Trail Enhancement: North West Quadrant

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Consultation has concluded.

Phase 5 of the Dave Kerwin Trail is now open to the public, including the new boardwalk. The trail is designed to be fully accessible. Public parking is available at the Environmental Park off Woodspring Avenue, or off of Gilpin Drive. Please stay on the paved trail, as trails through the natural wooded areas are not maintained.

The Town of Newmarket expanded the trail along the North West Quadrant (NWQ) forest. The purpose of this project includes the installation of accessible asphalt pathways and bridges to connect subdivisions Woodland Hills Phases 6 and 7 to the existing Dave Kerwin Trail as shown in the map on this page.

Public engagement is a very important aspect to the success of this project. Two public information centres were hosted on November 20, 2020 and May 24, 2022 to ensure the new trail was meeting the needs to residents in the area. You can view a recap of the PIC's below.

Work in the trail extension is took place in in two phases:

Phase 1: Tree removal (March 13-31, 2023)

  • During this phase, residents may see trees falling as part of the removal process

Phase 2: Trail construction (Begins in June/July 2023 until Summer 2025)

  • Phase 5 of the Dave Kerwin Trail is now open to the public, including the new boardwalk. The trail is designed to be fully accessible. Public parking is available at the Environmental Park off Woodspring Avenue, or off of Gilpin Drive. Please stay on the paved trail, as trails through the natural wooded areas are not maintained.



Virtual Public Information Centre on May 24, 2022

Following the Public Consultation Centre held in November 2020, the Town has finalized the NWQ Phase 5 trail design and invited the public to view the design and drawings. A Virtual Public Information Centre (VPIC) was hosted on Tuesday, May 24, 2022. See below for a video recording of the meeting:


Resources:


Virtual Public Information Centre hosted on November 25, 2020

The Town of Newmarket is seeking the public's input regarding an upcoming trail enhancement project in the North West Quadrant (NWQ) forest. The purpose of this project includes the installation of accessible asphalt pathways and bridges to connect subdivisions Woodland Hills Phases 6 and 7 to the existing Dave Kerwin Trail as shown in the map on this page.

The Town hosted a Virtual Public Consultation Centre (PCC) on Zoom on November 25, 2020 at 7 p.m. to present the proposed project and to gather feedback from residents.

The Town's consultant, Stantec, presented a brief overview of the project, preliminary design drawings and answered questions from the public.

1st Public Consultation Centre on November 25, 2020 at 7 p.m.


Thank you for everyone who attended the virtual PCC and submitted their comments by December 4th!

The Town of Newmarket expanded the trail along the North West Quadrant (NWQ) forest. The purpose of this project includes the installation of accessible asphalt pathways and bridges to connect subdivisions Woodland Hills Phases 6 and 7 to the existing Dave Kerwin Trail as shown in the map on this page.

Public engagement is a very important aspect to the success of this project. Two public information centres were hosted on November 20, 2020 and May 24, 2022 to ensure the new trail was meeting the needs to residents in the area. You can view a recap of the PIC's below.

Work in the trail extension is took place in in two phases:

Phase 1: Tree removal (March 13-31, 2023)

  • During this phase, residents may see trees falling as part of the removal process

Phase 2: Trail construction (Begins in June/July 2023 until Summer 2025)

  • Phase 5 of the Dave Kerwin Trail is now open to the public, including the new boardwalk. The trail is designed to be fully accessible. Public parking is available at the Environmental Park off Woodspring Avenue, or off of Gilpin Drive. Please stay on the paved trail, as trails through the natural wooded areas are not maintained.



Virtual Public Information Centre on May 24, 2022

Following the Public Consultation Centre held in November 2020, the Town has finalized the NWQ Phase 5 trail design and invited the public to view the design and drawings. A Virtual Public Information Centre (VPIC) was hosted on Tuesday, May 24, 2022. See below for a video recording of the meeting:


Resources:


Virtual Public Information Centre hosted on November 25, 2020

The Town of Newmarket is seeking the public's input regarding an upcoming trail enhancement project in the North West Quadrant (NWQ) forest. The purpose of this project includes the installation of accessible asphalt pathways and bridges to connect subdivisions Woodland Hills Phases 6 and 7 to the existing Dave Kerwin Trail as shown in the map on this page.

The Town hosted a Virtual Public Consultation Centre (PCC) on Zoom on November 25, 2020 at 7 p.m. to present the proposed project and to gather feedback from residents.

The Town's consultant, Stantec, presented a brief overview of the project, preliminary design drawings and answered questions from the public.

1st Public Consultation Centre on November 25, 2020 at 7 p.m.


Thank you for everyone who attended the virtual PCC and submitted their comments by December 4th!

Consultation has concluded.

Phase 5 of the Dave Kerwin Trail is now open to the public, including the new boardwalk. The trail is designed to be fully accessible. Public parking is available at the Environmental Park off Woodspring Avenue, or off of Gilpin Drive. Please stay on the paved trail, as trails through the natural wooded areas are not maintained.

  • Construction of the new accessible trail begins

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    The Town of Newmarket is proceeding with the construction of the new accessible trail from Clifford Perry Place to Art West Avenue to the existing Dave Kerwin Trail.

    As you may have noticed, Phase 1 of the project, which focused on tree removal, is now complete. Phase 2 will focus on constructing the trail and associated retaining walls. Phase 2 is expected to begin as early as the week of August 21, 2023, with an anticipated completion by Fall 2024, subject to weather and site conditions. Restoration works may be completed in early 2025.

    Construction will occur Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and occasionally on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

    The safety of all residents and workers is of the utmost importance. At the end of each day, the Contractor will leave the site safe and secure. Please do not enter the construction area and keep a safe distance away from all construction operations. We understand that children may be curious about the construction activities, however, we request parents make every effort to keep children a safe distance away from the construction site.

    We apologize for any inconvenience the construction may cause and thank you for your patience while we complete this exciting trail project that will provide a safe and more direct route to the Environmental Park for residents living on or near Clifford Perry Place and Art West Avenue.

  • Construction Commencement Notice: Northwest Quadrant Trail Phase 5 Phase 1 - Tree Removals

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    The Town of Newmarket is proceeding with the construction of the new asphalt trail through the forest from Clifford Perry Place to Art West Avenue to the existing Dave Kerwin Trail.

    The project consists of two phases which includes tree cutting/removal and construction of the trail. The first phase is scheduled to begin on March 13, 2023 with tree removal being completed by March 31, 2023. During this time, residents may see trees falling as part of the removal process. Phase 1 work including cutting, cleanup and removal/disposal off site is expected to be completed by end of May 2023.

    Phase 2 construction is expected to begin in June/July 2023 with an anticipated completion by summer 2024 and opening in fall 2024, subject to successful tender award, weather, and site conditions.

    The safety of all residents, staff, and workers is of the utmost importance. Please do not enter the construction area and keep a safe distance away from the tree falling operation. It is requested that you refrain from approaching/conversing with the contractor and/or staff as the tree removal process is a dangerous operation that requires all workers’ full attention. For any immediate questions or concerns please contact the undersigned.

    During the tree removal phase, chainsaws and other loud tree removal equipment will be used daily. Between March 13 and March 31, tree removal operation will take place from Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. After March 31, any cutting/removal work should only occur Monday to Friday 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and possibly on Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

    We apologize for any inconvenience this project may cause and thank you for your patience while we complete this exciting trail project that will provide a safe and more direct route to the Environmental Park for residents living on or near Clifford Perry Place and Art West Avenue.

    Should you have any further questions and/or concerns regarding this project, please contact:


    Mike Ashworth B.L.A.,
    Capital Projects Parks Development Coordinator
    Engineering Services Department
    Cell: 905-806-4261
    Email: mashworth@newmarket.ca