Brian McHattie - Ward 1 Councillor


The Councillor » About Brian » Brian At City Hall » Brian's Meetings » Contact Brian » Subscribe to Brian's Email Updates The Ward » Map » Ward Meetings » On-going Activities » Neighbourhood and Business Associations Issues & News » Issues/Current Projects » Useful Information » News/Media Releases » Upcoming Events » Photo Gallery » Dedication to Betty Blashill » Home Page	Past Issues & Projects: Poulette / Pearl / Ray Pedestrian Bridges Master Plan The Environmental Assessment for three (3) pedestrian crossings of the CP Rail corridor at Poulette Street, Pearl Street and Ray Street is now complete. The study assessed the need for the three bridges, the structural condition of the Pearl Street Bridge, and identified the heritage attributes of the Pearl Street Bridge that should be retained during any reconstruction, rehabilitation and/or alteration of the bridge. The following conclusions were made: a rail corridor crossing at Pearl Street should be retained, but the existing bridge should be replaced for safety reasons the Pearl Street Bridge replacement can likely be completed with minimal net environmental impacts In addition, Council endorsed the construction of an additional pedestrian crossing at Poulette Street, should alternate funding become available. The completed study and project details are available for public review for 30 days, from April 17 to May 19. For further information about the study, as well as where to access the study for review, please refer to the Notice of Completion. Background: PIC Details can be reviewed at Bridges Master Plan Review Councillor McHattie's position Staff have now agreed that the Pearl Street bridge should be rebuilt. The debate still continues on a new bridge at Poulette (June 2008) The staff report (PW08136) was presented at the Public Works Committee meeting on December 1, 2008 Update on December 1 meeting Councillor McHattie's comments, Dec. 22/08 Project Website Cootes to Escarpment Park System The “Cootes to Escarpment Conservation and Land Management Strategy” (the “Strategy”) is a comprehensive land management strategy for the ecologically sensitive lands in the study area. This area extends from the former Town of Dundas in the City of Hamilton, to Brant Street in the City of Burlington; and from Cootes Paradise Marsh to the Niagara Escarpment. The project partners included the Royal Botanical Gardens, the Cities of Hamilton and Burlington, Region of Halton, Hamilton Conservation Authority, Conservation Halton, Hamilton Harbour Remedial Action Plan, Bruce Trail Conservancy, and the Hamilton Naturalists’ Club. For more information, visit www.cootestoescarpmentpark.ca. Report PED08009(a) is being presented to the Economic Development & Planning Committee on February 2, 2010. Keeping McMaster Grads in Hamilton McMaster students have expressed some concerns about the lack of opportunities in Hamilton after graduation. The Economic Development Advisory Committee has been asked to make some recommendations to address this issue. <more information> Kirkendall Neighbourhood Traffic Management Study - more information Victoria Park Master Plan - more information Public Art Master Plan - more information Health-Impacting Air Pollutants: A Mobile Monitoring Study to Identify and Rank Sources in Hamilton (this report was presented at the Committee of the Whole on August 2, 2006) - the report Community Economic Development (Statement by Councillor McHattie, 2003) - more information McMaster Innovation Park The former CAMCO site on Longwood Road has been purchased by McMaster University for the purpose of creating a research park. See McMaster Innovation Park for the latest information 427 Aberdeen Avenue Development Proposal Update as of November 27, 2009 - no OMB appeals were filed by the deadline of November 26. The Statutory Declaration, confirming the by-law is final and binding will be circulated shortly. Next steps include the formation of a Development Collaborative Committee, made up of citizens to advise the developer. Update as of October 28, 2009 - The proposal was approved by Council. Update as of October 21, 2009 - The Economic Development & Planning Committee approved the proposal on October 21. The recommendation will go to Council on October 28. The application for rezoning 427 Aberdeen Avenue (ZAC-09-026) is on the agenda of the Economic Development & Planning Committee on October 20. The meeting starts at 9:30 am and the item is 6.3 on the agenda. Please note this meeting is the legally required public meeting for this application. See PED09280 for the report. Powerpoint Presentation. Staff are supportive of this proposal. MODIFIED PROPOSAL Following the public meeting held on September 14, the Kirkendall Neighbourhood Association organized a committee of citizens to meet with the developer to discuss the concerns raised at the meeting. This committee met twice. At the second meeting, the developer presented some modifications to the proposal in an attempt to create a development that is more acceptable to the community. This committee was pleased with the changes presented and is supportive of modified design. The developer is now proposing 32 units (down from 42) ranging from 869 to 1200 square feet and a building that is 3 metres higher. Twenty-eight (28) parking spots will still be provided underground and negotiations are underway to provide additional parking on the Aberdeen Gardens site. The developer also committed to forming a "Development Co-ordination Committee", a citizens advisory committee, to work with him on issues such as the building materials (stone, finishes, colours, windows, balconies etc.), timing of construction, and other issues as they arise. Note that the on-line report does not reflect these changes, however staff is working with the developer to formally introduce the modifications on Tuesday. Appeals i) If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the City of Hamilton before the by-law is passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the Council of the City of Hamilton to the Ontario Municipal Board. ii) If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the City of Hamilton before the by-law is passed, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Muncipipal Board unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to do so. Chedoke Golf Course Channel Maintenance Environmental Assessment In 2008, the City of Hamilton initiated a study to consider a wide range of options to address recent significant erosion and maintenance problems that have occurred within three waterfall/open channel systems which convey flows from storm sewer outlets down the escarpment toward the Chedoke Golf Course. The study has investigated and assessed required watercourse reparations and addressed environmental impacts of the proposed alternatives. For more information, visit the project website. WEST HAMILTON INNOVATION DISTRICT - LAND USE AND SERVICING REVIEW The City of Hamilton has completed its review of land use, zoning and infrastructure in the West Hamilton Industrial Area. The study area includes the site of the future McMaster Innovation Park on Longwood Road. Trinity Developments appealed the zoning designation to the Ontario Muncipal Board. Trinity withdrew its appeal in October 2009. In January 2010, the City announced that it had completed the transaction for the purchase of 0 Chatham Street located in the West Hamilton Innovation District. More information. Frid Street Extension Environmental Assessment The City of Hamilton has identified the need to complete a road extension of Frid Street at the intersection of Frid St. and Chatham St. to Longwood Road. Phases 1 and 2 of the Municipal Class Environmental assessment have been completed as part of the Kirkendall Traffic Management Study. The Frid Street Extension Municipal Class EA will address Phases 3 and 4. For more information, visit the project website. The Environmental Assessment report was presented to the Public Works Committee on June 2, 2008. Read the Report. The Environmental Assessment for the Frid Street Extension has been completed. The Environmental Study Report can be reviewed at the Westdale Library, the Locke St. Library, City Clerks Office (77 James St. N., Suite 220) or the Public Works Department (77 James St. N., Suite 320). The public review period starts June 20, 2008 and ends August 5, 2008. More West Chedoke Waterfall Access The City of Hamilton has initiated a study to consider a range of options to provide public access from the Chedoke Stairs to view the West Chedoke Waterfall Cluster. The City, in partnership with the Hamilton Conservation Authority and the Bruce Trail Conservancy, wish to promote outdoor healthy living by enhancing Hamilton’s extensive trails network with an opportunity to explore the rugged beauty of the waterfall area. The study will investigate and assess the feasibility of public access along the edge of the Chedoke Creek channel to viewing areas near each of the four waterfalls behind the Chedoke Golf Course Club House. For more information, visit the project website.