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Signature on the Saint Lawrence G.P. 8 Place du Commerce, Suite 300 Montreal, Québec Canada H3E 1N3 Phone: 514-866-0600 Fax: 514-390-6533

Minutes No.: 02_CBV-B Project Name: Brossard Good Neighbourly Relations Committee for the New Champlain Bridge Corridor Project

EDMS Reference No.: 181201-A0000-3RMB-000005 Project No.: 181201

Date of Meeting: May 4, 2016 Time: 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Location: Centre communautaire Nathalie Croteau, Brossard

In attendance: Vincent Jarry, Senior Director, Infrastructure Canada (IC) Benoît Fillion, Engineering Manager, City of Brossard Signature on the Saint Lawrence team: Dan Genest, Director, Coordination

Citizen members: Éric Jutras, representative for the Brossard business community Marc Turcotte, representative for Brossard community organizations Luis Oscar Corrales Ginette Dufresne Nabil Halouani Jacques Picard Marc Gagné

c.c.: Jaime Reis

Subject: Meeting minutes for Good Neighbourly Relations Committee

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through Date/Status

1. Word of welcome and introduction of participants

1.1 Presentation of the Agenda

1.2 Review of the Committee’s mandate

2. Presentation of the work completed, under way and to come

2.1 Mr. Genest presented the work already completed, under way and planned until October. A paper copy of the presentation was given to every committee member and a PDF of the presentation was posted on the website: http://www.nouveauchamplain.ca/neightbourhood/4-mai-2016/

2.2 Mr. Jarry emphasized that coordination activities for the light rail system (LRS) following the project launch by the Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec Infra (CDPQ), called the Réseau électrique métropolitain (REM), are continuing to ensure that the new bridge can technically support the LRS. The announcement of this new project does not change the schedule for the new Champlain Bridge, but a number of details remain to be discussed with CDPQ Infra, and IC is very enthusiastic about this new project.

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3. Question period for Committee members

Questions Answers

3.1 The fact that certain cyclists fail to respect the detour for the La Riveraine (Route Verte) bike path and use the shoulder of Highway 132.

SSL has communicated the detour route to users and has installed signage as well as applied markings in certain sectors. SSL has informed the city of Brossard and the Sûreté du Québec that certain cyclists are failing to respect the detour route.

3.2 Closure of the bike path at Rome and Simard.

To keep the bike path open and to provide users with better views, a complete closure was not considered. However, the signage is clear for the cul-de-sac. Even if access was barred, reckless cyclists could still take the service lane on the 132.

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3.3 Marking of bike paths The detour route was discussed with Vélo-Québec and determined with the cities of Brossard and Saint-Lambert. Three-quarters of the detour is over existing dedicated bike paths and on the other quarter (Plamondon and Panama), SSL has set down new markings. The markings and signage from October 2015 are currently in the process of being modified on Plamondon and Panama further to discussions with Vélo-Québec in order to improve user safety.

3.4 Details regarding truck traffic (20 per day), the type of trucks that can use the new worksite exit near Turenne (see slide 23) and the effects on rush hour in the neighbourhood

Mr. Genest specified that the estimate of 20 trucks per day represents an order of magnitude for a typical day at the worksite, but does not necessarily reflect reality. Depending on the work, the level of traffic may be higher or lower. If this scenario is retained, adjustments will have to be made to make the path ridable. Mr. Pereira specified that light vehicles generally leave the worksite between 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m., and other worksite accesses will be maintained.

3.5 Impact and duration of bridge demolition

Bridge demolition is not included in the SSL contract. This other project, which will last from 2 to 4 years, will have its own impacts. How will demolition be carried out? By barge, on the water, with jetties? Nothing has been determined for the time being, but will be decided at a later date.

3.6 Maintaining the bus corridor on the bridge despite the dedicated LRS corridor and the project schedule

During construction of the dedicated LRS corridor on the centre deck, buses will be able to use the shoulder lanes on the two other decks. Once the LRS is operational, few buses will have to use the Champlain Bridge as users will then be using the LRS. Interregional buses will use the same lanes as cars and the shoulder lane will be freed up again.

3.7 Duration of REM project A number of details remain to be confirmed. However, SSL must deliver the infrastructure for the REM LRS, and the project is expected to take from 2 to 4 years. The design provides for bus traffic on the deck. For example, the SSL contract includes asphalting the central corridor, but if no bus will be using the centre deck, there will be no asphalting. The contract does not include electrification and installation of the rails, which is why the REM project will take from 2 to 4 years.

3.8 Incident with tow truck and safety of worksite access

An incident involving worksite access happened at Pointe-Nord on L'Ile-des-Soeurs but not in Brossard. Minor adjustments were quickly made to correct the situation. As regards the incident with the tow truck, this had a minor impact on such a complex project and lessons were drawn from the event to make sure it does not happen again.

3.9 Appreciation for SSL's transparent approach

Mr. Corrales thanked SSL for its efforts to communicate in a transparent manner.

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4.0 Presentation on anti-noise walls

4.1 Mr. Beaulac presented the proposal being discussed with the city of Brossard concerning the anti-noise walls. The walls will be installed by the fall of 2017. The full presentation is available at: http://www.nouveauchamplain.ca/neightbourhood/4-mai-2016/

5.0 Question period for Committee members

Questions Answers

5.1 Wall height, vegetation and colour

Measured from the ground, the walls will be 2.5 m in height. Climbing plants will be planted on the highway side and these walls will be the same colour on both sides.

5.2 Highway access through spaces between the walls

A fence should be kept between the spaces to prevent highway access. Landscaping will also improve the current situation. Mr. Genest specified that SSL is in the process of working out certain aspects with the MTQ, that is, the exact location of the walls with respect to the lot line, maintenance issues, and maintenance of the existing fence.

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5.3 Details on projections and the contribution of Highway 132

For these acoustic studies, SSL was not required to take into account the noise from Highway 132; that is why the highway’s contribution was isolated and not considered in our projections. However, the anti-noise wall will undoubtedly improve the current sound environment for Brossard residents. The responsibility for Highway 132 falls to the MTQ.

5.4 Date of installation for anti-noise walls

SSL needs to finalize coordination with the MTQ; also, the selected option must be presented to Brossard's Urban Development Consultation Committee, which should take place in mid-May or in June. The wall should be built by the end of Fall 2016.

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5.5 Follow-up for lighting and light pollution

During the work, SSL is responsible for these aspects; afterward, the MTQ takes over this responsibility. Infrastructure Canada followed up with the MTQ in this regard and will get back to us shortly with an answer. The MTQ will have to propose appropriate lighting for the type of traffic.

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6.0 Question period for the public

6.1 Changes to highway (higher and closer) and effect on ambient noise

Right now, there are no anti-noise walls. When these are in place, the situation will improve significantly. The studies factored in projections for noise from the bridge and the ramps. Even though the bridge's profile will be higher, noise from the bridge will be partly reduced by the safety barriers planned for it.

6.2 Comments on the importance of considering issues related to worksite access behind Turenne: school bus

Duly noted.

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stop, the safety of children using the bike path

6.3 Who carried out the acoustic simulations and what process was used for validation and review?

SSL carried out the acoustic studies. Since SSL is responsible for construction and operation over a period of 30 years, it must meet the technical requirements stipulated in the agreement. An independent engineer reviews the studies done by SSL; a periodic review is also required under the contract. The frequency will be specified at the next Good Neighbourly Relations Committee meeting.

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6.4 Reason for lack of walls near Parc Voltaire and the 132 ramp and the bridge’s effect on ambient noise

The wall extends to the end of the park. The acoustic simulations took into account traffic on the bridge and on the ramp. Noise from the bridge will be partly reduced by the higher safety barriers on the new bridge and by the anti-noise walls. The city of Brossard has asked Infrastructure Canada to extend this portion of the wall.

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6.5 Issues related to the La Riveraine (Route Verte) detour: length of closure and disappointment regarding the option retained, marking, path condition, signage, doubt concerning the analysis of all the available options and post-construction

Mr. Genest specified that the detour route was chosen in cooperation with the cities of Brossard and Saint-Lambert, taking into account suggestions by Vélo-Québec, with which discussions began in May 2015. Markings have been reviewed in certain areas and SSL is currently finishing the signage. As regards path condition, this responsibility falls to the city of Brossard. Mr. Fillion said he would look into the issue and get back to us with an answer as soon as possible. Once construction is completed, the La Riveraine (Route Verte) bike path will be open and a new connection will allow cyclists to take the Champlain Bridge, which is currently not an option. The project will improve the network of bike paths.

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6.6 Reasons for choosing 2050 rather than 2020 for noise projections

These projections consider worst-case scenarios and this horizon was imposed under the partnership agreement.

6.7 Brochure for bike paths Maps are available at Brossard City Hall. On its website, SSL communicates the various impediments for cyclists, drivers and navigation.

6.8 Night work and press release

Whenever possible, SSL tries to work during the day, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., with employees arriving on-site around 6:30 a.m.. SSL also tries to minimize noisy activity at night, but certain less noisy activities are possible provided they meet noise criteria. Right now, trucks are hauling excavated soil at night between L'Ile-des-Soeurs and Brossard. This work should be finished by late May or early June.

6.9 The city's request to extend anti-noise walls for all sectors.

Mr. Fillion said he would look into the issue and get back to us with an answer as soon as possible. We follow up on the various requests at every meeting.

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6.10 Dust deposits in pool and air quality monitoring

Two permanent stations are located in Brossard for continuous air quality monitoring in the Voltaire sector. Tank trucks regularly spray down the jetty and the worksite to minimize dust. Air quality measurements are posted on the

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7.0 Next meeting

7.1 The next meeting will take place on September 21 or 28 in the city of Brossard. Participants will be informed of the exact location by email one week before the meeting. This meeting will be open to the general public and to media.

Next meeting: at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 21 or 28, 2016, in Brossard (location to be confirmed)

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