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MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY Annual #1/12
February 24, 2012
The Authority Meeting Annual #1/12, was held in the Weston Theatres, Black Creek
Pioneer Village, on Friday, February 24, 2012. The Chair Gerri Lynn O'Connor, called the
meeting to order at 10:35 a.m.
PRESENT
Paul Ainslie 10:35 a.m. 11:50 a.m. Member
Maria Augimeri 10:35 a.m. 11:50 a.m. Vice Chair
David Barrow 10:35 a.m. 11:50 a.m. Member
Ben Cachola 10:35 a.m. 11:50 a.m. Member
Bob Callahan 10:35 a.m. 11:50 a.m. Member
Vincent Crisanti 10:35 a.m. 11:50 a.m. Member
Glenn De Baeremaeker 10:35 a.m. 11:50 a.m. Member
Michael Di Biase 11:00 a.m. 11:50 a.m. Member
Chris Fonseca 10:35 a.m. 10:55 a.m. Member
Jack Heath 10:35 a.m. 11:50 a.m. Member
Colleen Jordan 10:35 a.m. 11:50 a.m. Member
Chin Lee 10:35 a.m. 11:50 a.m. Member
Gloria Lindsay Luby 10:35 a.m. 11:50 a.m. Member
Glenn Mason 10:35 a.m. 11:50 a.m. Member
Mike Mattos 10:35 a.m. 11:50 a.m. Member
Peter Milczyn 10:35 a.m. 11:50 a.m. Member
Gerri Lynn O'Connor 10:35 a.m. 11:50 a.m. Chair
John Parker 10:35 a.m. 11:50 a.m. Member
Anthony Perruzza 10:35 a.m. 11:50 a.m. Member
Gino Rosati 11:00 a.m. 11:50 a.m. Member
Dave Ryan 10:35 a.m. 11:50 a.m. Member
Cynthia Thorburn 10:35 a.m. 11:50 a.m. Member
Jim Tovey 10:35 a.m. 11:50 a.m. Member
Richard Whitehead 10:35 a.m. 10:55 a.m. Member
ABSENT
Ronald Chopowick Member
Mujeeb Khan Member
Linda Pabst Member
John Sprovieri Member
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BUSINESS MEETING
RES.#A1/12 - MINUTES
Moved by: Paul Ainslie
Seconded by: Ben Cachola
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #1/12, held on January 27, 2012, be approved.
CARRIED
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION
RES.#A2/12 - ARMOURING OF THE WEST DON LANDS FLOOD PROTECTION
LANDFORM
Approval to enter into an agreement with Infrastructure Ontario and
Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation for the armouring of the
West Don Lands Flood Protection Landform and associated works.
Moved by: Dave Ryan
Seconded by: Maria Augimeri
THAT the project for the armouring of the West Don Lands Flood Protection Landform and
associated works on behalf of Infrastructure Ontario and Toronto Waterfront
Revitalization Corporation (TWRC) at an estimated cost of$11,000,000.00 be approved;
THAT the approval be conditional upon execution of a Memorandum of Understanding by
authorized representatives of Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA),
Infrastructure Ontario and TWRC, and confirmation of available funding for the project;
AND FURTHER THAT appropriate TRCA officials be directed and authorized to take
whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including obtaining necessary
approvals and the execution and signing of any documents and indemnities.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Flooding along the Lower Don River has a written history dating back to the mid-1870s,
beginning with ice jams and late fall flooding. As recently as August 2005, flooding occurred
within this area during a series of severe thunderstorms. While most of the storm events over
the past few decades have resulted mainly in nuisance type flooding, the area is subject to
extensive flooding under a tropical storm event similar to 1954's Hurricane Hazel, the most
devastating flood event in Toronto's history.
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Flooding of the Lower Don River was first identified by TRCA as a high priority flood prone area
within its jurisdiction in its 1980 Flood Control Plan. It was not until 2001 however, when all
three levels of government established TWRC, who identified the naturalization and flood
protection of the mouth of the Don River as one of four priority projects, that there was sufficient
financial and political support to effectively address the flood risk for the lands located west and
north of the Don River Mouth.
TRCA was subsequently named by TWRC as the recipient agency to carry out this undertaking,
and in the fall of 2003 TRCA initiated the "Lower Don River West Remedial Flood Protection
Project" under the Class Environmental Assessment for Remedial Flood and Erosion Control
Projects (Class EA) - the approved process for such projects carried out by conservation
authorities - to remove 210 hectares of flood vulnerable area west of the river, which includes
the 32 hectares known as the West Don Lands.
The Class EA was successfully completed in September 2005 and consisted of five major
components, one being the creation of a Flood Protection Landform (FPL) on the west side of
the Don River between Queen Street and the Canadian National (CN) and GO Transit rail lines,
which was determined to be the part of the preferred solution for West Don Lands, along with
the extension of the CN Kingston line bridge which was completed in 2007. Once the FPL is in
place, it will provide the necessary flood protection to permit the removal of the floodplain
designation, helping to achieve TWRC's overall vision for the revitalization of the City of
Toronto's waterfront by allowing the West Don Lands to be rezoned for development.
As part of the initial planning activities by TWRC, a precinct plan has been prepared for the
West Don Lands, which occupy a 32 hectare area between the Don River and Parliament Street
to the west, and from the CN Rail line to Queen Street to the north. The West Don Lands
precinct plan indicates a mixed residential and commercial land use, with provision for
affordable housing and recreational opportunities.
Furthermore, in 2015 Toronto will host the Pan/Parapan American Games. Infrastructure
Ontario and TWRC are working with Toronto 2015 to develop a section of the West Don Lands
that will be home to the Athlete's Village, which will be converted to residential properties and
become part of the West Don Lands community following completion of the games. The unique
topography provided by the FPL will be utilized to build Don River Park, a signature piece of
this community.
The FPL organizes Don River Park physically and programmatically into two distinct halves. The
west, or 'dry' side of the FPL will provide urban park recreational opportunities and park
amenities such as trails, benches and a pavilion, while the eastern half, or'wet' side of the FPL
is defined by sloped topography that will see the creation of an urban prairie which includes an
upland meadow on the upper slope, and a lowland wet meadow at the base, adding ecological
and aesthetic diversity to the area.
As a Crown corporation dedicated to delivering some of the Province of Ontario's larger and
more complex infrastructure renewal projects, Infrastructure Ontario has been designated as
the project lead on behalf of TWRC for implementation of the West Don Lands project, and
began construction on the massive 8-hectare FPL in 2007.
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While the western half of the FPL and Don River Park are essentially complete, the armouring of
the eastern half of the FPL and associated works remain outstanding and must be completed
before the floodplain designation can be removed and the revitalization efforts can continue. To
meet the timelines for the 2015 Pan/Parapan American Games, the FPL and associated works
must be completed by the fall of 2012.
RATIONALE
As the recipient agency for many past and current TWRC projects, TRCA Restoration Services
has been requested to assist Infrastructure Ontario with the completion of the FPL and
associated works to aid in meeting the timelines for the Pan/Parapan American Games in
Toronto in 2015. This timeline is extremely aggressive and requires the skill and expertise of a
group capable of managing a large site with many environmental considerations, from
managing impacted soils by past industrial activities to the integration of an urban prairie
system into a completely constructed landform. TRCA Restoration Services is capable of
meeting these deliverables on time and on budget, and is pleased to assist TWRC with another
important piece of revitalizing Toronto's waterfront.
SCOPE OF WORK
The scope of work for this project generally includes:
• site mobilization and demobilization;
• general construction management including contract administration, site supervision and
traffic control;
• excavation and disposal of approximately 25,000 m3 of impacted soils from east side of
FPL;
• installation of a storm drainage systems including subdrains, manholes and catchbasins;
• backfilling and armouring of the east side of the FPL;
• placement of prairie planting soils;
• decommissioning of existing monitoring wells.
Upon authorization to proceed, TRCA Restoration Services would immediately proceed with the
procurement of materials and services required to mobilize on site by approximately mid-April
2012 to meet the fall 2012 deadline.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
The cost of the work is presently estimated at$10.4 million plus HST, which includes a healthy
contingency to cover increases above the estimated amounts for contracted materials and
services once formal bids are received. The cost of the work is 100% recoverable from
Infrastructure Ontario and TWRC.
Report prepared by: Moranne McDonnell, 416-392-9725
Emails: mmcdonnell @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Moranne McDonnell, 416-392-9725
Emails: mmcdonnell @trca.on.ca
Date: February 15, 2012
Attachments: 1
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RES.#A3/12 - ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FOR LAKEVIEW WATERFRONT
CONNECTION PROJECT
Approval for the establishment of a Community Liaison Committee for the
Lakeview Waterfront Connection Environmental Assessment Project.
Moved by: Dave Ryan
Seconded by: Maria Augimeri
THAT a Community Liaison Committee (CLC) be established to assist the Toronto and
Region Conservation Authority (TRCA), Credit Valley Conservation (CVC), the Region of
Peel, the City of Mississauga and consultants in maintaining contact with community
residents, groups, associations and organizations affected by the Lakeview Waterfront
Connection (LWC) Project;
THAT the CLC be established with the expressed purpose of assisting in obtaining public
input, identifying issues of concern regarding the project, reviewing information and
providing comments to CVC/TRCA to be utilized during the planning and design process,
and assisting with the dissemination of LWC information into the community;
THAT the CLC Terms of Reference be approved;
AND FURTHER THAT the CLC membership be formally endorsed by the Authority.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #12/11, held on January 27, 2012, Resolution #A274/11 was approved, in
part, as follows:
WHEREAS at the November 24, 2011 Region of Peel Council meeting, Res.#PW-E3 was
approved, authorizing a budget of$2.5 million (excluding applicable taxes) to be made
available to undertake a coordinated Environmental Assessment (EA) to evaluate the use
of excavated fill from Capital Infrastructure Projects in the Region of Peel to create
estimated 85 acres of waterfront parkland between Marie Curtis Park and Lakefront
Promenade in the City of Mississauga;...
...AND WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) has been asked to
provide Project Management and Technical Services on behalf of CVC as part of this
joint initiative with the Region of Peel and City of Mississauga;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA staff be directed to enter into a
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to provide Project Management and Technical
Services to the coordinated EA for the Lakeview Waterfront Connection Project on behalf
of CVC, subject to all terms and conditions being finalized in a manner satisfactory to
TRCA staff and solicitors.;...
The MOU between TRCA and Credit Valley Conservation was signed on January 19, 2012.
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RATIONALE
The Lakeview Waterfront Connection Project is subject to the Environmental Assessment
process as an Individual Environmental Assessment. A key component of this process is
effective public consultation. The establishment of a Community Liaison Committee is not
required as a part of the Individual EA process as it applies to this project, however the
establishment of a CLC will assist TRCA/CVC and their consultants in reaching out and
maintaining contact with community residents, groups, associations and organizations, and to
provide community input and advice throughout the Individual EA ToR, Individual EA and CEAA
Environmental Screening process for the LWC EA, as required.
Membership Details
CVC, TRCA, Region of Peel and City of Mississauga have long been involved in the Lakeview
neighborhood and areas surrounding Marie Curtis Park. As a result, many relationships have
been established with local community associations and interest groups within the study area.
CVC/TRCA will invite representatives from the following interest groups to participate on the
CLC:
• Port Credit Village Residents Association • Port Credit Yacht Club
• Mississauga Bassmasters • Mississauga South Historical Society
• Mississauga Residents' Associations Network • Ontario Cycling Association
• Rattray Marsh Protection Association • Town of Port Credit Association
• City of Mississauga • Mississauga Canoe Club
• Port Credit Salmon Association • Port Credit BIA
• Credit River Anglers Association • South Peel Naturalists Club
• Sierra Club of Canada (Peel Group) • Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee
• Credit River Anglers Association • Local municipal, provincial and federal
• Lake Ontario Waterkeeper politicians
• Lakefront Promenade Marina
Members of the CLC will be asked to recommend additional groups to participate on the
Committee if they believe key members of the community are missing. The number of
committee participants will be held at approximately 20 active members.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Funds for undertaking CLC consultation are available through the MOU with CVC from the
Region of Peel in TRCA's project management account 252-05. TRCA staff time and expenses
on CLC related activity is expected to amount to approximately$25 000.00 for both the Terms
of Reference and EA consultation.
Report prepared by: Brooke Erickson, extension 5581
Emails: berickson @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Ken Dion, extension 5230
Emails: kdion @trca.on.ca
Date: February 09, 2012
Attachments: 1
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Attachment 1
TERMS OF REFERENCE
COMMUNITY LIAISON COMMITTEE (CLC)
FOR A COORDINATED ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
FOR THE LAKEVIEW WATERFRONT CONNECTION PROJECT
PURPOSE OF THE CLC
The main purpose of the CLC is to:
• Assist Credit Valley Conservation (CVC), Toronto and Region Conservation (TRCA) in
obtaining public input and advice;
• Identify issues that may concern the community regarding the project;
• Review information and provide comments to the CVC /TRCA to be utilized during the
planning and design process; and
• Disseminate information.
FUNCTIONS OF THE CLC
Specifically, the functions of the CLC will:
• Provide input in defining the project objectives, range of alternatives and alternative
methods, and evaluation criteria as part of the Environmental Assessment Terms of
Reference (EA ToR) and coordinated EA process;
• Identify items of public concern and interest with regard to the impact and design of the
proposed alternatives;
• Provide direct input on the proposed alternatives to CVC/TRCA throughout the
planning and design process;
• Assist in the design of the public consultation framework; and
• Attend and assist at public meetings organized by CVC /TRCA to facilitate the
resolution of concerns relating to the proposed project.
CONSENSUS APPROACH
As an advisory committee, the CLC will operate using a consensus-based approach, where
members seek general agreement on guidance and advice to the Project Team. A
consensus-based approach is where participants openly discuss ideas, perspectives and
viewpoints, and seek to develop common ground and narrow areas of disagreement to the
best of their ability. Where differing viewpoints and opinions exist, these will be documented in
the CLC meeting notes.
MEMBERSHIP OF THE CLC
CVC, TRCA, Region of Peel and City of Mississauga have long been involved in the Lakeview
neighborhood and areas surrounding Marie Curtis Park. As a result, many relationships have
been established with local community associations and interest groups within the study area.
CVC/TRCA will invite representatives from these interest groups to participate on the CLC.
A preliminary listing of CLC members is provided below.
• Port Credit Village Residents Association
• Mississauga Bassmasters
• Port Credit Salmon
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• Mississauga Ratepayers Association
• Rattray Marsh Protection Association
• Lakeview Ratepayers Association
• Credit River Anglers Association
• Sierra Club- Peel Group, Ontario Chapter
• Lake Ontario Waterkeeper
• Lakefront Promenade Marina
• Councillor Jim Tovey, Ward 1
• Honorable Charles Sousa, Mississauga South
• MP Stella Ambler, Mississauga South
• Ontario Cycling Association
• Port Credit Yacht Club
• Mississauga South Historical Society
• Town of Port Credit Association
• Port Credit Business Improvement Area
• South Peel Naturalists Club
Additional representatives of the following community sector affiliations may also be sought for
the CLC:
• Local businesses
• Mississauga tourism
• Senior Mississauga residents
Members of the CLC will be asked to recommend additional groups to participate on the
Committee if they believe key members of the community are missing. The number of
committee participants will be held at approximately 20 active members. The CLC will provide
an appropriate mix of sectors and interests on the committee.
APPOINTMENT OF CLC MEMBERS
Formal invitations will be sent requesting the appointment of members to form the CLC. A final
list of members will be provided to the Advisory Committee at a subsequent meeting.
MEETINGS
It is anticipated that the CLC will meet on weekday evenings approximately six times
commencing in January 2012. Meetings will be held at an appropriate centralized facility.
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RES.#A4/12 - LAKEVIEW WATERFRONT CONNECTION PROJECT
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
RFP#PMO12-1 - Planning and Engineering Consultant Selection. Award
of contract for planning and engineering services in support of the
Lakeview Waterfront Connection Coordinated Environmental Assessment
Project.
Moved by: Dave Ryan
Seconded by: Maria Augimeri
THAT the consulting team led by SENES Consultants Ltd. be awarded a contract to
undertake planning and engineering services in support of the Lakeview Waterfront
Connection Project Coordinated Environmental Assessment, at a cost not to exceed
$862,865.50 plus HST;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff be authorized to approve
additional expenditures to a maximum of 20% of the contract cost as a contingency
allowance if deemed necessary;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized officials be directed to take the necessary action to
implement the contract including the signing and execution of documents.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #11/11, held on January 27, 2012, Resolution #A274/11 was approved as
follows:
WHEREAS at the November 24, 2011 Region of Peel Council Meeting, Res.#PW-E3 was
approved, authorizing a budget of$2.5 million (excluding applicable taxes) to be made
available to undertake a coordinated Environmental Assessment (EA) to evaluate the use
of excavated fill from Capital Infrastructure Projects in the Region of Peel to create an
estimated 85 acres of waterfront parkland between Marie Curtis Park and Lakefront
Promenade in the City of Mississauga;
AND WHEREAS the Region of Peel will provide oversight of the coordinated EA,
including managing the finances under Capital Project 12-1509;
AND WHEREAS the City of Mississauga will take the lead in communications oversight
and public messaging given the wide-range of projects that are underway within the
Project Area (e.g., Inspiration Lakeview, District Energy, Hanlan Feedermain, Lakeview
Waterfront Connection Project, etc);
AND WHEREAS Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) will be leading the coordinated EA for
the Lakeview Waterfront Connection Project, and take a lead role in overseeing
communications and public messaging related directly to Lakeview Waterfront
Connection Project, but will fully coordinate with the City of Mississauga;
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AND WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) has been asked to
provide Project Management and Technical Services on behalf of CVC as part of this
joint initiative with the Region of Peel and City of Mississauga;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA staff be directed to enter into a
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to provide Project Management and Technical
Services for the coordinated EA for the Lakeview Waterfront Connection Project on
behalf of CVC, subject to all terms and conditions being finalized in a manner satisfactory
to TRCA staff and solicitors;
THAT TRCA be directed to assist CVC, the Region of Peel and City of Mississauga (as
required) in their joint negotiations with the Province of Ontario, Ontario Power
Generation, and other interested parties regarding land ownership, access, stockpiling,
operations and maintenance, and other parallel planning initiatives associated with the
coordinated EA;
AND FURTHER THAT TRCA officials be authorized and directed to take all necessary
actions as may be required, including the signing of documents, for the execution of the
MOU.
The MOU between CVC and TRCA was signed on January 19, 2012, and identified a budget for
TRCA of$415,000.00 for staff costs, a budget of$1,240,000.00 for consulting fees, plus an
overall 20% contingency fee of$331,000.00, plus HST.
In support of the Environmental Assessment process for the Lakeview Waterfront Connection,
TRCA requires a consultant team to provide professional planning and engineering services, as
outlined in RFP# PMO12-1, in order to fulfill the planning and design requirements as outlined
in the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act (EA Act) and the Canadian Environmental
Assessment Act (CEAA).
Request for Proposals (RFP# PMO12-1) for Planning and Engineering Services was made
publically available to prospective consultants via Biddingo.com on January 13, 2012. A total of
40 firms downloaded the full RFP package with an additional 26 firms downloading a partial
RFP package. Ten firms attended a mandatory site meeting held on January 24, 2012 at the
GE Booth Waste Water Treatment Plant. On February 10, 2012, TRCA received five proposals
and bids in advance of the 12:00 pm (noon) submission deadline for RFP# PMO12-1. A
summary of the bids submitted is provided as follows:
Company Bid Proposal
(Plus HST)
SRM Associates $796,531.73
SENES Consultants Ltd. $884,765.50
AECOM $992,992.35
Aquafor Beech Ltd. $1,040,892.00
Dillon Consulting $1,175,369.00
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RATIONALE
All 12 members of the Proposal Selection Committee , consisting of staff from Region of Peel,
CVC, TRCA and City of Mississauga, received copies of the proposals on February 10, 2012.
At the Proposal Selection Committee Review Meeting held on February 15, 2012, consensus
was reached between all members of the Committee that the proposal submitted by the team
led by SENES Consultants Ltd. offered the best service for value.
The criteria used to evaluate the submissions and to select the successful consulting team
included the following:
• applicable experience of the responding consulting firms;
• experience, qualifications and availability of individual team members proposed for this
project, including ability to work with multiple agencies and partners on a complex EA
process that is undertaken in close proximity to other major projects;
• consultant understanding of the assignment;
• proposed approach and methodology for this assignment including an assessment of
any anticipated difficulties and the proposed approach to overcome them;
• proposed schedule and work plan, and ability to comply with the proposed schedule,
including ability to suggest time saving approaches to meet the aggressive timelines;
• detailed cost breakdown for the coordinated EA;
• itemized cost of additional works anticipated by the consultant above approved budget;
• total upset fee limit for the preparation of the EA reports, which shall include all fees and
disbursements, plus HST.
The Proposal Selection Committee determined that SRM Associates, which provided the lowest
proposal bid, did not fully meet critical requirements of the project as detailed in RFP#
PMO12-1.
During the Proposal Selection Committee Review Meeting, it was discussed that the proposed
Coastal Engineering Peer Review element identified in the SENES Consultants Ltd. proposal
was deemed redundant given the peer review opportunities available through LOISS. As such,
SENES Consultants Ltd. provided an amended total upset limit for their proposal of
$862,865.50, plus HST.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Cost for the consulting team is $862,865.50, plus 20% contingency, plus HST. Funds are
available from the Region of Peel in account number 252-07.
Report prepared by: Alexis Wood, extension 5280
Emails: awood @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Ken Dion, extension 5230
Emails: kdion @trca.on.ca
Date: February 15, 2012
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RES.#A5/12 - APPOINTMENT OF AUDITORS
The Conservation Authorities Act requires each conservation authority to
undergo an external audit of its accounts and transactions each year.
Moved by: Dave Ryan
Seconded by: Maria Augimeri
THAT Grant Thornton LLP be appointed auditors of Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority (TRCA) for the year 2012, in accordance with section 38 of the Conservation
Authorities Act.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Section 38 of the Conservation Authorities Act reads as follows:
38. (1) Every authority shall cause its accounts and transactions to be audited
annually by a person licensed under the Public Accountancy Act . R.S.O.
1990, c. C.27, s. 38 (1).
(2) No person shall be appointed as auditor of an authority who is or during the
preceding year was a member of the authority or who has or during the
preceding year had any direct or indirect interest in any contract or any
employment with the authority other than for services within his or her
professional capacity. R.S.O. 1990, c. C.27, s. 38 (2).
(3) An authority shall, upon receipt of the auditors report of the examination of its
accounts and transactions, forthwith forward a copy of the report to each
participating municipality and to the Minister. R.S.O. 1990, c. C.27, s. 38 (3).
At Authority Meeting #8/10, held on October 29, 2010, Resolution #A182/10 was approved, in
part, as follows:
THAT the contract for Audit Services be awarded to Grant Thornton at an initial annual
cost not to exceed$46,725.00, plus applicable taxes for 2010 and an annual increase of
two to four per cent for the following four years, for Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority(TRCA) and The Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto (CFGT);
THAT, pursuant to Section 38 of the Conservation Authorities Act, the firm of Grant
Thornton be appointed auditors of TRCA, effective November 1, 2010;
THAT the term of the engagement be for five years subject to annual appointments by the
Authority based on satisfactory performance; ...
RATIONALE
Grant Thornton LLP has been appointed TRCA's auditor since 2004, following a competition for
audit services conducted in the summer of 2004 and the summer of 2010. Although the
contract period is for five years starting with 2010, the annual reappointment is subject to
performance satisfactory to TRCA. Staff is pleased to report that the most recent audit was
completed to its satisfaction and it anticipates similar performance for 2012.
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Staff recommends the reappointment of Grant Thornton LLP for the 2012 audit year, as
required by the Rules of Conduct.
Report prepared by: Rocco Sgambelluri, extension 5232
Emails: rsgambelluri @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Rocco Sgambelluri, extension 5232
Emails: rsgambelluri @trca.on.ca
Date: February 15, 2012
RES.#A6/12 - REQUEST FOR LIMITING DISTANCE AGREEMENT
South side of 522 Marksbury Road, City of Pickering, Regional
Municipality of Durham, CFN 46748. Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority is in receipt of a request from Mr. Zhiyi Zhou to enter into a
Limiting Distance Agreement relating to a 3.8 metre strip of TRCA-owned
land located on the south side of 522 Marksbury Road, City of Pickering,
Regional Municipality of Durham, Waterfront watershed.
(Executive Res.#8230/11)
Moved by: Gloria Lindsay Luby
Seconded by: John Parker
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) enter into a Limiting Distance
Agreement with Mr. Zhiyi Zhou relating to a 3.8 metre strip of TRCA-owned land
containing a total of 0.008 hectares (0.02 acres), more or less, of vacant land described
as Part of Lots 31, 32 and 33 on Plan 270, City of Pickering, Regional Municipality of
Durham, on the following basis:
(a) the sale price to be paid by Mr. Zhiyi Zhou is to be $13,600.00;
(b) Mr. Zhiyi Zhou is to be responsible for all legal, survey and other costs associated
with completing the transaction, including any fees required for municipal approvals
(such as Minor Variance application, Site Plan Control application, etc.) as deemed
necessary by the City of Pickering;
(c) TRCA lands affected by the agreement are to be 3.8 metres in width and the depth is
to be 20.959 metres, as shown on a Site Plan prepared by Valdembuilt Inc., under
their project No. 2011-010, DWG-1, Revision 4, dated November 20, 2011;
(d) the building restrictions on the 3.8 metre strip of TRCA land are to be satisfactorily
defined to ensure that normal park operation, paths, trails, etc., are guaranteed
without objection;
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(e) this agreement does not restrict City of Pickering or TRCA staff from exercising their
normal planning review and comment process;
(f) the agreement is to continue and be binding upon TRCA so long as the new
construction remains in place;
(g) the agreement will be revoked or terminated upon receipt of written notice from the
City of Pickering that the new construction has been removed or no longer exists;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary action
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals and signing and
execution of documentation.
CARRIED
RES.#A7/12 - WILD WATER KINGDOM
Approval of Consolidated Lease with WWK Recreation Inc..
Recommends approval of a consolidated, updated lease with WWK
Recreation Inc.
(Executive Res.#8231/1 1)
Moved by: Gloria Lindsay Luby
Seconded by: John Parker
WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is in receipt of a request
from Wild Water Kingdom Ltd. (WWK) to agree to a consolidated, updated lease with
WWK Recreation Inc.;
AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of TRCA that it is in the best interests of TRCA in
furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to
enter into the lease with WWK Recreation Inc. in this instance;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT approval be granted to enter into a lease with
WWK Recreation Inc.;
THAT terms and conditions of the lease be satisfactory to TRCA staff and solicitor;
THAT the amending lease be subject to approval of the Minister of Natural Resources in
accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Act;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take any action needed to
implement and manage the lease agreement including seeking necessary approvals and
signing and execution of documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A8/12 - WILD WATER KINGDOM
Request for Approval of Paintball Facility. The owners of Wild Water
Kingdom have requested approval under the terms of the lease to
operate a paintball facility on the southerly portion of the leased lands.
(Executive Res.#8232/11)
Moved by: Gloria Lindsay Luby
Seconded by: John Parker
THAT pursuant to the lease agreement between Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority (TRCA) and Wild Water Kingdom Inc. (WWK), construction and operation of a
paintball facility and subletting or licensing of the facility at WWK be approved;
THAT the paintball facility shall be constructed in accordance with regulatory and permit
requirements of the City of Brampton, Region of Peel, TRCA and all other applicable
authorities;
THAT the paintball facility shall satisfy all of the requirements of the Province of Ontario
relating to health and safety, operation of an amusement facility and environmental
regulations and all other applicable authorities;
THAT WWK shall satisfy all terms and conditions as may be required by TRCA staff and
solicitor as necessary;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the action necessary
to permit the subletting including providing approvals and signing and execution of
documents, subject to staff being satisfied with the terms of the subletting or license.
CARRIED
SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
RES.#A9/12 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by: Glenn De Baeremaeker
Seconded by: Chin Lee
THAT Section II items EX8.1 - EX8.3, inclusive, contained in Executive Committee Minutes
#13/11, held on February 3, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
Section II Items EX8.1 - EX8.3, Inclusive
WILD WATER KINGDOM
(Executive Res.#8233/11)
KORTRIGHT VISITORS CENTRE RETROFIT PROJECT
(Executive Res.#8234/11 - Res.#B236/11)
CLIMATE CHANGE AND WATER RESOURCES: NATIONAL WATER ADAPTATION GUIDANCE
BEST PRACTICES COMPENDIUM
(Executive Res.#8237/11)
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SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD
RES.#A10/12 - SECTION IV- ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD
Moved by: Glenn De Baeremaeker
Seconded by: Colleen Jordan
THAT Section IV items AUTH8.1.1 - AUTH8.1.2, contained in xecutive Committee Minutes
#13/11, held on February 3, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
Section IV Items EX8.1.1 - EX8.1.2
DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL
Minutes of Meeting #1/12, held on January 12, 2012
PARTNERS IN PROJECT GREEN STEERING COMMITTEE
Minutes of Meeting #3/11, held on October 13, 2011
ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
RES.#A11/12 - ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
Moved by: Richard Whitehead
Seconded by: Chin Lee
THAT Ontario Regulation 166/06 items EX10.1 - EX10.43, inclusive, contained in Executive
Committee Minutes #13/11, held on February 3, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
NEW BUSINESS
RES.#Al2/12 - 4155 YONGE STREET
Moved by: Glenn De Baeremaeker
Seconded by: Jim Tovey
THAT staff report to Executive Committee Meeting #1/12, scheduled to be held on March
2, 2012, in regard to 4155 Yonge Street, Toronto.
CARRIED
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ANNUAL/INAUGURAL MEETING
The Chief Administrative Officer/Secretary-Treasurer, Brian Denney, assumed the Chair for the
Annual Meeting and conducted the 2012 Election of Officers.
APPOINTMENTS TO TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY FOR
2012-2013
The Secretary-Treasurer can advise that all the persons listed below have been duly appointed
and are entitled to sit as Members of this Authority for the 2012-2013 year, or until their
successors are appointed.
ADJALA-TOSORONTIO/MONO Glenn Mason
DURHAM Colleen Jordan
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Dave Ryan
TORONTO Paul Ainslie
Maria Augimeri
Ben Cachola
Ronald Chopowick
Vincent Crisanti
Glenn De Baeremaeker
Mujeeb Khan
Chin Lee
Gloria Lindsay Luby
Mike Mattos
Peter Milczyn
John Parker
Anthony Perruzza
Cynthia Thorburn
PEEL Bob Callahan
Chris Fonseca
John Sprovieri
Jim Tovey
Richard Whitehead
YORK David Barrow
Michael Di Biase
Jack Heath
Linda Pabst
Gino Rosati
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RES.#A13/12 - APPOINTMENT OF SCRUTINEERS
Moved by: Chris Fonseca
Seconded by: Jim Tovey
THAT Mr. Robert Rossow, Partner, Gardiner Roberts LLP and Mr. Paul Speck, Vice
President, AON Reed Stenhouse, be appointed as scrutineers for the election of officers,
if required.
CARRIED
CHAIR OF TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
Gerri Lynn O'Connor was nominated by Dave Ryan.
RES.#A14/12 - MOTION TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS
Moved by: Peter Milczyn
Seconded by: Ben Cachola
THAT nominations for the office of Chair of the Authority be closed.
CARRIED
Gerri Lynn O'Connor was declared elected by acclamation as Chair of Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority.
VICE CHAIR OF TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
Maria Augimeri was nominated by John Parker.
RES.#A15/12 - MOTION TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS
Moved by: Gloria Lindsay Luby
Seconded by: David Barrow
THAT nominations for the office of Vice Chair of the Authority be closed.
CARRIED
Maria Augimeri was declared elected by acclamation as Vice Chair of Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority.
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PRESENTATIONS
(a) Years of Service Award to Councillor Paul Ainslie.
(b) A presentation by Brian Denney, Chief Administrative Officer, TRCA, in regard to TRCA's
Strategic Overview.
RES.#A16/12 - PRESENTATION
Moved by: Maria Augimeri
Seconded by: Mike Mattos
THAT above-noted presentation (a) to Councillor Paul Ainslie for six years of service to
TRCA, and presentation (b) be received;
AND FURTHER THAT consideration of a proposed new logo for TRCA be deferred.
CARRIED
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11:50 a.m., on Friday, February 24, 2012.
Gerri Lynn O'Connor Brian Denney
Chair Secretary-Treasurer
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THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY#2/12
March 30, 2012
The Authority Meeting #2/12, was held in Weston Room B, Black Creek Pioneer Village,
on Friday, March 30, 2012. The Chair Gerri Lynn O'Connor, called the meeting to order at
9:38 a.m.
PRESENT
David Barrow 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. Member
Ben Cachola 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. Member
Ronald Chopowick 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. Member
Vincent Crisanti 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. Member
Michael Di Biase 9:40 a.m. 10:36 a.m. Member
Chris Fonseca 9:45 a.m. 10:36 a.m. Member
Colleen Jordan 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. Member
Mujeeb Khan 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. Member
Chin Lee 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. Member
Gloria Lindsay Luby 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. Member
Glenn Mason 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. Member
Mike Mattos 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. Member
Gerri Lynn O'Connor 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. Chair
Anthony Perruzza 10:02 a.m. 10:36 a.m. Member
Gino Rosati 9:40 a.m. 10:36 a.m. Member
Dave Ryan 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. Member
John Sprovieri 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. Member
Cynthia Thorburn 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. Member
Jim Tovey 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. Member
Richard Whitehead 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. Member
ABSENT
Paul Ainslie Member
Maria Augimeri Vice Chair
Bob Callahan Member
Glenn De Baeremaeker Member
Jack Heath Member
Peter Milczyn Member
Linda Pabst Member
John Parker Member
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RES.#A17/12 - MINUTES
Moved by: Ben Cachola
Seconded by: Glenn Mason
THAT the Minutes of Annual Meeting #1/12, held on February 24, 2012, be approved.
CARRIED
DELEGATIONS
(a) A delegation from Ms. Liz White, Director/Leader, Animal Alliance/Environment Voters,
speaking in regard to item AUTH7.1 - Double-Crested Cormorants.
(b) A delegation from Mr. Barry MacKay, Director, Zoocheck Canada, speaking in regard to
item AUTH7.1 - Double-Crested Cormorants.
RES.#A18/12 - DELEGATIONS
Moved by: Glenn Mason
Seconded by: Ronald Chopowick
THAT above-noted delegations (a) and (b) be received.
CARRIED
PRESENTATIONS
(a) Years of Service Awards were presented to staff.
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION
RES.#A19/12 - DOUBLE-CRESTED CORMORANTS
Management Strategy for 2012. Management of Double-crested
Cormorants at Tommy Thompson Park
Moved by: Glenn Mason
Seconded by: Ronald Chopowick
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THAT staff be directed to continue to work with the Cormorant Advisory Group to assist
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) in addressing management concerns
regarding colonial waterbirds at Tommy Thompson Park;
THAT staff be directed to work with the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, Canadian
Wildlife Service, and any other required regulatory agency to seek approval for the 2012
management strategy for colonial waterbirds at TTP;
THAT staff be directed to implement the proposed management strategy for 2012;
THAT staff be directed to continue to actively participate in local, regional and binational
committees/working groups addressing the management and protection of colonial
waterbirds and these groups be circulated the management strategy;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Authority annually regarding the
management of Double-crested Cormorants at Tommy Thompson Park.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Tommy Thompson Park (TTP) is an urban wilderness park located at the foot of Leslie Street in
the City of Toronto. It supports the largest colony of Double-crested Cormorants (DCCO) in the
Great Lakes Region, plus diverse communities of bird, fish, reptile, amphibian, mammal, and
vegetation species. It has been formally designated as a globally significant Important Bird
Area (IBA) and an Environmentally Significant Area (ESA #120). The Master Plan that guides
the development of TTP includes the goal of conserving and managing the natural resources
and environmentally significant areas of the park. While the DCCO colony adds to the diversity
of the park and is environmentally significant, there are concerns about the impacts of DCCO
on tree health and biodiversity in other areas at TTP.
TRCA began a process to ensure the TTP Master Plan goals and objectives were upheld and
the concerns are addressed. TRCA initiated the involvement of stakeholders and the public to
create a management strategy for DCCO at TTP. The process started in November 2007 with
the establishment of the Cormorant Advisory Group, and lead to the development of the 2008
Cormorant Management Strategy which was approved by the TRCA Board in 2008 as per
Resolution #A110/08:
THAT staff be directed to continue to work with the Cormorant Advisory Group to assist
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority(TRCA) in addressing management concerns
regarding colonial waterbirds at Tommy Thompson Park (TTP);
THAT staff be directed to work with the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, Canadian
Wildlife Service and any other required regulatory agency to seek approval for the 2008
management strategy for colonial waterbirds at TTP;
THAT staff be directed to implement the proposed management strategy for 2008;
THAT staff be directed to continue to actively participate in local, regional and binational
committees/working groups addressing the management and protection of colonial
waterbirds;
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AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Authority next year regarding the
management of Double-crested Cormorants at Tommy Thompson Park.
Since 2008 TRCA staff have annually sought approval from the TRCA Board to adopt the
management strategy and have subsequently reported back on the Strategic Approach at the
end of the breeding season:
• In 2009 as per Resolution #A22/09,
• In 2010 as per Resolution #A23/10, and
• In 2011 as per Resolution #A49/11.
The overall goal of the Double-crested Cormorant Strategic Approach, as established by the
Cormorant Advisory Group in 2007, is to achieve a balance between the continued existence of
a healthy, thriving cormorant colony and the other ecological, educational, scientific and
recreational values of TTP. The objectives of the Strategic Approach are to increase public
knowledge, awareness, and appreciation of colonial waterbirds; deter cormorant expansion to
Peninsula D; limit further loss of tree canopy on Peninsulas A, B and C; and continue research
on colonial waterbirds in an urban wilderness context. To achieve these goals and objectives
the five main management actions established in 2010 were carried throughout 2011
(Attachment 1).
The management techniques employed in 2011 have not changed significantly since
management began in 2008, with slight modifications. A professional tree service company
was hired in an attempt to improve inactive nest removal efficiency. However, due to unsafe
conditions resulting from poor tree health and nest height, it was determined that the existing
nest removal technique was the most efficient. The "2011 Management Summary and 2012
Management Strategy" provides details on management actions and is available upon request.
Pre-nesting deterrent techniques took place between March 29 and May 30, 2011 on Peninsula
C following the scale of escalating deterrents including active nest removal using the
conservative protocol for estimating embryo development prepared by the Humane Society of
the United States. Pre-nesting deterrents have been limited by nesting Black-crowned
Night-Herons (BCNH) and deterrents were not carried out on Peninsula B due to their
presence. Deterrents have focused on areas with healthier trees, and have avoided areas
traditionally occupied by BCNH to ensure they are not impacted by DCCO management.
Several post breeding deterrent sessions occurred in September throughout Peninsula C
following the fledging of chicks. The deterrents mainly took place within areas of heavy
roosting to decrease further impacts to tree health and limit prospecting behaviour. Human
presence and general contact with the roost tree proved to be sufficient to flush the majority of
DCCO from their loafing positions and did not require further escalation.
Public knowledge, awareness and appreciation for DCCO at TTP were improved through the
installation of a specialized camera that remotely uploaded pictures of the ground nesting
colony to the TTP website (www.trca.on.ca/birdcam). The camera provided staff, researchers
and the public with views of the colony over the course of the breeding season. A viewing blind
that was installed on Peninsula C was successful in providing the public with good views in
close proximity of the tree nesting areas without disturbing the birds. Additionally, staff
interpreted the colony at various public events, including a Colonial Waterbird hike at the
annual Spring Bird Festival.
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Overall, the 2011 Management Strategy was successful in meeting the objectives of the
Strategic Approach.
• Cormorants were effectively deterred from expanding their nesting areas beyond the
existing colonies, including onto Peninsula D;
• Ground nesting continues to increase and now represents 40 per cent of the entire TTP
DCCO population;
• Tree nesting has not significantly increased;
• Colonial waterbird research continued through the work of York University; and
• Public knowledge, awareness and appreciation of colonial waterbirds was improved
through targeted site interpretation by staff at various park events and formal hikes, as
well as the introduction of the web camera and a viewing blind.
In 2011 the DCCO population numbered 11,374 nests on three of four peninsulas. The
increase in nest numbers was mainly due to ground nesting on Peninsula B which increased 37
per cent from 2010. Overall the ground nest population has increased 351 per cent since
management efforts began in 2008 and in 2011, 40 per cent of the TTP DCCO nested on the
ground, therefore their nests are not affecting the tree health. In 2011 tree nesting increased by
11.5 per cent with only 48 new trees occupied by DCCO. Tree nesting appears to be levelling
off, with no significant increase in 2011 and no new areas were occupied by tree nesting
cormorants thereby helping to limit the further loss of forest canopy.
RATIONALE
An extremely high level of concern has been expressed regarding DCCO populations and their
management. Concerns have been raised from both sides, on the one hand calling for
management and the preservation of forest canopy, and on the other hand for protection of the
birds and their nesting colonies. TRCA has an obligation to manage Tommy Thompson Park
as directed by the Master Plan for Tommy Thompson Park as approved under the
Environmental Assessment Act. To meet the intent of the Master Plan, TRCA staff feel that there
is a strong rationale for undertaking a strategic approach to the management of Double-crested
Cormorants at Tommy Thompson Park.
Since November 2007, TRCA has involved stakeholders and the public in assessing the need
for management and developing a strategy for DCCO at TTP. Generally, throughout the
process there has been agreement that some form of management is appropriate, providing
that the methods are humane to cormorants and do not affect other wildlife.
To date, results from the annual population counts have shown an increase in the ground
nesting colony and a leveling off in the tree nesting colonies. This suggests that the pre- and
post-nesting deterrents that have taken place as part of the 2009 to 2011 Strategic Approaches
have been successful in changing the nesting behaviour of DCCO. Unfortunately, since there is
no control area in the colony, this hypothesis cannot be refuted or accepted. As such, TRCA
has developed an adaptive 2012 Strategic Approach (Attachment 2) that will focus on
monitoring and reduce the amount of active pre-nesting deterrents to help quantify the effect
deterrents have on increasing the ground nesting colony. The reduction in pre-nesting
deterrents within the tree nesting colony will help inform staff if deterrents are necessary to
achieve continued growth in the ground nesting colony, or if ground nest enhancements are
enough to achieve the continued increase.
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DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
A suite of techniques will be utilized in an integrated and adaptive approach to achieve the goal
and objectives of the 2012 Strategic Approach, which maintains the original goal and objectives
from 2008. Attachement 2 provides an overview of the 2012 Strategic Approach.
Increase Public Knowledge, Awareness and Appreciation
• TRCA website, including images from the remote camera. Improvements will be made
to photo cataloguing and photo interpretation so the public is more informed on the
status of nesting. Efforts will also be made to include video of nesting cormorants on
the website;
• Conduct interpretive tours for school and interest groups, and at TTP special events;
• Improve opportunities to view colonial waterbirds with viewing blinds and platforms;
• Present information at conferences and forums; and
• Participate in working groups on colonial waterbirds.
Inactive Nest Removal
• Remove nests from trees on Peninsulas B and C during the winter, prior to the breeding
season.
Enhanced Ground Nesting
• Place simulated natural nests in ground nesting areas on Peninsulas A and B;
• Deploy DCCO decoys and play auditory breeding calls to attract DCCO to ground nest
areas; and
• Erect predator exclosures to improve ground nesting success and colony
establishment.
Pre-nesting Deterrents
• The expansion of tree nesting DCCO beyond the existing colonies on Peninsulas B and
C will be prevented. Deterrents within the core of the tree nesting colonies on Peninsula
B and C will not be undertaken.
• DCCO will be prevented from nesting on Peninsula D;
• Deterrent techniques will remain the same as 2011 and employed on an increasing
scale of activity to ensure expansion of the tree nesting area does not occur; and
• Staff will monitor the effects deterrent activities have on the DCCO colony as well as on
non-target species.
Post-breeding Deterrents
• Deterrent activities will take place on Peninsula C and D to reduce loafing; and
• Techniques will be the same as 2011 and will be employed on an increasing scale of
activity.
Monitoring, Research and Reporting
• Undertake annual nest census for colonial waterbirds in late May;
• Conduct annual tree health surveys on Peninsulas A, B, C and D in late August;
• Continue to collaborate with York University on DCCO research;
• Complete annual summary report; and
• Meet with Cormorant Advisory Group to review data and discuss whether changes are
required for 2013.
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FINANCIAL DETAILS
Funds are available in the Tommy Thompson Park Interim Management account 210-19 in the
approved 2012 budget.
Report prepared by: Ralph Toninger, extension 5366; Karen McDonald, extension 5248
Emails: rtoninger @trca.on.ca; kmcdonald @trca.on.ca
For information contact: Ralph Toninger extension 5366
Email: rtoninger @trca.on.ca
Date: February 29, 2012
Attachments: 2
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Attachment 1
2011 Strategic Approach Matrix
Peninsula A Peninsula B Peninsula C Peninsula D
Inactive Nest
Removal (prior to * *
2011 breeding
season)
Enhanced Ground * *
Nesting
Pre-nesting * *
Deterrents
Post-breeding * *
Deterrents
Restoration * * *
Attachment 2
2012 Proposed Strategic Approach Matrix
Peninsula A Peninsula B Peninsula C Peninsula D
Inactive Nest
Removal (prior to * *
2012 breeding
season)
Enhanced Ground * *
Nesting
Pre-nesting * * *
Deterrents
Post-breeding * *
Deterrents
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RES.#A20/12 - WATERSHED COMMITTEES MEMBERSHIP CHANGES
Membership Changes to the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, the
Humber Watershed Alliance and the Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds
Coalition. To keep the Authority members abreast of the watershed
committees' membership changes which have occurred over the last
year.
Moved by: Chin Lee
Seconded by: Colleen Jordan
THAT the revised membership of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, the Humber
Watershed Alliance, and the Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition be approved.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The Terms of Reference for the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, the Humber Watershed
Alliance and the Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition, dated November 2009, were
approved at Authority Meeting #9/09, held on November 27, 2009. Section 5 of the Terms of
Reference sets out that the membership be reviewed on a annual basis and that any
resignations or recommendations for new members be presented to the Authority for approval.
Over the normal course of the watershed committees' terms, a number of members resign and
new members are brought on board.
The following tables identify the new appointments to the Don Watershed Regeneration
Council, the Humber Watershed Alliance and the Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition
which have been confirmed to date:
Don Watershed Regeneration Council - New Appointments
Member Representing
Susan Sigrist York Region Environmental Alliance
Margaret Casey Toronto Resident
Humber Watershed Alliance - New Appointments
Member Representing
Councillor Deb Schulte Regional Municipality of York
Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition - New Appointments
Member Representing
Glen Gumulka City of Mississauga Resident
Joe Silva Applewood Ratepayers Association
(Alternate to Boris Swedak) (City of Mississauga Resident)
JR Leo Evergreen
(Alternate to Kim Sellers - maternity leave)
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The following individuals have submitted their resignations and are thanked for their
contribution:
Don Watershed Regeneration Council
• Dianne Ness, Toronto Resident
• Gloria Marsh, York Region Environmental Alliance
• Reiko Obokata, York University
• Brian Bertie, TRCA
• Jonathan Veale, Toronto Resident
Humber Watershed Alliance
• Councillor Gino Rosati, Regional Municipality of York
• Paul Gardner, City of Vaughan
• Lori Capoccia, Vaughan Resident
• Arshad Ali, Brampton Resident
• Victoria Kramkowski-Epner, Toronto Resident
Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition
• Jaipaul Massey-Singh, City of Brampton Resident
Report prepared by: Lia Lappano, extension 5292
Emails: Ilappano @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Lia Lappano, extension 5292
Emails: Ilappano @trca.on.ca
Date: February 23, 2012
RES.#A21/12 - ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD HEARING
City of Mississauga New Official Plan (2011). Authorization to retain legal
counsel at the Ontario Municipal Board on appeals to the City of
Mississauga New Official Plan (2011).
Moved by: Chin Lee
Seconded by: Colleen Jordan
THAT authorization be given to Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff
to retain legal counsel to protect TRCA's interests before the Ontario Municipal Board
(OMB) regarding the City of Mississauga New Official Plan (2011);
THAT TRCA staff continue to work cooperatively with TRCA's municipal partners and the
appellants to ensure TRCA's interests are implemented as part of the OMB process;
AND FURTHER THAT the OMB and all parties to the hearing be so advised.
CARRIED
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BACKGROUND
On September 22, 2011, Region of Peel Council gave partial approval to the new Mississauga
Official Plan (2011) and directed Regional staff to issue a Notice of Decision. The appeal period
ended on October 27, 2011. The Region of Peel received 19 appeals to the Ontario Municipal
Board (OMB) regarding the partially approved Mississauga Official Plan (2011). Nine of the
appeals are to the entire Official Plan, and 10 appeals are site-specific.
TRCA staff were consulted and provided input to the new Official Plan. Staff is supportive of the
natural heritage, natural hazard land and floodplain management policies of the Plan. Some of
these proposed policies are being challenged by the appellants. In addition to having an
interest to support the City in defending their Official Plan policies, which are of mutual
importance to TRCA, there are two appeals that affect TRCA's policies and programs.
The Azuria Group represents 3150 Golden Orchard Dr., located at the south-west corner of
Golden Orchard Dr. and Dixie Rd. The appellant is appealing the Official Plan in its entirety.
The property has a special site-specific policy status under the old Official Plan that permits a
third apartment building on the southerly portion of the property, which is partially located
within the TRCA Regulated Area of the Etobicoke Creek Watershed. The Little Etobicoke Creek
valley runs along the south of the property. The new Official Plan designates part of the
property as "Natural Areas" and "Natural Hazards". The landowner is willing to withdraw the
appeal if the special site-specific policy is added back in the new OP to continue to permit
future development. It is within TRCA's interest to ensure that the future development on the
subject lands is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement (PPS 2005) and TRCA's Valley
and Stream Corridor Management Program (VSCMP) policies. Furthermore, the hazard lands,
floodplain and their associated buffers should be dedicated to a public agency for long-term
conservation and management. TRCA and City staff are working together to try to resolve the
appellant's issues prior to the OMB hearing.
White Elm Investments Ltd. represents 1450-1458 Dundas St. E., located south of Dundas St. E.
and east of Dixie Rd. The appellant is appealing the entire Official Plan and has stated
concerns with several specific policies related to natural heritage, natural hazard and floodplain
management policies. The subject property is located in an area that is potentially at risk to
flooding and as such, the City has designated the lands "Natural Hazards" within the new
Official Plan, but it is not within the TRCA Regulated Area. The appellant is concerned that
specific policies and schedules in the new Official Plan may preclude their proposed vision to
redevelop the lands. It is the interest of TRCA to ensure that future development on the subject
lands is consistent with the PPS 2005 and TRCA's VSCMP policies.
RATIONALE
A Pre-Hearing Conference meeting was held on February 17, 2012. TRCA staff attended and
were granted party status. Several dates have been set by the OMB to scope issues leading up
to a Second Pre-Hearing Conference in June 18, 2012. For the time being, staff level
involvement will be required during the scoping process until such time that staff identify a need
to engage legal counsel. TRCA staff consider TRCA's involvement to be critical in this hearing
to support the City of Mississauga New Official Plan (2011) policies related to natural heritage,
natural hazard lands and floodplain management, and to ensure future development on 3150
Golden Orchard Dr., and 1450-1458 Dundas St. E. are consistent with the PPS 2005 and the
TRCA's VSCMP policies.
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DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
Staff will continue to represent the interests of the TRCA during the scoping process. Should
the need arise, as a result of the scoping process, TRCA staff is requesting authorization of the
TRCA Authority to retain legal counsel to ensure TRCA's interests, as identified above, are
protected and addressed. TRCA staff and retained legal counsel would continue to work with
the parties and participants to the hearing in an attempt to resolve our issues, and to reduce
legal fees to the greatest possible extent.
Report prepared by: Leilani Lee-Yates, extension 5370
Emails: Ilee-yates @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Leilani Lee-Yates, extension 5370
Emails: Ilee-yates @trca.on.ca
Date: March 15, 2012
RES.#A22/12 - ROUGE NATIONAL URBAN PARK
Ratification of a Statement of Intent with Parks Canada to work towards a
recommendation on the park boundaries and to take the necessary steps
to establish the Rouge National Urban Park.
Moved by: Chin Lee
Seconded by: Colleen Jordan
THAT the "Statement of Intent-Towards Cooperation and Collaboration in the
Establishment of a National Urban Park in the Rouge Valley" be endorsed;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) request direction from the
Ministry of Infrastructure regarding the disposition of provincial lands conveyed to TRCA
in title or by management agreement for Rouge Park purposes;
THAT TRCA express its thanks to Minister Peter Kent for the support of the Government
of Canada to create the National Urban Park;
THAT TRCA express its thanks to Mr. Alan Wells, Chair of the Rouge Park Alliance for his
leadership in pursuit of the resolution of the governance and funding solutions for the
Rouge Park;
AND FURTHER THAT TRCA continue to offer its assistance to Parks Canada regarding
the transition period and provision of other services to Parks Canada after the National
Urban Park is established.
CARRIED
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BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #2/10, held on March 26, 2010, Resolution #A33/10 was approved. The
clauses of the resolution are repeated below, along with a brief summary of progress on each
respective component of the resolution. Members of the Authority may wish to look at the full
report on the web site for a more detailed background of the events leading up to the request
to the federal government.
THAT the Chair and Members of the Rouge Park Alliance be advised that Toronto and
Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) supports the following in response to the
recommendations of the "Governance, Organization and Finance Review of Rouge Park
Alliance, February 2010":
• the creation of a Rouge Federal Park on the lands shown as areas 1, 2 and 3 on
Schedule A attached;
• the development of the terms of a "Founding Deal", including, but not limited to the
elements of such a deal as shown in Schedule B attached;
• discussions wtih the Alliance to engage the federal and provincial governments in the
creation of the proposed federal park governance structure and creation of a joint
interpretive/educational centre for Rouge Park;
In June 2011, the Speech from the Throne set the direction for the Government of Canada to
establish a national urban park in the Rouge Valley. Other announcements by Minister Kent,
combined with initiatives by Parks Canada to host a visioning session and lead the preparation
of the Statement of Intent, confirm that the national urban park is beginning to take shape. It is
anticipated that the federal budget to be released on March 29, 2012 will contain provisions that
will advance the process to create the national urban park. By requesting the endorsement of
the Statement of Intent by the public agencies that own the land comprising the existing park,
Parks Canada is seeking to ensure that the lands required for the park will be available for
transfer at an appropriate time in the future.
THAT TRCA advise the Rouge Park Alliance that TRCA is prepared to serve as the
"Interim Transition Entity", as proposed in the Elements of a Founding Deal;
It will take some years to create the national urban park including the time required to prepare
and authorize a specific Act. Parks Canada may need some assistance during that period to
continue planning, development , programming and lease management within the park. TRCA
has expressed an interest in providing such assistance provided that cost recovery can be
achieved. It is anticipated that these discussions can be advanced after the federal budget has
been released. Given that the Province of Ontario has announced its decision to end
involvement in the Rouge Park Alliance at the end of July 2012, other provisions for the
management, coordination and priorization of activities in the park will need to be made.
THAT staff, in conjunction with the Chair of the Rouge Park Alliance, continue to pursue
an appropriate form of tenure in the remaining provincial lands that have been identified
as part of the Rouge Park;
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In the fall of 2011, the Province of Ontario confirmed its intention to transfer the east Markham
lands to TRCA , under a management agreement, thereby confirming that these lands will also
be available for inclusion within the national urban park. As some of the lands remain in the title
of the Province of Ontario, and many of the lands in TRCA's title came from the province, with a
condition that they be held for Rouge Park purposes, the Province of Ontario is a major
participant in the ongoing discussions with Parks Canada and will need to give TRCA
instructions on the process TRCA is to follow in making the lands available to Parks Canada.
THAT, if requested by the City of Toronto, staff be directed to explore the feasibility of
TRCA assuming the operation of the Glen Rouge Campground;
TRCA assumed management of the campground at the beginning of the 2011 season and it
operated successfully. Presumably, TRCA will continue to operate the campground for the 2012
season and staff is preparing to do so.
THAT staff be directed to pursue funding for the capital development of elements of the
Park, as approved by the Rouge Park Alliance and the respective municipalities, through
TRCA's budget process and other funding opportunities;
Substantial additional investment was secured through York Region as part of the
environmental enhancements required as a condition of approval for the south-east collector
for the York Durham sewer expansion project. This funding has enabled trail, bridge and habitat
projects. It is anticipated that about$3.5 million will be available from the Region of York over 3
years.
THAT staff be directed to update the existing Memorandum of Understanding between
the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR), Rouge Park Alliance and TRCA to provide for
the continued land assembly, planning, development and operation of the Park, while the
negotiations with the governments continue;
Given the decision by the Province of Ontario, as noted above, to withdraw from the Alliance as
of July 31,2012, the MOU will be terminated. TRCA will now be dealing directly with Parks
Canada and the other participants in the "Landholders Table" , in an effort to coordinate
planning and implementation priorities while the development of the national urban park
progresses. TRCA staff will endeavour to keep development of the park progressing, and
manage the various leases in the park, while the negotiations for the national urban park
continue.
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to continue to participate in discussions with the
Chair of the Rouge Park Alliance and representatives of the Town of Markham to respond
to the report of the Rouge Park Implementation Task Force, and in particular to develop a
strategy for the protection and restoration of heritage structures within the Park.
Protection of heritage structures within the park continues to be a challenge and will be the
subject of further negotiations among the parties. In the interim, TRCA seeks to secure and
maintain important structures within the limits of available funding. The Town of Markham has
offered some financial support for maintenance of two critical structures.
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RATIONALE
The request by Parks Canada for execution of the Statement of Intent is an encouraging step
forward in the creation of the Rouge National Urban Park. Parks Canada needs to know that the
various owners of public lands that comprise the park are prepared to make the lands available.
Parks Canada is well aware that there are many issues to be resolved, and questions to be
answered, before the actual conveyance of lands can take place. Parks Canada has provided
an overview of the process to be followed (Attachment 2) and has already begun to
demonstrate its commitment to an inclusive process of consultation.
Some of the major questions from TRCA's perspective are as follows:
• What are the exact boundaries of the park?
• What is the plan for the park?
• What is the process for community involvement in planning, implementation and operation?
• What, if any, is the ongoing role of TRCA within the Park,on behalf of Parks Canada?
• How will the Park interface with TRCA's other policy and program interests within the Rouge
Watershed?
• What is the investment that the federal government intends to bring to the Park in terms of
additional lands, capital and operating funding allocations?
• How will TRCA's many existing tenants be engaged and supported through the process of
development of the park?
• How will agriculture be encouraged to continue in the park and what forms will it take?
• How will the deterioration of heritage structures in the park be reversed?
• How will the momentum of park development and programming be maintained during the
process of development of the new Act and establishment of Parks Canada staffing within
the park?
• What are the expectations, if any, for ongoing financial contributions by the province of
Ontario, the municipalities, the TRCA and other participants who have brought the park to
the present situation?
• What impact will there be on TRCA's existing staff resources, both directly in the planning
and programming of the park, and indirectly in many of the park infrastructure development
and regeneration activities?
• Will there be private fundraising objectives that might compete with the TRCA's " Living City
Foundation"?
• What will be the role of the Toronto Zoo as a major attraction adjacent to the Park? (Parks
Canada has advised that there will be bilateral discussions with the City of Toronto and
Toronto Zoo).
• How will TRCA's Port Union waterfront project, scheduled for completion later this year,
serve as one of the "front doors" to the park and what are the implications for ownership and
maintenance responsiblity?
• How will the recently completed trails master plan be incorporated into the ongoing parks
planning process and similarly, what will be the process to integrate the original plan for
the Rouge Park, south of Steeles, the Rouge North Management Plan,the Bob Hunter
Memorial Park Plan and the plan for the East Markham lands into a consolidated plan for
the national urban park?
• As the existing Rouge Park Alliance winds down at the end of July, 2012, what type of
transitional governance structure will be required, if any, and what might the role of TRCA
be as the host for such a structure?
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Preliminary discussions with Parks Canada on these and many other questions and issues
have begun, but in the absence of a further direction and budget allocations to Parks Canada, it
is not possible to resolve them at this time. Optimistically, the federal budget scheduled for
delivery on March 29,2012, will provide more direction.
Report prepared by: Brian Denney, 416-667-6290
Emails: bdenney @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Brian Denney, 416-667-6290
Emails: bdenney @trca.on.ca
Date: January 24, 2012
Attachments: 2
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Attachment 1
Statement of Intent
Towards Cooperation and Collaboration in the Establishment of a National Urban Park in
the Rouge Valley
1. Purpose
1.1. The purpose of this Statement of Intent is to express commitment by the Participants to
work together towards a recommendation on the park boundaries and to take the
necessary steps that would be required to establish Rouge National Urban Park, subject to
the approvals process speoifiuto each participant.
2. Participants
• Government of Canada (represented by the Parks Canada Agency)
•
Province of Ontario Irepresented by the Ministry of Infrastructure)
• City of Toronto
•
Ton of Markham
• City of Pickering
• The Regional Municipality of York
• The Regional Municipality of Durham
• Toronto Region Conservation Authority
2.1 The Participants reached a shared understanding and wish to express their mutual
commitment and intentions as presented in the following document.
3. Background
3.1.The federal, provincial and municipal governments involved and the Toronto Region
Conservation Authority have supported Rouge Park and the Rouge Park Alliance since its
inception in 1994 and have provided financial resources, in recognition of the important
resources associated with the Rouge Valley, its unique 0000yytom, its rich historic and
cultural significance and the significant benefits it provides to the vitalities of communities
and their residents
3.2.The Rouge Park Alliance is a vol:untary partnership of various levels of government and
agencies whose mandate is to oversee and coordinate the implementation of the Rouge
Park Management Plans and be all advocate br the protection, enhancement, and
restoration of the Rouge River watershed
3.3. In 2010, the Rouge Park Alliance recommended the Rouge Park be granted,federal
designation to contribute to better management of the park lands and resources and
provide enhanced, accessible visitor experiences arid learning opportunities to the more
than seven million residents of the Greater Toronto Area,visitors to the region, as well as
all Canadians_ In 2010, each of the member organizations of the Rouge Park Alliance
endorsed the recommendation to seek federal designation for Rouge Park.
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3/1.The June 2O11 Speech from the Throne set the direction for the Government of Canada to
work with the provincial and municipal governments,Aboriginal partners, and com munhy
stakeholders towards establishing a national urban park in the Rouge Valley_
3.5. In January 2012,The Province of Ontario has expressed its desire to effect an orderl:y
transition of the operations, administration and management of Rouge Park in recognition
of the effort to establish Rouge National: Urban Park.
30 Rouge Park is located in an urban setting and requires flexibility to be responsive and
provide latitude to accommodate the relationship to adjacent urban land uses and
population and infrastructure reqUirements.
3.7. Participants share an interest in advancing a Rouge National Urban Park and are
committed to working together and with Aboriginal partneo, and community stakeholders
through a consultative and collaborative process to establish Rouge National Urban Park
under the stewardship of Parks Canada
4. Scope of Cooperation
4.1. Participants agree to work cooperatively to address issues of mutual interest, as outlined
be|ow, and other related matters that may emerge through the park establishment process:
• Identification of lands recommended to be included in or excluded from Rouge
National Urban Park,
• Rouge National Urban Park Concept;
• Recommend processes and conditions of any land transfer to Parks Canada subject
to obtaining all necessary approvals,
• Public communications,
• Transition measures as identified further in section 6;
• Re|ahmnahiptoodjao*mtLonduaee(indudingMheTuronto7moandBeonyRood
Landfill)and agricultural uses;
• Roles and recognition of the Participants under the new governance model; and
• Infrastructure and its future management.
5. Preliminary park concept
51 A national urban park is a new concept, which requires an innovative conservation and
management approach that is reflective of its near-urban context and provldes the flexibility
to manage a working landscape. This concept will be developed and guided by
consultations with a broad range of partners and otmkaho|ders, including the Participants.
5.2.Aligned with Parks Canada's mandate,the national urban park concept will include
conservation of natural and cultural heritage resourcos, opportunities for reaching and
increasing appreciation amongst an urban population, a wide range of visitor experience
possibilities and the integration and promotion of sustainable agriculture.
5.3. Boundaries will be defined based on an agreement with the Participants. To guide the wor
and facilitate identification of considerations and issues by the Participants, Parks Canada
has presented a map of the Study Area (Aonex!)that is under consideration for a potential
national urban park.
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6. Establishment Process
6.1_A Landholders Table was created in Fall 2011 by Park Canada to bring the Participants
together to conic to an agreement on park boundaries dands to be included or excluded
and the strategies and processes for the transfer of lands to Parks Canada subject to
obtaining the necessary approvals by each Participant.
0.2_ In parallel to this pnooess. Parks Canada is also engaging a broad group of partners and
stakeholders which includes the Participants, to consult on the vision and concept for the
park. Agreements that will come out of the Landholders table will be shared for input as
part of a broader public consultation process on the establishment of Rouge National Urban
Pork
63 The Landholders Table will develop an approach to coordinate various due diligence
pmo*esesand \heCpown'sdmtynfconsu|tohmns. ifony. ondonoonnmoda\ion. if
appropriate.
04 Transition measures will he developed to allow for interim governance of the park during
the establishment process and until a permanent governance structure is created and the
lands have been duly transferred to the managing authority Interim Management
Guidelines will also be developed to guide management until a Governing Framework is
adopted Roles of Patticipants as putt of the transition process as well as pail of the
permanent governance model for the national urban park will be determined_
7. Timing
7.1 Participants intend to work towards a land transfer agreement following presentation by the
Federal Government of a national urban park concept and confirmation of funding and
proposed boUndaries, to the satisfaction of the parties to the agreement.
7.2. Participants will work towards a target[and transfer agreement in place by Fall 2012
8. Legal Effect
This Statement of Intent is an expression of the mutual intentions of the Participants and is not
legally binding on them_
9. Appendices
1 Map of the Study Area under consideration by Parks Canada
2. Members of the Landholders Table
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Parks Canada Andrew Campbell (Chair) VP External Relations and
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Province of Ontario Bruce Singbush Director, Real Estate Policy
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Toronto Region Brian Denney Chief Administrative Officer
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City of Toronto John L Ivey Deputy City Manager
City of Pickering Thomas Melymuk Director, Office of
Sustainability
Town of Markham Andy Taylor Chief Administrative Officer
Region of York Bruce McGregor Chief Administrative Officer
Region of Durham Nester Chornohay Dir. Strategic Planning
Rouge Park Alan Wells Chair
Alliance
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RES.#A23/12 - AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Mentoring to Placement for Environmental Professionals Program (M2P).
The Mentoring to Placement Program audited financial statements and
Management letter for the period April 1, 2011 to November 30, 2011 are
presented for Authority approval.
Moved by: Chin Lee
Seconded by: Colleen Jordan
THAT the Mentoring to Placement Program audited financial statements and management
letter, as presented, be approved, signed by the Chair and Secretary-Treasurer of Toronto
and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA), in accordance with the Ministry of Citizenship
and Immigration Bridging Projects - Project Audit Guidelines.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Funded by the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration (MCI), since 2009 Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority (TRCA) has been delivering the Mentoring to Placement to assist
internationally trained environmental professionals to access training and employment
opportunities in their field. As part of its project audit guidelines, MCI requires Authority
approval of the M2P financial statements and management letter, as attached, as verification
that the financial information in the audit report is complete and accurate.
The accounting firm of Grant Thornton LLP, has completed its audit.
RATIONALE
The approval of the Statement of Revenue and Expenditures attests to the following:
• Project funding has been solely applied to costs directly related to the Project;
• Deferred revenue refers to receipt of cash in advance of rendering a good or service and
while initially recorded as cash coming in, is also a liability because the organization has an
obligation;
• Funding and/or expenditures from other sources, not directly related to this project, have
not been included in the report;
• Reported expenditure is net of HST rebates;
• Shared costs have been properly apportioned to the Project;
• The Project bears full responsibility for absorbing any project deficits;
• Project funds that were provided to the Project prior to their immediate need were
maintained in an interest-bearing account; and
• Interest earned on Project funding has been credited to the Project.
The Authority is responsible for ensuring that management fulfills its responsibilities for financial
reporting and is ultimately responsible for reviewing and approving the financial statements.
The attached management letter confirms that management and the Authority have fulfilled
their responsibilities, as determined in the transfer payment agreement dated May 13, 2009.
For Information contact: Marisa lorfida-Sdao, extension 5582;
Rocco Sgambelluri, extension 5232
Emails: miorfida-sdao @trca.on.ca; rsgambelluri@trca.on.ca
Date: March 02, 2012
Attachments: 2
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Attachment 1
GrantThomton
Independent auditor's report
on compliance witA agreement
Grant Th,ornton LLP
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We have audited the Mentoring to Placement for Einnronmental Professionals Program's
statement of revenues and eHpenclituires report of the Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority for the period from Apnl [.2011 to November 30.2011,for compliance with
the criteria established by the terms and conditions described in sections 4 6, 5 1,5_3,6.2,
6 3 and 7_1 of the Funding Agreement dated June 1,2009 and the amending agreement
dated Much 11,2010 issued by the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration("the Funding
Agreement') Compliance with the criteria established by the provisions of the Funding
Agreement is the responsibility of the management of the Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority Our responsibility is to express an opinion on this compliance
based on our audit.
We conducted our audit in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing
standards. Those standards require that we plan and perform an audit to obtain reasonable
assurance whether the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority complied with the
criteria established by the provisions of the Funding Agreement referred to above Such
an audit includes=mining,on a test basis,evidence supporting compliance,e-Taluatnig
the overall compliance with the Funding Agreement,and where practicable assessing the
accounting principles used and significant esanri Les made by main eernent.
In our opinion_the statement of revenues and expenditures is in compliance_in all material
respects,with the criteria established by provisions described in sections 4.6,3 1,5 3. 6.2,
6.3 and 7.1 of the Funding Agreement.
910,444-7/.1 `1,1P
Markham,Ontario Chartered Accountants
February 27,2012 Licensed Public Accountants
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APPENDIX I
LABOUR MARKET INTEGRATION UNIT
STATEMENT OF REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORT
FOR THE REPORTING PERIOD ENDED: November 30' 2U11
(Please refer to your Schedule B for the Reporting Period)
Organization Name: Toronto and Region Conservation Authority(TRCA1
Organization contact: James Di'lane.Director Finance and Business Develooment
Name: Mahsa |odhda'Sdao Telephone#: 416-661-6600 ext.5582
Project Name: mwnxo,inmtn Placement for Environmental Professionals P,nnrzm
PROJECT REVENUE
Approved Carryover Funding from Previous Reporting Period(s) $ 48^900
Ministry Funding for audit period as per Schedule B 1Apr11 —Nov 3oau1,) 207'272
Interest Earned on Ministry Funding 303
Total Revenue for the audit period as per Schedule B priI 1— ov 30 p011)
(A) $ 256,561
DEFERRED REVENUE
| Deferred Revenue for audit period as per Schedule B | $ 0
PROJECT EXPENDITURE
Total Expenditure (8) $ 256,561
Unspent funding (C) '
I verify that the above financial information is correct and that:
• Project funding has been solely applied to costs directly related to the Project:
• Deferred Revenue refers to receipt of cash in advance of rendering a good or service and
while initially recorded as cash coming in. is also a liability because the organization has
an obligation
• Funding anchor expenditures from other sources, not directed related to this p,ojwnt, have
not been included in the Report:
• Reported expenditure is net of HST rebates:
• Shared costs have been properly apportioned to the Project;
• The Project bears full responsibility for absorbing any project deficits:
• Project funds that were provided to the Project prior to their immediate need were
maintain in an interest-bearing account: and
• Interest earned on Project funding has been credited to the Project.
On Behalf of Toronto and Reqion Conservation Authority:
Chair Date
Secretary-Treasurer Date
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Attachment 2
(TORONTO AND REGION
'j nsL r tion
for The Living City
office
of the
Chat,-
March 30, 2012
Ms. Julia Pemberton
Senior Program Advisor
Ministry of Citizenship & Immigration
Labour Market Integration Unit
400 University Ave., 3rd Floor
Toronto, ON M7A 2R9
Dear Ms. Pemberton:
This management representation letter is provided in connection with our audited
financial statements of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's (TRCA)
Mentoring to Placement Program (M2P) for the year ended November 30, 2011. The
financial statements of the TRCA's Mentoring to Placement Program are the
responsibility of management and have been approved by the Authority, the board of
TRCA.
The financial statements have been prepared by management in accordance with
Canadian Generally Accepted Accounting Policies. Management has determined that
its choice of accounting policies supporting the amounts presented on the financial
statements, are presented fairly, in all material respects.
TRCA maintains systems of internal accounting and administrative controls of high
quality. Such systems are designed to provide reasonable assurance that the financial
information is relevant, reliable and accurate and that TRCA's operations are
appropriately accounted for and assets are adequately safeguarded.
All transactions have been recorded in the accounting records and are reflected in the
financial statements. All liabilities have been reviewed by management in consultation
with its external auditor Grant Thornton LLP. There are no material liabilities or
contingencies as at the date of this report.
Significant assumptions used by management in making accounting estimates,
including those measured at fair value, are reasonable and approved by the Authority.
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The effects of uncorrected misstatements are immaterial, both individually and in the
aggregate, to the financial statements as a whole.
This letter confirms that management and the Authority have provided: access to all
information to the external auditors of which they were aware of that is relevant to the
preparation of the financial statements, such as records, documentation and other
matters; additional information that was requested by the external auditors for the
purpose of the audit, and provided unrestricted access to persons within the entity who
would be determined necessary to provide audit evidence.
The Authority is responsible for ensuring that management fulfills its responsibilities for
financial reporting and is ultimately responsible for reviewing and approving the
financial statements. This letter confirms that management and the Authority have
fulfilled their responsibilities, as determined in the transfer payment agreement dated
May 13, 2009.
Signed: Brian Denney
Chief Administrative Officer/Secretary-Treasurer
Signed: Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Chair
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RES.#A24/12 - GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE ONTARIO COALITION
Progress Update. Green Infrastructure Ontario Coalition, founded in 2009
by TRCA and partners, takes its case for green infrastructure to Queen's
Park in March 2012.
Moved by: Chin Lee
Seconded by: Colleen Jordan
WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) objectives for Healthy
Rivers and Shorelines, Regional Biodiversity and Sustainable Communities are
dependent on a system of natural spaces, stream corridors and green infrastructure;
AND WHEREAS green infrastructure includes natural vegetation and vegetative
technologies in urban and rural settings;
AND WHEREAS TRCA has played an important role in the formation and development of
the Green Infrastructure Ontario Coalition;
AND WHEREAS the Green Infrastructure Ontario Coalition has produced a report entitled
"Health, Prosperity and Sustainability: The Case for Green infrastructure in Ontario" which
advocates for provincial government investment and policy for green infrastructure;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA staff continue participating on the Green
Infrastructure Ontario Coalition steering committee and with staff support to further
explore and advocate for the legislative and policy protection for green infrastructure in
Ontario;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Authority with progress as this initiative
continues.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #8/09, held on October 23, 2009, Resolution #A177/09 was approved, in
part, as follows:
...THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA staff be authorized to participate on the
Green Infrastructure Ontario Coalition Steering Committee to explore the issues of
legislative and policy protection for green infrastructure in Ontario;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Authority with progress on this initiative.
In 2009, TRCA was approached by an emerging coalition of industry groups and
nongovernmental organizations to participate in defining the need for, and further developing, a
proposal to the Province of Ontario for enhanced recognition and protection of green
infrastructure. The Green Infrastructure Ontario Coalition is a non-incorporated coalition of
industry groups, nongovernmental organizations, academic institutions, educators, citizens,
companies and local governments. Key partners include: Green Roofs for Healthy Cities-
North America Inc., Local Enhancement &Appreciation of Forests (LEAF), Landscape Ontario
Horticultural Trades Association, Ontario Parks Association, Evergreen and Ontario Association
of Landscape Architects (OALA).
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The mission of this group is to develop a provincial vision and associated policy
recommendations to create green jobs, clean the air and water, conserve energy, improve
overall health and well-being, and increase access to local food in our urban areas through
significant investment in and protection of green infrastructure. Typically, the definition of
`infrastructure' is constructed pipes, treatment plants and roads. There is growing recognition
that this traditional infrastructure is supported by green infrastructure. The Green Infrastructure
Coalition seeks to expand the definition of infrastructure in Ontario to include green
infrastructure - natural vegetation and vegetative technologies in urban settings such as: urban
forests, greenroofs, green walls, greenspaces like turf and manicured areas, rain gardens and
bioswales, community gardens, natural and engineered wetlands, stormwater ponds as well as
permeable surfaces and soil that supports the vegetation. In urban landscapes, abundant, well
supported and maintained green infrastructure is critical to securing ecosystem services
needed for sustainable communities, an important component of the TRCA Living City Vision.
As of March 2012, representatives from seven organizations make-up the steering committee
and more than 80 additional groups and companies have joined as coalition members.
Workshops have been delivered in five communities across the province engaged 216 people,
and an on-line survey of professionals was completed by another 200. This consultation was
paired with an extensive literature review and legislative and policy scan to create a report
entitled "Health, Prosperity and Sustainability: The Case for Green infrastructure in Ontario".
TRCA has been pivotal in this success and has the expertise to continue our substantial role in
the leadership of this coalition and movement.
A program evaluation conducted by an external consultant in early 2012 demonstrates that the
Green Infrastructure Ontario Coalition is well-respected by professionals in related sectors, who
view its continued existence as a necessity for the Province of Ontario.
Substantial in-kind contributions were made by TRCA in 2010, 2011 and early 2012 including
senior staff time on the steering committee and additional staff time spent volunteering at
events and reviewing a draft report.
RATIONALE
Ontario has made some important progress towards a more sustainable energy industry with
the Green Energy Act. Hundreds of millions of dollars in infrastructure investment decisions are
being made to strengthen Ontario's economy and prepare for future challenges. As it currently
stands however, very little public investment and policy change is being directed towards green
infrastructure at the provincial level. The coalition has invited a number of organizations to
contribute to the development of a vision and scope to address real and perceived challenges
for green infrastructure in the province. There is a growing recognition that green infrastructure
not only performs many of the functions of gray infrastructure, it also complements it by
extending the serviceable life of pavement and other built infrastructure. Moreover, green
infrastructure provide numerous additional social, economic and environmental benefits. All of
these benefits have been well established through research and are consistent with the
mandate and The Living City Vision of TRCA.
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The Recent report produced by the Green Infrastructure Coalition entitled "Health, Prosperity
and Sustainability: The Case for Green infrastructure in Ontario" provides a compelling rational
for increased support for green infrastructure.This report provides six important
recommendations as follows:
1. Change the government definition of public infrastructure to incorporate green
infrastructure;
2. Fund green infrastructure projects through various mechanisms including fees,
incentives and government support;
3. Capture opportunities to incorporate green infrastructure into existing legislation,
policy and programs;
4. Improve intergovernmental coordination and cooperation regarding green
infrastructure;
5. Assemble a group of experts to gather information on existing research and
programs, and create a comprehensive plan to eliminate barriers and develop
provincial targets for green infrastructure; and
6. Establish a research and development fund to support green infrastructure planning,
evaluation and implementation activities
The coalition fills an important gap by helping to promote provincial government support for
local action and investment in green infrastructure. TRCA is well situated to continue to play an
important role in the coalition. There are numerous synergy's between the findings of the
coalition report and many existing TRCA programs including low impact development, natural
systems planning and urban forest studies. TRCA's expertise in green infrastructure and
sustainable city building and strong leadership skills are critical to the success of the coalition.
Together we are moving towards a common goal: livable and sustainable communities.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
The coalition will spend much of the coming year promoting the report and moving the
recommendations forward. This should provide excellent opportunities for collaboration as
TRCA continues to advance its own green infrastructure initiatives including promotion of low
impact development, sustainable neighbourhood retrofit action plans, sustainable technology
evaluations and natural system and urban forest planning.
The coalition will also be focusing on government relations, coalition-building and member
engagement. Monthly e-updates, presentations and workshops will be delivered. In addition,
the committee and staff person will develop a strong governance model as well as plans for
sustainability and member engagement. The program evaluation conducted by an external
consultant as part of the coalition's agreement with Ontario Trillium Foundation, will help guide
our work.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
The coalition was successful in securing a grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation to support
activities in 2010 and 2011. The Trillium funding has been spent and the coalition is now relying
on supplementary funding ($3,000 each) from steering committee members. TRCA will
continue to provide funds and/or in-kind services to the coalition.
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Report prepared by: Colleen Cirillo, extension 5338
Emails: ccirillo @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Deb Martin-Downs, extension 5706
Emails: dmartin-downs @trca.on.ca
Date: March 19, 2012
RES.#A25/12 - INLAND FILL
Humber Watershed Clean Topsoil Placement Projects. Recommends
approval to place clean topsoil on TRCA-owned tablelands located at
three locations within the Humber Rive watershed.
Moved by: Mike Mattos
Seconded by: Jim Tovey
THAT approval be granted for placement of clean topsoil on Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority (TRCA)-owned tablelands at three locations in the Humber
Watershed as identified as sites 1, 2 and 3 in this report dated March 2, 2012, for
purposes of creating sound and visual attenuation landforms, enhancing wetland
interpretive habitat features and restoring forest cover;
THAT the placement of clean topsoil be subject to all required municipal, regional and
provincial approvals and appropriate consultation with the local communities;
THAT the funds received as compensation for receiving the clean topsoil be allocated to
offset project costs, for future restoration and habitat enhancements within the property
and for general TRCA purposes;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the action necessary
to implement the clean topsoil placement projects including obtaining needed approvals
and the signing and execution of documents.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
TRCA staff has identified three (3) distinct parcels of tableland that will be enhanced by
importing and strategically placing clean surplus topsoil. Each location allows unique
opportunities to enhance existing conditions in terms of one or more of the following: visual and
sound screening, habitat enhancement or reforestation.
TRCA staff is working to complete detailed construction implementation design drawings
showing how each site will be enhanced by placing locally available clean surplus topsoil.
TRCA staff have been informed that multiple sources of clean surplus topsoil will be available
this spring to complete the regeneration objectives in a timely manner and generate the
necessary revenue to offset project costs and future costs associated with the restoration of the
site. TRCA will implement a fill quality control program to ensure and confirm that all topsoil
placed on TRCA-owned property meets Ministry of Environment Residential Parkland criteria.
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Upon completion of the fill placement and grading phase of the projects and subject to
available revenues, TRCA staff will implement naturalization and regeneration plantings as part
of an overall restoration plan. Staff view these functions as assets to the future protection of the
tablelands and its restored habitats.
TRCA archaeology staff will complete an assessment and provide clearance requirements for
each site. Final design configuration for fill placement will be subject to the findings of a
scheduled archaeological assessment and any recommendations to protect important cultural
heritage assets. In addition, public input via local advisory committee's will be taken into
consideration prior to project implementation.
Site 1
The table land site is located within Claireville Conservation Area, on the west side of McVean
Drive, north of Ebenezer Road in the City of Brampton. TRCA is currently working to refine a
design for a 3 metre high linear berm to create a physical and visual boundary between the
Claireville urban agriculture tract which will be the future site for the expansion of the Farm Start
McVean Incubator Farm and the adjacent urban developments. The berm project has been
presented at meetings of the Claireville subcommittee of the Humber Watershed Alliance and
members were given the opportunity to review and comment on the berm design who
supported the berm project as a means to keep intrusion away from the farm project.
Additionally, staff and the Claireville subcommittee advisory committee will have an opportunity
to review and comment on the detailed design drawings for the site. The structure will require
approximately 40,000 cubic metres of topsoil.
Site 2
The site is located along the western edge of Claireville, south of Queen Street. The site is
approximately 8 hectares of open table land above the West Humber River. The site is
dominated by non-native grasses, with some exotic, invasive shrubs and a few scattered tree
saplings (<10%). The site is poorly drained clay soil (Peel Series).
A successful reforestation project in conjunction with topsoil placement along the western edge
of Claireville Conservation Area, immediately adjacent to the industrial area along Deerhurst
Drive, has a variety of potential benefits:
• establishing a visual barrier and a buffer between the conservation area and heavy industry
to the west, reducing noise, dust and pollutants entering the park;
• establishing a significant forest patch which would augment an existing forest stand and
improve forest connectivity.
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A topsoil placement project would represent an opportunity to address some of the
reforestation challenges of this area. The site's heavy clay soils and poor drainage contribute to
poor tree survival and growth. This could be amended through the addition of at least 1.5 to 2
m of good quality fill with a composition and texture that will remain well or moderately-well
drained. Also, addition of this amount of fill would eliminate the existing grass and shrub
competition. Vegetation would still need to be managed for successful reforestation. However,
competition control would be simplified: exposed soil would provide an opportunity for
successful establishment of a desirable cover crop; and competing vegetation would initially
consist primarily of annuals and not be well-established, improving management options and
the likelihood of their success. Improved soil conditions and decreased competition would
increase seedling growth rates, important in successfully establishing tree cover and initiating
the transition to a closed canopy forest.
Staff anticipates the site could accommodate between 80,000 and 120,000 cubic metres of
topsoil. Staff will need to negotiate an access agreement with a private landowner currently
occupying land between Deerhurst Drive and TRCA property.
Site 3
The 1.8 hectare open table land site is located on the east side of Cold Creek Road, 1.3 km
north of Kirby Road in the community of Nashville, City of Vaughan.
The attached concept design illustrates how the existing table lands will be enhanced by
importing and strategically placing clean surplus soil. It is the opinion of staff that this is an
opportunity to create wetland and interpretive opportunities while creating the foundation for
diverse habitat and public features. Upon completion of the fill placement and grading phase
of the project and subject to available revenues, TRCA staff will complete site trails, plantings
and associated landscaping as shown on the attached layout plan. It is anticipated that the
design will accommodate approximately 60,000 cubic metres of topsoil.
RATIONALE
TRCA staff has completed similar projects with considerable success. Examples of these
successful projects include: Kleinburg New Forest North (Hwy 27 & Islington Ave), the berm on
Kortright Centre for Conservation tablelands off Pine Valley Drive; Boyd North Pit rehabilitation
off Rutherford Road; berming along Intermodal Drive and Highway 407 within Claireville
Conservation Area; the berming along the new Markham By-Pass east of Ninth Line; and,
berming and wetland complex development at Boyd North (along Islington Avenue north of
Rutherford Road).
Staff see this regeneration work as a benefit to all involved as the surplus fill along with the
financial compensation will allow for the creation of habitat opportunities and public features on
the property.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
Subject to Authority approval, regional and municipal approvals, archaeology clearance,
Ministry of Natural Resources Species at Risk Screening and public consultation, TRCA staff
will undertake the process of requesting proposals from qualified contractors to supply and
place the clean topsoil and complete the projects.
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FINANCIAL DETAILS
The funds received as compensation for placement of the clean topsoil will be allocated to
offset project costs, for future restoration and habitat enhancements within the property and for
general TRCA purposes.
Report prepared by: David Hatton, extension 5365
Email: dhatton @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: David Hatton, extension 5365
Email: dhatton @trca.on.ca
Date: March 2, 2012
Attachments: 3
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RES.#A26/12 - GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
Maria Pandolfo, Yolanda Pandolfo, Cathy Campione, Laura Pandolfo and
Guiseppe Pandolfo. Donation of land located west of Pine Valley Drive,
north of Major Mackenzie Drive, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of
York, under the "Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2010-2015", Flood
Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River watershed.
Moved by: Chin Lee
Seconded by: Colleen Jordan
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) accept the donation from Maria
Pandolfo, Yolanda Pandolfo, Cathy Campione, Laura Pandolfo and Guiseppe Pandolfo of
13.4 hectares, (33.2 acres), more or less, consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of
vacant, ecologically sensitive land being Part of Lots 23 and 24, Concession 7, City of
Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, (rear of 10390 Pine Valley Drive);
THAT an income tax receipt is to be made available to Maria Pandolfo, Yolanda Pandolfo,
Cathy Campione, Laura Pandolfo and Guiseppe Pandolfo for the appraised value of the
donated lands in accordance with the guidelines set out by the Canada Revenue Agency;
THAT TRCA be responsible for its own costs associated with completion of this
transaction;
THAT arrangements be made for the management and protection of the archaeological
site located on the property to the satisfaction of TRCA staff;
THAT TRCA receive conveyance of the lands free from encumbrance subject to existing
service easements;
THAT TRCA extend its appreciation and thanks to Maria Pandolfo, Yolanda Pandolfo,
Cathy Campione, Laura Pandolfo and Guiseppe Pandolfo for their generous donation;
THAT TRCA grant a conservation easement to the Oak Ridges Moraine Land Trust;
THAT Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer
tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the action necessary
to complete the transaction including obtaining any needed approvals and the signing
and execution of documents.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Resolution #A94/10 at Authority Meeting #5/10, held on June 25, 2010, approved the
Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2011-2015.
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The property municipally known as 10390 Pine Valley Drive has been owned by the Pandolfo
family since 1980. The property is 28 hectares (70 acres) in size and the Pandolfos have
decided to generously donate the rear 13.4 hectares (33.2 acres) to TRCA. The remainder of
the property will be subject to a future residential development.
Approximately 77% of the donated property is forested with the remainder being naturally
regenerating old farm field. Located in this former farm field is an archaeological site known as
the Skandatut Site (AIGv-193). This site is located on the top of a large knoll. The knoll is
completely surrounded by steep slopes with the top of the knoll being approximately 4 hectares
in size. This site has been identified as a large First Nations village site dating to ca. 1580 to
1615 A.D. and is thought to be one of the last Huron-Wendat sites in this area prior to their
migration to Huronia.
In consultation with TRCA staff, the Oak Ridges Moraine Land Trust has conducted
negotiations with the property owners and their solicitor Justin Mooney of Davis LLP, Barristers
and Solicitors. As a result, the owners have signed a Donation Agreement with TRCA. The Oak
Ridges Moraine Land Trust has requested a conservation easement in their favour registered
on title.
When the appraisal process is completed pursuant to the Ecological Gift Program, TRCA will
issue the ecological gift receipt for 100%value of the donation to Maria Pandolfo, Yolanda
Pandolfo, Cathy Campione, Laura Pandolfo and Guiseppe Pandolfo.
Attached is a plan which shows the location of the subject lands.
RATIONALE
The subject property contains the valley corridor of Cold Creek which is a tributary of the
Humber River and located in the East Humber sub-watershed. A portion of the property is
designated as the Sprengel's Area Environmentally Significant Area and is located within TRCA'
s Target Terrestrial Natural Heritage System. The subject property is also located adjacent to
the Glassco Park property which is owned by the Ontario Heritage Trust and managed by
TRCA.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
The necessary application to Environment Canada for designation of the property as Ecological
Sensitive must be submitted. An appraisal of the donated lands must be completed and
submitted to Environment Canada for approval in compliance with the Ecological Gifts
Program.
TRCA staff will work with Pandolfo, Huron-Wendat and the City of Vaughan to develop a plan
for the protection and management of the archaeological site located on the property.
TAXES AND MAINTENANCE
Based on TRCA's preliminary review of the environmental criteria for lands that are eligible to
receive a property tax exemption under the provincial Conservation Land Tax Incentive
Program, it would appear that a portion of the subject property would be eligible for exemption
for the 2013 taxation year. The addition of the subject parcel of land will not significantly impact
TRCA's maintenance costs at this location.
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FINANCIAL DETAILS
Funds for the costs related to this purchase are available in the TRCA land acquisition capital
account.
Report prepared by: Mike Fenning, extension 5223
Emails: mfenning @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Mike Fenning, extension 5223
Emails: fenning @trca.on.ca
Date: March 16, 2012
Attachments: 1
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RES.#A27/12 - TORONTO URBAN FARM AT BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE
Approval to enter into a lease agreement with Everdale Organic Farm and
Environmental Learning Centre for the purpose of establishing the
Toronto Urban Farm that will develop a locally based, ecologically
sustainable and economically viable agricultural enterprise on Toronto
and Region Conservation Authority land at Black Creek Pioneer Village.
Moved by: Chin Lee
Seconded by: Colleen Jordan
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) enter into a lease agreement
with Everdale Organic Farm and Environmental Learning Centre for approximately eight
acres of land and farm house (Braeburn House) located at Black Creek Pioneer Village,
City of Toronto;
THAT the term of the lease agreement not exceed five years with the option of renewal;
THAT the agreement be on terms and conditions satisfactory to TRCA solicitors and staff;
AND FURTHER THAT the authorized TRCA officials be directed to take whatever action
may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and
signing and execution of any documents.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The concept of the Toronto Urban Farm at Black Creek Pioneer Village (BCPV) was developed
in 2002. Shortly thereafter, TRCA requested support from the City of Toronto Parks, Forestry
and Recreation Department to realize the concept. In 2004, TRCA and the City of Toronto
formed a memorandum of management for eight acres of land located at the southeast corner
of Jane Street and Steeles Avenue, in the City of Toronto (Attachment 1). The City was given
management responsibility over this parcel of TRCA-owned land for the establishment of an
organic urban farm.
Since 2004, the Toronto Urban Farm at BCPV has contributed to the local food system in the
Greater Toronto Area (GTA). The Toronto Urban Farm has also been successful in promoting
social equity and food security in one of Toronto's most vulnerable communities by:
• Engaging over 100 youth and community members in urban organic farming;
• Providing skills and leadership development opportunities;
• Fostering greater interaction among community members;
• Providing jobs and meaningful work for the local community; and
• Providing increased opportunities for access to fresh and healthy foods.
In 2010 and 2011, to help TRCA meet its 40 percent local food procurement target for its
facilities, the Toronto Urban Farm supplied fresh produce to BCPV Food Services which was
used in the meals served to visitors.
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In 2011, as part of the City of Toronto's 2012 operating budget process, it was recommended
by City Council that the Toronto Urban Farm no longer be funded by the City of Toronto, and
that the eight acre site, including Braeburn House, a heritage house located on site, formally be
turned back to TRCA for future management. The farm and house were officially turned back to
TRCA December 31, 2011.
Request for Proposals
The Toronto Urban Farm provides an excellent opportunity for TRCA to demonstrate its
commitment to developing sustainable communities through growing local food and
community engagement. In search of a new agricultural partnership, TRCA issued a Request
for Proposals on January 10, 2012 to lease the farm house and eight acres of land at BCPV.
The Request for Proposals closed on January 27th, 2012. It was circulated to approximately
150 agricultural and food related organizations/individuals and was advertised in the North York
Mirror and Vaughan Citizen between these dates. A total of five proposals were received. In
addition, two expressions of interest were received but not considered due to the fact they did
not meet the submission deadline.
The following organizations submitted a proposal for establishing a farm operation at the
Toronto Urban Farm:
1. Summerhill Group
2. Rosenkrantz Sustainable Agriculture
3. The Greenhouse Eatery
4. Everdale Environmental Learning Centre
5. The Fresh Veggies
Evaluation Criteria
TRCA staff have evaluated each proposal based on five main criteria listed below:
• Promote social equity, health and food security in the Jane and Finch community by
providing opportunities for increased accessibility to fresh, healthy and affordable foods;
• Creating jobs and meaningful work for the local community;
• Provide education, skill development, training and leadership opportunities;
• Help TRCA meet its local food procurement targets by providing fresh produce to BCPV
and other TRCA food services; and
• Build connections between the community and TRCA programs and facilities.
RATIONALE
Of the five proposals received, representatives from three of the short-listed proposals were
interviewed. TRCA staff recommends that Everdale Organic Farm and Environmental Learning
Centre, a registered non-profit charitable coporation, be selected to further negotiate a lease
agreement for the use of land and farm house at BCPV. Everdale Organic Farm and Learning
Centre is a teaching farm located in Hillsburg, Ontario that provides hands-on, solution-based
food and farming education to build and engage healthy local communities. Everdale will also
investigate options to make approximately one acre at the Toronto Urban Farm accessible for
garden use by the community.
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Strengths of this partnership are summarized below:
• Everdale's 10 year track record of delivering organic farming and successful educational
programming related to farming and local food;
• Everdale's existing working relationship with TRCA which dates back to the development of
a Feasibility Study for The Living City Farm at Kortright and the development of TRCA's
Sustainable Near-Urban Agriculture Policy;
• Everdale's strong commitment to delivering TRCA's objectives (identified above); and
• Strength of proposed partnerships: Everdale is committed to working with various high
profile organizations which will work together to add value to the farm project. The following
is a list of proposed partners and their contributions towards the Toronto Urban Farm:
FoodShare: to offer programming that enhances community access to healthy local food.
York University: to develop an urban farming internship that could carry university credit and
conduct research and assist with project monitoring.
Ryerson University: to develop an urban farming internship that could carry university credit
and help organize design charrettes.
Housing Services Corp: to establish a centralized urban agriculture hub for the social housing
community at the Toronto Urban Farm and utilize the farm to launch food related enterprises,
leveraging existing programs in the low income community.
Fresh City Farms: to increase production capacity at the Toronto Urban Farm and provide
training opportunities for new farmers.
African Food Basket: to increase education and production capacity at the Toronto Urban
Farm and improve community access to affordable, culturally appropriate and healthy food.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
• Negotiate a lease agreement with Everdale Organic Farm and Learning Centre;
• Develop a long term action/vision plan for the farm once a lease agreement has been
negotiated;
• Organize an end of season harvest event;
• Develop a food procurement strategy for BCPV Food Services; and
• Pilot a Farmers' Market at BCPV for this season.
FINANCIAL DETAILSThe proponent is expected to finance the operation. TRCA will provide
in-kind services related to project planning, marketing and promotion.
Report prepared by: Sonia Dhir, extension 5291
Emails: sdhir @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Gary Wilkins, extension 5291
Emails: gwilkins @trca.on.ca
Date: March 19, 2012
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RES.#A28/12 - WEST NILE VIRUS PROGRAM
Annual Report -West Nile Virus Vector Mosquito Larval Monitoring and
Surveillance - 2011. Summary of the 2011 West Nile Virus Monitoring and
Surveillance program and receipt of the annual report 'West Nile Virus
Vector Mosquito Larval Monitoring and Surveillance- 2011'.
Moved by: Mike Mattos
Seconded by: Chin Lee
THAT the annual report'West Nile Virus Vector Mosquito Larval Monitoring and
Surveillance - 2011' be received;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff be directed to circulate
the annual report to the public health units of the regional municipalities of Peel, Durham,
York and the City of Toronto;
THAT TRCA staff be directed to continue to participate in the Regional West Nile Virus
Advisory Committees for Peel, Durham, York and the City of Toronto;
AND FURTHER THAT TRCA staff be directed to continue West Nile virus larval mosquito
monitoring in wetlands and stormwater management ponds on TRCA-owned land during
the 2012 summer season.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
West Nile virus (WNV) is a seasonal disease known in Canada since 2001. Two key mosquito
species, Culex pipiens and Culex restuans, are the primary species responsible for spreading
the disease to humans in Ontario. The level of WNV activity and risk of exposure depends on
the number of infected bird hosts and WNV positive pools of vector mosquitoes in a given year.
It is difficult to predict the vector mosquito activity for a given year since their population
dynamics change from year to year, vary across jurisdictions and are influenced by a number
of environmental factors. WNV management is focused on prevention and control and is
collectively undertaken by the provincial, regional and municipal health agencies in Ontario.
As a major owner of natural lands, including substantial wetland areas, the TRCA has had an
interest in the WNV issue. As a measure of due diligence and at the request of regional health
units, TRCA has been monitoring larval mosquito populations in TRCA's natural wetlands and
selected stormwater management ponds (SWMPs) since 2003. The objective of the monitoring
has been to identify preferred breeding sites of the two key mosquito species, estimate the
level of risk, and reduce human exposure to WNV by taking appropriate measures like
housekeeping activities (grading small depressions, garbage removal) and larviciding, if
necessary. TRCA's WNV program activities include public education and outreach activities,
collaborating with the regional health units and conducting mosquito larval surveillance on
TRCA-owned lands. The data collected over the years has been beneficial in guiding
management decisions related to wetland protection and creation, land management planning
and has assisted the public health agencies with their public education and outreach
campaigns.
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At Authority Meeting #4/11, held on April 29, 2011,Resolution #A71/11 was approved, in part,
as follows:
THAT the Annual Report on West Nile Virus Vector Monitoring and Surveillance in Toronto
and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) wetlands and stormwater management ponds
in 2010 be received;...
...AND FURTHER THAT TRCA staff be directed to continue West Nile Virus (WNV) vector
larval mosquito monitoring in wetlands and stormwater management ponds on TRCA
owned land during the 2011 summer season.
As per the Authority Resolution, the WNV surveillance and monitoring activities were again
implemented in 2011. The following summarizes these activities and results:
Summary of WNV Program Activities for 2011
• TRCA's WNV program continued to implement its three-pronged approach including public
education and outreach, collaboration with public health units, and larval monitoring and
surveillance on TRCA properties.
• Public education and outreach activities in 2011 focused on updating and distribution of
WNV related information and addressing public and staff inquires on WNV and standing
water complaints. TRCA received a total of 10 standing water complaints in 2011, of which 7
were associated with TRCA properties. The complaint sites associated with TRCA
properties were investigated and monitored throughout the field season, however, none of
these sites required larvicide treatment.
• Collaborations with regional health units required TRCA staff to attend regional health WNV
committee meetings, share collected WNV data, and notify WNV vector hotspots.
• TRCA received an Order on April 7, 2011 from the Medical Officer of Peel Regional Health
under the Health Protection and Promotion Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. H.7 to assist with the
implementation of control measures to reduce the number of mosquito larvae in the Heart
Lake Wetland Complex in Brampton. The Heart Lake Wetland Complex continued to be an
area of concern for WNV; in total three sites within the Heart Lake Wetland Complex were
treated with larvicide by the Peel Health Department in 2011. It is anticipated that TRCA will
receive another Order from the Peel Regional Medical Officer in 2012.
• WNV larval surveillance and monitoring was undertaken in 37 wetlands and 9 SWMPs
across the TRCA jurisdiction from May 30th to September 6th, 2011 to identify mosquito
species distribution, abundance and population composition. Each site was sampled four
times during the field season. For each site an assessment of the densities of each
mosquito species was conducted.
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Summary of Results Obtained in 2011
The sampling season in 2011 yielded a total of 8233 larvae which is the second highest number
since the program started (the highest number was recorded in 2010 with 9398 larvae). A total
of 6784 mosquito larvae were collected from wetlands and 1449 mosquito larvae were collected
from SWMPs. As in previous years the wetland habitats sampled supported a greater diversity
of the mosquito population with 13 different mosquito species being found in wetlands while
only 7 species were found in SWMPs.
Among the wetland sites, 53.9% of the larvae collected were non-vector species (i.e. the
species generally not responsible for spreading the virus to humans), while the remaining
46.1%were vectors (i.e. species most commonly found to spread the virus to humans). The
predominant non-vector species was Culex territans (53.1%), and the predominant vector
species was Culex pipiens (31.4%). The percentage of Culex pipiens collected from the
wetlands was higher in 2011, however this increase was influenced by an exceptionally high
number of Culex pipiens collected on August 2, 2011 at Grenadier Pond in High Park (this was
19.7% of total number of larvae collected in all wetlands combined). If the Grenadier Pond site
was removed from the data set, a higher majority (71.5%) of the larvae collected from wetlands
would be non-vector species. The exceptionally dry summer in 2011 also contributed to the fact
that many Culex pipiens were collected. Due to lack of precipitation, small wetland habitats
turned into shallow, warm, and organic-rich pools of water which are favorable breeding sites
for this species. WNV risk assessment resulted in three sites being identified as areas of
concern for WNV vector larvae among the wetland sites. Larvicide treatments were applied to
two of these sites including Grenadier Pond in High Park and Lacey's Pond in Altona Forest.
One site (Goldfish Pond at Tommy Thompson Park) was not treated due to its sensitivity
(presence of species at risk) and the late seasonal timing of its discovery as a"hotspot".
Among the SWMPs sites, vector species comprised 83.5% of the mosquito population, while
the non-vectors made up the remaining 16.5%. Culex pipiens which represented 73.6% of the
mosquito larvae collected was the predominant vector species found in SWMPs. Culex territans
, the only non-vector species found in the SWMPs, comprised 16.5% of the mosquito
community. WNV risk assessment resulted in two SWMP sites (SWMP 279.1 and L'Amoreaux
Park North Pond) being identified as areas of concern for WNV vector larvae. The SWMP 279.1
was larvicided by Durham Public Health Unit and L'Amoreaux Park North Pond was treated by
the Public Health Division in the City of Toronto.
Overall, the results from 2011 monitoring and surveillance have indicated that localized WNV
hotspots continue to occur on TRCA properties. From 2003 to 2010, the numbers of human
WNV cases have declined in Ontario. However, in 2011, the number of human WNV cases in
Ontario rose to 64 compared to 1 case in 2010, 4 cases in 2009 and 3 cases in 2008. Within the
TRCA jurisdiction, there were 30 reported human WNV cases in 2011: 24 cases in the City of
Toronto, 3 cases in Peel Region, 2 cases in Durham Region, and 1 case in York Region. It is
difficult to predict when and where a WNV vector hotspot might occur, or the severity of
exposure to humans in a given year. Therefore, having a larval monitoring program in place is
crucial for identifying potential risk on TRCA properties. Risk prevention relies on identifying the
areas of concern for WNV and following up with proper intervention measures.
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One notable finding in 2011 was the presence of a non-vector species, Uranotaenia sapphirina,
which is considered rare in southern Ontario. This species is generally found in the eastern
United States but is appearing more in our samples, with the first record being found in 2010.
A copy of the Annual Report: "West Nile Virus Vector Mosquito Larval Monitoring and
Surveillance - 2011" will be available on the corporate website (www.trca.on.ca; key word: West
Nile Virus) for reference. Copies will be provided to members upon request.
RATIONALE
The overarching rationale for undertaking WNV larval monitoring is that a variety of wetland
habitats on TRCA properties such as marshes, woodland pools and ponds have the potential to
provide breeding habitats for mosquitoes because of the permanent availability of water. As
the largest landowner in the Toronto region, TRCA has used the WNV monitoring and
surveillance activities as a means of ensuring "due diligence" and to proactively manage the
WNV issue on their properties. The approach taken -to identify the presence of WNV
associated mosquito species has ensured that larvicide has only been applied to sites with
potential risk. Based on the number of sites assessed by TRCA on an annual basis, this
approach has been found to be a cost effective alternative to wider scale preventative larvicide
application.
Staff anticipate continued requests from the public for actions to be taken to address perceived
mosquito breeding in standing water on TRCA-owned lands that are close to their properties,
and from the regional health departments to help determine the sensitivity of natural areas for
the purpose of larviciding. TRCA's WNV program also helps to identify vector numbers and
high density sites. The identification of isolated sites with high density of mosquitoes associated
with WNV in wetlands and stormwater ponds warrants the ongoing annual monitoring and
surveillance program.
Further, the data collected through the program has been received with interest from
researchers at York University who have been involved with modeling WNV occurrence with
respect to various factors including climate change.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
Staff will continue surveillance activities at approximately 45 sites on TRCA-owned lands and
will continue to liaise with regional health units and participate in WNV advisory committees
throughout the 2012 field season. Staff will continue to respond to public inquiries on WNV and
reports of standing water on TRCA property, in addition to providing general information for
both the public and staff on WNV. Standing water complaints will be reviewed and addressed
following the TRCA's Standing Water Complaint Procedure. Staff will continue to identify sites
of concern for WNV on TRCA property through larval monitoring and advise other TRCA
Sections on maintenance or management duties required to reduce the number of potential
breeding sites for mosquitoes.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Funding for the 2012 WNV surveillance and monitoring activities is available under the Regional
Watershed Monitoring Program with capital funding support from the regions of York, Peel and
Durham and the City of Toronto. A small amount of revenue is generated (approximately$1200)
by the program on an annual basis through the provision of mosquito larvae identification
training for Regional Health staff.
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Overall this funding will be sufficient to support the 2012 surveillance field work and staff
support to liaise with the regional health units and to respond to complaints. The funding is not
however expected to cover any costs associated with control measures if deemed necessary. If
larviciding or site remediation is required as a control measure, the associated costs will be
covered through TRCA Land Management funding.
Report prepared by: Scott Jarvie, extension 5312
Emails: sjarvie @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Jessica Fang, extension 5665
Emails: jfang @trca.on.ca
Date: January 27, 2012
RES.#A29/12 - GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
Town of Caledon (formerly Cancian Construction Ltd.), CFN 45439.
Purchase of property located west of Mount Hope Road, south of Old
Church Road, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel, under the
"Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2011-2015", Flood Plain and
Conservation Component, Humber River watershed.
(Executive Res.#82/12)
Moved by: Michael Di Biase
Seconded by: Glenn Mason
THAT 6.19 hectares (15.30 acres), more or less, of vacant land being Part of Lot 20,
Concession 7 ALBION and designated as Blocks 15, 21 and 22 on Plan 43M-1837, Town
of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel, located west of Mount Hope Road, south of
Old Church Road, be purchased from the Town of Caledon;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive conveyance of the land
free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements;
THAT the firm of Gardiner Roberts LLP, Barristers & Solicitors, be instructed to complete
the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental
to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary action
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals and execution of
documentation.
CARROED
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RES.#A30/12 - GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
Town of Caledon (formerly Alliance Palgrave Inc.), CFN 45480. Purchase
of property located west of Mount Hope Road, north of Pine Avenue -
Palgrave, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel, under the
"Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2011-2015", Flood Plain and
Conservation Component, Humber River watershed.
(Executive Res.#83/12)
Moved by: Michael Di Biase
Seconded by: Glenn Mason
THAT 14.61 hectares (36.10 acres), more or less, of vacant land being Part of Lots 27 and
28, Concession 7 ALBION and designated as Blocks 30, 31, 37 and 38 on Plan 43M-1828,
Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel, located west of Mount Hope Road, north
of Pine Avenue - Palgrave, be purchased from the Town of Caledon;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive conveyance of the land
free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements;
THAT the firm of Gardiner Roberts LLP, Barristers & Solicitors, be instructed to complete
the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental
to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary action
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals and execution of
documentation.
CARRIED
RES.#A31/12 - GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
Town of Caledon (formerly Sunshine Estates), CFN 37841. Purchase of
property located east of Regional Road No. 50 and south of Buckstown
Trail - Palgrave, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel, under
the "Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2011-2015", Flood Plain and
Conservation Component, Humber River watershed.
(Executive Res.#84/12)
Moved by: Michael Di Biase
Seconded by: Glenn Mason
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THAT 1.99 hectares (4.92 acres), more or less, of vacant land being Part of Lot 28,
Concession 7 ALBION and designated as Block 13 on Plan 43M-1827, Town of Caledon,
Regional Municipality of Peel, located east of Regional Road No. 50 and south of
Buckstown Trail - Palgrave, be purchased from the Town of Caledon;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive conveyance of the land
free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements;
THAT the firm of Gardiner Roberts LLP, Barristers & Solicitors, be instructed to complete
the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental
to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary action
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals and execution of
documentation.
CARRIED
RES.#A32/12 - GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
Town of Caledon (formerly Camp Villas Corporation), CFN 38075.
Purchase of property located west of the Mount Hope Road unopened
road allowance, south of Columbia Way and north of King Street- Bolton,
Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel, under the "Greenlands
Acquisition Project for 2011-2015", Flood Plain and Conservation
Component, Humber River watershed.
(Executive Res.#85/12)
Moved by: Michael Di Biase
Seconded by: Glenn Mason
THAT 14.46 hectares (35.74 acres), more or less, of vacant land being Part of Lot 9,
Concession 7 ALBION and designated as Blocks 144 and 146 on Plan 43M-1586, Town of
Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel, located west of the Mount Hope Road unopened
road allowance, south of Columbia Way and north of King Street- Bolton, be purchased
from the Town of Caledon;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive conveyance of the land
free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements;
THAT the firm of Gardiner Roberts LLP, Barristers & Solicitors, be instructed to complete
the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental
to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
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AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary action
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals and execution of
documentation.
CARRIED
RES.#A33/12 - BOB HUNTER MEMORIAL PARK
Award of Sole Source Contracts, Forest Planting Contracts to
Nongovernmental Organizations. Recommends award of sole source
contracts for Phase Three implementation of the natural forest NGO
planting in Bob Hunter Memorial Park per the Southeast Collector
agreement with the Regional Municipality of York.
(Executive Res.#86/12)
Moved by: Michael Di Biase
Seconded by: Glenn Mason
THAT a sole source contract for Phase Three of the natural forest planting at Bob Hunter
Memorial Park be awarded to Friends of the Rouge Watershed (FRW) at a total cost not to
exceed $100,000.00, plus HST;
THAT a sole source contract for phase three of the natural forest planting at Bob Hunter
Memorial Park be awarded to 10,000 Trees for the Rouge Valley at a total cost not to
exceed $19,800.00, plus HST;
THAT both contracts be on terms and conditions satisfactory to Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the action necessary
to implement the contracts including obtaining needed approvals and signing and
execution of documents.
CARRIED
SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
RES.#A34/12 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by: Dave Ryan
Seconded by: David Barrow
THAT Section II items EX8.1 - EX8.7, inclusive, contained in Executive Committee Minutes
#1/12, held on March 2, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
Section II Items EX8.1 - EX8.7, Inclusive
NAMING OF STEELES WEST STATION
(Executive Res.#87/12)
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ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD HEARING
(Executive Res.#88/12)
MEADOWCLIFFE DRIVE EROSION CONTROL PROJECT
(Executive Res.#89/12)
LOTUS NOTES SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
(Executive Res.#810/12)
DELL ESX SERVER AND VMWARE UPGRADES
(Executive Res.#811/12)
ENERLIFE CONSULTING INC. AGREEMENT. Annual renewal of the agreement
(Executive Res.#812/12)
RESISTANCE BOARD WEIR IN DUFFINS CREEK
(Executive Res.#813/12)
SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD
RES.#A35/12 - FREEDOM OF INFORMATION
Summary of 2011 Requests and Appointment of Information and Privacy
Officer. Provides a summary of requests under the Municipal Freedom of
Information and Protection of Privacy Act and advises of the appointment
of Information and Privacy Officer.
Moved by: Richard Whitehead
Seconded by: Michael Di Biase
THAT the report dated February 29, 2012, on summary of 2011 freedom of information
requests and appointment of information and privacy officer, be received.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
TRCA is subject to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Staff
reports to the Information and Privacy Commission annually on the number and type of
applications received each year. The following summarizes activity in 2011.
RATIONALE
In 2011, TRCA received 48 requests for information under the Act. This continues the pattern of
an increasing number of requests over the past 10 years. In the period 2001 to 2006, TRCA
received fewer than 5 requests each year. From 2007 to 2011, the average was 23 annually.
In 2012, the trend to increasing requests seems likely to continue as there have been 12
requests in the first two months this year.
All of the requests related to "general records" as opposed to "personal information". The latter
relates to requests by individuals about information that TRCA has concerning the applicant
personally. Of the 48 requests for general information, 10 requests were from individuals and
38 from businesses.
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Of the 48 requests received in 2011, 83% were responded to within the 30 day limit required
under the Act. Five requests took between 31 and 60 days and three requests took 61 to 90
days. Extensions were needed in most cases because of the volume of records to be searched
and prepared. In one case, a third party circulation delayed TRCA's response.
Of the 48 requests, all information was disclosed in 16 situations. In 25 situations, no records
existed so there was no disclosure. In 7 situations, the request was withdrawn or abandoned.
In 8 of the 16 situations where all the general information was disclosed, personal information
was removed for privacy purposes. Examples of the personal privacy exemption being applied
include copies of cheques which may be on file and personal telephone numbers.
In 2011, about 50% of requests were from planning, environmental and technical consultants
seeking information about specific properties. This is an increasing trend. In many cases, no
records existed and the applicants were so advised. Also, TRCA receives many requests about
permit and planning applications which, once approved by the Executive Committee, are a
matter of public record.
The Act requires that a $5 fee be included with each application. Also, the Act allows TRCA to
charge for photo copies (20 cents/page) and search and preparation time ($30/hour). In 2011,
TRCA collected fees of$1,445.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
Requests under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy(FOI) Act are
dealt with by the Director, Finance and Business Services, who is designated as TRCA's
Information and Privacy Officer. TRCA is also subject to the provisions of the federal Personal
information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
In 2011, responsibility for TRCA's records management function was moved from Finance and
Business Services Division to the CAO's Office. The Manager, Chair and CAO's Office, is
responsible for the minutes of board meetings and other official records of TRCA. With the
retirement of the Manager, Corporate Records, staff chose to reorganize and move
responsibility for the records function to the Manager, Chair and CAO's Office.
Administration of the FOI Act is part of the corporate records function and as such has been
moved to the CAO's Office. Under the FOI Act, the "head" of an organization is responsible for
the FOI function and may delegate that responsibility. The Chair of TRCA is the "head" and,
effective April 1, 2012, has designated the Manager, Chair and CAO's Office, as TRCA's
Information and Privacy Officer, the person responsible for dealing with FOI requests on behalf
of TRCA.
Report prepared by: Jim Dillane, extension 6292
Emails: jdillane @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Jim Dillane, extension 6292
Emails: jdillane @trca.on.ca
Date: February 29, 2012
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RES.#A36/12 - WATERSHED COMMITTEE MINUTES
Moved by: Richard Whitehead
Seconded by: Michael Di Biase
THAT Section IV items AUTH8.2.1 and AUTH8.2.2 in regard to Watershed Committee
Minutes, be received.
CARRIED
Section IV Items AUTH8.2.1 - AUTH8.2.2
DON WATERSHED REGERATION COUNCIL
Minutes of Meeting #2/12, held on February 2, 2012
ETOBICOKE-MIMICO WATERSHEDS COALITION
Minutes of Meeting #4/11, held on November 17, 2011.
RES.#A37/12 - SECTION IV- ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD
Moved by: Gloria Lindsay Luby
Seconded by: Vincent Crisanti
THAT Section IV item EX9.1 - Ire-Yonge Developers Inc., 4155 Yonge Street, contained in
Executive Committee Minutes #1/12, held on March 2, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
RES.#A38/12 - ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
Moved by: Richard Whitehead
Seconded by: Chin Lee
THAT Ontario Regulation 166/06 items EX10.1 - EX10.41, inclusive, contained in Executive
Committee Minutes #1/12, held on March 2, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 10:36 a.m., on Friday, March 30, 2012.
Gerri Lynn O'Connor Brian Denney
Chair Secretary-Treasurer
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DOUBLE-CRESTED CORMORANTS
Management Strategy for 2012
WATERSHED COMMITTEES MEMBERSHIP CHANGES
Membership Changes to the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, the Humber Watershed
Alliance and the Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition.
ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD HEARING
City of Mississauga New Official Plan (2011)
ROUGE VALLEY NATIONAL URBAN PARK
Parks Canada Statement of Intentions
AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Mentoring to Placement for Environmental Professionals Program (M2P)
GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE ONTARIO COALITION
PROGRESS UPDATE
INLAND FILL
Humber Watershed Clean Topsoil Placement Projects
GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
Maria Pandolfo, Yolanda Pandolfo, Cathy Campione, Laura Pandolfo and Guiseppe Pandolfo
TORONTO URBAN FARM AT BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE
GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
Town of Caledon (formerly Cancian Construction Ltd.)
CFN 45439
GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
Town of Caledon (formerly Alliance Palgrave Inc.)
CFN 45480
GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
Town of Caledon (formerly Sunshine Estates)
CFN 37841
GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
Town of Caledon (formerly Camp Villas Corporation)
CFN 38075
NAMING OF STEELES WEST STATION
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ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD HEARING
Tribute (Unionville) Limited - 20 Fred Varley Drive Limited
20 Fred Varley Drive
Town of Markham, Regional Municipality of York
MEADOWCLIFFE DRIVE EROSION CONTROL PROJECT
Contract RSD12-03
LOTUS NOTES SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
Award of Sole Source Contract for Consulting Services
DELL ESX SERVER AND VMWARE UPGRADES
Award of Sole Source Contract
ENERLIFE CONSULTING INC. AGREEMENT
BOB HUNTER MEMORIAL PARK
Award of Sole Source Contracts, Forest Planting Contracts to Nongovernmental Organizations
RESISTANCE BOARD WEIR IN DUFFINS CREEK
PRESENTATIONS
1 Staff Years of Service Awards.
2 A presentation by Jessica Taliana and James Christie in regard to Lyme Disease.
APPLICATIONS FOR PERMITS PURSUANT TO ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses
APPLICATIONS FOR PERMITS PURSUANT TO ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses
APPLICATIONS FOR PERMITS PURSUANT TO ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses
ADDED ITEMS
FREEDOM OF INFORMATION
Summary of 2011 Requests and Appointment of Information and Privacy Officer
WEST NILE VIRUS PROGRAM
Annual Report -West Nile Virus Vector Mosquito Larval Monitoring and Surveillance- 2011
WATERSHED COMMITTEE MINUTES
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DON WATERSHED REGERATION COUNCIL
Minutes of Meeting #2/12, held on February 2, 2012
ETOBICOKE-MIMICO WATERSHEDS COALITION
Minutes of Meeting #4/11, held on November 17, 2011
IRE-YONGE DEVELOPERS INC., 4155 YONGE STREET
Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Applications
City of Toronto, North York Community Council Area
IRE-YONGE DEVELOPERS INC., 4155 YONGE STREET
Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Applications
City of Toronto, North York Community Council Area
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THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY#3/12
April 27, 2012
The Authority Meeting #3/12, was held in Weston Room B, Black Creek Pioneer Village,
on Friday, April 27, 2012. The Chair Gerri Lynn O'Connor, called the meeting to order at
9:34 a.m.
PRESENT
Maria Augimeri Vice Chair
David Barrow Member
Ben Cachola Member
Bob Callahan Member
Ronald Chopowick Member
Vincent Crisanti Member
Glenn De Baeremaeker Member
Michael Di Biase Member
Colleen Jordan Member
Mujeeb Khan Member
Gloria Linday Luby Member
Glenn Mason Member
Mike Mattos Member
Gerri Lynn O'Connor Chair
Linda Pabst Member
John Sprovieri Member
Cynthia Thorburn Member
Jim Tovey Member
Richard Whitehead Member
ABSENT
Paul Ainslie Member
Chris Fonseca Member
Jack Heath Member
Chin Lee Member
Peter Milczyn Member
John Parker Member
Anthony Perruzza Member
Gino Rosati Member
Dave Ryan Member
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RES.#A39/12 - MINUTES
Moved by: Maria Augimeri
Seconded by: Michael Di Biase
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #2/12, held on March 30, 2012, be approved.
CARRIED
DELEGATIONS
(a) A delegation by Ms. Marianne Yake, President, Richmond Hill Naturalists, speaking in
regard to item AUTH8.4 - Ontario Municipal Board Mediation Proposed Resolution.
(b) A delegation by Ms. Karen Cilevitz, Chair, David Dunlap Observatory Defenders Inc.,
speaking in regard to item AUTH8.4 - Ontario Municipal Board Mediation Proposed
Resolution.
(c) A delegation by Ms. Mona Matteo, resident, Toronto, speaking in regard to mute swan
concerns at Queens Quay.
RES.#A40/12 - DELEGATIONS
Moved by: Ronald Chopowick
Seconded by: David Barrow
THAT above-noted delegations (b) and (c) be added to the agenda and heard.
CARRIED
RES.#A41/12 - DELEGATIONS
Moved by: David Barrow
Seconded by: Michael Di Biase
THAT above-noted delegations (a) and (b) be received.
CARRIED
RES.#A42/12 - DELEGATIONS
Moved by: Bob Callahan
Seconded by: Linda Pabst
THAT above-noted delegation (c) be received.
CARRIED
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SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION
RES.#A43/12 - LAKEVIEW WATERFRONT CONNECTION PROJECT
Stockpile Clean Fill -Arsenal Lands, City of Mississauga. Approval to
stockpile clean fill generated by the Region of Peel, and potentially the
City of Mississauga, on TRCA-owned property at the Arsenal Lands, City
of Mississauga, in Advance of the Environmental Assessment for
Lakeview Waterfront Connection Project.
Moved by: Jim Tovey
Seconded by: Richard Whitehead
THAT approval be granted to stockpile clean fill generated by the Regional Municipality
of Peel, and possibly the City of Mississauga, on Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority (TRCA)-owned property at the Arsenal Lands, City of Mississauga, in advance
of the Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Lakeview Waterfront Connection (LWC)
Project;
THAT approval to stockpile clean fill be subject to terms and conditions satisfactory to
TRCA staff and solicitor as necessary;
THAT authorized officials be directed to take the action needed to implement the
stockpiling of clean fill including, obtaining necessary approvals and the signing and
execution of documents.
AND FURTHER THAT staff continue to work cooperatively with City of Mississauga staff
to support, and move forward with, the Arsenal Lands Master Planning and
Implementation process during, and following, the LWC EA process, and the subsequent
implementation of the LWC Project.
AMENDMENT
RES.#A44/12
Moved by: Jim Tovey
Seconded by: Richard Whitehead
THAT the following be inserted after the main motion:
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back at Authority Meeting #4/12, scheduled to be held
on May 25, 2012, on the feasibility of including in TRCA's 2013 Region of Peel budget a
request for $2 million in special funding for rehabilitation of the Arsenal building.
THE AMENDMENT WAS CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED
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THE RESULTANT MOTION READS AS FOLLOWS:
THAT approval be granted to stockpile clean fill generated by the Regional Municipality
of Peel, and possibly the City of Mississauga, on Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority (TRCA)-owned property at the Arsenal Lands, City of Mississauga, in advance
of the Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Lakeview Waterfront Connection (LWC)
Project;
THAT approval to stockpile clean fill be subject to terms and conditions satisfactory to
TRCA staff and solicitor as necessary;
THAT authorized officials be directed to take the action needed to implement the
stockpiling of clean fill including, obtaining necessary approvals and the signing and
execution of documents.
THAT staff continue to work cooperatively with City of Mississauga staff to support, and
move forward with, the Arsenal Lands Master Planning and Implementation process
during, and following, the LWC EA process, and the subsequent implementation of the
LWC Project;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back at Authority Meeting #4/12, scheduled to be held
on May 25, 2012, on the feasibility of including in TRCA's 2013 Region of Peel budget a
request for $2 million in special funding for rehabilitation of the Arsenal building.
BACKGROUND
The Lakeview Waterfront Connection Project seeks to improve a highly degraded area of the
eastern Mississauga waterfront by creating new aquatic and terrestrial habitats and linkages,
while providing access and recreation opportunities for the public. The proponents propose to
use an innovative funding approach that seeks to maximize public benefit by re-using locally
generated fill from the Region of Peel's, and potentially the City of Mississauga's, existing
10-year capital works projects and budgets to create this new natural park.
At Authority Meeting #11/11, held on January 27, 2012, Resolution #A274/11 was approved, in
part, as follows:
... THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA staff be directed to enter into a
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to provide Project Management and Technical
Services for the coordinated EA for the Lakeview Waterfront Connection Project on
behalf of CVC, subject to all terms and conditions being finalized in a manner satisfactory
to TRCA staff and solicitors;
THAT TRCA be directed to assist CVC, the Region of Peel and City of Mississauga (as
required) in their joint negotiations with the Province of Ontario, Ontario Power
Generation, and other interested parties regarding land ownership, access, stockpiling,
operations and maintenance, and other parallel planning initiatives associated with the
coordinated EA;
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AND FURTHER THAT TRCA officials be authorized and directed to take all necessary
actions as may be required, including the signing of documents, for the execution of the
MOU.
In support of the LWC Project, TRCA and the Region of Peel are proposing a temporary
stockpile of fill on the Arsenal Lands, located at 1400 Lakeshore Road East, Mississauga,
adjacent to Marie Curtis Park, in the City of Toronto. To maximize the cost efficiency of the LWC
Project, it is important to maximize the reuse of fill that will be generated close to the LWC
Project site. As such, a temporary stockpile location is required to capture this material while
the LWC proceeds through the EA process.
The Arsenal Lands
The Arsenal Lands were purchased in 1991 through a joint collaboration involving the City of
Toronto, TRCA, the Region of Peel, the City of Mississauga, and the Province of Ontario. TRCA
assumed ownership of the property, and from 1991 to 2009, completed technical reports and
site remediation works in support of the development of concept plans for the redevelopment of
the site as a park. Park development was to initially commence in 2009, but was deferred while
the City of Toronto proceeded to develop the adjacent Marie Curtis Park. Since 2009, TRCA
and the City of Mississauga have continued to work cooperatively to move the redevelopment
of the Arsenal Lands forward. The implementation of the Arsenal Lands Master Plan was
scheduled to commence in 2013. Recent discussions between the Region of Peel, TRCA and
City of Mississauga Councillor Jim Tovey, Ward 1, have tentatively deferred the redevelopment
of the Arsenal Lands to accommodate a temporary stockpiling of fill related to LWC EA. At the
City of Mississauga General Committee Meeting held on April 18, 2012, staff recommended that
the Arsenal Lands stockpiling proposal proceed, and that City staff secure conditions under
which the Arsenal Lands may be used for stockpiling, the appropriate site reinstatement, and
reimbursement for the delay in park development; and that the City be party to these
discussions, negotiations and any resulting legal agreements, if appropriate, with TRCA and
Region of Peel.
Site Plans and Specifications related to the Proposed Stockpile
The Region of Peel and TRCA are proposing to temporarily stockpile up to 500,000 m 3 of
excavated clean fill generated from the Region of Peel's various infrastructure projects and,
potentially other City of Mississauga projects. The stockpile would cover an area of 14 acres,
and rise to a height of 8 m. Much of the fill will be generated locally through a tunnel shaft at the
Arsenal Lands as part of the Region of Peel's Hanlan Feedermain works, which would have the
immediate effect of removing approximately 15,000 trucks from the local streets and
contributing to a reduction in CO2 emissions. The stockpile would remain on the site between
May 2012 and 2018, until all the stockpiled materials are re-located for the construction of the
LWC project. Site access will be controlled via an existing 8 foot high chain link fence. The
historic water tower and local wetlands will be protected, and sediment control fences will be
installed to prevent sedimentation from the construction area entering the adjacent property
and/or waterways. Dust and mud control measures will also be implemented in order to meet
all regional and municipal by-laws.
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All soil placed on the site will meet the Ministry of the Environment's (MOE) "Fill Quality Guide
and Good Management Practices for Shore Infilling in Ontario, March 2011, Table C-1 Confined
Fill Guide Parameter List". A Quality Assurance/Quality Control program will be implemented by
TRCA staff and will include soil sampling and laboratory chemical analysis of the soil for metals,
volatile organic compounds (VOC's), polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) and petroleum
hydrocarbons. Any soil that does not meet the MOE Standards will not be permitted to be
placed on the site.
On completion of the project, all debris and surplus material will be removed from the site by
the Region of Peel, and any disturbed and/or damaged areas will be restored to the original
state, or to an agreed to rough grading condition that will conform with the Arsenal Lands
Master Planning process to occur. In the event that the stockpiled soil cannot be relocated to
the LWC Project by late-2017 or 2018, the Region of Peel will remove all stockpiled soil to a
suitable off-site location, and assume all costs associated with the relocation. Similar
arrangements regarding fill removal will need to be established before City of Mississauga
generated fill can be stored on the site.
The use of the Arsenal Lands for stockpiling would defer timing of park development by
approximately five years. All areas currently publicly accessible in Marie Curtis Park, the beach
and Waterfront Trail, will remain accessible during the LWC EA process. However, there will
likely be a need for temporary closures to the western portions of the Marie Curtis Park Beach
and possibly Waterfront Trail diversions during the construction phase of the LWC Project.
These will be identified more specifically through the LWC EA process and detailed design
phases.
RATIONALE
Through the re-use of locally generated clean fill, the LWC project seeks to improve terrestrial
and aquatic habitat and ecological linkages, while providing public access and recreation along
the Mississauga waterfront. Stockpiling fill while the LWC proceeds through the EA process will
maximize the cost efficiency of the project, and contribute to a reduction in CO, emissions due
to a significant reduction in total kilometres travelled by trucks hauling fill. For example,
approximately 15,000 trucks would have been required to haul fill from the construction of the
Hanlan Feedermain tunnel shaft, located at the Arsenal Lands. By stockpiling at the site of
generation, we can all but eliminate the need for those trucks to travel on local and regional
roadways. The distances travelled by up to 35,000 additional trucks from other capital works
sites within the City of Mississauga will also be greatly reduced.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
TRCA will implement a due diligence Quality Assurance /Quality Control program and provide
guidance and advice to the Region of Peel regarding the stockpiling of fill. The Region of Peel
will assume all environmental (i.e., the fill meets MOE guidelines) and financial responsibility
associated with the stockpiling of fill for the LWC Project.
Report prepared by: Alexis Wood, extension 5280
Emails: awood @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Ken Dion, extension 5230
Emails: kdion @trca.on.ca
Date: March 19, 2012
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RES.#A45/12 - PETTICOAT CREEK WATERSHED ACTION PLAN
Approval of the Petticoat Creek Watershed Action Plan.
Moved by: Gloria Lindsay Luby
Seconded by: Michael Di Biase
THAT the Petticoat Creek Watershed Action Plan be approved;
THAT copies of the Petticoat Creek Watershed Action Plan be circulated to municipalities
in the watershed;
THAT the municipalities be requested to assist TRCA to implement plan
recommendations, as appropriate to the municipality;
THAT a copy of the Petticoat Creek Watershed Action Plan be circulated to the Rouge
Park Alliance and Parks Canada, and the Alliance be requested to assist TRCA to
implement the plan recommendations;
AND FURTHER THAT copies be circulated to local libraries in the Petticoat Creek
watershed and posted on the TRCA website.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The initial direction to develop a watershed plan for Petticoat Creek was discussed at Authority
Meeting #8/07, held on October 26, 2007, where Resolution #A240/07 was approved as
follows:
THAT WHEREAS the Petticoat Creek watershed located in the City of Pickering, Region
of Durham, is experiencing a number of pressures resulting from urban and near urban
pressures;
WHEREAS interest has been expressed in developing a plan for the protection of the
resources of the watershed;
WHEREAS the undeveloped portions of the Petticoat Creek watershed are protected by
the provincial Greenbelt designation, Rouge Park and previously by agricultural
easements;
WHEREAS there are a number of planning requirements to bring official plans into
conformity with the Greenbelt designations;
WHEREAS Petticoat Creek is geographically situated between the Duffins and Rouge
watersheds and whereas these adjacent watersheds have undergone extensive review in
recent years and that it is reasonable to assume that many of the "lessons learned" in
those processes may apply to this smaller watershed;
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THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA staff be directed to meet with interested
councillors and the appropriate senior staff of the Region of Durham, City of Pickering,
Region of York and Town of Markham to consider the opportunity of holding a one day
forum/meeting to discuss the needs and opportunities and to develop an action plan to
protect and enhance the watershed resources of Petticoat Creek within the context of the
current planning opportunities and initiatives at the provincial, regional and local level;
THAT TRCA staff discuss with these persons a cost sharing arrangement to support this
effort including, but not limited to, a one day forum/meeting, including development of
any background reports, meeting facilitation and preparation of a strategic action
plan/report with recommendations based on the forum outcomes;
THAT staff report back within the first quarter of 2008 on these discussions including
potential funding arrangements and timelines;
AND FURTHER THAT staff provide the Altona Forest Stewardship Committee with an
overview of the South East Collector and subdivision development projects in the vicinity
of Altona Forest.
Over a period of ten months following that decision, TRCA staff investigated partnership and
funding opportunities to develop the plan. Discussions were held with Rouge Park, the City of
Pickering, and the Town of Markham. Rouge Park expressed interest in working with TRCA to
develop the proposed plan, and funding was provided by the Regions of York and Durham,
with additional funding support from the Town of Markham and the City of Pickering, to begin
plan development. The Board was updated at Authority Meeting #06/08, held on July 25, 2008,
where Resolution #A172/08 was approved as follows:
THAT staff be directed to continue to pursue required partnerships and funding support
for the required action plan for the Petticoat Creek watershed;
THAT the Regions of York and Durham be thanked for their recently announced funding
contribution of$20,000 as part of the York Durham Sewer System Project;
THAT the City of Pickering and the Town of Markham be thanked for their funding
support;
THAT the City of Pickering, Town of Markham, Rouge Park Alliance and community
groups be advised that this study will commence in the fall;
THAT staff be directed to report back on the progress of this study in the fall;
AND FURTHER THAT a copy of this report be sent to the Clerks of the Region of Durham,
Region of York, City of Pickering, Town of Markham, City of Toronto, and the Rouge Park
Alliance.
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History
Petticoat Creek watershed is one of the smallest in the Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority's (TRCA) jurisdiction, draining approximately 27 square kilometres of land, with areas
in the City of Pickering, Town of Markham, City of Toronto, and Rouge Park. North of Finch
Avenue, the watershed is mainly rural and designated as "Protected Countryside" in the
Greenbelt, and part of the Duffins Rouge Agricultural Preserve, both designated by the Ontario
government in 2005, as well as in the Central Pickering Development Plan, prepared by the
Province in 2006. The long history of agriculture in the area has not resulted in significant
ecological degradation of the northern portion of the watershed. The agricultural community
has generally been a good steward of this land.
South of Finch Avenue, the predominant land use is urban, where the density, timing and type
of development have impacted watershed health negatively. Earlier development focussed on
conveying stormwater away from table land as efficiently as possible without any regard for the
health of the Petticoat Creek. Development constructed during the past two decades has
improved significantly by employing stormwater management controls, such as end-of-pipe
stormwater management ponds, to provide stormwater treatment necessary to mitigate the
negative ecological impacts from urbanization. Today, stormwater standards strive for even
greater levels of control which address objectives for overall water balance consisting of
managing stormwater using a variety of technologies from conventional stormwater ponds to
green infrastructure practices such as green roofs, permeable pavement, and tree clusters.
While the watershed has lost a significant amount of forest cover, it retains unique features such
as Altona Forest and the Rouge-Duffins Wildlife Corridor, which provide east-west terrestrial
natural heritage links. The few remaining natural areas in the southern portion of the watershed
are protected in valley lands and in Petticoat Creek Conservation Area, where the stream flows
into Lake Ontario.
Petticoat Creek was never permanently flowing, due to its natural physiography with limited
groundwater discharge. Today, Petticoat Creek is an urbanizing, warmwater stream dominated
by agricultural uses. The watershed is considered to be generally in "fair" condition by TRCA
ecosystem managers, according to assessments of existing natural cover. Its ecological
function is altered, but well-positioned to respond favourably to restoration efforts, and it
certainly deserves more attention than it has received. The former
Rouge-Duffins-Highland-Petticoat Conservation Authority created a watershed plan in 1956 for
these four watersheds jointly, which was the last comprehensive watershed management
planning undertaken for Petticoat Creek. The headwaters of Petticoat Creek originate south of
the Oak Ridges Moraine. As the headwaters are not on the Moraine, there were no provincial
requirements for the completion of a watershed plan under the Oak Ridges Moraine
Conservation Act (2001). Petticoat Creek was one of the last watersheds in TRCA's jurisdiction
without a watershed plan.
Current actions are inadequate to maintain the health of this watershed. This watershed plan
serves as a call to action. Without new efforts and resources, Petticoat Creek will become yet
another degraded watershed. There is an opportunity now to implement a coordinated
approach to maintaining and enhancing the ecological function of Petticoat Creek into the
future, while advancing the concepts of urban sustainability. The watershed is well-positioned
to respond favourably to even modest investment in restoration at this time:
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• There is a high level of protection for the northern reaches of the watershed through the
Central Pickering Development Plan and the Greenbelt;
• It is favourably located between the Rouge River and Duffins Creek watersheds which
both have high biodiversity and large amounts of protected natural land;
• It is a system heavily reliant on surface water, therefore would be responsive to
improved stormwater management in southern portions of the watershed;
• The watershed has an overall "fair" condition, land and water stewardship activities
could maintain, protect and enhance conditions with significant results over a short
term; and
• Implementation action can be adjusted to work with resources coming from a variety of
sources, to meet the needs of the watershed while fulfilling the objectives of the funder.
Experience has shown that having an approved watershed plan in place is often a catalyst for
action and a proven, critical step to secure the resources necessary for effective watershed
management.
While TRCA, Rouge Park, and local and regional municipalities had completed a number of
studies which include this watershed, and have been actively engaged in restoration and other
forms of management in the area, these initiatives were largely reactive, primarily focused on
immediate issues or opportunities, and not guided by an overarching plan. In 2007, Councillors
from the City of Pickering and the Town of Markham requested that TRCA complete a
watershed plan for Petticoat Creek. The purpose of this report is to summarize the study
process, consultations, identify the key watershed plan recommendations, and request the
Authority to adopt the Action Plan and direct its formal circulation to stakeholder muncipalities
and agencies which are critical to implementation.
Plan Development
Preliminary staff review identified sufficient water quality, groundwater, surface hydrology,
terrestrial natural heritage, fisheries, erosion, stormwater and public use (trails) information
available to start the planning exercise. Data for many of the critical water management
elements such as flood control and flood plain mapping had been gathered and analyzed for
other purposes. Extensive environmental information had been collected as part of the City of
Pickering's Growth Management Study (2003) and the Central Pickering Development Plan
(2006). The plan also benefitted greatly from Source Water Protection technical studies. In
addition, advanced watershed studies in neighbouring watersheds provided an extensive
knowledge base on general watershed issues and cost-effective management actions which
can be applied to Petticoat Creek watershed. The watershed was characterized as stable, as a
result of various management activities undertaken over the past 20 years.
Given the availability of existing information, and the high level of protection afforded the
watershed with the Greenbelt Plan (2005), it was determined that a comprehensive watershed
planning process was unwarranted, since available resources were sufficient to develop a
strategic Action Plan. Recognized gaps in watershed work were proposed to be addressed as
part of implementation, therefore the planning study focussed on the compilation of available
information, interpretation of this information to improve our understanding of current
watershed system functions and health, and preparing strategic management
recommendations to guide future decisions.
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Although the process to develop this Action Plan was simplified in comparison to TRCA's usual
watershed planning initiatives, significant staff time was invested from many divisions of the
Authority to contribute to and review the draft versions. Watershed Management staff led the
process in consultation with Ecology, Planning and Development, and Restoration Services.
Since this Action Plan is the result of a simplified process and no State of the Watershed reports
were completed, existing conditions are described in the document only where adequate
information allowed. The watershed maps are an integral part of this Action Plan since they
illustrate the existing conditions. Mapping was done in conformity with provincial Source Water
Protection planning standards.
Consultation
TRCA circulated draft versions of the document to planning staff at the Region of Durham,
Town of Markham, and City of Pickering for review and comment. Comments from staff at all
three municipalities were generally favourable and supportive of the recommendations and
overall direction of the Petticoat Creek Watershed Action Plan. TRCA also worked in close
consultation with Rouge Park in the early stages of plan development to analyze GIS
information, and in later stages of writing the document.
The scope of the public consultation was scaled to the small population of the watershed, and
the limited resources available for this planning process. TRCA, Rouge Park, and City of
Pickering staff worked in partnership, in consultation with the Town of Markham, Durham
Region, other watershed partners, and the public, to review issues and seek feedback on the
planning process and recommendations.
A presentation was made to the Altona Forest Stewardship Committee in January 2008, as an
important watershed community-based stakeholder group. A public open house was
advertised in local newspapers and held in June 2009, to share findings and gather input. The
session:
• introduced the study team;
• described the study process and expected outcomes;
• summarized the existing physical conditions of the watershed, the watershed's role in
the larger regional planning context, as well as its significance as part of Rouge Park
and as a link in regional trail and recreation networks; and
• sought the public's input on the Action Plan and proposed next steps.
A notice was sent to non-government organizations by the Pickering Regional Councillor
involved with the plan to notify them of the open house and planning process. Our municipal
partners were kept informed throughout the process, with presentations to City of Pickering
Council in June 2009, and to the Town of Markham Planning Committee, a standing committee
reporting to Markham's Council, in October 2009.
Watershed Action Plan Recommendations
The following are recommendations excerpted from the Action Plan. To view the full document,
please see
http://trca.on.ca/trca-user-uploads/PetticoatCkWatershedActionPlan_March2012-BoardAgenda.
pdf.
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A paper copy will be available at the meeting for Members to review or reference. Individual
paper copies can be made available, upon request.
Key recommendations which will benefit many aspects of the watershed simultaneously, such
as water quality, and terrestrial and aquatic systems, are integral to the overall health of the
watershed. These recommendations should be integrated into future decisions by all partners.
1. Encourage the Province to support the implementation of actions which will achieve
provincial planning objectives such as the Greenbelt Plan (2005) and Central Pickering
Development Plan (2006);
2. Implement rural best management practices in partnership with the agricultural
community;
3. Bring lands with high conservation value into public ownership (i.e. along the Lake
Iroquois shoreline) through the development review process and as outlined in TRCA's
Greenlands Acquisition Project 2011-2015;
4. Ensure that new development, redevelopment, and retrofits of existing development
incorporate best management practices and low impact development practices in water
management and protection and enhancement of the natural heritage system.
5. Maintain and improve natural (green) infrastructure, such as Pickering urban forest
initiatives;
6. Implement stormwater management retrofit initiatives and community stewardship
projects such as lot-level stormwater management and backyard naturalization. In
addition to lot-level measures, ensure that new and retrofit development, including
infrastructure, investigates opportunities to mitigate flood risk within the watershed;
7. Seek out opportunities to implement the Central Pickering Development Plan, and the
TRCA Terrestrial Natural Heritage System across the other areas of watershed;
8. Work with municipal partners and non-government organizations to engage and
educate the community on sustainable actions and behaviours;
9. Protect cultural heritage resources and integrate nature-based recreation opportunities
with larger regional systems; and
10. Integrate all existing and new monitoring and information into TRCA's Envirodatabase,
and share information with TRCA's watershed planning report card initiative (to begin
2012) for Petticoat Creek.
Implementation Plans
TRCA Restoration Services created a Draft Restoration Opportunities Plan for Petticoat Creek
watershed in 2008 which proposed to implement projects in concert with the recommendations
of this Action Plan, however no funds have been designated to begin the work. Rouge Park has
also planned ecological restoration opportunities for the public lands in Petticoat Creek
watershed in the Park. Some areas have been restored, but the funding necessary to complete
the work is lacking. New resources are required to maintain the health of Petticoat Creek
watershed and prevent further degradation. The Authority's experience across all nine
watersheds in its jurisdiction has repeatedly shown that it is more cost-effective to work on
prevention rather than on restoration. Experience has also shown that having a plan in place
enables the Authority to act expediently when resources become available. New resources may
arise from a number of opportunities including:
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• Environmental Assessment compensation work required for infrastructure under the
Central Pickering Development Plan;
• York-Durham Southeast Collector Environmental Enhancement initiatives;
• Rouge Park restoration work, and new planning and projects from the federal
government for the anticipated Rouge National Park; and
• Public acquisition of land, through the development approval process, in and adjacent
to the Petticoat Creek valley between Highway 401 and Sheppard Avenue, in the
urbanized area of Pickering.
There are also opportunities to improve communications and public consultation through
existing programs such as TRCA and Rouge Park stewardship programs, as well as those
through the City of Pickering. Heightened awareness resulting from a completed Action Plan
may bring about local champions. In addition, the role of watershed councillors, who raised the
issue of the importance of a coordinated plan, to assist in accessing new resources to further
effective implementation cannot be understated.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
The approved version of the Action Plan document will be sent to a graphic designer for layout
and design. A webpage on the main TRCA website, www.trca.on.ca is being created for
Petticoat Creek watershed.
A notice to residents of the watershed will be distributed in Spring 2012, pending Board
approval of the Action Plan, to direct people to the website where they can learn more about
the watershed, and download a copy of the plan.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
There is no budget for implementation at this time. Staff will continue to seek opportunities
through existing budget processes, collaboration with watershed municipalities and through
other unique opportunities to secure funds and/or in-kind resources to support the key
implementation actions.
Report prepared by: Gary Bowen, extension 5385; Maryam Nassar, extension 5937
Emails: gbowen @trca.on.ca, mnassar @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Gary Bowen, extension 5385; Maryam Nassar, extension 5937
Date: March 16, 2012
RES.#A46/12 - LOWER HUMBER WEIRS STUDY
Approval to commence a study of Lower Humber Weirs, including a
fluvial geomorphic assessment of Lower Humber River subwatershed, in
the City of Toronto.
Moved by: Mike Mattos
Seconded by: Glenn De Baeremaeker
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THAT staff be directed to proceed with the planning activities required to initiate the
Lower Humber Weirs Study;
AND FURTHER THAT staff pursue all available funding opportunities to finance the Study.
AMENDMENT
RES.#A47/1 2
Moved by: Mike Mattos
Seconded by: Glenn De Baeremaeker
THAT the following be inserted after the first paragraph of the main motion:
THAT staff be directed to explore community access in the weir studies to provide
connections across the Humber River;
THE AMENDMENT WAS CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED
THE RESULTANT MOTION READS AS FOLLOWS:
THAT staff be directed to proceed with the planning activities required to initiate the
Lower Humber Weirs Study;
THAT staff be directed to explore community access in the weir studies to provide
connections across the Humber River;
AND FURTHER THAT staff pursue all available funding opportunities to finance the Study.
BACKGROUND
The Lower Humber Weirs include ten weirs constructed by Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority (TRCA) between Bloor Street and Highway 401. The weirs were constructed in 1959
following extensive flooding caused by Hurricane Hazel on October 15, 1954. Since their
construction, TRCA has commissioned several inspections of the structures. Repairs were last
completed in 1972 on the downstream banks of the weir located south of Dundas Street West.
Additional deficiencies at this and two other weirs were identified in 2011, which staff are
proposing to address as part of TRCA's Erosion Control Monitoring and Maintenance Program.
Between 1998 and 2002, TRCA implemented several barrier mitigation projects in the Humber
River with partners such as Ontario Streams and Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) to
improve fish passage. Within the Lower Humber River these mitigation projects included the
notching of six weirs, and construction of a denil fishway at Raymore Park north of Eglinton
Avenue. These projects, in concert with mitigative works completed in Woodbridge have
resulted in confirmed spawning of migratory rainbow trout from Lake Ontario in the East
Humber River for the first time in more than 100 years and Chinook salmon in the Main Humber
River upstream of Regional Road 7, in Vaughan.
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In 2005, TRCA published the Humber River Fisheries Management Plan in partnership with
MNR. One of the high priority recommendations that emerged from this plan was the need for
additional efforts in the Lower Humber River subwatershed to ensure improved access for
non-jumping fish species to spawning habitats, while recognizing the need to prevent upstream
access by undesirable and invasive species (i.e. sea lamprey and round goby).
RATIONALE
Now in excess of 50 years old and at the limit of their engineered lifespan, a strategy is required
to ensure that the on-going management of the weirs continues to support TRCA's natural
heritage, erosion control and flood risk management responsibilities.
With interest in achieving local fisheries objectives and with responsibility for operation of the
weirs, and delivery of TRCA's erosion control and flood protection programs, staff are
proposing to undertake a study that will confirm the role these structures play with respect to
flooding, erosion, natural stream processes, public safety and as a barrier to fish passage. As
part of this study, staff will assess the current function and condition of the weirs and identify
the affect of these structures, if any, on flood control and maintaining channel alignment and
stability. Once the condition and function of the weirs is better understood, staff will develop a
plan for future maintenance activities that may be required and explore opportunities that exist
to mitigate the weirs to allow for greater fish passage of desirable fish species.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
A key component of the proposed study will be a fluvial geomorphic assessment of Lower
Humber River subwatershed. This assessment will characterize the current morphological
conditions of the study area and evaluate the effect of the weirs and associated bank protection
on flooding, ice jamming, sediment deposition, erosion and natural stream processes. The
assessment is expected to allow TRCA to determine whether the weirs perform a function in
maintaining flood and erosion control and channel stability and if so, identify if modifications or
substantive future maintenance is required to sustain these functions. The results of the
assessment will also allow TRCA to determine whether full or partial removal of the weirs is
feasible or whether they can be otherwise mitigated to achieve non-jumping fish passage,
without compromising TRCA's other watershed objectives. TRCA staff will consult with key
stakeholder groups including the Humber Watershed Alliance, Department of Fisheries and
Oceans Sea Lamprey Control Unit, MNR and the City of Toronto during preparation of the
Study and will work with these groups, where appropriate to implement the recommendations
of the Study.
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FINANCIAL DETAILS
The current cost estimate to complete the Lower Humber Weirs Study is approximately
$150,000.00. These funds are available in account 113-83. This estimate will be revised to
reflect the cost of the successful consultant's proposal. TRCA staff is currently pursuing
additional funding opportunities to offset the cost of the Study, including a$60,000.00 grant
from the Great Lakes Sustainability Fund.
Report prepared by: Thomas Sciscione, extension 5749
Emails: tsciscione @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Laura Stephenson, extension 5296
Emails: Itephenson @trca.on.ca
Date: April 03, 2012
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RES.#A48/12 - MAYORS' MEGAWATT CHALLENGE PROGRAM CHANGES
Progress report and announcement of changes to the Mayors' Megawatt
Challenge Program
Moved by: Gloria Lindsay Luby
Seconded by: Michael Di Biase
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff be directed to meet with
regional and local municipalities to request their participation in the Canada wide Mayors'
Megawatt Challenge;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to report back to the Authority, annually, on the
status of the national program.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
There are currently six municipalities participating in the Mayors' Megawatt Challenge (MMC)
including, Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Richmond Hill, Caledon and Oshawa. Since 2003,
the Mayors' Megawatt Challenge has been a leading cooperative program helping
municipalities lower their own energy use, greenhouse gas emissions and operating costs,
while demonstrating leadership in taking action towards more sustainable communities. Since
its inception, members have managed utility data, assessed their energy and environmental
performance, and tracked savings using the largest web-based building performance system in
Canada. They have shared knowledge and best practices at workshops to help plan,
implement and verify improvements. Energy savings verified through the program have
resulted in $55,554 of incentive payments from utility companies to members. Since inception,
members have collectively saved 360,590 GJ of energy equating approximately$6 million
dollars in utility costs.
In 2011, the Mayors' Megawatt Challenge program was broadened and enhanced to include a
national competition, the Town Hall Challenge. The Town Hall Challenge was offered by MMC
in partnership with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, Partners in Climate Protection
program, in order to identify the most energy efficient town/city hall buildings in Canada, and
learn from the stories behind the performance. The Town Hall Challenge was a tremendous
success. 60 municipalities from across Canada, including at least one from each province
except PEI and Newfoundland, participated. All participants were contacted and informed of
their placement in the benchmarking hierarchy, and the top 15 were polled in order to ascertain
the secrets behind their building performance. Many of the top performers issued press
releases to publicize the good news to their community. Awards for the top performing small
and large town halls will be presented at Energy Matters 2012, in May. Enthusiasm for this
competition was high and staff received many enquiries to see if it would be offered in 2012.
Based on the results from 2011, the Mayors' Megawatt Challenge has been redesigned to
emulate the successful parts of the Town Hall Challenge and the revised program will be
launched at the Energy Matters Summit in May, 2012 (www.energymatterssummit.ca). Each
year the program will launch a challenge on a different municipal building type. The
municipalities that join the program/challenge will be provided with the tools and resources to:
• help municipalities understand where their building stands with respect to energy use,
compared to their peers;
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• identify the energy conservation potential of their facilities;
• show where those savings can be found;
• assist in the development of work plans to achieve those savings;
• provide tools to assist with implementation;
• provide opportunities to connect with their peers to find new best practices;
• celebrate their energy conservation achievements.
The new program will be delivered primarily through webinars to reach municipalities across
Canada. In addition, each year members will be invited to an annual in-person trade
show/conference to recognize the municipalities with top performing buildings and to share
case studies. Municipalities will be invited to join the Mayors' Megawatt Challenge for$3,600
per year, which will include on-line data management for two municipal buildings, and all other
program offerings listed below. During 2012, the MMC will be continuing the Town Hall
Challenge, and introduce an arenas challenge for 2013.
For the annual membership fee, municipalities will receive:
1. Access to the Green Building Performance System, which includes:
• Tracking of individual facility performance
• Weather-normalized savings reporting for energy, water, GHG emissions and costs for
individual buildings and across a portfolio
• Benchmarking of comparable facilities across the sector to identify conservation potential
and best practices
• Verification of the performance of LEED buildings as well as capital and operational retrofit
projects
2. Access to Mayors' Megawatt Challenge tools to assess building performance, including:
• Building Performance Audit
• Lighting Audit and Operational Audit - 2012
• Mechanical Systems Audit and Data Logging -2013
3. Recognition of top-performing facilities through:
• In-depth case studies to be presented at webinars and industry conferences
• Awards to be presented at various industry conferences
• Media coverage, such as press releases, case studies/articles
4. Three 1.5 hour webinars, which will focus on:
• Identification of top-performing facilities
• Target setting for each utility at the whole building and/or individual systems level to
determine conservation potential and focus priorities
• Establishment of performance and design standards based on the results of the audits
• Identification of best practices in terms of both undertaking operational improvements and
engaging and gaining support of senior management
• Insights on how to make improvements from experiences of top-performers
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5. Networking opportunities, through:
• Annual MMC Forum - a one-day tradeshow/conference where members will share advice,
review progress, and meet with utilities, funding agencies, and other potential partners to
collectively get things done.
• Google Forum - on-line forum on which members can exchange advise, documents, and
strategies for achieving energy reductions.
RATIONALE
The Mayors' Megawatt Challenge continues to provide a valuable service to its members, which
includes nearly 25% of all municipalities in the Greater Toronto Area. However, in order for the
program to grow, it needs to be able to engage a broader audience at a much larger
geographic scale. With the success of the Town Hall Challenge in engaging municipalities
across Canada in 2011, it is believed that the Town Hall Challenge provides a viable model for
the evolution of the Mayors' Megawatt Challenge to a national scale.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
• begin marketing the program to potential municipal members and sponsors across
Canada;
• present awards for the 2011 Town Hall Challenge at the Energy Matters Summit, in May
2012;
• officially launch the revised Mayors' Megawatt Challenge;
• partner with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities to promote the program, including
the continuation of the Town Hall Challenge, and launch of the Arenas Challenge for 2013;
• hold three members-only webinars - September, 2012, November 2012 and February 2013
-to help members set targets and develop actions plans for achieving energy savings;
• present the second annual Town Hall Challenge Awards in spring 2013.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Funding for the Mayors' Megawatt Challenge is derived from program membership fees and
sponsorships. The Mayors' Megawatt Challenge is delivered jointly by TRCA and Enerlife
Consulting under a business agreement.
Report prepared by: Brian Dundas, extension 5262
Emails: bdundas @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Bernie McIntyre, extension 5326
Emails: bmcintyre @trca.on.ca
Date: April 10, 2012
RES.#A49/12 - NASHVILLE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT TRACT MANAGEMENT
PLAN
Appointment of Advisory Committee. Recommends appointment of the
Nashville Resource Management Tract (NRMT) Management Plan
Advisory Committee.
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Moved by: Gloria Lindsay Luby
Seconded by: Michael Di Biase
WHEREAS the draft Nashville Resource Management Tract Management Plan is being
prepared;
AND WHEREAS public input is an important part of the management plan development
process;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT to assist with the development of the
management plan and to facilitate the opportunity for public input, staff be directed to
appoint an Advisory Committee which includes members of the Humber Watershed
Alliance, representatives of interested community groups, community residents, agency
staff, municipal staff and the local and regional councillors for the area;
AND FURTHER THAT the draft management plan, as developed with the assistance of the
Nashville Resource Management Tract Management Plan Advisory Committee, be
submitted to the Authority for approval.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
A report was brought to the Authority in 2007, seeking support for the initiation of the Nashville
Resource Management Tract (NRMT) management plan. Due to other priority projects
including the Claireville Management Plan Update and the Bolton Lands Management Plan, as
well as staffing changes, the management plan was deferred. In the interim, a site securement
and protection plan was completed in 2010 to address immediate public safety, unauthorized
use and garbage dumping on the property. In the last two years, significant site securement
work has been carried out to address the majority of the above-mentioned issues. This work
includes: the blocking of access points, installation of boundary signage, and the
decommissioning and removal of informal trails, garbage and other hazards. With the
completion of other high priority management plans and the immediate securement work of
Nashville completed, staff propose to initiate a comprehensive management plan for the
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) Nashville lands.
The Nashville Resource Management Tract is a large TRCA property, approximately 720
hectares in size, located in the Main Humber subwatershed of the Humber River watershed. It is
situated south of King Road, north of Nashville Road, east of the Albion-Vaughan Townline and
west of Regional Road 27. The NRMT is found within York Region; the majority of the property
is located in the City of Vaughan and a small section is located in King Township.
The NRMT is a diverse site containing many different habitat types such upland forests,
bottomland forests, meadows, old fields and wetlands. The property supports a variety of
wildlife, provides significant deer wintering yards and is an important migratory corridor.
Because of its large size, as well as its current and future ecological value, the NRMT is an
integral part of TRCA's natural heritage system.
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Currently, the NRMT has a limited formal trail system, including sections of the Humber Valley
Heritage Trail. Only passive recreational uses are allowed on the property. There is, however,
an extensive informal trail system and a significant amount of unauthorized use. Major
problems on-site include use by motorized vehicles such as ATVs and dirt bikes, vandalism of
boundary gates and fencing, as well as many dumping encroachments. Many of these
unauthorized uses have been addressed through site securement work, which is ongoing.
There are no built public use facilities, such as washrooms, and no formal parking areas.
RATIONALE
A management plan for the property will provide overall structure and direction to any future
work. With the projected population growth in York Region, the NRMT will become an even
more popular recreational destination and will face increasing pressures. The management
plan will address a variety of issues within the NRMT including:
• protection of the natural heritage system;
• recommendations for restoration and regeneration;
• development of community engagement programs;
• creation of a trail plan;
• implementation of Humber River watershed strategies.
Furthermore, the management plan will complement and further the goals of a number of TRCA
initiatives, including:
• The Living City Vision;
• Terrestrial Natural Heritage System Strategy; and
• implementation of the Humber Watershed Plan: Pathways to a Healthy Humber (2008).
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
The management plan will use an ecosystem approach to determine the most appropriate
management recommendations for the site, as well as locations of future activities and
nature-based public use. The first step will be the creation of a background report that will
identify current land uses, policies, natural and cultural heritage resources, as well as public
uses. Using that information, management zones will be developed that protect important areas
and focus public use in less sensitive locations. The management plan will also contain
management guidelines, including restoration areas and a trail plan, and an implementation
strategy outlining preliminary costs.
The NRMT management plan will follow the same TRCA model for developing a management
plan that has been implemented successfully at properties such as the Oak Ridges Corridor
Conservation Reserve and the Claireville Conservation Area. The planning process will be
undertaken in the three phases:
Phase One
• complete a background report;
• circulate a study newsletter;
• establish an advisory committee and host meetings;
• host a public information session.
Phase Two
• develop a plan vision;
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• determine draft management zones;
• integrate watershed management recommendations;
• develop a draft trail plan;
• host two advisory committee meetings;
• circulate a study newsletter;
• host a public information session.
Phase Three
• finalize the trail plan;
• finalize the management recommendations;
• develop a plan implementation strategy and associated costs;
• host an advisory committee meeting;
• circulate a study newsletter;
• host a public information session;
• obtain partner and TRCA board endorsement.
As part of the planning process, an advisory committee will be created to assist in determining
the appropriate direction for the property. TRCA will invite representatives from the community,
special interest groups and partners to sit on the committee for the duration of the project. The
advisory committee members will play an integral role in developing goals and management
recommendations for the NRMT. The following groups including elected officials should be
represented on the committee:
• City of Vaughan;
• King Township;
• Regional Municipality of York;
• Humber Watershed Alliance;
• local community;
• local businesses;
• special interest groups;
• property users;
• TRCA.
The management plan is expected to be completed in mid-2013. Implementation of the site
securement and protection plan is ongoing and will continue throughout the management
planning process. Implementation of the management plan will begin in the 2013 field season,
after the management plan has been approved.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Project funding is available as part of the York Region Conservation Land Care budget, account
442-11.
Report prepared by: April Weppler, 647-403-6783
Emails: aweppler @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: April Weppler, 647-403-6783; Mike Bender, extension 5287
Emails: aweppler @trca.on.ca; mbender @trca.on.ca
Date: March 05, 2012
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RES.#A50/12 - MEMBERS' ATTENDANCE AT MEETINGS
Recommends elimination of recording attendance arrival and departure
times at Authority meetings.
Moved by: Gloria Lindsay Luby
Seconded by: Michael Di Biase
THAT the current practice of recording in the minutes of each meeting of Toronto and
Region Conservation Authority (TRCA), the arrival and departure times of those who are
in attendance, be discontinued.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #2/11, held on February 25, 2011, Resolution #A30/12 was approved as
follows:
THAT the current practice of recording attendance of Members at approved meetings of
the Authority be amended to include noting in the minutes of each meeting those who
are in attendance at the adjournment of each meeting.
Following this meeting, a new procedure was implemented where Members are to record
arrival and departure times for TRCA board meetings on the sign-in sheet. This is to facilitate
tracking in the meeting minutes of actual attendance time.
At Authority Meeting #2/12, held on March 30, 2012, the Authority directed staff to review this
procedure for effectiveness and to make a recommendation on whether or not this practice
should be continued. The following is a summary, on average, of this review for the 29
meetings held between approval of Resolution #A30/12 as noted above and the date of this
staff report:
• attendance at meetings - 79%;
• arrived late - 12%;
• left early-5%;
• meetings with all participants present at the end of the meeting - 66%
• completed sign-in portion of the attendance sheet- 77%;
• completed sign-out portion of the attendance sheet- 32%.
Signing in/out summary has been adjusted to account for those participating by conference call
who were not present to sign the attendance sheet.
Staff does not have comparable numbers for previous periods as other than attendance at
meetings, the information was not tracked. However, staff believes these numbers reflect a
consistent pattern as previous periods.
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In addition, quorum was achieved for all scheduled meetings during this period. In
comparison, only one meeting in the previous three years was unable to be held due to lack of
quorum, showing a fairly consistent trend regardless of whether time in attendance at meetings
was tracked. Further, the average number of members leaving early is 5% and this occurred at
34% of the meetings as the remainder had 100% of the participants in attendance at the end of
the meetings. As indicated, comparable numbers are not available for previous periods, but
with the current make-up of members and their dedication to attending meetings in their
entirety, staff does not believe the tracking of arrival and departure times to have an impact on
the ability to maintain quorum.
During the discussion at the Authority meeting in February 25, 2011, concerns were expressed
by staff over the ability of the clerk to monitor comings and goings of members during the
meeting while performing other duties, so the sign-in/sign-out procedure was agreed to be the
most effective tracking method. However, in practice, the clerk is completing, on average,
sign-in for 23% of Members and sign-out for 68% of the Members, thereby increasing the
likelihood for error in times recorded.
Finally, Section 247 (1) of the Municipal Act, R.S.O. (1990) requires Municipal Treasurers, to
submit to Council a statement of remunerations and expenses paid in the proceeding year to
each member of Council with respect to his/her services as an official of the municipality,
membership on a local board or other body. TRCA provides this information annually, but this
information is requested in terms of number of meetings attended versus number of meetings
scheduled. As the municipalities do not report to Council on the time spent at each meeting,
these statistics are not factored in when making reappointments to the Authority.
As a result, staff recommends that only members' attendance at meetings of TRCA be
recorded, rather than the specific arrival and departure times of each Member.
Report prepared by: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264
Emails: kstranks @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264
Emails: kstranks @trca.on.ca
Date: April 16, 2012
RES.#A51/12 - SCARBOROUGH HYDRO CORRIDOR RESTORATION PILOT
PROJECT
A habitat restoration project designed to improve the environmental
integrity of hydro corridors is being developed and implemented in the
Gatineau Hydro corridor, in Scarborough.
Moved by: Glenn De Baeremaeker
Seconded by: Ben Cachola
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THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff be directed to implement
the hydro corridor restoration project and report back to the Authority on the progress of
this project.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The Scarborough Hydro Corridor restoration Project is a 40 hectare parcel of the Gatineau
Hydro Corridor starting at Brimley Road and Lawrence Avenue running northeast to Ellesmere
Road and Scarborough Golf Club Road. The site has historically been mowed by Hydro One
and maintained as a manicured meadow, leaving an extensive swath of thick fescue grass that
limits biodiversity and aesthetic appeal. The area is currently under management agreement to
the City of Toronto. A new multi-use trail was completed by the City of Toronto along the
corridor and there is significant interest in ways to improve the biodiversity of the site and
overall trail experience. TRCA and the City of Toronto are proposing to restore the site to a
natural meadow with native wildflowers, grasses, shrub nodes and habitat structures (e.g. nest
boxes, habitat piles, etc.).
Native prairies and meadows in southern Ontario have been in decline over the years.
Aggressive large scale farming practices, urban sprawl and over grazing are all factors that
have decreased this once abundant ecosystem. Native flowers and grasses will grow for over
50 years with little to no inputs (i.e. maintenance). Prairie grass creates deep roots which is
ideal for carbon sequestration, and recent studies show that 3 to 4 tonnes an acre of carbon
can be stored annually underground. These species adapt to changing climate, poor soils and
are drought resistant because of their extensive rooting system. The colourful flowers create
improved biodiversity on the landscape for birds, pollinators and beneficial insects, and
Monarch butterflies utilize these habitats during their migration trip to and from Mexico.
The following work will be completed through a partnership with TRCA, the City of Toronto,
Hydro One and the Rural Lambton Stewardship Network (RLSN). The RLSN has over 14 years
of experience in establishing tallgrass prairie habitat in Ontario. Two sections of the hydro
corridor has been identified for Phase 1 implementation of the project. Site preparation is
critical to the success of any prairie or meadow. The corridor contains extremely thick fescue
grass which can be very problematic. In order to properly prepare the site, it is recommended
that one or two (only if needed) applications of herbicide be applied in early May and again in
June. A nurse crop of soybeans is to be planted for spring/summer of 2012 with a no-till drill
soybean planter. This creates the ideal site conditions for planting wildflowers. The soybeans
with provide full cover to the exposed soil (to limit growth of undesirable plants) and will add
nutrients to the soil. In this situation, a flat, firm weed-free, moisture rich seedbed is created
and ready for spring 2013 wildflower and grass planting. Once established, the meadow will
require minimal maintenance (mowing every three to four years). This should garner significant
cost savings from the past practice of mowing six times a year.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
The following work will be completed through a partnership with TRCA, the City of Toronto and
the RLSN. The work schedule below is based on consultation with all parties and will be
adjusted as required.
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Task Name Duration Approx. year Resource Names
Time
Signage TRCA and City of Toronto
Deployment/Community 3-5 days Early May
Contact 2012 Councillors Office
First Spray treatment 2 days Early May 2012 TRCA (RSS)
Shrub node planting 4 days Late April 2012 City of Toronto
No till seeding of soybeans 2-3 days Early June TRCA (RSS)
(spray before if necessary) 2012
Second phase planting 4 days October 2012 City of Toronto
Installation of habitat 4 days December TRCA (RSS)
structures (phase 1) 2012
Tallgrass prairie seeding 2-3 days Late April Rural Lambton
2013 Stewardship Network
2012 Mowing 1 1 day Early May 2013 TRCA (RSS)
2012 Mowing 2 1 day Mid June 2013 TRCA (RSS)
Wetland pocket creation (if 3 days October TRCA (RSS)
possible) 2013
Installation of habitat 4 days January TRCA (RSS)
structures (phase 1) 2014
2013 Mowing 1 1 day Early May 2014 TRCA (RSS)
Mowing cycle once every TRCA (RSS) or City of
meadow is established 1 day Summer 3-4 Toronto
years
FINANCIAL DETAILS
The estimated cost of the 2012 activities is $110,000 and is supported by the City of Toronto
and TRCA Restoration Services with in-kind support from Hydro One and Rural Lambton
Stewardship Network. Funds are available in account 117-27, and staff will seek additional
funding for future.
Report prepared by: Gord MacPherson, extension 5246
Emails: gmacpherson @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Keri McMahon, extension 5243, John Stille, extension 5396
Emails: kmcmahon @trca.on.ca, jstille@trca.on.ca
Date: April 18, 2012
RES.#A52/12 - PORT UNION WATERFRONT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT PHASE 2
Settlement of Compensation, CFN 36503. Recommends settlement of
compensation for the Lisa Fung Zid property acquired for the Port Union
Waterfront Improvement Project Phase 2.
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Moved by: Gloria Lindsay Luby
Seconded by: Michael Di Biase
THAT confidential item AUTH7.8 - Port Union Waterfront Improvement Project Phase 2, be
approved;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back when the item is completed and can be made
public.
CARRIED
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
RES.#A53/12
Moved by: Gloria Lindsay Luby
Seconded by: Maria Augimeri
THAT the committee move into closed to discuss item AUTH8.4 - Ontario Municipal Board
Mediation Proposed Resolution.
CARRIED
ARISE AND REPORT
RES.#A54/12
Moved by: Michael Di Biase
Seconded by: Glenn De Baeremaeker
THAT the committee arise and report from closed session.
CARRIED
RES.#A55/12 - ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD MEDIATION PROPOSED
RESOLUTION
Update regarding the mediated settlement reached at the Ontario
Municipal Board on the Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law
Amendment and Subdivision applications related to the residential
development of the David Dunlap Observatory Lands.
Moved by: David Barrow
Seconded by: Michael Di Biase
WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff was directed to seek
party status at the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) with respect to the applications for
Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision
pertaining to the David Dunlap Observatory Lands;
WHEREAS TRCA staff participated in the drafting of the Minutes of Settlement with all
parties to the OMB mediation;
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WHEREAS TRCA acted in a technical advisory capacity to the Town of Richmond Hill
during the OMB mediation proceedings with respect to the natural features and woodlots
on the site;
WHEREAS TRCA acted in a regulatory capacity for the southeast portion of the site, for
which it was determined that the wetland and upwellings in this area are under the
jurisdiction of the Conservation Authorities Act and Ontario Regulation 166/06;
WHEREAS the DDO Defenders (a community advocacy group representing the interests
of the community and Observatory at large) retained party status, participated in the
mediation process, and were the first appellants to sign the Minutes of Settlement (MOS)
on April 10, 2012;
WHEREAS the Town of Richmond Hill Council authorized the endorsement of the Minutes
of Settlement on April 12, 2012;
WHEREAS TRCA will become a signatory to the proposed Minutes of Settlement reached
at the OMB mediation with respect to the applications for Official Plan Amendment,
Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision pertaining to the David Dunlap
Observatory Lands;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT this agreement and the MOS as set out in this
report be endorsed;
THAT staff be directed to continue to provide technical advice to the Town of Richmond
Hill and work cooperatively with our municipal partner, appellant, and other parties to
ensure the TRCA's interests are implemented as agreed upon within the MOS and the
work to be completed within the Master Environmental and Servicing Plan (MESP) as part
of the OMB process;
THAT authorized officials be directed to take whatever action is necessary to give effect
hereto including the signing and execution of documents;
AND FURTHER THAT the OMB and all parties to the hearing be so advised.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Executive Committee Meeting #9/09, held on November 6, 2009, Resolution #8174/09, was
approved as follows:
THAT staff be directed to report to Authority Meeting #9/09, scheduled to be held on
November 27, 2009, on the potential benefits of including the Dunlap property, Town of
Richmond Hill, in Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's list of priority acquisition
sites.
At Authority Meeting #9/09, held on November 27, 2009, Resolution #A206/09, in part:
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THAT the David Dunlap Observatory property, being Part of Lots 41, 42 and 43,
Concession 1, and designated as Part 1 on Plan 65R-29959, Town of Richmond Hill,
Regional Municipality of York, be added to the Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority's list of priority acquisition sites for the Regional Municipality of York;
THAT staff be directed to work with the Town of Richmond Hill to develop an acquisition
strategy for the property or portions thereof;...
And furthermore, at Executive Committee Meeting #6/11, held on July 8, 2011, Resolution
#B106/11, was approved, in part, as follows:
THAT authorization be given to Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff
to retain legal counsel to pursue the appeal and/or aid in mediation before the Ontario
Municipal Board (OMB) regarding the proposed Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law
Amendment and Subdivision applications pertaining to the David Dunlap Observatory
Lands;
THAT TRCA staff continue to work cooperatively with TRCA's municipal partners and the
appellant to ensure TRCA's interests are implemented as part of the OMB process;
Site Context
The David Dunlap Observatory (DDO) lands are approximately 72 hectares (177.9 acres) in
area, located north of 16th Avenue, south of Hillsview Drive, east of the Canadian National
Railway (CNR) Bala Line, and immediately west of Bayview Avenue, within the Town of
Richmond Hill. The property is located within the Don River watershed, however the majority of
the site is outside of TRCA's Regulated Area of the Don River, and therefore is predominantly
not subject to Ontario Regulation 166/06 (Development, Interference with Wetlands and
Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourse Regulation) with the exception of a localized
wetland, headwater drainage feature and groundwater upwelling, located at the southeastern
corner of the site.
The property contains three key building structures identified as having cultural heritage value:
the Administration Building, the Elms Lea farmhouse which was used as the former residence
of the DDO Director, and the Telescope building. The property also contains a combination of
arboretum plantings, natural forests and cultural landscape plantings, all of which contribute to
the different aspects of the natural heritage system on the property (Attachments 1 and 2.
Attachment 2 illustrates the woodlands as individual ecological units and is for illustrative
purposes only). Combined, these plantings consist of a total of ± 35.47 hectares, which meet
the size criteria to be considered 'significant' on a Regional scale (which has been identified in
the Region of York Significant Woodlands Study 2005), as well as under the Provincial Policy
Statement (PPS) (2005).
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Chronology of Events
The University of Toronto acquired the property as a gift by the widow of David Dunlap in the
mid 1930's. The site functioned as an astronomical research observatory for over 70 years, and
contributed to several astronomical discoveries, including confirmation of the existence of
'black holes'. When the University of Toronto announced its intent to sell the lands in 2007, the
Town of Richmond Hill expressed interest to acquire the property for public use, in
collaboration with other public agencies, including TRCA. In July 2008, the University of
Toronto sold the lands to Corsica Development Inc. (Corsica) for an estimated ±$80 million,
with the intent to develop the lands for residential purposes.
As noted in a report to the Authority dated November 27, 2009, the DDO lands are within the
TRCA's approved master plan for acquisition for the Don River watershed. It is also identified in
the approved Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2006-2010. Further, the property is noted in
the TRCA's German Mills Creek Subwatershed Regeneration Plan (2009) (Don Watershed Plan)
as a priority property for regeneration, recognizing the property as playing an important role in
managing water balance in German Mills Creek, however it should be noted that the majority of
the tableland woodlands are not directly associated with the TRCA regulated feature of this site.
As such, TRCA staff was directed to place the lands on the TRCA list of priority acquisition sites
for the Regional Municipality of York, and was further directed to work with the Town of
Richmond Hill to develop an acquisition strategy for the property or portions thereof. Through
numerous meetings and investigations into various funding opportunities and partnerships,
TRCA and the municipality determined that the required funding to acquire the property was
unattainable.
As acquisition opportunities were being explored by the public agencies, Town staff also
investigated opportunities with the landowner to achieve a mutually agreeable compromise
which would provide for limited development on site, while preserving portions of the cultural
and natural landscape.
The form of development proposed by Corsica included 833 low and medium density
residential units, with the removal of over 29.02 hectares of forested areas on the subject lands.
On April 21, 2010, TRCA received the David Dunlap Observatory Lands Master Environmental
Servicing Plan (MESP) prepared for Corsica Developments.
On March 18, 2011, Corsica appealed the applications to the OMB under subsection 34(11)
and 51(34) of the Planning Act, for the Town's refusal or neglect to render a decision with
respect to the Official Plan, Zoning By-law and Subdivision applications within the review period
prescribed in the Planning Act.
TRCA technical staff reviewed the MESP document and provided comments to the Town and
Corsica on December 17, 2011. To date, the issues and deficiencies outlined in TRCA's
commenting letter regarding the contents of the MESP have yet to be addressed by Corsica.
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During the time leading up to the Ontario Municipal Board Hearing, the Town of Richmond Hill
completed a heritage district study and significant woodlands study. Under Part IV of the
Ontario Heritage Act, the Conservation Review Board issued a report to the Town in June 2009,
acknowledging the property as lands with significant cultural heritage value at a municipal,
provincial and federal scale. Subsequently in September 2009, the Town of Richmond Hill
Council passed a By-law on the DDO lands to designate a portion of the lands as Cultural
Heritage Landscape. The by-law established the boundaries of the extent of the Cultural
Heritage Landscape and identified key heritage attributes on the property as more than half of
the entire property.
The site represents the last remaining undeveloped site within the Town's south urban area,
and therefore, the Town has had regard for the Town's New Official Plan (endorsed by Town
Council July 2010). The New OP designates a significant portion of the lands as "Natural Core"
and "Natural Linkage", however the OP also provides site specific policies (Section 4.9.1.4)
within the Neighbourhood designation to include opportunities for low density residential
development on the portion of the lands not encumbered by natural or cultural features.
Among the site specific policies are requirements for any development to have respect for the
protection and enhancement of cultural heritage resources and key natural heritage features on
the site. In January 2010, Town Council endorsed a Planning and Conservation Management
Plan, further strengthening the policies and guidelines for the preservation of the DDO lands.
In July 2011, TRCA staff brought forward a report to the Executive Committee requesting
authorization to request party status at the OMB Hearing to ensure TRCA's interests related to
the regulated wetland are addressed. TRCA staff has further provided our technical advisory
services to the Town of Richmond Hill and Region of York under our agreements and
Memoranda of Understanding (MOU's), to ensure that policies relevant to TRCA's jurisdiction
and matters related to natural heritage issues are addressed.
Ontario Municipal Board Proceedings
On March 18, 2011, the proponent appealed the applications to the OMB under subsection
34(11) and 51(34) of the Planning Act, for the Town's refusal or neglect to render a decision with
respect to the Official Plan, Zoning By-law and Subdivision applications within the review period
prescribed in the Planning Act.
A pre-hearing meeting was scheduled for June 2 and 3, 2011 to determine the scope of the
issues and establish a date for the hearing. On June 2, 2011, TRCA staff attended the
pre-hearing conference, at which time, staff requested party status. During the pre-hearing, the
Board Member encouraged mediation as an option to be considered by all parties. With the
complex layering of the natural and cultural heritage with the proposed form of development, all
parties agreed the challenge warranted further discussion and analysis.
On September 14, 2011, mediation commenced with the OMB mediator and the parties to the
hearing. After the presentation of the site regarding the cultural and natural features on the site,
it was determined that a meeting of the technical experts would be required to further discuss
the principles of development on a go forward basis for mediation. This precipitated a meeting
with the Town and the environmental consultants for Corsica on October 8, 2011, in which the
parties agreed on an approach to the natural features on the site, and that a rehabilitation and
restoration plan would be required, as well as compensation opportunities.
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On December 12 and 13, 2011, formal mediation continued, informing the OMB of the work
completed to date by Corsica and by the Town of Richmond Hill and their natural and cultural
heritage consultants, specifically related to the delineation of the Cultural Heritage precinct.
On January 23 and 24, 2012, formal mediation continued on the natural heritage and regulated
areas of TRCA. It was determined that a general delineation of the woodlot containing the
regulated wetland would be required to be staked in the field. This would provide the general
limit of development for the proposed stormwater management pond proposed adjacent to the
woodlot. The potential impacts of the stormwater management pond upon the woodlot would
be subject to further review as part of the final MESP and detailed design work.
In working with the parties to the OMB Hearing, particularly with the Town of Richmond Hill, and
after delineating the limit of development in the field, TRCA staff continued the mediation
process to determine the feasibility of the stormwater management pond on the block adjacent
to the local wetland within the regulated area. Further analysis determined that the pond
requirements could be accommodated within the proposed stormwater management block,
and it was further agreed upon by Corsica and the Town that this would be the maximum limit
of the stormwater management block, with no further encroachments upon the regulated
wetland and associated forest block. Additional discussions were led by the Town of
Richmond Hill regarding protection of the natural heritage system, balancing a development
configuration that maintained critical terrestrial and natural heritage (TNH) woodlands, and
established appropriate restoration and enhancement areas, as well as a comprehensive
compensation package for the loss of ±6 hectares of woodlot which could not be
compensated for on site.
Through the mediation process, Corsica amended their original development concept from the
original 833 residential units, distributed across the site, to restricting development to the
eastern half of the property, and reducing the proposed number of residential units. The final
revised draft plan of subdivision proposed by Corsica is outlined in Attachment 2, and includes:
1. the preservation of a consolidated natural and cultural heritage block including the David
Dunlap Observatory and associated buildings;
2. the preservation of the southeast corner of the property which contains the regulated
wetland and associated mature forest;
3. the preservation and enhancement of a natural corridor linkage from the regulated area to
the consolidated natural and cultural heritage block; and
4. 530 low and medium density residential dwelling units fronting onto Hillsview Drive and
contained within the eastern portion of the subject lands.
While it is was the first interest of TRCA to protect the TNH lands in-situ with minimal woodland
loss, TRCA staff has been working with all parties to reach a mutually beneficial compromise to
maintain areas of highest significance in-situ and restore and enhance new blocks for
maximum continuity. These lands will be consolidated into public ownership as opposed to
being kept in private ownership.
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Rationale for the Mediated Settlement
TRCA staff has been participating in OMB mediation proceedings for the subject property. As
per our MOU's with the Town and Region. TRCA staff has also acted in a technical advisory
capacity to the Town of Richmond Hill related to tablelands not within the regulated jurisdiction
of TRCA. Throughout the proceedings, TRCA staff has maintained the requirement to protect
and enhance the Regulated portions of the site.
The Region of York deferred the issues related to the preservation of the natural heritage
features to TRCA and the local municipality. The position of the Town of Richmond Hill, TRCA
and DDO Defenders is that the woodlands on the site are considered 'significant' as defined in
accordance with the PPS 2005, primarily based on its size criteria, however the PPS 2005
further qualifies the test as 'no negative effects' on the feature. Therefore, in the pursuit of a
larger, consolidated parcel, it was determined that the intent of the discussions would continue
to protect for and enhance a'significant woodland' on the property which could withstand the
development pressures of encroaching urban development, while providing the opportunity for
a comprehensive protection and management plan that would result in a sustainable woodland
in the long term.
As such, a large portion of the eastern woodlot (approximately 17.87 hectares, not including
Block I as identified on Attachment 2) was assessed as a regenerating, low quality woodlot,
limited in its species composition and comprised of several invasive species. With regard for
this information, the Town continued to lead discussions. It was agreed by all signatories that
maintaining the woodlots in-situ would result in a greater negative impact as the natural system
would be segregated into smaller disjointed and unsustainable woodlots, which would be
further negatively impacted by the proposed development. As such, there was a general
agreement that in this circumstance, there existed opportunities for replicating the young forest
on the eastern half of the property onto the western portion of the site, and the woodlots to be
retained could be qualitatively enhanced to create a self sustaining, higher quality forest and
held in public ownership. This would limit the negative impacts anticipated from the
development of the eastern portion of the property for residential purposes, and a
complementary consolidated cultural and natural heritage block on the western portion of the
site would provide the greatest overall community benefit. As such, TRCA staff, in its advisory
capacity, supported the Town of Richmond Hill in its negotiations to consolidate the western
half of the property into public ownership with restoration. While this resulted in an overall net
deficit of approximately ±6 hectares of lost woodlands, further negotiations secured funds from
Corsica to ensure the long term sustainability of the woodlots to be retained, and to implement
an enhancement and management program. For further information pertaining to the
woodlands to be preserved, removed, and reforested, refer to Attachments 1 and 2.
In TRCA's advisory capacity, staff has worked with the parties to the hearing (Town of
Richmond Hill, Region of York and the DDO Defenders) to reach a mediated settlement with
respect to the woodlands. In summary, the mediated settlement (led by the Town of Richmond
Hill) provides an overall community benefit as follows:
1. providing a blended protection, restoration and enhancement package consisting of a
consolidated natural heritage and cultural heritage block which consists of ±56% of the
entire property, to be preserved for its long term preservation, and consisting of the
conveyance of:
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• 34.92 hectares of natural and cultural woodlots and associated buffers (identified as
Block F on Attachment 2);
• 2.67 hectares of woodlands and wetlands and associated buffers (identified as Block I
on Attachment 2);
2. the provision and implementation of an enhancement and management program and the
provision of$1,233,000.00 to the Town of Richmond Hill to fund the qualitative
enhancements for the restoration and maintenance of the woodlot to ensure its long term
sustainability. The Town will work in collaboration with TRCA to implement the works;
3. the reforestation of 8.41 hectares of self sustaining native forest located within the cultural
and natural heritage precinct (Block F) and the provision of an amount of$420,500.00 to the
Town to fund the reforestation and long term maintenance of these lands;
4. an additional $250,000.00 in funds to provide qualitative enhancements to the Cultural
Woodland Buffer Plantings adjacent to the residential properties along Hillview Drive;
5. the preservation and enhancement of the existing wetland located in the southeastern
portion of the site which is subject to the jurisdiction of TRCA under Ontario Regulation
166/06;
6. the provision, management and enhancement of a 30 metre wildlife corridor linkage from
the regulated area to the consolidated natural and cultural heritage precinct to be preserved
and restored;
7. the dedication of a 0.3 hectare park for the future community;
8. the following cultural heritage features were agreed to remain in private ownership (as
identified on Attachment 2) with the option for further discussions regarding future
conveyance with possible endowment for long term preservation, or the public acquisition
of the lands at fair market value:
• Block A (David Dunlap Observatory Dome);
• Block B (Administration Building and associated garden and parking area);
• Block C (Elms Lea);
• Block D (Gatehouse - not considered culturally significant)
• Block E (Donalda Trail);
• Block J (Panhandle lands - Elvis Stojko Arena-not considered culturally significant).
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
TRCA staff continues to work with the mediation parties to ensure the regulated portions of the
site are preserved, restored and enhanced while continuing to provide technical advice to the
Town of Richmond Hill. TRCA will become a signatory in the negotiated Minutes of Settlement
which has been reached by all parties through the OMB mediation process.
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Once ratified, TRCA staff will continue to attend the OMB to ensure our interests are maintained
in the Minutes of Settlement, continue to review the final updated MESP, and ensure the
conditions of approval, final design of the plan of subdivision and permit review reflect TRCA's
requirements. TRCA staff will also continue to support the Town of Richmond Hill during the
OMB hearing, where participants to the hearing were not parties to the mediated settlement, will
need to be informed of the settlement.
Report prepared by: Doris Cheng, extension 5306
Emails: dcheng @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Doris Cheng, extension 5306;
Quentin Hanchard, extension 5324
Emails: qhanchard@trca.on.ca
Date: April 12, 2012
Attachments: 3
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Attachment 1
Corsica Woodland Compensation
Areas to he Re-planted
Area# Size(ha) I
8 4.97 I
I 11 0.99
I 18 245 I
ITotal: 8.41 I x$50,000.00/ha.
15420,500.00
Areas to he Removed
Area# I Size(ha)
19 1.06
22 0.3
25 I 3 05
•
25 I 5.45
27 I 1.4
29 0.29
30 1.59
31 1.9
32 1_R
24 019
34 001
35H 0.05 Ratio of Woodland Removed to Woodland
2111 0.38 Replacement
Itatal: 17.87
2.12 :1
(Areas to be Retained I
$ Area# Size(ha)
1 1.3
2 1.34
{ 3 0.76
3 3.56
( 4 3.72
5 178
8H 0 19
7H 0 04
9 0.3
( 10 0.37
{ 15 0.57
17 3.03
119 052
19 038
22 1.56
25 I 1.54 I
29 2.02 I
37H 0.9 I
Total: 24.48 I x$50,000.001ha.
1$1,223,000.00
(Cultural Edge Management
I Area# Size(m) I
Nape 625
;Will 625
ITQtal: 1250 I x 3200.00/m
15250,000.00 1
Total Woodland Compensation $1,893,500.00
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RES.#A56/12 - GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
1029626 Ontario Inc., CFN 47183. Purchase of property located south of
King Street, east of Kennedy Road - Campbells Cross, Town of Caledon,
Regional Municipality of Peel, under the "Greenlands Acquisition Project
for 2011-2015", Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River
watershed.
(Executive Res.#821/12)
Moved by: Ben Cachola
Seconded by: Jim Tovey
THAT 5.96 hectares (14.72 acres), more or less, of vacant land being Part of Lot 27,
Concession 2 EHS (Chinguacousy) and designated as Blocks 22 and 23 on a Draft Plan
of Subdivision prepared by Ivan B. Wallace, Ontario Land Surveyors Ltd., Drawing No.
5-9104-M, dated February 10, 2012, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel,
located south of King Street, east of Kennedy Road - Campbells Cross, be purchased
from 1029626 Ontario Inc.;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive conveyance of the
lands free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements;
THAT Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer
tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary action
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals and signing and
execution of documents.
CARRIED
RES.#A57/12 - GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
Giovanni Spano and Luisa Carlone-Spano, CFN 47204. Purchase of
property located east of Islington Avenue, north of Willis Road (rear of
146 Riverside Drive -Woodbridge), City of Vaughan, Regional
Municipality of York, under the "Greenlands Acquisition Project for
2011-2015", Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River
watershed.
(Executive Res.#822/12)
Moved by: Ben Cachola
Seconded by: Jim Tovey
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THAT 0.12 hectares (0.29 acres), more or less, of vacant land being Part of Lot 27,
Registered Plan No. M-1111 and designated as Part 3 on a Draft Plan of Survey prepared
by J.D. Barnes Limited, under their Reference No. 11-21-292-00-C, dated November 28,
2011, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, located east of Islington Avenue,
north of Willis Road (rear of 146 Riverside Drive -Woodbridge), be purchased from
Giovanni Spano and Luisa Carlone-Spano;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive conveyance of the
lands free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements;
THAT Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer
tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary action
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals and signing and
execution of documents.
CARRIED
RES.#A58/12 - GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
West Etobicoke Creek South Britannia Road East Project,
Etobicoke Creek Watershed, Regional Municipality of Peel
1880 Britannia Road East Ltd., CFN 47045. Permanent easement from
1880 Britannia Road East Ltd. required by TRCA for construction,
maintenance and repair of the West Etobicoke Creek South Britannia
Road East Project.
(Executive Res.#823/12)
Moved by: Ben Cachola
Seconded by: Jim Tovey
THAT a permanent easement for the construction, maintenance and repair of the West
Etobicoke Creek South Britannia Road East Project containing 0.14 hectares (0.35 acres),
more or less, consisting of a 5 metre wide strip of vacant lands being described as Part of
Lot 5, Concession 4, EHS, City of Mississauga, Regional Municipality of Peel, be
purchased from 1880 Britannia Road East Ltd.;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive conveyance of the
permanent easement free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements;
THAT Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer
tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
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AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary action
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals and signing and
execution of documents.
CARRIED
RES.#A59/12 - WILKET CREEK CHANNEL
Extension of Contract RSD11-56, Rehabilitation Project Emergency
Works Phase Ill, City of Toronto. Recommends extension of contract
RSD11-56 to include the addition of a third bridge at Site 3 of the Wilket
Creek Channel Rehabilitation Project.
(Executive Res.#824/12)
Moved by: Ben Cachola
Seconded by: Jim Tovey
THAT staff be authorized to issue a change order on Contract RSD11-56 for a total value
of $197,440.08 plus HST to McPherson Andrews Contracting Limited for the supply and
installation of a 30 m long permanent bridge to be used in Phase III of the Emergency
Works in Wilket Creek Park;
THAT a contingency allowance of $20,000.00 to be expended as authorized by Toronto
and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff be approved;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized officials be directed to take the necessary action to
implement the contract including obtaining necessary approvals and the signing and
execution of documents.
CARRIED
RES.#A60/12 - WIRELESS COMMUNICATION SERVICES
Appointment of Rogers Communications as Primary Service Provider.
Recommends that Rogers Communications be appointed as primary
service provider of wireless and cellular communications services.
(Executive Res.#825/12)
Moved by: Ben Cachola
Seconded by: Jim Tovey
THAT Rogers Communications be appointed as the primary service provider for Toronto
and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) wireless and cellular communications;
THAT the appointment be on terms and conditions satisfactory to TRCA staff and solicitor
as necessary, including but not limited to:
a) services provided at all times in a manner satisfactory to TRCA at its sole discretion:
b) services provided to be on a non-exclusive basis;
c) terms of services to be determined by nature of product/service offering;
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THAT staff be authorized to continue to use the services of Telus Communications where
it is cost effective to do so and/or where Telus provides a superior technological solution;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized officials be directed to take the necessary action to
implement the appointment including signing and execution of documents.
CARRIED
RES.#A61/12 - PROVINCIAL GROUNDWATER MONITORING NETWORK
Four year partnership agreement between Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority and the Province of Ontario for operation of the
Provincial Groundwater Monitoring Network within the Toronto and
Region Conservation Authority jurisdiction.
(Executive Res.#826/12)
Moved by: Ben Cachola
Seconded by: Jim Tovey
WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) and the Ontario Ministry
of the Environment (MOE) have worked together over the past 12 years to build and
operate the Provincial Groundwater Monitoring Network (PGMN);
WHEREAS the PGMN program provides valuable data in support of watershed planning
and source water protection programs at TRCA;
WHEREAS MOE has provided a new agreement to continue the PGMN for the next four
years;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA enter into the Provincial Groundwater
Monitoring Network Agreement with MOE commencing April 1, 2012, and continuing for a
period of four years;
THAT the agreement be on terms and conditions satisfactory to TRCA officials and, as
necessary, TRCA solicitors, including but not limited to, being subject to funding being
available;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take such action as is
necessary to implement the agreement, including the signing and execution of
documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A62/12 - NAMING OF STEELES WEST STATION
Request the Toronto Transit Commission recognize the pioneer heritage
of the Greater Toronto Area in the Toronto York Spadina Subway
Extension project, by reflecting the proximity of Black Creek Pioneer
Village in the naming of the Steeles West station.
(Executive Res.#827/12)
Moved by: Ben Cachola
Seconded by: Jim Tovey
WHEREAS the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), in partnership with the Regional
Municipality of York, is constructing a new station for the Toronto-York Spadina Subway
Extension project on Steeles Avenue West, approximately 800 metres from Black Creek
Pioneer Village;
AND WHEREAS Black Creek Pioneer Village is an historic museum opened in 1960,
representing a typical 19th century crossroads community that became the foundation for
modern Toronto and Ontario;
AND WHEREAS Black Creek Pioneer Village is regionally, nationally and internationally
recognized for its collections and artifacts, as well as its public and education programs;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
(TRCA) request that the Toronto Transit Commission consider naming the Steeles West
Station as Black Creek Pioneer Village (Steeles West);
THAT staff report back on the naming process for stations on the Eglinton LRT line once
that process has been formally initiated by TTC;
AND FURTHER THAT the TTC, City of Toronto, Regional Municipality of York, City of
Vaughan and York Region Rapid Transit Corporation be so advised by the CAO's Office.
CARRIED
RES.#A63/12 - BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE
Community Standard Policy. Recommends approval of Black Creek
Pioneer Village Community Standard as required by the provincial
Community Museum Operating Grant program.
(Executive Res.#828/12)
Moved by: Ben Cachola
Seconded by: Jim Tovey
THAT the Black Creek Pioneer Village (BCPV) Community Standard Policy dated April 5,
2012, be approved;
AND FURTHER THAT the Ministry of Tourism and Culture be so advised.
CARRIED
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RES.#A64/12 - GEOCACHING POLICY
Recommends approval of the Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority Geocaching Policy.
(Executive Res.#B29/12)
Moved by: Ben Cachola
Seconded by: Jim Tovey
THAT the Geocaching Policy dated February, 2012, outlined in Attachment 1 to the staff
report dated March 2, 2012, be approved;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff contact all known
geocaching associations to inform them of the policy and requirements for geocaching
on TRCA property;
AND FURTHER THAT a geocaching information page be placed on the TRCA website to
inform the public of the rules and regulations for this permitted activity.
CARRIED
RES.#A65/12 - HUMAN RESOURCE POLICIES
Rescinding of Selected Policy Approvals. Recommends rescinding of
Authority approvals of relocation, and rehiring of retirees policies, and
employee suggestion award program.
(Executive Res.#B30/12)
Moved by: Ben Cachola
Seconded by: Jim Tovey
THAT the Relocation Policy, the Rehiring of Retired Employee Policy and the Employee
Suggestion Award Program be rescinded.
CARRIED
RES.#A66/12 - 2012 BUDGET, OPERATING AND CAPITAL
Recommends approval of the 2012 operating and capital budget.
(Budget/Audit Res.#C3/12)
Moved by: Michael Di Biase
Seconded by: David Barrow
WHEREAS the Conservation Authorities Act (CA Act) provides that a conservation
authority, in establishing its annual levy, shall have the power to determine the proportion
of total benefit of any project afforded to all participating municipalities that is afforded to
each of them;
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THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT, subject to such regulations under the
Conservation Authorities Act as may be approved by the Lieutenant-Governor-in-Council:
(i) all participating municipalities be designated as benefiting for all projects included
in the 2012 Operating Budget;
(ii) Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's (TRCA) share of the cost of the
programs included in the 2012 Operating Budget shall be raised from all
participating municipalities as part of the General Levy;
(iii) the 2012 General Levy be apportioned to the participating municipalities in the
proportion that the modified current value assessment of the whole is under the
jurisdiction of TRCA, unless otherwise provided in the levy or a project;
(iv) the appropriate TRCA officials be directed to advise the participating municipalities,
pursuant to the Conservation Authorities Act and the regulations made thereunder,
and to levy the said municipalities the amount of the Total General Levy set forth in
the 2012 Operating Budget, including property tax adjustments and non-Current
Value Assessment (CVA) levy, and to levy the said municipalities the amount of the
Capital Levy set forth in the 2012 Capital Budget and in the approved projects of
TRCA;
THAT, subject to finalization of the participating municipalities' apportioned levy amounts,
the 2012 Operating and Capital Budget, and all projects therein, be adopted;
THAT staff be authorized to amend the 2012 Operating and Capital Budget to reflect
actual 2012 provincial grant allocations in order to determine the amount of matching levy
governed by regulation;
THAT, except where statutory or regulatory requirements provide otherwise, staff be
authorized to enter into agreements with private sector organizations, non-governmental
organizations or government agencies for the undertaking of projects which are of benefit
to TRCA and funded by the sponsoring organization or agency;
THAT the cost of property taxes imposed by municipalities on conservation lands owned
by TRCA be charged as additional levy to the respective participating municipalities;
THAT, as required by Ontario Regulations 139/96 and 231/97, this recommendation and
the accompanying budget documents, including the schedule of matching and
non-matching levies, be approved by recorded vote;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take such action as may be
necessary to implement the foregoing, including obtaining needed approvals and the
signing and execution of documents.
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RECORDED VOTE
Maria Augimeri Yea
David Barrow Yea
Ben Cachola Yea
Bob Callahan Yea
Ronald Chopowick Yea
Glenn De Baeremaeker Yea
Michael Di Biase Yea
Colleen Jordan Yea
Mujeeb Khan Yea
Gloria Linday Luby Yea
Glenn Mason Yea
Mike Mattos Yea
Gerri Lynn O'Connor Yea
Linda Pabst Yea
John Sprovieri Yea
Cynthia Thorburn Yea
Jim Tovey Yea
Richard Whitehead Yea
THE MOTION WAS CARRIED
SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
RES.#A67/12 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by: Linda Pabst
Seconded by: Michael Di Biase
THAT Section II items EX8.1 - EX8.4, inclusive, contained in Executive Committee Minutes
#2/12, held on April 13, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
Section II Items EX8.1 - EX8.4. Inclusive
EMERALD ASH BORER MANAGEMENT
(Executive Res.#831/12)
SUPPLY OF RENTAL RATES FOR AN OPERATED HYDRAULIC BACKHOE
(Executive Res.#832/12)
2012 WATER QUALITY LABORATORY ANALYTICAL SERVICES
(Executive Res.#833/12)
HYDROLOGIC STUDY OF THE ROUGE RIVER WATERSHED
(Executive Res.#834/12)
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SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD
RES.#A68/12 - IN THE NEWS
Overview of Toronto and Region Conservation Authority activities and
news stories from January- March, 2012.
Moved by: Ronald Chopowick
Seconded by: Glenn Mason
THAT the summary of media coverage and Good News Stories from January- March,
2012 be received.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
As per Authority direction during 2006, a consolidated report covering highlights of Toronto and
Region Conservation Authority's (TRCA) activities and news coverage for the preceding few
months is provided to the Authority every few months. The stories for January- March, 2012 are
as follows:
Healthy Rivers and Shorelines
Water News - Signed contracts on risk management catalogue for approximately$249,000,
from ministries of Natural Resources and Environment to develop the Risk
Management Measures Catalogue for use by risk management officials under the
Clean Water Act.
• Draft Proposed Source Protection Plan is complete and was released for public
comment.
Restoration - National Post March 3rd story, "The magic of Mimico", is about the
neighborhood and mentions the extensive revitalization of Toronto's lakefront and
that TRCA is an integral partner for Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation on
the project.
Education and Stewardship -The Brampton Guardian story "Spring brings water warning"
is about how residents should stay away from creeks during a spring melt. The
advisory was issued by conservation authorities in Ontario.
• In February 2012, TRCA started using new terminology for flood and water safety
messages. The new terminology was adopted by TRCA, other conservation
authorities across Ontario and the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources (OMNR).
These changes will ensure that messages are consistent and in line with severe
weather terminology used by other agencies such as Environment Canada and the
Weather Network.
• 4th annual Floods Happen workshop was attended by over 100 people from 33
emergency response agencies across the GTA.
• Over 100 Highland Creek watershed residents attended workshops to help develop
Neighbourhood Greening Concept Plans for three project areas as part of the
Highland Creek Watershed Neighbourhood Greening Project, in collaboration with
the City of Toronto and community partners. Follow up workshops to review the
draft plans will be held on April 21st and 22nd.
Celebrations and Events - On March 22nd, The Aurora Banner story "Water Week activities
planned in York" mentions that TRCA is hosting a free water-related movie night at
the Kortright Centre.
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Facilities and Infrastructure - March 23rd Toronto Star story "A meandering new national
park in the GTA's Rouge Valley is being hailed as the great hope of the federal parks
system" includes mention of TRCA's role in the transition of the park. The
Scarborough Mirror on February 14th also writes story "Rouge Alliance group
finishes its job in July".
• Rouge National Urban Park confirmed in 2012 federal budget
• Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Toronto Port Authority to construct the
Embayment D Coastal Wetland at Tommy Thompson Park. The work represents a
$750,000 investment to TRCA land.
Regional Biodiversitv
Terrestrial and Aquatic Plants and Wildlife - February's mild weather brought lots of media
activity prompting many requests for TRCA experts to speak about the effects of
mild weather on wildlife/plants. CTV News, CBC French Radio, King Sentinel,
Toronto Star, CBC Radio, Global TV News and CBC National News all ran the story.
Story titles include "When Winter is more like Spring"; "Weird Weather taking its
toll".
• In the January 28th Toronto Star story, "The transforming Power of trees", Mark
Cullen talks about The Living City Foundation and how it plants and maintains trees
on TRCA property.
• Global National News on January 28th reports on coyote attacks. TRCA wildlife
expert was interviewed for the story to discuss animal behavior and how people can
avoid encounters.
• In Brampton Guardian January 29th story, "1,000 dead frogs and counting",
discusses how the impact of animal crossings are being catalogued by TRCA, City
of Brampton and Toronto Zoo's Ontario Road Ecology Group.
• TRCA successful in getting funding from Canadian Wildlife Service for goose
management program in Toronto. Geese will be captured and fitted with cellphone
tracking technology to understand their movement in the Toronto region.
• Pair of eastern bluebirds sited in Brock North earlier than usual.
• Earth Rangers conducted a successful prescribed burn on 15 acres of property they
lease at Kortright. This was part of a habitat restoration program.
Research and Innovation -The Living City Foundation received $210,000 from Greenbelt
Foundation to implement an action plan with the GTA Agricultural Action Committee
over two years.
• Received $60,000 from the Salamander Foundation to refine and apply the TRCA
integrated ecosystem recovery planning approach to two subwatersheds within the
TRCA jurisdiction. This is a shared initiative between TRCA's Restoration Services
and Ecology divisions.
Facilities and Infrastructure - 33 acres of the Pandolfo property at Pine Valley Drive and
Teston Road will be acquired by TRCA through donation. The Huron-Wendat Nation
believes the ancestral archaeological site there to be provincially, if not nationally,
significant, and recommended to the owner that it come into TRCA ownership.
Education and Stewardship - In January 17th story "New business for ecology centre", The
North Bay Nugget discusses new educational programs by TRCA and W.Garfield
Weston Foundation at new ecology centre.
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• York Region Media Group story on January 25th, "Art shows take root in Vaughan",
discusses how the local gallery has teamed up with two local schools and TRCA for
a program called the Growing a Forest Initiative.
• The Boyd Archaeological Field School is returning in 2012 for its 35th season, with
updated curriculum and a raised profile that TRCA and partners are training future
Ontario archaeologists starting at the high school level.
• The City of Kitchener has reviewed TRCA's Terrestrial Volunteer Monitoring Program
with interest, and will be implementing a similar program in their jurisdiction. TRCA
staff shared materials and knowledge to assist them in their efforts.
Celebrations and Events - In Mississauga News March 19th story, "Healthy Yards workshop
offered", TRCA was mentioned as hosting a Healthy Yards Spring Workshop.
Sustainable Communities
Research and Innovation - Ontario Tire Stewardship donating approximately$100,000 of
product for retrofit of green parking lot at KCC.
• Toronto Atmospheric Fund providing $40,000 to initiate Geocity Partnership.
• TRCA is partnering with the Saskatchewan Research Council on a biomethane
project.
• Climate Consortium received $100,000 from Canadian Foundation for Climate and
Atmospheric Science to develop integrated global and regional climate and air
quality simulations to provide high resolution climate and air quality data for Ontario
and the Great Lakes Region. The Province of Ontario and municipalities in TRCA's
jurisdiction will be engaged in identifying their data needs.
• GTAA has initiated an assessment of climate risk and vulnerability of their operations
and infrastructure with an aim to develop and implement adaptation strategies.
Facilities and Infrastructure
Education and Stewardship -The New Brunswick Telegraph Journal on January 11th story,
"Rothesay earns no. 2 spot in energy efficiency challenge; Environment Town
among best in national Town Hall Challenge", discusses the competition hosted by
TRCA that called on all municipalities to submit utility data on their town hall.
• The Etobicoke Guardian on January 28th writes "Humber Arboretum earns platinum
eco status". The EcoCentre program is a new nine month program led by TRCA and
designed to help education centres address the issues of climate change. Five
TRCA education centres, including Black Creek Pioneer Village, received silver and
bronze designations.
• Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) invited TRCA to run a training session on
Assessment of the Hydrologic Impacts of Climate Change at CWRA conference in
Banff on climate change adaptation. This training program has been developed in
partnership with Ministry of Natural Resources, Ministry of the Environment and York
University as part of the Ontario Regional Adaptation Collaborative supported by
NRCan.
• Green Infrastructure Ontario (GIO) Coalition, of which TRCA is a founding partner,
released their report 'Health, Prosperity and Sustainability: The Case for Green
Infrastructure in Ontario' at a Queen's Park reception attended by MPPs and their
staff as well as GIO members.
• Sharp Canada has donated a 46" monitor to TRCA's Etobiocke and Mimico
Watersheds Coalition to train people and demonstrate the carbon foorprint
calculator at public events.
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• TRCA has successfully negotiated a MOU with George Brown College to have a test
facility at Kortright, which will become part of the Sustainable Technologies
Evaluation Program (STEP) program. Lease negotiations are currently under way for
the test facility.
Planning and Development- In York Region Media Group story "$5000 in fines for paving
yard in Unionville" a resident was ordered to restore the portion of his property that
falls within the TRCA jurisdiction back to its original vegetative state.
• York Region Media Group Stories "Dunlap mediation resumes" on January 9th; "It
costs big bucks to defend nature" on January 20th and "DDO process closes in on 1
year" on March 13th, discusses ongoing process of the David Dunlap Observatory
hearings and the groups involved.
• In 2011, Canada invested over$118 billion in its top 100 infrastructure projects. Of
that, nine projects worth a total of$15.716 billion are within the jurisdiction of TRCA.
• 250 people attended first annual TRIECA Stormwater Conference.
Celebrations and Events - On March 22nd, The Weather Channel and Canadian
Engineering Magazine attended TRCA's National Water Adaptation to Climate
Change Forum where they heard lessons and opportunities, and heard about the
needs and potential challenges in advancing adaptation of water resource
management nationally.
• TRCA hosted the National Water Adaptation Forum attended by leading water
experts from across Canada. The project is funded by Natural Resources Canada
through the Regional Adaptation Collaborative Program.
Financial Capacity- Fisheries and Oceans Canada is providing $15,000 for STEP projects.
Human Interest-TRCA staff met with Minister Bentley to pitch TRCA's support for district
energy and combined heat and power.
Business Excellence
Education and Stewardship - Caledon Citizen on March 22nd published story "Caledon and
TRCA calling artists to take part in Caledon's Rain Barrel Artist's Collection". The
story is about the second annual Paint a Picture for Conservation Rain Barrel art
contest.
Education and Stewardship - Launching 16 month TRCA educator training program in
partnership with the Jackman Institute at U of T.
• 40 internationally trained engineers graduated from our PATE program, 90% who
have found positions in their technical fields, many with our municipal partners and
development clients. The PATE program is a bridging strategy to assist
internationally trained professionals to learn about their field and partake in a work
placement for that most needed Canadian experience to land long term
employment.
• Ryerson University is exploring teaching opportunities at Kortright.
Celebrations and Events -TRCA received 30 media hits about the Sugarbush Maple Syrup
Festival. Coverage included Toronto Star, CTV News at Noon, Discovery Channel's
Daily Planet, TVO Kids, CBC radio, Global TV News and Toronto Life. An ethnic
media tour attracted eight major ethnic media outlets to attend.
• Hamilton Spectator on March 3rd discusses Toronto March Break activities at TRCA
facilities in story "Money Savers for March Break in Toronto".
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• North York Mirror March 7th story, "Black Creek Pioneer Village opens doors for
March Break", describes the activities available for families at the special one week
long event. Other media including Toronto Life, Newstalk 1010, Today's Parent
Toronto, Toronto.com, GlobalToronto.com, The Little Paper, KX96 FM and Town
Crier Magazine. Rogers Cable TV show New Canadian did a tour and an interview at
the Village to raise the awareness of the tourism site to new immigrants.
Financial Capacity-TRCA's 2012 budget requests approved by the councils of the regions
of Peel and York and the City of Toronto.
• Over the holidays, The Living City Foundation successfully recruited monthly donors
in shopping malls in Scarborough and Brampton.
• The Friends of the Greenbelt Foundation will once again sponsor the second Tour
de Greenbelt in the Rouge Park.
• TRCA and the University of Waterloo School of Environment, Enterprise and
Development received a $200,000 Partnership Development Grant from the Social
Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada to investigate how the latest
knowledge in social innovation and social impact can be applied to TRCA programs.
If successful, this may lead to a Partnership Grant of$1 million or more over 5-7
years.
Human Interest-TRCA issued 18 news announcements to media from January-March 2012
with approximately 92 news hits found in broadcast, print and online media.
• Brian Graham and Jeremy Pearson rescued someone drowning in Lake Ontario and
have been nominated for a citizen bravery award.
• The Living City Foundation raised about $30,000 from foundations for a special
exhibit about local birds for the Green Living Show.
• Black Creek Pale Ale will be in the Discovery Pack at the LCBO, probably by
mid-April.
• TRCA staff met with Harbourfront Centre staff in regard to a potential partnership on
educational exhibits and using culture and the arts to build the story around urban
conservation. May also be an opportunity to team up with them on camps, possibly
at Lake St. George.
Report prepared by: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264, Rowena Calpito, extension 5632
Emails: kstranks @trca.on.ca, rcalpito @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264
Rowena Calpito, extension 5632
Emails: kstranks @trca.on.ca, rcalpito @trca.on.ca
Date: April 12, 2012
RES.#A69/12 - THE LIVING CITY FOUNDATION
Re-branding and Monthly Supporter Campaign. Report on progress of
The Living City Foundation monthly supporters campaign.
Moved by: Ronald Chopowick
Seconded by: Glenn Mason
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THAT the report on The Living City Foundation Re-branding and Monthly Supporter
Campaign, dated March 28, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #2/11, held on February 25, 2011, Resolution #A23/11 was approved, in
part, as follows:
...AND FURTHER THAT"The Living City Foundation" report regularly to TRCA on the
progress of the monthly donor campaign, and initially at Authority Meeting #8/11,
scheduled to be held on September 30, 2011.
Following approval by the Authority, The Living City Foundation staff issued a Request for
Proposal (RFP) seeking qualified organizations to undertake the monthly supporter campaign.
The agency Fundraising Initiatives Canada was selected as its proposal best met TRCA and
Foundation specifications. Fundraising Initiatives Canada proposed securing 1,189 monthly
supporters for The Living City Foundation at a cost of$300,000. The projected "pay back"from
this investment would be 22 months. At that time, the Foundation would have 601 of those
supporters left.
Results to Date
This report looks at five months of supporter recruitment from October 2011 through February
2012. Funding Initiatives Canada is running a consistent program which is now at its target
level recruiting about 200 new supporters a month. At the end of February, 454 monthly
supporters had been recruited and 343 of those are continuing.
In the current campaign, the Foundation does not accept one-time gifts. This is because the
renewal rate for these supporters (those who will give again), is as low as 10%.
There are three significant measure to consider in evaluating a monthly supporter campaign:
1. cost to acquire a monthly supporter ;
2. monthly supporter attrition rate (expressed as retention rate);
3. monthly supporter average gift.
1. Cost to Acquire a Monthly Supporter
Industry standards for the cost of acquiring a monthly supporter vary widely. Acquiring a
monthly supporter through television can cost more than $600 per supporter. Generally, if a
monthly supporter can be acquired for under$300, the investment is considered successful.
The Foundation budgeted cost to acquire a monthly supporter is$252 ($300,000 divided by
1,189). The actual cost after five months is$218 ($98,858 divided by 454). By this measure,
the Foundation campaign is achieving its target.
2. Monthly Supporter Attrition Rate
Another significant measure is the attrition rate. How many of these donors do you lose?
And, alternatively, how many do you keep?
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In five months, the Foundation has acquired 454 supporters. The targeted attrition rate
would be a loss of 89 supporters. To date, the loss is 111, somewhat greater than the target.
The overall retention rate, the number of supporters we are keeping - is 76%. The targeted
projection for retention is 80% so the campaign is close to target.
3. Monthly Supporter Averaae Gift
The final significant measure of success is the average monthly gift. The targeted monthly
gift to be acquired from supporters is $20. The campaign is averaging slightly higher than
that at$20.69 per supporter per month, so this is on track.
Some statistics about those 454 supporters:
• 63% were recruited at the door of their home;
• 32% were recruited when they are shopping in malls ;
• 5% were recruited by stopping people on the street.
• 55% pay by credit card;
• 45% pay by debit;
• 21% are under 25 years;
• 40% are between 26 and 39 years;
• 31% are between 40 and 59 years;
• 8% are over 60 years.
1. Supporters recruited at the door will stay with us longer than those recruited on the
street. Staff is not sure how long mall-recruited donors will stay with us.
2. The Foundation prefers to have supporters pay by debit. Once again, they tend to stay
with us longer.
3. The best supporters have young families. Very young supporters do not tend to stay
with us.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
The campaign is essentially on target. Recent projections would have the campaign break
even after 23 months when the target was to have the investment paid back in 24 months.
Having acquired supporters, the Foundation needs to consider how to keep its "retained
supporters" engaged and interested.
The Foundation, with advice from TRCA staff, is developing a strategic program to look after
donors. The Foundation's retention rate for donors acquired in the three years 2007- 2009 is
46%. Although this is the industry standard for face-to-face supporter retention after three years,
The Living City Foundation should be able to do better.
The Foundation has developed some special materials to help us keep our monthly supporters.
The Foundation has completely updated our website which features The Living City Explorer.
We have also developed a unique Living City Explorer Pass which gives supporters four
opportunities to explore The Living City.
The Foundation will also make a special phone call in the fall to reactivate and upgrade the
supporters who have been with us for 18 months or more. Some of the Foundation's supporters
have asked that we not call them and we will of course honour their wishes.
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Foundation staff will report back to the board in the fall with the final results of the campaign
and an outline of plans going forward.
Report prepared by: David Love, 416-667-6291
Emails: dlove @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: David Love, 416-667-6291
Emails: dlove @trca.on.ca
Date: March 28, 2012
RES.#A70/12 - CONSERVATION AUTHORITIES MORAINE COALITION
Receipt of the 2011 Accomplishments brochure.
Moved by: Ronald Chopowick
Seconded by: Glenn Mason
THAT the report and brochure on the 2011 summary of accomplishments of the
Conservation Authorities Moraine Coalition be received.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The nine conservation authorities with watersheds on the Oak Ridges Moraine (ORM) partnered
together in late 2000 as the Conservation Authorities Moraine Coalition (CAMC).
The mission of the CAMC is to:
• advance the science and understanding of the Oak Ridges Moraine; and
• work toward government, agency and community support for the form, function and
linkages of the ORM.
The goals of the CAMC are to:
• work in partnership to protect and restore an integrated natural heritage, land form and
water resource system on the Oak Ridges Moraine;
• undertake science-based research and monitoring through an integrated watershed
management approach;
• promote healthy communities and provide opportunities for public use, enjoyment and
outdoor recreation by contributing to an accessible, linked public green space and trail
system across the ORM;
• advocate for and take action to protect and restore the ORM through stewardship, land
securement and education; and
• provide expert advice on environmental planning and policy matters to support a robust
and resilient natural environment as the foundation for sustainable community planning on
the Oak Ridges Moraine.
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Linda Laliberte, Chief Administrative Officer/Secretary-Treasurer of the Ganaraska Region
Conservation Authority (GRCA), served as Chair of CAMC for 2011. David Burnett, Manager,
Provincial and Regional Policy, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA), has been
the coordinator/senior planner for the CAMC since mid-2001. The 2011 version of the annual
accomplishments brochure is a summary of the accomplishments by the CAMC on the ORM in
the past year. Details are found in Attachment 1. A colour hard copy will also be distributed to
Authority Members at the meeting. The brochure is being distributed across the Oak Ridges
Moraine to municipal councils and senior staff, Members of Parliament and Provincial
Parliament, CAMC member boards and partners, and ORM stakeholders. It will also be posted
on the CAMC page of the TRCA website.
2011 Accomplishments
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In early 2011, CAMC completed a 10 anniversary review of its mission and goals. The
brochure highlights CAMC achievements made in 2011 in relation to the revised goals in the
areas of partnerships; research and monitoring; healthy communities; stewardship, land
securement, and education; and policy and planning. This includes the securement into public
ownership by CAMC partners of 585 acres of environmentally significant lands and the
engagement of dozens of private landowners in stewardship projects for wetland restoration,
reforestation, stream rehabilitation, agricultural practices improvements and the creation of
managed forest plans.
A major project for CAMC in 2011, was the continuing partnership with the Oak Ridges Moraine
Foundation (ORMF) to complete the third document in their series of eight reports for
"Measuring Success on the ORM" in preparation for the 2015 legislated review of the Oak
Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan (ORMCP). The Watershed Health Assessment report was
prepared to provide an overview of the watershed health on the ORM; establish a baseline to
understand watershed trends over time; and to identify watersheds of poor environmental
health. The brochure summarizes a few of the general observations arising from the report:
• While a healthy base of terrestrial natural cover exists on the ORM, more restoration work is
needed for most watersheds to increase forest interior habitat to achieve Regional forest
cover targets.
• Data collection indicates many streams on the ORM exhibit environmental quality below
what would be expected for healthy, natural stream systems.
• There is a lack of a coordinated data management system, sufficient monitoring stations, or
committed funding to address the deficiencies.
• While the ORMCP is working at the landscape level to prevent urban sprawl, site-specific
degradation of the ORM continues to occur through dumping and filling of potentially
contaminated soils, suggesting the continued need for funding for stewardship, education
and outreach programs to protect the ecological integrity of the Moraine.
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Lastly, the brochure recognizes the 10 anniversary of the York, Peel, Durham and Toronto
(YPDT)-CAMC Hydrogeology program and acknowledges the many partners involved in the
project over the years. In addition, a special 10 year anniversary YPDT-CAMC brochure was
produced and will be circulated with the CAMC brochure. The YPDT-CAMC brochure provides
a summary of the program and its key areas: database, geology, hydrogeology and planning.
Report prepared by: Kathy Padgett, extension 5687
Emails: kpadgett @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: David Burnett, extension 5361
Emails: dburnett @trca.on.ca
Date: April 13, 2012
Attachments: 1
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Attachment 1
CAMC Accomplishments 2011
Conservation Authorities were first formed some 60 years ago as watershed-based organizations
working with the local community for environmental improvement. In 2000,the 9 conservation
authorities with watersheds on the Oak Ridges Moraine (ORM) united as the Conservation
Authorities Moraine Coalition (CxkxC)' to continue that tradition of community-based
environmental protection,focusing our efforts on the Oak Ridges Moraine.
CAx^C completed a 101h anniversary review of its mission and goals in 2017. This has resulted
in refined goals to ensure they still pmtAde relevant operational guidance to the CAKAC as a
whole,as well as to the 9 individual member Conservation Authorities.The following text lists the
new goals and provides examples of how they were put into action in 201 to achieve on-the-
ground results to protect and enhance the Oak Ridges Moraine.
Goal 1:
To work| rtmersh to protect and restore an integrated natural heritage,
water resource system on the Oak Ridges Moraine.
• CAMC continued its partnership with the Regions of York, Peel & Durham and the City of
Toronto into understanding and managing the groundwater resources of the ORM (see
separate brochure).
• Lower Trent Conservation (LTC) continued its work with i" 4
Ganaraska CA (GRCA) and other partners to restore and raise -,"'",74,-„,
awareness about prairie habitat in the Rice Lake Plains. 1, 1,, „ Ao
• All CAs continued stewardship projects with private landowners '
and restoration projects on publicly owned lands. //'
Goal 2:
To undertake science-based research and monitoring through
an integrated watershed management approach.
• Kawartha CA (KRCA) is nearing completion of 4 required
watershed plans.
• Lake Simcoe Region CA(LSRCA)completed draft sub-watershed ,•"*A
plans for Durham and York Regions.
• LSRCA began conducting diatom analysis at benthic
monitoring sites on the ORM. Diatoms are single-cell algae that ,
respond to a wide variety of environmental variables,providing
expanded capabilities in tracking and assessing ecological lt• •
changes in critical headwater stream habitats.
• Nottawasaga Valley CA (NVCA) and LTC each carried out a
base flow monitoring project.
• GRCA continued to be involved in a grassland bird population study.
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Goal 3:
To promote healthy communities and provide opportunities for public use,enjoyment and
outdoor recreation by contributing to an accessible,linked public green space and trail system
across the Oak Ridges Moraine.
• Management Plans to restore habitats,create trails and protect environmentally significant
lands were prepared by KRCA for the Durham East Cross Forest Conservation Area lands,by
Lower Trent for the Burnley Creek Natural Habitat Area and by Toronto &Region (TRCA)for the
Oak Ridges Corridor Park East lands.
• All CAs continued their maintenance and management of other public lands on the ORM for
outdoor recreational and nature-based uses at locations such as:Albion Hills,Thornton Bales,
Purple Woods, Fleetwood Creek Natural Area and the Ganaraska Forest Centre.
Goal 4:
To advocate for and take action to protect and restore the Oak Ridges Moraine through
stewardship,land securement and education.
• KRCA secured an additional 200 acres of Natural Core Area to add to Durham East Cross
Forest Conservation Area,
• Central Lake Ontario CA (CLOCA)secured an additional 210 acres in the Enniskillen,Long
Sault and Crows Pass conservation areas.
" TRCA secured 1 75 acres on the ORM over 9 additional properties.
• Credit Valley Conservation (CVC)completed 2 wetland restoration projects,8 agricultural
stewardship projects ana restored 600m of stream.
• NVCA,LSRCA&KRCA reforested approximately 7 ha with almost 12000 trees planted.
• GRCA provided 4,500 trees to 13 private landowner stewards while TRCA prepared 6
Managed Forest Plans covering 86 ha and worked with 23 private landowner stewards
covering 35hoto plant 4O'OOD seedlings plus 5.000 frees&shrubs.
• KRCA,GRCA<C were involved in several public awareness events including Prairie Day
and landowner workshops including tree care,water protection and agricultural environment
projects.
Goal 5:
To provide expert advice on environmental pl ri md policy matters to support a robust and
resilient natural environment as the foundation for sustainable community planning on f he Oak
Ridges Moraine.
o TRCA continued implementation of its Sustainable Neighbourhood Action Plan(SNAP) project
in the vicinity of the Lake Wilcox kettle lake in Richmond I-till,
* CLOCA,GRCA,LSRCA&TRCA continued working with the community and municipal partners
to address large-scale fill operations across the moraine.
• All CAs continued to update their regulation policies,promote sustainable resource use and
management based on watershed plan science and public consultation and provide expert
technical advice on planning applications to their member municipalities.
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Assessing the Health of the ORM within a Watershed Context
The 1=+-\MI= partnered tirtirith the CIRM Fo!jrldatic,r1(CIRMF]tc,_,.m plete ir,2=111 the third in theirseries
,_,fx reports for"Measi_Irirlg',11.-,-ess can the�=1RM".The reports,were undertaken in preparation for
the legislated re...deed of the CIRM orlservatior� Plan (CIRMC P) sch e dl_Iled for 2u15.The aim ,r,ras
to assess the effectiveness of the Prc,virlce, the CIRMF and c�therpartners in meeting the purpose
and objectives of the I_IRMI= P to maintain. improve or restore the e. —I. integrity of the i_lak
Ridges Moraine.
TI-le Watershed Health Assessment report established 21 indicators,:grouped into 4 ti-lemes:
Ecological Health, Hydrological Health. Plarinirlg Preparedness arid Watershed Monitoring
',tailor's.T..+,+o of the k ey criteria used tc,select the indicate.rs were the e.;isterlce of data collection
standards to allo,r,r for repeated analysis and ,- mpariscn over time: and the ready availability
of data from e.:isting files, ,,,aatershed studies nd/cr r��-irlg monitoring programs.The pi_Irpcpse
of this report was to: 1] assess, compare a rld pr_�vide ar, overview of the environmental health
of the portion of"atershed lands on the CIRM;2] establish a baseline to ,_._,m pare changes in
....watershed health trends over time: and 2.] identify watersheds,,,rith-I serious erll4rcn,merltal health
problems that shc,l_Ild be a priority for planning, rest,-,rati,-.n and/orste,r,rar iship efforts.
A few of the general observations and recommendations described In the report are
summarized below:
• The ORM possesses a healthy base of terrestrial natural cover, including some significant
areas of forest interior habitat.H owever,more restora Hon work is-needed formostwatersheds
to increase forest interior habitat to scientifically recommended levels and to achieve
Regional forest cover targets.
• Surprisingly, many streams on the JRhr1 exhibit environmental quality below what would
be expected for healthy, natural stream systems, as found in the Indicator data for fish
communities, benthic invertebrates, phosphorous levels and length of vegetated stream °
corridors.
* There is no overall,coordinated,purpose-built data management system for the ORM; nor
are there sufficient monitoring stations for key parameters,standardized methodologies or
protocols or committed funding to address these deficiencies.
• With moderate investment and cooperation: many of the problems related to the Zack of
completeness and incompatibility of the data sets used,could be satisfactorily addressed.
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dedicated to establishing the indicators and mining the e•.isting data sets in order to meet a
very tight timeline.This resulted in limited timeleffort spent on in-depth data analysis to look at
correlations and relationships between the various indicators and on-the-gro!nd observations.In
this regard. Map 11 -"Potential Land Use Footprint-% Urban settlement"(see page t•J provides
an interesting e•ampie. At the landscape scale. Map 11 can be interpreted to say that the
C■PMC P has been s -ce f'I in preventing urban sprawl on the C■PM - that the moraine has
been 'saved"- and many would agree. However, the recent "Moraine Can't Wait"campaign
undertaken by C'ntario Nature, 111'P.M and Earthrocts, which has documented numerous
"assaults"on the moraine on a site-by-site basis.stands in contrast to the landscape-level picture
painted from Map 11 of the Watershed Health Assessment report. A more in-depth analysis
might conclude that the need for funding for stewardship, education and other programs is as
strong as ever,and that the ORM Foundation needs to be recapitalized to help project delivery
agents such as conservation authorities,to meet this need.
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RES.#A71/12 - WATERSHED COUNCIL MINUTES
Moved by: Ronald Chopowick
Seconded by: Glenn Mason
THAT Section IV items AUTH8.5.1 & AUTH8.5.2, in regard to Watershed Committee
Minutes, be received.
CARRIED
Section IV Items AUTH8.5.1 &AUTH8.5.2
DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL
Minutes of Meeting #3/12, held on March 8, 2012
HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE
Minutes of Meeting #1/12, held on March 6, 2012.
RES.#A72/12 - SECTION IV- ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD
Moved by: Jim Tovey
Seconded by: Ben Cachola
THAT Section IV item EX9.1 - Lowest Bid Not Accepted, contained in Executive Committee
Minutes #2/12, held on April 13, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
RES.#A73/12 - SECTION IV- ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD
Moved by: David Barrow
Seconded by: Michael Di Biase
THAT Section IV items BAAB8.1 & BAAB8.2, contained in Budget/Audit Advisory Board
Minutes #1/12, held on April 13, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
Section IV Items BAAB8.1 & BAAB8.2
2011 YEAR END FINANCIAL PROGRESS REPORT
(Budget/Audit Res.#C4/12)
2011 AUDIT PLANNING
(Budget/Audit Res.#C5/12)
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ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
RES.#A74/12 - ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
Moved by: Richard Whitehead
Seconded by: Ben Cachola
THAT Ontario Regulation 166/06 items EX10.1 - EX10.118, inclusive, contained in
Executive Committee Minutes #2/12, held on April 13, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11:42 a.m., on Friday, April 27, 2012.
Gerri Lynn O'Connor Brian Denney
Chair Secretary-Treasurer
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THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #4/12
May 25, 2012
The Authority Meeting #4/12, was held in Weston Room B, Black Creek Pioneer Village,
on Friday, May 25, 2012. The Chair Gerri Lynn O'Connor, called the meeting to order at
9:43 a.m.
PRESENT
Maria Augimeri Vice Chair
Ben Cachola Member
Bob Callahan Member
Ronald Chopowick Member
Vincent Crisanti Member
Glenn De Baeremaeker Member
Michael Di Biase Member
Chris Fonseca Member
Jack Heath Member
Colleen Jordan Member
Mujeeb Khan Member
Glenn Mason Member
Mike Mattos Member
Peter Milczyn Member
Gerri Lynn O'Connor Chair
Linda Pabst Member
John Parker Member
Gino Rosati Member
Dave Ryan Member
John Sprovieri Member
Cynthia Thorburn Member
Jim Tovey Member
Richard Whitehead Member
ABSENT
Paul Ainslie Member
David Barrow Member
Chin Lee Member
Gloria Lindsay Luby Member
Anthony Perruzza Member
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RES. #A75 /12 - MINUTES
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Michael Di Biase
Maria Augimeri
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #3/12, held on April 27, 2012, be approved.
RES. #A76 /12 - DELEGATIONS
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Maria Augimeri
Richard Whitehead
THAT below -noted delegation (a) be added to the agenda and heard.
DELEGATIONS
(a)
CARRIED
CARRIED
A delegation by Mr. Richard Piekutowski, resident, Brampton, speaking in regard to item
AUTH7.5 - Riverstone Golf Course Proposed Expansion.
RES. #A77 /12 - DELEGATIONS
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Glenn De Baeremaeker
Michael Di Biase
THAT above -noted delegation (a) be received.
CARRIED
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION
RES. #A78 /12 - ARSENAL BUILDING AT FORMER CANADA POST CORPORATION
PROPERTY
Region of Peel Funding Request. Report on the feasibility of including in
TRCA's 2013 - 2022 Region of Peel capital budget $2 million in special
funding for rehabilitation of the Arsenal building.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
John Sprovieri
Glenn Mason
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff be directed to enter into
discussions with Region of Peel staff to include in the 2013 -2022 TRCA capital budget for
Peel Region, $2 million in special funding for rehabilitation of the Arsenal building, former
Canada Post Corporation property, City of Mississauga.
CARRIED
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BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #3/12, held on April 27, 2012, Amendment #A44/12 was approved as
follows:
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back at Authority Meeting #4/12, scheduled to be held
on May 25, 2012, on the feasibility of including in TRCA's 2013 Region of Peel budget a
request for $2 million in special funding for rehabilitation of the Arsenal building.
The subject TRCA holding consists of Part of Lot 5, Concession 3, SDS, City of Mississauga,
Regional Municipality of Peel, being part of a much larger area acquired from Canada Post on
October 30, 1992. At the time of acquisition, there was an existing lease with Ontario Power
Generation (OPG) for use of the office warehouse building and storage building situated at the
west entrance to the property from Lakeshore Road East for a training facility. A small area of
the building was leased at a nominal rent by COPS, a community youth group sponsored by
Peel Regional Police. OPG was responsible for utilities, regular maintenance, taxes and rent.
In 2004, OPG commissioned two studies to determine required repairs and upgrades to the
building. The OPG studies indicated that over a five to ten year horizon the building could
require in excess of $2,000,000 in repairs and upgrades. TRCA conducted an independent
review of the studies, as well as a review of requirements under the Ontario Building Code and
Ontario Fire Code which confirmed that the repairs proposed by OPG were reasonable.
In October of 2006, TRCA approved a proposal from OPG regarding the repairs and upgrades
to the building. This proposal provided OPG with a one year extension to the lease to give
OPG time to conduct a leasing study to determine if it was feasible for OPG to continue to lease
the facility given the extensive repair and upgrade costs. If OPG determined that it was feasible
to continue the lease, TRCA would provide an additional 10 year extension for an annual rental
rate of $1.00 subject to OPG spending a minimum of $1,000,000 over the 10 year period to
repair and upgrade the building.
After completing this study OPG determined that it was not feasible to continue to lease the
building and both OPG and COPS vacated the building in June of 2008. At that time City of
Mississauga did an extensive review of the building and determined that there was no
municipal use for the building. Since the building was at the end of its economic life and
required substantial investment to make it useable, a contract was awarded in October of 2008
to Lions Group Inc. for the demolition of the building. In preparation for the demolition, Lions
Group removed all the visible asbestos and disconnected the services to the building. At the
time, there was no indication that the building had two separate water connections; one for
domestic water and one for the sprinkler system. The domestic water supply was
disconnected but the sprinkler system was not. This resulted in breaks is the sprinkler lines
during the winter of 2008 which caused significant water damage and mould. There has also
been ongoing issues with the building relating to vandalism, graffiti and removal of copper wire
from the building.
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As part of the demolition permit application, the City of Mississauga required that TRCA prepare
a Heritage Impact Statement. According to the Heritage Impact Statement the subject building
was known as the Small Arms Inspection Building which was constructed as a wartime project.
It would appear that the construction of the building was completed by 1943. The building
comprises three distinct components: a two - storey front administration wing, a bridge with one -
and two - storey components, and a rear one - storey inspection plant. This is the last remaining
building of a large munitions plant that was erected on the site to manufacture firearms used by
allied forces overseas during World War II. In 1940, Small Arms Limited was incorporated as a
crown company to operate the plant. By 1942, the facility was in full production and at the
height of employment in 1943, the factory employed 5,300 -5,500 workers in three shifts with
women making up 65% of the workforce.
The Heritage Impact Statement recommended that the building be designated under the
Ontario Heritage Act. Based on this recommendation, the City of Mississauga Heritage
Advisory Committee recommended to City of Mississauga Council that the property be
designated under the Ontario Heritage Act. The recommendation was approved by City Council
on May 13, 2009.
In 2009, a group of local residents created the Lakeview Legacy Foundation to look at adaptive
reuse opportunities for the building. City of Mississauga staff and TRCA staff have been
working with representatives of the Lakeview Legacy Foundation to develop a plan for the
future use of the building. Future uses proposed by the Lakeview Legacy Foundation include:
• Arts: with artists in residence and others sharing studio /display /performance space;
• Culture: with programming to celebrate culture in Mississauga;
• Heritage: to commemorate the role of the site and building in history;
• Science: to examine brownfield sites in relation to culture and community development.
Lakeview Legacy Foundation is requesting that TRCA enter into a long term lease with them for
the use of the entire building. TRCA staff has advised Lakeview Legacy Foundation that a
business plan illustrating the sources and use of capital funds, project schedules as well as a
detailed operating plan, including budget will be required by TRCA prior to reviewing the lease
request. City of Mississauga staff has been involved in the discussions relating to preparation
of the business plan by Lakeview Legacy. Lakeview Legacy has not submitted a complete
business plan satisfactory to TRCA and the City.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
In the interim, there is significant work required to properly secure the building and to ensure
there is no further deterioration of the structure. This work includes the following:
• replacement of the heating system;
• replacement of the plumbing system;
• replacement or improvements to the electrical supply and distribution system;
• replacement of the roof on the rear portion of the building;
• removal of the remaining asbestos (during the mould remediation work additional asbestos
was found in the ceilings);
• window and skylight repairs;
• minor structural work.
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Staff estimates that the cost to complete these repairs as well as some restoration work would
be in the order of $2 million.
Further, TRCA staff will continue to have discussions with City of Mississauga staff and the
Lakeview Legacy Foundation regarding the long term lease of the building.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Since TRCA received vacant possession of the building in June, 2008, costs incurred for the
asbestos removal, mould remediation, conversion of the sprinklers system to a dry system,
taxes, utilities, maintenance and security total $306,000. This cost has been partially offset by
film revenues of $35,000.
It is proposed that staff enter into discussions with Region of Peel staff relating to including a
request for $2 million in special funding for rehabilitation of the Arsenal building to be included
in TRCA's 2013 - 2022 capital budget submission to the Regional Municipality of Peel.
Report prepared by: Mike Fenning, extension 5223
Emails: mfenning @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Mike Fenning, extension 5223
Emails: mfenning @trca.on.ca
Date: May 03, 2012
RES. #A79/12 - ONTARIO ENERGY BOARD RENEWABLE NATURAL GAS HEARING
Ratify Toronto and Region Conservation Authority submission to the
Ontario Energy Board supporting Renewable Natural Gas proposal by
gas utilities.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
John Sprovieri
Glenn Mason
THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) submission to the Ontario
Energy Board in support of Enbridge Gas Distribution and Union Gas Limited's
application to create a Renewable Natural Gas program be approved.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
In September, 2011, both Enbridge Gas Distribution and Union Gas Limited, applied to the
Ontario Energy Board (OEB) to establish a Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) program. The
purpose of the program is to spur the development of an RNG industry in Ontario.
RNG is an upgraded or cleaned form of biogas. Biogas is produced naturally when organic
material decomposes in the absence of oxygen. Termed anaerobic digestion, this type of
decomposition commonly occurs in landfills, waste water treatment plants, food processors,
farms, wetlands, etc.
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When biogas is captured and cleaned to remove carbon dioxide and other gases, the RNG that
is produced can be compressed and injected into the natural gas pipeline that extends across
Ontario and beyond. In this form, RNG can be used for many purposes including, heat for
homes and industry, fuel in vehicles, or to create electricity.
There are a wide variety of environmental, economic and waste management related benefits
that accrue to society from the development of an RNG industry, including:
• reduction in the amount of methane released to the atmosphere from landfills;
• significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions of up to 13 million tonnes per year or up
to 45% of Ontario's 2020 emissions reduction target;
• increased capacity for capturing and processing organic wastes including municipal source
separated organics;
• made in Ontario energy supply that reduces financial leakage out of the province;
• creation of local green jobs;a flexible energy supply that can be stored and dispatched as
required;
• replacement of traditional fossil fuel which contributes to energy conservation.
In their application, the gas utilities are proposing to enter into 20 year contracts for RNG with
producers, at fixed prices (based on the source of RNG) that are higher than the current price
of natural gas. Their proposed RNG prices are based on an analysis of the price required to
make production of the RNG economically viable, without having a significant financial impact
on their customer base. To help ensure consumers are not adversely affected by the program,
the utilities have proposed a five year window in which to enter into contracts and a maximum
annual volume cap of 145 million m3. With these protections in place the utilities estimate that
the program will increase customers bills by a maximum of $18 to $20 annually.
Based on staff's assessment of the application, TRCA applied for and received intervenor status
from the OEB. This allowed TRCA to be part of the hearing and to present evidence. Staff hired
the firm of Fraser and Company to audit the OEB hearing and prepare a written argument at the
end of the process.
The OEB hearing began on April 30, 2012 and all arguments had to be submitted no later than
May 24, 2012. Staff received the consultants written argument on May 9th, and will submit the
material to the OEB on May 22nd. The OEB is expected to take several months to review all of
the evidence and make their final recommendations.
RATIONALE
Staff reviewed the application to the OEB by Enbridge Gas Distribution and Union Gas Limited
and determined that there were significant benefits that would accrue from the development of
a RNG industry. Based on review of the proposed program and the evidence presented at the
hearings, TRCA staff submitted evidence to the OEB in favour of the application.
Key points in TRCA's submission to the OEB included:
• RNG and the associated industry would significantly reduce greenhouse gas (GHG)
emissions;
• the proposal develops a supply side approach to reducing GHG emissions that
compliments the more traditional demand side conservation programs;
• the proposal limits the economic impact on consumers;
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• the RNG industry would provide additional capacity for the local treatment of organic waste
from municipal and industrial commercial sources;
• the RNG industry would increase local economic development and reduce leakage of
monies out of the province;
• provides a cost effective low carbon solution that "future proof's" existing technology;
• the program will act to stabilize the cost of natural gas when prices begin to rise.
A copy of the submission to the OEB will be available at the meeting.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
Due to the timing of the hearing and the deadlines for submission of evidence, staff was not
able to seek approval from the Authority prior to making its submission to the OEB. Therefore
staff provided the OEB with TRCA's position, which is subject to Authority ratification.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Staff retained a consultant to audit the hearings and prepare evidence for submission to the
OEB at a cost of $8,000 plus HST. The project was paid for through the community
transformation program budget.
Report prepared by: Bernie McIntyre, extension 5326
Emails: bmcintyre @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Bernie McIntyre, extension 5326
Emails: bmcintyre @trca.on.ca
Date: May 10, 2012
RES. #A80/12 - CLIMATE CHANGE AND NATURAL HERITAGE SYSTEMS
Use, dissemination and support of a risk assessment framework
developed for identifying and managing risk to natural heritage systems
from climate change.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
John Sprovieri
Glenn Mason
WHEREAS "Meeting the Challenge of Climate Change: TRCA Action Plan for The Living
City ", calls for Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's (TRCA) continued
commitment and leadership to support communities and partners in dealing with the
climate change issue;
AND WHEREAS climate change poses potential risks to natural heritage systems in
TRCA's jurisdiction and TRCA has the responsibility to protect and manage, as well as to
support its partner municipalities in the protection and management of natural heritage
systems;
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AND WHEREAS TRCA has developed a climate change risk assessment framework to
identify, prioritize, manage and monitor risks to natural heritage systems associated with
climate change;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT the TRCA risk assessment framework, as
outlined in Attachment 1, be disseminated and communicated to partner municipalities,
Conservation Ontario, conservation authorities and other external stakeholders;
THAT staff work with these partners to use the framework, in conjunction with other
science and tools, to identify and manage the potential impacts of climate change on
natural heritage systems in the TRCA jurisdiction and elsewhere in the region;
AND FURTHER THAT TRCA staff continue to improve the framework and understanding
of the impacts of climate change on natural heritage systems through research and user
feedback.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
It is now widely accepted that a changing climate may have profound effects on natural
ecosystems, with the potential to negatively impact both their biodiversity and the recreational,
aesthetic and health- sustaining services that they provide to human communities. While TRCA
management programs and those of its municipal partners inherently protect and enhance the
resilience of natural heritage systems and water resources to all types of impacts, TRCA has
more recently begun to specifically recommend adaptive and progressive climate change
management, as reflected in watershed management plans, fisheries management plans and
the Terrestrial Natural Heritage Systems Strategy, among others.
In addition, TRCA has played a supporting role in the development of climate change strategies
and programs by its municipal partners, many of which have identified the need to undertake
risk assessments of climate change on natural heritage systems and to promote integrated
natural heritage management to better adapt to climate change. To support implementation of
these strategic directions and to address a general lack of information on the impacts of climate
change on natural heritage systems, TRCA initiated work in 2009 on a framework to identify,
prioritize, manage and monitor risks to natural heritage systems and species associated with
climate change. The intent of the framework is to provide a systematic process for bringing
together best available information on future climate conditions and an understanding of natural
heritage system function to assess the risks to those systems associated with a changing
climate. The framework was developed in consultation with academic leaders, agency partners
and local experts, and initial testing of the framework has involved evaluation of climate change
risks to the urban forest and to coldwater fish species distribution within the TRCA jurisdiction.
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RATIONALE
While staff will continue to apply the framework to inform TRCA protection, enhancement and
management initiatives to help minimize the projected impacts from climate change, the risk
assessment framework provides valuable guidance for all natural heritage system practitioners
on how to understand and manage potential impacts from climate change. Further, to ensure
maximum uptake and impact on the management of natural heritage systems both locally and
regionally, TRCA staff should support its partner municipalities and other key stakeholders in
the protection and management of natural heritage systems from risks posed by climate
change. Therefore, the framework should be provided openly for use by a wide range of
stakeholders including TRCA municipal partners, and other municipalities and conservation
authorities. To this end it is proposed that TRCA staff actively disseminate and communicate
the framework to targeted stakeholders and provide training and other assistance in the use of
the framework in support of mutual climate change and natural heritage management goals.
As understanding of climate change and natural systems is continually evolving, it will also be
important for staff to continue to improve the framework based on new /emerging research and
practice.
Partners that have already expressed interest in the application of the framework include the
Region of Peel, Conservation Ontario and the City of Toronto. Staff can support these
organizations in undertaking climate change risk assessments for natural heritage systems,
which will provide value to the partners as well as important feedback on the utility of the TRCA
framework for future applications.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Financial resources are available to support dissemination of the risk assessment framework,
training and support, and regular review and update through funding provided by the Region of
Peel, Region of York and City of Toronto, to support climate change impact assessment and
adaptation.
Report prepared by: Christine Tu, extension 5707; Noah Gaetz, extension 5348
Emails: ctu @trca.on.ca; ngaetz @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Christine Tu, extension 5707; Noah Gaetz, extension 5348
Emails: ctu @trca.on.ca; ngaetz @trca.on.ca
Date: May 8, 2012
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RES. #A81/12 - RIVERSTONE GOLF COURSE PROPOSED EXPANSION
Reporting back on the City of Brampton approved Official Plan
Amendment (City No. 289 - 2009), which designated portions of the West
Humber River Valley (within the Study Area) as "Special Policy Area -
10", which may be used for golf course expansion.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Glenn De Baeremaeker
Michael Di Biase
WHEREAS the owner of Riverstone Golf Course wants to expand the existing golf course
within the West Humber River valley;
AND WHEREAS on July 18, 2008, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA)
responded to the City of Brampton proposed Official Plan Amendment (OPA) and
supporting Environmental Impact Study (EIS), dated April 30, 2007, prepared by Aquafor
Beech Limited for the Riverstone Golf Course expansion, that TRCA staff could not
support the expansion as envisioned within the West Humber River valley;
AND WHEREAS on October 7, 2009, City of Brampton Council approved and adopted an
OPA (City File No. 298 - 2009), which designates a portion of the West Humber River Valley
(within the Study Area) as "Special Policy Area 10 ", which may be used for golf course
expansion subject to a number of requirements, including the preparation of an updated
EIS;
AND WHEREAS the EIS needs to demonstrate to the satisfaction of TRCA and City of
Brampton that the golf course expansion will have no negative impacts on the West
Humber River Tributary valley corridor natural features and their ecological functions, and
that a net gain in natural features and functions can be achieved through site design and
environmental management;
AND WHEREAS TRCA staff received an updated EIS dated May 31, 2010, prepared by
Aquafor Beech Limited in support of the proposed golf course expansion entirely within
the West Humber River Valley, which is proposed to occur north of an existing nine -hole
golf course;
AND WHEREAS the Authority approved Resolution #A48/11 on March 25, 2011 that
supports staff's position that the proposed golf course expansion could not be supported,
because the EIS had not demonstrated the required "tests" of no negative impacts and a
net gain have been met;
AND WHEREAS TRCA staff provided formal comments to City of Brampton on May 27,
2011 on the updated EIS dated May, 31, 2010;
AND WHEREAS TRCA staff met with City of Brampton staff, a representative from City of
Brampton Council and the owner of Riverstone Golf Course on several occasions to
discuss the status of the application, the redesigned golf course and the required "tests"
of no negative impacts and a net gain to be addressed by a new EIS;
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AND WHEREAS the owners for the Riverstone Golf Course have submitted a redesigned
golf course proposal and have modified the design to the extent possible given the
constrained nature of the West Humber Valley, which still results in significant impacts to
the natural heritage system (in the long term) due to losses of the land base for the
system and increased fragmentation of the remaining system;
AND WHEREAS the proposed golf course expansion has two key losses to the natural
heritage system: (a) loss of net area in the natural heritage system (13.61 ha), and (b)
increased fragmentation of the broader subwatershed natural heritage system corridor;
AND WHEREAS City of Brampton staff intend to take forward a report in June 2012
requesting direction from the City of Brampton Council for proceeding with the site plan
application for the golf course and to implement the requirements of the environmental
studies and analysis;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED that should the City of Brampton and the owner of
Riverstone Golf Course elect to pursue this matter further, the Authority advise the City of
Brampton that the Authority does not object to the proposed golf course expansion
provided the required "tests" of no negative impacts and net environmental gain, as set
out in the following staff report, are achieved through the site plan process and
implementation;
AND FURTHER THAT to offset the loss of areas in the natural heritage system and to
mitigate the increased fragmentation, additional lands (tableland area) need to be added
and restored to the natural heritage system, as well as additional valley restoration to
reduce system fragmentation.
AND FURTHER THAT work still needs to be conducted to determine and quantify where
these offsets can be achieved and how they will be solidified through the site plan
process;
AND FURTHER THAT through the site plan application and agreement, there would need
to be a financial endowment established for the long term management of the restoration.
AMENDMENT
RES. #A82/12
THAT the following be inserted after the 6th paragraph of the main motion:
WHEREAS it remains the opinion of TRCA staff that the updated EIS dated May 7, 2012
has not demonstrated "no negative impact" and has not demonstrated "an environmental
gain" in either the short term or long term;
AND FURTHER THAT the following replace the 12th paragraph of the main motion:
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED that should the City of Brampton and the owner of
Riverstone Golf Course elect to pursue this matter further, the Authority advise the City of
Brampton that the Authority objects to the proposed golf course expansion;
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THAT if the City pursues the proposed golf course expansion, the following "tests" of no
negative impacts and net environmental gain, as set out in the following staff report, must
be achieved through the site plan process and implementation;
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Glenn De Baeremaeker
Michael Di Biase
RECORDED VOTE
Maria Augimeri Yea
Ben Cachola Yea
Bob Callahan Yea
Ronald Chopowick Yea
Vincent Crisanti Yea
Glenn De Baeremaeker Yea
Michael Di Biase Yea
Chris Fonseca Yea
Colleen Jordan Yea
Mujeeb Khan Yea
Glenn Mason Yea
Mike Mattos Yea
Peter Milczyn Yea
Gerri Lynn O'Connor Yea
Linda Pabst Yea
John Parker Yea
Gino Rosati Yea
Dave Ryan Yea
John Sprovieri Yea
Cynthia Thorburn Yea
Jim Tovey Yea
Richard Whitehead Yea
THE AMENDMENT WAS CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED
THE RESULTANT MOTION READS AS FOLLOWS:
WHEREAS the owner of Riverstone Golf Course wants to expand the existing golf course
within the West Humber River valley;
AND WHEREAS on July 18, 2008, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA)
responded to the City of Brampton proposed Official Plan Amendment (OPA) and
supporting Environmental Impact Study (EIS), dated April 30, 2007, prepared by Aquafor
Beech Limited for the Riverstone Golf Course expansion, that TRCA staff could not
support the expansion as envisioned within the West Humber River valley;
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AND WHEREAS on October 7, 2009, City of Brampton Council approved and adopted an
OPA (City File No. 298 - 2009), which designates a portion of the West Humber River Valley
(within the Study Area) as "Special Policy Area 10 ", which may be used for golf course
expansion subject to a number of requirements, including the preparation of an updated
EIS;
AND WHEREAS the EIS needs to demonstrate to the satisfaction of TRCA and City of
Brampton that the golf course expansion will have no negative impacts on the West
Humber River Tributary valley corridor natural features and their ecological functions, and
that a net gain in natural features and functions can be achieved through site design and
environmental management;
AND WHEREAS TRCA staff received an updated EIS dated May 31, 2010, prepared by
Aquafor Beech Limited in support of the proposed golf course expansion entirely within
the West Humber River Valley, which is proposed to occur north of an existing nine -hole
golf course;
AND WHEREAS the Authority approved Resolution #A48/11 on March 25, 2011 that
supports staff's position that the proposed golf course expansion could not be supported,
because the EIS had not demonstrated the required "tests" of no negative impacts and a
net gain have been met;
WHEREAS it remains the opinion of TRCA staff that the updated EIS dated May 7, 2012
has not demonstrated "no negative impact" and has not demonstrated "an environmental
gain" in either the short term or long term;
AND WHEREAS TRCA staff provided formal comments to City of Brampton on May 27,
2011 on the updated EIS dated May, 31, 2010;
AND WHEREAS TRCA staff met with City of Brampton staff, a representative from City of
Brampton Council and the owner of Riverstone Golf Course on several occasions to
discuss the status of the application, the redesigned golf course and the required "tests"
of no negative impacts and a net gain to be addressed by a new EIS;
AND WHEREAS the owners for the Riverstone Golf Course have submitted a redesigned
golf course proposal and have modified the design to the extent possible given the
constrained nature of the West Humber Valley, which still results in significant impacts to
the natural heritage system (in the long term) due to losses of the land base for the
system and increased fragmentation of the remaining system;
AND WHEREAS the proposed golf course expansion has two key losses to the natural
heritage system: (a) loss of net area in the natural heritage system (13.61 ha), and (b)
increased fragmentation of the broader subwatershed natural heritage system corridor;
AND WHEREAS City of Brampton staff intend to take forward a report in June 2012
requesting direction from the City of Brampton Council for proceeding with the site plan
application for the golf course and to implement the requirements of the environmental
studies and analysis;
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THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED that should the City of Brampton and the owner of
Riverstone Golf Course elect to pursue this matter further, the Authority advise the City of
Brampton that the Authority objects to the proposed golf course expansion;
THAT if the City pursues the proposed golf course expansion, the following "tests" of no
negative impacts and net environmental gain, as set out in the following staff report, must
be achieved through the site plan process and implementation;
THAT to offset the loss of areas in the natural heritage system and to mitigate the
increased fragmentation, additional lands (tableland area) need to be added and restored
to the natural heritage system, as well as additional valley restoration to reduce system
fragmentation.
THAT work still needs to be conducted to determine and quantify where these offsets can
be achieved and how they will be solidified through the site plan process;
AND FURTHER THAT through the site plan application and agreement, there would need
to be a financial endowment established for the long term management of the restoration.
BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #1/09, held on September 25, 2009, Mr. Peter Orphanos, Chair, Sierra
Club of Peel Region, made a deputation in regard to his concerns that Peel Region's Regional
Official Plan Amendment (ROPA) 21 does not adequately protect significant valleylands from
active recreational uses such as golf courses or other incompatible uses. Based upon this
delegation, Resolution #A143/09 was approved at that meeting, as follows:
THAT above -noted delegation (a) be heard and referred to staff for consideration when
preparing a report to Authority Meeting #9/09, to be held on November 27, 2009.
TRCA staff brought forward a report to the November 27, 2009 Authority meeting, which
provided staff's position on proposed ROPA 21, and included staff's comments on the
delegation made by Mr. Orphanos. The report also identified that the proponents for the
Riverstone Golf Course were completing an EIS, in addition to other materials in support of the
proposed golf course expansion. Resolution #A203/09 was approved by the Authority at that
meeting, as follows:
THAT staff report back on the Riverstone Golf Course application prior to providing the
City of Brampton with TRCA's comments.
TRCA staff received an updated EIS dated May 31, 2010 and discussed our comments with
City of Brampton staff, Region of Peel staff and the applicant. TRCA staff brought forward a
report to the March 25, 2011 Authority meeting, which provided staff's position on the proposed
golf course expansion and the EIS report dated May 31, 2010. Resolution #A48/11 was
approved by the Authority at the meeting as follows:
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THAT TRCA staff reiterate its position that the potential for a golf course expansion in the
West Humber River Valley (within the Study Area) cannot be supported as currently
proposed as the updated EIS has not demonstrated that the required "tests of no
negative impacts and a net gain have been met;
AND FURTHER THAT should the City of Brampton and the owner of the Riverstone Golf
Course elect to pursue this matter further, the recommendations in the Future Direction
Section identified in this report (i.e., staff report dated March 17, 2011) be incorporated
into the design of the golf course expansion.
TRCA staff reviewed the EIS report and provided detailed review comments to City of Brampton
staff on May 25, 2011, reiterating its position that the potential for a golf course expansion in the
West Humber River Valley (within the Study Area) cannot be supported as currently proposed,
because the EIS had not demonstrated that the required "tests" of no negative impacts and a
net gain have been met.
TRCA staff understands that City of Brampton and the owner of Riverstone Golf Course
continue to pursue this matter. TRCA staff received a letter dated April 30, 2012 from Mr. John
Corbett, Commissioner, City of Brampton Planning, Design and Development Department,
seeking confirmation of TRCA's position on the approach being pursued by City of Brampton
and the owners of Riverstone Golf Course. In order to advance the planning process at this
time, a report from the City of Brampton Planning, Design and Development Department will be
forwarded to Brampton City Council to get direction on proceeding with the site plan
application for the golf course and to implement the requirements of the environmental studies
and analysis. Staff understands the City of Brampton Planning, Design and Development
Department intends to take a recommendation forward in June 2012 and the Planning, Design
and Development Department requests the support and cooperation of TRCA through this
process.
TRCA received a revised concept plan for the golf course dated April 12, 2012, as well as an
update to the EIS dated May 7, 2012, and have discussed our comments with the owner of the
Riverstone Golf Course. TRCA staff is now reporting back to the Authority in order to provide
written comments to the City of Brampton.
Overview
The Riverstone Golf Course is an existing, semi - private, golf course located adjacent to
Claireville Conservation Area, within the valley corridor of the West Branch of the Humber River,
between McVean Drive and Cottrelle Boulevard, in the City of Brampton. This course operated
as an 18 hole course, with an additional pitch and putt area, until approximately 2005. This
course was partially located within the West Humber valley, and partially located on adjacent
tablelands. In 2005, the owners of the Riverstone Golf Course sold the tableland areas for
residential development, and the course was reduced to nine holes. The owners of the
Riverstone Golf Course have subsequently pursued approvals to expand the golf course within
the West Humber valley system, north of Cottrelle Boulevard, to attain an additional nine holes.
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TRCA staff has previously indicated that any proposed expansion to the golf course would
need to be partially located on tablelands, as insufficient space exists within the valley corridor
to allow for expanded golf course uses, while maintaining and enhancing the natural heritage
system in accordance with TRCA's policies and objectives. The valley corridor is generally
narrow and the West Humber River meanders through it. Development subsequently
proceeded on the adjacent tablelands, without the land being pursued for golf course uses,
which eliminated the option for any tableland components. Through the development process,
the valleylands directly upstream of the existing course were conveyed to the City of Brampton,
and were designated in an Official Plan category and Zoning By -law designation that precluded
golf course uses. At the request of the owners of the Riverstone Golf Course, the City of
Brampton initiated an Official Plan Amendment (in 2009) to allow the use of a golf course to be
further considered.
Background Information
The following is a chronology of the Riverstone Golf Course proposal through the planning
process.
• In 2006, City of Brampton Council passed a resolution which supported, in principle, the
expansion of the Riverstone Golf Course.
• An Environmental Review Report, prepared by Aquafor Beech Limited, dated 2007, was
subsequently prepared in support of an OPA, which was required by the City and TRCA to
permit golf course uses within the valleylands.
• TRCA staff provided comments on this OPA on July 16, 2008, as well as previous
comments on July 4, 2006, July 14, 2006 and April 17, 2007 for the tableland subdivision
application (City File #21T-05016B).
• In TRCA's correspondence, it was identified that a golf course expansion could only be
contemplated by TRCA, if it was built on the tablelands as well as the valleylands to allow
for a significant amount of the valley corridor to be preserved in a naturalized, enhanced
state.
• A Recommendation Report, dated August 15, 2008 was approved by the City of Brampton
Planning, Design and Development Committee on September 3, 2008 and the OPA (City
No. 298 -2009) was adopted on October 7, 2009 to permit golf course uses within the
valleyland for the proposed Riverstone Golf Course expansion.
• OPA 298 -2009 designated the West Humber River Valley (within the Study Area) as "Special
Policy Area 10 ", which may allow for a golf course expansion subject to the preparation of
an EIS. The approved OPA specifies the scope of the EIS to demonstrate to the satisfaction
of TRCA and City of Brampton:
1. how the golf course expansion will have no negative impacts on the West
Humber River Tributary valley corridor natural features and their ecological
functions; and,
2. how a net gain in natural features and functions can be achieved through site
design and environmental management.
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• TRCA staff met with the applicant and their consultants on September 11, 2009, to discuss
the fundamental foundation for the EIS. Our discussions identified the need for the EIS to
also consider the following planning hierarchy, which is beyond the conditions identified in
the approved OPA:
• compliance with significant valleyland and natural heritage policies of the Provincial
Policy Statement (PPS), 2005;
• Urban Linkage policies of the Provincial Greenbelt Plan, 2005;
• Restoration Opportunities identified in the West Humber Subwatershed Study;
• Core Area policies of the Greenlands System of the Region of Peel Official Plan;
• City of Brampton Official Plan natural heritage and environmental management
policies;
• TRCA's Terrestrial Natural Heritage System Strategy (TNHSS) as refined as part of
the Humber watershed plan; and,
• TRCA's Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program (VSCMP) policies and
Ontario Regulation 166/06.
• TRCA staff received an updated EIS dated May 31, 2010, prepared by Aquafor Beech
Limited, in support of the proposed Riverstone Golf Course expansion. TRCA staff reviewed
the report and provided detailed review comments on May 25, 2011, reiterating its position
that the potential for a golf course expansion in the West Humber River Valley (within the
Study Area) cannot be supported as currently proposed, because the EIS has not
demonstrated that the required "tests" of no negative impacts and a net gain have been
met.
• Based on recent meetings, TRCA staff is now in receipt of an updated to the EIS dated May
7, 2012, as well as a revised design concept.
Environmental Impact Study (EIS) Key Issues
Based on the previous design concept, TRCA provided the following Future Directions which as
per Authority Resolution must be incorporated into the design of the golf course expansion
should the City of Brampton and the owner of the Riverstone Golf Course elect to pursue this
matter further:
TRCA staff suggest that the City of Brampton consider a consolidated nine hole golf
course that utilizes both the existing golf course lands and the proposed valley. It may
be possible for an EIS that involves a consolidated nine hole golf course approach to
meet the OPA conditions noted above.
It is suggested that the proposed expansion be reconfigured in order to protect the
cultural thicket /woodland feature which comprises approximately 26% of the natural area
within the study limit and appears to be the only substantial natural cover remaining
between Claireville Conservation Area and upstream reaches.
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The EIS in support of either the proposed additional nine holes and /or a consolidated
nine hole golf course needs to provide greater connectivity on -site. In order to achieve
this, it is suggested that the study consider a broader scope of the area studied. It is our
opinion that the current study (i.e., existing and proposed lands) inhibit the ability to
achieve the OPA conditions. It is TRCA staff's opinion that by expanding the study area
and considering potential improvements upstream and /or downstream reaches of the
West Humber River Valley, the feasibility to achieve the environmental tests is improved.
TRCA Staff Review of the May 7, 2012 EIS Update
As a component of the update to the EIS dated May 7, 2012, the owner of the Riverstone Golf
Course submitted a revised golf course and natural system conceptual plan (Drawing No.
PH -1), prepared by Candevcon Limited. The redesign involves the following improvements and
it is TRCA staff's opinion that there are no further configurations that can be contemplated to
minimize negative impacts:
• Eight additional holes incorporated into the study area. The existing nine hole golf course
will be redesigned to re -play an existing hole.
• 3.3 ha of tableland area from the existing golf course area is proposed to be converted into
natural area.
• The golf course layout has been redesigned to retain approximately 3.19 ha of the
thicket /woodland.
• Based on our recent discussions, the applicant has committed to providing restoration (i.e.,
wetland feature and vernal pools) within the study area that will provide improved /additional
habitat functions.
• The revised concept results in six crossings and seven flyovers;
• Less area of the valleylands within the study area are impacted.
The update to the EIS dated May 7, 2012, prepared by North -South Environmental provides a
summary of the functions: (a) that would be lost when compared with predicted outcomes of
long term successional changes if the golf course were not built; and (b) functions that would
be gained after the golf course is constructed, and after the restoration measures have been
implemented.
Based on the EIS, the owners of the Riverstone Golf Course propose restoration that they claim
will enhance many valuable functions, such as:
• increasing tree species diversity;
• providing a restored riparian area to provide the river with shade and organic debris;
• providing wetlands and several small vernal pools that provide insect prey for birds and fish,
and potentially providing breeding habitat for amphibians.
When assessing natural heritage system functions in an urbanizing area, one needs to take the
long term view. Although the valley within the study area currently exhibits the impacts of past
agricultural uses, over the long term its natural heritage values and functions will improve
naturally.
The land base of the natural heritage system is the most critical element to the overall health of
the subwatershed in the long term. This loss of area cannot be offset by improving the quality
of the remnant areas as they will not have the size and shape necessary for improved habitat
function.
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TRCA considers that the golf course expansion will have two major impacts on the natural
heritage system a) the conversion of 13.61 ha of the land base, and b) an increase in the extent
of fragmentation of the valley. To demonstrate "no negative impacts" and "net environmental
gain ", additional lands need to be added and restored to the natural heritage system.
TRCA staff has reviewed the latest EIS dated May 7, 2012, that is intended to quantify the
losses to the natural heritage system and the "ecological gains" that would be accrued with the
proposed golf course.
The report provides a breakdown of all the areas of each of the vegetation units, as well as
proposed areas for restoration. The results indicate that of the 28.75 ha of valleyland within the
study area, 13.61 ha or just fewer than 45% will be permanently altered for golf course
purposes.
Ecological Goods and Services
However, assumptions of future functions with the golf course are predicated on both
restoration and intensive management. This management would be required for both the
retained natural features as well as all restoration areas. Estimates of how long this
management would need to be carried out and the costs were not provided. Offsite
compensation shall be valued to include restoration /planting requirements in addition to a long
term endowment for management of the restored areas. As a point of reference, in a similar
Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) mediated agreement, the real costs for restoration and
management were estimated at $50,000.00 per ha valued for a management period of
approximately 5 to 10 years.
Generally, the EIS does not adequately assess the ecological value of natural succession, and
rather emphasizes the functional values of the proposed restoration. For example, the report
indicates that the golf course would improve water quality. It does not compare the value of a
natural valley, which would also have this same benefit and perhaps more since there would
not be any inputs from the golf course in terms of pesticides or nutrients.
Wetland Habitat
The applicant proposes to create a large wetland and a number of vernal pools to potentially
support breeding amphibians. Although the consultant does not have soils information for the
proposed wetland location, the soils in the adjacent subdivisions include "sandy silt till and silty
sand till" and layers with the occasional course to fine sand lens. It would seem that the area
might not be suited for wetland creation if the soils are sandy. The same may be true for the
vernal pools that are proposed.
The report notes, "in order for the vernal pools to support breeding amphibians, all of the other
habitats used by amphibians would have to be present, as well as the prey organisms that
support tadpoles and the adults." The report does not provide the details to establish the
wetland habitat and whether complementary habitats exist in the area. Given this level of
uncertainty, it is premature to suggest that the proposed wetland will in fact provide increased
biodiversity function for the tributary and natural heritage system.
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Natural Hazards
The consultant for the Riverstone Golf Course has provided information on the 100 year erosion
rate, but has not provided information on where frequent flooding will occur in the
post - development scenario. With the entire proposed golf course in the floodplain of the West
Humber River, staff is concerned that large portions of the course can be expected to flood
regularly. Inserting uses (i.e., pathways, bridge structures, tees, fairways, greens, etc.) with
high capital costs into hazard lands needs to be an important consideration. Frequent flooding
of the play area after storms could lead to the desire to raise these areas, which in turn, could
cause issues elsewhere. Also, the landscaping of the course unless designed to keep
alterations to existing grades to an absolute minimum, may impact the flood storage and
conveyance characteristics and exacerbate flooding impacts downstream. From a feasibility
perspective, this assessment needs to be undertaken.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
It remains the opinion of TRCA staff that the updated EIS dated May 7, 2012 has not
demonstrated "no negative impact" and has not demonstrated "an environmental gain" in either
the short term or long term. The valley of this tributary of the West Humber represents the
"backbone" of the natural heritage system in this part of Brampton and will be all of the natural
system left once the adjacent tablelands build out over the next few years. Should the City of
Brampton and the applicant of the proposed golf course expansion decide to continue to
pursue the proposal further, TRCA staff recommends the following conditions be required in
order to meet the "tests ":
• If the golf course expansion were approved, the impacts associated with the loss to the
natural heritage system would need to be offset. Adding and restoring at least 13.61 ha to
the natural heritage system would be required to offset this loss. This required "addition" to
the system will need to be on tableland connected to the valley corridor and be configured
to provide a "core" habitat or remove an existing use from the valley.
• In regards to an "addition" to the system, discussions between the City of Brampton and the
owners of the Riverstone Golf Course have occurred for the lands currently owned by the
City of Brampton at the northeast corner of Castlemore Road and McVean Drive, located
upstream of the study area. Staff understands a City -wide sports park is envisioned for the
lands. It is TRCA staff's opinion that the subject site presents one of the few remaining
options to offset the loss to the natural heritage system.
• As recommended in TRCA's previous Future Directions, staff understand the owners for the
Riverstone Golf Course are prepared to reconfigure the existing nine hole golf course that
currently utilizes both the valleyland and tableland area. Staff understand the
reconfiguration provides an opportunity to reclaim approximately 3.3 ha of tableland area,
which can be restored to provide "core" habitat.
• In order to mitigate for the disruption (increased fragmentation) of the valley corridor, it
would be required that additional restoration of the valley corridor be undertaken within the
subwatershed area to bolster /improve the habitat connectivity of the corridor.
• An agreement be established to the implementation of the restoration and management of
the protected areas.
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• In all instances, there would need to be funds set aside for the long term management of
the restoration areas in order to ensure the long term success of the restoration proposed in
the EIS.
• The feasibility of the proposed wetland and vernal pools, which will support additional
habitat functions cannot be confirmed at this time. It is premature to suggest that these
elements will provide increased biodiversity function. As such, it is TRCA's expectation that
restoration within this block of the study area will provide improved /additional habitat
functions, which has the potential to provide amphibian breeding habitat, insect prey
production and bird species' nesting habitat.
• A natural hazard assessment is required to determine the operational impacts from
flooding. Also, the study is required to assess impacts to the storage and conveyance of
flood waters upstream and downstream of the study areas.
• The owners of the Riverstone Golf Course address the above -noted requirements as a
component of the site plan application and include appropriate provisions into the site plan
agreement in order to fulfill TRCA's conditions.
• The owners of the Riverstone Golf Course attain a TRCA permit prior to any works
commencing on -site pursuant to Ontario Regulation 166/06.
Summary
It is the intent of this report to provide a finalized TRCA staff position on the potential for a golf
course expansion. As suggested in the letter dated April 30, 2012 from Mr. John Corbett,
Commissioner, City of Brampton Planning, Design and Development, the City intends to take a
report forward to Brampton City Council to obtain direction on proceeding with the site plan
application for the golf course expansion in June 2012. In order to ensure TRCA's interests are
incorporated into the report, the City requires TRCA's comments by May 31, 2012. As such, it
is recommended that this report be provided to the City of Brampton and the owners of the
Riverstone Golf Course, whereby TRCA staff provides a framework of requirements that will
need to be fulfilled in order to meet the "tests" of "no negative impacts" and "net environmental
gain."
Report prepared by: Adam Miller, extension 5244
Emails: amiller @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Carolyn Woodland, extension 5214
Emails: cwoodland @trca.on.ca
Date: May 17, 2012
Attachments: 1
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RES. #A83/12 - ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD HEARING
Vales of Humber Secondary Plan /Block Plan, City of Brampton.
Authorization to request Party status and retain legal counsel at the
Ontario Municipal Board on an appeal related to an Official Plan
Amendment to implement the Vales of Humber Secondary Plan and
Block Plan within the City of Brampton.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
John Sprovieri
Glenn Mason
THAT authorization be given to Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff
to obtain Party status before the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) regarding an Official
Plan Amendment to implement the Vales of Humber Secondary Plan and Block Plan
within the City of Brampton;
THAT TRCA staff be authorized to retain legal counsel to pursue this appeal before the
OMB;
THAT TRCA staff continue to work cooperatively with TRCA's municipal partners and the
appellant to ensure TRCA's interests are implemented as part of the OMB process;
AND FURTHER THAT the OMB and all parties to the hearing be so advised.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
On October 17, 2011, the City of Brampton Planning, Design and Development Committee
approved the Official Plan Amendment (OPA) application "in- principle" to implement the Vales
of Humber Secondary Plan and Block Plan, subject to several conditions that need to be
satisfied before final approval can be granted by staff. One of the conditions is the completion
of the Master Environmental Servicing Plan (MESP) to the satisfaction of the City, in
consultation with the Region of Peel and TRCA. TRCA continues to work with the City, the
landowner group and their consultants to resolve outstanding issues in order to finalize the
MESP.
The Vales of Humber Secondary Plan encompasses an area of 268 ha (662 ac) and is bounded
by Mayfield Road to the north, The Gore Road to the east, Countryside Drive to the south and a
tributary of the West Humber River to the west, beyond which is Estate Residential uses. The
vision for the Secondary Plan and Block Plan is a distinct Upscale Executive Housing
community, characterized by its unique location and natural heritage features, which will be
integrated into the broader urban structure.
It is TRCA staff's understanding that one of the participating landowners has appealed the
approval of the OPA, because they have issues with the delineation of the valley Top of Bank
and the associated 10 metre buffer on their property, which was established by TRCA in
consultation with the City of Brampton and the landowner group.
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RATIONALE
The OMB Pre - hearing Conference is scheduled for May 28, 2012, at which time, the parties of
the hearing will be identified. For the time being, staff level involvement will be required during
the Pre - Hearing meetings and subsequent hearings, until such time that staff identify a need to
engage legal counsel. TRCA staff consider TRCA's involvement to be critical in this hearing to
support the City of Brampton's policies related to natural heritage, natural hazard lands and
floodplain management, and to ensure that TRCA's interests relating to the following are
appropriately considered:
• consistency with TRCA's Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program policies;
• consistency with Section 3.1 - Natural Hazards of the Provincial Policy Statement, 2005, for
which conservation authorities have a delegated responsibility to implement; and
• compliance with TRCA's regulatory requirement under Ontario Regulation 166/06.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
Should the need arise, TRCA staff is requesting authorization of the Executive Committee to
retain legal counsel to ensure TRCA's interests, as identified above, are protected and
addressed at the OMB Pre - hearing Conference of May 28, 2012 and subsequent hearings.
TRCA staff and retained legal counsel will continue to work with the parties and participants to
the hearing in an attempt to resolve TRCA's issues, and to reduce legal fees to the greatest
possible extent.
Report prepared by: Leilani Lee -Yates and Adam Miller, extension 5244
Emails: amiller @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Adam Miller, extension 5244
Emails: amiller @trca.on.ca
Date: May 20, 2012
RES. #A84/12 - CORPORATE LOGO
Updating the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority corporate logo
and wordmark.
(Executive Res. #B45 /12)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Jim Tovey
Vincent Crisanti
THAT the new Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) corporate logo and
wordmark be approved.
CARRIED
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RES. #A85 /12 - HUMAN RESOURCE POLICIES
Whistle Blower and Employee Participation in Municipal, Provincial and
Federal Elections. Recommends approval of Human Resource (HR)
policies on Whistle Blower Protection, and Employee Participation in
Municipal, Provincial and Federal Elections.
(Executive Res. #B46 /12)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Jim Tovey
Vincent Crisanti
THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) Whistle Blower Protection
Policy, dated April 5, 2012, as amended and included in Attachment 1 be approved;
AND FURTHER THAT the TRCA Employee Participation in Municipal, Provincial and
Federal Elections Policy, dated April 5, 2012, as amended and included in Attachment 2
be approved.
CARRIED
RES. #A86 /12 - BRUCE'S MILL CONSERVATION AREA LEASE EXTENSION
Town of Whitchurch- Stouffville, Regional Municipality of York, CFN
31698. Request from the Town of Whitchurch- Stouffville to extend the
existing lease for soccer fields located within the Bruce's Mill
Conservation Area, south of Stouffville Sideroad, east of Warden Avenue,
Town of Whitchurch- Stouffville, Regional Municipality of York, Rouge
River watershed.
(Executive Res. #B47 /12)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Jim Tovey
Vincent Crisanti
WHEREAS the Town of Whitchurch - Stouffville has requested an additional extension to
the lease for soccer fields within the Bruce's Mill Conservation Area, Regional
Municipality of York;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT the lease with the Town of
Whitchurch - Stouffville for soccer fields at Bruce's Mill Conservation Area be extended
until December 31, 2012 with two further one year options to renew;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized officials be directed to take whatever action is necessary
to finalize the lease extension and any of the two further options to renew, including the
obtaining of any approvals and signing and execution of documents.
CARRIED
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RES. #A87 /12 - GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011 -2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Mimico Creek Watershed
Peel Housing Corporation
City of Mississauga, Regional Municipality of Peel, CFN 44886. Purchase
of a partial taking from a residential property located at 7435 Goreway
Drive, City of Mississauga, north of Morning Star Drive, City of
Mississauga, Region of Peel, under the "Greenlands Acquisition Project
for 2011- 2015," Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Mimico Creek
watershed.
(Executive Res. #B48 /12)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Jim Tovey
Vincent Crisanti
THAT 0.1661 hectares (0.41 acres) more or less, being part of Lot 13, Concession 8 East
of Hurontario Street, City of Mississauga, Regional Municipality of Peel described as Part
17 on Plan 43R -13828 and being a partial taking from a property municipally known as
7435 Goreway Drive, be purchased from Peel Housing Corporation;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive conveyance of the
lands free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements;
THAT Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer
tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT the authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary
action to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals and the signing
and execution of documents.
CARRIED
SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
RES. #A88 /12 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by: Linda Pabst
Seconded by: Ben Cachola
THAT Section II items EX8.1 - EX8.3, inclusive, contained in Executive Committee Minutes
#3/12, held on May 4, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
Section II Items EX8.1 - EX8.3, Inclusive
REGIONAL WATERSHED MONITORING NETWORK
(Executive Res. #B49 /12)
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Section II Items EX8.1 - EX8.3, Inclusive Cont'd
REQUEST FOR DISPOSAL OF TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION
AUTHORITY -OWNED LAND
(Executive Res. #B50 /12)
TROUTBROOKE SLOPE STABILIZATION PROJECT CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION AND
MONITORING
(Executive Res. #B51 /12)
SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD
RES. #A89 /12 - WATERSHED COUNCIL MINUTES
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Dave Ryan
Jim Tovey
THAT Section IV item AUTH8.1.1, in regard to Watershed Committee Minutes, be received.
CARRIED
Section IV - AUTH 8.1.1
DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL
Minutes of Meeting #4/12, held on April 12, 2012
ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
RES. #A90 /12 - ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Dave Ryan
Michael Di Biase
THAT Ontario Regulation 166/06 items EX10.1 - EX10.51, inclusive, contained in Executive
Committee Minutes #3/12, held on May 4, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
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TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11:20 a.m., on Friday, May 25, 2012.
Gerri Lynn O'Connor Brian Denney
Chair Secretary - Treasurer
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THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY#5/12
June 22, 2012
The Authority Meeting #5/12, was held in Weston Room B, Black Creek Pioneer Village,
on Friday, June 22, 2012. The Chair Gerri Lynn O'Connor, called the meeting to order at
9:43 a.m.
PRESENT
Maria Augimeri Vice Chair
David Barrow Member
Ben Cachola Member
Ronald Chopowick Member
Michael Di Biase Member
Chris Fonseca Member
Jack Heath Member
Chin Lee Member
Gloria Lindsay Luby Member
Glenn Mason Member
Mike Mattos Member
Peter Milczyn Member
Gerri Lynn O'Connor Chair
Linda Pabst Member
Anthony Perruzza Member
John Sprovieri Member
Cynthia Thorburn Member
Richard Whitehead Member
ABSENT
Paul Ainslie Member
Bob Callahan Member
Vincent Crisanti Member
Glenn De Baeremaeker Member
Colleen Jordan Member
Mujeeb Khan Member
John Parker Member
Gino Rosati Member
Dave Ryan Member
Jim Tovey Member
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RES.#A91/12 - MINUTES
Moved by: Linda Pabst
Seconded by: Maria Augimeri
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #4/12, held on May 25, 2012, be approved.
CARRIED
DELEGATIONS
(a) A delegation by Ms. Madeleine McDowell, Chair, Humber Heritage Committee, speaking
in regards to item AUTH7.1 - Humber Bay Islands Environmental Assessment.
RES.#A92/12 - DELEGATIONS
Moved by: Maria Augimeri
Seconded by: David Barrow
THAT above-noted delegation (a) be received.
CARRIED
PRESENTATIONS
(a) Presentation of the Manulife Cup to the Manulife Paddle the Don Corporate Challenge
Winners.
(b) A presentation by Laurian Farrell, Manager, Flood Risk Management and Infrastructure,
TRCA, in regard to item AUTH8.1 - Flood Management Service.
RES.#A93/12 - PRESENTATIONS
Moved by: Ronald Chopowick
Seconded by: Ben Cachola
THAT above-noted presentations (a) be received.
CARRIED
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SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION
RES.#A94/12 - HUMBER BAY LANDFORM ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
Direction to lead an Environmental Assessment study in collaboration
with Toronto Water, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, and Toronto
Waterfront Secretariat, subject to availability of funding from the City of
Toronto.
Moved by: Maria Augimeri
Seconded by: David Barrow
WHEREAS Toronto Water has requested that Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
(TRCA) lead an Environmental Assessment (EA) Study, which will consider a Humber Bay
landform to improve water quality at Sunnyside Beach and protect the shoreline from
erosion;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA enter into a joint initiative with Toronto
Water to undertake the Environmental Assessment complying with the requisite federal
and provincial requirements;
THAT TRCA staff be directed to work in collaboration with Toronto Water, Parks, Forestry
and Recreation, and the Toronto Waterfront Secretariat throughout the EA process;
THAT as part of the EA process staff be directed to assess potential environmental
impacts including water quality, sediment transport, flood levels, fish and wildlife habitat,
shoreline protection, recreational opportunities, navigation and recreational boating;
THAT TRCA staff ensure broad public consultation with affected stakeholders and be
authorized to establish a Community Liaison Committee (CLC) comprised of affected
community residents, groups, businesses, associations and organizations to provide
community input into the project;
THAT as part of the evaluation of alternatives, staff consider existing waterfront planning
initiatives for the study area such as the Western Waterfront Master Plan;
THAT authorized officials and staff be directed to take all necessary actions to implement
the foregoing, including the signing of agreements, amendments or other legal
documents deemed required in order to retain the necessary consulting services, subject
to approval of Toronto Water;
THAT TRCA participation be subject to funding being available from the City of Toronto;
AND FURTHER THAT Toronto Water be so advised.
CARRIED
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BACKGROUND
The Wet Weather Flow Master Plan (WWFMP) process was initiated by the City of Toronto in
1997, and adopted by City Council in 2003. The goal of the plan is to reduce and ultimately
eliminate the adverse effects of wet weather flow on the environment and to improve the
ecological health of the watercourses and waterfront within the City of Toronto. The plan aims
to manage wet weather flow issues on a watershed basis using a hierarchical solution
approach starting at the source, followed by drainage system conveyance, and ending with
end-of-pipe methods.
The WWFMP is delivered through the 25-Year Implementation Plan, which has identified and
prioritized a list of programs and projects to be achieved in the 25-year time frame. Identified
projects fall into one of eight programs; Public Education, Source Controls, Municipal
Operations, Basement Flooding, Conveyance Controls, Shoreline Management, Stream
Restoration and End of Pipe Facilities.
A key component of the WWFMP is raising public awareness and encouraging resident
participation in community-based programs that help deal with stormwater pollution. The
benefits of the WWFMP include:
• clean waterfront beaches that are healthy for swimming;
• eliminating discharges from combined sewer overflows;
• basement flooding protection;
• protecting City infrastructure from stream erosion;
• restoring degraded local streams;
• improving stream water quality;
• reducing algae growth along the waterfronts and in streams; and
• restoring aquatic habitat.
Throughout the WWFMP development process TRCA staff were involved through the steering
committee, various subcommittees and by providing environmental data. The WWFMP was
presented to the TRCA Watershed Management Advisory Board on February 13, 2004. At
Authority Meeting #2/04, held on February 27, 2004, Resolution #A47/04 was approved as
follows:
WHEREAS the City of Toronto's Wet Weather Flow Management Master Plan provides
detailed recommendations for addressing stormwater, combined sewer overflow, and
infiltration/inflow problems, which have been identified by the Toronto and Region
Remedial Action Plan (Clean Waters Clear Choices, 1994) and local watershed
management strategies (Forty Steps to a New Don -1994, Legacy-A Strategy for a
Healthy Humber-1997;and Greening Our Watersheds - Revitalization Strategies for
Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks, 2002) as representing the most significant sources of
impairment to Toronto's watersheds and waterfront;
WHEREAS the City's WWFMMP study followed an innovative, comprehensive approach;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT the Chair of the Authority send a letter of
congratulations to the City of Toronto on the completion of the Wet Weather Flow
Management Master Plan and express TRCA's intent to assist the City of Toronto with the
plan's implementation;
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THAT the TRCA promote a consistent approach to wet weather flow management among
all municipalities throughout the Toronto watersheds through inter-regional workshops
and joint projects;
THAT TRCA staff assist in WWFMMP implementation by incorporating specific actions
within work programs including: watershed planning studies, wet weather flow policy,
Regional Watershed Monitoring Network, ongoing education, outreach, stewardship and
regeneration programs, and stormwater management technology performance
evaluations;
AND FURTHER THAT staff continue to meet regularly and work with City of Toronto staff
on the completion of the technical and management guidelines to support the
implementation of Wet Weather Flow Policy and projects.
Through the implementation of the Wet Weather Flow Master Plan, progress is being made by
City of Toronto to improve water quality along the waterfront. The City has made considerable
efforts to focus on the City's waterfront beaches and as a result eight of the City's eleven
swimming beaches now meet the internationally recognized Blue Flag water quality standards
for beaches. The three remaining non-Blue Flag beaches are all located near the mouth of
major river systems that have a negative influence on beach water quality. Sunnyside Beach
located to the east of the Humber River on the City's western waterfront is among these
beaches.
City of Toronto staff report that the dominant source of pollution at Sunnyside Beach originates
from the Humber River. Daily monitoring of Sunnyside Beach water quality has shown that
beach water quality is closely related to Humber River water quality, even during dry weather,
and the closer to the river, the greater the correlation.
Less than the 15% of the Humber River watershed is located within the municipality of Toronto.
Nine other municipalities, which include both urban and agricultural areas are located in the
watershed beyond the City of Toronto limits. During the development of the WWFMP,
computer simulation modelling of lake water quality was carried out to determine what results
could be achieved with full implementation of the City's WWFMP, as well as implementation of
best stormwater management practices in upstream municipalities. The results of this
modelling showed that even with the cooperation of upstream municipalities, the City of
Toronto would not be able to achieve water quality targets at Sunnyside Beach. However,
when computer simulation modelling was conducted with a landform on the east side of the
mouth of the Humber River to direct flow of the river into deeper waters of Lake Ontario, in
conjunction with all other measures contained in the WWFMP, the results confirmed that
meeting Blue Flag beach water quality criteria could be met at Sunnyside Beach.
At Authority Meeting #2/04 , held on February 27, 2004, correspondence was received from the
Chair of the Humber Heritage Committee, expressing concern about the City of Toronto
proceeding with construction of this proposed landform at the mouth of the Humber River. A
staff report was received by the Authority on June 25, 2004 in response to this correspondence,
outlining a number of factors that should be taken into account during the Environmental
Assessment process:
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• potential sedimentation at the mouth of the river and the remedial measures necessary to
deal with the impacts;
• acceptable defined fill limit in the lake;
• potential benefit to water quality of increased natural habitat areas throughout the
watershed;
• existing aquatic ecosystems in and adjacent to the subject site;
• adequate aquatic habitat compensation within the context of the Toronto Waterfront Aquatic
Habitat Restoration Strategy;
• public use supported within and adjacent to the beaches protection pier within the context
of the Toronto waterfront revitalization plan; (i.e. boating, trails, fishing and public access);
• navigation issues and solutions; and
• cost/benefit when compared to the actual swimming opportunities that would be created by
the beaches protection piers.
Furthermore, the TRCA staff report committed to working with the City of Toronto through the
Environmental Assessment process by providing additional information as it becomes available
to assist in determining if further options are feasible to meet the objectives regarding safe
swimming.
Since 2004, City of Toronto staff has investigated other solutions to the pollution problems at
Sunnyside Beach. The Western Beaches Tunnel was completed in 2002 and has been
effective in intercepting eight combined sewer overflows and two storm sewer discharges that
previously flowed untreated to Sunnyside Beach. Source controls have also been investigated
as a means of improving stormwater management in all areas of the City. After extensive public
consultation, City Council has mandated certain types of source controls including: mandatory
downspout disconnection; tree canopy cover increase; greenroof implementation; and
increased opportunities for exfiltration sewers in the conveyance system. While these
measures have had a positive effect on water quality, water quality at Sunnyside Beach has not
been improved enough to achieve Blue Flag designation.
In an attempt to provide localized water quality improvement to a small area of Sunnyside
Beach, a pilot project was undertaken in 2009 and 2010. This involved isolating a section of
Sunnyside Beach behind a floating curtain and circulating the enclosed water through an
ultra-violet disinfection system. This project showed that building such a system at a large
enough scale to treat all of the water behind the breakwall would be very expensive. Further,
even for the modest pilot project, the operating costs were not sustainable as the system
required full time attendance to prevent fouling of the intakes with algae, and the results were
mixed, where water quality was often worse within the enclosure than water quality in the lake.
The results of the Toronto pilot were similar to experiences of other Ontario municipalities that
operated these types of systems, where it has been found that it was necessary to add a
disinfecting agent like chlorine to manage bacteria and algae levels adequately.
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RATIONALE
On April 10 and 11, 2012, City Council received a staff report from Toronto Water regarding the
feasibility and cost of carrying out an Environmental Assessment for a Humber Bay Landform to
improve water quality at Sunnyside Beach and protect the shoreline from erosion. City staff
reported that while Toronto Water continues to advance the initiatives identified in the Wet
Weather Flow Master Plan to reduce the impact of stormwater run-off and combined sewer
overflows within the Humber River watershed, the flow of the Humber River must be diverted
away from the shoreline in order to meet the strict provincial beach water quality standards at
Sunnyside Beach.
The beach protection landform proposed in the City's WWFMP would extend an estimated 1 km
offshore of Lake Ontario. The City contemplates that the landform could be designed as a
waterfront destination and recreational amenity and also to provide valuable aquatic and
terrestrial habitat that would enhance existing nearby natural heritage systems along the
Humber River, Humber Bay Park, High Park and Toronto Islands. To advance this concept,
Toronto Water staff recommended to Council that an Environmental Assessment would be
required to consider potential impacts on the flow of the Humber River, river hydraulics, lake
circulation, longshore sediment transport, shoreline erosion, navigation and other matters.
TRCA was subsequently notified of Council's decision to direct Toronto Water to enter into a
joint initiative with TRCA to undertake an Environmental Assessment Study and further that
TRCA be requested to lead the EA in collaboration with Toronto Water, and the Parks, Forestry
and Recreation Division, subject to available funding from the City of Toronto.
As recommended in the City Council report the EA study will include:
• Humber Bay Landform, directed at improving water quality conditions at Sunnyside Beach
and protecting the shoreline from erosion;
• an assessment of impacts on surrounding water quality, circulation, river hydraulics,
sediment transport, flood levels, fish and wildlife habitat, shoreline protection, recreational
opportunities, marine navigation and recreational boating;
• broad public consultation with affected stakeholders; and
• consideration for existing waterfront planning initiatives such as the Western Beaches
Waterfront Master Plan.
Staff recommend entering into a joint planning initiative with City staff based on TRCA's interest
in ensuring an ecosystem-based approach to waterfront planning and matters affecting the
Humber River watershed. Staff is committed to exploring the opportunities that this proposed
project presents to contribute to the success of the City's waterfront and to continue to advance
efforts focused on improving the environmental conditions in the Humber River and its
watershed.
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DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
TRCA staff will initiate the preparation of a detailed work plan for the approval of Toronto Water
staff. The planning and design phases of this project will be carried out under the
Environmental Assessment Act. Based on TRCA's understanding of the scope of work it is
expected that an Individual Environmental Assessment process will be required. Advice from
Ministry of the Environment will confirm the appropriate environmental assessment approach.
The EA process for this project will identify and evaluate a range of alternatives to determine a
preferred solution, including a "Do Nothing" option. The environmental assessment study will
also evaluate and provide a mechanism to respond to potential impacts of this landform as it
relates to the physical, biological and socioeconomic environment and also within the context
of all other planned activities within the study area. Among the issues and opportunities noted
above, TRCA and City staff will consider the potential impact on the Humber River's Heritage
designation, opportunities to improve habitat connectivity and the Humber Marshes, and the
need to protect or improve existing waterfront recreational uses such as rowing, sailing,
swimming, picnicking and trail access.
TRCA will require the support of a consultant team in order to fulfill the requirements of the EA
planning and design process. Specific consulting expertise will be required to model river
flows, hydraulics, water circulation and coastal conditions; help develop a range of alternatives
for consideration; conduct an evaluation of alternatives to select a preliminary preferred
alternative; carry out a detailed assessment of the preferred design alternative and to make
refinements as necessary. Additional consultants will be required to conduct marine
archaeology studies and assist with facilitating the consultation process.
The EA process will facilitate stakeholder engagement throughout the planning of the project
and will allow opportunities for members of the general public including; affected landowners,
public interest groups, and any other interested parties to offer recommendations on the
development of the remedial solutions, and objections to design proposals where appropriate.
TRCA hopes to work with other City departments and a consultant team to engage the public in
a meaningful way by utilizing a range of visioning sessions and design charettes to ensure a
number of innovative solutions are considered during the EA process.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
The full cost of the EA has yet to be determined. Following advice from Ministry of the
Environment as per the appropriate EA process, TRCA will prepare a work plan including a
baseline schedule and cost estimate to complete the EA study for approval by Toronto Water.
This work plan will inform Toronto Water's 2013-2022 Capital Budget and Plan submission for
consideration with the 2013 Capital Budget. TRCA will initiate the EA pending City of Toronto
approval of the 2013 budget. Following confirmation of funding for the EA, TRCA will retain the
required consultants in accordance with TRCA's Purchasing Policy and execute necessary
agreements.
Report prepared by: Laura Stephenson, extension 5296
Emails: Istephenson @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Laura Stephenson, extension 5296
Emails: Istephenson @trca.on.ca
Date: May 17, 2012
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RES.#A95/12 - AMBERLEA CREEK EROSION CONTROL PROJECT
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
Initiation of the Class Environmental Assessment process for the
Amberlea Creek Erosion Control Project, City of Pickering.
Moved by: Glenn Mason
Seconded by: David Barrow
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff accept the lead role in
partnership with the City of Pickering to undertake a Class Environmental Assessment
(Class EA) for the Amberlea Creek Erosion Control Project, subject to City of Pickering
Council approval on June 18, 2012;
AND FURTHER THAT the City of Pickering be so advised.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
In 2006, the City of Pickering formally retained Marshall Macklin Monaghan Ltd. to develop a
Stormwater Management Master Plan (Master Plan) for Frenchman's Bay. The Master Plan was
"to address long-standing concerns regarding the ongoing decline in the quality of the
Frenchman's Bay ecosystem by seeking means to control the quantity and quality of storm
run-off entering the local creeks and the Bay itself" (City of Pickering, 2006). The Master Plan
was finalized in 2007, and there were a series of recommendations and projects to address
public safety issues and degraded water quality within Frenchman's Bay and four main tributary
watersheds. The Master Plan proposed a phased approach for dealing with key priority sites
over the first five years of the implementation of the plan.
One of the key projects identified for completion within Phase 1 of the Master Plan is the
undertaking of the Amberlea Creek Erosion Control Environmental Assessment (Amberlea
Creek EA). Amberlea Creek is one of the four main tributaries of Frenchman's Bay, located
northwest of the Bay.
RATIONALE
The majority of Amberlea Creek's 4 km 2 of watercourse is enclosed in a storm sewer system
upstream of Bayly Street. This has resulted in significant flows at the outlet on the south side of
Bayly where the creek enters into a deep, narrow, steep and heavily forested ravine. Private
properties line the ravine in close proximity of the top of the valley wall. Wide-spread channel
instability is observed throughout the last 600 metres (m) of open channel before Amberlea
empties into Frenchman's Bay. More specifically, the Creek bed has widened, entrenched, and
eroded in the underlying weathered shale and clay hardpan.
Past channel and valley wall protection works have failed, are in the process of failing, or are
causing additional instability elsewhere along the valley. The erosion of the valley wall on the
south side of Amberlea Creek south of Bayly Street is impacting the rear yards of several
properties which front onto Vistula Drive. In addition, the outlet of the culvert under Bayly Street
has been undercut forming a drop of almost 2 m at its outlet.
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Subject to the decision at City of Pickering Council meeting scheduled for June 18, 2012,
TRCA will be authorized to assume the leadership role in partnership with the City of Pickering
to undertake the planning, detailed design and approvals for the Amberlea Creek Class EA to
minimize risk to life and property as a result of the erosion, while protecting and enhancing the
natural attributes of Amberlea Creek.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
The planning and design phases of this project will be carried out under the Class
Environmental Assessment for Remedial Flood and Erosion Control Project (2002). The Class
EA approach is considered a suitable means for planning of remedial flood and erosion control
projects as it provides a consistent, streamlined process that ensures compliance with
Environmental Assessment Act requirements. The Class EA process for this project will identify
and evaluate a range of alternatives to determine a preferred solution. The Class EA process
involves the inclusion of members of the general public including: affected landowners, public
interest groups, businesses and any other interested parties in the planning and design phases
of the project lifecycle. Interested individuals are provided with opportunities to offer
recommendations on the development of solutions, and objections to design proposals where
appropriate.
In addition to the Class EA process, the project may require an environmental screening under
the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act (CEAA). The project will result in "physical work"
and is therefore considered a "project" as defined by the Act. Additionally, the project is not
listed in the Exclusion List Regulations, which would negate the need for an assessment under
CEAA. CEAA may be triggered in response to the potential environmental impacts that the
physical work will produce pursuant to subsection 35(2) under the federal Fisheries Act and
section 5(1) of the federal Navigable Waters Protection Act.
Therefore, the Environmental Assessment (EA) will be undertaken using a coordinated process,
as outlined in the Canada-Ontario Agreement on Environmental Assessment Coordination. This
process will satisfy the information requirements of both EA processes.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
The City of Pickering Capital Budget has $409,645 excluding HST, plus $61,447 contingency, to
fund the environmental assessment, community consultation, detailed design, approvals and
securement of implementation, under account 189-51. All costs including consultants, TRCA
project management and technical staff, and other associated costs will also be covered by the
Capital Budget and are subject to approval of invoices by the City of Pickering.
Report prepared by: Natalie Seniuk, 647-537-4185
Emails: nseniuk @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Lindsay Prihoda, extension 5787
Emails: Iprihoda @trca.on.ca
Date: May 25, 2012
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RES.#A96/12 - ASHBRIDGE'S BAY ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
Direction to lead Environmental Assessment in collaboration with Toronto
Water, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, Toronto Waterfront Secretariat,
and Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation, subject to availability
of funding from the City of Toronto.
Moved by: Glenn Mason
Seconded by: David Barrow
WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) has been dredging
Coatsworth Cut to maintain navigation between Lake Ontario and the boating facilities
located at Ashbridge's Bay Park since 1983;
AND WHEREAS TRCA initiated a Conservation Ontario Class Environmental Assessment
(Class EA) to remediate navigation hazards due to sediment accumulation in Coatsworth
Cut in 2002;
AND WHEREAS the Class EA was suspended due to concerns pertaining to water
circulation and possible conflicts with other waterfront planning initiatives being
proposed by the City of Toronto and Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation
(TWRC);
AND WHEREAS Toronto Water completed a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment
(EA) for the Coatsworth Cut Combined Sewer Outflow (CSO) and Stormwater Outfalls
Control Project (2007), which included, but is not limited to a 10 hectare treatment
wetland, proposed south of the Ashbridge's Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant;
AND WHEREAS Toronto Water has requested that TRCA lead an Environmental
Assessment Study, which will consider a landform south of the Ashbridge's Bay
Wastewater Treatment Plant, to allow for construction of a stormwater wetland and
combined sewer overflow high-rate treatment facility, integrated with other projects
planned for the area;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA enter into a joint initiative with Toronto
Water to undertake the above-mentioned Environmental Assessment complying with the
requisite federal and provincial requirements;
THAT staff be directed to work in collaboration with Toronto Water, Parks, Forestry and
Recreation, Toronto Waterfront Secretariat, and TWRC throughout the EA process;
THAT as part of the EA process staff be directed to assess potential environmental
impacts including water quality, sediment transport, flood levels, fish and wildlife habitat,
shoreline protection, recreational opportunities, navigation and recreational boating;
THAT TRCA staff ensure broad public consultation with affected stakeholders and be
authorized to establish a Community Liaison Committee (CLC) comprised of affected
community residents, groups, local businesses, associations and organizations to
provide community input into the project;
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THAT as part of the evaluation of alternatives, staff consider existing waterfront planning
initiatives for the study area;
THAT authorized TRCA officials and staff be directed to take all necessary actions to
implement the foregoing, including the signing of agreements, amendments or other legal
documents deemed required in order to retain the necessary Consulting Services, subject
to approval of Toronto Water;
THAT TRCA participation be subject to funding being available from the City of Toronto;
AND FURTHER THAT Toronto Water be so advised.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
In 1983, TRCA began dredging operations at Coatsworth Cut to maintain navigation between
Lake Ontario and the boating facilities located at Ashbridge's Bay Park. As a result of ever
increasing dredging volumes and associated expenses, TRCA began to investigate shoreline
modification options that would eliminate the need for annual maintenance dredging in 1999.
In 2002, TRCA initiated a Conservation Ontario Class Environmental Assessment to remediate
navigation hazards due to sediment accumulation in Coatsworth Cut. The purpose of the EA
was to develop and evaluate preliminary detailed design plans to reduce or eliminate sediment
deposition in Coatsworth Cut. The preliminary detailed design process produced six design
alternatives which were evaluated based on considerations for the positive and negative
impacts on the existing physical, biological, socioeconomic and cultural environments, as well
as technical concerns, cost and feasibility. However, the Class EA was suspended in response
to concerns pertaining to potential water circulation issues and major waterfront planning
initiatives that were being undertaken by City of Toronto and TWRC within the study area.
Following the suspension of TRCA's EA process, the City of Toronto completed a Municipal
Class Environmental Assessment for the Coatsworth Cut CSO and Stormwater Outfalls Control
in November, 2007. As part of the implementation of the City's Wet Weather Flow Master Plan,
this EA considered alternatives which target improving water quality conditions within the
Coatsworth Cut area. The preferred solution includes source and conveyance controls
throughout the sewershed as well as a 10 hectare treatment wetland, proposed south of the
Ashbridge's Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant within the City's waterlot. The Environmental
Study Report prepared in support of this EA, also noted the need to coordinate design of the
wetland in tandem with TWRC's plans for Ashbridge's Bay.
Other planned projects as part of the City's implementation of the Wet Weather Flow Master
Plan include a combined sewer overflow high rate treatment facility within the City's waterlot
south of the Ashbridge's Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant. The proposed design of this
treatment facility, as determined through the City's Don River and Central Waterfront
Environmental Assessment Study, would provide treatment for flow captured from over 50
combined sewer overflows that currently discharge to the Lower Don River and Inner Harbour.
This planned treatment facility meets the City's interest in improving water quality conditions
within the Don River and Central Waterfront area.
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A 2008 plan for Lake Ontario Park prepared by TWRC recommended major modifications to
Ashbridge's Bay Park and adjacent shorelines, including a waterfront pedestrian connection,
wetlands, recreational areas and boating activities. On May 13, 2009, TWRC received board
approval to proceed with Phase 1 of Lake Ontario Park, which includes construction of a new
landform at Ashbridge's Bay Park to facilitate relocation of the boat clubs currently located in
Coatsworth Cut to the boat basin occupied solely by Ashbridge's Bay Yacht Club. At Authority
Meeting #6/09 held on July 24, 2009, Resolution #A116/09 directed staff to work cooperatively
with City of Toronto and TWRC to achieve this vision. As part of TRCA's contribution, TRCA
staff committed to reopen and complete the Class EA process to address local shoreline
erosion and sedimentation issues. The original alternatives identified in the TRCA Class EA
were re-examined, in addition to the new alternative identified as per the Lake Ontario Park
Master Plan.
Two rounds of meetings were held with Technical and Community Advisory Committee
members to introduce the project objectives, receive input and present new alternatives that
would control sediment deposition, prevent shoreline erosion and relocate the boat clubs in
Coatsworth Cut to the headland of Ashbridge's Bay. Several one-on-one meetings with the
individual boat clubs were also undertaken. Through the development of alternatives, it was
determined that the potential costs to achieve the boat club relocation and shoreline
management objectives of the project would range from $20M to $40M. These costs were
deemed to exceed the available funding, and therefore the Class EA was suspended once
again.
RATIONALE
On May 2, 2012 TRCA was notified of City Council's decision on April 10 and 11, 2012 to direct
Toronto Water to enter into a joint initiative with TRCA to undertake an Environmental
Assessment Study and further that TRCA be requested to lead the EA in collaboration with
Toronto Water, the Parks, Forestry and Recreation Division, and TWRC, subject to available
funding from the City of Toronto.
As outlined in the report to City Council the EA study will include:
• Ashbridge's Bay Landform, south of the Ashbridge's Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant, to
provide for the construction of the Coatsworth Cut stormwater treatment wetland and
combined sewer overflow high-rate treatment facility, integrated with other projects planned
for the area;
• an assessment of impacts on surrounding water quality, sediment transport, flood levels,
fish and wildlife habitat, shoreline protection, recreational opportunities, marine navigation
and recreational boating;
• broad public consultation with affected stakeholders; and
• consideration for existing waterfront planning initiatives.
As identified in the staff report prepared by Toronto Water, the EA for Ashbridge's Bay should
consider the design requirements for a landform south of the Ashbridge's Bay Wastewater
Treatment Plant that will facilitate construction of the City's water treatment facilities within the
City's waterlot. Furthermore, Toronto Water staff note that the design of the outer perimeter of
the landform needs to be integrated with other waterfront planning objectives for this area. As
such, TRCA will ensure that the alternatives considered through the EA process will:
• seek to reduce sedimentation and dredging requirements within Coatsworth Cut;
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• facilitate a public waterfront linkage between Tommy Thompson Park and Ashbridge's Bay
Park;
• consider potential impacts to the new outfall for Toronto Waters Ashbridge's Bay
Wastewater Treatment Plant;
• reflect shoreline and habitat recommendations as outlined in the Toronto Waterfront Aquatic
Habitat Restoration Strategy and Terrestrial Natural Heritage Strategy;
• be in keeping with the Tommy Thompson Park Master Plan; and
• integrate the Coatsworth Cut stormwater treatment wetland and combined sewer overflow
high-rate treatment facility with the above objectives.
TRCA's waterfront development has evolved into an ecosystem-based approach, which is
consistent with the key principles of Regeneration (1992), released by The Royal Commission
on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront: "to provide an ecosystem-based framework to ensure
that shoreline management activities result in a clean, green, accessible, diverse, connected,
open, affordable, attractive and useable waterfront". Based on TRCA's 40 years of experience
with waterfront environmental planning and implementation, as well as TRCA's interest in
providing a long-term solution that addresses the existing navigation hazards in Coatsworth
Cut, realizing greater waterfront access, recreational opportunities and natural heritage
improvements, staff recommend that TRCA accept the City of Toronto's request to lead the
Ashbridge's Bay EA.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
TRCA staff will initiate the preparation of a detailed work plan for the approval of Toronto Water
staff. The planning and design phases of this project will be carried out under the Environmental
Assessment Act. Detailed discussions will occur with the Ministry of the Environment to inform
the environmental assessment approach and how previous EA studies can be utilized.
The EA process for this project will identify and evaluate a range of alternatives to determine a
preferred solution. The environmental assessment study will also evaluate and provide a
mechanism to respond to potential impacts of this landform as it relates to the physical,
biological and socioeconomic environment and also within the context of all other planned
activities within the study area. The EA process facilitates stakeholder engagement throughout
the planning of the project and will provide opportunities for members of the general public
including; affected landowners, public interest groups, and any other interested parties to offer
recommendations on the development of the remedial solutions, and objections to design
proposals where appropriate.
TRCA will require the support of a consultant team in order to fulfill the requirements of the EA
planning and design process, which is expected to include coastal engineering and public
facilitation services. A coastal engineering firm will specifically be required to:
model the existing coastal and shoreline conditions; help develop a range of alternatives for
consideration; conduct an evaluation of the remaining alternatives to select a preliminary
preferred alternative; and further refine the preferred alternative and carry out a detailed
assessment of the preferred design alternative on coastal shoreline processes and internal
circulation conditions.
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FINANCIAL DETAILS
The full cost of the EA has yet to be determined. Based on confirmation with the Ministry of the
Environment regarding the appropriate environmental assessment process, TRCA will prepare
a work plan including a baseline schedule and cost estimate to complete the EA study for
approval by Toronto Water. This work plan will inform Toronto Water's 2013-2022 Capital
Budget and Plan submission for consideration with the 2013 Capital Budget. TRCA will initiate
the EA pending City of Toronto approval of the 2013 budget. Following confirmation of funding
for the EA from City of Toronto, TRCA will retain the required consultants in accordance with
TRCA's Purchasing Policy and execute necessary agreements.
Report prepared by: Laura Stephenson, extension 5296
Emails: Istephenson @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Laura Stephenson, extension 5296
Emails: Istephenson @trca.on.ca
Date: May 17, 2012
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RES.#A97/12 - EASTERN BEACHES MUNICIPAL CLASS ENVIRONMENTAL
ASSESSMENT
Direction to take a leadership role, in partnership with Toronto Water, to
undertake a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment, subject to
availability of funding from the City of Toronto
Moved by: Glenn Mason
Seconded by: David Barrow
WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) has been involved in the
implementation of waterfront plans and erosion control methods of beach fill operations
and construction of multiple groynes associated with Eastern Beaches since 1973;
AND WHEREAS the City of Toronto (the City) introduced an offshore breakwater
protection system in 1994 in conjunction with the construction of the storm water
detention tank at MacLean Avenue;
AND WHEREAS the City, as part of the development of long-term shoreline stabilization
plans (1998), conducted physical modeling of the unprotected portion of the Eastern
Beaches shoreline, prone to erosion and flooding, which resulted in the construction of
two additional submerged breakwaters in 2003;
AND WHEREAS TRCA provided project management services on behalf of the City of
Toronto to complete a Feasibility Study focused on resolving ongoing shoreline erosion
along Eastern Beaches in 2011;
AND WHEREAS Toronto Water has requested that TRCA lead a Municipal Class
Environmental Assessment (EA), focusing on an adaptive management approach, to
stabilize the shoreline immediately west of the MacLean Storm Water Detention Tank, and
facilitate construction of the preferred alternative;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA enter into a joint initiative with Toronto
Water to undertake a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment and implement the
preferred solution;
THAT as part of the EA process staff is directed to undertake public consultation, as well
as assess environmental impacts including water circulation, along-shore sediment
transport, public safety, and fish habitat;
THAT authorized officials and staff be directed to take all necessary actions to implement
the foregoing, including the signing of agreements or other legal documents deemed
necessary in order to retain the required Coastal Engineering Consultant Services,
subject to approval of Toronto Water;
THAT TRCA involvement be subject to funding being available from the City;
AND FURTHER THAT the City be so advised.
CARRIED
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BACKGROUND
The Toronto Eastern Beaches falls between the limits of Woodbine Avenue at the west end and
Nursewood Road at the east end. Shoreline erosion concerns date back to the 1940's. Hard
structures such as, jettys, groynes and breakwaters have been installed to address these
concerns as the local population began to grow and utilize the beach front.
In 1990 and 1994, the City of Toronto (the City) constructed the Kenilworth and MacLean
detention tanks, respectively, to intercept and treat storm water runoff discharging to the
Toronto Eastern Beaches. With their completion, beach postings at the Eastern Beaches were
substantially reduced, leading this reach of beach to be eligible for the City of Toronto's Blue
Flag program. As part of this work, the City constructed five emergent rubble-mound detached
breakwaters and implemented a sand nourishment program to protect the beach and tanks
from erosion by waves and lake currents.
However, continued beach erosion was observed to the east and west of the area. In response,
the City retained W.F. Baird and Associates Coastal Engineers Ltd. (Baird) to undertake
detailed physical modeling of the beach in 2001. The results of that analysis resulted in the
design and construction of two new submerged rubble-mound breakwater structures to the
west of this area between 2001 and 2003.
The City has continued to observe beach erosion in this area, requiring that the original designs
be revisited and modified. More specifically, the beach area located to the west of the MacLean
Tank to Glen Manor Drive, a reach of approximately 100 metres. In response to this ongoing
erosion, the City approached TRCA to conduct a feasibility study on its behalf. A Memorandum
of Understanding, between TRCA and the City, was executed in August 2010 to commence
with the study. The purpose of the study was to revisit the original designs and develop
conceptual alternatives that would resolve the on-going erosion along the identified area of
concern. Given their involvement in previous studies, detailed design, and implementation of
past shoreline erosion control works, Baird was retained by TRCA to update their past studies,
analyze the history and existing causes of the ongoing shoreline erosion (sediment transport
and wave energy), and to develop solutions. TRCA provided additional updated data pertaining
to hydrographic and topographic surveys, aerial photography, sediment sampling and sieve
analysis, past dredging records and volumes, as well as technical review of analysis and report
findings.
Baird completed their review of the site and in January 2012 concluded that the beach erosion
resulted from a combination of direct wave energy and high lake levels, resulting in sediment
loss along the shoreline. Recommended solutions by Baird include a long-term beach feeding
plan, the extension of one of the existing breakwaters protecting the MacLean Tank, and the
addition of a groyne structure at the west study limit.
RATIONALE
City of Toronto's intent, pending available funding, is to collaborate with TRCA to initiate the
prescribed Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) through a public consultation
process and to ultimately develop and implement detailed designs. TRCA will gather pertinent
environmental data in relation to the area of concern, and take a lead role in correspondence
with regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with required screening and approval
processes.
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As an ancillary to the EA study, TRCA will refer to both the City's Wet Weather Flow Monitoring
and Blue Flag Programs when assessing the impacts on surrounding water quality, sediment
transport, infrastructure protection, and public safety. The City's ultimate objective is for the
protection of their storm water detention tank in avoidance of a system failure due to the erosive
forces.
Based on TRCA's extensive waterfront planning and development strategies, and its long
standing involvement at Toronto Eastern Beaches, staff recommend proceeding with this
collaborative effort with the City of Toronto.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
TRCA staff will initiate the preparation of a detailed work plan for the approval of City of Toronto
staff. The planning and design phases of this project will be carried out under the Municipal
Class Environmental Assessment (2011) prepared by the Municipal Engineers Association in
Ontario. The Class EA document places projects into four possible schedules, depending on
their characteristic (i.e., Schedule A, A+, B, or C projects). The schedule in which a project falls
determines the planning and design procedures that must be followed.
In addition to the Class EA process, the project may require an environmental screening under
the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act (CEAA). The project will result in "physical work"
and is therefore considered to be a "project" as defined by the Act. CEAA may be triggered in
response to the potential environmental impacts that the physical work will produce pursuant to
subsection 35(2) under the federal Fisheries Act and section 5(1) of the federal Navigable
Waters Protection Act. It should be noted that modifications to the federal Fisheries Act and the
Canadian Environmental Assessment Act are currently being contemplated. In light of these
potential changes, areas of federal interest, such as navigation, fisheries, climate change, and
cumulative effects may be considered within the Municipal Class EA.
TRCA will require the support of a consultant team in order to fulfill the requirements of the EA
planning and design process. A coastal engineering firm will specifically be required to: model
the existing coastal and shoreline conditions, help develop a range of alternatives for
consideration; conduct an evaluation of the remaining alternatives to select a preliminary
preferred alternative; and further refine the preferred alternative and carry out a detailed
assessment of the preferred design alternative on coastal shoreline processes and internal
circulation conditions.
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FINANCIAL DETAILS
The full cost of the EA has yet to be determined. Based on confirmation with the City regarding
the appropriate EA process, TRCA will prepare a work plan including a baseline schedule and
cost estimate to complete the EA study for approval by the City. This work plan will inform the
submission for consideration with the 2013 Capital Budget. TRCA will initiate the EA pending
City approval of the 2013 budget. Following confirmation of funding from the City of Toronto,
TRCA will retain the required consultants in accordance with TRCA's Purchasing Policy and
execute necessary agreements.
Report prepared by: Natalie Seniuk, 647-537-4185
Emails: nseniuk @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Aaron D'Souza, extension 5775
Emails: ajdsouza @trca.on.ca
Date: May 29, 2012
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RES.#A98/12 - EAST DON TRAIL INDIVIDUAL ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
Direction to lead an Individual Environmental Assessment in collaboration
with City of Toronto Transportation Services, and Parks, Forestry and
Recreation departments, subject to availability of funding from the City of
Toronto.
Moved by: Glenn Mason
Seconded by: David Barrow
WHEREAS The City of Toronto's Bikeway Trails Implementation Plan has identified the
East Don Trail construction as a short term priority (2012-2016);
AND WHEREAS Transportation Services has proposed that Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority (TRCA) and City of Toronto Parks, Forestry and Recreation with
Transporation Services, lead an Individual Environmental Assessment (EA) Study, to
facilitate construction of the East Don Trail and primary connections;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA enter into a joint initiative with the City of
Toronto to undertake an Individual EA and manage the design and construction of the
East Don Trail;
THAT staff be directed to work in collaboration with City of Toronto Transportation
Services and Parks, Forestry and Recreation departments, throughout the EA process;
THAT staff ensure broad public consultation with affected stakeholders and be authorized
to establish a Community Liaison Committee comprised of affected community residents,
groups, associations, businesses and organizations to provide community input into the
project;
THAT authorized TRCA officials and staff be directed to take all necessary actions to
implement the foregoing, including the signing of agreements, amendments or other legal
documents deemed required in order to retain the necessary consulting services, subject
to approval of City of Toronto;
THAT TRCA participation be subject to funding being available from the City of Toronto;
AND FURTHER THAT City of Toronto be so advised.
CARRIED
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BACKGROUND
City Council adopted the staff report "Bikeway Network-2011 Update" at its meeting of July
12, 13, and 14, 2011, and as a result directed Transportation Services to report to the Public
Works and Infrastructure Committee on specific links and installation priorities of a multi-year
Bikeway Trails Implementation Plan. Transportation Services staff responded by completing a
consultation process and feasibility assessment to further investigate the bikeway trail network
outlined in the Toronto Bike Plan as approved by Toronto Council in 2001. During this process
Transportation Services staff worked with other City departments and stakeholders such as
TRCA to review technical and design considerations, trail network connectivity, property
implications, approval requirements and estimated costs. This planning and consultation
process resulted in a recommendation to add 77 km of new bikeway trails to the existing 286
km bikeway network as outlined in the Bikeway Trails Implementation Plan.
The largest and most complex project included in the Bikeway Trails Implementation Plan is the
East Don Trail. This trail system is proposed within the valleylands of the East Don River from
Lawrence Avenue East to the convergence of the West Don River at the intersection of Don
Mills Road and the Don Valley Parkway. This trail would not only provide many important
community linkages, but also provide a connection to the Gatineau Hydro Corridor Trail, which
extends across Scarborough to the Rouge Park area.
The Bikeway Trails Implementation Plan was adopted by Public Works and Infrastructure
Committee on May 16, 2012. On June 6-7, 2012 Council approved the Plan and provided the
following direction:
• Motion 3: City Council authorize the Acting General Manager, Transportation Services, The
General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation and, where appropriate, the TRCA, to
undertake and manage any Environmental Assessment Studies required for the new trail
connections contained in the Bikeway Trails Implementation Plan and file the Environmental
Study Report with the Ministry of the Environment as necessary; and
• Motion 4: City Council authorize the Acting General Manager, Transportation Services, and
General Manager Parks, Forestry and Recreation and, where appropriate, the TRCA to
undertake site assessments, design, public consultation, project management and
construction of the new trail connections contained in the Bikeway Trails Implementation
Plan.
• Motion 7: City Council request the TRCA and the General Manager, Transportation
Services, to consult with the affected Ward Councillors on the proposed terms of reference,
consultation and communication plan for the East Don Trail EA prior to issuing the Request
for Proposal for the EA.
RATIONALE
TRCA has been working in partnership Transportation Services and Parks, Forestry and
Recreation on the development of the East Don Trail for several years. In 2011, TRCA
completed 2 km of the northern most portion of the East Don Trail, from Lawrence Avenue East
to Wynford Heights Crescent. City of Toronto and TRCA staff also worked with R.V. Anderson
Associates Limited to carry out a feasibility study for the remaining 5.9 km of the trail to assess
alignment options, technical challenges and a phased construction approach.
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The East Don Trail has been identified by Transportation Services as a short term priority. An
individual EA is required as the next step to facilitate completion of the East Don Trail. The
potential impacts of the trail construction on the environmentally sensitive East Don Valley
lands, river crossings, flood and erosion risks, and property ownership will be considered as
part of the EA process. Based on staff expertise, familiarity with the project through previous
involvement, and responsibility for ownership of most of the lands located in the study area,
TRCA has been requested to lead the EA process and manage the design and construction of
the trail, in collaboration with Transportation Services and Parks, Forestry and Recreation staff.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
TRCA staff will initiate the preparation of a detailed work plan for approval by Transportation
Services. The planning and design phases of this project will be carried out under the
Environmental Assessment Act. Transportation Services has confirmed with Ministry of the
Environment staff that an Individual EA would be required.
The EA process for this project will identify and evaluate a range of alternatives to determine a
preferred solution. The trail route recommendations as outlined in R.V. Anderson Associates
Limited 2002 report are expected to assist in scoping the Individual EA during the Terms of
Reference stage. The environmental assessment study will also evaluate and provide a
mechanism to respond to potential impacts of the trail as it relates to the physical, biological
and socioeconomic environment and also within the context of all other planned activities within
the study area.
The EA process facilitates stakeholder engagement throughout the planning of the project and
will allow opportunities for members of the general public including; affected landowners,
public interest groups and any other interested parties to offer recommendations on the
development of the proposed trail, and objections to design proposals where appropriate. A
Community Liaison Committee will be formed in order to provide strategic public input and
advice throughout the EA process.
TRCA will require the support of a consultant team in order to fulfill the requirements of the EA
planning and design process. Consultant services that may be required include: fluvial
geomorphic, civil, and geotechnical engineering studies and a property assessment.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Transportation Services staff estimate the cost to complete the East Don Trail at$17 million,
including the EA. The cost of the trail is relatively high due to the requirement for the many
crossings of the Don River and CN right-of-way, bridge canopies, tunnel structures, riverbank
protection and retaining wall structures, which are all necessary to address the difficult terrain
within the East Don valleylands.
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The preliminary estimate for an Individual EA of this size and nature is $1,100,000, including all
planning and consulting costs. TRCA will prepare a work plan including a baseline schedule
and cost estimate to complete the Individual EA study for approval by Transportation Services.
TRCA will retain the required consultants in accordance with TRCA's Purchasing Policy and
execute necessary agreements. Future work phases including detailed design and
construction will be managed by TRCA, Parks, Forestry and Recreation and Transportation
Services, at the request of Transportation Services and subject to funding approval. All funding
is to be provided by the City of Toronto, subject to approval.
Report prepared by: Violetta Tkaczuk, extension 5755
Emails: vtkaczuk @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Laura Stephenson, extension 5296
Emails: Itephenson @trca.on.ca
Date: June 4, 2012
Attachments: 1
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RES.#A99/12 - SCARBOROUGH WATERFRONT TRAIL CONNECTION
Copperfield Road. Direction to lead an impact assessment of potential
trail alignments in collaboration with City of Toronto Transportation
Services, and Parks, Forestry and Recreation departments, subject to
available funding from the City of Toronto
Moved by: Jack Heath
Seconded by: Linda Pabst
WHEREAS the City of Toronto's Bikeway Trails Implementation Plan has identified the
Scarborough Waterfront- Copperfield to Morningside construction as a short-term
priority (2012-2016);
AND WHEREAS Transportation Services has proposed that Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority (TRCA) and Parks, Forestry and Recreation with Transportation
Services, lead an impact assessment of potential trail alignments;
AND WHEREAS the potential trail alignments may be situated on TRCA property, East
Point Park, which is under management agreement with City of Toronto;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA enter into a joint initiative with the City of
Toronto to undertake an impact assessment for trail connection and provide a design and
cost estimate to implement;
THAT authorized TRCA officials and staff be directed to take all necessary actions to
implement the foregoing, including the signing of agreements, amendments or other legal
documents deemed required, subject to approval of City of Toronto;
THAT TRCA participation be subject to funding being available from the City of Toronto;
AND FURTHER THAT City of Toronto be so advised.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
City Council adopted the staff report"Bikeway Network - 2011 Update" at its meeting of July 12,
13 and 14, 2011, and as a result directed Transportation Services to report to the Public Works
and Infrastructure Committee on specific links and installation priorities of a multi-year Bikeway
Trail Implementation Plan. Transportation Services staff responded by completing a
consultation process and feasibility assessment to further investigate the bikeway trail network
outlined in the Toronto Bike Plan, as approved by Toronto Council in 2001. During this process,
Transportation Services staff worked with other City departments and stakeholders such as
TRCA to review technical and design considerations, trail network connectivity, property
implications, approval requirements and estimated costs. This planning and consultation
process resulted in a recommendation to add 77 km of new bikeway trails to the existing 286
km bikeway network as outlined in the Bikeway Trails Implementation Plan.
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This 1.7 km trail section was identified in the table of Short Term Priorities 2012-2016, found on
Page 6 of the Staff Report for Action on the Bikeways Trails Implementation Plan. The action
identified for this section of the trail was design and construction, in consultation with Parks,
Forestry and Recreation, Toronto Water and TRCA. This trail section, stretching from Manse
Road and Copperfield Road east to Beechgrove Drive and Copperfield Road, would provide a
link to the Port Union Waterfront Park trail system, Rouge Beach Park and further, to the City of
Pickering. Attachment 1.
The Bikeway Trails Implementation Plan was adopted by Public Works and Infrastructure
Committee on May 16, 2012. On June 6-7, 2012 City Council approved the Plan and provided
the following direction:
• Motion 4: City Council authorize the Acting General Manager, Transportation Services, the
General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, and where appropriate, TRCA, to
undertake site assessments, design, public consultation, project management and
construction of the new trail connections contained in the Bikeway Trails Implementation
Plan.
RATIONALE
TRCA has been working in partnership with Transportation Services and Parks, Forestry and
Recreation on the development and implementation of trail development for many years. The
study area for the trail connection includes East Point Park which is owned by TRCA and
managed by the City of Toronto Parks, Forestry and Recreation department. TRCA has the
knowledge and technical expertise to prepare an impact assessment for this trail connection.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
TRCA staff will initiate the preparation of a detailed work plan for City of Toronto approval. It is
anticipated that TRCA staff will prepare the impact assessment, including a site survey,
terrestrial natural heritage inventory, tree inventory, design options and mitigation measures.
TRCA will recommend a preferred alignment, impact evaluation, trail design and cost estimate
to construct the new trail connection.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
City of Toronto has estimated that the impact assessment will cost approximately$40,000;
shared between City of Toronto and TRCA. Funds are available in the Scarborough Shoreline
account (203-05) from the City of Toronto. TRCA will prepare a work plan including a baseline
schedule and cost estimate for approval by Transportation Services. If necessary, TRCA will
retain the consultant in accordance with TRCA's Purchasing Policy and execute necessary
agreements.
Report prepared by: Connie Pinto, extension 5387
Emails: cpinto @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Connie Pinto, extension 5387
Emails: cpinto @trca.on.ca
Date: June 12, 2012
Attachments: 2
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RES.#A100/12 - PARTNERS IN PROJECT GREEN: PEARSON ECO-BUSINESS ZONE
2011 ANNUAL REPORT
Overview of Partners in Project Green's 2011 accomplishments in the
Pearson Eco-Business Zone.
Moved by: John Sprovieri
Seconded by: Mike Mattos
THAT the Pearson Eco-Business Zone 2011 Annual Report be presented to Toronto and
Region Conservation Authority's (TRCA) local and regional municipal partners involved in
Partners in Project Green.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The Pearson Eco-Business Zone 2011 Annual Report captures the achievements of our
partners, including impressive reductions in energy and water use, innovative sustainability
projects, and protection of natural heritage within the Pearson Eco- Business Zone.
This year Partners in Project Green staff moved the annual report to an online version that can
be found at www.DartnersinDroiectareen.com/2011annualreport. The report features an array of
video highlights and testimonials, case studies on local sustainability leaders and results from
Partners in Project Green programs.
Annual Report Highlights
The following are highlights from the annual report:
• Energy Management
• 3,527 businesses in the Pearson Eco-Business Zone engaged in energy
efficiency projects, conserving 46,479 MWh of electricity and 3,146,000 m3 of
natural gas.
• 494 companies utilized Partners in Project Green energy management training in
2011.
• 47 companies went through the Partners in Project Green Eco-Efficiency
Program.
• Four companies participated in the Sustainable Energy Plan Program.
• 12 companies hired interns through the Energy Management Co-op Program.
• Eight companies took advantage of the Green Purchasing Alliance to drive down
the costs of their energy efficiency projects.
• Renewable Energy
• 2,454 MWh of renewable energy was generated and used in the Pearson
Eco-Business Zone.
• 46 companies participate in the Green Power Challenge, collectively sourcing
61,848 MWh from Bullfrog Power.
• Water Conservation
• Region of Peel worked with eight companies to reduce a total of 539 m 3 of water
per day (196,735 m3 annually), that resulted in capital expenditures of$867,320
which leveraged $253,700 in rebates from the Region of Peel.
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• City of Toronto worked with 35 companies to reduce a total of 376,851 m per
day (137,550,615 m3 annually) and provided $196,323 in rebates to participating
businesses.
• Transportation
• 31 companies in the Pearson Eco-Business Zone are utilizing Smart Commute -
an 11% increase over 2010.
• 3,745,949 vehicle KM travelled have been reduced, eliminating 837,317 kg of
greenhouse gases from entering the atmosphere.
• Naturalization and Low-Impact Stormwater Management
• Four companies utilized the Green Parking Lot program.
• Two companies undertook naturalization efforts at their facilities.
• 1,000 trees, 2,660 shrubs and 800 wildflowers were planted, covering an area of
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12,300 m .
• 1,000 metres of trails were developed, 1,300 metres of riparian habitat were
protected, and 650 metres of aquatic habitat were enhanced.
• Green Jobs
• 12 students were placed through the Energy Management Co-op program.
• 17 students gained experience in sustainability planning through the
Sustainability Plan Internship program.
• 18 LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified buildings
and 180 BOMA (Buildings Owners and Managers Association) Best buildings are
located in the Pearson Eco-Business Zone.
• Community Collaboration
• 10 companies participated in the Kids in Nature Corporate Challenge.
• Seven companies sit on the Logistics Leaders Executing Sustainable Solutions
(LLESS) consortium.
• Eight companies sit on the Sustainable Manufacturing Partnership consortium.
• Seven companies sit on the Venues for Aligned for Sustainable Excellence
consortium.
• Seven companies sit on the Properties and Offices for Sustainable Innovation
consortium.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Region of Peel and City of Toronto contributions of$609,090.00 (39.4%) were leveraged to
generate additional funding from the following sources:
• $40,000.00 (2.6%) from the Province of Ontario;
• $35,750.00 (2.3%) from the federal government;
• $275,000.00 (17.8%) from the Greater Toronto Airports Authority;
• $50,000.00 (2.2%) from Woodbine Entertainment Group.
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The project itself generated $116,464.13 (7.6%), and $418,403.69 (27.1%) are deferred
expenditures for multi-year projects.
Report prepared by: Jennifer Taves, extension 5570
Email: jtaves @trca.on.ca
For more information contact: Jennifer Taves, extension 5570
Email: jtaves @trca.on.ca
Date: May 30, 2012
RES.#A101/12 - INTERNATIONAL JOINT COMMISSION
Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River -A New Path Forward, Pursuing
a Balanced Approach. To report on the International Joint Commission's
Plan Bv7, a new plan under consideration for regulating water levels and
flows in Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River.
Moved by: Jack Heath
Seconded by: Linda Pabst
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) support the International Joint
Commission's (IJC) new approach to managing water level and flows in Lake Ontario and
the St. Lawrence River System known as Plan Bv7;
THAT comments contained in this report on Plan Bv7 be forwarded to the IJC for their
consideration in adopting the new Plan;
THAT TRCA work with other conservation authorities along the Lake Ontario/St. Lawrence
system and Conservation Ontario to recommend the appropriate participation at future
public hearings and report back to the Authority on the IJC's decision on Bv7;
AND FURTHER THAT Conservation Ontario, conservation authorities on Lake Ontario and
the St. Lawrence River and TRCA's waterfront municipalities be so advised.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
In 1909, as part of the Boundary Waters Treaty, the International Joint Commission (IJC) was
established to help manage the shared waters along the Canadian-US border. The IJC issued
an Order of Approval on October 11, 1952, amended on July 2, 1956, for the construction of the
St. Lawrence River Hydropower Project (Moses Saunders Dam, Cornwall). Regulation of Lake
Ontario water levels and outflows in accordance with the Commission's orders began in 1960.
The current plan, 1958D, which has been in effect since October 1963, was designed for the
hydrologic conditions experienced from 1860 to 1954. For that reason, 1958D has not
performed well under the extreme high and low water supply conditions experienced since that
time. The IJC Board of Control had to deviate from the 1958D plan over fifty per cent of the
time, to better address changing needs and interests; the plan became known as Plan 1958D
with Deviations or Plan 1958DD.
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After nearly 50 years, in 1999, the IJC indicated to the United States and Canadian
governments that it was becoming increasingly urgent to review the regulation of Lake Ontario
outflows in light of vocal discontent by some stakeholders, growing water uses, and emerging
climate change impacts. A year later, the IJC established the International Lake Ontario- St.
Lawrence River Study Board to assess the 1956 revised Order of Approval and put forward
alternative management options.
After five years of research and consultation the Study Board released a report on May 31,
2006, recommending three optional regulation plans for managing water levels and flows
labeled A+, B+ and D+, which address the range of interests and issues that emerged as part
of an extensive evaluation effort. From an interest perspective, all three candidate plans benefit
commercial navigation and hydropower and have no impact on municipal, industrial and
domestic water use relative to Plan 1958DD. The greatest difference between the plans is in
how they address recreational boating, the shoreline flood and erosion or coastal interests, and
the environment or natural ecosystem.
Plan A+: Balanced Economics, is the most regimented of the three plans, striving to keep
Lake Ontario within as narrow a range as possible. It provides the highest overall net
economic benefit, the greatest economic benefit for recreational boaters, both upstream
and downstream, and benefits in terms of shore protection maintenance and flood
concerns on Lake Ontario.
Plan B+: Balanced Environmental, focused on benefitting the environment by returning the
Lake Ontario-St. Lawrence River system to a more naturally fluctuating system, while
taking into account other interests. In comparison to Plan 1958D with Deviations, it does
indeed provide overall improvement for the natural environment on Lake Ontario and the
upper St. Lawrence River (e.g. coastal wetlands). It also provides net benefits for
hydropower and commercial navigation. Its downside is that it results in higher damages for
Lake Ontario shoreline properties and is associated with increased flood damages on the
lower St. Lawrence River. Plan B+ has some negative influences on recreational boating
but it was considered that the plan had better St. Lawrence River and Lake St. Lawrence
performance, generally higher Lake Ontario levels in spring and fall, and better overall
performance for boaters more than half of the time than Plan 1958D with Deviations. In the
eyes of many, Plan B+ was the only candidate plan that consistently transformed and
improved the diversity and productivity of the natural ecosystem (e.g. coastal wetlands),
addressed species at risk legislation objectives, and represented an important step forward
toward a level of ecological integrity that would otherwise be difficult to achieve.
The intent of Plan D+: Blended Benefits, was to increase the net economic and
environmental benefits of regulation, relative to Plan 1958D with Deviations, without
disproportionate losses to any interests. In this respect, this plan succeeds in achieving
gains in net benefits for recreational boaters, hydropower and commercial navigation.
Despite some small losses in the Lake Ontario shore protection category, Plan D+ is very
close to 1958D with Deviations in terms of shoreline property interests. Plan D+ also
provides a general level of improvement for the environment across the range of
performance indicators considered.
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At Authority Meeting #8/06, held on September 29, 2006, the Authority endorsed support for
the Study Board's Candidate Plan B+: Balanced Environmental. However, Plan B+ was not
supported by other lake interests. As there was no strong consensus on a preferred plan, on
March 28, 2008, the IJC released a modified version of Plan B+, now referred to as Plan 2007,
for public comment. From March to July 2008, the IJC held a public comments review period
on the proposed new Order and Regulation Plan (Plan 2007). The testimony from hearings and
other consultative methods showed serious divisions by geography and by interest, and that
there was little support for regulation Plan 2007. In the end, IJC concluded that this proposed
regulation plan was not a practical option for implementation and needed a revised set of
goals, objectives and criteria. Revisions would move the framework toward more natural flows
to benefit the environment, while still balancing other interests. The underlying problems and
challenges with the current regime of Plan 1958D with Deviations, remained.
During the July 2008 review of the proposed new Order of Approval and Regulation Plan (Plan
2007) Conservation Ontario, representing Ontario's 36 conservation authorities, voted against
Plan 2007 in a letter dated July 11, 2008 to the IJC. Conservation Ontario through its member
conservation authorities has substantial interest in the environment and coastal wetlands as
major land owners and resource managers on Lake Ontario and was concerned with the
minimum environmental benefits of the proposed Plan 2007. Conservation Ontario and TRCA
continued to strongly support Plan B+: Balanced Environmental, as the basis for regulation of
outflows from Lake Ontario through the St. Lawrence, and with the IJC working with other levels
of government on concurrent mitigation plans and having the ability to consent to deviations in
extreme high water periods to minimize shoreline loss until mitigation was in place.
Conservation Ontario and the 12 conservation authorities along the Lake Ontario-St. Lawrence
system continued to support an adaptive management approach.
In a letter dated September 4, 2008, the IJC wrote to the United States and Canadian
governments requesting support to work toward the goal of more natural flows while respecting
other interests. Over the next year, the IJC attempted to resolve the outstanding issues, to find a
balanced approach, and to obtain direction and consensus on the future of the water flow
regulation. This involved forming a small working group comprised of IJC staff and government
representatives who provided recommendations and developed a mitigation and adaptive
management framework.
In anticipation of new orders of approval and regulation plan to regulate water levels and flows
from Lake Ontario and St. Lawrence River through the Moses-Saunders Dam, Conservation
Ontario and the 12 conservation authorities along the Lake Ontario and St. Lawrence River
System participated in a Shoreline Management Survey in cooperation with the Ministry of
Natural Resources (MNR). This survey was part of the Province of Ontario's (MNR) participation
in the IJC working group in a leadership role towards a shoreline management restoration
strategy. The IJC working group's mandate was to resolve outstanding issues and obtain
concurrence on a future regulation plan including a restoration strategy, and long term
monitoring program for Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River.
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RATIONALE
In November 2011, the IJC released a Notice outlining a draft new approach to manage water
levels and flows in Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River system. The draft new approach
Plan Bv7 considers all interests - environmental, social and economic, while continuing to
reduce extreme high and low water levels. The draft new approach would allow more natural
level and flow patterns. This is expected to improve wetland health on Lake Ontario and the
upper St. Lawrence River on a scale larger than any restoration actions taken to date. The
improvements to wetlands and other habitats would provide benefits such as higher quality
sport fishing, boating, bird watching and other outdoor activities. An adaptive management
program would regularly monitor conditions and periodically review the management of levels
and flows. This would improve the capability to adapt to future changes, including
socio-economic changes and significant changes in climate. Improved communication with
governments and stakeholders in the basin is also an integral component of the draft new
approach.
Water levels and flows of Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River are primarily determined by
natural factors including rainfall and snowmelt. Under the IJC's 1956 Order of Approval, the
regulation of flows through the Moses-Saunders Dam has made high and low water levels on
Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River less extreme than would occur under natural
conditions. This has benefitted the people who live, work and recreate on Lake Ontario and the
St. Lawrence River, but has harmed the health of the lake and river by degrading wetlands and
other habitat.
In keeping with its responsibility to protect interests in both countries, the IJC is reviewing the
1956 Order of Approval to develop a draft new approach that would consider all environmental,
social and economic interests, including recreational boating, commercial navigation, coastal
property, hydropower, public water supply and the health and resilience of the environment.
The proposed new and more balanced approach to flow management seeks to create more
natural water levels in the lake and river while continuing to provide the basin community with
substantial benefits. This draft new approach for Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River
would:
• Substantially improve wetlands, a key indicator for lake and river health. Healthy wetlands
support birds, fish and other wildlife, while filtering pollutants and enhancing recreation for
the basin's human residents. It is anticipated that wetland meadow marsh community, the
most diverse and productive type of coastal wetlands in the basin, would increase by 40
percent.
• Retain protection for Lake Ontario coastal property, while increasing some shoreline
protection costs. The new approach is estimated to maintain 88 percent of the benefits of
reduced flooding, wave damage and shoreline protection maintenance provided by the
current regulation plan. Due to greater fluctuations than under the current plan, there could
be additional costs for some property owners, primarily through greater costs for
maintaining and improving shoreline protection structures.
• The boating season on Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River will be longer in some
years because of higher water levels in the fall; however, levels will occasionally be lower in
the summer.
• Pose no significant changes for interests along the St. Lawrence below the Moses Saunders
Dam. Communities downstream from the Dam would continue to receive flood protection
benefits while also providing for adequate depths for the Port of Montreal and commercial
navigation.
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The draft new approach for managing water levels and flows at the Moses Saunders Dam for
Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River builds upon the five year study, extensive public
comment, and the assistance of a working group representing the governments of Canada, the
United States, the provinces of Ontario and Quebec, and the State of New York. Major
components of the new approach include:
1) Order of Approval
Under the Boundary Waters Treaty of 1909, the IJC approves construction and operation of
dams affecting the levels and flows of transboundary water. The current Order of Approval
was last amended in 1956. A revised Order of Approval, consistent with the draft new
approach, would address environmental, social and economic needs of Lake Ontario and
the St. Lawrence River system and reflect current scientific knowledge.
2) Regulation Plan
The Regulation Plan specifies how the conditions of the Order of Approval are met. The
draft new approach would mimic natural level and flow patterns more closely than the
current plan, while also continuing to provide protection from extreme high and low water
levels. This would allow the regulation plan to perform better under much drier and wetter
conditions than the current plan, including more extreme conditions than those experienced
to date.
3) Adaptive Management Strategy
Regular monitoring and periodic review of the levels and flows of Lake Ontario and the St.
Lawrence River would improve the capability of the plan to adapt to future changes. These
might include socio-economic changes in the basin and significant changes in climate,
such as more intense storm events or prolonged droughts. The proposed approach would
include an adaptive management strategy to monitor and assess conditions on the lake and
river in order to refine the plan as needed.
4) Governance and Communications
The IJC establishes a board to ensure that the operation of the dam follows the Order of
Approval and the Regulation Plan. Under the draft new approach, the IJC board would also
be responsible for overseeing the adaptive management strategy and would have
enhanced responsibilities to communicate with basin governments and the public.
5) Complementary Initiatives
The IJC and basin governments are working to identify and implement initiatives to
complement the draft new approach, such as adaptive management, environmental
restoration initiatives and best practices to reduce risks related to high and low water levels
and flows.
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One of the IJC's core responsibilities is to ensure that all affected interests, including those
along the lake, upper river and lower river are considered in decisions that affect the natural
levels and flows of boundary waters. While developing the new approach to water levels and
flows, the IJC has worked to ensure that there is a thorough and inclusive process that
considers all of the region's diverse interests. Before the approach is finalized there will be
significant opportunities for public and agency review and input. Public information sessions
were held in the spring of 2012 to allow for open dialogue and opportunities for questions from
the public about the proposed new approach. The IJC will now develop a proposal that will
include a revised Order of Approval, Regulation Plan, adaptive management plan and a
governance structure. Public hearings on the proposal will be held prior to the IJC making a
decision.
TRCA comments on Plan Bv7 are:
• TRCA supports Plan Bv7 which clearly addresses concerns related to water level impacts to
coastal marshes and sensitive habitat for birds, fish and other species.
• It is TRCA understanding that the Bv7 Plan is similar to Plan B+ previously supported by
Conservation Ontario; however no information was found comparing Plan B+ with the new
Plan Bv7. It is assumed that since no updated reports have been posted, with the
exception of that pertaining to storm surge and wave applications and technical description,
that there is no significant change in the modelling, analysis or application of the Plan or
Adaptive Management Action Plan from Plan B+. TRCA staff will review any background
documentation/technical studies made available in the future to verify TRCA's assumptions
are correct with respect to the implications of these changes on natural heritage features
and functions.
• The Lake Ontario and St. Lawrence shoreline provide a dynamic confluence of riverine,
wetland, littoral and lacustrine waters and habitats. It is within this system that conservation
authorities are major landowners responsible for major wetland creation and rehabilitation
projects and resource managers responsible for this system's health and contribution to a
healthy Great Lakes ecosystem. The details of the Bv7 Plan will help optimize the diversity
and function of the coastal habitats.
• Existing development within the shoreline hazard zone may require mitigation. Any
predicted small increases in shoreline erosion and flooding under Plan Bv7 should be
managed with measures employed by various levels of government, including conservation
authorities' regulation of development within hazardous lands and in partnership with the
appropriate levels of government. The health of the overall river and lake environment
should not be compromised because of this development.
• TRCA will continue to support an adaptive management approach and recommendations
by providing monitoring information, analysis and commenting on future plan adjustments,
as budgets permit. Conservation authorities are responsible for issuing permissions for
shoreline development activities including shoreline protection works and have a vested
interest in participating in an adaptive management approach to great lakes shoreline
management as the only practical way to develop understanding of the factors, drivers and
impacts of a changing climate. The adaptive management approach focuses on
vulnerabilities such as shoreline flooding, erosion and low water levels which are core to
conservation authority watershed/shoreline management activities.
• TRCA will continue to implement current shoreline management approaches and shoreline
regulations that are compatible with Plan Bv7.
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• The monitoring and adaptive management approach is key to assessing the benefits of a
new regulation plan and future refinements. It is recognized that there is a need to secure
other governmental funding, in addition to the Commission's budget, to implement an
adaptive management plan.
• On implementation, it is understood that a proposed new Order will provide clearer
direction for the IJC's Board on short term discretionary deviations and emergency
deviations. TRCA encourages the IJC to minimize deviations from the flows determined by
the regulation plan in order to realize the anticipated Plan benefits.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
During the spring of 2012, Conservation Ontario and other Lake Ontario and St. Lawrence River
System conservation authorities have participated in the IJC's ongoing public consultation on
Plan Bv7.
Comments and recommendations contained herein will be provided to the IJC for their
consideration by the June 15, 2012 deadline, subject to potential modifications and
endorsement of the Authority Board. This report will also be forwarded to Conservation Ontario
and member municipalities along Lake Ontario. TRCA will work with other conservation
authorities along the Lake Ontario-St. Lawrence system and Conservation Ontario to
recommend the appropriate participation at future public hearings. Staff will report back to the
Authority at a future meeting on the IJC's decision regarding Plan Bv7.
Report prepared by: Nancy Gaffney, extension 5313
Emails: ngaffney @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Nancy Gaffney, extension 5313
Emails: ngaffney @trca.on.ca
Date: June 5, 2012
RES.#A102/12 - LYME DISEASE
Report on Lyme Disease and Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority's approach to dealing with this issue.
Moved by: Chin Lee
Seconded by: Jack Heath
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff be directed to regularly
incorporate updated information on Lyme disease and blacklegged ticks (Ixodes
scapularis) into the TRCA Employee Health and Safety training and Visitor information
systems;
THAT staff be directed to make information on Lyme disease and blacklegged ticks
available at all field centres, conservation areas and other TRCA facilities in order to
increase the awareness of visitors;
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THAT staff continue to liaise with the regional public health units in the regions of Peel,
Durham and York, and the City of Toronto to receive up-to-date information on this issue
and share surveillance data regarding Lyme disease and blacklegged ticks;
AND FURTHER THAT TRCA staff be directed to explore the possibility and feasibility of
identifying ticks found on TRCA properties, and to submit any blacklegged ticks found to
the Zoonotic Diseases and Special Pathogens National Microbiology Laboratory.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Recently there has been increased awareness and concern raised over the issue of Lyme
Disease and the ticks that are known to carry/transmit the disease to humans. This has been
the result of media coverage of several local high profile cases of the disease in the last year.
Further, a member of the public had requested an opportunity to present information at a
recent Authority meeting following a similar presentation to Mississauga Council. Although they
ultimately did not make a presentation, their request generated some interest and questions
from Members of the Authority. This report is intended to provide the Authority with information
on the issue, identify the implications to TRCA and provide staff's recommendations on the
approach to be taken by the organization. Information provided in this report has been
adapted from the Public Health Agency of Canada, and the Canadian Lyme Disease
Foundation.
Lyme disease is one of the most common vector-borne diseases of humans in the world. The
disease is named after the Town of Lyme (Connecticut, USA), where a number of cases were
identified in 1975. Lyme disease is caused by a bacterium, Borrelia burgdorferi, which is
typically transmitted by certain ticks to a wide range of birds, reptiles and mammals including
dogs and humans. The primary transmitter of Lyme disease in Ontario is the blacklegged tick,
Ixodes scapularis. Blacklegged ticks live in wooded, brushy areas that provide the humidity
ticks need to survive. Exposure to ticks may be greatest in the woods (especially along trails)
and the fringe area between the woods and the edge of the forest. Blacklegged ticks search for
a host from the tips of low-lying vegetation and shrubs, not from trees. Blacklegged ticks do not
jump or fly; they grab onto their animal hosts that brush against vegetation, and then they crawl
around to find a place to bite.
In about 80% of cases, early Lyme disease is characterized by a skin lesion, which expands to
a diameter of more than 5 cm from the site of the tick bite. The signs and symptoms of early
Lyme disease also include fever, headache, muscle/joint pain and fatigue. If left untreated, the
disease can progress to swelling of the joints from arthritis in one or more joints, problems with
the nervous system, and persistent weakness and fatigue. Though rare, Lyme disease can be
fatal. Recent studies suggest that the incidence of Lyme disease in Canada is increasing. As Dr.
Nicholas Ogden from the Public Health Agency of Canada wrote in his report "projected
increases in temperature with climate change are expected to permit and accelerate the
expansion of Ixodes scapularis into Canada."
The prevalence of human Lyme disease in Ontario and Canada
In 2009, Lyme disease became a nationally reportable disease in Canada. This means that all
health care professionals should report cases of Lyme disease to the Public Health Agency of
Canada. The Agency also surveys the provinces and territories to assess the number of cases
and distribution of Lyme disease in Canada.
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The risk for exposure to the disease is highest in regions where the ticks that transmit Lyme
disease are known to be established. In Ontario, these regions include southern and eastern
Ontario. Established populations of blacklegged ticks have been found at Point Pelee National
Park, Rondeau Provincial Park, Long Point Provincial Park, Turkey Point Provincial Park, Turkey
Point lowlands, Wainfleet Bog Conservation Area, Presqu'ile Provincial Park, Prince Edward
Point National Area, St. Lawrence Islands National Park and Charleston Lake Provincial Park.
Across Canada, these ticks can be found in southern and southeastern Quebec, southeastern
Manitoba, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia as well as much of southern British Columbia.
Surveillance data indicates a small number of blacklegged ticks are introduced into widely
separated areas of Canada by migratory birds, posing some risk that individuals in other areas
may also be exposed to infected ticks.
What are the Public Health Agencies doing to address Lyme disease?
Public Health Agency of Canada scientists continue to collaborate in studying the occurrence
of tick populations in Canada. These studies show there is low risk of encountering ticks
infected with the Lyme disease agent in most of Canada although the number of risk areas is
increasing in eastern Canada. Many of these findings have been published and reported at
scientific meetings to help increase awareness of the potential for Lyme disease to occur in
Canada.
In addition, scientists from Public Health Agency of Canada and York University are currently
researching the potential impacts of climate change on the distribution of the ticks that carry
Lyme disease. This research will contribute to our understanding of the occurrence of the ticks
and the disease-causing agents they transmit.
To address Lyme disease, the regional public health units focus on educating the public about
Lyme disease and carry out various forms of surveillance. Educational material provided
includes information on the identification of ticks, signs and symptoms of the disease, personal
preventative measures for reducing exposure to ticks and advise on how to safely remove and
report an attached tick.
The precautions recommended by the public health agencies to reduce the risk of Lyme
disease include:
• to wear long sleeved shirts, long pants and closed shoes;
• to apply insect repellents containing DEET;
• to perform a careful self-inspection for attached ticks after being in wooded areas. A
daily total-body inspection and prompt removal of attached ticks (within 24 hours) can
reduce the transmission of the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi from infected ticks.
Blacklegged ticks are very small, particularly during the nymph stage, so look carefully.
Do not forget to check children and pets as well;
• to carefully remove attached ticks using tweezers. Grasp the tick's head and mouth
parts as close to the skin as possible and pull slowly until the tick is removed. Do not
twist or rotate the tick and try not to squash or crush the tick during removal;
• to contact a health professional immediately if you develop symptoms of Lyme disease,
especially when you have been in an area where blacklegged ticks are found.
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All health units conduct "passive surveillance" which involves assessing ticks submitted by the
public for the presence of the disease in Ontario. Some (but not all) health units also undertake
"active surveillance" which involves monitoring for ticks in selected locations within their region.
Refer to the following websites for educational pamphlets and information on Lyme disease and
the specific actions of each regional and provincial health department:
• Durham Region:
www.durham.ca/health.asp?nr=/departments/health/IvmeDisease.htm&setFooter=/incl
udes/health/healthFooterEnviro.inc
• Peel Region: www.peelrea_ion.ca/health/vbd/Ivme/
• York Region:
www.vork.ca/NR/rdonlvres/4vadvaxfarifhvuvxrrsavlubikrr65vbieiva673okpkm6ncaaraola
i7i32rocvxhvz3za ibaipzf22hap361vff/4844_Lv me+Disease.pdf
• City of Toronto:
www.toronto.ca/health/cdc/communicable disease surveillance/statistics and reports/
annual reports/pdf/2008/2008 vectorborne zoonotic.pdf
• Ontario (The Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care):
www.health.aov.on.ca/en/ms/Ivme/public/
• Canada (Public Health Agency of Canada):
www.phac-aspc.ac.ca/id-mi/Ivme-ena.php
What are the implications to TRCA?
TRCA takes the apparently increasing incidence of Lyme disease seriously, and recognizes that
there are direct implications to the organization, as follows:
• TRCA is the largest landowner in the Toronto region, and its properties include large
areas of natural lands;
• many TRCA staff work in the field, therefore these staff might have increased exposure
to ticks, and ultimately Lyme disease;
• many visitors use and enjoy TRCA facilities such as conservation areas, field centres
and resource tracts, thus their potential exposure to ticks increases;
• TRCA has been recognized as a leader in assessing and promoting climate change
issues;
• communication with the vector-borne disease divisions of regional public health units
had been established through TRCA's West Nile virus monitoring and surveillance
program and these staff are now incorporating Lyme disease into their various
communication approaches.
Based on the above, it is clear that it should be part of TRCA's due diligence to examine ways
to prevent the spread of Lyme disease, and the first line of defense in this regard should be to
increase public awareness and to incorporate the information on Lyme disease into the
organizations Employee Health and Safety training and Visitor information systems.
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DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
Staff has added the issue of ticks and Lyme disease to TRCA's health and safety training to
raise awareness of all employees, and in particular those that will be working in the field.
Additional information that has been developed by the regional health units will be used, and
this includes suggested preventative measures, information on tick identification and removal,
and what to do if bitten by a tick at work. The same information will be used to inform visitors of
TRCA facilities -this will ensure a consistent approach and up-to-date information and advice.
Clearly TRCA is not the experts on the disease or the insects that carry/transmit it, and as such
it is expected that TRCA should use the most up-to-date information that is available from the
agencies that are on the front line of existing and emerging health issues in the province.
Staff in the Ecology Division has the capacity to identify ticks to species (using the staff and
resources TRCA currently applies to the West Nile Virus Surveillance and Monitoring Program)
and will investigate the feasibility of identifying the tick(s) submitted by staff from TRCA
properties. If blacklegged ticks are found, the specimens will be forwarded to the Zoonotic
Diseases and Special Pathogens National Microbiology Laboratory for further testing. Ticks
submitted by the general public will not be accepted, the inquiries will be re-directed to the
appropriate public health unit.
Staff has reviewed the feasibility of monitoring, following the "active surveillance" approach
used by some regional health units to determine the presence of blacklegged ticks on selected
TRCA properties. Staff is recommending that this not be pursued at this time - due to the
widespread availability of habitat that would be available for ticks this effort would be both
labour and cost intensive. Further, since the Public Health Agency of Canada has already
predicted that most of southwestern Ontario will be identified as "moderate risk" for the
emergence of Lyme disease, we should begin to adapt our awareness activities with this in
mind.
TRCA staff will explore any integrated tick management options such as landscape
management, identification and management of host animals, and also chemical tick control
options. It is expected however, that due to the nature of TRCA properties and the type of
natural experience that TRCA is promoting and offering, the management options that are
suggested may not be feasible in many cases. Staff will also explore the need for and feasibility
to adapt signage on TRCA properties to incorporate information on the potential presence of
ticks and the Lyme disease issue where appropriate.
Lastly, staff will continue to respond to public inquiries regarding blacklegged ticks and Lyme
disease and staff that is presently involved with TRCA's West Nile Virus Monitoring and
Surveillance Program will use the various regional health department committees as sources of
information on the Lyme disease issue, and will communicate important updates to other staff.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
The future cost implication of this issue to the organization is not clear at this time. Most of the
awareness activities can be undertaken within the scope of TRCA's existing Health and Safety
and facility management approaches. Additional costs associated with monitoring (if
determined necessary), property management, tick control activities or updates to signage
used at TRCA properties or facilities will need to evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
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The cost associated with the identification of any ticks found and submitted by staff or the
public from TRCA lands during the 2012 field season is expected to be minimal (e.g. <$1,000)
and will be covered through the West Nile Surveillance and Monitoring Project (account
124-34).
Report prepared by: Scott Jarvie, extension 5312
Emails: sjarvie @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Jessica Fang, extension 5665
Emails: jfang @trca.on.ca
Date: May 15, 2012
RES.#A103/12 - REQUEST FOR DISPOSAL OF TORONTO AND REGION
CONSERVATION AUTHORITY-OWNED LAND
South of Eglinton Avenue, west of Scarlett Road (adjacent to 223
Edenbridge Drive), City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council
Area), CFN 47310. Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in
receipt of a request from Robert and Renata Ford to consider a sale of a
parcel of TRCA land located south of Eglinton Avenue, west of Scarlett
Road (adjacent to 223 Edenbridge Drive), City of Toronto (Etobicoke
York Community Council Area), Humber River watershed.
(Executive Res.#864/12 & Amendment Res.#865/12)
Moved by: John Sprovieri
Seconded by: Jack Heath
THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) owned-land located south
of Eglinton Avenue, west of Scarlett Road (adjacent to 223 Edenbridge Drive), City of
Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area), be retained for conservation
purposes;
AND FURTHER THAT TRCA provide further level of protection to the subject land by
initiating the process to rezone the subject parcel and any other TRCA parcels zoned
residential in the immediate vicinity as the most restrictive greenspace designation.
RECORDED VOTE
Maria Augimeri Yea
David Barrow Yea
Ben Cachola Yea
Ronald Chopowick Yea
Chris Fonseca Yea
Jack Heath Yea
Chin Lee Yea
Gloria Lindsay Luby Yea
Glenn Mason Yea
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RECORDED VOTE Cont'd
Mike Mattos Yea
Peter Milczyn Yea
Gerri Lynn O'Connor Yea
Linda Pabst Yea
John Sprovieri Yea
Cynthia Thorburn Yea
Richard Whitehead Yea
THE MOTION WAS CARRIED
RES.#A104/12 - THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM
Conveyance of Land for Proposed Parking Lot Expansion Project and
Maintenance of Plantings and Landscaping at the Durham Region Water
Supply Plant in the Town of Ajax, Lake Ontario Waterfront, CFN 47046.
Receipt of a request from the Regional Municipality of Durham for
conveyance of land for the proposed parking lot expansion project and
maintenance of plantings and landscaping at the Durham Region Water
Supply Plant in the Town of Ajax on the Lake Ontario Shoreline.
(Executive Res.#867/12)
Moved by: Linda Pabst
Seconded by: Anthony Perruzza
WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is in receipt of a request
from the Regional Municipality of Durham to convey certain lands for the proposed
expansion of the existing parking lot and continued maintenance of plantings and
landscaping at the Ajax Water Supply Plant, on the south side of Lake Driveway, east of
Harwood Avenue South, on the Lake Ontario Shoreline in the Town of Ajax;
AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of TRCA that it is in the best interest of TRCA in
furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to
cooperate with the Regional Municipality of Durham in this instance;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT a parcel of TRCA-owned land containing 0.235
hectares (0.5807 acres), more or less, required for the proposed parking lot expansion
project and maintenance of plantings and landscaping, said land being Part Lot 8 Range
2 Concession BFC being Part of PIN 26469-0597(LT), Town of Ajax, Regional Municipality
of Durham, designated as Part 1 on Plan 40R-27068, be conveyed to the Regional
Municipality of Durham;
THAT consideration be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal, survey and other costs to
be paid by the Regional Municipality of Durham;
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THAT all TRCA lands disturbed by the construction of the proposed expansion of the
existing parking lot of the Ajax Water Supply Plant, if applicable, be
revegetated/rehabilitated to the satisfaction of TRCA staff;
THAT an archaeological investigation be completed, with any mitigative measures being
carried out to the satisfaction of TRCA staff, at the expense of the Regional Municipality
of Durham;
THAT the Regional Municipality of Durham is to fully indemnify TRCA from any and all
claims from injuries, damages or costs of any nature resulting in any way, either directly
or indirectly, from this sale or the carrying out of construction;
THAT said conveyance be subject to approval of the Minister of Natural Resources, if
required, in accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O.
1990, Chapter C.27, as amended;
AND FURTHER THAT the authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary
action to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals and signing and
execution of documents.
CARRIED
RES.#A105/12 - GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Highland Creek Watershed
Toronto District School Board, CFN 47405. Purchase of property located
on the west side of Bennett Road, south of Lawrence Avenue (south end
of 60 Bennett Road), City of Toronto - Scarborough Community Council
Area, under the "Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2011-2015", Flood
Plain and Conservation Component, Highland Creek watershed.
(Executive Res.#868/12)
Moved by: Linda Pabst
Seconded by: Anthony Perruzza
THAT 0.43 hectares (1.05 acres), more or less, of vacant land being Part of Lot 7,
Concession D and designated as Parts 5 and 6 on a Draft Plan of Survey prepared by
Lloyd & Purcell Ltd., Ontario Land Surveyors, under their Job No. 11-019, City of Toronto -
Scarborough Community Council Area, located on the west side of Bennett Road, south
of Lawrence Avenue (south end of 60 Bennett Road), be purchased from the Toronto
District School Board;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive conveyance of the
lands free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements;
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THAT Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer
tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary action
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals and signing and
execution of documents.
CARRIED
RES.#A106/12 - GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Mimico Creek Watershed
City of Toronto
Onni Group, CFN 47418. Acquisition of property located at the corner of
Park Lawn Road and Lakeshore Boulevard West in the City of Toronto
(Etobicoke York Community Council Area), under the 'Greenlands
Acquisition Project for 2011-2015', Flood Plain and Conservation
Component, Mimico Creek watershed.
(Executive Res.#869/12)
Moved by: Linda Pabst
Seconded by: Anthony Perruzza
THAT 0.4821 hectares (0.526 acres), more or less, of vacant land, being Part of Lot 7 and
Part of The Street (closed by By-Law 7415, Instrument No. ET75216) on Registered Plan
83, designated as Part 11 on Plan 66R-25844, City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community
Council Area), be purchased from Onni Group;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive conveyance of the land
free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements;
THAT the firm of Gardiner Roberts LLP, Barristers & Solicitors, be instructed to complete
the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental
to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take whatever action may
be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the
signing and execution of any documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A107/12 - GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
Boca East Investments Ltd., CFN 47393. Purchase of property located
west of Huntington Road, south of Rutherford Road, City of Vaughan,
Regional Municipality of York, under the "Greenlands Acquisition Project
for 2011-2015", Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River
watershed.
(Executive Res.#870/12)
Moved by: Linda Pabst
Seconded by: Anthony Perruzza
THAT 3.92 hectares (9.69 acres), more or less, of vacant land being Part of Lots 13 and
14, Concession 10 and designated as Part 6 on a Draft Plan of Survey prepared by
Holding Jones Vanderveen Inc., Ontario Land Surveyors, under their Job No.
04-1633-MPLAN2, dated February 14, 2012, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of
York, located west of Huntington Road, south of Rutherford Road, City of Vaughan, be
purchased from Boca East Investments Ltd.;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive conveyance of the
lands free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements;
THAT Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer
tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary action
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals and signing and
execution of documents.
CARRIED
RES.#A108/12 - GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Don River Watershed
Toronto Catholic District School Board, CFN 46662. Purchase of property
located north of Highway 401, west of Yonge Street (rear of 1 Bothom
Road), City of Toronto - North York Community Council Area, under the
"Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2011-2015", Flood Plain and
Conservation Component, Don River watershed.
(Executive Res.#871/12)
Moved by: Linda Pabst
Seconded by: Anthony Perruzza
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THAT 2.94 hectares (7.25 acres), more or less, of vacant land being Part of Block X,
Registered Plan M-489 and Part of Lot 13, Concession 1 WYS and designated as Parts 1
and 3 on a Draft Plan of Survey prepared by MMM Geomatics Ontario Ltd., Ontario Land
Surveyors, under their Job No. 2212011-000-000, Drawing No. 2212011-001, City of
Toronto - North York Community Council Area, located north of Highway 401, west of
Yonge Street (rear of 1 Bothom Road, be purchased from the Toronto Catholic District
School Board;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive conveyance of the
lands free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements;
THAT Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer
tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary action
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals and signing and
execution of documents.
CARRIED
RES.#A109/12 - APPOINTMENT OF AUTHORIZED SIGNING OFFICERS
Recommends changes to the designation of authorized signing officers.
(Executive Res.#872/12)
Moved by: Linda Pabst
Seconded by: Anthony Perruzza
THAT for purposes of banking and financial services, documents relating to sale and
disposal of interests in property and other significant documents as may be determined
by the Chief Administrative Officer, the following be designated as authorized signing
officers:
• Any one of the Chair or Vice Chair, together with any one of the Chief
Administrative Officer, Chief Financial Officer or Manager, Chair and CAO's Office;
THAT for purposes of all other agreements, contracts and legally binding documents, the
following be designated as authorized signing officers:
• Any one of the Chief Administrative Officer, Chief Financial Officer or Manager,
Chair and CAO's Office;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized staff be directed to take the necessary action to
implement the designation of authorized signing officers including obtaining any needed
approvals and the signing and execution of documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A110/12 - DISTRICT ENERGY
Development of Provincial Policies. Approval of a joint submission to the
Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing with the Canadian District
Energy Association in regard to development of provincial policies
related to district energy for inclusion in the Provincial Policy Statement.
(Executive Res.#873/12)
Moved by: Jack Heath
Seconded by: Linda Pabst
WHEREAS the Province of Ontario is currently reviewing the Provincial Policy Statement
(PPS), 2005;
AND WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA), through its
Sustainable Communities objective, has been working with industry associations, and
local and regional municipalities to identify and address barriers to district energy;
AND WHEREAS TRCA and Canadian District Energy Association were asked by the
Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing to provide an example of changes to the
Provincial Policy Statement that would support district energy;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT the staff report with draft policies, definitions
and amendments to the Provincial Policy Statement, developed in collaboration with the
Canadian District Energy Association (CDEA), Canada Green Building Council Greater
Toronto Chapter (CaGBC GTA) and Quality Urban Energy Systems of Tomorrow (QUEST)
Ontario, for submission to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, in response to
the Ministers request, be endorsed.
AND FURTHER THAT the report be circulated to municipalities and organizations in
Ontario for their consideration and endorsement.
CARRIED
RES.#A111/12 - ALBION HILLS FIELD CENTRE PHASE 4 RETROFIT PROJECT
Contract PMO12-05. Award of Contract PMO12-05 for exterior recladding,
new windows and doors, and interior alterations at the Albion Hills Field
Centre, Town of Caledon.
(Executive Res.#874/12)
Moved by: Linda Pabst
Seconded by: Anthony Perruzza
THAT Contract PMO12-05 for renovations to the exterior siding, windows and doors, and
the construction of a new interior partition of the Albion Hills Field Centre be awarded to
Vema Corp. Constructors at a cost not to exceed $325,000.00, plus HST, subject to
receipt of all necessary approvals, permits and funding, it being the lowest bid meeting
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) specifications;
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THAT a contingency allowance of $65,000.00 to be expended as authorized by TRCA staff
be approved;
THAT staff be authorized to direct Vema Corp. Constructors to proceed immediately,
upon approval by the Executive Committee, with the supply and delivery of all windows
and doors as part of the contract cost of$111,200.00, plus HST, to ensure the fabrication
lead time will fall within the construction window of mid-June to late-September;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take such action as is
necessary to implement the contract, including the signing and execution of documents.
CARRIED
RES.#A112/12 - 2011 AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The 2011 audited financial statements are recommended for approval.
(Budget/Audit Res.#C7/12)
Moved by: Ronald Chopowick
Seconded by: Maria Augimeri
THAT the transfer of funds from reserves to surplus in the amount of$295,646.00 during
2011, as outlined in the schedule to the financial statements entitled "Continuity of
Reserves", be approved;
AND FURTHER THAT the 2011 audited financial statements, as presented, be approved,
signed by the Chair and Secretary-Treasurer of Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority (TRCA), and distributed to each member municipality and the Minister of
Natural Resources, in accordance with subsection 38 (3) of the Conservation Authorities
Act.
CARRIED
SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
RES.#A113/12 - 4155 YONGE STREET, CITY OF TORONTO
Moved by: Linda Pabst
Seconded by: Ben Cachola
THAT the Hearing Report contained in Executive Committee Minutes #4/12, held on June
1, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
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RES.#A114/12 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by: Michael Di Biase
Seconded by: Ben Cachola
THAT Section II items EX9.1 - EX9.3, inclusive, contained in Executive Committee Minutes
#4/12, held on June 1, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
Section II Items EX9.1 - EX9.3. Inclusive
CANADA GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL GREATER TORONTO CHAPTER
(Executive Res.#875/12)
2012 LABORATORY ANALYTICAL SERVICES
(Executive Res.#876/12)
GREATER TORONTO AREA AGRICULTURAL ACTION COMMITTEE
(Executive Res.#877/12)
SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD
RES.#A115/12 - FLOOD MANAGEMENT SERVICE
2011 Annual Report and 2012 Workplan. Annual update on the status of
the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Flood Management
Service and highlights of current initiatives.
Moved by: Ronald Chopowick
Seconded by: Ben Cachola
THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) Flood Management Service
2011 annual report and the 2012 work plan be received.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Highlights of the 2011 Annual Report and 2012 Work Plan
The following provides highlights of TRCA's work in 2011 which is provided in more detail on
Attachment 1 along with goals for the Flood Management Service for 2012. Attachment 2
speaks specifically to the components of the Flood Forecasting and Warning program (which is
a part of flood risk management) and how they meet the requirements presented in the
"Provincial Flood Forecasting and Warning Implementation Guidelines", Ministry of Natural
Resources, August 2008.
In 2011, a number of significant goals were realized and are highlighted below:
1. The Flood Management Service structure, which saw the flood infrastructure, hydrometrics,
risk management and data management groups brought together in 2011, has allowed for
greater capacity to implement core projects and improved efficiency in program delivery.
The theme for 2011 was "synergy" and TRCA saw advancements across the team as well as
across TRCA divisions and municipalities with respect to communications and
implementation of flood protection projects.
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2. Following the trend of 2010, 2011 was another quiet year in TRCA's jurisdiction in terms of
flooding. Although we experienced many rainfall events, they generally did not cause the
rivers to overtop their banks and cause flooding. TRCA issued 12 high water safety
bulletins, zero flood advisories and zero flood warnings in 2011 - during an average year,
TRCA issues approximately 20 flood messages. In 2012, flood message terminology
changed so TRCA will no longer be referring to high water safety bulletins and flood
advisories. The three levels of messages are now watershed conditions statements, flood
watch, and flood warning in keeping with provincial and federal messaging systems. The
factsheet in Attachment 3 provides more information.
3. The third annual "Floods Happen: are you ready?" municipal workshop was conducted in
2011. The workshop presented municipalities with information about the flood forecasting
and warning program, and the roles and responsibilities of various agencies. The
workshop also provided a forum for feedback from municipal staff involved in response to
flood events. The workshop has proven to be extremely valuable and has lead to the
development of solid partnerships with many municipal departments.
4. The Downtown Brampton Flood Mitigation Feasibility Study was initiated in conjunction with
the City of Brampton (TRCA/Brampton Technical Team). The goals of this project will be
reached through a balanced approach that considers future growth objectives of the City,
flood risk mitigation and the preservation of the City's vision for the urban form within the
downtown core, while striving to achieve the environmental objectives laid out in the
Etobicoke Creek watershed plan and other relevant planning documents.
5. The Yonge/York Mills Flood Control Channel cleanout (Phase 1 and Phase 2) was
completed with financial support from the Ministry of Natural Resources' (MNR) Water and
Erosion Control Infrastructure (WECI) funding program and the City of Toronto. The project
included concrete repairs and removal of sediment and vegetation to restore the channel to
its' original flood capacity. The final Phase will be completed in 2012.
6. A Dam Safety Review (DSR) was completed for Albion Hills Dam, and a DSR for G. Ross
Lord Dam was initiated. Recommendations from the DSR's will be implemented in
2012/2013.
7. The hydrometrics group completed a transition plan that will allow them to take over the
gauging work that is currently provided by Ontario Hydrometrics Service Inc. (consultants).
The City of Toronto Wet Weather Flow Monitoring Program reached a project milestone in
2011 with the completion of the baseline monitoring phase (three years of data collected).
8. Two new stream gauges were installed on Spring Creek (Brampton) to assist with
hydrologic modelling updates and flood forecasting.
9. Each municipality is required to complete an annual emergency management exercise in
compliance with the Emergency Measures and Civil Preparedness Act. FMS staff assisted
the City of Vaughan in their annual emergency exercise in 2011, which was based on an
extreme weather event. In addition to exercises, FMS staff conducted numerous tours of
TRCA's flood control dams and contributed expertise at several municipal training sessions
(including the Toronto Office of Emergency Management).
10. The data management group received provincial funding to advance the work on the Flood
Event Documentation (FED) database. This project is being led by the GTA Flood Group
and it is anticipated that the database scheme will be adopted provincially when complete.
The database will allow conservation authorities to collect data related to flood events (e.g.,
daily planning cycle, photographs, gauge readings, media reports, public inquiries, etc.) in
a comprehensive and well-organized system that will allow for quick queries and reporting.
The database will also assist municipalities to prepare submissions for Ontario Disaster
Relief Assistance Program (ODRAP) funding.
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The weather systems of 2011 did not present any extraordinary conditions with respect to
riverine flooding within the GTA. Once again, the systems that were in place for TRCA's
forecasting and warning system functioned as expected and staff was able to confidently carry
out duties during all of the severe weather events.
Major goals for 2012 include:
1. Continued work on a comprehensive program that includes accurate identification of flood
risk, communication with TRCA's municipal partners and implementation of the Flood
Protection and Remedial Works Strategy.
2. Disseminate new regulation information (e.g., updated floodlines) to TRCA's municipal
partners and the public in coordination with TRCA Planning and Development staff and the
Regulation Public Information process. This information provides an important technical
foundation to planning and redevelopment decisions in flood vulnerable areas and special
policy areas.
3. Complete the Downtown Brampton Flood Protection Feasibility Study (joint project with the
City of Brampton).
4. Participate in Municipal Emergency Preparedness Exercises in York Region, Town of
Markham and City of Toronto.
5. Implement innovative ideas for improved public awareness (e.g., retool the FMS webpages,
harness social media opportunities, undertake user surveys, etc.).
6. Finalize the Flood Event Documentation Database and the Flood Infrastructure Operations
and Maintenance database.
7. Complete Phase 3 (final phase) of the Yonge-York Mills Flood Control Channel project.
8. Complete the transition plan for the hydrometrics team to bring the work of Ontario
Hydrometrics Services in-house; this will increase skills and reduce costs within the
hydrometrics program.
9. Complete the asbestos and mould abatement project (removal) at Claireville Dam and
undertake a dam safety review at G. Ross Lord Dam.
10. Complete flood remedial work project on Stouffville Channel and undertake a study of the
requirements to remediate Stouffville Dam.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Funds are available in the 2012 operating budgets (account 115-60 and 108-01) for general
program operations. Capital funds for 2012 are available to undertake any project activities
identified in the 2012 work plan. Funding for Hydrometrics (107-01), Flood Protection and
Remedial Capital Works (107-02), Small Dams and Flood Control Channels (107-03) is received
from Toronto, York, Peel and Durham regions. Funding for large dams (107-04) is received
from City of Toronto, York and Peel regions. TRCA has applied to MNR's WECI funding
program to secure 50% matching funds for eligible projects relating to maintenance of flood
infrastructure in 2012.
Report prepared by: Laurian Farrell, extension 5601
Emails: Ifarrell @trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Laurian Farrell, extension 5601
Emails: Ifarrell @trca.on.ca
Date: March 04, 2012
Attachments: 3
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Attachment 1
TRCA Flood Management Service 2011/2012
Table 1: Flood Management Service 2011 Overview and 2012 Workplan
TRCA's flood management service (FMS) involves Risk Management, Data Management, Hydrometrics and
Flood Infrastructure
Work Completed in 2011 Work Proposed for 2012
Flood Risk Management • Planning and Administration for TRCA's • Ongoing Planning and Administration
Flood Forecasting and Warning Program for TRCA's Flood Forecasting and
(full details provided in separate table Warning Program (full details
below, Section 1) provided in separate table below,
• Operation of the Flood Forecasting and Section 1)
Warning Program (flood duty officers on call • Ongoing Operation of the Flood
24 hours/day,365 days per year) Forecasting and Warning Program
• Ongoing updates to TRCA's Flood (full details provided in separate table
Vulnerable Area Database below, Section 2)
• Initiation of the Flood Protection and • Ongoing updates to TRCA's Flood
Remedial Capital Works Strategy Vulnerable Area Database
• Project management of flood risk reduction • Flood vulnerable cluster assessment,
projects (e.g., Downtown Brampton, Black characterization, and prioritization for
Creek at Alliance channel cleanout) remedial works will be completed
• Expanded work on the Municipal Outreach • Remedial works will be undertaken in
Program 2012 and subsequent years
• Further development of TRCA's outreach contingent upon funding and
program and corporate identity/imaging for confirmation of priority rankings of
the FMS vulnerable areas
• Disseminate new regulation
information (e.g., updated floodlines)
to our municipal partners and the
public in coordination with TRCA
Planning and Development staff and
the Regulation Public Information
process.This information provides an
important technical foundation to
planning and redevelopment
decisions in flood vulnerable areas
and SPA's
• Complete work on new FMS
webpage
• Annual field inventory for all flood control • Annual field inventory for all flood
Flood Infrastructure facilities completed control facilities to be completed
• Followed all safety and operating • Procedures to be followed in
procedures in accordance with Dam accordance with Dam Operations
Operations Manuals and Dam Safety Manuals and Dam Safety Reviews
Reviews • Phase 3 concrete repairs along
• Albion Hills Dam Safety Review completed Yonge/York Mills channel from
• G. Ross Lord Dam Safety Review initiated Donino Ave.to Mill St.to be
• Tours and training conducted for G. Ross completed
Lord Dam and Claireville Dam • G. Ross Lord Dam Safety Review to
• Installation of pedestrian guardrail at G. be finalized
Ross Lord Dam completed • Survey, hydraulic analysis, and
• Phase 1 Concrete repairs along Yonge/York remedial works along Stouffville
Mills Channel at York Mills Rd. completed Channel to be completed
• Phase 2 sediment and vegetation removal
along Yonge/York Mills channel from
Knightswood Rd.to Donino Ave.completed
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Work Completed in 2011 Work Proposed for 2012
• maintained and operated 5 hydrometric • Continue to maintain and operate the 5
Hydrometric Networks networks including: baseflow, streamflow, FMS hydrometric networks
h
precipitation, meteorological and snow • Complete the 4h year operations of the
course (over 130 stations) Toronto Wet Weather Flow Network
• Installed two new stream gauges on Spring under a modified monitoring protocol
Creek in Brampton for flood warning and and focus on a discrete baseline data
modeling purposes analysis
• Developed a long-term strategic plan and • Implement the 2012 Ontario
budget for the Hydrometrics Program Hydrometrics Services Transition Plan
• Station upgrade to Plunkett Creek stream • Install new Water Survey Canada stream
gauge d gauge on Duffins Creek
• Completed the 3 year of the Toronto Wet • Continue to expand and streamline
Weather Flow Monitoring project TRCA's hydrometrics networks
• Provided technical expertise and support to Including: 1) acquisition of an acoustic
various government, non-government, dopplar current profiler for measuring
industry, and educational institutions high flow safely and more efficiently, 2)
• Developed the 2012/2013 Ontario equipment upgrades to the stream flow
Hydrometrics Services transition plan network in order to standardize/simplify
field operations and data processing
initiatives
• Install two new real-time stream gauges
for Credit valley Conservation Authority
on the Credit River
• Install a new water quality/quantity
monitoring station for the Town of Ajax
• Complete compliance turbidity
monitoring of the West Don River
sediment removal project(Hog's
Hollow)
• Complete the Duffins Creek wet weather
flow pathogens tracking study for the
MOE and TRCA
• Continue to provide technical expertise
and support to various government,
non-government, industry,and
educational institutions
• Develop course outline for TRCA lead
2013 hydrometrics training (for external
clients)
Data Management • Migrated all databases onto TRCA's intranet • Create new decision making tools for
service to improve data management and Flood Duty Officers on the
access www.trcagauging.ca website
• Increased staff expertise in technical • Complete the development of the GTA
systems (e.g., SQL, ASP etc) Flood Group Flood Event
• Development of Source Water Protection Documentation Database
Risk Management Measures Web-Database • Develop a system to track Flood Control
for Risk Management Officials Infrastructure inspections and to assist in
• Completed requirements documentation for asset management
GTA Flood Group Flood Event • Publish legacy hydrometrics data to a
Documentation Database web-based data portal
• Population of Provincial Water Quantity • Develop efficient QA/QC and data
Geodatabase for Source Water Protection updating procedures
Assessment Reporting
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Attachment 2
Table 2: Flood Forecasting and Warning Program Workplan related to Provincial
Requirements
Section 1: Planning and Administration
To develop and maintain an administrative framework to facilitate and support flood forecasting and warning.
MNR Implementation Guideline Work Completed in 2011 Work Proposed for 2012
Component
Maintain Adequate Flood Plain Mapping • Lake Wilcox SPA floodline map
in Accordance with FDRP Technical update
Standards
• On-going GTA Flood Group committee work • Complete development of the GTA
Documentation to develop a standardized Flood Event Flood Group FED database
Documentation (FED)
• Maintained and operated TRCA's 5 • Ongoing planning, updating,
Monitoring Network and Data Collection hydrometric networks maintenance and operation of TRCA's
System • Maintained and operated TRCA's data 5 hydrometric networks
management system • Ongoing planning, updating,
maintenance and operation of TRCA's
data management system
• Annual Training Modules were provided in • Annual Training Modules to be
Training for staff, partners and clients 2011 to staff as required;topics included: provided in 2012 to staff as required:
• Program Overview • Program Overview—manuals/IMS
• Daily Planning Cycle • Daily Planning Cycle
• Dam Tours&Dam Operations • Dam Tours&Dam Operations
• Major Event Operations • Major Event Operations
• Safety Training • NexFlood
• First Aid Training • Safety Training
• Ice Jam&River Watch Tours • First Aid Training
• River Watch • Ice Jam&River Watch Tours
• Swift Water Awareness • River Watch
• Media Training • Swift Water Awareness
• Security and Communications • Media Training
• Real Time Gauging&Website Updates • Security and Communications
• Basic Emergency Management • Real Time Gauging&Website
• Fall Arrest and Rescue Updates
• Confined Space Entry • Basic Emergency Management
• Confined Space Rescue • Fall Arrest and Rescue
• Confined Space Entry
• Training Drills were also conducted in 2011 • Advanced Confined Space Rescue
as part of our on-going emergency • Swift Water Rescue
management training
• Propane Handling
• Emergency operations exercises will
be conducted including drills, kit
preparation, and tabletop exercises
• Data collection of all hydrometrics networks • Complete Flood Event
Document Historical Flow Events was completed for all events Documentation Database and
• Data collection through the NexFlood Radar integrate its use into routine flood
data acquisition tool was initiated. Data warning procedures
collection in 2012 and beyond will require • Continue routine data collection (over
programming modifications to NexFlood 5,000 measurements per day) and
due to changes in Nexrad radar architecture data management
• Continue data collection through the
NexFlood Radar data acquisition tool
once system is updated for new radar
architecture
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MNR Implementation Guideline Work Completed in 2011 Work Proposed for 2012
Component
• The NexFlood system has been expanded • Complete architectural revisions to
Develop and Maintain Flood Forecast to include the Don watershed.The Nexflood to accommodate changes in
Models watershed model has been completed and radar operations. Maintain operational
calibrated,and will be used for operational beta testing, and provide training to staff
purposes following NexFlood system on system use.
revisions in 2012. • Revise the Daily Planning Cycle to
• The Daily Planning Cycle (DPC) was utilized ensure currency with most recent
to forecast the potential for flood events hydrologic model updates for TRCA
watersheds. Continue to use the DPC for
non-operational watershed flood
assessment.
• 2011 contingency manual update • Annual Contingency Plan update will be
Procedures Manuals/Flood Contingency completed and distributed to partners completed including new flood message
Operations • Complete update of FDO operations binder terminology
and creation of CFDO operations binders • On-going updates to FDO/CFDO
operations binders
• Completion of a new FMS Operations
Manual
Prepare for Emergency Operations • Monthly inspections of Claireville, G. Ross, • Continue monthly inspection of
Milne, and Stouffville Dams were conducted Claireville, G. Ross, Milne, and Stouffville
Dams
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• 3 Annual ''Floods Happen Municipal • Hold the 4 Annual "Floods Happen
Maintain and Improve Liaison with Workshop"on flood forecasting and Municipal Workshop"for municipal
Municipalities and Local Emergency warning was held for municipal staff in partners in March 2012
Response Groups coordination with Halton Region • Ongoing municipal outreach program
Conservation Authority(HRCA), Credit will be extended to all interested
Valley Conservation (CVC) and Lake municipalities/divisions to improve
Simcoe Region Conservation (LSRCA) in communications and identify potential
March 2011. The workshop provided our for partnerships
shared municipalities with information about • Identify opportunities to partner with
our respective program operations. Environment Canada and the Weather
• Improved communications and created Network to disseminate weather related
partnerships, included presentations to information
Toronto Parks,Toronto Transportation • Continue to work with the GTA Flood
Services,Toronto Office of Emergency Forecasting and Warning Group and the
Management Provincial Flood Forecasting and
Warning Group to deliver an effective
flood forecasting and warning program
• Establish strong relationship with
Emergency Management Ontario
• Continue training partnerships with
Toronto OEM and Fire Services
• Continue to assist with annual municipal
exercises to improve both FMS staff and
municipal staff procedures during flood
emergencies
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Section 2: Operations
To understand and quantify the response and potential impacts within watersheds to specific events
MNR Implementation Guideline
Component Work Completed in 2011 Work Proposed for 2012
Follow Daily Planning Cycle • Conducted on a daily basis with • Ongoing on a daily basis with
improvements/modifications as needed improvements/modifications as needed
Define Watershed Conditions • Ongoing • Ongoing
Communicate Flood Potential or Flood • 12 High Water Safety Bulletins, 0 Flood • Ongoing and include implementation of
Status Advisories and 0 Flood Warnings were new flood message terminology
issued in 2011
Maintain an Emergency Operations • Operation of the EOC at Head Office • Continue to operate EOC at Head Office
Centre continued with a focus on providing and upgrade equipment as required
technologies for the NexFlood system and
on maintaining the Metronet Radio System
• Staff training focused on health and safety in • Ongoing as needed
Staff Safety 2011 with confined space,fall arrest and • Prepare staff safety manuals(tailored to
traffic safety training the specialized activities of our field
personnel)
• Completed for 2011 • Ongoing as needed
Document Flood Events
• In 2011,the Flood Management Service • Ongoing as needed
began implementation of municipal outreach
campaign which included partnerships with
Support Internal and External Clients the City of Vaughan,Toronto Fire Services,
Toronto Transportation,Toronto OEM, and
City of Mississauga
• FMS worked in partnership with TRCA Parks
and Culture Division to create Emergency
Action Plans and related staff training for all
Parks
• Continued work with TRCA Development
Planning to determine approach for Generic
Regulation consultation
Effective Communication (Debriefs) • conducted as needed • Ongoing as needed
• Continued to follow media communications • Continue enhancements to the Flood
Establish Internal and External protocols Forecasting &Warning Centre pages on
Communications Protocol • Continued to improve relationships with local TRCA's corporate website, including a
media resulting in consistent messaging and web-based system for identifying flood
increased media coverage susceptible areas
• Provided on-going information and advice to • Continued weekly checks of the
municipal clients and CA staff including Metronet backup radio system with
protocol for new Dundas St gauge Toronto Police
• Continued weekly checks of the Metronet • Continue to provide information and
backup radio system with Toronto Police advice to municipal clients with targeted
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website Program)
• A coordinated effort to identify changes to • Continued development of targeted
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RES.#A116/12 - WATERSHED COMMITTEE MINUTES
Moved by: Gloria Lindsay Luby
Seconded by: Michael Di Biase
THAT Section IV items AUTH8.2.1 & AUTH8.2.2, in regard to Watershed Committee
Minutes, be received.
CARRIED
Section IV Items AUTH8.2.1 &AUTH8.2.2
ETOBICOKE-MIMICO COALITION
Minutes of Meeting #1/12, held on February 16, 2012
PARTNERS IN PROJECT GREEN
Minutes of Meeting #1/12, held on February 2, 2012
RES.#A117/12 - SECTION IV- ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD
Moved by: Michael Di Biase
Seconded by: Ben Cachola
THAT Section IV item EX10.1 - Participating Municipality Funding, contained in Executive
Committee Minutes #4/12, held on June 1, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
RES.#A118/12 - ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
Moved by: Richard Whitehead
Seconded by: Glenn Mason
THAT Ontario Regulation 166/06 items EX11.1 - EX11.85, contained in Executive
Committee Minutes #4/12, held on June 1, 2012, be received.
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TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11:52 a.m., on Friday, June 22, 2012.
Gerri Lynn O'Connor Brian Denney
Chair Secretary-Treasurer
/ks
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MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #6/12
July 27, 2012
The Authority Meeting #6/12, was held in Weston Room B, Black C
on Friday, July 27, 2012. The Chair Gerri Lynn O'Connor, called
9:54 a.m.
PRESENT
Maria AugimeriVice Chair
David BarrowMember
Ben CacholaMember
Bob CallahanMember
Ronald ChopowickMember
Vincent CrisantiMember
Glenn De BaeremaekerMember
Michael Di BiaseMember
Jack HeathMember
Colleen JordanMember
Mujeeb KhanMember
Gloria Lindsay LubyMember
Glenn MasonMember
Mike MattosMember
Peter MilczynMember
Gerri Lynn O'ConnorChair
Linda PabstMember
Dave RyanMember
Gino RosatiMember
Richard WhiteheadMember
ABSENT
Paul AinslieMember
Chris FonsecaMember
Chin LeeMember
Anthony PerruzzaMember
John ParkerMember
John SprovieriMember
Cynthia ThorburnMember
Jim ToveyMember
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RES.#A119/12 - MINUTES
Moved by: Linda Pabst
Seconded by: Ben Cachola
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #5/12, held on June 22, 2012, be app
CARRIED
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PRESENTATIONS
(a)A presentation by Pamela Veinotte, Field Unit Superintendent, Rou
Park, Parks Canada, in regard to the Rouge National Urban Park.
(b)A presentation Sonya Meek, Manager, Watershed Planning, TRCA, in
AUTH7.1 - Sustainable Neighbourhood Retrofit Action Plan Updates.
RES.#A120/12 -PRESENTATIONS
Moved by:Jack Heath
Seconded by:Glenn De Baeremaeker
THAT above-noted presentation (a) be received.
CARRIED
RES.#A121/12 -PRESENTATION
Moved by:David Barrow
Seconded by:Ronald Chopowick
THAT above-noted presentation (b) be received.
CARRIED
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CORRESPONDENCE
(a)A letter dated July 23, 2012 from Ms. Carol Sheedy, Vice-President, Operations, Eas
Canada, Parks Canada, in regard to Rouge National Urban Park tra
RES.#A122/12 -CORRESPONDENCE
Moved by:Jack Heath
Seconded by:Glenn De Baeremaeker
THAT above-noted correspondence (a) be received.
CARRIED
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CORRESPONDENCE (A)
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SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION
RES.#A123/12 -SUSTAINABLE NEIGHBOURHOOD RETROFIT ACTION PLAN
Status Update. Approval of three pilot sustainable neighbourhood retrofit
action plans (SNAPs), progress toward their implementation and l
of two additional SNAPs.
Moved by:David Barrow
Seconded by:Ronald Chopowick
THAT the County Court, Lake Wilcox and Black Creek Sustainable N
Retrofit Action Plans be approved;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff be d
work with municipalities and other neighbourhood partners toward
implementation of the plans and the further development of new r
THAT the Region of Peel, City of Brampton, Region of York, Town
the City of Toronto be asked to endorse the respective Sustainab
Retrofit Action Plan and consider ways to implement the plan, as
corporate business planning, annual budget planning and other in
in partnership with TRCA and others;
AND FURTHER THAT Paul Gay and Marisa Mancuso of 71 Turtlecreek B
Brampton be thanked for offering their home as the subject of th
and for being ambassadors of this model in support of the neighb
residential retrofit program.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The SNAP projects represent an innovative model for sustainable
plans for measurable environmental improvement and community tra
address environmental objectives by identifying solutions that a
community interests and implementation challenges. The plans ad
municipalities, TRCA and other partners as drawn from higher lev
municipal departments and a wide range of community partners are
process through a variety of forums.
Three pilot SNAPs were initiated in 2009 in Brampton, Richmond H
SNAPs were launched last year in Markham and Mississauga. Over
three pilot SNAPs has focused on finalizing the action plans, de
programs for the initial priority action areas, and completing s
all in cooperation with local partners. Work on two new SNAPs h
project management teams with appropriate representation from ke
development.
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The pilot SNAPs have been breaking new ground for addressing urb
challenges. Innovative approaches have emerged through the SNAP
which is cross-cutting and collaborative. It is open to solutio
neighbourhood scale, tailors solutions to local community intere
environmental objectives in an integrated way and fosters involv
features from TRCA's pilot SNAPs that may prove transferable to
include:
Green Home Makeover demonstration project, in partnership with p
others, is serving as a catalyst for a neighbourhood-wide reside
showcasing examples and creating local champions (County Court S
fostered relationships among relevant private and public sector
products and services, which led to crowd-sourced deals and part
neighbourhood-wide program of indoor and outdoor retrofits (i.e.
Package).
Creative retrofit solutions that require cooperation by adjacent
private landowners and public sector authorities, but solved pro
difficult individually Ï e.g. collection of neighbourhood stormw
course irrigation water supply (County Court SNAP).
County Court SNAP has identified multiple design objectives for
may provide the business case for cost-sharing opportunities amo
in implementation Ï e.g. park renewal, stormwater pond retrofit.
Front Yard Makeover designs and associated promotions set a land
marries ecologically sound design objectives with local homeowne
neighbourhood where Ñbeing green and stylishÒ are important (Lak
Black Creek SNAP has recommended a locally tailored marketing st
boost homeowner participation in municipal basement flood preven
and other available retrofit programs, which to date have had lo
neighbourhood. This marketing strategy appeals to local cultura
residential rain harvest supported vegetable gardening incentive
opener to promote other strategic retrofits).
A neighbourhood-wide urban agriculture expansion program, promoti
supported gardens to achieve objectives for stormwater managemen
community building, as part of the Black Creek SNAP.
Summary documents containing a full description of each of the t
found at www.sustainableneighbourhoods.ca.
The following sections summarize the unique action plan, demonst
implementation program directions for each of the three pilot SN
for the two new SNAPs and next steps for the SNAP program overal
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County Court SNAP, Brampton
Located in the Etobicoke and Mimico creeks watershed, this SNAP
management functions of the Upper Nine stormwater management pon
facility identified as a top retrofit priority by the City of Br
businesses, residents and institutions in identifying integrated
management and biodiversity targets, while achieving other susta
and creating a stronger sense of place and identity in the neigh
the Region of Peel, City of Brampton, Peel Village Golf Course a
the Project Management Team, along with TRCA.
Action Plan
The County Court SNAP promotes place making and suburban renewalAction Plan
recommendations and lead roles include:
retrofit of the aging Upper Nine stormwater pond to address wate
objectives and also serve as a community amenity and natural are
Brampton lead;
renewal of County Court Park to better suit recreational needs a
education features and community gathering space Ï City of Bramp
enhancement of the urban forest and bioretention along the boule
stormwater filtration and other benefits Ï City of Brampton and
a system of neighbourhood rainwater harvesting and storage as an
nearby golf clubs Ï Brampton Golf Club, Peel Village Golf Club a
TRCA support;
habitat restoration along the creek valley and in the golf cours
support;
green parking lot design at the Court House as a model for other
Infrastructure Ontario; and
active promotion of green home renovation and landscape to addre
conservation Ï TRCA lead.
Green Home Makeover
The Green Home Makeover is a key demonstration project of the Co
the predominance of low density residential land use and the opp
water and energy reductions, this demonstration is part of a tar
residential participation in indoor and outdoor green home renov
SNAP partners, associations and private sector suppliers, one ol
showcase a total green home transformation of water and energy s
landscapes. Located at 71 Turtlecreek Boulevard, the Makeover is
home improvements, educate residents and the renovation industry
water savings. A series of videos featuring aspects of the Green Home Makeover a
the TRCAÔs SNAP website. Following renovations and a ribbon cut
2012 to officially kick-off the program, homeowners Paul Gay and
as local champions to share their experience and learning with o
similar projects. Monitoring of hydro, natural gas and water as
ongoing from spring of 2012 to the fall of 2013.
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Implementation Directions
Implementation plan directions and immediate actions for County
launch of the Green Home Discount Package, a package of discount
and outdoor renovations exclusive to the neighbourhood (in July
partnership with many private and public sector partners;
Project Management Team shift to SNAP Implementation Team to pro
among projects Ï initially led by TRCA; City of Brampton is expl
SNAP in the longer term;
ongoing community outreach to build capacity for neighbourhood l
continue to inform future SNAP direction - TRCA continuing outre
City of Brampton considering its longer term role;
development of Performance Monitoring Plan and ongoing monitorin
partnership with Brampton, Peel, and community.
Expected Outcomes
The SNAP was designed to meet or exceed established municipal an
targets. Highlights include:
expand urban forest (from 8 to 18% of area);
Green Home Makeover and residential retrofit program to reduce w
use (39%);
rainwater harvesting for irrigation (provide 100% of water needs
and water taking from creek);
reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (18%);
provide increased ecoservices (540 tonne carbon storage, 214 ton
11 tonne pollution removal).
Lake Wilcox SNAP, Richmond Hill
Located in the headwaters of the Humber River, this SNAP complem
Richmond HillÔs lake-based remediation initiatives by focusing o
reduce nutrient loading (especially phosphorus) to Lake Wilcox,
Oak Ridges Moraine. Other objectives are to foster stewardship o
reduce outdoor treated water use and cultivate a shared sense of
and newer residents. TRCA is leading this SNAP in partnership w
Region of York and Town of Richmond Hill.
Action Plan
The Lake Wilcox SNAP promotes embracing nature in the community
action areas:
Residential Eco-landscaping Ï Homeowners are encouraged to adopt ecologically sound
landscaping to help achieve stormwater run-off reduction and pol
load reduction), reduced treated water use, expanded urban fores
plant biodiversity. Priority implementation zones have been iden
soil and groundwater conditions conducive to stormwater infiltra
buffer existing natural areas.
Visitor Stewardship Ï Visitors and residents are encouraged to become stewards of t
natural areas they visit through adoption of simple practices th
of invasive species and reduce encroachment on sensitive areas.
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Green Renovations and Energy Ï Widespread infill construction, home renovations and
re-builds offer opportunities to advance renewable energy option
techniques, resulting in improved energy and water conservation.
Front Yard Makeovers
Front Yard Makeover demonstration projects are profiling eco-lan
residential lots in Oak Ridges. Champion homeowners were selecte
Makeovers and a landscape designer was engaged to create customi
The gardens are being installed in summer 2012 and feature rainw
garden, native and water-efficient plants, canopy trees, permeab
rain barrels. Funded by York RegionÔs Long Term Water Conservati
by private sector sponsors, these Makeovers represent a shift fr
lands to engaging private homeowners to showcase desirable pract
confirm anticipated reductions in use of treated tap water for i
performance of the soak aways (on one lot).
The Makeovers are the first step in prompting a trend towards ad
The experiences of those participating in the Makeovers will be
engaging videos that will profile the Makeovers and SNAP, and pr
videos will be available on TRCAÔs SNAP website.
Implementation Directions
The Makeovers are forerunners of an upcoming neighbourhood-wide
residential eco-landscaping. The program is being led by TRCA i
RegionÔs Water for Tomorrow, Richmond HillÔs Healthy Yards, LEAF
Appreciation of Forests) and local environmental groups. The prog
landscaping that marries contemporary design with the latest in
technologies and practices. This innovative program will explore
engaging landscaping sector businesses and motivating them to ad
sound landscaping with their clients. An incentive package for homeowners is expected to
include design templates and supply lists, and time-limited fina
businesses. The program model builds on residentsÔ appreciation
their desire to be environmentally friendly. It responds to thei
environmental solutions with clear business cases. With many new
the neighbourhood, the potential to influence residential landsc
Next steps are to fully develop the program model with SNAP part
landscaping businesses. OntarioÔs Showcasing Water Innovation fu
implementation of the neighbourhood-wide program in 2013, creati
showcase SNAP and lessons learned from implementation.
Expected Outcomes
The Lake Wilcox SNAP is targeting strategic retrofits for pollut
urban forest. Preliminary analysis shows that water quality targ
to the lake can be achieved with 46% uptake of eco-landscaping i
cover in residential areas can be doubled with 55% uptake of eco
uptake, the urban forest can be expanded from 27 to 35%, and at
25,000 kg of air pollution and sequester 1,212,000 kg of carbon
economic value of $246,000 per year.
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Black Creek SNAP, Toronto
Located in the Black Creek subwatershed of the Humber River, thi
seeking ways to reduce the risk of basement flooding through lot
health of Black Creek and expand urban forest, within the contex
SNAP area is centred around the Jane-Finch area, extending from
to just south of Finch Avenue and from roughly Hwy 400 in the we
the east. Within this neighbourhood, there is a strong interest
grow food, improved access to fresh food and job opportunities.
in partnership with the City of Toronto, Jane Finch Family and C
Conservation Project and many other community stakeholders.
Action Plan
The Black Creek SNAP promotes growing food and green opportuniti through four primary
action areas:
Vegetable gardens supported with rain harvesting for homes and o
Stormwater management and basement flood prevention - focus on lot level measures for
homes, paved areas and roads, aimed at reducing run-off volume b
and also promotion of backwater valves, sump pumps and other key
prevention measures;
Energy conservation and renewables - focus on greenhouse gas reduction for single family
residential homes through weatherization, furnace and appliance
electricity use reduction within the commercial, institutional a
and solar power installations associated with large commercial o
spaces; and
Urban forest enhancement - expand natural cover along creek corridors and promote
additional plantings within the built up area to reduce the heat
improved ecosystem services.
Specific targets and strategic locations for actions have been o
the strengths of existing programs, local green job creation and
principles that will be built into the delivery of these action
Demonstration Projects
Several projects have been underway over the past year:
Rainwater harvesting for community vegetable garden at Edgeley A
Shoreham Drive Ï TRCA installed two 500 litre rain barrels in su
cost water supply and improve stormwater management at this Toro
Housing Corporation seniors residence.
Rainwater harvesting design and vegetable garden creation at Uni
Church for their Reaching Up Homework Club Ï TRCA, with help fro
Conservation Project, constructed a vegetable garden in May 2012
process of retrofitting an existing shed on the property and ins
barrels as a rainwater collection system to support a low cost w
gardening skills and share harvest with their families.
Green parking lot design for the Jane-Finch Mall Ï TRCA is coord
partnership with the University of TorontoÔs Landscape Design Fa
2012).
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TRCA is preparing to launch in August 2012 a series of demonstra
family residential homeowners. These projects would recognize u
gardens by providing downspout disconnection services and provid
strategic water and energy retrofits. These demonstration homes
neighbourhood-wide residential retrofit program, delivered in pa
Toronto, local community groups and local private retailers, and
2012.
Implementation Directions
Implementation plan areas, immediate actions and lead roles for
the following:
Neighbourhood-wide agriculture supported by rain harvesting Ï TRCA is leading in
cooperation with local agriculture groups, and will explore the
Farm as a central component of this program.
Single-family residential eco-edible landscaping and other strat Ï TRCA is
leading the design and launch of this program in partnership wit
other groups.
Urban forest enhancement Ï Black Creek Conservation Project is leading this component of
SNAP in close coordination with TRCA and other groups
Greening of paved areas and building on institutional, commercial and multi-unit residential
properties Ï green parking lot design project with the Jane Finch Mall is a
TRCA will explore this area more fully with partners after the r
program is underway.
Project Management Team shift to SNAP Implementation Team to pro
among projects Ï led by TRCA
Ongoing community outreach to build capacity for neighbourhood l, and to
continue to inform future SNAP direction - TRCA is leading in close collaboration with a wide
range of local SNAP partners and community leaders.
Expected Outcomes
The SNAP was designed to meet or exceed established municipal an
targets. Highlights include:
produce 20% of the communityÔs vegetable needs locally;
reduce the risk of basement flooding;
reduce stormwater run-off by 30%;
expand urban forest from 26 to 34% of the area;
increase ecoservices provided (5,700 kg pollutant removal; 128,0
reduce electricity use (10%) and natural gas use (17%) below 200
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Bayview Glen SNAP, Markham
The Bayview Glen SNAP is located in an established neighbourhood
Upper East Don River subwatershed in MarkhamÔs Thornhill communi
north of Steeles Avenue, east of Bayview Avenue, south of the CN
east by the Bayview Golf and Country Club. The area is the subje
remediation study and has been identified by York Region as a pr
and infiltration to sanitary sewers. SNAP will focus on integrat
multi-faceted water challenges (surface and basement flooding, s
capacity, water conservation, Don River impacts) and opportuniti
objectives, such as urban canopy succession planning, promotion
and community interests. The SNAP will demonstrate implementati
Greenprint Sustainability Plan at the neighbourhood scale.
A scoped characterization phase was launched in April 2012, consi
cross-agency technical workshops to establish baseline condition
retrofits. Workshops focusing on water management and urban fore
steps over the spring and summer of 2012 include the remaining t
integration with MarkhamÔs West Thornhill Flood Control Implemen
study, and community engagement in cooperation with the local co
Mississauga SNAP
In partnership with the City of Mississauga and the Region of Pe
a SNAP in the community located north of Bloor Street, south of
Dixie Road, and west of the west branch of the main Etobicoke Cr
specifically demonstrate implementation of MississaugaÔs Living
neighbourhood scale, along with advancing objectives of the Etob
Plan and other municipal management plans and strategies. This c
residents is highly diverse in terms of demographics, and as suc
multifaceted approach to engagement and working closely with the
working in the area to understand community interests and help s
A Community Leaders Focus Group was held in April, and the SNAP t
local Town Hall meetings and in the Mississauga Ward 3 newslette
undertaking technical scoping meetings with staff groups and uti
EnerSource to explore baseline conditions, identify working goal
existing strategies, and identify retrofit opportunities, challe
SNAP Program Directions
SNAP Program Evaluation
TRCA has partnered with a York University researcher to conduct
program with input from a variety of partners. The goal of the s
pilot SNAPs and relevant initiatives around the world, to improv
program in the future, and explore its transferability to other
evaluation is supported, in part, by MITACS Accelerate, a nation
A final report is anticipated in fall 2012.
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Implementation Business Cases
As the pilot SNAPs move into the implementation phase, TRCA is pu
with financial institutions, insurance industry and real estate
cases for undertaking retrofits as a way to maintain market valu
ways to finance strategic retrofits.
Neighbourhood Retrofit ÑState of the ArtÒ
TRCA continues to pursue opportunities to share our SNAP models
groups in this emerging area of practice.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Funding for the SNAPs is in part from the Region of Peel, Region
capital budgets. SNAPs have continued to be successful at lever
secure additional grants and awards. Over the past year, these
Ministry of the Environment Showcasing Water Innovation grant ($
Toronto Community Foundation Vital Ideas grant ($30,000);
Green Home Makeover Ï private and public sector sponsorships of
(valued at over $100,000);
Front Yard Makeovers Ï private and public sector sponsorships of
(valued at over $30,000);
Shell Canada Environment Fund ($10,000);
Toronto and Region Remedial Action Plan ($15,000);
MITACS Accelerate Ontario ($11,250).
Report prepared by: Sonya Meek, extension 5253
Email: smeek@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Sonya Meek, extension 5253; Shannon Log
Emails: smeek@trca.on.ca; slogan@trca.on.ca
Date: July 11, 2012
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RES.#A124/12 -MARIE CURTIS PARK REVITALIZATION PROJECT - PHASE 2
Approval to enter into an Agreement with the City of Toronto to
implement specific elements of the Marie Curtis Park Revitalizat
Project - Phase 2 on their behalf.
Moved by:Michael Di Biase
Seconded by:Dave Ryan
THAT approval be granted to enter into an agreement with the Cit
implement specific elements of the Marie Curtis Park Revitalizat
their behalf;
THAT the agreement be subject to availability of funding from th
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AND FURTHER THAT authorized Toronto and Region Conservation Auth
officials be directed to take any action necessary to implement
obtaining any required approvals and the signing and execution o
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Since 2010, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA)'s W
Division and the City of TorontoÔs Parks Forestry and Recreation
partnered on the revitalization of Marie Curtis Park East and We
being carried out in tandem with the City of MississaugaÔs and T
park on the former Arsenal Lands which is located immediately ad
West.
The intent is that Marie Curtis Park West and the Arsenal Lands
destination park, while Marie Curtis Park East will continue to
comprising Marie Curtis Park are owned by TRCA and will continue
operated by PF&R in accordance with the existing 1972 Waterfront
.
agencies
The revitalization efforts generally consists of creating new pa
Area, upgraded facilities, restored and new pathway connections,
lighting and parking areas and the creation of a new bioswale wi
provide improved stormwater controls at the site.
RATIONALE
PF&R staff has requested the assistance of TRCA's Restoration Se
the implementation of select components of the Phase 2 revitaliz
environmental sensitivities at the site which include:
surrounding aquatic and riparian habitat of Etobicoke Creek;
impacted soils from historic land uses; and
the proposed bioswale, which requires specialized knowledge of s
proper installation.
To ensure that the above-noted sensitivities are managed with du
construction, PF&R has requested assistance with the following s
Phase 2 works:
1.
restoration and creation of pathway connections, including the r
to appropriate disposal facilities as required by Ministry of En
2.construction of the bioswale and associated features.
The scope of work to be undertaken by TRCA consists of the follo
1.Prepare a detailed cost estimate and Memorandum of Understanding
implementation of restored and new pathway connections, bioswale
features.
2.
Prepare, issue, award and manage all subcontracts for equipment,
related to the construction of the aformentioned works.
3.Implement the works as per the approved design.
4.Provide financial and other documentation as specified in the MO
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Recognizing that the City of Toronto is funding the implementati
TRCA will adopt the City of Toronto's purchasing policy regardin
skilled trade workers for any subcontracted work associated with
but is not necessarily limited to, works such as the final surfa
and new pathway connections.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
The preliminary budget is estimated at approximately $950,000.00
contingency to be expended by TRCA with permission from the City
project is 100% recoverable from the City of Toronto within acco
Report prepared by: Moranne McDonnell, 416-392-9725
Emails: mmcdonnell@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Moranne McDonnell, 416-392-9725
Emails: mmcdonnell@trca.on.ca
Date: July 06, 2012
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RES.#A125/12 -KORTRIGHT VISITORS CENTRE RETROFIT PHASE 2 PROJECT
Contract PMO12-07. Award of Contract PMO12-07 for roof replacement,
exterior recladding and new glazing at the Kortright Visitors Ce
of Vaughan.
Moved by:Michael Di Biase
Seconded by:Dave Ryan
WHEREAS the Kortright Centre, constructed in 1979, a 30,000 squa
post and beam structure has major deficiencies including severel
walls;
AND WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's (TRCA) p
budgets have made requests for approximately $700,000.00 of ongo
over the next five years to address the state of good repair of
additional funding is being sought through the Federal Community
Improvement Fund for essential renewal of the Kortright building
Campus at Kortright;
AND WHEREAS the retrofit of the building has been planned to ens
of the operations, including access and rental for corporate and
including the growing "green" wedding business and use by over 6
participants and 40,000 visitors during the maple syrup season;
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THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT Contract PMO12-07 for the Kort
Centre Retrofit Phase 2 Project be awarded to Compass Constructi
a cost not to exceed $1,271,440.00, plus 10% contingency, plus H
all necessary approvals and funding, it being the lowest bid mee
Conservation Authority (TRCA) specifications;
THAT award of tender be subject to terms and conditions satisfac
legal advisers (if necessary), including but not limited to dete
contract cost not to exceed the approved amount;
THAT should staff be unable to negotiate a mutually acceptable t
the above-mentioned contractor, staff be authorized to enter int
with other contractors, beginning with the next lowest bidder me
specifications;
THAT staff be authorized to spend in excess of available funding
to carry out the most effective phasing of the work, as long as
exceed available funding over the life of the project;
THAT staff continue to implement the project in phases which hav
the needs and safety of the students and other visitors to Kortr
THAT authorized officials be directed to take the necessary acti
contract including the signing and execution of documents;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Authority on funding s
future phases of the retrofit.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Situated just north of Toronto, on 325 hectares of pristine wood
Conservation (KCC) combines a natural oasis with some of the mos
education programs and events in Canada. KCC hosts 135,000 visit
50 environmental education programs for schools and 30 sustainab
for the public, trade and professionals. It is also a popular lo
corporate functions.
Constructed in 1979, the Kortright Visitor Centre is a 30,000 sq
beam structure, with a 140 seat theatre, eight classrooms, a caf
Centre is the hub of all educational and recreational programs a
avenues to nature-based adventures such as hiking, skiing, orien
dogsledding and a natural classroom.
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TRCA staff has identified significant deficiencies in the overal
which coincide with the failing structure. The mechanical syste
life expectancy and the windows and doors of the building are in
balcony overlooking the surrounding valley environment has been
years. In more recent years, the roof has been leaking excessiv
the interior of the building. These factors have all contribute
maintenance cost, excessive energy bills and constant equipment
impact daily programming. In order to continue as Ontario's pre
renewable energy education and demonstration centre, TRCA plans
Visitor Centre focusing on reducing the buildings overall energy
Beginning in 2010, TRCA staff worked closely with Levitt Goodman
and refine detailed design and construction drawings required to
approach to retrofit the aging building. The Kortright Visitor C
subsequently completed in March 2012 and concentrated on the ope
building in order to improve its energy efficiency. The scope o
included:
1.
replacement of the existing HVAC system with a geothermal ground
system;
2.structural repairs to the balcony;
3.replacement of clerestory windows on the mezzanine and balcony l
4.
new doors at every level of the building;
5.installation of an Energy Recovery Ventilation unit; and
6.all abatement work related to the Designated Substance Survey re
December, 2010.
Having addressed the internal energy deficiencies, the focus has
building envelope for Phase 2 of the retrofit. The scope of wor
detailed design for the rehabilitation of the exterior walls and
Additional insulation will be added to several areas of the build
resistance (R-Value) to improve the interior temperature conditiAdditional glazing has also
been proposed along the south and east walls and skylights in th
roofing sections to bring more natural light into the three leve
2 works will ensure that the building exterior issues are addres
improving the building aesthetics to support the Kortright Centr
RATIONALE
Request for Pre-Qualification (RFPQ) for general contractors to
advertised on-line with Biddingo.com on May 25, 2012 and closed
includes, but is not necessarily limited to, the supply of labou
equipment required to complete the scope of work for the project
coordinate all construction activities which comprise of a new r
windows on the lower level of the building.
Interested general contractors in pre-qualifying were advised th
include the following in order to receive a tender package:
CCDC 11 (Canadian Construction Documents Committee) requirements
past experience in the construction of buildings of similar size
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past experience with similar buildings;
experience of suggested personnel for this project;
project record over the past five years;
ability to meet construction schedule milestones;
ability to coordinate work by others;
experience dealing with designated hazardous substances;
experience dealing with projects with construction budgets of $7
$1,500,000.00;
references focusing on firms history of project control and expe
All interested general contractors will need to be bondable and wf 10% of
the contract price at the time of the tender submission. Pre-qua
submitted by the following 14 firms:
BECC Construction Group;
Chart Construction Management;
Compass Construction Resources Ltd.;
Elite Construction;
Everlast Restoration;
J.D. Strachan Construction;
JJM McGuire Contractors;
Limen Group;
Martinway Contracting;
Morosons Construction;
R-Chad Contracting;
RTM;
Rutherford Contracting; and
Struct-Con Construction.
The pre-qualifying documents were reviewed by the selection comm
staff whose evaluation was based on the previously defined crite
past completed projects.
Based on the evaluation process, Tender documents were made avai
general contractors:
BECC Construction Group;
Compass Construction Resources Ltd.;
Elite Construction;
J.D. Strachan Construction;
JJM McGuire Contractors;
Limen Group;
Martinway Contracting;
Rutherford contracting; and
Struct-Con Construction.
All pre-qualified companies attended a mandatory site meeting on
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Tenders closed on July 5, 2012 at 12:00pm and were opened by the
Committee on July 6, 2012 with the following results:
BIDDERSTOTAL
(Plus HST)
Compass Construction Resources Ltd.$1,271,440.00
BECC Construction Group$1,293,694.69
Struct-Con Construction$1,353,000.00
Martinway Contracting $1,398,000.00
Rutherford contracting $1,436,508.00
J.D. Strachan Construction $1,550,300.00
Having previously pre-qualified the bidders qualifications, TRCA
the bid prices and the ability to complete the project as specif
TRCA reviewed the bids against its own cost estimates and has de
reasonable value. Based on evaluation of the bids received, sta
PMO12-07 be awarded to Compass Construction Resources Ltd. for t
exceed $1,271,440.00, plus a 10% contingency plus HST, as they a
meets TRCA specifications.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
The costs associated with Kortright Centre Retrofits will be off
2012-2017. The table below outlines the projected budgets for e
201220132014201520162017
Funder
($)($)($)($)($)($)
York Region (418-22)242,000255,000255,000260,000260,000270,000
Peel Region (425-01)175,000200,000200,000200,000200,000300,000
York Region (425-01)242,000250,000250,000250,000250,000250,000
Funding Subtotal659,000705,000705,000710,000710,000820,000
The Phase 2 Retrofit will require additional funding from the 20
over and beyond the 2012 budget. The reasoning behind this fina
any disruptions to the Kortright Centre programming such as gree
groups. The phases of the retrofit will be dependant on each ot
will be able to continue with its revenue generating operations
its clients. With the anticipated completion of the Phase 2 ret
will allow for the scheduling of Phase 3 of the retrofit without
business.
Additionally, the federal government has recently announced the C
Improvement Funding. Funding will be sought through this progra
the building and to restore the Campus trails to a state of good
2012 funds required are available in from the regions of York anAdditional funds
required to complete this project are identified in preliminary
Capital Budget requests to York and Peel regions in accounts 418
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Report prepared by: Aaron D'Souza, extension 5775
Emails: ajdsouza@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Derek Edwards, extension 5672
Emails: dedwards@trca.on.ca
Date: July 10, 2012
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RES.#A126/12 -MIMICO WATERFRONT PARK PROJECT (PHASE 2)
Contract RSD12-86. Award of Contract RSD12-86 for the supply and
installation of Decorative Pathway Lighting.
Moved by:Michael Di Biase
Seconded by:Dave Ryan
THAT Contract RSD12-86 for the supply and installation of Decora
to the Mimico Waterfront Park Project (Phase 2) and the Humber B
City of Toronto, be awarded to Stacey Electric Company for a tot
$248,387.40, plus a contingency amount of $25,000.00 to be expended as authorized by
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff, plus HST
bid meeting TRCA staff cost estimates and specifications;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized officials be directed to take the ne
implement the contract including the signing and execution of do
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The Mimico Waterfront Park Project (Phase 2) is located between
Bay West Park along the north shore of Lake Ontario, in the City
pathway lighting will be an important element that ties Mimico L
together with the surrounding city. Toronto Waterfront Revitaliz
authorized TRCA to assume a leadership role in the planning, des
the construction of the Mimico Waterfront Park Project (Phase 2)
The decorative pathway lighting will be used along Mimico Linear
provide the necessary light and aesthetics to the area. It will
Humber Bay West Park to replace the existing lighting fixtures t
scheme.
RATIONALE
Request for Quotation (RFQ) packages were sent to a total of nin
Sturdy Power Lines Ltd.;
Dilisado Enterprises;
Langley Utilities Contracting Ltd;
TBG Landscape Inc.;
Stacey Electric Company;
Black and McDonald;
Beacon Utilities Contractors;
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Guild Electric; and
Platinum Electric.
Tender RSD12-86 was publicly advertised on the electronic procur
http://www.biddingo.com/) on June 19, 2012. Tenders were opened
Committee Meeting #3/12, held on July 6, 2012, with the followin
Contract RSD12-86, Supply and installation of Decorative Pathway
TOTAL VALUE OF CONTRACT
BIDDERS(Plus HST)
Stacey Electric Company$248, 387.40
Platinum Electric
$253,895.00
Guild Electric
$257,530.00
Dilisado Enterprises
$315,750.00
TBG Landscape Inc.
$342,220.80
Beacon Utilities Contractors
$479,693.70
The Project Design Engineer (Stevenson Engineering) reviewed the
Stacey Electric Company and agrees with staff's review of the sa
value. Based on the bids received, staff recommend that Stacey E
Contract RSD12-86 for the supply and installation of Decorative
amount not to exceed $248,387.40, plus a contingency amount of $
as authorized by TRCA staff, plus HST, it being the lowest bid t
estimates and specifications.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Funds are available within account #205-90 from TWRC.
Report prepared by: Rudra Bissoon, 416-393-6336
Emails: rbissoon@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: James Dickie, 416-392-9702
Email: jdickie@trca.on.ca
Date: July 06, 2012
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RES.#A127/12 -CHERRY BEACH
Drainage Improvements. Approval to enter into an agreement with the
City of Toronto to complete the planning and design of drainage
improvements for Cherry Beach, City of Toronto.
Moved by:Michael Di Biase
Seconded by:Dave Ryan
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THAT approval be granted to enter into an agreement with the Cit
planning and design of drainage improvements for the roadway, tu
parking lot at Cherry Beach, in the City of Toronto;
THAT implementation be subject to funding from the City of Toron
conditions satisfactory to Toronto and Region Conservation Autho
THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take such action a
implement the approved projects, including obtaining needed appr
signing of contracts and execution of documents; and
AND FURTHER THAT the City of Toronto be so advised.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
TRCA has partnered with the City of Toronto for many years to pr
coordination of approvals and implementation services in support
environment projects throughout the City and across the Toronto
In 2006, the City formalized the process and requested TRCA to e
stipulated terms and conditions for the supply and delivery of p
accordance with an approved list of projects. The agreement also
which TRCA could invoice the City to recover costs for the servi
In November 2011, TRCA was approached by the City of Toronto Par
Forestry Department to provide the lead role in the planning to
turning circle and east parking lot to address deficiencies and
Cherry Beach.
TRCA staff submitted a proposal to the City outlining the approa
was approved by the City of TorontoÔs Parks, Recreation and Fore
SCOPE OF WORK
TRCA will be responsible for the overall project management incl
Retain the services of a professional geotechnical engineering f
Ontario land surveyor to assist with the planning and design of
Contract management of the successful consultants.
Manage the project schedule and budget.
Ensure the completion of all project deliverables.
Actively participate in meetings (including organization, attenda
preparation/distribution of meeting materials and minutes).
Provide details on project approvals as project progresses throu
process (including application(s) and notices).
If required, complete the restoration/landscape plan for the pro
The proposed consulting team will be responsible to complete the
Investigate and advise on drainage properties of existing soils,
recommendations for drainage improvements with respect to the de
design options.
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Investigate and advise on the geotechnical properties of existin
parking lots, and advise on design recommendations for the repai
surfaces (and prevention of future potholes), and roadway desig
Provide technical input into the construction/tender documentati
accepted design recommendations.
Recommend and execute a materials and compaction testing quality
during construction of park and drainage improvements.
RATIONALE
TRCA involvement in the planning and implementation of this proj
the history of cooperative project management between the City o
TRCA's specialized expertise in works of this type.
TRCA is recognized by the City of Toronto as being able to provi
of watershed related projects due to highly specialized expertis
required approvals and permits, facilitate community involvementAs
such, the City has requested that TRCA enter into an agreement t
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Works will proceed by TRCA staff once approval is given by City
of services will be conducted in accordance with TRCA's Purchasi
The total estimate value of work based on preliminary informatioAccount code
197-01 has been setup for this project. The full costs of the pr
the City of Toronto.
Report prepared by: Lindsay Prihoda, extension 5787
Emails: lprihoda@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Lindsay Prihoda, extension 5787
Emails: lprihoda@trca.on.ca
Date: July 05, 2012
Attachments: 1
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Attachment 1
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RES.#A128/12 -SUPPLY OF RENTAL RATES FOR OPERATED HEAVY
CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT AND DUMP TRUCKS
Contract Extension. Extension of Contract RSD11-25 for the Suppl
Rental Rates for Operated Heavy Construction Equipment and Dump
Trucks, for the period August 1, 2012 to March 31, 2013.
Moved by:Michael Di Biase
Seconded by:Dave Ryan
THAT Contract RSD11-25 for Supply of Rental Rates for Operated H
Equipment and Dump Trucks, awarded in 2011 to Sartor & Susin Ltd
August 1, 2012 to March 31, 2013 subject to terms, conditions an
satisfactory to Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA)
total cost of $3,200,000 plus HST, for a total estimated contrac
$6,000,000 plus HST.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #7/11, held on July 29, 2011, Resolution #A168/11 was approved, in part,
as follows:
THAT the Restoration Services Division utilize, as required, the services of Sartor and
Susin for the supply of operated heavy construction equipment an
period August 1, 2011 to July 31, 2012, be awarded to Sartor and Susin Limited, it being
the tender that bests meets Toronto and Region Conservation Auths (TRCA's)
requirements at a competitive cost;...
The current contract expiration date of July 31st is less than i
extremely busy for construction, and the potential disruption in
changing suppliers adds unnecessary risk to meeting project deli
risk, staff recommend that the current contract be extended to M
annual heavy equipment contract to commence April 1st annually t
traditionally less demanding of heavy equipment at TRCA given th
restrictions between April 1st and July 31st. A contract commencement date of April 1st also
aligns better with annual capital budget approvals, giving staff
equipment needs when preparing the new tender documents.
Sartor & Susin Ltd. have agreed to a contract extension and have
request for an increase of three percent (3%) to all unit rates
operating costs should the contract be extended on August 1st.
RATIONALE
TRCA and Sartor & Susin Ltd. have worked together on numerous su
than 25 years, and through the tendering process, Sartor & Susin
provided the lowest unit rates with a broad spectrum of equipmen
During this long-standing relationship Sartor & Susin Ltd. has a
TRCA's changes in scheduling, scope and equipment needs to help
time and on budget.
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Staff has reviewed the proposed new rate structure, in conjuncti
over the past year, and are satisfied that the requested three p
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Under the existing contract, Sartor & Susin Ltd. will have suppl
heavy equipment services to TRCA between August 1, 2011 and July
review of Restoration Services' tentative construction schedule
March 31, 2013, the estimated value of this contract extension i
determined based on an average annual monthly expenditure in hea
x eight months, plus the addition of a special project approved A2/12 at
Authority Meeting #1/12, held on February 24, 2012 (Armouring of the Flood Protection
Landform at the West Don Lands) which is estimated to require up
equipment alone between August 1st and October 31, 2012, plus a
additional work that may be identified during the extension peri
or decrease in workload will have an impact on the value of this
operated equipment is rented on an "as required" basis with no m
hours guaranteed.
Report prepared by: Rudra Bissoon, 416-393-6336
Emails: rbissoon@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: James Dickie, 416-392-9702
Emails: jdickie@trca.on.ca
Date: June 29, 2012
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RES.#A129/12 -COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT FUND
Project endorsement to meet Community Infrastructure Improvement
Fund application requirements.
Moved by:Ben Cachola
Seconded by:Jack Heath
WHEREAS the federal government has announced the Community Infra
Improvement Fund (CIIF), a funding program for the renovation an
community infrastructure between April 1, 2012 and March 31, 201
AND WHEREAS project applications must be duly authorized or endo
of the Authority and submitted as a component of the application
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT Toronto and Region Conservatio
(TRCA) submit funding applications to the CIIF program for the f
Kortright Centre For Conservation Retrofit, Municipal Water Conn
Plan;
Black Creek Pioneer Village Emergency Preparedness Infrastructur
Communication IT Services and Upgrades across all TRCA Facilitie
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Petticoat Creek Aquatic Facility Enhancements;
Accessibility Upgrades at all TRCA Facilities;
Claremont Field Centre Accessibility and Energy Efficiency Retro
Albion Hills Conservation Area Road Upgrades;
Bolton Camp Recreation Centre Revitalization;
Arsenal Building Renovation;
AND FURTHER THAT TRCA staff report to the Authority for addition
required.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
First announced in Economic Action Plan 2012, the Community Infr
Fund provides $150 million for the repair and improvement of com
across Canada. Eligible projects include expansion of existing c
facilities such as community centres, recreational buildings, lo
other community facilities. This will improve the quality of com
economic benefits, including support for job creation, in commun
FedDev Ontario is delivering the CIIF in Ontario with an allocat
years. Applications are being accepted for projects in Ontario until Augt 24, 2012.
Under CIIF, eligible recipients may receive a non-repayable cont
eligible costs of an infrastructure project, with recipients pro
However, priority may be given to those projects that require a
percent. Eligible recipients may receive contributions of up to
total funding from all federal sources will not exceed 50 percen
Eligible projects must be substantially completed by March 31, 2
Project applications must be duly authorized or endorsed by a bo
must be submitted at the time of the application.
TRCA staff would like to submit applications for the following p
projects be ranked in terms of priority for a submitting agency,
as full project applications are developed. Project names, deta
provided below are preliminary and may be updated as staff work
process.
Kortright Centre For Conservation Retrofit, Municipal Water Conn
Upgrade and enhance existing facilities as follows with the aim
facilities of the Kortright Centre:
retrofit of the Kortright Visitor Centre;
installation of municipal water servicing; and
upgrade and reconfiguration of existing trail systems and learni
learning activities related to renewable energy, biodiversity an
The Shared Path/Le Sentier Partag: Discovery Walk
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The budget for this project is approximately $3,000,000. TRCA i
of $1,000,000 from the CIIF for this project. Planning for this
$2,000,000 funding secured from Peel and York regions.
Black Creek Pioneer Village Emergency Preparedness Infrastructur
Improve emergency preparedness at Black Creek Pioneer Village to
infrastructure, staff and visitors as well as reduce the potenti
undertaking the following:
installation of a generator at the Visitors Centre to reduce imp
public safety of the more than 135,000 visitors annually; and hi
products that must be maintained in a climate controlled setting
staff training in, emergency procedures and protocols, and purch
equipment.
The budget for this project is $250,000. TRCA is seeking 50% con
CIIF. Remainder of the funding is available through Black Creek
Budget through the City of Toronto.
Communication IT Services and Upgrades across all TRCA Facilitie
This project involves upgrades to the computing power and networ
across all TRCA facilities in order to drive: employee productiv
service to clients; and cost effectiveness; through improved com
consolidated databases, e-government website services and proces
The budget for this project is $1,170,000. TRCA is seeking 50% c
the CIIF. The remainder of the funds are available through TRCA'
budgets.
Petticoat Creek Aquatic Facility Enhancements
Construction of Petticoat Creek Aquatic Facility was completed i
the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) and Ontario Recrea
TRCA reserve funds. Several design components of the facility we
project due to budget constraints. The TRCA submission for Petti
Enhancements will include:
retrofit of existing snack bar building;
replacement of existing playground facility;
installation of a central shade structure and two smaller struct
installation of additional water play features in the splash poo
The budget for this project is $600,000. TRCA is seeking a 50% c
the CIIF and will work jointly with our municipal partners and o
the required funds.
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Accessibility Upgrades at all TRCA Facilities
TRCA is committed to improving opportunities for persons with di
their involvement in the identification, removal and prevention
preclude them from visiting TRCA facilities. One in six Canadian
comprising a significant portion of the consumer market. Further
Boomer generation, the percentage of the population requiring ba
facilities is likely to increase in the next decade. Therefore,
removal of barriers at TRCA facilities provides opportunities fo
learning activities by a larger segment of the population, and a
revenue generation.
All proposed upgrades and retrofits will follow the City of Toron
Guidelines and be in compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Co
Accessibility retrofits will meet the following
Disabilities Act and the Ontario Building Code.
objectives:
make approaching, entering and using buildings and structures ea
accessible design must address a wide variety of internal and ex
provide an equivalent level of life safety for everyone, includi
building and communicating in an emergency; and
emphasize dignity and independence, providing those features tha
function in their day to day activities.
Scope of work will include:
establish barrier-free access trails and paths to existing washr
across all TRCA locations;
create accessible camping areas and adjacent facilities; and
retrofit existing washroom facilities to meet accessibility stan
The budget for this project is $500,000. TRCA is seeking a 50% c
the CIIF. TRCA is currently pursuing other grant applications as
municipal partners for the remainder of the funds.
Claremont Field Centre Accessibility and Energy Efficiency Retro
Renovation and retrofit of Claremont Field Centre to provide bar
various levels of ability (physical, visual and auditory) to out
redevelopment of outdoor education assets, including wetlands, p
dynamics course and associated trails; and
retrofit and renovation of Claremont Field Centre building.
In addition, improvements will be made to the building envelope
environmental performance, thereby reducing the climate change i
Centre and improve visitor comfort, while providing a learning o
on climate change.
The budget for this project is $380,000. TRCA is seeking a 50%
the CIIF. Planning for this project is underway with funding av
Centre Operating Major Maintenance Account, Public Use Capital a
Foundation (proceeds from Sunny Days for Conservation).
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Albion Hills Conservation Area Road Upgrades
Albion Hills Conservation Area requires significant road upgradesk
as many are in a state of disrepair and pose a health and safety
Works include paving or repaving auxiliary roads at the conserva
The budget for this project is $450,000. TRCA is seeking a 50% c
the CIIF. Remainder of the funding is available through the Regi
Bolton Camp Recreation Centre Revitalization
Upgrade and enhance existing recreation facilities as follows at
Town of Caledon in order to kick start the efforts of TRCA and i
re-establishing a recreation use at this significant community a
upgrade the ÓDining HallÔ and gymnasium to allow for barrier-fre
buildings to a usable state; and
recreation infrastructure upgrades including pool retrofit, repl
changerooms to meet Ontario Disability Act Standards, turf sport
nature trail enhancements.
The budget for this project is $1,200,000. TRCA is seeking a 33
from the CIIF. Remainder of the funding of $800,000 is identifi
Region of Peel and City of Toronto.
Arsenal Building Renovation
The Arsenal Building has been designated by City of Mississauga Ontario Heritage
Act. The Lakeview Legacy Foundation, created by a group of local r
adaptive reuse opportunities for the building. Future uses prop
Foundation include:
Arts: with artists in residence and others sharing studio/display
Culture: with programming to celebrate culture in Mississauga;
Heritage: to commemorate the role of the site and building histo
Science: to examine brownfield sites in relation to culture and
In order to accommodate such use, this heritage structure needs
prevented from further deterioration, therefore requiring the fo
replacement or improvement of the heating, plumbing, electrical
systems;
replacement the roof on the rear portion of the building and oth
abatement of existing asbestos.
The budget for this project is $3,000,000. TRCA is seeking 33.3%
from the CIIF. $2,000,000 has been requested from the Region of
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
TRCA staff will submit CIIF funding applications for the aforeme
2012. Approved projects will be presented to the Authority for further
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Report prepared by: Kate Pankov, extension 6418
Emails: kpankov@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Kate Pankov, extension 6418
Emails: kpankov@trca.on.ca
Date: July 13, 2012
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RES.#A130/12 -TORONTO AND REGION REMEDIAL ACTION PLAN
Renewal of Toronto and Region Remedial Action Plan agreements
between Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, Environment
Canada and the Ontario Ministry of the Environment, respectively
Moved by:Michael Di Biase
Seconded by:Dave Ryan
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff cont
federal and provincial representatives to finalize the 2012-2013
(RAP) agreements between TRCA and Environment Canada and the Ont
the Environment, respectively;
AND FURTHER THAT staff continue to work with the Toronto and Reg
Plan (RAP) team, federal, provincial and municipal staff, the ac
environmental non-governmental organizations and others to imple
RAP workplan and advance RAP objectives.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The Toronto and Region Remedial Action Plan was instituted in re
designation of Toronto and Region as a Great Lakes Area of ConceAOC). The AOC
designation was one of 42 (later 43) made by the International J
and Region AOC consists of six watersheds stretching from the Ro
Etobicoke Creek in the west.
Under the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement (GLWQA) and Canada
(COA), Environment Canada (EC) and the Ontario Ministry of the E
responsibility for ensuring progress on the Great Lakes AOCs. S
administration of the Toronto and Region RAP under agreements wi
Management of the Toronto and Region RAP is undertaken by repres
the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) and TRCA.
On June 13, 2009, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Ca
Lawrence Cannon announced their intention to renegotiate the GLW
into effect in 1978, and was last amended in 1987 - the time at
remedial action plans were introduced through GLWQA Annex 2. T
GLWQA is currently ongoing, and Conservation Ontario has been in
the associated GLWQA public consultation processes.
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On March 31, 2010, the 2007-2010 COA expired, as did the respect
As the GLWQA is the agreement on
agreements between TRCA and EC and MOE, respectively.
which COA negotiations are predicated, the federal and provincia
deferred the renegotiation of a subsequent COA. Instead, the go
2007-2010 COA over the 2010-2011 and 2011-2012 federal/provincia
maintained program scope and funding at existing levels. Remedia
delivery in the 2012-2013 fiscal year is anticipated to be suppo
a four-year, $1,000,000 agreement with EC, as well as a single y
the MOE.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
The activities of the Remedial Action Plan 2012-2013 fiscal year
2011-2012. The first of these milestones was the re-designation
environmental degradation, or Beneficial Use Impairments (BUIs),
AssessmentÒ to ÑNot ImpairedÒ. At the completion of the RAP Stage 1 report in 1989, Toronto
and Region was deemed to be ÑImpairedÒ for eight BUIs, as well a
research on three Beneficial Use Impairements. Three additional
ImpairedÒ. Additional assessment, research, analysis and public review were
2011-2012 for two of the three Beneficial Use Impairments that r
Fish Tumours or Other Deformities; and Bird or Animal Deformitie
The research results indicated that these Beneficial Uses were N
and Region AOC; their respective changes in status to ÑNot Impai
re-designations for the Toronto and Region Remedial Action Plan.
A second milestone attained in 2011-2012 was the launch of a revi
against which the remaining Beneficial Use Impairments will be c
ImpairedÒ. The existing criteria were set forth in the 1994 RAP Clean Waters,
Clear Choices. The review of these criteria involves a public consultation p
by dialogue with academic and agency technical experts. The ant
proceedings will be updated targets based on indicators of both
program implementation - these targets will outline an ambitious
toward delisting Toronto and Region as an Area of Concern by 202
Current Remedial Action Plan Initiatives
The TRCA RAP workplan for 2012-2013 was approved at the RAP Team
2012. The 2012-2013 workplan is similar to those of previous ye
resources being directed toward the Sustainable Technologies Eva
Regional Watershed Monitoring Program (RWMP), habitat initiative
education and outreach programs. Collectively these programs re
supporting Low Impact Development (LID), stormwater management,
environmental monitoring of the AOC.
The City of Toronto Don River and Central Waterfront Project (We
Master Plan Implementation) continues to constitute an important
Toronto and Region AOC.
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In collaboration with TRCA and Conservation Ontario, in 2012-201
has contributed, and will continue to contribute, feedback as re
6, 2012, MOE draft Bill 100: An Act to protect and restore the Great Lakes Ï St. Lawrence Rive
Basin and draft Great Lakes Strategy. If passed, this Act could represent significant opportunity
for the protection and restoration of the Great Lakes, and Great
thereof.
The Remedial Action Plan will also continue to fund a public out
Ontario Evenings (LOE) Ï throughout 2012-2013. The LOE program
the mandate to provide casual public venues in which attendees c
questions of experts on issues currently faced by Lake Ontario.
events to date, and the audience and media response have been su
maintain this initiative through 2012-2013.
Challenges for the Future
As noted above, federal and provincial support of the RAP in 2012
resources to that provided in recent years. While the review an
provide realistic and achievable endpoints for the Toronto and R
only be met and the Toronto and Region be delisted as an Area of
financial commitments by all levels of government.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
TRCA funding for RAP initiatives in 2012-2013 will be provided b
TRCA and EC ($250,000), and TRCA and MOE ($250,000). Project pr
TRCA apply to the Toronto and Region RAP team for funds, and the
developed on the basis of these proposals. It is anticipated th
and MOE will be for one year and will expire on March 31, 2013;
Environment Canada was implemented in July 2011 and will expire
In addition to dedicated RAP funds, certain TRCA projects (e.g.
Program) also receive funding through municipal capital funding,
Lakes Sustainability Fund which also advances RAP objectives.
Report prepared by: Stephanie Hawkins, extension 5576
Emails: shawkins@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Meg St John, extension 5576
Emails: mstjohn@trca.on.ca
Date: May 03, 2012
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RES.#A131/12 -HIGHLAND CREEK WATERSHED GREENING PROJECTS UPDATE
To report on current Highland Creek watershed greening projects
recent accomplishments.
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Moved by:Michael Di Biase
Seconded by:Dave Ryan
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff be d
work with the Highland Creek watershed communities and City of T
and implement Neighbourhood Greening Plan projects;
THAT staff continue to apply for external funding to support the
Neighbourhood Greening projects;
THAT staff apply the Neighbourhood Greening Project planning and
engagement approach to other areas of the Highland Watershed as
THAT the final Neighbourhood Greening Plans be circulated to the
partner organizations and made available to the public on TRCAÔs
THAT the Ontario Trillium Foundation be thanked for their genero
the Highland Creek Watershed Neighbourhood Greening Project poss
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to report back to the Authori
the Greening Strategy as appropriate.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The Highland is an Ñurban creekÒ with more than 85 kilometres of
area of 102 square kilometres. It is located primarily within t
with its northern-most limits within the City of Markham. Where
nearly 100 percent forested, it is now 85 percent developed and
Due to intense pressures from urbanization, the watercourses and
Highland Creek watershed are affected by compromised water quali
storm flows, and degradation of terrestrial natural heritage. On
wetlands remain.
While the Highland Creek watershed has been extensively develope
wetlands and meadows provide habitat for a range of wildlife, pa
system south of Highway 401 which includes Morningside Park, Ced
Danforth Park and StephensonÔs Swamp at the mouth of the creek.
watercourses have been buried or channelized as land was develop
Highway 401.
The Highland Creek watershed is the only remaining watershed wit
jurisdiction that has not undergone a comprehensive process to de
watershed strategy to address the multiple issues and opportunit
watersheds.
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A State of the Watershed Report was completed by TRCA and City of
watershed in 1999, that provided a comprehensive document on the
heritage conditions of the Highland Creek watershed and an asses
environmental and related social conditions. The report also pr
management of the Highland watershed.
The City of Toronto's Wet Weather Flow Master Plan (WWFMP), adop
an excellent basis to address a number of serious water quality
across the City of Toronto, including the Highland watershed. S
WWFMP, the City proceeded with a geomorphology study of the High
infrastructure and improve fish habitat. The objectives of this
Systems Master Implementation Plan are to:
gain a detailed understanding of the Highland Creek system;
reduction in risk to public health and safety;
enhancement of channel stability;
preservation/enhancement of fisheries habitat; and
prioritization of works and management of capital and operationa
The August 19, 2005 storm had a significant impact on Highland C
erosion, damage to Toronto Water infrastructure and private prop
creek bed from ongoing stormwater erosion led to exposure and da
crossing in Morningside Park requiring Toronto Water to undertak
simultaneously working on the comprehensive Geomorphic Systems M
Plan for 40 valley segments across the watershed.
At Authority Meeting #7/07 TRCA staff provided an update on the C
Master Plan studies and design process to implement channel restAuthority
direction to develop a Highland Creek Watershed Greening Strateg
Resolution #A207/07, in part, as follows:
...THAT the City of Toronto be requested to explore opportunitie
Highland Creek valley system by restoring natural habitat, reconnecting the channel to
the floodplain and improving the trails and other recreational a
development of a comprehensive Greening Strategy for the Highlan;...
In 2009 a TRCA capital budget request, supported by the City of
develop a Greening Strategy to integrate various TRCA and City o
plans. The Greening Strategy was to serve as a restoration stra
Geomorphic Systems Master Implementation Plan. TRCA and City st
undertaking the development of the Greening Strategy, and associ
Habitat Implementation Plan and Aquatic Habitat Management Plan,
Geomorphic Systems Master Implementation Plan was complete.
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In early 2011, the City of Toronto completed the Highland Creek
Implementation Plan under the Municipal Class EA Master Planning
identified geomorphic and aquatic habitat-based solutions to man
channelization and excessive stormwater run-off in the stream ch
watershed. TRCA staff provided technical input to the plan inclu
of the study area, York-Peel-Durham-Toronto Groundwater model and TRCAÔs base flow
measurements comparisons, and an assessment of potential terrest
result of the proposed valley segment works. Key recommendation
The study confirms the Wet Weather Flow Master Plan study findin
intervention is the necessary solution to resolve stream restora
A variety of solutions that vary in scale are needed to address p
protection and aquatic habitat issues, ranging from stream reali
complete channel reconstruction to site scale repairs and channe
A limited number of opportunities for end-of-pipe facilities exis
These solutions would be implemented over the next two to three
With the City of TorontoÔs Highland Creek Geomorphic Systems Mas
TRCA staff moved forward with development of a work plan for the
establishing goals and objectives, and compiling updated existin
Community engagement and education efforts also commenced throug
Foundation funded Highland Watershed Neighbourhood Greening Proj
Greening Strategy
An internal steering committee of TRCA and City of Toronto staff s, Forestry and
Recreation, and Toronto Water worked to develop and refine the f
of the Greening Strategy:
Goal:
The goal of the Highland Watershed Greening Strategy is to provi
action plan to enhance the Highland Creek valley system and over
strategy will complement the City of TorontoÔs Highland Creek Ge
Implementation Plan and focus on urban stormwater management and
heritage system improvements. The target audience is landowners
planners, community groups and residents. It will address City o
including:
Wet Weather Flow Management Master Plan;
Remedial Action Plan for the Toronto Area of Concern;
Terrestrial Natural Heritage System Strategy and Urban Tree Cano
Aquatic Habitat Management Plan;
Climate Change Clean Air and Sustainable Energy Action Plan;
The Living City Objectives.
Additional elements such as opportunities for green energy and thf
the watershed will also be considered.
Objectives:
provide input to restoration requirements associated with the Ci
Systems Master Plan Implementation Project;
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identify opportunities to:
protect and restore natural aquatic and terrestrial habitat and
reconnect the channel to the floodplain;
manage stormwater to protect people and health of streams and ri
address flooding and erosion through greening actions;
protect and improve surface and groundwater quality;
improve trail connections and recreational amenities;
apply climate change mitigation and adaptation measures;
provide recommendations to retrofit infill and redevelopment pro
apply innovative approaches and sustainable technologies;
concentrate and integrate efforts in strategic areas where multi
plans, policies and practices can be met;
support and build the capacity of landowners, land managers, com
residents to understand and implement greening initiatives, thro
stewardship, partnerships, social marketing and demonstration pr
recognize the diverse population in the watershed and work to en
communities in the Highland; and
gauge success and evaluate the effectiveness of implemented proj
A workplan was developed identifying three key phases of work: P
Characterization, Phase 2 - Analysis and Evaluation of Options, and Phase 3 - Development of
the Greening Strategy. A Public, Partner and Stakeholder Involvement Strategy was also
developed with ongoing consultation with City of Toronto departm
such as Ministry of Natural Resources and Hydro One. Currently,
Characterization is near completion and includes an update of ex
using best available data, a Restoration Opportunities Plan, an
Plan, identification of urban tree canopy enhancement opportunit
lot level stormwater management.
Phase 2 - Analysis and Evaluation of Options, is commencing in summer 2012
priority restoration and strategic implementation actions throug
findings of the various Phase 1 study components.
Key next steps include reconvening the internal steering committ
restoration opportunities and recommendations, develop a draft i
a draft Greening Strategy for review by partners and stakeholder
sessions to present the strategy to the larger watershed communi
available the Highland Creek Watershed Greening Strategy. The
anticipated to be completed in 2013.
It should be noted that in addition to the technical study compo
community interests, constraints and opportunities are being exp
in the Greening Strategy through the two-year Highland Creek Wat
Greening Project and the development of Neighbourhood Greening P
areas of the watershed.
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Neighbourhood Greening Project
In 2010 TRCA received $131,000 over two years from the Ontario T
Highland Creek Watershed Neighbourhood Greening Project. The ob
build the capacity of communities in three neighbourhoods to add
Highland Creek watershed Ï urban stormwater run-off and degradat
heritage systems. Further, the project aids in building our und
communities, and identifying opportunities for stewardship proje
Strategy initiatives.
ResidentsÔ interests have also included greening initiatives suc
conservation and waste reduction/management and are being incorp
through the Greening Plans and connecting residents with existin
municipality and others.
The project:
uses education and engagement activities to build capacity of co
vision for neighbourhood greening activities in the Highland Cre
has developed Neighbourhood Greening Concept Plans for three foc
watershed; and
is establishing ÓGreen TeamsÔ and resources for each of the thre
concept plans forward to the planning and implementation stage.
The three pilot project areas in the Highland Creek are the neig
Park, Cedarbrook Park and Morningside Park.
A strength of the project is its collaborative nature, including
ACORN Canada;
Centennial College;
Centennial College Student Association Ï Environmental Student S
Curran Hall Community Association;
City of Toronto - Parks, Forestry and Recreation and Toronto Wat
Live Green Toronto; and
Toronto Chinese for Ecological Living.
Key deliverables of the project include:
development of community-supported Neighbourhood Greening Plans
project areas of the watershed, through a series of community ba
establishment of Green Teams to help drive identified projects f
to implementation stages;
a Neighbourhood Greening Resources guide as a companion piece to
compiling local resources for residents to aid them in taking ac
survey of residents of the three pilot project areas to better u
concerns, opportunities, constraints and outreach mechanisms;
a Community Characterization Report, based on surveys, interview
leaders, Toronto Neighbourhood and Priority Neighbourhood data,
development of a self-guided interpretive walk for Milliken Park
communications materials including an informational brochure on
programs, a biannual Highland Highlights e-newsletter, and websi
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over 30 community stewardship events, such as tree plantings, wo
with original and new community partners.
The Neighbourhood Greening Plans developed for the three pilot p
other TRCA community action site plans such as the Don watershed
concept site plans and Humber River watershed planÔs community a
Sustainable Neighbourhood Retrofit Action Plans (SNAPs) represen
technically detailed planning process. The Neighbourhood Greeni
high level plans for future, more comprehensive SNAP-type projec
interest levels.
In addition to the deliverables noted above, significant added v
as a result of the project to date. TRCAÔs presence, working in
partners has increased communitiesÔ ecological literacy and unde
watershed issues and related solutions, identified watershed cha
City of Toronto to advocate for implementation of greening proje
an effective door-to-door and personalized outreach method to en
and workshops, increased our understanding of Scarborough commun
initiatives beyond the scope of the Neighbourhood Greening Proje
Scarborough Butterfly Trail and a Friends of Birkdale Ravine gro
Key next steps include sourcing additional funding for the imple
priority projects of the Neighbourhood Greening Plans, continued
through working with Green Team members, work with City of Toro
community based projects, and the application of the Neighbourho
other watershed communities. Funding applications for these fut
planned for fall 2012.
Copies of the Neighbourhood Greening Plans will be available at Authority
meeting.
Related Projects
Scarborough Centre Butterfly Trail
The Habitat Implementation Plan developed for the Greening Strat
hydro corridors in the Highland to identify potential habitat re
to the more detailed plans for the Scarborough Centre Butterfly
restoration project is designed to improve the environmental int
Corridor, particularly meadow habitat, with a pilot project phas
between McCowan and Brimley roads. The site will be restored, f
to meadow habitat including native wildflowers, grasses, shrub n
Future phases of work are planned pending availability of fundin
with City of Toronto, Hydro One and the Rural Lambton Stewardshi
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Friends of Birkdale Ravine
Through community engagement initiatives as part of the Neighbou
interest from the Midland Park Community Association in establis
Ravine group was raised. Interests include habitat enhancement
awareness initiatives, and garnering support for implementation
TRCA, along with City of Toronto staff, attended the initial Fri
meeting to provide input and identify areas of potential support
local councillor about habitat restoration project opportunities
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Funds for finalizing the Greening Strategy and undertaking imple
are available in the Highland Creek Valley and Stream Greening P
2012-2022 Toronto capital budget. In addition, the Greening St
directing restoration actions that will be required as Toronto W
Flow Management Master Plan and the Geomorphic Systems Master Im
through the Environmental Assessment and Ontario Regulation 166/
Staff will also seek additional funding opportunities to continu
implementation of Neighbourhood Greening Plan projects through t
processes, in collaboration with City of Toronto departments and
funding sources, including partnerships and in kind resources.
Report prepared by: Keri McMahon, extension 5243
Emails: kmcmahon@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Keri McMahon, extension 5243,
Adele Freeman, extension 5238
Emails: kmcmahon@trca.on.ca, afreeman@trca.on.ca
Date: July 6, 2012
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RES.#A132/12 -BUILDING RESEARCH ESTABLISHMENT
Partnership Memorandum of Understanding. Authorization to enter into a
Memorandum of Understanding with Building Research Establishment
and to develop a business plan for a Canadian innovation park.
Moved by:Michael Di Biase
Seconded by:Dave Ryan
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) enter into
Understanding (MOU) with the Building Research Establishment (BR
research, education and training initiatives;
THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary
agreement;
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AND FURTHER THAT TRCA be authorized to spend up to $50,000.00 to
development of a business plan for a Canadian innovation park to
Living City Campus at Kortright, subject to funding being availa
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
With over 90 years of building research to its credit, BRE is a
consultancy, training, testing and certification organization de
innovation across the built environment and beyond. Headquarter
BRE is owned by BRE Trust, a registered charity. Profits earned
are used to conduct key research projects that benefit the const
society.
The following is a list of services offered by BRE:
Consultancy Ï help to create safe and healthy, high quality, cost effective
communities and businesses, while meeting legislative, client, s
requirements at every stage of the project.
Research Ï an ability to generate new knowledge to tackle today's challen
Provision of information needed to underpin national building re
develop and use new and improved processes and products.
Testing - with an extraordinary range of cutting-edge facilities, BRE c
performance of everything from individual products to whole buil
Innovation Ï BREÔs specialized knowledge of the built environment, combine
research and development capabilities, can help bring new ideas
Sustainability Ï BRE can help clients reduce environmental impacts of buildings
communities and businesses at all stages, from planning and desi
refurbishment, to end of life disposal.
Trainingand Events Ï a very wide range of training courses, seminars and conferenc
are offered by BRE experts.
In October, 2011 BRE Canada was launched with an aim to:
improve the quality of the economic, environmental and social le
generations;
help Canada be more competitive internationally;
partner with Canadian industry, government and education to adva
innovation for the built environment;
innovate, test and showcase best practices, new methods and cons
through the development of a BRE Canada Innovation Park;
bring world-class expertise to Canada;
influence consumer behavior through improved awareness.
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The development of innovation parks is at the core of BREÔs busi
established the first Innovation Park in Watford, England. Its
mini-community test bed for architects, designers, planners, man
producers and technology suppliers where they could try out thei
them in the real world. Encouraged by the success in Watford,
additional innovation parks in the UK (Scotland and Wales) and a
innovation parks across the world in places such as China, Mexic
provide inspiration, demonstration and innovation for the local
each country. The innovation parks have helped shape national s
supported manufacturers to develop new products, taught designer
build more sustainable buildings, supported companies to sell th
helped over 50,000 people live in a more environmentally conscio
RATIONALE
TRCA staff has met with BRE representatives on a number of occas
for partnership opportunities recognizing there is a mutual inte
sustainable building industry. TRCA and BRE have drafted a Memo
to formalize this partnership between the two organizations base
vision:
To support sustainable economic development and to influence
environmental change in Canada through high quality and sustaina
form, innovative construction methods and materials and the adoption of
clear and challenging standards that improve the quality of life
live and work in the region.
This partnership, the first of its kind between BRE and a Canadi
significant milestone in the future of the built environment in As outlined in the
Memorandum of Understanding, both parties will work to address t
the built environment covering issues such as sustainable develo
enterprise and wealth creation, green jobs, skills and training.
Both parties will collaborate on the following key areas of busi
development of an Innovation Park to demonstrate the latest inno
new and existing buildings and further demonstration opportuniti
construction process, renewable energy and quality of place;
collaborate on the role out of BREEAM (Building Research Establi
Assessment Methodology) within Ontario;
collaborate on education and training;
collaborate on research activities.
Both parties will collaborate on the following key areas of rese
low carbon construction technologies;
sustainable building materials;
sustainable construction standards such as BREEAM;
green building science;
low impact development/sustainable urban drainage system;
low water and energy housing;
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sustainable communities;
healthy indoor environments;
renewable energy.
At this time, BRE Canada is in the beginning stages of planning a
It will become part of the BRE Innovation Park Network which aim
partnerships and unlock export opportunities between countries aA BRE
Canada Innovation Park will bridge trial concepts to large scale
showcase construction innovation and emerging technologies and d
and affordable sustainability can be. Through this process, BRE
Canadian organizations to innovate, test and showcase best pract
materials suited to the Canadian built environment.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
A total of $60,000 is required to fund the business planning exercise, inc
a business model and market testing. BRE has committed $10,000 i
process and TRCA is currently seeking partners to contribute to At this
time the Earth Rangers Foundation has committed $10,000 and Roxu
$5,000. An additional $10,000 has been committed from TRCA's Community Tr
Program budget. TRCA staff is currently seeking additional fund
project, including the Region of York, the City of Vaughan and o
This project is consistent with the objectives of The Living Cit
Development Program and the balance of business planning cost wi
account.
Report prepared by: Patricia Lewis, 289-268-3903
Emails: plewis@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Glenn MacMillan, 289-268-3901
Emails: gmacmillan@trca.on.ca
Date: July 05, 2012
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RES.#A133/12 -DRAFT GREAT LAKES STRATEGY AND PROPOSED GREAT LAKES
PROTECTION ACT, 2012
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority comments on the Draft
Lakes Strategy and the proposed Great Lakes Protection Act, 2012
Moved by:Colleen Jordan
Seconded by:Mujeeb Khan
WHEREAS the Province of Ontario is seeking comments on the Draft
Strategy and Draft Bill 100: An Act to protect and restore the G
River Basin (short title, Great Lakes Protection Act, 2012);
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AND WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) has
comments regarding the Draft Great Lakes Strategy and the propos
Protection Act, 2012 to Conservation Ontario;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT the comments on the Draft Grea
Strategy and the proposed Great Lakes Protection Act, 2012 be fo
of the Environment and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
municipalities.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The Province of Ontario is seeking feedback from Ontarians on th
(EBR011-6418) and the proposed Great Lakes Protection Act, 2012 (EBR 0116461). The two
proposals are currently posted for a 62-day public review and co
2012 to August 7, 2012. All comments received in this review period will be considered as
of the decision-making process. Comments are not intended to rep
will be undertaken on any potential legislative, regulatory or o
Draft Great Lakes Strategy
The Minister of the Environment, following consultation with oth
developed the Draft Great Lakes Strategy. The scope of the Draft
quality, water quantity, aquatic ecosystem health, climate chang
environmentally sustainable economic development opportunities.
explains why action is needed on the Great Lakes by identifying
issues and socioeconomic opportunities;
provides an overview of OntarioÔs Great Lakes accomplishments an
Great Lakes protection framework;
outlines key elements of the proposed Great Lakes Protection Act
organizes future actions around six Great Lakes Goals to protect
Lakes and St. Lawrence River.
The Draft Strategy is proposed as an adaptive, evolving document
cycle.
Great Lakes Protection Act
The Minister of the Environment met with and heard from municipa
communities, environmental experts and stakeholders including in
tourism sector, to obtain their views about the issues facing th
Basin. In response to the comments received, the government intr Great Lakes
Protection Act, 2012. The proposed Act would empower the province to take targeted a
improve water quality, and protect coastlines, beaches and wetla
helping to attain Great Lakes that are drinkable, swimmable, and fishable.
The purposes of the proposed Act are to protect and restore the
Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin, and to create opportunities for
become involved in its protection and restoration.
Purposes of the Act also include:
to protect human health and well being through the protection an
ecological health of the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin;
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to protect and restore wetlands and beaches and other coastal ar
Lawrence River Basin;
to protect and restore the natural habitats and biodiversity of
River Basin;
to advance science relating to existing and emerging stressors,
that improves understanding and management of the Great Lakes-St
Basin; and
to enrich the quality of life in communities in the Great Lakes-
through support of environmentally sustainable economic opportun
through environmentally sustainable use of natural resources.
The proposed Act was introduced in the Legislature on June 6, 20
RATIONALE
TRCA staff reviewed the Draft Great Lakes Strategy and the propo Great Lakes Protection
Act, 2012 and is generally supportive and encouraged by the potential the
Lakes protection and restoration.
1.Although the Draft Strategy and Act make reference to the scientio
collaborative and science-based decision-making, neither of thes
clear processes through which science-based decision making, and
local, regional or watershed plans and associated expertise, are
recommends that the Draft Strategy and Act more clearly articula
process through which priorities, metrics and response timescale
restorative actions will be established.
2.Neither the Draft Strategy nor Act articulates the mechanism by
desirable end-points (ÑrestoredÒ) conditions of the Great Lakes
endpoints of Ódrinkable, swimmable, fishable) might be identifie
under which these conditions might be reasonably achieved. In th
contexts, it will be difficult if not impossible to provide obje
Ógreatest needÔ areas or issues, and/or the requisite physical,
initiatives required to achieve the desired yet undefined end st
3.TRCA strongly advocates that both the Draft Strategy and the Act
science-based understanding of specific and particular physical,
biological processes at play within each of the Great Lakes. Suc
the StrategyÔs and ActÔs stated objectives requires a science-ba
each LakeÔs limits of carrying capacity, resilience, productivit
Such an understanding includes the recognition and reconciliatio
side abatement efforts may or may not result in meaningful lake
the inability of the Great Lakes to accommodate all current huma
maintain ecosystem health. It is from science-based understandin
and Act might best be used to curtail activities that push the G
beyond their ecosystemic limits, and to use any observed proximi
reasonable and appropriate mechanism for identifying areas of gr
concern.
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4.TRCA supports the reference made in the Act and Draft Strategy t
Infrastructure and Low Impact Development. TRCA recommends that
continued and expanded.
5.TRCA recommends that more direct emphasis be placed on urban wat
regeneration actions within the Focus areas for action, particul
Significant proportions of GTA watersheds have already been urba
a required focus. Retrofit areas provide an ideal site for testi
and approaches as, in contrast to Greenfield settings, there is
considerable advantage) to the application of innovative technol
TRCA recommends that the Strategy consider a specific action are
and advocates for integrated, multi-objective approach to projec
as TRCAÔs Sustainable Neighborhood Retrofit Action Plan or Partn
initiative).
6.TRCA recommends that the watershed, and watershed based activiti
recognized and articulated throughout the Draft Strategy and Act
7.TRCA applauds the apparent shift in responsibility for Great Lak
control to a shared model with multiple partners. The Act and Dr
sufficiently flexible to enable geographically-based priority se
groups to lead the development of strategic actions, thereby inc
The Act and Draft Strategy further provide mechanisms to establi
relevant, yet legally enforceable policies or shoreline regulati
funding local group-led projects, and should help coordinate pro
priorities and directions (e.g. Growth Plan vs. Watershed Protec
while the Act and Draft Strategy make reference for the need to
initiatives (eg. Lake Ontario Management Plans (LaMPS), the Grea
Agreement, and the Canada-Ontario Agreement), the province will n
cooperation of federal government, U.S. agencies, universities,
stakeholders, as well as the support of the International Joint
such as State of the Lakes Ecosystem Conference.
8.TRCA recognizes the significant role that collaborations and par
advancing Great Lakes objectives. Accordingly, TRCA recommends that, wherever
appropriate, the role of partnerships with non-public body insti
International Joint Commission, universities and all levels of U
acknowledged. Further, TRCA recommends that a description of par
to the required components of an initiative proposal.
9.TRCA strongly recommends that conservation authorities, or Conse
represented on the Great Lakes GuardianÔs Council.
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10.TRCA notes that certain elements of the Act could require conser
become involved in target setting, policy implementation and/or
Such additional roles and responsibilities, while potentially we
significant financial and human resource implications to conserv
they fail to be accompanied by adequate scope and scale of addit
TRCA therefore very strongly advocates that the Act articulate h
resources will be provided in concert with any such imposed obli
that there could be significant financial and human resource imp
conservation authorities as public bodies, defined under the Act
11.TRCA suggests that, once the geographic boundaries and therefore
bodies with jurisdiction(s) relevant to the proposed direction a
require the Minister of the Environment to consult directly with
jurisdiction. TRCA therefore recommends the removal of the term Ñ of the interests Ò from
Part V, Section 1(ii) of the proposed Act.
12.TRCA further recommends that the Draft Strategy and Act commit t
Government of Canada to collectively secure and commit the neces
achieve delisting of all Canadian Areas of Concern within the ne
TRCA will continue to monitor and participate in opportunities f
completion of the Draft Strategy and throughout the legislative
Report prepared by: Connie Pinto, extension 5387
Emails: cpinto@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Nancy Gaffney, extension 5313
Emails: ngaffney@trca.on.ca
Date: July 11, 2012
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RES.#A134/12 -HERITAGE TOURISM TRAIL PLANNING AND A FIRST NATIONS
CULTURAL CENTRE IN THE HUMBER RIVER WATERSHED
To endorse the concept of a heritage tourism trail within Claire
Conservation Area in the City of Brampton and along the William
Greenway in the City of Vaughan, as well as the potential creati
Aboriginal cultural centre within the City of Vaughan.
First Nations/
Moved by:Michael Di Biase
Seconded by:Dave Ryan
WHEREAS the story of Aboriginal habitation of southern Ontario w
Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) jurisdiction including both
and Brampton in both pre- and post-Contact periods is extraordin
understood by the over 5-million inhabitants of the Toronto regi
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AND WHEREAS the traditional territories of many Aboriginal natio
Nation, Anishnaabe nations, Haudenosaunee nations and the Mtis
overlap to provide a rich and varied cultural history in the Hum
AND WHEREAS the Councillors and staff of the City of Vaughan hav
years expressed an interest in working with Aboriginal nations,
Wendat Nation whose ancestral villages and ancestral burials dat
17th centuries, to recognize and celebrate the heritage of these
AND WHEREAS the sacred Skandatut First Nations archaeological si
City of Vaughan, is now permanently protected through a generous
land and is now in process of being incorporated in public owner
AND WHEREAS the City of Vaughan is interested in exploring the p
Nations/Aboriginal cultural centre in partnership with Aborigina
celebrating their ancestral heritage;
AND WHEREAS The Shared Path/Le Sentier Partag: Discovery Walk¨
successful model for inclusive interpretation reflecting the ric
history;
AND WHEREAS both the cities of Vaughan and Brampton have continu
years invested in trail infrastructure and conservation areas wi
with the goal of promoting major recreation gateways for outdoor
AND WHEREAS TRCA has a policy to conduct archaeological assessme
lands and to curate the artifacts resulting from investigations
is able to incorporate the artifacts and teachings about the pas
into education programs for students, such as the Boyd Archaeolo
years running);
AND WHEREAS TRCA led, in partnership with The City of Toronto, H
Huron-Wendat Nation, Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation
Grand River Territory, and La Socit dÔhistoire de Toronto the
The Shared Path/Le Sentier Partag: Discovery Walk¨ program in T
consisting of 13 story circles with interpretative signage along
lower Humber River;
AND WHEREAS the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport may provi
to municipalities interested in initiating tourism development p
feasibility study grant;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA staff be directed to part
preparation and planning for the creation of heritage tourism tr
Vaughan and Brampton in partnership with municipal staff, regional staff, representatives
of Aboriginal nations and other vested stakeholders;
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THAT staff be directed to participate in the discussions and pre
application submissions to the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and
feasibility study that would assess the tourism economic develop
creation of a heritage tourism trail, as well as identify produc
preliminary economic opportunities for a First Nations/Aborigina
City of Vaughan;
THAT staff be directed to participate in discussions and subsequ
the City of Vaughan in conjunction with the Region of York to ex
location of a First Nations/Aboriginal cultural centre within th
THAT a potential location for a First Nations/Aboriginal cultura
within the lands known as the Boyd Tract, which includes Kortrig
Conservation, and Boyd North and Glassco Park;
THAT TRCA staff be directed to review current opportunities as p
Centre building retrofit to house, initially on a temporary basi
installation developed in collaboration with representatives of
would celebrate the unique and vibrant cultural heritage of the
AND FURTHER THAT the regions of York and Peel, the cities of Vau
Friends of Boyd Park and the Humber Watershed Alliance be so adv
BACKGROUND
The proposal to create First Nations/Aboriginal cultural centre within the City of Vaughan has
been in discussion with Vaughan Councillors and staff over a per
celebrating the rich and varied history of Aboriginal nations an
be situated within the Humber River watershed, the inclusive FirAboriginal cultural
centre will highlight Aboriginal history unique to the area, inc
Trail, which was a trade and transportation route for all Indige
ages, as well as the many archaeological sites in this part of V
cultural history of the area.
A successful model for highlighting Aboriginal nations and their
Sentier Partag: Discovery Walk¨ launched in the Humber River va
partnership with TRCA, the City of Toronto, Heritage Toronto, th
Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation, the Six Nations of
Socit dÔhistoire de Toronto. As a nationally award winning project by the Heritage Canada
Foundation, The Shared Path/Le Sentier Partag tells the early h
from the perspectives of its founding nations (Aboriginal nations, and early European settlers,
the French and British) through a series of story circles contai
These story circles are installed along existing pedestrian trai
Humber River, the Greater Toronto AreaÔs only Canadian Heritage
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The Shared Path/Le Sentier Partag contains thirteen story circl
contextually relevant locations, where events significant to the
place. Tracking across centuries, the trail connects an ancient
modern roads and railways, Aboriginal settlements to 18th-century, French trading posts, and
the ruins of water-powered mills to the birth of industrial Toro
Humber River is an ancient corridor of Aboriginal settlement and
with Europeans, and a reason for the founding of the modern City
Building upon the success of The Shared Path/Le Sentier Partag,
and Brampton have expressed an interest in extending the concept
up from the City of Toronto, along the inter-regional trail netw
municipalities along existing and proposed trail networks, and w
conservation areas, Kortright Centre, Nashville Resource Managem
designated Heritage Conservation Districts (Woodbridge and Klein
The opportunities for extending the The Shared Path/Le Sentier P
Vaughan and Brampton are extraordinary. Some of these opportuni
follows:
In the City of Vaughan
The proposed heritage tourism trail:
promotes the inter-regional trail in the Humber valley from the
bottom;
crosses over three heritage bowstring bridges;
connects Vaughan to Toronto and Bolton along a continuous trail
links Nashville Resource Management Tract, Kortright Centre and
Area;
links two designated Heritage Conservation Districts: Kleinburg
promotes the recently protected Skandatut First Nations archaeol
ties in major anchors such as McMichael Art Gallery, The Living
Kortright, conference facilities, businesses in Kleinburg and Wo
Trade Country Club, etc.;
complements newly proposed major initiatives such as the First NAboriginal
cultural centre, and the proposed Pierre Berton Discovery Centre
provides opportunities for promoting natural and cultural herita
in the valleys;
The majority of the trail is developed, in development or under
development.
The following partners are interested in participating in The Sh
Discovery Walk¨ model in Vaughan: Kleinburg Area Ratepayers Asso
Valley Heritage Trail Association, Kleinburg BIA, Woodbridge Her
Farmers Market, Humber Watershed Alliance and Central Counties T
project also provides opportunities for near urban agriculture a
development.
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In the City of Brampton
The proposed heritage tourism trail:
links the inter-regional trail from Toronto into Brampton throug
promotes Brampton, the Humber and Claireville as a primary trail
crosses over one heritage bowstring bridge, the Wiley Bridge, wh
become heritage designated;
ties in major anchors such as Wild Water Kingdom, Humber Arboret
golf courses, etc.;
has potential to highlight unique cultural heritage area of the
site;
provides opportunities for near urban agriculture and culinary t
The majority of trail is developed, or is under development in 2
archaeological sites are already identified within Claireville w
years of pre-Contact Aboriginal habitations as well as post-Cont
habitations.
The following partners are interested in participating in The Sh
Discovery Walk¨ model in Brampton: City of Brampton, Humber Wate
Claireville Subcommittee, local BIAs, arts councils, trail group
subcommittee members are already assisting with identification o
scenic secondary trail options as part of the trail planning pro
Plan.
Furthermore, The Shared Path/Le Sentier Partag: Discovery Walk¨
successful example for promoting the unique Aboriginal culture h
enhances existing municipal investment in the form of trails, He
conservation areas, but may lead to new potential investment, in
Nations/Aboriginal cultural centre in Vaughan.
Project Benefits and Components:
The benefits of this project include:
Civic pride - celebrates Vaughan and BramptonÔs rich and diversi
the City of VaughanÔs Vision 2020 Ñto preserve our heritage and
and cultureÒ.
Increased public awareness - educates and informs the general pu
shared Aboriginal and Euro-Canadian experiences.
Tourism industry - offers residents and visitors a broader horiz
Vaughan and Brampton.
Public education - offers pedagogical resources for public schoo
Environment Ï promotion of the existing designation under the Ca
Rivers System as well as both the cities of Vaughan and Brampton
help further promote, enhance and protect the Humber River.
Cultural and historical festivals - provide a setting for festiv
and historical contributions of the Humber River to the developm
.
Health and recreational activities - incorporates existing hikin
of fitness and suggests improvements to the trail network throug
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The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and SportÔs Tourism Development
Tourism Development Fund supports projects that encourage touris
product development and industry capacity building.
1.Supports the creation or revitalization of tourism attractions,
2.Supports innovative product development for emerging sectors tha
market potential.
3.Enhances the quality of tourism services, businesses and practic
4.Assists with tourism planning and capacity support to ensure that
well positioned to make future strategic decisions, address issu
5.
Assists communities with investment readiness, investor relations
and communications.
Tourism associations, economic development corporations, municip
and organizations interested in undertaking tourism-related init
development and increased visitation are all eligible to apply.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
1.Seek council endorsement of the concept by the City of Vaughan a
Brampton to pursue The Shared Path/Le Sentier Partag model with
Nations/Aboriginal cultural centre in the City of Vaughan.
2.Identify project champions, Aboriginal community representatives and form stakeholder
committees in each respective municipality.
3.
Apply for Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport Tourism Developm
partnership with local municipalities. Confirm funding.
4.Retain a tourism planning consultant to prepare a Tourism Feasib
proposed trails that identifies project potential, opportunities
short, medium and long range goals for implementation with estim
5.Circulate completed feasibility study to stakeholder committees
Authority and both municipal councils;
6.Implement project goals based on funding availability and curren
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Through the completion of a tourism feasibility study, staff wil
financial implications for the short, medium and long-term proje
Prepared by: Susan Robertson, extension 5325
Email: srobertson@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Adele Freeman, extension 5238
Email: afreeman@trca.on.ca
Date: July 18, 2012
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RES.#A135/12 -NATURAL RESOURCES CANADA - ECOENERGY INNOVATION
INITIATIVE (ECO II) - RENE 092
Contribution Agreement. Authorization to enter into a Contribution
Agreement with Natural Resources Canada for research in the fieldf
photovoltaics
Moved by:Michael Di Biase
Seconded by:Dave Ryan
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) enter into
Agreement with Natural Resources Canada (NRCAN) to receive fundi
$1,065,609.00 and perform research in the field of photovoltaics
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take t
to implement the agreement.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Natural Resources CanadaÔs EcoEnergy Innovation Initiative (Eco
activities that will help reduce barriers to the deployment of s
has a proven track record managing photovoltaic energy yield stu
stakeholders including Canadian manufacturers, universities and
This project builds on significant contributions in photovoltaic
analysis by TRCA, including the analysis of PV projects on numer
as part of the Solar City Partnership, a performance and energy
varying tilts, and energy yield testing for Ontario PV manufactu
Photovoltaic Performance Verification Program. This work has gr
photovoltaic industry and helps establish TRCA as a non-biased t
modules.
RATIONALE
TRCA has developed the Kortright Energy Yield Test Standard proj
conditional approval for funding in the amount of $1,065,609.00,
execution of a written contribution agreement, building on 30 ye
energy at the Kortright Centre and 75 years of combined staff ex
project is consistent with the goals of the Sustainable Technolo
to conduct third party evaluation of clean water, air and energy
and opportunities for implementing technologies, develop support
policies, and promote broader uptake of effective technologies t
and advocacy.
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The Kortight Energy Yield Test Standard is intended to provide m
PV modules through the validation of an international standard d
Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Technical Committee 82 Working
team of experts in the field of photovoltaics. This standard fo
assesses performance under a variety of light levels and tempera
realistic expectations of photovoltaic performance at sites with
parameters. Testing and validation of this standard is required
applicability to CanadaÔs diverse climate. The IEC creates tech
international standards for the testing of products and systems,
national agencies.
This research will inform Canadian standard development organiza
Standards Association (CSA) on the importance of adopting this s
this standard will help provide stability for investment in the
confidence and improve the economic competitiveness of Canada.
accurately and efficiently optimize system performance leads to
investment across Canada and for Canadian exports. This researc
level of quality assurance on Canadian products, will lead to in
performance in Canada and greater investment opportunities in th
This project will allow for recommendations in collaboration wit
adoption of this standard and contribute to its successful imple
this standard be adopted in Canada, these functions of improved
will become standard for the Canadian photovoltaic industry. Ea
opportunity to incorporate the findings of this research to buil
contributing to reliable performance standards and enhanced busi
Canadian investment in clean technologies.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
This is a four year agreement with a total project cost of $1,44
TRCA and partner contributions meet the 25% stacking requirement
overall contributions of $377,000 made up of $85,000 from TRCA i
Transformation Program budgets, $65,000 cash contributions from
Brown College, and $227,000 of in-kind contributions.
Project Partners include: Exova Canada Inc., Science Application
(SAIC), Toronto Hydro, Solar City Partnership, Eclipsall Energy
Solar Manufacturing Corp. York University and George Brown College. These partners have al
confirmed their commitments with letters of support submitted wi
Additional letters of support were submitted by PowerStream Inc.
Industries Association (CANSIA).
Emails: pluukkonen@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Paul Luukkonen, 416-277-3849
Emails: pluukkonen@trca.on.ca
Date: July 18, 2012
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RES.#A136/12 -AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENT
Professional Access and Integration Enhancement Program. The
Professional Access and Integration Enhancement audited financia
statement and management letter for the period April 1, 2011 to
31, 2012 are presented for Authority approval.
Moved by:Michael Di Biase
Seconded by:Dave Ryan
THAT the Professional Access and Integration Enhancement (PAIE)
statement and management letter, as presented, be approved, sign
Secretary-Treasurer of Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
accordance with the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration Brid
Audit Guidelines.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Funded by the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration (MCI), sin
delivering the PAIE Ontario bridge training program to assist in
professionals to access training, licensing and employment oppor
environmental sector. As part of its project audit guidelines, MCI requires Authority a
PAIE financial statements and management letters, as attached, a
information in the audit report is complete and accurate.
The accounting firm of Grant Thornton LLP, has completed its aud
statements are presented as Attachments 1 and 2.
RATIONALE
The approval of the Statement of Revenue and Expenditures attest
project funding has been solely applied to costs directly relate
deferred revenue refers to receipt of cash in advance of renderi
while initially recorded as cash coming in, is also a liability
obligation;
funding and/or expenditures from other sources, not directly rel
been included in the report;
reported expenditure is net of HST rebates;
shared costs have been properly apportioned to the project;
the project bears full responsibility for absorbing any project
project funds that were provided to the project prior to their i
maintained in an interest-bearing account; and
interest earned on project funding has been credited to the proj
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The Authority is responsible for ensuring that management fulfil
reporting and is ultimately responsible for reviewing and approv
The management letter confirms that management and the Authority
responsibilities, as determined in the transfer payment agreemen
management letter is presented as Attachment 3.
Report prepared by: Marisa Iorfido-Sdao, extension 5582
Emails: miorfida-sdao@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Rocco Sgambelluri, extension 5232
Emails: rsgambelluri@trca.on.ca
Date: July 09, 2012
Attachments: 3
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Attachment 1
Professional Access and Integration Enhancement (PAIE) Program
(A Project of Toronto and Region Conservation Authority)
Statement of Revenue and Expenditures
For year ended March 31, 2012
Organization Name:
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
Organization contact:
Rocco Sgambelluri, Chief Financial Officer
Name:Telephone #:
Marisa Iorfida-Sdao416-661-6600 ext. 5582
Project Name:
PAIE – Professional Access and Integration Enhancement Program
PROJECT REVENUE
Approved Carryover Funding from Previous Reporting Period(s)$63,296
Ministry Funding for audit period as per Schedule B (2011 / 2012)$548,787
Interest Earned on Ministry Funding$396
Total Revenue for the audit period as per Schedule B (2011 / 2012)
(A)$309,534
Deferred Revenue
Deferred Revenue for audit period as per Schedule B (2011 / 2012)
$
(if appropriate)
302,945
PROJECT EXPENDITURE
Total Expenditure (B)$309,534
Unspent funding (C)$-
I verify that the above financial information is correct and that:
Project funding has been solely applied to costs directly related to the Project;
Funding and/or expenditures from other sources, not directed related to this project, have
not been included in the Report;
Reported expenditure is net of HST rebates;
Shared costs have been properly apportioned to the Project;
The Project bears full responsibility for absorbing any project deficits;
Project funds that were provided to the Project prior to their immediate need were
maintained in an interest-bearing account; and
Interest earned on Project funding has been credited to the Project.
I certify that the information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and claimed in accordance
the Bridge Training Agreement.
_______________________________________________________
Signature of Agency Signing AuthorityDate
Name: Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Title: Chair
I have authority to bind the Recipient
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Attachment 2
Statement of Revenue and Expenditures
Professional Access and Integration Enhancement
(A Program of Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority)
Year ended March 31, 2012
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Contents
Page
Independent Auditor’s Report1
Statement of Revenue and Expenditures2
Note to the Statement of Revenue and Expenditures3 - 4
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Suite 200
15 Allstate Parkway
Markham, ON
L3R 5B4
T (416) 366-0100
F (905) 475-8906
www.GrantThornton.ca
Independent auditorÔs report
on compliance with agreement
To the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration
We have audited the statement of revenue and expenditures of the n
Enhancement Program of the Toronto and Region Conservation Autho
to March 31, 2012, with the criteria established by the terms and conditions describ
6.2, 6.3 and 7.1 of the Funding Agreement dated April 1, 2010 is
Immigration. Compliance with the criteria established by the pr
of the management of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authori
opinion on this compliance based on our audit.
We conducted our audit in accordance with Canadian generally acce
require that we plan and perform an audit to obtain reasonable a
Integration Enhancement Program of the Toronto and Region Conser
criteria established by the provisions of the agreement referred
on a test basis, evidence supporting compliance, evaluating the
where practicable assessing the accounting principles used and sit.
In our opinion, the statement of revenue and expenditures of the
Enhancement Program for the period from April 1, 2011 to March 3
respects, with the criteria established by provisions described in sections
agreement.
Markham, OntarioChartered Accountants
June 27, 2012Licensed Public Accountants
Grant Thornton LLP. Canadian Member of Grant Thornton International Ltd
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See accompanying notes to the statement of revenue and expenditures.
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Attachment 3
July 27, 2012
Ms. Julia Pemberton
Senior Program Advisor
Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration
Labour Market Integration Unit
rd
400 University Ave., 3 Floor
Toronto, ONM7A 2R9
Dear Ms. Pemberton:
This management representation letter is provided in connection with the audited financial statements of
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority’s (TRCA) Professional Access and Integration Enhancement
(PAIE) Program for the year ended March 31, 2012. The financial statements of TRCA’s PAIE Program
are the responsibility of management and have been approved by the Authority, the board of TRCA.
The financial statements have been prepared by management in accordance with Canadian Generally
Accepted Accounting Policies. Management has determined that its choice of accounting policies
supporting the amounts presented on the financial statements, are presented fairly, in all material
respects.
TRCA maintains systems of internal accounting and administrative controls of high quality. Such systems
are designed to provide reasonable assurance that the financial information is relevant, reliable and
accurate and that TRCA’s operations are appropriately accounted for and assets are adequately
safeguarded.
All transactions have been recorded in the accounting records and are reflected in the financial
statements. All liabilities have been reviewed by management in consultation with its external auditor,
Grant Thornton LLP. There are no material liabilities or contingencies as of the date of this report.
Significant assumptions used by management in making accounting estimates, including those measured
at fair value, are reasonable and approved by the Authority. The effects of uncorrected misstatements are
immaterial, both individually and in the aggregate, to the financial statements as a whole.
This letter confirms that management and the Authority have provided; access to all information to the
external auditors of which they were aware of that is relevant to the preparation of the financial
statements, such as records, documentation and other matters; additional information that was requested
by the external auditors for the purpose of the audit, and provided unrestricted access to persons within
the entity who would be determined necessary to provide audit evidence.
5 Shoreham Drive, Downsview, Ontario M3N 1S4 (416) 661-6600
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The Authority is responsible for ensuring that management fulfills its responsibilities for financial reporting
and is ultimately responsible for reviewing and approving the financial statements. This letter confirms
that management and the Authority have fulfilled their responsibilities, as determined in the transfer
payment agreement dated June 2, 2010.
___________________________________________________
Signed: Gerri Lynn O’Connor
Chair
___________________________________________________
Signed: Brian Denney
Chief Administrative Officer/Secretary-Treasurer
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RES.#A137/12 -MIMICO WATERFRONT LINEAR PARK PROJECT (PHASE 2)
Landscape Improvements
Contract RSD12-91. Award of contract RSD12-91 to complete the
landscape improvements for the East and West pedestrian nodes at
Mimico Waterfront Linear Park Project (Phase 2).
Moved by:Michael Di Biase
Seconded by:Dave Ryan
THAT Contract RSD12-91 for Mimico Phase 2 Landscape Improvements
Hank Deenan Landscaping Ltd. at a cost not to exceed $130,771.00
lowest bid meeting Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TR
THAT TRCA staff be authorized to approve additional expenditures
percent (10%) of the total contract price as a contingency allow
necessary;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be authorized and directed to take such a
necessary to implement this contract, including the signing of c
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The Mimico Waterfront Linear Park Project (Phase 2) (MLP) is loc
Avenue and Humber Bay West Park, along the north shore of Lake On
Toronto. Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation (TWRC) au
leadership role in the planning, design and implementation for t
phase 2, which includes the construction of an East and West Ped
Pedestrian Nodes will be key features of the waterfront park, li
coming from the east to the residential communities west of the
of these nodes will include the installation of concrete unit pa
and the creation and planting of garden beds.
RATIONALE
Request for Quotation RSD 12-91 was sent out to the following si
supply and install the required work:
Hank Deenan Landscaping Ltd.;
Mopal Construction;
Griffith Property Services;
Glenoaks Landscape Contractors Ltd.;
Landscaping By Leedle;
Loc-Pave Construction.
All of the companies have proven abilities to perform the requirk, and have done work
for TRCA in the past.
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The companies were invited to a voluntary site inspection meetin
requirements. Three quotations were received on or before the bi
2012. Preliminary project costing was expected to be less than
Committee meeting was not scheduled to open the bids as they are
contract is expected to come in over $100,000. Qualified bids w
17, 2012 by TRCA staff (Derek Edwards, Mark Lowe and Ted Elmhirs
results:
Contract RSD12-91 for Mimico Phase 2 Landscape Improvements
COMPANYPRICE
(Plus HST)
Hank Deenan Landscaping Ltd.$130,771.00
Mopal Construction$138,160.00
Griffith Property Services$154,174.00
Glenoaks Landscape Contractors Ltd.No Bid
Landscaping By LeedleNo Bid
Loc-Pave ConstructionNo Bid
Staff recommends that the contract RSD12-91 be awarded to Hank D
at a cost not to exceed $130,771.00, plus 10% contingency, plus
bidder meeting TRCA specifications and requirements.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
All funding for this project, including project management fees,
and will be charged to account #205-60.
Report prepared by: Mark Lowe, extension 5338
Emails: mlowe@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Mark Lowe, extension 5338
Emails: mlowe@trca.on.ca
Date: July 19, 2012
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RES.#A138/12 -2011 CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY REPORT
Receipt of report on progress towards operational sustainability
Moved by:Jack Heath
Seconded by:Mike Mattos
THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's (TRCA) 2011
Responsibility Report be received;
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AND FURTHER THAT staff report back on what strategies TRCA is us
waste and what TRCA is doing to change public awareness and enga
reduction at all TRCA facilities.
BACKGROUND
In 1999, TRCA approved a corporate Environmental Policy statemen
implement an environmental management system. In 2000, staff re
environmental metrics and engaged in extensive consultations bot
outside institutions to determine and test environmental managem
tools. The program was expanded in 2004 to allow for inclusion o
and renamed Sustainability Management System in order to better
organizational commitment to sustainability. In 2009, the progr
Social Responsibility Program to more appropriately align with a
terminology for sustainability reporting. In 2011, quantifiable
in the report.
The Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Program and associated
vehicle for communicating TRCA's sustainability performance to i
stakeholders. The report encompasses four key areas of sustainab
1. Our People
The impact TRCA has on its employees:
Equity, Diversity, and Staff Retention;
Employee Engagement;
2. Our Environment
The environmental impact of our operations:
Carbon Footprint;
Energy Use;
Water Use
Vehicles, Fuel and Travel;
Land Management;
Waste Management.
3. Our Business
The overall impact of our business practices:
Sustainable Business Practice;
Green Purchasing.
4. Our Community
The impact TRCA's social programs have on the community.
Outlined in Attachment 1 is Sustainability Scorecard. Hard copi
Corporate Social Responsibility Report will be available at the
posted on line.
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Highlights of 2011 Sustainability Performance
Our People
Equity, Diversity, and Staff Retention
The national average rate of employee turnover is approximately
in Canada, while at TRCA, employee resignations were only 3.6% i
4.5% in 2010, and 2.85% in 2011. TRCA is exceeding its objectiv
Employee Engagement
In 2011, TRCA staff participated in Pollution ProbeÔs annual Cle
of Toronto's 20 Minute Makeover. TRCA continued its membership
Smart Commute, North Toronto and Vaughan running car pool and tr
and providing staff with access to a car pooling database and a
ÑgreenÒ commute. As well, EcoCentres and TRCA EcoOffices Ñgreen teamsÒ were
operational at five educational facilities and four offices. Wi
Foundation (formerly Conservation Foundation), TRCA's employee s
program - CarbonCats, continued engaging staff with sustainabili
initiatives and contests.
In 2012, TRCA will continue with CarbonCats and staff participat
related initiatives. As well, TRCA will hold staff-led rehabilitation projects at cons
areas (CAs), achieve Audubon certification for CAs and Kortright
Our Environment
Carbon Footprint
TRCAÔs carbon footprint, 2,839 tonnes in 2011, has decreased 623
is a decrease of 18%. From 2010 to 2011, the carbon footprint d
decrease in carbon footprint has been primarily driven by three
impactful was a dramatic reduction in the amount of waste sent t
2010, and sustained at the lower level in 2011. The second most
reduction in facility energy consumption in 2011 over 2010. Thi
related, but is more likely related to a meter failure at one of
investigating and more detailed analysis will be conducted to as
purchasing Bullfrog green natural gas for Head Office has reduce
In 2012, TRCA will continue with the sustainability-focused rede
Centre, as well as develop a corporate energy plan, which will e
reductions by developing options for further facility conservati
opportunities for converting to renewable energy sources.
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Energy
Total TRCA energy use in 2011 was down 6% from the 2005 base yea
period, TRCA staff levels has increased, attesting to the conser
taken. In 2011 total facility energy consumption decreased 11%
decrease was in electricity consumption, particularly at one TRC
investigating, but early indications are that an electricity met
However, more analysis of individual facilities will be done in
reasons for these trends.
In 2011, TRCA completed energy audits for four facilities, conve
Head Office, upgraded to efficient HVAC systems at Albion Hills
Campground, made efficient lighting upgrades at Heart Lake CA, a
natural lighting and biowalls at Claremont Field Centre.
In 2012, TRCA will conduct lighting retrofits at Black Creek Pio
George Field Centre, develop a corporate energy management plan
Kortright Centre energy retrofits.
Water
Since 2007, when a number of TRCA facilities switched from well
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s water use varied between 43,000 m and 61,000 mannually. This range would have been
narrower were it not for a large water leak at Albion Hills CA i
traditionally, a consumer of 30 to 40% of TRCAÔs municipal water
in 2010 or 2011, but at the same time the pool at Albion Hills C
offsetting any potential reduction in water use at Petticoat Cre
to be operational in 2012, TRCA is likely to see an overall incr
In 2012 TRCA will determine metrics for measuring and reporting
practices at its facilities, and address short and long term pla
as part of the corporate energy management plan.
Vehicles, Fuel and Travel
Although we moved from no hybrids or alternative fuel vehicles in
2011 (12.5% of TRCA's fleet), the overall fuel efficiency of the
2003, fleet fuel efficiency has fluctuated between 16.1 litres/1
(17.1 in 2011). In order to make further improvements in fuel e
dramatically increase the percentage of alternative fuel vehicle
electric vehicles where appropriate.
In 2011, TRCA established designated car pool slots at Boyd Offi
Centre and Head Office, completed a study of five TRCA vehicles
replacing them with electric cars, and initiated use of non-corn
Claremont Field Centre.
In 2012, TRCA will continue to research options for acquiring el
video conferencing room at Downsview Office, and prepare a repor
Green Fleet and Green Commuting in Canada.
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Waste
TRCA diverted 40% in 2007, 41% in 2008, 22% in 2009, and 21% in 2010, and 21% in 2011.
TRCA continues to struggle with unreliable data from haulers, an
include an internal auditing process in 2012 in order to check t
In 2011, TRCA continued revamping conservation area recycling ce
bins, better signage and more public education, installed new He
and recycling centre for greater diversion potential, moved to e
employee expenses reporting systems. As well, Black Creek Pioneer Village reduced waste
by 80% from parking lots by removing waste bins, and Albion Hill
monthly waste and recyclables pickup in order to reduce their fo
In 2012 TRCA will also prepare a corporate waste management plan
targets and objectives for waste reduction and diversion from la
continue revamping conservation area recycling centres, providin
and more public education.
Our Business
Sustainable Business Practice
In 2012, TRCA will develop and refine goals, objectives and metr
sustainability of TRCA business practices, complete first draft
including greater levels of input from all staff, and develop a
identifying all TRCA partnership relationships across all TRCA o
Green Purchasing
In 2011, staff completed new green cleaning request for proposal
facilities. Kortright Centre converted to green office supplies
adopted standard operating procedures for purchase and lifecycle
In 2012, TRCA will carry out green procurement training for staf
practices to meet new green cleaning standard operating procedur
additional goals, objectives and performance metrics for green p
Our Community
TRCA continued its three innovative social development programs:
Access and Integration Enhancement), M2P (Mentoring to Placement)
(Environmental Volunteer Network). These programs achieve many p
simultaneously. They help new Canadians gain access to meaningf
networking opportunities, increasing the pool of planners, ecolo
professionals and engineers in the GTA, as well as allowing TRCA
participants to network, collaborate and share ideas and best pr
sustainability.
In 2012, TRCA will launch the next round of PAIE and M2P with ne
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DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
Key activities of the Corporate Social Sustainability Program in
complete corporate energy management plan;
develop corporate waste management plan;
conduct facility waste audits;
assess implication/opportunity for Global Reporting Initiative (
complete TRCA online facility sustainability reporting tool and
assess effectiveness of employee engagement.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
The CSR program is funded by TRCA's municipal funding partners i
budget.
Report prepared by: Brian Dundas, extension 5262
Emails: bdundas@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Bernie McIntyre, extension 5326
Emails: bmcintyre@trca.on.ca
Date: March 22, 2012
Attachments: 1
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Attachment 1
TRCA Sustainability Scorecard
New for the 2011 CSR report, staff has prepared a Sustainability
Scorecard is to provide a concise summary of TRCA progress towar
end of 2011, including whether the measure is improving (up arrow), getting worse (down
arrow), or remains unchanged (horizontal arrows). These measures, our CSR key performance
indicators, are presented under four categories: Our People; Our
Our Community. TRCA is proud to highlight that TRCA continues to
with staff retention well above the national average. TRCA cont
municipal funding allocation through revenue from a wide range o
of products and services. The corporate carbon footprint has co
is expected to fall further as retrofits of facilities such as t
2012. The award winning PAIE and M2P programs continue to be ov
new Canadians with valuable mentoring and training.
*Bold and italics indicates targets met or exceeded.
Our People
Measure2011 TrendTarget
Performanc
e/Status
Equity, Diversity, and Staff Retention
My work gives me a sense of 92.8%Achieve 90% on staff survey
accomplishment
I would recommend TRCA as a good place 91.8%Achieve 90% on staff survey
to work
Overall I am satisfied with my job88.0%Achieve 90% on staff survey
TRCA is socially responsible83.6%Achieve 90% on staff survey
TRCA is environmentally responsible87.5%Achieve 90% on staff survey
Morale at TRCA is high73.9%Achieve by 2025, 80% on staff
survey
TRCA is well managed71.1%Achieve by 2025, 80% on staff
survey
I am sufficiently informed about where 61.2%Achieve by 2025, 80% on staff
TRCA is going in the futuresurvey
TRCA is economically responsible74.5%Achieve by 2025, 80% on staff
survey
Staff RetentionNot Achieve, annually, at least 2%
87%
reported below national average in
last yearemployee turnover.
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Our People
Measure2011 TrendTarget
Performance/Status
Employee Engagement
Staff participation in Clean Air 62Have 80 staff members participate
Commute in Pollution ProbeÔs Clean Air
Commute by 2012
Staff participation in 20 minute 68Have at least 200 staff members
makeoverparticipate in the 20-Minute
Makeover by 2012
Work location green programsGreen teams or Have EcoSchool/EcoOffice type
Audubon in place at 10 ÑecoteamÒ programs at all work
TRCA work locationslocations (18 total) by 2012
Our Environment
Goal or Objective2011 Performance/StatusTrendTarget
Carbon Footprint
Carbon neutrality2,760 tonnes 2011TRCA will be carbon neutral by
2025
Energy
Energy reduction6%Reduce total energy consumption
by 30% from 2005 levels by 2015;
and by 50% by 2025.
Renewable energy31.4%50% of TRCA facility space is
heated and cooled from
renewable sources by 2015.
Green electricity24%Source 80% of electrical energy
from green sources by 2015.
Water
Water use19%Reduce total potable water
consumption from 2009 levels by
35% by 2025
Vehicles, Fuel, and Travel
Fleet fuel efficiency17.1 litres per 100 km TRCAÔs average fleet fuel
(average, all vehicles)efficiency is 12 litres per 100
kilometres by 2018
Fleet GHG emissions3.4% decrease in fleet Reduce TRCA greenhouse gas
contribution to carbon emissions from fleet and travel by
footprint since 2009.50% from 2009 levels by 2018
This descriptor needs to stay
in Ï 3.4% means nothing
Alternative fuel vehicles12.1 % of fleetTRCAÔs fleet will be 50%
alternative fuel vehicles by 2020
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Our Environment
Goal or Objective2011 Performance/StatusTrendTarget
Land Management
Land Management Plans8 of 14 land management Complete baseline land
plans completedmanagement plans for 14 major
TRCA properties.
Waste Management
Waste diversion21% diversion rate from landfillDiverting 80% of total waste at all
TRCA facilities by 2018
Our Business
Goal or Objective2011 Performance/StatusTrendTarget
Sustainable Business
Funding diversity Ï leveraging 55% of funding from At least 50% of funding from
partnershipsnon-municipal sources
non-municipal sources
Green Purchasing
Local Food29% of food is sourced locallyNot 40% of food purchased by
measured TRCA is sourced locally by
last year2012
Our Community Ï Social
Goal or Objective2011 TrendTarget
Performanc
e/Status
Employment programs for internationally trained professionals (P
Number applicants 647 435 applications received by end of
2014
Number participants accessing 97170 participants accessing programs
programsby end of 2014
Number participants completing 35150 participants complete program by
programend of 2014
Number participants obtaining 64133 participants gain employment by
employment in professional fieldend of 2014
Number participants obtaining 2955 participants receive credential for
licensure/Certification/Credential for licensure by end of 2014
Employment
Number M2P Participants (mentees) 100%100 % M2P participants matched to
matched to a Mentor in their fieldmentor in field by end of 2014
Percent M2P Mentors from TRCA50% mentors recruited from
50%
community at large for M2P program
by end of 2014
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Our Community Ï Social
Goal or Objective2011 TrendTarget
Performance/
Status
Environmental Volunteer Network (EVN)
Number new volunteers registered 570900 new registrants by end of 2014
with EVN
Number volunteer passes issued to 280625 volunteer passes issued by end of
individuals who have volunteered 30 or 2014
more hours at TRCA
Number external (non TRCA) volunteer 530900 external volunteer opportunities
opportunities posted on EVNposted on EVN by end of 2014
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RES.#A139/12 -GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Rouge River Watershed
Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York
956414 Ontario Limited, CFN 47419. Acquisition of property located on
the east of Bathurst Street and south of Gamble Road in the Town
Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York, under the 'Greenla
Acquisition Project for 2011-2015', Flood Plain and Conservation
Component, Rouge River watershed.
(Executive Res.#B84/12)
Moved by:Ben Cachola
Seconded by:Maria Augimeri
THAT 0.36 hectares (0.89 acres), more or less, of vacant land, b
Concession I, EYS , designated as Block 12 on draft M-Plan prepa
under job no.10-246, Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipalit
from 956414 Ontario Limited;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive co
free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements;
THAT the firm of Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete
earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incide
transfer tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals
execution of documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A140/12 -GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Rouge River Watershed
Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York
Yorkwood Homes (RH) Limited, CFN 47513. Acquisition of property
located on the west of Yonge Street and south of Gamble Road in
Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York, under the
'Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2011-2015', Flood Plain and
Conservation Component, Rouge River watershed.
(Executive Res.#B85/12)
Moved by:Ben Cachola
Seconded by:Maria Augimeri
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THAT 1.05 hectares (2.59 acres), more or less, of vacant land, b
Registered Plan Lot 4667, designated as Block 11 and 12 on draft
Salna Surveying OLS under job no.11029, Town of Richmond Hill, R
of York, be purchased from Yorkwood Homes (RH) Limited;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive co
free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements;
THAT the firm of Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete
earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incide
transfer tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take t
to finalize the transaction including obtaining of necessary app
execution of documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A141/12 -GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Royal Rouge Trail Erosion Control Project, CFN 45537. Partial Ta
financial contribution from multiple property owners on the nort
Royal Rouge Trail, City of Toronto, to facilitate the constructi
Royal Rouge Trail Erosion Control Project.
(Executive Res.#B86/12)
Moved by:Ben Cachola
Seconded by:Maria Augimeri
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) acquire th
takings to facilitate the construction of the Royal Rogue Trail
Parcel ÓAÔ
THAT a parcel of land containing 0.002 hectares (0.004 acres) be
Registered Plan 66M-2169, PIN 06209-0087, designated as Part 1 o
66R-25966, at the rear of 30 Royal Rouge Trail, City of Toronto,
Katherine Sparks;
Parcel 'B'
THAT a parcel of land containing 0.007 hectares (0.016 acres) be
Registered Plan 66M-2169, PIN 06209-0088, designated as Part 2 o
66R-25966, at the rear of 32 Royal Rouge Trail, City of Toronto,
Debora Gyimah;
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Parcel 'C'
THAT a parcel of land containing 0.002 hectares (0.006 acres) be
Registered Plan 66M-2169, PIN 06209-0089, designated as Part 3 o
66R-25966, at the rear of 34 Royal Rouge Trail, City of Toronto,
Stephen Joseph Foster and Linda Josephine Foster;
Parcel 'D'
THAT a parcel of land containing 0.003 hectares (0.006 acres) be
Registered Plan 66M-2169, PIN 06209-0090, designated as Part 4 a
Registered Plan 66R-25966, at the rear of 36 Royal Rouge Trail,
purchased from Abdool Jhuman;
Parcel 'E'
THAT a parcel of land containing 0.006 hectares (0.014 acres) be
Registered Plan 66M-2169, PIN 06209-0091, designated as Part 6 o
66R-25966, at the rear of 38 Royal Rouge Trail, City of Toronto,
Corvese;
Parcel 'F'
THAT a parcel of land containing 0.004 hectares (0.011 acres) be
Registered Plan 66M-2169, PIN 06209-0093, designated as Part 7 o
66R-25966, at the rear of 42 Royal Rouge Trail, City of Toronto,
DÔSouza and Winnefred DÔSouza;
Parcel 'G'
THAT a parcel of land containing 0.006 hectares (0.014 acres) be
Registered Plan 66M-2169, PIN 06209-0094, designated as Part 8 o
66R-25966, at the rear of 44 Royal Rouge Trail, City of Toronto,
Marie and Korah Thomas;
THAT the purchase price for each of the land Parcels ÓAÔ to ÓGÔ
each vendor's reasonable legal costs, if any;
THAT TRCA acquire the necessary temporary easements from the own
construction access;
THAT TRCA receive conveyance of the lands Parcels ÓAÔ to ÓGÔ inc
encumbrance, subject to existing service easements;
THAT Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete the transac
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to th
tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid;
THAT in the event any of the landowners wish to retain ownership
of landowners shall have the option to make a financial contribu
Royal Rouge Trail Erosion Control Project in an amount to be det
accordance with the cost-sharing policy and provide an easement
covenant over the parcel with terms and conditions satisfactory
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AND FURTHER THAT the authorized TRCA officials be directed to ta
action to finalize the transactions including obtaining needed a
execution of documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A142/12 -GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
Greenbrooke Developments Inc., CFN 47592. Purchase of property
located west of Weston Road, south of Teston Road, City of Vaugh
Regional Municipality of York, under the "Greenlands Acquisition
for 2011-2015", Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber R
watershed.
(Executive Res.#B87/12)
Moved by:Ben Cachola
Seconded by:Maria Augimeri
THAT 0.14 hectares (0.36 acres), more or less, of vacant land be
Concession 6 and designated as Blocks 178 and 179 on a Draft Pla
prepared by KRCMAR Surveyors Ltd., under their Job No. 00-183, d
City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, located west of
Teston Road, be purchased from Greenbrooke Developments Inc.;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive co
lands free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easemen
THAT Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete the transac
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to t
tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take t
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals
execution of documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A143/12 -GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
Infinite Homes Ltd., CFN 47512. Purchase of property located sou
Sicilia Street, east of Martin Grove Road, City of Vaughan, Regi
Municipality of York, under the "Greenlands Acquisition Project
2011-2015", Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River
watershed.
(Executive Res.#B88/12)
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Moved by:Ben Cachola
Seconded by:Maria Augimeri
THAT 0.04 hectares (0.10 acres), more or less, of vacant land be
Concession 8 and designated as Block 13 on a Draft Plan of Cond
P. Salna Ltd., Ontario Land Surveyors, under their Job No. 5285,
of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, located south of Sici
Grove Road, be purchased from Infinite Homes Ltd.;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive co
lands free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easemen
THAT Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete the transac
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to t
tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take t
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals
execution of documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A144/12 -EASEMENT AGREEMENT
George Johnson. Entering into an easement agreement for a five y
term with automatic extensions until terminated for the purpose
constructing and permitting a public trail system on the Johnson
property, located on the south side of Chalk Lake Road, west of
Lakeridge Road, Township of Uxbridge, Regional Municipality of D
(Executive Res.#B89/12)
Moved by:Ben Cachola
Seconded by:Maria Augimeri
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) enter into
agreement with George Johnson for the purpose of constructing, a
public use of a trail system, said land being Part of Lot 5, Co
Uxbridge, Regional Municipality of Durham;
THAT the term of the easement agreement be for five (5) years wi
until terminated and in no event will the initial term and any r
thereof, exceed in aggregate twenty-one (21) years, less a day;
THAT TRCA pay an annual fee to George Johnson of $6,000.00, with
by 4% annually beginning August 1, 2013;
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THAT TRCA erect barriers on both sides of Chalk Lake Road (where
to cross) to help ensure trail users to slow down before crossin
THAT TRCA be responsible for signing the trail to ensure trail u
rules including the need to stay on the trail and not to trespas
THAT the agreement be on terms and conditions satisfactory to TR
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take t
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals
execution of documentation.
CARRIED
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RES.#A145/12 -ALBION HILLS CONSERVATION AREA VISITOR SERVICES CENTRE
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT
Award of contract for construction of Albion Hills Conservation Aa
gatehouse.
(Executive Res.#B90/12)
Moved by:Ben Cachola
Seconded by:Maria Augimeri
THAT the contract for Albion Hills Conservation Area Visitor Ser
Project be awarded to Frontier Group of Companies. at a total co
$312,500.00, plus HST, it being the lowest bid meeting Toronto a
Authority (TRCA) specifications;
THAT award of the contract be subject to terms and conditions sa
and solicitors, including but not limited to determination of th
exceed the approved amount;
THAT should staff be unable to achieve an acceptable contract wi
contractor, staff be authorized to enter into and conclude contr
contractors that submitted tenders, beginning with the next lowe
specifications;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized staff be directed to take the action
implement the contract including obtaining any approvals and the
of documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A146/12 -ADMITTANCE POLICY
Approval of the Admittance Policy and Operational Procedures for
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority.
(Executive Res.#B91/12)
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Moved by:Ben Cachola
Seconded by:Maria Augimeri
THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) Admitt
May 23, 2012, as outlined in Attachment 1, be approved;
THAT facility access associated with the TRCA Admittance Policy
Procedures take precedence over the current Fee Schedule for Pub
Programming and that this policy be referred to in future Fee Sc
AND FURTHER THAT the Operational Procedures, dated May 23, 2012,
Attachment 2, be received.
CARRIED
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SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD
RES.#A147/12 -SUMMARY OF PROCUREMENTS
Mid-year Review - January 1, 2012 to June 30, 2012. Receipt of t
mid-year summary of procurements approved by the Chief Administr
Officer or his designate.
Moved by:Ben Cachola
Seconded by:Glenn De Baeremaeker
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT the summary of Toronto and Region Conserv
(TRCA) procurements approved by the Chief Administrative Officer
the period January 1, 2012 to June 30, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #5/05, held on June 24, 2005, Resolution #A124/05 approved the
Purchasing Policy, and resolved, in part, as follows:
...staff report to the Business Excellence Advisory Board semi-annually with a list of all
Requests for Quotations and Requests for Proposals approved by t
Administrative Officer pursuant to Schedule 'A'...;
Pursuant to the resolution quoted above, the summaries of Reques
Requests for Proposals from January 1, 2012 to June 30, 2012, ar
3, respectively. The report includes approvals of $10,000 or gr
limit under the policy, falling within the purview of the Chief
designate.
Attachment 1 includes the criteria as to why non-competitive proc
the particular goods or services procured, as per Section 1.14 of TRCA's Purchasing Policy.
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As permitted under the approved policy, the Chief Administrative
staff, generally including director and manager level positions,
up to $10,000 (including HST not recoverable by TRCA).
The total purchases (including contingencies) approved by the Ch
Officer/designate from January 1 to June 30, 2012 was as follows
Procurements
(Plus HST)
$
Sole Source333,591.49
Lowest Bid/Competitive3,165,898,66
Not Lowest Bid11,040.00
TOTAL3,510,530.15
Email: kstranks@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264
Email: kstranks@trca.on.ca
Date: July 4, 2012
Attachments: 3
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Attachment 1
TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
PURCHASING POLICY
Section 1.14Non - Competitive Procurement Process
A non-competitive procurement process shall only be used if one o
conditions apply and a process of negotiation is undertaken to o
Authorized Buyers are authorized to enter into negotiations
circumstances for the TRCA.
without formal competitive bids, under the following circumstanc
1.The goods and services are only available from one source or o
of:
A statutory or market based monopoly
A fluctuating market prevents the TRCA from obtaining price prote
market conditions, required goods or services are in short suppl
Existence of exclusive rights (patent, copyright or licence)
Need for compatibility with goods and services previously acquir
reasonable alternatives, substitutes or accommodations
Need to avoid violating warranties and guarantees where service
2.An attempt to purchase the required goods and services has been m
using a competitive method and has failed to identify a successf
3.When the extension or reinstatement of an existing contract wo
cost-effective or beneficial. The extension shall not exceed on
4.The goods and services are required as a result of an emergenc
reasonably permit the use of the other methods permitted.
5.The required goods and services are to be supplied by a partic
having special knowledge, skills, expertise or experience that c
any other supplier.
6.Any other sole or single source purchase permitted under the provy
including those noted in Schedule ÓBÔ.
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Attachment 2
REQUESTS FOR QUOTATION
Lowest Bid (up to $100,000)
Project/ProductAwarded BidderCost Not to ExceedNumber of
($)Quotations
Plus HSTRequested/
Complete Bids
Received
Standard First Aid Training & RecertificationHespro EMP Canada Services 12,711.003/3
Ltd.+10% contingency
Detailed Design Drawings & Construction Cost GD Jewell Engineering Inc.69,067.005/2
Estimates for Two Pedestrian Bridges - +10% contingency
Claireville Conservation Area Inter-Regional Trail
BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE
Cable Replacement to Shoreham Drive Ainsworth37,647.004/2
Transformer
Snider Drive Shed and Cider Mill Restoration Byte Construction Limited43,920.004/1
and Building Stabilization+ 10% contingency
Repair & Construction Worl for Slaughter HouseByte Construction Limited17,850.004/2
+10% contingency
Repair, Painting & Animal Proofing of Harness G.V. Miller Custom 12,310.003/2
ShopContracting+10% contingency
Restoration & Repair Work to Tinsmith ShopD & L Laurin Construction31,634.943/2
+10% contingency
Replacement of a Faulty Fire Hydrant & Nor-Line Plumbing & 19,055.003/3
Installation of Water Line to the Grain BarnMechanical Ltd.+10% contingency
MIMICO WATERFRONT LINEAR PARK
Supply & Delivery of 700 Tonnes of Glenn Windrem Trucking16,100.004/3
100mm-200mm Gabion Stone by Triaxle Truck+2,000.00 contingency
Supply & Delivery of Approximately 2,000 Nelson Aggregates Co.55,000.0010/4
Tonnes of 100mm-200mm Cobble Stone by
+6,000.00 contingency
Triaxle Truck
Supply & Delivery of Approximately 875 Tonnes CDR Young Aggregates Inc.47,197.506/4
of 2-4 Tonne Stackable Armourstone+5,000.00 contingency
Supply & Delivery of Approximately 1,750 Strada Aggregates34,037.506/3
Tonnes of Concrete Sand+4,000.00 contingency
Supply & Delivery of Approximately 500 Tonnes Strada Aggregates14,250.0010/4
of 100mm-200mm Gabion Stone by Tri-axle +1,000.00 contingency
Truck
Supply & Delivery of Approximately 1,700 Lafarge Aggregates28,050.0010/5
Tonnes of 19mm Crusher Run by Tri-axle Truck
+3,000.00 contingency
Relocation of Grand Harbour GazeboMcPherson-Andrews 81,680.004/4
Contracting Limited+8,000.00 contingency
KORTRIGHT CENTRE FOR CONSERVATION
Kortright Water Well & Hand Pump InstallationOntario Well Drilling Ltd.8,000.00Contract
Extension
Purchase & Installation of Ultrafiltration System Aquasoft Water Centre12,500.003/2
for the Greenworks Building
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REQUESTS FOR QUOTATION
Lowest Bid (up to $100,000)
Awarded BidderCost Not to ExceedNumber of
Project/Product
($)Quotations
Plus HSTRequested/
Complete Bids
Received
YONGE - YORK MILLS CHANNEL PROJECT
Concrete Panel Restoration (Reach 1)McPherson-Andrews 9,992.003/3
Contracting Limited+3,000.00 contingency
Supply & Delivery of Approximately 1,000 D. Crupi & Sons Limited10,200.008/5
Tonnes of Recycled Concrete 19mm Crusher +2,500.00 contingency
Run (Reach 3)
Supply & Delivery of Approximately 660 Tonnes Strada Aggregates Inc.15,180.008/3
of 150mm-300mm Gabion Stone (Reach 3)+2,000.00 contingency
Off Site Disposal of Woody DebrisVia Disposal Service Co. Ltd.12,025.007/2
+3,000.00 contingency
Supply of One Three-person Crew of Certified Barricade Traffic Services14,400.002/2
Traffic Control Operators+2,000.00 contingency
Erosion and Sediment Control ProductsTerrafix Geosynthetics 3,710.64Contract
Extension
Supply of One Extra Certified Traffic Control Barricade Traffic Services6,600.00Contract
PersonExtension
Digital Topographic Base Mapping for Lake First Base Solutions8,350.002/2
Wilcox Area
1083 BEACHPOINT PROMENANDE
Asbestos Abatement & RemovalPriestly Demolition 28,127.007/4
Incorporated
+3,000.00 contingency
Rental of One Operated Hydraulic ExcavatorPriestly Demolitions Inc.10,445.004/3
+1,135.00 contingency
Rental & Disposal of Ten 40-yard Garbage BinsVia Disposal Service Co. Ltd.12,945.003/3
+1,300.00 contingency
ROUGE PARK PROPERTIES
Bathroom Renovations at 9 Reesor RoadBenedetto Plumbing Inc.11,800.006/3
+10% contingency
Roof & Eaves Replacement at 7401 Reesor B.W. Doucette Roofing9,508.256/2
Road+10% contingency
Roof Replacement at 2273 Meadowvale RoadTony K. Aluminum/Roofing11,022.504/3
+10% contingency
MUD CREEK EROSION CONTROL PROJECT
Design & Delivery of Supplies for Creek Bypass Xylem Water Solutions35,356.003/3
System for Mud Creek Erosion Control Project
+3,600.00 contingency
Rental of One Operated Hydraulc Excavator & Galcon Marine Limited67,980.007/3
One Rubber Tire Loader+7,000.00 contingency
Supply and Delivery of 100mm - 200mm Gabion Nelson Aggregate Company27,580.009/4
Stone by Triaxle Truck+2,800.00 contingency
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REQUESTS FOR QUOTATION
Lowest Bid (up to $100,000)
Project/ProductAwarded BidderCost Not to ExceedNumber of
($)Quotations
Plus HSTRequested/
Complete Bids
Received
Update Floodplain Maps for Section of East R.J. Burnside & Associates 13,487.003/2
Humber River from Lake Wilcox to Bathurst Limited+1,350.00 contingency
Street
149 Chesterton Shores Demolition Project - Envirosafe Incorporated10,500.006/6
Asbestos Abatement & Removal+2,000.00 contingency
Supply & Delivery of 150mm-300mm Fowler Construction Company 12,080.00Contract
RoundstoneLimitedExtension
EAST DON RIVER SOUTH OF FINCH AVENUE EAST BANK RESTORATION
Supply and Delivery of Approximately 400 J.C. Rock Limited19,200.008/2
Tonnes of 2-4 Tonne Stackable Armour Stone
+ 2,000.00 contingency
Supply and Delivery of Approximately 400 Miller Paving Limited11,180.008/3
Tonnes of Stackable 100mm-200mm Gabion + 1,200.00 contingency
Stone
Rental of One Operated Hydraulic Excavator Dynex Construction Limited $51,100.007/4
and One Rubber Tire Loader+18,400.00
contingency
Asphalt Paving WorksBryron Contracting Limited21,310.006/6
+2,500.00 contingency
MEADOWCLIFFE DRIVE EROSION CONTROL PROJECT
Supply & Delivery of approximately 1,800 Glenn Windrem Trucking84,600.009/3
Tonnes of 4-6 Tonne Stackable Armourstone+8,500.00 contingency
Supply & Delivery of approximately 1,500 Dufferin Aggregates39,525.009/6
Tonnes of 225mm-450mm Rip Rap Stone
+4,000.00 contingency
Horse Drawn Wagon Rides for the Sugarbush Tiger Paw Exotics22,600.0010/4
Maple Syrup Festival at Kortright Centre for +10% contingency
Conservation and Bruce's Mill Conservation
Area
PARTNERS IN PROJECT GREEN
Case Study FilmingPowerline Films20,400.004/3
Venue Facilities & Refreshments for Training & Centre for Health and Safety 10,000.0030/4
Networking EventsInnovation
Venue Facilities & Refreshments for Training & International Centre10,000.0030/4
Networking Events
Caledon Canada Day Pyrotechnics DisplayNorth Star Fireworks 11,504.433/1
Entertainment Inc.
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REQUESTS FOR QUOTATION
Lowest Bid (up to $100,000)
Awarded BidderCost Not to ExceedNumber of
Project/Product
($)Quotations
Plus HSTRequested/
Complete Bids
Received
ACQUISITION OF VEHICLES/EQUIPMENT
One 2012 Extend Cab TruckBolton Motor Products28,456.0014/6
One Service VanHumberview NCV29,711.208/8
One Compact SUVParkway Honda30,121.9515/5
One 4x4 Chassis Cab Truck with Hydraulic City Buick Chevrolet Cadillac 36,192.2014/6
Dump BoxGMC Ltd.
Two New Kubota RTV900 Worksite Utility Kooy Brothers Lawn 31,325.005/2
VehiclesEquipment Limited
One New Kubota F3680 4WD Front MowerKooy Brothers Lawn 33,393.005/2
Equipment Limited
Three New John Deer 1445 Front MowersHutchinson Farm Supply57,876.006/2
One John Deer 5065E Tractor/LoaderHutchinson Farm Supply35,609.007/2
One New 2012 Midsize 4x4 Pick-up TruckBrimell Toyota28,397.3515/5
One New 2012 Compact Hatchback AutomobileYorkdale Toyota18,741.2015/5
One New 2012 Full Size Pick-up TruckEast-Court Ford Lincoln Sales25,756.0015/5
Glen Haffy Conservation Area - Fish Food Martin Mills Inc.35,000.002/2
Supply+10% contingency
Head Office South Office Building InsulationAir Seal Insulators Inc.14,450.005/4
Bathurst Glen Golf Course / Bruce's Mill Armstrong Petroleum LTD.18,000.003/3
Conservation Area - Supply and Delivery of Fuel
2012 Cleaning & Washroom Supplies for all Rally Distribution75,000.006/4
Parks and Culture Facilities+10% contingency
Lake St. George Field Centre - Supply & Summers and Smith Heating 38,899.007/2
Installation of Ductless Split Air Conditioners in and Cooling Limited
Davies Hall
2012 Bathroom Products for Head Office, Mr. Janitorial Supplies21,000.003/3
Downsview Office, Boyd Office & Restoration +10% contingency
Services Centre
Supplier of Safety FootwearImagewear by Mark's Work 25,000.002/2
Wearhouse
KLEINBURG NEW FOREST NORTH TRAILS
Supply and Delivery of Approximately 2500 Strada Aggregates46,000.003/3
Tonnes of 19mm Crushed Limestone Aggregate
Supply and Delivery of Approximately 400 Strada Aggregates6,360.003/3
Tonnes of Limestone Screenings
Removal and Replacment of Porch Roof and Meridian Construction Inc.47,820.007/4
Deck Components at Former Maciver Property
+3,000.00 contingency
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REQUESTS FOR QUOTATION
Lowest Bid (up to $100,000)
Awarded BidderCost Not to ExceedNumber of
Project/Product
($)Quotations
Plus HSTRequested/
Complete Bids
Received
BATHURST GLEN GOLF COURSE
Golf Carts RentalBennett Golf Carts15,000.003/2
+10% contingency
Course Hardware, Pest Control Products & AllTurf Ltd.15,000.004/3
Grass Seed+10% contingency
WILKET CREEK EMERGENCY WORKS
Supply & Installation of 19mm Limestone Bryron Contracting Limited17,295.006/6
Crusher Run & Asphalt Paving at Sites 6 & 7+2,000.00 contingency
Albion Hills & Heart Lake Aquatic Facilities - Water and Ice North America 16,132.004/4
Supply of Commercial Pool HeatersInc.+10% contingency
Asphalt Paving Works at Taylor Creek ParkMopal Construction Ltd.22,012.506/6
+2,500.00 contingency
PETTICOAT CREEK CONSERVATION AREA AQUATIC FACILITY
Supply & Installation of Slides & Rubber ABC Recreation LTD.58,031.005/1
Surfacing
+ 10% contingency
Entrance Unit PavingLandVision Contracting 28,050.00biddingo/10
Limited+10% contingency
PORTICO DRIVE MAJOR MAINTENANCE PROJECT
Supply and Delivery of 300mm - 600mm Fowler Construction Company 32,500.00contract
BouldersLimitedextension
Supply and Delivery of 150mm - 300mm Fowler Construction Company 15,250.00contract
BouldersLimitedextension
Water Line Installation at Bruce's Mill Somerville Co. Limited15,000.003/3
Conservation Area+10% contingency
PORT UNION WATERFRONT PARK (PHASE 2)
Supply and Delivery of Approximately 500 Strada Aggregates9,125.008/7
Tonnes of Granular A (19mm Crusher Run)+1,000.00 contingency
Strada Aggregates10,950.008/7
Supply and Delivery of Approximately 600 +1,000.00 contingency
Tonnes of Granular B (Crushed Limestone)
Purchase of 12 New Water Level Sensors for Rice Engineering and 22,044.922/2
Stream Flow Monitoring NetworkOperating Ltd.+2,500.00 contingency
Claireville Dam Asbestor and Mould RemovalJMX Environmental 26,500.007/7
Incorporated+5,000.00 contingency
Supply & Delivery of Approximately 1,500 Canadian Building Materials 24,675.008/7
Tonnes of Granular A (19mm Crusher Run)(CBM) Aggregates+2,000.00 contingency
Supply & Delivery of Approximately 2,000 Glenn Windrem Trucking61,800.008/2
Tonnes of 75-200mm Cobble Stone
+6,000.00 contingency
Supply & Delivery of Sediment Erosion Control Terrafix Geosynthetics Inc.14,663.743/3
Measures for Alfred Kuehne Boulevard Stream +10% contingency
Realignment & Restoration Project
TOTAL2,441,575.36
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REQUESTS FOR PROPOSAL
Competitive Bid (up to $100,000)
Awarded BidderCost Not to ExceedNumber of
Project/Product
($)Quotations
Plus HSTRequested/
Complete Bids
Received
3030-3068 Weston Road Erosion Risk AnalysisStantec Consulting Ltd.18,483.005/4
+1,200.00 allowance
for additional borehole
+4,000.00 contingency
PARTNERS IN PROJECT GREEN
Energy Leaders Consortium Facilitation360 Energy Inc.58,800.0026/6
Energy Leaders Consortium Energy MonitoringInnovative Solultions Inc.30,920.0036/11
Conduct Construction Risk Mitigation & Impact Stephenson Engineering 50,066.008/1
assessment for Properties Along 30-48 Rouge Limited
+5,000.00 contingency
Rouge Trail, Toronto
Detailed Design & Specifications for AECOM Canada Limited5,200.00Contract
Construction of Steel Pedestrian Bridge - Extension
Contract Extension at Port Union Waterfront
Improvement Project (Phase 2)
Website & Application Support & Development Three Wise Men Inc.46,000.00Biddingo/2
Services for TRCA Managed Websites
Climate Change and Water Resources: National ESSA Technologies Ltd.129,775.908/8
Water Adaptation Guidance Best Practices
Compendium
Mimico Waterfront Park Project (Phase 2) - Stephenson Engineering Ltd.21,751.007/4
Complete Detailed Design for Power Service,
Distribution & Pathway Lighting, & option for
Geotechnical Testing, if Required
Phase 3 Stormwater Modelling Services for Aquafor Beech Limited24,345.003/3
County Court SNAP
Seaton Improvement Project - Geotechnical DBA Engineering Ltd.12,150.004/2
Investigation Services for Construction of Steel
Staircase
Detailed Design & Specifications for Water, Stephenson Engineering Ltd.33,153.006/3
Sanitary & Hydro Servicing at Tommy +6,000.00 additional
Thompson Park Infrastructure Projecttesting
+3,500.00 contingency
LAKEVIEW WATERFRONT CONNECTION COORDINATED PROJECT ENVIRONMENTAL
Undertake Third Party Facilitator ServicesHardy Stevenson and 50,747.00biddingo.com/4
Associates+20% contingency
Marine Archaeology ServicesScarlett Janusas 63,265.004/1
Archaeological and Heritage
+20% contingency
Consulting and Education
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REQUESTS FOR PROPOSAL
Competitive Bid (up to $100,000)
Awarded BidderCost Not to ExceedNumber of
Project/Product
($)Quotations
Plus HSTRequested/
Complete Bids
Received
Erosion Risk Assessment at the Rear of 4 to 14 Terraprobe Inc.25,530.005/4
Hardwood Gate, Toronto
Slope Stability Assessment & Erosion Risk Sarafinchin Associates Limited12,315.005/4
Analysis of Scarborough Bluffs along 26 to 30 +1,250.00 contingency
Livingston Road, Toronto
Frenchman's Bay Harbour Entrance - Marine Scarlett Janusas 16,450.004/1
Archaeology ServicesArchaeological and Heritage +20% contingency
Consulting and Education
Detailed Design for Bank Stabilization Works, Aquafor Beech Ltd.20,230.007/6
Highland Creek+2,500.00 contingency
Filming & Video Production for Lake Wilcox Powerline Films25,000.008/6
SNAP Front Yard Makeovers &
Neighbourhood-wide Residential
Eco-landscaping Program
Economic Costs of Not Adapting to Climate Econometric Research 30,600.008/1
Change Phase 1 (ORCCC)Limited
TOTAL724,323.30
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REQUESTS FOR QUOTATION
Lowest Bid Not Accepted (up to $25,000)
Awarded BidderCost Not to ExceedNumber of
Project/Product
($)Quotations
Plus HSTRequested/
Complete Bids
Received
PARTNERS IN PROJECT GREEN
Filming & Editing Services for Event & Training Images Made Real11,040.004/3
Filming
TOTAL11,040.00
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REQUESTS FOR QUOTATION
Sole Source (up to $50,000)
Awarded BidderCost Not to ExceedSole Source
Project/Product
($)Criteria
Plus HST(Section 1.14
of TRCA's
Purchasing
Policy)
Heart Lake Conservation Area - Outdoor Pool Griffin Koerth20,000.005
Deck Forensic Engineering Services
+10% contingency
Two Month Rental of Crawler Carrier (Reach 3) Hub Equipment Inc.11,000.001
at York - York Mills Channel Project+2,250.00 contingency
Processing Fish Tissue Samples for 2012 Sport Chuck Cox20,000.005
Fish Contaminant Project
Senior Climate Scientist & Advisor to Ontario Neil Comer9,734.515
Regional Climate Change Consortium
Partners in Project Green Website MaintenanceWirelessLinx Inc.10,000.003 & 5
New Canadian Environmental Work Experience Career Edge18,340.005
Program
Job Search Workshops to M2P for ACCES Employment10,512.005
Environmental Professionals Program Clients
Telemetry Fish TagsVEMCO13,925.005
Native Grassland Enhancements at Bob Hunter Rural Lambton Stewardship 40,000.005
Memorial Park, Claireville CA & Gatineau Network
Corridor
Workplace Communciation Training for M2P JVS Toronto16,011.005
Clients
Hotel to Host Mainstream: The National Water Marriott Toronto 19,380.004
Adaptation to Climate Change ForumBloor-Yorkville
Purchase of Mike Flood Hydraulic Modelling DHI Water & Environment19,085.005
Package
630 Square Metres of Vast Permeable IOWAT35,398.231
Intrelocking Recycled Rubber Composite
Pavers for Kortright Green Parking Retrofity
630 Square Metres of Permeable Interlocing Eco-flex34,955.751
Recycled Rubber Composity Pavers for
Kortright Green Parking Retrofity
Printing Draft Proposed Source Protection Plan Swiss Print International11,000.005
& Approved Credit Valley Source Protection
Area Assessment Report
TOTAL293,591.49
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REQUESTS FOR PROPOSAL
Sole Source (up to $50,000)
Project/ProductAwarded BidderCost Not to ExceedSole Source
Criteria
($)
Plus HST
PARTNERS IN PROJECT GREEN
Delivery of Eco-Efficieny Program for Food Guelph Food Technology 15,000.005
ProcessorsCentre
Management & Delivery of Sustainability High Power Solutions Inc.25,000.005
Consortiums
TOTAL40,000.00
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RES.#A148/12 -GOOD NEWS STORIES
Overview of Toronto and Region Conservation Authority activities
April - June, 2012.
Moved by:Ronald Chopowick
Seconded by:Glenn Mason
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT the summary of Good News Stories from Apr
be received.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
As per Authority direction during 2006, a report covering highlig
Conservation Authority's (TRCA) activities is provided to the Au
stories for April - June, 2012 are as follows:
April
Sunny Days fundraising event raised approximately $30,000 for Cl
will be used to improve accessibility to TRCA lands in the Duffi
Completed two major maintenance projects with more than $400,000
Resources (MNR) funding.
Black Creek SNAP (Sustainable Neighbourhood Retrofit Action Plan
Vital Ideas grant from Toronto Community Foundation.
Goose tracking system by cellphone is up and running, and data i
Twenty collars are being used in Toronto, as part of a larger Ca
study.
500 people involved in Port Lands Acceleration Initiative consul
Undertaking major project for Infrastructure Ontario this year o
will cost approximately $11 million dollars and include soil rem
landform and landscaping.
At the first annual meeting of The Living City Foundation, the 51
foundation, four new board members were elected. The foundation
than ever before and better reflects the community.
Authority approves 2012 budget totalling $103.1 million to implem
and projects.
Over 650 employees from Pearson Eco-Business Zone companies atte
planting in Etobicoke Creek watershed.
TRCA to present our watershed management model in the Philippine
Enbridge Gas and Trout Unlimited announced one year investment o
$200,000 in Duffins watershed for habitat improvements and commu
The Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival at Bruce's Mill and Kortright
successful season attracting 43,000 visitors.
Staff has done approximately 40 interviews with landowners in th
(FVA) in the vicinity of Pickering Beach, on how to deal with re
pleased with this hands-on approach.
McMichael Canadian Art Collection and 300 guests participated in
Event.
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May
Town of Ajax Council endorsed the Lower Carruthers Municipal Cla
protection and the planning approach to provide for the future r
spillway and flexible approach to the regulation of floodplain l
Two major projects with a combined value of $3 million were comp
City of Toronto; Wilket Creek Park Phase 2 Emergency Works and G
Management Plan Implementation Project. At Wilket Creek 300 m of channel reconstruction,
including infrastructure protection, the replacement of two brid
40 m boardwalk to protect an ephemeral wetland were implemented.At Glen Stewart
Ravine trail improvements for the protection of the ecologically
improve user accessibility, were completed through the installat
with a lookout platform, the replacement of a 27 m high staircas
fencing and granular trail.
Launched Black Creek's 4th beer in the LCBO which is selling ver
Ale received 91/100 rating from the Globe and Mail. Black Creek P
Brewers Award as best North American style pale ale.
A juvenile Atlantic salmon was caught by Restoration Services sta
monitoring of the lower Don River. Native Atlantic salmon have
River for over a century and is a potentially significant find f
re-introduction program.
Hosted 150 Durham Catholic School gifted elementary students and
their dig days at Lost Brant site (Lake Wilcox) as part of their
Boyd Archaeological Field School will run for its 35th year, thr
Approved to be on Huron-Wendat site in Duffins watershed with Boy
School students in August.
Green Home Makeover ribbon cutting and street party were both we
host additional tours for those that could not be accommodated a
Bathurst Glen Golf Course's annual Audubon audit was held and re
use by 20%.
Partners in Project Green Annual Report was released and over 3,
engaged in energy conservation measures in 2011, saving 46,479 M
3
of natural gas.
3.5 m
The Tommy Thompson Park (TTP) Bird festival was a huge success h
participants engaged in bird walks, workshops and activities.
TTP Banding Lab banded a very rare townsendÔs warbler Ï a black-
hybrid. Only five have ever been reported in Canada.
In partnership with Region of Peel and Credit Valley Conservatio
Reference for the Lakeview Waterfront Project EA was submitted f
TRCA hockey team won the conservation authorities hockey tournam
in a row.
Phase I of retrofit at Kortright is complete, with the forced ai
source heat pump. The deck has been completed so visitors can w
time in years.
Rouge National Urban Park approved for $143 million over 10 year
run by Parks Canada. Rouge Park Alliance will be retired at the
the transitional manager. Parks Canada will appoint a transitio
Metcalf Foundation provides $30,000 for the Toronto Urban Farm.
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TRCA has been selected to be a member of the Toronto Food Policy
300 students, teachers and the Richmond Hill Rotary Club pitch i
Oak Ridges Corridor Park.
A new TRCA corporate logo and watermark was approved. The new lo
use later this year, has evolved from the existing logo with a n
lettering that represent today's TRCA while recognizing our rich
19th Paddle the Don raised over $70,000 with approximately 900 p
volunteering.
June
Black Creek Pioneer Village welcomed over 22,000 school students
and June alone. BCPV will have many more attending our new summe
Major repair work has been carried out on buildings at Black Cre
Snider Drive Shed and Edgeley Slaughter House have both had a "f
forward to the next forty years.
At Black Creek Pioneer Village, a new patio has been constructed
House. Visitors will now be able to enjoy a meal from the restau
ale from the Black Creek Historic Brewery, outside under the sha
The Province of Ontario recently announced renewed funding for P
With funding from the Province and Government of Canada, these p
skilled newcomers since 2006 to get licensed and find employment
expertise. For the period December 1, 2011 to May 31, 2014 thes
90 new clients with a background in engineering, planning, ecolo
develop the technical, cultural and/or language skills required
and retaining employment in their field.
The Living City Foundation and TRCA were pleased to host over 20
employees in three community days events across the region.
1.Canoers paddled in the Humber River and learned about this great
and vital link to Canada's fresh water source on World Environme
2.Over 100 employees were engaged at Kortright Centre for Conserva
testing experiments that explored a number of factors making up
along with planting and learning about sustainable agriculture a
farm.
3.Another 50 employees painted 245 yellow fish symbols next to the
the streets in Scarborough and distributed 1,500 flyers to their
times the work of past community groups.
The W. Garfield Weston Foundation donated close to one million d
various education programs, including: The Weston Family Environ
Tomorrow Program at three TRCA facilities; the expansion of this
field centres across Ontario; and the Monarch Teachers Network C
program.
TRCA received $100,000 from the Federation of Canadian Municipal
of Caledon in creating the Coleraine West Eco-Business Park in B
160 people attended the second annual Erosion and Sediment Contr
Workshop.
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Through the Peel EcoSchools Project, 167 schools in the Region o
successfully certified in the Ontario EcoSchools program this ye
Project is managed and supported by TRCA, with funding from the
Strategy.
TRCA produced the Peel EcoSchools Celebration Video, which was d
certified Ontario EcoSchools in the Region of Peel. The video fe
Minister of Education, The Honourable Laurel Broten, as well as
from both school boards. A provincial version was also created and made available to
schools participating in the program across Ontario.
In a decision released June 2012, the Mining and Lands Commissio
policies for valleyland protection and dismissed an appeal of a
build a structure located on the valley slopes at a Banbury Road
Planning and Development staff concluded review of a new French
proposed by the Conseil Scholaire Viamonde. The site design and
will provide for extensive renaturalization of the adjacent Gana
and a clean storm water infiltration system that will help conse
communities.
TRCA agreed to assist the City of Toronto on an Impact Assessmen
Waterfront Trail Connection, and Environmental Assessments for:
Humber Bay Landform;
Amberlea Creek Erosion Control Project;
Ashbridge's Bay;
Eastern Beaches;
East Don Trail.
Tiger muskie (pike/muskellunge cross) found for first time in To
For the fifth year, TRCA staff took part in the 24hrs of Summer
race at Albion Hills. The TRCA Tree Fairies managed a respectab
the club category. Team members issued a challenge within the d
environmental community to participate in the race and some sust
In addition to TRCA, seven teams from consulting firms participa
individuals.
TRCA Racers tied for first place in the 2012 Oak Ridges Moraine
Underdogs finished in 26th place.
Report prepared by: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264
Emails: kstranks@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264
Emails: kstranks@trca.on.ca, rcalpito@trca.on.ca
Date: July 12, 2012
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RES.#A149/12 -IN THE NEWS
Overview of Toronto and Region Conservation Authority activities
June, 2012.
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Moved by:Ronald Chopowick
Seconded by:Glenn Mason
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT the summary of media coverage from April
received.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
As per Authority direction during 2006, a report covering highlig
Conservation Authority's (TRCA) news coverage for the preceding
the Authority every few months. The stories for April - June, 20
Media Coverage Highlights
A search on a news archives database (FPInfomart) for the period
mentioned Toronto and Region Conservation or Black Creek Pioneer
media hits. These results only reflect a portion of media cover
monitor some online media, some broadcast, smaller community pap
publications. The highlights are examples of noteworthy media c
To raise awareness about Paddle the Don, media were invited once
the event first had. Media participants included: 680 News, News
and Now, Discovery Channel, Don Valley Girls Bloggers, Outdoor C
and Globe and Mail. Media coverage from the Globe and Mail appea
print story with accompanying photo title ÑUpstream fight, but t
the DonÑ on May 7 and Toronto Star column ÑThrills and spills on
DonÒ on May 12; raised awareness about the Don River and the Pa
Interviews on 680 News, Newstalk1010 and Rogers TV Daytime Toron
days leading up to the event.
TRCA was mentioned in many print and broadcast news stories in t
and June, regarding a request for the sale of a parcel of park l
TRCA Media Management assisted in providing information and coor
interviews. From the stories, TRCAÔs role as on of TorontoÔs lar
and protector of greenspace was brought to the forefront. Media
tight deadlines and were very appreciative of TRCAÔs cooperation
information on a timely basis.
Rogers Daytime Toronto filmed two segments at Black Creek Pionee
Summer in the City episodes. The segments air on July 6, July 20August 4, August 17
and August 31 on Rogers TV Channel 10.
A tour of Ñbirds in the cityÒ with a TRCA expert was arranged forr
during the week leading up to the Tommy Thompson Park Spring Bir
result was a half page story ÑSong bird 'superhighway' runs thro
Local community media relations were the focus for the Green Hom
Cutting event held on May 16. The event drew media coverage fro
Peel Region, Brampton Guardian, Municipal Information Network ne
eieihomes.com. Brampton Guardian also did several interviews for
story that will analyze why more homeowners are not embracing gr
reasons, the policies and the overall climate for green innovatiA story is also being
submitted to Green Building and Sustainable Strategies Magazine
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Green Buildings and Sustainable Solutions Magazine published TRC
ÑThe Living City Campus hosts CanadaÔs Outdoor Photovoltaic Test
The launch of the Grow Me Instead Nursery Outreach Campaign medi
success. Media coverage was secured from: Omni News, Yonge Street Media, CBC
Radio Metro Morning, CBC Radio Ontario Morning, CBC Radio InternA
tour of native/invasive plants in the GTA was also organized for
the half page feature story ÑInvasive Plants Taking over Landsca
coverage helped to raise awareness about choosing native plants
Several TRCA experts and spokesperson from Toronto Waterfront Re
Corporation participated in a CBC French TV two hour special fea
the "health" of the St. Lawrence River from Lake Ontario to the
were coordinated over two days to showcase good examples of wate
projects. Spokespeople took the crew to: waterfront habitats, Sp
wavedeck/wetland, Toronto Island wetlands and Tommy Thompson Par
documentary is tentatively set to air in mid-November.
On June 29th, a tour of Black Creek Pioneer Village was given to
Amaury Jr. Television Show out of Brazil. The crew made stops at
Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver. The show is targeted to the uppe
audience in Brazil, airing a variety of entertainment options to
Black Creek Historic Brewery continues to make news with two ann
period. A new series of historic beers available at LCBOs was announced aa
new series of limited edition ales available only onsite. Positi
Creek Historic Beer were received from the Globe and Mail, May 1
Newspaper (University of Toronto student paper), May 1st. Black Creek Historic
Brewery's Pale Ale won People's Choice in the North American Pal
Canadian Brewing Awards 2012. Several beer bloggers including: C
and Great Canadian Beer Blog, also give positive reviews about t
Report prepared by: Rowena Calpito, extension 5632
Email: rcalpito@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Rowena Calpito, extension 5632
Email: rcalpito@trca.on.ca
Date: April 24, 2012
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RES.#A150/12 -WATERSHED COMMITTEE MINUTES
Moved by:David Barrow
Seconded by:Ronald Chopowick
THAT Section IV items AUTH8.5.1 - AUTH8.5.3, inclusive, in regar
Committee Minutes, be received.
CARRIED
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Section IV Items AUTH8.5.1 - AUTH8.5.3
DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL
Minutes of Meeting #5/12, held on May 10, 2012
HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE
Minutes of Meeting #2/12, held on June 12, 2012
ROUGE PARK ALLIANCE
Minutes of Meeting #2/12, held on April 20, 2012.
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RES.#A151/12 -SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD
Moved by:Glenn De Baeremaeker
Seconded by:Linda Pabst
THAT Section IV item EX9.1 - Black Creek Historic Brewery contai
Committee Minutes #5/12, held on July 6, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
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ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
RES.#A152/12 -ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
Moved by:Richard Whitehead
Seconded by:Michael Di Biase
THAT Ontario Regulation 166/06 items EX10.1 - EX10.141, containe
Committee Minutes #5/12, held on July 6, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
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TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11:28 a.m., on Friday, July
Gerri Lynn O'ConnorBrian Denney
Chair
Secretary-Treasurer
/ks
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MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #7/12
September 28, 2012
The Authority Meeting #7/12, was held in Weston Room B, Black C
on Friday, September 28, 2012. The Chair Gerri Lynn O'Connor, c
order at 9:40 a.m.
PRESENT
Maria AugimeriVice Chair
David BarrowMember
Ben CacholaMember
Bob CallahanMember
Vincent CrisantiMember
Glenn De BaeremaekerMember
Jack HeathMember
Mujeeb KhanMember
Gloria Lindsay LubyMember
Glenn MasonMember
Mike MattosMember
Gerri Lynn O'ConnorChair
Linda PabstMember
John ParkerMember
Anthony PerruzzaMember
Dave RyanMember
Cynthia ThorburnMember
Jim ToveyMember
Richard WhiteheadMember
ABSENT
Paul AinslieMember
Ronald ChopowickMember
Michael Di BiaseMember
Chris FonsecaMember
Colleen JordanMember
Chin LeeMember
Peter MilczynMember
Gino RosatiMember
John SprovieriMember
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RES.#A153/12 - MINUTES
Moved by: Bob Callahan
Seconded by: Linda Pabst
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #6/12, held on July 27, 2012, be app
CARRIED
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PRESENTATIONS
(a)A presentation by Mike Fenning, Senior Manager, Conservation Land
Services, TRCA, in regard to item AUTH7.7 - Greenlands Acquisiti
2011-2015.
(b)A presentation by Sameer Dhalla, Senior Manager, Water Resource Engineering, TRCA,
in regard to item EX7.9 - Stormwater Management Criteria Documen
RES.#A154/12 -PRESENTATIONS
Moved by:Glenn De Baeremaeker
Seconded by:Jim Tovey
THAT above-noted presentation (a) be received.
CARRIED
RES.#A155/12 -PRESENTATIONS
Moved by:Jim Tovey
Seconded by:Glenn Mason
THAT above-noted presentation (b) be received.
CARRIED
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CORRESPONDENCE
(a)A letter dated September 24, 2012 from Councillor Gloria Lindsay
in regard to the future governance of the Toronto Zoo. Also provided for the information
of the Authority Members is the September 5, 2012 report from th
Future of Toronto Zoo Governance.
RES.#A156/12 -CORRESPONDENCE
Moved by:Gloria Lindsay Luby
Seconded by:Glenn De Baeremaeker
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THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) request th
not proceed with the REOI for the Toronto Zoo;
AND FURTHER THAT the correspondence be referred to the TRCA Exec
for consideration.
RECORDED VOTE
Maria AugimeriYea
David BarrowYea
Ben CacholaYea
Yea
Bob Callahan
Glenn De BaeremaekerYea
Jack HeathYea
Mujeeb KhanYea
Yea
Gloria Lindsay Luby
Glenn MasonYea
Mike MattosYea
Gerri Lynn O'ConnorYea
Yea
Linda Pabst
John ParkerNay
Anthony PerruzzaYea
Dave RyanYea
Cynthia ThorburnNay
Jim ToveyYea
Richard WhiteheadYea
THE MOTION WASCARRIED
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CORRESPONDENCE (A)
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SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION
RES.#A157/12 -INLAND FILL, CLAIREVILLE WESTERN BUFFER
Approval to enter into an agreement for clean inland fill.
Moved by:Dave Ryan
Seconded by:Glenn De Baeremaeker
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) enter into
Condrain Group to accept placement of clean surplus topsoil on T
Claireville Conservation Area to create an enhanced reforestatio
archaeological and municipal approvals;
THAT the fee for accepting the topsoil will be $2.60/cubic metre
THAT, in addition to the tipping fee, Condrain Group will be res
sediment control, placing topsoil, fine grading and seeding the
crop;
THAT the funds received as compensation for receiving the surplu
exclusively for project costs, for future reforestation and habi
property and associated TRCA purposes;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate TRCA officials be authorized an
execute all the necessary documentation required.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Resolution #A25/12 granted approval for placement of clean topsoil on Toronto
Conservation Authority-owned tablelands within the Humber waters
restoring forest cover.
The site is located on the west side of Claireville Conservation
Drive, south of Regional Roal 7 (Queen Street) in the City of Br
approximately eight hectares of open tableland above the West Hu
dominated by non-native grasses, with some exotic, invasive shru
saplings (<10%). The site is poorly drained clay soil (Peel Seri
A successful reforestation project in conjunction with topsoil ple
of Claireville Conservation Area, immediately adjacent to the in
Drive, has a variety of potential benefits:
establishing a visual barrier and a buffer between the conservat
industry to the west, reducing noise, dust and pollutants enteri
establishing a significant forest patch which would augment an e
improve forest connectivity.
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A topsoil placement project would represent an opportunity to add
reforestation challenges of this area. The site's heavy clay soi
poor tree survival and growth. This could be amended through the
m of good quality topsoil with a composition and texture that wi
drained. Also, addition of this amount of fill would eliminate the existin
competition. Vegetation would still need to be managed for succe
competition control would be simplified; exposed soil would prov
successful establishment of a desirable cover crop; and competin
consist primarily of annuals and not be well-established, improv
the likelihood of their success. Improved soil conditions and de
increase seedling growth rates, important in successfully establ
the transition to a closed canopy forest.
Staff anticipates the site could accommodate between 100,000 and
topsoil. Final design configuration for fill placement will be
on-going archaeological assessment and any recommendations to pr
heritage assets. Staff anticipate that the topsoil will be stra
hectare sections over a period of two years. This will allow re
topsoil sections to commence as early as spring 2013.
A significant obstacle in undertaking the work was the limited co
available to TRCA. The site is bounded by valleylands to the ea
north and privately held and occupied industrial lands to the we
determined the only viable haul route was via private property o
contacted the owner of a vacant property adjacent to TRCA proper
willing to enter into an access agreement with TRCA. Staff was,
negotiating an agreement with Condrain Group to access the weste
Metrus-owned property adjacent to Deerhurst Avenue. As part of the agreement, Condrain
Group will supply and place the clean topsoil over a period of t
TRCA at an agreed rate of $2.60 per cubic metre. The negotiated
considering the financial cost associated with a long term lease
have exceeded the potential increase in tipping fees on the open
current agreement shifts all costs and liability associated with
TRCA will oversee the construction of the landform and the finan
the implementation of a reforestation plan beneficial to Clairev
TRCA staff will implement a soils quality control program to ens
placed on site meets Ministry of the Environment parkland criter
RATIONALE
TRCA has completed similar projects in other areas with consider
these successful projects include:
the berm on Kortright Centre for Conservation tablelands off Pin
Boyd North Pit rehabilitation off Rutherford Road;
berming along Intermodal Drive and Highway 407 within Clairevill
berming and wetland complex development at Boyd North (along Isl
Rutherford Road);
berms and restoration in Kleinburg at Regional Road 27 and Islin
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Staff sees this regeneration work as a benefit to all involved a
financial compensation, will provide an opportunity to restore f
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
TRCA will finalize a landform design subject to the findings of
assessment and any recommendations to protect important cultural
obtain all municipal and regional approvals and permits associat
FINANCIAL DETAILS
TRCA staff anticipates that fill revenue from this project will
reforestation costs.
Report prepared by: David Hatton, extension 5365
Emails: dhatton@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: David Hatton, extension 5365
Emails: dhatton@trca.on.ca
Date: September 7, 2012
Attachments: 1
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Attachment 1
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RES.#A158/12 -MARIE CURTIS PARK PROJECT (PHASE 2)
Pathway Paving Works. Award of Contract RSD12-137 for the supply of
all labour, materials and equipment necessary for asphalt paving
at Marie Curtis Park, City of Toronto.
Moved by:Dave Ryan
Seconded by:Glenn De Baeremaeker
THAT Contract RSD12-137 for the supply of all labour, materials
necessary for asphalt pathway paving works at Marie Curtus Park
be awarded to Mopal Construction Limited for a total cost not to
a contingency amount of $94,845.00 to be expended as authorized
Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff, plus HST, it being the lowe
estimates and specifications.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Since 2010, TRCA's Watershed Management Division and the City of
and Recreation (PF&R) Division have partnered on the revitalizat
and West on the waterfront, which is being carried out in tandem
and TRCAÔs development of a new park on the former Arsenal Lands
immediately adjacent to Marie Curtis Park West.
The intent is that Marie Curtis Park West and the Arsenal Lands
destination park, while Marie Curtis Park East will continue to
comprising Marie Curtis Park are owned by TRCA and will continue
operated by PF&R in accordance with the existing 1972 Waterfront
.
agencies
The revitalization efforts generally consists of creating new pa
Area, upgraded facilities, restored and new pathway connections,
lighting and parking areas, and the creation of a new bioswale w
to provide improved stormwater controls at the site.
The asphalt paving of the multipurpose trail will improve safety
recreational activities.
RATIONALE
Request for Tender was sent to eleven contractors as follows:
Appco Paving Limited;
Ashland Paving;
Cedar Springs;
Four Seasons Site Development Limited;
Loc-Pave Construction Limited;
Melrose Paving;
Midome Construction Service Ltd.;
Mopal Limited;
Pacific Paving Limited;
Serve Construction Limited;
TBG Landscape Inc.
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Tender RSD12-137 was publicly advertised on the electronic procu Biddingo (
http://www.biddingo.com/) on September 5, 2012. The Tender Openi
tenders on Fridays September 14, 2012 with the following results
Contract RSD12-137, Mimico Waterfront Park Project (Phase 2) Pat
BIDDERSTOTAL TENDER AMOUNT
(Plus HST)
Mopal Limited$474,225.00
Serve Construction Limited$483,054.00
Four Seasons Site Development Limited$494,325.00
Melrose Paving $499,363.00
Cedar Springs $553,311.40
Pacific Paving$617,436.00
TBG Landscape Inc.$1,015,060.68
Four paving contractors: Appco Paving Limited, Ashland Paving, Loc-Pave Construction
Limited and Midome Construction Service Ltd. declined the opport
being unable to meet the timelines for the deliverables stated i
Restoration Services staff reviewed the bid received from Mopal
its own cost estimate and has determined that the bid is of reas
requirements and deliverables as outlined in the contract docume
TRCA staff of Mopal Construction Limited's experience and abilit
was conducted through reference checks which resulted in positiv
Construction Limited is capable of undertaking the scope of work
Based on the bids received, staff recommend that Mopal Construct
Contract RSD12-137 for the supply of all labour, materials and e
pathway paving works for a total amount not to exceed $474,225.0
amount of $94,845.00 to be expended as authorized by TRCA staff,
lowest bid that meets TRCA cost estimates and specifications.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
The costs of this contract are 100% recoverable from the City of
#214-06.
Report prepared by: Albert Thomas, 416-393-6336
Emails: athomas@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: James Dickie, 416-392-9702
Emails: jdickie@trca.on.ca
Date: September 17, 2012
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RES.#A159/12 -ARSENAL LANDS 1352 LAKESHORE ROAD EAST ROOF
REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR PROJECT
Extension of Contract RSD12-95 for Applewood Roofing and Sheet M
Limited. Authorization to increase the approved contract amount for
Applewood Roofing and Sheet Metal Limited for the supply of all lr,
materials and equipment necessary for the replacement of an exis
roof system at 1352 Lakeshore Road East, City of Mississauga.
Moved by:Dave Ryan
Seconded by:Glenn De Baeremaeker
THAT Contract RSD12-95 for the supply of all labour, materials a
for the replacement of an existing flat roof system at 1352 Lake
Mississauga, which was awarded to Applewood Roofing and Sheet Me
extended to include a tender option item to incorporate an insul
at a cost of $42,100.00 for a revised total of $149,240.00, plus
sum of $21,450.00, to be expended as authorized by Toronto and R
Authority (TRCA) staff, plus HST.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The Canadian Arsenal Lands property is located at 1352 Lakeshore
has been retained as a local landmark and a reminder of the sign
contribution to both World War I and World War II. In World War
flying school was established on the Arsenal Lands by the Curtis
1917 and 1919, the area was used as a training centre for the Ca
Corps. In World War II, Small Arms Limited occupied the Arsenal
Canadian Small Arms School, a rifle range and an ammunition plan
and the Police Cadet Training School occupied this administrativ
and the semi-underground rifle range is still used by private gu
and open space, the Arsenal Lands is associated with both the na
significant historical developments on these lands. The warehous
water tower are the last visible remnants of the former a muniti
The roof of the building has deteriorated beyond its life expect
several years. The water damage has continually added to the fu
building interior. TRCA staff promptly initiated the tender pro
carry-out the replacement of the roof. At Executive Meeting #3/12, held on August 10, 2012,
Resolution #B101/12 was approved as follows:
THAT Contract RSD12-95 for the supply of all labour,materials and equipment necessary
for the replacement of an existing flat roof system, be awarded to Applewood Roofing &
,140.00, plus a contingency
Sheet Metal Limited for a total cost not to exceed $107
amount of $21,450.00 to be expended as authorized by Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff, plus HST,it being the lowest bid meeting TRCA cost
estimates and specifications;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized officials be directed to take the nec
implement the contract including the signing and execution of doc
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The contractor's work will include the demolition and removal of
replacement with similar building materials and colours to match
aesthetics.
RATIONALE
The tender documents had included an optional item to provide an
roof replacement of the building at a cost of $42,000.00. The r
price was based on a combination of available funding and the op
component from the interior of the building at a later date. Th
original scope of work awarded to Applewood Roofing and Sheet Me
is a heritage building, and after a closer investigation of the
determined that performing the work from the interior of the bui
greater cost to remove the entire original ceiling and to proper
option for the insulation tender item being included in the curr
from both an economical and heritage perspective.
The additional tender item included in the Contract for Applewoo
Limited was evaluated against the other bid submissions and was
following is the comparable results of the three lowest bidders
with the inclusion of the optional item.
BIDDERSBase InsulationTOTAL
Amount
Item(Plus HST)
Applewood Roofing & Sheet Metal Ltd.$107,140.00$42,100.00$149,240.00
Flynn Canada Limited$134,288.00$33,350.00$167,638.00
Aseal Roofing & Sheet Metal$134,650.00$39,350.00$174,000.00
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Funds are available from Peel Land Care funding within account #
Report prepared by: James Dickie, 416-392-9702
Emails: jdickie@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Aaron D'Souza, extension 5775
Emails: ajd'souza@trca.on.ca
Date: September 18, 2012
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RES.#A160/12 -KORTRIGHT PARKING LOT RETROFIT
Permeable Paving Demonstration Project - Phase 2. Award of contract for
the Phase 2 construction retrofit of parking facilities to furth
demonstrate permeable paving materials and techniques at the Kor
Centre for Conservation, City of Vaughan.
Moved by:Dave Ryan
Seconded by:Glenn De Baeremaeker
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THAT the contract for the Kortright Parking Lot Retrofit project
Deenen Landscape Ltd., at a total cost not to exceed $118,000.00
lowest bid meeting Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TR
THAT TRCA staff be authorized to approve additional expenditures
percent (10%) of the total cost of the contract plus HST as a co
deemed necessary;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized staff be directed to take the action
implement the contract including obtaining any approvals and the
of documents.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Permeable pavements are emerging as one of the most promising st
management practices for meeting municipal water balance objecti
low traffic roads. The pavements can be applied in a variety of
extensive research, and are reasonably cost effective relative t
practices. While permeable paver products constructed from conc
available in Ontario for quite some time, such products construc
just recently been introduced to the market. Using recycled rubber in paving products
represents an innovative means of diverting tire waste from land
gas and other emissions from incineration. Marketers of such pr
superior in terms of load bearing capacity per unit thickness, e
maintenance requirements.
In order to demonstrate and evaluate this technology, a 1,260 sq
Kortright Centre parking lot is being reconstructed as a compone
demonstration project, funded in part through a grant from the O
Environment Showcasing Water Innovation Program, 2012-14. The K
Parking Retrofit demonstration will include two types of interlo
§§
products, the permeable VAST product and the impermeable Eco-flex§product which will
drain to two bioretention cells of differing design. The paveme
monitored continuously over a one year period by TRCA's Sustaina
Program to evaluate run-off volume reduction and quality benefit
section of the parking lot. The purchase of materials and monit
demonstration is currently underway, with construction and subse
for September 2012.
The supply and donation of the materials needed for this project
TRCA's Chief Administrative Officer in June 2012 in accordance w
This new approval is for the award of the contract to do the sit
materials in order to complete this demonstration project. TRCA
reasonable value of this contract to be in the range of $100,000
surcharges.
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RATIONALE
Request for Tenders (RSD12-136) were sent to the following five
were selected based on their area of business expertise and past
1. R.G. Peel Construction;
2. Griffith Property Services;
3.
Ferdom Construction;
4. Hank Deenan Landscaping Ltd.;
5. Loc-Pave Construction.
Three potential bidders attended the optional site inspection me
During that meeting, they were shown the site, had the project d
were given a list of the materials secured by TRCA that did not
costing for the project.
Four sealed tenders were received on or before bid the closing d
6, 2012. Qualified bids were opened at Tender Opening Committee
September 7, 2012, in accordance with TRCA's Purchasing Policy.
follows:
Company Bid Price
(Plus 10% Contingency plus HST)
Hank Deenan Landscape$117,332.00
R.G. Peel$191,947.00
Ferdom Construction$207,746 .00
Griffith Property Services$219,692.00
Loc-Pave ConstructionNo Bid
After careful review of the submitted quotations, and after confi
low bidder, staff recommends that the contract RSD12-136 - Kortr
project be awarded to Hank Deenen Landscape, it being the lowest
specifications and requirements.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Funding of $100,000 for this project will come from development
development project in the City of Vaughan, and the remainder is
the Environment's "Showcasing Water Innovation Grant". Costs wi
project account 416-77 Kortright Centre Low Impact Development S
Demonstration Project.
Report prepared by: Mark Lowe, extension 5388
Emails: mlowe@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Mark Lowe, extension 5388, Ted Elmhirst
Emails: mlowe@trca.on.ca, telmhirst@trca.on.ca
Date: August 28, 2012
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RES.#A161/12 -MAIN HUMBER RIVER AT DUFFYÔS LANE (SOUTH OF PATTERSON
SIDEROAD) MUNICIPAL CLASS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
Initiation of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment proce
the bank stabilization project at Duffy's Lane, Region of Peel.
Moved by:Dave Ryan
Seconded by:Glenn De Baeremaeker
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff be d
a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) for the preferre
protection works of DuffyÔs Lane, south of Patterson Sideroad, R
facilitate construction of the preferred alternative;
THAT as part of the EA process staff is directed to undertake pu
as assess environmental impacts including public safety, road im
naturalization and fish habitat;
THAT authorized officials and staff be directed to take all nece
the foregoing, including the signing of agreements or other lega
necessary in order to retain the required engineering consulting
approval of Town of Caledon;
THAT TRCA involvement be subject to funding being available from
AND FURTHER THAT the Town of Caledon be so advised.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The area of concern is a section of DuffyÔs Lane located south o
(Attachment 1). The study area extends approximately 72m along th
parallel to DuffyÔs Lane and includes two issues of concern: an
the stability of the adjacent roadway. A portion of the site is within the Albion Hills Conservation
Area property and a portion is on Town of Caledon right-of-way.
Currently this section of road occupies a very narrow shoulder t
which has resulted due to the unstable adjacent river embankment
height of 2.5 metres from the river bed. Within the past year T
and has indicated that the portion of the embankment supporting
presents a significant concern for TRCA and the Town of Caledon
access route to Albion Hills Conservation Area. From a watercou
poses a significant concern in terms of erosion, downstream sedi
quality, as well as public infrastructure and safety.
The Town of Caledon and TRCA have agreed to partner on implement
the conditions of the watercourse and roadway by reducing this s
support a single lane, and through bank stabilization and stream
road stability.
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RATIONALE
The planning and design phase of this project will be carried ou
Caledon under a Municipal Class EA. The Class EA approach is co
for the planning and design development regarding the improvemen
and streambank as it provides a streamlined process that ensures
Environmental Assessment Act (EAA) requirements.
This process may require the development of a Community Liaison
includes members of the general public such as affected landowne
and any other parties interested in the planning and design phas
individuals are provided with opportunities to offer recommendat
remedial solutions, and objections to design proposals where app
regulatory agencies will also be held as deemed appropriate.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
The planning and design phases of this project will be carried o
Environmental Assessment (2011) prepared by the Municipal Engine
The Class EA document places projects into four possible schedul
characteristic (i.e., Schedule A, A+, B, or C projects). The schedule in which a project falls
determines the planning and design procedures that must be follo
In addition to the Class EA process, the project will require an
approval process under both the Fisheries Act and Navigable Waters Protection Act.
TRCA will require the support of a consultant team in order to f
planning and design process. The consultant team will possess t
fluvial geomorphological expertise to assist with the analysis o
the development of the construction drawings.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
A budget of $40,000 has been allocated to undertake this Class EA. Funding
the Region of Peel Climate Change Mitigation Capital Budget unde
Town of Caledon will contribute in-kind support by way of consul
toward the implementation of the remedial works in the subsequen
portion of works that falls on Town of Caledon right-of-way.
Report prepared by: John Stille, extension 5396
Emails: jstille@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Aaron DÔSouza, extension 5775
Emails: ajdsouza@trca.on.ca
Date: September 17, 2012
Attachments: 1
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Attachment 1
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RES.#A162/12 -MAIN HUMBER RIVER AT HUMBER STATION ROAD (SOUTH OF
CASTLEDERG SIDEROAD-NORTH OF KING STREET) MUNICIPAL
CLASS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
Initiation of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment proce
the erosion control protection works at the Humber River adjacen
Humber Station Road, Region of Peel.
Moved by:Dave Ryan
Seconded by:Glenn De Baeremaeker
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff be d
a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) for the preferre
protection works of Humber Station Road, south of Castlederg Sid
Street, Region of Peel, and facilitate construction of the prefe
THAT as part of the EA process staff is directed to undertake pu
as assess environmental impacts including public safety, road im
naturalization and fish habitat;
THAT authorized officials and staff be directed to take all nece
the foregoing, including the signing of agreements or other lega
necessary in order to retain the required engineering consulting
approval of the Town of Caledon;
THAT TRCA involvement be subject to funding being available from
AND FURTHER THAT the Town of Caledon be so advised.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The area of concern is a section of Humber Station Road located
and north of King Street (Attachment 1). The study area extends approximately 70m along th
main Humber River parallel to Humber Station Road. The erosion
embankment is subsequently threatening the stability of the road
this area as a high priority due to public safety concerns and a
solutions.
Currently this two lane road is buffered with a narrow shoulder
due to the erosion. The top of the embankment is approximately
the river. During the past several months, TRCA staff has been
indicated that the embankment supporting the roadway has eroded
seven month period. From a watercourse health perspective, thi
in terms of erosion, downstream sedimentation, and fish habitat
infrastructure and safety.
The Town and TRCA have agreed to partner on implementing a proje
improve the conditions of the watercourse through bank stabiliza
can be accomplished in conjunction with the required road improv
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RATIONALE
The planning and design phase of this project will be carried ou
Caledon under a Municipal Class EA. The Class EA approach is co
for the planning and design development regarding the improvemen
and streambank as it provides a streamlined process that ensures
Environmental Assessment Act (EAA) requirements.
This process may require the development of a Community Liaison
includes members of the general public such as affected landowne
and any other parties interested in the planning and design phas
individuals are provided with opportunities to offer recommendat
remedial solutions, and objections to design proposals where app
regulatory agencies will also be held as deemed appropriate.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
The planning and design phases of this project will be carried o
Environmental Assessment (2011) prepared by the Municipal Engine
The Class EA document places projects into four possible schedul
characteristic (i.e., Schedule A, A+, B, or C projects). The schedule in which a project falls
determines the planning and design procedures that must be follo
In addition to the Class EA process, the project will require an
approval process under both the Fisheries Act and Navigable Waters Protection Act.
TRCA will require the support of a consultant team in order to f
planning and design process. The consultant team will possess t
fluvial geomorphological expertise to assist with the analysis o
the development of the construction drawings.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
A budget of $45,000 has been allocated to undertake this Class EA. Funding
the Region of Peel Climate Change Mitigation Capital Budget unde
Town of Caledon will contribute in-kind support by way of consul
funding toward the implementation of the remedial works in the s
Report prepared by: Aaron DÔSouza, extension 5775
Emails: ajdsouza@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: John Stille, extension 5396
Emails: jstille@trca.on.ca
Date: September 17, 2012
Attachment: 1
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Attachment 1
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RES.#A163/12 -GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Update on the Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2011-2015 and p
funding.
Moved by:Glenn De Baeremaeker
Seconded by:Jim Tovey
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff be d
possible federal government funding opportunities for land acqui
AMENDMENT
RES.#A164/12
Moved by:Glenn De Baeremaeker
Seconded by:Jim Tovey
THAT the following be added after the main motion:
AND FURTHER THAT staff report to the Executive Committee for fur
THE AMENDMENT WASCARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WASCARRIED
THE RESULTANT MOTION READS AS FOLLOWS:
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff be d
possible federal government funding opportunities for land acqui
AND FURTHER THAT staff report to the Executive Committee for fur
BACKGROUND
TRCA has completed the acquisition of 77 acres (31 hectares) of
includes an acquisition from the Town of Ajax and six acquisitio
process. This brings the total lands secured by TRCA to 44,070 a
Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2011-2015 Funding Sources
Capital Levy
In the 2012 budget there is capital levy of $142,000 for land ac
to cover the costs/fees related to obtaining property rights thr
donations, easements and land exchanges including legal, survey,
audits and appraisal.
Project Specific Funding
TRCA carries out a number of construction projects such as trail
which may require the acquisition of land. The purchase of this
through the specific project.
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Provincial Government
The only significant funding opportunity at this time from the p
through Ontario Heritage Trust (OHT). The Natural Spaces Land Ac
Program provides funds to conserve and protect provincially sign
southern Ontario through the acquisition of fee simple and conse
privately owned land and to assist with the stewardship of lands
th
Project proposals under this program are currently due by Friday, 2012.
Funding is based on the following evaluation criteria:
property must be located in southern Ontario;
acquisition of the property would contribute to the long-term co
natural heritage systems in southern Ontario;
acquisition of the property would contribute to the long-term co
a provincially significant natural area (as defined);
the property contributes to provincial policy or statutory outco
areas (e.g. Niagara Escarpment Plan, Greenbelt Plan and the Oak
Conservation Plan);
long-term conservation and protection of the property can most e
through land acquisition;
the property conserves and protects targeted resources that have
systematic approach such as a long-term strategic conservation p
expansions of existing public lands;
the property builds on prior provincial investments by expanding
public properties;
land managers can demonstrate resources and capacity for long-te
property;
where appropriate, the property should provide for public access
significant financial leveraging by partner organizations is exp
project partner). Other provincial funds will not be considered
title must be held by the OHT or another public agency and the a
to enter into a long term property Stewardship Agreement with the OHT.
City of Toronto
The protection of Lake Ontario as the source of potable water fo
priority for the City. It is recognized that protecting and imp
various river systems and watersheds that flow into Lake Ontario
A vital tool to help meet this objective is the
important objective in source water protection.
protection of the river systems and watersheds through acquisiti
to this end the City has established a Land Acquisition for Sour
In order to be eligible for funding from the Capital Account, th
of the following criteria:
lands, where City staff are of the opinion that they should not
intensification purposes due to their unique environmental chara
water resources features, such as, flood plains, stream and vall
contiguous to stream and valley corridors, wetlands, critical fi
vegetation/forest cover, hydrological sensitive recharge/dischar
the relevant source documents;
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lands, where rehabilitation, regeneration and/or treatment works
water protection, consistent to the City of Toronto Wet Weather
Plan Long Term Preferred Strategy or other relevant source water
acquisition of land within the City of Toronto shall be a first
acquisitions outside of the City of Toronto but within Toronto w
33% of the purchase price;
purchases shall be for land whose value has been appraised and t
not exceed fair market value;
in addition to the above technical criteria, priority will be gi
there is a willing seller;
there are matching financial contributions from other sources in
limited to other municipalities and/or other levels of governmen
the parcel will supplement other public holdings in the area;
the nature and immediacy of a threat to the lands.
In 2010 there was $6 million available in the reserve for land aA majority of this
acquisition funding was transferred to support significant erosi
There is currently $500,000 in the reserve for 2012. It is staf
properties located within the City of Toronto are eligible for f
Regional Municipality of Durham
Durham Regional Council has established a Regional Land Conserva
Reserve Fund for conservation property acquisition purposes thro
Funding Policy for Conservation Areas (2007). Regional funding i
following evaluation criteria:
properties will be purchased for conservation purposes only, as
Authority land acquisition plans;
properties acquired will be located within, or contribute to, th
Regional Official Plan Greenlands System, and be outside of urba
properties acquired will contain key natural heritage and/or key
acquisitions will support Regional long-term planning and growth
preclude or compromise future planned growth).
For competing proposals, preference will be given to properties
consolidate, enlarge and/or otherwise enhance existing tracts of
conservation lands;
have the greatest percentage of natural feature coverage;
are located on the Oak Ridges Moraine;
have the greatest risks of damage and degradation;
exhibit other significant features/resources (e.g. well head pro
The Region has also established additional criteria that must be
including: funding will be no more than 40% of the total direct
purchase and sale involving a willing landowner is required as w
from other funding partners. Conservation authorities will cont
five-year plans, including land acquisition programs as a separa
business planning and budget process. The regional funding commi
each budget year unless otherwise identified or authorized. The
by the Region in 2012 is $960,000.
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Regional Municipality of Peel
The Region of Peel has developed protocols and criteria to acces
Greenland Securement Program to help cover the costs associated
heritage, environmentally sensitive and significant lands in Pee
Criteria are fairly broad, but are provided from the general to
protect, maintain, and enhance Core Areas of the Region of Peel
facilitate implementation of TRCA land securement strategies aim
maintaining and enhancing natural heritage systems;
target areas not likely to come into public protection through o
to provide public access where appropriate;
contain Core Area of the Region of Peel Greenlands System, an ar
current TRCA Greenlands Acquisition Protection Project, or a loc
land use factors influencing the need and justification for secu
value of securing the property to the Region.
Applications are considered by the Greenlands Securement Subcommi
subcommittee of Council. Recommendations are made by the GSSC t
Generally up to 50% of the required funding will be provided whe
funding from other funding partners. The annual contribution to
$750,000.
Regional Municipality of York
The Regional Municipality of York has a long standing commitment
environment through policy, legislation and on-the-ground action
Greening Strategy. The Greening Strategy provides the framework
habitat, increase forest cover, secure greenlands and their link
the natural environment. Since 2001, $1.4 million has been alloc
Approximately $800,000 is reserved for land securement costs asso
Greening Strategy.
with easements, donations and acquisitions.
Securement opportunities can be brought forward at the staff lev
and are weighed against Council approved securement criteria by
and brought forward for Council approval if the base criteria ha
criteria primarily focus on connection and enhancement of York R
but also place value on partnerships. In general, for land secur
York RegionÔs preference is a funding model which includes multip
acquisition component,
partners with equal contributions.
Local Municipalities
There have been certain priority locations where the local munic
acquisition of a property by contributing to the purchase. In r
funding from the City of Pickering, Town of Richmond Hill and th
acquisition of specific properties.
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Oak Ridges Moraine Foundation
The Oak Ridges Moraine Foundation (ORMF) started in 2002 with an
from the Province of Ontario. Since then ORMF has granted $14.1
TRCA has benefited from almost $2.2 million from ORMF for land a
almost exhausted the original provincial funding, they have not
acquisition for the last few years.
Nature Conservancy of Canada
Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) has acquisition funding from
government for the securement of property within their Natural A
is only one of these areas within TRCA's justification known as
Area" Conservation Plan. Generally, NCC has obtained their fundin
provincial governments, the Regional Municipality of York and pr
Valley Forest acquisitions. TRCA has acquired one property in th
partnership with NCC.
Additionally, staff understands that Parks Canada may be able to
additions to the Rouge National Urban Park.
Other Non-governmental Organizations
A number non-government organizations such as the Oak Ridges Mora
Ridges Trail Association, Green Durham and Ducks Unlimited Canad
amounts of funding to TRCA for land acquisition.
Foundations and Private Donations
TRCA also on occasion receives donations from private foundation
acquisition.
CONCLUSION
As outlined above, TRCA's municipal funding partners continue to
greenlands acquisition on a property by property basis. The var
(with the exception of Durham at 40%) of the purchase costs asso
properties. In the last few years TRCA has lost our major fundi
matching funding for these programs including the City of Toront
Foundation, which has made the acquisition process more challeng
The Province of Ontario through OHT has a funding opportunity av
Also, staff will continue to
is proposing to submit a number of applications for this funding
explore opportunities for funding from local municipalities, NCC
organizations and donations to match the funding from our munici
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The greatest potential opportunity to secure additional land acq
government. The federal government has provided natural areas l
through NCC in the past and staff believes there is an opportuni
government to provide natural area funding to TRCA.
Report prepared by: Mike Fenning, extension 5223
Emails: mfenning@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Mike Fenning, extension 5223
Emails: mfenning@trca.on.ca
Date: September 25, 2012
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RES.#A165/12 -GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Mimico Creek Watershed
Gottardo Galaxy Inc. and UIF Galaxy GP Inc. Partnership, CFN 478
Purchase of property located at the rear (i.e. east end) of 165-
Boulevard, City of Toronto - Etobicoke York Community Council Ar
under the "Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2011-2015", Flood
and Conservation Component, Mimico Creek watershed.
(Executive Res.#B109/12)
Moved by:Glenn De Baeremaerker
Seconded by:Vincent Crisanti
THAT 0.92 hectares (2.28 acres), more or less, of vacant land be
Concession 3, FTH, and designated as Parts 4, 5 and 6 on a Draft
prepared by Lloyd & Purcell Ltd., Ontario Land Surveyors, under
City of Toronto - Etobicoke York Community Council Area, located
end) of 165-175 Galaxy Boulevard, be purchased from Gottardo Gal
Galaxy GP Inc. Partnership;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive co
lands free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easemen
THAT Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete the transac
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to th
tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take t
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approval
execution of documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A166/12 -GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
Mosaik Pinewest Inc., CFN 47904. Purchase of property located ea
Pine Valley Drive, south of Teston Road, City of Vaughan, Region
Municipality of York, under the "Greenlands Acquisition Project
2011-2015", Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River
watershed.
(Executive Res.#B110/12)
Moved by:Glenn De Baeremaerker
Seconded by:Vincent Crisanti
THAT 0.60 hectares (1.47 acres), more or less, of vacant land be
Concession 6 and designated as Block 93 on a Draft Plan of Subdi
Guido Papa Surveying Ltd., under their Reference No. 10-540-PHAS
2012, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, located ea
south of Teston Road, be purchased from Mosaik Pinewest Inc.;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive co
lands free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easemen
THAT Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete the transac
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to t
tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take t
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals
execution of documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A167/12 -GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York
Theresa F. Garibaldi, CFN 47970. Acquisition of property located at 8934
Huntington Road in the City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of
under the 'Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2011-2015', Flood
Conservation Component, Humber River watershed.
(Executive Res.#B111/12)
Moved by:Glenn De Baeremaerker
Seconded by:Vincent Crisanti
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THAT 1.49 hectares (3.7 acres), more or less, of vacant land, be
Concession 10 and Part 2 on Plan 65R-33102, City of Vaughan, Reg
York, be purchased from Theresa F. Garibaldi;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive co
free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements;
THAT the firm of Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete
earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incide
transfer tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take t
to finalize the transaction including obtaining of necessary app
execution of documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A168/12 -GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Mimico Creek Watershed
2230 Lakeshore Blvd. Ltd., CFN 48022. Acquisition of property located at
2230 Lakeshore Boulevard in the City of Toronto (formerly the Ci
Etobicoke), under the 'Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2011-2
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Mimico Creek watershed.
(Executive Res.#B112/12)
Moved by:Glenn De Baeremaerker
Seconded by:Vincent Crisanti
THAT 0.063 hectares (0.15 acres), more or less, of vacant land,
Registered Plan 164, designated as Part 3 and 4 on draft R-Plan
Surveying Inc., Project No. 2157-16 and Drawing No. 2157-16R.DWG
(formerly the City of Etobicoke), be purchased from 2230 Lakesho
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive co
free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements;
THAT the firm of Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete
earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incide
transfer tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
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AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take w
be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of n
signing and execution of any documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A169/12 -GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Duffins Creek Watershed
Acquisition of property located
Lebovic Enterprises Limited, CFN 48023.
at 1755 Old Taunton Road in the City of Pickering, Regional Muni
of Durham, under the 'Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2011-20
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Duffins Creek watershed.
)
(Executive Res.#B113/12
Moved by:Glenn De Baeremaerker
Seconded by:Vincent Crisanti
THAT 0.956 hectares (2.36 acres), more or less, of vacant land,
Concession 3 and designated as block 51 on draft M-Plan prepared
Limited, reference no. 09-25-199-06, City of Pickering, Regional
be purchased from Lebovic Enterprises Limited;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive co
free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements;
THAT the firm of Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete
earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incide
transfer tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take t
to finalize the transaction including obtaining of necessary app
execution of documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A170/12 -GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
Mortez Hossein Amirhoushmand, and Ebrahim, Parisa, Kouroush,
Nazanin and Kayvan Hakimzadeh-Jahromi, CFN 48061. Acquisition of
property located at the rear of 12347 Airport Road in the Town of
Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel under the 'Greenlands Acq
Project for 2011-2015', Flood Plain and Conservation Component,
Humber River Watershed
(Executive Res.#B114/12)
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Moved by:Glenn De Baeremaerker
Seconded by:Vincent Crisanti
THAT 4.428 hectares (10.94 acres), more or less, of vacant land,
Concession 1(Geographic Township of Albion), designated as Part
and Part 3 on Plan 43R-30364, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipa
purchased from Mortez Hoseein Amirhoushmand, Ebrahim Hakimzadeh-
Hakimzadeh-Jahromi,
Kouroush Hakimzadeh-Jahromi, Nazanin Hakimzadeh-Jahromi and
Kayvan Hakimzadeh-Jahromi;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive co
free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements;
THAT the firm of Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete
earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incide
transfer tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take w
be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of n
signing and execution of any documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A171/12 -REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL
Request for a Permanent Easement for the Hanlan feedermain, City
Mississauga, Regional Municipality of Peel
Waterfront, CFN 45719. Receipt of a request from the Regional
Municipality of Peel to provide a permanent easement for the Han
feedermain on the south side of Lakeshore Road East at Dixie Roa
of Mississauga, Regional Municipality of Peel.
(Executive Res.#B115/12)
Moved by:Glenn De Baeremaerker
Seconded by:Vincent Crisanti
WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is in r
from the Regional Municipality of Peel (Region of Peel) to provi
for the Hanlan feedermain, on south side of Lakeshore Road East
WHEREAS it is in the best interest of TRCA in furthering its obj
Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act to cooperate with
instance;
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THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT a permanent easement containin
0.27 hectares (0.68 acres), more or less, be granted to the Regi
feedermain, said land being located on the south side of Lakesho
Road, City of Mississauga, Region of Peel, designated as Parts 1
prepared by David B. Searles Surveying Ltd, under Drawing File 1
No. 163-0-10;
THAT consideration be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal,
be paid by the Region of Peel;
THAT the Region of Peel is to fully indemnify TRCA from any and
damages or costs of any nature resulting in any way, either dire
granting of this easement or the carrying out of construction;
THAT an archaeological investigation be completed, with any miti
carried out to the satisfaction of TRCA staff, at the expense of
THAT all TRCA lands disturbed by the proposed works be revegetat
following construction and, where deemed appropriate by TRCA sta
be prepared for TRCA staff review and approval in accordance wit
landscaping guidelines;
THAT said easement be subject to approval of the Minister of Nat
accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Ac
C.27, as amended;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate TRCA officials be authorized an
whatever action may be required to give effect hereto, including
necessary approvals and the execution of any documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A172/12 -SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF CLOTHING
Award of Quotation CAO12-02. Award of Quotation CAO12-02 for Supply
and Delivery of Clothing for Toronto and Region Conservation Aut
staff.
)
(Executive Res.#B116/12
Moved by:Glenn De Baeremaerker
Seconded by:Vincent Crisanti
THAT Quotation CAO12-02 for Supply and Delivery of Clothing for
Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff be awarded to Needham Promot
estimated cost of $125,000/year for two years, plus 10% continge
authorized by TRCA staff, plus HST, it being the lowest bid meet
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AND FURTHER THAT authorized officials be directed to take the ne
implement the contract including the signing and execution of do
CARRIED
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RES.#A173/12 -STORMWATER MANAGEMENT CRITERIA DOCUMENT
Approval of Stormwater Management Criteria Document and next step
to facilitate its implementation.
)
(Executive Res.#B117/12
Moved by:Glenn De Baeremaerker
Seconded by:Vincent Crisanti
THAT the Stormwater Management Criteria Document (August 2012) p
and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) be approved;
THAT staff be directed to disseminate the final document to muni
development industry and other agencies through technical meetin
the TRCA and Sustainable Technologies Evaluation Program website
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to apply the stormwater crite
document to all new development applications.
CARRIED
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SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
RES.#A174/12 -SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:Ben Cachola
Seconded by:Cynthia Thorburn
THAT Section II items EX8.1 - EX8.5 inclusive, contained in Exec
#6/12, held on August 10, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
Section II Items EX8.1 - EX8.5, Inclusive
HEART LAKE CONSERVATION AREA
)
(Executive Res.#B98/12
30-48 ROYAL ROUGE TRAIL EROSION CONTROL PROJECT
(Executive Res.#B99/12)
NUMERICAL MODELLING
(Executive Res.#B100/12)
ARSENAL LANDS 1352 LAKESHORE ROAD EAST ROOF REPLACEMENT AND REPAI
PROJECT
(Executive Res.#B101/12)
CLAREMONT CONSERVATION AREA
(Executive Res.#B102/12)
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RES.#A175/12 -SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:Cynthia Thorburn
Seconded by:Dave Ryan
THAT Section II items EX8.1 - EX8.7 inclusive, contained in Exec
#6/12, held on August 10, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
Section II Items EX8.1 - EX8.7, Inclusive
REQUEST FOR DISPOSAL OF TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION
AUTHORITY-OWNED LAND
(Executive Res.#B118/12)
REQUEST FOR DISPOSAL OF TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION
AUTHORITY-OWNED LAND
(Executive Res.#B119/12)
COATSWORTH CUT DREDGING PROJECT
(Executive Res.#B120/12)
LOWER HUMBER WEIRS PROJECT
(Executive Res.#B121/12)
RECORDS STORAGE FACILITY SERVICES
(Executive Res.#B122/12)
OFFICE SUPPLY PURCHASES
(Executive Res.#B123/12)
FRENCHMANÔS BAY HARBOUR ENTRANCE PROJECT
(Executive Res.#B124/12)
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SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD
RES.#A176/12 -WATERSHED COMMITTEE MINUTES
Moved by:Richard Whitehead
Seconded by:Linda Pabst
THAT Section IV item EX8.1.1 in regard to Watershed Committee Mi
Section IV Items EX8.1.1
DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL
Minutes of Meeting #6/12, held on June 14, 2012
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ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
RES.#A177/12 -ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
Moved by:Richard Whitehead
Seconded by:David Barrow
THAT Ontario Regulation 166/06 items EX10.1 - EX10.140, with the exception of EX10.76 -
Transcanada Pipeline Ltd., contained in Executive Committee Minu
August 10, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
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RES.#A178/12 -ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
Moved by:Jack Heath
Seconded by:Linda Pabst
THAT Ontario Regulation 166/06 item EX10.76 - Transcanada Pipeli
Executive Committee Minutes #6/12, held on August 10, 2012, be r
CARRIED
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RES.#A179/12 -ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
Moved by:Ben Cachola
Seconded by:Dave Ryan
THAT Ontario Regulation 166/06 items EX10.1 - EX10.78, with the exception of EX10.76 -
Transport Canada, contained in Executive Committee Minutes #7/12
7, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
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RES.#A180/12 -ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
Moved by:Jack Heath
Seconded by:Jim Tovey
THAT Ontario Regulation 166/06 item EX10.76 - Transport Canada,
Committee Minutes #7/12, held on September 7, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
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NEW BUSINESS - EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING #7/12
RES.#A181/12 -NEW BUSINESS
Moved by:Glenn De Baeremaeker
Seconded by:Mike Mattos
THAT New Business items EX11.1 - EX11.2, contained in Executive
#7/12, held on September 7, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
New Business Items EX11.1 - EX11.2
TORONTO WILDLIFE CENTRE
(Executive Res.#B130/12)
TORONTO ZOO
(Executive Res.#B131/12)
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NEW BUSINESS
RES.#A182/12
Moved by:Glenn De Baeremaeker
Seconded by:Maria Augimeri
THAT staff report to the Authority on the potential hazards to T
Greater Toronto AreaÔs drinking water supply from a spill of dilmen from the
proposed Ñline 9Ò pipeline project.
CARRIED
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TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at ., on Friday, September 28,
Gerri Lynn O'ConnorBrian Denney
ChairSecretary-Treasurer
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MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #8/12
October 26, 2012
The Authority Meeting #8/12, was held in Weston Room B, Black C
on Friday, October 26, 2012. The Chair Gerri Lynn O'Connor, cal
at 9:38 a.m.
PRESENT
Maria AugimeriVice Chair
David BarrowMember
Ben CacholaMember
Bob CallahanMember
Ronald ChopowickMember
Vincent CrisantiMember
Glenn De BaeremaekerMember
Michael Di BiaseMember
Chris FonsecaMember
Colleen JordanMember
Chin LeeMember
Glenn MasonMember
Mike MattosMember
Peter MilczynMember
Gerri Lynn O'ConnorChair
Linda PabstMember
John ParkerMember
Anthony PerruzzaMember
John SprovieriMember
Cynthia ThorburnMember
Richard WhiteheadMember
ABSENT
Paul AinslieMember
Jack HeathMember
Mujeeb KhanMember
Gloria Lindsay LubyMember
Gino RosatiMember
Dave RyanMember
Jim ToveyMember
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RES.#A183/12 - MINUTES
Moved by: Maria Augimeri
Seconded by: Richard Whitehead
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #8/12, held on September 28, 2012, b
CARRIED
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PRESENTATIONS
(a)A presentation by Rocco Sgambelluri, Chief Financial Officer, TRC
BAAB7.1 - 2013 Preliminary Capital and Operating Estimates.
RES.#A184/12 - PRESENTATIONS
Moved by:David Barrow
Seconded by:Linda Pabst
THAT above-noted presentation (a) be received.
CARRIED
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CORRESPONDENCE
(a)A letter dated October 23, 2012 from Ms. Cilla Kent, Toronto Wild
regard to item EX7.12 - Toronto Wildlife Centre.
RES.#A185/12 -CORRESPONDENCE
Moved by:Cythia Thorburn
Seconded by:Linda Pabst
THAT above-noted correspondence (a) be received.
CARRIED
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CORRESPONDENCE (A)
Oct. 23, 2012
Dear Chair and Members of the TRCA Board of Directors,
I am writing this letter in support of Toronto Wildlife Centre’s proposal to you. I was able to
th
meeting of the executive committee, but unfortunately am not able to attend
attend the Oct. 12
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your board meeting on Oct. 26.
I am unofficially representing my husband, Peter Kent, Minister of the Environment. He'd have
loved to have attended the meeting himself but is away in Alberta, working to ensure cleaner air
for Canada. I'm in tandem with him in his unequivocal support of TWC's proposal.
Peter has visited the TWC facility, and is hugely impressed by the work being done there. He
would encourage the TRCA to give very serious consideration to this recommendation.
I don't see him often enough these days, but when I do, he does speak a little about the
pressures of government, and how frustrating it sometimes is that government can't fix
everything; can't fund everyone who is doing good and deserving work. But Nathalie and her
colleagues provide a unique essential service here, and Peter is making it his business to
investigate all possibilities of finding an improved and appropriate home for TWC, in or around
the new Rouge National Urban Park.
If you'd allow me, for just a moment, to veer from the political and administrative boundaries and
the hard realities of the modern world, and take you back 200 years to the German philosopher
Immanuel Kant's world, Kant said, 'We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of
animals'.
And in the more recent past, Mahatma Gandhi threw out the challenge: 'The greatness of a
nation and its progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.'
So, in that light, as we observe Nathalie and her colleagues keep afloat the TWC ark with
meagre resources and the goodwill of private donors, whilst the flood waters rise rather
alarmingly, we have to ask ourselves - ust how evolved are we?
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Thank you,
Cilla Kent
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SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION
RES.#A186/12 -PORT LANDS ACCELERATION INITIATIVE
City of Toronto Council direction to proceed with amendments to
Mouth Naturalization and Port Lands Flood Protection Project
Environment Assessment.
Moved by:Ben Cachola
Seconded by:Vincent Crisanti
WHEREAS on September 21, 2011, RES. EX9.6 was adopted in part by
Council to endorse the protocol for the Revitalization of the Po
AND WHEREAS on October 28, 2011, Resolution #A214/11 at Authorit
was resolved in part in response to specific elements of the Cit
of Toronto had requested City of Toronto staff, in conjunction w
Revitalization Corporation (TWRC), and Toronto and Region Conser
(TRCA) with input from the Toronto Port Lands Company (TPLC) to
accelerate the redevelopment of the Toronto Portlands;
AND WHEREAS TRCA staff participated in the review of the Don Mou
Port Lands Flood Protection Project Environmental Assessment pre
alternatives, and the implementation strategy, with the intent t
that would be generated by the careful redevelopment of the area
as attractive as possible for private sector investment while up
objectives as approved by the Minister of the Environment as sta
of Reference (June 2006);
AND WHEREAS this acceleration process formally became known as t
Acceleration Initiative";
AND WHEREAS on October 2, 2012, RES. EX22.1 was adopted unanimou
Council thereby providing direction through the "Report from the
Cluster B on Port Lands Acceleration Initiative - Final Report d
including the reference to the "Appendix 1 - Summary of Findings
Strategies Inc., as a basis for action regarding the Port Lands
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED that TRCA staff be directed to proc
conjunction with TWRC and the City of Toronto, as outlined in th
for the Port Lands Acceleration Initiative, and more specificall
EX22.1 #1);
THAT TRCA staff be directed to revise the Don Mouth Naturalizati
Protection Project Environment Assessment (DMNP EA) on the basis
Re-aligned" option generated through the Port Lands Acceleration
the amended DMNP EA to the Ministry of the Environment (as per C
EX22.1 #2);
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THAT TRCA staff work with provincial ministries (including the M
Affairs and Housing and the Ministry of Natural Resources) to ap
phasing strategy and planning framework (Special Policy Area) fo
the DMNP EA as outlined in the "Port Lands Acceleration Initiati
24, 2012) from the Deputy City Manager, Cluster B and to include
the first phase of implementation (as per City Council RES. EX22
THAT TRCA staff assist City and TWRC staff on precinct planning
implementation planning processes for the Port Lands from a regu
perspective (in particular, the Cousins Quay (E1), Polson Quay (
District (F) precincts; precinct boundary issues along Cherry St
E3 precinct planning issues of water access, road access, cataly
compatibility) (as per City Council RES. EX22.1 #4 and #5);
THAT TRCA staff work with the City of Toronto to ensure (to the
proposed valley corridor of the Lower Don River through the Port
encroachment by development, through planning and permit approva
agreements, if applicable (as per City Council RES. EX22.1 #6);
THAT TRCA staff assist TWRC, the City and TTC, as necessary, in
Lower Don Lands Class EA Infrastructure Master Plan (May 2010) a
Precinct Class EA Environmental Study Report (May 2010) as it re
TRCA regulations and other associated issues (as per City Counci
THAT TRCA staff assist TWRC and the City of Toronto in initiatin
recreational and ecological opportunities in parks, including La
Tommy Thompson Park (as per City Council RES. EX22.1 #8);
THAT TRCA staff assist the City in the City's review of utilizin
charges for implementation of the DMNP EA, and with the City's P
group, if and as requested (as per City Council RES. EX22.1 #9 a
THAT TRCA staff assist the City with the creation of a high-leve
the entire Port Lands consistent with the Central Waterfront Sec
applicable (as per City Council RES. EX22.1 #12);
THAT TRCA staff report back to the Authority on the outcomes of
DMNP EA and other required planning instruments or processes tha
flood plain management and naturalization and/or other matters b
the review and business plans, and that this reporting back be c
reports to City Council and the TWRC Board;
THAT TRCA staff work with TWRC and the City to finalize and obta
for funding (with an upset limit of $915,000.00, plus 20% contin
implement the above scope of work with the following breakdown o
approval of TWRC;
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THAT TRCA staff extend the contract and budget for the consultan
(formerly Gartner Lee) to undertake the necessary amendments to
upset limit of $585,000.00, plus 20% contingency, plus HST;
THAT the authorized officials be directed to take the necessary
executions of documents and funding instruments pursuant to the
AND FURTHER THAT the Deputy City Manager of City of Toront and the Chief Executive
Officer of TWRC be so advised.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #9/11 held on October 28, 2011, Resolution #
follows:
n conjunction with
WHEREAS the City of Toronto has requested City of Toronto staff,
Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation (TWRC), and Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority (TRCA) with input from the Toronto Port Lands Development
Corporation (TPLC) to seek ways to accelerate the redevelopment of the Toronto
Portlands;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA staff be directed to part
review of the Don Mouth Naturalization and Port Lands Flood Prot
Environmental Assessment preferred and other alternatives, and the implementation
strategy, with the intent to clarify the economic value that wil
redevelopment of the area and to make the project as attractive
sector investment while upholding the goal and objectives as app
the Environment as stated within the EA Terms of Reference (June 2006);
THAT TRCA staff be directed, in conjunction with TWRC, to notify the Province of Ontario
of the addition of the City of Toronto as a co-proponent to the Don Mouth Naturalization
and Port Lands Flood Protection Project EA;
THAT TRCA staff be directed to ensure TRCA's interest in the Port Lands including
Tommy Thompson Park, the linkage from Lake Ontario Park to Ashbrnd
other elements of Lake Ontario Park be suitably addressed within
acceleration of the revitalization of the Port Lands;
THAT TRCA staff report back to the Authority on the outcomes of
to the preferred alternative for the Don Mouth Naturalization a
Protection Project EA or other actions, and any implications for flood plain management
and naturalization and/or other matters based on the findings of
plans, and that this reporting back be coordinated with the rep
the TWRC Board;
AND FURTHER THAT the authorized officials be directed to take th
including executions of documents and funding instruments.
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Over the last 12 months, TWRC, the City of Toronto and TRCA have
studies as part of the Port Lands Acceleration Initiative (PLAI)
re-examine the Don Mouth Naturalization and Port Lands Flood Pro
Environmental Assessment and develop a business and implementati
as directed by City Council at its meeting on September 21, 2011
Authority Meeting #9/11 Resolution above.
As outlined in "Summary of Findings" report (
www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2012/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-49694.pd) - Appendix 1 to the
"Report from the Deputy City Manager, Cluster B on Port Lands Ac
Report dated August 24, 2012", the key outcomes of the PLAI are:
A strategy that incrementally delivers the revitalization of the t
matches costs to development;
Confirmation that the flood protection plan recommended in the D
sound;
A savings of approximately $130 million in overall flood protecti
as a result of the revised flood protection plan compared to the
Council in 2010;
The identification of a business case for the revitalization of
costs to the appropriate funding sources and shows a positive ca
that can be invested into the next phases of development. Prelim
negative return in the range of $118 to $189 million (present va
30-year project time period. Further analysis is required to add
Confirmation that high order transit (Bus Rapid Transit and even
connecting the Port Lands to downtown and the rest of the City w
development of the Port; and
Identification of the importance of existing industrial and port
City and their role in defining the character of the Port Lands.
A central component for the business case identified during the P
approach for implementing the flood protection components of the
implementation of the DMNP EA effectively allows for smaller up
remove portions of the flood plain from flood risk, allowing ear
corresponding collection of development charges feeding back to
phases to proceed.
The Port Lands Acceleration Initiative has developed a refined o
financial plan for development that is practical and implementab
of the original plan.
On October 2, 2012, Toronto City Council adopted Resolution EX22
included as
1.City Council adopt the directionoutlined in the "Summary of Findings"
Appendix 1 of the report (August 24, 2012) from the Deputy City Manager, Cluster B,
as a basis for action regarding the Port Lands Acceleration Initi
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2.City Council endorse the 2012 "4WS Re-aligned" option and request Waterfront
Toronto and the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) to revise and
submit the Environmental Assessment to the Ministry of the Enviro
3.City Council request the TRCA and Provincial Ministries (including the Ministry of
Municipal Affairs and Housing and the Ministry of Natural Resour) to approve the
revised phasing strategy and planning framework (Special Policy A) for the
implementation of the Don Mouth Naturalization and Port Lands Flo
Project Environmental Assessment (DMNP EA) as outlined inthe report (August 24,
) from the Deputy City Manager, Cluster B and to include the Don Greenway in
2012
the first phase of implementation.
4.City Council request the Deputy City Manager responsible for t,
Waterfront Toronto and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to
initiate precinct planning,following the Port Lands Acceleration Initiative Steering
Committee model and using the robust and high standard of public
used throughout the Port Lands Acceleration Initiative process,along with the
submission of a business and implementation plan, for the following precincts within
the Port Lands: Cousins Quay (E1), Polson Quay (E3), and Film Studio District (F);
and to address in the E3 precinct planning the issues of water access, road access,
catalysts sites and land use compatibility, identified in the letter dated September 7,
, Lafarge Canada Inc., addressed to the Mayor and the
2012 from Gurinder S. Girn
President and Chief Executive Officer, Waterfront Toronto.
5.City Council refer the submissions regarding the expansion of
boundaries to "properties across the street" to the Deputy City Manager responsible
for the Waterfront Initiative, for consideration in the Precinct Planning Process.
6.City Council request the Deputy City Manager responsible for t,
in consultation with the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and the
TRCA, through planning and permit approvals and other legal agreement,if
applicable, to ensure that the proposed valley corridor of the Lower Don Ri
through the Port Lands is protected from encroachment by develop
, as necessary, the Lower Don
7.City Council request Waterfront Toronto to revise
Lands Class EA Infrastructure Master Plan (May 2010) and Keating Channel Precinct
Class EA Environmental Study Report (May 2010) to align with the direction for the
Port Lands.
8.City Council request the Deputy City Manager responsible for t
and the General Manager of Parks, Forestry and Recreation in consultation with
, the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning,and the
Waterfront Toronto
TRCA to initiate the development of recreational and ecological
parks, including Lake Ontario Park and Tommy Thompson Park.
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9.City Councildirect the Deputy City Manager responsible for the Waterfront In
and the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer to furthe
City-wide development charges for infrastructure, and area-specific development
charges or any other appropriate mechanisms for the Port Lands a
plain area to pay for flood protection and infrastructure in the
impacted areas,andto report on additional and associated financing options and
timelines to accelerate naturalization of the Don River Course a
River Districts in the Phase 3 precinct(s) between Don Roadway, Cherry Street,
Keating and Ship Channels.
10.City Council direct the Deputy City Manager responsible for t
coordinate, following the Port Lands Acceleration Initiative Steering Commi
model, the creation of a landowners' group consisting of property owners and
long-term lease holders within the Port Lands in order to secure
sharing and front-ending agreements as well as other mechanisms f
infrastructure necessary for redevelopment and direct the landowngroup to
report back on their progress within one year.
11.City Council direct the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financi
infrastructure projects required for the redevelopment of the Por
works considered for incorporation within the Development Charge
currently underway.
12.City Council request the Deputy City Manager responsible for ,
Waterfront Toronto and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to
report to the Planning and Growth Management Committee on the cre
high-level planning framework for the entire Port Lands consisten
Waterfront Secondary Plan.
13.City Council request the Deputy City Manager responsible for ,
to determine thephysical worksthat would be required to introduce higher order
transit on Commissioners Street and report to the Planning and G
Committee.
City of Toronto, TWRC and TRCA staff are now moving to proceed w
the PLAI, including work required to amend the DMNP EA, and revi
planning documentation pertaining to the Port Lands identified a
recommendations identified within this board report reflect acti
involvement in the recommendations adopted by Toronto City Counc
TRCA is targeting June 28, 2013 as the submission date for the A
However, the Ontario Minister of the Environment has provided a
current pause on the review of the DMNP EA until September 6, 20
Brian Denney, as Chief Administrative Officer of TRCA, John Live
Manager, and John Campbell, Chief Executive Officer for TWRC wil
head of the Executive Steering Committee for the next phase of t
amendment of the DMNP EA.
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FINANCIAL DETAILS
It is anticipated that the total costs for the DMNP EA amendment
plus 20% contingency, plus HST. The breakdown of costs is as fo
AECOM$585,000.00
Legal allowance$25,000
TRCA staff & Consultation$305,000.00
Contingency (20%)
$183,000.00
TOTAL
$1,098,000.00
Costs for TRCA and AECOM's continued involvement are subject to
.
confirmation of flow-through funding availability
Report prepared by: Kenneth Dion, extension 5230
Emails: kdion@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Kenneth Dion, extension 5230
Emails: kdion@trca.on.ca
Date: September 20, 2012
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RES.#A187/12 -FRENCHMAN'S BAY HARBOUR ENTRANCE PROJECT
City of Pickering in the Region of Durham. Frenchman's Bay water
revitalization including the East and West Spits and the Harbour
Entrance.
Moved by:Ben Cachola
Seconded by:Vincent Crisanti
WHEREAS on July 1, 2012 the federal and provincial governments a
will contribute a total of $6 million toward the FrenchmanÔs Bay
AND WHEREAS The City of Pickering has approved in its 2012 Parks
provide $3 million toward the Project;
AND WHEREAS the total estimated cost of $9 million for the Proje
between the federal and provincial governments and the City of P
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT Toronto and Region Conservatio
(TRCA) staff be directed to enter into a memorandum of understan
Pickering to carry out the Project;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized officials be directed to take the ne
implement any agreements including obtaining needed approvals an
execution of documents.
CARRIED
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BACKGROUND
FrenchmanÔs Bay is located within the western sector of the Regi
shore of Lake Ontario in the City of Pickering. The Bay has prov
recreational boaters a natural calm water harbour for over a cen
number of boating clubs and marinas. The roughly 85 hectare site
Road, defined by Whites Road to the west and Liverpool Road to t
Bay watershed covers a drainage area of 2,704 hectares and is co
densely urbanized in Canada. Four main tributaries feed Frenchma
Pine Creek, Amberlea Creek, Dunbarton Creek and Krosno Creek.
Principle landowners of FrenchmanÔs Bay are Toronto and Region C
Ontario Power Generation, City of Pickering and private landowne
Harbour Company. The majority of the land located on either side
publicly owned, with the exception of three private residential
Boulevard and the western terminus of the east spit. Significant
within the boundaries of the FrenchmanÔs Bay watershed are the P
Station including a wind turbine, FrenchmanÔs Bay Marina and Fre
At Authority Meeting #1/08, held on February 29, 2008, ResolutionA12/08 directed staff to
work with the City of Pickering to undertake an environmental as
reconstruction of the Frenchman's Bay harbour entrance. On May 2
Council authorized TRCA to assume a leadership role in the partn
to complete an Environmental Assessment, work plan and financing
harbour entrance. The Schedule ÓCÔ Environmental Assessment for
was approved by the Ministry of the Environment on November 16,
As part of the Environment Assessment, TRCA completed a funding s
project. The strategy proposed a cost-sharing funding formula of
1/3 City of Pickering. The total estimated cost for the harbour
directly associated works is $9 million. TRCA staff has been pro
that TRCA will be the project manager for the works, subject to
of understanding. City of Pickering will again consider this pro
scheduled for November 5, 2012.
In order to meet the scheduled project deliverables within the p
TRCA staff obtain board approval to proceed in advance of the Ci
Meeting in early November. With construction scheduled to begin
important to complete key components of the work before March 1,
window will prevent in-water work until after the 2013 boating s
RATIONALE
This initiative will replace two breakwaters located at the harb
entrance to improve user safety and accessibility. Reconstructio
preserve and enhance ecological conditions, provide new opportun
recreation, enhance tourism and strengthen local businesses.
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The existing east crib will be encased in steel sheet piling. Th
along the outer limits of the existing structure and lined with
wave reflection and overtopping. The new east breakwater will in
pedestrian walkway, providing pedestrian access to the breakwate
public amenities and community character on the east side of Fre
On the west side of the harbour entrance, the existing western c
replaced with a new armourstone breakwater further west to creat
wide at the navigation depth of 3.2 m below datum. The western b
crest width to facilitate construction of a pile-supported concr
breakwater ties into the passive waterfront recreation theme of
West and offers waterfront access for anglers, waterfront trail
Both the eastern and western breakwaters will have a series of a
spaced approximately 60 m apart along the length of the breakwat
egress from the harbour entrance channel. The design of the east
railings designed to resist the higher wave and ice forces that
the breakwater. The remainder of the walkway will have a pipe cu
for only small-wheeled non-vehicular traffic such as strollers o
NEXT STEPS
TRCA staff will work with City of Pickering to implement the Fre
Project, including the preparation of a work plan, construction
strategy and budget. TRCA will undertake a legal land survey to
Pickering Harbour Company - TRCA Agreement. TRCA to prepare a reA" to the
Pickering - TRCA Management Agreement (March 29, 2007). TRCA wil
memorandum of understanding with City of Pickering to fund the p
of $9 million.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Funds to undertake the FrenchmanÔs Bay Harbour Entrance Project
City of Pickering, further to the memorandum of understanding.
Report prepared by: Connie Pinto, extension 5387
Emails: cpinto@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Nancy Gaffney, extension 5313
Emails: ngaffney@trca.on.ca
Date: October 26, 2012
Attachments: 1
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Attachment 1
FRENCHMANÔS BAY HARBOUR ENTRANCE
PROJECT BRIEF
On December 3, 2008, the City of Pickering,
working in partnership with Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority (TRCA), commenced
the FrenchmanÔs Bay Harbour Entrance Class
Environmental Assessment. The FrenchmanÔs
Bay Harbour Entrance Project will result in the
creation of a safe harbour entrance that
supports the marine functions of the Bay, while
preserving or enhancing the ecological
conditions. The project also provides
opportunities to improve public use and
recreation, environmental sustainability,
enhanced tourism and commercial linkages.
Public Consultation
To facilitate ongoing stakeholder involvement at the planning le
Liaison Committee made up of stakeholder representatives was est
met four times between January and May, 2009: January 29, February 12, March 26, and April
16. Each meeting was held at the FrenchmanÔs Bay Yacht Club in t
chaired by the facilitator who led the discussion and recorded t
and discussion points. The main function of the Committee was to
concern related to the impact and design of the project and to o
solutions to resolve these concerns. Over the four meetings, the
existing conditions, developed targets for evaluating alternativ
concepts, helped refine the alternatives, and finalized the draf
In compliance with the approved environmental assessment process
Centres were held in the Council Chambers at the City of Pickeri
public comment on the project. The first Public Information Cent
2009 and attended by 45 members of the public, including several
and the Community Liaison Committee. Discussion points included
channel width and depth, water exchange between the Bay and the
water quality and warm water fishery), and long term dredging. T
Centre was held on May 5, 2009 to seek feedback on the draft Pre
arising from this meeting included scheduling of construction, f
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Planning and Approvals
On behalf of the City of Pickering, TRCA completed a Schedule C
with the requirements of the Municipal Class Environmental Asses
phases of work as follows:
Phase 1 Ï Define Problem
Phase 2 Ï Identify/Evaluate Alternative Solutions
Phase 3 Ï Select Preferred Design
Phase 4 Ï Prepare Environmental Study Report
Phase 5 Ï Detailed Design and Approvals
The Harbour Entrance design incorporated input from all stakehol
recommendations from the City of PickeringÔs Waterfront Coordina
the recommendation regarding the provision for a formal pedestri
and west breakwaters. The Preferred Alternative received widespr
City of PickeringÔs Executive Committee on July 6, 2009. Follow
meeting, the staff report and recommendation was taken to the Ci
July 13, 2009. Resolution #182/09 states:
, Operations and Emergency Services concerning
Ñ1.That Report OES 41-09 of the Director
the FrenchmanÔs Bay Harbour Entrance Environmental Assessment be
information;
2.That both the East and West breakwater walls be proposed and b
included as part of the preferred alternative submitted with the ; and
3.That Council endorse the submission of the Draft Environmental) to
the Ministry of the Environment.Ò
The Environmental Study Report (ESR) was completed and made avai
agency comment in September 2009. The Ministry of the Environmen
November 16, 2009. Following approval of the ESR, TRCA has worke
detailed designs; a long term monitoring, maintenance and operat
supporting documents to obtain permits and approvals; and an agr
from the Pickering Harbour Company.
The Project
The Harbour Entrance Project proposes enclosure of the existing
lined with sloped rip rap and armourstone to reduce wave reflect
Enclosing the existing eastern crib in steel sheet piling facili
concrete pedestrian walkway, providing pedestrian access consist
amenities and community character on the east side of FrenchmanÔ
On the west side of the harbour entrance, the existing western c
replaced with a new armourstone breakwater further west to creat
wide at the navigation depth of 3.2 m below datum. The western b
crest width to facilitate construction of a pile-supported concr
breakwater ties into the passive waterfront recreation theme of
West and offers waterfront access for anglers, waterfront trail
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Both the eastern and western breakwaters will have a series of a
spaced approximately 60 m apart along the length of the breakwat
egress from the harbour entrance channel. The design of the east
railings. The design of the railing is based on conventional bre
to resist the higher wave and ice forces that will occur near th
The ends of the breakwaters will have a capped steel pile rail t
length of approximately 10 m. The rail will reduce to an elevati
transition then remain at that elevation for approximately 40 m.
will have a 200 mm high pipe curb intended to act as a barrier f
non-vehicular traffic such as strollers or wheelchairs.
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Project Impact and Rationale
Recreational boating makes a significant contribution to the Can
a source of considerable tourist revenue. The improvements assoc
Entrance Project, as they relate to expanded boating and tourism
approved economy for the City of Pickering. Without implementing
Project, the future of boating at FrenchmanÔs Bay will be uncert
The Pickering Official Plan Policy promotes boating, tourism and
FrenchmanÔs Bay waterfront. The guiding vision for the entire Wa
ÑGreat Lakes Nautical VillageÒ with a mix of uses and an ambianc
guidelines state that the Village should be an interesting place
recognizes the need for seasonal marina facilities with some opp
as FrenchmanÔs Bay is considered a boating tourism area.
The Harbour Entrance Project also respects the intent of the Cit
point on the waterfront for tourist activity at the foot of Live
creation of a pier and associated public amenities. The Harbour
an overall improvement to tourism operations.
Currently, all the businesses in close proximity to FrenchmanÔs
their potential to contribute to the local economy because of th
The newly developed Nautical Node on Liverpool Road on the east
will never reach its potential unless more boating is encouraged
by having a safe harbour entrance. The significant investment of
governments would provide community building leadership and woul
investments by the public/private sectors:
Major investment in facility improvements (i.e. docks and land b
marine operators/businesses;
Investment by the City of Pickering, Region of Durham and TRCA i
waterfront parks, waterfront trails, fishing piers/nodes, aquati
attached draft concept plan of the FrenchmanÔs Bay Waterfront Pa
Expansion of the marine uses (i.e. SwanÔs Marina boat brokerage)
increased tax base for Pickering and the Region of Durham, and F
taxes;
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Maintain the benefits of the current public/private investment t
initiatives of FrenchmanÔs Bay (i.e. Millennium Square, New town
associated dockominium, Pickering Harbour Company).
Project Funding and Implementation Schedule
The proposed funding partnership for this major capital works is
Province of Ontario, City of Pickering, and Region of Durham. Ba
completed to date, including the preparation of detailed designs
harbour entrance is estimated at $9M in 2011 dollars.
City of Pickering has all the necessary approval documents prepa
funding of $9M is secured, the project implementation plan is ex
implementation schedule includes securing all necessary permits,
construction. The west breakwater would be constructed first, fo
Should funding for the project be phased over two years rather t
be revised to reflect a two year construction plan. The construc
would be undertaken in the first year, with construction of the
year. Based on the cost breakdown for completion of the Harbour
a phased approach would be $5M in Year 1 and $4M in Year 2.
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RES.#A188/12 -FRENCHMAN'S BAY HARBOUR ENTRANCE PROJECT PHASE 1
West Breakwater Construction. Award of contracts for the supply and
delivery of various aggregate materials in support of the French
Bay Harbour Entrance Project, City of Pickering.
Moved by:Ben Cachola
Seconded by:Vincent Crisanti
THAT Contract RSD12-116 for the supply and delivery of approxima
4-6 tonne armour stone to the Frenchman's Bay Harbour Entrance P
Breakwater, in the City of Pickering, be awarded to Glenn Windre
unit price of $49.25 per tonne and a total cost not to exceed $2
contingency to be expended as authorized by Toronto and Region C
(TRCA) staff, plus HST, it being the lowest bid that meets TRCA
specifications;
THAT Contract RSD12-117 for the supply and delivery of approxima
3-5 tonne armour stone to the FrenchmanÔs Bay Harbour Entrance P
Breakwater, be awarded to J.C. Rock Limited for a total unit pri
a total cost not to exceed $531,100.00, plus 25% contingency to
authorized by TRCA staff, plus HST, it being the lowest bid that
estimates and specifications;
THAT Contract RSD12-119 for the supply and delivery of approxima
0.5-2 tonne armour stone to the FrenchmanÔs Bay Harbour Entrance
Breakwater, be awarded to Glenn Windrem Trucking for a total uni
tonne and a total cost not to exceed $113,300.00, plus 25% conti
as authorized by TRCA staff, plus HST, it being the lowest bid t
estimates and specifications;
THAT Contract RSD12-122 for the supply and delivery of approxima
400mm - 600mm rip rap stone to the FrenchmanÔs Bay Harbour Entra
West Breakwater, be awarded to R.W. Tomlinson Limited for a tota
per tonne and a total cost not to exceed $483,708.00, plus 25% c
expended as authorized by TRCA staff, plus HST, it being the low
staff cost estimates and specifications;
THAT Contract RSD12-123 for the supply and delivery of approxima
100mm - 200mm gabion stone to the FrenchmanÔs Bay Harbour Entran
West Breakwater, be awarded to Miller Paving Limited for a total
tonne and a total cost not to exceed $203,350.00, plus 25% conti
as authorized by TRCA staff, plus HST, it being the lowest bid t
estimates and specifications;
THAT should staff be unable to achieve an acceptable contract wi
suppliers, that staff be authorized to enter into and conclude c
the other suppliers that submitted tenders, beginning with the n
TRCA specifications;
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THAT the award of contract(s) be conditional upon entering into
understanding between TRCA and City of Pickering, and confirmati
for the project;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take a
to implement the foregoing, including the signing and execution
order to facilitate the essential construction implementation in
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
In 2008, the City of Pickering working in partnership with TRCA,
Harbour Entrance Class Environmental Assessment (EA). The purpos
create a safe harbor entrance that supports the marine function
enhancing the ecological conditions. Through the EA process, the
developed that consisted of two breakwater structures running pe
west spits of the harbour entrance, thus improving navigability.
approximately 200 metres in length and are designed to be constr
aggregate material.
The following aggregates will be required to construct the west
approximately 5,000 tonnes of armour stone 4-6 tonne;
approximately 11,300 tonnes of armour stone 3-5 tonne;
approximately 2,200 tonnes of armour stone 0.5-2 tonne;
approximately 17,300 tonnes of rip rap Stone 400mm-600mm; and
approximately 8,300 tonnes of gabion stone 100mm-200mm.
RATIONALE
Tender packages were sent to 10 suppliers as follows:
Brock Aggregates;
C.D.R. YoungÔs Aggregates Inc;
Dufferin Aggregates;
Glenn Windrem Trucking;
J.C. Rock Limited;
James Dick Construction Ltd.;
Miller Paving Ltd.;
Nelson Aggregate Co.;
R.W. Tomlinson Ltd.; and
Strada Aggregates.
Tenders RSD12-116, RSD12-117, RSD12-119, RSD12-122 and RSD12-123 were publicly
advertised on the electronic procurement website Biddingo (http:
September 1, 2012. The Tender Opening Committee opened tenders o
2012 with the following results:
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Contract RSD12-116 -Supply and Delivery of Approximately 5,000 t
4-6 tonne Armour Stone
TOTAL UNIT PRICETOTAL VALUE OF
BIDDERSPER TONNECONTRACT
(Plus HST)(Plus HST)
Glenn Windrem Trucking$49.25$246,250.00
C.D.R. YoungÔs Aggregates Inc.$50.55$252,750.00
Dufferin Aggregates$56.27$281,350.00
Contract RSD12-117 - Supply and Delivery of Approximately 11,300
3-5 tonne Armour Stone
TOTAL UNIT PRICETOTAL VALUE OF
BIDDERS
PER TONNECONTRACT
(Plus HST)
(Plus HST)
J.C. Rock Limited$47.00$531,100.00
C.D.R Young Aggregates Inc.$50.55$571,215.00
Glenn Windrem Trucking$54.50$615,850.00
Dufferin Aggregates$56.27$635,851.00
Contract RSD12-119 -Supply and Delivery of Approximately 2,200 t
0.5-2 tonne Armour Stone
TOTAL UNIT PRICETOTAL VALUE OF
BIDDERSPER TONNECONTRACT
(Plus HST)(Plus HST)
Glenn Windrem Trucking$51.50$113,000.00
Dufferin Aggregates$61.27$134,794.00
C.D.R YoungÔs Aggregates Inc.79.50$174,900.00
Contract RSD12-122 -Supply and Delivery of Approximately 17,300
400mm-600mm Rip Rap Stone
TOTAL VALUE OF
TOTAL UNIT PRICE
BIDDERSCONTRACT
PER TONNE
(Plus HST)(Plus HST)
R.W. Tomlinson Ltd.$27.96$483,708.00
Dufferin Aggregates$28.31$489,763.00
J.C. Rock Limited $31.25$540,625.00
Brock Aggregates Inc.$38.05$658,265.00
Glenn Windrem Trucking$42.00$726,600.00
C.D.R YoungÔs Aggregates Inc.$47.25$817,425.00
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Contract RSD12-123 -Supply and Delivery of Approximately 8,300 T
100mm-200mm Gabion Stone
TOTAL UNIT PRICETOTAL VALUE OF
BIDDERSPER TONNECONTRACT
(Plus HST)(Plus HST)
Miller Paving Ltd$24.50$203,350.00
R.W. Tomlinson Ltd.$26.46$219,618.00
Dufferin Aggregates$27.72$230,076.00
C.D.R YoungÔs Aggregates Inc.$28.35$235,305.00
James Dick Construction$29.50$244,850.00
Glenn Windrem Trucking $29.75$246,925.00
Strada Aggregates $31.50$261,450.00
Nelson Aggregates$34.87$289,421.00
Brock Aggregates$35.50$294,650.00
Based on the bids received, staff recommends that: Glenn Windrem
Contract RSD12-116 for the supply and delivery of approximately
armour stone for the unit cost of $49.25 per tonne and a total c
plus HST; J.C. Rock Limited be awarded Contract RSD12-117 for th
approximately 11,300 tonnes of 3-5 tonne armour stone for the un
and a total cost not to exceed $531,100.00, plus HST; Glenn Wind
Contract RSD12-119 for the supply and delivery of approximately
armour stone for the unit price of $51.50 per tonne and a total
plus HST; R.W. Tomlinson Limited be awarded Contract RSD12-122 f
of approximately 17,300 tonnes of 400mm-600mm rip-rap stone for
tonne and a total cost not to exceed $483,708.00, plus HST; Mill
Contract RSD12-123 for the supply and delivery of approximately
100mm-200mm gabion stone for the unit price of $24.50 per tonne
exceed $203,350.00, plus HST. Each contract is also subject to
expended as authorized by TRCA staff.
As the recipient agency for many past and current waterfront proj
project management services to facilitate the construction of th
With construction scheduled to begin in November 2012, the time
completing key components of the breakwaters before the fisherie
in-water work. It is urgent for TRCA staff to obtain board appro
Pickering Council meeting in early November to meet the schedule
budget.
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FINANCIAL DETAILS
Funds to undertake the FrenchmanÔs Bay Harbour Entrance Project
the City of Pickering, further to the Memorandum of Understandin
Report prepared by: Jordan Budway, 416-392-9721
Emails: jbudway@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: James Dickie, 416-392-9702
Emails: jdickie@trca.on.ca
Date: September 18, 2012
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.#A189/12 -AMBERLEA CREEK EROSION CONTROL PROJECT
RES
Award of contract for planning and engineering services in suppor
Amberlea Creek Erosion Control Project Environmental Assessment
Moved by:Ben Cachola
Seconded by:Vincent Crisanti
THAT the contract to undertake engineering services in support o
Erosion Control Project Environmental Assessment be awarded to t
led by Aquafor Beech at a total cost not to exceed $156,360.00 p
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff be a
additional expenditures to a maximum of 20% of the contract cost
allowance if deemed necessary;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized officials be directed to take the ne
implement the contract including the signing and execution of do
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #5/12, held on June 22, 2012, Resolution #A95/12 was approved as
follows:
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA)staff accept the lead
role in partnership with the City of Pickering to undertake a Cla
Assessment (Class EA) for the Amberlea Creek Erosion Control Project, subject
to City of Pickering Council approval on June 18, 2012;
AND FURTHER THAT the City of Pickering be so advised.
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In support of the Environmental Assessment process for the Amber
Project, TRCA requires a consultant team to provide professional
outlined in RFP# PMO12-11, in order to undertake the planning an
Creek Erosion Control Project as outlined in the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act (EA Act)
and in particular, the procedures outlined in the Conservation O
Assessment for Remedial Flood and Erosion Control Projects (Janua
2009). TRCA will be responsible for managing the successful consultants
the Class EA process.
RATIONALE
Request for Prequalifications (RFP# PMO12-11) for professional e
made publicly available to prospective consultants via Biddingo.A total
of 26 firms downloaded the prequalification package. On August 17, 2012, TRCA received 10
submissions in advance of the 12:00 pm (noon) submission deadlin
the following:
AECOM;
AMEC Environment & Infrastructure;
Aquafor Beech Ltd.;
Cole Engineering Group Ltd.;
Dillon Consulting Ltd.;
Golder Associates;
Greck Associates Ltd.;
Parish Geomorphic Ltd.;
URS Canada Inc.;
W.F. Baird & Associates Coastal Engineers Ltd.
The Prequalification submissions were reviewed by the Consultant
on criteria set out in the Prequalification document. The follow
RFP# PMO12-11 on September 14, 2012, based on the merit of their
submission:
Amec Environment & Infrastructure;
Aquafor Beech Ltd.;
Cole Engineering Group Ltd.
On October 1, 2012, TRCA received three proposals in advance of
submission deadline for RFP# PMO12-11. The consultants were req
proposals, a Technical Proposal and Fee Proposal. The Fee Propos
separate sealed envelope to be formally opened in accordance wit
The Technical Proposals were opened by TRCA staff (Lindsay Priho
Grech) on October 3, 2012. All five members of the Proposal Selection Committee, consisting
of staff from the City of Pickering and TRCA, reviewed the Techn
used to evaluate the Technical Proposals included the following:
qualifications of the lead (skill set, leadership);
qualifications of the sub consultants (skill set);
experience (directly relevant experience, public sector, multidi
complete and comprehensive submission including organization and
demonstrated understanding of the study requirements;
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innovative ideas and approaches to meeting the study objectives;
planning process, public consultation and technical aspects;
detailed description of the work program and realistic study tar
description of recent assignments;
appropriate amount of participation by senior staff;
work program, timelines and scheduling consistent with study req
defined deliverables;
ability to commit to timing objectives;
public, stakeholder and staff consultations appropriately identi
appropriate allocation of resources to phases of the study.
Based on the Proposal Selection Committee's review of the TechniAquafor Beech
Ltd.'s evaluation score was the highest. Based on the evaluation
Aquafor Beech Ltd has over 30 years of experience with the comple
and high profile Environmental Assessments. Their experience wit
assessments was evident in the Technical Proposal, as the scope
with all the critical requirements highlighted throughout their
The three sealed Fee Proposals were formally opened at Tender Op
#8/12, held on October 12, 2012 with the following results:
CompanyBid Proposal
(Plus HST)
Aquafor Beech Ltd.$156,360.00
Cole Engineering Group Ltd.$115,720.00
AMEC Environment & Infrastructure$114,215.00
The detailed cost breakdown summarized in the Fee Proposals iden
between the three proposals for the following two phases: Risk A
Aquafor Beech had significantly more hours and senior resources
Environmental Assessment.
allocated to the two phases noted above.These are hours and reso
Selection Committee have identified as necessary to complete the
profile project. Therefore, the Proposal Selection Committee is
awarded to Aquafor Beech Ltd., as they have the most experience
understanding of the scope of work required, and as a result pro
proposal.
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FINANCIAL DETAILS
Cost for the consulting team is $156,360, plus 20% contingency,
Pickering Capital Budget has $409,645 excluding HST, plus $61,44
environmental assessment, community consultation, detailed desig
securement of implementation. The funds for this contract are p
the City of Pickering, under account 189-51.
Report prepared by: Natalie Seniuk, 647-537-4185
Emails: nseniuk@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Lindsay Prihoda extension 5787
Emails: lprihoda@trca.on.ca
Date: October 10, 2012
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RES.#A190/12 -TOWN OF CALEDON COLERAINE WEST ECO-BUSINESS PARK
POLICIES AND STANDARDS
Award of Contract. Approval to award the contract to develop the Town of
Caledon Coleraine West Eco-Business Park Standards, Design
Guidelines and Zoning By-Law Amendment.
Moved by:Ben Cachola
Seconded by:Vincent Crisanti
THAT the contract to develop the Coleraine West Eco-Business Par
Guidelines and Zoning By-Law Amendment be awarded to Lighthouse
Building Centre at a total cost not to exceed $103,662.00 plus H
THAT TRCA staff be authorized to approve additional expenditures
percent (10%) of the total cost of the contract plus HST as a co
deemed necessary;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take t
to implement agreements with Lighthouse Sustainable Building Cen
obtaining required approvals and signing and execution of docume
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
In November 2008, Council directed Town of Caledon staff to work
Conservation Authority (TRCA) to investigate the feasibility of
the proposed employment areas in Caledon, specifically the Coler
Area. This area has been selected as the focus of the Eco-Busines
opportunity to develop planning documents at the early stages of
The Coleraine West Employment Land Area is approximately 257 hec
within an area bounded on the south by Mayfield Road, on the eas
North by existing industrial development and on the west by the
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It is intended that the resultant work produced from this projec
Town of CaledonÔs Secondary Plan for Coleraine West Employment L
create an eco-business zone, as well as into other Town of Caled
The resultant work will be beneficial to TRCA in the following w
the work will be made available as part of the Pearson Eco-Busin
provide guidance to partner municipalities in their development
planning environment to better support and coordinate eco-busine
Eco-Business Zone; and
the work can be made available to additional municipalities in f
eco-business zone development in new employment lands.
TRCA is the signatory to the agreement with Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) and
will manage the project on behalf of Town of Caledon. A memorandum of understanding
(MOU) between TRCA and Town of Caledon is currently being develo
partnership. The proposed work will be completed by the end of D
Proposed Work
A Request for Proposals (RFP) was developed by Town of Caledon an
highlighted the following deliverables:
Eco-Business Subdivision Principles
Develop an illustrated guide showing eco-business concepts for s
level planning.
Development Standards
Develop and deliver a ÓGuide to Eco-Business InfrastructureÔ whi
Town of Caledon with the necessary research, goals, performance
sample standards and administrative procedures to solicit, evalu
green infrastructure projects without the need to immediately mo
development standards.
A Fiscal Impact Assessment comparison of traditional development
versus the proposed outcomes from the eco-business concept.
Design Guidelines
Eco-Business Design Guidelines for Subdivision and Site Plan lev
development in the Coleraine Drive West Secondary Plan Area.
Zoning By-Law Amendments
The preparation of Draft Zoning Bylaw Amendment.
RATIONALE
On June 15, 2012, an RFP was issued to develop guidelines and po
Eco-Business Park. This RFP was issued to the following six org
Lighthouse Sustainable Building Centre;
MMM Group;
IBI Group;
HB Lararc;
TTS;
Stantec.
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One proposal was received from Lighthouse Sustainable Building C
RFP. Representatives from TRCA and the Town of Caledon reviewed
determined that Lighthouse Sustainable Building Centre is qualif
proven track record and the proposal is under budget.
The consultant team of Lighthouse Sustainable Building Centre (f
Solutions) has previous experience working with TRCA on the Pear
Policy Tools. Staff recommend retaining Lighthouse Sustainable C
develop the Town of Caledon Coleraine West Eco-Business Park Sta
and Zoning By-Law Amendment.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
The costs for this contract is $103,662.00 plus contingency, plu
approximately $116,200.00. Funding for the project is available
Canadian Municipalities grant submitted in partnership by TRCA a
FCM grant is in the amount of $93,335.000. The remainder of the
Town of Caledon and the Region of Peel Capital budget.
Report prepared by: Jennifer Taves, extension 5570
Emails: csharma@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Chandra Sharma, extension 5237
Emails: csharma@trca.on.ca
Date: October 09, 2012
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RES.#A191/12 -TREES FOR LIFE: A CAMPAIGN OF GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE
ONTARIO
Approval to participate in Trees For Life to advance The Living C
through urban forest sustainability.
Moved by:Ben Cachola
Seconded by:Vincent Crisanti
WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's (TRCA) visio
is dependent on healthy and resilient urban forests;
AND WHEREAS TRCA has played an important role in the development
strategies dedicated to the protection and enhancement of urban
systems, including local urban forest studies, the Terrestrial N
Strategy and the Green Infrastructure Ontario Coalition;
AND WHEREAS TRCA staff has the expertise and partnership connect
take a leadership role in collaborative efforts to advance the u
Greater Toronto Area;
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AND WHEREAS TRCA's strong relationship with partner municipaliti
municipal interests and objectives are represented and achieved;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA staff be authorized to pa
Steering Committee member and Co-ordinator in Trees For Life, a
Infrastructure Ontario Coalition;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Authority with progres
continues.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Trees For Life (TLF) was formed in 2011 by Mark Cullen, horticul
threats to urban forest sustainability in the Toronto region, in
municipal budget constraints. The goal of TFL is to double the u
Greater Toronto Area by 2050. TRCA was invited to participate i
Committee member together with the following organizations:
Mark Cullen: author of a weekly Toronto Star column, co-host of a weekly ga
segment on CTVÔs Canada AM, spokesperson and horticultural consu
Hardware and President of MarkÔs Choice Ltd., a horticultural co
marketing company (www.markcullen.com).
Local Enhancement & Appreciation of Forests (LEAF): an incorporated, not-for-profit,
community-based organization dedicated to the protection and imp
forests. LEAF programs focus on actively involving diverse commu
stewardship (www.yourleaf.org).
Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG): Toronto's sole botanical garden founded in 1956, TBG
connects people, plants and the natural world through education,
(www.torontobotanicalgarden.ca).
Ontario Parks Association (OPA): a not-for-profit charitable foundation founded in 1936,
OPA offers professional development, networking and advocacy opp
parks employees across the province (www.ontarioparksassociation.ca).
: a not-for-profit volunteer organization dedicated to the health
Ontario Urban Forest Council
of urban forests across Ontario (www.oufc.org).
Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association (LOHTA): an association representing
over 2,000 horticultural professionals. Members include landscap
management contractors, landscape designers, lawn care operators
owners, arborists, nursery growers, interior landscapers, and ir
lighting contractors (www.landscapeontario.com).
Trees Ontario: a not-for-profit organization committed to the greening of Ont
tree-planting programs for rural and urban areas (www.treesontario.ca).
Toronto Park People: is a registered charity dedicated to mobilizing all who care a
parks to address the challenges now and work cooperatively toget
the best they can possibly be (www.parkpeople.ca).
: a registered national charity founded in 1991 with a mandate to
Evergreen
cities through naturalization projects. Evergreen motivates peop
healthy, natural outdoor spaces and gives them the practical too
www.evergreen.ca).
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TFL has outlined the following objectives:
to coordinate the activities and resources of not-for-profit org
dedicated to tree planting and maintenance;
to solicit funds from government and private sources to invest i
ensure that the value of the monetary investment is maximized;
to take a pro-active role in legislative and government matters
government to affect changes that benefit the urban forest;
to uphold strong governance policies to ensure a clear message o
accountability and commitment to the protection, planting and ma
urban forest; and
to communicate and educate the public on the core messages of ur
including the societal, economic, health and wellness, and envir
urban forest.
As momentum builds in this initiative, TFL is identifying the nee
and donor support, as well as areas suitable for planting that c
urban forest cover.
RATIONALE
TRCA has offered administrative assistance to aid in the developA proposal was
made by TRCA to the Steering Committee of TFL recommending that
campaign of the Green Infrastructure Ontario (GIO) Coalition, a
nongovernmental organizations, academic institutions and local g
enhanced provincial level recognition and protection for green i
forests. This recommendation was agreed to by all TFL members.
proposal were also discussed and supported by the Steering Commi
TRCA is a member. TRCA currently provides a staff member to GIO
revenues, and who works under the guidance of TRCA. As a campaign of GIO, staff resources
can be directed to assist this initiative.
TRCA will provide a coordinator for TFL as well as technical sup
areas. These are activities that are already being undertaken by
departure from current work plans. Funding for the coordinator
and donations received through TFL. The staff time commitment w
funding.
Participation in TFL presents an opportunity to work collaborati
urban forest protection and enhancement in TRCA's jurisdiction.
mission of GIO, and offers a logical progression from GIO's prov
focus to a focus on regional urban forest issues. Establishing
yield the following benefits to members:
cohesion in messaging across all participating agencies facilita
committee common to both initiatives;
continued advocacy and momentum building from the existing found
GIO;
use of resources of GIO, TRCA and The Living City Foundation for
writing opportunities as well as a charitable status already ava
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use of TRCAÔs urban forest studies and strategies, therefore gai
as the ensuing urban forest working groups formed to implement s
use of TRCA programs to identify and implement urban forest plan
use of TRCA stewardship staff expertise to seek uptake on privat
The fulfillment of TFL's goals and objectives will support TRCAÔ
more specifically the objectives of multiple TRCA programs, incl
strategies, Sustainable Neighbourhood Retrofit Action Plans (SNA
(PPG), watershed plans and the Terrestrial Natural Heritage Syst
strong relationship with partner municipalities ensures that TRC
municipal interests and facilitate effective communication.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
To guide this undertaking a Memorandum of Understanding for all
developed at the outset. The coordinator will then create a busi
governance model and structure to be used for this campaign, fol
budget for the first year of operation. In addition, the coordin
tasks as needed:
work with TFL members to develop and implement a communication p
work with TRCA website manager to create TFL campaign sub-page o
coordinate the "introduction" of TFL to GIO members and support
and associated public and government relation activities;
report annually to TRCA management team/board on progress;
seek opportunities to spread the TFL message through presentatio
symposiums and conferences, etc.
To celebrate and launch this campaign, TRCA and the Black Creek
(BCCP) are coordinating a fall tree planting event at Archbishop
School. This collaborative effort will draw on volunteers from
organizations, notably Landscape Ontario, whose members are offe
equipment to plant more than 80 large caliper trees on the schoo
school will also play a critical role by providing maintenance a
FINANCIAL DETAILS
TRCA will provide a limited amount of initial funding to support
GIO and Ecology Division budgets. However, additional funding wi
members and private donors to fully support TRCA's administrativ
office space and corporate systems will also be relied upon to s
to TFL will be received through The Living City Foundation.
Report prepared by: Meaghan Eastwood, extension 5734
Emails: meastwood@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Deborah Martin-Downs, extension 5706
Emails: dmartin-downs@trca.on.ca
Date: October 16, 2012
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RES.#A192/12 -GLOBE PERFORMANCE SOLUTIONS CONSORTIUM
Authorization to participate as a member in the GLOBE Performance
Solutions Consortium.
Moved by:Ben Cachola
Seconded by:Vincent Crisanti
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) be authori
a member of the GLOBE Performance Solutions Consortium for a thr
ending July 31, 2015;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to report back to the Authori
TRCA participating in delivering the Environmental Technology Ve
program.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The GLOBE Foundation is an established not-for-profit organizati
championing green initiatives and leveraging sustainable venture
opportunities for enterprise and the environment. Since 1993, th
promoted the business case for sustainable development. The GLOB
and trade fairs on the business of the environment are North Ame
gathering of senior representatives from the public, private and
business of the environment.
The GLOBE Foundation has established an operating company, Globe
a collaborative platform that supports sustainable growth by acc
enhancing the benefits and reducing the risks of technology-base
Performance Solutions is an independent, third party organizatio
delivering the Canadian Environmental Technology Verification Pr
Environment Canada. The aim of the ETV Program is to provide a c
the validation and verification of environmental performance cla
processes and products.
Performance testing and verification procedures will follow the
General Verification Protocol for national environmental technol
Canada has played a key role in promoting international recognit
Canada is a member of the ETV International Working Group (IWG).
Canada participates in bilateral ETV projects with other countri
United States. Environment Canada has worked to support the dev
that would allow technologies to be jointly verified. In collab
leading the process to initiate and develop an international ETV
International Organization for Standardization). The ISO-ETV st
"verify once, accept everywhere" objective of the IWG.
Environment Canada has entered into a contribution agreement wit
Globe Performance Solutions to act as the delivery agent for the
the next three years, including:
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coordinating the technical management of the ETV process, includ
testing activities with technology developers;
maintaining a network of verification organizations and testing
Canada;
evaluating applications;
establishing verification contracts;
identifying and assembling technical experts;
providing verification reports, fact sheets and certificates;
undertaking marketing activities to increase awareness and under
ETV Program.
To facilitate delivery of the ETV Program, GLOBE Performance Sol
GLOBE Performance Solutions Consortium comprised of third-party,
specialists who will provide assessment, validation and verifica
relevant expertise required to undertake performance verificatio
GLOBE Performance Solutions Consortium will also collaborate wit
Solutions and the Canadian ETV Program on strategic planning and
communications and promotional activities.
To date, GLOBE Performance Solutions has drafted agreements with
organizations (VOs), each with technical specialization in one o
environmental priority areas: water, air, energy and soil. The
include the following organizations:
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority;
C-CORE;
Centre for Advancement of Trenchless Technologies (CATT);
Centre for Alternative Wastewater Treatment (CAWT);
Centre National en Electrochimie et en Technologies Environnemen
Edmonton Waste Management Centre of Excellence (EWMCE);
FPInnovations (FPI);
Prairie Agricultural Machinery Institute (PAMI);
Process Research ORTECH (PRO);
Walkerton Clean Water Centre (WCWC).
It is understood that other technologies and priorities may emer
other technical organizations with the capacity and quality mana
fulfill the functions of a qualified verification organization. Assessing these requirements will be
done on an ongoing basis in conjunction with Environment Canada.
Verification and Testing Bodies
The Consortium members will act as Verification and Testing Bodi
testing services as well as verification services in their respe
Specifically, the role of the Verification and Testing Bodies in
participation on the GLOBE Performance Verification Consortium A
assist with the identification of clean technology financing and
development and implementation of a performance measurement and
and quality management system;
provision of performance measurement and verification services a
and verification experts.
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The 10 organizations currently comprising the GLOBE Performance
capable of providing performance testing services as well as ver
respective areas of technical expertise. There are other technol
organizations in Canada and around the world that may also play
claims of technology vendors.
Proposed Technical Working Groups
GLOBE Performance Solutions and its Consortium members understan
Canada will be establishing ETV Program technical working groups
air, energy and soil) and that additional working groups may be
priorities that are identified. GLOBE Performance Solutions and
prepared to provide input, guidance and technical advice in thei
support of the technical working groups and Environment CanadaÔs
the Canadian ETV Program.
RATIONALE
GLOBE Performance Solutions invited TRCA to be a member of the G
Performance Consortium based on TRCA's proven track record for i
managing research projects with multiple stakeholders including
universities and accredited test laboratories and to assist in G
work as the Canadian ETV Program runs over the next three years.
research experience with various sustainable technologies throug
Technologies Evaluation Program (STEP) (www.sustainabletechnologies.ca). STEP, a
multi-agency program led by TRCA, was developed to provide the i
analytical tools needed to support broader adoption of clean wat
technologies and practices within Canadian cities. Since 2005,
numerous clean water and energy technology evaluations, literatu
documents and design and costing tools. Evaluation results have
conferences, workshops and events across North America.
In addition, The Living City vision for TRCA is one of the most
America targeting sustainable development of a city region. The
key to the future of the planet. These components work together
and the community to initiate and support movement towards sustaA key strategy to
move the vision forward was the development of a demonstration,
centre called ÑThe Living City Campus at Kortright" (www.thelivingcitycampus.com). The Living
City Campus at Kortright is home to CanadaÔs largest demonstrati
sustainable technologies. The Campus already includes the Earth
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the art LEED Gold certified building, and the LEED Platinum Archetype Sustainable Houses.
In addition, a LEED certified Fire/EMS station and the TRCA Rest
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OntarioÔs first LEED Platinum building, surround the campus. The Campus is also a fi
testing site for photovoltaic modules and innovative stormwater
practices. Though state-of-the-art demonstrations, research and
catalyst, showcasing and accelerating green building design and
Toronto region and beyond.
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Participation as a Consortium partner has several key benefits f
expanding the range of technologies currently being evaluated un
helping to eliminate existing barriers related to sustainable te
participating in the continued advancement and promotion of sust
receiving international recognition for The Living City Campus a
verification and testing facility.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
TRCA would provide $10,000, in-kind, to the Consortium by way of
and participation on the technical working groups. It is the i
Solutions to work with TRCA to identify projects and funding sou
verification of sustainable technologies.
Report prepared by: Patricia Lewis, 289-268-3903
Emails: plewis@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Glenn MacMillan, 289-268-3901
Emails: gmacmillan@trca.on.ca
Date: September 20, 2012
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RES.#A193/12 -LONG TERM OFFICE ACCOMMODATION WORKING GROUP
Reconstitution of the Long Term Office Accommodation Working Gro
comprised of Authority members to support and guide staff in
development and implementation of the Long Term Office
Accommodation project.
Moved by:Ben Cachola
Seconded by:Vincent Crisanti
THAT a Long Term Office Accommodation Working Group be reconstit
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) Members represe
Toronto and regions of Durham, Peel and York, including the Chai
staff in development and implementation of the Long Term Office
project;
AND FURTHER THAT the working group and staff report back regular
Committee.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #4/08, held on May 23, 2008, amended Resolution #A126/08 was
approved, in part, as follows:
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THAT a Long Term Office Accommodation Working Group consisting o
Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) Members representative of the participating
municipalities including the Chair, be created to support and guide staff in development
and implementation of the Long Term Office Accommodation project;...
Since this time, members of the Authority have changed and the W
hold after the unsuccessful proposal to purchase the Ormont buil
office space remains, so staff has been charged with continuing
carry out a Long Term Office Accommodation Project.
TRCA has grown considerably since its main office at 5 Shoreham
1970's. The purpose of the Long Term Office Accommodation Proje
accommodation needs of TRCA over the next 20 years and recommend
effective solution.
TRCA is currently using a number of locations to meet its short
requirements including:
1.
5 Shoreham Drive - the original "head office";
2.Black Creek Pioneer Village (BCPV);
3.70 Canuck Drive, Downsview Park - leased space of about 18,000 s
4.Boyd Office (Former Boyd Field Centre);
5.
Restoration Services Centre;
6.Earth Rangers - leased space (additional space under negotiation
TRCA also has a number of field locations, such as Kortright and
administrative and technical staff for various field operations.
believes that TRCA has sufficient space to meet our immediate ne
cannot be accommodated within the various centres. Additional centres would need to be
developed, such as Swan Lake or re-purposing of other rental uni
multiple locations there are additional costs to TRCA such as ph
and printers as well as staff travel time to other work location
uses are not transit accessible.
At Long Term Office Accommodation Working Group Meeting #2/08, he
2008, Resolution #D4/08 was approved as follows:
THAT staff begin the preliminary site planning and design phase
office space, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) or equivalent, to
be located on property owned by Toronto and Region Conservation A) in
the vicinity of Black Creek Pioneer Village (BCPV), to be funded from the Major
Maintenance account;
THAT staff continue to work with TRCA funding partners to prepar
financial plan to secure funding for the project;
THAT FURTHER THAT the working group and staff report to the Exec
the earliest opportunity.
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At Authority Meeting #10/08, held on January 9, 2009, Resolution A295/08 was approved as
follows:
THAT staff be directed to:
1. begin the preliminary site planning and design phase for the loca
office space, meeting City of Toronto's Green Development Standard, Leadership
in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)standard or equivalent, to be located
in the parking lot vicinity of Black Creek Pioneer Village (BCPV);
2. finalize a detailed business and financial plan to secure fun;
3. work with Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) funding partners to
determine funding opportunities and requirements;
AND FURTHER THAT the working group and staff report to the Execut
regular intervals on the status of the project.
Since this time a number of options were brought forward for con
including the purchase of a building not far from the current TR
assumptions made at the time of the initial analysis of office o
believe that it is time to re-examine the space requirements and
The much anticipated completion of the subway extension is the g
meeting staff transit desires while improving the development po
Head Office and BCPV.
RATIONALE
To support and advise staff as the project moves forward, it is
Term Office Accommodation Working Group be reconstituted consist
interested Authority members representative of the City of Toron
and York. It is suggested that the working group would have no
would meet as needed to support the staff group responsible for
would flow through the working group to the Executive Committee.
As reported in earlier communications to the Authority, options to be considered include:
leasing additional space;
building new space either as a new structure or addition(s) to e
partnerships with other organizations to create or lease space;
sharing space with municipal partners.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
Staff will update the Long Term Office Accommodation work plan i
needs analysis, developing terms of reference for consultant sup
discussions with potential partners and planning staff. Staff i
involved in creating new office space, not the least of which is
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FINANCIAL DETAILS
Staff has set aside funds in the Major Facilities Retrofit Accou
and analysis. Additional funds will be allocated in 2013 from this account. Fu
for project implementation can be expected.
Report prepared by: Deborah Martin-Downs, extension 5706
Emails: dmartin-downs@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Deborah Martin-Downs, extension 5706
Emails: dmartin-downs@trca.on.ca
Date: October 17, 2012
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RES.#A194/12 -LOWER DON RIVER WEST REMEDIAL FLOOD PROTECTION
PROJECT
Release of Occupancy Restriction and Substantial Completion of t
Flood Protection Landform. The Lower Don River West Flood
Remediation Project is nearing completion at which time the floo
covering a portion of downtown Toronto will be eliminated. A limitation
on human occupancy was placed on certain new developments in the
floodplain until the flood remedial works are complete as part o
to accelerate construction in the Distillery District and West D
area. At least one development is now ready to occupy, potentially prior
to permanent removal of the flood risk. The developer has reque
TRCA release the occupancy restriction. The Authority is reques
approve the request and delegate the authority to approve the
completion of the flood protection works to the Chief Administra
Officer.
Moved by:Ben Cachola
Seconded by:Vincent Crisanti
WHEREAS the Flood Protection Landform is very near completion bu
timing gap between substantial completion of the flood protectio
occupancy of the new development;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT the request by developers of t
District to release the restriction on occupancy of the mixed us
Cherry Street prior to the structural and functional completion
Landform be approved;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff be d
City of Toronto that TRCA has no objection to the residential an
of the development at 390 Cherry Street;
THAT TRCA staff be directed to provide consent to delete the Res
Agreement from title to 390 Cherry Street;
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THAT the Chief Administrative Officer be delegated the authority
and functional completion of the Flood Protection Landform;
AND FURTHER THAT the City of Toronto, Toronto Waterfront Revital
(TWRC), the Province of Ontario and Cityscape be so advised.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
In 2005, the Ministry of the Environment approved the Lower Don
Project Environmental Assessment prepared by TRCA on behalf of T
much of the preferred alternative to permanently flood protectin
City of Toronto has been implemented or is nearing completion.
of the Flood Plain Landform (FPL) component of the flood protect
by Infrastructure Ontario (IO). The western 'dry' half of the F
essentially complete. The armouring of the eastern 'wet' half o
are well underway and must be completed before the flood risk ca
24, 2012, the Authority approved Resolution #A2/12 which directed TRCA staff to enter into an
agreement with Infrastructure Ontario and TWRC to complete the a
associated works. This work continues and is expected to be com
barring any construction related delays. In addition, Infrastru
completing the installation of a backflow preventer and other wo
the armouring and associated works being completed by TRCA, will
functional completion of the FPL.
390Cherry Street
In 2008, the Province of Ontario, through the Ministry of Munici
Ministry of Natural Resources, supported an Official Plan Amendm
Amendment for intensified residential development at 390 Cherry S
includes two multi-storey commercial and residential towers loca
heritage designated Distillery District. The District is within
River Special Policy Area and the flood risk will be removed upo
(Attachment 1). The Province of Ontario is the ultimate approval
development within Special Policy Areas throughout Ontario. In
given the investment in the flood remedial works and the public
heritage district, the Province provided approval subject to TRC
Covenant Agreement over the lands that restricts human occupancy
FPL. TRCA is ultimately responsible for deciding when to lift t
The first tower in the 390 Cherry Street development (Clear Spir
complete and the project is scheduled for occupancy on November
current Restrictive Covenant Agreement, TRCA cannot advise the C
occupancy of either the commercial or residential units until th
completion is very likely to occur by mid-November 2012, there m
and therefore this is not guaranteed. If the FPL is delayed, th
a number of significant financial penalties and the businesses a
will be inconvenienced. With this in mind, the developer has re
Attachment 2).
restriction be lifted (
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Given the risk of flooding is low, and the potential time period
completion of the FPL is expected to be short, TRCA staff is of
restriction could be lifted with little or no impact to the TRCA
project was designed to facilitate the regeneration of the easte
has been so successful that it has, indeed, outpaced the final d
conversations with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
that the Province would not object either way to TRCA's decision
West Don Lands and 635 King Street East
If the FPL is compete within the mid-November 2012 schedule, the
approve the completion of the FPL and lift the occupancy restric
There are also other projects, such as the River City Condominiu
within the West Don Lands that are subject to similar occupancy A similar urgency
As such, it is requested to delegate the authority for TRCA's
may also apply to that project.
approval of the structural and functional completion of the Floo
Chief Administrative Officer. Such approval will only be issued
landform is completed and other aspects of the integrity of the
confirmed by Infrastructure Ontario and the relevant experts.
Report prepared by: Steve Heuchert, extension 5311
Emails: sheuchert@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Brian Denney, extension 6290
Emails: bdenney@trca.on.ca
Date: October 11, 2012
Attachments: 2
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Attachment 2
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RES.#A195/12 -REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL
Conveyance of Land and a Permanent Easement for the Bolton Arter
Road, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel
Humber River Watershed, CFN 28447. Receipt of a request from the
Regional Municipality of Peel for conveyance of land and a perma
easement for construction of the Bolton Arterial Road in the Tow
Caledon, Humber River watershed.
(Executive Res.#B136/12)
Moved by:Ronald Chopowick
Seconded by:David Barrow
WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is in r
from the Regional Municipality of Peel to convey certain lands f
Bolton Arterial Road (Regional Road 150) from south of King Stre
north along approximately Duffy's Lane and then east towards Reg
AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of TRCA that it is in the best int
furthering it's objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Cons
cooperate with the Region of Peel in this instance;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA-owned lands containing 15
(39.50 acres), more or less, being Part of Lots 10, 12 and 13, C
Lots 12 and 13, Concession 6 (Township of Albion, County of Peel
Part 2 and 3 on draft R-plan prepared by MMM Geomatics Ontario
21-11-072-003, Parts 3, 4, 7 and 8 on draft R-plan prepared by M
Limited OLS, Drawing 21-11-072-001 and; Parts 6, 8-12 (inclusive
prepared by MMM Geomatics Ontario Limited OLS, Drawing 21-11-07
to the Region of Peel for the construction of the Bolton Arteria
Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel;
THAT a permanent easement containing a total of 0.10 hectares (0
less, be granted to the Region of Peel for the Bolton Arterial R
Regional Municipality of Peel, being Part 13, Concession 6 (Town
of Peel and designated as Part 5 on draft R-plan prepared by MMM
Limited OLS, Job Number 21-11-072-000-000 and Drawing 21-11-072-003;
THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all l
costs;
THAT archaeological investigation is to be conducted before any
any mitigative measures required being carried out, all at the e
Peel;
THAT the Region of Peel be responsible for all legal, survey and
land conveyance;
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THAT all permits pursuant to Ontario Regulation 166/06 be obtain
prior to the commencement of construction;
THAT the Region of Peel is to fully indemnify and save harmless
claims for injuries, damages or loss of any nature resulting in
indirectly from this sale or the carrying out of construction;
THAT said conveyance is subject to the approval of the Minister
accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Ac
C.27 as amended;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take w
be required to implement the conveyance agreement, including the
necessary approvals and the signing and execution of any documen
CARRIED
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.#A196/12 -GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
RES
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
Glorco Holdings Inc., CFN 48201. Purchase of property located ea
Regional Road 50, north of Birch Avenue - Palgrave, Town of Cale
Regional Municipality of Peel, under the "Greenlands Acquisition
for 2011-2015", Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber R
watershed.
)
(Executive Res.#B137/12
Moved by:Ronald Chopowick
Seconded by:David Barrow
THAT 9.31 hectares (23.01 acres), more or less, of vacant land b
Concession 7 ALBION and designated as Blocks 11 and 13 on Plan 4
Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel, located east of Regional
Avenue - Palgrave, be purchased from Glorco Holdings Inc.;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive co
lands free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easemen
THAT Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete the transac
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to t
tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take t
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals
execution of documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A197/12 -GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
Hamleys Developments Inc., CFN 48215. Acquisition of property located
west of Concession Road 8 and north of King Road in the Township
King, Regional Municipality of York, under the 'Greenlands Acqui
Project for 2011-2015', Flood Plain and Conservation Component,
Humber River watershed.
(Executive Res.#B138/12)
Moved by:Ronald Chopowick
Seconded by:David Barrow
THAT 0.0064 hectares (0.0158acres), more or less, of vacant land
on Registered Plan 65M-4169, being designated as Part 24 on Plan
of King, Regional Municipality of York, be purchased from Hamley
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive co
free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements;
THAT the firm of Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete
earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incide
transfer tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take t
to finalize the transaction including obtaining all necessary ap
execution of documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A198/12 -GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
1321362 Ontario Inc., CFN 48164. Purchase of property located we
Regional Road 27, south of Kirby Road - Kleinburg, City of Vaugh
Regional Municipality of York, under the "Greenlands Acquisition
for 2011-2015", Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber R
watershed.
(Executive Res.#B139/12)
Moved by:Ronald Chopowick
Seconded by:David Barrow
THAT 0.76 hectares (1.88 acres), more or less, of vacant land be
Concession 9 and designated as Blocks 54, 55 and 56 on a Draft P
prepared by Rady-Pentek & Edward Surveying Ltd., under their Job
June 11, 2012, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, l
Road 27, south of Kirby Road - Kleinburg, be purchased from 1321
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THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive co
lands free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easemen
THAT Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete the transac
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to t
tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take t
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals
execution of documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A199/12 -GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
11336 Highway 27 GP Inc., CFN 48165. Purchase of property locate
west of Regional Road 27, south of Kirby Road - Kleinburg, City
Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, under the "Greenlands
Acquisition Project for 2011-2015", Flood Plain and Conservation
Component, Humber River watershed
(Executive Res.#B140/12)
Moved by:Ronald Chopowick
Seconded by:David Barrow
THAT 2.54 hectares (6.27 acres), more or less, of vacant land be
Concession 9 and designated as Blocks 57, 58, 59, 60, 61, 62 and 66 on a Draft Plan of
Subdivision prepared by Rady-Pentek & Edward Surveying Ltd., und
07-045, dated June 11, 2012, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipal
of Regional Road 27, south of Kirby Road - Kleinburg, be purchas
27 GP Inc.;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive co
lands free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easemen
THAT Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete the transac
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to t
tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take t
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals
execution of documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A200/12 -GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
Kleinvit Estates Inc., CFN 48166. Purchase of property located w
Regional Road 27, south of Kirby Road - Kleinburg, City of Vaugh
Regional Municipality of York, under the "Greenlands Acquisition
for 2011-2015", Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber R
watershed.
(Executive Res.#B141/12)
Moved by:Ronald Chopowick
Seconded by:David Barrow
THAT 8.98 hectares (22.18 acres), more or less, of vacant land b
Concession 9 and designated as Blocks 9, 10 and 11 on a Draft Pl
prepared by Rady-Pentek & Edward Surveying Ltd., under their Job
June 11, 2012, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, l
Road 27, south of Kirby Road - Kleinburg, be purchased from Klei
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive co
lands free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easemen
THAT Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete the transac
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to t
tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take t
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals
execution of documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A201/12 -GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
Molise Kleinburg South Estates Inc., CFN 48213. Purchase of prop
located west of Stevenson Avenue, south of Nashville Road - Klei
City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, under the "Green
Acquisition Project for 2011-2015", Flood Plain and Conservation
Component, Humber River watershed.
)
(Executive Res.#B142/12
Moved by:Ronald Chopowick
Seconded by:David Barrow
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THAT 0.013 hectares (0.03 acres), more or less, of vacant land b
Concession 9 and designated as Part 1 on Plan 65R-33769, City of
Municipality of York, located west of Stevenson Avenue, south of
purchased from Molise Kleinburg South Estates Inc.;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive co
lands free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easemen
THAT Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete the transac
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to t
tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take t
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals
execution of documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A202/12 -CITY OF TORONTO
Request for a Permanent Easement for the Construction of a New
Sidewalk as part of the Reconstruction of Edenbridge Drive
Humber River Watershed, City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Communit
Council Area), CFN 48072. Receipt of a request from the City of
to provide a permanent easement for the construction of a new si
as part of the reconstruction of Edenbridge Drive, south side Ed
Drive, immediately east of Clay Court, Humber River watershed, C
Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area).
(Executive Res.#B143/12)
Moved by:Ronald Chopowick
Seconded by:David Barrow
WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is in r
from the City of Toronto to provide a permanent easement for the
sidewalk as part of the reconstruction of Edenbridge Drive, sout
immediately east of Clay Court, Humber River watershed, City of
Community Council Area;
AND WHEREAS it is in the best interest of TRCA in furthering its
Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act to cooperate with
this instance;
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THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT a permanent easement containin
0.007 hectares (0.018 acres), more or less, be granted to the Ci
construction of a new sidewalk as part of the reconstruction of
land being Part of Block A, Registered Plan M-1144 and Part of L
789, City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area), as
prepared by City of Toronto, Technical Services Division, Survey
Section, Sketch No. PS-2012-084, dated September 6, 2012;
THAT consideration be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal,
be paid by the City of Toronto;
THAT the City of Toronto is to fully indemnify TRCA from any and
damages or costs of any nature resulting in any way, either dire
granting of this easement or the carrying out of construction;
THAT an archaeological investigation be completed, with any miti
carried out to the satisfaction of TRCA staff, at the expense of
THAT all TRCA lands disturbed by the proposed works be revegetat
following construction and, where deemed appropriate by TRCA sta
be prepared for TRCA staff review and approval in accordance wit
landscaping guidelines;
THAT a permit pursuant to Ontario Regulation 166/06 be obtained
of construction;
THAT said easement be subject to approval of the Minister of Nat
accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Ac
C.27, as amended;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take t
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals
execution of documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A203/12 -CITY OF TORONTO
Conveyance of Land for a Portion of Copperfield Road Beyond the
Allowance, approximately midway between Manse Road and Beechgrove
Drive, City of Toronto (Scarborough Community Council Area),
Waterfront Watershed, CFN 48200. Receipt of a request from the C
Toronto for conveyance of land for a portion of Copperfield Road
the road allowance, approximately midway between Manse Road and
Beechgrove Drive, in the City of Toronto (Scarborough Community
Council Area).
(Executive Res.#B144/12)
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Moved by:Ronald Chopowick
Seconded by:David Barrow
WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is in r
from the City of Toronto to convey certain lands for a portion o
the road allowance, approximately midway between Manse Road and
City of Toronto (Scarborough Community Council Area);
AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of TRCA that it is in the best
furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conse
cooperate with the City of Toronto in this instance;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT a parcel of TRCA-owned land co
hectares (1.33 acres), more or less, required for a portion of C
the road allowance, said land being Part of Lots 5 and 6, Conces
(Scarborough Community Council Area), as shown on a plan prepare
Technical Services Division, Survey & Mapping Section, Sketch No
June 26, 2012, be conveyed to the City of Toronto;
THAT consideration be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal,
be paid by the City of Toronto;
THAT the City of Toronto is to fully indemnify TRCA from any and
damages or costs of any nature resulting in any way, either dire
sale;
THAT said conveyance be subject to approval of the Minister of N
accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Ac
C.27, as amended;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take t
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals
execution of documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A204/12 -THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF CALEDON AND THE
ROTARY CLUB OF BOLTON CHARITABLE TRUST
Land Use Agreement
Vicinity of Glasgow Road, in the Bolton Area of the Town of Cale
CFN 48248. Entering into a Land Use Agreement with the Corporati
the Town of Caledon and the Rotary Club of Bolton Charitable Tru
five year term for the construction of a Peace Park on TRCA land
as Dick's Dam Park located in the vicinity of Glasgow Road, in t
Area of the Town of Caledon.
(Executive Res.#B145/12)
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Moved by:Ronald Chopowick
Seconded by:David Barrow
WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) entered
management agreement with the Town of Caledon for TRCA lands kno
Park for park and recreational activities on January 25, 1984, w
for passive recreational purposes;
AND WHEREAS TRCA is in receipt of a request to enter into a Land
the Corporation of the Town of Caledon and the Rotary Club of Bo
a five year term to deal with the use, care and administration o
within Dick's Dam Park;
THAT TRCA concur with The Corporation of the Town of Caledon ent
Use Agreement with the Rotary Club of Bolton Charitable Trust;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take t
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals
execution of documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A205/12 -SUPPLY OF COPIERS
Award of contract for supply of office copiers for Toronto and Re
Conservation Authority.
(Executive Res.#B146/12)
Moved by:Ronald Chopowick
Seconded by:David Barrow
THAT the lease contract for eight photo copiers until September
Xerox Canada at a total cost not to exceed $251,520.00 plus 5% co
CARRIED
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RES.#A206/12 -TORONTO WILDLIFE CENTRE
CFN 32060. Negotiations with the Toronto Wildlife Centre for the
lease of Toronto and Region Conservation Authority land in the R
Park for a wildlife centre.
)
(Executive Res.#B147/12 & Res.#B148/12
Moved by:Ronald Chopowick
Seconded by:David Barrow
THAT the proposal by Toronto Wildlife Centre for a 20,000 square
and rehabilitation/training/public education centre be supported
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THAT a 20 year $1 per year lease for approximately 20 acres of l
6545 Steeles Avenue East, Toronto, be approved, subject to submi
business plan to the satisfaction of Toronto and Region Conserva
Administrative Officer and solicitors;
THAT TRCA create a steering committee to address future wildlife
the Greater Toronto Area;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Executive Committee at
CARRIED
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SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
RES.#A207/12 -SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:Chin Lee
Seconded by:Linda Pabst
THAT Section II item EX8.1 - Request for Disposal of Toronto and
Authority-owned Land, contained in Executive Committee Minutes #
12, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
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SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD
RES.#A208/12 -GOOD NEWS STORIES
Overview of Toronto and Region Conservation Authority activities
July - September, 2012.
Moved by:Mike Mattos
Seconded by:Glenn De Baeremaeker
THAT the summary of Good News Stories from July - September, 201
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
As per Authority direction during 2006, a report covering highlig
Conservation Authority's (TRCA) activities for the preceding few
Authority every few months. The stories for July - September, 201
July
On Canada Day, 40 new Canadians took their oath at Black Creek P
was a great day for them and afterwards they had a chance to joi
and learn about the history of their new home.
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A number of ospreys are known to be nesting, successfully it seem
throughout the rural part of TRCA's jurisdiction.
Greenbelt Foundation provided $85,000 to support the commerciali
TRCA's Albion Hills Community Farm and The Living City Farm are
peri-urban pilot sites along with the learning garden at TRCA's
Brampton.
Summer heated up this July with corporate events as 250 LoyaltyO
the CEO, spent a half day cleaning up invasive species and waste
Park and Black Creek Pioneer Village valley lands.
Monarch Teacher Network of Canada, a program managed by TRCA, de
workshops in the month of July, preparing 180 teachers in Ontari
their students about the phenomenal life story of the monarch bu
Three pilot Sustainable Neighbourhood Retrofit Action Plans (SNAAction Plans were
approved by the Authority.
Two Front Yard Makeovers occurred as part of the Lake Wilcox SNA
eco-landscaping designs marry contemporary design with sound eco
are intended to set a trend in home landscaping throughout this
neighbourhood.
The Green Home Discount Package was launched in the County Court
neighbourhood. This is a private-public partnership initiative
exclusive discounts on indoor and outdoor renovations, all aimed
renovations to achieve County Court SNAP targets.
PPG launched the new By-Product Materials Exchange in Pearson Ec
identify waste materials from some companies that can be raw mat
On the weekend of July 28 & 29, BCPV was decorated with dozens o
"Quilts at the Creek" was a unique event that attracted hundreds
incredible variety of quilts, go to the "Quilters Marketplace",
have quilts appraised and take part in many other activities at
The 1861 Dickson's Hill School at Black Creek Pioneer Village ha
work done on the exterior and, almost looks like new.
TRCA's Flood Infrastructure and Hydrometrics group has renewed t
Study with the City of Toronto. This is now the fourth year of
City has retained TRCA to install and monitor 14 water sampling
entering and leaving the City limits to determine Toronto's impa
whether upgrades to stormwater systems are having a positive eff
Flood Infrastructure and Hydrometrics group has completed the in
sampling stations for the Town of Ajax. This project required t
samplers on the main stormwater outfall at Lake Ontario. TRCA i
provided training for Town of Ajax staff.
CVC has retained Flood Infrastructure and Hydrometrics group to
warning gauge station at Flood Vulnerable Areas within CVC's jur
total of eight stations installed by TRCA for CVC. TRCA will ho
gauges on the Flood Warning Network.
In partnership with Sorbara Development Group, Planning and Deve
completed the detailed review for a new 51 lot residential subdi
Prairiewood. The development includes an innovative low impact
scheme, which contains bioswales, infiltration trenches and a ve
stormwater management pond. A tableland woodlot and key portion of the Stouffville Creek
valley system is to be conveyed to TRCA as part of the approval.
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On July 1st, the governments of Canada and Ontario announced tha
together with the City of Pickering and TRCA to rehabilitate Fre
Entrance in the City of Pickering. The project will result in th
while preserving and enhancing the ecological conditions. The to
estimated at $9 million with funding shared equally between the
governments and the City of Pickering. TRCA will begin construct
entrance this fall with completion expected by the end of 2013.
Wild Wetland Splash at Heart Lake is chosen as the best kidsÔ wa
CityÒ article in Toronto Life magazine.
Parks and Culture facilities have received a significant amount
this season, notably the aquatic facilities.
August
Great Lakes Sustainability Fund providing $150,000 in funding ov
TRCA's Water Balance for Natural Features (Wetlands) project. T
$20,000 from the Toronto Remedial Action Plan. The project will
wetlands before and after urban development to help us better un
requirements of wetlands and how best to maintain water balance
process in order to maintain ecological functions.
TRCA partnering with the Ministry of Natural Resources, the Univ
Carleton University to host a workshop with international expert
approach answering the question of how cumulative impacts on hea
aquatic integrity of a watershed. The workshop will be held in
The Monarch Teacher Network of Canada received a total of $25,00
Friends of the Environment Fund for teacher workshops and habita
creation and/or enhancement.
TRCA's 35th Boyd Archaeological Field School was a success for 2
graduates at the 14th century Sebastien site, an archaeological
TRCA established a partnership for the first time with Planet In
McMichael Art Gallery for the celebration of the Humber River.
TRCA sponsored the first Urban Agriculture Summit in Toronto wit
from all over the world in attendance.
TRCA's McVean Farm in Brampton hosted it's 3rd annual Harvest Ta
150 people attending.
Completed year 2 of the Conservation Youth Corp (CYC) program, e
school students in a week long volunteer experience at TRCA.
Completed the second year of offering weekend outdoor educationa
park visitors at Albion Hills and Heart Lake parks.
Albion Hills Conservation Area was selected out of a multitude oft
Crazy Canuck's Mud Hero event on August 25th with over 5,000 peo
TRCA staff completed detailed design review of a new 59 hectare
residential subdivision in Ajax known as Beechridge. The develo
conserve wetlands, woodlands and valleylands associated with the
permanent public ownership while providing innovative "Low Impac
stormwater management through the use of bioswales and exfiltrat
hydrologically sensitive wetlands.
The Kid's Free promotion at Black Creek Pioneer Village, which r
- August 31st, increased the attendance of children by 70% over the
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Finally, after 3 years of trying, Red-necked Grebes have success
TRCA's artificial platform in Colonel Sam Smith Park. Red-necke
species that are expanding their range and require floating vege
covered in vegetation) for nesting. This is a very late hatch d
growing quickly and the adults have been observed feeding them r
fish species.
Over 1,500 participants came out to catch a glimpse of butterfli
experience educational displays and participate in kids activiti
Thompson Park Butterfly Festival.
The Living City Foundation made grants to two qualified donees:
Centre Educational Foundation and the Ausable Bayfield Conservat
of the provincial roll out of The Weston Environmental Leaders P
City of Markham Council approved $100,000 for Rouge Park project
$50,000 for the Rouge Park Trails Master Plan and $50,000 for 20
(tree and shrub planting).
September
Completed and received approval for updated stormwater managemenwhich
includes encouraging the use of Low Impact Development to mainta
a site.
Launch of front yard makeovers in Lake Wilcox SNAP, with over 15
Neighbours have expressed an interest in doing similar projects.
Conservation Authorities Moraine Coalition staff were key organi
Association of Hydrogeologist's World Congress. Over 900 people f
attended.
During a recent biological inventory, staff found adder's tongue
Uxbridge. This plant was thought to have been extirpated from T
last record being in the High Park area in the early 1900's. Th
adds to our knowledge of regional biodiversity and the value of
inventory efforts.
Replacing a number of copiers in the TRCA fleet to significantly
Copiers chosen are more environmentally sustainable, reducing wa
cartridges and have lower energy consumption.
When the Toronto Community Foundation launches Vital Signs, the
be a featured project.
Rouge Park Tour de Greenbelt had 500 participants and netted abo
Durham Catholic School Board partnership continuing - enabling h
rare chance to excavate at an archaeological site in the Duffins
Surpassed $1 million in sales revenue from weddings and social e
BCPV.
Education program at BCPV had over 1,000 school kids in one day,
55 new internationally education professionals were welcomed to
program with an engaging presentation that highlighted the benef
talent. TRCA staff facilitated a networking activity amongst par
Climate Consortium just received $50,000 from Great Lakes Integr
Program (GLISA) supported by US National Oceanic Atmospheric Adm
Funding will be used to undertake climate assessment and develop
for agriculture and shoreline in Peel Region.
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Partners in Project Green's new initiative, the Resource Reutili
prevent usable material from becoming waste by facilitating mate
local businesses. To date, 27 companies are participating from v
materials such as plastic wrapping, scrap wood, and metal drums
successful exchange is underway between Jacobs & Thompson and Ma
wooden skids used in their shipping departments.
Successful in getting Great Lakes Guardian Community Fund grant
Creek SNAP.
County Court SNAP Green Home Makeover in Brampton featured in th
Green Building and Sustainable Strategies Magazine.
TRCA was successful in receiving an FCM grant of approximately $
Town of Caledon in developing Coleraine West Eco-Business Park D
and Design Guidelines.
TTC names new subway station for Black Creek Pioneer Village.
Report prepared by: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264
Emails: kstranks@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264
Emails: kstranks@trca.on.ca
Date: October 15, 2012
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RES.#A209/12 -IN THE NEWS
Overview of Toronto and Region Conservation Authority activities
September, 2012.
Moved by:Mike Mattos
Seconded by:Glenn De Baeremaeker
THAT the summary of media coverage from July - September, 2012 b
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
As per Authority direction during 2006, a report covering highlig
Conservation Authority's (TRCA) news coverage for the preceding
the Authority every few months. The stories for July - September
Media Coverage Highlights
A search on a news archives database (FPInfomart) for the period
2012 that mentioned TRCA or Black Creek Pioneer Village produced
results only reflect a portion of media coverage, since the data
online media, event listings, some broadcasts, smaller community
publications.
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In the same period July to September 2011, a total of 86 media h
research on FPInfomart. The increase in positive media attentio
experts in news releases, showcasing TRCA as a resource for envi
developing good working relationships with key media outlets. W
with traditional print and broadcast media, we are seeing an inc
sources such as Yonge Street Media, InsideToronto.com and blogs
There is also the growth of "instant" on the spot reporting, sto
in a matter of minutes by the daily papers. The online stories h
they are shared through various other platforms from Twitter, Fa
and are sometimes not archived. Some digital media activities in
online only media, sharing published online stories through soci
key blogs that fit TRCA's audience and leveraging TRCA's media r
TRCA news.
The highlights below are examples of noteworthy media coverage r
September, 2012.
July
Media attended the July 11th Petticoat Creek Pool and Splash Rib
News at Noon did a live remote, CHEX TV Durham did a 6 pm newsca
Snap Pickering and Pickering News Advertiser also printed storie
facility.
TRCA was mentioned in print stories regarding Rouge National Urb
Toronto Star ÑRouge Park turf war escalates over red inkÒ (July
ÑOntario wants compensation for Rouge Park LandsÒ (July 6).
Our Green York Region taped two TRCA story segments. The first o
tours and interview about the photovoltaic program at Kortright
regarding TRCAÔs permeable pavement initiative and zero-runoff f
Sustainable Houses.
On July 25th, Caledon Enterprise did a story about the Trails Op
Conservation Area.
TVO Kids program ÑFinding stuff outÒ filmed two segments at Lake
The first was a story on the solar pontoon boat; the second was
found at the Field Centre.
Partners in Project Green launched their By Product Exchange Pro
received press from Yonge Street Media and Automation Magazine.
Humber Happenings interviewed TRCA staff regarding the Mimico Wa
for their fall 2012 issue.
On July 5th, a TRCA expert was interviewed on Rogers Daytime Pee
Home Makeover project.
The Pickering News Advertiser did a story on July 5th titled ÑPi
homeÒ which described TRCAÔs geese relocation program.
TRCAÔs Monarch Teacher Network received publicity from the Toron
ÑMonarchÔs flutter near danger zoneÔ; Winnipeg Free Press, July
winging it hereÒ.
TRCA staff was interviewed by Global News and by InsideToronto.c
being done around Chesterton Shores.
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In July 23rd Toronto Star story ÑBattling to revive fish habitat
stretches of Toronto shoreline teeming with aquatic life once ag
interviewed about fish habitats at Tommy Thompson Park. City TV
TRCA at the park on July 23rd regarding the same story.
TRCA Flood Management expert was interviewed on Metro Morning on
spoke about TRCAÔs background and how the organization was forme
Canindia.com posted a story about Glen Rouge Campground and a ca
experience at the site on July 27th.
The summer edition of Our Toronto newsletter included a story on
promotion at Black Creek Pioneer Village (BCPV).
On July 6th CBC French Television program ÑEt CeteraÒ aired thei
BCPV.
On July 27th North York Mirror did a story titled ÑQuilts get wa
Pioneer VillageÒ. Deutsch Presse also published a story about th
August
The August edition of Toronto Life MagazineÔs Best of the City i
Splash at Heart Lake Conservation Area, the best KidÔs Water Par
On August 17th Partners in Project Green announced the People Po
story was picked up by Yonge Street Media, Hazmat Management Mag
In Toronto Star August 11th story ÑCanadaÔs worst invasive plant
writer Leslie Scrivener interviewed TRCA experts regarding the d
when it comes to biodiversity.
TRCAÔs splash facilities were listed in a Toronto Star story on
stay cool close to homeÒ.
The Toronto Star and Scarborough Mirror both published stories r
pipeline in Rouge Park on August 9th. TRCA was mentioned as the
of the land in Rouge Park and confirmed statements regarding the
The McVean FarmÔs Harvest event is the focus of the story ÑFundr
ideasÒ by the Brampton Guardian (August 11th). The event was also mentioned in the
Toronto SunÔs column in a brief titled ÑFrom farm to tableÒ (August 15).
In ÑClimate change adaptation: Street surfaces that absorb waterAugust 20),
a TRCA expert was interviewed about the work on permeable paveme
doing at Kortright Centre for Conservation.
Pickering News Advertiser story ÑDigging into the past in Picker
Archaeological Field School program held this summer (August 21).
Urban camping at Glen Rouge is the focus of the Toronto Star sto
Glen RougeÒ (August 31).
TRCA staff was interviewed about future plans for Rouge Park for
Nature Magazine.
A beer blogger created a beerumentary based on his interviews andk
Historic Brewery that appeared on his website and Youtube alongs
breweries interviews. A total of three segments were taped.
On August 25th, media was invited to attend the Hops Harvest Eve
published the event information.
On August 26th, Toronto 4Kids.com writer published a story and p
BCPV with her son.
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September
Early September brought several media mentions of TRCAÔs flood w
Toronto Star, Mississauga News, CBC.ca, East York-Riverdale-Leas
1010.
On September 7th, Ajax Pickering News Advertiser story ÑAjax encourages residents t
protect local water suppliesÒ discusses how TRCA is addressing i
Ontario.
TRCAÔs involvement in The Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup is pa
ÑPickering residents ready for Great Canadian Shoreline CleanupÒ
your part to keep Pickering shorelines cleanÒ (September 13) by
The Richmond Hill Liberal, Snap Richmond Hill and Rogers York Re
published/aired stories regarding SNAPÔs Front Yard Makeover and
.
ÑBringing back the salmon in AjaxÒ is a September 23rd story in
which quotes a TRCA expert and the work TRCA does to bring back
TRCA staff bylined an article in the Fall 2012 issue of Green Bu
Strategies Magazine titled ÑGreen Home Makeover is supporting gr
market transformationÒ.
TRCA staff was interviewed in September for an upcoming story re
stormwater management in an upcoming Alternatives Journal Magazi
Photographer Robert Poulton did a photo shoot at BCPV for his ph
heritage sites.
Black Creek Historic Brewery on September 13th announced it has
Ale at LCBO stores. The story was picked up by The London Free Pr
York Mirror, InsideToronto.com, Canadian Beer News, The GridTO, B
Sun, Ontario Culinary website news, MSN.ca, Beer with me TO and
Now MagazineÔs September issue named Black Creek Beer RiflemanÔs
top fall beers in story ÑThe ultimate autumn two-fourÒ.
Fairchild TV, Torontonicity and the Toronto Star covered the Pio
The story ÑTTC names a station after Black Creek Pioneer Village
from Oye Times, Toronto Sun, Toronto Star, National Post, 680 Ne
Report prepared by: Rowena Calpito, extension 5632
Emails: rcalpito@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Rowena Calpito, extension 5632
Emails: rcalpito@trca.on.ca
Date: October 12, 2012
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.#A210/12 -WATERSHED COMMITTEE MINUTES
RES
Moved by:Mike Mattos
Seconded by:Glenn De Baeremaeker
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THAT Section IV Items AUTH8.3.1 - AUTH8.3.2 in regard to Watershed Committee
Minutes, be received.
CARRIED
Section IV Items AUTH8.3.1 - 8.3.2
DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL
Minutes of Meeting #8/12, held on August 9, 2012
Minutes of Meeting #9/12, held on September 13, 2012
HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE
Minutes of Meeting #3/12, held on September 18, 2012.
ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
RES.#A211/12 - ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
Moved by: Richard Whitehead
Seconded by: Maria Augimeri
THAT Ontario Regulation 166/06 items EX10.1 - EX10.119, inclusive, contained in
Executive Committee Minutes#8/12, held on October 12, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 10:04 a.m., on Friday, October 26, 2012.
Gerri Lynn O'Connor Brian Denney
Chair Secretary-Treasurer
/ks
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MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #9/12
November 30, 2012
The Authority Meeting #9/12, was held in Weston Room B, Black Creek Pioneer Village,
on Friday, November 30, 2012. The Chair Gerri Lynn O'Connor, called the meeting to
order at 9:41 a.m.
PRESENT
Paul AinslieMember
David BarrowMember
Ben CacholaMember
Bob CallahanMember
Ronald ChopowickMember
Vincent CrisantiMember
Michael Di BiaseMember
Chris FonsecaMember
Jack HeathMember
Colleen JordanMember
Mujeeb KhanMember
Chin LeeMember
Gloria Lindsay LubyMember
Glenn MasonMember
Mike MattosMember
Gerri Lynn O'ConnorChair
Linda PabstMember
John ParkerMember
Anthony PerruzzaMember
John SprovieriMember
Cynthia ThorburnMember
Jim ToveyMember
Richard WhiteheadMember
ABSENT
Maria AugimeriVice Chair
Glenn De BaeremaekerMember
Peter MilczynMember
Gino RosatiMember
Dave RyanMember
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RES.#A212/12 - MINUTES
Moved by: Ronald Chopowick
Seconded by:
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #8/12, held on October 26, 2012, be approved.
CARRIED
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DELEGATIONS
(a)
A delegation by Mr. Kevin O'Connor, President, Friends of the Rouge Watershed, in
regard to item AUTH7.4 - 2013 Rouge Park Natural Heritage Grant Program.
RES.#A213/12 -DELEGATIONS
Moved by:Michael Di Biase
Seconded by:Linda Pabst
THAT above-noted delegation (a) be heard and received.
CARRIED
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PRESENTATIONS
(a)
A presentation by Gary Wilkins, Humber Watershed Specialist, TRCA, in regard to aerial
photography work of Lou Wise.
RES.#A214/12 -PRESENTATIONS
Moved by:Linda Pabst
Seconded by:David Barrow
THAT above-noted presentation (a) be received.
CARRIED
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CORRESPONDENCE
(a)
A letter dated November 8, 2012 from John Corbett, Chief Administrative Officer, City of
Brampton and a letter dated November 28, 2012 from Sonya Pacheco, Legislative
Coordinator, City of Brampton, in regard to TRCA initiatives impacting the City of
Brampton.
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RES.#A215/12 -CORRESPONDENCE
Moved by:Jack Heath
Seconded by:David Barrow
THAT above-noted correspondence (a) be received.
CARRIED
MOTION TO REOPEN
RES.#A216/12 -CORRESPONDENCE
Moved by:Cynthia Thorburn
Seconded by:Paul Ainslie
THAT item AUTH6.1 - Correspondence, be reopened.
CARRIED
RES.#A217/12 -CORRESPONDENCE
Moved by:Michael Di Biase
Seconded by:Jack Heath
THAT above-noted correspondence (a) be received.
CARRIED
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CORRESPONDENCE (A)
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437
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SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION
RES.#A218/12 -FILL DEPOSITION PARTNERSHIPS WITH THE REGIONAL
PARTNERS FOR THE PURPOSE OF RESTORATION
Recommends entering into discussions with regional funding partn
provide access to TRCA-owned lands for the deposition of clean
excavated soil to help TRCA achieve its goals of restoration, pr
and enhancement.
Moved by:Jim Tovey
Seconded by:Michael Di Biase
WHEREAS the Regional Municipality of York has requested assistan
Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) to identify and provide opt
associated with York RegionÔs five year capital works and infras
AND WHEREAS the City of Toronto has requested assistance from TR
provide options for soil disposal associated with Metrolinx rela
other capital works and infrastructure programs;
AND WHEREAS the Regional Municipality of Peel has requested assi
identify and provide options for soil disposal associated with P
capital works and infrastructure program;
AND WHEREAS TRCA has successfully implemented and managed numero
fill placement projects as part of its restoration, protection a
conservation lands;
AND WHEREAS TRCA is advocating the sustainable reuse of clean fi
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA enter into negotiations w
partners to provide suitable locations to reuse clean soil in a
conservation lands to create, protect and enhance restoration an
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Authority with progres
continues.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Over the next 10 years, the cumulative excavated material genera
infrastructure construction projects will exceed 10 million cubi
solution for management is required. TRCA has been approached o
regional partners with a request to provide both expertise in te
possible solutions in terms of potential restoration sites capab
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At York RegionÔs Council meeting held on October 18, 2012, York Region staff was directed to
enter into an agreement with TRCA to secure sites for clean fill
years, the cumulative excavated material generated from York Reg
linear infrastructure construction is expected to exceed 1.5 mil
for sustainable management is considered essential. TRCA has al
the Region to manage excess soil spoils associated with the Sout
current agreement has been successful and beneficial to both par
considering additional sites for fill management.
City of Toronto has also approached TRCA and requested assistanc
spoils from various infrastructure projects. Toronto Water staff
TRCA enter into a joint effort to initiate the requisite Environ
advancement of two major projects on the Toronto waterfront. Th
construction of three of the CityÔs priority Wet Weather Flow Ma
which will contribute to improved water quality conditions at As
Beach. These projects will also mitigate navigation hazards at
shoreline erosion issues, consider waterfront habitat and recrea
an ancillary benefit of utilizing clean fill generated from City
At the October 30, 2012 City of Toronto Council meeting the follo
City Council authorize the City Manager to work with Metrolinx a
Region Conservation Authority to identify opportunities for uses
material for public benefit and report back to the Executive Comm
means to maximize the public benefit of fill emanating from const
the City of Toronto.
Early in 2012, senior staff at the Region of Peel requested assi
providing disposal options to accommodate approximately 2 millio
from infrastructure expansion projects over the next 10 years.
the Environmental Assessment process for the creation of a water
Waterfront Connection) capable of accommodating the bulk of Peel
environmentally and economically sustainable manner. The concep
date will enhance and create a diverse mosaic of naturalized ter
habitats. In addition, it will create public access to and alon
compatible recreation and cultural heritage opportunities.
RATIONALE
TRCA has been actively involved in fill management since 1970.
request of the Ministry of the Environment, TRCA implemented the
Program (LQCP). TRCA successfully managed the placement of over
soils at the Leslie Street Spit lakefill site in the City of Tor
soil management via a quality control process involving soil cha
analysis, field monitoring, fill delivery tracking and audit sa
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In 2004, the closure of the Leslie Street Spit lead to a sudden
disposal options. In response, TRCA identified projects on cons
make use of available fill while achieving restoration, protecti
required by TRCA. In order to manage the reuse of the available
Quality Assurance Control Program based on the original LQCP. T
Inland Program has allowed for the successful management of over
clean fill on various conservation lands over the past eight yea
350,000 cubic metre soil placement project at Brock South as par
th
Avenue (Rouge National Urban Park) and a
Project, a 75,000 cubic metre berm project at 14
soon to start topsoil placement and reforestation initiative at
involving 150,000 cubic metres of topsoil.
TRCA has determined that additional regeneration projects involv
implemented across its jurisdiction. Each location allows uniqu
existing conditions in terms of one or more of the following: vi
enhancement or reforestation. A fill placement partnership with regional partners is a Ñgood fi
since one entity has an over supply of a reusable resource, and
capacity to reuse the resource in an ecologically sound and sust
partnership can accomplish three key goals:
1.Supports TRCA regeneration objectives.
2.
Support TRCA's regional partners environmental and financial obj
3.Contributes to the financial sustainability of TRCA regeneration
A long term partnership between the regional partners and TRCA isa
number of reasons;
reliable, long term supplier of clean fill for TRCA regeneration
secure source of revenue from a regional partner;
revenue remains within a government body for re-use in the regio
provides each region with secure disposal options;
minimize haulage distance, costs and impact to haul roads;
proactive planning to secure fill sites for capital projects ali
partners strategic priority of continuing to deliver and sustain
Collaborative efforts benefit immediate goals for TRCA and ultim
priority to manage the regional/municipal finances prudently.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
Staff will continue to work with regional partners to identify f
beneficial in terms of environmental enhancements and financial
TRCA staff will complete site assessments and detailed design dr
potential sites would be enhanced by placing locally available c
TRCA will return to the board and seek approval on a site by sit
FINANCIAL DETAILS
TRCA staff anticipates that fill revenue from any fill managemen
direct project operating, administrative and restoration costs.
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Report prepared by: David Hatton, extension 5365
Emails: dhatton@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: David Hatton, extension 5365
Emails: dhatton@trca.on.ca
Date: November 15, 2012
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RES.#A219/12 -GREENWOOD CONSERVATION LANDS MASTER PLAN
Approval in principle of the Greenwood Conservation Lands Master
Moved by:Colleen Jordan
Seconded by:Jack Heath
THAT the draft Greenwood Conservation Lands Master Plan dated No
approved in principle;
THAT the draft Plan be circulated to the Town of Ajax and the Ci
endorsement of the Plan;
THAT following circulation and approval at the municipal level,
Authority to confirm approval of the final Plan;
THAT the lands referred to as "Brock NorthÒ, ÑBrock SouthÒ, ÑRod
"Greenwood Conservation Lands" respectively, be renamed and coll
the "Greenwood Conservation Lands" and this be communicated to a
stakeholders;
AND FURTHER THAT staff proceed to plan and implement the Master
projects in the short-term (2013-2014) in partnership with proje
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
With the most recent acquisition of the Brock Lands in 2011, add
Conservation Area (GCA) and Rodar property, the area of the amal
689 hectares (1,704 acres). For the purpose of integrating the p
Master Plan process, the three properties will be considered as
Greenwood Conservation Lands (GCL). Located within the Duffins C
Regional Municipality of Durham, GCL borders the Town of Ajax an
Additionally, it is adjacent to Highway 7 in the north and Taunto
located between Sideline 16 and Greenwood Road west and east res
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The location of the GCL is of particular importance given the pl
The future Duffin Heights community is located south of the prop
approximately 9,400 people in a residential setting. Additionally, when fully built out, the Seaton
community will consist of approximately 77,000 people spread amo
neighborhoods, which will be surrounded by a network of forest,
This planned development is located directly adjacent to the wes
relevant and timely to complete a Master Plan for the GCL to ens
natural system including the provision for important linkages th
integrity while at the same time providing greenspace for the pe
lifestyles.
At Authority Meeting #1/11, held on January 28, 2011, TRCA staff
Toronto had conveyed the lands to TRCA for the agreed price of $
initiated planning discussions with City of Pickering and Town o
and recreation potential of the property. The Authority adopted A13/11 at that
meeting, directing TRCA staff to continue the required consultat
proceed with restoration projects and management planning of the
the draft Greenwood Conservation Lands Master Plan will be avail
Restoration activities on the Brock Lands in 2012 involved furth
priority restoration sites, including seven projects that will b
of Ontario's Highway 407 East Extension overall benefit requirem
preparation and materials staging has begun and implementation o
spring 2013. TRCA also completed a hydrology study for Brock No
groundwater quantity and quality, as well as help inform detaile
site for Brock South is averaging 110 loads per day and is appro
The southwest and south central portions of the site are almost
covered with topsoil and seeded this fall. Additional implementation projects for both the Master
Plan and Restoration Plan are scheduled to commence in spring 20
Master Plan Process and Consultation
The planning process was undertaken in four phases starting in J
guidance from three separate committees. The staff steering comm
from a range of different internal divisions. The Technical Stee
representatives from Town of Ajax and City of Pickering. Finally
was made up of representatives from community groups, agencies,
as area residents and landowners. The external committees were
reference document that was used to guide their contributions th
the Master Plan.
Phase One included the development of the advisory committees, p
background report, a Site Securement and Protection plan, and th
Two included the establishment of the management zones and the m
recommendations for the property. Phase Three included the plann
a bike park area and the trail and recreation plan. Phase Four c
and associated project implementation schedule, as well as formu
In addition, there were a total of six public meetings held thro
municipality of Pickering and Ajax.
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Phase One
Establish internal and external committees.
Complete the Background Report.
Complete the Site Securement and Protection plan.
Host the first Public Advisory Committee meeting.
Host the first public information session.
Phase Two
Determine the draft management zones.
Develop the draft management recommendations.
Integrate the watershed management recommendations.
Host Public Advisory Committee meetings.
Host a public meeting.
Circulate a study newsletter.
Phase Three
Develop the recreation and public use concepts.
Develop a trail plan.
Host a Public Advisory Committee meeting.
Host a public information meeting.
Circulate a study newsletter.
Phase Four
Develop the implementation and budget schedule.
Finalize the Master Plan report and recommendations.
Obtain Authority and project partnersÔ approval.
Circulate a study newsletter.
Establish the Public Stewardship Committee.
Vision and Management Principles
The vision for the GCL was created and integrated with the visio
Watershed Plan, and the previous management plan for Greenwood C
Additionally, the goals and objectives of the following plans and
incorporated into the plan:
Terrestrial Natural Heritage System Strategy (2007)
A Watershed Plan for Duffins and Carruthers Creek (2003)
Greenwood Conservation Lands Restoration Plan (2011)
Greenwood Conservation Area Management Plan (2005)
Vision and Values
The vision for the GCL Master Plan sets a definite direction for
actions and management of the property. The three main statement
The Greenwood Conservation Lands will;
Support functioning, diverse and self-sustaining communities of
and wildlife.
Become a public destination, offering a variety of recreational
experiences.
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Facilitate important regional trail linkages and provide connect
natural heritage systems.
In addition, the following goals were established for the manage
partner-owned lands, and will guide the management planning proc
To conserve, protect and manage Authority lands in consultation
manner that values, respects and enhances the natural, cultural
and,
To encourage uses that are compatible with healthy watersheds, r
unique character of the lands and sustainable in environmental,
terms.
Management Recommendations
Management recommendations provide actions to achieve the vision
management recommendations include:
Natural Heritage Protection
Monitor, protect, and restore both ecological and aquatic resour
is adequately maintained.
Implement best management practices in the management of invasiv
site.
Cultural
Protect and conserve archaeological sites and explore opportunit
sites.
Consult with interested First Nations groups regarding additiona
opportunities to remain involved with the project.
Social
Establish a formal trail system and develop recreation opportuni
natural system.
Conduct regular property inventory and audit surveys to identify
unauthorized activities and safety concerns.
Continue to produce the Greenwood Leaflet newsletter, and engage
by establishing a stewardship committee and trail captain progra
Work with Town of Ajax staff in the development and implementati
public use features within the Township of Ajax boundaries.
Integration
Rename the Brock lands and Greenwood Conservation Area under a s
Greenwood Conservation Lands.
Integrate management of the Brock lands with the Greenwood Conse
in elements such as trail design, signage, and stewardship and o
Future updates to the Greenwood Conservation Lands Master Plan and the Greenwood
Conservation Area Management Plan should be combined into a single planning
document.
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Recreation and Trail Plan
Public use in the GCL focuses on providing both passive and acti
Some of the features included in the recreation plan are: the mo
dogs off leash area and the accessible fishing platform. The mou
total 45ha in size and contain 20-25kms of single track trails.
approximately 15.4ha and offer users a variety of trail experien
platform is approximately 10 metres by 7 metres and will also se
and lookout point.
The trail plan within the GCL provides linkages to both regional
features within the site. Multiple different loop options are pr
throughout the property. The current trail system is made up of
order to execute the planned trail system, 30km of trail will be
new trail will be added. With these trail improvements and the c
parking lots, GCL will contain a 40km multiuse trail system.
Recent Trail Initiatives
The Trans Canada Trail (TCT) organization has expressed interest
trail improvement work on the proposed TCT re-route through the
opportunity is in conjunction with the TCT connection program slAs
part of officially designating the TCT through the property, the
would need to be matched by TRCA.
RATIONALE
The GCL Master Plan was developed in consultation with City of P
Additionally, public interest
and both municipalities support the plan and its recommendations
groups and stakeholders were involved throughout the planning pr
comments, and expressed their general support for the plan.
The GCL Master Plan is consistent with TRCA strategic plans and
municipal Official Plans and Secondary Plans. As the populations grow in Pickering and Ajax
there will be increased demand for the lands to provide greenspa
to enjoy trails for walking, cycling, nature viewing and commutiAlso there will be interest by
All of which are provided for in the Master Plan.
the public to picnic, fish and play sport in fields.
With the planned implementation of the Seaton and Duffin Heights
years, there will be a large increase in population that will ha
Master Plan integrates the need for public greenspace with the i
protected natural features for a healthy environment while at th
significantly degraded part of the property. The Plan also addre
management of property in partnership with the community that wi
The terrestrial landscape and hydrologic function of the Brock N
been significantly altered through previous aggregate extraction
estimates that 138 hectares (341 acres) or 35% of the lands have
previous land use activities which have altered the topography,
to support historic vegetation. The Master Plan supports the pri
to re-establish populations of a number of sensitive species, in
terrestrial species at risk.
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Enhancing connections between natural greenspace areas helps to
effects of urbanization while protecting species movement and ha
recommends amalgamating and managing the GCL as one connected pi
which will help to improve the ecological function of the natura
implementing the GCL Master Plan and site Restoration Plans this
one of the most significant pieces of greenspace south of the Oa
Region of Durham.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
The successful implementation of the master plan for the GCL wil
and its partners.
TRCA will take the following actions:
Circulate the Master Plan when it has received approval in princ
municipal Councils of Pickering and Ajax for endorsement.
Request that Town of Ajax and City of Pickering include the Mast
jurisdictionÔs planning and land use policies and practices for ta.
Publish and distribute the Greenwood Conservation Lands Master P
stakeholders and seek necessary consultation.
Work to extend the existing management agreement with Town of Aj
Brock South parcel.
Report back to the Authority to confirm approval.
Establish a stewardship committee and trail captains program uti
advisory committee members and the local community with appropri
from stakeholder groups to assist with the implementation of the
Plan to implement the priority projects in the short-term (2013-
partners.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
The total cost to implement the GCL Master Plan is estimated at
A summarized implementation budget for the management plan is shot 1. It
should be noted that these are preliminary budget estimates and All projects are
subject to discussion with the potential funding partners and re
requirements.
Staff will be approaching Town of Ajax, City of Pickering, local
interested stakeholders to share in the cost of Plan implementat
TRCA has projected that it would be possible to cover 80% or $2,
costs by allocating a portion of the revenues gained from the re
and South.
Report prepared by: Kimberly Krawczyk, 416-688-3805
Emails: kkrawczyk@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Mike Bender, extension 5287
Emails: mbender@trca.on.ca
Date: November 30, 2012
Attachments: 1
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Attachment 1
Master Plan Implementation Schedule and Costs
ItemDeliverablesLeadAnticipated
Cost ($)
Short-term Projects (2013-2014)
Site Securement Building assessment and removal, TRCA, Contractor $29,000
and Protection Planboundary fencing
Trail PlanTrail closures, hazard tree TRCA$125,000
assessment and removal
Medium-term Projects (2014-2016)
Site Securement Bike jump removal, fencing, garbage Town of Ajax, TRCA$28,000
and Protection Planremoval
Trail PlanParking lot upgrades and additions, TRCA, Contractor $940,000
trail signage, decommission Church quote, Town of Ajax
St., trail assessment & development
(Phase 1 & 2), mountain biking
preferred area development (Phase
1& 2), TCT improvements, river
crossing
Recreation PlanDog off leash area (Phase 1& 2)TRCA, Town of Ajax$220,000
Natural & Cultural Cultural heritage surveys, update TRCA$180,000
Heritageflora & fauna data
StewardshipAnnual meetings, newsletters, trail TRCA$53,000
captains program
Long-term Projects (2016-2019)
Site Securement Building removal, fencing removal, TRCA$48,000
and Protection Planbuilding upgrades
Trail PlanTrail signage, hazard tree removal, TRCA$1,140,000
river crossings, trail development &
improvements (Phase 3), mountain
biking preferred area development
(Phase 3), accessible trail,
interpretive signs, new parking lots,
annual maintenance
Recreation Plan Bike park, accessible fishing platform Town of Ajax, TRCA $496,000
Natural & Cultural Develop invasive species awareness TRCA$6,000
Heritageprogram
StewardshipDevelop stewardship engagement TRCA$54,000
program, newsletters, annual
committee costs
Total$3,415,000
*Costs for these items will be based on development of site plan
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RES.#A220/12 -CITY OF PICKERING
Petticoat Creek Restoration - Southeast Collector Environmental
Enhancement Projects. Approval of the Southeast Collector
Environmental Enhancement Projects within the Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority-owned Lands, City of Pickering, Petticoat
watershed.
Moved by:Linda Pabst
Seconded by:Michael Di Biase
THAT the Southeast Collector Environmental Enhancement Projects
and Region Conservation Authority-owned (TRCA) lands along Petti
approved;
THAT TRCA staff be directed to enter into a funding arrangement
Pickering to implement these projects;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to assist York Region and Cit
with the implementation of other Collector Environmental Enhance
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
In 1997, York Region embarked on a master plan study for the York Durham S
(YDSS) to identify and review current conditions as well as future
approved growth within urban communities. The master plan invol
servicing alternatives and public consultation opportunities as
Environmental Assessment (EA) process. Since 2005, TRCA staff h
aspects of the planning, approval and implementation of the YDSS
working relationship is the planning and implementation of the E
Projects associated with the Southeast Collector Sewer.
The Southeast Collector Environmental Enhancement Plan (SCEEP) h
Region and Durham Region. The York Region projects focused on t
various aspects of the Bob Hunter Memorial Park Plan within the
Markham. TRCA staff has also assisted the Region and City of Pi
delineation and planning of environmental enhancement projects wA
focus of this work is the restoration of decommissioned resident
projects within TRCA-owned lands along Petticoat Creek. These l
and E5 sites within the Southeast Collector Environmental Enhanc
cooperatively with City of Pickering, TRCA staff has developed a
plan and schedule of restoration activities. The implementation
by the direct guidance and assistance of City of Pickering staff
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The project site (Attachment 1) consists of a 32 hectare parcel of TRCA properties
hectares have existing natural cover and the rest is either fall
agricultural lands or decommissioned residential sites. Staff f
developed detailed restoration site prescriptions and project co
enhancement project TRCA's objectives for this project include
watershed connectivity, provide critical habitat for a variety o
agricultural runoff. The City of Pickering has received $235,000
project. This restoration project will be administered by the C
recovered under the conditions and terms of a purchase order.
DETAILS OF THE WORK TO BE DONE
TRCA proposes to plant over 29,000 seedlings and 4,700 trees and
on site that is without natural cover. In addition, all plantin
tilling the soil and establishing a noncompetitive cover crop.
ensure the success of the plantings by removing competitive herb
plants. A detailed site analysis of the area has recommended that a numbee
structures are appropriate for the site. These habitat structur
boxes but also includes raptor poles, a snake hibernaculum and t
and stumps throughout the site. This reach of Petticoat Creek
agriculture and to improve local water quality TRCA proposes to
the agricultural drainage outlets. Site preparation of the plan
fall and the work will be completed during the spring and summer
FINANCIAL DETAILS
The Southeast Collector Environmental Enhancements within the TR
Creek is a total investment of $235,000. Funding is provided by
of Pickering. TRCA will implement this project under a City of
will be administered under account code 109-80.
Report prepared by: Gord MacPherson, extension 5246
Emails: gmacpherson@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Gord MacPherson, extension 5246
Emails: gmacpherson@trca.on.ca
Date: October 12, 2012
Attachments: 1
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Attachment 1
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RES.#A221/12 -2013 ROUGE PARK NATURAL HERITAGE GRANT PROGRAM
Approval of projects and funding allocations under the 2013 Rouge
Natural Heritage Grant Program.
Moved by:Michael Di Biase
Seconded by:Linda Pabst
THAT the projects and allocation of project funding under the 20
Heritage Grant Program as outlined in Attachment 1, be approved;
THAT staff be directed to establish contractual agreements with
proponents and release the letters of confirmation of funding to
projects have been approved for 2013 project funds;
THAT staff be directed to finalize funding arrangements, as well
successful proponents to plan, prepare and implement the approve
AND FURTHER THAT Parks Canada continue to be consulted on all as
projects.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Since 1996, Rouge Park has provided funding to groups and organi
Rouge River watershed to preserve and restore its natural and cu
Park Natural Heritage grant program has funded many worthwhile p
including habitat restoration, research and monitoring, and spec
Total funding allocated by the Rouge Park Natural Heritage grant
$143,000 to $203,696 over the past six grant years. Requests ar
amount of funding available and therefore, only the highest prio
Allocations under the
fulfill Rouge Park objectives are selected and approved for fund
Rouge Park grant program have been held at approximately $180,00
years (2011 and 2012).
On September 7, 2012, Rouge Park posted a call for proposals for
with a submission deadline of October 22, 2012. Previous applic
expressed interest in the program were informed directly via ema
and detailed instructions were posted on the Rouge Park website.
stated that priority would be given to projects that:
1. Contribute directly to restoration of terrestrial habitats i
2. Improve aquatic habitat in rivers, creeks and tributaries wi
boundaries.
3. Undertake research that will result in recommendations that
native species and natural habitats in Rouge Park.
4. Implement stewardship activities to protect native species a
Park.
These priority areas are consistent with past funding years.
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A total of 13 projects were submitted for consideration. These include fo
projects, one habitat stewardship project, six research or surve
recovery project and one education project. Proposal requests f
and range from $2,440.00 - $99,000.00. All projects were prepared using the form posted on
the Rouge Park website, submitted by email as instructed and rec
time. Proposals were then circulated via email to the Project R
TRCA staff with advisors from Parks Canada.
The Project Review Committee met on November 1, 2012 to assess t
recommend projects that should be considered for approval and fu
evaluation system used in previous years was applied to rank pro
determine which proposals should be considered for funding. Unde
Park evaluation process, projects that score 200 or higher are t
and eligible for funding.
RATIONALE
Of the proposals received, nine are being recommended for approv
enough to be considered for full or partial funding, as shown in
were selected based on their alignment with Rouge Park managemen
the grant program, Parks Canada's Concept Plan for the Rouge Nat
to provide direct and measurable benefits to the park, feasibili
reasonable budget for proposed works. Detailed background infor
recommendations on each project can be found in Attachment 2. T
Committee recommends nine projects for approval with a total fun
$168,645.11 to support their implementation, as outlined in Atta
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
Staff will notify all applicants of approvals and funding decisi
deliverables and conditions (Attachment 2). Contracts in standard TRCA format will be drafted
for each approved project, including payment schedules based on
and TRCA purchasing policies. Staff will work with successful a
delivery where required and appropriate. Finally, staff will con
Canada staff on all aspects of the projects and their implementa
FINANCIAL DETAILS
A request has been made to the Waterfront Regeneration Trust (WRT), which has historically
provided funds for the grant program, to release up to $246,500
amount would fund the approved grant allocations to external gro
support costs of $77,855 for restoration projects, including sit
and archaeological clearances. At this time, funding has not yet been confirmed by WRT. Staff
will continue to communicate with WRT to confirm or adjust this
Canada staff has indicated that they will be able to supply fund
recommended grant allocations in the event that WRT is not able
requested.
For Information contact: Maria Papoulias, 905-713-6038, Mike Ben
Emails: mpapoulias@trca.on.ca, mbender@trca.on.ca
Date: October 25, 2012
Attachments: 3
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Attachment 1
Recommended funding allocations for projects submitted to the 20
Heritage Grant Program.
TOTAL
PROJECTRANKRECOMMENDREQUEST
SCORE
Odonate Survey of Rouge Park (Citizen
300.001$2,440.00$2,440.00
Scientists)
Freshwater Mussels in Rouge Park (Toronto
300.001$6,700.00$6,700.00
Zoo)
Forest Succession 2013 (10,000 Trees for the
300.001$25,000.00$25,000.00
Rouge)
Stream and Wetland Restoration Evaluation
283.332$8,668.91$8,668.91
Project (Ontario Streams)
Bob Hunter Memorial Park Diversification
266.673$26,000.00$29,000.00
Restoration Project (Rouge Valley Naturalists)
Species at Risk Reptile Recovery in Rouge
266.673$9,315.00$9,315.00
Park (Toronto Zoo)
Rouge Park Phragmites Control and
266.673$8,700.00$8,700.00
Maintenance Project (Ontario Streams)
Habitat Restoration on Priority Rouge Park
266.673$67,145.40$99,000.00
Sites (Friends of the Rouge Watershed)
Little Rouge Creek Rehabilitation and
233.334$14,675.80$14,675.80
Monitoring Initiative (Ontario Streams)
Mercury pollution trade-offs with key
ecosystem services in relation to wetland
100.00$19,560.00
creation designs in Rouge Park (University of
Toronto)
Ecosystem services, ecological rarity and
100.00invasiveness in Rouge Park (University of $5,150.00
Toronto)
100.00Great Lakes Outreach (Toronto Zoo)$10,300.00
Assemblage and utilization of habitat by
aquatic birds in relation to composition and
100.00distribution of invertebrates in Rouge Coastal $43,569.94
Marsh and adjacent Rouge River joining Lake
Ontario (Zymologistix)
TOTAL168,645.11$282,079.65
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Attachment 2
Background, analysis and staff recommendations on each proposal
Rouge Park Natural Heritage Grant Program.
A. Recommended Projects
1. Citizen Scientists
Odonate Survey of Rouge Park
Requested funding: $2,440.00
Bev Edwards (Citizen Scientists) has been carrying out the Rouge
and Dragonflies) Survey for three years (2010 Ï 2012) on an enti
surveyed 32 sites throughout the park and has submitted quality
increased knowledge of Odonate diversity and habitat use in the
useful to park management, as it has identified habitat being us
species to date, and is demonstrating how quickly odonates colon
restoration. The program has also been valuable for visitor eng
time and expertise at numerous Rouge Park educational events. T
requesting a moderate amount of funding to archive and identify
professional taxonomist. Exuviae are the shed skins of larval o
ponds when they emerge in their adult forms. Identification of
specific information on which wetlands odonates are successfully
protect important odonate breeding habitats (including for rare
supports this work and recommends full funding.
Deliverables:
a.A report summarizing odonate survey results for 2013, with an upd
list and map of occurrences in Rouge Park.
b.Identification of all odonate exuviae collected between 2010-2
c.Participate in outreach activities for Rouge Park, including Ñ
ÑIntriguing InsectsÒ workshops.
Conditions:
a.Adhere to all conditions, including acquisition of permits requir
TRCA, City of Markham, Regional Municipality of York, City of To
b.Meet with TRCA / Rouge Park staff prior to project commencemen
detailed project methodology, objectives and permit requirements
c.Consult with staff of Parks Canada to ensure conformity of obj
d.Variances from approved design require written approval from R
e.All data, maps and reports produced are to be provided to RP/TRCA
f.All education / communication materials must be approved by RP/TR
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2. Toronto Zoo
Freshwater Mussels in Rouge Park
Requested funding: $6,700.00
Formal surveys of freshwater mussel occurrence and distribution
Draft Rouge River Fisheries Management Plan (2011). The propose
these surveys at ten sites in the Rouge River, Little Rouge Cree
within the current Rouge Park boundary (one site within the Toro
survey design is scientifically sound, staff has been trained in
and partnerships are in place with TRCA, Ontario Streams, Citize
ensure sharing of information and avoid duplication of efforts.
and potential to identify occurrences of rare or at-risk species
management efforts in Rouge Park. Staff supports the project an
Deliverables:
a.12 sites will be surveyed for freshwater mussels within Rouge
b.Report will be produced identifying freshwater mussel populati
presence at the 12 survey locations, as well as mussel bed locat
analysis of the data obtained and recommendations for land manag
should be included.
c. Collate records from all sources to produce an updated invent
species in Rouge Park.
Conditions:
a. Adhere to all conditions, including acquisition of permits requir
of Markham, City of Toronto, Transport Canada, Regional Municipa
OMNR and DFO.
b.Variances from approved design require written approval from R
c.Notify Rouge Park (S. Santos) two weeks before commencing impl
activities or media contacts.
d.All education / communication materials must be approved by RP/TR
e.Toronto Zoo must coordinate with TRCA, MNR, Ontario Streams, C
Scientists, and other groups working in stream. Coordination wi
by RP.
f.All data, maps and reports produced are to be provided to RP/TRCA
g.Ministry of Labour requirements must be adhered to.
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3. 10,000 Trees for the Rouge
Forest Succession 2013
Requested funding: $25,000.00 (inc. $5900.00 for future maintena
Rouge Park (RP) has supported plantings by 10,000 Trees for the
site proposed for restoration (Map 1) was allocated by RP staff
restoration. The proposed planting plan is suitable for the sit
RP have been followed. Staff supports the proposal and recommen
is recommended that the $5900 budget allocated for future mainte
RP accounts, to be disbursed when future maintenance is complete
Deliverables:
a.Plant a mixture of 6350 native trees and shrubs on approximate
maintain the site for a minimum of 2 years.
b.Provide one educational planting day for approximately 2000 vo
general public.
Conditions:
a. Adhere to all conditions required by TRCA, City of Markham, Regional
Municipality of York and OMNR.
b.Variances from approved design require written approval from R
c.Notify Rouge Park (S. Santos) two weeks before commencing impl
activities or media contacts.
d.All site restoration plans must be developed in conjunction with,
by, RP / TRCA staff.
e.Requested budget for future maintenance ($5900) will be held i
accounts and disbursed when maintenance reports are submitted.
f.All education / communication materials and permanent signage mus
approved by RP/TRCA.
g.Ministry of Labour requirements must be adhered to.
4. Ontario Streams
Stream and Wetland Restoration Evaluation Project
Requested funding: $8668.91
This proposal results from a request by Rouge Park and MNR staff
effectiveness, longevity and long-term maintenance requirements
projects funded by RP in the past. Although OS does revisit and visually assess past projects
on a regular basis, they have not had the resources available to
follow-up assessment report on the 36 projects funded by RP sinc
will be valuable to park staff and partner agencies for assessin
investments and informing the design of future stream restoratio
include not only a survey of the condition of in-stream structur
ecological response to restoration initiatives (eg. changes in s
communities). Staff supports the proposed work and recommends f
that the final study design is discussed in detail with RP, MNR,
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Deliverables:
a.Revisit 36 past project sites funded by Rouge Park and report
effectiveness of in stream works.
b.Report will include a summary of all work performed, assessmen
effectiveness and longevity of each project and where possible,
measurements will be provided.
Conditions:
a.Adhere to all conditions, including acquisition of permits requir
of Markham, City of Toronto, Transport Canada, Regional Municipa
OMNR and DFO.
b.Meet with TRCA, MNR, Rouge Park and Parks Canada staff prior t
commencement to discuss detailed project methodology, objectives
requirements.
c.Variances from approved design require written approval from R
d.Notify Rouge Park (S. Santos) two weeks before commencing impl
activities or media contacts.
e.Permanent signage and communication materials must be approved
RP/TRCA.
f. All data, maps and reports produced are to be provided to RP/TRCA
g.Ministry of Labour requirements must be adhered to.
5. Rouge Valley Naturalists
Bob Hunter Memorial Park Diversification Restoration Project
Requested funding: $29,000.00 (inc. $3000.00 for future maintena
Rouge Park has supported plantings by the Rouge Valley Naturalis
The site proposed for reforestation (Map 1) was allocated to RVN
priority restoration site. The proposed planting plan is suitab
provided by RP have been followed. Staff support the proposal,
preparation ($3000 in budget), since this work is to be done by
to the site. Staff also recommends retaining the $3000 maintena
be disbursed when future maintenance is completed and reported o
recommended that a grant of $26,000 be provided to support this
held in RP / TRCA accounts for future site maintenance.
Deliverables:
a.Plant a mixture of 6650 coniferous and deciduous trees and shr
herbaceous plants on approximately 3 ha, according to the site p
RP, and maintain the site for a minimum of 3 years.
b.Provide 5-8 days of practical outdoor learning for school stud
with the Ontario Ministry of Education curriculum.
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Conditions:
a.Adhere to all conditions required by TRCA, City of Markham, Regional
Municipality of York and OMNR.
b.Variances from approved design require written approval from R
c.Notify Rouge Park (S. Santos) two weeks before commencing impl
and maintenance activities or media contacts.
d.Permanent signage and communication materials must be approved
RP/TRCA.
e.All site restoration plans must be developed in conjunction with,
by RP / TRCA staff. The design must be consistent with other gro
site and no deviation from the approved design will be allowed.
f.Project is subject to availability of the site. No access to t
until topsoil amendments are complete.
g.Ministry of Labour requirements must be adhered to.
6. Toronto Zoo
Species at Risk Reptile Recovery in Rouge Park: BlandingÔs Turtl
Milksnake Monitoring and Management
Requested funding: $9,315.00
This project includes research, recovery planning and stewardshi
two species at risk in Rouge Park; BlandingÔs Turtle and Eastern
components build on past work, as described below:
With support from the Rouge Park grant program, the Toronto Zoo
work to track the movement of BlandingÔs Turtles for 8 years, an
on habitat use, a Stewardship Plan and a Management Plan for turA
key recommendation arising from this work was the need to supple
population in the Rouge in order to restore a minimum viable pop
staff has been examining the feasibility of population supplemen
of a potential source population, genetic analysis, and habitat
indicated that Rouge Park wetland restoration plans will restore
few years to support the required population. In 2012, Rouge Pa
BlandingÔs Turtle Head-starting Plan (report pending), and the Z
collect eggs and begin raising hatchlings in preparation for rel
2013, the Zoo is requesting support to collect and hatch more eg
conduct Population Viability Analyses to determine release targe
protocols for rearing, release and monitoring. As well, Zoo staff is proposing to continue an
outreach program in the Rouge Marsh area to combat turtle poachi
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The Milksnake component of this project builds on work done by t
Group in 2010 and 2011, funded by Rouge Park. A large number of dead-on-road Milksnakes
prompted the initiation of a population study in 2011, which was
two years, sufficient data were collected to estimate population
In 2013, the Zoo proposes to continue the mark-recapture study t
and to begin radio-telemetry of selected individuals to identify
hibernacula, foraging areas and travel corridors. This informat
protection initiatives within Rouge Park.
This project was developed collaboratively with RP staff, builds
work funded by the Park, and aligns with natural heritage object
Plan. Staff supports the project and recommends full funding, o
continue to meet regularly with RP, OMNR and Parks Canada staff
and permit requirements in detail. Furthermore, staff recommend
supply a long term time line and long-range cost estimate for bo
Deliverables:
a.Collect up to 55 BlandingÔs turtle eggs from the MNR-approved
population and rear hatchlings at the Toronto Zoo.
b.Conduct a series of Population Viability Analyses for Rouge Pa
determine population sustainability targets for the BlandingÔs t
project.
c.Develop a report outlining the results of 2013 field surveys,
beyond, and land management recommendations.
d.Continue outreach program to combat turtle poaching in the Rou
e.Produce a report summarizing the third-year results of the Mil
study, including abundance, distribution, movements, habitat use
population impact of road mortality.
f.Conduct radio-telemetry studies of Milksnakes to identify key
protection and management.
All data and mapping will be supplied to Rouge Park.
g.
Conditions:
a.Adhere to all conditions, including acquisition of permits requir
TRCA, City of Markham, Regional Municipality of York, City of To
b.Provide a long-term budget and work plan for both aspects of t
c.Meet with RP, TRCA, OMNR and Parks Canada staff to ensure conf
objectives.
d.Variances from approved design require written approval from R
e.All data, maps and reports produced are to be provided to RP / TR
f.Permanent signage and all education / communication materials
approved by RP / TRCA.
g.Door-to-door outreach in must be discussed and approved by RP
commencement.
h.Ministry of Labour requirements must be adhered to.
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7. Ontario Streams
Rouge Park Phragmites Control and Maintenance Project
Requested funding: $8,700.00
Ontario Streams (OS) is requesting funding to conduct maintenanc
(Map 1) that this group restored previously (most with RP fundinAt each of these
wetlands, OS proposes to survey and control Phragmites australis by manual cutting, and to set
up permanent plots to assess the effectiveness of this technique
Phragmites stand over time. The experimental control of Phragmites appears to be scientifically
sound and will be useful for maintaining biodiversity at the aff
future control efforts for this invasive species. Continued mon
is noted as being dependent upon availability of funding / resou
may be easily integrated into the RP wetland monitoring program
At one of the wetlands, OS proposes to replace a beaver baffler t
over ten years ago and is no longer functioning as intended. Th
project utilizes proven technology that manages water flow and p
overtopping and breaking, helping to mitigate the risk of dam fa
needs of the beaver family that has made their home in the wetla
Overall, this work shows good commitment to long-term maintenanc
projects and is supported by staff. Full funding is recommended
Deliverables:
a.Control invasive Phragmites at 4 previously restored wetlands
using a hand held mechanized brush cutter.
b.Monitor changes in Phragmites density before and after treatme
c.Install a new beaver baffler at Barkey Woods wetland site.
Conditions:
a.Adhere to all conditions, including acquisition of permits requir
TRCA, City of Markham, Regional Municipality of York, City of To
b.Notify Rouge Park (S. Santos) two weeks before commencing impl
activities or media contacts.
c.Permanent signage and communication materials must be approved
TRCA.
d.Phragmites control activities should be conducted in a manner
minimal disturbance to wildlife; in particular, mechanized brush
be avoided during breeding bird season.
e.Meet with TRCA / Rouge Park staff prior to project commencemen
detailed project methodology.
f.Ministry of Labour requirements must be adhered to.
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8. Friends of the Rouge Watershed
Habitat Restoration on Priority Rouge Park Sites 2013
Requested funding: $99,000.00
Rouge Park has partnered with Friends of the Rouge Watershed (FR
projects for many years. For 2013, FRW proposes reforestation o
of which are designated priority restoration areas in Rouge Park
sites requested by FRW that were deemed potentially appropriate
staff. (See Map 1 for locations.)
The restoration proposals for sites 1-4 appear suitable for the
the specific cover crop planting instructions provided by Rouge
the proposal to plough and disk site 5 for archaeology, as this
of the site by dog-strangling vine; archaeology on site 5 should
instead. The planting plan for site 6 is inconsistent with inst
re-establishment of cedar swamp habitat in this area and is not
In summary, staff supports the restoration plans for sites 1-4,
proposed for sites 5 and 6. Furthermore, staff recommends that
components be excluded from funding:
Calliper sugar maples @ $150 each (not needed, unjustifiable exp
Wildflower seed, tall grass seed, wildflower plugs, $33,000 tota
unjustified, as this cover crop can potentially be used on only
establishment success has been observed on past planting sites.)
Tractors, backhoe, site preparation @ $8000 (no site preparation
70 Rouge Park Ñnature walksÒ @ $11,000 Ï RP already has a guided
where volunteers contribute their time to host nature walks. RP
FRW staff to duplicate this work, but will welcome staff that wi
leaders and participate in RP programming.
A grant of $67,145.40 is recommended to support this project. This number
applying weighted reductions to the total ask to reflect the cos
recommended for funding, as listed above.
Deliverables:
a.On the areas comprising 10.9 ha outlined in the proposal for s
native trees and shrubs according to the design included in the
Conditions:
a.Adhere to all conditions, including permits required by TRCA, Cit
Regional Municipality of York, City of Toronto and OMNR.
b.Wetland projects suggested in the proposal are subject to furt
with, and approval by, Rouge Park / TRCA staff. All wetland projects must be
consistent with the TRCA wetland restoration guiding principles.
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c.Final site restoration plans must be developed in conjunction
by, RP / TRCA staff. The design for the Bob Hunter Memorial Park
4) must be consistent with other groups working on this site and
from the approved design will be allowed.
d.Project approval and funding for the Bob Hunter Memorial Park
to availability of the site. No access will be granted until top
complete.
e.Restoration activities on site 5 will be allowed only subject
completed by test-pitting. Ploughing and disking of this site w
permitted. Access to this site will be allowed only after archaeological clee
is granted and staking is complete. Rouge Park grant monies sha
applied to restoration of this site, as it is not considered a p
for the Park.
f.Restoration of site 6 will not be permitted based on the resto
submitted.
g.Nature walks and other educational activities are permitted on
Park trails, unless otherwise permitted by TRCA or City of Toron
h.Variances from approved design require written approval from R
i.Notify Rouge Park (S. Santos) two weeks before commencing impl
activities or media contacts.
j.Permanent signage and communication materials must be approved
RP/TRCA.
k.Provide maps / coordinates of all habitat structures (bird box
etc.) to Rouge Park as part of the final report.
l.Ministry of Labour requirements must be adhered to.
9. Ontario Streams
Little Rouge Creek Rehabilitation and Monitoring Initiative
Requested funding: $14,675.80
Rouge Park has supported the Little Rouge Creek Rehabilitation a
several years. For 2013, Ontario Streams is proposing stream re
the Little Rouge Creek that was mapped and evaluated with Rouge
proposed riparian vegetation plantings and erosion control struc
conditions and thermal stability, eventually contributing to imp
consistent with the intent of the updated Rouge River Fisheries
Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and City of Markham (the l
the project review and expressed support for this project. Roug
work. Full funding is recommended.
Deliverables:
a.In-stream rehabilitation along 840 m of Little Rouge Creek.
b.Riparian shrub planting along 200 m of the Little Rouge Creek,
700 native shrubs.
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c.Placement of 2 cabled debris jams, one cabled log jam and a ba
d.Monitoring of stream temperature, fish and benthos.
Conditions:
a.Consult with TRCA and MNR staff regarding the need for propose
control structures and supply written endorsement to Rouge Park.
b.Consult with TRCA fluvio-geomorphologist for final design of i
to ensure no increased erosion or flooding will ensue.
c.Consult with TRCA aquatic ecology staff (Christine Tu) for fin
d.Submit final design to RP for approval prior to 2013 implement
e.Adhere to all conditions required by TRCA, City of Markham and Regional
Municipality of York. Ensure appropriate approvals from MNR and
f.Landowner permission is required from City of Markham.
g.Ontario Streams must coordinate with TRCA, OMNR, Toronto Zoo,
Scientists, and other groups working in this stretch of stream.
be facilitated by RP.
h.Variances from approved design require written approval from R
i.Notify Rouge Park (S. Santos) two weeks before commencing impl
activities or media contacts.
j.Permanent signage and communication materials must be approved
RP/TRCA.
k.Monitoring information and methods should conform to OSAP prot
where there is deviation, data should be provided in OSAP-compat
l.Ministry of Labour requirements must be adhered to.
B. Projects not recommended
10. University of Toronto, Scarborough (Professor Carl Mitchell
Mercury Pollution trade-offs with key ecosystem services in rela
creation designs in Rouge Park.
Requested funding: $19,560.00
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Professor Mitchell has been conducting research on methylmercury
wetlands in Rouge Park for two years. A paper on the 2011 findings has recently been
published, indicating that wetland age and restoration method ma
MeHg concentrations in water, sediment and benthos. In 2012, wo
examine the impact of high MeHg concentrations in some wetlands
(tadpoles) and results of this work are pending. For 2013, Prof
work examining the impact of different wetland restoration techn
as well as continued study of trends in MeHg levels over time.
relevant to park restoration efforts and preliminary results are
has potential to be useful to park management; however, staff ar
design as presented does not include enough wetland replicates t
nor is sampling proposed often enough to correct for seasonal an
does not recommend investment in this project as presented, but
the researcher to ensure a robust study design, including a larg
replicates, incorporation of control wetlands and increase in sa
11. University of Toronto (S. Livingstone)
Ecosystem services, ecological rarity and invasiveness in Rouge
Requested funding: $5,150.00
Although this project has some interesting and potentially useful
these elements will tie into a cohesive study with meaningful co
correlating Monarch butterfly habitat with occurrences of other
endangered species seems to have little validity, since habitat
variable. It is also unclear why this single species was chosen
ecological valuation model. Staff is unable to support investme
but recommend further discussions with the researcher to further
components that may benefit park management.
12. Toronto Zoo
Great Lakes Outreach
Requested funding: $10,300.00
The Toronto ZooÔs Great Lakes Outreach Program received Rouge Pa
time in 2012. In 2013, the program proposes continued developme
translation of these materials into four different languages, an
Although the curriculum materials and classroom outreach sessionss,
staff are not convinced that the investment will yield direct va
staff have been more effective at engaging students and the publ
a far lower cost and therefore, staff does not recommend investm
presented.
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13. Zymologistix
Assemblage and utilization of habitat by aquatic birds in relati
and distribution of invertebrates in Rouge Coastal Marsh and adj
River joining Lake Ontario.
Requested funding: $38,549.50 + HST (5011.44) = $43,560.94
This study addresses an interesting research question which coul
for future shorebird management. The study design appears sound
whether the information collected in one year of research will b
management. The funding request is high relative to other resea
usefulness of the outcomes to park management is uncertain. Fur
research project normally generates many additional questions, n
to obtain meaningful results. Thus, RP may be required to inves
study, at similar annual cost, to generate results that can tran
all the reasons above, staff cannot support the funding request
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Attachment 3
Proposed 2013 restoration project sites. (Research and monitorin
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RES.#A222/12 -CONSERVATION ONTARIO WHITEPAPER: WATERSHED
MANAGEMENT FUTURES FOR ONTARIO
Conservation Ontario has issued a whitepaper to initiate discuss
the Ontario Government about the roles and responsibilities for
managing Ontario's watersheds, and to redefine the relationship
conservation authorities and provincial ministries. The paper
acknowledges that the dialogue must include municipalities and o
stakeholders. Individual conservation authorities are requested
provide the Whitepaper to their watershed municipalities and MPP
to collaborate with adjacent conservation authorities in providi
information.
Moved by:Michael Di Biase
Seconded by:Glenn Mason
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) forward co
Conservation Ontario Whitepaper: Watershed Management Futures fo
regional and local watershed municipalities;
THAT copies of the Whitepaper be forwarded to all Members of Pro
the TRCA jurisdiction;
AND FURTHER THAT provision of this information, requests for mee
subsequent follow-up be coordinated with adjacent conservation a
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Working with OntarioÔs 36 conservation authorities (CAÔs), Conse
a Whitepaper entitled Ñ Watershed Management Futures for Ontario Ò (copies available upon
request). The purpose of this paper is to spur discussion betwee
Ontario about how to more effectively manage OntarioÔs watershed
provincial resources in order to create efficiencies in OntarioÔ
and programs. The following is a brief summary of the report, it
Drivers For Change Ï Fewer Resources to Address Growing Environm
OntarioÔs economic realities are creating budget constraints at
there is a need to streamline operations, share resources and le
relationships at provincial and local levels are needed in order
watershed conditions created by climate change and growing popul
status quo and continuing on the current path will result in exp
consequences.
OntarioÔs water and land resources and natural systems provide i
economic and societal benefits and should be protected. Forests,
soils, plants and animals are all necessary to produce goods and
sustainable water supplies, clean air, food, fuel, energy and he
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Threats to OntarioÔs water and land resources such as urbanizati
significant and growing larger. Managing impacts on natural ecos
sustainable resources for drinking water, agricultural productio
industrial uses. Keeping water clean and sustainable also requir
resources needed to protect water quality and quantity.
There is an opportunity for changes in the way we practice water
The call for greater government efficiency and effectiveness fro Commission on the
Reform of OntarioÔs Public Services (2012) is spurring a modernization and transformational
change across the Ontario provincial government, creating an opp
CAs to re-assess our traditional approaches to watershed managem
In addition, the provincial government itself, is currently targ
Lakes and climate change impacts (Climate Ready: OntarioÔs Adapt
Great Lakes Protection Strategy). With some strategic investment
offer a unique opportunity for the Province to leverage CA resou
meet provincial environmental agendas despite a more restrained
Challenges to OntarioÔs Current Watershed Management Framework
The whitepaper identifies a number of specific challenges with t
management policy and governance framework in Ontario that compr
effectively and efficiently manage the impacts on water and othe
include:
legislative mandate of CAs;
declining provincial funding for provincial priorities;
inconsistent provincial policy support and interpretation; and
variability in CA capacity to plan and implement watershed progr
The current fiscal reality further exacerbates these challenges.
Framework for Watershed Management in Ontario
Conservation Authorities believe an integrated watershed managem
way to manage issues around water and related resources. Integra
is the process of managing human activities and natural resource
taking into account social, economic and environmental issues, a
in order to manage water resources sustainably. This approach al
issues and objectives, and enables us to plan within a very comp
environment. Conservation authorities call for the Province to c
integrated watershed management approach to build resilient wate
health of Ontario residents.
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Focus for Discussions
The whitepaper recommends discussion around five key inter-relat
1.Confirmation of the Conservation Authority mandate and the importance of the CA
model that promotes an integrated watershed management approach
s watersheds
2.Enhancements to Conservation Authority/Ministry Relationships
Renewed conservation authority/Ministry of Natural Resources rel
focusing on restructuring of local delivery models, hazard manag
responsibilities, CA support for a role in the implementation of
climate change strategy, governance and accountability.
Formalized CA/Ministry of the Environment (MOE) relationships fo
source protection and Great Lakes program implementation, formal
important environmental monitoring and reporting roles, implemen
the provincial climate change strategy as it pertains to MOE.
New formalized relationships with other ministries such as Minis
Municipal Affairs and Housing, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture,
Rural Affairs, and Ministry of Infrastructure around common acti
planning and development, infrastructure and stewardship.
3.Revamped Conservation Authority Governance Model: Evaluate and assess the
broader and localized governance structures of CAs in order to b
wider stakeholder involvement.
4.Development of a Sustainable Funding Model: Discussions should take place on
developing a cost sharing model that takes local ability to pay
should be permanent, rather than project-based. Also need to address conservation
authority flood hazard infrastructure by including CA assets in
owned infrastructure or another appropriate asset management fra
5.Improved Accountability Framework: Governance, finance, mandate and
accountability are all closely linked and need to be considered
It is recognized that such a sweeping review of watershed manage
implications for the conservation authority model itself, the re
be on the table. Conservation authorities are already pursuing i
address current deficiencies to provide a more consistent level
Conservation Authorities Offer Significant Local Resources
There is a lot of good work going on in Ontario that protects wa
climate change impacts, and promotes awareness about the issues
What CAs bring to the table is their demonstrated ability to lev
management expertise, knowledge, and resources. The CAsÔ work in
stewardship, monitoring and reporting is critical to informing s
decision-making.
Conservation authorities deliver practical, cost effective progr
approximately $300 million per year. They often work in partners
government, landowners and other agencies.
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The types of programs that most CA offer include:
Watershed Strategies & Management
Watershed Monitoring & Reporting
Flood & Erosion ProtectionRural Water Quality and Quantity
Reforestation & Sustainable Woodlot Environmental Regulations and Land Use
ManagementPlanning
Stormwater ManagementAgriculture & Rural Landowner
Natural Heritage ProtectionStewardship Assistance
Information Management, GISLand Management
Outdoor RecreationSoil Conservation
Sensitive Wetlands, flood plains, valley Environmental Education & Outreach
lands protection
Conservation authorities are the second largest landowner group
government with landholdings totalling 146,000 sq km. These natu
ecological features and systems that contribute to the overall h
In 2011, CAs:
planted over three million trees with 2,000 landowners;
implemented over 600 water quality improvement projects;
implemented $5.4 million in habitat restoration projects around
habitats, stream and fish habitat;
operate 422 sites in the Provincial Groundwater Monitoring Netwo
the Provincial Surface Water Quality Monitoring Program;
monitored benthic invertebrates at 1,117 sites (tiny organisms t
bottom sediments of rivers, streams and lakes and serve as an in
aquatic environment);
offered 2,500 kms hiking trails and 8, 400 campsites in their ma
delivered environmental education programs to 485,000 Ontario st
schools;
Over 6.8 million Ontarians visited a conservation area in 2011.
Status Quo Is Not An Option
Opportunities exist and it is a time to be bold, to think strate
possibilities that could be implemented through new or renewed p
resources and expertise for a healthier economic, environmental
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
Staff will coordinate with adjacent CAs to provide copies of the
municipalities and attend meetings to discuss the content of the Whitepaper wit
councillors and senior staff. Copies have already been forwarded to Peel, Caledon, Brampton
and Mississauga by the Credit Valley Conservation Authority and there has been s
distribution in Durham.
Staff will forward copies of the Whitepaper to MPPs and offer t
coordinated with adjacent CAs where there are shared ridings.
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Report prepared by: Adele Freeman, extension 5238
Emails: afreeman@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Adele Freeman, extension 5238
Emails: afreeman@trca.on.ca
Date: November 14, 2012
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.#A223/12 -TERMS OF REFERENCE WATERSHED COMMITTEES, 2013-2015
RES
Don Watershed Regeneration Council, Humber Watershed Alliance an
Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition.. Approval of the Terms of
Reference for the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, Humber
Watershed Alliance and Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition for
2013-2015.
Moved by:Linda Pabst
Seconded by:Michael Di Biase
WHEREAS the last term of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council,
Alliance and Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition subcommittees
end in December, 2012;
AND WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) rec
important role these watershed subcommittees have played in buil
securing resources, influencing priorities and establishing link
local environmental groups, businesses, municipalities, agency s
officials which together helps TRCA meet The Living City objecti
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT the Terms of Reference for the
Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition 2013-2015, dated November
in Attachment 1, be approved;
THAT the Terms of Reference for the Don Watershed Regeneration C
dated November, 2012, as outlined in Attachment 2, be approved;
THAT the Terms of Reference for the Humber Watershed Alliance 20
November, 2012, as outlined in Attachment 3, be approved;
THAT one member of the Authority be appointed to each of the wat
to assist the Watershed Specialists, and/or the Director, Waters
required, with the selection of members and provide other direct
required;
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THAT the regional and local municipalities in the Don, Humber, a
Mimico watersheds be requested to appoint one council member or
from the regional and local municipalities in accordance with th
assist the watershed subcommittees or technical working groups i
tasks;
AND FURTHER THAT a report be submitted to the Authority identify
membership for each of the watershed subcommittees for approval.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
In December, 2012, the members of the Don Watershed Regeneration
Watershed Alliance and the Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition
appointment.
These watershed subcommittees began as task forces, and their or
when the Don Watershed Task Force was formed to develop a waters
River which resulted in Forty Steps to a New Don. This was followed by the establishment of the
A Strategy for a Healthy Humber and A
Humber Watershed Task Force which produced Legacy:
Call to Action. The Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Task Force developed Greening our
Watersheds in 2002. The three above-noted watershed management plans recei
outstanding planning awards. Watershed plan updates have been c
the Humber and Don watersheds titled, Pathways to a Healthy Humber and Beyond 40 Steps,
respectively. In addition, a technical update report for the Et
watersheds was completed in 2010.
Following the completion of each of the watershed management pla
subcommittees were established. These subcommittees include wat
representatives from businesses, academia, agencies and local gr
municipal staff have also been part of the watershed subcommitte
Watershed Specialist and other TRCA staff, all of whom work dili
identified in the watershed plans, report cards and other relate
The Terms of Reference for these watershed subcommittees have pr
mechanism to convey to the watershed subcommittee members and po
purpose of the subcommittees and the expectations of TRCA. At the end of each term, the
Terms of Reference are reviewed by staff, following consultation
subcommittees and others, to refine the Terms of Reference for t
The following changes have been incorporated in the attached Ter
the Don, Humber and Etobicoke-Mimico watershed subcommittees for
1.
The Terms of Reference are valid for three years (2013-2015). At the end of the second
year, membership may be renewed for one year, as approved by the
2.Alignment with TRCA's vision for The Living City and strategic plan, including the
importance of climate change mitigation and adaption as importan
management, and the promotion of sustainable communities and a c
(e.g. energy and water conservation, near urban agriculture).
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3.The transition from individual watershed report cards to the dev
Report Card, which will address jurisdiction wide issues as well
indicators and targets.
4.Potential to provide a number of forums/opportunities for the me
collaboratively with members of other watershed subcommittees, a
regarding TRCA jurisdiction-wide issues.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
send letters to municipalities, agencies and community groups as
member;
place public advertisements in appropriate community newspapers,
websites using social media and encouraging residents, business
representatives to apply for the respective watershed subcommitt
staff will contact the offices of elected officials to identify
in applying as resident or business members;
staff to contact all previous members of the watershed subcommit
timelines for applications;
hold webinars to recruit members, as required; and
plan to have the first meeting of the new watershed subcommittee
Report prepared by: Lia Lappano, extension 5292
Emails: llappano@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Gary Wilkins, extension 5211
Emails: gwilkins@trca.on.ca
Date: November 20, 2012
Attachments: 3
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Attachment 1
ETOBICOKE-MIMICO WATERSHEDS COALITION
TERMS OF REFERENCE
1.0INTRODUCTION AND AUTHORITY DIRECTION
The EtobicokeÏMimico Watersheds Coalition (Coalition) is a forma
community-based committee of the Toronto and Region Conservation
(TRCA) which reports to the Authority on regular basis. It was f
2002 in response to a recommendation in the approved watersheds
strategy titled Greening our Watersheds: Revitalization Strategies for Etobicoke
Mimico Creeks dated May 2002. Since then, the Coalition has completed two ver
successful terms during which members have provided exceptional
service to TRCA.
Our vision is that in the year 2025, the Etobicoke and Mimico Cr
be places where people live in harmony with the environment, whe
clean, where green open spaces are vital and connected, and wher
thrive.
In order to realize our vision we must respect, protect and rege
human heritage of the watersheds.
1.1Authority Direction
At Authority Meeting #5/02, held on May 24, 2002, Resolution #A124/02 was
approved for the first term as follows:
THAT the Terms of Reference for the Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds ,
dated May, 2002, as appended, be approved;È
It is recommended that the Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition
again starting in the spring of 2013 based on the following term
2.0GOALS
The goals of the Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition are to pr
regenerate the Etobicoke Creek and Mimico Creek watersheds and,
specifically, to assist the Toronto and Region Conservation Auth
Living City Foundation, TRCA partner agencies and watershed muni
achieve The Living City vision of Healthy Rivers and Shorelines,
Biodiversity, Sustainable Communities and Business Excellence wi
Etobicoke and Mimico Creek watersheds;
address priorities to meet targets identified in the documents t Turning Over
a New Leaf: The Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks Watersheds Report Card 2006
and Greening Our Watersheds: Revitalization Strategies for Etobicoke
Mimico Creeks; and Etobicoke-Mimico Technical Update;
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implement the recommendations of the Toronto and Region Remedial
Plan contained in Clean Waters, Clear Choices: Recommendations for Action
(1994) and strategic directions contained in subsequent reports as they
to the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek watersheds;
implement strategic plans such as the Wet Weather Flow Management Master
Plan (Toronto) and the City of Toronto and Region of Peel sustainabil
initiatives;
implement source water protection initiatives;
meet the challenges of climate change through mitigation and ada
initiatives; and
secure political support at all levels of government and foster
partnerships to advance TRCAÔs vision for The Living City.
3.0ETOBICOKE-MIMICO WATERSHEDS COALITION MEMBERSHIP AND
APPOINTMENT PROCESS
The Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition shall consist of appro
members including:
3.1 TRCA Representative
The Chair of the Authority or other designated Authority member
3.2 Federal and Provincial Political Representatives
Federal and Provincial members of Parliament whose area of juris
watersheds will be invited to participate as Ex-officio members.
3.3 Regional and Local Political Representatives
The regional and local municipalities will be requested by TRCA
Council member from each of the Ñ905" regional and local municip
Etobicoke and Mimico creeks watershed. These representatives wi
members. A municipality may appoint a current Authority member. The appoi
members should represent an electoral ward within the watershed.
Regional Municipality of Peel;
City of Mississauga;
City of Brampton; and
Town of Caledon.
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Annually, a separate meeting/forum may be held to share informati
planning initiatives, regeneration activities or other projects
TRCA, municipalities or others to ensure on-going liaison with a
departments and partners.
Municipal staff representatives will be invited to attend meetin
required.
Within the City of Toronto, the Etobicoke Community Council will
appoint a member of Council to the Coalition. The city may appoi
Authority member. This representative will be an Ex-officio memb
3.4 Other Public Agency Representatives
The following federal and provincial agencies which have a speci
Etobicoke Creek and Mimico Creek watersheds will be requested by
appoint a representative. Four or more ex-officio representative
under this category:
Environment Canada;
Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources;
Ontario Ministry of Environment;
Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs.
Other as appropriate
3.5Community Group Representatives
The following community groups/ENGOs will be requested by TRCA t
representative to the Etobicoke Creek and Mimico Creek watershed
representatives will be appointed under this category.
Citizens Concerned About the Future of the Etobicoke Creek Water
Peel Federation of Agricultural or GTA Agriculture Advisory Comm
Credit River Anglers Association (mandate includes Etobicoke Cre
Ecosource Mississauga;
Toronto Field Naturalists;
Peel Environmental Youth Alliance (PEYA);
Toronto Food Policy Council;
West Humber Naturalist (mandate includes Etobicoke-Mimico);
Friends of Heart Lake;
Brampton Scouts; and
Peel Aboriginal Network.
Others may be added throughout the term should their knowledge, skills and
experience be advantageous to the work of the Etobicoke-Mimico W
Coalition.
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3.6Watershed Residents, Business Members and Academic Institutio
Representatives
Applications from businesses, academic institutions and watershed
solicited through announcements in the newsletters, local newspa
A committee of three persons, comprised of
media, press releases and a webinar.
one member of the Authority, a TRCA senior staff member and the
Mimico Watershed Specialist, will recommend appointments to the
Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition. This selection will take
the following:
demonstrated interest in the watershed/community;
willingness of the applicant to meet the potential time and work
commitments;
geographical representation of the watershed and or Lake Ontario
drainage area; and
professional expertise and/or knowledge of the watershed in any
which would assist in the implementation of assigned tasks.
3.6.1Business Organization Representatives
Three members representing businesses and/or business organizati
interested in corporate environmental stewardship and the econom
of the region. The following businesses will be invited to parti
Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA)
Golf Club Representative/s
Other local business interested in watershed projects
3.6.1.1Relationship with Partners in Project Green: A Pearson
Eco-Business Zone
Building on several years of work with the GTAA, in 2007 the Coa
helped TRCA establish Partners in Project Green: A Pearson
Eco-Business Zone to transform the lands surrounding Toronto Pea
into an internationally recognized community of eco-friendly bus
within the Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds.
At Authority Meeting #6/08, held on July 25, 2008, Resolution #A184/08
was approved, establishing The Partners in Project Green Steerin
Committee which reports directly to the Authority.
Chair of the Coalition will represent the Coalition on the Partn
Project Green Steering Committee. GTAA staff liaison will repres
GTAA as well as Partners in Project Green on the Coalition.
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3.6.2 Academic Institution Representatives
Two representatives from the university, college and public/cath
school systems interested in watershed management, restoration,
and integrating sustainability issues into watershed application
curriculum.
3.6.3 Watershed Resident Representatives
Fifteen watershed residents including those interested in, or ha
experience in, the following fields:
writing/communications;
business;
fundraising;
natural environment;
planning and engineering;
environmental policy;
academics/education;
social marketing;
agriculture; and
culture and heritage and recreation.
4.0 GUESTS
Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition meetings are open to the p
encourage others interested in actively giving their time and ta
regeneration and celebration of the watershed to become involved
will be acknowledged as 'guests' by the Coalition and will not h
nor be eligible for travel expenses to and from meetings. Guests
be residents of the watershed.
Community members participating on Coalition Project Teams will
participate as guests.
5.0 TERM OF APPOINTMENT
Members will be appointed for a two year term with possible exte
year.
The Past Chair will automatically be a member of the Coalition,
Membership will be reviewed on an annual basis. Members, excludi
members, who are unable to fulfill their commitments, will be re
three consecutive meetings (without notice). Replacements will b
Authority based on nominees recommended by Authority members, oth
members and TRCA staff.
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Notice of resignations and recommendations for new members will
the Authority on an as-required basis for approval.
6.0 ATTENDANCE AT MEETINGS
Members are required to attend regular evening meetings of the E
Watersheds Coalition approximately three times annually includin
networking session.
The first meeting will be held to discuss and endorse workplan p
actions. The last meeting will be held in November to report on
direction for the coming year,
It is anticipated that evening/day time meetings or conference c
Teams and Ad-hoc Working Committees will be held approximately f
annually. Additional meetings may be required to deal with specific issues
to time. All meetings scheduled depending on the preference and availabilif
members and staff.
Members will contribute to the work of the Coalition, prepare ef
participate in, at least one Project Team or Ad-hoc Working Comm
7.0SELECTION OF CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR
The Chair and Vice Chair will be elected by the Watersheds Coali
membership. The Authority may appoint an interim Chair until su
election can take place. The Chair and Vice Chair will also be
all working committees.
8.0REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
The Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition is considered a subcom
TRCA. The Coalition Chair will report as needed to the Authority
progress through meeting minutes of the coalition or brief prese
The Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition is not a formal commen
regarding review and approval of planning applications or permit
the Coalition of major projects within the watershed and may ask
comments.
The Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition may, on its own, provi
other information for the consideration of staff and the Authori
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9.0RESOURCES AVAILABLE TO THE ETOBICOKE-MIMICO WATERSHEDS
COALITION
9.1TRCA Support
TRCA will provide staff support for the Etobicoke-Mimico Watersh
including technical project support and community outreach.
Subject to available funding, the staff secretariat will include
Watershed Specialist;
Project Manager;
Public Programs Coordinator;
Administrative Clerk (part-time).
The Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition, and its project teams
will otherwise strive to be self-sufficient in achieving their g
9.2 Other Resources
Funding may be available for projects and activities of working
on approved work plans and available TRCA funding. Project team
members are encouraged to secure other resources and partnership
projects and activities, whenever possible. In-kind or other su
activities will be welcome from businesses, industries, other go
private foundations, educational institutions and others in acco
All in-kind or other support will be coordinated with, or through
policies.
City Foundation.
10.0STRUCTURE OF THE COALITION
10.1 ChairÔs Committee
This subcommittee will undertake key advisory and coordinating r
pertaining to the agenda, workplan and activities of the Coaliti
may also assist with advocacy actions, exchange information amon
and watershed-wide committees, coordinate Coalition activities,
issues, prepare/review correspondence, coordinate outreach to po
representatives, represent the Coalition at municipal councils,
partnerships and seek out funding resources to meet the objectiv
Coalition.
The ChairÔs Committee will meet two weeks prior to the Coalition
other occasions as needed. This committee will be made up of the
Chair of the Coalition, representation from Project Teams and Ad
Committees appropriate TRCA staff.
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10.2 Ad-hoc Working Committees and Project Teams
The Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition will undertake its wor
active involvement of its members on at least one ad-hoc working
project team. Ad-hoc working committees may be formed to work on such topics as
communications, outreach, report cards or watershed planning. Pr
be formed to work on specific projects such as local stewardship
events. These committees and teams will be established on an Óas
and will be dissolved when their work is substantially complete.
The number of ad-hoc committees will generally be limited to two
one time. This will ensure the necessary focus and effort requi
limit, to a reasonable level, the demands on the watersheds coal
staff of TRCA and other agencies.
A Chair for each ad-hoc committee and project team will report to
regular basis.
10.3Jurisdiction-Wide Watershed Committee(s)
Members of the Coalition will be encouraged to work with members
TRCA watershed committees to collaborate on issues of common int
example to discuss topics/projects with watershed-wide implicati
issues, and prepare joint communications.
11.0COMPENSATION OF WATERSHEDS COALITION MEMBERS
At regular Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition meetings, as wel
sub-committee and watershed-wide committee meetings, Coalition m
eligible for travel expenses according to TRCA policy where thes
by their agency or other source. The TRCA policy on volunteers
More information is available at http://trca.on.ca/get-involved/
12.0RULES OF CONDUCT
The Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition will adhere to TRCAÔs
as adopted by Resolution A2/08 at Authority Meeting #1/08, held
All other TRCA policies are applicable including
2008, and as amended periodically.
Code of Conduct, Conflict of Interest and Volunteer Policy.
13.0 QUORUM
A quorum will consist of one-third of the members of the Etobicok
Watersheds Coalition.
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14.0 PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition shall:
Adhere to the basic principles of sound ecosystem management that
the interrelationship between cultural heritage, physical charac
biological conditions and economic needs, and the integration of
restoration and economic activities necessary for the health of
Assist with the implementation of habitat regeneration, stormwate
stewardship, recreational and heritage activities that will lead
the vision of The Living City and priority actions identified in Greening our
Watersheds: Revitalization Strategy for Etobicoke and Mimico Cre, and
Turning Over a New Leaf: The Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks Watersh
Card 2006.
Act as the Etobicoke Creek and Mimico Creek watersheds champion i
projects that cross municipal boundaries and support major proje
by others which will respect, protect and regenerate the Etobico
Mimico Creek watersheds.
Provide a forum for watershed communication by maintaining and e
contacts within the community regarding watershed management iss
Build capacity within the general community and influence people
through innovative social marketing approaches.
Work with TRCA, The Living City Foundation and others to seek ne
and sources of funding for identified priority projects.
Assist with projects that further the TRCA Sustainable Communitie
such as Partners in Project Green within the Industrial Commerci
(ICI) sector of the Etobicoke and Mimico watersheds.
Work with the City of Toronto and TRCAÔs waterfront team to assi
identified for the Etobicoke and Mimico waterfront.
Work collaboratively with TRCA staff and other watershed/waterfr
committees to develop and implement actions from The Watershed R
Work with TRCA staff and other watershed/waterfront advisory com
address issues of common concern such as providing input to the
Remedial Action Plan, and other regional policy or planning issu
Assist TRCA in identifying potential public greenspace and work w
develop conservation easements, donations and bequests in accord
TRCAÔs Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2011 - 2015.
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Attachment 2
DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL
TERMS OF REFERENCE
1.0INTRODUCTION AND AUTHORITY DIRECTION
The Don Watershed Regeneration Council (Council) is a formal com
committee of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA
the Authority on a regular basis. It was first established in 1
recommendation of Forty Steps to a New Don (1994) to form a Don
Regeneration Council to integrate implementation efforts of the
then, the Council has completed six successful terms during whic
have provided exceptional support and service to TRCA.
As outlined in the Don River Watershed Plan: Beyond Forty Steps (
the future Don as a revitalized urban river, flowing with life-s
regenerated natural habitats and sustainable human communities,
tributaries to the mouth of the Don River and into the receiving
We envision the watershed as an integral contributor to The Livi
settlement can flourish forever as part of natureÔs beauty and d
The pathway to a regenerated Don River builds on the following 3
themes:
We must build, re-build and retrofit our communities to restore
improve the sustainability of the urban model.
We must regenerate the aquatic and terrestrial landscapes.
We must engage the attention, enthusiasm and support of the peop
1.1 Authority Direction
At Authority Meeting #9/04, held on October 28, 1994, Resolution A224/94 was
approved for the first term of the Council in part, as follows:
THAT the Goals, Membership, Organization and Terms of Reference for the
Don Watershed Regeneration Council, as set out in the report, dated October
,be approved;...
1994
Similar resolutions were approved by TRCA for six subsequent ter
Council.
It is recommended that the Don Watershed Regeneration Council be
again starting in the spring of 2013 based on the following term
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2.0 GOALS
The goals of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council are to prote
celebrate the Don watershed and more specifically to assist Toro
Conservation Authority (TRCA), The Living City Foundation, TRCA
and watershed municipalities, community groups and the public to
achieve The Living City vision of Healthy Rivers and Shorelines,
Sustainable Communities and Business Excellence within the Don w
implement priority recommendations of the Don River Watershed Pl
identified in the Implementation Guide;
implement the recommendations of the Toronto and Region Remedial
contained in Clean Waters, Clear Choices: Recommendations for Action (1994) and
strategic directions contained in subsequent reports as they per
watershed;
implement strategic plans such as the Wet Weather Flow Management Master Plan
(Toronto) and the Region of YorkÔs sustainability initiatives;
implement source water protection initiatives;
meet the challenges of climate change through mitigation and ada
initiatives;
secure political support at all levels of government and foster
partnerships to advance TRCAÔs vision for The Living City.
3.0 DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL MEMBERSHIP AND APPOINTMEN
PROCESS
The Don Watershed Regeneration Council shall consist of approxim
including:
3.1 TRCA Representative
The Chair of the Authority or other designated Authority member
3.2 Federal, Provincial,Regional and Local Political Representatives
Federal and Provincial members of Parliament whose area of juris
the Don Watershed will be invited to participate as Ex-officio m
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The regional and local municipalities will be requested by TRCA
member from each of the Ñ905" regional and local municipalities
watershed. These representatives will be Ex-officio members. A municipality may
appoint a current Authority member. The appointed members should
electoral ward within the Don River watershed.
Regional Municipality of York
City of Vaughan
Town of Richmond Hill
The City of Markham
Annually, a separate meeting/forum may be held to share informati
planning initiatives, regeneration activities or other projects
municipalities or others to ensure on-going liaison with appropr
partners.
Municipal staff will be invited to attend meetings of the Counci
agenda items.
3.3 City of Toronto Community Council Representatives
Within the City of Toronto, the individual community councils wi
TRCA to appoint members of Council. The city may appoint a curre
member. These representatives will be Ex-officio members. One Co
requested from each of the City of TorontoÔs community councils
watershed within its boundaries.
Toronto North Community Council;
Toronto South Community Council;
Toronto East Community Council.
3.4 Other Public Agency Representatives
The following federal and provincial agencies which have a speci
watershed will be requested by TRCA to appoint a representative
Environment Canada;
Ontario Ministry of Environment;
Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources.
3.5 Community Group Representatives
The following community groups which have an interest in the Don
requested by TRCA to appoint a representative to the Don Watersh
Council.
Friends of the Don East;
Richmond Hill Naturalists;
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Toronto Field Naturalists
York Region Environmental Alliance
Don Mills Residents Inc.
Pomona Mills Park Conservationists
East Toronto Climate Action Group
FoodShare Toronto
Garden Club of Toronto
Todmorden Mills Wildflower Preserve
Toronto Environmental Alliance
Toronto Hiking
Toronto Outdoors Club
Evergreen
LEAF
Cycle Toronto
Toronto Off-Road Biking Association
Parkview Hills Community Association
Toronto Green Community
Taylor Massey Project
First Nations representative
The Society for the Preservation of Historic Thornhill
Others may be added throughout the term should their knowledge, skills and
experience be advantageous to the work of the Council.
3.6 Watershed Residents, Business Members and Academic Institution
Representatives
Applications from watershed residents, businesses and academic in
solicited through announcements in newsletters, local newspapers
A committee of
media, webinars, volunteer networks, and through press releases.
three persons, comprised of one member of the Authority, a TRCA
and the Don Watershed Specialist will recommend appointments to
Watershed Regeneration Council. This selection will take into co
following:
demonstrated interest in the watershed/community;
willingness of the applicant to meet the potential time and work
geographical representation within the watershed and or Lake Ont
area; and
technical/professional knowledge, skills and experience in disci
assist in the implementation of assigned tasks and responsibilit
3.6.1 Business Organization Representatives
Three members representing businesses and/or business organizati
interested in corporate environmental stewardship and the econom
the Region may be appointed.
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3.6.2 Academic Institution representatives.
Two representatives from the university, college and
public/catholic/private school systems interested in watershed
management, restoration, research and integrating sustainability
into watershed applications and curriculum may be appointed.
3.6.3 Watershed Resident Representatives
Fifteen watershed residents with demonstrated experience, knowle
and skills in one of the following fields may be appointed:
writing/communications;
business;
fund-raising;
natural environment;
planning and engineering;
environmental policy;
academics/education;
social marketing;
culture, heritage and recreation;
youth engagement;
sustainable technologies;
urban agriculture.
4.0 GUESTS
Don Watershed Regeneration Council meetings are open to the publ
others interested in actively giving their time and talents to t
and celebration of the watershed to become involved. These perso
members but will be acknowledged as 'guests' by the watershed co
have voting privileges nor be eligible for travel expenses to an
are not required to be residents of the watershed.
5.0 TERM OF APPOINTMENT
Members will be appointed for a two year term with a possible ex
year.
Membership will be reviewed on an annual basis. Members, excludi
members, who are unable to fulfill their commitments, will be re
three consecutive meetings (without notice). Replacements will
Authority based on nominees recommended by Authority members, oth
members and TRCA staff.
Notice of resignations and recommendations for new members will
Authority on an as required basis for approval.
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6.0 ATTENDANCE AT MEETINGS
Members will be required to attend regular evening meetings of t
Watershed Regeneration Council to be held a minimum of 8 times a
Meetings may be held during regular work hours depending on the
and availability of members and staff.
Working committee meetings are held on an as-required basis, at
times annually. Additional meetings may be required to deal with specific issues
from time to time.
Members will contribute to the work of the watershed council and
least one working committee. Therefore, each council member will
attend a minimum of 14 meetings annually.
7.0 SELECTION OF CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR
The Chair and Vice Chair will be elected by the Don Watershed Re
from amongst its members. The Authority may appoint an interim C
that an election can take place. The Chair and Vice Chair will a
members of all working committees.
8.0 REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
The Don Watershed Regeneration Council is considered a subcommit
The watershed council Chair will report on a regular basis to th
and progress through meeting minutes of the council, or brief pr
The Don Watershed Regeneration Council is not a formal commentin
review and approval of planning applications or permits. Staff w
council of major projects within the watershed and may ask them
The Don Watershed Regeneration Council may, on its own, provide
information for the consideration of staff and the Authority.
9.0 RESOURCES AVAILABLE TO THE DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNC
9.1 TRCA Support
TRCA will provide staff support for the watershed council, inclu
support and community outreach, based on available funding.
Subject to available funding, the staff secretariat will include
Don Watershed Specialist / Senior TRCA staff member;
Project Manager;
Administrative Assistant (part time).
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The Don Watershed Regeneration Council, and its working committe
otherwise strive to be self-sufficient in achieving their goals.
attendance at ad-hoc working committee meetings will be consider
case-by-case basis.
9.2 Other Resources
Funding may be available for projects and activities of working
approved work plans and available TRCA funding. Members are enco
other resources and partnerships for watershed council projects
whenever possible in consultation with TRCA staff and the Living
In-kind or other support for projects and activities will be wel
industries, other government agencies, private foundations, educ
and others in accordance with TRCA policies. In-kind or other su
coordinated with the assistance of The Living City Foundation, w
10.0 STRUCTURE OF THE DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL
10.1 ChairÔs Committee
This subcommittee will undertake key advisory and coordinating r
pertaining to the agenda, workplan and activities of the Council
also assist with advocacy actions, exchange information among pr
watershed-wide committees, coordinate Council activities, discus
prepare/review correspondence, coordinate outreach to political
represent the Council at municipal councils, solicit strategic p
funding resources to meet the objectives of the Council.
The group will meet prior to the watershed councilÔs meeting and
as needed. This committee will be made up of the Chair, Vice Cha
committee chairs, and other key members, as well as the appropri
staff. The membership of the ChairÔs Committee will be ratified
council.
-hoc Working Committees and Project Teams
10.2 Ad
The Don Watershed Regeneration Council will undertake its work t
involvement of its members on at least one ad-hoc working commit
Ad-hoc working committees and project teams will be established o
as required basis and will be dissolved when their work is subst
committees or teams will be struck to deal with specific issues
Don Watershed Regeneration Council and TRCA staff.
The number of working committees or project teams will generally
or 3 at any one time to ensure that the necessary focus and effo
available from the council members, and staff of TRCA and other
attendance at working committee and project team meetings will b
on a case-by-case basis.
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A chair person for each ad-hoc working committee and project team
from the Don Watershed Regeneration Council membership. The Chai
the watershed council on a regular basis.
10.3 Jurisdiction-wide Watershed Committee(s)
Members of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council will be encour
other watershed advisory committee members to collaborate on iss
interest.
11.0 COMPENSATION OF WATERSHED COUNCIL MEMBERS
At regular Don Watershed Regeneration Council meetings, as well a
committee meetings, council members will be eligible for travel
TRCA policy where these are not covered by their agency or other
The TRCA policy on volunteers is also applicable and can be acce
http://trca.on.ca/get-involved/volunteer/volunteers-and-interns.
12.0 RULES OF CONDUCT
The Don Watershed Regeneration Council will adhere to TRCAÔs Rul
adopted by Resolution A2/08 at Authority Meeting #1/08, held on
and as amended periodically. All other TRCA policies are applicable including Code of
Conduct, Conflict of Interest and Volunteer Policy.
13.0 QUORUM
A quorum will consist of one-third of the members of the Don Wate
Council.
14.0 PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Don Watershed Regeneration Council shall:
Adhere to the basic principles of sound ecosystem management that
the interrelationship between cultural heritage, physical charac
biological conditions and economic needs, and the integration of
restoration and economic activities necessary for the health of
Assist with implementation of the Don River Watershed Plan, with
addressing habitat regeneration, stewardship and outreach educat
monitoring projects, as outlined in the Don River Watershed Plan
Guide (2009).
Act as the Don Watershed advocate in large projects that cross mu
boundaries and support major projects advocated for by others wh
protect, regenerate and celebrate the Don watershed.
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Provide advice and comments to staff on issues affecting the Don
watershed.
Provide a forum for watershed communication by maintaining and e
contacts within the community regarding watershed management iss
Support local community groups and build capacity to deliver wat
management products and services.
Work with TRCA, The Living City Foundation and others to seek ne
and sources of funding for identified priority projects.
Participate in efforts of Waterfront Toronto with respect to the
flood protection at the mouth of the Don and related activities.
Work collaboratively with TRCA staff, and other watershed/waterf
committees to develop and implement actions from the Watershed R
Cards.
Work collaboratively with TRCA staff, and other watershed/waterf
committees to address issues of common concern such as providing
the Toronto Area Remedial Action Plan, source protection plannin
regional policy or planning issues.
Assist TRCA in identifying potential public greenspace and work w
develop conservation easements, donations and bequests in accord
TRCAÔs Greenlands Acquisition Project 2011-2015 and subsequent a
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Attachment 3
HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE
TERMS OF REFERENCE
1.0INTRODUCTION AND AUTHORITY DIRECTION
The Humber Watershed Alliance is a formal community based volunt
to the Authority on a regular basis. It was first established in
A Strategy for a
recommendation in the approved watershed management plan titled ÑLegacy:
Healthy HumberÒ, dated November 20, 1996. Since then residents, community groups,
academic institutions, business associations, agencies and elect
members of the Alliance and have provided exceptional service to
Conservation (TRCA).
THE HUMBER CHALLENGE
Our challenge is to protect and enhance the Humber River watersh
and healthy ecosystem where we live, work and play in harmony wi
environment.
PRINCIPLES
Increase awareness of the watershedÔs resources;
Protect the Humber River watershed as a continuing source of cle
Celebrate, regenerate and preserve our natural, historical and c
Increase community stewardship and take individual responsibilit
the Humber River;
Establish linkages and promote partnerships among communities;
Build a strong watershed economy based on ecological health;
Promote the watershed as a destination of choice for recreation
1.1Authority Direction
Direction to establish the Humber Watershed Alliance came on Dec
1996, at Meeting #11/96, when TRCA approved Resolution #A261/96 that states
in part:
ÑTHAT the Humber Watershed Task Force reports entitled ÑLegacy: A Strategy for
a Healthy HumberÒ, dated November 20, 1996 and ÑA Call to Action:
Implementing the Humber Watershed StrategyÒ, dated October 30, 1996, be
received and endorsed;
THAT the staff be directed to provide a terms of reference and m
a Humber Watershed Alliance for the AuthorityÔs consideration in
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Since January 1997, the Humber Watershed Alliance has completed
Their general mandate is to respond to the Humber Challenge and
guiding principles set out in Legacy: A Strategy for a Healthy Humber. The same
guiding framework is in the updated watershed management plan t
Pathways to a Healthy Humber.
It is recommended that the Humber Watershed Alliance be establis
winter of 2013 based on the following terms of reference.
2.0GOALS
The goals of the Humber Watershed Alliance are generally to help
celebrate the Humber River watershed and, more specifically, to
Conservation (TRCA), The Living City Foundation, government agen
municipalities, community groups and the public to:
achieve The Living City Vision of Healthy Rivers and Shorelines,
Sustainable Communities and Business Excellence within the Humbe
implement priority recommendations in "Legacy: A Strategy for a Healthy HumberÒ (1997);
and the Humber River Watershed Plan: Pathways to a Healthy Humber);
implement recommended actions to meet the targets identified in
report cards; Ñ A Report Card on the Health of the Humber River Watershed (2000)Ò, Ñ2003
Humber Watershed Progress ReportÒ, and ÑListen to Your River: A Report Card on the Health
of the Humber River Watershed - 2007";
implement the recommendations of the Toronto and Region Remedial
contained in "Clean Waters, Clear Choices: Recommendations for Action - 1994Ò and
strategic directions contained in subsequent RAP reports as they
River watershed;
implement strategic plans such as the Wet Weather Flow Management Master Plan
(Toronto) and the Regions of Peel and York sustainability initia
implement source water protection initiatives;
meet the challenges of climate change through mitigation and ada
maintain and improve the natural and human heritage and recreati
distinguish the Humber as a Canadian Heritage River;
seek political support at all levels of government and foster co
advance the above objectives.
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3.0HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEMBERSHIP AND APPOINTMENT PROCESS
The Humber Watershed Alliance shall consist of approximately 40
including:
3.1 TRCA Representatives
The Chair of the Authority or other designated Authority member
3.2 Federal and Provincial Political Representatives
Federal and Provincial Members of Parliament whose area of juris
the Humber watershed will be invited to participate as ex-offici
3.3 Regional and Local Political Representatives
The regional and local municipalities will be requested by TRCA
council member or staff representative from the Ñ905" regional
municipalities in the Humber River watershed. These members will
members. A municipality may appoint a current Authority member. If a counc
member is appointed and not staff, the Councillors should repres
ward within the Humber River watershed.
Annually, a separate meeting/forum may be held to share informati
planning initiatives, regeneration activities or other projects
TRCA, municipalities or others to ensure on-going liaison with
departments and partners.
Humber River watershed municipalities:
Regional Municipality of York;
Regional Municipality of Peel;
Town of Richmond Hill;
City of Vaughan;
Township of King;
Town of Aurora;
City of Mississauga;
City of Brampton;
Town of Caledon;
Town of Mono;
Township of Adjala-Tosorontio
Within the City of Toronto, the individual community councils wi
TRCA to appoint one council member or staff representative. Indi
skills, knowledge and experience related to planning, water mana
transportation, health, recreation, heritage or operations would
One representative is required from each of the City of TorontoÔ
council jurisdictions which have the Humber River watershed with
boundaries.
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Toronto North Community Council;
Toronto South Community Council;
Toronto West Community Council.
3.4 Other Public Agency Representatives
The following federal and provincial agencies which have a speci
mandate in issues such as source water protection, Toronto and R
Remedial Action Plan, Great Lakes Water Quality, Climate Change,
Plan and Places to Grow will be requested by TRCA to appoint a s
Environment Canada;
Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources;
Ontario Ministry of Environment;
Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport;
Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs.
3.5 Community Group Representatives
The following community groups may be requested by TRCA to appoi
representative to the Humber Watershed Alliance.
Black Creek Conservation Project;
Community Action Sites/Stewardship Groups (i.e. Bolton, Clairevi
Oak Ridges Corridor Park;
Toronto Food Policy Council;
Farm Start;
Albion Hills Community Farm;
Humber Valley Heritage Trail Association;
Architectural Conservancy of Ontario;
Humber Heritage Committee;
La Societe dÔhistoire de Toronto;
Richmond Hill Naturalists;
Others may be added throughout the term should their knowledge, skills and experience
be advantageous to the work of the Humber Watershed Alliance.
, Business Members and Academic Institution
3.6 Watershed Residents
Representatives
Applications from businesses, academic institutions and watershed
be solicited through direct recruitment, announcements in newsletters, local
newspapers, web sites, volunteer networks, through press release
media (Webinar).
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A committee of three persons consisting of one member of the Authy, a TRCA
senior staff member and the Humber Watershed Specialist will rec
appointments to the Humber Watershed Alliance. This selection w
consideration the following:
demonstrated interest in the watershed/community;
willingness of the applicant to meet the potential time and work
commitments;
geographical representation of the watershed;
resident members should live within the Humber watershed or an a
Lake Ontario drainage area;
technical/professional knowledge, skills and experience in disci
would assist in the planning and implementation of assigned task
3.6.1Business Organization Representatives
Three members representing businesses and/or business organizati
interested in corporate environmental stewardship and sustainabl
community objectives.
3.6.2Academic Institution Representatives
Three representatives from the university, college and
public/catholic/private school systems interested in watershed
management, restoration, research, and in integrating sustainabi
issues into watershed applications and/or curriculum.
Humber College;
York University;
Seneca College;
Public and catholic school boards;
Private school.
3.6.3 Watershed Resident Representatives
Twenty (20) Humber River watershed residents who have demonstrat
experience, knowledge and skills in one of the following fields:
Sustainable technologies;
Natural heritage;
Human heritage;
Transportation;
Urban agriculture;
Environmental education;
Fundraising;
Planning and policy;
Recreation;
Social marketing.
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4.0GUESTS
The Humber Watershed Alliance meetings are open to the public. P
interested in actively giving their time and expertise to the pr
and celebration of the watershed are welcome. These persons are
members but will be acknowledged as guests of the Humber Allianc
not have voting privileges nor be eligible for travel expenses t
meetings. Guests are not required to be residents of the watersh
5.0TERM OF APPOINTMENT
Members will be appointed for a two-year term with a possible ex
more year. The membership will be reviewed on an annual basis. M
excluding ex-officio members, unable to fulfill their commitment
after missing three consecutive meetings (without notice) by the
on the nominees recommended by TRCA staff.
Notice of resignations and recommendations for new members will
to the Authority on an Ñas requiredÒ basis for approval.
6.0ATTENDANCE AT MEETINGS
Members are required to attend regular evening meetings of the w
Watershed Alliance approximately four times annually.
It is anticipated that evening meetings for Humber Watershed All
subcommittees, community action sites and stewardship groups wil
approximately six times annually. Additional meetings may be required to deal
with specific issues from time to time. Meetings may be held dur
hours depending on the preference and availability of members an
Members will contribute to the work of the Humber Alliance, prep
for, and participate in, at least one subcommittee, community ac
stewardship group.
7.0SELECTION OF CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR
The Chair and Vice Chair of the Humber Watershed Alliance will b
amongst its members. The Authority may appoint an interim Chair
as an election can take place. The Chair and Vice Chair will al
members of all subcommittees, community action sites and steward
8.0REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
The Humber Watershed Alliance is considered a subcommittee of TR
Humber Watershed Alliance Chair will report to the Authority on
progress through their meeting minutes.
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The Humber Watershed Alliance is not a formal commenting body re
review and approval of planning applications or permits. Staff
Humber Watershed Alliance of major projects within the watershed
them for comments.
The Humber Watershed Alliance members may provide comments or ot
information for the consideration of staff and the Authority.
9.0RESOURCES AVAILABLE TO THE HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE
9.1TRCA Support
TRCA will provide staff support for the Humber Watershed Allianc
technical project support and community outreach, subject to ava
The staff secretariat will include:
Humber Watershed Specialist/Senior TRCA Staff Member;
Project Manager;
Watershed Resources Planner;
Administrative Assistant (part time).
The Humber Watershed Alliance, and its working committees, commu
sites and stewardship groups will otherwise strive to be self-su
their goals.
9.2Other Resources
Funding may be available for projects and activities of subcommi
action sites and stewardship groups based on approved work plans
funding. Members are encouraged to secure other resources and p
Humber Watershed Alliance projects and activities, whenever poss
support for projects and activities are welcome from businesses,
agencies, private foundations, educational institutions and othe
TRCA policies. In-kind or other support will be coordinated with
Living City Foundation, where appropriate.
10.0STRUCTURE OF THE HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE
10.1ChairÔs Committee
This subcommittee may be formed to undertake key administrative
responsibilities pertaining to the Humber AllianceÔs agenda and
group will meet prior to the Humber Alliance meetings and on oth
needed. This committee will be made up of the Chair, Vice Chair,
chairs, other key members as required, and the appropriate TRCA
The membership of the ChairÔs Committee will be ratified by the
Watershed Alliance.
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10.2Subcommittees, Community Action Sites and Stewardship Groups
The Humber Watershed Alliance will undertake its work through th
involvement of its members on at least one subcommittee, communi
or stewardship group.
These committees and groups will be established on an as require
will be dissolved when their work is substantially complete. Th
will be established to deal with specific actions or projects as
Humber Watershed Alliance and TRCA staff.
Subcommittees, community action sites and stewardship groups wil
limited to 3 - 4 at any one time. This will ensure the necessa
required, while serving to limit, to a reasonable level, the dem
Humber Watershed Alliance members, TRCA staff and other agencies
A Chair and Vice Chair will be appointed for each of the subcommi
community action sites and stewardship groups. The Chair and Vic
each subcommittee, community action site and stewardship group w
Humber Watershed Alliance member or alternate. The Chairs will
for implementing their work plans as approved by the Humber Alli
to the Alliance on a regular basis.
Community action sites and stewardship groups may be active even
Humber Alliance has completed its term.
All members of subcommittees, community action sites and stewards
are welcome to attend Humber Alliance meetings as guests regardl
approved members of the Alliance.
-wide Watershed Committee(s)
10.3Jurisdiction
Members of the Humber Watershed Alliance will be encouraged to w
other watershed advisory committee members to collaborate on iss
common interest.
11.0COMPENSATION OF WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEMBERS
At regular Humber Watershed Alliance meetings, as well as subcomm
meetings, Alliance members will be eligible for travel expenses according t
TRCA policy where these are not covered by their agency or other
TRCA policy on volunteers is also applicable and can be accessed
http://trca.on.ca/get-involved/volunteer/volunteers-and-interns.dot
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12.0RULES OF CONDUCT
The Humber Watershed Alliance will adhere to TRCAÔs Rules of Con
adopted by Resolution #A2/08 at Authority Meeting #1/08, held on February 29,
2008, and as amended periodically. All other TRCA policies are applicable
including Code of Conduct, Conflict of Interest and Volunteer Po
13.0QUORUM
A quorum for Humber Watershed Alliance meetings is one-third of t
A quorum for subcommittees, community action sites and stewardshi
one half of the members.
14.0PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Humber Watershed Alliance shall:
Adhere to the basic principles of sound ecosystem management that
the interrelationship between cultural heritage, physical charac
biological conditions and economic needs, and the integration of
restoration and economic activities necessary for the health of
Assist with habitat regeneration, natural resource management, st
recreational and heritage activities in consultation with waters
that will lead to the realization of The Living City vision. Th
limited to:
Initiatives that further TRCA's Sustainable Communities objectiv
urban agriculture;
Energy conservation, green building technologies and business-re
community partnerships;
Identification, protection, celebration and promotion of cultura
values in the Humber River watershed;
Natural heritage restoration such as the re-introduction of Atla
Climate change mitigation and adaptation initiatives.
Provide advice and comments to staff on issues affecting the Hum
watershed.
Provide a forum for watershed communication by maintaining and e
contacts within the community regarding watershed management iss
Support local community groups and build capacity to deliver wat
management products and services.
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Work with TRCA, The Living City Foundation and others to seek ne
and sources of funding for identified priority projects.
Work collaboratively with TRCA staff, and other watershed/waterf
committees to develop and implement actions from watershed repor
Act as a Humber watershed advocate in projects that cross municip
boundaries and support major projects advocated by others which
regenerate and celebrate the Humber watershed.
Assist TRCA in identifying potential public greenspace and work w
develop conservation easements, donations and bequests in accord
TRCAÔs Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2011-2015 and subseque
In conjunction with TRCA and others, assist with technical forum
improvements in planning and practice throughout the watershed.
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RES.#A224/12 -MEETING SCHEDULE 2013-2014
To provide a schedule of board meetings for year, beginning Febr
29, 2013 and ending February 28, 2014.
Moved by:Linda Pabst
Seconded by:Michael Di Biase
THAT the Schedule of Meetings 2013-2014, dated October 30, 2012,
THAT the Executive Committee be delegated the powers of the Auth
month of August, 2013, as defined in Section 2.10 of the Rules o
AND FURTHER THAT the CAO's Office distribute this schedule at th
to Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's (TRCA) watershed
Ministry of Natural Resources.
CARRIED
RATIONALE
Since almost all members of TRCA sit on councils, boards or comm
on days other than Friday, the schedule accommodates TRCA board
Staff has made every effort to avoid conflicts with municipal co
Canadian Municipalities' annual conference, statutory holidays a
selecting the proposed meeting days.
An Authority meeting is not scheduled in the month of August due
accommodate the large number of permit requests at this time, an
meeting is scheduled. Should an item require Authority approval
the Authority's Rules of Conduct permits the Authority delegate
Committee:
2.10 to exercise such additional powers, excluding those powers set o
of Subsection (1) of Section 30 of the Act, as may be assigned t
Authority during the months of July and August provided that a re
to the Authority at the first meeting of the Authority thereafte
Staff is recommending powers be assigned to the Executive Commit
the required report being brought to the Authority at its meetin
September 27, 2013. Staff is also recommending that the August
meeting be conducted with the option of teleconferencing due to
otherwise advised as a result of items scheduled.
At Authority Annual Meeting #1/02, held on January 25, 2002, ResoA6/02 was
approved in part as follows:
THAT the dates of future Annual Meetings be changed to accommoda
meeting schedule for our member municipalities, such that the Annual Meeting held
following a municipal election be in January while the Annual Me
years between elections be moved to February;
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In accordance with Resolution #A6/02, the 2014 annual Authority meeting is proposed to be
held on Friday, February 28, 2014. The January and February 201
approved in the Meeting Schedule 2012-2013, but are provided bel
updating calendars.
All meetings will be held at Black Creek Pioneer Village (BCPV).
Committee meetings will be held at 9:30 a.m.. The Budget/Audit Advisory Board (BAAB)
meetings will be held at 8:30 a.m. The initial intention was to
required, but due to difficulties with scheduling members, staff
meeting dates for BAAB during the months that TRCA regularly dea
reports.
Members are requested to enter all board meetings in their calen
annual schedule. Members are further requested to schedule to b
meetings until at least 1:30 p.m. to ensure quorum is maintained
Report prepared by: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264
Emails: kstranks@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264
Emails: kstranks@trca.on.ca
Date: October 30, 2012
Attachments: 1
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Attachment 1
TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
-201
MEETING SCHEDULE 201
JANUARY 2013TIMEDESCRIPTION
January 49:30 a.m.Authority #10/12
January 119:30 a.m.Executive #11/12
January 259:30 a.m.Authority #11/12
FEBRUARY 2013TIME DESCRIPTION
February 19:30 a.m.Executive #12/12
February 2210:30 a.m.ANNUAL Authority
#1/13
Note: January and February 2013 meetings already approved in the
MARCH 2013TIME DESCRIPTION
March 19:30 a.m.Executive #1/13
March 229:30 a.m.Authority #2/13
APRIL 2013TIMEDESCRIPTION
April 128:30 a.m.BAAB #1/13
April 129:30 a.m.Executive #2/13
April 269:30 a.m.Authority #3/13
MAY 2013TIMEDESCRIPTION
May 109:30 a.m.Executive #3/13
May 249:30 a.m.Authority #4/13
JUNE 2013TIMEDESCRIPTION
June 79:30 a.m.Executive #4/13
June 218:30 a.m.BAAB #2/13
June 219:30 a.m.Authority #5/13
JULY 2013TIMEDESCRIPTION
July 59:30 a.m.Executive #5/13
July 269:30 a.m.Authority #6/13
AUGUST 2013TIMEDESCRIPTION
August 99:30 a.m. Executive #6/13
SEPTEMBER 2013TIMEDESCRIPTION
September 139:30 a.m.Executive #7/13
September 279:30 a.m.Authority #7/13
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OCTOBER 2013TIMEDESCRIPTION
October 48:30 a.m.BAAB #3/13
October 49:30 a.m.Executive #8/13
October 259:30 a.m.Authority #8/13
NOVEMBER 2013TIME DESCRIPTION
November 19:30 a.m.Executive #9/13
November 229:30 a.m.Authority #9/13
DECEMBER 2013TIME DESCRIPTION
December 139:30 a.m.Executive #10/13
JANUARY 2014TIMEDESCRIPTION
January 109:30 a.m.Authority #10/13
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February 79:30 a.m.Executive #12/13
February 2810:30 a.m.ANNUAL Authority
#1/14
1.All meetings will be held in Weston Room B, VisitorÔs Centre, Bla
(BCPV), 1000 Murray Ross Parkway, Downsview, Ontario, unless oth
agenda.
2.Authority and Executive Committee meetings will be held at 9:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m., unless
otherwise noted on the agenda.
3.ALL Budget/Audit Advisory Board (BAAB) meetings will be held at 8:30 a.m. in
B, VisitorÔs Centre, BCPV, unless otherwise noted on the agenda.
4.Members are requested to be present for the entire meeting tim
quorum at risk. The per diem and mileage attendance sheet provi
be signed by all members in attendance at meetings.
For further information, please contact Kathy Stranks at 416-661
Reda at extension 5254.
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RES.#A225/12 -AMENDING REGULATION TO ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
Legislative Conformity Exercise - Streamlining Improvements. Adoption
of the 'Amending Regulation' to Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority's Section 28 Regulation to conform with updated legisl
and submission to the Minister of Natural Resources for approval
Moved by:Jack Heath
Seconded by:Jim Tovey
WHEREAS an 'amending' regulation to the individual Conservation
28 'Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to S
Watercourses Regulation' has been prepared in conformity with th
28 of the Conservation Authorities Act and the amended Regulatio
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT Toronto and Region Conservatio
(TRCA) adopt the subject 'amending' regulation that will amend t
Conservation Authorities Act Section 28 'Development, Interferen
Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses Regulation' Ontario R
THAT authorized officials be directed to sign the 'amending' reg
AND FURTHER THAT the said 'amending' regulation be submitted to
Natural Resources (MNR) for consideration by the Minister of Nat
Minister's approval.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
On March 4, 2011 as part of the provincial Open for Business ini
Regulation 97/04, the content 'generic' regulation for all conse
regulations, were approved to streamline the permit decision mak
amendments included the opportunity to allow for delegation of s
staff, as well as extending the maximum validity of permits and
existing permits. As a result, each individual conservation authority regulation ma
Section 28 of the Conservation Authorities Act must now be amended and approved by the
Minister of Natural Resources to reflect and enact the new amend
97/04.
At Authority Meeting #8/11 held on September 20, 2011, ResolutionA182/11 was approved
as follows in regard to a draft amending regulation to TRCA's On
provided by MNR:
WHEREAS a local Conservation Authorities Act Section 28 'Develop, Interference
with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses Reghas been
prepared in conformity with the provisions outlined in Section 28
Authorities Act and the amended Ontario Regulation 97/04, as per the eligible
amendments identified by the Ministry of Natural Resources;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT Toronto a n d Region Conservation adopt the
proposed amendments to the subject regulation;
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AND FURTHER THAT the said regulation proposal with eligible amend
submitted to the Ministry of Natural Resources for review, posting on the Regulatory
Registry, and depending on the results of the registry posting, for subsequent
consideration for approval by the Minister of Natural Resources.
Following receipt and consideration of comments from the posting
Legislative Counsel has drafted a final 'amending' regulation fo
166/06. MNR has provided an electronic version of the 'amending
hard copy for signing is forthcoming. This final version is ver
reviewed by the Authority in September 2011, with the exception
additions to clarify the overall intent of the amendments. A copy of the 'amending' regulation is
available upon request.
MNR requires a resolution of adoption from the Authority, as per
report, and signatures of the signing officers of the Authority
'amending' regulation in order for the amended regulation to pro
adoption resolution and signed hard copy of the 'amending' regul
will prepare an approval package for the Minister of Natural Res
approved, the regulation will be filed with the Registrar of Reg
and published in the print version of the Ontario Gazette. Mini
sometime in February 2013.
Summary of Amendments
The amendments are basically administrative and intended to stre
permitting process. They do not extend the area that is current
broaden the considerations used to make a decision on a permit.
regulation can be summarized as follows:
the ability to delegate decision powers for positive permit deci
conservation authority employees for permits not exceeding a per
months;
the ability for some permits to be granted up to 60 months for p
the conservation authority, cannot reasonably be completed withi
municipal large scale infrastructure projects);
providing for a one-time extension to the maximum period of vali
certain criteria;
an amendment to clarify the intent of the regulation by deleting
interpretations of the regulation inconsistent with legislative
housekeeping amendments' such as adding technical studies and pl
complete application and minor format restructuring for clarity.
RATIONALE
The amendments will result in streamlining the approval process
certain provisions in the regulation. The ability to allow dele
to designated staff will improve service delivery. This would b
current minor works and routine infrastructure streamlining prot
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In general, a maximum period of 24 months for the validity of a
frame to accommodate most permits. However, it has been staff's
frame is not sufficient for large scale infrastructure permits a Environmental
Assessment Act applications undertaken by TRCA's municipal partners. The cons
timelines for these types of projects often exceed 24 months and
construction season or delayed by other regulatory requirements.
situations, the ability to extend the validity of a permit appro
improved client service with TRCA's municipal partners.
Staff will bring forward a report to the Executive Committee in
administrative procedures to implement the amendments following
amended Ontario Regulation 166/06 by the Minister of Natural Res
permits requiring Executive Committee approval (e.g. major appli
designation of staff to implement delegated approval authority,
be considered. In addition, staff intend to report on other ong
improvements and efficiencies that have resulted from TRCA's cor
Improvement review initiative.
Consultation
The proposed amendments have already been posted on the Regulato
Registry and supported through consultation with the Conservatio
Committee, which includes municipal, building, development indus
Ontario/conservation authority (CA) representatives. The amendm
CA compliance with the permit application decision timelines out
Procedures for Conservation Authority Plan Review and Permitting
this report to TRCA's member municipalities and post it on the P
section of the TRCA website for information purposes.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
The proposed regulation amendments are required as part of TRCA'
28 of the Conservation Authorities Act. The services to be provided are part of the regular
operating budget levy and fee recovery process.
SUMMARY
The amendments to Ontario Regulation 166/06 have been prepared b in
conformity with the provisions outlined in Section 28 of the Conservation Authorities Act and the
amended Ontario Regulation 97/04. The amendments will facilitate
for the permitting and decision making process. These amendment
currently regulated nor do they broaden considerations used to m
Staff recommends that the Authority adopt the 'amending' regulat
166/06 and submit it to MNR in order to advance to the final sta
the Minister of Natural Resources.
Report prepared by: Laurie Nelson, extension 5281
Emails: lnelson@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Laurie Nelson, extension 5281
Emails: lnelson@trca.on.ca
Date: November 26, 2012
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RES.#A226/12 -GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
Mortez Hossein Amirhoushmand, and Ebrahim, Parisa, Kouroush,
Nazanin and Kayvan Hakimzadeh-Jahromi, CFN 48061. Acquisition of
property located at the rear of 12333 and 12347 Airport Road in the Town
of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel under the 'Greenlands
Acquisition Project for 2011-2015', Flood Plain and Conservation
Component, Humber River watershed.
(Executive Res.#B156/12)
Moved by:Ben Cachola
Seconded by:David Barrow
THAT 2.95 hectares (7.28 acres), more or less, of vacant land, b
Concession 1 (Geographic Township of Albion), designated as Part
by Professional Land Surveyors and Part 2 on Plan 43R-30364, To
Regional Municipality of Peel be purchased from Mortez Hoseein A
Ebrahim Hakimzadeh-Jahromi, Parisa Hakimzadeh-Jahromi,Kouroush
Hakimzadeh-Jahromi, Nazanin Hakimzadeh-Jahromi and
Kayvan Hakimzadeh-Jahromi;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive co
free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements;
THAT the firm of Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete
earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incide
transfer tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take t
to finalize the transaction, including obtaining needed approval
execution of documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A227/12 -THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK
Request for Permanent Easements for Proposed Pressure and Hydrog
Sulphide Monitoring Stations along the Existing York Durham Sani
Sewer
Rouge River Watershed, City of Toronto (Scarborough Community
Ajax Sector, City of Pickering,
Council Area) and Waterfront Pickering /
CFN 48356. Receipt of a request from the Regional Municipality o
to provide permanent easements for proposed Pressure and Hydroge
Sulphide Monitoring Stations along the existing York Durham Sani
Sewer, west of Beare Road, north of Finch Avenue East, Rouge Riv
watershed, City of Toronto (Scarborough Community Council Area)
west of Rosebank Road, north of Finch Avenue, Waterfront Pickeri
Ajax Sector, City of Pickering.
)
(Executive Res.#B157/12
Moved by:Ben Cachola
Seconded by:David Barrow
WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is in r
from the Regional Municipality of York to provide permanent ease
Pressure and Hydrogen Sulphide Monitoring Stations along the exi
Sanitary Sewer, west of Beare Road, north of Finch Avenue East,
City of Toronto (Scarborough Community Council Area) and west of
north of Finch Avenue, Waterfront Pickering / Ajax Sector, City
AND WHEREAS it is in the best interest of TRCA in furthering its
Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act to cooperate with
Municipality of York in this instance;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT permanent easements containing
0.004 hectares (0.009 acres), more or less, be granted to the Re
York to provide permanent easements for proposed Pressure and Hyde
Monitoring Stations along the existing York Durham Sanitary Sewe
of Lot 3, Concession 4, City of Toronto (Scarborough Community C
of Lot 31, Concession 2, City of Pickering, as shown on a plan p
Drawing No. C2102, Contract No. T-10-06, Sheet No. 302, Revision
2012;
THAT consideration be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal,
be paid by the Regional Municipality of York;
THAT the Regional Municipality of York is to fully indemnify TRC
from injuries, damages or costs of any nature resulting in any w
indirectly, from the granting of these easements or the carrying
THAT an archaeological investigation be completed, with any miti
carried out to the satisfaction of TRCA staff, at the expense of
of York;
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THAT all TRCA lands disturbed by the proposed works be revegetat
following construction and, where deemed appropriate by TRCA sta
be prepared for TRCA staff review and approval in accordance wit
landscaping guidelines;
THAT a permit pursuant to Ontario Regulation 166/06 be obtained
of construction;
THAT said easements be subject to approval of the Minister of Na
accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Ac
C.27, as amended;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take t
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals
execution of documents.
CARRIED
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SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
RES.#A228/12 -SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:Ben Cachola
Seconded by:Colleen Jordan
THAT Section II Item AUTH8.1 - EcoEnergy Innovation Initiative (
contained in Executive Committee Minutes #9/12, held on November
CARRIED
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SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD
RES.#A229/12 -POTENTIAL HAZARDS FROM CRUDE OIL SPILL
Receipt of staff report on potential effects of petroleum pipeli
water.
Moved by:Glenn Mason
Seconded by:Ben Cachola
THAT the staff report on the potential hazards from petroleum pi
water supplies be received.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #7/12, held on September 28, 2012, ResolutioA182/12 was approved
as follows:
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THAT staff report to the Authority on the potential hazards to T
Greater Toronto AreaÔs drinking water supply from a spill of dil
proposed ÑLine 9Ò pipeline project.
The Line 9 pipeline is 762 mm (30 inches) in diameter, and was c
ship light Canadian crude oil from Sarnia to Montreal. In the la
reversed so that light crude oil from overseas could be shipped
current capacity of approximately 240,000 barrels (28,500 cubic
and operated by Enbridge Pipelines Inc. (Enbridge). Although Line 9 is not used for diluted
bitumen, the light crude oil transported in this pipeline typica
heavier crude oil compounds such as are found in diluted bitumen
In 2012, Enbridge received authorization from the National Energ
A). Enbridge is
flow in the portion of Line 9 between Sarnia and North Westover,
proposing a second phase to increase the capacity within the exi
barrels (35,800 cubic metres) of crude oil per day, and change t
Westover to Montreal (Line 9B). This will result in restoration
that light Canadian crude oil can once again be shipped from Sar
change in flow direction and the products to be carried does not
watersheds and drinking water sources. For further information o
refer to Enbridge's project website at: www.enbridge.com/ECRAI/Line9BReversalProject.aspx.
Potential Hazards to TRCA Watersheds
TRCA staff has not undertaken modelling of the potential environ
or heavy crude oil spill into any of our watercourses from the e
As discussed below, there has been an
pipelines or for the proposed operational changes.
assessment of the potential impact of gasoline spills from the e
water as part of the technical work done for drinking water sour
environmental impacts observed following a spill in July 2010 fr
Kalamazoo, Michigan (also 762 mm diameter) can be used to extrap
The Kalamazoo spill affected about 35 km of watercourse. Since t
Line 9 to Lake Ontario ranges from 12 to 20 km, the impacts woul
any pipeline failure to the lake. The extent of environmental im
time and location of the spill, as well as the water flow in the
magnitude and duration of the release. Crude oil has low solubil
water. Therefore, most of the product released will float on the
emergent vegetation, as well as wildlife. The denser components
base of the watercourse, and mix with the sediment in the stream
negatively impact the benthic community as well as submergent ve
submerged product requires removal of oil, sediment and benthic
would have significant environmental impact. Fish species could
influence of the crude oil, the loss of oxygen caused by the flo
sources. A wide range of other animals could also be affected, including a
and birds. For example, at the Kalamazoo site, about 4,000 anima
including about 200 birds. For further information on the Kalama
United States Environmental Protection Agency's website: www.epa.gov/enbridgespill.
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Potential Hazards to Lake Ontario Drinking Water
A number of spill scenarios were modelled as part of the Lake Onte (LOC)
project to determine if certain land-based activities could pose
to Lake Ontario drinking water supplies. A summary of this work can be found in the November
staff report to Toronto City Council: City Source Water Protection Plan for City of Toronto Water
Treatment Plants (www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2012/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-51737.pd). The
modelling was funded by the Ontario Ministry of the Environment
Source Protection program. Any scenario that identified conditions under which a contaminant
could exceed a threshold in the raw water was identified as a si
One set of scenarios was based on potential spills of petroleum
crossing tributaries within the TRCA jurisdiction and at other l
Lake Ontario. The predicted impact was a worst case scenario as
consider how any emergency response or mitigation actions would
The LOC spill scenario was based on a spill of gasoline containi
selected by the technical working group to represent the greates
Other petroleum products (such as crude oil) will not mix as rea
crude oil will remain on the water surface or will be deposited
from the source of drinking water supplies as compared to gasoli
predicted that benzene levels at the intake could be well above
Standard. Since the water treatment system is not designed to r
deemed by the Source Protection Committee to be a significant th
water supplies. Details regarding the spill scenario are provide
prepared under the Clean Water Act, 2006 for TRCA's watersheds. The section of the
Assessment Report that documents threats to Lake Ontario drinking
at: www.ctcswp.ca/files/TRSPA_Chapter5_Jan2012.pdflink.
Although the modelling conducted by the LOC did not include simul
the risk from a crude oil spill, as it relates the benzene, whic
component, would be similar to that of gasoline.The Source Prote
developed proposed policies to reduce the significant drinking w
petroleum product pipelines. These policies focus on reviewing a
necessary spill prevention and emergency response plans. The pro
submitted to the Minister of the Environment for a decision on a
implementation. The Proposed Source Protection Plan can be view
www.ctcswp.ca/files/CTCProposedSourceProtectionPlan_LowRezFINAL.. The policies
related to pipelines are found starting on page 126.
Report prepared by: Donald Ford, extension 5369
Emails: dford@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Donald Ford, extension 5369
Emails: dford@trca.on.ca
Date: November 9, 2012
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RES.#A230/12 -COATSWORTH CUT DREDGING PROJECT
Tender RSD12-108. Extension of Contract RSD12-108 for additional
maintenance dredging within Coatsworth Cut at Ashbridge's Bay Pa
the City of Toronto.
Moved by:Glenn Mason
Seconded by:Ben Cachola
THAT the extension of Contract RSD12-108 Coatsworth Cut Dredging
the removal of an additional 1,000 cubic metres of sediment not
scope of work be received.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Maintenance dredging is routinely carried out within Coatsworth
depths within the channel for the boating community, and was las
approximately 2,500 cubic metres of sediment removed from the chAs maintenance
dredging is typically required once per year, Toronto and Region
(TRCA) completed a hydrographic (water-based) survey of Coatswor
anticipation that dredging would be required. The results of the
approximately 2,000 cubic metres of sediment would need to be re
minimum depth below chart datum required for safe navigation, pr
to base the Request for Quotations to retain a dredging contract
At Executive Committee Meeting #7/12, held on September 7, 2012,
was approved as follows:
THAT Contract RSD12-108 be awarded to The Ontario Construction Company Limited for
the channel maintenance dredging of Coatsworth Cut for the total
$152,400.00, plus a contingency amount of $30,480.00 to be expended as author
), it being the lowest bid meeting
by Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA
TRCA specifications;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized officials be directed to take the nec
implement the contract including obtaining necessary approvals an
execution of documents.
The Ontario Construction Company mobilized and began dredging op
September 2012. On October 24, 2012 a hydrographic survey was p
the required volume was removed by the contractor. Upon analysis
discovered that approximately 1,000 cubic metres of additional s
limits of the work area since the May 2012 survey was completed.
that the location and quantity of material would impede safe nav
and therefore needed to be removed.
RATIONALE
In the interest of eliminating the hazard posed to the boaters b
senior staff authorized that further dredging of the obstructed
mobilized contractor was on site, resulting in a savings of both
and demobilization of resources to eliminate the hazard.
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Following the issue of a Change Order outlining a revised scope
contractor proceeded with the removal of the additional 1,000 cu
completing the dredging on October 31, 2012.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
The extra work fell under the same terms and conditions as presc
with the Ontario Construction Company Limited agreeing to mainta
additional 1,000 cubic metres of sediment to be removed. Contrac
extended to include all labour, materials and equipment necessar
of 1,000 cubic metres of sediment not covered in the original sc
cost of $27,370.00 for a revised total of $210,250.00, including
$30,480.00, to be expended as authorized by TRCA staff, plus HST
Funding for the project is provided by the 2012 City of Toronto
within account 211-16.
Report prepared by: Albert Thomas, 416-393-6336
Emails: athomas@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: James Dickie, 416-392-9702
Emails: jdickie@trca.on.ca
Date: November 08, 2012
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RES.#A231/12 -WATERSHED COMMITTEE MINUTES
Moved by:Glenn Mason
Seconded by:Ben Cachola
THAT Section IV Items AUTH8.3.1 - AUTH8.3.3, in regard to Water
Minutes, be received.
CARRIED
Section IV Items AUTH8.3.1 - 8.3.3
DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL
Minutes of Meeting #7/12, held on July 26, 2012
Minutes of Meeting #9/12, held on October 11, 2012
ETOBICOKE-MIMICO WATERSHEDS COALITION
Minutes of meeting #2/12, held on May 24, 2012
PARTNERS IN PROJECT GREEN STEERING COMMITTEE
Minutes of Meeting #2/12, held on June 7, 2012
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ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
RES.#A232/12 -ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
Moved by:Richard Whitehead
Seconded by:Maria Augimeri
THAT Ontario Regulation 166/06 items EX10.1 - EX10.47, inclusive
Committee Minutes #9/12, held on November 2, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
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TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11:21 a.m., on Friday, Nove
Gerri Lynn O'ConnorBrian Denney
ChairSecretary-Treasurer
/ks
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MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #10/12
January 4, 2013
The Authority Meeting #10/12, was held in Weston Room B, Black
on Friday, January 4, 2013. The Chair Gerri Lynn O'Connor, call
9:41 a.m.
PRESENT
Paul AinslieMember
Maria AugimeriVice Chair
Ben CacholaMember
Bob CallahanMember
Ronald ChopowickMember
Vincent CrisantiMember
Glenn De BaeremaekerMember
Michael Di BiaseMember
Chris FonsecaMember
Mujeeb KhanMember
Gloria Lindsay LubyMember
Glenn MasonMember
Mike MattosMember
Gerri Lynn O'ConnorChair
John ParkerMember
Anthony PerruzzaMember
Dave RyanMember
Deb SchulteMember
Cynthia ThorburnMember
Jim ToveyMember
Richard WhiteheadMember
ABSENT
David BarrowMember
Raymond ChoMember
Jack HeathMember
Colleen JordanMember
Peter MilczynMember
Linda PabstMember
John SprovieriMember
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RES.#A233/12 - MINUTES
Moved by: Ronald Chopowick
Seconded by: Chris Fonseca
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #9/12, held on November 30, 2012, be
CARRIED
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SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION
RES.#A234/12 -APPOINTMENT TO TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION
AUTHORITY FOR 2013
Cities of Toronto and Vaughan. The Secretary-Treasurer advises t
appointments to TRCA, representing the cities of Toronto and Vau
have been duly appointed and are entitled to sit as Members of t
Authority until the 2013 annual meeting when all appointments for
period of the Annual Authority Meeting for 2013 to the Annual Au
Meeting for 2014 will be confirmed.
Moved by:Maria Augimeri
Seconded by:Cynthia Thorburn
THAT the following be recognized as City of Toronto Members of T
Conservation Authority (TRCA) until November 30, 2014, and until
TRCA afterwords, and until a successor is appointed, and as such
entitled to sit as Members of this Authority until Annual Author
scheduled to be held on February 22, 2013, or until their succes
P. Ainslie
M. Augimeri
R. Cho
V. Crisanti
G. De Baeremaeker
G. Lindsay Luby
P. Milczyn
J. Parker
A. Perruzza;
THAT Deborah Schulte be recognized as a City of Vaughan Member o
November 30, 2014, and as such is duly appointed and entitled to
Authority until Annual Authority Meeting #1/13;
AND FURTHER THAT Chin Lee and Gino Rosati be thanked for their s
CARRIED
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BACKGROUND
In December 2010, both the City of Toronto and City of Vaughan C
to TRCA for a term of office expiring on December 31, 2012 and u
At that time the City of Vaughan appointed Gino Rosati to TRCA , and at the same meeting
appointed Deborah Schulte as his replacement for 2013 and 2014.
In November 2012, City of Toronto Council approved the nine Coun
as indicated above. This resulted in one change in membership w
replaced Chin Lee.
Each year at the annual meeting the Secretary-Treasurer advises
Members of the Authority for the upcoming year. Due to the chan
advisement needs to be provided at the January 4, 2013 meeting,
As a result, the
Meeting #1/13, scheduled to be held on February 22, 2013.
Secretary-Treasurer is advising that Raymond Cho and Deborah Sch
sit as a Member of the Authority, effective January 4, 2013.
Report prepared by: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264
Emails: kstranks@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264
Emails: kstranks@trca.on.ca
Date: December 17, 2012
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RES.#A235/12 -COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT FUND
Entry into Contribution Agreements with Community Infrastructure
Improvement Fund for approved projects.
Moved by:Maria Augimeri
Seconded by:Cynthia Thorburn
WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) was suc
obtaining funding approval from the Community Infrastructure Imp
a funding program for the renovation and rehabilitation of commu
between April 1, 2012 and March 31, 2014;
AND WHEREAS approved projects must be duly authorized or endorse
of the Authority allowing entry into a Contribution Agreement;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT Toronto and Region Conservatio
enter into a Contribution Agreement for funding under the Commun
Improvement Fund for the following projects:
Black Creek Pioneer Village Emergency Preparedness Infrastructur
Communication IT Services and Upgrades across all TRCA Facilitie
Claremont Field Centre Accessibility and Energy Efficiency Retro
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AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA staff be directed to take the n
implement the contract including obtaining any approvals and the
of documents.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
First announced in Economic Action Plan 2012, the Community Infr
Fund provides $150 million for the repair and improvement of com
across Canada. Eligible projects include expansion of existing c
facilities such as community centres, recreational buildings, lo
other community facilities. This will improve the quality of com
economic benefits, including support for job creation, in commun
FedDev Ontario is delivering the Community Infrastructure Improv
Applications were being accepted for projects
with an allocation of $49.6 million over two years.
in Ontario with a submission date of August 24, 2012. TRCA submi
order of priority for the following projects as per Resolution #A129/12 from Authority Meeting
#6/12, held on July 27, 2012:
1.Kortright Centre For Conservation Retrofit, Municipal Water Co
2.Bolton Camp Recreation Centre Revitalization
3.Black Creek Pioneer Village Emergency Preparedness Infrastruct
4.Claremont Field Centre Accessibility and Energy Efficiency Ret
5.Communication IT Services and Upgrades across all TRCA Facilit
6.Arsenal Building Renovation
7.Albion Hills Conservation Area Road Upgrades
8.Petticoat Creek Aquatic Facility Enhancements
RATIONALE
On November 27, 2012, TRCA staff was notified that the following
approval:
Black Creek Pioneer Village Emergency Preparedness Infrastructur
Improve emergency preparedness at Black Creek Pioneer Village to
infrastructure, staff and visitors as well as reduce the potenti
undertaking the following:
installation of a 250 kilowatt Magna Plus emergency backup gener
electrical infrastructure at the Visitors Centre to reduce impac
safety of the more than 135,000 visitors annually; historic arti
that must be maintained in a climate controlled setting; and
upgrade emergency lighting and way finding system located throug
increase public and staff safety,
upgrade existing alarm systems to notify staff electronically of
staff training in emergency procedures and protocols, and purcha
equipment.
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Communication IT Services and Upgrades across all TRCA Facilitie
This project involves upgrades to the computing power and networ
across all TRCA facilities through:
installation of conduit to facilitate the addition of fiber opti
TRCA facilities
development of e-government web services to better serve the pub
These upgrades will enable Office and Parks facilities to be mor
business applications resulting in improved customer service and
will be able to provide eGovernment services to the public which
customer service to clients.
Claremont Field Centre Accessibility and Energy Efficiency Retro
Renovation and retrofit of Claremont Field Centre to provide bar
various levels of ability (physical, visual and auditory) to out
redevelopment of outdoor education assets, including wetlands, p
dynamics course and associated trails; and
retrofit and renovation of Claremont Field Centre building inclu
and doors, improve attic insulation, washroom accessibility upgr
classroom accessibility upgrades, lighting and flooring upgrades
visitors, and entrance and lobby reconfiguration.
In addition, improvements will be made to the building envelope
environmental performance, thereby reducing the climate change i
Centre and improve visitor comfort, while providing a learning o
on climate change.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Black Creek Pioneer Village Emergency Preparedness
Infrastructure
Project Budget: $250,000.
CIIF Funding Ask: $100,000 (40%)
CIIF Approved Funding: $100,000 (40%)
Remainder of the funding is available through Black Creek Pionee
through the City of Toronto.
Communication IT Services and Upgrades across all TRCA Facilitie
Project Budget: $346,500
CIIF Funding Ask: $114,345 (33%)
CIIF Approved Funding: $114,345 (33%)
Remainder of the funding is available through TRCA's IT and Webs
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Claremont Field Centre Accessibility and Energy Efficiency Retro
Project Budget: $526,200
CIIF Funding Ask: $190,000 (36%)
CIIF Approved Funding: $190,000 (36%)
Remainder of the funding is available through the Claremont Fiel
Maintenance Account, Public Use Capital and The Living City Foun
Sunny Days for Conservation).
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
Staff will execute Contribution Agreements following approval an
accordance with Agreements.
Report prepared by: Kate Pankov, extension 6418
Emails: kpankov@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Kate Pankov, extension 6418
Emails: kpankov@trca.on.ca
Date: December 06, 2012
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.#A236/12 -EAST DON TRAIL PROJECT
RES
Award of contract for fluvial geomorphology and geotechnical
assessment, civil engineering, and detailed trail design service
support of the East Don Trail Project.
Moved by:Maria Augimeri
Seconded by:Cynthia Thorburn
THAT the contract to undertake fluvial geomorphology and geotech
engineering, and detailed trail design services in support of th
awarded to the consulting team led by Aquafor Beech Limited at a
$592,430.00, plus HST;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff be a
additional expenditures to a maximum of 20% of the contract cost
allowance if deemed necessary;
THAT the contract be subject to terms and conditions satisfactor
necessary, solicitor;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized officials be directed to take the ne
implement the contract including the signing and execution of do
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #5/12, held on June 22, 2012, Resolution #A98/12 was approved as
follows:
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WHEREAS The City of TorontoÔs Bikeway Trails Implementation Plan
East Don Trail construction as a short term priority (2012-2016);
AND WHEREAS Transportation Services has proposed that Toronto and
Conservation Authority (TRCA) and City of Toronto Parks, Forestry and Recreation with
, lead an Individual Environmental Assessment (EA) Study, to
Transportation Services
facilitate construction of the East Don Trail and primary connec;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA enter into a joint initia
Toronto to undertake an Individual EA and manage the design and
East Don Trail;
THAT staff be directed to work in collaboration with City of Tor
Services and Parks, Forestry and Recreation departments, throughout the EA process;
THAT staff ensure broad public consultation with affected stakeh
authorized to establish a Community Liaison Committee comprised o
, groups, associations, businesses and organizations to provide
community residents
community input into the project;
THAT authorized TRCA officials and staff be directed to take all
implement the foregoing, including the signing of agreements, amendments or other
legal documents deemed required in order to retain the necessary,
subject to approval of City of Toronto;
THAT TRCA participation be subject to funding being available fr;
AND FURTHER THAT City of Toronto be so advised.
In support of the Environmental Assessment (EA) process for the
a consultant team to provide professional fluvial geomorphology
civil engineering, and detailed trail design services, as outlin
fulfill the planning and design requirements as outlined in the Ontario Environmental
Assessment Act (EA Act) and the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act (CEAA).
RATIONALE
Request for Proposals (RFP# PMO12-17) for Fluvial Geomorphology
Assessment, Civil Engineering, and Detailed Trail Design Services
available to prospective consultants via Biddingo.com on NovembeA total of 56 firms
downloaded the full RFP package with an additional 16 firms down
package. On November 29, 2012, TRCA received two proposals and
A summary of the bids submitted
12:00 pm (noon) submission deadline for RFP# PMO12-17.
is provided as follows:
COMPANYBID PROPOSAL
(Plus HST)
Aquafor Beech Ltd.$573,430.00
R.V. Anderson Associates Limited$851,654.00
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All three members of the Proposal Selection Committee, consisting
copies of the proposals on November 20, 2012. At the Proposal Selection Committee Review
Meeting held on December 6, 2012, consensus was reached between
Committee that the proposal submitted by the team led by Aquafor
service for value.
The criteria used to evaluate the submissions and to select the
included the following:
experience, qualifications and availability of individual team m
project, including ability to work with multiple agencies and pa
process;
consultant understanding of the assignment;
applicable experience of the responding consulting firms;
proposed approach and methodology for this assignment including
anticipated difficulties and the proposed approach to overcome t
proposed schedule and work plan, and ability to comply with the
including ability to suggest time saving approaches to meet the
detailed cost breakdown for the Individual EA;
itemized cost of additional works anticipated by the consultant
total upset fee limit for the preparation of the reports, which
disbursements, plus HST.
During the Proposal Selection Committee review meeting, it was d
geotechnical element identified in the Aquafor Beech Ltd. propos
that the number of boreholes and tests required may be underestiAs such, Aquafor
Beech Ltd. provided clarification on their approach and increase
proposal from $573,430.00 to $592,430.00, plus HST to cover the A
meeting with the project manager from Aquafor Beech Ltd. was hel
further review the proposal and receive final clarification on p
Aquafor Beech
Selection Committee was satisfied with the responses provided at
Ltd. confirmed their approach and a budget of $592,430.00, plus
December 17, 2012. The confirmed bid included $303,820.00, plus
detailed trail design.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Cost for the consulting team is $592,430.00 excluding HST, plus
available from the City of Toronto in account number 117-52.
Report prepared by: Deanna Cheriton, extension 5204
Emails: dcheriton@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Deanna Cheriton, extension 5204
Emails: dcheriton@trca.on.ca
Date: December 18, 2012
Attachments: 1
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Attachment 1
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RES.#A237/12 -GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Duffin's Creek Watershed
Ravenscroft Holdings Inc., CFN 48446. Acquisition of property located
west of Ravenscroft Road and north of Rossland Road in the Town
Ajax, Regional Municipality of Durham, under the 'Greenlands Acqu
Project for 2011-2015', Flood Plain and Conservation Component,
Creek watershed.
(Executive Res.#B165/12)
Moved by:Dave Ryan
Seconded by:Gloria Lindsay Luby
THAT 4.29 hectares (10.6 acres), more or less, of vacant land, b
Concession 3 and designated as Block 62 on 40M-2436 by J.D. Bar
Ajax, Regional Municipality of Durham, be purchased from Ravensc
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive co
free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements;
THAT the firm of Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete
earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incide
transfer tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take t
to finalize the transaction including obtaining all necessary ap
execution of documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A238/12 -REQUEST FOR DISPOSAL OF TORONTO AND REGION
CONSERVATION AUTHORITY-OWNED LAND
537 Conservation Drive, City of Brampton, CFN 47906. Recommends
the TRCA-owned rental property located at 537 Conservation Drive
of Brampton, Regional Municipality of Peel, Etobicoke Creek wate
be retained for conservation purposes.
(Executive Res.#B166/12)
Moved by:Dave Ryan
Seconded by:Gloria Lindsay Luby
THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA)-owned
located at 537 Conservation Drive, City of Brampton, Regional Mu
retained for conservation purposes.
CARRIED
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RES.#A239/12 -CITY OF BRAMPTON
Request for a Permanent Easement for the Construction of a Storm
Outfall
Etobicoke Creek Watershed, City of Brampton, CFN 48415. Receipt
request from the City of Brampton to provide a permanent easemen
the construction of a stormwater outfall, south of Mayfield Road
Colonel Bertram Road, Etobicoke Creek watershed, City of Brampto
(Executive Res.#B167/12)
Moved by:Dave Ryan
Seconded by:Gloria Lindsay Luby
WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is in r
from the City of Brampton to provide a permanent easement for th
stormwater outfall, south of Mayfield Road, east of Colonel Bert
Creek watershed, City of Brampton;
AND WHEREAS it is in the best interest of TRCA in furthering its
Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act to cooperate with
this instance;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT a permanent easement containin
0.05 hectares (0.18 acres), more or less, be granted to the City
construction of a stormwater outfall, said land being Part of Lo
Brampton, Regional Municipality of Peel; designated as Part 1 on
prepared by Holding Jones Vanderveen Inc., Ontario Land Surveyor
11-2134-REF3;
THAT consideration be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal,
be paid by the City of Brampton;
THAT the City of Brampton is to fully indemnify TRCA from any an
injuries, damages or costs of any nature resulting in any way, e
from the granting of this easement or the carrying out of constr
THAT an archaeological investigation be completed, with any miti
carried out to the satisfaction of TRCA staff, at the expense of
THAT all TRCA lands disturbed by the proposed works be revegetat
following construction and, where deemed appropriate by TRCA sta
be prepared for TRCA staff review and approval in accordance wit
landscaping guidelines;
THAT a permit pursuant to Ontario Regulation 166/06 be obtained
of construction;
THAT said easement be subject to approval of the Minister of Nat
accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Ac
C.27, as amended;
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AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take t
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals
execution of documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A240/12 -REQUEST FOR EXCHANGE OF LANDS
Vicinity of Bayview Avenue, between Lakeside Crescent and Bethes
Sideroad, Town of Richmond Hill,
Regional Municipality of York, CFN 44967. Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from the Town
Richmond Hill to enter into an exchange of lands in connection w
construction of a cul-de-sac for the partial closure of Olde Bay
Avenue, south of Lakeside Crescent.
(Executive Res.#B168/12)
Moved by:Dave Ryan
Seconded by:Gloria Lindsay Luby
THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS THAT WHEREAS Toronto and Regi
Conservation Authority (TRCA) is in receipt of a request from th
to enter into an exchange of lands in connection with the constr
the partial closure of Olde Bayview Avenue, south of Lakeside Cr
AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of TRCA that it is in the best
furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conse
proceed with an exchange of lands in this instance;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA enter into an exchange of
following basis:
(a)The Town of Richmond Hill will convey to TRCA a parcel of lan
hectares (0.04 acres), more or less, being Part of Lot 6, Conces
designated as Part 5 on Plan 65R-33975, Town of Richmond Hill, R
Municipality of York;
(b)TRCA will convey to the Town of Richmond Hill a parcel of lan
hectares (0.07 acres), more or less, Part of Lot 6, Concession 2
as Part 4 on Draft Plan 65R-33975, Town of Richmond Hill, Region
York;
(c)All legal, survey and other costs to be paid by the Town of R
(d)The Town of Richmond Hill is to fully indemnify TRCA from any
injuries, damages or costs of any nature resulting in any way, e
indirectly, from the exchange of lands or the carrying out of co
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(e)An archaeological investigation be completed, with any mitiga
carried out to the satisfaction of TRCA staff, at the expense of
Hill;
(f)All TRCA lands disturbed by the proposed works be revegetated
construction and, where deemed appropriate by TRCA staff, a land
prepared for TRCA staff review and approval in accordance with e
landscaping guidelines;
(g)A permit pursuant to Ontario Regulation 166/06 be obtained pr
of construction;
THAT the exchange of lands be subject to the approval of the Min
Resources in accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation A
amended;
THAT the firm of Gardiner Roberts LLP, Barristers & Solicitors,
the transaction at the earliest possible date;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take t
to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals
execution of documents.
CARRIED
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.#A241/12 -2013 FEE SCHEDULE FOR PUBLIC FACILITIES AND
RES
PROGRAMMING
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority 2013 Fee Schedule for
Facilities and Programming.
(Executive Res.#B169/12)
Moved by:Dave Ryan
Seconded by:Gloria Lindsay Luby
THAT the 2013 Fee Schedule for Public Facilities and Programming
out in Attachment 1, and become effective January 5, 2013.
CARRIED
MOTION TO RE-OPEN
RES.#A242/12 -2013 FEE SCHEDULE FOR PUBLIC FACILITIES AND
PROGRAMMING
Moved by:Maria Augimeri
Seconded by:Michael Di Biase
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THAT item EX7.5 - 2013 Fee Schedule for Public Facilities and Pr
re-opened.
CARRIED
RES.#A243/12 -2013 FEE SCHEDULE FOR PUBLIC FACILITIES AND
PROGRAMMING
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority 2013 Fee Schedule for
Facilities and Programming.
Moved by:Glenn De Baeremaeker
Seconded by:Jim Tovey
THAT the following be added after the main motion:
AND FURTHER THAT staff report to the Executive Committee on the
fee to the adult admission fee that will be for the building dev
Wildlife Centre.
CARRIED
THE RESULTANT MOTION READS AS FOLLOWS
THAT the 2013 Fee Schedule for Public Facilities and Programming
out in Attachment 1, and become effective January 5, 2013;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report to the Executive Committee on the
fee to the adult admission fee that will be for the building dev
Wildlife Centre.
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RES.#A244/12 -PERSONNEL RECORD
)
(Executive Res.#B188/12
Moved by:Dave Ryan
Seconded by:Gloria Lindsay Luby
THAT the title of Chief Administrative Officer/Secretary-Treasur
Executive Officer/Secretary-Treasurer (CEO);
AND FURTHER THAT the remaining two clauses of the Resolution rem
they pertain to personnel records.
CARRIED
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
RES.#A245/12
Moved by:Michael Di Biase
Seconded by:Chris Fonseca
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THAT the Committee move into closed session to discuss confident
Personnel Record.
CARRIED
MOTION TO RE-OPEN
PERSONNEL RECORD
Moved by:Cynthia Thorburn
Seconded by:Bob Callahan
THAT item EX7.6 - Personnel Record be re-opened.
NOT CARRIED
ARISE AND REPORT
RES.#A246/12
Moved by:Jim Tovey
Seconded by:Maria Augimeri
THAT the Committee arise and report from closed session.
CARRIED
RECORDED VOTE
RES.#A247/12
Moved by:Ronald Chopowick
Seconded by:Glenn De Baeremaeker
THAT a recorded vote be taken publically for Resolution #A245/12
approved.
CARRIED
RECORDED VOTE
Paul AinslieYea
Yea
Maria Augimeri
Ben CacholaYea
Bob CallahanNay
Vincent CrisantiNay
Yea
Glenn De Baeremaeker
Michael Di BiaseYea
Chris FonsecaYea
Mujeeb KhanYea
Yea
Gloria Lindsay Luby
Glenn MasonYea
Mike MattosYea
Gerri Lynn O'ConnorYea
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RECORDED VOTE Cont'd
John ParkerYea
Anthony PerruzzaYea
Dave RyanYea
Deb SchulteNay
Cynthia ThorburnYea
Yea
Jim Tovey
Richard WhiteheadYea
THE MAIN MOTION WASCARRIED
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SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
RES.#A248/12 -SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:Gloria Lindsay Luby
Seconded by:Michael Di Biase
THAT Section II Items EX8.1 - EX8.8, contained in Executive Comm
held on December 7, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
Section II Items EX8.1 - EX8.8, Inclusive
TORONTO ZOO
(Executive Res.#B170/12)
TOWN OF CALEDON
(Executive Res.#B171/12)
SWAN LAKE RESIDENCE RENOVATION AND RETROFIT PROJECT
(Executive Res.#B172/12)
SOUTH MIMICO TRAIL LINK
(Executive Res.#B173/12)
WILKET CREEK REHABILITATION PROJECT - SITE 3 PHASE 1
(Executive Res.#B174/12)
REGION OF PEEL CLIMATE AND EXTREME WEATHER RESILIENCE PROJECT
(Executive Res.#B175/12)
WWK RECREATION INC. (WILD WATER KINGDOM)
(Executive Res.#B176/12)
POTENTIAL HAZARDS FROM CRUDE OIL SPILL
(Executive Res.#B185/12)
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SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD
RES.#A249/12 -WATERSHED COMMITTEE MINUTES
Moved by:Paul Ainslie
Seconded by:Dave Ryan
THAT Section IV Item AUTH8.1, in regard to Watershed Committee M
CARRIED
Section IV Item AUTH8.1
DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL
Minutes of Meeting #11/12, held on November 8, 2012.
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RES.#A250/12 -LOWEST BID NOT ACCEPTED
Receipt of report approved by the Chief Administrative Officer o
of contract to bidder other than the lowest bidder.
(Executive Res.#B179/12)
Moved by:Dave Ryan
Seconded by:Glenn Mason
THAT the report from the Chief Administrative Officer on award o
of the fencing surrounding Fisherville Church and Townline Cemet
Pioneer Village to Byte Construction Limited, who was not the lo
CARRIED
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ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
RES.#A251/12 -APPLICATIONS FOR PERMITS PURSUANT TO ONTARIO
REGULATION 166/06
Moved by:Richard Whitehead
Seconded by:Maria Augimeri
THAT Ontario Regulation 166/06 Items EX10.1 - EX10.62, inclusive
Committee Minutes #10/12, held on December 7, 2012, be received.
CARRIED
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TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11:28 a.m., on Friday, Janu
Gerri Lynn O'ConnorBrian Denney
ChairSecretary-Treasurer
/ks
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MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #11/12
January 25, 2013
The Authority Meeting #11/12, was held in Weston Room B, Black
on Friday, January 25, 2013. The Vice Chair Maria Augimeri, called the meeting to order
at 9:33 a.m.
PRESENT
Maria AugimeriVice Chair
David BarrowMember
Ben CacholaMember
Bob CallahanMember
Raymond ChoMember
Ronald ChopowickMember
Vincent CrisantiMember
Michael Di BiaseMember
Chris FonsecaMember
Jack HeathMember
Mujeeb KhanMember
Gloria Lindsay LubyMember
Glenn MasonMember
Mike MattosMember
Linda PabstMember
John ParkerMember
Anthony PerruzzaMember
Dave RyanMember
Deb SchulteMember
John SprovieriMember
Cynthia ThorburnMember
Jim ToveyMember
Richard WhiteheadMember
ABSENT
Paul AinslieMember
Glenn De BaeremaekerMember
Colleen JordanMember
Peter MilczynMember
Gerri Lynn O'ConnorChair
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RES.#A252/12 - MINUTES
Moved by: Gloria Lindsay Luby
Seconded by: Dave Ryan
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #10/12, held on January 4, 2013, be
CARRIED
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DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
(1)Ronald Chopowick declared a pecuniary interest in regard to item
Pipelines Inc., Line 9B Reversal and Capacity Expansion Project
in Enbridge.
(2)Gloria Lindsay Luby declared a pecuniary interest in regard to i
Pipelines Inc., Line 9B Reversal and Capacity Expansion Project
Enbridge.
DELEGATIONS
(a)A delegation by Ms. Liz White, Director, Animal Alliance of Canada, speaking in regard
to item AUTH7.3 - Double-crested Cormorants.
A delegation by Mr. Barry MacKay, Canadian Representative, Born F
(b)
in regard to item AUTH7.3 - Double-crested Cormorants.
(c)A delegation by Mr. Kevin O'Connor, President, Friends of the Rou
speaking in regard to the Rouge National Urban Park.
RES.#A253/12 -DELEGATIONS
Moved by:Linda Pabst
Seconded by:Ronald Chopowick
THAT above-noted delegations (a) - (b) be received.
CARRIED
RES.#A254/12 -DELEGATIONS
Moved by:Jack Heath
Seconded by:John Parker
THAT above-noted delegation (c) be received.
CARRIED
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PRESENTATIONS
(a)A presentation by Laurie Nelson, Senior Manager, Development, Pla
TRCA in regard to item EX7.1 The Living City Policies for Planni
the Watersheds of Toronto and Region Conservation Authority - Dr
.#A255/12 -PRESENTATIONS
RES
Moved by:Michael Di Biase
Seconded by:Mujeeb Khan
THAT above-noted presentation (a) be received.
CARRIED
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CORRESPONDENCE
(a)A letter from Councillor Glenn De Baeremaeker, in regard to item AUTH7.4 - Enbridge
Pipelines Inc., Line 9B Reversal and Capacity Expansion Project.
RES.#A256/12 -CORRESPONDENCE
Moved by:Cynthia Thorburn
Seconded by:David Barrow
THAT above-noted correspondence (a) be received.
CARRIED
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CORRESPONDENCE (A)
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SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION
RES.#A257/12 -MUD CREEK RESTORATION PROJECT
Approval to enter into an Agreement with the City of Toronto to
implement restoration works in Mud Creek.
Moved by:Mike Mattos
Seconded by:Dave Ryan
THAT approval be granted to enter into an agreement with the Cit
implement restoration works in Mud Creek;
THAT the agreement be subject to availability of funding from th
AND FURTHER THAT authorized Toronto and Region Conservation Auth
officials be directed to take any action necessary to implement
obtaining any required approvals and the signing and execution o
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The City of Toronto and TRCA have been concerned with the erosio
Creek for several years. In 2010, a geomorphic assessment of Mud
by Toronto Water titled Mud Creek Geomorphic Systems Master Plan. Mud Creek was divided
into six reaches, each separated by culverts. A map of the delineated reaches is shown in
Attachment 1.
In the winter of 2012 TRCA implemented restoration works at the
located at the most downstream limits of the creek adjacent to E
using the design recommendations from the aforementioned Master
2012 erosion capital budget. Following the success of this proje
Forestry & Recreation (PF&R) staff asked TRCA to implement resto
City of Toronto at additional priority areas, the next planned a
commence in February 2013.
The proposed work for Mud Creek Reach 5 includes a 24 m extensio
diameter corrugated metal culvert, the removal of failed gabion
stabilization with armourstone retaining walls and a vegetated r
will be maintained with a plunge pool, armourstone retaining wei
throughout the length of the reach. The primary intent is to imp
Reach 5 and improved flow management, however secondary objectiv
species removal and intensive plantings with native vegetation f
conditions.
Future additional works will be implemented by TRCA at the reque
project-by-project basis, subject to confirmation of available f
necessary permits and approvals.
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RATIONALE
PF&R staff has requested the assistance of TRCA's Restoration Se
implementation of restoration works in Mud Creek based on TRCA's
Creek through ongoing annual monitoring and several past restora
Reach 1.
The scope of work to be undertaken by TRCA consists of the follo
1.Prepare a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the Mud Creek Re
2.Provide detailed cost estimates for each identified project area
3.
Prepare, issue, award and manage all subcontracts for equipment,
related to the construction of works.
4.Implement the works as per the approved designs.
5.Provide financial and other documentation as specified in the MO
Recognizing that the City of Toronto is funding the implementati
adopt the City of Toronto's purchasing policy regarding the use
workers for any subcontracted work.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
The preliminary budget for Reach 5 is estimated at $775,000 excluding HST, plus a 10%
contingency to be expended by TRCA with permission from the City
project is 100% recoverable from the City of Toronto.
Report prepared by: Moranne McDonnell, 416-392-9725
Emails: mmcdonnell@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Moranne McDonnell, 416-392-9725
Emails: mmcdonnell@trca.on.ca
Date: January 04, 2013
Attachments: 1
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Attachment 1
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RES.#A258/12 -MEADOWCLIFFE DRIVE SLOPE STABILIZATION PROJECT
Award of Contract RSD12-181 for the supply and
Contract RSD12-181.
delivery of approximately 4,700 tonnes of armour stone.
Moved by:Mike Mattos
Seconded by:Dave Ryan
THAT Contract RSD12-181 for the supply and delivery of approxima
4-6 tonne armour stone to the Meadowcliffe Drive Slope Stabiliza
of Toronto, be awarded to J.C. Rock Limited for a total unit pri
a total cost not to exceed $227,856.00, plus 10% contingency to
authorized by TRCA staff, plus HST, it being the lowest bid that
Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff cost estimates and sp
THAT should staff be unable to achieve an acceptable contract wi
staff be authorized to enter into and conclude contract negotiat
suppliers that submitted Quotations, beginning with the next low
specifications;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take a
to implement the foregoing, including the signing and execution
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The Meadowcliffe Drive Erosion Control Project is located along
shoreline at the base of the Scarborough Bluffs west of Bellamy
The purpose of the project is to provide long-term shoreline pro
wave energy, stabilize slopes, enhance natural processes and pro
on the top of the slope. As a result, risk to public safety and infrastructure will be red
passive recreational opportunities will be increased, and aquati
conditions will be improved.
The preferred option determined through the Class Environmental
shoreline treatment consisting of a cobble stone beach retained
earth berm at the east end of the shoreline to provide enhanced
eastern most properties.
The armour stone material will be used for the construction of B
RATIONALE
Quotation packages were sent to 14 suppliers as follows:
Brent Quarries
B-Town Group
CDR YoungÔs Aggregate Inc.
Dufferin Aggregates
Earthco Soils
Fowler Construction
Glenn Windrem trucking
J.C. Rock Limited
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James Dick Construction
Lafarge Aggregates
Miller Group
Nelson Aggregate Co.
R.W. Tomlinson Ltd.
Strada Aggregates
Tender RSD12-180 was publicly advertised on the electronic procu Biddingo (
http://www.biddingo.com/) on December 18, 2012. Request for Tenders were opened on Friday
January 4th, 2013 by the Tender Opening Committee with the follo
Contract RSD12-181- Supply and Delivery of Approximately 4,700 T
4-6 Tonne Armour Stone
TOTAL UNIT PRICETOTAL VALUE OF
BIDDERSPER TONNECONTRACT
(Plus HST)(Plus HST)
J.C. Rock Limited $48.48$227,856.00
C.D.R. YoungÔs Aggregates Inc.$49.72$233,684.00
Glenn Windrem Trucking$56.00$263,200.00
Based on the bids received, staff recommends that J.C. Rock Lime
RSD12-181 for the supply and delivery of approximately 4,700 ton
stone for the unit cost of $48.48 per tonne and a total amount n
HST, it being the lowest bid that meets TRCA staff cost estimate
RSD12-181 is subject to a 10% contingency to be expended as auth
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Funds are available within account #145-01 from the Toronto Erosion Capital Budget.
Report prepared by: Jordan Budway, 416-392-9721
Emails: jbudway@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: James Dickie, 416-392-9702
Emails: jdickie@trca.on.ca
Date: January 08, 2013
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RES.#A259/12 -DOUBLE-CRESTED CORMORANTS
2012 Management Summary and 2013 Management Strategy. Summary
of 2012 management activities and 2013 management strategy for
Double-crested Cormorants at Tommy Thompson Park.
Moved by:Ronald Chopowick
Seconded by:Ben Cachola
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THAT staff be directed to continue to work with the Cormorant Ad
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) in addressing m
regarding colonial waterbirds at Tommy Thompson Park (TTP);
THAT staff be directed to work with the Ontario Ministry of Natu
Wildlife Service and any other required regulatory agency to see
management strategy for colonial waterbirds at TTP;
THAT staff be directed to implement the proposed management stra
THAT staff be directed to continue to actively participate in lo
committees/working groups addressing the management and protecti
waterbirds;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Authority annually reg
management of Double-crested Cormorants at Tommy Thompson Park.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Tommy Thompson Park is an urban wilderness park located at the f
City of Toronto. It supports the largest colony of Double-crest
Great Lakes Region, plus diverse communities of bird, fish, rept
vegetation species. It has been formally designated as a global
Area (IBA) and an Environmentally Significant Area (ESA #120). T
the development of TTP includes the goal of conserving and manag
and environmentally significant areas of the park. While the DC
of the park and is environmentally significant, there are concer
on tree health and biodiversity in other areas at TTP.
TRCA began a process to ensure the TTP Master Plan goals and obj
the concerns are addressed. TRCA initiated the involvement of s
create a management strategy for DCCO at TTP. The process start
the establishment of the Cormorant Advisory Group, and lead to t
Cormorant Management Strategy which was approved by the TRCA Boa
Resolution #A110/08:
THAT staff be directed to continue to work with the Cormorant Ad
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) in addressing management concerns
regarding colonial waterbirds at Tommy Thompson Park (TTP);
THAT staff be directed to work with the Ontario Ministry of Natu, Canadian
Wildlife Service and any other required regulatory agency to see
management strategy for colonial waterbirds at TTP;
THAT staff be directed to implement the proposed management stra;
THAT staff be directed to continue to actively participate in lo, regional and binational
committees/working groups addressing the management and protecti
waterbirds;
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AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Authority next year reg
management of Double-crested Cormorants at Tommy Thompson Park.
Since 2008 TRCA staff has annually sought approval from the Auth
management strategy and has subsequently reported back on the St
end of the breeding season:
A22/09,
2009 as per Resolution #
2010 as per Resolution #A23/10,
2011 as per Resolution #A49/11, and
2012 as per Resolution #A19/12.
The overall goal of the Double-crested Cormorant Strategic Appro
Cormorant Advisory Group in 2007, is to achieve a balance betwee
a healthy, thriving cormorant colony and the other ecological, e
recreational values of TTP. The objectives of the Strategic Appr
increase public knowledge, awareness, and appreciation of coloni
deter cormorant expansion to Peninsula D;
limit further loss of tree canopy on Peninsulas A, B and C; and
continue research on colonial waterbirds in an urban wilderness
To achieve the goals and objectives of the Strategic Approach, T
management techniques between 2009 and 2012 that included inacti
pre-nesting deterrents, active nest removals and post-nesting deAlong with
deterrents, TRCA also worked to attract DCCO to nest on the grou
nesting areas, providing straw for nesting materials, installing
DCCO courtship calls and limiting disturbance of the ground nest
of Double-crested Cormorants at Tommy Thompson Park 2012 Summary
details on management actions and is available upon request.
Results from annual population counts show an increase in the gr
levelling off in the tree nesting colonies. This data suggested
appear to be effective in meeting the goal and objectives of the
TRCA scaled back pre-nesting deterrents on Peninsula B and the c
try to determine if ongoing deterrents were required throughout
adapting pre-nesting deterrents would still be effective in meet
Strategic Approach. Therefore, in 2012 pre-nesting deterrents w
as per the adaptive approach, with the exception of active nest
target areas on Peninsulas B and C, as well as ongoing human preAs
per the Strategic Approach, the active nest removal followed the
estimating nest age, to avoid removal of nests with eggs older t
Although identified as a management technique in the 2012 Strateg
B, C and D, the post-breeding deterrents were not undertaken as
in these areas.
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Public knowledge, awareness and appreciation for DCCO at TTP con
webcam in the Peninsula B ground nest colony; a blind on Peninsu
DCCO, Black-crowned Night-Heron (BCNH) and Great Egret (GREG); a
the colony at various public events, including a Colonial Waterb
Festival, presentations and park tours.
In 2012 a total of 11,741 DCCO nests were counted on three of fo
represents a slight increase of 367 nests over the 2011 nest cou
numbers was due solely to ground nesting on Peninsula B which in
2011, where as the tree nesting populations on Peninsulas A, B a
and 11 percent respectively. Overall, the ground nest populatio
since management efforts began in 2008. This is a positive tren
enhancements are working to help achieve the goal of the continu
thriving cormorant colony. The significant increase in the numb
50 percent of the TTP cormorant colony now nests on the ground,
impacting the tree health.
Tree nesting appears to be declining, with overall DCCO populati
by 13 percent in 2012. Also in 2012 the number of trees nested in decreased by 11 percen
thereby resulting in no further loss to the forest canopy.
Given the continued increase in ground nesting and the decline o
reduced deterrents, it appears the adaptive approach employed in
management strategy and is also more efficient, as less staff ti
Overall, the 2012 Management Strategy was successful in meeting
Strategic Approach.
while the overall nest numbers have increased in 2012, DCCO were
from expanding their nesting areas beyond the existing colonies,
Peninsula D;
ground nesting continued to increase and now represents 50 perce
DCCO population;
tree nesting decreased on all three peninsulas;
colonial waterbird research continued through the work of York U
public knowledge, awareness and appreciation of colonial waterbi
through targeted site interpretation by staff at various park ev
tours, as well ground nest colony interpretation using webcam im
and a viewing blind on Peninsula C.
RATIONALE
An extremely high level of concern has been expressed regarding Dr
management. Concerns have been raised from both sides, on the o
management and the preservation of forest canopy, and on the oth
birds and their nesting colonies. TRCA has an obligation to man
as directed by the Master Plan for Tommy Thompson Park as approv
Environmental Assessment Act. To meet the intent of the Master Plan, TRCA staff feel that t
is a strong rationale for undertaking a strategic approach to th
Cormorants at Tommy Thompson Park.
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Since November 2007, TRCA has involved stakeholders and the publ
for management and developing a strategy for DCCO at TTP. Gener
process there has been agreement that some form of management is
that the methods are humane to cormorants and do not affect othe
Based on the annual data from the nest counts, adaptive manageme
reduced deterrents, appear to be effective in meeting the goal a
Approach. TRCA's strategy continues to receive a high level of s
Advisory Group, the public and TRCA partners. Both the Advisory
promoting TRCA's management approach at other sites throughout tAs
such, TRCA will carry out the Strategic Approach developed in 20
(Attachment 1 Ï Table 2).
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
A suite of techniques will be utilized in an integrated and adapt
and objectives of the 2013 Strategic Approach, which maintains t
from 2008. Attachment 1 Ï Table 2 provides an overview of the 2013 Strategic
Increase Public Knowledge, Awareness and Appreciation
TRCA website, including images from the remote camera. Improvem
to photo cataloguing so that the technical errors experience in
and photo interpretation will be updated on a regular basis so t
informed on the status of nesting;
Conduct interpretive tours for school and interest groups, and a
Maintain opportunities to view colonial waterbirds with viewing
Present information at conferences and forums; and
Participate in working groups on colonial waterbirds.
Inactive Nest Removal
Remove nests from trees on Peninsulas B and C during the winter,
season.
Enhanced Ground Nesting
Place natural nests collected during inactive nest removal in gr
Peninsulas A and B;
Play auditory breeding calls to attract DCCO to ground nest area
Deploy DCCO decoys on Peninsula A later in the breeding season t
inexperienced DCCO to nest in the ground nest area; and
Erect predator exclosures to improve ground nesting success and
establishment.
Pre-nesting Deterrents
The expansion of tree nesting DCCO beyond the existing colonies
C will be prevented. Deterrents within the core of the tree nes
B and C will not be undertaken;
DCCO will be prevented from nesting on Peninsula D;
Deterrent techniques will remain the same as 2012 and employed o
scale of activity to ensure expansion of the tree nesting area d
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Staff will monitor the effects deterrent activities have on the
non-target species.
Post-breeding Deterrents
Deterrent activities will take place on Peninsula C and D to red
Techniques will be the same as 2012 and will be employed on an i
activity.
Monitoring, Research and Reporting
Undertake annual nest census for colonial waterbirds in late May
Conduct modified annual tree health surveys on Peninsulas A, B,
August;
Continue to collaborate with York University on DCCO research;
Complete annual summary report; and
Meet with Cormorant Advisory Group to review data and discuss th
for 2014.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Funds are identified in the Tommy Thompson Park Interim Manageme
Preliminary 2013 Capital Budget from the City of Toronto.
Report prepared by: Ralph Toninger, extension 5366; Karen McDona
Emails: rtoninger@trca.on.ca, kmcdonald@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Karen McDonald, extension 5248
Emails: kmcdonald@trca.on.ca
Date: December 05, 2012
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Attachment 1
Table 1: 2012 Strategic Approach Matrix
Peninsula APeninsula BPeninsula CPeninsula D
Inactive Nest Removal
**
(prior to 2012 breeding season)
Enhanced Ground Nesting**
Pre-nesting Deterrents***
Post-breeding Deterrents**
Table 2: 2013 Proposed Strategic Approach Matrix
Peninsula APeninsula BPeninsula CPeninsula D
Inactive Nest Removal
**
(prior to 2013 breeding season)
Enhanced Ground Nesting**
Pre-nesting Deterrents***
Post-breeding Deterrents**
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RES.#A260/12 -ENBRIDGE PIPELINES INC., LINE 9B REVERSAL AND CAPACITY
EXPANSION PROJECT
Report on Line 9B Reversal Project and general areas of concern
crude oil and its potential effect on the environment and drinki
from spills.
Moved by:Cynthia Thorburn
Seconded by:David Barrow
THAT if timelines do not permit a staff report to the Authority,
Executive Officer be authorized to provide staff with direction,
to how to proceed with respect to participation in the NEB Heari
Inc., Line 9B Reversal and Capacity Expansion Project;
AND FURTHER THAT the remainder of the staff report and recommend
to Authority Meeting #2/13, scheduled to be held on March 22, 20
CARRIED
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RES.#A261/12 -HIGH ROPES ADVENTURE COURSE AND ZIP LINE
Lease of Lands to Treetop Trekking Inc.. Lease of land for devel
of high ropes adventure course and zip line at Heart Lake Conser
Area, Bruce's Mill Conservation Area and Kortright Centre for
Conservation.
Moved by:Deb Schulte
Seconded by:Raymond Cho
WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) has inv
enter into a lease of lands for a high ropes adventure course an
Lake Conservation Area, City of Brampton, Peel Region; Kortright
Conservation, City of Vaughan, York Region; Bruce's Mill Conservation Area, Town of
Whitchurch-Stouffville, York Region; and Bolton Camp, Town of Caledon, Peel Region;
AND WHEREAS TRCA received proposals from proponents to enter int
for a high ropes adventure course and zip Line at the Heart Lake
Kortright Centre for Conservation and Bruce's Mill Conservation
AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of TRCA, that it is in the best
further its objectives as set out in Section 20 of the Conservat
into a lease agreement with Treetop Trekking Inc.;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA enter into a lease of lan
Trekking Inc. for purposes of a high ropes adventure course and
Conservation Area, Concession 2 East of Centre Road, Part of Lot
Conservation, Vaughan, Concession 7 Part of Lot 19; and Bruce's Mill Conservati
Markham Concession 5 Part of Lot 30;
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THAT the lease arrangement with Treetop Trekking Inc. be premise
(i)the term of the lease will be five years with option for a fi
same terms and conditions, pending approval by both parties;
(ii) the minimum rental rate is to be $69,600.00 annually each f
Conservation Area and Kortright Centre for Conservation, and $30
for Bruce's Mill Conservation Area, plus a minimum of 7% of gros
(iii) Treetop Trekking Inc. shall be solely responsible for all
associated with the installation, maintenance, operation, progra
of the facilities, including TSSA (Technical Standards and Safet
approval, insurance and any other documentation required by TRCA
(iv) any other terms and conditions deemed appropriate by TRCA s
THAT appropriate internal reviews including archaeology and ecol
out at Kortright Centre for Conservation by TRCA, prior to a dec
project;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take w
be required to implement the lease, including the obtaining of n
the signing and execution of any documents.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
It is the intention of TRCA to draw additional users to its faci
diversify the client base, resulting in increased revenue and si
community. High ropes adventure course and zip line parks have b
popular outdoor adventure activities in the country that can be
Visitors can experience an exciting adventure at the tops of the
like never before. High ropes adventure course and zip line park
adventure tourism travel.
The proposed high ropes and zip Line parks will extend the opera
facilities into shoulder seasons. The parks will operate on a re
October, and will be open based on pre-booked reservations betwe
February.
The proposed high ropes adventure course and zip Line parks will
elevated courses winding through the trees. Each course will inc
platforms around each tree; a variety of games consisting of woo
distance between each platform; and zip line cables which climbe
glide to another platform. A typical park will have anywhere from four to eight courses rang
in difficulty from beginner courses to expert courses.
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Beginner Courses:
These areas will give kids and beginner climbers their first tas
course while experiencing easier games and obstacles. Climbers w
hop from tree to tree, play games such as balance logs, three-wi
bridges and hammock nets as well as dart around on short zip lin
excitement.
Intermediate Courses:
These courses will take climbers to increased heights with more
hanging logs, slanted log bridges and Tarzan swings. Climbers wi
lookouts with amazing views of surrounding woodlands and water b
include longer zip lines.
Advanced Courses:
A series of challenging advanced games such as hanging stirrups,
and steep, long hammock nets will test climbers on their way up.
involve Tarzan ropes, massive zip lines and huge Tarzan swings.
Expert Courses:
Climbers wanting the ultimate test will love this challenge. Thi
other courses where users will find some of the most challenging
bridge, a stirrup and log crossing, and monkey bars.
Course activities and names will reflect those of wildlife anima
The following outlines proposed designs for each location:
Kortright Centre for Conservation
The size of the area, unique topography, types of trees and exis
with the current natural education uses of the property make it
design includes two beginner, three intermediate, two advanced,
over 72 features. The beginner and intermediate courses will foc
market.
Heart Lake Conservation Area
The signature course will feature twin zip lines both at over 70
Lake. The initial property analysis and tree survey of the desi
yielded a unique and dynamic preliminary park layout. This preli
beginner courses, two Intermediate courses and two advanced cour
BruceÔs Mill Conservation Area
The area designated for this high ropes adventure and zip line p
Kortright Centre for Conservation and Heart Lake Conservation Ar
first of its kind experience: Treetop Goblin Forest. This experi
in the trees without the need to connect to lifeline cables. Kid
house to tree house with no harnesses or ropes, since the course
netting.
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It is the intention of TRCA to pursue the recommendations outlin
Conservation Area Master Plan and Bruce's Mill Conservation Area
City Campus of Kortright Vision Plan in their entirety.
One of the key recommendations of the Heart Lake Conservation Ar
in Chapter 5: Public Use and Recreation Plan, is:
"The development of a skills development area with ropes course.
development area could be managed by trained HLCA staff, tendere
operator, or managed by a park partner (e.g. City of Brampton, o
Wilderness Center)."
One of the key recommendations of the Bruce's Mill Conservation
in Chapter 5: Public Use and Recreation Plan, is:
"Construction of a skills development area, including a ropes co
One of the key recommendations of The Living City Campus at Kort
canopy walk.
In October 2007 and March 2009, the Authority approved resolutioA231/07 and #A27/09,
respectively, directing staff to enter into lease of land negoti
and zip line at Heart Lake Conservation Area. At this time, the high ropes adventure course and
zip line was in its infancy in Ontario, and TRCA was not comfort
to the inexperience of proponents at the time so did not come to
in 2007 nor 2009. Since then, several firms have established si
viable industry in Ontario.
Treetop Trekking Inc. has established itself as a major player i
including a site in the Ganaraska Forest in partnership with Gan
Authority (GRCA). TRCA staff visited the Ganaraska operation and
reference from GRCA staff on the partnership through this first
Trekking Inc. The facility provides additional programming for
onsite education field centre.
RATIONALE
Request for Proposal (RFP) was publically advertised on the elec
Biddingo (www.biddingo.com). The following companies received an
documentation:
Challenges Unlimited
Spieth Anderson International
Treetop Trekking Inc.
Chicopee Tube Park
Tremblant Activities / Vivre Per Che
Long Point Eco-Adventures
Eagle Crest Aerial Parks
Treego
Arbre Adventure
Treetop Adventures
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Two proposals were received from the following firms and opened
Stranks, Jenifer Moravek and Kate Pankov) on November 30, 2012:
ArborTrek Canopy Adventures, LLC
Treetop Trekking Inc.
Proposals were reviewed and evaluated in detail using the follow
financial proposal to TRCA, including lease rates and any percen
offered;
detailed design and drawings;
business Management Plan;
qualifications and capabilities;
detailed description of the ProponentÔs understanding of the Pro
scope and objectives, and a discussion of potential issues that
attention;
proponent's social performance locally and globally;
description of commitment to corporate environmental stewardship
project work plan including a detailed schedule indicating the s
duration of each task, together with the timing of key milestone
term of lease; and
references;
After careful review of the proposals received, as well as a pres
proponent, staff concluded that the proposal submitted by Treeto
to the other proposal received based on the aforementioned evalu
received from Treetop Trekking Inc. showcases an exciting and un
option that compliments natural areas as well as brings economic
Neither proponent chose to submit a proposal for Bolton Camp unt
obtained on the timing and nature of redevelopment of the site.
re-issue a Request for Proposal for Bolton Camp through the rede
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
Upon TRCA approval, the necessary negotiations required to imple
development of the outlined high ropes adventure course and zip
subject to terms and conditions satisfactory to TRCA staff and s
internal reviews including archaeology and ecology are to be car
Conservation by TRCA, prior to a decision to proceed with the pr
sites at Heart Lake Conservation Area and Bruce's Mill Conservat
through the Master Plan process.
TRCA will also foster partnerships with existing client groups s
Community Safety Village at Bruce's Mill to increase and drive c
adventure course and zip line parks.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
The proposal received from Treetop Trekking Inc. included the fo
Lease Payment: $69,600 per annum to be paid to TRCA at Heart Lak
Area.
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Lease Payment: $69,600 per annum to be paid to TRCA at Kortright
Conservation.
Lease Payment: $30,000 per annum to be paid to TRCA at Bruce's M
Area.
7% of gross revenues to be paid to TRCA.
Treetop Trekking Inc. will be responsible for all costs relating
maintenance and operations relating to the high ropes adventure
The following projected revenues are based on a full season of o
the initial proposal by Treetop Trekking Inc.
Heart Lake Conservation Area Projected Revenues:
Projected Revenues: Year 1Year 2Year 3
Lease Revenues ($5,800 per month)$69,600.00$69,600.00$69,600.00
Projected Attendance Revenues$75,343.00$98,603.00$119,406.00
TOTAL REVENUE$144,943.00$168,203.00$189,006.00
Kortright Centre for Conservation Projected Revenues
Year 1Year 2Year 3
Projected Revenues:
Lease Revenues ($5,800 per month)$69,600.00$69,600.00$69,600.00
Projected Attendance Revenues$69,423.00$91,526.00$119,606.00
TOTAL REVENUE$139,023.00$161,126.00$189,206.00
Bruce's Mill Conservation Area Projected Revenues:
Year 1Year 2Year 3
Projected Revenues:
Lease Revenues ($2,500 per month)$30,000.00$30,000.00$30,000.00
Projected Attendance Revenues$57,855.00$74,960.00$87,703.00
TOTAL REVENUE$87,855.00$104,960.00$117,703.00
Report prepared by: Kate Pankov, extension 6418
Emails: kpankov@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Derek Edwards, extension 5672
Emails: dedwards@trca.on.ca
Date: January 08, 2013
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RES.#A262/12 -GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2011-2015
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Lake Ontario Waterfront
Pickering Harbour Company (Limited), CFN 36049. Acquisition of
property located at the FrenchmanÔs Bay Harbour entrance between
east and west spits in the City of Pickering, Regional Municipal
Durham, under the Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2011-2015,
Waterfront Component.
Moved by:Mike Mattos
Seconded by:Dave Ryan
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) acquire th
requirements from Pickering Harbour Company (Limited) (PHCL) to
construction, maintenance and/or repair of the FrenchmanÔs Bay H
Project:
Parcel ÓAÔ
Fee simple interest in a parcel of vacant land and water lot con
(8.318 acres) more or less, being Parts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 on R
City of Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham;
Parcel ÓBÔ
A permanent easement over vacant land and water lot containing 0
acres) more or less, being Parts 8, 10 and 12 on Registered Plan
Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham;
Parcel ÓCÔ
Temporary working easement over vacant land containing 0.399 hec
more or less, for the construction purposes being Parts 7, 9 and
40R-27785, City of Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham;
THAT the purchase price be the nominal consideration of $2.00 to
the reasonable legal fees of PHCL, which are not to exceed $25,0
applicable HST in connection with the negotiation and completion
THAT TRCA receive the conveyance of the partial takings free fro
to existing service easements and licenses together with a perma
PHCL will reserve for its shore wall maintenance purposes being
Plan 40R-27785;
THAT the firm of Gardiner Roberts LLP, Barristers & Solicitors,
the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable e
to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs, and disbursem
AND FURTHER THAT the authorized TRCA officials be directed to ta
action to finalize the transactions including obtaining needed a
execution of documents.
CARRIED
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BACKGROUND
A94/10, at Authority Meeting #5/10, held on June 25, 2010, approv
Resolution #
Greenlands Acquisition Project, 2011-2015.
At Authority Meeting #10/03, held on January 9, 2004, Resolution A292/03, was approved as
follows:
THAT staff be directed to prepare a Pickering Harbour Company Wa
Project (the "Project") on a multi-year basis in the City of Pickering, Region of Durham as
a component of the Region of Durham's waterfront multi-year project;
THAT prior to preparation of the Project, the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
(TRCA) obtain written support and a partnership commitment from the Ci
and the Pickering Harbour Company for such a major waterfront ini;
THAT the TRCA, in preparing the Project, including a funding partnership, seek
commitments from, but not limited to, the Government of Canada, the Province of
Ontario, the Regional Municipality of Durham, the City of Pickering and the Pickering
Harbour Company;
AND FURTHER THAT the City of Pickering and the Pickering Harbour
advised.
Further at Authority Meeting #8/12, held on October 26, 2012, ReA187/12, was
approved as follows:
, 2012 the federal and provincial governments announced that they
WHEREAS on July 1
will contribute a total of $6 million toward the FrenchmanÔs Bay Harbour Entrance
Project;
AND WHEREAS The City of Pickering has approved in its 2012 Parks
provide $3 million toward the Project;
AND WHEREAS the total estimated cost of $9 million for the Project will be shared
equally between the federal and provincial governments and the C;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT Toronto and Region Conservatio
(TRCA) staff be directed to enter into a memorandum of understanding wit
Pickering to carry out the Project;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized officials be directed to take the nec
implement any agreements including obtaining needed approvals and
execution of documents.
Negotiations have been conducted with Harold Hough, President of
Attached is a sketch showing the location of the subject site.
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RATIONALE
The subject lands are required for the construction, maintenance
FrenchmanÔs Bay Harbour Entrance Project.
TAXES AND MAINTENANCE
The structures completed with the FrenchmanÔs Bay Harbour Entran
maintained by the City of Pickering. Dredging of the channel wit
TRCA subject to available funding.
Based on the realty tax paid on surrounding TRCA properties, the
will be less than $1,000 per year.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Funds for the costs related to the purchase such as survey and l
land acquisition capital account.
Report prepared by: Mike Fenning, extension 5223, Dan OÔDonohue,
Emails: Mfenning@trca.on.ca, DO'Donohue@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Mike Fenning, extension 5223
Emails: Mfenning@trca.on.ca
Date: January 21, 2013
Attachments: 1
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Attachment 1
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RES.#A263/12 -THE LIVING CITY POLICIES FOR PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT IN
THE WATERSHEDS OF TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION
AUTHORITY - DRAFT
Public and Stakeholder Consultation. Release of The Living City
draft document for public and stakeholder consultation.
(Executive Res.#B191/12)
Moved by:Michael Di Biase
Seconded by:Mujeeb Khan
WHEREAS conservation authorities have a legislated and mandated
the Conservation Authorities Act to have board-approved policies
conservation, restoration, development and management of natural
AND WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) sta
policy document entitled: The Living City Policies for Planning
Watersheds of TRCA, to update and replace TRCAÔs Valley and Stre
Management Program (1994);
AND WHEREAS public and stakeholder consultation on the draft pol
provincial requirement and will improve the comprehensiveness an
document;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA release The Living City P
document for public and stakeholder consultation as outlined in
THAT all of TRCA's municipal partners, provincial ministries, th
Development Industry (BILD), environmental non-governmental agen
watershed and waterfront interest groups, neighbouring conservat
other stakeholders be so advised by the CEO's Office;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back on the outcomes of the consul
proposed revisions.
CARRIED
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RES.#A264/12 -CLAIREVILLE HEIGHTS LIMITED
Request for a Temporary Licence Agreement to Provide Access for
Construction
Humber River Watershed
City of Brampton, Regional Municipality of Peel, CFN 48539. Rece
request from Claireville Heights Limited to provide access over
TRCA-owned lands for the purpose of construction activity, on ad
lands owned by Claireville Heights Limited, in order to excavate
foundation for each of its three proposed residential condominiu
buildings.
(Executive Res.#B192/12)
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Moved by:Deb Schulte
Seconded by:Mujeeb Khan
WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is in r
from Claireville Heights Limited to provide a temporary licence
construction/access easement over TRCA-owned lands located on th
main branch of the west Humber River within the Claireville Cons
of Brampton;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT a temporary licence for a 10 m
construction/access easement over TRCA lands within the Clairevi
be granted to Claireville Heights Limited for access for the pur
activity, on adjacent lands owned by Claireville Heights Limited
foundation for each of its three proposed residential condominiu
THAT the temporary licence for entry onto TRCA lands to be limit
month terms (24 months in total);
THAT each of the terms for the three proposed excavation/constru
commence on a date chosen by Claireville Heights Limited, provid
written notice (no later than 14 days prior to the start of each
commencement date to TRCA;
THAT the Licence shall expire for all Terms not later than Decem
THAT prior to the commencement of each phase/term, Claireville H
TRCA the following amounts for the use and restoration/enhanceme
(a)thirty four thousand ($34,000.00) dollars plus HST, prior to
(b)thirty three thousand ($33,000.00) dollars plus HST, prior to
(c) thirty three thousand ($33,000.00) dollars plus HST, prior t
(d) pay TRCA's legal fees (to an upset limit of $3,500.00
connection with this Licence;
THAT at the conclusion of each excavation phase, Claireville Hei
and stabilize that portion of the TRCA lands affected by the exc
TRCA Restoration Services staff complete the restoration/enhance
phase with funding provided by Claireville Heights Limited;
THAT Claireville Heights Limited is to fully indemnify and save
and all claims for injuries, damages or loss of any nature resul
directly or indirectly from this temporary Licence Agreement or
construction;
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THAT an archaeological investigation be conducted before any sit
mitigative measures required being carried out all at the expens
Limited;
AND FURTHER THAT the authorized TRCA officials be directed to ta
action to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed ap
execution of documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A265/12 -BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE
Physical Plant Standards Policy. Approval of Black Creek Pioneer Village
Physical Plant Standard as required by the provincial Community
Museum Operating Grant program.
(Executive Res.#B193/12 & Res.#B194/12)
Moved by:Glenn Mason
Seconded by:Vincent Crisanti
THAT the Black Creek Pioneer Village (BCPV) Physical Plant Stand
December 8, 2012, be approved, subject to inclusion of an audit
statement that will be a standard for all TRCA policies;
AND FURTHER THAT the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport be s
CARRIED
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SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
RES.#A266/12 -SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:Deb Schulte
Seconded by:Chris Fonseca
THAT Section II item EX8.1 - EcoEnergy Innovation Initiative (EC
contained in Executive Committee Minutes #11/12, held on January
received.
CARRIED
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SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD
RES.#A267/12 -SUMMARY OF PROCUREMENTS
July 1, 2012 to December 31, 2012. Receipt of the 2012 end of ye
summary of procurements approved by the Chief Administrative Off
or his designate.
Moved by:Linda Pabst
Seconded by:Jack Heath
THAT the summary of Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (T
approved by the Chief Administrative Officer or his designate fo
December 31, 2012 period, be received.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #5/05, held on June 24, 2005, Resolution #A124/05 approved the
Purchasing Policy, and resolved, in part, as follows:
staff report to the Business Excellence Advisory Board semi-annually with a list of all
...
Requests for Quotations and Requests for Proposals approved by t
Administrative Officer pursuant to Schedule 'A';...
Pursuant to the resolution quoted above, the summaries of Reques
Requests for Proposals from July 1, 2012 to December 31, 2012, a
The report includes approvals of $10,000 or greater, to the maxi
policy, approved by the Chief Administrative Officer or his desi
Attachment 1 includes the criteria as to why non-competitive proc
the particular goods or services procured, as per Section 1.14 o
Conservation Authority's Purchasing Policy.
As permitted under the approved policy, the Chief Administrative
staff, generally including director and manager level positions,
up to $10,000 (including applicable taxes not recoverable by TRC
For the information of the members, staff undertook a review of
Authority and Executive Committee in 2012 (including contingencie
summary of purchases approved by the Authority and Executive Com
and Chief Administrative Officer/designate in 2012. Attachment 2 is a summary of July to
December 2012 purchases rather than the full year as the details
purchases were received by the Authority in July.
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Total 2012 Purchases of Minimum Value of $10,000
BoardCAO & Designates
(Plus HST)(Plus HST)
Sole Source$1,733,950.08$868,988.78
Lowest Bid/Competitive$15,506,825.29$5,911,612.35
Not Lowest Bid$0.00$30,592.50
TOTAL$17,240,775.37$6,811,193.63
GRAND TOTAL 2012$24,051,969.00
The total purchases approved for TRCA in 2012 of $10,000 or grea
million, including contingencies, excluding HST, as indicated in
Report prepared by: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264
Email: kstranks@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264
Email: kstranks@trca.on.ca
Date: January 14, 2013
Attachments: 3
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Attachment 1
TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
PURCHASING POLICY
Section 1.14Non - Competitive Procurement Process
A non-competitive procurement process shall only be used if one o
conditions apply and a process of negotiation is undertaken to o
Authorized Buyers are authorized to enter into negotiations
circumstances for the TRCA.
without formal competitive bids, under the following circumstanc
1.The goods and services are only available from one source or o
of:
A statutory or market based monopoly
A fluctuating market prevents the TRCA from obtaining price prote
market conditions, required goods or services are in short suppl
Existence of exclusive rights (patent, copyright or licence)
Need for compatibility with goods and services previously acquir
reasonable alternatives, substitutes or accommodations
Need to avoid violating warranties and guarantees where service
2.An attempt to purchase the required goods and services has been m
using a competitive method and has failed to identify a successf
3.When the extension or reinstatement of an existing contract wo
cost-effective or beneficial. The extension shall not exceed on
4.The goods and services are required as a result of an emergenc
reasonably permit the use of the other methods permitted.
5.The required goods and services are to be supplied by a partic
having special knowledge, skills, expertise or experience that c
any other supplier.
6.Any other sole or single source purchase permitted under the provy
including those noted in Schedule ÓBÔ.
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Attachment 2
REQUESTS FOR QUOTATION
Lowest Bid (up to $100,000)
Project/ProductAwarded BidderCost Not to ExceedNumber of
($)Quotations
Plus Applicable Requested/
TaxesComplete Bids
Received
ALFRED KUEHNE BOULEVARD STREAM REALIGNMENT AND RESTORATION PROJE
Supply & Delivery of Approximately 1,250 Glenn Windrem Trucking64,062.506/1
Tonnes of 500mm - 750mm Round Stone+10% contingency
Supply & Delivery of Approximately 1,205 Nelson Aggregate Co.33,559.256/3
Tonnes of 100mm - 200mm Round Stone+10% contingency
Supply & Delivery of Approximately 881 Tonnes Nelson Aggregate Co.43,829.756/2
of 300mm - 600mm Round Stone
+10% contingency
Supply & Delivery of Approximately 480 Tonnes Nelson Aggregate Co.12,513.066/4
of 150mm - 200mm Gabion Stone+10% contingency
BOB HUNTER MEMORIAL PARK TRAIL (YORK REGION SOUTHEAST COLLECTOR)
Supply & Delivery of Approximately 3,000 Lafarge North America46,950.003/3
Tonnes of Granular A Aggregate
Supply & Delivery of Approximately 1,000 Lafarge North America15,800.003/3
Tonnes of Limestone Screenings
Albion Hills & Indian Line Campgrounds G4S20,000.003/3
Security Services
FINNERTY SIDEROAD PARKING LOT (PALGRAVE TRAIL PLAN)
Supply and Delivery of Approximately 4,000 James Dick Construction 29,800.004/3
Tonnes of Clean, Engineerable FillLimited + 10% contingency
Supply and Delivery of Approximately 1,000 Franceschini Brothers 17,620.004/4
Tonnes of 50 mm Crusher Run LimestoneAggregates - Lafarge + 10% contingency
Supply and Delivery of Approximately 500 Franceschini Brothers 8,810.004/4
Tonnes of 19 mm Crusher Run LimestoneAggregates - Lafarge + 10% contingency
Installation of Helical Piers for Fishing Platform Foundation Supportworks of 17,400.003/3
at Heart Lake Conservation AreaOntario+10% contingency
Supply & Delivery of 13, 40-yard Bins for GFL Envrionmental10,842.003/3
Demolition of Two Houses at 149 & 173 +2,000.00 contingency
Chesterton Shores, Toronto
Purchase of 15 Units of DefibrillatorsMikey Network22,500.003/3
Acoustic Doppler Current Profile with Real-time Hoskin Scientific Limited80,882.002/2
Kinematic Capabilities
Design of Source Water Protection Approved Artbase10,500.00contract
Documentsextension
Removal and Disposal of Existing Fencing, and Atlas Fence19,600.0011/2
Installation of Approximately 800 Metres of Page +2,000.00 contingency
Wire Farm Fence at Nashville RMT
Creek Bypass Pumping System Works for the Xylem Inc.11,370.064/3
Stouffville Flood Control Channel Maintenance
+9,500.00 contingency
Project
Supply & Delivery of Approximately 1,250 Glenn Windrem Trucking44,875.005/4
Tonnes of 150mm - 450mm Rip-rap to German +4,500.00 contingency
Mill Settlers Park Emergency Works Project
568
REQUESTS FOR QUOTATION
Lowest Bid (up to $100,000)
Awarded BidderCost Not to ExceedNumber of
Project/Product
($)Quotations
Plus Applicable TaxesRequested/
Complete Bids
Received
MIMICO WATERFRONT PARK PROJECT (PHASE 2)
Supply & Delivery of Approximately 2,000 Cubic FSI Landscape Supply25,000.004/3
Metres of Screened Topsoil+2,500.00 contingency
Asphalt Pathway Paving WorksPave - 1 Limited22,045.006/6
+4,400.00 contingency
Supply & Installation of 450m of Black Chain Leone Fence Company 36,632.504/2
Link Fence & 9 Pedestrian GatesLimited+7,350.00 contingency
Supply & Application of TRCA Restoration Mix King Hydroseeding Inc.10,375.004/3
Grass Seed Mixed with Terraseed Mulch
Asphalt Pathway Paving WorksPave - 1 Limited6,771.01Contract
Extension
BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE
Printing 2012 Visitor Guide Warren's Waterless Printing10,964.003/3
2012 Summer Radio CampaignRogers Media17,400.003/3
Roblin's Mill Exterior PaintingJohn Bell Painting28,805.004/2
+10% contingency
Carriage Works Furnace ReplacementCanadian Air Technology10,800.003/3
+10% contingency
TOMMY THOMPSON PARK
Supply & Delivery of Four 2350mm x 1750mm x Acton Precast Concrete 17,100.004/2
1900mm Custom Precast Concrete Water Limited
+1,710.00 contingency
Control Structures to Embayment D Fish &
Water Level Control Structure
Supply & Installation of Hydro Service Location Dillisado Enterprises19,900.005/4
to the Staff Booth+5,500.00 contingency
Supply & Delivery of Approximately 840 Tonnes Strada Aggregates15,540.003/3
of 19mm Crusher Run Limestone - Front +10% contingency
Entrance Parking Lot
14,500.003/3
Re-carpeting of Mezzanine Level at Kortright Sanford and Company
+10% contingency
Centre for Conservation
HUMBER RIVER NEAR 60 ANN STREET BANK STABILIZATION PROJECT
Rental of 1 Operated Hydraulic Excavator, 1 TMI Contracting and 90,000.0010/3
Tri-axle Dump Truck & 2 Rubber Tire LoadersEquipment+7,450.00 contingency
Supply and Delivery of Approximately 700 Brock Aggregates 33,250.008/2
Tonnes of 500-850mm Round Stone+3,325.00 contingency
Supply and Delivery of Approximately 200 J.C. Rock Limited 10,400.008/5
Tonnes of 2-4 Tonnes Stackable Armour Stone+2,000.00 contingency
Supply and Delivery of Approximately 400 Nelson Aggregates Company 9,648.008/6
Tonnes of 150-300mm Gabion Stone
+2,000.00 contingency
Supply and Delivery of Approximately 300 Brock Aggregates14,250.008/3
Tonnes of 900-1200mm Round Stone+2,000.00 contingency
569
REQUESTS FOR QUOTATION
Lowest Bid (up to $100,000)
Awarded BidderCost Not to ExceedNumber of
Project/Product
($)Quotations
Plus Applicable TaxesRequested/
Complete Bids
Received
Asphalt Pathway Paving Works for Port Union Pave - 1 Limited63,675.0010/9
Waterfront Improvement Project (Phase 2)+20% contingency
TROUTBROOKE DRIVE SLOPE STABILIATION PROJECT
Supply All Labour, Materials & Equipment to T.B.G. Landscape Inc.15,120.006/3
Complete Detailed Design, Obtain Building +3,000.00 contingency
Permit & Install 3m x 6m Balcony
Disposal of Stockpiled Parkland SoilsT.B.G. Landscape Inc.19,948.005/4
+4,000.00 contingency
WILKET CREEK REHABILITATION PROJECT - SITE 3 PHASE 1
Creek Bypass Pumping System WorksAqua Tech Pump and Power54,826.444/3
+16,500.00
contingency
Supply and Delivery of Approximately 950 Glenn Windrem Trucking43,605.0013/3
Tonnes of 250mm-600mm Granite Rip-rap
+25% contingency
Stone
ACQUISITION OF VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT
2012 Skid Steer LoaderStewart's Equipment32,576.006/4
One New 2013 Midsize Pickup TruckYorkdale Toyota25,708.2015/4
Construct Residential Rain Garden Q Gardens Inc.10,936.868/4
Demonstration Site at Markham Museum
+1,093.69 contingency
New Computer Equipment, Software Licenses CDW Canada27,507.046/6
and Printers for Planning & Enforcement Staff+10% contingency
Eight Steel Road Plates for Temporary Clearwater Structures Inc.21,000.005/3
Construction Bridge
40 Garmin GPSMap 62 UnitsRadio World Inc.10,400.003/3
Printing Source Protection Reports & Swiss Print International75,000.003/3
Consultation Materials
+ delivery
5 Shoreham Drive South Office Insulation Foamit Spray Foam Insulation20,495.004/3
Project
Supply of Labour, Materials & Equipment for Serve Construction Limited29,379.505/3
Ashphalt Paving at Maurice J. Breen Park+7,350.00 contingency
Asphalt Repair & Box Culvert Installation at Mopal Construction Limited10,700.004/3
Milkman's Lane+10% contingency
Construction of a Greenhouse at Each of The Green Vision Construction Inc.33,200.008/2
Living City Farm at Kortright and the Albion Hills
Community Farm
Material & Installation of Livestock Exclusion System Fencing Stalls & 9,898.003/3
Fencing at Donnelly PropertyEquipment+989.80 contingency
Real Estate Appraisal Services for 6 Properties D. Bottero & Associates 13,300.004/2
in TorontoLimited
Replacement of Thermopane Glass Panels at The New Glass Shop Limited22,737.007/4
Head Office+6,850.00 contingency
570
REQUESTS FOR QUOTATION
Lowest Bid (up to $100,000)
Awarded BidderCost Not to ExceedNumber of
Project/Product
($)Quotations
Plus Applicable TaxesRequested/
Complete Bids
Received
Demolition of 2 Workshops/Garages & Disposal York Environmental Solutions 13,750.007/4
of Debris at 10818 Heart Lake RoadLP
+3,500.00 contingency
MARIE CURTIS PARK PROJECT (PHASE 2)
Supply of Labour, Materials & Equipment for Platinum Electrical 86,990.00Biddingo (15)/8
East Parking & Bike Trail Electrical WorksContractors Inc.
+12,000.00
contingency
Supply of Labour, Materials & Equipment for Four Seasons Site 56,000.003/3
Removal & Disposal of Stockpiled Development Limited+14,000.00
Contaminated Soil Workscontingency
FRENCHMAN'S BAY HARBOUR ENTRANCE PROJECT
Supply & Delivery of Approximately 850 Tonnes Glenn Windrem Trucking44,625.0010/3
of 2-4 Tonne Armour Stone+25% contingency
Supply & Delivery of Approximately 200 Tonnes C.D.R. Young's Aggregates 10,110.0010/3
of 3-5 Tonne Armour Stone StepsInc.+25% contingency
Rental of Temporary Chain Link FenceThe Fence People Limited13,791.003/3
+2,880.00 contingency
Oracle Database Standard Edition (Processor Oracle Canada12,372.073/3
Perpetual) and Software Update License &
Support (1 Year)
ROBINSON CREEK STREAM REALIGNMENT AND RESTORATION PROJECT
Supply & Delivery of Erosion Control MeasuresTerrafix Geosynthetics Inc.19,303.803/3
+10% contingency
Supply & Delivery of Erosion Control MeasuresTerrafix Geosynthetics Inc.4,422.50contract
extension
MEADOWCLIFFE DRIVE EROSION CONTROL (SLOPE STABILIZATION) PROJECT
Paving WorksFour Seasons Site 11,600.003/3
Development Limited
Supply and Delivery of Approximately 3,200 Fowler Construction Company 87,744.0013/2
Tonnes of 100mm-200mm Cobble StoneLtd.
Supply & Installation of 640m of Farm Fencing Urban Fence Inc.10,324.007/3
& Two Gates at Claireville Conservation Area+10% contingency
PALGRAVE FOREST AND WILDLIFE AREA
Supply of Steel Beams & Webbing for Mississauga Steel Mart Inc.11,914.007/3
Installation of Bridge Structure+10% contingency
Supply & Installation of 710m of Farm FencingOrangeville Fence14,910.007/3
+10% contingency
WEST ETOBICOKE CREEK SOUTH OF BRITANNIA ROAD EAST PROJECT
Supply & Delivery of 328.76 Tonnes of Strada Aggregates9,862.80contract
150-300mm Rip Rapextension
Supply & Delivery of 100 Tonnes of 300-500 Glenn Windrem Trucking12,060.96contract
Round Stoneextension
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REQUESTS FOR QUOTATION
Lowest Bid (up to $100,000)
Project/ProductAwarded BidderCost Not to ExceedNumber of
Quotations
($)
Requested/
Plus Applicable Taxes
Complete Bids
Received
Supply of Labour, Materials and Equipment for T.B.G. Landscape Inc.53,952.667/3
Concrete Repairs within Reach 2 of the +35,000.00
Yonge-York Mills Flood Control Channelcontingency
Annual Heating Maintenance Services at TRCA Therwood Heating and 40,800.004/2
Rental Homes in the Markham, Scarborough, Cooling Ltd.
+10% contingency
Uxbridge and Pickering Areas
Exterior Painting & Rotten Board Replacement Frontier Group of Companies2,200.00contract
at TRCA Rental Home at 2661 16th Sideroad, extension
Ajax
Snow Removal & Sanding at 18620 & 18630 Vette Trucking and Snow 11,720.007/2
Centreville Creek Road, CaledonRemoval Ltd.+10% contingency
TOTAL2,217,919.29
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REQUESTS FOR PROPOSAL
Competitive Bid (up to $100,000)
Awarded BidderCost Not to ExceedNumber of
Project/Product
($)Quotations
Plus Applicable Requested/
TaxesComplete Bids
Received
Preliminary Concepts & Final Design for Geomorphic Solutions17,730.006/2
Channel Rehabilitation Works for East Humber
+3,000.00 contingency
River at Langstaff Road Rehabilitation Project
Partners in Project Green Strategy ReviewInnovolve Group 29,870.004/3
Detailed Design of Bank Restoration Works for Geomorphic Solutions6,495.00contract
Humber River Near 60 Ann Street Bank +650.00 contingencyextension
Stabilization Project
Supply of All Labour and Engineering AECOM Canada Limited 18,630.009/4
Necessary to Complete a Structural +5,000.00 contingency
Assessment and Detailed Design of Concrete
Channel Repairs for Reach 2 of the Yonge-York
Mills Channel
Detailed Engineering Design/Costing & R.V. Anderson and Associates47,375.005/2
Construction Review for Chorley Park
+5,000.00 contingency
Switchback Trail
Development of Carbon Tracking Software & Carbon Counted11,000.002/2
On-line Registration System+4,000.00 contingency
Hydraulic Modelling & Digital Floodline MMM Group Limited62,800.006/5
Mapping for the Little Etobicoke Creek through +15% contingency
the Dixie & Dundas SPA & Applewood SPA
Floodplain Mapping of Rouge River from R.J. Burnside & Associates21,678.763/3
Stouffville Road to Bethesda Road, Silver Creek, +10% contingency
Toronto, Reesor Creek, Pickering / Uxbridge /
Stouffville
Engineering Services to Complete Downtown AMEC Environmental & 83,580.00biddingo (6
Brampton Flood Protection Feasibility StudyInfrastructureinvited to bid)/6
+10,000.00
contingency
Structural Assessment of Bridge/Roadway of The Sernas Group Inc. (A 19,220.00biddingo (17)/4
Albion Hills DamGHD Company)
Detailed Design for Site Drainage System Black Stantec Consulting Limited19,529.004/4
Creek Pioneer Village Entrance Road +5,000.00 contingency
Improvement Project
Acquire Elevation Data to Support Development Airborne Imaging 31,740.004/2
of 1D/2D Hydraulic Model and Update
Engineered Floodline Mapping for the Little
Etobicoke Creek Tributary Through the Dixie -
Dundas and Applewood Special Policy Areas in
the City of Mississauga, and the Lower Humber
and the Jane and Wilson SPA in the City of
Toronto
Slope Stability Analysis of Brick Works East Terraprobe Inc.19,240.005/2
Slope Trail
+10% contingency
Digital Floodline Mapping within the Spring Baird & Associates14,807.76contract
Creek Subwatershed (Etobicoke Creek)extension
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REQUESTS FOR PROPOSAL
Competitive Bid (up to $100,000)
Awarded BidderCost Not to ExceedNumber of
Project/Product
($)Quotations
Plus Applicable Requested/
TaxesComplete Bids
Received
Maintenance Needs Assessment for Humber Geomorphic Solutions17,631.0011/5
Valley Meadows Stormwater Management Pond
+3,526.20 contingency
Valleywoods Trail Geomorphic Assessment Parish Geomorphic Ltd.10,620.007/5
Report of a Section of West Etobicoke Creek, +3,000.00 contingency
near Kennedy Road and Mayfield Road
Third Party Facilitator for Amberlea Creek Hardy Stevenson and 35,966.505/1
Erosion Control Project Class Environmental Associates+20% contingency
Assessment
TOTAL527,794.40
REQUESTS FOR QUOTATION
Lowest Bid Not Accepted (up to $25,000)
Project/ProductAwarded BidderCost Not to ExceedNumber of
($)Quotations
Plus Applicable Requested/
TaxesComplete Bids
Received
Restoration of Fencing Surrounding Fisherville Byte Construction Limited17,775.003/3
Church & Townline Cemetary at BCPV
+10% contingency
TOTAL19,552.50
574
REQUESTS FOR QUOTATION
Sole Source (up to $50,000)
Awarded BidderCost Not to ExceedSole Source
Project/Product
($)Criteria
Plus Applicable (Section 1.14
Taxesof TRCA's
Purchasing
Policy)
Strategic Implementation of Restoration Works Ontario Streams10,500.005
as Part of Pickering Lands Site Restoration
Opportunities Plan
Consulting Services for Phase 3 Conceptual Levitt Goodman Architects10,000.005
Design of Kortright Visitors Centre Retrofit+10% contingency
Communications Services for Greater Toronto Spearhead Communications30,000.004
Area Agricultural Action Committee Food and
Farming Action Plan 2021
Troutbrooke Drive Slope Stabilization Project - Nilex Civil Environmental 48,567.681
Supply and Selivery of Materials to Construct an Group
Additional 293m2 of a Sierrascape Retaining
Wall Behind Houses at 47, 49 and 51
Troutbrooke Drive, Toronto
Transport of Canada Geese from GTA Thur & Sons Limited12,570.005
Waterfront
Supply of 5 Sutron Flood Monitoring Equipment Hoskin Environmental Limited45,900.001
Systems
Audit Steam Systems for 5 HospitalsSpirax Sarco10,000.004
Technical Support Towards Development of Risk Science International Inc.10,000.005
Climate Science & Climate Services Proposals
for Ontario Regional Climate Change
Consortium
Consultant of Record for Technical Services for Shoreplan Engineering 45,700.005
Mimico Waterfront Park & Port Union Limited
Waterfront Park
Installation of Portable Bridge in Taylor Creek McPherson-Andrews 13,842.004
ParkContracting +1,400.00
contingency
Royal Rouge Trail Erosion Control Project Terraprobe Inc31,320.005
Construction Inspections and Testing+15,660.00 additional
work if required
Development Services for Organic Waste to Saskatchewan Research 16,900.005
Biomenthane ProjectCouncil
Supply & Installation of Bird Collision Deterrent Convenience Group Inc.14,395.001
Window Film
Investigation of Reducing Flood Vulnerability of R.J. Burnside & Associates 25,530.003
Areas within the Lake Wilcox Special Policy Limited+2,500.00 contingency
Area and the Humber Flats Neighbourhood,
both within the Town of Richmond Hill, be
awarded to R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited
for a total cost not to exceed $25,530.00, plus
$2,500.00
575
REQUESTS FOR QUOTATION
Sole Source (up to $50,000)
Awarded BidderCost Not to ExceedSole Source
Project/Product
($)Criteria
Plus Applicable (Section 1.14
Taxesof TRCA's
Purchasing
Policy)
3,200 Copies of Natural Curiosity Teacher The Laboratory School at the 10,048.001
GuideDr. Eric Jackman Institute of
Child Study, University of
Toronto
TOTAL355,832.68
REQUESTS FOR PROPOSAL
Sole Source (up to $50,000)
Project/ProductAwarded BidderCost Not to ExceedSole Source
Criteria
($)
Plus Applicable Taxes
Career Development Training for PAIE ProgramAllison Hillier16,000.005
Completion of Monthly Monitoring Program at Sarafinchin Consulting 35,480.005
441-449 Guildwood ParkwayEngineers+10% contingency
Humber River Inter-Regional Trail & Local Trail SNC-Lavalin Inc.33,300.005
Connections at Claireville/West Humber River+3,500.00 contingency
Professional Archaeological Services of the Scarlet Janusas Archaeology 35,051.345
Existing Harbour Entrance at Frenchman's Bayand Heritage Consulting and +20% contingency
Education
Development of Preliminary Shoreline & Slope Terraprobe Inc.37,675.005
Stabilization Alternatives for 1 Midland Avenue, +8,000.00 contingency
81 & 83 Fishleigh Drive
TOTAL179,564.61
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RES.#A268/12 -GOOD NEWS STORIES
Overview of Toronto and Region Conservation Authority activities
October - December, 2012.
Moved by:Linda Pabst
Seconded by:Jack Heath
THAT the summary of Good News Stories from October - December, 2
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
As per Authority direction during 2006, a report covering highlig
Conservation Authority's (TRCA) activities for the preceding few
Authority every few months. The stories for October - December, 2
October
Ted McMeekin, Minister of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, visited
to lend support to urban agriculture and the new partnership bet
Organic Farm and Learning Centre.
Planning and Development concept development application fees ca
TRCA On-line Store. It is the first in a series of on-line paym
process.
The final phase of the Mimico Waterfront Park was completed Octo
Receiving $1 million over 4 years to test solar technologies in
perform.
The CTC Source Protection Plan was submitted to the Minister of
on October 22, 2012, meeting legislated timelines.
The Living City Campus at Kortright is now Canada's testing and
stormwater and renewable energy technologies.
STEP to receive $40,000 to continue stormwater monitoring of the
pavement parking lot.
Port Lands Acceleration Initiative approved by Toronto City Coun
reconfirmation of most findings from Don Mouth Naturalization an
Protection Project Environmental Assessment (DMNP EA). The DMNP
amendments to reflect minor changes resulting from the Accelerat
Lakeview Waterfront Connection EA Terms of Reference anticipated
MOE any day, allowing the formal EA to commence around November
TRCA asked to Chair QUEST Canada's Ontario Caucus - presents TRC
opportunity to work with energy related organizations from acros
moving the yard sticks on Integrated Community Energy Solutions.
Next phase of Albion Hills Field Centre retrofit was completed a
budget.
Trails officially opened at Palgrave Forest and Wildlife Area wi
hike on October 4.
Partners in Project Green hosted another successful Fall Network
2012 with 140 business representatives in attendance.
Partners in Project Green's annual fall planting and BBQ event o
attended by 230 business representatives.
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November
Black Creek Pioneer Village (BCPV) exhibit, The Working Lives of
Women, opened November 1st. The exhibit opening was well attende
been very well received.
Record year for film productions at TRCA facilities with over 30
multiple visits.
City of Pickering approves the Frenchman's Bay West Master Plan
approved TRCA as Project Manager for the Frenchman's Bay Harbour
Reconstruction Project.
The Port Union Waterfront Park is complete and was transferred t
operation and maintenance on November 16th.
The Living City Foundation received a $10,000/month grant from G
Reviewed draft 2012 Provincial Policy Statement and a lot of 201
made it into the current draft, including policies to address cl
green infrastructure and more emphasis on using a systems approa
manage natural heritage and water resources.
Approved for funding from Community Infrastructure Improvement FuV
generator, Claremont Field Centre accessibility upgrades and TRC
communication and technology upgrades.
Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, Lake Ontario Assessment U
stocked 75 adult walleye into the Toronto Harbour. These fish w
ongoing Aquatic Habitat Toronto's acoustic radio tag study track
in the harbour to assess TRCA lead habitat enhancements. If fav
then up 80,000 could be stocked in the coming year.
TRCA to present stewardship award to the Granite Club for the re
the Don River corridor, advancing state of the art environmental
Display of photographs highlighting TRCA's work will be at Harbo
Menkes is the presenting sponsor.
Armouring of lower Don flood protection landform was completed ont,
allowing for occupancy of the West Don Lands.
Partnering with City of Markham and Markham District Energy to c
conference.
Biologists found a new plant record for the TRCA Jurisdiction -
(Panicum philadelphicum ssp. gattingeri) was found growing at th
Humber watershed.
TRCA's Terrestrial Natural Heritage Systems Strategy and data fr
Watershed Monitoring Program was used extensively in a research
Environmental Management that examined urban sprawl and its impa
Toronto Area between 1985 and 2005. Of particular interest is t
completing this study were from Stockholm Sweden and used the GT
research.
December
Enbridge has committed $60,000 in support of the residential ret
and delivery for all of the Sustainable Neighbourhood Retrofit A
The City of Toronto has granted a LiveGreen grant to the Black C
in support of their role and expenses to deliver the Black Creek
program, which will help improve stormwater management and urban
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Final TRCA approvals have been issued on the first LID (Low Impa
Sustainable Community in the City of Vaughan, in TRCA's jurisdic
result of extensive cooperation between developers/consultants,
Ministry of the Environment and TRCA. It is hoped that this pilo
many more new sustainable developments in our jurisdiction.
Environment Canada is providing $25,000 to STEP to develop a tes
separators.
The Climate Consortium for Research Action Integration (a TRCA-York University
collaboration) was a partner in the creation of the Youth Climat
profiled the climate change research of professional researchers
around the world. CC-RAI profiled four researchers from York Uni
premiere at the UNFCCCÔs Climate Change Conference in Doha.
350 TRCA staff and Authority Members attended the annual Pancake
collected 320 pounds of food and $1,331.50 for the food bank.
The Mining and Lands Commission upholds TRCA decision for no fil
Creek floodplain based on staff analysis of cumulative impacts;
will be awarded to the conservation authority.
Report prepared by: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264
Emails: kstranks@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264
Emails: kstranks@trca.on.ca
Date: January 15, 2013
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RES.#A269/12 -IN THE NEWS
Overview of Toronto and Region Conservation Authority activities
October - December, 2012.
Moved by:Linda Pabst
Seconded by:Jack Heath
THAT the summary of media coverage from October - December, 2012
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
As per Authority direction during 2006, a report covering highlig
Conservation Authority's (TRCA) news coverage for the preceding
the Authority every few months. The stories for October - Decemb
Media Coverage Highlights
A search on a news archives database (FP Infomart) for the period
31, 2012 that mentioned TRCA or Black Creek Pioneer Village prod
total media hits resulted in a total circulation/reach of 11,164
$362,913. These results only reflect a portion of media coverage
monitor online media, event listings, some broadcasts, smaller c
publications.
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In 2012 a total of 345 media hits mentioning TRCA or Black Creek
received. This resulted in a total circulation/audience reach of
equivalency of more than $1,500,000. In 2011 there were a total
The highlights below are examples of noteworthy media coverage r
December, 2012.
October
The Caledon Enterprise reported story ÑMulti-use upgrades for Pa
th. The story also acknowledged TRCA as the single biggest lando
Several media outlets reported on TRCAÔs opposition to the sale
and Mail on October 2nd ÑConservation Authority that owns the zo
for new owners or operatorsÒ; National Post on October 3rd ÑProp
its saleÒ ; Toronto Star on October 5th ÑConservation authority
over to new operatorsÒ and Toronto Sun on October 2nd ÑLions & TAll of
these could be yours if you want to buy , lease or rent the Toro
In story ÑLow impact CVC talk makes a big impact on business com
31st Mississauga News, the writer discusses an updated stormwate
document prepared by TRCA with input from the Province of Ontari
BILD (Building Industry & Land Development Association).
The Richmond Hill Liberal promoted TRCAÔs Halloween Hikes in its
In Peterborough this Week on October 12nd published a story ÑCit
local greenhouse gas reductionsÒ which mentions the 2010 guide p
entitled "Getting to Carbon Neutral- a Guide for Canadian Munici
The Ajax News Advertiser on October 8th helps to promote Take Pr
initiative of OPG (Ontario Power Generation), City of Pickering
Late October brought several media stories about Hurricane Sandy
Sound Sun Times story ÑUnlike Hurricane Sandy, Hazel came as a d
discusses Hurricane Hazel impacts and refers to TRCAÔs website d
history; October 30th Toronto Star story reported ÑWhat you can
Frankenstorm hits townÒ the stories quoted TRCA spokespeople reg
management and what TRCA was doing in preparation for the storm
regarding the flood statement sent out by TRCA.
Toronto Star, October 2nd ÑSubway names need creativityÒ reports
Black Creek Pioneer Village subway station.
Thanksgiving at Black Creek Pioneer Village is promoted in ÑWant
Toronto Sun, October 8th; ÑThree Things to do this weekendÒ Toro
In story ÑSpooktacular events and family haunts in celebration o
October 26th story mentions Black Creek Pioneer VillageÔs Howlin
In Toronto Star story ÑGoogle sharpens its focus on cityÒ on Oct
StreetView close-ups of several Toronto sites including Black Cr
November
Farmer Magazine on November 6th published story ÑIncubator farms
farmers get startedÒ. The story discusses the McVean Incubator
TRCA, and the idea behind the project.
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The Scarborough Mirror on November 6th story ÑMeeting on Morning
improvements slatedÒ informs readers about TRCAÔs Ñneighborhood
In story ÑWatch this space for greenÒ Globe and Mail on November
Lower Don Greenway Project, collaboration with the City of Toron
ÑGrants will help Great Lakes region adapt to climate changeÒ st
Service media on November 19th, discusses how TRCA is helping to
resilient to climate change.
Pickering Ajax News Advertiser story ÑPickering Waterfront Maste
residentÒ quotes TRCA spokesperson regarding the need to balance
conservation greenspace.
Beach Riverdale Mirror on November 9th story ÑLeslie Spit upgrad
structures, shoreline ImprovementsÒ discusses partnership betwee
Revitalization Corporation and TRCA to upgrade Tommy Thompson Pa
Pickering Ajax News Advertisers on November 28th publishes story
construction details revealed in PickeringÒ.
In Toronto Star story ÑA place for nature and farmersÒ on Novemb
Urban National Park which will be 60% farmland.
Christmas at Black Creek Pioneer Village is written about in the
AgendaÒ and in the Globe and Mail's ÑThe week in eventsÒ sections
Newstex Media publishes story ÑBlack Creek Continues Historic Be
with Dray Horse Ale Ñon November 7th.
December
In Ñ50 Ways to make North York a better place in 2013Ò the North
Scarborough Mirror on December 28th includes joining the Don Wat
Council and the Highland Creek Neighborhood Green Team.
The Caledon Enterprise on December 12th story ÑTRCA stuck with c
discusses the need for the public to help keep conservation land
In December 29th story ÑPlanting hope at a school in needÒ is a
Cullen regarding Trees for Life initiative that TRCA is a partne
Toronto Star on December 15th publishes story ÑA striking additi
story discusses the waterfront development that will also incorp
December 7th Targeted News Service story ÑToronto Public Service
Fundraising GoalÒ lists Toronto organizations including TRCA who
fundraising goal for United Way.
In Toronto Star story ÑElementary teachers to cancel class strip
school field cancellations had on several Toronto sites includin
Village.
Globe and Mail promoted Christmas at Black Creek Pioneer Village
in TorontoÒ and ÑThis week in events" .
Report prepared by: Rowena Calpito, extension 5632
Emails: rcalpito@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Rowena Calpito, extension 5632
Emails: rcalpito@trca.on.ca
Date: January 10, 2012
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RES.#A270/12 -WATERSHED COMMITTEE MINUTES
Moved by:Linda Pabst
Seconded by:Jack Heath
THAT Section IV item AUTH8.4 - Watershed Committee Minutes, be r
CARRIED
Section IV Item AUTH8.4
ETOBICOKE-MIMICO WATERSHED COALITION
Minutes of Meeting #3/12, held on September 20, 2012
Minutes of Meeting #4/12, held on December 13, 2012
HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE
Minutes of Meeting #4/12, held on December 4, 2012
PARTNERS IN PROJECT GREEN STEERING COMMITTEE
Minutes of Meeting #3/12, held on October 4, 2012.
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ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06
RES.#A271/12 -APPLICATIONS FOR PERMITS PURSUANT TO ONTARIO
REGULATION 166/06
Moved by:John Sprovieri
Seconded by:John Parker
THAT Ontario Regulation 166/06 items EX10.1 - EX10.34, inclusive
Committee Minutes #11/12, held on January 11, 2013, be received.
CARRIED
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NEW BUSINESS
RES.#A272/12 -GOOSE MANAGEMENT
Moved by:Chris Fonseca
Seconded by:Richard Whitehead
THAT staff report back on TRCAÔs Canada Geese program, including
Geese on water quality in the TRCA jurisdiction, at Authority Me
be held on March 22, 2013.
CARRIED
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TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 10:57 a.m., on Friday, Janu
Maria AugimeriBrian Denney
Vice ChairSecretary-Treasurer
/ks
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