Transit Implementation Plan

Share Transit Implementation Plan on Facebook Share Transit Implementation Plan on Twitter Share Transit Implementation Plan on Linkedin Email Transit Implementation Plan link


The Transit Implementation Plan will set out the execution and operations for transit services in Halton Hills, including on-demand transit, conventional transit, and specialized transit services, over the next 10 years. The Transit Implementation Plan will incorporate recommendations made in the Transit Service Strategy (2019) and the Specialized Transit Plan (2021) and will provide a forward-thinking, phased-in, innovative approach to transit operations in Halton Hills.

Objectives

The Town of Halton Hills Transit Implementation Plan will carry out duties and responsibilities that support the achievement of the following objectives:

  • Incorporate and build on recommendations made in the Town’s Transit Service Strategy (2019) and Specialized Transit Plan (2021).
  • Recognize and incorporate transit implementation recommendations based on planned growth within Halton Hills to 2051.
  • Provide operational recommendations for a public transit system in Halton Hills, that includes conventional fixed-route and on-demand transit services and incorporates the Town’s existing specialized transit services.
  • Encompasses the Town’s Strategic Priorities and Objectives for the delivery of transit services and operations while focusing on the overall quality, performance, and efficiency of transit services.
  • Develop phased-in operational recommendations for a transit system that is fiscally prudent with due regard for the taxpayers of Halton Hills.
  • Recommendations of transit operations will be broken down into the following:
    1. Quick wins and service recommendations, along with operational and infrastructure requirements for the first year of service.
    2. Phased-in long-term operational and service recommendations for transit services over the next 10 years.

Process and Engagement

The Town will facilitate a wide range of public consultation and engagement activities to inform the recommendations of future transit operations. Public consultation and engagement activities include, but are not limited to:

  • Public Meetings
    Public meetings will be held to inform attendees of the project's purpose and progress, as well as allow the opportunity to provide feedback that will be used to inform the final plan recommendations for transit operations in Halton Hills.
  • Stakeholder Engagement
    Stakeholder engagement will be held to collect input that will advise on transit service operations.
  • Accessibility Advisory Committee
    Ongoing communication with the Town's Accessibility Advisory Committee will be facilitated throughout the project.
  • Online Survey
    An online survey to gather input to inform on future transit service operations.


The Transit Implementation Plan will set out the execution and operations for transit services in Halton Hills, including on-demand transit, conventional transit, and specialized transit services, over the next 10 years. The Transit Implementation Plan will incorporate recommendations made in the Transit Service Strategy (2019) and the Specialized Transit Plan (2021) and will provide a forward-thinking, phased-in, innovative approach to transit operations in Halton Hills.

Objectives

The Town of Halton Hills Transit Implementation Plan will carry out duties and responsibilities that support the achievement of the following objectives:

  • Incorporate and build on recommendations made in the Town’s Transit Service Strategy (2019) and Specialized Transit Plan (2021).
  • Recognize and incorporate transit implementation recommendations based on planned growth within Halton Hills to 2051.
  • Provide operational recommendations for a public transit system in Halton Hills, that includes conventional fixed-route and on-demand transit services and incorporates the Town’s existing specialized transit services.
  • Encompasses the Town’s Strategic Priorities and Objectives for the delivery of transit services and operations while focusing on the overall quality, performance, and efficiency of transit services.
  • Develop phased-in operational recommendations for a transit system that is fiscally prudent with due regard for the taxpayers of Halton Hills.
  • Recommendations of transit operations will be broken down into the following:
    1. Quick wins and service recommendations, along with operational and infrastructure requirements for the first year of service.
    2. Phased-in long-term operational and service recommendations for transit services over the next 10 years.

Process and Engagement

The Town will facilitate a wide range of public consultation and engagement activities to inform the recommendations of future transit operations. Public consultation and engagement activities include, but are not limited to:

  • Public Meetings
    Public meetings will be held to inform attendees of the project's purpose and progress, as well as allow the opportunity to provide feedback that will be used to inform the final plan recommendations for transit operations in Halton Hills.
  • Stakeholder Engagement
    Stakeholder engagement will be held to collect input that will advise on transit service operations.
  • Accessibility Advisory Committee
    Ongoing communication with the Town's Accessibility Advisory Committee will be facilitated throughout the project.
  • Online Survey
    An online survey to gather input to inform on future transit service operations.

Ask the Town

You need to be signed in to add your question.

  • Share Does the plan include connections to Milton, Mississauga and Brampton buses? And if possible, it would be great to have a special rate for students who go to speciality programs in Milton and other cities to be able to ride for free or discount. Would you consider this? on Facebook Share Does the plan include connections to Milton, Mississauga and Brampton buses? And if possible, it would be great to have a special rate for students who go to speciality programs in Milton and other cities to be able to ride for free or discount. Would you consider this? on Twitter Share Does the plan include connections to Milton, Mississauga and Brampton buses? And if possible, it would be great to have a special rate for students who go to speciality programs in Milton and other cities to be able to ride for free or discount. Would you consider this? on Linkedin Email Does the plan include connections to Milton, Mississauga and Brampton buses? And if possible, it would be great to have a special rate for students who go to speciality programs in Milton and other cities to be able to ride for free or discount. Would you consider this? link

    Does the plan include connections to Milton, Mississauga and Brampton buses? And if possible, it would be great to have a special rate for students who go to speciality programs in Milton and other cities to be able to ride for free or discount. Would you consider this?

    Webster asked 15 days ago

    Thank you for your interest in the Transit Implementation Plan. The plan is currently in its initial stages of development for a phased-in operations plan for transit services in Halton Hills. It is planned that the study provide operational detail for transit that expand on recommendations made in the 2019 Transit Service Strategy which included potential connections to surrounding municipalities for greater cross-boundary travel options. As part of the Transit Implementation Plan, fare recommendations for transit service will also be made. I encourage you to sign up for updates on the Let’s Talk Halton Hills - Transit Implementation Plan project page and attend any future public information centres related to the study. Public feedback will guide the final outcome of the plan and will provide operational recommendations that will be used toward transit services in Halton Hills

  • Share Is there a way to ensure that our crescent will not be a bus route? We purchased our home on a “side street” to avoid being on a transit route. Will there be a way to vote on routes and streets that will be affected? on Facebook Share Is there a way to ensure that our crescent will not be a bus route? We purchased our home on a “side street” to avoid being on a transit route. Will there be a way to vote on routes and streets that will be affected? on Twitter Share Is there a way to ensure that our crescent will not be a bus route? We purchased our home on a “side street” to avoid being on a transit route. Will there be a way to vote on routes and streets that will be affected? on Linkedin Email Is there a way to ensure that our crescent will not be a bus route? We purchased our home on a “side street” to avoid being on a transit route. Will there be a way to vote on routes and streets that will be affected? link

    Is there a way to ensure that our crescent will not be a bus route? We purchased our home on a “side street” to avoid being on a transit route. Will there be a way to vote on routes and streets that will be affected?

    Webster asked 15 days ago

    Thank you for your interest in the Transit Implementation Plan. The plan is currently in its initial stages of development for a phased-in operations plan for transit services in Halton Hills. It is planned that the study provide operational detail for transit that expand on proposed route and service recommendations made in the 2019 Transit Service Strategy. I encourage you to sign up for updates on the Let’s Talk Halton Hills - Transit Implementation Plan project page and attend any future public information centres related to the study. Public feedback will guide the outcome of the plan and will provide operational recommendations that will be used toward transit services in Halton

  • Share Will you be updating the costs and estimating the property tax increases needed to support public transit as part of this work? on Facebook Share Will you be updating the costs and estimating the property tax increases needed to support public transit as part of this work? on Twitter Share Will you be updating the costs and estimating the property tax increases needed to support public transit as part of this work? on Linkedin Email Will you be updating the costs and estimating the property tax increases needed to support public transit as part of this work? link

    Will you be updating the costs and estimating the property tax increases needed to support public transit as part of this work?

    dw4567 asked about 1 month ago

    Thank you for your interest in the Transit Implementation Plan. As part of the Transit Implementation Plan, capital and operating cost assessments will be included within the plan for existing, new and/or expanded transit services over the next ten years. Once a recommended plan has been finalized, it will require the approval of Council before advancing forward. Cost assessments contained within the final plan would then be considered as part of the Town’s budget process and overall tax increase. I encourage you to sign up for updates on the Let’s Talk Halton Hills - Transit Implementation Plan project page and attend any public information centres related to the study to provide your input.

  • Share If citizens do not want it, will it still be implemented? on Facebook Share If citizens do not want it, will it still be implemented? on Twitter Share If citizens do not want it, will it still be implemented? on Linkedin Email If citizens do not want it, will it still be implemented? link

    If citizens do not want it, will it still be implemented?

    Janelle Smith asked about 1 month ago

    Thank you for your interest in the Transit Implementation Plan. The need for transit services has been identified as part of the 2019 Transit Service Strategy which was endorsed by Council. We are currently at the beginning phases of development for the Transit Implementation Plan. Once a recommended plan has been finalized, it will require the approval of Council before advancing forward. I encourage you to sign up for updates on the Let’s Talk Halton Hills - Transit Implementation Plan project page and attend any public information centres related to the study to provide your input.

  • Share We only need a north/south route to and from as far away as Oakville etc. We already have east west service from GO. on Facebook Share We only need a north/south route to and from as far away as Oakville etc. We already have east west service from GO. on Twitter Share We only need a north/south route to and from as far away as Oakville etc. We already have east west service from GO. on Linkedin Email We only need a north/south route to and from as far away as Oakville etc. We already have east west service from GO. link

    We only need a north/south route to and from as far away as Oakville etc. We already have east west service from GO.

    Tandem2 asked about 1 month ago

    Thank you for your input and interest in the Transit Implementation Plan. It is planned that the study will provide operational details for transit that expand on the recommendations made in the 2019 Transit Service Strategy. I encourage you to sign up for updates on the Let’s Talk Halton Hills - Transit Implementation Plan project page and attend any public information centres related to the study to provide your input.

  • Share Why is the town looking at public transit? The need is not great and increasing taxes to pay for so few users is a waste of money. on Facebook Share Why is the town looking at public transit? The need is not great and increasing taxes to pay for so few users is a waste of money. on Twitter Share Why is the town looking at public transit? The need is not great and increasing taxes to pay for so few users is a waste of money. on Linkedin Email Why is the town looking at public transit? The need is not great and increasing taxes to pay for so few users is a waste of money. link

    Why is the town looking at public transit? The need is not great and increasing taxes to pay for so few users is a waste of money.

    L7G-6K3 asked about 1 month ago

    Thank you for your input and interest in the Transit Implementation Plan. It is planned that the study will provide operational detail for transit services that expand on the recommendations made in the 2019 Transit Service Strategy that meet the needs of residents and visitors of Halton Hills. I encourage you to sign up for updates on the Let’s Talk Halton Hills - Transit Implementation Plan project page and attend any public information centres related to the study to provide your input.

  • Share Will you be looking at other cities that offer a hybrid model for public transit- combining fixed route and on demand? on Facebook Share Will you be looking at other cities that offer a hybrid model for public transit- combining fixed route and on demand? on Twitter Share Will you be looking at other cities that offer a hybrid model for public transit- combining fixed route and on demand? on Linkedin Email Will you be looking at other cities that offer a hybrid model for public transit- combining fixed route and on demand? link

    Will you be looking at other cities that offer a hybrid model for public transit- combining fixed route and on demand?

    SusanCox asked about 2 months ago

    Thank you for your input and interest in the Transit Implementation Plan. It is planned that the study will provide operational details for transit that expand on the recommendations made in the 2019 Transit Service Strategy. The Transit Implementation Plan will evaluate how hybrid systems work, their benefits, potential challenges, and will inform the recommendations in the development of the Transit Implementation Plan. I encourage you to sign up for updates on the Let’s Talk Halton Hills - Transit Implementation Plan project page and attend any public information centres related to the study to provide your input.

  • Share Why eliminate small town living with transit, and high density buildings in Georgetown? on Facebook Share Why eliminate small town living with transit, and high density buildings in Georgetown? on Twitter Share Why eliminate small town living with transit, and high density buildings in Georgetown? on Linkedin Email Why eliminate small town living with transit, and high density buildings in Georgetown? link

    Why eliminate small town living with transit, and high density buildings in Georgetown?

    Ame Osawe asked about 2 months ago

    Thank you for your input and interest in the Transit Implementation Plan. It is planned that the study will provide operational details for transit that expand on the recommendations made in the 2019 Transit Service Strategy. I encourage you to sign up for updates on the Let’s Talk Halton Hills - Transit Implementation Plan project page and attend any public information centres related to the study to provide your input.

  • Share I’m looking forward to bus service in Georgetown for myself and (to a greater degree) for my kids. What is the anticipated start date for the first conventional fixed route service? What will the first routes be? Will there be transfers available between municipalities? on Facebook Share I’m looking forward to bus service in Georgetown for myself and (to a greater degree) for my kids. What is the anticipated start date for the first conventional fixed route service? What will the first routes be? Will there be transfers available between municipalities? on Twitter Share I’m looking forward to bus service in Georgetown for myself and (to a greater degree) for my kids. What is the anticipated start date for the first conventional fixed route service? What will the first routes be? Will there be transfers available between municipalities? on Linkedin Email I’m looking forward to bus service in Georgetown for myself and (to a greater degree) for my kids. What is the anticipated start date for the first conventional fixed route service? What will the first routes be? Will there be transfers available between municipalities? link

    I’m looking forward to bus service in Georgetown for myself and (to a greater degree) for my kids. What is the anticipated start date for the first conventional fixed route service? What will the first routes be? Will there be transfers available between municipalities?

    waynekirley asked about 2 months ago

    Thank you for your interest in the Transit Implementation Plan. The plan has recently kicked off with Aracrdis Consulting Services and is currently in its initial stages of development for a phased-in operations plan for transit services in Halton Hills. It is planned that the study provide operational details for transit that expand on the recommendations made in the 2019 Transit Service Strategy. I encourage you to sign up for updates on the Let’s Talk Halton Hills - Transit Implementation Plan project page, and attend any future public information centres related to the study. Public feedback will guide the final outcome of the plan and will provide operational recommendations that will be used toward transit services in Halton Hills.