The BIG Move: Transforming Transportation in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area

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1 The BIG Move: Transforming Transportation in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area Journée de réflexion December 13 th 2013 Montreal QC Leslie Woo VP Policy, Planning and Innovation 1

2 Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area 6 million people today 8.62 million people by municipalities 4 levels of government 8,242 km 2 2

3 GTHA cost to commuters $3.3 billion $7.8 billion GTHA cost to regional economy $2.7 billion $ 7.2 billion New York cost to commuters $7 billion New York cost to regional economy $4 billion Chicago $7.3 billion 3

4 THE GGH GROWTH PLAN ( ) 4 4

5 GREENBELT PLAN ( ) Legend Regional and Single Tier Boundaries Greenbelt Plan Area 5 5

6 Metrolinx Mandate (2006 Metrolinx Act) Provide leadership in the coordination, planning, financing, development and implementation of an integrated, multi-modal transportation network that: Conforms with transportation policies of growth plans and other applicable provincial transportation policies and plans Supports a high quality of life, a sustainable environment and a strong, prosperous and competitive economy In carrying out its objects.. the Corporation shall, (a) develop and adopt a transportation plan for the regional transportation area and plan, co-ordinate and set priorities for its implementation. 6

7 Metrolinx 7

8 8 The Planning Process

9 Developing the Plan RTP Implementation 12/ / /2008 Fall /2008 Stakeholder Workshops Stakeholder Workshops Online ConsultaFon Stakeholder Workshops Public Meetings 9

10 10 THE BIG MOVE (2008): A Multi-modal Integrated Regional Transportation Plan

11 The BIG Move Vision An integrated transportation system for our region that enhances prosperity, sustainability and quality of life. A high quality of life comfort, reliability, choice, attractive, safe A thriving, healthy and protected environment smaller carbon footprint, ecosystem approach, conserving land A strong, prosperous and competitive economy functional, integrated, efficient, fiscally sustainable, secure 11

12 1. A fast, frequent and expanded regional rapid transit network 1.1 Build the regional rapid transit network, to bring fast, frequent, all-day, two-way express rail service and expanded regional rapid transit service to every region of the GTHA within two kilometres of 80 per cent of GTHA residents. 12

13 Existing Regional Rapid Transit Network 13 13

14 Regional Rapid Transit Network 14 14

15 Top 15 Priority Transit Projects 15 15

16 16 Prioritization Criteria

17 17 Priority Group A Key Focus Priority Group B - Some investment and action may occur Priority Group C Low level activity e.g. initiate EA.

18 Decision-Making: Strategic Fit 18 Strategic Fit is an important step for decision-makers. It allows the impact of broader considerations to inform final advice to the Province. The following questions frame key issues around Strategic Fit for the Board: Ø Leveraging other investments and initiatives: Does the project have a strong connection to other capital investments, including transportation? Is it supported by advanced transit-oriented development and land-use? Ø Project readiness: What is the project state of readiness and have actions been undertaken to advance project such as: preliminary design or land acquisition? Ø Funding: Is funding committed? What partners are engaged to secure government or private sector investment? Is there an opportunity for Alternative Financing and Procurement (AFP)? Ø Completing the network throughout whole region: Does the project strategically advance implementation of The Big Move across the whole GTHA region? 18

19 2. High-order transit connectivity to Pearson Airport district from all directions 1.2 Establish high-order transit connectivity to the Pearson Airport district from all directions, including a multi-purpose, fast transit link to downtown Toronto. 19

20 3. An expanded Union Station - the heart of the GTHA s transportation system 1.3 Union Station will become a customer-focused facility that provides seamless connections between all modes of transportation and the surrounding downtown Toronto area. 20

21 4. A complete walking and cycling network 2.1 Plan and implement complete, integrated walking and cycling networks for the GTHA to bring every GTHA urban resident to within a maximum of one km of a dedicated bicycling facility. 21 photo: Gary J. Wood

22 5. An information system for travellers, where and when they need it 5.1 Create a regional transportation information portal that is accessible 22

23 6. A region-wide integrated transit fare system 6.1 Implement a region-wide integrated transit fare system by 2012 that allows users to pay a seamless, integrated fare for all transit systems across the region 23

24 7. A System of Connected Mobility Hubs 7.1 Create a system of connected mobility hubs at key intersections in the regional rapid transit network that provide travellers with access to the system, support high density development, and demonstrate excellence in customer service 24

25 8. A comprehensive strategy for goods movement 9.1 Develop a comprehensive strategy for goods movement within the GTHA, and between the GTHA and other regions 25

26 9. An Investment Strategy to provide stable and predictable funding 26

27 Delivering $16B 27

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31 4 Tunnel Boring Machines $54 Million Toronto-Based Lovat Inc. 31 Page 31

32 Mobility Hubs Land Use and Transportation 32

33 Mobility Hub Objectives 33

34 Mobility Hubs Across the GTHA 51 mobility hubs identified in The Big Move Indicates hubs in which Metrolinx is actively engaged 34

35 Mobility Hub Guidelines Objectives: Seamless Mobility Placemaking Successful Implementation Provide guidance for mobility hub and station planning and development across GTHA. Guide Metrolinx in planning efforts, infrastructure design, and facilities in mobility hubs and stations 35

36 SUCCESSFUL MOBILITY HUBS BALANCE THE TENSION BETWEEN TRANSPORTATION FUNCTION Need for quick and efficient movement & PLACEMAKING FUNCTION Desirable and interesting destination PLACE + PROXIMITY + PURPOSE = VALUE 36

37 Ø Comfortable and efficient connections between walking, cycling, local transit, rapid transit, and personal vehicles Ø Range of transportation alternatives to access the station 37

38 Ø Provide a high level of pedestrian priority, safety, and amenities Ø Build or retrofit a network of complete streets to support movement by all modes of transportation 38

39 Ø Ensure an accessible, attractive, and comfortable customer experience Ø Transit station will be a centre of activity in many mobility hubs and should contribute to sense of place through high-quality architecture and public realm improvements 39

40 40 Ø Right-sizing commuter parking Ø Parking pricing as part of an overall approach to transportation demand management Ø High quality design of parking facilities

41 Ø Mix of employment, retail, housing, and civic/cultural facilities key to role of hub as an origin and destination for trips throughout the day Ø Clustering population and employment reduces the need for travel, and facilitates more travel options, making the transportation system more efficient 41

42 42 Ø Use context-sensitive architecture and landscaping to create an attractive pedestrian-scaled environment and encourage active street life

43 Ø Mobility hubs should be innovative, best practice examples of environmental sustainability Ø Implement sustainable energy, water, landscape and waste management practices 43

44 Ø Attracting transit supportive development is a key challenge at many hubs Ø Public investment and infrastructure design should enhance development potential Ø Incentives are required for design excellence and innovation 44

45 Ø Detailed phasing is required to reach the vision in achievable steps Ø Stations and other facilities should be future proofed to account for ridership growth and new investment 45

46 46 BEFORE

47 47 AFTER

48 48 Midtown Oakville

49 49 Midtown Oakville

50 50 Midtown Oakville

51 Upda>ng The Big Move Keeping The Big Move up- to- date and relevant Incorporate findings of recent studies Fully integrate the GO2020 Plan Not intended to fundamentally change the founda>onal vision, goals, objec>ves, projects or priority ac>ons Consulta>on, concluding in early February

52 Upda>ng The Big Move Proposed Changes to The Big Move plan, ShiM regional rail service (two- way all- day) to the 25- year plan for the outer sec>ons of several GO lines to match GO2020 and current phasing plan (Milton, Kitchener, Barrie). 2. Describe the Union Pearson Express service as an "electrified" service. 3. Move the GO Bolton line to the 25- year plan. 4. Move the GO Havelock line to the 25- year plan. 5. Advance the eastern sec>on of the Toronto Downtown Relief Line to the 15- year plan. 6. Shorten the extension of the Richmond Hill GO line to reflect EA. 7. Update the Oshawa mobility hub designa>on to match EA. 8. Update Big Move #8 to incorporate the recommenda>ons of the GTHA Urban Freight study. 9. Focus the Investment Strategy chapter on the June 2013 release of a new Investment Strategy. 10. Add discussion of the transit Priori>za>on Framework. 11. Update the map to reflect GO rail service to Kitchener. 12. No longer classify 407 GO services east of Simcoe St. as Bus Rapid Transit. 13. Update the route of the GO Lakeshore East extension to Bowmanville to match EA. 52

53 Next Wave of Projects

54 The Big Move Next Wave Es>mated cost: $34 billion Es>mated job crea>on: 800, ,000 jobs Es>mated economic benefit: $ billion 54

55 The Big Move Next Wave Rapid Transit Projects: 75 per cent of proposed investment is allocated to a transforma>ve slate of regional transit projects Local Transit Projects: 25 per cent allocated to local transit projects, as well as roads and highways, ac>ve transporta>on and transporta>on demand management: Municipal transit support (15%) Improvements to regional highways (5%) Other smaller projects (5%) 55

56 Investment Strategy Dedication of revenue Fairness in distributing costs Equality among regional contributions and benefits Transparency

57 How do we fund infrastructure? 57

58 Dedicated funding tools: A tale of three ci>es TransLink Vancouver Credit ra4ng AA Ø Bridge Toll $2.95 to $4.20 per car Ø Gas Tax 17 cents per litre Ø Parking Sales Tax 21% before HST Ø Power Levy 6.24 cents per day Ø Property Tax 0.35% (residen>al) and 1.6% (commercial) per every $1,000 of property value MTA New York City Credit ra4ng A and AA Ø Bridge and Tunnel Tolls $1.19 to $13.00 per car Ø Corporate Tax Surcharge 17% on 9% state corporate tax Ø Mortgage Tax 30 of every $1,000 mortgage Ø Payroll Mobility Tax 0.11 to 0.34% Ø Petroleum and TransportaFon Industries Tax 4 to 17.8 cents per gallon Ø Sales Tax 0.25% Transport for London, UK Credit ra4ng AA+ Ø CongesFon Charge 10 per 24 hours per vehicle in central London Ø Local Improvement Tax Variable 58

59 GTHA Motorists Pay Lower Gas Prices Current Gas Prices By Country ( / litre) As of March 2011, CAD United States China GTHA Australia Singapore South Korea Japan Spain United Kingdom Italy Hong Kong France Netherlands Germany 59

60 Per Kilometre Average Toll Rates $0.50 Per Kilometre Toll Rates (CAD) $0.38 $0.25 $0.13 $0.075 per km on all GTHA expressways = $1 billion / year $0 Chile* I-90 (NY) France* Italy* Spain* Mexico* E470 (Denver) Delaware Turnpike407 ETR Chicago Skyway California Route 73 * Toll rates based on country s average for access-controlled expressway network 60

61 Transit-Dedicated Sales Taxes City Tax Rate Last Approved Atlanta, GA 1% 2007 Dallas, TX 1% 1984 Houston, TX 1% 1978 Seattle, WA 0.9% 2008 St. Louis, MO 0.75% 2010 Charlotte, NC 0.5% 2007 Los Angeles, CA 0.5% 2008 Phoenix, AZ 0.5% 2000 San Francisco, CA 0.5% 2003 Denver, CO 0.4% 2004 New York City, NY 0.375% 1981 Minneapolis, MN 0.25% 2008 A 0.45% sales tax in the GTHA would generate an average of $1 billion annually over 25 years. 61

62 HOT Lanes in US Miles of Operational HOT Lanes in North America There are 36 more HOT lanes under construction or in planning stages.

63 A BIG Conversation

64 BIG decisions of the past Yonge Subway 1954 Highway GO Train 1967

65 Today s BIG decisions UP Express 2015 Crosstown

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