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APPENDIX

A EIS ISSUES SUMMARY CHECKLIST REPORT

Response to Comments Issued by EEPAC following review of the London RT SLSR (WSP, 2017)

# COMMENT RESPONSE REPORT LOCATION

1 Kentucky coffee on campus “According to 2012 NHIC data, naturally occurring Kentucky Coffee trees have only been documented at 20 locations in southwestern Ontario, and none are recorded for the City of London and surrounding area (MNRF, 2015d). Consultation with the MNRF will be necessary to discuss how the Endangered Species Act, 2007 applies to the Kentucky Coffee trees noted during the site investigation. Naturally occurring trees are protected under the Endangered Species Act, 2007, while planted trees are not.” (SLSR report) I would add, although it is outside the study area, I found Kentucky Coffee Tree ponds near the London Hydro site overlooking the weir near Labatt’s.

Additional Kentucky Coffeetrees were found within the study area during the 2017 field investigations. Some of these trees were young and appear to have seeded naturally from nearby mature trees. A meeting with MNRF confirmed that both planted and naturally seeded Kentucky Coffeetrees are protected under the ESA. Habitat within 20 m is considered critical habitat and is also protected. Continued consultation with the MNRF will be necessary at the detailed design phase when the footprint of disturbance has been delineated. Measures to mitigate impacts to this species are provided in the EIS report, but will need to be confirmed with the MNRF during detailed design.

Section 5.1.2 and Item 11 Appendix G

2 Plants near Ponds - The 2015 report (North-South Environmental Inc.) found 28 ELC communities, and 346 species of plants, including 3 that are provincially rare and 3 that are regionally rare. Two of the regionally rare plants, Watershield (Brasenia schreberi) and Sweetflag (Acorus americana) were recorded within the area identified as Site 6 in this study.

The plants in question appear to have been observed beyond the area to be impacted as part of the proposed infrastructure works. These species were not observed by WSP during the field investigations carried out at Site 6. Nevertheless, it has been recommended that the area of impact at Site 6 be surveyed during the summer prior to construction to identify and transplant regionally rare species, if present.

Section 5.1.3 and Item 4 Appendix G

# COMMENT RESPONSE

REPORT

LOCATION

3 Birds (Swifts and Swallows) near campus sites 3A

and 4 (see appended material from Swift Watch).

Additional comments and information presented

by Swift Watch with respect to foraging, roosting,

and nesting were reviewed and considered in the

preparation of the EIS.

Additional surveys for Barn Swallows, Cliff Swallows and Chimney Swifts

(and suitable nesting habitat) were completed during the 2017 field season.

Methodology is outlined within Section 4.3.1 and results are summarized in

Section 5.2.1 (following Section 5.2.1.7).

Cliff Swallows were found nesting on the University Bridge at Site 4. Nesting

by SAR bird species was not observed. Based on 2017 observations and the

preliminary alternatives evaluated in this EIS, direct impacts to Barn

Swallows and their nesting habitat are not anticipated. However, due to the

long implementation phase of this project, WSP has recommended that

additional surveys be completed prior to alteration or construction to verify

occupancy by at-risk species to ensure that appropriate measures under the

ESA are taken.

Surveys were completed to identify the presence of suitable uncapped

chimneys in areas along the RT corridors where the proposed infrastructure

extends beyond the ROW into private lots. Expropriation and demolition of

buildings may impact Chimney Swift nesting habitat where suitable chimneys

are present. WSP has recommended that additional surveys be completed at

detailed design to confirm presence/absence if demolition is to occur at

properties with suitable chimneys.

Potential impacts and recommended mitigation measures for SAR species are

provided in Appendix G, along with requirements for additional work or

consultation, as anticipated.

Consultation with the MNRF will be necessary to determine future

requirements for these species.

Sections 4.3.1, 5.2.1

(Species at Risk

Surveys subsection)

Section 8.2

Appendix G

# COMMENT RESPONSE

REPORT

LOCATION

4 Why is EIS for Mud Creek SWM EA not

included? CH2M has worked on this and the ESR

is about to be placed on the Public Record. This is

a project of the City’s Stormwater Management

group.

The final Environmental Study Report for the Mud Creek Stormwater

Management EA was obtained and reviewed. Relevant information was

included in the existing conditions sections of the EIS report, where Site 1 was

discussed.

A meeting was held with CH2M staff and the RT project team on November

27, 2017 to better understand the timing of the works under both projects, and

the anticipated environment that would be present at the time the RT works

are undertaken (2025 to 2028). The discussion at this meeting informed the

impact assessment, mitigation and net effects discussion for Site 1.

Existing Conditions

(Sections 5.1.3,

5.2.1.1, 5.2.2.1,

5.2.3.1, and 5.3.1)

Sections 7.1 and

8.2.1

Appendix G

5 Information re Site 5 should be provided to SWM

unit (Doug Law) for the SWM project (EA) they

are working on in Watson Park. (Wellington at

the River). The PIC #1 was held recently.

Noted. Unclear if RT Project data has been shared. n/a

6 How far into the Ponds? Site 6, SWT ecosite.

Any impacts that cannot be avoided should have

compensatory mitigation as per OP Policy 15.3.3

The full extent of the impacts on the Westminster Ponds ESA / PSW / ANSI

will be determined at detailed design. The alternative presented and evaluated

for the purpose of the EIS is considered preliminary and is subject to change.

Within the southern portion of the site, adjacent to the Dry-Fresh Deciduous

Woodland (WODM4) and Cattail Mineral Shallow Marsh (MASM1-1) which

is part of the PSW, the infrastructure is located within the ROW; but to the

north, adjacent to the Buckthorn Deciduous Shrub Thicket (THDM2-8)

portions of the multi-use trail encroach into the ROW. Grading is required to

achieve a suitable cross-section and encroachment is most significant within

the southern portion of the Site (Figure 33). Efforts were made to reduce

encroachment into the natural area; however, encroachment could not be

completely avoided.

Mitigation in the form of habitat replacement at greater than one-for-one land

area will be required for the loss of wetland and woodland habitats within the

ESA. Further, due to the significance of this area, additional compensation has

been recommended to offset impacts to the function of this natural area.

Further detail is provided in the EIS.

Sections 8.2.6, 8.4,

9.0

Items 4 and 6,

Appendix G


7 a) Were any new fish or mussel surveys done? b) Some should be underway soon for the One

River EA. It may be too late for any Medway surveys.

c) Threatened fish in Medway near sites 3 and 4 (Black Redhorse, Silver Shiner) Wavy-rayed Lampmussel at Sites 2, 3, 4 and 5.

a) Passive mussel searches were completed in September 2017 at those sites where potential in-water works were anticipated (Sites 3 and 5) to confirm potential presence of SAR mussels within the anticipated impact areas. Searches could not be completed at Site 4 as water levels were too high. Passive searches were not conducted on those sites where in-water works were not anticipated to eliminate any un-necessary disturbance to SAR mussels potentially in the area of the road crossings. Searches were completed at Site 7 even though in-water works were not anticipated as access was easy and there have not been any searches previously carried out by other agencies to WSP’s knowledge. Fish community sampling was also completed at Site 7.

b) Available data from the One River project was reviewed and included in the EIS; however, it only contained data for fish sampling.

c) SAR fish species and Wavy-rayed Lampmussel have been included for consideration at specific sites based on consultation with the DFO and MNRF.

a) Sections 4.4.2, 5.3.3, 5.3.5, and 5.3.6

b) Section 5.3.2 and Appendix E

c) Section 8 and Appendix G

8 Northern Map and Spiny Softshell turtles were photographed by a citizen photographer in 2013 in the stretch between Western Road and west to just past the bridge opposite the entrance to Windermere Manor off Windermere Road (western edge of Site 3A/3B). The spiny softshell was on a rock just west of that second bridge on the north side. A photo with both turtles was taken about 2/3 of the way westward between the two bridges (outside the study area). According to the photographer, there were there most of the summer. (see thread at the end of this page showing the communication with the City, Dillon Consulting and the species at Risk biologist at the UTRCA.

Thank you for the additional data. Through continued consultation with MNRF and UTRCA, the presence of Northern Map Turtle, Spiny Softshell and Snapping Turtle has been considered as part of the impact assessment. All three species are thought to occur at Sites 2, 3, 4 and 5.

Section 8.2 and Appendix G


9 Changes to ELC. Section 5.1.3.7 of the SLSR notes a change to the forested polygon along Wellington Road from CUT to WODM4-4. The City should update its records and Management Zone information for this section of the Ponds. Mixed dry woodlands do not even appear on the 2006 list prepared by Bergsma and DeYoung. Does this mean it is a locally unusual ecosite for London?

Further assessment of the ELC polygons at Site 6 were completed during 2017. These new polygons and vegetation communities/ecosites are shown on Figure 24.The WODM4-4 unit was reverted to WODM4 – Dry-Fresh Deciduous Woodland. The northern portion of the unit was identified as THDM2-8 – Buckthorn Deciduous Shrub Thicket. Descriptions and rationale for newly assigned codes are provided in the EIS (Section 5.1.3). ELC field sheets are provided in Appendix D.

Figure 24 Sections 5.1.1 and 5.1.3 Appendix D

10 6.5.3 AQUATIC SAR AND SCC HABITAT POTENTIAL The reaches of the Thames and North Thames Rivers in the Study Area have been designated by Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) as “under consideration for listing” for protection under the Species at Risk Act (SARA) (Conservation Ontario, 2014). The fish species considered for protection in these reaches include Pugnose Minnow and Silver Shiner. Silver Shiner is also listed under the Ontario SARO list. Mussel habitat is also found within the Thames River, including at the crossing on Wellington Road (Figure 11). Note that along the reach in the Study Area, only areas that meet the criteria for critical habitat are protected.

The reason for listing this section of the report within the comment document was unclear. As part of the EIS, continued consultation with MNRF and DFO was completed to better understand the species and critical habitats that are to be considered at each site. This information is touched on in Section 5.3 (Aquatic Habitat) and summarized in Section 6.5.2 (Aquatic Species at Risk). Potential impacts and recommended mitigation for each species is provided in Appendix G, along with requirements for additional work / consultation, as anticipated.

Sections 5.3, 6.5.2, and 8.2 Appendix G


11 Confirmed SWH habitat is present along the North Thames River within the vicinity of Site 4 and within the South Thames River at Site 5 (Figure 26). The North and South Thames Rivers possess suitable soft and muddy substrate. Further, numerous turtles, including Northern Map Turtle, Spiny Softshell (current study) and Snapping Turtle (NRSI, 2013b) were identified during the field surveys.

The reason for listing this section of the report within the comment document was unclear. Significant Wildlife Habitat within the Study Area is discussed in Section 6.6 of the EIS. Turtle Nesting Areas have been identified at or near Sites 2, 4 and 5, but have the potential to occur at all sites if suitable conditions are created. Turtle Wintering Areas are thought to occur within the vicinity of Sites 4 and 5, although specific brumation sites have not been identified. Potential for overwintering also exists at other sites where water levels and substrates are appropriate. Continued consultation with regulatory agencies at detailed design will be necessary to ensure the most current information is considered.

Section 6.6 and 8.2 Items 30 and 31, Appendix G

APPENDIX

B AGENCY CORRESPONDENCE

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Fitzpatrick, Erin

From: Michael Lunau <[email protected]>

Sent: Monday, December 11, 2017 12:32 PM

To: Fitzpatrick, Erin; Greg Thorn

Subject: RE: Butternut trees on campus

Hi Erin, One of the Butternuts between the tennis bubble and the rink has actually been assessed by a Butternut assessor earlier

this year. I do not have the report in hand but can try and dig it up at some point. We were considering removal but

have chosen to take a monitoring approach at this point. Greg, thanks for looping me in on this. Mike

From: Fitzpatrick, Erin [mailto:[email protected]]

Sent: Monday, December 11, 2017 11:52 AM To: Greg Thorn

Cc: Michael Lunau

Subject: RE: Butternut trees on campus Hello Dr. Thorn, Thank you for speaking with me today. I will make a note that you and Mike Lunau be informed if it appears that impacts

to either Kentucky Coffeetrees or Butternuts on campus are likely to occur. As mentioned, we are still at conceptual

design phases, and the more detailed plans for this area are likely years in the making. To confirm the content of our discussion concerning the Butternuts on Lambton Drive adjacent to the tennis complex,

you felt that it was likely that the two trees likely represent naturally occurring specimens, based on noted occurrences

of the species within the adjacent floodplain forest. Official records that may verify the origin of the two trees are not

contained in the Sherwood Fox Arboretum records. You also noted that both trees are affected by Butternut canker, but

their condition has not been checked recently. Please let me know if you feel there are any errors or omissions in my brief summary. Thanks again for your assistance. Kind Regards, Erin Erin Fitzpatrick, M.Sc.

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From: R Greg Thorn [mailto:[email protected]]

Sent: Monday, December 11, 2017 11:36 AM

To: Fitzpatrick, Erin <[email protected]>

Cc: Michael Lunau <[email protected]>

Subject: Butternut trees on campus Dear Erin: It was interesting speaking with you today about rapid transit plans for campus that - or might not - impact butternuts and

kentucky coffee trees here. If plans might affect them, please keep me and Mike Lunau (Manager, Landscape Services, cc’ed)

informed. Cheers, Greg Thorn Dr. R. Greg Thorn

Associate Professor, Department of Biology

Curator, UWO Herbarium

University of Western Ontario

1151 Richmond Street North

London, ON N6A 5B7

t. 519-661-2111 x88647 f. 519-661-3935

e. [email protected]

http://publish.uwo.ca/~rgthorn

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Fitzpatrick, Erin

From: LeBrun, Kim

Sent: Wednesday, November 22, 2017 1:57 PM

To: FPP.CA / PPP.CA (DFO/MPO)

Cc: Fitzpatrick, Erin

Subject: RE: General Inquiry Regarding SAR Potential in London Area

Follow Up Flag: Follow up

Flag Status: Flagged

Perfect, thanks for the clarification and the quick response to my inquiry. I appreciate your help!

Kim LeBrun

Senior Ecologist - Fisheries Ecology & Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) - Ecology

From: FPP.CA / PPP.CA (DFO/MPO) [mailto:[email protected]]

Sent: Wednesday, November 22, 2017 1:39 PM

To: LeBrun, Kim <[email protected]>


Kim,

The species of most concern along Medway creek are silver shiner and wavy-rayed lampmussel. The others occur

downstream along the Thames.

Michael

From: LeBrun, Kim [mailto:[email protected]]

Sent: November-22-17 1:16 PM To: FPP.CA / PPP.CA (DFO/MPO)


Michael,

Thank you for this information. Just to confirm, these species should be considered as potentially present at all locations

on the Thames, is that also the case for Medway creek too?

Kim

Kim LeBrun

Senior Ecologist - Fisheries

Ecology & Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) - Ecology

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From: FPP.CA / PPP.CA (DFO/MPO) [mailto:[email protected]]

Sent: Wednesday, November 22, 2017 11:52 AM

To: LeBrun, Kim <[email protected]>


Hi Kim,

Thank you for contacting the Fisheries Protection program. I have made a list of the sensitive species in the area that you

should include in your assessment.

- Rainbow (mussel)

- Round Pigtoe (mussel)

- Rayed Bean (mussel)

- Wavy rayed lampmussel

- Spotted Sucker

- Silver Shiner

- Northern Brook Lamprey

The area is mapped as critical habitat for Round Pigtoe.

Hopefully this helps.

Regards,

Michael Bedford

Fisheries Protection Biologist | Biologiste, protection des pêches

Fisheries Protection Program | Programme de Protection des Pêches Central and Arctic Region | Région du Centre et de l'Arctique Fisheries and Oceans Canada | 867 Lakeshore Road, Burlington ON L7S 1A1 Pêches et Océans Canada | 867, ch. Lakeshore, Burlington ON L7S 1A1 Government of Canada | Gouvernement du Canada

From: LeBrun, Kim [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: November-21-17 9:46 PM

To: FPP.CA / PPP.CA (DFO/MPO)

Cc: Fitzpatrick, Erin Subject: General Inquiry Regarding SAR Potential in London Area

Hello,

I am currently working on an Environmental Assessment (EA) project for the London area and have been reviewing your

SAR Distribution mapping (Maps 20 and 21) for potential species at risk to be considered during the design process. I am

hoping that you can confirm for me the list of potential species that we should be considering for our four watercourse

crossing locations, and if possible any potential SARA issues we may need to consider as we move forward.

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I have attached a google image (and kmz file) of the four areas in questions (labelled Sites, 2, 3, 4 and 5). I note that a

portion of the mapping within our area of concern also indicates potential critical habitat for a list of species. Can you

please confirm what species the mapping is representing in our area?

Site 2 – North Thames River at Queen Street in London (Lat 42.9823, Long -81.2567)

Appears to be coloured for critical habitat within this portion of the Thames River. We know that Wavy-rayed

Lampmussel are in the area generally but can you confirm what other species should be considered in this location and

confirm what the critical habitat is for?

Site 3 – Medway Creek at Western Road Crossing (Lat 43.0146, Long -81.2766)

Appears to be coloured Green on the mapping. We were able to confirm Wavy-rayed lampmussel at this location based

on passive searched completed this year. What other potential species should we be considering in this area? The table

suggests the potential for Grass Pickerel, N. Brook Lamprey, Pugnose Minnow, River Redhorse and/or Spotted Sucker.

Site 4 – North Thames Crossing at University Drive (Lat 43.0076, Long -81.2680)

Appears to be coloured Green on the mapping. We are aware of records of Wavy-rayed Lampmussel in the general

vicinity of the crossing. Is this what the colour is coded for at this location and are there additional species we should be

including in our assessment?

Site 5 – Thames River at Wellington Road (Lat 42.9741, Long -81.2396)

Appears to be coloured for critical habitat within this portion of the Thames River. Can you please confirm for which

species the critical habitat potential has been identified for, and which other species we should include in our

assessment here. I believe we have records of Wavy-rayed in the general area as well.

I appreciate your help and information. Please let me know if you need any additional information from me to process

this request.

Sincerely,

Kim

Kim LeBrun

Senior Ecologist - Fisheries

Ecology & Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) – Ecology

T+ 1 519-904-1767

582 Lancaster Street West Kitchener, Ontario, N2K 1M3, Canada

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Fitzpatrick, Erin

From: ESA-Aylmer (MNRF) <[email protected]>

Sent: Thursday, July 27, 2017 10:22 AM

To: Fitzpatrick, Erin

Cc: MNRF Ayl Planners (MNRF)

Subject: RE: London RT SAR Concerns

Follow Up Flag: Follow up

Flag Status: Flagged

Hi Erin, If you have any questions related to species at risk or requirements under the Endangered Species Act etc., it is likely best to send them to this email ([email protected]), but Claire via [email protected] should be included in correspondence by cc since she is the planner on the file. Site 7 was included in the review of the 7 Line route, so the SAR listed for that line should also be considered for that site. Fisheries or thermal data was not available for Site 7. I apologize, I should have included Site 7 under the Thermal Regime heading, but I must have missed it. Thanks, Kathryn Markham Management Biologist Aylmer District, Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry


Sent: July 26, 2017 7:55 PM To: ESA-Aylmer (MNRF)

Cc: MNRF Ayl Planners (MNRF)


Hi Kathryn,

Thank you very much for the thorough review. It is greatly appreciated! If we have any questions after reviewing

everything in detail, is it best for us to follow-up with Claire Paller?

At a quick glance, it looks like there isn’t any information on the extension to the south end of the study area that we

have called Site 7 – the Exeter Road site by the OPP Station. Is that likely to follow separately? Claire had mentioned that

we may get everything all at once, so just wanted to double check.

Thanks again.

Kind Regards,

Erin

Erin Fitzpatrick, M.Sc.

T +1 905-750-3080 #16322

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From: ESA-Aylmer (MNRF) [mailto:[email protected]]

Sent: Wednesday, July 26, 2017 2:37 PM

To: Fitzpatrick, Erin <[email protected]>

Cc: MNRF Ayl Planners (MNRF) <[email protected]>


Hello Erin, The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) Aylmer District has completed an information request for the rapid transit project in the City of London and would like to provide the following information. Species at Risk (SAR): The Species at Risk in Ontario (SARO) List (http://www.ontario.ca/environment-and-energy/species-risk-ontario-list) is Ontario Regulation 230/08 issued under the Endangered Species Act, 2007 (ESA). The ESA came into force on June 30, 2008, and provides both species protection (section 9) and habitat protection (section 10) to species listed as endangered or threatened on the SARO List. The current SARO List can be found on e-laws (http://www.e-laws.gov.on.ca/navigation?file=home&lang=en). 7 Line Route There are no known occurrences of SAR within the road ROW for the 7 line route, however, there are known occurrences of SAR in the general area of the 7 line route with potential to occur within the project area, including:

� American Chestnut – END, species and regulated habitat protection � Butternut – END, species and general habitat protection � Eastern Flowering Dogwood – END, species and regulated habitat protection � Spiny Softshell – END, species and general habitat protection � Barn Swallow – THR, species and general habitat protection � Chimney Swift – THR, species and general habitat protection � Eastern Meadowlark – THR, species and general habitat protection � Aquatic species at risk, including Silver Shiner (THR with species and general habitat protection), Black

Redhorse (THR with species and general habitat protection), Rayed Bean (END with species and general habitat protection) and Wavy-rayed Lampmussel (THR with species and regulated habitat protection)

o Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada should be contacted regarding fish and mussel SAR

Site 2

− There are known occurrences for Spiny Softshell (END), Northern Map Turtle (SC) and Snapping Turtle (SC) in the immediate area of this site. In addition, aquatic species at risk are known to occur in the watercourse associated with this crossing, based on DFO mapping. MNRF recommends that DFO be contacted regarding critical habitat for aquatic species at risk and potential authorization under the federal Species at Risk Act.

Site 5

− Aquatic species at risk are known to occur in the watercourse associated with this crossing, based on DFO mapping. MNRF recommends that DFO be contacted regarding critical habitat for aquatic species at risk and potential authorization under the federal Species at Risk Act.

L Line Route

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There are no known occurrences of SAR within the road ROW for the L line route; however, there are known occurrences of SAR in the general area of the L line route with potential to occur within the project area, including:

− American Badger – END, species and regulated habitat protection − Butternut – END, species and general habitat protection − Cucumber Tree – END, species and general habitat protection − Queensnake – END, species and regulated habitat protection − Spiny Softshell – END, species and general habitat protection − Barn Swallow – THR, species and general habitat protection − Chimney Swift – THR, species and general habitat protection − False Rue Anemone – THR, species and general habitat protection − Aquatic species at risk, including Silver Shiner (THR with species and general habitat protection) and

Wavy-rayed Lampmussel (THR with species and regulated habitat protection) o Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada should be contacted regarding fish and mussel

SAR Site 3 and 4

− There are known occurrences for Spiny Softshell (END), Queensnake (END), Northern Map Turtle (SC) and Snapping Turtle (SC) in the immediate area of these sites. In addition, aquatic species at risk are known to occur in the watercourses associated with these crossings, based on DFO mapping. MNRF recommends that DFO be contacted regarding critical habitat for aquatic species at risk and potential authorization under the federal Species at Risk Act.

Please note that this is an initial screening for SAR and the absence of an element occurrence does not indicate the absence of species. The province has not been surveyed comprehensively for the presence or absence of SAR and MNRF data relies on observers to report sightings of SAR. Field assessments by a qualified professional may be necessary if there is a high likelihood for SAR species and/or habitat to occur within the project footprint. It is important to note the following:

• Changes may occur in both species and habitat protection which could affect whether proposed projects may have adverse effects on SAR.

• The Committee on the Status of Species at Risk in Ontario (COSSARO) meets regularly to evaluate new species for listing and/or re-evaluate species already on the SARO List. As a result, species designations may change, which could in turn change the level of protection they receive under the ESA 2007.

• Habitat protection provisions for a species may change if a species-specific habitat regulation comes into effect.

Barn Swallow, Chimney Swift and Cliff Swallow

− Given the timelines of the project, MNRF suggests that detailed surveys to determine presence of nests/breeding activity be completed as close to the proposed project start date as possible.

− Impacts to structures that are habitat for Barn Swallow and Chimney Swift may be eligible for the online registry process. More information on altering structures that are Barn Swallow and/or Chimney Swift habitat can be found at:

o Barn Swallow – https://www.ontario.ca/page/alter-structure-habitat-barn-swallow o Chimney Swift – https://www.ontario.ca/page/alter-chimney-habitat-chimney-swift

− Section 9 of the ESA (prohibiting kill, harm, harassment of SAR individuals) still applies if work is proposed on structures that provide habitat to Barn Swallow and/or Chimney Swift but impacts to the nest/roost are to be avoided. In these scenarios, mitigation measures, such as timing of work, would be required to avoid impacts to SAR and remain in compliance with the ESA 2007.

− Cliff Swallow is not currently protected under the ESA 2007. However, Cliff Swallow, Barn Swallow and Chimney Swift are all protected under the Migratory Birds Convention Act, 1994.

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Significant Wildlife Habitat (SWH): Significant wildlife habitat (SWH) may be present on or adjacent to the above-noted subject lands (within 120 m). Please consult the Significant Wildlife Habitat Technical Guide (SWHTG, OMNR 2000), the Natural Heritage Reference Manual (NHRM) and the Ecoregion Criteria Schedules for criteria on identifying and determining significance of wildlife habitat. SWH is identified by planning authorities using the criteria and processes recommended in the SWHTG and Ecoregion Criteria Schedules. Link to the SWHTG: https://www.ontario.ca/environment-and-energy/guide-significant-wildlife-habitat Link to Ecoregion 7E criteria schedule: http://publicdocs.mnr.gov.on.ca/View.asp?Document_ID=21843&Attachment_ID=45645 MNRF completed a screening for S1-S3, SH and special concern species and the following have known occurrences in the general area of the 7 line route:

− Broad Beech Fern (SC) − Snapping Turtle (SC) − Northern Map Turtle (SC) − Peregrine Falcon (SC) − Slender Bluet (S1) − White-eyed Vireo (S2B) − Eastern Amberwing (S3) − Milksnake (S3)

MNRF completed a screening for S1-S3, SH and special concern species and the following have known occurrences in the general area of the L line route:

� Eastern Wood-pewee (SC) � Green Dragon (SC) � Northern Map Turtle (SC) � Peregrine Falcon (SC) � Snapping Turtle (SC) � Milksnake (S3) � Striped Cream Violet (S3)

The habitat of provincially rare (S1-S3, SH) and Special Concern species is considered SWH under the category of ‘Special Concern and Rare Wildlife Species’ in the SWHTG Ecoregion Criteria Schedules. Therefore, consideration should be given to these species and whether their habitat occurs on or within 120 m of the subject lands. In-water Work Timing Windows:

− In general, in-water work is restricted between March 15th and July 15th. The In-water Work Timing Window Guidelines can be found at https://dr6j45jk9xcmk.cloudfront.net/documents/2579/stdprod-109170.pdf.

Natural Heritage Feature Data:

− Information on natural heritage features under the responsibility of MNRF (Provincially Significant Wetlands and ANSIs) is available online through Land Information Ontario and the Make a Map: Natural Heritage Area function.

Fish and Mussel Community Data: *please see SAR information for additional aquatic SAR occurrences at these sites. Site 1

− Brook Stickleback − Central Stoneroller − Creek Chub

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− Fathead Minnow − Spotfin Shiner − White Sucker

Site 2

− Common Shiner − Elktoe − Flutedshell − Fragile Papershell − Johnny Darter − Mucket − Northern Hog Sucker − Pink Heelsplitter − Plain Pocketbook − Rainbow Darter − Rock Bass − Smallmouth Bass − Wabash Pigtoe − Wavy-rayed Lampmussel − Walleye − White Heelsplitter − White Sucker − Yellow Bullhead

Site 3

− Black Redhorse − Blacknose Dace − Blackside Darter − Bluegill − Bluntnose Minnow − Brook Stickleback − Central Stoneroller − Common Carp − Common Shiner − Fantail Darter − Fathead Minnow − Golden Redhorse − Greenside Darter − Hornyhead Chub − Johnny Darter − Largemouth Bass − Logperch − Longnose Dace − Longnose Gar − Mimic Shiner − Northern Hog Sucker − Quillback − Rainbow Darter − River Chub − Rock Bass − Rosyface Shiner − Shorthead Redhorse

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− Silver Redhorse − Silver Shiner − Smallmouth Bass − Spotfin Shiner − Stonecat − Striped Shiner − Walleye − White Sucker

Site 4

− Blackside Darter − Bluegill − Bluntnose Minnow − Central Stoneroller − Common Carp − Common Shiner − Fantail Darter − Golden Redhorse − Greater Redhorse − Greenside Darter − Johnny Darter − Logperch − Longnose Dace − Longnose Gar − Mimic Shiner − Northern Hog Sucker − Quillback − Rainbow Darter − River Chub − Rock Bass − Rosyface Shiner − Shorthead Redhorse − Silver Redhorse − Silver Shiner − Smallmouth Bass − Spotfin Shiner − Stonecat − Striped Shiner − Walleye − White Sucker

Site 5

− Blackside Darter − Bluntnose Minnow − Central Stoneroller − Common Carp − Common Shiner − Greenside Darter − Hornyhead Chub − Logperch − Mimic Shiner − Northern Hog Sucker

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− Rock Bass − Rosyface Shiner − Silver Shiner − Smallmouth Bass − Spotfin Shiner − Stonecat − Striped Shiner − White Sucker

Site 6

− Black Crappie − Bluegill − Largemouth Bass − Pumpkinseed

Thermal Regime:

Site 1, 2, 4, 6

− Information not available

Site 3

− Medway Creek is identified as cold water at this site.

Site 5

− Thames River is identified as warm water at this site.

Flow Regimes:

− Information not available.

Fisheries Management Plan:

− Information not available.

Water Quality Data:

− Water quality data does not fall under MNRF’s mandate. The local conservation authority and/or the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MOECC) are likely better able to provide this information.

Regards, Kathryn Markham Management Biologist Aylmer District, Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry


Sent: May-08-17 11:11 AM To: Paller, Claire (MNRF)

Cc: LeBrun, Kim Subject: London RT SAR Concerns

Hello Claire,

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As a follow-up to our EIS Scoping meeting on April 10th for the London Rapid Transit project, I wanted to email you about

some additional data requests. Michelle Fletchers name came up as a potential SAR contact – would you be involving

her or a different biologist on the file?

As there is potential for in-water works at several of the crossings, we were hoping to obtain the following information

to help inform our impact assessment and recommendations for the design team as we move forward:

• Critical habitat for SAR within our study area (fish, mussels and turtles)

• Recent fish and mussel sample data, where available

• Permissible in-water works timing windows

I would also like to discuss how best to address concerns with respect to Barn Swallows and Cliff Swallows that may be

nesting on the underside of bridges. The extent to which the bridges will be altered has not yet been determined, and in

most cases the work is unlikely to commence in the next year or so. There is a ten year time frame for implementation,

but it is unclear at this stage the sequence of the work and which bridges will be under construction and when. For this

reason, we would like to make some general recommendations within the EIS, but with the understanding that

additional work will be required for permitting at the detailed design phase. At the very least, we will document whether

nests are present, but I am not sure if completing detailed surveys to determine occupancy is worthwhile at this stage.

The same applies to potential Chimney Swift nesting structures within residential properties (or others) along the route

that may need to be appropriated to permit road widening.

Please let me know if you have some time to discuss the project and these specific concerns.

Thank you,

Erin


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Fitzpatrick, Erin

From: Scott Gillingwater <[email protected]>

Sent: Thursday, June 29, 2017 11:00 AM


Subject: Re: FW: London Rapid Transit - extension to include new site on Exeter Road

Hi Erin,

outside of NHIC data that you likely have access to, I don't have any additional information for SAR reptiles near the OPP

building. Our Aquatic Biologist, Michelle Fletcher, oversees Fisheries and Benthic data, though the planning department

will generally let Michelle or I know if they need additional information. I'll send a reminder to Mark and Christine.

Kind regards,

Scott

>>> "Fitzpatrick, Erin" <[email protected]> 20/06/2017 11:52 AM >>>

Hello Scott,

The study area for the London RT project has been extended to include a parcel of land near the OPP building east of

Wellington Street, between Exeter Road and the 401 (please refer to the attached figures for additional information).

The Murray Drain, a tributary of Dingman Creek wraps around the southern edge of the study area, and the site is, for

the most part, located within the UTRCA regulated area / maximum hazard line as delineated on Schedules B-1 and B-2

of the London OP.

Do you have any data on the area that you could share with us? I sent an email to Christine Creighton and Mark

Snowsell (below) to request input from a planning perspective, but have not yet received a response. Is Christine the

best point of contact for fisheries and benthic data, or would you recommend someone else?

Thanks,

Erin


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From: Fitzpatrick, Erin

Sent: Friday, June 16, 2017 2:21 PM

To: 'Christine Creighton' <[email protected]>

Subject: RE: London Rapid Transit - extension to include new site on Exeter Road

Importance: High

Hi Christine,

This email provides some additional information regarding the proposed park ‘n ride lot and bus turnaround on the

lands described in my recent voicemail. The lands in question are located at the site of the OPP office on the east side

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of Wellington Street, between Exeter Road and the 401 (please refer to the attached figures for additional

information).

The Murray Drain, a tributary of Dingman Creek wraps around the southern edge of the study area, and the site is, for

the most part, located within the UTRCA regulated area / maximum hazard line as delineated on Schedules B-1 and B-2

of the London OP. For development within a regulated area, we are aware that a permit under Section 28 of Ontario

Regulation 157/06 will be required, and would like to have a better understanding of the study requirements, likely

constraints on development, and your thoughts in general.

I would also like to submit a formal request for information on natural heritage features, floodplain mapping, fisheries

and benthic data, and other relevant information that would be helpful in our review of the site as part of the larger EIS

for the Rapid Transit EA. I will approach Scott Gillingwater for information pertaining to species at risk, but am not sure

of the best avenue for obtaining the other information. Kindly advise.

As mentioned in my message, we are deploying field crews to this site as early as next week and would like to have a

better understanding of the likelihood of development in this area for the purpose described. I would greatly

appreciate an opportunity to speak with you, or perhaps your thoughts over email, at your earliest convenience.

If I can provide additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Kind Regards,

Erin


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APPENDIX

C FIELD PROGRAM SPECIES LISTS

Appendix C - Avifauna Observations During 2016/2017 WSP Breeding Bird Surveys by Site

FAMILY COMMON NAME SCIENTIFIC NAME GRANK SRANK COSEWIC SARO BREEDING

Corvidae American Crow Corvus brachyrhynchos G5 S5B - - POSS

Fringillidae American Goldfinch Carduelis tristis G5 S5B - - PROB

Parulidae American Redstart Setophaga ruticilla G5 S5B - - PROB

Turdidae American Robin Turdus migratorius G5 S5B - - PROB

Icteridae Baltimore Oriole Icterus galbula G5 S4B - - PROB

Corvidae Blue Jay Cyanocitta cristata G5 S5 - - PROB

Icteridae Brown-headed Cowbird Molothrus ater G5 S4B - - POSS

Anatidae Canada Goose Branta canadensis G5 S5 - - NONE

Bombycillidae Cedar Waxwing Bombycilla cedrorum G5 S5B - - POSS

Emberizidae Chipping Sparrow Spizella passerina G5 S5B - - PROB

Icteridae Common Grackle Quiscalus quiscula G5 S5B - - PROB

Picidae Downy Woodpecker Picoides pubescens G5 S5 - - PROB

Tyrannidae Eastern Phoebe Sayornis phoebe G5 S5B - - PROB

Tyrannidae Eastern Wood-Pewee Contopus virens G5 S4B SC SC PROB

Sturnidae European Starling Sturnus vulgaris G5 SNA - - POSS

Mimidae Gray Catbird Dumetella carolinensis G5 S4B - - PROB

Ardeidae Great Blue Heron Ardea herodias G5 S5 - - NONE

Tyrannidae Great Crested Flycatcher Myiarchus crinitus G5 S4B - - PROB

Fringillidae House Finch Haemorhous mexicanus G5 SNA - - POSS

Passeridae House Sparrow Passer domesticus G5 SNA - - POSS

Troglodytidae House Wren Troglodytes aedon G5 S5B - - PROB

Anatidae Mallard Anas platyrhynchos G5 S5 - - NONE

Columbidae Mourning Dove Zenaida macroura G5 S5 - - PROB

Cardinalidae Northern Cardinal Cardinalis cardinalis G5 S5 - - PROB

Mimidae Northern Mockingbird Mimus polyglottos G5 S4 - - POSS

Picidae Red-bellied Woodpecker Melanerpes carolinus G5 S4 - - POSS

Vireonidae Red-eyed Vireo Vireo olivaceus G5 S5B - - PROB

Accipitridae Red-tailed Hawk Buteo jamaicensis G5 S5 - - NONE

Icteridae Red-winged Blackbird Agelaius phoeniceus G5 S4 - - POSS

Laridae Ring-billed Gull Larus delawarensis G5 S5B, S4N - - NONE

Columbidae Rock Pigeon Columba livia G5 SNA - - NONE

Emberizidae Song Sparrow Melospiza melodia G5 S5B - - PROB

Hirundinidae Tree Swallow Tachycineta bicolor G5 S5B - - POSS

Cathartidae Turkey Vulture Cathartes aura G5 S5B - - NONE

Vireonidae Warbling Vireo Vireo gilvus G5 S5B - - PROB

Sittidae White-breasted Nuthatch Sitta carolinensis G5 S5 - - PROB

Parulidae Yellow Warbler Setophaga petechia G5 S5B - - PROB

Corvidae American Crow Corvus brachyrhynchos G5 S5B - - NONE



Cerylidae Belted Kingfisher Megaceryle alcyon G5 S4B - - POSS

Corvidae Blue Jay Cyanocitta cristata G5 S5 - - POSS





Hirundinidae Cliff Swallow Petrochelidon pyrrhonota G5 S4B - - POSS








Columbidae Mourning Dove Zenaida macroura G5 S5 - - POSS

Cardinalidae Northern Cardinal Cardinalis cardinalis G5 S5 - - POSS



Columbidae Rock Pigeon Columba livia G5 SNA - - POSS

Emberizidae Song Sparrow Melospiza melodia G5 S5B - - CONF

Scolopacidae Spotted Sandpiper Actitis macularius G5 S5 - - PROB



Parulidae Yellow Warbler Setophaga petechia G5 S5B - - CONF





Paridae Black-capped Chickadee Poecile atricapillus G5 S5 - - CONF





Apodidae Chimney Swift Chaetura pelagica G5 S4B, S4N THR THR NONE



Picidae Downy Woodpecker Picoides pubescens G5 S5 - - POSS

Tyrannidae Eastern Phoebe Sayornis phoebe G5 S5B - - POSS




Passeridae House Sparrow Passer domesticus G5 SNA - - PROB










Site 1

Site 2

Site 3A - Crossing of Medway Creek at Western Road







Icteridae Baltimore Oriole Icterus galbula G5 S4B - - PROB

Paridae Black-capped Chickadee Poecile atricapillus G5 S5 - - PROB


Polioptilidae Blue-gray Gnatcatcher Polioptila caerulea G5 S4B - - POSS






Tyrannidae Eastern Kingbird Tyrannus tyrannus G5 S4B - - POSS

Tyrannidae Eastern Phoebe Sayornis phoebe G5 S5B - - PROB









Vireonidae Red-eyed Vireo Vireo olivaceus G5 S5B - - POSS







Sittidae White-breasted Nuthatch Sitta carolinensis G5 S5 - - POSS



Fringillidae American Goldfinch Carduelis tristis G5 S5B - - POSS


Icteridae Baltimore Oriole Icterus galbula G5 S4B - - CONF

Hirundinidae Barn Swallow Hirundo rustica G5 S4B THR THR POSS


Paridae Black-capped Chickadee Poecile atricapillus G5 S5 - - POSS



Troglodytidae Carolina Wren Thryothorus ludovicianus G5 S4 - - POSS


Apodidae Chimney Swift Chaetura pelagica G5 S4B, S4N THR THR NONE


Icteridae Common Grackle Quiscalus quiscula G5 S5B - - CONF


Mimidae Gray Catbird Dumetella carolinensis G5 S4B - - POSS




Columbidae Mourning Dove Zenaida macroura G5 S5 - - POSS












Icteridae Baltimore Oriole Icterus galbula G5 S4B - - POSS





Icteridae Brown-headed Cowbird Molothrus ater G5 S4B - - PROB

Anatidae Canada Goose Branta canadensis G5 S5 - - CONF




Parulidae Common Yellowthroat Geothlypis trichas G5 S5B - - POSS




Sturnidae European Starling Sturnus vulgaris G5 SNA - - PROB


Passeridae House Sparrow Passer domesticus G5 SNA - - PROB

Troglodytidae House Wren Troglodytes aedon G5 S5B - - CONF

Charadriidae Killdeer Charadrius vociferus G5 S5B, S5N - - PROB

Anatidae Mallard Anas platyrhynchos G5 S5 - - POSS



Picidae Northern Flicker Colaptes auratus G5 S4B - - POSS





Cardinalidae Rose-breasted Grosbeak Pheucticus ludovicianus G5 S4B - - PROB

Emberizidae Song Sparrow Melospiza melodia G5 S5B - - CONF

Scolopacidae Spotted Sandpiper Actitis macularius G5 S5 - - POSS

Hirundinidae Tree Swallow Tachycineta bicolor G5 S5B - - PROB


Sittidae White-breasted Nuthatch Sitta carolinensis G5 S5 - - PROB

Site 3B - Woodlands Along Western Road

Site 4

Site 5



Tyrannidae Willow Flycatcher Empidonax traillii G5 S5B - - POSS

Anatidae Wood Duck Aix sponsa G5 S5 - - NONE


Corvidae American Crow Corvus brachyrhynchos G5 S5B - - POSS



Turdidae American Robin Turdus migratorius G5 S5B - - CONF

Icteridae Baltimore Oriole Icterus galbula G5 S4B - - POSS

Hirundinidae Bank Swallow Riparia riparia G5 S4B THR THR NONE




Polioptilidae Blue-gray Gnatcatcher Polioptila caerulea G5 S4B - - POSS

Icteridae Brown-headed Cowbird Molothrus ater G5 S4B - - PROB

Anatidae Canada Goose Branta canadensis G5 S5 - - CONF




Parulidae Common Yellowthroat Geothlypis trichas G5 S5B - - PROB


Tyrannidae Eastern Wood-Pewee Contopus virens G5 S4B SC SC PROB

Sturnidae European Starling Sturnus vulgaris G5 SNA - - CONF




Ardeidae Green Heron Butorides virescens G5 S4B - - POSS

Fringillidae House Finch Haemorhous mexicanus G5 SNA - - PROB



Cardinalidae Indigo Bunting Passerina cyanea G5 S4B - - POSS

Anatidae Mallard Anas platyrhynchos G5 S5 - - CONF



Vireonidae Red-eyed Vireo Vireo olivaceus G5 S5B - - PROB

Icteridae Red-winged Blackbird Agelaius phoeniceus G5 S4 - - PROB



Cardinalidae Rose-breasted Grosbeak Pheucticus ludovicianus G5 S4B - - POSS


Scolopacidae Spotted Sandpiper Actitis macularius G5 S5 - - POSS

Emberizidae Swamp Sparrow Melospiza georgiana G5 S5B - - CONF




Sittidae White-breasted Nuthatch Sitta carolinensis G5 S5 - - POSS

Turdidae Wood Thrush Hylocichla mustelina G5 S4B THR SC PROB



Turdidae American Robin Turdus migratorius G5 S5B - - CONF

Scolopacidae American Woodcock Scolopax minor G5 S4B CONF


Bombycillidae Cedar Waxwing Bombycilla cedrorum G5 S5B - - PROB


Parulidae Common Yellowthroat Geothlypis trichas G5 S5B - - POSS

Icteridae Eastern Meadowlark Sturnella magna G5 S4B THR THR PROB


Sturnidae European Starling Sturnus vulgaris G5 SNA - - CONF


Charadriidae Killdeer Charadrius vociferus G5 S5B, S5N - - POSS

Anatidae Mallard Anas platyrhynchos G5 S5 - - POSS



Icteridae Red-winged Blackbird Agelaius phoeniceus G5 S4 - - CONF




Tyrannidae Willow Flycatcher Empidonax traillii G5 S5B - - POSS

Parulidae Yellow Warbler Setophaga petechia G5 S5B - - POSS

Note: For information regarding agency species ranks, refer to Appendix F.

Site 7

Site 6

Appendix C - Flora Species Observed During 2015/2016/2017 WSP Vegetation Field Surveys

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Indian Mallow Abutilon theophrasti Malvaceae 0 4 G? SE5 Ic I x xAmur Maple Acer ginnala Aceraceae * 5 GNR SNA I x xManitoba Maple Acer negundo Aceraceae 0 -2 G5 S5 N x x x x x xNorway Maple Acer platanoides Aceraceae * 5 GNR SNA Iu I x x x x x x x xRed Maple Acer rubrum Aceraceae 4 0 X G5 S5 C N x x x xSilver Maple Acer saccharinum Aceraceae 5 -3 X G5 S5 C N x x x x xSilver Maple Cultivar Acer saccharinum variety Aceraceae 5 -3 X G5 S5 x xSugar Maple Acer saccharum Aceraceae 4 3 G5 S5 C N x x x x x x xFreeman's Maple Acer X freemanii Aceraceae X GNA SNR N x x xCommon Yarrow Achillea millefolium ssp. Millefolium Asteraceae * 3 G5T5? SNA C I x x x xHorse Chestnut Aesculus hippocastanum Hippocastanaceae * 5 GNR SNA lr I x xWhite Snakeroot Ageratina altissima Asteraceae 5 3 X G5 S5 N x xAgrimony sp. Agrimonia sp. Rosaceae x xGarlic Mustard Alliaria petiolata Brassicaceae 0 0 G? SE5 I x x x x x xOnion Species Allium sp. Liliaceae x xCommon Ragweed Ambrosia artemisiifolia Asteraceae 0 3 G5 S5 C N x x x x xGiant Ragweed Ambrosia trifida Asteraceae 0 -1 G5 S5 C N x x x x xServiceberry Amelanchier sp. Rosaceae x x xBig Bluestem Andropogon gerardii Poaceae 7 1 G5 S4 C N x xCanada Anemone Anemone canadensis Ranunculaceae 3 -3 X G5 S5 C N x xTall Thimbleweed Anemone virginiana ssp. Virginiana Ranunculaceae 4 5 G5 S5 C N x xAngelica Angelica atropurpurea Apiaceae 6 -5 X G5 S5 C N x xClasping-leaf Dogbane Apocynum cannabinum Apocynaceae 3 0 G5 SNR C N x xCommon Burdock Arctium minus Asteraceae * 5 GNR SNA Ic I x x x x xJack-in-the-pulpit Arisaema triphyllum ssp triphyllum Araceae 5 -2 X G5T5 S5 C N x xPurple Milkweed Asclepias incarnata ssp incarnata Asclepiadaceae 6 -5 X G5T5 S5 C N x xCommon Milkweed Asclepias syriaca Asclepiadaceae 0 5 G5 S5 C N x x x x x xCultivated Oat Avena sativa Poaceae * 5 GNR SNA lr I x xJapanese Barberry Berberis thunbergii Berberidaceae 0 4 G? SE5 I I x xNodding Bur Marigold Bidens cernua Asteraceae 2 -5 X G5 S5 X N x x x x x xDevil's Beggar's Ticks Bidens frondosa Asteraceae 3 -3 X G5 S5 X N x x xFalse Nettle Boehmeria cylindrica Urticaeae 4 -5 X G5 S5 X N x x x xAwnless Brome Bromus inermis ssp inermis Poaceae * 5 GNR SNA lc I x x xHedge Bindweed Calystegia sepium ssp angulata Convolvulaceae 2 0 G5T5 SU X N x xFringed Sedge Carex crinita Cyperaceae 6 -4 X G5 S5 C N x xMeadow Sedge Carex granularis Cyperaceae 3 -4 X G5 S5 C N x x xPorcupine Sedge Carex hystericina Cyperaceae 5 -5 X G5 S5 C N x xStellate Sedge Carex radiata Cyperaceae 4 5 X G4 S5 C N x xPrickly Sedge Carex spicata Cyperaceae * 5 GNR SNA lc I x x xStalk-grain Sedge Carex stipata Cyperaceae 3 -5 X G5 S5 C N x xFox Sedge Carex vulpinoidea Cyperaceae 3 -5 X G5 S5 C N x xNorthern Catalpa Catalpa speciosa Bignoniaceae * 3 G4? SNA I x xHackberry Celtis occidentalis Ulmaceae 8 1 G5 S4 X N x x x x xKnapweed Species Centaurea sp. Asteraceae x xButtonbush Cephalanthus occidentalis Rubiaceae 7 -5 G5 S5 X N x xCommon Mouse-ear Chickweed Cerastium fontanum Caryophyllaceae * 3 GNR SNA lc I x xEastern Redbud Cercis canadensis Fabaceae 8 3 G5 SX lr N x x xChicory Cichorium intybus Asteraceae 0 5 G? SE5 Ic I x x x x xBulb Bearing Water Hemlock Cicuta bulbifera Apiaceae 5 -5 G5 S5 X N x xEnchanters Nightshade Circaea lutetiana Onagraceae 3 3 G5 S5 X N x x x x xCanada Thistle Cirsium arvense Asteraceae 0 3 G? SE5 Ic I x x x x

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Bull Thistle Cirsium vulgare Asteraceae 0 4 G5 SE5 I I x x x x xVirgins Bower Clematis virginiana Ranunculaceae 3 0 X G5 S5 C N x x xEuropean Lily-of-the-valley Convallaria majalis Liliaceae * 5 G5 SNA I x x Garden escapeField Bindweed Convolvulus arvensis Convolvulaceae * 5 GNR SNA I I x xTall Coreopsis Coreopsis tripteris Asteraceae 9 0 G5 S2 R2 N x xGrey Dogwood Cornus racemosa Cornaceae 2 -2 X G5 S5 X N x x x xRed Osier Dogwood Cornus sericea Cornaceae 2 -3 X G5 S5 C N x x x x x xSmoke-tree Cotinus coggygria Anacardiaceae GNR SNA I x x xDodder Cuscuta sp. Cuscutaceae x x xBlack Sallowwort Cynanchum louiseae Asclepiadaceae 0 5 G? SE5 I x xYellow Nutgrass Cyperus esculentus Cyperaceae 1 -3 X G5 S5 C N x xOrchard Grass Dactylis glomerata Poaceae * 3 GNR SNA lc I x xPoverty Oat-grass Danthonia spicata Poaceae 5 5 G5 S5 X N x xQueen Anne's Lace Daucus carota Apiaceae 0 5 G? SE5 Ic I x x x x x xTeasel Dipsacus sylvestris Dipsacaceae 0 5 G? SE5 Ic I x x x x x xVipers Bugloss Echium vulgare Boraginaceae 0 5 G? SE5 Ic I x xRussian Olive Elaeagnus angustifolia Elaeagnaceae * 4 GNR SNA I x xSpikerush Species Eleocharis sp. Cyperaceae x xBroad Waterweed Elodea canadensis Hydrocharitaceae 4 -5 X G5 S5 X N x xCreeping Wild Rye Elymus repens Poaceae * 3 GNR SNA lc I x x xPurple Leaved Willow Herb Epilobium coloratum Onagraceae 3 -5 X G5 S5 X N x x x x xGreat-hairy Willow-herb Epilobium hirsutum Onagraceae * -4 X GNR SNA I x xSmall-flower Willow-herb Epilobium parviflorum Onagraceae * 3 X GNR SNA I x xCommon Helleborine Epipactis helleborine Orchidaceae 0 5 G? SE5 I I x x x xField Horsetail Equisetum arvense Equisetaceae 0 0 X G5 S5 C N x xRough Horsetail Equisetum hyemale var. affine Equisetaceae 2 -2 X G5T5 S5 C N x xAnnual Fleabane Erigeron annuus Asteraceae 0 1 G5 S5 C N x x x xPhiladelphia Fleabane Erigeron philadelphicus var. philadelphicusAsteraceae 1 -3 X G5T5 S5 C N x xDaisy Fleabane Erigeron strigosus Asteraceae 0 1 G5 S5 C N x xWinged Spindle-tree Euonymus alata Celastraceae * 5 GNR SNA I x xSpotted Joe Pye Weed Eupatorium maculatum Asteraceae 3 -5 X G5 S5 C N x x x x x xBoneset Eupatorium perfoliatum Asteraceae 2 -4 X G5 S5 C N x x x xFlat-top Fragrant Goldenrod Euthamia graminifolia Asteraceae 2 -2 G5 S5 C N x x xAmerican Beech Fagus grandifolia Fagaceae 6 3 G5 S4 C N x xEuropean Beech Fagus sylvatica Fagaceae GNR x xJapanese Knotweed Fallopia japonica Polygonaceae 0 3 G? SE4 Iu I x xWild Strawberry Fragaria virginiana Rosaceae 2 1 G5 S5 C N x x x xGlossy Buckthorn Frangula alnus Rhamnaceae * -1 X GNR SNA Iu I x x x x x xWhite Ash Fraxinus americana Oleaceae 4 3 G5 S5 C N x x x xEuropean Ash Fraxinus excelsior Oleaceae 0 5 G? SE2 I I x x xRed Ash Fraxinus pennsylvanica Oleaceae 3 -3 X G5 S5 N x xGreat Hedge Bedstraw Galium mollugo Rubiaceae * 5 GNR SNA I I x x xFragrant Bedstraw Galium triflorum Rubiaceae 4 2 G5 S5 X N x x xYellow Avens Geum aleppicum Rosaceae 2 1 X G5 S5 X N x xWhite Avens Geum canadense Rosaceae 3 0 X G5 S5 X N x xAvens Species Geum sp. Rosaceae x xCreeping Charlie Glechoma hederacea Lamiaceae 0 3 G? SE5 I I x x x x xManna Grass Species Glyceria sp. Poaceae x xFowl Manna Grass Glyceria striata Poaceae 3 -5 X G5 S5 X N x xKentucky Coffeetree Gymnocladius dioicus Fabaceae 6 5 G5 S2 R2 N x x xAmerican Witch-hazel Hamamelis virginiana Hamamelidaceae 6 3 G5 S5 X N x x




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Dame's Rocket Hesperis matronalis Brassicaceae * 5 G4G5 SNA I I x xMeadow Hawkweed Hieracium caespitosum Asteraceae * 5 GNR SNA I I x xVirginia Waterleaf Hydrophyllum virginianum Hydrophyllaceae 6 -2 G5 S5 C N x xCommon St Johns Wort Hypericum perforatum Clusiaceae 0 5 X G? SE5 Ic I x x x xJewelweed Impatiens capensis Balsaminceae 4 -3 X G5 S5 C N x x x x x xElecampane Flower Inula helenium Asteraceae * 5 X GNR SNA I I x xLarger Blue Flag Iris Iris versicolor Iridaceae 5 -5 Y G5 S5 X N x x xButternut Juglans cinerea Juglandaceae 6 2 G4 S3? X N x xBlack Walnut Juglans nigra Juglandaceae 5 3 G5 S4? X N x x x x x xDudley's Rush Juncus dudleyi Juncaceae 1 0 X G5 S5 C N x xRush Species Juncus sp. Juncaceae x xSlender Rush Juncus tenuis Juncaceae 0 0 G5 S5 X N x xRed Cedar Juniperus virginiana Cupressaceae 4 3 G5 S5 X N x x x xWild Lettuce Lactuca canadensis Asteraceae 3 2 G5 S5 X N x x x x xEverlasting Pea Lathyrus latifolius Fabaceae 0 5 G? SE4 I I x x Garden escapeLesser Duckweed Lemna minor Lemnaceae 2 -5 X G5 S5 X N x xStar Duckweed Lemna trisulca Lemnaceae 4 -5 X G5 S5 X N x xMotherwort Leonurus cardiaca Lamiaceae * 5 GNRTNR SNA Ic I x x xOx-eye Daisy Leucanthemum vulgare Asteraceae 0 5 G? SE5 Ic I x x x xEuropean Privet Ligustrum vulgare Oleaceae * 1 GNR SNA I I x xButter-and-eggs Linaria vulgaris Scrophulariacea * 5 GNR SNA Ic I x x xTartarian Honeysuckle Lonicera tatarica Caprifoliaceae 0 3 G? SE5 I I x x x x x xGarden Bird's-foot-trefoil Lotus corniculatus Fabaceae * GNR SNA I I x xEuropean Bugleweed Lycopus europaeus Lamiaceae * -5 X GNR SNA I x xNorthern Bugleweed Lycopus uniflorus Lamiaceae 5 -5 X G5 S5 C N x x xFringed Loosestrife Lysimachia ciliata Primulaceae 4 -3 X G5 S5 X N x x xMoneywort Lysimachia nummularia Primulaceae 0 -4 G? SE5 I I x x xPurple Loosestrife Lythrum salicaria Lythraceae * -5 X G5 SNA Ic I x x x x xFalse Solomon Seal Maianthemum racemosum Liliaceae 4 3 G5 S5 X N x xApple Malus sp. Rosaceae x x xBlack Medick Medicago lupulina Fabaceae 0 1 G? SE5 Ic I x x x xWhite Sweet Clover Melilotus albus Fabaceae * 3 GNR SNA Ic I x xTall Yellow Sweetclover Melilotus officinalis Fabaceae * 5 GNR SNA Ic I x xWild Mint Mentha arvensis Lamiaceae 3 -3 X G5 SE5 X N x x xWhite Mulberry Morus alba Moraceae 0 0 G? SE5 I I x xMulberry Species Morus sp. Moraceae x xWater Milfoil Myriophyllum sp. Haloragaceae x xCommon watercress Nasturium officinale Brassicaeae 0 -5 G? SE5 I x xWatercress Species Nasturtium sp. Brassicaeae 0 x xCatnip Nepeta cataria Lamiaceae 0 1 G? SE5 Ic I x xFragrant waterlily Nymphaea odorata Nymphaeaceae 5 -5 X G5 S5 X N x x xCommon Evening Primrose Oenothera biennis Onagraceae 0 3 G5 S5 R1 N x xSensitive Fern Onoclea sensibilis Dryopteridaceae 4 -3 X G5 S5 X N x xIronwood Ostrya virginiana Betulaceae 4 4 G5 S5 C N x xPanic Grass Species Panicum sp Poaceae x xVirginia Creeper Parthenocissus quinquefolia Vitaceae 6 1 G5 S4? X N x x x x xThicket Creeper Parthenocissus vitacea Vitaceae 3 3 G5 S5 N x xWild Parsnip Pastinaca sativa Apiaceae 0 5 G? SE5 I I x x x xLady's Thumb Persicaria maculosa Polygonaceae 0 -3 X G? SE5 I x x x x x xJumpseed Persicaria virginiana Polygonaceae 6 0 G5 S4 X x xReed Canary Grass Phalaris arundinacea Poaceae 0 -4 X G5 S5 X I x x




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Meadow Timothy Phleum pratense Poaceae * 3 GNR SNA Ic I x xEuropean Common Reed Phragmites australis subsp. australis Poaceae 0 -4 X G5 SNR X x x x x xNinebark Physocarpus opulifolius Rosaceae 5 -2 X G5 S5 X N x x xWhite Spruce Picea glauca Pinaceae 6 3 X G5 S5 I N x xBlue Spruce Picea pungens Pinaceae G5 SNA I x x xSpruce Species Picea sp. Pinaceae x xClearweed Pilea sp. Urticaceae x xJack Pine Pinus banksiana Pinaceae 9 3 G5 S5 I N x xAustrian Pine Pinus nigra Pinaceae * -5 GNR SNA I x x x xScots Pine Pinus sylvestris Pinaceae * 5 GNR SNA I I x x x xEnglish Plantain Plantago lanceolata Plantaginaceae * 0 G5 SNA Ic I x x x xCommon Plantain Plantago major Plantaginaceae 0 -1 G5 S5 Ic I x x xSycamore Platanus occidentalis Platanaceae 8 -3 G5 S4 X N x x x xCanada Bluegrass Poa compressa Poaceae * 2 GNR SNA X N x xFowl Bluegrass Poa palustris Poaceae 5 -4 X G5 S5 X N x x xKentucky Bluegrass Poa pratensis ssp. pratensis Poaceae 0 1 G5T5 S5 C I x x xWater Smartweed Polygonum amphibium Polygonaceae 5 -5 G5 S5 X N x xCommon Smartweed Polygonum hydropiper Polygonaceae 4 -5 G5 S5 I I x x xPink Knotweed Polygonum pensylvanicum Polygonaceae 3 -4 G5 S5 X N x x x x xWhite Poplar Populus alba Salicaceae * 5 G5 SNA I I x x xEastern Cottonwood Populus deltoides ssp. deltoides Salicaceae G5T5 SU X N x x x xTrembling Aspen Populus tremuloides Salicaceae 2 0 G5 S5 X N x x x x xPondweed Species Potamogeton sp. Potamogetonaceae N x xHeal-all Prunella vulgaris Lamiaceae 5 5 X G5 S5 C N x x x x xWild Black Cherry Prunus serotina Rosaceae 3 3 G5 S5 C N x xCherry Species Prunus sp. Rosaceae x xChoke Cherry Prunus virginiana Rosaceae 2 1 G5 S5 C N x xWhite Oak Quercus alba Fagaceae 6 3 G5 S5 C N x xNorthern Red Oak Quercus rubra Fagaceae 6 3 G5 S5 C N x x xTall Buttercup Ranunculus acris Ranunculaceae * -2 X G5 SNA Ic I x xEuropean Buckthorn Rhamnus cathartica Rhamnaceae 0 3 G? SE5 Ic I x x x x x x x xWild Black Currant Ribes americanum Grossulariaceae 4 -3 X G5 S5 C N x xBlack Locust Robinia pseudoacacia Fabaceae 0 4 G5 SE5 Ic I x x x x xRose sp. Rosa sp. Rosaceae x x xWild Red Raspberry Rubus idaeus Rosaceae 0 5 G5 SE1 X N x x x xBlack Raspberry Rubus occidentalis Rosaceae 2 5 G5 S5 X N x xCurly Dock Rumex crispus Polygonaceae 0 -1 X G? SE5 I x x x xBitter Dock Rumex obtusifolius Polygonaceae 0 -3 X G? SE5 I I x xArrowhead Sagittaria latifolia Alismataceae 4 -5 X G5 S5 C N x x x xWeeping Willow Salix babylonica Salicaceae x x xHeart-leaved Willow Salix eriocephala Salicaceae 4 -3 X G5 S5 X N x x xCrack Willow Salix fragilis Salicaceae 0 -1 G? SE5 I I x x xSandbar Willow Salix interior Salicaceae 3 -5 X G5 S5 C N x xWillow sp. Salix sp. Salicaceae x x x x x xCommon Elderberry Sambucus nigra spp. canadensis Caprifoliaceae 5 -2 X G5 S5 X N x x xSoft-stemmed Bulrush Schoenoplectus tabernaemontani Cyperaceae 5 -5 X G5 S5 C N x xWoolgrass Bulrush Scirpus atrovirens Cyperaceae 3 -5 X G5? S5 C N x xWoolgrass Scirpus cyperinus Cyperaceae 4 -5 X G5 S5 C N x xMarsh Skullcap Scutellaria galericulata Lamiaceae 6 -5 X G5 S5 X N x xCrown Vetch Securigera varia Fabaceae 0 5 G? SE5 I x xBuffalo Berry Shepherdia canadensis Elaeagnaceae 7 5 G5 S5 R2 N x x




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Bittersweet Nightshade Solanum dulcamara Solanaceae 0 0 X G? SE5 Ic I x x x x x x xTall Goldenrod Solidago altissima Asteraceae 1 3 G5 S5 U N x x x xBluestem Goldenrod Solidago caesia Asteraceae 5 3 G5 S5 X N x xCanada Goldenrod Solidago canadensis Asteraceae 1 3 G5 SNR X N x xGoldenrod sp. Solidago sp. Asteraceae x x x x x x xField Sow Thistle Sonchus arvensis Asteraceae 0 1 G? SE5 I I x x x x xSnowberry Symphoricarpos albus Caprifoliaceae 7 4 G5 S5 X N x xWhite Heath Aster Symphyotrichum ericoides var. ericoides Asteraceae 4 4 G5T5 S5 C N x xPanicled Aster Symphyotrichum lanceolatum ssp. lanceolatAsteraceae X G5T5 S5 C N x xNew England Aster Symphyotrichum novae-angliae Asteraceae 2 -3 G5 S5 C N x x xArrow-leaved Aster Symphyotrichum urophyllum Asteraceae 6 5 G4 S4 X N x xHeart-leaved Aster Symphyotrichum cordifolium Asteraceae 5 5 G5 S5 C N x xAster Species Symphyotricum sp. Asteraceae x xSkunk Cabbage Symplocarpus foetidus Araceae 7 -5 X G5 S5 C N x xJapanese Lilac Syringa reticulata Oleaceae GNR SNA I x xTansy Tanacetum vulgare Asteraceae 0 5 G? SE5 I I x x xDandelion Taraxacum officinale Asteraceae 0 3 G5 SE5 Ic I x x x x x xFern sp. Thelypteris sp. Thelypteridaceae x xField Pennycress Thlaspi arvense Brassicaeae * 5 GNR SNA Ic I x xNorthern White Cedar Thuja occidentalis Cupressaceae 4 -3 X G5 S5 X N x xBasswood Tilia americana Tiliaceae 4 3 G5 S5 C N x x x xPoison Ivy Toxicodendron radicans Anacardiaceae 5 -1 G5 S5 C N x x xRed Clover Trifolium pratense Fabaceae * 2 GNR SNA I I x x xWhite Clover Trifolium repens Fabaceae * 2 GNR SNA I I x x xColtsfoot Tussilago farfara Asteraceae 0 3 G? SE5 Ic I x x x x x xNarrow-leaved Cattail Typha angustifolia Typhaceae 3 -5 X G5 SNA X I x x x xBroad-leaved Cattail Typha latifolia Typhaceae 3 -5 X G5 S5 X N x xBlue Cattail Typha x glauca Typhaceae 3 -5 X GNA SNA R1 N x xAmerican Elm Ulmus americana Ulmaceae 3 -2 G5? S5 X N x x x x xSiberian Elm Ulmus pumila Ulmaceae * 5 GNR SNA Ir I x xStinging Nettle Urtica dioica Urticaceae 2 -1 X G5T? S5 C x x x x x xCommon Mullein Verbascum thapsus Scrophulariacea 0 5 G? SE5 Ic I x xBlue Vervain Verbena hastata Verbenaceae 4 -4 X G5 S5 C N x x xWhite Vervain Verbena urticifolia Verbenaceae 4 -1 X G5 S5 N x xMaple Leaved Viburnum Viburnum acerifolium Caprifoliaceae 6 5 G5 S5 X N x xHighbush Cranberry Viburnum opulus var. americanum Caprifoliaceae 5 -3 X G5T5 S5 X N x xGuelder-rose Viburnum Viburnum opulus var. opulus Caprifoliaceae * 0 GNRTNR SNA Ir I x x xTufted Vetch Vicia cracca Fabaceae * 5 GNR SNA I I x xRiverbank Grape Vitis riparia Vitaceae 0 -2 G5 S5 C N x x x x x x xWatermeal Wolffia sp. Lemnaceae x xNote: For information regarding agency species ranks, refer to Appendix F.

Appendix C - Wildlife Observations During 2015/2016/2017 WSP Field Surveys

G-RANK S-RANK 1 2 3 4 5 6 7American Crow Corvus brachyrhynchos Corvidae G5 S5B x x x x x xAmerican Goldfinch Spinus tristis Fringilldae G5 S5B x x x x xAmerican Redstart Setophaga ruticilla Parulidae G5 S5B x x xAmerican Robin Turdus migratorius Turdidae G5 S5B x x x xAmerican Woodcock Scolopax minor Scolopacidae G5 S4B xBald Eagle Haliaeetus leucocephalus Accipitridae G5 S2N, S4B NAR SC x SAR (Juvenile passing over site)Baltimore Oriole Icterus galbula Icteridae G5 S5B xBank Swallow Riparia riparia Hirundinidae G5 S4B THR THR No Status No schedule xBarn Swallow Hirundo rustica Hirundinidae G5 S4B THR THR THR Schedule 1 x x SARBelted Kingfisher Megaceryle alcyon Cerylidae G5 S4B xBlack-capped Chickadee Poecile atricapillus Paridae G5 S5 x x xBlue-gray Gnatcatcher Polioptila caerulea Sylvidae G5 S4B x xBlue Jay Cyanocitta cristata Corvidae G5 S5 xBrown-headed Cowbird Molothrus ater Icteridae G5 S5B x xCanada Goose Branta Canadensis Anatidae G5 S5 xCarolina Wren Thryothorus ludovicianus Troglodytidae G5 S4 xCedar Waxwing Bombycilla cedrorum Bombycillidae G5 S5B x x x x xChimney Swift Chaetura pelagica Apodidae G5 S4B, S4N THR THR THR Schedule 1 x SARChipping Sparrow Spizella passerina Emberizidae G5 S5B x x x x x xCliff Swallow Petrochelidon pyrrhonota Hirundinidae G5 S4B x xCommon Grackle Quiscalus quiscula Icteridae G5 S5B x x x xCommon Yellowthroat Geothlypis trichas Parulidae G5 S5B xDouble Crested Cormorant Phalacrocorax auritus Phalacrocoracidae G5 S5B xDowny Woodpecker Dryobates pubescens Picidae G5 S5 x xEastern Kingbird Tyrannus tyrannus Tyrannidae G5 S4B xEastern Meadowlark Sturnella magna Icteridae G5 S4B THR THR THR Schedule 1 x SAR - singing male observed on site on both datesEastern Phoebe Sayornis phoebe Tyrannidae G5 S5B x x xEastern-wood Pewee Contopus virens Tyrannidae G5 S4B SC SC SC Schedule 1 x SAREuropean Starling Sturnus vulgaris Sturnidae G5 SNA x x x xGreat Blue Heron Ardea herodias Ardeidae G5 S5 x xGreat Crested Flycatcher Myiarchus crinitus Tyrannidae G5 S5B xGreen Heron Butorides virescens Ardeidae G5 S4B xGrey Catbird Dumetella carolinensis Mimidae G5 S4B x x xHouse Finch Haemorhous mexicanus Fringilldae G5 SNA xHouse Sparrow Passer domesticus Passeridae G5 SNA x xHouse Wren Troglodytes aedon Troglodytidae G5 S5B x x x x x xIndigo Bunting Passerina cyanea Cardinalidae G5 S4B xKilldeer Charadrius vociferus Charadriidae G5 S5B, S5N xMallard Anas platyrhynchos Anatidae G5 S5 x x x xMallard Hybrid Anas sp. Anatidae xMourning Dove Zenaida macroura Columbidae G5 S5 x xNorthern Cardinal Cardinalis cardinalis Cardinalidae G5 S5 x x x x xNorthern Flicker Colaptes auratus Picidae G5 S4B xNorthern Mockingbird Mimus polyglottos Mimidae G5 S4 xNorthern Rough-winged Swallow Stelgidopteryx serripennis Hirundinidae G5 S4B xOsprey Pandion haliaetus Pandionidae G5 S5B xPileated Woodpecker Dryocopus pileatus Picidae G5 S5 xRed-bellied Woodpecker Melanerpes carolinus Picidae G5 S4 xRed-eyed Vireo Vireo olivaceus Vireonidae G5 S5B xRed-Tailed Hawk Buteo jamaicensis Accipitridae G5 S5 x xRed-winged Blackbird Agelaius phoeniceus Icteridae G5 S4 x xRing-billed Gull Larus delawarensis Laridae G5 S5B, S4N xRock Pigeon Columba livia Columbidae G5 SNA xRose-breasted Grosbeak Pheucticus ludovicianus Cardinalidae G5 S4B x xSong Sparrow Melospiza melodia Emberizidae G5 S5B xSpotted Sandpiper Actitis macularius Scolopacidae G5 S5 x x xSwamp Sparrow Melospiza georgiana Emberizidae G5 S5B x

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Tree Swallow Tachycineta bicolor Hirundinidae G5 S4B x xTurkey Vulture Cathartes aura Cathartidae G5 S5B x x xWarbling Vireo Vireo gilvus Vireonidae G5 S5B x xWhite-breasted Nuthatch Sitta carolinensis Sittidae G5 S5 xWillow Flycatcher Empidonax traillii Tyrannidae G5 S5B xWood Duck Aix sponsa Anatidae G5 S5 xWood Thrush Hylocichla mustelina Turdidae G5 S4B THR SC THR Schedule 1 x SARYellow Warbler Dendroica petechia Parulidae G5 S5B x x xBeaver Castor canadensis Castoridae G5 S5 x Chewings- See pictureCoyote Canis latrans Canidae G5 S5 x scat found, likely coyote (See photo)Eastern Chipmunk Tamias striatus Sciuridae G5 S5 x xEastern Cottontail Sylvilagus floridanus Leporidae G5 S5 x xGray Squirrel Sciurus carolinensis Sciuridae G5 S5 x x x x xGroundhog Marmota monax Sciuridae G5 S5 x xMuskrat Ondatra zibethicus Cricetidae G5 S5 x xRaccoon Procyon loctor Procyonidae G5 S5 x x xRed-backed Vole Clethrionomys gapperi Muridae G5 S5 x deceasedShort-tailed Shrew Blarina brevicauda Soricidae G5 S5 xStriped Skunk Mephitis mephitis Mephitidae G5 S5 x OdourWhite-tailed Deer Odocoileus virginianus Cerividae G5 S5 x x x x x Scat at site 1, tracks at site 2, observed at site 6 and 7Black Saddlebags Tramea lacerata Libellulidae G5 S4 xCabbage White Pieris brassicae Pieridae G5 SNA x x x xCecropia Moth Hyalophora cecropia Saturniidae G5 S5 x caterpillarChalk fronted Corporal Ladona julia Libelluidae G5 S5 xCicada sp. Cicadoidea Cicadidae xCommon Green Darner Anax junius Aeshnidae G5 S5 xCommon Ringlet Coenonympha tullia Nymphalidae G5 S5 xEastern Pondhawk Erythemis simplicicollis Libelluidae G5 S5 xEastern Tailed Blue Cupido comyntas Lycaenidae G5 S5 xEmerald Ash Borer Agrilus planipennis Buprestidae x xEuropean Skipper Thymelicus lineola Hesperiidae G5 SNA xFall Webworm Moth Hyphantria cunea Erebidae G5 S5 xHackberry Psyllids Pachypsylla sp Psyllidae xHickory Tussock Moth Lophocampa caryae Arctiidae G5 SNR xHoverfly sp. Syrphidae Syrphidae xMonarch Danaus plexippus Nymphalidae G5 S4B, S2N END SC SC Schedule 1 x x SARNet Spinning Caddisfly Hydropsychidae Hydropsychidae xOrange Sulphur Colias eurytheme Pieridae S5 G5 x xRed Admiral Vanessa atalanta Nymphalidae G5 S5 xSeven-spotted Ladybird Beetle Coccinella septempunctata Coccinellidae GNR SNA xSummer Azure Celastrina neglecta Lycaenidae G5 S5 xTachinid Fly Tachinidae Tachinidae G5 S5Twelve Spotted Skimmer Libellula pulchella Libellulidae G5 S5 x xViceroy Limenitis archippus Nymphalidae G5 S5 xVirginia Ctenucha Ctenucha virginica Erebidae G5 S5 xWhite Faced Meadowhawk Sympetrum obtrusum Libellulidae G5 S5 xAmerican Toad Anaxyrus americanus Bufonidae G5 S5 x xAmerican Bullfrog Lithobates catesbeianus Ranidae G5 S4 x x x basking at Site 3, calling at Site 5Green Frog Lithobates clamitans Ranidae G5 S5 x x x xNorthern Leopard Frog Lithobates pipiens Ranidae G5 S5 xSpring Peeper Pseudacris crucifer Hylidae G5 S5 xEastern Gartersnake Thamnophis sirtalis sirtalis Colubridae G5 S5 x xMidland Painted Turtle Chrysemys picta marginata Emydidae G5 S5 x xNorthern Map Turtle Graptemys geographica Emydidae G5 S3 SC SC SC Schedule 1 x SAR - six observed baskingSpiny Softshell Apalone spinifera Trionychidae G5T5 S2 END END THR Schedule 1 x SAR - four observed basking

Mammals

Insects

Reptiles

Amphibian


G-RANK S-RANK 1 2 3 4 5 6 7COMMENTSCOMMON NAME SCIENTIFIC NAME FAMILY

NHICCOSEWIC

MNRF - COSSARO

SARA STATUS

SARA SCHEDULE

SITE

Brook Stickleback Culaea inconstans Gasterosteidae G5 S5 x -captured during 2017 field visitCrayfish sp. Astacoidea s. Astracidae x see picturesCreek Chub Semotilus atromaculatus Cyprinidae G5 S5 x -captured during 2017 field visitCreeper Strophtus ubdulatus Anodontinae S5 x x observed during 2017 passive searchesFlutedshell Lasmigona costata Anodontinae S5 x observed during 2017 passive searchesGiant Floater Pyganodon grandis Anodontinae S5 x observed during 2017 passive searchesWhite Heelspliter Lasmigona complanata Anodontinae S4 x observed during 2017 passive searchesLargemouth Bass Micropterus salmoides Centrarchidae G5 S5 x -captured during 2017 field visitMollusk sp. Mollusca sp. - x see picturesPumpkinseed Lepomis gibbosus Centrarchidae G5 S5 x -captured during 2017 field visitWavy-rayed Lampmussel Lampsillis fasciola Lampsilinae S1 SC THR SC Schdeule 1 x observed during 2017 passive searchesWhite Sucker Catostomus commersonii Catostomidae G5 S5 x -captured during 2017 field visit

Note: For information regarding agency species ranks, refer to Appendix F.

Aquatic Species

Appendix C - Invasive Flora Species Observed During 2015/2016/2017 WSP Vegetation Field Surveys


Norway Maple Acer platanoides Aceraceae * 5 GNR SNA Iu I x x x x x x xGarlic Mustard Alliaria petiolata Brassicaceae 0 0 G? SE5 I x x x x xJapanese Barberry Berberis thunbergii Berberidaceae 0 4 G? SE5 I I xVipers Bugloss Echium vulgare Boraginaceae 0 5 G? SE5 Ic I xGlossy Buckthorn Frangula alnus Rhamnaceae * -1 X GNR SNA Iu I x x x x xDame's Rocket Hesperis matronalis Brassicaceae * 5 G4G5 SNA I I xCommon St Johns Wort Hypericum perforatum Clusiaceae 0 5 X G? SE5 Ic I x x xEuropean Privet Ligustrum vulgare Oleaceae * 1 GNR SNA I I xButter-and-eggs Linaria vulgaris Scrophulariacea * 5 GNR SNA Ic I x xTartarian Honeysuckle Lonicera tatarica Caprifoliaceae 0 3 G? SE5 I I x x x x xMoneywort Lysimachia nummularia Primulaceae 0 -4 G? SE5 I I x xPurple Loosestrife Lythrum salicaria Lythraceae * -5 X G5 SNA Ic I x x x xWhite Sweet Clover Melilotus albus Fabaceae * 3 GNR SNA Ic I xTall Yellow Sweetclover Melilotus officinalis Fabaceae * 5 GNR SNA Ic I xWhite Mulberry Morus alba Moraceae 0 0 G? SE5 I I xCatnip Nepeta cataria Lamiaceae 0 1 G? SE5 Ic I xReed Canary Grass Phalaris arundinacea Poaceae 0 -4 X G5 S5 X I xEuropean Common Reed Phragmites australis subsp. australis Poaceae 0 -4 X G5 SNR X x x x xScots Pine Pinus sylvestris Pinaceae * 5 GNR SNA I I x x xWhite Poplar Populus alba Salicaceae * 5 G5 SNA I I x xEuropean Buckthorn Rhamnus cathartica Rhamnaceae 0 3 G? SE5 Ic I x x x x x x xBlack Locust Robinia pseudoacacia Fabaceae 0 4 G5 SE5 Ic I x x x xCrown Vetch Securigera varia Fabaceae 0 5 G? SE5 I xSiberian Elm Ulmus pumila Ulmaceae * 5 GNR SNA Ir I xCommon Mullein Verbascum thapsus Scrophulariacea 0 5 G? SE5 Ic I xNote: For information regarding agency species ranks, refer to Appendix F. Total Invasives 16 4 12 7 3 15 8

Native StatusSITENHIC MIDDLESEX

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APPENDIX

D FIELD NOTES

1

Fitzpatrick, Erin

From: Gibbs, Sophie

Sent: Monday, July 10, 2017 10:59 AM


Cc: Wallis, Leanne

Subject: London RT Fieldwork Summary

Attachments: LondonRT_Site7_BBsurvey#1_22June2017.pdf; BBSurvey#1_Site722June2017 (9).jpg;

Chimney Surveys.pdf; SAR tree Surveys.pdf; BBSurvey#1_Site722June2017 (1).jpg

Hey Erin,

I finally have some office time, so here are the details on the London site visit on June 22.

I’ve attached the breeding bird field sheet that has location notes of the meadowlark we heard. I’m not actually sure I

saw the bird or not, I was walking towards the call and saw something fly off, and then the calling stopped, so I believe

this was the meadowlark. During that survey we also saw a number of monarch caterpillars on a large patch of

milkweed, and a young woodcock, both which are described in the notes. I’ve attached a couple photos mostly for

interest ☺. Check out how well the woodcock is camouflaged! I’ll be uploaded all photos onto ecollab today also.

Here are my notes from the bridge surveys looking for BARS, CLSW, and turtles:

Front St Bridge (site 5)

• Bridge almost entirely smooth underneath, few areas for nesting.

• ROPI nesting on one small available ledge, EUST nesting in drainage pipe

• A number of BARS seen foraging and collecting mud from the river, and flying under the bridge, but it looks like

they are carrying the mud elsewhere. I watched for a while, and didn’t see any building or occupying nests on

the bridge. The area definitely provides general habitat.

• No turtles, but 1 bullfrog calling (breeding bullfrogs may make it significant wildlife habitat)

Western Rd Bridge (Site 3)

• Bridge almost entirely smooth underneath, few areas for nesting.

• No birds or nests underneath.

• No swallows seen foraging

• No turtles

• Giant bullfrog basking on northern bank, he was at least 10 inches in length!

Richmond St Bridge (Site 4)

• Bridge has lots of ledges and those metal support brackets/struts/trusses (?) see photos.

• At least 15 CLSW nests present, 1 phoebe, and 1 house sparrow.

• Osprey also seen foraging.

• Spiney Softshell (5!) and Map turtle (2) seen basking south of the bridge in a rocky area

Oxford St bridge (Site 2)

• Bridge similar to Site 4, with lots of metal brackets good for nesting.

• 23 nests seen on east side of the bridge, 45 seen on west side. The bridge also has a middle section that cannot

be seen from underneath. There is likely another 30 or nests under this section. The river provides excellent

foraging habitat, and muddy areas for nest building. no CLSW

• No turtles, despite what looks like decent habitat

Documents

Appendix G: Environmental Impact Study Report, Appendices A-D€¦ · Measures to mitigate impacts to this species are provided in the EIS report, but will need to be confirmed with