C-128 Project Summary: Intersection improvements – Helmcken Rd at Watkiss Way

Project Summary

Financial Plan 2024 – 2028
C-128

Project Name: Intersection improvements – Helmcken Rd at Watkiss Way
Priority: Optimal
Project ID: 2-2-11105-310 CC1085
Submitted by: I. Leung, Director of Engineering

Executive Summary

To design and construct improvements at the Helmcken Road at Watkiss Way intersection. This project has been identified as a priority in the Active Transportation Network Plan (ATNP, Action Item 1D).

Further analysis was required due to the complex needs of the intersection and the introduction of the MoTI Bus on Shoulders project. As a result, a carryforward from the 2023 analysis works will be required to complete the design in 2024.

Business problem and opportunity

This intersection is considered in the ATNP to be a priority project. This is due to (1) the amount of nearby development interest (current and future), (2) vital connections to regional trails, and (3) proximity to View Royal commercial and transit hubs. Design would inform on requisite frontage improvements for future developments in the vicinity of the intersection.

Proposed project objectives

To provide a shelf ready design in 2024 for the intersection and its approach roads. Further analysis beyond was required throughout the year due to the complex nature of the intersection and incorporation of the new MoTI Bus on Shoulders project. Therefore, detail design work would continue in 2024 while construction commence in 2025. The shelf ready design would be eligible for funding opportunities such as the Province’s Active Transportation Infrastructure Grants Program.

Business risks

Staff may propose phasing of works to be a multi-year program if funding is unsuccessful. The approval of the design will be conditional to approval from the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure.

Proposed sources of funding

Capital:
- FY1 design – Casino revenue
- FY2 construction – DCC’s (up to $27,746), developer contribution ($99,000), provincial grant (70% up to $500,000 pending availability and approval), Growing Communities Fund
Operational: Taxation

Costs and benefits

Costs	FY1	FY2	FY3	FY4	FY5	5-year Total
Capital	87,350	1,166,500	0	0	0	1,253,850
Operational	0	0	500	500	500	1,500
Total	87,350	1,166,500	500	500	500	1,255,350

Benefits
Tangible	Improved traffic flow for all modes of transportation
Intangible	The project will be in aligned with the Active Transportation Network Plan

Recommendation

THAT the Committee recommend the 2024-2028 Financial Plan include intersection improvements-Helmcken Rd at Watkiss Way in 2024/2025 to be funded by Casino revenue, DCCs, developer contribution, provincial grant (pending approval), and Growing Communities Fund.