Snively Wetland Environmental Assessment

Project Background

Snively Wetland EA Study Area Map

The City of Richmond Hill is undertaking an Environmental Assessment Study of the Snively Wetland and adjacent stormwater management facilities at Paradelle Drive (2-14) and Worthington Avenue (2-15). The study will determine their current state, as well as identify and assess potential alternatives for improvement of the wetland’s water level conditions and to enhance the performance of the stormwater facilities.

The study area is bound by Bayview Avenue to the east, Worthington Avenue to the west, Snively Street to the south and Paradelle Drive to the north (see map).

Snively Wetland is a naturally occurring water body and is classified as a Provincially Significant Wetland as part of the Wilcox-St. George Complex. It receives drainage from about 100 hectares of land. The two adjacent stormwater ponds drain to Snively Wetland. This wetland has experienced issues related to water level fluctuations, impacting some adjacent properties.

The study is being conducted in accordance with Schedule B of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) process (October 2000, as amended in 2007, 2011 and 2015). As part of the class EA process, evaluation of alternatives, assessment of the potential environmental effects and identification of mitigation measures for potential adverse impacts will be conducted and presented through public and agency consultations. Upon completion of the study, a Project File Report documenting the planning and decision-making process will be prepared and made available for public review.

Public Communications and Consultation

Notice of Commencement

Public Open House

An Open House was held on June 11, 2024 at the Oak Ridges Community Centre where residents were invited to join us for an overview of the Snively Wetland Outlet Environmental Assessment project, as well as review and provide feedback on proposed rehabilitation solutions. To facilitate public input for those who were unable to attend the in-person event, an online survey was open between June 11 and July 2, 2024.

Questions and Comments

Please submit written questions or comments to the contact listed below. For more information regarding submissions and the collection of information, please contact one of the Study Team members:

Jeremy Wychreschuk, MASc, DPA, PMP, P.Eng.
Manager, Infrastructure Planning
City of Richmond Hill
225 East Beaver Creek Road
Richmond Hill, ON L4B 3P4
Tel: 905-771-5495
jeremy.wychreschuk@richmondhill.ca

Kyle Haley, P.Eng
Water Resources Engineer
Aquafor Beech Ltd.
2600 Skymark Avenue 6-Suite 202
Mississauga, ON L4W 5B2
Tel: 416-436-4336
haley.k@aquaforbeech.com

Any personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act 2001, S.O. 2001, c.25, the Environmental Assessment Act, R.S.O 1990, c. E.18 and the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. M.56. The City collects this information to enable it to make an informed decision on the relevant issue(s). Individuals who submit correspondence should be aware that any personal information in their communication will become part of the public record. The City will make it available to the public, unless the individual expressly requests the City to remove the personal information from the public record. Questions about the collection of this information may be directed to Jeremy Wychreschuk, at 905-771-5495, 225 East Beaver Creek Rd, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 3P4.

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