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Authority Meeting #3/18 was held at TRCA Head Office, on Friday, April 20, 2018. The
Chair Maria Augimeri, called the meeting to order at 9:40 a.m.
PRESENT
Maria Augimeri
Chair
Paul Ainslie
Member
Jack Ballinger
Member
Ronald Chopowick
Member
Vincent Crisanti
Member
Jennifer Drake
Member
Chris Fonseca
Member
Michael Ford
Member
Brenda Hogg
Member
Jennifer Innis
Member
Colleen Jordan
Member
Maria Kelleher
Member
Matt Mahoney
Member
Glenn Mason
Member
Mike Mattos
Member
Jennifer McKelvie
Member
Linda Pabst
Member
Michael Palleschi
Member
Anthony Perruzza
Member
Gino Rosati
Member
John Sprovieri
Member
ABSENT
Kevin Ashe
Member
David Barrow
Member
Glenn De Baeremaeker
Member
Paula Fletcher
Member
Jack Heath
Member
Jim Karygiannis
Member
Giorgio Mammoliti
Member
The Chair recited the Aboriginal Territorial Acknowledgement.
RES.#A36/18 - MINUTES
Moved by: Colleen Jordan
Seconded by: Mike Mattos
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #2/18, held on March 23, 2018, be approved.
CARRIED
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PRESENTATIONS
5.1 A presentation by Karen McDonald, Manager, Restoration Projects, TRCA, in regard to
item 7.1 - Double -crested Cormorants.
5.2 A presentation by Mr. Steve Holysh, Senior Hydrogeologist/ORMGP Project Manager, in
regard to item 8.1 - Oak Ridges Moraine Groundwater Program.
RES.#A37/18 - PRESENTATIONS
Moved by: John Sprovieri
Seconded by: Ronald Chopowick
THAT above -noted presentation 5.1 be received.
RES.#A38/18 - PRESENTATIONS
Moved by: Jack Ballinger
Seconded by: Linda Pabst
THAT above -noted presentation 5.2 be received.
CARRIED
CARRIED
6.1 A letter dated March 23, 2018 from Liz White, Animal Protection Party of Canada &
Animal Alliance of Canada, Barry MacKay, Cdn. Representative, Born Free USA, &
Ainslie Willock, Canadians for Snow Geese, in regard to item 7.1 - Double -crested
Cormorants.
RES.#A39/18 - CORRESPONDENCE
Moved by: Jack Ballinger
Seconded by: John Sprovieri
THAT above -noted correspondence 6.1 be received.
CARRIED
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ANIMAL
ALLIANCE
OF CANADA
Animal rilpectlon
Party of Cahada
BORN
FRFF
Item 6.1
TO: Chair and Members,
Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority
FROM: Liz White, Animal
Animal Protection Party of Canada
Animal Alliance of Canada
Barry MacKay, Canadian
Representative, Born Free USA
Ainslie Willock, Representation
Canadians for Snow Geese
SUBJECT: 7.6 DOUBLE -CRESTED CORMORANTS:
2016 and 2017 Management Summary
and 2018 and 2019 Management Strategy
DATE: March 23, 2018
Chairperson and Members of the Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority,
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the 2016/2017
Management Summary and the 2018/2019 Management Summary
for Double -crested Cormorants.
Recommendation:
We ask the Authority to adopt all five recommendations contained in
Item AUTH7.6 which are listed as follows:
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff be
221 Broadview Ave., Suite io1,
directed to continue to work with the Cormorant Advisory Group to
Toronto, Ontario
assist TRCA in addressing management concerns regarding colonial
M4M 2G3
waterbirds at Tommy Thompson Park (TTP);
Phone:
(416) 462-9541
THAT staff be directed to work with the Ontario Ministry of Natural
Facsimile:
(416) 462-9647
Resources and Forestry, the Canadian Wildlife Service and any other
required regulatory agency to seek approval for the 2018 and 2019
E-mail:
management strategy for colonial waterbirds at TTP;
contact@an imalall iance.ca
contact a animalprotectionparty.ca
Website:
i%nnvAnimalalliance.ca
www. anim alprotectionpaity.c a
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THAT staff be directed to implement the proposed management strategy for 2018 and
2019 for colonial waterbirds at TTP;
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 FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Authority bi-annually regarding the
management of Double -crested Cormorants at Tommy Thompson Park or more frequently
should the management strategy be significantly changed.
Background:
Cormorants—A Historical Perspective:
According to an article published in The Waterbird Society publication, titled Historic
Populations of the Double -crested Cormorant (Phalacrocorax auritus): Implications for
Conservation and Management in the 21st Century authors Linda Wires and Francesca
Cuthbert write, "Early records suggest Double -crested Cormorants were present in large
numbers throughout much of their current range; colonies and flocks much larger than
any known in the 1990s are well documented. However, numbers sharply declined
through the late 1800s as cormorants were greatly reduced and/or extirpated in many
areas. The population partially recovered through at least the mid -1900s, but experienced
a second major decline during the 1950s -1970s ... Comparison of historic and current
records challenges the opinion that cormorants are currently overabundant, and suggests
that perception of overabundance rests on socio-political rather than biological or
ecological factors." (http://www.bioone.org/doi/abs/10.1675/1524-
4695%282006%2929%5B9%3AH POTDC%5D2.O.CO%3B2)
Cormorants — Persecution:
In her book, The Double -Crested Cormorant, Plight of a Feathered Pariah, author Linda
Wires writes, "The double -crested cormorant, found only in North America, is an iridescent
black waterbird superbly adapted to catch fish. It belongs to a family of birds vilified since
biblical times and persecuted around the world... European settlers in North America
quickly deemed the double -crested cormorant a competitor for fishing stock and
undertook a relentless drive to destroy the birds. A late -twentieth-century initiative to
recover population recovery, aided by protection policies and environment conservation,
but also the subsequent U.S. federal policies under which hundreds of thousands of the
birds have been killed," In her critique of the science, management, and ethics underlying
the double -crested cormorant's treatment today, she showed that the term management
is being used as a euphemism for persecution and shows that the current strategies of
aggressive cormorant control are outdated and unsupported by science.
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Lethal Management — Middle Island, Point Pelee National Park:
The TRCA management programme stands in sharp contrast to other management
approaches that resort to yearly culling as a way of attempting to get rid of or significantly
reduce cormorant populations.
The cull on High Bluff Island in Lake Ontario which was conducted from 2004 to 2006 killed
over 10,000 cormorants. The cull on Middle Island in Lake Erie which started in 2008 and
has been conducted every year since, has resulted in over 20,000 being killed so far. Six
percent of the bird shot were wounded and ultimately killed by the cull contractor. Some
escaped wounded only to suffer extremely cruel death. This cormorant was founded
adjacent to Middle Island with shattered beak and jaw just after a cull day.
https://www.animaialliance.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/SHARKvideo2017.jp
Progressive approach by the TRCA:
The work done by TRCA staff regarding the protection and management of colonial
waterbirds and specifically cormorants at Tommy Thompson Park is outstanding.
The transformation of a largely tree nesting colony to a majority of ground nesters speaks
to a progressive management programme that attempts to maintain the colony while
protecting parts of the tree canopy. In 2005, 15% of the cormorant colony nested on the
ground. In 2017, the number increased to 60%.
The TRCA staff recognize that an incredible natural event is unfolding at TTP — a very large
waterbird colony which includes the largest cormorant colony on the Great Lakes
flourishing is downtown Toronto.
Instead of culling and using other invasive methods, staff have designed a progressive
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management strategy which involves public education, cormorant conservation zones, an
enhanced ground nesting strategy, monitoring and research and some pre -nesting and
post -breeding deterrents.
To the staff and the Authority, thank you for your progressive and forward thinking
approach to the cormorant colony at TTP.
Sincerely,
Liz White
Julie Woodyer
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Barry MacKay
k
Ainslie Willock
Section I — Items for Authority Action
RES.#A40/18 - DOUBLE -CRESTED CORMORANTS
2016 and 2017 Management Summary and 2018 and 2019 Management
Strategy. Review of management strategy results from 2016 and 2017, and
review and approval of 2018 and 2019 management strategy for
Double -crested Cormorants at Tommy Thompson Park.
Moved by: Colleen Jordan
Seconded by: Brenda Hogg
THAT staff report and present to the Authority on a biennial basis regarding the
management of Double -crested Cormorants at Tommy Thompson Park or more frequently
should the management strategy be significantly changed.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Tommy Thompson Park is an urban wilderness park located at the foot of Leslie Street in the City
of Toronto. It supports the largest nesting colony of Double -crested Cormorants in the world on
Peninsulas A, B and C, plus diverse communities of bird, fish, reptile, amphibian, mammal and
vegetation species throughout the park. It has been formally designated as a globally significant
Important Bird Area and an Environmentally Significant Area. The Tommy Thompson Park
Master Plan includes the goal of conserving and managing the natural resources and
environmentally significant areas of the park. While the cormorant colony adds to the diversity of
the park and is environmentally significant, cormorants negatively affect tree health through their
nesting behaviours and have destroyed approximately 25 per cent of the forest communities at
TTP, thereby reducing forest habitat and impacting biodiversity at the park.
TRCA began a process in 2007 to ensure the TTP Master Plan goals and objectives were upheld
and the concerns about cormorants addressed. TRCA initiated the involvement of stakeholders
and the public to create a management strategy for cormorants at TTP. The process started in
November 2007 with the establishment of the Cormorant Advisory Group, and led to the
development of the 2008 Cormorant Management Strategy, which was approved by the Authority
as per Resolution #A110/08. Until 2014, TRCA reported to the Authority annually on the
management strategy:
• In 2009 as per Resolution #A22/09,
• In 2010 as per Resolution #A23/10,
• In 2011 as per Resolution #A49/11, and
• In 2012 as per Resolution #A19/12.
At Authority Meeting #11/13, held on January 31, 2014, Resolution #A226/13 was approved, in
part, as follows:
... THAT staff report back to the Authority bi-annually regarding the management of
Double -crested Cormorants at Tommy Thompson Park or more frequently should the
Strategic Approach be significantly changed,...
And TRCA most recently reported to the Authority in 2016 as per Resolution #At 5/16.
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The overall goal of the Double -crested Cormorant Management Strategy, as established by the
Cormorant Advisory Group in 2008, 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 strategy 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 the goals and objectives of the Management Strategy, TRCA employs a suite of
management techniques including inactive nest removals, pre -nesting deterrents, active nest
removals and ground nest enhancements (Attachment 1 — Table 1). Cormorants are encouraged
to nest in 'Cormorant Conservation Zones', identified by ground nesting or previously
damaged/occupied trees, located primarily on Peninsulas A and B (Attachment 2 — Figure 1).
Nesting is discouraged via deterrent activities in 'Cormorant Deterrent Areas', identified by
healthy, previously un -occupied trees, located at the base of Peninsulas B and C, and the entirety
of Peninsula D (Attachment 2 — Figure 1).
To encourage nesting in Cormorant Conservation Zones, specifically in the ground nesting
colonies, human presence is prohibited during breeding season. Habitat enhancements, in the
form of unbound straw bales are provided in early spring in the Conservation Zones. Ground
nesting is a desirable behaviour since cormorants that nest on the ground have less impact on
trees, and this is the primary method to achieve the goal of the continued existence of a healthy,
thriving cormorant colony.
Targeted management is undertaken in the Cormorant Deterrent Areas to prevent cormorant
expansion into previously unoccupied trees, limiting the loss of forest canopy. Management
activities include:
• Inactive nest removal — tree nests are removed from Deterrent Areas before April;
• Pre -nesting deterrents — cormorants are discouraged from tree nesting in Deterrent Areas
through an escalating scale of measures in April and May; and
• Active nest removal — newly placed nest material is removed from trees in Deterrent Areas
in May and June. This conservative technique follows the protocol for estimating embryo
development prepared by the Humane Society of the United States to ensure nests with
developed embryos are not removed.
While post -breeding deterrents are identified as a management technique, it has not been
undertaken as cormorants have not roosted in trees in the Deterrent Areas during the
post -breeding period.
Increasing public knowledge, awareness and appreciation of colonial waterbirds continues to be
an important objective of the Management Strategy. Highlights in 2016 and 2017 included a
viewing blind on Peninsula C with excellent views of cormorants; staff interpretation of the colony
at various public events, including colonial waterbird walks at the TTP Spring Bird Festival;
presentations; and park tours.
The non-traditional management strategy, including the process to develop it as well as the suite
of techniques employed has been recognized as ground -breaking among colonial waterbird
researchers and managers. The strategy has also influenced the management of cormorants at
other nesting colonies.
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While the 2016 results were consistent with previous years, the high Lake Ontario water levels in
2017 caused significant flooding on Peninsulas B and C, affecting the success of the strategy.
The results for both seasons are outlined below; detailed annual `Management Summary
Reports' describing management actions are available upon request.
2016 Management Results
The overall cormorant population increased by 11.5 per cent to 13,275 nests, with the growth
exclusively supported by ground nesting which represented 70 per cent of the population. Tree
nesting declined on Peninsulas B and C by a combined 15 per cent, and cormorants were
effectively deterred from expanding their nesting range into the Deterrent Areas.
# nests
% change from 2015
Ground nesting 10,080
24
Tree nesting 3,195
-15
Total 13,275
11.5
2017 Management Results
High Lake Ontario water levels flooded significant areas on Peninsulas B and C, reducing the
area available for ground nesting in spring 2017 (Attachment 2 — Figure 2). Displaced cormorants
persistently attempted to nest in the Deterrent Areas. Flooding complicated the execution of
deterrence activities, as the water was approximately 3.5 feet deep in the Deterrent Areas,
necessitating the use of chest waders and decreasing the ability of staff to move within the
Deterrent Areas due to under water trip hazards. Staff undertook ongoing deterrence activities
throughout the nest initiation period, which extended well into June, beyond the typical period
seen in years with normal water levels.
Ultimately, the overall population declined by 3.8 per cent to 12,841 nests in 2017, with 60 per
cent of the population nesting on the ground — the first decline in ground nest population since
management was initiated. Tree nesting increased by 62 per cent from 2016 on Peninsulas B and
C, with a significant expansion into Deterrent Areas, regardless of a record high number of nest
removals as part of deterrent activities.
# nests
% change from 2016
Ground nesting 7,657
-24
Tree nesting 5,184
62
Total 12,841
-3.8
Although 2017 presented challenges, implementation of the Cormorant Management Strategy
has ultimately been successful and continues to achieve the goal of a balance between the
continued existence of a healthy, thriving cormorant colony and the other ecological, educational,
scientific and recreational values of TTP.
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RATIONALE
A high level of concern has been expressed regarding cormorant 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, staff believes that there is a strong
rationale for undertaking the management of 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 cormorants 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.
Assuming the 2017 flooding was an anomaly, the 2008-2016 population monitoring results show
that undertaking management only to prevent nesting expansion into new areas of forest is
sufficient to meet the goal and objectives of the Double -crested Cormorant Management Plan at
Tommy Thompson Park. As such, TRCA will continue to implement the management strategy
as in previous years (Attachment 1 — Table 2).
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Funds are available in the Tommy Thompson Park Joint Management account 210-19 in the
approved 2018 budget. These municipal funds are being leveraged to secure additional funding in
2018. The high Lake Ontario water levels and flooding in 2017 resulted in the need for additional
resources to manage tree nesting attempts. Should high spring water levels become a continuing
trend, extra funds may be required to continue preventing cormorant nest expansion into
Deterrent Areas.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
A suite of techniques will be utilized in an integrated and adaptive approach to help achieve the
original goal and objectives of the Double -crested Cormorant Management Strategy from 2008.
Attachment 1 — Table 2 provides an overview of the strategy.
Increase Public Knowledge, Awareness and Appreciation
• Maintain the TRCA cormorant webpage, including compelling images of cormorants;
• Conduct interpretive tours for school and interest groups, and at TTP special events;
• Maintain 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 target trees within Cormorant Deterrent Areas on Peninsulas B and C
during the winter, prior to the breeding season.
Enhanced Ground Nesting
• Avoid daytime disturbance to the ground nesting areas so that cormorants are not
deterred from nesting on the ground; and
• Deploy straw bales to the ground nesting areas at the beginning of the nesting season to
encourage nesting.
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Pre -nesting Deterrents
• Utilize the suite of deterrence techniques previously identified on an increasing scale of
activity to prevent expansion of tree nesting within the Deterrent Areas on Peninsulas B
and C;
• Prevent cormorant nesting on Peninsula D via the operation of the TTP Bird Research
Station and public access; and
• Monitor the effects of deterrent activities on the cormorants to ensure they are effective,
and monitor the effects on non -target species to ensure they do not have an adverse
impact.
Post -breeding Deterrents
• Utilize the suite of deterrence techniques previously identified on an increasing scale of
activity to prevent cormorant tree roosting in the Deterrent Areas on Peninsulas B and C,
as well as Peninsula D.
Monitoring, Research and Reporting
• Undertake annual nest census for colonial waterbirds;
• Conduct annual tree health surveys on Peninsulas C and D;
• Continue to collaborate with York University and other interested researchers on colonial
waterbird research;
• Complete annual management summary reports; and
• Meet with Cormorant Advisory Group to review data and discuss whether changes are
required.
Report prepared by: Andrea Chreston, extension 5362
Emails: achreston(a)trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Andrea Chreston. extension 5362
Karen McDonald, extension 5248
Emails: achreston(a)trca.on.ca, kmcdonald(@trca.on.ca
Date: February 16, 2018
Attachments: 2
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Attachment 1
Table 1: 2016-2017 Management Matrix
Table 2: 2018-2019 Proposed Management Matrix
Peninsula A
Peninsula B
Peninsula C
Peninsula D
Inactive Nest Removal
(prior to the breeding
season
Enhanced Ground
Nesting
Pre -nesting Deterrents
Post -breeding Deterrents
(as required)
Table 2: 2018-2019 Proposed Management Matrix
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Peninsula A
Peninsula B
Peninsula C
Peninsula D
Inactive Nest Removal
(prior to the breeding
season)
Enhanced Ground
Nesting
Pre -nesting Deterrents
Post -breeding Deterrents
(as required)
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Attachment 2
Figure 1: Map illustrates the Cormorant Management Areas at Tommy Thompson Park as well
as the tree- and ground -nest areas
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Figure 2: June 2017 aerial photograph of Peninsula B shows flooding impacts to the ground
nest colony
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RES.#A41/18 - WEST NILE VIRUS MONITORING UPDATE
Summary of the 2017 West Nile Virus Monitoring and Surveillance
Program and receipt of the annual monitoring report for this program.
Moved by: Jennifer Drake
Seconded by: Brenda Hogg
THAT the annual report "West Nile Virus Vector Larval Mosquito Monitoring Report - 2017"
be received;
AND FURTHER THAT the annual report be circulated to the public health units of the
regional municipalities of Durham, Peel, York, and the City of Toronto.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
West Nile virus (WNV) is a potentially serious illness transmitted to humans through the bite of an
infected mosquito. Mosquitoes become infected by biting a bird with the virus. WNV was first
isolated in Africa in 1937 and first found in North America (New York, USA) in 1999. It has
established itself throughout the United States and much of Canada. In Ontario, the first outbreak
occurred in 2002 (395 human cases). Two less significant outbreaks followed in 2012 and 2017,
with 271 cases and 154 cases respectively (Attachment 1). Within the Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority's (TRCA's) jurisdiction, there were 51 human WNV cases reported in
2017.
The annual number of WNV human cases and the risk of exposure depend on the number of
infected bird hosts and the number of adult mosquitos carrying the virus in a given year. WNV
outbreaks are therefore difficult to predict and management typically focuses on education,
prevention, and source reduction, which is collectively undertaken by the provincial, regional and
municipal health agencies in Ontario.
At Authority Meeting #3/17, held on April 21, 2017, Resolution #A53/17 was approved, in part, as
follows:
...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 2017 summer season.
As per Authority Resolution, WNV surveillance and monitoring activities were implemented in the
summer of 2017. The following section summarizes these activities and results:
WNV Monitoring Program Activities in 2017
TRCA's mosquito surveillance program implements a three -pronged approach including: 1)
addressing public inquiries and providing education, 2) collaboration with regional public health
units and other partners, and 3) larval mosquito monitoring at selected sites on TRCA properties.
There was a heightened public concern in mosquito related issues in 2017 due to higher than
normal precipitation across the region during the spring months. High precipitation caused
flooding and high waters both within the watersheds and along the Lake Ontario shoreline. Public
education activities focused on responding to media requests and appearing on news programs
on television and radios, and in newspaper articles. TRCA followed the Standing Water Complaint
Procedure to address seven public and staff concerns regarding standing/stagnant water on
TRCA properties in 2017. The Procedure provides a general guideline in response to mosquito
breeding related standing water inquiries with following four steps:
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1) Receiving complaints - ensuring details of the complaint is well documented.
2) Determining property ownership — only properties owned and managed by TRCA will be
addressed, otherwise the complaints are forwarded to respective public health units.
3) Investigation of complaints: conducting initial site visit, mosquito larvae sampling, and
WNV risk assessment similar to TRCA's routine monitoring program
4) Resolving complaints - applying treatments or site modification if deemed necessary, and
responding to the complainant in a professional and a timely manner
Collaboration with regional health units required TRCA staff to attend regional WNV advisory
committee meetings, share collected data and notify the regions of any sites with high potential
risk of WNV. Three public health partners (Toronto, Peel and York) provided assistance in
larvicide treatments on selected TRCA properties. TRCA received an Order in 2017 from the
Medical Officer of Peel Regional Health under the Health Protection and Promotion Act, R.S.O.
1990, c. H.7 to assist the implementation of control measures to reduce the number of mosquito
larvae in the Heart Lake Wetland Complex in Brampton if required. TRCA anticipates receiving a
similar Order from the Peel Regional Medical Officer in 2018. In addition, TRCA contributed data
and worked in partnership with researchers from York University, resulting in the publication of a
research paper "The impact of weather and storm water management ponds on the transmission
of West Nile virus" in The Royal Society Journal in 2017. In this paper, a model was developed to
explore the correlation between weather conditions (temperature and precipitation), WNV vector
mosquito abundance in stormwater management ponds, and the transmission of WNV. The
results suggest that the optimal conditions for promoting vector mosquito population growth and
ultimately increase the WNV transmission rate are with temperature being between 20°C and
30°C and supported by moderate precipitation (up to 30mm).
Mosquito larvae monitoring was undertaken at 49 monitoring sites including 43 wetland sites and
six stormwater management ponds (SWMPs) across the TRCA jurisdiction from June 1 to August
31, 2017. During this season, TRCA collected a record high number of mosquito larvae in 15
years of monitoring, due to the above normal precipitation we received in the spring months of
2017. In total, 13,036 mosquito larvae were collected which is 67% higher than the average
number of mosquitos collected in the past five years (2012 to 2016). In addition, overall fourth
highest number (behind 2012, 2011, and 2005) of Culex pipiens mosquito, a species primarily
responsible for spreading WNV in Ontario, was collected. TRCA's data show that the total number
of mosquito collected does not correspond to the number of WNV human cases in a given year;
however the numbers of Culex pipiens mosquitoes collected strongly correlate to the numbers of
human cases.
Monitoring results showed that most wetlands (38 out of 43 or 87%) posed minimal risk for
harbouring the mosquito species most associated with transmitting WNV. In fact, a healthy,
functioning wetland can help reduce mosquito populations, as a vibrant wetland ecosystem is
home to fish, insects, amphibians, birds and bats that feed on mosquitoes. Typically, the wetland
habitats are dominated by Culex territans, an amphibian biter that does not transmit WNV. The
majority of the mosquito larvae collected were only from a few localized hotspots. In total, five
wetlands and two SWMPs were identified as hotspots including: Altona Forest, Claireville
wetland, McMichael wetland, two unnamed wetlands in York Region, L'Amoreaux Stormwater
Management North Pond, and SWMP 88.2. All of these sites were subsequently treated with
larvicide applied by a licensed contractor under the direction of TRCA (Altona Forest site and the
unnamed wetland on Regional Road 27), York Region (McMichael wetland and SWMP 88.2), the
City of Toronto (L'Amoreaux Stormwater Management North Pond) or the Region of Peel
(Claireville wetland). Environmentally friendly larvicide, Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis (Bti) was
used to treat all the hotspots listed above. Bti is a bacterium found naturally in soils. Since 1982, it
MRS
has been used successfully worldwide as a biological pest control agent to combat mosquitoes
and black flies. The treatments were effective as very few mosquitoes were collected in
subsequent sampling events post-treatment application. One small wetland hotspot in Maple did
not receive treatment as it dried up a few days after it was identified as a hotspot.
It should be noted that these identified sites do not pose any immediate threat to the public. The
designation of a "hotspot" only implies that the larval mosquitos found are capable of transmitting
WNV to humans once they emerge as adults and have first bitten an infected bird. The proactive
nature of this monitoring program and the subsequent action is designed to control and reduce
the number of the adult mosquitos available to transmit the virus, thus reducing the potential
exposure to humans.
Unfortunately, the annual occurrence level of WNV cannot be predicted and nor can the
occurrence of hotspots. Monitoring results have shown that different locations may appear as
hotspots on an annual basis in response to climatic conditions. This highlights the importance of
regular and continuous seasonal monitoring of mosquito larval abundance on TRCA lands in
order to subsequently take appropriate control measures.
The annual report "West Nile Virus Vector Larval Mosquito Monitoring Report - 2017" is available
on the TRCA website via the link below:
https:Htrca. ca/wp-content/u ploads/2018/03/2017-W est -N i le -Vi rus-Annual-Report. pdf
Printed copies are available upon request.
RATIONALE
As a major owner of greenspace, including substantial wetland areas, TRCA has a vested interest
in the WNV issue. TRCA has been routinely monitoring larval mosquitoes on selected TRCA
properties since 2003. The objectives of this monitoring program are to identify preferred breeding
sites of mosquitoes, assess the level of WNV risk, and reduce human exposure to the virus by
taking appropriate measures such as housekeeping activities (grading small depressions,
garbage removal) and if necessary the application of larvicide. TRCA's program activities include
public education, collaborating with the regional health units and conducting larval mosquito
monitoring 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. The data collected through this
program has been contributed to partner agencies and academic institutions to further the
knowledge and science related to the prevention and mitigation of WNV.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Funding for the 2018 WNV surveillance and monitoring activities is available under the Regional
Watershed Monitoring Program (Account code 124-34) with funding support from the regions of
York, Peel and Durham, the City of Toronto, and through the Toronto Remedial Action Plan. A
small amount of revenue is generated (up to $3,000 on average) by the program on an annual
basis through the provision of mosquito larvae identification training for regional health staff.
Overall, it is expected that this funding will be sufficient to support the 2018 surveillance field work
and response to standing water complaints received. Further, these funds will support the
ongoing liaison with the regional health units including participation as required on any advisory
committees. If larvicide treatment or site remediation on TRCA lands is required as a control
measure, these associated costs will be covered through TRCA Land Management funding.
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TRCA will continue to partner with the regional health departments in order to have sites treated
with larvicide in a timely manner and at no cost to TRCA if possible.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
Staff will continue the annual monitoring program including:
• conducting mosquito surveillance activities and identifying sites of concern on TRCA
property;
• providing advice to other TRCA departments on maintenance or management duties
required to reduce the number of potential breeding sites for mosquitoes;
• liaise with regional public health units and participate in WNV advisory committees;
• responding to public WNV inquiries and provide general information related to WNV;
• addressing standing water complaints following TRCA's Standing Water Complaint
Procedure.
Report prepared by: Jessica Fang, 289-268-3947
Email: jfang(aDtrca.on.ca
For Information contact: Scott Jarvie, 289-268-3941; Jessica Fang, 289-268-3947
Emails: siarvie(a)trca.on.ca; ]fang(a)trca.on.ca
Date: March 20, 2018
Attachments: 1
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Attachment 1 Human West Nile Virus Cases in Ontario, 2002 to 2017
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RES.#A42/18 - HUMAN RESOURCES INFORMATION SYSTEM SERVICES
Contract #10007362. Award of contract to integrate all human resource
and payroll related functions into one software solution to optimize the
administration and reporting of these functions.
Moved by: Jennifer Drake
Seconded by: Brenda Hogg
THAT Contract #10007362 for Human Resources and Payroll Information System Services
in support of an integrated human resources information system solution be awarded to
Ceridian HCM Inc. for a total cost not to exceed $1,599,569 over five years, plus HST, it
being the highest ranked proponent from a technical evaluation and second overall
resulting from overall evaluation criteria set out in the Request for Proposal (RFP);
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff be authorized to approve
additional expenditures to a maximum of 15% of the contract cost as a contingency
allowance if deemed necessary;
THAT should staff be unable to negotiate a mutually acceptable agreement with the
above-mentioned proponent, staff be authorized to enter into contract negotiations with
the third highest ranked proponent;
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 #10/17, held on January 5, 2018, Resolution #A234/17 approved a request
for proposal process to be undertaken to explore how systems integration may improve the ability
of TRCA to administer and report on its key resource, its employees. The scope of work identified
in the RFP included the integration of all human resource management functions including
recruitment, onboarding, health and safety, learning and development, as well as all payroll and
tax, time and attendance tracking, shift scheduling and benefits administration.
RATIONALE
TRCA advertised a Request for Proposal for Human Resources Information System services on
February 20, 2018. On March 19, 2018, six complete proposals were electronically retrieved from
the www.biddingo.com proposal website with the following results.
Proponent Name
Fees
Plus HST
StarGarden
$471,488
Avanti
$729,420
Unit4 fee option 3
$1,064,284
ADP Canada
$1,088,791
Ceridian
$1,599,569
DLGL fee option 1
$2,149,125
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The Selection Committee consisted of 15 TRCA staff across all divisions. The Selection
Committee reviewed the proposals based on a weighted scoring system consisting of 65% based
on the technical review of the proposal, and the remaining 35% on the fee proposal. The criteria
used to evaluate the submissions and to select the recommended proponent included the
following:
• Proponent's understanding of the detailed project functional requirements, proposed
modifications of project phases and ability to address full scope of work;
• Expertise and availability of the project team, including experience completing similar
projects;
• Proposed approach and methodology for services, including an assessment of any
anticipated difficulties and approach to overcome them;
• Proposed schedule and timelines consistent with project objectives;
• Description of corporate commitment to sustainability, including any environmental,
social and economic benefits;
• Cost of services, including one-time implementation costs and ongoing delivery costs.
The results of the evaluation of received proposals by the Selection Committee are as follows:
Proponent Name
Technical
Rankin 65%
Cost
Rankin 35%
Overall
Rankin 100%
StarGarden
4
1
1
Ceridian
1
5
2
ADP
2
4
3
Unit4
5
3
4
DLGL
3
6
5
Avanti
6
2
6
The Selection Committee selected the second highest ranked proponent for the following
reasons:
• They were the only proponent able to offer a fully integrated software solution for all
functions identified in the scope of work;
• The first ranked proponent had the fourth highest technical score, as the in-house solution
does not address all of the functions identified in the scope of work. As an in-house
solution, it requires various additional direct and indirect costs that would otherwise be
borne by TRCA; however, these costs are not factored into the formal scoring of the
responses. Such costs include additional payroll staff time for in-house configuration,
performance of upgrades, manual keying of data and performance of calculations, IT staff
support time, IT infrastructure costs, costs of additional non-integrated external
applications used for time tracking and shift scheduling, and additional administrative staff
time for multiple data entry points.
In accordance with the overall goal of optimizing administrative and reporting efficiencies, the
second highest ranked proponent is recommended.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
The cost of the contract is $1,599,569, plus 15% contingency, plus HST. This contract cost
consists of one-time implementation costs of $165,641 and ongoing annual costs of $286,786 for
a period of five years. The contract cost is estimated based on the total 2017 year-to-date
employee headcount and is scalable, taking into consideration the fluctuating employee
headcount at each pay period, and employee access to the various software components.
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Funds will be made available in the operating budget for the contract period of 2018 to 2023.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
TRCA staff will continue to work with the recommended proponent to negotiate a mutually
acceptable agreement.
The planning and pre -implementation phase will occur from May to June 2018. The first phase of
implementation will occur between July to December 2018 and will include the payroll and tax,
time and attendance, shift scheduling and benefits administration functions identified in the scope
of work. The second phase will occur between January to June 2019 and will include the human
resources, onboarding, recruiting, health and safety and learning and development functions.
Report prepared by: Pamela Papadopoulos, extension 5973
Emails: ppapadopoulos(cDtrca.on.ca
For Information contact: Pamela Papadopoulos, extension 5973;
Victoria Kinniburgh, extension 5374
Emails: ppapadopoulos(aitrca.on.ca, vkinniburgh(cDtrca.on.ca
Date: April 5, 2018
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RES.#A43/18 - WILKET CREEK REHABILITATION PROJECT — REACH 2 (SITE 4)
Award of Contract #10001699 — Pedestrian Bridge Construction. Award of
Contract #10001699 for the supply of all labour, equipment and materials
necessary for the construction of a 25m pedestrian bridge at Reach 2 of the
multi-year Wilket Creek Rehabilitation Project in the City of Toronto.
Moved by: Jennifer Drake
Seconded by: Brenda Hogg
THAT Contract #10001699 for the supply of all labour, equipment and materials necessary
for the construction of a 25m bridge at Reach 2 of the Wilket Creek Rehabilitation Project
in the City of Toronto be awarded to McPherson -Andrews Contracting Limited at a total
cost not to exceed $194,002, plus HST, as they are the lowest bidder that best meets
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) specifications;
THAT TRCA staff be authorized to approve additional expenditures to a maximum of 10%
of the value of the contract as a contingency allowance if deemed necessary;
THAT should staff be unable to execute an acceptable contract with the awarded
contractor, staff be authorized to enter into and conclude contract negotiations with the
other contractors that submitted tenders, beginning with the next highest ranked bidder
meeting TRCA specifications;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take any action as is
necessary to implement the contract including obtaining any required approvals and the
signing and execution of documents.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
For the last several years, TRCA, in partnership with the City of Toronto, has been undertaking
restoration works along Wilket Creek. In 2010, the City of Toronto initiated a geomorphic
assessment of Wilket Creek as part of a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (MCEA) to
characterize the subwatershed. The MCEA was undertaken in order to support the design of
municipal infrastructure protection, the removal of hazardous debris jams, and the repair or
replacement of park amenities such as trails and bridges, which have been significantly impacted
by a series of severe weather events over the last 15 years. The study, published in 2015, titled
"Wilket Creek Channel within Wilket Creek Park Rehabilitation Study to Address Erosion Hazards
Threatening Infrastructure and Wilket Creek Geomorphic Systems Master Plan" (Master Plan)
delineated Wilket Creek into nine distinct reaches with several repair sites within each reach.
An agreement was reached between TRCA and the City of Toronto whereby the City of Toronto's
Parks, Forestry & Recreation and Toronto Water groups would fund the project and TRCA would
manage the detailed design and implementation of restoration works along Wilket Creek. TRCA
previously undertook emergency works at several sites along the length of the Creek prior to the
initiation and completion of the Master Plan. The work along Wilket Creek is now being completed
on a reach by reach basis, with the work being undertaken based on the highest priority sites.
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The current phase of this project is located along a section of Wilket Creek within Wilket Creek
Park known as Reach 2 and includes channel improvements to approximately 700 metres of the
watercourse, sanitary and storm sewer infrastructure protection, and trail improvements. The
proposed pedestrian bridge will be situated within Reach 2 at repair Site 4, and will provide a vital
reconnection to an existing side trail that connects the upper playing fields within Sunnybrook
Park via the Tommy Thompson Trail to the Bata Trail within Wilket Creek Park.
RATIONALE
Request for Tender #10001699 was publically advertised on the electronic procurement website
Biddingo (www.biddingo.com) on December 5, 2017 with a mandatory site information meeting
held on December 12, 2017. The following contractors attended this meeting:
• Bramoak Contracting Limited;
• Bridgecon Construction Limited;
• Clearwater Structures Incorporated;
• CSL Group Limited;
• Dagmar Construction Incorporated;
• Ferdom Construction;
• Grascan Construction Limited;
• Hobden Construction Company Limited;
• McPherson -Andrews Contracting Limited; and
• Soncin Construction
The Procurement Opening Committee opened the tenders on December 20, 2017 at 12:00 pm
with the following results:
CONTRACT #10001699 TENDER RESULTS
BIDDERS
TOTAL TENDER AMOUNT
excl. HST
McPherson -Andrews Contracting Ltd.
$194,002
Hobden Construction Company Ltd.
$215,651
CSL Group Ltd.
$234,900
Bramoak Contracting Ltd.
$339,106
Soncin Construction
$362,430
Brid econ Construction Ltd.
$385,980
Da mar Construction Inc.
$500,980
Restoration and Infrastructure staff reviewed the bid received from McPherson -Andrews
Contracting Limited (MACL) against its own cost estimate and has determined that the bid is of
reasonable value and also meets the requirements as outlined in the contract documents. Further
assessment by TRCA staff of MACL's experience and ability to undertake similar projects was
conducted through reference checks which resulted in positive feedback that MACL is capable of
undertaking the scope of work.
Based on the bids received, TRCA staff recommends that Contract #10001699 be awarded to
MACL for a total cost not to exceed $194,002, plus a 10% contingency, plus HST as they are the
lowest bidder meeting TRCA's specifications.
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TRCA staff will be present on site prior to, during and following the installation of the new bridge at
Site 4 to ensure that public safety is protected via surveillance and the maintenance of warning
signage and temporary fencing to delineate the limits of work. In addition, project information
regarding trail closures, detours, staff contact information and other details will be communicated
via project signage erected in the park, TRCA's website, and via email to internal and external
stakeholders to minimize impacts to park users. This contract is expected to be implemented in
the late summer of 2018 with an estimated installation duration of two weeks.
This project is aligned with Enabling Strategy #7 under TRCA's current 10 -year strategic plan,
which is to 'build partnerships and new business models'. The City of Toronto and TRCA have
worked together over the last several years to successfully complete remedial works along Wilket
Creek. Undertaking these remedial works and park improvements along Reach 2 of Wilket Creek
and the remaining reaches will strengthen the partnership between TRCA and the City of Toronto
and will encourage future collaborative work at other sites.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
The cost of the project is 100% recoverable from the City of Toronto within account #185-60.
Report prepared by: Nivedha Sundararajah, extension 5528
Emails: nsundararaiah(c-trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Nivedha Sundararajah, extension 5528
Emails: nsundararaiah(a)trca.on.ca
Date: March 23, 2018
Attachments: 1
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RES.#A44/18 - RESIDENTIAL RENTAL POLICY
Approval of the Residential Rental Policy, which will be used to govern
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's residential rental properties.
Moved by: Jennifer Drake
Seconded by: Brenda Hogg
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's (TRCA) Residential Rental Policy, as
outlined in Attachment 1, be approved;
AND FURTHER THAT the Residential Rental Policy be reviewed by staff on a regular basis
to ensure it is in keeping with TRCA's commitment to managing its residential rental
program in an open, fair and equal -opportunity manner, in -keeping with
industry -established best practices.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #6/14, held on July 25, 2014, staff was directed to develop a comprehensive
residential rental program policy and procedures.
A program for the acquisition of properties for conservation related purposes was started in the
1940's by the various conservation authorities which later amalgamated into Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority (TRCA). In the course of acquiring lands for erosion control, flood
protection, the conservation of key ecological features and other goals outlined in various
acquisition projects, TRCA acquired properties that were improved with residential structures of
various quality. While many of these homes have since been removed and/or sold, where these
buildings remain in reasonable condition, they have been rented to the public.
TRCA's current residential rental program consists of 119 single family dwellings, located within
conservation, open spaces and natural areas, which were assembled under various TRCA
projects. Two of the residences are staff designated dwellings whereby TRCA staff is required to
live in these homes as part of their job duties. In addition to these staff designated homes, two
more are currently rented to TRCA staff and at such time their tenancies are terminated, the
homes will then be rented in accordance to this policy. Of the total, 66 homes were acquired by
TRCA from the Ontario Realty Corporation as part of the Rouge Park and Bob Hunter Memorial
Park transfers in 2004 and 2007 respectively. At Authority Meeting #11/13 held on January 31,
2014, Resolution #A239/13, approved the transfer of various TRCA land including Rouge and
Bob Hunter Memorial Park lands to Parks Canada, for the development of the Rouge National
Urban Park. As a result, 68 of the 119 homes will be transferred to Parks Canada, leaving 51
homes in TRCA's residential rental program.
RATIONALE
The Residential Rental Policy has been developed to provide guidance to staff on the operation of
TRCA's residential rental program. TRCA is committed to an open, fair and equal -opportunity
process for managing its residential rental program and keeping with industry -established best
practices. The purpose of this document is to provide policy direction on the management of
TRCA's Residential Rental Program.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
The rental revenue generated from the residential rental program is applied to the operational
budget for the dwellings, and any remaining revenue supports TRCA's operating programs.
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DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
The Policy provides a framework for the operation of TRCA's Residential Rental Program and
provides staff direction on the following components of the Program:
• Commitment to an open and fair process for filling vacancies;
• Commitment to following policies and procedures;
• Management of the program in a manner that minimizes environmental impact;
• Commitment to managing the program in a manner consistent with the Residential
Tenancies Act; and
• Commitment to the maintenance of the Residential Rental Program.
Procedures and guidelines will be developed to assist in the implementation of the policy.
Report prepared by: Lisa Valente, extension 5297
Emails: Ivalente(a)trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Lori Colussi, extension 5303
Emails: lcol ussi(U7trca.on.ca
Date: March 22, 2018
Attachments: 1
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Attachment 1
Residential Rental Policy
Category
Approved by
Approval date (last amendment)
Approval resolution (if applicable)
Responsible Business Unit
(Who Authored)
Responsible program manager
(For Implementation)
Review Cycle
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PREFACE ........................
1. PURPOSE ................
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4. POLICY STATEMENTS / ACTION ITEMS .............
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PREFACE
A program of property acquisition for conservation related purposes was started in the 1940's by
the various conservation authorities which later amalgamated into Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority (TRCA). In the course of acquiring lands for erosion control, flood
protection, conservation of key ecological features and other goals outlined in various
acquisition projects, TRCA acquired lands with residential buildings. Many of these buildings
have since been removed or sold. However, where the buildings remain in reasonable
condition they have been made available for rental to the public. The net revenue generated
from the rental of these properties has been used to offset the cost of TRCA operating
programs.
1. PURPOSE
The purpose of this document is to provide policy direction on the management of TRCA's
Residential Rental Program.
2. AUTHORITY
Approval of the policy resides with the Authority. Responsibility for updating this policy as well
as the development of subsequent procedures and guidelines resides with the Manager, Leases
and Risk Management.
3. SCOPE
Applies to all residential units being operated by TRCA, whether tenanted by staff or the public.
Excluded from this policy are properties used in commercial and agricultural operations.
4. POLICY STATEMENTS
TRCA will operate the Residential Rental Program in a manner that:
4.1. Respects applicable statues and regulations, including the Residential Tenancies Act,
privacy legislation, income tax regulations, and TRCA policies and procedures;
4.2. Recognizes that the safety of tenants and staff is of primary importance;
4.3. Commits to practices which are open, fair and provide equal -opportunity access and
operates within industry -established best practices;
4.4. Minimizes the impact on the natural and cultural heritage;
4.5. Establishes clear operational requirements for designated dwellings where tenancy by
staff is required and ensures that tenancy is terminated when the tenant/employee
terminates their position;
4.6. Achieves fair market rent for each unit, consistent with the provisions of the Residential
Tenancies Act;
4.7. Prohibits tenancy by current staff (other than for staff designated dwellings) and
Authority Members, including their immediate family and for any other individual where
there may exist a real or perceived preferential treatment; and prohibits tenancy for
retirees, past staff and members within two years from the last date of employment;
4.8. Regularly assess the financial viability of each unit, having regard to ongoing
operational and capital investment requirements; and
4.9. Recognizes alternative uses which may be of benefit to the community at large.
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5. AUDIT COMPLIANCE
Procedures and guidelines pursuant to the Residential Rental Policy shall be developed to
ensure audit implementation compliance.
6. DEFINITIONS
Residential Rental Program — Program of residential properties that are rented to the public,
and staff designated dwellings, as per the TRCA employee Code of Conduct. For further clarity,
the Residential Rental Program does not refer to agricultural or commercial leases.
Residential Unit - Any living accommodation used or intended for use as a residential
premises.
7. REFERENCES
Ontario Human Rights Commission, Policy on Human Rights and Rental Housing, July 2009
Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, S.O. 2006, c. 17
The Landlord Tenant Board Guide to Ending Tenancies can be found the Social Justice
Tribunals Ontario Website (http://www.s'to.gov.on.ca/itb/brochures/).
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RES.#A45/18 - REMUNERATION TO MEMBERS
Authority, Committees and Advisory Boards. Review of remuneration by
municipal partners and recommendation for Authority Members and the
Regional Watershed Alliance.
Moved by: Michael Palleschi
Seconded by: Matt Mahoney
THAT item 7.6 — Remuneration to Members be withdrawn.
CARRIED
RES.#A46/18 - GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2016-2020
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
Fernbrook Homes (Lawrence) Limited (CFN 59388). Acquisition of
property located east of Jane Street and north of Lawrence Avenue West,
municipally known as 1780 Lawrence Avenue West, in the City of Toronto,
under the "Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2016-2020," Flood Plain and
Conservation Component, Humber River watershed.
(Executive Res. #818/18)
Moved by: Chris Fonseca
Seconded by: Michael Ford
THAT 1.064 hectares (2.63 acres), more or less, of vacant land, located east of Jane Street
and north of Lawrence Avenue West, said land being designated as Block 1 on draft Plan,
Project No, 28114, prepared by R. Avis Surveying Inc., municipally known as 1780
Lawrence Avenue West, in the City of Toronto, be purchased from Fernbrook Homes
(Lawrence) Limited;
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 Gowling WLG, 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 by TRCA;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary action
to finalize the transaction, including obtaining any necessary approvals and the signing
and execution of documents.
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CARRIED
RES.#A47118 GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2016-2020
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Scarborough Waterfront
Acquisition from Nick Soldatos (CFN 59463). Acquisition of property
located south of Lawrence Avenue East and east of Morningside Avenue,
municipally known as 129 Manse Road, in the City or Toronto, under the
"Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2016-2020," Flood Plain and
Conservation Component, Scarborough waterfront.
(Executive Res. #B19118)
Moved by: Chris Fonseca
Seconded by: Michael Ford
THAT 0.04 hectares (0.09 acres), more or less, of vacant land, located south of Lawrence
Avenue East and east of Morningside Avenue, said land being Part of Lot 9, Plan 3628
designated as `Existing Property to be Conveyed to Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority (TRCA)' on site plan by Chaggar Is Design Inc., BCIN: 43509, municipally known
as 129 Manse Road, in the City of Toronto, be purchased from Nick Soldatos;
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 legal firm Gowling WLG, 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 by TRCA;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary action
to finalize the transaction, including obtaining any necessary approvals and the signing
and execution of documents.
CARRIED
RES.#A48118 - TOWN OF AJAX
Request from the Town of Ajax for an Exchange of Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority -owned Lands Required for the Revitalization of
Paradise Park, Town of Ajax, Regional Municipality of Durham, Lake
Ontario Waterfront (CFN 57527). Receipt of a request from the Town of
Ajax, for an exchange of Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority -owned lands located on Lakeview Boulevard between Poplar
Avenue to Maple Avenue within Paradise Park, in the Town of Ajax,
Regional Municipality of Durham, required for the revitalization of Paradise
Park, Lake Ontario Waterfront.
(Executive Res.#820/18)
Moved by: Chris Fonseca
Seconded by: Michael Ford
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WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is in receipt of a request
from the Town of Ajax to enter into an exchange of lands in order to facilitate the
revitalization of Paradise Park, in the Town of Ajax, Regional Municipality of Durham;
AND WHEREAS 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 Town of Ajax in this
instance;
THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA enter into an exchange of lands with
Town of Ajax on the following basis:
1. Town of Ajax will convey to TRCA a parcel of land containing 0.732 hectares (1.81
acres), more or less of lands containing Lakeview Boulevard, required for the
revitalization of Paradise Park, designated as Part 7 on a draft Plan dated October
24, 2017 prepared by J.D. Barnes Limited, under job number 17-25-330-01.
2. TRCA will convey to Town of Ajax a parcel of land containing 0.597 hectares (1.48
acres), more or less, of lands containing the northern ring road, required for
revitalization of Paradise Park, designated as Part 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, & 6 on a draft Plan
dated October 24, 2017 prepared by J.D. Barnes Limited, under job number
17-25-330-01.
THAT consideration be the nominal sum of $2.00 with all legal, survey and other costs to
be paid by Town of Ajax;
THAT Town of Ajax 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
conveyance or the carrying out of construction;
THAT an archaeological investigation be completed, with any mitigation measures being
carried out to the satisfaction of TRCA staff, at the expense of Town of Ajax;
THAT a landscape plan be prepared for TRCA staff review and approval, in accordance
with existing TRCA landscaping guidelines at the expense of Town of Ajax;
THAT a permit pursuant to Ontario Regulation 166106, as amended, be obtained by Town
of Ajax prior to the commencement of construction, if required;
THAT said exchange be subject to the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources and
Forestry in accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O.
1990, Chapter C.27, as amended, if required;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary action
to finalize the transaction, including obtaining any necessary approvals and the signing
and execution of documents.
CARRIED
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RES.#A49/18 - CITY OF TORONTO
Request from the City of Toronto for Permanent Easements on Toronto
and Region Conservation Authority -owned Lands Required for Stormwater
Management Improvements at Earl Bales Park, City of Toronto, Don River
Watershed (CFN 36179). Receipt of a request from the City of Toronto for
permanent easements on Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority -owned lands located east of Bathurst Street and south of
Sheppard Avenue, municipally known as 4169 Bathurst Street, required for
stormwater management improvements at Earl Bales Park, in the City of
Toronto, Don River watershed.
(Executive Res.#821/18)
Moved by: Chris Fonseca
Seconded by: Michael Ford
WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is in receipt of a request
from the City of Toronto for the conveyance of TRCA-owned lands located east of
Bathurst Street and south of Sheppard Avenue, municipally known as 4169 Bathurst
Street, in the City of Toronto, required for stormwater management improvements at Earl
Bales Park, Don River watershed;
AND WHEREAS 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 City of Toronto in this
instance;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT permanent easements containing 0.91 hectares
(2.25 acres), more or less, of vacant land, being Part of lots 14 and 15, concession 1 WYS
and Part of Block B, Registered Plan 4060, designated as Parts 1-6 (inclusively) on draft
plan by WSP Geomatics Ontario Limited, OLS, Drawing Number: 08M-00009-04-006-001,
and Job Number: 08M-00009-04-006 and; designated as Parts 1 and 2 on draft plan by
WSP Geomatics Ontario Limited, OLS, Drawing Number: 08M -00009-R01 and Job Number:
O8M-00009-04-005, in the City of Toronto, be granted in favour to the City of Toronto;
THAT consideration be the nominal sum of $2.00; all legal, survey and other costs to be
paid by the City of Toronto;
THAT the City of Toronto 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
conveyance or the carrying out of construction;
THAT an archaeological investigation be completed, with any mitigation measures being
carried out to the satisfaction of TRCA staff, at the expense of City of Toronto;
THAT a landscape plan be prepared for TRCA staff and City of Toronto staff review and
approval, in accordance with existing TRCA landscaping guidelines at the expense of City
of Toronto;
THAT a permit pursuant to Ontario Regulation 166/06, as amended, be obtained by City of
Toronto prior to the commencement of construction, if required;
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THAT said conveyance be subject to the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources
and Forestry in accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O.
1990, Chapter C.27, as amended, if required;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary action
to finalize the transaction, including obtaining any necessary approvals and the signing
and execution of documents.
CARRIED
RES.#A50/18 - PROPOSAL TO LEASE TRCA-OWNED LAND — RAISING THE ROOF
1 Cedar Mains Drive, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel,
Humber Watershed (CFN 59510). Proposal from Raising the Roof to enter
into a 10 -year lease and contribute capital assistance in restoring a Toronto
and Region Conservation Authority -owned heritage home located at 1
Cedar Mains Drive, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel,
Humber River watershed.
(Executive Res.#822/18)
Moved by: Chris Fonseca
Seconded by: Michael Ford
WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is in receipt of a request
from Raising the Roof to enter into a lease arrangement for lands located at 1 Cedar Mains
Drive, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel;
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 Raising the Roof in this instance;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA enter into a lease with Raising the Roof
for the use of 0.2 hectares (0.5 acres), more or less, said land being part East Half Lot 20,
Concession 6 (Albion);
THAT the lease with Raising the Roof be premised on the following:
(i) that the of term the lease agreement be for 10 years, with two renewal options for
successive five year periods subject to TRCA's approval;
(ii) that the consideration be a nominal sum of $12.00 per annum plus HST (if
applicable) along with a minimum capital investment of $401,000.00 for building
restoration to the satisfaction of TRCA staff;
(iii) that an archaeological review is to be completed at the expense of Raising the
Roof with any mitigation measures being carried out to the satisfaction of TRCA;
(iv) that Raising the Roof is to be responsible for all permits and approvals required
for restoration of 1 Cedar Mains Drive, Caledon;
(v) THAT the final terms and conditions of the agreement be satisfactory to TRCA
staff and solicitors;
THAT said lease be subject to the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources and
Forestry in accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O.
1990, Chapter C.27 as amended, if required;
AND FURTHER THAT the authorized TRCA officials be directed to take whatever actions
may be required to give effect thereto including obtaining any necessary approvals and
signing and execution of documents.
CARRIED
RES.#A51/18 - CROSSLAKE FIBRE ULC.
Licence Agreement
77 Kew Beach Avenue, City of Toronto, Lake Ontario Waterfront (CFN
59396). Receipt of a request from City of Toronto and Crosslake Fibre ULC
to enter into a 20 -year licence of Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority -owned land for underground fibre optic cable installation located
south of Lakeshore Boulevard East and north of Lake Ontario, municipally
known as 77 Kew Beach Avenue, in the City of Toronto, Lake Ontario
Waterfront.
(Executive Res.#82318)
Moved by: Chris Fonseca
Seconded by: Michael Ford
WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is the owner of lands
located south of Lakeshore Boulevard East and north of Lake Ontario, municipally known
as 77 Kew Beach Avenue, City of Toronto, Lake Ontario Waterfront;
AND WHEREAS the subject lands have been turned over to the City of Toronto for
management, in accordance with the terms of an agreement dated October 11, 1972;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA concur with the City of Toronto entering
into the licence agreement with Crosslake Fibre ULC for a term of 20 years;
AND FURTHER THAT all legal, appraisal, survey and other costs incurred by TRCA to be
paid by Crosslake Fibre ULC;
AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary action
to finalize the transaction, including obtaining any necessary approvals and the signing
and execution of documents.
CARRIED
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Section II — Items for Authority Information
RES.#A52/18 - SECTION II — ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by: Maria Kelleher
Seconded by: Glenn Mason
THAT Section II items 10.2.1 —10.2.4, inclusive, contained in Executive Committee Minutes
#2/18, held on April 6, 2018, be received.
CARRIED
Section II Items 10.2.1 — 10.2.4. Inclusive
TORONTO ZOO
(Executive Res.#824/18)
TRCA NEW ADMINISTRATIVE BUILDING — COST CONSULTING SERVICES
(Executive Res.#825/18)
ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD
(Executive Res.#826/18)
PHOTOCOPIERS
(Executive Res.#827/18)
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Section III — Items for the Information of the Board
RES.#A53/18 - OAK RIDGES MORAINE GROUNDWATER PROGRAM
Progress Update. To update the Authority on the progress of the Oak
Ridges Moraine Groundwater Program.
Moved by: Matt Mahoney
Seconded by: Anthony Perruzza
THAT the staff presentation and update on the Oak Ridges Moraine Groundwater program
be received.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Since 2001, with the oversight of the Conservation Authorities Moraine Coalition (CAMC) and an
Executive Steering Committee, comprising senior level staff from York, Peel, Durham, Toronto
(YPDT), the Oak Ridges Moraine Groundwater Program (ORMGP) has proven to be a provincial
and national leading water management program. The program is an ongoing partnership of 13
municipalities and conservation authorities, led by a team of Central Lake Ontario Conservation
Authority (CLOCA) and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) and staff.
From its roots in fundamental, sound data management, the program has made significant
progress in the areas of interactive database management and accessibility over the past
decade. More recently, the program's interactive web interface has become the "go to" location
for technical staff across the jurisdiction to access water and geological related information and
analyses. The ORMGP has also established partnerships with consulting firms for increased
usage of data and interpretations.
As Ontario moves onward from source water protection, and with integrated surface water
groundwater models becoming key tools to assess, understand and synthesize Ontario's
collective understanding of water movement through the landscape, the data, interpretations and
numerical models that have been assembled under the program are proving to be essential for
assessing many of society's challenges ranging from climate change to water supply to
development impacts on water quality and quantity. It is believed that the newly developed
consultant partnerships will also result in better program data and interpretations, leading to
improved water management decisions for Ontario.
Further program details including various mapping tools and resources will be provided through a
detailed presentation at the Authority meeting. Copies of the presentation will be available to the
Authority Members upon request. Program details can be accessed via
httos://oakridaeswater.ca/home
FINANCIAL DETAILS
There are no financial implications arising from this report. The program continues to be funded
annually through an arrangement with the City of Toronto and the regional municipalities of York,
Peel and Durham, with periodic support from various provincial ministries and programs (e.g.,
Ontario Geological Survey, Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, Ministry of the
Environment and Climate Change, Source Water Protection).
Report prepared by: Steve Holysh, extension 5588
Emails: sholysh(@trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Steve Holysh, extension 5588
Emails: sholvsh dtrca.on.ca
Date: February 28, 2018
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RES.#A54/18 - SENIOR STAFF EXPENSES
Summary report of senior staff expenses for 2017.
Moved by: Brenda Hogg
Seconded by: Anthony Perruzza
THAT the summary of senior staff expenses for Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority's (TRCA) Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer and divisional
Directors for the year ended December 31, 2017, be received.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Toronto City Council on November 29, 30 and December 1, 2011, the following resolution was
approved:
City Council approve the publication on the City's public website on a semi-annual basis,
commencing with the 2011 calendar year, expenses related to business travel,
conferences and training, hospitality and protocol for senior staff positions at the Division
Head level and above. City Council provide a copy of this Item to the City's major agencies
and corporations requesting that they adopt a similar policy for their organization if they
have not already done so.
In accordance with the above resolution, TRCA staff advised the City of Toronto that TRCA staff
will report to the Authority annually on the expenses outlined within the City staff report dated
October 19, 2011, Feasibility of Publishing Expense Details of Senior City Staff on the City's
Website. TRCA commenced this summary reporting practice in 2013 to include expenses of
TRCA's Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer and divisional Directors. This information
will be available on TRCA's website as part of this report in the minutes of the meeting.
The following expenses have been detailed in Attachment 1:
Business travel, which includes any mileage reimbursement with a personal vehicle, or
operating costs of a TRCA vehicle provided to staff;
Conferences and training, which includes registration fees, accommodations and per diem
allowances;
Hospitality expenses, which includes hosting non -staff at TRCA events, eating establishments
or other permitted locations.
Report prepared by: Pamela Papadopoulos, extension 5973
Emails: ppapadopoulos(a trca.on.ca
For Information contact: Pamela Papadopoulos, extension 5973
Emails: ppapadopoulos(&trca.on.ca
Date: April 4, 2018
Attachments: 1
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Attachment 1 — Senior Staff Expenses:
Brian Denney, Chief Executive Officer
Business Travel
Jan 1 — Nov 5 Parking and Transit
406.81
Jan 1 — Nov 5 407 ETR
147.79
Jan 1 — Nov 5 Operating Cost of Assigned Vehicle
1,077.06
Total
1,631.66
Conferences and Training
30 -Jan CaGBC Membership
1,125.00
Total
1,125.00
John MacKenzie, Chief Executive Officer
Business Travel
1 -Dec Canadian Institute of Planners CIP Membership
Nov 6 -Dec 31 Parking and Transit
64.72
Nov 6 -Dec 31 407 ETR
916.38
Nov 6 -Dec 31 Operating Cost of Assigned Vehicle - Nov and Dec
2,487.31
Total 1
3,468.41
Conferences and Training
1 -Dec Canadian Institute of Planners CIP Membership
194.02
1 -Dec Ontario Professional Planners Institute OPPI Memberswipi
507.87
Total
1 701.89
Hospitality and Protocol
13 -Nov Lunch meeting with TRCA staff
58.40
16 -Nov Lunch for staff at Peel Region budget meeting
24.22
Total
82.62
Rocco Sgambelluri, Chief Financial Officer
Business Travel
Jan 1 — Sept 30 Parking and Transit 146.88
Jan 1 — Sept 30 Travel Allowance 288.53
Total 435.41
Michael Tolensky, Chief Financial Officer
Business Travel
Oct 1 -Dec 31 Parking and Transit
32.36
Oct 1 -Dec 31 407 ETR
42.53
Oct 1 -Dec 31 Travel Allowance
159.12
Total
234.01
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Darryl Gray, Director, Education, Training and Outreach
Business Travel
26 -Jul FAIVICTO - Map Unit 3
Jan 1 -Dec 31
Parking and Transit
165.09
Jan 1 -Dec 31
407 ETR
1,188.25
Jan 1 -Dec 31
Operating Cost of Assigned Vehicle
7,764.21
Total
Total 9,117.55
Conferences and Training
26 -Jul FAIVICTO - Map Unit 3
353.12
Total
353.12
Hospitality and Protocol
Jan 1 -Dec 31 Parking and Transit
17 -Mar
Leacock Foundation debate
154.87
5 -May
Climate Wise First Annual Evening dinner Admission
22.12
24 -Nov
Lunch - Raising the Roof at Cedar Mains
17.90
Total
194.89
Derek Edwards, Director, Parks and Culture
Business Travel
Jan 1 -Dec 31 Parking and Transit
95.81
Jan 1 -Dec 31 407 ETR
1,853.93
Jan 1 -Dec 31 Operating Cost of Assigned Vehicle
8,737.40
Total
10,687.14
Conferences and Training
9 -Oct National Recreation and Parks Association NRPA
204.24
- Accommodation in New Orleans
2,245.51
- Registration Fee
368.08
- Flight to New Orleans and airport transport
864.43
- Meals
56.13
17 -Apr Empire Club seminar fee
84.07
Total
3,822.46
Nick Saccone, Senior Director, Restoration and Infrastructure
Business Travel
Jan 1 -Dec 31IJ Parking and Transit
178.85
Jan 1 -Dec 31 407 ETR
816.66
Jan 1 -Dec 31 Operating Cost of Assigned Vehicle
6,045.90
Total 1 7,041.41
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Chandra Sharma, Director, Watershed Strategies
Business Travel
15 -Dec I Green Economy Perspectives
Jan 1 -Dec 31
Parking and Transit
293.13
Jan 1 -Dec 31
407 ETR
343.04
Jan 1 -Dec 31
Travel allowance
2,326.62
Total 2,962.79
Hospitality and Protocol
15 -Dec I Green Economy Perspectives
8.85
Total
8.85
Carolyn Woodland, Senior Director, Planning, Greenspace and Communications
Business Travel
Jan 1 -Dec 31 Parking and Transit
225.38
Jan 1 -Dec 31 407 ETR
207.26
Jan 1 -Dec 31 Travel allowance
1,319.62
Total
1,752.27
Hospitality and Protocol
2 -Oct
I Lunch meeting - City Hall Council -Ravine Strategy
10.78
Total
10.78
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RES.#A55/18 - SECTION III — ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD
Moved by: Jennifer McKelvie
Seconded by: Linda Pabst
THAT Section III item 10.3.1 — Information Technology Management, contained in
Executive Committee Minutes #2/18, held on April 6, 2018, be received.
CARRIED
Section IV — Ontario Regulation 166/06, as Amended
RES.#A56/18 - ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06, AS AMENDED
Moved by: Colleen Jordan
Seconded by: Paul Ainslie
THAT Section II Item 10.4 — Ontario Regulation 166/06, as amended, contained in
Executive Committee Minutes #2/18, held on April 6, 2018, be received.
CARRIED
NEW BUSINESS
FLUORIDATION IN DRINKING WATER
Moved by: John Sprovieri
THAT staff report back on the issue of hydrofluorosilicic acid in drinking water and the
discharge of it into TRCA's river systems.
RES.#A57/18 - CHALLENGE THE CHAIR
Moved by: Paul Ainslie
Seconded by: Ronald Chopowick
THAT the Chair be challenged on the decision to allow Flouridation in Drinking Water to be
considered by the Authority due to the lack of relevance to TRCA's mandate.
RECORDED VOTE
Paul Ainslie
Yea
Jack Ballinger
Yea
Ronald Chopowick
Yea
Jennifer Drake
Yea
Chris Fonseca
Yea
Michael Ford
Yea
Brenda Hogg
Yea
Jennifer Innis
Yea
Colleen Jordan
Yea
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RECORDED VOTE Cont'd
Maria Kelleher
Yea
Matt Mahoney
Yea
Glenn Mason
Yea
Mike Mattos
Nay
Jennifer McKelvie
Nay
Linda Pabst
Yea
Michael Palleschi
Nay
Anthony Perruzza
Nay
Gino Rosati
Yea
John Sprovieri
Nay
THE CHALLENGE OF THE CHAIR WAS CARRIED
THE NEW BUSINESS MOTION WAS NOT VOTED ON
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 10:54 a.m., on Friday, April 20, 2018.
Maria Augimeri
Chair
/ks
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John MacKenzie
Secretary -Treasurer