Mississauga.ca - Residents - Clarkson Village Study

The Planning and Building Department, in co-operation with the Clarkson Village Stakeholders, are currently undertaking the Clarkson Village Study. The goal of the study is to develop a comprehensive vision for the revitalization of Clarkson Village. The stakeholders include representatives from the various resident groups, the Clarkson BIA, a local developer and interested individuals in the community, as well as Councillor Mullin, Ward 2 and City staff. The stakeholders, to date, have provided enthusiasm, commitment and strong direction to this important initiative.

The objective of the Clarkson Village study is to promote, maintain and enhance a vibrant and pedestrian friendly 'main street' in Clarkson Village. The study establishes a vision with a long term strategy that should develop in an incremental manner over time. The vision will encourage and manage growth while focussing on both private and public resources to revitalize Clarkson Village.

The Goals of the Study:

1.	A Shared Vision for the Community;
2.	Establish a Long-term Strategy;
3.	Ensure a Balance of Needs;
4.	Encourage a Sustainable Community;
5.	Create a Pedestrian-oriented Community rather then Car Dependency;
6.	Promote a Transit-oriented Community;
7.	Encourage Mix-use Intensification;
8.	Create a Vibrant Mainstreet.

The Transportation and Works Department/Planning and Building Department have initiated a joint feasibility study to review various design concepts through the "Clarkson Village Community Transportation/Urban Design Study."

The design principles that resulted from stakeholder meetings is that they prefer a Village Character; a place to walk, play and shop; a gathering place or central outdoor square; buildings closer to the street with retail shops at grade; Lakeshore Rd. should be safer and easier to cross; reduction in vehicle noise and speed; minimize conflicts between pedestrians and vehicles; more vegetation and trees along the street, parking located at the rear or side buildings; buildings with appropriate heights; linkages to GO Station and Clarkson Crossing Mall.

The study has been broken down into two Phases.

Phase 1 - is the Background & Public Engagement component.

Clarkson Village Study - Background and Public Engagement (April 2009)

Phase 2 - is the Analysis & Recommendations.

Status: Following a March 9, 2009 stakeholders meeting, refinements to the Lakeshore Road West, Clarkson Village Study Phase 1 Report is complete. Work on the Phase 2 component of this report and draft implementing documents is ongoing and is expected to be completed in early 2011.

For additional information please contact:

John Hardcastle

Planner, Planning and Building Department
Phone : (905) 615-3200 ext 5525, FAX (905) 896-5553
e-mail : john.hardcastle@mississauga.ca