Council Decisions In Brief
8.3.2 New Pilot Programs Improve Ice Management Results
City Council received the report as information.
Additional Information:
*A new de-icing product was tested this winter to soften ice build-up on priority streets when salting is no longer effective.
*Sand volumes were reduced by 45% on roads treated with the mixture compared to the previous de-icing product.
*It is estimated $131,464 was saved over a two-month test period.
8.3.4 College Drive Classification
City Council changed the classification of College Drive, between the Canadian Pacific Railway tracks and the city limits, to an Urban Expressway.
Additional Information:
*The Brighton neighbourhood Traffic Impact Analyses identified increased traffic demands resulting from higher density development in the Holmwood Sector.
*The reclassification will facilitate a tight-urban diamond interchange at McOrmond Drive. It will provide the ability to improve connectivity into the Brighton neighbourhood by adding additional access points along College Drive.
*The Administration is proceeding with the final design of the tight urban diamond interchange. Tender of the project will occur within the next few months. When construction begins, the speed limit will need to be reduced for construction purposes; this is not expected until early 2016.
*The Administration is also proceeding with more detailed evaluation for the design of an additional access point into Brighton. Following the direction of City Council, the Administration will report back on whether it needs to be an at-grade signalized intersection or a grade separation (overpass). A report is planned for the end of the year.
8.5.9 Nutana Slope Failure Options
*City Council adopted Option A as outlined in the report from Executive Committee on March 16.
*Council also resolved to ensure that the existing mediation process is available to facilitate the scope of the issue should the affected property owners require the process and that this be through an independent mediator.
Additional Information:
*The City will continue to address public safety as it has in the past, which is through regular monitoring and reporting to residents (Option A).
*Option A does not include financial participation by the City. Option A is consistent with the City’s past practice of not intervening on private property.
9.4.1 University Bridge Rehabilitation Transportation Planning
City Council received the report which provides information regarding the transportation planning completed in support of the rehabilitation of the University Bridge Project planned for the summer of 2015.
Additional Information:
*The report outlines anticipated changes in traffic patterns at various intersections throughout the city. Travel time comparisons between normal bridge operations and full closure are included in the report.
*Authorized vehicles will be allowed to use one lane of the bridge and access protocol has been developed to coordinate these operations.
9.10.1 Bicycle Program Update
*City Council approved installation of protected bike lanes on 23rd Street (from Spadina Crescent to Idylwyld Drive) as a demonstration in 2015.
*City Council also approved the installation of curb parking on the north side of 24th Street between Ontario Avenue and Idylwyld Drive.
*City council directed protected bike lanes be installed on 4th Avenue (from 19th Street to 24th Street) as a demonstration project in 2016.
Additional Information:
*Extensive engagement with stakeholders and the public was undertaken, which resulted in general support for the project and the identification of key issues.
*The demonstration period will be a minimum of 18 months in duration with the 23rd Street project implemented in 2015, and the 4th Avenue project added in 2016.
9.11.2 Remai Modern Business Plan
*City Council received the Remai Modern Business Plan: 2015 to 2019 as information; and
*City Council decided the approval and phased implementation of The Remai Modern Business Plan: 2015 to 2019 occur on an annual basis through the Corporate Business Plan and Budget review process.
Additional Information:
*In March of 2014, MNP was engaged by Remai Modern to work with staff to complete a revision and update of its business plan to ensure valid and updated financial and operating assumptions, which incorporate the Gallery’s brand and vision.
*The Gallery will be recognized as one of the top art galleries in Canada and will be a major driver of the Saskatoon tourism market and as such a catalyst for economic growth in the city.
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