Public Works Committee

That the agenda for the February 23, 2026, Public Works Committee meeting, be approved, as presented.

That the minutes of the February 2, 2026 Public Works Committee meeting, be adopted, as presented.

That the delegate be provided with an additional 5 minutes to complete their delegation.

That the following delegations, be received: 6.2 James Kemp respecting raising concerns about the lack of snow removal along Priority Routes 6.3 Adele Barrett respecting Motion - Hill Street Dog Park Enhancement Project, 13 Hill Street, Hamilton (Ward 1) (Item 10.1) 6.4 Pierre Roy respecting Motion - Road Rehabilitation on Barton Street East from Sherman Avenue North to Emerald Street North (Ward 3) (Item 10.3) and Motion - Road Rehabilitation on Barton Street East, Please refer to the March 4, 2026, Council Minutes for the disposition of these matters. Public Works Committee February 23, 2026 Minutes PWC 26-003 Page 3 of 13 from Ottawa Street North to Kenilworth Avenue North, Hamilton (Ward 4) (Item 10.5)

That Report PW17021(c), dated February 23, 2026, respecting Update on Roadway Safety Measures on Aberdeen from Queen Street to Longwood Road (Ward 1), be received for information.

That Report PW26014, dated February 23, 2026, respecting State of the Urban Forest Report (2026) (City Wide), be received for information.

That Report PW26024, dated February 23, 2026, respecting Sewage Spills from City Infrastructure - Annual Report (City Wide), be received for information.

That Report PW26017, dated February 23, 2026, respecting Keep Hamilton Clean and Green - Community Liaison Group (City Wide), be received and the following recommendation, be approved: Please refer to the March 4, 2026, Council Minutes for the disposition of these matters. Public Works Committee February 23, 2026 Minutes PWC 26-003 Page 4 of 13 (a) That the transition of the Keep Hamilton Clean & Green Committee to the Keep Hamilton Clean & Green Community Liaison Group BE APPROVED. Result: MOTION,

WHEREAS, there are two leash free dog parks in Ward 1 (Cathedral Dog Park and Hill Street Dog Park) that provide opportunities for residents to exercise their dogs off leash within a fenced area, however neither provide small dog areas; WHEREAS, residents submitted a petition with 457 signatures (as of January 7, 2026) to request the addition of a small dog area at the existing Hill Street Dog Park located in Hill Street Park, located at 13 Hill Street, Hamilton; WHEREAS, the Hill Street Dog Park can be modified to include a small dog area within the existing dog park boundary; WHEREAS, the petition demonstrates a strong community support for the addition of a small dog area at Hill Street Dog Park; WHEREAS, there is no available funding to add new dog parks or enhance existing dog parks; and Please refer to the March 4, 2026, Council Minutes for the disposition of these matters. Public Works Committee February 23, 2026 Minutes PWC 26-003 Page 5 of 13 WHEREAS, Ward 1 has available funding to enhance the existing Dog Park amenity to accommodate a new small dog area at Hill Street Dog Park to provide a safe space for small and shy dogs to socialize and play. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That the supply and installation of chain link fence to establish a small dog area at Hill Street Dog Park including ancillary signage, be funded from the Ward 1 Capital Re-Investment Reserve #108051 at an upset limit, including contingency and HST, not to exceed $25,000, be approved; and (b)

WHEREAS, Barton Street East from Sherman Avenue North to Emerald Street North in Ward 3 was assessed by Public Works’ Engineering Services Please refer to the March 4, 2026, Council Minutes for the disposition of these matters. Public Works Committee February 23, 2026 Minutes PWC 26-003 Page 6 of 13 Division as having generally “very poor” and “poor” pavement conditions and listed in priority as being in need of road rehabilitation to extend the life of the roadway and therefore improve service levels and reduce maintenance costs; WHEREAS, Barton Street has been named among the Top Three Worst Roads in Ontario by CAA for the past five years; WHEREAS, Barton Street East functions as a major east–west arterial roadway, supporting high traffic volumes, transit operations, goods movement, and emergency services, and its condition has network-wide implications beyond the immediate neighborhood; WHEREAS, planning for resurfacing Barton Street East began in 2025 through the City’s State of Good Repair program from the Ottawa Street North to Sherman Avenue North segment, and the proposed work represents additional funding to extend the resurfacing from Sherman Avenue North to Emerald Street North based on a previously identified need, rather than a new or unplanned request; WHEREAS, residents living adjacent to Barton Street East, those who use the street to commute, and the Barton Village BIA, have all advocated for a safer street and the need to address the road surface failures an

WHEREAS, Heritage Green Sports Park is a large park with ball diamonds, soccer fields, a spray pad and playground, with active sport programming and bookings in the spring, summer and fall; Please refer to the March 4, 2026, Council Minutes for the disposition of these matters. Public Works Committee February 23, 2026 Minutes PWC 26-003 Page 8 of 13 WHEREAS, in the dry months of summer, the current gravel park road generates significant dust and staff are challenged to manage the dust; WHEREAS, residents beside the park are impacted by the dust generated by users of the park; and WHEREAS, the Heritage Green Community Trust has confirmed their support for a grant to enable the park road to be paved this year. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That staff be directed to receive a grant from the Heritage Green Community Trust for the amount of $300,000, to support the paving of the park road from First Road West through the park to Echovalley Drive, including the roundabout drop off area and including strategic speed humps to assist with speed; (b) That the Transportation Division, on behalf of the Environmental Services Division, be directed to complete the paving works within the park as early as practicable, with the objective of aligning the work with the start of the upcoming sport season; and (c) That the General Manager of Public Works, or designate, be authorized to approve and execute any and all required agreements and ancillary documents, with such terms and conditions in

Please refer to the March 4, 2026, Council Minutes for the disposition of these matters. Public Works Committee February 23, 2026 Minutes PWC 26-003 Page 9 of 13 WHEREAS, Barton Street East from Ottawa Street North to Kenilworth Avenue North, in Ward 4, was assessed by Public Works’ Engineering Services Division as having “poor” pavement condition and is in need of road rehabilitation to extend the life of this section of roadway and therefore improve service levels and reduce maintenance costs; WHEREAS, Barton Street has been named among the Top Three Worst Roads in Ontario by CAA for the past five years; WHEREAS, Barton Street East from Ottawa Street North to Kenilworth Avenue North will provide continuity to road rehabilitation work also planned concurrently on Barton Street East from Ottawa Street North to Emerald Street North. WHEREAS, Barton Street East functions as a major east–west arterial roadway, supporting high traffic volumes, transit operations, goods movement, and emergency services, and its condition has network-wide implications beyond the immediate neighbourhood; WHEREAS, planning for resurfacing Barton Street East began in 2025 through the City’s State of Good Repair program from the Ottawa Street North to Sherman Avenue North segment, and the proposed work represents additional funding to extend the resurfacing from Ottawa Street North to Kenilworth Avenue North based on a previously identified needs; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That Public Works staff

WHEREAS, Ward 13 parks assets that have been removed due to end-of-life condition and not been replaced as a result of capital funding pressures; WHEREAS, Dundas Driving Park, 71 Cross Street (Dundas), had a set of pedestrian stairs, connecting Helen Street to the park, closed due to identified health and safety concerns in January 2026; WHEREAS, these stairs were identified as a key active transportation link for residents to move through the community; WHEREAS, the replacement of these stairs with a steel structure will re- instate the connection and provide an extended life cycle for the asset, as well as operational efficiencies; and WHEREAS, resources are limited, and this work will be initiated in 2026, and completed within 18-24 months. This schedule may vary due to unforeseen challenges such as procurement timing, supply chain issues, weather, etc. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That the Dundas Driving Park stair replacement project, be funded at $210,000 from CP Minor Maintenance Ward 13 Account #4031911613; and (b) That the General Manager, Public Works or designate be authorized to approve and execute any and all required agreements and ancillary documents, with such terms and conditions in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. Result: MOTION,

WHEREAS, the tennis courts at Mount Hope Park provides important public amenities to Ward 11 residents and the wider community; WHEREAS, the windscreens would be an enhancement to the existing tennis courts to encourage and benefit player participation during windy conditions; WHEREAS, windscreens came at the request of Ward 11 Office and is being funded from the Ward 11 Mount Hope Community Fund; and WHEREAS, windscreens are not standard at tennis courts and the intent is not to establish a new standard i.e., windscreens will not be replaced if damaged or worn out. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That the purchase and installation of windscreens at Mount Hope tennis courts with an anticipated completion date of June 1, 2026 be funded from the Ward 11 Non-Property Tax Revenue Account #3302409611 (Airport Revenue) at an upset limit, including contingency and HST, not to exceed $4,000; and (b) That the General Manager, Public Works or designate be authorized to approve and execute any and all required agreements and ancillary documents, with such terms and conditions in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. Result: MOTION,

WHEREAS, a two-year study is commencing to assess rural truck routes in Glanbrook, and a long-term solution is being considered; WHEREAS, residents and businesses have expressed concerns regarding ongoing truck traffic on non-designated truck routes, particularly along Nebo Road south of Twenty Road; and WHEREAS, immediate, short-term interventions can help mitigate non- designated truck route truck traffic impacts while longer-term solutions are under development. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That the Transportation Division be directed to install a Digital Speed Sign near 2313 Nebo Road to assist with vehicle speed limit compliance, with consideration for funding support from the Ward Councillor if required; (b) That the Transportation Division work in collaboration with the Ward 11 Councillor to identify appropriate locations for no trucks permitted signage, with initial consideration given to the following locations: (i) Nebo Road between Airport Road and Whitechurch Road; (ii) Nebo Road between Airport Road and Dickenson Road; and (iii) Nebo Road in proximity to Atlantic Packaging and/or Laidlaw Buses (c) That the Transportation Planning and Parking Division, in collaboration with the Transportation Division, report back to the Truck Route Sub-Committee on the implementation and effectiveness of short-term measures by the first quarter of 2027. Please refer to the March 4, 2026, Council Minutes for the disposition of these matters. Public Works Committee February 23, 2