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HomeMy WebLinkAboutConservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board 1989 ~ , E-l the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority minutes COBSBRVATIOR ARD RELATED LARD MARCH 8, 1989 ti/89 MARAGBllBft ADVI SORY BOARD . The Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board met at the Authority Head Office on Wednesday, March 8, 1989 The meeting was called to order at 10.00 a.m. PRESBft Members Frank Andrews Margaret Britnell William Granger Lorna Jackson Howard Moscoe Donna Patterson Al Ruggero Vice Chairman of the Authority John McGinnis ASSBIn' Chairman Emil Kolb Vice Chairman Don Jackson Member Nancy Porteous-Koehle BLBCTIOB or CBAIRIIAII The Secretary-Treasurer informed the Board that, in the absence of the Chairman and Vice Chairman, it would be necessary to elect an Acting/Chairman for this meeting. Res. U Moved by: Frank Andrews Seconded by: Donna Patterson THAT William Granger chair the first meeting of the Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board in the absence of the Chairman and Vice Chairman. CARRIED MI80DS Res. '2 Moved by John McGinnis Seconded by Al Ruggero THAT the Minutes of Meeting '6/88 be approved. CARRIED DISCLOSORE or IRTBRBST william Granger declared a conflict, as a part-time instructor at York University, in Item 2 on page E-4, and did not participate in discussion or vote on the matter. E-2 CORSBRVATIOR AND RELATED LAND MANAGEIlENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING '1/89 DELEGATION Res. t) Moved by Margaret Britnell Seconded by Donna Patterson THAT the Board hear a five-minute presentation from Mrs. Margaret Coburn of the Concerned Citizens of King. CARRIED Mrs Coburn complimented the Authority on its Greenspace Plan, and expressed the willingness of the Concerned Citizens of King to work closely with the Authority on protecting the Oak Ridges Moraine Area. Mrs. Coburn had specific requests for information. Res. i4 Moved by Margaret Britnell Seconded by Howard Moscoe THAT the matter of finding the best possible method of working with the Concerned Citizens of King be referred to staff; AND FURTHER THAT staff provide additional copies of the Greenspace Plan and maps of the Oak Ridges Moraine to the Concerned Citizens of King when such items are available. CARRIED E-) CORSERVATION ARD RELATED LARD MARAGBllBNT ADVISORY BOARD MEETIBG '1/89 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CORSIDERATION l. CORSERVATIOR AREA DEVELOPMBRT PROJECT - 1989 -Project Revisions The Conservation Area Development Project - 1989, was adopted by Resolution 1204 at Meeting *8/88 of the Authority held on December 2, 1988. The project contained three elements; the campground washrooms at Albion Hills Conservation Area ($110,000) ; the picnic shelter and washroom at Greenwood Conservation Area ($100,000) ; and the entrance road to the Boyd Conservation Area ($290,000) . A grant of $250,000 or 50% of the cost was requested from the Ministry of Natural Resources. The grant has been approved at $155,000. It has been recommended to the Finance and Administration Advisory Board through the budget approval process that the projects at Albion Hills and Greenwood Conservation Areas proceed as outlined in the original project and that the Boyd Conservation Area project be reduced to $100,000 and a feasibility study and site plan for the proposed Water Recreation complex be undertaken in 1989. It is proposed that the development of the Water Recreation Complex would be carried out in 1990-l99l and the entrance road would be deferred and constructed at the time of the Water Recreation Complex. In addition to the project, which includes the development financed by, provincial grant and municipal levy, it is proposed to complete the Concept Plan for the Cold Creek Conservation Area which was 40% complete in 1988 and the restoration of Bruce's Mill which was approximately 50% complete in 1988. The $27,000 required for the completion of the Cold Creek Concept plan is funded through private sector revenues, with the $50,000 required to complete the restoration of Bruce's Mill being provided by the Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Foundation. Res. .5 Moved by Howard Moscoe Seconded by Lorna Jackson THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff report regarding the Conservation Area Developaent project 1989 be received; THAT the project to develop an entrance road into the Boyd Conservation Area be deferred; THAT a feasibility study and site planning for the Water Recreation Complex, Boyd Conservation Area in the amount of $lOO,OOO be approved; THAT the development of the Concept plan for Cold Creek Conservation Area estimated to cost $27,000 to complete be approved; THAT the completion of Bruce's Mill restoration at an estimated cost of $50,000 be approved; AND FURTHER THAT staff be authorized and directed to implement the revised Conservation Area Development Project - 1989 at a total cost of $387,000 CARRIED E-4 CORSERVATIOR AND RELATED LAND MANAGEIlERT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 'l/89 SECTIOR I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CORSIDBRATION 2. LAKE ST. GEORGE FOREST ARD WILDLIFE AREA -York University Request for Archaeological Summer Field School Staff of the Department of Anthropology at York University has had initial meetings with Authority staff regarding a proposed Archaeological Summer Field School in the Lake St. George Forest and Wildlife Area. This is a preliminary step on the part of the university towards the establishment of a Department of Archaeology. This type of program fits within the approved Archaeology Strategy as contained in the Greenspace Plan for the Greater Toronto Region. Such a program would be compatible with the Conservation Field Centre and the York University Research Centre approved at Authority Meeting 15/88. Subject to Authority approval and to the receipt of an Authority-held licence from the Ministry of Culture and Communications, it is proposed to carry out the Archaeology Field School June 4-30, 1989 for 20 students This pilot project would be under the direction of Robert Burgar, a qualified Archaeologist who directs the Boyd Conservation Field Centre Archaeological Credit Course for senior secondary level students and who has been contracted by the Authority to research and compile a report on archaeological sites on Authority lands. The Field School would be operated by the Authority, with the university responsible for all operating costs, inCluding supervision and administration. Res. '6 Moved by John McGinnis Seconded by Lorna Jackson THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff be directed to develop, in co-operation with the Anthropology Department of York University, an agreement for an Archaeology Field School in 1989 in the Lake St. George Forest and Wildlife Area; AND FURTHER THAT the program be evaluated to determine the feasibility of developing a long-term agreement with York University for the operation of an ArChaeology Field School on Authority lands. CARRIED 3. GLBR MAJOR FOREST ARD WILDLIFE AREA -Project for the Extension, February 1989 The Authority currently owns 5l2.3 ha in the Glen Major Forest and wildlife Area. Staff has negotiated a l20-day option to purchase an additional 52.2 ha in the amount of $6l9,200 from Mr. Campbell R. Osler. The acquisition of this property is most desirable as it will bring under Authority ownership and management another significant portion of the Duffin Creek headwaters area of the Oak Ridges Moraine adjacent to existing Authority lands. The property contains ESA No. Ill, identified in the 1980 Environmentally Significant Areas Study. The total cost of the project is $655,000 which includes associated legal, survey, appraisal and fencing costs. It is proposed that the funding come from land sale revenue. The costs may be partially offset by donations from the Institute of Marine and Terrestrial ECOlogy or The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Foundation. In September 1988, the Authority was advised by the Institute of Marine and Terrestrial Ecology of the potential to secure a donation to be used to purchase a significant forestry property. It is proposed that application be made to the Institute for a grant for this project. E-5 CORSBRVATION ARD RELATED LARD MANAGEIlERT ADVISORY BOARD MBETISG 'l/89 SECTIOR I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CORSIDERATION 3. GLER MAJOR FOREST ARD WILDLIFE AREA -project for the Extension, February 1989 contd. Res. t? Moved by Howard Moscoe Seconded by Frank Andrews WHEREAS the Osler property is a key property in the conservation and management of the Oak Ridges Moraine lands; THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the Project for the Extension of the Glen Major Forest and Wildlife Area, Appendix CR.l herewith, be approved; THAT the province of Ontario be requested to approve the project; THAT funding for the acquisition be from land sale revenue; THAT application be made to the Institute of Marine and Terrestrial Ecology for a grant relating to this acquisition of the Osler property; . AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized to take whatever action is required in connection with the Project, including the execution of the necessary documents CARRIED MBETIBG SCHBDULE Res. '8 Moved by Howard Moscoe Seconded by: Al Ruggero THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the following meeting schedule for 1989 for the ConservAtion and Related Land Management Advisory Board be approved Meeting '2 Friday, April 14, 1989 Meeting '3 Friday, June 2, 1989 Meet ing t4 Wednesday, September 20, 1989 (Preliminary Estimates) Meeting .5 Friday, November lO, 1989 CARRIED E-6 CORSERVATIOR ARD RELATED LAND MANAGEIlERT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING '1/89 SECTIOR IV - ITEMS FOR THB IRFORllATIOR OF THB BOARD 5. TOIlIlY THOIlPSOR PA1Ut -Pilot Education Program Res. .9 Moved by Howard Moscoe Seconded by Al Ruggero THAT the Pilot Education Program at Tommy Thompson Park, forwarded to this Board for information purposes only, be received. CARRIED TERIlIRATIOR ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 10 50 a m., wednesday, March 8, 1989 . William Granger W.A. McLean Acting Chairman Secretary-Treasurer em ~ , E-7 the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority minutes CORSERVATION ARD RELATED LARD APRIL 14, 1989 '2/89 MARAGEMERT ADVISORY BOARD The Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board met in the Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village Visitors Centre on Friday, April 14, 1989. The Chairman called the meeting to order at lO.OO a m. PRESBRT Chairman Emil Kolb Vice Chairman Don Jackson Members Margaret Britnell William Granger Lorna Jackson Howard Moscoe Donna Patterson Nancy Porteous-Koehle Al Ruggero Chairman of the Authority William Foster Vice Chairman of the Authority John McGinnis Barman & Swallow, Consultants John Swallow Vince Gambino ASSERT Member Frank Andrews MIRUTES Res. 110 Moved by William Granger Seconded by Al Ruggero THAT the Minutes of Meeting 'l/89 be approved CARRIED DELBGATIO. Res. III Moved by Nancy Porteous-Koehle Seconded by: Al Ruggero THAT Mr. Gordon Fogg, representating Cold Creek Neighbours, be allowed to make a presentation to the Board. CARRIED Mr. Fogg made the request that the Authority completely enclose the rifle range and eliminate the trap shooting operation at Cold Creek Conservation Area in order to satisfy the complaints of neighbours. E-8 CORSERVATIOR AND RELATED LARD MANAGEIlENT ADVISORY BOARD MBETIRG '2/89, APRIL 14, 1989 SECTION I - ITEIlS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 1. COLD CREEK CORSERVATIOR AREA -Range Noise Study For the past three years, staff has been attempting to resolve the problem of noise from the target ranges at the Cold Creek Conservation Area. Following recommendations from our consultants, Barman Swallow Associates, work was completed in 1988 to relocate the trap range and to construct a sound attenuation chamber on the rifle range. Upon completion of the work, Barman Swallow Associates carried out tests on four days in December to evaluate the effectiveness of these measures. Improvements up to 26 dB have been achieved and the noise levels meet the Ministry of the Environment criteria for new range faci li ties, i e. ranges built after January 1, 1980 Barman Swallow Associates makes the following further recommendations TRAP RANGE - To plant dense vegetation which retains its foliage during the winter months, primarily in and around the wooded area just west of the trap range and as close as possible to the shooters. - To extend the 3m wooden barrier towards the northwest since scaling the berm revealed a clear line of sight to the residence just south of the Caple property. In addition, it is also recommended that we investigate the possibility of planting extra vegetation and trees in sparse areas located between the new trap range and the llth Concession. - The ground in and around the shooters be sodded andlor covered with dense vegetation. In addition, all berms be sodded and/or covered with dense vegetation or equivalent. These measures will decrease the reflective nature of the frozen earth and excess attenuation due to ground effect will be maximized. This measure alone results in an improvement of 2-3 dB. RIFLE RANGE - The rifle range doors be kept closed at all times and all windows be well sealed and caulked. Alternatively, since the door is a .weak link · in the rifle range enclosure and tends to be propped open, it could be replaced with a vestibule and second door. - The ricochet baffles, as well as the ground, be made as absorptive as possible. The 1989 operating schedule has been changed to limit both trap and ri fle range use to Saturdays and hOlidays during the months of January through March, and November and December. During the months of April through July, the rifle range will operate only on Mondays, Fridays, Saturdays and holidays. All ranges, with the exception of .22 rimfire, will continue to be closed on Sundays. All previously established ammunition restrictions will continue to be enforced. Res. 112 Moved by: Howard Moscoe Seconded by: William Granger THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff report summarizing the Cold Creek Conservation Area Shooting Range Post Mitigation Noise Study be received; THAT the recommendations contained in the report be implemented; THAT the Cold Creek Conservation Area target ranges operate as outlined in the 1989 Range Schedule; AND FURTHER THAT staff review and report back to the Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board after the end of January 1990. CARRIED E-9 COBSERVATIOR ARD RELATED LARD MARAGEIlENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETIRG 12/89, APRIL 14, 1989 SECTIOR I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATIOR 2. BOND LAKB S'l'ODY The Authority is in receipt of a letter and report from the Town of Richmond Hill requesting participation in a Study of Bond Lake and adjacent lands We are asked to contribute one-third of the cost of the study to a maximum of $33,000, based on a total cost of $100,000 This amount would be reduced to $16,500 if a Ministry of Tourism and Recreation grant for $50,000 is received. The purpose of the study is to review the area to determine appropriate future use, particularly public recreation, and to identify priority areas for public acquisition. The Authority has previously indicated its interest in the acquisition of those parts of the property directly related to the lake and the Bond Lake Bog E S.A., an area of approximately 270 acres. In order to acquire these lands, a project would need to be prepared and submitted for the approval of the Authority's funding partners, the Province and the member municipali.ties. The proposed study would provide the background rationale for project preparation, as it would delineate the specific areas recommended for public acquisition. Costs related to acquisition could then be determined and the necessary approvals requested. The Region of York recently approved funding of $l6,500 to participate in the study, assuming a 50% grant from the Ministry of Tourism and Recreation. This would appear to be a reasonable level for Authority participation, with any further commitments being brought back to the Board for review Funds are available from lease revenues to participate in the Bond Lake Study. Res. 113 Moved by Lorna Jackson Seconded by Nancy Porteous-Koehle THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT we participate in the Bond Lake Study to a maximum of $l6,SOO; AND FURTHER THAT our participation include involvement in: (a) finalization of the study terms of reference, (b) consultant selection, and (c) as a member of the general steering committee overseeing study progress. CARRIED 3. COllCBP'l' PLAIIS FOR CLAIRBVILLB, BOYD, PE'l"l'ICOAT CUBE ARD GRBBII1IOOD CORSBRVATIOB AREAS, ARD THB GREATER TORORTO RBGIOR TRAIL SYS'l'BII PROPOSAL Res. 114 Moved by: Nancy Porteous-Koehle Seconded by: William Granger THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY that the Concept Plans for Claireville, Boyd, Petticoat Creek and Greenwood Conservation Areas, and the Greater Toronto Region Trail System Proposal, Appendix CR.6 dated April 14, 1989, be approved; AND FURTHER THAT the Concept Plans and Proposal be provided to the member municipalities and the Ministry of Natural Resources, for their information CARRIED E-lO CONSERVATION AND RELATED LARD MARAGEIlENT ADVISORY BOARD MEBTING 12/89, APRIL 14, 1989 SECTION I - ITEIlS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATIOR 4. CORSERVATIOR AREA DBVELOPIlBRT: 1990-1994 -Five-Year Budget Projection On December 4, 1987, the Authority received and approved The Strategy For The Public Use of Conservation Authority Lands. The Strategy is an overview of the Authority's role in making some of its conservation lands available for public uses. The Strategy was responsive to the changing interests of the urban community; it was creative in the types of facilities offered; and it was innovative in suggesting a broader base of financial support for facilities, programs and services. An extensive public participation program, spanning more than a year, was undertaken and reported to this Board in February of this year. The public supported the Strategy and gave unanimous support and preference for the following activities - acquisition of more natural resource lands - trails (hiking, cycling, equestrian) - conservation education - picnicking - natural water swimming The following activities were acceptable, subject to being planned to be compatible with the environmental constraints - family camping (short stay/rustic setting) - artificial swimming with small water play systems - mini golf, chip and putt golf, par 3 golf - equestrian activities - fishing - canoeing/small sailboats - outdoor amphitheatre Intensive recreation development acceptable to the public, if limited to a few areas and if the facilities do not interfere with the natural environment, was - regulation golf course - full service campground (hydro & water hookups) - resort/rustic lodge - major water theme park The public participation program has assisted staff in preparing both the concept plans of the Areas and the Five-Year Budget Projection for Conservation Area Development. Much more emphasis is required for land acquisition, protection of conservation lands in the headwaters and environmentally sensitive areas, through both purchase and landowner agreements. Land acquisition will be a major part of the Greenspace Plan. Implementation of the Greenspace Plan will permit many more opportunities for outdoor recreation and conservation education, including trail development. Priority will be given to creating a plan and implementing a major component of the inter-regional trail system. A survey of the Boards of Education in the watershed will be made to determine their interest in the facilities proposed in this Five-Year Budget Projection and other areas. The interest of the Boards in providing facilities that can yield opportunities for outdoor and conservation education, outdoor recreation and adult programing will be determined. E-ll CORSERVATIOR AND RELATED LARD MARAGEMBRT ADVISORY BOARD MBBTIRG 12/89, APRIL 14, 1989 SECTION I - ITEIlS FOR AUTHORITY CORSIDBRATIOR 4. CORSERVATION AREA DEVELOPMBRT: 1990-1994 -Five-Year Budget Projection contd. Interpretive messages leading to a better understanding and appreciation of the natural environment will be featured in all conservation areas and along trails Picnicking will continue to be a major use of all areas with improved facilities, shelters and washrooms. It is recognized that natural and scenic areas are one of the most important products the Authority offers on its lands, and substantial increases in funding are allocated for environmental enhancement. While the public favours natural swimming areas, it is evident that water quality in small rivers, lakes and ponds is di'fficult to maintain; in fact, large numbers of swimmers contribute to the deterioration of water quality New swimming areas will be, of necessity, in artificial swimming facilities The program began a few years ago to improve water quality for swimming at Bruce's Mill, Albion Hills, Heart Lake and Claireville and will be continued at Boyd, Greenwood and Petticoat Creek Conservation Areas Major outdoor recreation and conservation education facilities have been re- examined in view of the public concern over the possible effect on the environment. Some facilities, such as a major tourist campground at Boyd and Petticoat Creek and a golf course at Greenwood, have been removed from the plans. The campground and water recreation complex for Greenwood has been substantially downsized. The water recreation complex, originally planned for the valley in Boyd, is now proposed to be located on table lands, thus retaining the scenic and natural values of the valley for quiet passive uses. The development of Authority lands is designed to be responsive, creative and innovative in providing inter-regional facilities for the community to access Authority lands, providing healthy outdoor conservation education and recreation services. These opportunities can only be provided in the greater Toronto region by the Authority with its large, varied and scenic land base. The major facilities are carefully placed on table lands, to minimize their impact on renewable natural resources. At the conclusion of the Five-Year Budget Projection the improved facilities will provide outdoor recreation and conservation education experiences for an estimated 450,000 people. Net revenues from recreation facilities are projected to offset some existing costs, so that general parking fees at all conservation areas may be removed. It is also anticipated that private sector lease revenues will be available to assist and accelerate the upgrading of the public use facilities in the second five year project. The implementation of the Conservation Area Development Project will require the support of the member municipalities, the Ministry of Natural Resources, other provincial ministries (e.g Ministry of Tourism and Recreation, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food, Ministry of Citizenship and Culture), the Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Foundation and the private sector. E-l2 CORSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 12/89, APRIL 14, 1989 SECTIOR I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CORSIDERATION 4. CONSERVATION AREA DEVELOPIlBRT: 1990-1994 -Five-Year Budget Projection contd. Res. U5 Moved by Don Jackson Seconded by Al Ruggero WHEREAS the Authority has adopted a Strategy for the Public Use of Conservation Authority Lands and an annual Conservation Area Development Project; AND WHEREAS a Five-Year Budget Projection would enable the Authority and its key partners to continue to provide public use of its lands in a more rational and planned basis to serve Metropolitan Toronto, the Regional Municipalities of Peel, York and Durham and the Townships of Adjala and Mono; THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the Five-Year Budget Projection for the Implementation of Conservation Area Development (1990-l994) , Appendix CR. 36 dated April 14, 1989, be approved; AND FURTHER THAT the following action be taken (a) The Ministry of Natural Resources, Province of Ontario, the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, the Regional Municipalities of Peel, York and Durham, and the Townships of Adjala and Mono be advised . of the Five-Year Budget Projection for Implementation of Conservation Area Development (l990-l994) and be requested to include this Budget Projection in their multi-year forecasts, with final approval subject to an annual submission of the details of the Conservation Area Development Project; (b) The Ministry of Tourism and Recreation, Province of Ontario, be requested to participate in the funding of the major recreation facilities on the basis as set forth in the Five-Year Budget Projection for the Implementation of Conservation Area Development (l990-l994) ; (c) The Ministries of Culture and Communications and Agriculture and Food, Province of Ontario, be requested to participate in the funding of Conservation Area Development on the basis as set forth in the Five-Year Budget Projection for the Implementation of Conservation Area Development (1990-l994); (d) The Boards of Education in the Metro Toronto Region be invited to participate in those conservation education facilities as set forth in the Five-Year Budget Projection for the Implementation of Conservation Area Development (l990-l994); (e) The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Foundation be requested to provide continuing funding on the basis as set forth in the Five-Year Budget Projection for the Implementation of Conservation Area Development (l990-l994) and further that the Foundation be requested to consider a major fund raising project to support the inter-regional trail development and associated land acquisition as outlined in the Greenspace Plan; (f) The private sector be invited to submit proposals for the planning, development and operation of appropriate facilities described in the Five-Year Budget Projection for the Implementation of Conservation Area Development (1990-l994) ; (g) The appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action is required in connection with the Five-Year Budget Projection for the Implementation of Conservation Area Development, including the execution of any documents. CARRIED E-13 CORSERVATIOR ARD RELATED LARD JlAHAGEMERT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 12/89, APRIL 14, 1989 SECTION II - ITEIlS FOR EXECUTIVE COIlllITTEB CORSIDERATIOR No items SECTION III - ITEIlS FOR CORSIDERATIOR BY AROTHER BOARD No items SECTIOR IV - ITEIlS FOR THE INFORllATIOR OF THB BOARD 5. OAK RIDGES MORAIRE -Working Group/Concerned Citizens of King The Board, at its Meeting *6/88, held February 3, 1989, received a staff report and recommendations regarding the formation of a Working Group to address issues relating to management of the headwaters area, and adopted Resolution 138/88 -THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT a Working Group be established to act as an advisor to the Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board on the development of the Oak Ridges Moraine policies as they relate to the Greenspace Plan for the Greater Toronto Region; -AND FURTHER THAT the Working Group consist of a Chairman and three members of the Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board, as well as four citizen members representing the various parts of the headwater areas. - At its Meeting 'l/89, held March 8, 1989, the Board heard a presentation by Mrs. Margaret Coburn, Chairman, Concerned Citizens of King Township. In this regard the Board adopted Resolution '4/89 -THAT the matter of finding the best possible method of working with the Concerned Citizens of King be referred to staff; -AND FURTHER THAT staff provide additional copies of the Greenspace Plan and maps of the Oak Ridges Moraine to the Concerned Citizens of King when such items are available.- The Concerned Citizens of King Township represent headwaters residents within their area, are interested in active participation and have indicated a willingness to work with the Authority. Res. 116 Moved by: Margaret Britnell Seconded by: Donna Patterson THAT the Concerned Citizens of King Township be invited to designate one of their members as their representative on the Authority's Oak Ridges Moraine , Working Group. CARRIED TERIlIRATIOR ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at ll.45 a.m., April l4, 1989 Emil Kolb W.A. McLean Chairman Secretary-Treasurer em ~ , E-14 the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority minutes CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND JURE 2, 1989 13/89 MANAGBllBRT ADVISORY BOARD The Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board met in the Humber Room at 5 Shoreham Drive, Downsview, on Friday, June 2, 1989 The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10.00 a.m. PRESENT Chairman Emil Kolb Vice Chairman Don Jackson Members Frank Andrews William Granger Donna Patterson Nancy Porteous-Koehle A'l Ruggero Bev Salmon Vice Chairman of the Authority John McGinnis ASSBRT Members Margaret Britnell Lorna Jackson Howard Moscoe MIRUTES Res. U7 Moved by Don Jackson Seconded by Al Ruggero THAT the Minutes of Meeting 12/89 be approved. CARRIED CORllBSPORDBRCE Letter from the Clerk's Office of the Township of King informing the Authority of a resolution passed at Council, reading in part as follows -THAT the Council of the Township of King requests The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority to close the rifle range and trap shooting range at Cold Creek Conservation Area.- Res. 118 Moved by Nancy Porteous-Koehle Seconded by William Granger THAT the Township of King be informed of Authority Resolution '79 taken at Meeting '3 held on May 12, 1989; THAT the Authority's consideration of the Cold Creek Conservation Area rifle and trap shooting ranges be held until January 1990, as stated in the Authority resolution; AND FURTHER THAT a copy of the reply to King Township receive the same circulation as the Clerk of the Township of King's letter. CARRIED E-1S CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD ,MEETING '3/89 SECTION' I - ITBIlS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATIOR DELEGATION Mr David Youngwolf, Region Tribal Chairman, Toronto Urban Indian Council, presented a video tape regarding the Green Summer Camp and addressed the Board requesting waiver of camp fees in the amount of $9,775 for the use of part of Greenwood Conservation Area in the summer of 1988. Res. H9 Moved by William Granger Seconded by Bev Salmon THAT the presentation of Mr. David Youngwolf, Region Tribal Chairman, Toronto Urban Indian Council, be received. CARRIED 1. GREER SUIlIlBR CAMP IRC. -Waiver of 1988 Day Camp Fees Greenwood Conservation Area KEY ISSUB The Toronto Urban Indian Council is requesting the Authority to waive the day camp fees of $9,775.00 incurred by the Green Summer Camp for its program held at the Greenwood Conservation Area in 1988. Res. '20 Moved by Don Jackson Seconded by: Donna Patterson 'l'BB BOARD RBCOMIlERDS TO THE AU'l'BORITY 'l'BAT the request fro. the Toronto Urban Indian Council to waive day caap fees of $9,775.00 incurred by the Green Su..er Caap for its prograa held at the Greenwood ConservAtion Area in 1988 not be granted, ARD FOR'l'BBR 'l'BAT staff be directed to arrange suitable repayaent teras with the Toronto Urban Indian CORDcil. CARRIED BACEGROURD Last year, the Toronto Urban Indian Council requested permission to hold its Green Summer Camp program in the Rodor section of the Greenwood Conservation Area. The Council was advised of, and agreed to, all standard rules and procedures that apply to day camps, including the regular day camp fee of 75 cents per camper per day. This camp was designed to service some of the most severely disadvantaged homes in Metro and, therefore, did not include, as a source of funding, any charge to the individual campers. The Council obtained its support for this program by donations of materials and supplies and monetary contributions. Unfortunately, not all commitments were honoured, leaving the Council unable to pay the day camp fees. RATIORALB The Council has asked the Authority to waive the day camp fees as its donation in support of the Green Summer Camp. While the value of this project is understood, it is not appropriate for the Authority to provide this level of support Firstly, other charitable organizations, e.g YMCA, operate day camps in several conservation areas and include in their funding requirements provision for the Authority day camp fees. Fees for this type of activity are maintained as low as possible in order not to place und ue burden on such organizations, but form part of the conservation area operations funding. For 1988, this outstanding debt has been credited to area operations and, if it is now written off, would have to be charged against 1989 operations, thereby placing the Greenwood operating budget in a deficit position E-l6 CONSERVATIOR AND RELATBD LAND MAHAGBMBRT ADVISORY BOARD MEBTIRG 13/89 SECTION I - ITBIlS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 2. YORK UNIVERSITY MASTER PLAN KEY ISSUB Potential impacts of the proposed York University Master Plan on Authority policy and program interests. Res '21 Moved by Al Ruggero Seconded by Nancy Porteous-Koehle THE BOARD RBCOMIlBNDS TO THE AU'l'BORITY 'l'BAT York University be requested to recognize tbe potential iapacts of its proposed Master PIan on Autbority policy and prograa interests, AND FOR'l'BER 'l'BAT tbe following issues be resolved tbrougb discussions between tbe University and tbe Autbority: (a) stora drainage design (b) valley land retention (c) relocation and enbanceaent of tbe playing fields (d) regional transportation access (e) developaent of the northwest quadrant (f) size and coaposition of tbe buffer area east of Black Creek pioneer village (g) plans for dealing witb traffic on Murray Ross Parkway (h) four-storey buildings facing Black Creek Pioneer Village be built in a .step-up. design (i) iaportance of tezture of buildings in nortbwest quadrant (j) disposition of tbe bi.torical buildings on caapus. CARRIED BACKGROURD York University was established in 1965 and, under a Master Plan prepared in the late 1960's, developed a core of buildings in the central area of its 600 acres of land. Student growth has exceeded the capacity of the Master Plan by 10,000 and lack of funds prevented completion of the Plan. The new Master Plan proposes to: . create academic and residential space for the University . permit accessory and complementary uses on its land as a means of financing its growth requirements . improve the on-campus environment The Authority has an interest in major development/redevelopment as it affects our natural resource management programs. The proximity of York University to the Authority's principal heritage conservation project, Black Creek Pioneer village, must also be addressed. E-17 CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEIlENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 13/89 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CORSIDBRATION 2. YORK UNIVERSITY MASTER PLAN contd. FUTURE BEREFITS/PROBLEMS As with all maJor development/redevelopment proposals, there is a benefit to the Authority's resource management programs gained by early involvement in the planning process. The opportunity to review plans for uses adjacent to Black Creek Pioneer Village is also of benefit to the long-term integrity of this project specific to the intrusion of external uses and their potential negative impacts on the visitor's experience and enjoyment. There are five issues to which the Authority should direct its involvement 1. Storm Drainage Design The Plan contains reference to the need for storm run-off controls; identifies the Authority's interest in flooding and erosion; and includes a map of preliminary storm drainage facilities. The ultimate design of the storm drainage system should be completed prior to further new development to ensure an optimum system. Authority technical review and approval of a comprehensive plan should be required. 2. Valleyland Retention Generally, the Plan respects Authority regulation limits. In the south-west portion, however, the concept plan permits encroachment of buildings within the regulated area. While the university is attempting to maximize use of its land and while it may be technically feasible to permit this encroachment, the Authority should recommend that all of the valleylands be retained as greenspace. 3. Relocation of the Playing Fields These facilities are currently located in the north-west quadrant of the University, across Murray Ross Parkway from Black Creek pioneer Village. It is proposed that the fields be relocated adjacent to the Authority office, south of Shoreham Drive, and to a tributary of Black Creek. It is also a possibility that this area will be turned over to North York for management as a local park. This relocation also proposes enhancement to the new area in conjunction with the Authority, Metro and North York Parks. The Authority should support the opportunity to enhance these lands immediately adjacent to this tributary of the Black Creek, and to be contacted for comment on any specific plans for site development. 4. Regional Transportation Access The Plan recommends the linking of York University to mass transit and routing this facility around the south-west quadrant of the property. This would assist the Authority in its efforts to improve access to Black Creek Pioneer village. The Authority should support the improved linking of York University to mass transit and request recognition of the need to co-ordinate future systems with serving Black Creek Pioneer Village. 5. Development of the North-West Quadrant The freeing up of lands in the north-west quadrant, by moving the playing fields south, is for the purpose of enabling -accessory and complementary uses- to be developed. Impacts of this development on the visitors' enjoyment of Black Creek pioneer Village are proposed to be offset by the development of a vegetated open space buffer between Murray Ross Parkway and the buildings and by limiting the buildings to a maximum of four storeys. To ensure the interests of the Authority with respect to the Village, the university should be advised of its interests and an evaluation of potential impacts be requested. . E-18 CORSERVATION AND RELATED LARD MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD ,MEETING 13/89 SECTIOR I - ITBIlS FOR AUTHORITY CORSIDERATION 3. THE IlBTROPOLITAN TORORTO AND REGION CONSBRVATION FOUNDATION -Fund Raising KEY ISSUE To increase the capacity of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Foundation to raise funds Res *22 Moved by Al Ruggero Seconded by Bev Salmon THE BOARD RECOIlllERDS TO TBB AU'l'BORI'l'Y 'l'BAT the Authority provide The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Foundation with funding up to $16,000 for the purposes of carrying out a Fund Raising Study prior to its launching any fund raising caapaigns. CARRIED BACKGROURD The Executive Committee, at its meeting on November l8, 1988, adopted Resolution '225 -THAT the thrust of the proposal to develop a fund raising strategy be supported; -THAT, as an alternative to a feasibility study done by a consultant, the Foundation establish a fund raising unit with professional staff; -THAT the first responsibility of this unit be to develop a fund raising plan with a variety of strategies to assist the Foundation to raise at least $1 million annually; AND FURTHER THAT staff report on the funding that would be required from the Authority to establish this unit.- Staff has had ongoing discussions with the Chairman of the Foundation regarding the requirements to raise $l-2 million per year for general project funding for Black Creek Pioneer Village, Kortright Centre for Conservation and Cold Creek Conservation Area, and also the possibi- li ty of launching a major large capital project campaign to support the Greenspace Program (land acquisition and trail development). DBTAILS OF WORK TO BB DOH In preparation for the foregoing, the Foundation must study and assess its resources to raise funds, its key and potential supporters, and the fund raising infrastructure required to meet campaign goals. Factors considered will include projects to be funded, existing donor base, potential donors, techniques, resources required for fund raising, image, donor recognition, cash versus in-kind goods and services. Staff agrees with the Chairman of the Foundation that the above work is an essential first step in establishing an appropriate fund raising capacity to achieve the Authority funding requirements. FINANCIAL DBTAILS Funding for this work is available from Private Sector Recreation Development revenues. E-19 . CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMBNT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 13/89 SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD 4. TOMMY THOMPSON PA1Ut -Pilot Education Program Res. #23 Moved by William Granger Seconded by Don Jackson THAT tbe report on tbe pilot Education prograa at To..y Tbo.pson Park, forwarded fro. tbe Water and Related Land Manage.ent Advisory Board, be received. CARRIED 5. 1988 PROGRAM PERFORMANCE REVIEW KEY ISSUB The review of the 1988 program performance in achieving the adopted goals and objectives of the Authority is now complete. Res. *24 Moved by Nancy Porteous-Koehle Seconded by Al Ruggero THAT tbe 1988 progra. Perfor.ance Review, Appendiz AIl.8, be received for infor.ation CARRIED BACKGROURD This report has been reviewed by the Evaluation and Review Committee and recommended for circulation to all Advisory Boards. TBRIlIHATIOR ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11 30 a.m., June 2, 1989. Emil Kolb W.A. McLean Chairman Secretary-Treasurer em ~ , E-20 the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority minutes CORSERVATION AND RELATED LARD SEPTEIlBER 20, 1989 14/89 MANAGBIlENT ADVISORY BOARD The Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board met at Black Creek Pioneer Village Visitors Centre on Wednesday, September 20, 1989 The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 00 a m PRESERT Chairman Emil Kolb Members Margaret Britnell Howard Moscoe Donna Patterson Nancy Porteous-Koehle Bev Salmon Acting Chairman of the Authority John McGinnis ASSENT Vice Chairman Don Jackson Members Frank Andrews William Granger Lorna Jackson Al Ruggero MIRUTES Res. #25 Moved by Howard Moscoe Seconded by Donna Patterson THAT the Minutes of Meeting #3/89 be approved CARRIED The Board heard presentations on the following proposals (a) Equestrian Facility at Claireville Conservation Area Ebenezer Site (b) Two submissions on proposed Golf Course at Claireville Conservation Area. (c) Wild Water Kingdom - 1990 Development Res. 126 Moved by: Nancy Porteous-Koeble Seconded by: Margaret Britnell . THAT all tbe presentations be received and the participants tbanked for tbeir contribution. CARRIED E-2l CONSERVATIOR AND RELATED LAND IlARAGBMBNT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 14/89 SEPTEMBBR 20, 1989 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDBRATIOR 1. CLAIRBVILLE CONSBRVATIOR AREA -Wild Water Kingdom, 1990 Development Res. 127 Moved by: Rancy Porteous-Koehle Seconded by: Howard Moscoe THB BOARD RECOIlllENDS TO THE AU'l'BORITY THAT the following developments proposed for 1990 by Wild Water Kingdo. in letter dated Septe.ber 7, 1989, be approved subject to detailed plans being presented and approved according to the provisions of tbe agree.ent: 1. A large activity pool, Adventure Island, incorporating featu~es such as cli.bers, pulley swings, Hydro.ania water slides, shotgun slides, etc. This pool will be targeted towards young adult visitors, with an eapbasis on individual activities and tbrills1 2. A 600-foot extension to tbe present 1200-foot long Lazy River Ride1 3. A large passive pool, Tbe Blue Lagoon, containing a grotto, waterfalls and a surrounding sun-tanning patio areaJ 4. Expansion of tbe cbildren's water play area1 5. An additional regulation size baseball dia.ondJ 6. Otilization of tbe reservoir to include a nu.ber of activities sucb as bu.per boats, re.ote control boats, pedal boatsJ 7. A licensed sit-down restaurant facility. CARRIED 2. CLAIREVILLE CORSERVATIOR AREA -Wild Water Kinqdom Proposal KEY ISSUB The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a proposal from Wild Water Kingdom Ltd. to design, develop, and operate additional associated facilities on Authority land leased or licenced to Wild Water Kingdom Ltd. RBCOIlMBRDATIOR THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT Authority staff, in consultation with the Authority solicitor, be directed to arrange for the preparation of an amendment to the agreement with Wild Water Kingdom Ltd. to provide for . a full 21 year term from February 22, 1989; the maximum percentage rent payable to the Authority be 10% commencing in the fifth lease year and be conditional on Wild Water Kingdom Ltd making an investment of $5 million on added facility developments subject to preliminary and final approval by the Authority; the licence agreements be amended to permit the tenant to recover a prorated portion of the cost of approved development on the licenced lands should said lands be required by the Authority, resulting in non-renewal of the licence agreement; E-22 CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 14/89 SEPTEMBER 20, 1989 SECTION I - ITBIlS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 2. CLAIREVILLE CONSERVATION AREA -Wild Water Kingdom Proposal contd. THAT said agreement be subject to the issuance of an Order in Council in accordance with Section 2l(c) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R S.O 1980, Chapter 85, as amended; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. Res. 128 Moved by: Boward Moscoe Seconded by: Margaret Britnell THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THB AUTHORITY THAT Authority staff, in consultation with the Authority solicitor, be directed to arrange for the preparation of an a.end.ent to the agree.ent on Authority land presently leased to Wild Water Kingdoa Ltd., said land consisting of approximately 48.5 acres, at the C1airevil1e Conservation area in the City of Bra.pton, in the Regional Municipality of Peel, to provide for: . a full 21 year ter. fro. February 22, 1989; . the maximua percentage rent payable to the Authority be 10' coamencing in the fifth lease year and be conditional on Wild Water Kingdo. Ltd. .aking an investment of $5 mil1ion on added facility develop.ents subject to preli.inary and final approval by the Authority; THAT said agree.ent be subject to the issuance of an Order in Council in accordance with Section 21(c) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1980, Chapter 85, as amended; THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action aay be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary appr~vals and the execution of any docu.entsJ AND FURTHER THAT the request fro. Wild Water Kingdoa for consideration of reco..endations with respect to future developaent beyond 1990 be deferred to a subsequent Conservation and Related Land Manage.ent Advisory Board aeeting. CARRIED 3. COLD CREBK CONSERVATIOR AREA -Range Noise Correspondence KEY ISSUE Since the last meeting of the Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board, June 2, 1989, several items of correspondence have been received regarding the Cold Creek Conservation Area Range Noise Issue. Res. 129 Moved by: Howard Moscoe Seconded by: Margaret Britnell THE BOARD RECOIlllERDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT correspondence, Appendix CR.66 herewith, relating to the Cold Creek Conservation Area Range Noise issue, be received for infor.ation; AND FURTHBR THAT the Authority, when considering this .atter, include the option of finding an alternate location. CARRIED E-23 CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 14/89 SEPTEMBER 20, 1989 SECT lOR I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 3. COLD CREEK CORSERVATION AREA -Range Noise Correspondence contd. BACKGROUND Following the Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting i3/89, June 2, 1989 and Executive Committee Meeting '5/89, June 9, 1989, the Township of King was informed of Authority Resolutions '79 and *80 adopted at meeting *3/89, May 12, 1989, reading as follows Res. 179 Moved by William Granger Seconded by Don Jackson THAT staff report summarizing the Cold Creek Conservation Area Shooting Range Post Mitigation Noise Study be received; THAT the recommendations contained in the report be implemented; THAT the Cold Creek Conservation Area target ranges operate as outlined in the 1989 Range Schedule; THAT staff review and report back to the Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board after the end of January 1990 AMENDMENT Res. *80 Moved by Marie Labatte Seconded by Howard Moscoe THAT the staff report include number of people benefiting, extent of complaints and projected increase in costs to maintain the operation at the Cold Creek Conservation Area; AND FURTHER THAT a specific direction be given to consultant to test the noise level on a busy operating day. THE AMENDMENT WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED The Township of King's July lO, 1989, letter was received at Authority Meeting '5/89, July 28, 1989, and by Resolution ,l93 referred to this meeting of the Board. Under date of July 4, 1989, Mr. D J. Caple, one of the Cold Creek neighbours, wrote to Board Chairman, Mr. Emil Kolb An identical letter was also sent to Acting Chairman, Mr John McGinnis. A copy of Mr. Caple's July 4, 1989 letter to our consultants, Barman Swallow Associates, was also received by both Mr. McGinnis and staff On August 11, 1989, Mr. Caple again wrote to Mr. McGinnis Further correspondence under date of August 2l, 1989 and September 5, 1989, has been received from the Township of King A copy of the Minister of Natural Resources' response to Mr. Charles Beer's, M.P P , letter of July 25, 1989, has also been received. DETAILS OF WOlU[ TO BB DORB As directed by the Authority, staff has proceeded to arrange with Barman Swallow Associates to test range noise levels under normal operations Testing is being carried out on four Saturdays and three weekdays The consultants are to provide a report by the beginning of November, 1989, in order that a staff report can be prepared for the consideration of the Conservation and Related Land Management Board The preparation of the input will include discussions between the consultants, neighbours and representatives of user groups to ensure all aspects of the problem are carefully reviewed in recommendations for future range operations E-24 CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND IlARAGEIlENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 14/89 SEPTEMBER 20, 1989 SECTIOR I - ITBIlS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 4. CLAIREVILLE CONSERVATION AREA -Golf Course - Preliminary Proposals KEY ISSUE Design, develop and operate a golf course at the Claireville Conservation Area in the area designated in the Concept Plan Res. no Moved by Nancy Porteous-Koehle Seconded by Donna Patterson THAT the Board consider the above item in closed session CARRIED The Board rose from closed session Res. '31 Moved by: Nancy Porteous-Koehle Seconded by: Margaret Britnel1 THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the preli.inary proposals to design, develop and operate a golf course in the C1aireville Conservation Area fro. Claireville Golf Course Ltd. and Golf Corporation Ventures Inc. be receivedJ THAT Claireville Golf Course Ltd. be selected to sub.it a detailed proposalJ THAT Authority staff, in consultation with the Authority solicitor, be directed to develop an agree.ent with C1airevil1e Golf Course Ltd.; THAT the detailed proposal and agree.ent be presented to the Conservation and Related Land Manage.ent Advisory BoardJ AND FURTHER THAT Golf Corporation Ventures Inc. be thanked for the offer to design, develop and operate a golf course in the Clairevi11e Conservation Area. CARRIED BACKGROUND In 1988 the tenant selected to design, develop and operate a golf course in the Claireville Conservation Area withdrew from the agreement and forfeited its lease payment The following resolution t2l8 was adopted by the Authority on November 18, 1988 THAT the withdrawal from the agreement for the design, construction and operation of a golf course in the Claireville Conservation Area from Bruce S Evans and K J. Beamish Construction be accepted; AND FURTHER THAT, should suitable proponents express an interest in designing, developing and operating a golf course in the Claireville Conservation Area, staff be directed to invite the proponent to make a proposal and presentation to the Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board Claireville Golf Ltd. expressed interest in the project and have visited the site and met with staff a number of times during the past year. Golf Corporation Ventures Inc. have recently visited the site and met with staff on two occasions. E-25 CORSERVATION AND RELATED LAND IlANAGBIlENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 14/89 SEPTEIlBER 20, 1989 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CORSIDERATIOR 4. CLAIREVILLE CONSERVATION AREA -Golf Course - Preliminary Proposals contd. RATIONALE The preliminary proposal received from Claireville Golf Course Ltd best meets the following criteria the competence and experience of the applicant and/or agents to design, develop and operate such a facility; the financial capabilities of the applicant to make the necessary capital investment and sustain normal operations; the reputation of the applicant andlor agent in their industr ieS'; . the quality and combination of facilities and level of maintenance proposed; the form of the base lease being acceptable to the applicant; financial return to the Authority. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DORB The proposed agreement appears generally acceptable to the tenant, Authority staff and solicitor, except for further negotiation with the tenant on the term of lease and financial arrangements. It is anticipated that a detailed proposal and tenant signed lease w ill be presented to the Advisory Board within one year of acceptance of the preliminary proposal by the Authority. . E-26 CORSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MARAGEMERT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 14/89 SEPTEMBER 20, 1989 SECTION II - ITEMS FOR EXBCUTIVE COIlllITTEE CONSIDERATION 5. CLAIREVILLE CONSERVATIOR AREA -Equestrian Facility Proposal on the Ebenezer Site KEY ISSUE Development of the Concept Plan for the Claireville Conservation Area, Ebenezer Site Res. 132 Moved by: Howard Moscoe Seconded by: Margaret Britnell THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE EXECUTIVE COIlllITTEE THAT staff be directed to review the -proposal to the Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority for an Equestrian Facility at the Ebenezer Site, Clairevi11e Conservation Area- dated Septeaber 8th, 1989, and report back to the Conservation and Related Land Manageaent Advisory Board; ARD FURTHBR THAT staff ensure the following: (a) that a significant public coaponent is incorporated; ( b) that open access versus fencing be reviewed with a view to making the whole area as open as possible; (c) that the details of the financing be developed in the early stages; (d) that the Authority's receiving a percentage of profits on co..ercial activities be discussed. CARRIED BACKGROURD In the 1984 Concept Plan for Claireville Conservation Area, the area immediately south of Hwy '7 and the entire Ebenezer Site was designated for equestrian uses. In the 1988 review of the concept plan for Claireville, staff recommended that only the Ebenezer Site be designated equestrian to permit the development of a Golf Course south of Hwy '7 E-27 CORSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 14/89 SEPTEMBER 20, 1989 SECTION III - ITBIlS FOR REFERRAL TO ANOTHBR BOARD 6. 1990 PRELIMINARY ESTIMATES Res. 133 Moved by: Margaret Britnell Seconded by: Bev Salaon THE BOARD RECOIlllBNDS TO THE FINANCE ARD ADMINISTRATION ADVISORY BOARD THAT the 1990 Preli.inary Estimates, Appendiz FA.l91, be reco..ended for approval to the Ezecutive Comaittee. CARRIED 7. 1990 FEE SCHEDULB KEY ISSUE Establishment of the 1990 fee structure for the public use of Authority facilities and programs Res. 134 Moved by: Donna Patterson Seconded by: Howard Moscoe THE BOARD RECOIlMBNDS TO THB FINANCB ARD ADMINISTRATION ADVISORY BOARD THAT the 1990 Fee Schedule for the use of Authority facilities and programs, Appendh CR. 91 herewith, to beco.e effective January l, 1990, ezcept where noted, be reco..ended for approval to the Bzecutive Co..ittee1 ARD FURTHBR THAT staff be directed to review the increases in Ite. 31 and .ate a report to the October 27, 1989, Authority meeting. CARRIED BACKGROURD In establishing a recommended Fee Schedule, staff annually reviews charges made by other organizations operating similar facilities Information from our visitor surveys indicating the satisfaction of value for the dollar and general program satisfaction have been taken into account. For specific programs, the operating and delivery costs have been reviewed to ensure that they are recovered. FINANCIAL DBTAILS Admission and Program Fees account for a significant portion of operating costs; Conservation Areas - 40 0%, Kortright - 43.8%, Conservation Field Centres - 100%, Black Creek Pioneer Village - 60.8% At Kortright Centre and Black Creek, general admission fee increases are proposed. The 1990 rates are in line with charges made for similar facilities and reflect individual operating costs. At Conservation Areas parking fees account for l/3 of the total revenue and an increase is proposed. The last parking increase occurred in 1988 In addition Albion Hills and Bruce's Mill Conservation Areas, based on the availability of swimming, will have a higher parking fee than other areas During the winter at Albion Hills.and Bruce's Mill, admission will be totally on a per person basis. Previously, skiing has be~n charged in this manner, while other winter activities have been based on car parking The per person charge will also apply to the Bruce's Mill Maple Syrup Program Programming changes, including weekend guided tours and the opening of the Mill, will provide added value for the dollar A per person fee for adults fishing in the public Glen Haffy ponds is also proposed This will permit the recovery of some of the costs associated with providing fishing and will bring the operation more in line with private fishing areas. E-28 CORSERVATION AND RELATED LARD MARAGEIlBNT ADVISORY BOARD IlBETING 14/89 SEPTBIlBER 20, 1989 TERIlINATIOR ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 12 20 P m , September 20, 1989 Emil Kolb W.A. McLean Chairman Secretary-Treasurer em ~ , E-29 the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority minutes CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND NOVEIlBER 10, 1989 '5/89 MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD The Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board met at Black Creek Pioneer Village Visitors Centre on Friday, November 10, 1989 The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 00 a m PRESENT Chairman Emil Kolb Vice Chairman Don Jackson Members Frank Andrews William Granger Lorna Jackson Howard Moscoe Nancy Porteous-Koehle Al Ruggero Acting Chairman of the Authority John McGinnis ABSENT Members Margaret Britnell Donna Patterson Bev Salmon MINUTES Res #35 Moved by William Granger Seconded by Don Jackson THAT the Minutes of Meeting '4/89 be approved CARRIED . , E-30 CORSERVATION ARD RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 15/89 HELD NOVEllBER lO, 1989 SECTION I - ITBIlS FOR AUTHORITY CORSIDERATION l. CLAlREVILLE CONSERVATION AREA -Wild Water Kingdom, 1990 Development wild Water Kingdom made a presentation which will also be shown to the Authority on December 8, 1989 KEY ISSUE To provide additional faci li ties in 1990 to add value and capacity to Wild Water Kingdom Res. 136 Moved by: Nancy Porteous-Koehle Seconded by: Frank Andrews THE BOARD RECOIlMBNDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the following additional developments proposed for 1990 by Wild Water Kingdom in their letter dated October 18, 1989 be approved: 1. Moon Walk Ride for the kiddie area. 2. The Saw Mill River Flume Ride. CARRIED BACKGROUND The tenant has acquired the above items from the sale at Crystal Beach Park The Moon Walk Ride is proposed to be incorporated into the children's play area and is an inflatable mattress which provides a greater variety of activity to complement both the wet and dry activity areas The Saw Mill River Flume Ride is 1050 feet long with two lifts and 13 "log" cars. It has the capacity of providing rides for approximately 3,000 park visitors per day and is free with admission to the water park It may be available prior to opening and after closing of the water park for a fee similar to the batting cages and mini-golf E-31 CORSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MARAGEIlERT ADVISORY BOARD IlEETIRG 15/89 HELD NOVEllBER 10, 1989 SECTIOR I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 2. BOYD CONSERVATIOR AREA -Water Play Area, Preliminary Concept Plan KEY ISSUE The preliminary Concept Plan for the Water Play Area Boyd Conservation Area is compatible with conservation objectives, designed to relocate and re-establish swimming in the area in a manner acceptable to the public Staff presented the preliminary Concept Plan to the members Res. 137 Moved by: Don Jackson Seconded by: Rancy Porteous-~oeh1e THE BOARD RECOIlllBNDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the Preli.inary Concept Plan, Water Play Area, Boyd Conservation Area, dated Rove.ber 10, 1989, be approved for circulation and public participation. AMBRDMERT Res. '38 Moved by: Wil1ia. Granger Seconded by: Al Ruggero THAT the resolution be a.ended to read: THE BOARD RECOIlllBRDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the Preliminary Concept Plan, Water Play Area, Boyd Conservation Area, dated Nove.ber 10, 1989, be received for circulation aDd public participation. THE AMENDMENT WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CARRIED THE MAIN MOT lOR , AS AMERDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CABIBD , ~ E-32 CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND IlANAGEIlENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 15/89 HELD NOVEIlBER lO, 1989 SECTION I - ITEIlS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATIOR 3. THE METROPOLITAN TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION FOUNDATION -Fund Raising KEY ISSOE To increase the fund raising capacity of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Foundation to $1 2 to $2 million per year Res. 139 Moved by: Don Jackson Seconded by: Howard Moscoe THE BOARD RECOIlMBRDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the staff report on fund raising by The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Foundation be received; THAT the Authority support The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Foundation to increase its fund raising capacity to support the Greenspace Plan in the order of $1.2 to $2 million per year; THAT the Authority provide, in its 1990 budget estimates, $160,000 to provide the support costs necessary to achieve the Foundation fund raising objective, with the provision of further funding of up to $l60,000 for 1991 and up to $160,000 for 1992, being subject to an annual review and perforaance satisfactory to the Authority; THAT the Foundation be requested to become self-sufficient in adainistrative and support costs as soon as possible, but not later than 1993; AND FURTHER THAT the support costs be funded from the Recreational Development and Restoration Reserve. CARRIED BACKGROUND Both the Greenspace Strategy and the Strategy for Public Use of Authority Lands require substantial additional funding for implementation. The Foundation has been identified as an important contributor to this increased funding requirement. The Foundation has provided the Authority, since its creation in 1961, over five million dollars and made possible such projects as the Albion Hills, Claremont and Cold Creek Conservation Field Centres, the Kortright Centre for Conservation and many of the buildings and artifacts at the Black Creek Pioneer Village, including the Visitors Centre and the Peacock Woods In recent years the Foundation has raised an average of $190,000 per year The Foundation recognized that its fund raising potential must be objectively assessed before it could make a larger commitment to the Authority. The following questions prompted the Foundation to seek the advice of fund raising professionals Is an annual fund raising target of $1.2 million to $2 million reasonable? .What must the Authority and Foundation do now to achieve this growth in five years? .What investment must it make in the Foundation's fund raising activities? The Foundation retained Ketchum Canada Inc to conduct a Diagnostic Study of its current operations and its prospects for increased fund raising Ketchum undertook the study in cooperation with Ken Wyman and Associates Inc , which specializes in annual giving programs. The purpose of the Diagnostic Study was to identify and analyze the strengths and weaknesses of the current program and to make constructive recommendations based on that assessment. E-33 CORSERVATIOR AND RELATED LARD IlARAGBIlERT ADVISORY BOARD IlBETING '5/89 HELD NOVEllBER lO, 1989 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CORSIDBRATIOR 3. THE IlBTROPOLITAN TORONTO AND REGIOR CONSERVATION FOUNDATION -Fund Raising contd. The Diagnostic Study concentrated on identifying ways and means for the Foundation to a) improve and expand its fund raising programs b) resource its operations with staff and volunteers The Diagnostic Study focused on organizational and strategy development, the improvement of structure and operations enabling the Foundation to increase its fund raising ability. In the process, the Diagnostic Study identified a range of financial needs in the Authority for which it is hoped the Foundation will raise fund s These include the continued maintenance and enhancement of facilities at Black Creek Pioneer Village, at the Kortright Centre for Conservation and at Cold Creek Conservation Area As well, the Diagnostic Study considered the Authority's Greenspace Plan and support for the Greater Toronto Area Trail System, including land acquisition It was emphasized that both the Authority and the Foundation must recognize there is a need for significant, even radical, change if the Foundation is to move to raising income in the order of $1 2 to $2 million annually for the Authori ty Recommendations include . Make environmental protection the major driving force behind Foundation activities; Change the culture of the organization to reflect both a marketing attitude and concepts of inv'estmen t; Identify and assess techniques of the Foundation's competitors and peers; The Foundation should use a shorter name in most communications; Develop an internal and external Communications Strategy to support the revitalization of the Foundation; Develop a -Flagship Campaign- to launch the new, revitalized Foundation; . Develop an ongoing Development Program, separate from the Flagship Campaign, to fund ongoing facility maintenance, enhancement, and conservation; Develop the potential of individual giving to the Foundation; In co-operation with the Authority, develop opportunities for corporate sponsorship and cross-promotions; . Develop a closer working partnership between the Authority and the Foundation; . Develop a supporters' program and targets for gaining new supporters that are ambitious but realistic; Develop a direct mail program targeted at individuals; E-34 CONSERVATION ARD RELATED LARD MARAGEIlENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 15/89 HELD NOVEIlBER 10, 1989 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CORSIDERATIOR 3. THE METROPOLITAN TORONTO AND REGIOR CONSERVATIOR FOUNDATION -Fund Raising contd . Develop a program that promotes planned giving, bequests, gifts of real estate, annuities and life insurance; Brochures and pamphlets produced by the Authority should directly facilitate donations; Develop a tree-planting program that encourages donations; Develop signage that encourages the visiting public to invest in the environment and conservation; Immediately mobilize the existing Board to recognize donors; Revise the existing recognition policy and develop thoroughly, in advance of a campaign, spec if ic recognition opportunities available in a project; Develop criteria for good performance as a Foundation member; Identify, cultivate and recruit top community leadership with prestige and calibre, some to join the Board of Directors; . Train all volunteers involved in fund raising; For any campaign undertaken by the Foundation, there should be a Master Plan and Schedule developed for all phases of the campaign; For major campaigns undertaken by the Foundation, organize Campaign Cabinets and Divisions; Increase activities in prospect research to develop a centralized research operation on donor prospects, both individual and corporate; Expand staff support for the Foundation; Consolidate all membership lists in the Foundation office; Investigate, acquire and install software specifically designed for fund raising. The fund raising campaign envisages the maJor income coming from individual donors while continuing to increase traditional support from foundations and corporations. To be successful will require the active support of the members and staff of the Foundation and the Authority. Financial support from the Authority is required during the initial three years, with the objective of the Foundation to become self-sufficient in administrative and support costs after the initial three years The attached table summarizes the income and expenditures for the Annual Giving Program and the net income from the Flagship Campaign In summary, the Authority would invest an additional $480,000 in the 1990-91-92 period and the Foundation would be subject to a minimum commitment of $1,185,000 from the annual campaigns during the same period and $4,864,000 from the Flagship Campaign, or a total of $5,829,000 during the period 1990-97. This does not include costs and revenues derived from the Annual Giving Program during the period 1993 to 1997 The Authority investment would represent 8.25% of its revenue. E-35 CORSERVATION ARD RELATED LARD IlARAGEMBRT ADVISORY BOARD IlBETIRG 15/89 HELD ROVEllBBR 10, 1989 SBCTIOR I - ITBIlS FOR AU'l'BORI'l'Y CORSIDERATIOR 3. 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CONSERVATION AREA DEVELOPMENT PROJECT, 1990 KEY ISSUE The purpose of the 1990 Conservation Area Development project is to plan and develop facilities outlined in the Strategy for Public Use of Conservation Lands The 1990 development is the first year of the 5 Year Budget Projection for Conservation Area Development (1990-1994 ) Res. 140 Moved by: Boward Moscoe Seconded by: Don Jackson THE BOARD RECOMllBNDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the Conservation Area Development Project, 1990, Appendis CR.103, be approved and appended to tbe Autbority minutes; THAT, in accordance with the procedures for recreation project funding. all meaber municipalities be requested to approve tbe project; THAT all meaber municipalities be designated as benefiting on the basis of the funding outlined in tbe project; AND FURTHER THAT tbe Conservation Area oeve10p.ent iteas contained in the project be included in tbe 1990 capital budget of tbe Autbority and tbe Province of Ontario be requested to approve a 50\ grant through the general budget approval process. AMENDMENT tl Res. '41 Moved by: Boward Moscoe Seconded by: Wi11iaa Granger THAT an amount of $16,000 be allocated in the budget to assist in tbe Public Participation progra. for tbe Boyd Water Play Co.p1es. THE AMENDMENT WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRI BD AMENDMBH'l' 12 Res. 142 Moved by: Willia. Granger Seconded by: Boward Moscoe ~ THAT Itea 12 in tbe Conservation Area Develop.ent Project, 1990, .Boyd Water Play Co.p1es., be deferred until tbe Public Participation prograa is coapleted. TBB AMENDMENT WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CARRIBD THE MAIN MO'l'IOR, AS AMENDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CA.RB.IBD E-37 CORSERVATIOR ARD RELATED LAND MANAGEIlBNT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 15/89 HELD NOVEMBER 10, 1989 SECTION I - ITEIlS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 5. EBENEZER RESOURCE MANAGEMENT TRACT -Equestrian Facility Proposal KEY ISSUE The purpose of the Conservation Area Development Project is to provide an inter-regional equestrian facility as identified in the Concept Plan for the Ebenezer Resource Management Tract to serve the public, as both participants and spectators, as well as the equestrian community, and to carry out the planning, development and operation in co-operation with the private sector Res. 143 Moved by: Wi1liaa Granger Seconded by: Don Jackson THE BOARD RECOIlMBNDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the preliainary proposal dated September 8, 1989, Appendix CR.107, to design, develop and operate an Equestrian Facility on the Ebenezer Resource Manageaent Tract by Horse Park Corporation be received; THAT Horse Park Corporation be invited to submit a detailed proposal, which includes unrestricted public access wherever possible; THAT Authority staff, in consultation with the Authority solicitor, be authorized to develop an agreement with Horse Park Corporation; THAT the detailed proposal and agreeaent be presented to the Conservation and Related Land Manageaent Advisory Board; AND FURTHER THAT a progress report, inCluding a preliminary concept plan, be presented to the Conservation and Related Land Manageaent Advisory Board prior to the presentation of the detailed proposal. CARRIED BACKGROUND A proposal was submitted to the Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board at its September 20, 1989 meeting regarding the establishment of a Horse Park The following motion was adopted Res. i32 Moved by Howard Moscoe Seconded by Margaret Britnell THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE THAT staff be directed to review the -Proposal to the Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority for an Equestrian Facility at the Ebenezer Site, Claireville Conservation Area- dated September 8th, 1989, and report back to the Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board; AND FURTHER THAT staff ensure the following (a) that a significant public component is incorporated; (b) that open access versus fencing be reviewed with a view to making the whole area as open as possible; (c) that the details of the financing be developed in the early stages; (d) that the Authority's receiving a percentage of profits on commercial activities be discussed. CARRIED E-38 CORSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGBIlBNT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 15/89 HELD NOVEllBER lO, 1989 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CORSIDERATIOR 5. EBENEZER RESOURCE IlANAGBIlBNT TRACT -Equestrian Facility Proposal contd. Staff has now had an opportunity to review the proposal and several discussions with the proponent have taken place All four items noted above have been incorporated into the Detailed Proposal Requirements document The Horse Park interests will be required to conduct the necessary financial and technical analyses within a prescribed time frame and provide the Authority with a three month progress report on the draft site plan layout, financing and lease requirements Positive support of the technical and financial aspects has been identified by the Horse Park Corporation in preliminary test marketing of the proposal 6. ADDITIONAL IlBETING -Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board KEY ISSUE Establishing a date for Meeting #6/89 of the Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board Res. IU Moved by: Don Jackson Seconded by: William Granger THE BOARD RECOIlllBHDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT Meeting 16/89 of tbe Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board be scbedu1ed for 10:00 a..., Friday, February l6, 1990. CARRIED BACKGROUND When the 1989 meeting schedule was established, a date was not set for a Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board meeting early in the new year. A number of issues, including the future of the Cold Creek Conservation Area Shooting Ranges, will need to be dealt with prior to the first Board meeting scheduled for the 1990 Authority year E-39 CONSERVATION ARD RELATED LARD MANAGBMBNT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 15/89 HELD NOVEMBER lO, 1989 SECTION II - ITEMS FOR EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE CONSIDERATION 7. IlBTROPOLITAN SEPARATE SCHOOL BOARD -Conservation Education Facilities Request KEY ISSUE To implement the objectives of the Greenspace Strategy and concepts in the Strategy for the Public Use of Conservation Lands by providing residential outdoor recreation and conservation education facilities and services on Authority lands to the Metro Region school boards and other groups Res. '45 Moved by: William Granger Seconded by: Al Ruggero THE BOARD RECOIlllENDS TO THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE THAT the request by the Metropolitan Separate School Board for additional residential facilities on Authority lands be receivedJ THAT staff be directed to: . survey all school boards within the Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority watershed to determine their interest in developing facilities on Authority lands in cooperation with the AuthoritYJ . discuss with the Metropolitan Separate School Board and other interested boards or groups their interest in providing and using residential facilities on Authority 1andsJ . report to the Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board regarding providing residential outdoor recreation/education facilities to the Metropolitan Separate School Board and other interested parties and the key e1eaents of any proposed agreeaent. CARRIED E-40 CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND IlARAGBMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 15/89 HELD NOVEMBER 10, 1989 SECTIOR IV - ITEMS FOR INFORMATIOR OF THE BOARD 8. OAK RIDGES MORAINE WORKING GROUP -Reports of first two meetinqs Res. 146 Moved by: Don Jackson Seconded by: Frank Andrews THAT Reports 11/89 and 12/89 of the meetings of the Oak Ridges Moraine Working Group, Appendiz CR.110 herewith, be received for infor.ation. CARRIED TERMINATION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11 55 am, November 10, 1989 Emil Kolb W.A. McLean Chairman Secretary-Treasurer em ~ , E-41 the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority minutes CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND FEBRUARY l6, 1990 '6/89 MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD The Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board met at Black Creek Pioneer Village Visitors Centre on Friday, February 16, 1990 The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10.00 a m PRESENT Chairman Emil Kolb Vice Chairman Don Jackson Members Frank Andrews Margaret Britnell Lorna Jackson Howard Moscoe Donna Patterson Al Ruggero Bev Salmon Acting Chairman of the Authori ty John McGinnis ABSENT Members William Granger Nancy Porteous-Koehle MIRUTES Res. 147 Moved by Al Ruggero Seconded by Don Jackson THAT the Minutes of Meeting #5/89 be approved CARRIED DELEGATIONS Res. #48 Moved by Donna Patterson Seconded by Don Jackson THAT the following delegations to speak to the Cold Creek Conservation Area Shooting Ranges item be heard at 11 00 a m. 1 Lawrence Whitmore, Ontario Handgun Association 2 Peter Edwards, Executive Director, Toronto sportsmen's Association 3 Chris Horwath, Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters 4 Jacek Witecki 5. Bryan Miller, Black Spruce Sportsmans Association 6 Bill McKittrick, Wildlife Branch, Ministry of Natural Resources 7. Gordon Fogg, Cold Creek Neighbours 8 Brett Hodsdon, Enforcement, Ministry of Natural Resources, Maple CARRIED E-42 CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING '6/89 HELD ON FEBRUARY l6, 1990 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATIOR l. THE METROPOLITAN TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION FOUNDATION -Projects and Proqram 1990-1991 KEY ISSUE To provide projects and programs in 1990-1991 suitable for Foundation fund raising. Res. IU Moved by: Frank Andrews Seconded by: Donna Patterson THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THB AUTHORITY THAT The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Foundation be requested to fund one of the following projects: Kortright Valley Trail1 Greenspace Land Acquisition - Headwaters, Duffin Creek; Charles Saurio1 Conservation Reserve - Environmental Rehabilitation1 and the Tree Donation progra.. CARRIED BACKGROUND In 1989, the Authority provided The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Foundation with funding to carry out a Fund Raising Study The study confirmed that the Foundation's long term objective to raise funds in the order of $1 2 to $2 million per year is fea.sible. The Authority has approved providing the support costs necessary to achieve the Foundation fund raising objective for 1990 The three projects proposed a wooded trail to the Humber Valley at the Kortright Centre for Conservation ($390,000) , the acquisition of 130 acres of land in the headwater area ($475,000), and the Environmental Rehabilitation Project ($525,780), are examples of the types of projects proposed for the major capital campaign scheduled to be launched in 1992 These projects will permit the Foundation to test the degree of support donors have for future fund raising. The Tree Donation Program will be an ongoing program and is estimated to raise $40,000 in 1990 and 1991 E-43 CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND IlANAGEIlBNT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING '6/89 HELD ON FEBRUARY l6, 1990 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 2. BOYD & LAKE ST. GEORGE CONSERVATION FIELD CENTRES -Lease Renewal, School Boards KEY ISSUE To amend and renew the lease agreement between The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and the participating school boards Res. '50 Moved by: Don Jackson Seconded by: Al Ruggero THE BOARD RECOIlMBNDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the staff, in consultation with the Authority solicitor, be directed to arrange for the preparation of an amended renewal agreement for the establishment and operation of Boyd and Lake St. George Conservation Field Centres with the Metropolitan Toronto School Board, the Metropolitan Separate School Board and the York Region Board of Education in the Boyd Conservation Area and Lake St. George Forest and Wildlife Conservation Area, in the Regional Municipality of York, with the amendments to provide for: . payment by the Boards to the Authority of the supervisory and direct management costs~ . payaent by the Boards to the Authority of aajor repairs through fees~ . apportioning of the allocation of time, teachers' salaries and other costs on the basis of updated attendance. AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action aay be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of necessary docuaents. CARRIED BACKGROUND The first lease agreement between the Authority and the Boards was created to establish the Boyd Conservation Field Centre in 1974. A supplementary agreement provided for the establishment of the Lake St George Conservation Fie Id Cen tre in 1979. The agreement is for 21 years with renewable terms of five, six, six and four year terms The amendment provides for payment to the Authority by the Boards of the supervisory and direct management costs phased in over five years, commencing in 1990. These costs, currently paid by the Authority, need to be recovered by the Authority as a result of the provincial review of the conservation authorities' programs currently the cost of major repairs is shared between the Authority and the Boards The amendment provides for the costs of major repairs to be incorporated into the daily fee The agreement provides for reallocation of time assigned based on updated student population The amendment provides for time to be shared on the basis of Previous Aqreement Metropolitan Toronto School Boards 70% 74% Metropolitan Separate School Board 21% 20% The York Region Board of Education 9% 6% E-44 CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING '6/89 HELD ON FEBRUARY l6, 1990 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 3. CLAIREVILLE CORSERVATION AREA -Wild Water Kingdom 1990 Development Plans KEY ISSUE Presentation of plans for 1990 approved development Res. 151 Moved by: Don Jackson Seconded by: Donna Patterson THE BOARD RECQJlMBNDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the plan of development for Wild Water Kingdoa, dated Septeaber 19, 1989, Appendix CR.l59 herewith, be approved. CARRIED BACKGROUND At meeting 117, held on October 27, 1989, the Authority adopted Resolution 11220, moved by Nancy Porteous-Koehle and seconded by Marie Labatte "THAT the following developments proposed for 1990, by wild Water Kingdom in a letter dated September 7, 1989, be approved subject to detailed plans being presented and approved by the Authority. 1. A large activity pool, Adventure Island, incorporating features such as climbers, pulley swings, Hydromania water slides, shotgun slides, etc This pool will be targeted towards young adult visitors, with an emphasis on individual activities and thrills; 2 A 600-foot extension to the present 1200-foot long Lazy River Ride; 3 A large passive pool, The Blue Lagoon, containing a grotto, waterfalls and a surrounding s.un-tanning patio area; 4. Expansion of the children's water play area; 5. An additional regulation size baseball diamond; 6 Utilization of the reservoir to include a number of activities such as bumper boats, remote control boats, pedal boats; 7 A licensed sit-down restaurant faci li ty " The plan was presented to the Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board at meeting 114, 1989, held on September 20, 1989 and the proposed developments were approved by the Au thori ty. The plan was not available at the Authority meeting E-45 CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND IlANAGEIlENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 16/89 HELD ON FEBRUARY l6, 1990 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 4. CONSERVATION AREA DEVELOPMENT PROJECT 1990 -Project Revisions KEY ISSUE Project revisions to the Conservation Area Development Project, 1990, are required as a result of funding allocations by the Ministry of Natural Resources for recreation development Res. '52 Moved by: Bev Salaon Seconded by: Frank Andrews THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the Conservation Area Development Project, 1990, Appendiz CR.161, be approved as amended, and included in the 1990 Capital Budget of the Authority~ THAT, in accordance with the procedures for recreation project funding, all meaber municipalities be requested to approve the project~ THAT all meaber municipalities be designated as benefiting on the basis of the funding formula established for recreation projects~ AND FURTHER THAT staff be authorized and directed to impleaent the revised Conservation Area Development Project, 1990, at a total cost of $463,250. CARRIED BACKGROUND The Boyd Water Play complex, included in the preliminary budget estimates of the Authority, was not funded by Ministry of Natural Resources grant in 1990, requiring this development to be delayed to 1991 The Boyd Environmental Assessment Study was included in the original budget and funded from revenues. It would be advantageous to complete this study in 1990 at an estimated cost of $125,000. The policy of updating a concept plan each year should be continued and it is proposed that an update of the Kortright Centre for Conservation concept plan is the highest priority, as some funding may be available from The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Foundation. The Bond Lake Study, $8,250, represents the remainder of the Author ity portion of the cost of the study (total Authority cost $16,500) . The figure of $25,000 under General Development is required to finish the 1989 projects at Albion Hills and Greenwood. E-46 CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEIlBNT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 16/89 HELD ON FEBRUARY l6, 1990 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 5. YORK UNIVERSITY ARCHAEOLOGICAL FIELD SCHOOL KEY ISSUE Continuing the Archaeological Field School for York University Res. '53 Moved by: John McGinnis Seconded by: Don Jackson THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff be directed to develop, in co-operation with the Anthropology Department of York University, an agree- ment to operate an annual Archaeologica1 Field School, subject to the Authority having available a suitable site and staff qualified to develop the program and obtain a licence fro. the Ministry of Culture and Communications. CARRIED BACKGROUND In 1989 the Anthropology Department of York University requested the Authority's assistance in setting up an Archaeological Field School. At Authority meeting #2/89, March 31, 1989, Resolution #51 directed staff to develop an agreement for a Field School at Lake St George Forest and Wildlife Area in 1989 and to evaluate the program to determine the feasibility of developing a long term agreement with York university for the operation of an Archaeological Field School on Authority lands RATIONALE The 1989 course operated quite successfully, with the field work at Lake St George providing the Authority with additional information on a site that had been discovered as part of the Authority's Archaeological Master Plan Project. A long term agreement for the operation of a York University Archaeological Field School, while still desirable, can only be developed when the Authority is in a position to fully implement its Archaeological Strategy. However, operating a field school on an annual basis complements the ongoing field school operated in conjunction with the North York Board of Education at the Boyd Field Centre. FINANCIAL DETAILS The 1989 field school costs were totally funded by York University The University has indicated that it is prepared to provide the same financial arrangement for 1990 and the future field schools would only be operated if the University is prepared to cover all costs E-47 CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING .6/89 HELD ON FEBRUARY l6, 1990 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 6. BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE -Designation of Buildings under the Ontario Heritage Act KEY ISSUE The Lqcal Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee in the Town of Vaughan is recommending to its Council that five heritage buildings at Black Creek Pioneer Village in the Town of Vaughan be designated under the Ontario Heritage Act 1974 Res. .54 Moved by: Margaret Britnell Seconded by: Lorna Jackson THE BOARD RECOMllBNDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT it approve the designation under the Ontario Heritage Act of that portion of Black Creek Pioneer Village located nortb and west of Stee1es Avenue and Jane Street in the Town of Vaugban. CARRIED BACKGROUND William Granger, acting as a member of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Foundation, approached the Town of Vaughan Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee (L A C A C ) regarding the designation of five heritage structures James Dalziel Home, Dalziel Barn, John Schmidt Home, Sawyer's Home and the Nesbitt Sawmill As a result, LAC A C has now requested the Town of Vaughan to designate the buildings under the Ontario Heritage Act. In order to designate the buildings, it is necessary to have either a legal description of the property boundaries for each building or a description of the total area owned by the Authority Staff is satisfied that a legal description of the whole area is considerably less expensive than five separate descriptions, and that designation of the total area will have no detrimental affect on future uses of the property by the Authority FINANCIAL DETAILS Once the designation is completed, each building is eligible for a one-time grant of $5,000 from the Town of Vaughan for exterior restoration The amount of the grant must be matched by the property owner E-48 CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING '6/89 HELD ON FEBRUARY 16. 1990 SECTION I - ITBIlS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 7. COLD CREEK CONSERVATIOR AREA -Shooting Ranges PRESENT for discussion of this item Emil Kolb Don Jackson Margaret Britnell Lorna Jackson Donna Patterson Al Ruggero John McGinnis After a recess, the meeting resumed at 11 00 a.m to hear delegations. KEY ISSUE To determine the future operation of the Cold Creek Conservation Area shooting ranges given the Area's neighbours' concern regarding the noise emanating from the ranges and the users' desire to retain a public shooting facility. Res. 155 Moved by: Al Ruggero Seconded by: Donna Patterson THE BOARD RECOMllENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the staff report, Appendix CR.1l5. be received. CARRIED Res. 156 Moved by: Al Ruggero Seconded by: Donna Patterson THAT the additional mitigation measures as reco..ended in the Barman Swallow Associates reports of February and December 1989 and necessary aodifications to the rifle range ventilation system be carried out. CARRIED Res. 151 Moved by: Al Ruggero Seconded by: Donna Patterson THAT special events as listed on page CR.158 of Appendix CR.1l5 be continued subject to sufficient demand for individual programs. CARRIED Res. IS8 Moved by: Al Ruggero Seconded by: Donna Patterson THAT use of the ranges by the Metropolitan Toronto PoI ice Emergency Task Force one morning per week be continued. CARRIBD Res. 159 Moved by: Al Ruggero Seconded by: Donna Patterson THAT public shooting for .22 calibre firearms continue daily subject to demand. CARRIED E-49 CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 16/89 HELD ON FEBRUARY l6, 1990 SECTION I - ITEIlS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 7. COLD CREEK CONSERVATION AREA -Shooting Ranqes contd Res. '60 Moved by: Al Ruggero Seconded by: Donna Patterson THAT public shooting for centre fire firearms continue but be limited to Tuesdays and Thursdays fro. 1:00 p... to closing and Saturdays from 10:00 a... to 5:00 p.m., April 1 to October 3l. AllBNDMERT Res. 161 Moved by: Lorna Jackson Seconded by: Don Jackson THAT the fOllowing phrase be added to the resolution: .upon co.p1etion of the required mitigation measures.. THE AllBNDMENT WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED THE MOTION, AS AllBNDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIBD Res. '62 Moved by: Al Ruggero Seconded by: Donna Patterson THAT public sbooting on the trap range continue Monday to Friday fro. 1:00 p... to Closing and on Saturdays from lO:OO a... to 5:00 p.m., April 1 to October 31, with current sbot size and load restrictions to remain in effect. CARRIED Res. 163 Moved by: Al Ruggero Seconded by: Donna Patterson THAT range design details sbowing all mitigation work carried out, noise level test results and proposed shooting programs be sub.itted to tbe Ministry of the Environ.ent for approval. CARRIED Res. 164 Moved by: Al Ruggero Seconded by: Donna Patterson AND FURTHBR THAT this item be brought to Authority Meeting 13/90 to be held on May 4, 1990, in order to facilitate tbe attendance of delegations. CARRIED BACKGROUND At Authority meeting #3/89, resolutions #79 and #80 directed staff to report back to the Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board after the end of January 1990 regard ing the operation of the Cold Creek shooting ranges including "the number of people benefiting, extent of complaints and projected increase in costs to maintain the operation at the Cold Creek Conservation Area". This report, Appendix CR 115, provides the information requested, along with an analysis of the options available to the Authority with regard to future operations at Cold Creek. E-50 CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MARAGEIlBNT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING '6/89 HELD ON FEBRUARY l6, 1990 SECTION I - ITBIlS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 7. COLD CREEK CONSERVATION AREA -Shooting Ranqes contd RATIONALE The recommended course of action ensures that the Authority meets the needs of users of the Cold Creek Conservation Area shooting ranges while limiting trap and centre fire shooting to partially accommodate the concerns of neighbours Approval of range design changes and confirmation of noise test results by the Ministry of the Environment will ensure that the Authority is meeting appropriate noise guidelines in its operation. The recommendations provide a balance between the competing interests involved DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE Continued operation of the ranges will require implementation of the recommendations contained in the Barman Swallow Associates reports from 1989 In addition, modifications to the ventillation system at the rifle range will be required FINANCIAL DETAILS Capital expenditures to complete the required work will be approximately $80,000 In addition, the operating schedule proposed in the recommenda- tions will reduce revenues from those projected in the 1990 Conservation Areas budget. Net loss is estimated at $60,000 !.-51 CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING '6/89 HELD ON FEBRUARY 16, 1990 SECTION II - ITEIlS FOR EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE CONSIDERATION 8. THEATRE ON THE MOVE -&- M.T.R.C.A. -Agreement KEY ISSUE A mutually beneficial agreement for the use of space in the Visitors Centre and for the Theatre on the Move to do programming at Black Creek Pioneer village. Res. 165 Moved by: Frank Andrews Seconded by: Margaret Britnell THE BOARD RECOIlMBNDS TO THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE THAT the Authority enter into a licence and prograaming agreement with Theatre on the Move, relating to provision of space for Theatre on the Move in Black Creek Pioneer Village and the carrying out of theatre productions at the village; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the ezecution of any documents. CARRIED BACKGROUND Theatre on the Move is a non-profit professional theatre company governed by a Board of Directors and has registered charitable status It is in its 14th year of producing plays and taking theatre to various Metro and area schools The Village first became involved with Theatre on the Move in 1984 when it produced -Proud Beginnings", a salute to Ontario's Bicentennial In 1987 Theatre on the Move produced a 12 week summer production at the Village on the l837 Rebellion It raised $35,000 from donors and Black Creek contributed a further $3,000 The success of "1837" encouraged Theatre on the Move to mount another production, "The Boy With An R In His Hand", during the summer of 1989 It raised $25,000 and Black Creek contributed $3,000 As a result of the 1987 and 1989 performances, Theatre on the Move is most interested in making theatre an annual event at Black Creek Visitors Centre and also expanding its activities to include dramatic creations in the village, special event performances and ongoing story telling programs These programs have the potential of increasing the variety and frequency of special events for Village guests, and will encourage new and repeat visitation RATIONALE In order to create the close ties which will be necessary to operate the joint Black Creek Program, the Board of Theatre on the Move proposes to move its office to the Visitors Centre. Space is available in the area behind the Food Services administration office. At some time, Theatre on the Move may need some storage area for props and sets, which is available in the Dalziel barn. It will also need the use of one of the Theatres for rehearsals for up to 60 days, which days are not to conflict with Authority activities Discussions have been carried out with officials of Theatre on the Move and a tentative agreement has been arranged on the follow i ng basis (1 ) The arrangement is to begin April 1, 1990 (2 ) The rental rate for this period, April 1, 1990 to March 31, 1991 is to be $7,000 payable in equal monthly instalments of $583 33 E-52 CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING '6/89 HELD ON FEBRUARY l6, 1990 SECTION II - ITEMS FOR EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE CONSIDERATION 8. THEATRE OR THE MOVE -&- M.T.R.C.A. -Agreement contd. (3 ) This arrangement may be terminated by either party at any time with the giving of three months prior notice (4 ) Theatre on the Move is to produce a performance in the Visitors Centre Theatre each summer and to create special programming in the village to the extent that funds are available (5 ) The Authority is to have the right to vet all productions for appropriateness and historical accuracy (6 ) Theatre on the Move is to carry insurance to the satisfaction of the Authority and to comply with all Authority requirements and regulations FUTURE BENEFITS/PROBLEMS The advantages of this agreement to the Authority are as follows (a) add a further dimension to the Village program and thus enhance the visitors' experience, (b) as demonstrated with the 1987 and 1989 production, it will produce additional promotionlpublicity for the Village, (c) provide appropriate dramatizations that will add to Village interpretation, (d) give assistance to special programs e g. "story telling- at Christmas, (e) secure funding for on-site productions from sources not available to the Village, (f) special event and government funding agencies look favour ably upon co- operation between publicly funded cultural groups, (g) rental income of $7,000, (h) vehicles for group sales to offer a further dimension to attract target groups, e.g. corporation and travel trade, senior citizens The obvious disadvantage will be that one theatre will be used for rehearsal for 60 days and will not be available for other uses on those days. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS There will be rental income of at least $7,000 annually and there will be some maintenance and utility costs involved. E - 5 3 CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEIlENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING .6/89 HELD ON FEBRUARY l6, 1990 SECTION II - ITEMS FOR EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE CONSIDERATION 9. EBENEZER RESOURCE MANAGEMENT TRACT -Equestrian Facility Preliminary Proposal KEY ISSUE Presentation of a preliminary proposal for planning, development and operation of an equestrian facility through the private sector on lands designated for equestrian uses in the concept plan John Emery and Brad Johnson made a slide presentation to the Board on the proposed equestrian facility Res. 166 Moved by: Don Jackson Seconded by: Donna Patterson THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE THAT the preliminary proposal to develop an Equestrian Facility on the Ebenezer Resource Manageaent Tract, dated January 29, 1990, be received1 THAT staff be authorized and directed to review the proposal, in consultation with the Authority solicitor; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to obtain the necessary ezpertise to analyze the proposal and report the results of the review and analysis to the Conservation and Related Land Management Board. CARRIED BACKGROUND The 1984 concept plan for the Claireville Conservation Area and the Ebenezer Resource Management Tract designated the entire Ebenezer Site and lands immediately south of Highway '7 for equestrian uses. In the 1988 review of the concept plan, staff recommended that only the Ebenezer Site be designated for equestrian uses to permit the development of a golf course south of Highway i7. At its Meeting #4 on September 20, 1989, the Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board adopted resolution #32, moved by Howard Moscoe and seconded by Margaret Britnell "THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE THAT staff be directed to review the "Proposal to the Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority for an Equestrian Facility at the Ebenezer Site, Claireville Conservation Area" dated September 8th, 1989, and report back to the Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board; AND FURTHER THAT staff ensure the following (a) that a significant public component is incorporated; (b) that open access versus fencing be reviewed with a view to making the whole area as open as possible; (c) ~hat the details of the financing be developed in the early stages; (d) that the Authority's receiving a percentage of profits on commercial activities be discussed. " At Meeting #5 held on November 10, 1989, the Board adopted resolution #43, moved by William Granger and seconded by Don Jackson "THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the preliminary proposal, dated September 8, 1989, Appendix CR.I07, to design, develop and operate an Equestrian Facility on the Ebenezer Resource Management Tract by Horse Park Corporation be received; "THAT Horse Park Corporation be invited to submit a detailed proposal, which includes unrestricted pUblic access wherever possible; E-54 CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING '6/89 HELD ON FEBRUARY l6, 1990 SECTION II - ITEMS FOR EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE CONSIDERATION 9. EBENEZER RESOURCE MANAGEMENT TRACT -Equestrian Facility Preliminary Proposal contd. "THAT Authority staff, in consultation with the Authority solicitor, be authorized to develop an agreement with Horse Park Corporation; "THAT the detailed proposal and agreement be presented to the Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board; "AND FURTHER THAT a progress report, including a preliminary concept plan, be presented to the Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board prior to the presentation of the detailed proposal." The draft preliminary proposal was received on February 5, 1990, allowing insufficient time for adequate review and analysis prior to the Board meeting on February 16, 1990. This review and analysis will include compatibility with the resource management objectives; suitability of the facility to meet the needs of the public and the equestrian community; viability of the project as a successful business venture; an economic analysis of the proforma; an analysis of the economic benefits to the Authority Staff will require assistance with the review and analysis of the proposal Staff has reviewed the key elements of the proposed lease agreement with the Authority solicitor and officials of the Horse Park Corporation and proposes to finalize the lease agreement following the review and analysis of the proposal NOTICE OF MOTION Margaret Britnell gave Notice of Motion on the matter of the Cold Creek Neighbours' recommendations for the Cold Creek Conservation Area Shooting Ranges for the next Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board to be held on April 6, 1990 TERMINATIOR ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 12 35 pm, February 16, 1990. Emil Kolb W A. McLean Chairman Secretary-Treasurer em