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City of Hamilton – Public Works
Airport Employment Growth District (AEGD)
AEGD
The Airport Employment Growth District (AEGD) is a City led project developed to expand Hamilton’s employment opportunities and support population growth. All Ontario cities are tasked with increasing employment lands as outlined in a document called Places to Grow. The City of Hamilton selected an area of land surrounding the John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport, now referred to as AEGD, to examine and develop a concentrated area of employment lands. Creating a balanced community has always been the primary purpose of this project. In order to determine how to best move forward; research, plans (i.e. Secondary Plan, Transportation Master Plan, Water/Wastewater Master Plan) and public consultation have been undertaken.
How did the City come to identify the lands surrounding the Airport as potential employment lands?
This area was identified initially in the Growth Related Integrated Development Study (GRIDS) as a preferred area for growth to 2031. In 2006 the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) allowed the City to move forward with studies on the lands surrounding the Airport. The John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport is an important economic engine for the City of Hamilton. The growth of other industry sectors in Hamilton is dependent on ready access to the airport and the servicing of lands for future development in the surrounding area. Proper land use and infrastructure planning is paramount in this area.
What work and research has been done to date?
This area of land was first earmarked as potential employment lands in in early 2000s; since then numerous reports and studies have been conducted and are available for your review on this site.
How can I provide my input on AEGD?
You can contact staff and/or attend a public meeting. The next public meeting is taking place on October 5 and 6, 2009.
Which City Departments are managing this project?
AEGD is being managed by both Planning and Economic Development Department (for its impact on the economy and zoning) and Public Works (research and development of Master Plans - Transportation Master Plan etc.).
www.hamilton.ca/aegd
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