POW Environmental Assessment Review
 
The Prince of Wales environmental assessment study has been broadened to include specific issues related to congestion along Prince of Wales Drive, particularly at the Hunt Club Road intersection area. The study proposes extending the length of turning lanes to accommodate more traffic.  As Deakin St. cannot be realigned with Waterbend, a new service road is being proposed to accommodate residents and the future commercial site.
 
The study  identified well and septic systems along Prince of Wales and suggested mitigation measures. It seems that municipal servicing will the preferred solution. Additional consultation with affected property owners and on site visits will be conducted at the design stage.
 
Noise impact has been identified on several sites along the way including residents of O`Donnell Crescent. The study concluded that it is not technically feasible to erect a noise barrier or a berm. It is expected that future development of the adjacent commercial site would provide adequate shielding to residents. The Merivale-Fisher segment of Prince of Wales is scheduled for construction around 2020 or later.
 
The public open house #3 will be held June 6 and 7 at the Sportplex.
Real estate staff will also be on hand to explain the expropriation process.
 

NCC Greenbelt

The newest section of the Greenbelt Recreational Pathway ( 2.5 km )  between Merivale Road and Woodroffe Avenue is officially open and has already been very popular with  walkers, dogs and cyclists. Please note that: dogs on–leash are permitted, however are not allowed to be within 3 metres of any shoreline on NCC land or to drink or get into any permanent body of water surrounded by NCC land. You also cannot cycle or in-line skate or ski with your  pet for safety reasons. Pinhey Forest concerns raised during the AGM are being addressed. Bonfires are not allowed on the NCC property.

Map of the newest section of the Greenbelt Recreational Pathway.

Off leash dogs  are  allowed in the following areas:

• Bruce Pit Area 
• Conroy Pit Area 
• Rockcliffe–Hillsdale Area 
• Pine Hill Area

• Stanley Avenue Park 

All NCC Pathways and trails  can be viewed using interactive maps at:

NCC Pathways and Trails