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Notice of Study Commencement and Public Information Centre for Georgian Trail Pedestrian Bridge

Project Details

The pedestrian bridge identified as BR-125 is approaching the end of its useful service life and must be

removed in order tomaintain public safety. BR-125 has been determined to contain cultural heritage value within the local context. The Municipality of Meaford is evaluating various replacement or trail relocation options available to maintain access along the Georgian Trail, north of Edwin Street.

This assessment is being undertaken in accordance with the planning and design process for Schedule B projects, as outlined in the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (2023) document, which is approved under the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act.

Structure: BR-125 – Georgian Trail over Meaford Creek Pedestrian Bridge

Location: Georgian Trail, 12m north of Edwin Street (44°36’05. 5″N 80°35’13.6″W)

Public Information Centre Details

You are invited to attend a Public Information Centre to learn more about this project and to provide feedback. General information regarding replacement alternatives under consideration will be on display in an informal “Open House” setting. Members of the project team will be available to answer questions and discuss issues related to the project.

Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Location: Meaford Hall, Terrace Room at 12 Nelson Street East, Meaford, ON

How to Participate

Public, Indigenous Community, and stakeholder input and comment are invited, for incorporation into the planning and design of this project and will be received until March 22, 2026. Subject to the identification of a preferred plan to replace bridge BR-125, and the receipt of necessary approvals, the Municipality of Meaford intends to proceed with this project and complete all work prior to the end of the 2026 calendar year.

Contact and Additional Information

Cassandra Cesco

Project Manager, Facilities
Municipality of Meaford
519-538-1060 ext. 1316 | ccesco@meaford.ca

Brendan Kaus
Engineering Project Manager
Centex Engineering & Development
519-630-8824 Email: brendan@centexed.com

For more information about this project or the planning process being followed, please scan the QR code below or visit meaford.ca/br125.

Notice of Collection of Personal Information

Any personal information that is voluntarily provided by members of the public will be collected under the authority of the Environmental Assessment Act and will be used in the assessment process. With the exception of personal information, all comments shall become part of the public record. Questions regarding the collection, use, and storage of personal information should be directed to the Project Manager listed above.

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