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Active Transportation and Safe Roads Advisory Committee
Minutes
Date: January 8, 2026
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Microsoft Teams
Members Present: Jim Boate, Bart Hawkins-Kreps, Ron Hooper, Connor Houston,
Lori Moore, Richard Oldfield, Rick Stockman, Brad Whittle
Staff Present: None
Absent: Councillor Elhajjeh, Debbie Doiron, Josh Gibson, Hawa Mire,
Catherine Verhoog
*Minutes recorded by Connor Houston.
1. AGENDA
1.1 Additions to Agenda
No additions.
1.2 Acceptance of Agenda
Motion to accept the agenda.
Moved to approve by Jim Boate, seconded by Connor Houston.
CARRIED
2. MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 18, 2025
2.1 Approval of Minutes
Motion to accept the minutes of September 18, 2025.
Moved to approve by Lori Moore, seconded by Ron Hooper.
CARRIED
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3. Other Items
• Request to send email correspondence to Rick Stockman and Connor
Houston.
• Rick asked members to consider possible topics for presentations for the next
or future meetings.
4. AGENDA ITEMS
4.1 Follow-Up Items from September 18 Meeting:
4.1.1 West Beach Road – Traffic Cameras and Traffic Calming
• Lori Moore reported that traffic cameras were installed on West Beach
Road and asked what data was being collected.
• Connor Houston indicated that the cameras capture speed, volume, time
of day, and other metrics.
• Lori Moore noted the cameras were installed in early fall and removed a
few weeks ago.
Committee Discussion:
• The ATSR Committee would like to review the collected data.
• The Committee requests to be advised of the information and analysis
resulting from the data collection.
• Lori Moore noted that speed bumps have been removed and expressed
interest in seeing similar traffic-calming measures reinstated on West
Beach Road.
• Bart Hawkins commented that the route is a safe route for part of the way
but not the entire length. This was seconded by Lori Moore.
• Bart Hawkins asked whether traffic-calming policies are being developed
for Clarington, noting this topic has been discussed multiple times
previously.
4.1.2 Snow Removal
• The ATSR Committee expressed appreciation for snow removal efforts
and will send a note to Council acknowledging the work completed.
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4.2 DTAC Update
• Connor Houston reported that Durham Region has earned a Bronze
Bicycle Friendly Community designation, becoming the first Region in
Ontario to receive this award.
• Recent DTAC presentations included:
o Durham Meadoway
o Regional infrastructure updates
o North Durham Rail Trail
o Whitby Brock Street revitalization
o Cycling education and promotion overview by Physical and Health
Education Canada
o Presentation by the Region’s Active and Sustainable School Travel
Program
4.3 Applefest and Maplefest
Applefest
• Rick Stockman reported Applefest was a significant success and is the
municipality’s premier event.
• Jim Boate noted the map was very popular.
• Connor Houston suggested contacting municipal staff to update the map,
noting it is approximately two years out of date.
• Connor Houston asked about the effectiveness of the handout.
• Rick Stockman confirmed the handout was well used and that attendees
appreciated the QR code, and requested updates if available.
• Richard Oldfield suggested updating a smaller handout and bringing it
back for future events.
Maplefest
• Lori Moore reported Maplefest was also successful and noted additional
swag would be beneficial.
• Connor Houston will check with the Region regarding additional
promotional materials.
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• Bicycle bells were noted as a success; Connor Houston will send Lori
Moore the appropriate contact information.
• Lori Moore advised Maplefest 2026 is scheduled for May 2, 2026, and
volunteers are being sought.
• Rick Stockman indicated general comfort with participation.
4.4 Active Transportation Master Plan Update
• Rick Stockman, on behalf of Josh Gibson, reported there are no
immediate updates.
• The plan is in its final stages and is anticipated to be presented to Council
in Q2 2026 (April).
4.5 Waterfront Trail Safety Concern
• Rick Stockman reported a service request has been submitted regarding
loose gravel and sand on asphalt along Cobbledick Road and the
Waterfront Trail. A spring resolution is anticipated.
• Jim Boate and Richard Oldfield shared additional safety concerns in other
areas.
4.6 Sharrows and Bike Symbols – Concession Street & Trulls Road
• Jim Boate raised concerns regarding Concession Street between Liberty
Street and Old Scugog Road, noting the need for signage or designation
indicating a bike lane or bike route.
• Rick Stockman requested a draft concern be prepared for municipal staff,
with Jim Boate to lead.
• Jim Boate also raised concerns regarding Trulls Road from Pebblestone
Road to Bloor Street. While currently a bike lane and part of a bike route,
recent repaving in the southern section did not include bike lanes or
sharrows.
• Rick Stockman again requested a draft concern be prepared for municipal
staff, with Jim Boate to lead.
4.7 Bike Promotion Roadway Signs
• Richard Oldfield suggested “Smile, you are on camera” messaging
painted in bike lanes.
• Rick Stockman asked where signage would be placed and what the
associated costs would be, noting ATSR may have available budget.
• Item to be added to the agenda for the next meeting for further discussion.
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4.8 Project Updates
• Rick Stockman, on behalf of Josh Gibson, provided the following updates:
o Funding applications submitted in February of the previous year – no
updates received.
o South Bowmanville Recreation Complex: Phase 2 in progress,
including continuation of the multi-use pathway.
o Design of the multi-use pathway on Green Road and Bowmanville
Avenue is underway.
o Storm sewer outflow pond maintenance is closing the multi-use path
on Hetherington Drive near Bowmanville Creek.
o Reconstruction of Bowmanville Avenue from Highway 2 to Baseline
Road is underway.
5. NEW BUSINESS
None
6. NEXT MEETING
Thursday April 16, 2026 – In person
7. ADJOURNMENT
Motion that the meeting be adjourned.
Moved by Jim Boate, seconded by Richard Oldfield.
CARRIED