Environmental Assessment Projects

Falcon Creek Erosion Control Environmental Assessment Study

General Overview

The City of Burlington, through their consultant Valdor Engineering Inc., is undertaking a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment to address erosion concerns in the section of Falcon Creek, between the CN Railroad and Dorset Avenue in the City of Burlington.

The Study will be carried out under Schedule “B” in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Engineers Association (MEA), Municipal Class Environmental Assessment for Municipal Projects. The study process includes public and stakeholder consultation and the identification of measures to mitigate adverse impacts.

Public Interaction

The Project Team invites public input and comments and will incorporate them into the planning and design of this project. A Public Information Centre (PIC) will be held as part of the process to provide an opportunity for the public to review and comment on the study findings. Notice of the PIC will be provided to the public and agencies as the study progresses.

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Rambo Creek Erosion Control Environmental Assessment Study

General Overview

The City of Burlington, through their consultant Matrix Solutions Inc., is undertaking a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment to address erosion concerns for Rambo Creek, between Mountainside Drive and Industrial Street in the City of Burlington.

The Study will be carried out under Schedule “B” in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Engineers Association (MEA), Municipal Class Environmental Assessment for Municipal Projects. The study process includes public and stakeholder consultation and the identification of measures to mitigate adverse impacts.

Public Interaction

The Project Team invites public input and comments and will incorporate them into the planning and design of this project. A Public Information Centre (PIC) will be held as part of the process to provide an opportunity for the public to review and comment on the study findings. Notice of the PIC will be provided to the public and agencies as the study progresses.

Online Public Information...

Grindstone Creek Erosion Control Project at Howard Road

General Overview

The City of Burlington completed the Grindstone Creek Erosion Control Study Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) study between Waterdown Road and Hidden Valley Park. Based on field investigation, six areas of concern were identified, however only two areas of concern (3 and 4) were carried forward for the detailed design. A preferred alternative was selected for each area of concern; this includes local restorative works with natural channel design and/or erosion control. Implementing the preferred alternatives will achieve the study goal to reduce erosion, enhance/preserve terrestrial and aquatic habitat and reduce the risk to public safety and municipal infrastructure.

The City of Burlington will be starting restoration works during the summer of 2023. The restoration work will include bank protection, minor channel realignment and fish habitat improvements.

Public Engagement

As public engagement is an important part of city projects. The City will give residents,...

Grindstone Creek Erosion Control Project,Unsworth Ave. to Sumach Dr.

General Overview

Grindstone Creek Erosion Control Environmental Assessment (EA) Study completed in 2020 identified erosion and unstable slopes within the Grindstone Creek in Sumach Drive and Unsworth Avenue area. The study found four areas of concern (AOC) and recommended erosion control work to be done.

The City of Burlington will be starting the work this year. The work will include bank protection, minor channel realignment and fish habitat improvements.

Public Engagement

As public engagement is an important part of city projects, the City will give residents, neighbourhood businesses, community members and interested parties the chance to learn more about the project and comment at a Public Information Centre (PIC).

Online Public Information Centre

An Online Public Information Centre (PIC) will be hosted where the residents will have an opportunity to share input, concerns, and comments regarding the construction of the project.

Details on how to participate

When:  Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023,...

Appleby Creek Erosion Control Project – Lakeshore Road to Lake Ontario

General Overview

Appleby Creek Erosion Control Environmental Assessment (EA) Study completed in 2020 identified channel erosion and slope destabilization within the Appleby Creek area from South Service Road to Lake Ontario. The EA recommended erosion reduction strategies to be completed in phases.

In the first phase, the City of Burlington will be doing Appleby Creek restoration works from upstream of Lakeshore Road to Lake Ontario for approximately 210m as shown in the image. The work will include bank protection, minor channel realignment, profile corrections for fish habitat improvements and provide protection to the Lakeshore Road bridge area.

Public Engagement

As public engagement is an important part of the city projects. The City will give residents, neighbourhood businesses, community members and interested parties the chance to learn more about the project and comment at a Public Information Centre (PIC).

Online Public Information Centre

An Online Public Information Centre...