The Town of Whitby Council has decided to terminate the Environmental Assessment (EA) for Highway 7/12, it was announced yesterday.
“On June 19, Whitby Council voted to terminate the environmental assessment for the Highway 7/12 alternative route,” said Mayor Elizabeth Roy.
She said this decision was not made lightly and was the result of concerns about the financial impact of the project on Whitby taxpayers and the environmental impact of a preferred route that would cut through the Oak Ridges Moraine.
“I am confident that we can find solutions that do not require a costly highway and do not threaten our natural environment,” she said.
Town staff will be reporting back to council in the coming months on next steps and council will be initiating conversations with the province about how to move forward, Mayor Roy said.
“Thank you to all the residents and stakeholders who have shared feedback on this project over the years. We appreciate your engagement and your patience as we navigate this complex issue,” she said.
Mayor Roy said Whitby Council continues to support a vision for Baldwin Street that focuses on downtown revitalization, pedestrian safety, and streamlined development approvals.
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