Transportation Master Plan

The District would like to get your input for the Transportation Master Plan (TMP). This survey takes approximately 3 – 5 minutes.

The information collected will only be used for the purposes of the Transportation Master Plan. If at any time you do not wish to continue, you are under no obligation to participate. Participation in this survey is voluntary. Information gathered as part of this survey process is done so under the authority of Section 28 of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA).   

Use of the Transportation Network

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What is your main mode of transportation on District roads?

Role of the District Road Network

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Generally, do you know the difference between a District road and an Area Municipal road?

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When driving within the Muskoka region, do you notice a difference between a District road and an Area Municipal road?

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What role should District roads play in supporting the Area Municipalities? (Select all that apply)

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Getting to know you

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What months do you usually live in the District of Muskoka? (Check all that apply)

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What are your top three (3) priority areas for improving the District road network?

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Where else do you often travel within the District?

Future Communication

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How would you like to receive project updates such as future public meeting dates and milestones? [Check all that apply]

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Generally, do you prefer in-person public meetings or virtual public meetings where you can hear from the project team and provide feedback?

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Are there any barriers that prevent you from participating in public engagement efforts? (e.g., public meetings and surveys) (Check all that apply)

Draft Vision Statement and Objectives

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A “Vision Statement” is a statement of a Transportation Master Plan’s (“TMP”) aspirations that broadly articulates the desired future state of the transportation system in the District Municipality of Muskoka (“District”). The project team has drafted the Vision Statement below.

“The District Municipality of Muskoka’s transportation system will be safe, accessible, and support multiple transportation modes while accommodating the diverse needs and growth of the community. The transportation network will promote a vibrant economy and connect all small-town, rural and waterfront communities while maintaining the character of the District Municipality of Muskoka region.”


To what extent do you think this is a suitable Vision Statement for the District’s TMP?

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TMP Guiding Principles are intended to guide the development of the transportation system to achieve the Vision. As part of the TMP process, the guiding principles are intended to short list a long list of solutions. How important are each of the following objectives?

Develop a transportation network that is efficient and well-integrated with the Provincial network and well connected among the Area Municipalities
Produce a strategy that is cost-effective and economically sustainable
Develop a strategy that considers the protection of natural features
Develop a transportation network that is safe and accessible
Develop a strategy that mainly focuses on reducing congestion and ensuring efficient traffic flow
Develop a strategy that supports all types of conventional road users such as drivers, cyclists, pedestrians
Develop a strategy that supports all types of alternative road users such as ATVs, snowmobiles, and golf carts.

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