City Council Meeting Summary (Truck Route Subcommittee)

A Truck Route Subcommittee meeting focused on establishing and monitoring a citywide truck route framework, with an emphasis on transparency and public engagement. The agenda and minutes were approved, the Truck Route Monitoring and Evaluation Framework (PED19073F) was presented, and plans to develop a public-facing dashboard and online reporting tool were advanced, including ongoing community consultations about truck route signage.

• Key decisions:

  • Agenda and minutes from the prior meeting were approved unanimously.
  • The Truck Route Monitoring and Evaluation Framework (PED19073F) was presented (no formal motion passed in that section).
  • Next steps include developing a public-facing dashboard, expanding civic engagement, and continuing signage consultations.

• File Numbers discussed: PED19073F (Truck Route Monitoring Evaluation Framework Citywide Outstanding Business).

• Opportunities for Public Input:

  • Residents are encouraged to use the online reporting tool to report truck route violations.
  • City staff will consult with the community about the implementation of truck route signage.

• Councillors present:

  • Mark Tassen (Chair)
  • Casar
  • Cretch
  • A. Wilson
  • M. Wilson (attending online)

Five Most Important Topics Discussed

1) Approval of Agenda and Minutes - Discussion/Quote: “May I please have a mover and seconder to approve the agenda as presented?” - Counselor Mark Tassen. - Elaboration: The meeting opened with procedural approvals, establishing continuity for subsequent discussions.

2) Truck Route Monitoring and Evaluation Framework (PED19073F) - Discussion/Quote: “The framework for the truck route network is included as Appendix A in the report before you,” stated Eleni Dnis. - Elaboration: Updates covered monitoring truck volumes, safety enforcement, public engagement, and a public-facing dashboard for transparency. The formal motion did not pass in this section, but the framework was presented for consideration and next steps.

3) Reduction in Heavy Truck Volumes - Discussion/Quote: “Post-implementation of the truck route, we did see a reduction of heavy truck volumes on these corridors,” noted Eleni Dnis. - Elaboration: Observed reductions on corridors with four-axle restrictions indicate progress in traffic management and road safety.

4) Public Engagement and Reporting Tool - Discussion/Quote: “Civic engagement through reporting of observed truck route violations using the online reporting tool,” highlighted Omar Shams. - Elaboration: Emphasized the importance of resident participation in reporting violations to support monitoring and enforcement efforts.

5) Proposed Public-Facing Dashboard - Discussion/Quote: “The proposed dashboard is intended to provide annual updates on the key indicators regarding the truck routes,” explained Eleni Dnis. - Elaboration: A dashboard would increase transparency by sharing indicators on compliance and enforcement actions with the public.

Files, Public Input, and Next Steps

• File Numbers Discussed: PED19073F (Truck Route Monitoring Evaluation Framework Citywide Outstanding Business).

• Opportunities for Public Input:

  • Online reporting tool for violations.
  • Community consultation on truck route signage implementation.

• Next Steps:

  • Develop and launch the public-facing dashboard.
  • Continue community engagement regarding signage.
  • Monitor and report on truck route compliance and enforcement actions.

Motions and Outcomes

1) Motion: Approval of Agenda - Outcome: Passed unanimously. - Next Steps: Proceed with the meeting as per the approved agenda.

2) Motion: Approval of Minutes from January 10, 2025 - Outcome: Passed unanimously. - Next Steps: No further action required.

3) Motion: Truck Route Monitoring and Evaluation Framework (PED19073F) - Outcome: Presentation provided; no formal motion passed during this section. - Next Steps: Develop the public-facing dashboard and consult with the community regarding truck route signage.