After analyzing the results of the questionnaire and the factors relating to the project, the City decided not to pursue the project.
From May 15 to June 5, the City of Brossard invited 616 owners of targeted residences in sector R to fill out a short questionnaire about a project to build a noise barrier along Highway 132, between boulevard Rivard and rue Riverin. The city wanted to find out the opinions of those who would be most affected by the construction of a noise barrier, mainly in terms of noise levels and how the infrastructure would be financed. After analyzing the results obtained, the City of Brossard decided not to proceed with the project.
Questionnaire highlights
- 24% of the people targeted by the mailing responded to the questionnaire.
- 61% of respondents claim to be little or not at all bothered by ambient noise from their home.
- 74% of respondents were not in favor of building a noise barrier according to the financial model studied by the City[1].
Decision-making in concert with citizens
Considering that the construction of a noise barrier represents a major investment that would have had an impact on the daily lives and finances of the citizens most affected by this project, Ville de Brossard felt that it was essential to know their perception in order to feed its thinking. In light of the results obtained, and taking into account all the factors relating to the project, the City has decided not to go ahead with the construction of a noise barrier in sector R.
To consult the results of the questionnaire or to learn more about the project, or visit anti-noise, contact Services Brossard at 450 923-6311 or [email protected].
[1] The distribution of costs under study represented a proportion of 25% of the amount to the targeted sector and 75% to the City as a whole. This would amount to nearly $400 a year over the next 20 years for local residents.
