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Home My WebLink AboutWater and Related Land Management Advisory Board 1991 ~ , D-l the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority minutes WATER AND RELATED LAND l-MARCH-1991 #1/91 MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD The Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board met in Blacl<. Creek pioneer Village Visitors C~ntre on Friday, March 1, 1991 The Chairman called the meeting to ord~r at 10 00 a m PRliSE~ Chairman Don Jackson Vice Chairman Lois Griffin Members Ila Bossons Lois Hancey Roger Hollander Dlake Kinahan Ron Moran Dev Salmon Joyce Trimmer Kip Van Kempen Chairman of the Authority John McGinnis ABSENT Member Maja Prentice MINUTES Res. #1 Moved by: Ron Moran Seconded by: I.ois Griffin THAT the Minutes of Meeting 16/90 be approved CARRl ED CORRESPONDENCB Res. #2 Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: John McGinnis THAT the correspondence from Greg T Foster, received February 19, 1991, and from John Darling, President, Toronto Boardsailing Club, dated February 15, 1991, requesting an evening meeting on the issue of the Frenchman's Bay West Park project, be received; AND FURTHER THAT a Special Meeting of the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board be held on the evening of Wednesday, April 17, 1991 in Pickering, to receive public input on the matter of the Frenchman's Bay West Park project. CARRIED - ~ 0-2 WATER AND ~ELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 11/91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUT~Y CONSIDBRATION 1. ENCRO~CHMENT POLICY SENEC~ HEIGHTS -Correspondence from Metro Councillor Joan King Metro Councillor Joan King appeared before the Advisory Board in connection wi th this item KEY ISSUE The appropriateness of the present practice of using wooden stakes to define property boundaries in accordance with the Metropolitan Toronto encroachment policy Res. 13 Moved by: Joyce Trimmer Seconded by: Roger Hollande[' THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the Metropolitan Toronto policy for dealing with encroach~ents on Metropolitan Toronto parklands be re- affirmed; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to review, with staff of the Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Property Department, alternative boundary marking techniques. CARR [ED BACKGROUND Metro Toronto Councillor Joan King sent correspondence, Appendix WR 31, to Mr W ^ McLean, General Manager of the Authority The letter raises concern5 with respect to the method of marking property lines in accordance with Metropolitan Toronto's policy for dealing with encroachments on Metro parklands These concerns are based on the application of the policy at two sites within Councillor King'S ~ard RATIONALE The Metropolitan Toronto policy for dealing with encroachments w!s approved by Metro Tor-onto Council Qn July 5 and 6, 1989 The policy (Appendix WR 3 l) has, as its main objective, that encroachments onto public park lands not be permitted except in the most unusual of circumstances The policy also establishl~s a mechanism by which abutting property owners can request to have their individual encroachments reviewed This review is carried out by an Encrl)achment Review Committee, which is comprised of one staff representative from each of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, the Metropolitan Toronto Planning Department and the Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Property Department The Authority's policy for dealing with encroachments was approv,~d by Resolution 175 at Meeting 14/77 held on March 23, 1977 A copy I)f the resolution and the referenced staff report is included in Appendix WR 31 The Authority's policy is supportive of Metropolitan Toronto's p,)licy that encroachments on Authorit{ lands should not be permitted - D-3 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 11/91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 1. ENCROACHMENT POLICY SENECA HEIGHTS -Correspondence from Metro Councillor Joan King contd. It is staff's opinion that the policy of not allowing encroachments onto Authority lands, which in this case are also under agreement with Metro Toronto, is appropriate and should be continued The concerns raised by Councillor King, however, relate to how the property lines are marked. The present practice is to use square wooden timbers placed at intervals along the property line in those instances where it has been agreed that the abutting property owner C3n continue to have access for grass cutting and general maintenance Authority staff agree that this practice m3Y not be the most satisfactory in all cases, and suggest that this matter be reviewed with staff of the Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Property Department 2. LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT PROJECT 1987-1991 -Bluffers Waterfront Park. Citv of ScarborouQh KEY ISSUE To complete the installation of the replacement high voltage electrical feeder cable at Bluffers Waterfront Park, city of Scarborough. Res. I. Moved by: Kip Van Kempen Seconded by: Ron Moran THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff be directed to proceed with the completion of the replacement high voltage electrical feeder cable at Bluffers Waterfront patk, city of Scarborough, under the "Lake Ontario waterfront Development Project 1987-1991" at a total cost of $155,000. CARR lED BACKGROUND . The main Phase II high voltage electrical feeder cable was installed by the Authority in 1979, and as a result of two major breaks in this c~ble, concerns were raised as to the future lifespan of the cable A consultant's report identified several problems with the existin,} cables ~ and recommended that in order to maintain safe and dependable po~er and meet future demand, the system be upgraded. In response to the consultant's recommendation, the Authority completed design drawings and cost I~stimates in early 1990 for a new installation. Due to limited funding, the project was phased over a two year p~riod. In 1990, most of the underground ducts and pulling chambers were installed. RATIONALB The Authority and Metro T.)ronto Parks Department are required, b'( lease agreements with the marin.l and boating clubs, to provide reliable hydro service in addition to me'3ting the needs identified in the Park Iofaster Plan. D-4 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEBTING 11/91. HELD MARCH 1. 1"1 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTRORITY CONSIDERATION 2. LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT PROJECT 1987-1'91 -Bluffers Waterfront Park. citv of Scarborouqh contd DETAILS OF WORK TO BB DONg Tenders will be called for completion of this project, which will see the installation of the high voltage cables, associated switchgear and commissioning of the new system FINANCIAL DETAILS The estimated cost to complete the construction is $155,000 Subject to approval by the Authority and the Province, funding has been requested under Local Priorities Funding 3. LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT PROJECT 1987-1"1 -Colonel Samuel Smith Waterfront Park. citv of Etobicoke KEY ISSUE Continuation of the development program at Colonel Samuel Smith Waterfront Park, City of Etobicoke Res. 15 Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Blake Kinahan THB BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THB AUTHORITY THAT staff be directed to proceed with the 1991 development program at Colonel Samuel Smith Waterfront Park, City of Etobicoke, under the "Lake Ontario Waterfront Develop.ent Projeot 1'87-1991" at a total cost of $538,000, subject to availability of funding fro. surplus revenues. CARR [ED BACKGROUND The creation of the landb",se for the park was substantially comp Leted in 1990, and most of the int'!rior shoreline stabilized to protect a'Jainst erosion Another major d,!velopment component completed in 1990 '..as the storm sewer outfall weir t;tructure and oil separator tank, which was installed as a requirement of the environmental assessment approval \ In 1990, the Authority worked with the Sam Smith Boaters Federatlon to prepare a proposal and concept plan which included two (2) yacht clubs and the Humber College Sailinq Centre The resolution adopted by th.! Authority December 7, 1990 included "THAT the Sam Smith Boaters Federation be requested to finaLize a master plan for the nite in discussion with Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Property D'~partment and Metropolitan Toronto and Hegion Conservation Authority staff, which plan will ultimately be approved as a schedule to the leases with each member group of the Federation; 0-5 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #1/91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 3. LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT PROJECT 1987-1"1 -Colonel Samuel smith Waterfront Park. Citv of Etobicoke contd. "THAT the City of Etobicoke be requested to develop an appropriate zoning by-law for this waterfront park, on the basis of the federation master plan and in conformity with the "Open Space" designation in the Etobicoke Official Plan; "THAT the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto be requested to negotiate leases with the member groups of the Federation; "THAT the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto be requested to submit the final leases to the Authority for approval, in accordance with the master agreement for Waterfront Development between MTRCA and Metropolitan Toronto " DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONB The major development components proposed for 1991, with a brief project description, listed in order of priority, are as follows: 1- Master Plan/Boatina Facilities lease aareemen~ The Authority and Metropolitan Toronto Parks Department will be negotiating a Master Plan with the Federation and lease agreements with the individual member clubs The Authority will be requesting the City of Etobicoke to amend the zoning by-law for this waterfront park. In addition, the Authority will oversee the finalization and implementation of the Master Plan for the boating clubs. Total estimated cost is $5,000 2. Storm Sewer Outfall Pond and Weir Structure Monitorinq As a condition of approval, the Ministry of Environment requires that this structure be monitored for a minimum of twelve rainfall events over the next two years Monitoring will include flow measurements, water quality sampling, rain data and analysis, and documentation of . all information related to the operation of this structure Total cost to carry out this component will be $5,000 , 3. Interior Shoreline Treatment The final 100 metres of shoreline fronting the site of the proposed boating facilities will be treated. A key component of the design will be the shoreline walkway. Total estimated cost of this work will be $103,000. 4. site servicina Desian and Installation Final design of electrical, water and sanitary sewer servicing, will be completed with installation to commence in 1991. Estimated cost for design and 1991 construction is $290,000 D-6 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #1/91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTKORITY CONSIDERATION 3. LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT PROJECT 1987-1"1 -Colonel Samuel Smith Waterfront Park. citv of Etobicoke contd 5 Site Gradina Final grading of some areas of the site will be completed in 1991, in preparation for final landscaping, roadway and parking lot surfacing Total estimated cost for this work is $75,000 6 Landscapina Phase I It is proposed that some of the public areas of the park can be landscaped Estimated cost for this initial phase is $60,000 7 Final Armourina - Ph~ To install the first phase of final armouring along the outer shoreline at an estimated cost of $320,000 Based on projected funding from the Province, and anticipated su~plus revenues, the first six development components listed above can be completed or be underway in 1991, at a total estimated cost of $538,000 Should additional funding be made available from other sources, then all or part of Phase 1 final armouring could be completed FINANCIAL DBTAILS The total budget estimated for development components 1 to 6 inclusive is $538,000 Funds are available under the "Lake ontario Waterfront Development Project 1987-1991" in series Account No 204- . 0-7 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #1/91, HELD MARCH 1, 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 4 LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT PROJECT 1987-1991 -1991 Waterfront Monitorlnq Proqram KEY ISSUE Continuation of the lmplementation of the Waterfront Monltorlng Program J_n 1991 Res. #6 Moved by KJ..p Van Kempen Seconded by Ron Moran THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff be directed to contJ..nue the implementation of the Waterfront MonJ..toring Program at an estimated cost of $138,500 in 1991, to be funded under the "Lake Ontario Waterfront Development Project 1987-1991" CARRIED BACKGROUND Slnce 1975, The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (MTRCA) has conducted environmental monitoring programs to describe the physical and biologlcal condltlons assoclated with waterfront parks Special studies in the past have been conducted to examlne the sediment quality, water quality sediment deposition rates, fish habltat assessment, fish community assessment, and benthlc invertebrate collections Details of the program results are summarized in technlcal reports and annual reports required as a condition of environmental assessment approval for various projects DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE The 1991 Waterfront Monltoring Program wlll investigate environmental conditions at the following locatlons . Sam Smith Waterfront Park, . Frenchman's Bay, . Scarborough shoreline, . East Point Waterfront Area Envlronmental condltlons will be investigated includlng sedlment quallty, water quality, flsh community, benthic invertebrate communlty, water temperature condition, and local substrate conditions Environmental monitorlng at the Sam Smith Waterfront Park and along the Scarborough shoreline lS required to fulfil conditions of envlronmental assessment approval, or to document existing environmental conditions for inclusion into the Class E A process Environmental monitoring at the East POlnt Waterfront Area and Frenchman's Bay lS designed to document e'<lstlng condltlons for use in the master planning process 0-8 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #1/91, HELD MARCH 1, 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 4 LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT PROJECT 1987-1991 -1991 Waterfront Monitorinq Proqram contd The total budget to implement the 1991 Waterfront Monitoring Program is $139,000, and is comprlsed of the following components Labour $ 77,000 Vehicle and Equipment 18,000 Lab Analytical Services 33,500 Miscellaneous 10,500 TOTAL $139,000 FINANCIAL DETAILS The program is funded under the "Lake Ontario Waterfront Development Project 1987-1991" under account nos 240-01, 222-24, 134-23, 135-23, 131-23 5 LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT PROJECT 1987-1991 -East Point Park, City of Scarborouqh KEY ISSUE To undertake certain studies related to the evaluation of the East Point Park small craft harbour proposal, as input to the Shoreline Regeneration Study by the Royal Commission on the Future of the Waterfront Res. #7 Moved by Lois GriffJ..n Seconded by Ila Bossons THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff be directed to proceed wJ..th the 1991 waterfront program at East Point Park, City of Scarborough, under the "Lake Ontario Waterfront Development Project 1987-1991, at a total cost of $120,000, subject to availability of funding from the ProvJ..nce of Ontario CARRIED BACKGROUND On November 14, 1990, a public meetlng was held to receive public comments on the East Point Master Plan/Environmental Assessment At thls meetlng, concerns were e^pressed about the water quality wlthin the proposed small craft harbour wlth respect to the location of the Highland Creek Pollution Control Plant Concerns were also expressed on the effect of the proposed park configuratlon on the pollution control outfall and water circulation in the area The recently released report "Watershed" - Royal Commlssion on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront, provided several key recommendatlons affecting the East Point Master Plan/Environmental Assessment The Royal Commission's recommendations on lakefilling are as follows 0-9 WATER AND ~ELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 11'-91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 5. LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT PROJECT 1987-1991 -East Point Park. City of Scarborouqh contd. "25 The Province should bring forward comprehensive lakefill policies for pUblic review as soon as possible The policies should require thorough environmental appraisal of all individual lakefill projects, and of their cumulative effects across the Greater Toronto Waterfront until such policies are in place, there shoUld be a moratorium on new lakefilling "26 open-water disposal guidelines should be adopted for current lakefill projects" In the Authority's "Crisis in Confidence Report?", the following recommendations were adopted "THAT the review of lakefilling incorporate the Authority's small craft harbour proposal for East Point Park, as a test case to evalu~te the long term advantages and disadvantages of lakefilling on the Greater Toronto Waterfront; "TIIAT the Authority make available to the commission all of its data pertaining to lakefill " As outlined in the "Review of Lakefilling" Board report, a working group of the Royal commission will be looking at the Authority's proposal at East Point Park, as a pilot project, to test and evaluate its recommendations To support the commission's work, and meet the requirements of an environmental assessment for this project, the Authority proposes to retain consultants to assist staff in setting up a monitoring program This program would provide the base data to analyze what the water circulation patterns and water quality are in the area, and what benefits/impacts the proposed lnkefilling will have DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONe Terms of r~ference for the East Point Park Circulation and Water Quality study will be prepared anj submitted to the Ministry of Natural Resources . for approvnl The Authority will also consult with the Royal Commission's working group \ to ensure capability of d~ta collection for use in the pilot project evaluation FINANCIAL The program will be fundej under the Lake Ontario Waterfront Development Project 1987-1991 under account No 222-24 and local priority funding D-10 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #1/91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION , LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT PROJECT 1987-1'91 -Ashbridae's Bav Coatsworth Cut Dredaina. City of TorontQ KEY ISSUE To carry out emergency dredging within the Coatsworth Cut navigation channel at Ashbridge's Bay, city of Toronto Res. 18 Moved by: Kip Van Kempen Seconded by: Ron Moran THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff be directed to proceed with emergency dredging in Coatsworth Cut, City of Toronto, under the "Lake Ontario Waterfront Development Project 1987-1991", at a total cost of $150,000. CARRIED BACKGROUND The Coatswurth Cut has been an on going navigation problem due to unsafe water depths and insufficient channel widths; all as a result of sediment deposition from various sources In 1987, The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Con~ervation Autho~ity dredged approximately 8,500 cubic metres of material at a total cost of $71,000 Recent soundings show that siltation has again reduced the navigable waters, and dredging is required to maintain a safe channel entrance to the public launching ramps and the service facilities of the boating clubs DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE To achieve minimum navigable standards, up to 5,000 cubic metres of material will need to be dredged from a 140 metre section of channel Details on the scheduling, method of dredging and dredgeate disposal, still need to be finalized and will be subject to approvals from all appropriate agencies FINANCIAL DETAILS 'rhe total budget to carry out the emergency dredging is $150,000 Subject to approval by the Authority and the Province, funding has been ~equested . under Local Priorities Funding FUTURE BENEFITS/PROBLEMS A long term solution to the problem of sediment deposition and continuous \ dredging of the channel entrance is the modification of the shoreline alignment on the west side of Coatsworth Cut to retain future sediment accumulations Currently, Metro Toronto Works Department is car~ying out an environmental assessment for the proposed expansion to the main Ashbridge's Bay sewage treatment plant One of the alternatives include land creation south of the existing plant which could incorporate a modified channel entrance 0-11 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 11/91. HELD MARCH 1. 19'1 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 7. LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT PROJECT 1987-1"1 -ImDroved Lakefill Oualitv Control Proaram XEY ISSUE continuation of the implementation of the Improved Lakefill Quality Control Program in 1991 Res. #9 Moved by: Kip Van Kempen Seconded by: Ron Moran THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff be directed to continue the implemontation of the Improved Lakefill Quality Control Program, at a total estimated cost of $750,000 in 1991, to be funded from revenues generated from the Program under the "Lake ontario waterfront Development project 1987-1991". CARRIED BACKGROUND The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority developed the Improved Lake!ill Quality Control Program (ILQCP) in 1988, at the request of the Ministry of the Environment, to respond to concerns about the quality of material being utilized in lakefill The ILQCP became fully operational in January, 1989, for all lakefill sites along the Lake ontario shoreline within the Authority's jurisdiction Details of the program results for 1989 and 1990 are summarized in monthly, as well as annual, reports and generally show substantial improvements to the quality of fill being accepted and disposed of at lakefill sites DETAILS OF WORX TO BE DONE The ILQCP will operate at all existing lakefill sites, including Tommy Thompson Park (operated by the Toronto Harbour Commission), and ~uthority operated sites which are Colonel Sam smith in the City of Etobicoke and the three ongoing erosion control sites along the Scarborough waterfront. Again, as in 1990, only earth fill that meets the "open water" guidelines will be acceptable for disposal in the open lake The ILQCP staff will . continue to review all applications, approve and monitor the disposal of fill that adheres to the current guidelines The total budget to implement the ILQCP in 1991 is $750,000 and is comprised of the following components: \ Staffing $335,000 Vehicle Equipment & Communications $175,000 Soil Testing $100,000 Water Quality/FiSheries Monitoring $ 85,000 Consultants $ 10,000 Miscellaneous ~~ Total $750,000 -~====-= FINANCIAL DETAILS The program is self-financing from fees charged for each truck load of fill received. Funds are available under the "Lake Ontario Waterfront Development Project 1987-1991" in series Account No 242- D-12 WATER AND ~ELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 11/91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 8 METROPOLITAN TORONTO WATERFRONT -"Liveaboards" ltEY ISSUE To provide comments on "liveaboards" along the Metropolitan Toronto Waterfront, as requested by Metropolitan Toronto - Parks, Recreation and Property Committee Res. 110 Moved by: Kip Van Kempen Seconded by: Ron Moran THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT Metropolitan Toronto, in negotiating new lease agreements, make provisions for the prOhibition of "liveaboards" during the non-boating season, between haul-out and launch, and of "grey water" discharge within small craft harbours under ownership and management of Metropolitan Toronto and The Metropolitan Toronto and Region conservation Authority; THAT Metropolitan Toronto be requested to take all reasonable steps to ensure that the concerns of the Scarborough, Toronto and Etobicoke Fire Departments are addressed for existing "liveaboards" situations on the Metropolitan waterfront; THAT the Metropolitan Toronto Parks, Recreation and Property Committee be requested to forward a copy of all agency reports on this matter, as well as the Metropolitan Toronto report, to all clubs and marinas and invite them to the appropriate committee meeting on this matter; AND FURTHER THAT the comments be forwarded to the Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Recreation and Property Committee, Metropolitan Toronto Planning Department, Metropolitan Toronto Waterfront committee, the City of Scarborough Waterfront Committee, the City of Toronto Waterfront Committee, City of Etobicoke Waterfront committee, and the Royal commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront. CARRIED . BACKGROUND The Metropolitan Toronto Parks, Recreation and Property Committee, on June 19, 1990, had before it two reports (Appendix WR 43) a) (June 11, 1990) from the Commissioner of Parks and Property reporting, as requested by the Committee at its meeting held on March 7, 1990, on the number of "liveaboards" present on a year-round basis, or during the winter season, at each of the yacht clubs on Toronto Island; and submitting the results of a survey of all fifteen yacht clubs as well as the two marinas which rent space from the Metropolitan Corporation; and b) (June 12, 1990) from the Metropolitan Solicitor submitting a report on the legal status of "liveaboards" on the Toronto Islands, which was reque"ted by the Committee 0-13 WATER AND RELATED LAND ~NAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #1/91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION I ~ ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 8. METROPOLITAN TORONTO WATERFRONT -"Liveaboards" contd The Parks, Recreation and Property Committee has 1 referred the aforementioned reports to the cities of Etobicoke, Scarborough and Toronto, and The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority for their comments on "liveaboards"; and , 2 requented the Commissioner of Planning to submit a report on "livenboards" in relation to the Official Plan The Metropolitan Parks and Property Department's survey indicated a total of 62 boats defined as "Liveaboards" The following represents the distribution across the waterfront . Bluffers Park Marina (MTRCA/Metro) 45 . Cuthedral Bluffs Yacht Club (MTRCA/Metro) 4 . Toronto Island Marina (Metro) 7 . Toronto Hydroplane and Sailing Club (MTRCA/Metro) 1 . Mimico Cruising Club (MTRCA/Metro) 3 . Etobicoke Yacht Club (MTRCA/Metro) -1. TOTAL 62 The main iGsues related to "liveaboards" can be summarized as follows 1 Appropriateness of "liveaboards" in the context of the Lake Ontario Waterfront Program and municipal land use documents 2 Life und Fire Safety considerations 3 pUblic health concerns POLICY ISSUES The Lake Ontario Waterfront Program of the Authority includes the following related objectives: . a) to provide open spac.;! at regular intervals across the waterfront through acquisition, land creation and/or agreements with other agencies; b) to regularly review .md update a long term waterfront plan ,md to prepare and implement concept plans for specific waterfront areas, which will ensure th~ provision of regional access and faciLities for water oriented recre,ltion As a supporting principle, the Authority recognizes the suitability of tho Lake Ontario shoreline for. recreational boating and the increasing demand for boating facilities to serve community, club and individual n'~eds It is clear that the program direction is to provide recreational bJating opportunities and not "li'leaboards" on a year-round basis 0-14 WATER AND RELATED LAND ~NAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #1/91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 8. METROPOLITAN TORONTO WATERFRONT -"Liveaboards" contd A City of Toronto report dated January 23, 1991, states that "the City Solicitor has advised that the municipal zoning applies to land and to building or structures on that land and cannot apply to boats floating on water" The most appropriate mechanism to control or prohibit "liveaboards" would be the lease agreement between the Authority, Metropolitan Toronto and yacht clubs or marinas LIFE AND FIRE SAFETY The Life and Fire safety Report, Scarborough Fire Department, outlined a number of safety concerns for the scarborough Bluffs shoreline for yacht clubs and marinas These concerns included i) emergency telephone access ii) improved water supply for fire fighting iii) placement of fire extinguishers iv) improved access for emergency vehicles v) preparation of fire safety plans vi) inspection of "liveaboards" The ontario Fire Code does not apply to boat construction or boat safety equipment for human habitation The Small Vessel Regulations developed under the Canada Shipping Act refers only to the need for certain boating safety features eg fire extinguishers which are not oriented to residential use of boats The Scarborough Fire Department has indicated that "permission be obtained from the Fire Department for each boat to be inhabited during the off-season with each being inspected for safe electrical hook-ups, heaters, fire extinguishers etc " The Department's preference would be to prohibit the use of small craft for year-round human habitation, considering life and safety issues PUBLIC HEALTH The City of Toronto report indicated concerns of a public health nature on the adequacy of on-board sanitation services and access to pump out services In the case of the Bluffers Park Marina, the boat owners have access to the marina centre building for washroom, laundry facilities and , emergency telephone Facilities at yacht clubs may not be as accessible to boaters during the winter months In a recent International Joint Commission, Great Lakes Reporter, concerns were expressed over the n.:!ed to regulate "grey water" discharge from recreational boats This water should be disposed of at "pump out" facilities. It is recomm.mded that the Authority restrict any slJch discharge j nto the Metropt)litan Toronto small craft harbours und.:!r Metropoli tan Toronto and lo1TRCA respons ibi 1i ty Such restriction could be included in each club or marina lease 0-]5 WATER AND ~ELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #1/91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 8. METROPOLITAN TORONTO WATERFRONT -"LivGaboards" contd GENERAL COMMENTS The 'Watershed' Report of the Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront indicated, under the 'Useable' prlnciple, that "the waterfront should continue to support a mix of public and private uses that are primarily water related and promote greater year-round use" "Liveaboards" do support the concept of "year-round use" while improving, through their presence, the security for these waterfront boating facilities This use also adds to the base of revenues for a commercial operator, which have been shown to be a marginal operation without other sources of revenues In the case of the yacht clubs and Bluffers Park Marina master plans and lease negotiations, no consideration was given to the potential for "liveaboards" However, in our recent discussions with the Sam Smith Boaters Federation, the Authority and Metropolitan Toronto staff indicated that the future leases would Q.rohibit "liveaboards", which was supported by the pUblic commenting on the future boating proposals for Sam Smith Waterfront Park WORK TO BE DONE To work with Metropolitan Toronto on the conditions in the Sam smith Boating Federation leases with member clubs on "liveaboards" and "grey water" discharge Assist Metropolitan Toronto, if necessary, in addressing the concerns outlined in this report for existing "liveaboards" 9. PROJECT FOR EROSION I~ONTROL AND SLOPE STABILIZATION IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO 1987-1991 -Shoreline Management Study Eastern Beaches (final Report) city of Toronto KEY ISSUE The Shoreline Management :;tudy provides input into the completion of a . Shoreline Management Plan for the Eastern Beaches Sector, city of Toronto. Res. #11 Moved by: I(ip Van I(empen \ Seconded by: Ron Moran THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO TnE AUTHORITY THAT the consultant's repor.t regarding the Shoreline Mnnagement study for the Eastern Beaches sector, in the City of Toronto, be rnceived; THAT statf be directed to incorporate the study recommendations "ithin the Shoreline Management Plan - City of Toronto, for implementation through the Lake Ontario Waterfront Rugeneration Project 1992-1994 and the Mutropolitan Toronto valley and Shoreline Regeneration Project 1992-1996; D-16 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #1/91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION ,. PROJECT FOR EROSION CONTROL AND SLOPE STABILIZATION IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO 1987-1991 -Shorcline Management study Eastern Beaches (Final Report) citv of Toronto contd THAT the Shoreline Management Plan - City of Toronto be forwarded to the Metropolitan Toronto Planning Department for inclusion in the new Metropolitan Toronto wate~front Plan; AND FURTHER THAT staff fo~ward copies of this final report to Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Property Department, the City of Toronto Parks and works Departments, Metropolitan Toronto Planning Department, Metropolitan Toronto Police Department and the Royal commission on the Future of the Toronto waterfront. CARR IED BACKGROUND In December 1986, the Province of ontario, through the Ministry of Natural Resources, announced the establishment of a long-term shoreline management program addressing prevention, protection and emergency response Conservation Authorities were designated the lead implementing agency for delivering the shoreline management program A key component of this program is the development of a Shoreline Management Plan At Meeting 15/89 held on .July 28, 1989, the Authority passed Resolution 1173 directing staff to proceed with a Shoreline Management study Staff would like to bring forward to the Board's attention the above report The study, completed by the consulting engineering firm of Sandwell Inc , was initiated by the Authority to review existing shoreline protection, maintenancc requirements and assess the need for any improvements or modifications to enhance and ensure long term stability of the beaches The consultants analyzed the coastal processes along the 2800 metre section of the City of Toronto shoreline extending from Ashbridge's Bay Park to the R C Harris Filtration Plant In recent years there has been erosion control works completed in the form . of beach feeding and shoreline modifications by the Authority and City of Toronto to address localized erosion and water quality concerns This \ study will provide technical data and recommendations which will assist the Authority in its development of an overall Shoreline Management Plan for the Eastern Beaches sector The main study findings are summarized as follows: 1 The section of shoreline between Kenilworth Avenue and Waverly Road is still prone to erosion, particularly during periods of high lake levels Recommendations for monitoring of erosion over the short term were provided in addition to long term stabilization methods 2 The shoreline sector at the foot of Lee Avenue, which is currently protected by a concrete rubble revetment, could be better utilized by upgrading the level of protection and improving the beach area to provide more recreational opportunities siltation of the boating channcl in front of the lifeguard station will continue to be an ongoing problem and !lternatives have been recommended. D-17 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 11/91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION ,. PROJECT FOR EROSION CONTROL AND SLOPE STABILIZATION IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO 1987-19'1 -Shoreline Management study Eastern Beaches (Final Report) citv of Toronto contd 3 The location of the proposed City of Toronto storm retention tank II will require further beach widening and shoreline stabilization to protect the proposed structure 4. Alternatives for ext~nding the waterfront boardwalk/walkway easterly from silverbirch Avenue across the R C Harris Filtration Plant property were reviewed and recommendations provided 5 The study has identified future decreased sediment supply along the beaches and, therefor-e, recommend ongoing monitoring of shor-eline erosion/accretion as well as offshore underwater profiles to assist in identifying areas of future concern Authority staff will rank the recommendations in order of priority and discuss with the appropri~te departments from the city of Toronto and Metropolitan Toronto, and identify which projects should be included in the Lake ontario Waterfront Regeneration Project 1992-1994 and the Metropolitan Toronto Valley and Shoreline Regeneration Project 1992-1996 FINANCIAL DETAILS Funding will be applied for under the Lake ontario Waterfront Regeneration Project 1992-1994 and the Metropolitan Toronto Valley and Shoreline Regeneration Project 1992-1996 10. FLOOD CONTROL PROGRAM -Keatlnq Channel Dredqinq Proiect. citv of Toronto KEY ISSUE Continuation of the Keating Channel dredging and monitoring progC"am in . 1991, and start of construction for "capping" Cell One of the Endikement Project, City of Toronto Res. #12 Moved by: Kip Van Kempen , Seconded b'f: Ron Moran THE BOARD RECOMMBNDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the 1991 dredging pro'Jraa be undertaken by the Toronto Harbour Commissioners as agents for The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, at a totsl estimated cost of $285,000; AND FURTHER THAT the Authority continue environmental monitoring of the dredging operation, and finalize the design for "capping" the Cell One disposal facility at Tommy Thompson Park at a total estimated cost of $65,000. CARR [ED 0-18 WATER AND ~ELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 11/91. HELD KARCH 1. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 10 FLOOD CONTROL PROGRAK -Keatinq Channel Dredqinq proiect. City of To~ Contd BACXGROUND Dredging of the Keating Channel commenced on July 26, 1987 after a lengthy approval process and completion of the modifications to the dredged material disposal facility at Tommy Thompson Park A total of 420,390 cubic metres of material has been dredged from the Keating Channel to the end of 1990 at a total project cost of 4 82 million dollars This total includes all costs associated with modifications to the endikement cell and entrance and environmental monitoring This cost is shared equally under a three party agreement by the Toronto Harbour Commission, Transport Canada and The Me~ropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE The key component of the 1991 program will be the continuation of the Keating Channel dredging to the final design dimensions, and disposal of the material at Endikement Cell Two within Tommy Thompson Park Monitoring of the dredged material, as well as sediment sampling and analysis in and around the disposal facility, will continue in 1991 in accordance with the environmental assessment approval Another condition of the environmental assessment required that the dredgeate in Cell One be suitably "capped" by the end of 1992 It is proposed that this capping comprise a clean fill wetland creation Final design detnils will be completed and, if approved by the Ministry of Environment, construction of the initial phase will also be completed FINANCIAL DETAILS The estimated cost to complete the 1991 dredging project is $350,000 Funds are available under the Flood Control Program in Account No 112-20 11. FLOOD CONTROL PROGRAK -Flood Vulnerable Area, West Don River . Hoqqs Hollow. east of Yonqe street XEY ISSUE The Authority is in receipt of a request from Councillor Bev Sal~on to carry out channel improvement works in the Hoggs Hollow flood vulnerable area; however, since this area already received a relatively high level of flood protection from former works, it ranks low on the remedial priority list and is not currently being considered for works Res. 113 Moved by: Bev Salmon Seconded by: Lois Hancey THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff continue to implement its capital flood control pro'1ram as outlined in the Watershed Plan; 0-19 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #1/91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 11 FLOOD CONTROL PROGR~K -Flood Vulnerable Area, West Don River Hoqqs Hollow, east of Yonqe street Contd THAT staff continue to maintain the existing channel in an effort to minimize the risk of flooding: THAT the York Mills valley Association be advised of the status of the permit request by the Rosedale Golf Course for fencing within the floodplain AND FURTHER THAT staff continue to urge the provincial government to make funding available to clean out the upper reach of the channel (just east of Yonge street). CARRIED BACKGROUND At Meeting #5 the Board, under resolution #84, resolved "That the letter from Bev Salmon requesting that the Don River in Hoggs Hollow be dredJed to improve the water flow capacity be received and referred to staff for report back to the Water and Relat0d Land Management Advisory Board " The Hoggs Hollow flood susceptible area is located on the West B~anch of the Don River, east of Yonge street and west of Rosedale Golf Course The Hoggs Hollow/York Mills Community is an area which historically jeveloped in the floodplain and now has received Special Policy Area status to control redevelopment In 1968, a flood control channel was constructed to convey the more frequent floods The con5truction of the G Ross Lord Dam in 1976 provided further flood protection; however, the entire area remains within the regional floodplain A small area at the bottom end of the channel near the Rosedale Golf Course is flood vulnerable below the 100 year event. Some resid0nts in the are~ were alarmed by high flows in the channel in 1986 although no homes we~e flooded Discharges from G Ross Lo~d Dam . during majo~ events in AU9ust and september 1986 were close to channel capacity but in accordanc~ with approved operating procedures fo~ the Dam It is our understanding that the York Mills Valley Association hld three areas of concern One concern is the maintenance of the existin9 channel The Metropolitan Toronto lnd Region Conservation Authority cleans out the channel (removes vegetati'Jn and sediment) on an as required basis This is carried out to maintain the hydraulic capacity of the channel rhe last major clean out was in 1986 at a cost of $80,000 It is staff's opinion that there has'been littl,~ sediment build-up through the lower r~ach of the channel since that time and, therefore, a major maintenance clean out is not requir0d. Problem vegetation will be removed as part of our regular maintenance program It :;hould be noted that staff has been requesting funding to clean out the upper channel reach (just east of Yonge Street) since 1988 To date, thi'5 has not received provincial support 0-20 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING # 1/91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 11 FLOOD CONTROL PROGRAM -Flood Vulnerable Area, West Don River Hoqqs _Hollow. east of Yonqe street Contd The York Mills Valley Association also requested staff to review the possibility of channelizing the natural river through the Rosedale Golf Course, in an effort to reduce the risk of flooding adjacent to Green Valley Road Staff has carried out a preliminary hydraulic review of this area and Ciln report that there is a positive hydraulic gradient through the golf cours~ lands downstream of the existing channel and, therefore, channelization would be of limited benefit Staff feel that the ultimate solution moY involve berming or flood proofing the structures affected The Hoggs lIollow flood vulnerable area is ranked as number 16 on the priority list for remedial works The Authority is currently planning and/or implementing remedial works on sites ranked up to 7 Because flood risks in Hoggs Holloware lower than several other sites, staff do not feel there is any justification to bring forward this project for implementation prior to the other sites However, this does not preclude the property owners from carrying out flood proofing on their own, subject to the applicable permits Authority staff would be prepared to offer technical assistance if any of the property owners would like to initiate their own works The Associiltion was also concerned about the hydraulic impacts from a fence recently erected by the Rosedale Golf Club between the golf club lands and . the bottom end of the channel This fence was erected without a permit from The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and, as a result, our enforcement staff issued a violation and have had most of the fence removed The Club has now applied to the Authority for a permit to keep the r0mainder of the fence Their request is being reviewed by our Plan Review section in respect to our policies and technical concerns 12. BENJAMIN BOAKE TRAIL -Retaining Wall at rear of Nos 145 to 157 . City of North York Metro Councillor Maria Augimeri appeared before the Advisory Board with \ respect to this ite., and requested that the Advisory Board defer consideration of the recomaendation pending receipt, in writing, of the letter froM Eastcrest Homes setting out the two options put forward by the builder (Eastcrest Homes) to rectify the problem, and the minutes of the meeting that took place with North York officials on December 6, 1990. KEY ISSUE The receipt of a written request from Metropolitan Toronto Councillor Maria Augimeri, that the above-noted properties be added to the list of the Authority Report for the 1991 Project for Erosion Control and Slope Stability in the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, was dealt with by the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board and staff was requested to review and report on this matter D-2l WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #1/91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 12. BENJAMIN BOAKE TRAIL -Retaining Wall at rear of Nos 145 to 157 city of North York Contd Res .-L!! Moved by: Joyce Trimmer Seconded by: Kip Van Kempen THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff of the Authority take no action on this matter of the slope stabilization at the rear of 145 to 157 Benjamin Boake Trail, until the present proposal by Eastcrest Homes has been dealt with by the City of North York CARRIED MOTION Moved by: Roger Hollander Res. #15 Seconded by: Lois Hancey THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be requested to prepare a report for the ~pril 12, 1991 meeting of the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board, on the propriety of the Authority re1easinq confidential information provided to MrRCA staff by the city of North York. CARRIED BACKGROUND At its Meeting #5/90 held on November 23, 1990, the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board passed Resolution #95 which stated "THE HOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff undertake a review of the request from Councillor Maria Augimeri, that the properties known as Nos 145 to 157, Benjam~n Boake Trail, City of North York, be adjed to the Project for Erosion Control and Slope Stabilization in the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto; . AND FURTHER THAT the Authority staff undertake a review of 3ll pertinent information and discuss the matter with the appropriate Metropolitan Toronto officials and the City of North York \ officials, and that Councillor Maria Augimeri be advised CARRIED" On December 6, 1990, Mr e:: Y Uzumeri, Commissioner of Building, City of North York convened and chaired a meeting between the officials of the following municipal departments Metropolitan Toronto Legal Depa~tment; Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Property Department; Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority; City of North York Building Department; City of North York Works Department and City of North York Legal Department Also in attendance was a representative from the home builder, Eastcrest Homes Ltd. Two options for rectifying the problem were put forward at the meeting by Eastcrest Homes Ltd D-22 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #1/91. HELD KARCH 1. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 12. BENJAMIN BOAKE TRAIL -Retajning Wall at rear of Nos 145 to 157 city of North York Contd Option 1 c~lled for the rebuilding of the entire retaining wall to its original specifications The builder, Eastcrest Homes, would supply the material and labour at their expense The execution of this option required the home owners to remove, at their expense, all extra fill which had been placed by the home owners This proposal also involved restoration of the grades to their original condition Option 2 related to the cJnstruction of a new wall, with different design specificatjons, which would accommodate the existing built-up grades of the subject properties It w~s understood that Eastcrast Homes would provide the cost of material and labour equivalent to the costs of option 1, as a contribution to the new w~ll All additional costs involving extra material and labour would be the responsibility of the home owne~s RATIONALE It has been brought to the attention of the staff of the Authority, that the home builder, Eastcre;t Homes Ltd , has formally submitted a proposal to the city of North York based on the two options described above Since the builder has proposed a solution which would have to be reviewed by the various agencies involved and the home owners, it would be inappropriate for the Authority to take any further action while this present proposal is before North York . 13 BOYD CONSERVATION AREA -Gravel Pit Rehabilitation KEY ISSUE Rehabilitate an abandoned gravel pit in the Boyd Conservation Area in . cooperation with the Aggregate Producers Association of Ontario (APAO) and the Ministry of Natural R.~sources (MNR) Res. 116 Moved by: Kip Van Kempen Seconded by: Ron Moran THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff be directed to lnvestigate the feasibility of rehabilitating an abandoned gravel pit locate.! in the Boyd Conservation Area. CARRtED BACKGROUND The Authority is in receipt of a request from the APAO and MNR to establish a partnership and investi'Jate the feasibility of rehabilitating ~ gravel pit in the Boyd Conservatlon Area This would be a pilot p~oject as part of the MNR abandoned pit rehabilitation fund D-2~ WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 11/91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTKORITY CONSIDERATION 13. BOYD CONSERVATION AREA -Gravel pit Rehabilitation Contd The APAO was incorporated in 1956 and was established to represent suppliers of construction aggregates throughout ontario One of the APAO's objectives is to encourage the utilization of aggregate resources with concern for the principles of conservation and the impact on the natural and social environment with the implementation of the Aggregate Resources Act, effective January 1, 1990, MNR has begun to assess the aggregate industry for funds to be used on abandoned pit rehabilitation projects The APAO, with the expertise of its members, along with MNR, collectively agreed to establish a pilot project that would provide positive public profile for the industry and benefit the Authority and general public as well. The APAO and MNR consider a site within the Boyd Conservation Area as one that satisfies all of their criteria In the late 1970's, the Authority participated with the APAO on a similar project in the Glen Major Resource Management Tract, Uxbridge Township. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE Investigate and finalize the details of a rehabilitation plan. If approved, the Authority would prepare an agreement with appropriate terms and conditions for such a project Implementation of the rehabilitation plan would occur over two years The Authority would assist by providing site supervision and implementation of the revegetation component using MTRCA plant material. FINANCIAL DETAILS The Ministry of Natural Resources would provide the funding from monies collected from the aggregate industry for abandoned pit rehabilitation projects . , 0-24 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #1/91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 14. TOMMY THOMPSON PARK -Manulife Ride for H~ KEY ISSUE Staff has been requested to permit the use of Tommy Thompson ParK for part of the Manulife Ride For Heart on June 9, 1991 Res. #l7 Moved by: Kip Van Kempen Seconded by: Ron Moran THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT permission be granted to use Tommy Thompson Park for part of the Manulife Ride For Heart, subject to agreement between The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and Event Productions Incorporated. CARRIED BACKGROUND Within the past several years, the Authority has received a number of requests related to the use of Tommy Thompson Park for charitable cycling and pedestrian activities, specifically the Terry Fox Run and the variety Club Bike-A-Thon Typically, permission has been granted subject to these organizations providing the Authority with a certificate of liability insurance and the execution of the joint waiver of claims maintained by the MTRCA and the Toronto Harbour Commissioners (THC) for individuals requiring special access via THC lands In addition, course marshals are required to control the activity and Authority staff is present to ensure that these special events do not impact on other scheduled park operations Staff has recently received a request from Event Productions Incorporated for permission to utilize Tommy Thompson Park for a similar charitable cycling event, the Manulife Ride For Heart Although this activity is similar to those described above, it is expected to solicit a much higher participation than previously experienced (approximately 10,000 cyclists) Staff has been advised th!t the route will include parts of Lakeshore Blvd, the Don Valley ParKway, Cherry st , and Unwin Ave, and will involve . the partial closing of these routes to accommodate this activity Staff has reviewed the request and is supportive of this activity, and \ recommends that permission be granted subject to our regular terms and conditions, along with the provision of additional course marshals at various locations along the spit to ensure safety and reduce or prevent any impacts on regular park operations, including the summer bus service and nature interpretation proo;Jram D-25 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMeNT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #1/91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 15. PUBLIC TREE PLANTING PROJECTS ON MTRCA PROPERTY -Root Action Proposal KEY ISSUE Undertake public tree planting projects on Authority-owned land in cooperation with Root Action Res. #18 Moved by: Kip Van JCempen Seconded by: Ron Moran THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff be directed to work in cooperation with Root Action, to undertake pUblic tree plantinq projects on Authority-owned land; AND FURTHER THAT staff be authorized to enter into an agreement with Root Action and take whatever actions may be required to give effect thereto. CARRIED BACKGROUND Root Action has requested the Authority's cooperation and assistance to undertake public tree planting events on The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's property Root Action is a special interest group with a membership of approximately 400 people from all sectors of society including professionals and the public Root Action members are in the process of establishing the group as a registered, non-profit, charitable organization Root Action proposes that the first year of organized public tree planting events be held in the spring of 1991 in the Boyd Conservation Area. Families, employers, empl"yees, club members and private individuals will be invited to participate in the tree planting activities Root Action will undertake an active ,~dvertising campaign to attract people to participate in the tree pLanting Staff has reviewed the pr"posal by Root Action and believes it i'i well . conceived and would compl~ment the revegetation programs undertaken by the Authority. DETAILS OP WORJC TO BB DONE The Authority will !inalbe the specific planting areas within the Boyd Conservation Area Root Action will finalize the organizational details of the event including garbage pickup, volunteer staff training, site supervision and publicity. MTRCA staff will complete the necessary site preparation of the r;pecific tree planting locations The Authority will also provide site s11pervision during the tree planting ,lctivities If the project is approved a suitable agreement would be prepare,l to adequately address MTRCA )~equirements. FINANCIAL DETAILS All costs associated with the project will be paid for by Root At:tion. - 0-26 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #1/91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 16. DEVELOPMENT CHARGES ACT KEY ISSUE Consideration of Bill 20, The Development Charges Act, as a means to secure additional funding for Authority programs which address the watershed impacts of development Res. #19 Moved by: Joyce Trimmer Seconded by: Kip Van Kempen THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and the Regions of Peel, York, and Durham and the Townships of Mono and Adjala, be requested to include financial provisions for watershed management by MTRCA within any proposed by-law under the Development Charges Act; THAT a copy of the report and recommendation with respect to the Development Charges Act, be forwarded to local municipal councils within the jurisdiction of the MTRCA, for information and any comment they dee. appropriate; AND FURTHER THAT staff report, at the next meeting of the Water and Relate4 Land Management Advisory Board, on the details of the additional work that has to be done. CARR IED BACKGROUND The Rouge River Basin str!tegy, adopted by the Authority at Meeting No 1/90, contained the following recommendation "Establish funding mechanisms for flood control works and an acquisition program for flood susceptible sites on Level 3 streams to be implemented in lieu of upstream runoff control " This recommendation came from the recognition that the traditionll approaches to storm water management were not completely effective in . dealing with the watershed impacts of development While peak flows could be attenuated by storm water ponds and other temporary storage m~chanisms, development ultimately le,lds to more frequent high flows and higher runoff \ volumes that impact downstream areas of the watershed RATIONALE The Development Charges Act is a new mechanism des igned to ensur'~ that municipalities have the opportunity to obtain funds for capital improvements, which respond to the needs and impacts of land dev'~lopment, while treating the development industry fairly Charges made under the Act must be for capital improvements and they must be attributable to) new development Expenditure!> must be supported by a long term capital forecast Both regional .lnd local municipalities may impose charges, but the charges are collected by the local municipality D-27 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #1/91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 16. DEVELOPMENT CHARGES ~ Contd Authority staff has approached staff at the Region of Peel, York and Durham regarding the possible inclusion of charges in support of Authority programs Staff has been encouraged by the response in that there is a general recognition of the potential impacts of development on watershed management and resulting support for some levy to assist the Authority Discussions with Metropolitan Toronto staff indicated that Metro presently does not impose any development levies and, therefore, is not under the same time constraints as the regional municipalities to comply with the new Act Metro is, however, investigating the possible use of the Act Staff has also sought leg~l advice and consulting services from a company which specializes in advice to municipalities on development levies It appears that the Development Charges Act is the only mechanism, aside from traditional Authority Projects, which would enable the Authority to raise funds from a development area for water management activities in another part of the watershed As regular funding for important watershed management activities becomes increasingly scarce, it is more urgent to secure funding from other sources The Development Charges Act is intended to provide such funding opportunities for capital works which are required to support the developing area In some Authority programs, there is a definite connection between upstre3m development and the need for downstream measures Therefore, it is appropriate to pursue funding under the Development Charges Act DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE 'rhe regional municipalities are at varying stages in the preparation of their resp~ctive by-laws under the Act, but all urged that the Authority should make submissions as soon as possible in the form of a capital works plan Successful inclusion of the Authority's component of a development charge . by the regional municipalities will depend on many factors inclujing · a decision by municipalities to include "soft services" ie \ other than roads, sewers, anQ watermains · the amount of the Authority's proposed charge in relation to the regions' overall proposal · acceptance of the concept of a development charge by MTRCA within the development community · the abilit{ of the Authority to defend its capital works plan before the OMB FINANCIAL DETAILS The minor expenditures incurred to date have been part of the co~ts of implementation of the Row;e River Basin strategy If the municipalities are supportive of the Authority's requests, then funds would be lvailable in future to assist with Elood plain acquisition, erosion control and other water management activities 0-28 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #1/91. HELD MARCH 1. un SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 17 . LIFE AND FIRE SAFETY REPORT - 1989 (SCARBOROUGH FIRE DEPARTMENT AND BRIMLEY ROAD SOUTH TRAFFIC STUDY - AUGUST 1990) KEY ISSUE To report on the status of implementation of the Life and Safety Report (Scarborough Fire Department) recommendations and results of Brimley Road South Traffic Study (Metro Parks and Property Department) Res. #20 Moved by: Kip Van Kempen Seconded by: Ron Moran THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the status report, dated February 18, 19'1, on the Life and Fire safety Report and Brimley Road South Traffic study recommendations be received; THAT staff be directed to work with Metropolitan Toronto Park. and Property Department and Scarborough Works Department on traffic management approaches and long term access improvements to Bluffers Park; AND FURTHER THAT the recommendations be forwarded to Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Property Department and Scarborough works Depart.ent. CARR U:D BACKGROUND At meeting 18/89, the Authority adopted the following resolution related to Scarborough Fire Departments - Life and Fire Safety Report, Scarborough Bluffs and Bluffers Park "THAT the following ,::omments on the Life and Fire Safety Report, Scarborough Bluffs and Bluffers Park Marina, prepared by th,~ Scarborough Fire Dep.irtment, be forwarded to the Scarborough Building, Fire and L'~gislation Committee; "THAT staff be directed to review the report recommendation.; with the ci ty of Toronto ,ind the City of Etobicoke Departments, including the Metro Parks and Property Department and the . implications to existing and future small craft harbour facilities along the Etobicoke and Toronto sectors, including the Scarborough Sector of the waterfront; , "THAT the Authority request the Scarborough Fire Department to list in order of priority for action by the appropriate agency, operator or club, thr!1r recommendations and that the Author lty take action on the specific recommendations based on the final pr iori ty list; "THAT the Authority Lnitiate, in conjunction with scarborou'Jh and Metropolitan Toronto, a review of the access to Bluffers a~l prepare specific recommendations including preliminary costn to improve emergency vehicle access; "THAT the Authority and Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Prop'lrty Department undertake a review of Bluffers Park and prepare .In action plan for the llpecific on-site access recommendations; 0-29 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 11/91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 17. LIFE AND FIRE SAFETY REPORT - 1989 (SCARBOROUGH FIRE DEPARTKENT AND BRIMLEY ROAD SOUTH TRAFFIC STUDY - AUGUST 1990) Contd "THAT the Authority investigate, in conjunction with Scarborough Public utilities, the options/costs for looping the existing water supply systems and carrying out on-site improvements within the leased areas for the yacht clubs and marina; "THAT the Authority develop with the yacht clubs and marina, a pier and slip number system and provide an identification plan to the Fire Depart.ment; "THAT the Authority review, in conjunction with the Metro Marine unit and Metro Parks and Property, the feasibility of location markers along the Scarborough Bluffs; "AND FURTHER THAT the Authority and Metro Parks and Property Department investigate the feasibility of establishing a Harbour Master with powers to ensure implementation of standards on maintenance, fueling, training, education, fire routes, and general harbour and yacht Clubs/marina operations " In response to the Authority's request, the Scarborough Fire Deplrtment prepared the following "priority list" in May 1990 1 Emergency telephones accessible to pUblic 2 Improved water supply a) Draughting stations i) on bridge to yacht clubs island; ii) near public marina's boat storage areas, buildings and fuel dock; iii) other locations to be determined by examination of . site plans showing boat storage areas; b) Stationary fire pump to pressurize existing dead lmd main , with conne.:tor for hard suction c) Second connection to existing water main (to be 8" minimum). 3 Fire extinguishers placed in boat storage yards and on pier:; in accordance with chapter 4 of NFPA 303 4 Improved signage: i) graphic map at foot of Brimley Road - to include l~mergency 1911 and tnlephone locations; ii) signs of cLubs and public marina with pier and sllp designations, fuel pier location; D-30 W~iER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD M TING #1/91. HELD MARCH 1. 19'1 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 17. LIFE ~ND FIRE SAFETY REPORT - 198' (SCARBOROUGH FIRE DEPARTKEHT AND BRIMLEY RO~D SOUTH TRAFFIC STUDY - AUGUST 1990) contd iii) location signs on Bluffs (to identify areas from top and bottom to ~ssist rescue); iv) signs at public areas, public marina and clubs with respect to fire safety rules for various activities such as barbecuing, safe handling of fuel and portable tanks, general housekeeping on grounds 5 Improved access where boats are stored on land i) storage areas should be restricted to 50' x 150' with 15' wide access lanes (also serving as a fire break) separating; ii) boats should not be stored close to buildings A fire break of 15' should be provided between boats and buildings 6 Establishment of posted fire routes under fire route by-law to provide required access to all areas 7 Improved access to site by providing another roadway and/or widening existing access both down Brimley Road and roads within park 8 Fire Safety Plans for the clubs and public marina should include a) designation of persons to open gate to island (club area); b) designation of persons to open gates (doors) to piers as necessary; c) designation of persons to ensure that rules for fire safe use of equipment, housekeeping for fire safety, and maintenance of fire equipment as stated in each fire safety plan are followed 9 Appointment of an on-site person (such as the Metro Parks foreman) with authority to enforce fire safety rules where necessary This person would have this power of enforcement as the "Owners" . representative Persons continuing to ignore the rules would be charged with offence by a member of the Fire Department's Fire Prevention Division under the Fire Marshals Act 10 Permission to be obt~ined from Fire Department for each boat to be inhabited during off-seasons Each of these should be inspected for safe electrical hook-Ups, heaters, fire extinguishers, etc In discussions with James C McDonald, Director, Fire Prevention Division, we can report the following action on the recommendations . the Fire Department has carried out inspections of all boat clubs and the marina at Bluffers Park . emergency telephones not in place D-31 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #1/'1. HELD HARCH 1. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 17. LIFE ~ND FIRE SAFETY REPORT - 1989 (SCARBOROUGH FIRE DEPARTMENT AND BRIMLEY ROAD SOU'rH TRAFFIC STUDY - AUGUST 1990) Contd . Fire Department investigating draughting station locations and requirements . fire ~xtinguishers have been placed on all docks . Fire Department looking for specific improvements to signage, access, and posted fire routes from traffic management review currently being carried out by Metro Parks and Property Department, Scarborough Works Department and MTRCA . Fire Safety Plan preparation initiated . no action on priority #9 The Fire Department is proposing fire prevention lectures with boat clubs and marina in the near future . no permission obtained or inspections carried out for "live,lboards" In response to the issue of access to Bluffers Park, Scarborough Council on April 23, 1990, adopted Clause No. 3 of Report No 10 of the Scarborough Works and Transportation Committee respecting the future disposition and operation of Brimley Road South, which contained the following recommendation: "THAT Council request the Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and Metropolitan Council to consider implementing Alternative 3 and advise the City by September 30, 1990, if they are re.:eptive to study the proposal contained in Alternative 3 in gredter detail " Alternative 3, as describ,~d in the report, would deal with the traffic problems by controlling the flow of traffic on Brimley Road South. Metropolitan Toronto Parkr; and Property Department, in consultation with Authority staff, agreed tD study traffic levels and conditions on Brimley . Road South and in BlUffer,; Park during the summer of 1990 The Department retained the services of Gonsultant J C Ross Limited The study observed traffiG on ten weekend days with Brimley Road completely blocked on one day, July'! Total traffic recorded during the study hours (9 30 am to 5:30 pm) that day were 3,781 vehicles southboun~ and 3,350 vehicles northbound. The peak northbound and southbound occurred between 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm. The consultants main recolnmendation is for the development and implementation of "a stanllard procedure for controlling traffic I!ntering and leaving the park, involving police and park personnel to ensure safe conditions for park users and maintain acceptable emergency vehic;le access " Other recommendations to enhance safety include improvnd signage inside and outside the pa)Ok for the benefit of both park users and emergency services, and improvements to pedestrian access to the park. D-32 WATER AND RBLATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 11/91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 17. LIFE ~ND FIRE SAFETY REPORT - 1'8' (SCARBOROUGH FIRE DEPART KENT AND BRIMLEY ROAD SOUTH TRAFFIC STUDY - AUGUST 1990) Contd On December 19, 1990, the Council of the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto adopted the following resolution 1 The City of Sca~borough and the Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority be informed that Metropolitan Toronto is willing to study, in detail, traffic management approaches for Brimley Road South, and 2 The appropriate Metropolitan Officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect thereto WORK TO BB DONE The Authority continues to work with Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Property Department and Scarborough Fire Department on addressing the Fire and Safety recommendations for Bluffers Park Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Property Department has initiated a working group including representatives from Scarborough Works Department and MTRCA to prepare a traffic management strategy A traffic management strategy will be implemented for the 1991 park season, starting in May In addition, this group will investigate access improvements for Brimley Road including public transit, parking lot (jointly with Cardinal Newman School), road and intersection imp~ovements and pedestrian walkway These plans will be reviewed with the appropriate Metropolitan Toronto and Scarborough councillors, community associations and the public FUTURE BENEFITS/PROBLEMS The implementation of a t~affic management program for 1991 should improve public and emergency vehicle ,ccess to Bluffers Park Monitoring traffic management in 1991 will enable improvements to be made for subsequent seasons and provide input for long term improvements to the . road, transit and pedestrian facilities in the area D-33 WATER All)) RBLATBD LAIID KAlIAGBMBN'1' ADVISORY BOARD HBBTING 11/'1. BBLD MARCH 1. 1'91 SECTIOH IV - ITBMS POR HB IlfPORKATION 01' TBB BOARD 18. SPECIAL POLICY AREA -HTRCA Flood Plain Plannina Policy Guidelines KEY ISSUB Flood plain planning guidelines for Special Policy Areas have been reviewed and are being brought forward for Authority consideration. Res. 121 Moved by: Bev Sal.on Seconded by: John McGinnis THAT the report entitled "MTRCA Special policy Area Plood Plain Planning' Guidelines", Appendiz WR.4', be approved; THAT this report quide the Authority in its consideration of all requests for special policy Area desig'nation; THAT this report quide the Authority in its review and approval of develop.ent applications within designated Special policy Areas; THAT staff be directed to pursue funding' for the Special policy Area project considered in the preliainary 1'92 Authority budget; All)) PURHBR THAT the provincial Ministries of Municipal Affairs and Natural Resources be requested to ..end the Provincial I.ple.entation Guidelines to include the require.ent for the i.pl..entation soning by-law to be sub.itted as part of the special Policy Area approval package. AKBHDKBlf'l' Moved byz Bev Sal.on Res. 122 Seconded by: John MCGinnis THAT the report entitled "KTRCA Special Policy Area I'lood Plain Planning Guidelines" be distributed to local .unicipalitie. for co..ent by .id May, 1991; AND I'URTBBR THAT the report, together with any co..ents receiVed, be pre.ented for consideration at the May 24, 1'91, Water and Related Land Manag..ent Advisory Board. HZ AllBlfDKBlf'l' WAS.......................................... CARRIBD TBB MOTIOH, AS AllBlfDBD, WAS ............................... CARRIBD BACItGROUIID At Authority Meeting 18/90, held December 7, 1990, the Authority approved the following: "Res. 1258 THAT staff review the provincial policy for Special Policy Areas, and develop Special Policy Area Guidelines for consideration by the Authority CARRIED" D-34 WATER AHD RBLATBD LAlIJ) XAHAGDBHT ADVISORY BOARD MEBTING #1/91. BBLD KARCH 1. 1991 SBCTION IV - ITDS FOR THB IHFORMATION OF THE BOARD 18. SPECIAL POLICY AREA -MTRCA Flood Plain Plannina policv Guidelines Contd In completing this task, staff has reviewed two previous reports approved by the Authority affecting Special Policy Areas REPORT #1 HTRCA FLOOD DAMAGE CENTRE DESIGNATION The Authority approved a report through Resolution #4l of Meeting #2/89 held March 31, 1989, that discontinued the Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (HTRCA) Flood Damage Centre designation This action related to the Provincial Flood Plain Planning Policy statement, 1988 In addition, Flood Damage Centre policies were used as the basis for developing special Policy Area policies "The following item was recommended for approval at Meeting #1/89 of the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board, held on March 3, 1989. "Following the approval of the Provincial Flood Plain Planning Policy under Section 3 of the Planning Act, the designation of a Flood Damage Centre and its associated flood plain planning policies now have no recognized status; therefore, it is necessary to discontinue the Damage Centre designation and associated flood plain planning policies "Res. #41 "THAT the Authority's Flood Damage Centre designation contained within its 1980 Watershed Plan be discontinued; "THAT all member and local municipalities and the Ministry of Natural Resources and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs be so advised; "THAT the Authority continue to implement a One-Zone Approach to flood plain management, based on Hurricane Hazel, in accordance with policy (4) of the Provincial Policy Statement; "THAT the Authority no longer recognize the former Damage Centre designation and associated policies; "THAT all development/redevelopment applications be reviewed based on the Authority's current flood plain planning policies for Undeveloped Flood Plains (l980), Flood Susceptible sites policy (l987) and the Provincial Flood Plain Planning Policy state.ent and supporting guideline documents; "THAT exceptions to the One-Zone Approach be considered in accordance with policy (5) Two-Zone Concept and policy (6) special Policy Area concept of the Provincial Flood Plain Planning policy Statement The municipality assumes the lead role in the identification and request for either of these flood plain planning options; D-3~ WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #1/91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD 18. SPECIAL POLICY AREA -MTRCA Flood Plain Planninq Policy Guidelines Contd "THAT, when staff is in receipt of a municipal request for either the Two-Zone Approach or the Special Policy Area Concept, a report will be prepared for consideration by the Water and Relat~d Land Management Advisory Board; "AND FURTHER THAT the Authority revise its flood plain planning policies accordingly CARRIED" Report #2 SPECIAL POLICY AREAS The Authority received a report through Resolution 1255/89 at Me~ting #8/89 held December 8, 1989, that described the basis for and the review and approval of special Policy Area designations In addition, former Flood Damage Centre pOlicies were noted as being the policy guidelines used for Special Policy Area's "KEY ISSUE Policy ( 6) of the Provincial Flood Plain Planning Policy Statement, 1988 establishes the provincial planning designation of a special Policy Area (S P A ) The SPA designation is reviewed as related to Authority programming and policy guidelines. "Res. ..l2..22 liTHE BOARD RECOMMEND:> TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the staff Report regarding Special Policy Areas be received "AND FURTHER THAT all Authority members receive a copy of the Staff Report including Appendices A, B, and C for their information to assist them in their review of municipal requests for Special Policy Area designation CAHRIED" . RATIONALE When preparing the report entitled "MTRCA Special Policy Area Fl')od Plain Planning Guidelines staff considered the following 1. MTRCA Review and Approval Process for Special Policy Area D~signation The Provincial Flood Plain Planning Policy Statement was reiease,l in October 1988 Implementation Guidelines that support the Policy Statement were released simultaneouHly These two documents present the rltionale for and the implementation process required to support a Special Policy Area designation The Central Region of the Ministry of Natural Resources also prepared Internal Procedural Guidelines for the Special Polley Area Process in October 1988 Staff has reviewed these <Iocuments and recommend the adoption of same to describe the MTRCA review and approval process for Special Policy Area designation The approprlate sections of these documents are prl!sented within the appendices of 1:he proposed MTRCA Special Policy Area J'lood Plain Planning Guidelines repor1: . 0-36 WATER ANQ RELATED LAND ~NAGEHEHT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 11/91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD 18. SPECIAL POLICY AREA -MTRCA Flood Plain Planninq Policy Guidelines Contd Due to the Authority's experience in dealing with the review and approval of several Special Policy Areas one of the major weaknesses in the Provincial Implementation Guidelines is that the appropriate zoning by-laws required to implement the special Policy Area pOlicies are not prepared as part of the special Policy Area approval package This has resulted in the Special Policy Area policies being put in place within the Municipal Official Plans but the implementing by-laws have not been pursued It is necessary, therefore, that the Provincial Implementation Guidelines be revised to require the implementing zoning by-laws to be submitted as part of the Special Policy Area approval package 2 MTRCA Flood Plain Planning Guidelines for special Policy Areas Staff has been guided by the Provincial Flood Plain Planning Policy Statement and the former MTRCA Flood Damage Centre POlicies - approved by the Authority in 1987 - when developing Special Policy Area Guidelines These guidelines have been reviewed and updated and are included in Appendix WR 49 There are four main Special Policy Area guideline revisions being proposed focusing on the following issues (a) The inclusion of MTRCA Special Policy Area guidelines addressing new multi-lot development and redevelopment within an approved and/or proposed Special Policy Area; (b) The inclusion of MTRCA Special Policy Area guidelines associated with flood control remedial works and emergency response as a flood damage reduction measure; (c) The expansion of MTRCA Special Policy Area guidelines associated with Policy (8) Public Safety of the Provincial Policy Statement, and (d) The inclusion of MTRCA Special Policy Area guidelines associated with . municipal zoning by-laws that are required to implement an approved Special Policy Area designation DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE Staff prepared a Special policy Area Project File for inclusion within the 1991 Budget; however, this project has not been ranked as a priority by the Ministry of Natural Resources The scope of the work to be completed included the review and update of all current Special Policy Are~s to ensure compliance with Pr,)vincial and Authority Special Policy Area guidelines The estimated cost is $40,000 This project should be pursued in 1992 D-37 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 11/91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD 19. LAltEFILLING -Revic~ ltEY ISSUE The Minister of the Environment has directed the Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront to undertake a review of shoreline regeneration. Res. #23 Moved by: Kip Van Kempen Seconded by: Ron Moran THAT the staff report dated February 18, 1991, concerning the wotk of the Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront, with respect to a review of shoreline regeneration, including laketilling, be received. CARR rED BACltGROUND The Authority's report, tlA Crisis in Confidence?" contained the following recommendation tilT IS RECOMMENDED THAT The Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront cc:>nduct a review of lakefilllng to address the questions raised in its interim report and report on its findings in its final report in June of 1991; tlTHAT the review of lakefilling incorporate the Authority's small craft harbour proposal for East Point Park as a test case to evaluate the long tetm advantages and disadvantages to lakefilling on the Gteater Toronto Waterfront; tlTHAT until the Royal Commission review has been conducted, the Authority suspend th,~ initiation of any new lakefill projects and the Environmental As,;essment of the proposed East Point Parlq "THAT the Authority make available to the Commission, all of its data pertaining to l,lkef ill; . "AND FURTHER THAT, should the Commission or the Province be unable to conduct th,~ review, the Authority undertake a pubLic review of the LakefiLl Program. The Honourable Ruth Grier, Minister of the Environment announced on December 17, 1990 that Mr Crombie would be asked to consider tlp,)licies, practices, technology and methods available to regenerate shorellne areas.tI The Crombie commission haG commenced this important work as of Fl~bruary 4, 1991, with the establishmrmt of a Working Group This group has been asked to prepare a background p,lper on shoreline regeneration Construction near the water's edge such as breakwater, embayments, lakefilling as tiel! as protection, restoration and enhancement of wildlife habitats may be included 0-38 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #1/91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARQ 19. LAKEFILLING -Review Contd The report of the working group will be reviewed by a committee of experts to be named by the Royal Commission The group's report may also serve as a background paper for public hearings which are expected to be held in early summer Staff has been advised that the working group will be looking at the Authority's project at East Point Park as a pilot project to test and evaluate its recommendations 20. TOMMY THOMPSON PARK -1990-91 Common Tern Manaqement Activities KEY ISSUE As part of the Interim Management of Tommy Thompson Park, staff has undertaken a joint study with the Canadian Wildlife Service to assess the use of nesting rafts by Common Terns Res. 124 Moved by: Kip Van Kempen Seconded by: Ron Moran THAT the draft report (manuscript), Appendix WR.1, prepared and reviewed by the Canadian wildlife service, be received for information CARRIED BACKGROUND The Authority's ongoing Interim Management of Tommy Thompson Park has included various wildlife management activities with emphasis on the breeding colonies of waterbirds, specifically gulls, herons and terns In spite of efforts by the Authority and the Canadian Wildlife Service (CWS) , the population of common terns has been declining over the past several years due to loss of habitat by natural succession and erosion, competition . with ring-billed gulls for nesting habitat, and disturbances by predators and people In the spring of 1990, a joint CWS/MTRCA project was undertaken to provide artificial nesting habitat for common terns in the form of four rafts placed in the sheltered waters of Tommy Thompson Park A contract student was hired to monitor the rafts and record the activities of the breeding colonies and document any interaction with other species The rafts proved to be successful and they were readily colonized by the common terns and defended against other birds The project received funding under the Metro Toronto Remedial Action Plan, through the Great Lakes Environmental Protection Office of Environment Canada Appendix WR 1, detailing the methodology and results of the program, has been prepared by the contractor under the direction of the CWS with input from the MTRCA It will be submitted to the Colonial Waterbird Society for possible publication in their wildlife journal "Colonial Waterbirds" Once this report is finalized or published, it will then be submitted to the various interest groups and committees D-J9 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 11(91. HELD MARCH 1. 1991 SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARQ 20. TOMMY THOMPSON PARK -1990-91 Common Tern Manaqement Activities Contd DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE A proposal has been submitted to the Metro RAP requesting funding to support a continuation of the work with the nesting rafts If funded, the 1991 project would again involve a cooperative effort between the CWS and the MTRCA and would be expanded to include dietary studies and toxicological research on common terns FUTURE BENEFITS It is expected that the rafts can be utilized for several years ~s a conservation and public education tool designed to stabilize the declining tern population on-site The proposed research will provide further knowledge about contaminants in a wildlife species at the top of the food web along the Toronto Waterfront and will enhance the use of Tommy Thompson Park by common terns TERMINATION ON MOTION, the meeting te~minated at 12 45 pm, March 1, 1991 Don Jackson W.A. McLean Chairman Secretary-Treasurer G ~ , the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority minutes WATER AND RELATED LAND 12-APRIL-1991 112/91 MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD The Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board met in Black Creek Pioneer Village Visitors Centre on Friday, April 12, 1991 The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 00 a m PRESENT Chairman Don Jackson Vice Chairman Lois Griffin Members Lois Hancey Roger Hollander Ron Moran Maja Prentice Bev Salmon Joyce Trimmer Kip Van Kempen ABSENT Member Ila Bossons Blake Kinahan MINUTES Res. #25 Moved by Ron Moran Seconded by Joyce Trimmer THAT the Minutes of Meetinry #1/91 be approved CARRIED CORRESPONDENCE Res #26 Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Joyce TriDllDer THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE THAT the information regarding the Guelph Conference 1941-1991 on "Conserving Ontario's Natural Resources", scheduled for Thursday, May 23, 1991 at the University of Guelph, be received; THAT all members of the Authority be sent the conference information and be asked to express their interest in attending to the General Manager before April 30, 1991. AND FURTHER THAT expenses be paid for any Authority member who wishes to attend the Guelph Conference on "conserving Ontario's Natural Resources". CARRIED 0-41 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #2/91. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 DELEGATIONS Res. #27 Moved by Ron Moran Seconded by Lois Hancey THAT the following delegations be heard with respect to Items 1 and 2 of these Minutes - "Lower Don River Floodplain - Interim Floodplain Planning Procedures" and "Ataratiri - Draft Environmental Evaluation Study Report" Mr Werner Wichmann, D~rector of Engineering, City of Toronto Mr Richard Petty, General Manager, Land Development, Housing Dept , City of Toronto Ms Cass West, representative of st Lawrence Park AND FURTHER THAT Items land 2 of these Minutes be brought forward for consideration, i e "Ataratiri - Draft Environmental Evaluation Study Report" and "Lower Don River Floodplain - Interim Floodplain Planning Procedures" CARRIED Res. #28 Moved by Roger Hollander Seconded by Bev Salmon THAT Items I and 2 of these Minutes be divided and dealt with as separate items CARRIED MOTION Moved by Roger Hollander Seconded by Bev Salmon THAT Item 1, "Ataratiri - Draft Environmental Evaluation study Report", be deferred THE MOTION WAS NOT CARRIED Res. #29 Moved by Ron Moran Seconded by Lois Hancey THAT the written submission of Mr Petty, a letter dated April ll, 1991 addressed to the Chairman and Members of the Water & Related Land Management Advisory Board, b~ received, Appendix WR 137 herewith, and referred to staff for comment to the next Authority meeting scheduled for May 3, 1991i CARRIED 0-42 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #2/91. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 1- ATARATIRI -Draft Environmental Evaluation Study Report KEY ISSUE The Ministry of Environment has circulated the ~ Ataratiri Envlronmental Evaluation study, (EES) report Comments are requested by April 26/91 "Flood Protection Options", is one of six background studies that form the Draft EES report This particular background study is an important link to the Special Policy Area (SPA) review being carried out for the lower Don River, City of Toronto Res. #30 Moved by Ron Moran Seconded by: Lois Hancey THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the Draft Ataratiri Environmental Evaluation study Report be received, Appendix WR.148 herewith, and the Minister of the Environment be advised of the following comments and recommendations: FLOOD PROTECTION OPTIONS: The tollowing approach to flood protection within the lower Don River flood plain is recommended. These principles will provide the basis for further discussion with the city cf Toronto, Metropolitan Toronto and other attected agencies The following points will need to be refined and adjusted as detailed implementation policies are tormulated: 1. The option identitied on Figure 4 6 in the "Flood Protection options" report (January 1991) will be the minimum flood protection package tor the lower Don River. This package includes filling part ot the Ataratiri site, widening of the CHR bridge plus various floodway works all totalling an estimated $15 3 million It appears that the Ataratiri till only option would increase the flood risk to the east of the Don River to an unacceptable level. This conclusion is being verified by a detailed land use survey. As a result the option has not yet been cateqorically ruled out. 2. The above noted minimum flood protection package shall not preclude the possibility of opting for any ot the more extensive protection packages if deemed necessary to provide a hiqher level of protection tor other parts of the lower Don (ie packages $15 9 to $60 0 million) . 3. Any solution for the lower Don must in:lude perpetual dredging of the Keating Channel as long as required The total cost to all parties of this dredging is currently estimated to be $500-600,000 per year. The existing dredging agreement between the Federal Government, THC, and MTRCA will expire in 1991. Additional requirements related to "capping" of the dredged material, following placement in the disposal cells at Tommy Thompson Park, could increase this cost substantially A new long term agreement must be negotiated which will include the identification ot new funding partners including the City of Toronto. D-43 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #2/91, HELD APRIL 12, 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 1 ATARATIRI -Draft Environmental Evaluation StudY ReDort (con't) 4 Ataratiri fill (ie flood protection) will be in place prior to the issuance of any residential occupancy permits on the site. The placement of this fill will be coordinated with the soils decommissioning strategy to the satisfaction of MHR, MMA, MOE and MTRCA. 5. Any lands within the lower Don flood plain required for potential flood mitigation works will be appropriately zoned so as to reserve these lands for this purpose. 6 The minimum flood protection package ($15.3 million) will be constructed within 5 years of the placement of the Ataratiri fill. within this timeframe participating partners may opt for a more extensive protection package which may be more suitable for the long range land use scheme selected for the lower Don area. The higher level of flood risk, particularly to the east of the Don River associated with this 5 year window, is acceptable to the approving authorities. 7 It is suggested that the Ataratiri project be responsible for the full costs of the minimum protection scheme estimated to be ($15.3 million). This cost estimate is subject to further review and may increase. An alternative shared funding scheme entered into by benefiting parties may be possible Any financial arrangement must include a Keating Channel dredging agreement which includes the City of Toronto If a more extensive mitigation package is deemed more appropriate, an appropriate beneficiary pays mechanism should be employed. This may involve front end financing by a public body 8 The project manager for the flood protection scheme excluding the Ataratiri fill should be the MTRCA. 9 Any flood works on the Ataratiri site already have an Environmental Assess.ent exemption. The estimated $15.3 million package, or any more extensive package, will require an EA exemption or an expedited process in order to limit the risk window. SOIL AND GROUNDWATER MANAGEMENT AND HEALTH RISK ISSUES The Authority will continue to monitor the progress of these two reports as the conclusions and recommendations are finalized. staging of the clean-up and the disposal and/or on-site storage of contaminated soils will need to be coordinated with the recommended Flood protection option strategy and have regard for Provincial Flood Plain Planning policy Guidelines, MTRCA Flood Plain Planning Guidelines and the Authority'S Improved Lake Fill Quality Program. 0-44 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #2/91. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 1 ATARATIRI -Draft Environmental Evaluation studv ReDort (con' t) TRANSPORTATION AND FIXED FACILITIES RISK A risk assessment of existing utilities that cross the Don River, if damaged in the event of a flood, should be carried out and the recommended flood protection option strategy be revised accordingly. AND THAT the recommendations of tha six background studies be reviewed to ensure consistency and compatibility. AND FURTHER THAT the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ministry of Municipal Affairs, the City of Toronto and Metropolitan Toronto be advised of the Authority's comments on the Draft Environmental Evaluation Study Report. CARRIED 2. LOWER DON RIVER FLOODPLAIN -Interim FloodDlain Planninq Procedures KEY ISSUE Interim flood plain planning procedures are being recommended for the lower Don River flood plain, City of Toronto, to allow for some development/redevelopment while the flood protection option for the lower Don River is being finalized and the SPA designation is being pursued MOTION Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Kip Van Kempen THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT interim procedures for flood plain planning within the lower Don River, city of Toronto be approved based on the objectives, principles, development guidelines and implementation mechanisms presented within the draft "Interim Flood Plain Planning Procedures, Lower Don River, City of Toronto" report dated April 3, 1991, Appendix WR.270 herewith; THAT the Authority administer its Fill, Construction and Alterations to Waterways RegUlations within the lower Don River in accordance with these interim procedures at such time as the City of Toronto, the Ministry of Natural Resources, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Metropolitan Toronto have endorsed the Interim Procedures; THAT the Interim Procedures be superceded by approved Special Policy Area policies or be re-evaluated by December 1992 AND FURTHER THAT the draft "Interim Flood Plain Planning Procedures, Lower Don river, City of Toronto" report dated April 3, 1991 be forwarded to the members of the Lower Don Special Policy Area Technical Committee for comment prior to the consideration of this item by the Authority at Meeting #3/91, scheduled for May 3, 1991. D-45 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #2/91. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 2. LOWER DON RIVER FLOODPLAIN -Interim FloodDlain Plannina Procedures (con't) MOTION TO DEFER Res. 131 Moved by: Joyce Trimmer Seconded by: Roger Hollander THAT staff be requested to circulate the report on the "Lower Don River Floodplain - Interim Floodplain Planning Procedures" , for comment, to the City of Toronto, Municipal~ty of Metropolitan Toronto, the Lower Don Task Force and the Royal commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront; AND FURTHER THAT any recommendation for approval on the report on the "Lower Don River Floodplain - Interim Floodplain Planning procedures", be deferred until such comments have been received. CARRIED BACKGROUND The City of Toronto has prepared a Flood Control option study report as one of six background studies comprising the Ataratiri Environmental Evaluation Study Report While overall flood protection options for the lower Don have been identified and a flood control strategy specific to the proposed Ataratiri development has been recommended, further review and discussion is required before a final flood protection strategy can be recommended for the entire lower Don River flood plain The City of Toronto is currently carrying out the studies necessary to complete this review of the lower Don River flood protection options There are other studies and reviews that affect planning within the lower Don River flood plain The Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront and the proposals by the Lower Don Task Force are two such studies RATIONALE It is anticipated that a final flood protection strategy for the lower Don River will not be recommended until the latter part of 1992 This affects the progress of the approved-in-principle Special Policy Area ( SPA) designation for the lower Don River flood plain There are several applications for development and redevelopment proposed within the lower Don River flood plain Based on current flood plain planning policies no new development nor major redevelopment is permissible As a result, the SPA Technical Committee (staff representation from MMA, MNR, MTRCA, Metropolitan Toronto and City of Toronto) has identified the need for interim flood plain planning procedures and preliminary discussions have taken place in this regard The procedures identify 1) Objective 2) Principles 3) Development Guidelines 4) Implementation Mechanisms D-46 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #2191. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 2 LOWER DON RIVER FLOODPLAIN -Interim FloodDlain Planninq Procedures (con't) The proposed interim procedures will not compromise current flood plain planning initiatives including the long term flood protection options being contemplated for the lower Don and the SPA approval process Development and/or redevelopment will be restricted to those portions of the flood plain where regulatory flood depths are less than 1 m and where the implementatlon of floodproofing measures will reduce or eliminate risk associated with floodlng Development applications will be subject to normal review and approval procedures pursuant to Authority Fill, Construction and Alteration to Waterways Regulation The SPA Technical Committee shall be consulted as required and shall support the Interim Procedures Staff is satisfied that the Interim Procedures are satisfactory and will facilitate the Authority's Regulation Administration program activlties until such time as the lower Don River flood protection strategy can be finalized 3. OAK RIDGES MORAINE -Private Land Stewar~shiD KEY ISSUE The initiation of a Private Land Stewardship Program for properties on the Oak Ridges Moraine Res. #32 Moved by Ron Moran Seconded by: Lois Hancey THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the statt report regarding a Private Land stewardship - Greenspace Initiative on the Oak Ridges Moraine, WR.161, be received; AND FURTHER THAT statf continue to explore potential long-term tunding for a Private Land Stewardship Program for the Oak Ridges Moraine CARRIED BACKGROUND As a part of the Oak Ridges Moraine (ORM) component of the Greenspace Strategy, the Authority advocated the following actions (a) the preparation of environmental planning guidelines to assist municipalities in the review of development proposals; (b) the development of a private land stewardship program to encourage and recognize good land management practices; and (c) the identification of crltical resource lands suitable for public ownership and management D-47 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #2/'1. HELD APRIL 12. 1"1 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 3 OAK RIDGES MORAINE -Private Land stewardship Interim Environmental Planning Guidelines were prepared and circulated in March, 1990 The Province, in July 1990, expressed a general interest in the Moraine complex and directed the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) to undertake a two-year study of the Moraine and to prepare interim criteria for the review of development proposals The Authority's Interim Guidelines were submitted to MNR as input to their more detailed criteria The Authority, in 1991, Will be considering a new project for Greenspace Protection and Acquisition Significant lands within the ORM are included in this project In 1989, the Authority established an Oak Ridges Moraine Working Group comprised of four Authority members and four citizen appointees The Working Group assisted in the preparation of the Interim Environmental Planning Guidelines At its meeting Il/9l held February l3, 1991, the Working Group considered a staff proposal for a Private Land Stewardship Program for the Oak Ridges Moraine and resolved "THAT the Oak Ridges Moraine Working Group supports, in principle, the proposal that the MTRCA develop a Private Land Stewardship Progra~ for the Oak Ridges Moraine, and recommends that the project be referred to the Conservation and Related and the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Boards, for consideration and action " RATIONALE Private Land Stewardship is an important measure for land management in the Oak Ridges Moraine The Natural Heritage League, in conjunction with the University of Guelph, has developed and is implementing a program for natural areas in Southern Ontario working within this established framework would be cost-effective and would avoid duplication of effort Existing program resources, such as the Landowner Contact Manual and staff training programs, could be utilized FINANCIAL DETAILS The program proposal identifies an estimate for the first three years of the program, in 1990 dollars This amount represents the cost to the Authority to implement an initiative within its portion of the Oak Ridges Moraine Initiating a private land stewardship program requires a long-term commitment The hiring and training of staff to identify suitable properties; to work in the field establishing stewardship agreements; and to maintain contacts with landowners is critical to program implementation The Natural Heritage League is considering expanding its land stewardship work to other significant areas in Southern Ontario Staff has discussed this proposal with representatives of the Natural Heritage League, the University of Guelph and the Ministry of Natural Resources It has been noted that the provincial interest in the Moraine would make it an attractive area to extend existing stewardship programs and that the Authority would be a key agency to implement this work 0-48 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING /2/91. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 4 ENVIRONMENTALLY SIGNIFICANT AREAS PROTECTION Procedures and Guidelines KEY ISSUE Report on the eXlsting procedures and guidelines for the protection and management of Environmentally Significant Areas (ESAs) Res. #33 Moved by Ron Moran Seconded by Lois Hancey THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff continue to review Environmentally Significant Areas as set out in the Existing Procedures and Guidelines for the Management of Environmentally Significant Areas report, Appendix WR 168,herewith; THAT staff be directed to request all local and regional municipalities, that have not done so, to designate Environmentally Significant Areas as environmental protection zones within their Official Plan; AND FURTHER THAT the Authority continue to seek funding for the Environmentally Significant Areas Update Study CARRIED BACKGROUND At Executive Meeting 117/90 staff was requested to prepare a report that would identify existing procedures and guidelines relating to the protection and management of Environmentally Significant Areas (ESAs) For ESAs not owned by the Authority, the chief avenue for comment lies in the Authority's role as a commenting agency under the Planning Act Therefore, it is very important that ESAs be recognized in appropriate designations by the municipalities in their Official Plans Currently, the evaluation of potential impacts on ESAs is often based on the original (1982) information collected on the resource features of the ESA This information needs to be updated The unique features/functions of each ESA are considered when evaluating the potential impacts of proposed uses on or adjacent to the ESA The report outlines the ESA baseline information required in order to properly evaluate the potential impacts Staff was also requested to review the previous reports on the status of the Authority's ESAs since the adoption of the Environmentally Significant Areas report D-49 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 12/91. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 5 IMPROVED LAKEFILL QUALITY CONTROL PROGRAM -Inland E~gansion KEY ISSUE Consideration of the expansion of the Lakefill Quality Control Program to selected inland sites within the Authority'S jurisdiction where contaminants could be released to groundwater and surface water Res. #34 Moved by: Ron Moran Seconded by Lois Hancey THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT statt be directed to prepare, for review by the Ministry of the Environment, a program tor an Inland Fill Quality Control Program For Watershed Protection within the regulated areas of the Authority'S jurisdiction as well as those areas where the Authority'S assistance is requested by a member or area municipality or the Province of ontario. AND FURTHER THAT subject to the approval ot the provincial Ministry ot the Environment, that statt be directed to implement the Inland Fill Quality Control Program CARRIED BACKGROUND The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority developed the Improved Lakefill Quality Control Program (ILQCP) in 1988 at the request of the Ministry of the Environment (MOE) to respond to a concern about the quality of material being utilized in lakefill The ILQCP enforces environmental controls on the material to be deposited at lakefill locations It is designed as a decision making framework for assessing the acceptability of excavated material for placement at lakefill locations As a result, large amounts of material have been rejected from lakefill sites due to environmental concerns This material is being diverted to inland locations, where controls are not as stringent At Authority Meeting #2/90, resolution #45 was passed "THAT the staff be directed to meet with area municipalities, the Ministry ot Natural Resources, the Ministry of the Environment and the regional municipalities to investigate the need for a program by the Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority to assess the quality of surplus fill material being placed in inland locations within its jurisdiction, where contaminants could be released to groundwater aod surface water; THAT staff be directed to prepare a report to the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board concerning the need for such a program, the legislative basis for such an initiative and the funding requirements; D-50 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 12/91. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 5. IMPROVED LAKEFILL QUALITY CONTROL PROGRAM -Inland Expansion (con't) THAT the City of Toronto be asked to inform the Authority what they are proposing to do with regard to disposition of the soil generated within the city boundary, and what action the City of Toronto is taking to set up sites to accommodate such disposition; AND FURTHER THAT municipalities be asked to identify locations within their municipalities for disposal thereof " . Staff prepared and circulated a Fill Quality Control Questionnaire to the member municipalities within the Authority's jurisdiction Of the 21 questionna1res that were returned, 17 stated that the municipality saw a need to monitor the quality of earth fill being disposed of at all inland sites within their jurisdiction and 16 questionnaires stated that the municipality requested assistance in the development of a program to control the quality of fill Municipalit1es were also asked to provide the MTRCA with a list of locations within their jurisdiction, where fill material could be disposed of These locations have been identified on a map Upon meeting with the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) we have been adv1sed that there is a provision in Regulation 702/89, made under the Aggregate Resources Act, that restricts the importation of certain material into licensed pits As a result, the onus is on the licensee and the owner of a licensed property to ensure that "waste" is not deposited at the site In addition, the MOE may require that a soil quality assessment be undertaken to assure that there is no problem with contamination in the fill material One of MNR's conditions for allowing clean fill to be brought onto licensed properties is that Only the importation of "clean fill", as defined by the Ministry of the Environment, will be permitted to be imported onto a licensed property However, because MOE does not have a definition of "clean fill", MNR is left with limited control over the quality of fill material being imported into pits and quarries In addition, once proponents have satisfied the minimum rehabilitation requirements, as stated in their site plans, they could cancel their license This would leave MNR with no jurisdiction over the site Authority staff met with representatives from MOE and outlined our investigation to date MOE has suggested that MTRCA prepare and submit a program proposal for their comments This proposal should include Interim Guidelines which determine the suitability of the material in question, until MOE establishes appropriate guidelines The City of Toronto has informed the Authority that they have no short- term solution to the problem of disposing untested excavated material at th1S time and that this matter 1S still under review However, City Council at its meet1ng on February 25 and 26, 1991, adopted the recommendation from the Commissioner of Public Works and the Environment D-5l WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 12/91. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 5 IMPROVED LAKEFILL QUALITY CONTROL PROGRAM -Inland EXDansion (con't) That due to the lack of suitable alternatives, the current Lakefill Quality Control Programme developed by the Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority be retained City council, at its meeting on February 25 and 26, 1991, requested the Minister of the Environment to a) Assist City council, the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, and representatives of the industry in finding appropriate environmentally sound solutions to the problems of dumping small untested loads; b) Advise City Council if and when revised guidelines for lakefilling will be released The City of Toronto has also st~ted that the establishment and operation of a transfer station is not an economical long term solution as long as testing is not mandatory for the disposal of excavated material at all disposal sites This would require MOE to develop regulations/ guidelines for land disposal of excavated material Without uniform regulations, it becomes an arbitrary decision by the operator of the disposal site to request analytical testing, depending on his concerns about the liability for site clean-up RATIONALE The overall response to the Fill Quality Control Program For Watershed Protection - Municipal Questionnaire has indicated to staff that the majority of municipalities within the Authority's jurisdiction are concerned about the quality of earth fill being disposed of within their municipal boundaries However, there are few guidelines which enable the municipality to control the disposal of fill material on a "quality" basis Some municipalities have recently applied for and received special legislation allowing them to pass by-laws controlling the disposal of fill material within their jurisdiction Although MNR is concerned about former gravel pits, legislation falls short of empowering them with any controls There is an unclear area between the Aggregate Resources Act and the Environmental Protection Act governing soil quality and guidelines As MNR is about to embark on the Abandoned Pit Program, there is an opportunity for a partnership with the MTRCA to monitor the quality of fill being used to rehabilitate abandoned pits and quarries Both MNR and municipalities assume that MOE regulates the quality of fill material that is disposed of at inland locations However, as inert fill is presently excluded from the Environmental Protection Act Part V - Waste Management, there is an opportunity for fill material to be exempt from any controls and still have the potential to contaminate surface and groundwater resources MOE representatives have indicated that they would be receptive of a proposal for a Fill Quality Control Program For Watershed Protection 0-52 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #2/91. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 5 IMPROVED LA~EFILL QUALITY CONTROL PROGRAM -Inland EXDansion (con'tl The appropriate legislation exists within the Conservation Authorities Act which enables the MTRCA to prohibit or regulate the placing of fill in any area over which the Authority has jurisdiction, and where regulation lines have been established, in which the control of flooding or pollution or the conservation of land may be affected by the placing or dumping of fill DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE 1 Responslbility Of The Development Industry Developers, contractors, excavators, truckers and environmental consultants will be advised that soil testing for priority pollutants must be undertaken prior to excavation and the results submitted to MTRCA for verification that the material is clean, prior to disposal 2 Bills Of Ladinq Bills of Lading will be issued by MTRCA and must be completed by the developer's inspector, contractor or excavator and must accompany each load of fill 3 Information Hot Line MTRCA has established, and will continue to operate, an information hot line whereby interested parties can obtain information about disposal guidelines, sites, fees, etc 4 Environmental Control Technicians MTRCA will retain Env~ronmental Control Technicians to administer the program The technicians will review municipal planning decisions, building permit applications, tender advertisements, etc , to obtain advance notice of potential excavation sites and advise owners, contractors, etc , to obtain soil tests and carry out site inspections 5 fundinq Reauirements Revenues to support the Fill Quality Control Program For Watershed Protection will be generated through the sale of Bills of Lading and an application fee 6 Reiection of Material As in the past, material may be rejected and ordered removed from the site at any time based on site and smell inspections 7 Guidelines For Use of Surplus Fill MTRCA will provide suggested interim guidelines to MaE for approval, for use in determining suitable quality of material for (a) Lakefilling, (b) Unrestricted Land Use, (c) Restricted Land Use, (d) Waste 0-53 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 12/91. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 5 IMPROVED LAKEFILL QUALITY CONTROL PROGRAM -Inland Expansion (con't) 8 Clean Up of Hazardous Material MOE will be advised of any locations where contaminant levels in materials, proposed to be excavated, exceed the guidelines for categories (a) , (b) and (c) so that appropriate clean up action can be initiated by the Ministry 9 Monitorinq of Incominq Fill Monitoring of incoming fill will be done on a regular basis and suppliers of contaminated material may face fines and loss of access to disposal sites Techniques for on site testing of some indicator contaminants will be developed 10 Reports Annual reporting and documentation of lakefilling and landfilling activities will be prepared by MTRCA staff 11 Timinq This program will require a lengthy phase-in period to allow the construction industry to adjust to the new controls Municipalities will also require time to receive the necessary legislation allowing them to pass by-laws which require proponents to abide by a fill quality control program However, MTRCA staff could begin implementing this program immediately with those mun1cipalities already in possession of the appropriate legislation which allows them to introduce fill quality controls FINANCIAL DETAILS It is proposed that this program will be self-financing through the sale of the bills of lading and application fees, by the MTRCA FUTURE BENEFITS/PROBLEMS By implementing the Fill Quality Control Program For Watershed Protection, the MTRCA will help to ensure the protection of the water resources within its jurisdiction With increased controls being placed on disposal facilities, the cost to dispose of surplus fill material will be increased through the introduction of soil testing and disposal fees Untested material will be subject to increased restrictions and refusal of access at many sites This could lead to increased occurrences of illegal dumping in rural areas and along road sides Legal advice will be sought as to appropriate indemnifications which can be incorporated into this program to protect the MTRCA from any present or future liability D-54 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 12/91, HELD APRIL 12, 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 6 TOMMY THOMPSON PARK -Cell 1 CaDDinq This item was withdrawn from the agenda. 7. MILNE RESERVOIR FISHING PIER -Town of Markham KEY ISSUE To construct a flshing pier at the Milne Reservoir in the Town of Markham to improve public accessibility for recreational angling opportunitles Res. #35 Moved by: Ron Moran Seconded by: Lois Hancey THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO TRE AUTHORITY THAT staff be directed to enter into an agreement with the Ministry of Natural Resources to construct a fishing pier at t~e Milne Reservoir in the Town of Markham; AND FURTHER THAT the Town of Markham be requested to approve the construction details and site location of the fishing pier and assume responsibility for its maintenance CARRIED BACKGROUND MTRCA, in cooperation with the Ministry of Natural Resources, completed an urban fiShing feasibility study in 1986 Ten inland sites in and around Metro Toronto were chosen for investigation, including the Milne Reservoir The study attempted to provide an indication of the potential use and improvement needs such as facilities and access development for enhanced angling opportunities The study recommended, where possible, sites be made accessible for the physically challenged and urban recreational angling opportunities be expanded The project is in keeping with the strategies and tactics identified in the Maple District Fisheries Management Plan (1988) Furthermore, it would complement the objectives of the Rouge River Fisheries Management Plan presently being completed The Ministry of Natural Resources has proposed the construction and installation of a fishing pier ~t the Milne Reservoir This structure would increase public access, provide increased angling opportunities, facilitate wheelchair access and contribute to the recreational diversity of the parkland 0-55 WATER AND RELATED I,AND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #2/91. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 7 MILNE RESERVOIR FISHING PIER -Town of Markham (con't) The Ministry of Natural Resources would act as the lead agency The MTRCA, as owner of the land, would act as the proponent for implementing the project The site is managed, under agreement, by the Town of Markham so their input and approval would also be obtained for the fishing pier location and design Markham presently supports the concept since it would enhance the recreational program of the area ACTIONS TO BE TAKEN MTRCA would finalize an agreement with MNR to undertake the project MNR, MTRCA and the Town of Markham would finalize the construction details and site location of the pier MTRCA would construct and install the fishing pier Town of Markham would be requested to assume responsibility for maintaining the structure The Milne Dam Conservation Park Liaison Committee would be asked for their input This project would be presented to the Rouge Park Advisory Committee for their information and comments FINANCIAL DETAILS The Ministry of Natural Resources will provide $12,000 from the Sport Fishing Licence revenues to fund the complete project 8. LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT PROJECT 1987-1991 -Ai ax waterfront Area. 1991 DeveloDment Proqram KEY ISSUE Continuation of the development program at Ajax Waterfront, Town of Ajax Res. #36 Moved by: Ron Moran Seconded by: Lois Hancey THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff be directed to proceed with the 1991 development program at Ajax Waterfront Area, Town of Ajax, under the "Lake ontario Waterfront Development Project 1987-1991", at a total cost of $50,000. CARRIED BACKGROUND To date, substantial waterfront areas have been improved to basic park standards and transferred to the Town of Ajax for operation and maintenance In 1991, the priority will be to carry out extensive tree and shrub plantings 0-56 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #2/91. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 8 LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT PROJECT 1987-1991 -A;ax Waterfront Area. 1991 DeveloDment Proqram (con't) DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE staff has completed an in-house design for tree and shrub planting in an area adjacent to the waterfront trail between Bartlett Drlve and Love Crescent Design drawings will be submitted to the Town of Ajax Parks Department and Ajax Waterfront Advisory Committee for approval Total estimated cost for the 1991 planting program to be undertaken by Authority staff is $38,000 For the Authority-owned waterfront lands not yet accepted for maintenance by the Town (lands east of Pickering Beach Road), basic grass cutting and weeding services will be carried out for the year at a total cost of $7,000 Drainage improvements at two sections of existing waterfront trail will be completed at a total cost of $5,000 FINANCIAL DETAILS The total budget for the 1991 development program is $50,000 Funds are available under the "Lake Ontario Waterfront Development Project 1987-1991" in Account No 230-10 and 19 9 PROJECT FOR EROSION CONTROL AND SLOPE STABILIZATION IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO 1987-1991 -Guildwood Parkway Erosion Control Proiect. Scarborouqh KEY ISSUE Continuation of the construction of shoreline erosion control works along the Guildwood Parkway sector of the Scarborough Bluffs, City of Scarborough Res. #37 Moved by Ron Moran Seconded by Lois Hancey THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff be directed to proceed with the next phase of construction of the Guildwood Parkway Erosion Control Project, City of Scarborough, under the "Project for Erosion Control and Slope Stabilization in the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto 1987-1991", at a total cost of $300,000 CARRIED BACKGROUND The $2 1 million Guildwood Parkway Erosion Control Project was approved by the Authority in 1988 and construction got underway in September of the same year By the end of 1990, a total of $804,600 had been spent on the design and construction of 382 metres of armoured revetment 0-57 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #2/91. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 9 PROJECT FOR EROSION CONTROL AND SLOPE STABILIZATION IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO 1987-1991 -Guildwood Parkway Erosion Control Proiect. Scarborouah (con'tl DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE During 1991, staff proposes to construct an additional 130 metres of revetment at a total estimated cost of $300,000 Construction and supervision of all work will be carried out by Authority staff utilizing the annual equipment supply contractor The supply and delivery of quarry stone will be tendered in accordance with the Authority's Purchasing Policy All imported earth fill used to construct the revetment core will be accepted and mo~itored in accordance to the Lakefill Quality Control Program Only clean earth fill material meeting the "open water" classification will be placed in the open lake FINANCIAL DETAILS The total budget to carry out the 1991 erosion control works is $300,000 The cost estimates for the erosion component of the work are Labour $ 60,000 Material $120,000 Equipment $llO,OOO contingencies $ 10,000 TOTAL COST $300,000 Funds are available for the Guildwood Parkway Erosion Control Project under "The Project for Erosion Control Slope Stabilization in the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto 1987-1991" in Account No 135-01 and 135-03 10 PROJECT FOR EROSION CONTROL AND SLOPE STABILIZATION IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO 1987-1991 -Kinasburv Crescent Erosion Control proiect. Scarborouah KEY ISSUE Continuation of the construction of shoreline erosion control works along the KingSbury Crescent sector of the Scarborough Bluffs, City of Scarborough Res. #38 Moved by: Ron Moran Seconded by: Lois Hancey THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff be directed to proceed with the next phase of construction of the Kingsbury Crescent Erosion Control project under the "Project for Erosion Control and Slope Stabilization in the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto 1987-1991", at a total cost of $350,000 CARRIED 0-58 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 12/91. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 10. PROJECT FOR EROSION CONTROL AND SLOPE STABILIZATION IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF HETROPOLITAN TORONTO 1987-1991 -Kinqsburv Crescent Erosion Control Proiect. Scarborouqh (con't) BACKGROUND Construction of shoreline erosion control work along the Kingsbury Crescent sector of the Scarborough Bluffs has been ongoing since 1980; however, delays in finallzing property agreements resulted in no construction activity for the period 1982-1986 To date, a total of $1,013,000 has been spent on design studies, construction of approximately 403 metres of offshore armoured revetment and slope stabilization works DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE During 1991, staff propose to construct an additional 70 metres of offshore armoured revetment and complete partial slope stabilization work (Figure 1) Construction and supervlsion will be carried out by Authority field staff utilizing the annual equipment supply contractor The supply and delivery of quarry stone will be tendered in accordance to the Authority's purchasing policy FINANCIAL DETAILS The total budget to carry out the 1991 erosion control works is $350,000 The cost estimates for the various components of work are Labour $ 50,000 Materials 60,000 Equipment 120,000 Contingencles 10,000 Access Restoration, Slope Stabilization Agreements 110.000 TOTAL COSTS $350,000 Funds are available for the Kingsbury Crescent Erosion Control Project under the "Project for Erosion Control and Slope Stabilization in the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto 1987-1991", in Account No 131-01 11. PROJECT FOR EROSION CONTROL AND SLOPE STABILIZATION IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO 1987-1991 -South Marine Drive Erosion Control proiect. Scarborouqh KEY ISSUE Continuation of slope stabilization works along the South Marine Drive sector of the Scarborough Bluffs, City of Scarborough Res. #39 Moved by: Ron Moran Seconded by Lois Hancey THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff be directed to proceed with the next phase of slope stabilization as part of the South Marine Drive Erosion Control Project under the "Project for Erosion Control and Slope Stabilization in the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto 1987-1991", at a total cost of $100,000 CARRIED 0-59 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 12/91. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 11 PROJECT FOR EROSION CONTROL AND SLOPE STABILIZATION IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO 1987-1991 -South Marine Drive Erosion Control Pro;ect. Scarborouah (con'tl BACKGROUND In 1984, the Authority received the neceRsary approvals and funding to commence the initial stage of construction of shoreline erosion control work for the South Marine Drive design sector A total length of 1010 metres of offshore armoured revetment was completed by 1988 at a total cost of $1 6 million Slope stabilization and drainage control work commenced in 1988 and by the end of 1990, a total of $740,000 had been spent on stabilizing the lower portion of the bluffs DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE During 1991, staff proposes to complete the slope stabilization work which includes drainage measures, filling and final grading A major emphasis this year will be to complete the landscape rehabilitation of the site which will include plantings, seeding and habitat rehabilitation Construction and supervision of all work will be carried out by Authority staff utilizing the annual equipment supply contractor All imported earth fill required as part of the final grading will be accepted and monitored in accordance to the Improved Lakefill Quality Control Program FINANCIAL DETAILS The total budget to carry out the 1991 slope stabilization and rehabilitation works is $100,000 The cost estimates for the various components of the work are Labour 30,000 Materials 20,000 Equipment 45,000 Contingencies 5.000 TOTAL COST $100,000 Funds will be available under the "Project for Erosion Control and Slope Stabilization in the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto 1987-1991", in Account No 134-14 12 THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO VALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION PROJECT 1992-1996 KEY ISSUE The approval of the five year Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto valley and Shoreline Regeneration Project 1992-1996 Res. #40 Moved by: Joyce Trimmer Seconded by Bev Salmon THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto Valley and Shoreline Regeneration project 1"2-1996, Appendix WR 175 herewith, proposing annual funding of $1,500,000, be approved; THAT the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto be designated as the benefiting municipality on the basis set forth within the project; 0-60 WATER AND RELATED LAND HAN~GEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #2/91. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 12 THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO VALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION PROJECT 1992-1996 (con'tl THAT the Province of Ontario be requested to approve the project and a grant of 55% of the cost thereof; THAT, pursuant to Section 24 of the Conservation Authorities Act, approval of the Ontario Municipal Board be requested; AND FURTHER THAT when approved, the appropriate Authority officials be authorized to take whatever action is required in connection with the project, including the execution of any documents CARRIED BACKGROUND The current Project for Erosion Control and Slope Stabilization in the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto expires at the end of 1991 and, therefore, in order to continue to meet the erosion control remedial work objectives of the Watershed Plan, it is proposed to initiate a five year project The project has been renamed to reflect the ecosystem approach to Authority programming FINANCIAL DETAILS The proJect has been prepared in accordance with multi-year capital forecasts as submitted to Metropolitan Toronto The total cost of the five year project is $7,500,000 and the yearly costs wlll be funded as follows Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto share $ 675,000 Province of Ontario share S 825.000 Total Annual Cost $1,500,000 13. THE GREENSPACE PROTECTION AND ACOUISITION PROJECT 1992-1996 KEY ISSUE The approval of toe five year Greenspace Protection and Acquisition Project 1992-1996 Res. #41 Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by Bev Salmon THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the Greenspace Protection and Acquisition Project 1992-1996, Appendix WR.203 herewith, proposing annual funding of $5,000,000 be approved; THAT the Regional Municipalities of Peel, York, Durham, the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, and the Townships of Adjala and Mono be designated as the benefiting municipalities on the basis set forth in the project; 0-61 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 12/91. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 13. THE GREENSPACE PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT 1992-1996 THAT the Province of ontario be requested to approve the project and a grant of 50% of the cost thereof; THAT pursuant to Section 24 of the Conservation Authorities Act, approval of the Ontario Municipal Board be requested; AND FURTHER THAT when approved, the appropriate Authority officials be authorized to take wha~ever action is required in connection with the project, including the execution of any documents. CARRIED BACKGROUND The current "Hazard and Conservation Land Acquisition Project within the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto" and the general "Land Acquisition Project" expire at the end of 1991 To continue to meet the conservation of land objectives of the Watershed Plan and the Greenspace strategy, it is proposed to initiate a five year project The project has been renamed to reflect the ecosystem approach to Authority programming FINANCIAL DETAILS The total cost of the five year project is $25,000,000 and the yearly costs will be funded as follows Authority share $2,500,000 Province of ontario share $2.500.000 TOTAL ANNUAL COST $5,000,000 The project is proposed to be generally benefiting with all member municipalities contributing to the Authority's share based on equalized assessment 14. LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT 19'2-1994 KEY ISSUE Approval of the Lake Ontario Waterfront Regeneration Project 1992-1994 for the continuation of land acquisition and waterfront regeneration activities in this interim period Res. 142 Moved by: Ron Moran Seconded by: Lois Griffin THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT The Lake ontario Waterfront Regeneration project, 1992-1'94, Appendix WR.219 herewith, proposing annual funding of $3,100,000 for continuation of acquisition of land and waterfront regeneration activities in this interim period within Metropolitan Toronto and the Region of Durham be approved; THAT the Municipalities of Metropolitan Toronto and the Region of Durham be requested to approve the project and the annual levies set forward therein; - D-62 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 12/91. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 14. LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT 1992-1994 (con't> THAT the Province of Ontario be requested to approve the project and a grant of 50\ of the cost thereof; THAT pursuant to Section 24 of the Conservation Authorities Act, approval of the Ontario Municipal Doard be requested; AND FURTHER THAT when approved, the appropriate Authority officials be authorized to take whatever action is required in connection with the project, including the execution of any documents. CARRIED BACKGROUND Technical and funding approvals of the Authority's ongoing waterfront development activities have been initiated through the adoption of a five- year development project by the Authority, the member municipalities and the Ministry of Natural Resources Separate projects covering the periods 1972-1976, 1977-1981, 1982-1986 and 1987-1991 have all been approved at appropriate times in the past by all required levels of government These projects reflected the initiatives outlined in the Lake Ontario Waterfront Development Program which was based on the 1967 Waterfront Plan prepared by the Metropolitan Toronto Planning Board A new interim project for the period 1992-1994 has now been prepared for consideration of the Authority, the municipalities of Metropolitan Toronto and the Region of Durham and the Province of Ontario The contents of the project have been reviewed with the Metropolitan Toronto Waterfront Committee and appropriate senior Region of Durham Officials Metropolitan Toronto Waterfront Committee supports the approach outlined in this project The Region of Durham officials support the project and funding formula RATIONALE The interim project will support Metropolitan Toronto's planning efforts over the next three years which will culminate in a new Metropolitan Waterfront Plan and Officlal Plan In essence, the Authority sees the project as an interim or bridging project to complete some important ongoing work until longer term plans are finalized The interim project also recognizes that the final report of the Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront, expected in December 1991, will contain recommendations which will affect future action by the Province of Ontario and Metropolitan Toronto This lnterim project provides for the development of new Partnership Agreements over this timeframe and allows the Authority, Metropolitan Toronto and the Region of Durham the flexibility to recognize any new agreements in subsequent projects 0-63 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 12/91. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 14. LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT 1992-1'94 (con'tl FUNDING The project proposes annual total expenditures of $3,100,000 Under this level of expenditure, the annual funding schedule would be as follows Province of ontario $1,550,000 Municipality of Metro Toronto $1,475,000 Region of Durham 75.000 $3,100,000 It is proposed that 50% of the funds be provided as grants by the Ministry of Natural Resources The municipal portion of the funds are proposed to be raised from Metropolitan Toronto and the Region of Durham in accordance with the formula established during the review of the Authority in 1984 Under the proposed new formula, the annual allocation of the Region of Durham for works or acquisition in Durham will be matched by Metropolitan Toronto Metropolitan Toronto will pay the entire municipal portion of costs for works or acquisition within Metropolitan Toronto WORK TO BE DONE Upon approval by the Authority, the project will be forwarded to the Ministry of Natural Resources, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and the Region of Durham for approval Pursuant to Section 24 of the Conservation Authorities Act approval of the ontario Municipal Board will be requested 15. DON VALLEY BRICKWORKS KEY ISSUE A request by Metropolitan Toronto that the Authority adopt a Special Project for the implementation of the proposed development plan for the Don Valley Brickworks Res. #43 Move4 by: Ron Moran Secon4ed by: Lois Hancey THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the revise4 Don Valley Brickworks Concept Plan, as submitted by Metropolitan Toronto, be approved; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directe4 to prepare a project for the implementation of the plan, on the basis of a total cost estimate of approximately $3,500,000 to be share4 equally by Metropolitan Toronto and the Province of ontario over a ~our-year peri04, such allocations to be in a44ition to the funding of other approve4 Authority projects. AMENDMENT Move4 by: Lois Griffin Res. 144 Secon4e4 by: Bev Salmon THAT the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto be a4vised that the Authority proposes to request provincial fun4ing for the Don valley Brickworks Concept Plan as a4ditional fun4ing and, therefore, 40es not expect that other proqrams or projects of the Authority will be 4elayed or delete4 in order to accomm04ate this request. THE AMENDMENT WAS... . . . . . . . . . . . . ...... . . . .....CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED D-64 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #2/91. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 15. DON VALLEY BRICKWOR~S (con'tl BACKGROUND The MTRCA acquired the property known as the Don Valley Brickworks in 1989 In accordance with the 1972 agreement between Metropolitan Toronto and the Authority, the lands were turned over to Metropolitan Toronto for management Metropolitan Toronto established a planning committee under Chairman, Councillor Peter Oyler to develop a plan for the site An ambit~ous but sensitive development plan was prepared for the site based on public and special interest group input The plan proposed restoration of some of the existing buildings in recognition of the significant history of the site in the development of the Toronto region The plan also proposed an extensive restoration of the former quarry to develop unique gardens and wetlands while preserving the significant geological feature on the north face The total estimated cost of the plan was $25,000,000 Metropolitan Toronto Council subsequently decided that the cost of the plan was too high for full implementation at this time The plan was reviewed and a revised concept was prepared which concentrated on the rehabilitation of the quarry while leaving the restoration of the buildings and proposed creation of a wetland habitat as future options The joint report by Councillor Oyler and the Commissioner of Parks and Property described the proposed plan as follows The revised plan focuses on the quarry area, retaining the Master Plan's dual emphasis on environmental rehabilitation and the protection of the site's geological resources Environmental rehabilitation of the quarry will be achieved mostly through the establishment of appropriate plant materials A variety of gardens--butterfly garden, hummingbird garden, wildlife habitat garden, wildflower meadow, fossil garden, wet scree garden, and so on- will create an interesting diversity for visitors to the quarry bottom, as well as demonstrate how native and naturalized plant species can be used to enhance and diversify habitat Shrubs and trees will be planted on the quarry to augment natural regeneration processes already underway; vegetation on quarry walls, particularly the east ridge, will reduce soil erosion and contribute to slope stability The internationally significant North Slope will not be altered Access to the North Slope will be controlled to help protect this geological resource Public viewing and interpretation of the North Slope will be possible from the quarry bottom, behind a barrier thicket More intense use of the North Slope, requiring direct access, will be limited, that is, to scientific professionals conducting geological research Visitors will also have the chance to appreciate the site's geological heritage at interpretive stations along the west wall Looped paths and open meadow areas will provide visitors ample opportunity to stroll through the quarry Access to the site will be from Bayview Avenue, where the existing entrance will be modified to allow for a limited amount of parking for both cars and buses Bicycle parking will be provided further into the quarry The T T C has indicated the attendance potential of the proposed plan would not warrant regular transit service to the site; however, they are willing to review service needs when the Brickworks is open to the public 0-65 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 12/91. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 15. DON VALLEY BRICKWORKS (con't) This plan, for the quarry area, differs mostly from the earlier submitted Master Plan in that the proposed diversion of Mud Creek into the quarry has been omitted The original proposal would have used water from Mud Creek to create a stream, pond and wetland areas in the quarry These features would improve the quality of Mud Creek's water before it enters the Don River ^lthough a worthwhile component, this single item is quite expensive (over $1,100,000), and has been omitted, at this time, to reduce the cost of the project If, however, other levels of government, or private interests, agree to help fund the project, this item should be reconsidered Another element of the Master Drainage Plan, not continued in this revised plan, is the network of trails and outlooks along the East and South Ridges In its place is a simpler trail which uses an existing road, and only two outlooks The revised plan ~s ~stimated to cost $3,500,000,00 (1990) and could be implemented over three to four years, depending on funding Overall, the proposed revisions to the Master Plan are reasonable The revised plan can be the basis of an interesting and unique park for Metropolitan Toronto The proposal changes do not detract from the quarry's potential as a park area, nor do they significantly diminish the opportunities to demonstrate environmental rehabilitation or the presentation of the site's geological heritage Finally, the revised plan does not preclude returning to various components of the Master Plan, should funding become available At its meeting on February 27, 1991, Metropolitan Toronto Council adopted the following resolution It is recommended that 1 the revised Don Valley Brickworks plan, herein, submitted, be approved as the plan to guide development of the property; 2 this plan be submitted to the Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority requesting that the Authority adopt it as a "special status" project, for purposes of obtaining Provincial Government funding for its implementation, and that a further report be submitted when this request is resolved and, further, that the Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority be requested to report on what programs or projects, if any, will be delayed or deleted in order to accommodate this request; and It is further recommended that a) no Metropolitan Toronto monies be committed pending the resolution of the funding sources; b) once the funding or lack of funding from the Province of Ontario has been ascertained, the commissioner of Parks and Property be requested to report thereon to the Parks, Recreation and Property Committee; and D-66 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING /2/'1. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 15. DON VALLEY BRICKWORKS (con'tl c) before any action is taken to develop the site in any fashion, the Parks, Recreation and Property committee be requested to recommend a course of action to the Metropolitan Council for the development of the property 3 the Don Valley Brickworks Planning Committee continue as an advisor to the Commissioner of Parks and Property, during the implementation of the project; 4 a lease extension with Brampton Brick Ltd be negotiated, the details of such lease to be reported to the Parks, Recreation and Property Committee for consideration; and 5 the appropriate Metropolitan Officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect thereto Subsequently, Brampton Brick Ltd advised the Authority and Metropolitan Toronto that the Company is no longer interested in extending its lease of the site and will vacate the premises in Mayor June of 1991 This raises an immediate security concern for the site and buildings which is being addressed by Metropolitan Toronto RATIONALE This section of the report deals with the suitability of the plan and the appropriateness of the Authority seeking funding from the Province for implementation The plan is very suitable for the site The scale of the development has been kept to a minimum in recognition of the flood susceptibility of the site The proposed improvements are complementary to other initiatives to restore the lower Don River Valley Careful attention has been paid to protection of the significdnt geological record on the north face while stlll allowing public access throughout most of the site The proposed planting in the former quarry will create a unique setting which should attract many visitors The earlier plan for the site proposed a large wetland as a means of treatment of runoff from the adjacent watercourse known as "Mud Creek" The proposal represented a significant opportunity to improve the water quality of drainage from a large urban area This part of the plan has been deferred due to cost considerations but if the Authority chooses to seek provincial funding for the project, consideration should be given to including the wetland feature The question of Authority involvement in securing funding for park development in the valley system within Metropolitan Toronto is new Traditionally, the Authority's role has been to secure title to the valley corridors and deal with major flooding and erosion control concerns Metropolitan Toronto is now asking for Authority participation in the development of a park feature within the valley Such a role is similar to the involvement of the Authority in creating new parks along the Metropolitan Toronto Waterfront D-67 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 12/91. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 15. DON VALLEY BRICKWORKS (con't) There are strong arguments for provincial financial involvement through the Authority The site is a former quarry in need of restoration which is within the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Natural Resources The north face is a geological feature of international importance which is of concern to several provincial ministries Restoration of the site could address many of the objectives of the remedial action plan for the Toronto Waterfront which is under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of the Environment The plan is of a scale and character that could achieve significant tourism benefits In general, the plan addresses many of the common concerns and collective visions of the Authority, the Lower Don Task Force, the Crombie Commission, the Kanter Report and general provincial interest in restoring urban environments DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE If the Authority is prepared to proceed with a project, staff would prepare a project document based on the revised concept plan as submitted by Metropolitan Toronto Discussions would be required with the Province to determine the appropriate contact Ministry, but the submission would probably be made to the Minister of Natural Resources following adoption of the project by the Authority FINANCIAL DETAILS The project will need to outline the proposed funding At this time, it appears that the recommended funding would be the same as the Waterfront project which is shared equally by the Province and Metropolitan Toronto The Project would also provide for pursuing grants related to federal or other initiatives which would be applicable given the environmental enhancement objectives of the plan 16 PROJECT FOR THE ACQUISITION OF THE CANADA POST PROPERTY -1400 Lakeshore Road East. Mississauaa Res. #45 Moved by: Joyce Trimmer Seconded by: Bev Salmon THAT the Board move into closed session to consider this item. CARRIED The Board rose from closed session KEY ISSUB Adoption of a Project to acquire 38 768 acres of waterfront land in Mississauga from Canada Post corporation Res. 146 Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Bev Salmon THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the "Project for the Acquisition ot the Canada Post Property", Appendix WR.263 herewith, be adopted; THAT the Province ot Ontario be requested to approve the project, including provision of a grant tor 50\ ot the purchase price and associated costs; 0-68 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #2/91. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 16 PROJECT FOR THE ACQUISITION OF THE CANADA POST PROPERTY -1400 Lakeshore Road East. Mississauaa (con't) THAT the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto be requested to approve the project and agree to a levy of 25\ of the purchase price and associated costs; THAT the Regional Municipality of Peel be requested to approve the project and agree to a levy of 25\ of the purchase price and associated costs; THAT, pursuant to Section 24 of the Conservation Authorities Act, the approval of the ontario Municipal Board be requested; THAT Authority officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to complete the transaction including the execution of the necessary documents; THAT upon closing of the transaction, staff be directed to coordinate a detailed planning study of the property with the involvement of Metropolitan Toronto, the Region of Peel, the City of Mississauga, the City of Etobicoke, the Province of Ontario and such individuals and groups who have an interest in the site; THAT staff be directed to report to the Authority upon completion of the study with respect to the proposed plan and the recommended arrangements for development, operation and maintenance of the site; AND FURTHER THAT the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto be requested to accept the site for operation and maintenance, under the Waterfront Agreement, immediately upon receipt of vacant possession of the property in 1993. CARRIED BACKGROUND The Authority has expressed interest in acquiring at least a portion of the Canada Post Lands (former Canadian Arsenals property) since the early stages of the Waterfront Plan in 1970 Canada Post initiated planning studies ln 1988 with a view to selling the lands for development At Meeting 17/90 held on October 19, 1990, the MTRCA adopted the following resolution Res. #215 THAT the request from the City of Mississauga, adopted by Council at its meeting on August 15, 1990, "That The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority be requested to negotiate the acquisition of the Canada Post property located at 1400 Lakeshore Road East (formerly known as the Canadian Arsenal Ltd property), as a significant land base for the establishment of a waterfront park of regional significance", be received; AND FURTHER THAT Authority staff continue the preliminary negotiations which have been in progress in conjunction with officials of the City of Mississauga, the Regional Municipality of Peel, the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and the Province of ontario, to negotiate a suitable agreement for the acquisition of the property and a funding formula for the costs involved - - - D-69 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #2/91. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 16 PROJECT FOR THE ACQUISITION OF THE CANADA POST PROPERTY -1400 Lakeshore Roa~ East. Mississauaa (con't) Negotiations have involved officials of the Authority, the Region of Peel, City of Mississauga, Metropolitan Toronto, the offices of the Premier's Special Advisor on the Waterfront and the Greater Toronto Area The Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront has also been involved A number of appraisals and opinions of value have been prepared for both Canada Post and for MTRCA A three stage environmental audit of the property was undertaken by a consultant for Canada Post A conditional offer to purchase has been made by the Authority to Canada Post at a price of $16,000,000 It is anticipated that taxes and other ancillary costs will increase the total cost of the acquisition to $18,000,000 RATIONALE This section of the report deals with the suitability of the site for a waterfront park, the appropriateness of ownership of the site by MTRCA, and the cost of acquisition Potential of the site as a Waterfront Park The site has many advantages as a waterfront park It is readily accessible to residents of the region by major road and transit facilities It is immediately adjacent to the existing Marie Curtis waterfront park and could readily be incorporated into that established park framework A portion of the property is a woodlot which straddles the boundary of the site with both Marie Curtis Park and the Water Pollution Control Plant It provides a rare opportunity to link a major public open space on the lake with Lakeshore Boulevard and the surrounding community It is large enough to accommodate a range of waterfront oriented uses The waterfront in the Metro area has been the subject of several studies over the last two years and all have recommended acquisition of this property by MTRCA or another public agency The report by the Royal Commission, "Watershed", in October 1990, in recommendation 42 (j) supported "transferring the Canadian Arsenals property from Canada Post Corporation to an appropriate conservation agency, by means of a land exchange so it can be managed as part of Marie Curtis Park " The Royal Commission's recommendations have been endorsed by all levels of government with particular support from the Province of Ontario The proposed draft plan for the Mississauga Waterfront issued by the City of Mississauga in June 1990 and titled "Vision 2020" contained the following statement on page 93 liThe Canada Post property should be acquired by the City or the MTRCA The 15 ha site has no lake frontage, but combined with Marie curtis Park west of Etobicoke Creek and parts of the Lakeview Sewage Treatment Plant property, represents an opportunity to create a major waterfront park of regional significance " D-70 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #2/91. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 16. PROJECT FOR THE ACQUISITION OF THE CANADA POST PROPERTY -1400 Lakeshore Road East. Mississauaa (con't) Metropolitan Toronto, in the early stages of preparation of the new Waterfront Plan has recognized the potential of the property as a rare opportunity for a major regional public open space on the lakeshore While the site has many attributes as a waterfront park location, a full study of the site with all interested and affected parties would be required to determine a sound long term plan Ownershio BY MTRCA There are several factors to consider in determining the lead role to acquire, develop and manage the site The site straddles the boundary between MTRCA and Credit Valley Conservation Authority (CVCA) with a portion of the lands actually within the CVCA watershed The site would be a logical extension to the existing Marie Curtis Park which is owned by MTRCA and managed by Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Property Department; however, the site is located in Mississauga The provincial contribution may be realized by sale of lands elsewhere in The Greater Toronto Area These peculiarities simply highlight the recommendation from the Crombie Commission report that partnership agreements are essential to achieve broad public interests on the waterfront The basis of a partnership agreement has been struck to acquire this property and MTRCA is the vehicle to achieve the desired result The MTRCA reviewed the matter with CVCA officials and determined that MTRCA should take the lead given MTRCA's role in waterfront development and ownership of the adjacent Marie Curtis Park The City of Mississauga had earlier designated the site for open space use in the City's Official Plan The Region of Peel recognized the regional significance of the site and, with the strong support of Mississauga, appears ready to proceed Metropolitan Toronto officials recognize the value of the site to Metro residents as a major waterfront park within the context of the proposed new vision of the Metropolitan Toronto Waterfront Plan Cost of the site The value of the site is substantiated by independent appraisals Canada Post is intending to relocate in Mississauga to another site with appropriate industrial zoning Canada Post was originally expecting much higher compensation for the site based on anticipated high density residential use of the property and have, in fact, expended substantial funds on legal costs and other consultant reports in preparation for obtaining suitable rezoning and Official Plan Amendment under the current Official Plan for the area If Canada Post wishes to develop the lands for some other use, and public bodies are unable or unwilling to purchase the lands, a request for an Official Plan Amendment by Canada Post must be considered by the municipality - - D-71 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 12/91. HELD APRIL 12. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 16. PROJECT FOR THE ACQUISITION OF THE CANADA POST PROPERTY -1400 Lakeshore Road East. Mississauqa (con't) WORK TO BE DONE Upon adoption of the project by the Authority, staff will request the necessary approvals from the Province of Ontario, the Regional Municipality of Peel and Metropolitan Toronto An independent environmental audit of the property will be undertaken by a consultant for MTRCA to verify the extent of any required clean up and to confirm that the clean up by Canada Post is completed satisfactorily As noted earlier, a detailed plan for development and operation of the site would be prepared under the coordination of MTRCA 17. RELEASE OF CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION This item withdrawn from the agenda TERMINATION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 1 30 pm, Apr il 12, 1991 Don Jackson W.A. McLean Chairman Secretary-Treasurer IL ~ , the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority minutes 0-72 WATER AND RELATED LAND 17-APRIL-1991 #3/91 MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD The Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board met in the Council Chambers, Pickering civic Centre Complex on Wednesday evening, April 17, 1991 The Chairman called the meeting to order at 7 30 P m PRESENT Chairman Don Jackson vice Chairman Lois Griffin Members Lois Hancey Bev Salmon Joyce Trimmer Kip Van Kempen ABSENT Member rIa Bossons Roger Hollander Blake Kinahan Ron Moran Maja prontice MINUTES Res. #47 Moved by Kip Van Kempen Seconded by Lois Griffin THAT the adoption of Minutes of Meeting 12/91 be deferred to the next meeting of the Water and Related Land Manag~ment Advisory Board CARRIED The Board had before it a staff report recommending the proposed concept plan for the Frenchman's Bay West Park and the Lake ontario Waterfront Acquisition Boundary Amendment DELEGATIONS The following delegations were heard in connection with the Frenchman's Bay West Park Concept Plan and the Lake Ontario Waterfront Acquisition Boundary Amendment 1 Zbig Noworolski 2 Margaret Hilpert 3 Greg Foster 4 David Clutton 5 Bill Mertens 6 Laurie Parlette, Sandbar Windsurfing Club 7 John Darling, Toronto Boardsailing Club 8 Brad Kubota 9 Hazen Marr, Frenchman's Bay Yacht Club 10 Peter Gooch 11 Thomas Fitzpatrick 12 Martin Kraty 13 Eric Morton 14 Brian Rhodes 15 Paul White, Fairport Beach Ratepayers' Association 16 Rob Wyers D-73 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #3/91. HELD APRIL 17. 1991 DELEGATIONS (con' tl 17 Frank wick, Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters 18 Doug Dickerson, Pickering Regional Councillor, Ward 2 19 Bob Mitchell, Pickering Regional Councillor, Ward 1 20 Peter Gorecki, Ice Wind Surfing Association of Canada 21 John Brickenden 22 Terri Campbell 23 Geo Hardsand 24 Alex Lau 25 Joan Hurlock 26 Z Wall CORRESPONDENCE Some of the delegations provided copies of their comments and, as well, additional written submissions were received by the Authority 1 patricia Marr 2 Peter Wood, Canadian Yachting Association 3 Peter Gooch 4 John Darling, Toronto Boardsailing Club 5 Hazen Marr, Frenchman's Bay Yacht Club 6 J Wiersma, General Manager, Pickering Hydro 7 Margaret Hilpert 8 Frank wick, ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters 9 Geo Hardsand 10 Zpyg Nowski 11 Petition with 200 names submitted by Greg Foster Councillor Bev Salmon suggested that Board Members make a site visit of Frenchman's Bay prior to the next meeting of the Board Res ./48 Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Kip Van Kempen THAT the Board's consideration of the recommendations for (1) Frenchman's Bay West Park Concept Plan (Revised April 5, 1991) and (2) Lake ontario Waterfront Acquisition Boundary Amendment be deferred until the next meetinq of the Water and Related Land Manaqement Advisory Board scheduled for May 24, 1991. THAT the written submissions the Board heard, toqether with the petitions, be included as part of the aqenda material for the Board when considerinq these items; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to prepare a report on all the public submissions for the Board's consideration at its meeting on May 24, 1991 CARRIED TERMINATION The meeting terminated at 10 30 pm, April 17, 1991 Don Jackson W. A. McLean Chairman Secretary-Treasurer ~ , the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority minutes D-74 WATER AND RELATED LAND 24-MAY-1991 #4/91 MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD The Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board met in Black Creek pioneer village Visitors Centre on Friday, May 24, 1991 The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 05 a m PRESENT Chairman Don Jackson Vice Chairman Lois Griffin Members Ila Bossons Lois Hancey Roger Hollander Blake Kinahan Ron Moran Bev Salmon Joyce Trimmer Kip Van Kempen Chairman of the Authority John McGinnis ABSENT Member Maja Prentice MINUTES Res. #47 Moved by: Joyce Trimmer Seconded by: Roger Hollander THAT the Minutes of Meeting 12/91 be approved CARRIED Re.. 148 Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Lob Griffin THAT the Minutes of Meeting 13/91 be approved CARRIED CORRESPONDBNCE Res. #49 Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Joyce Trimmer Frenchman's Bav West Park Conceot Plan THAT the letter from Mr Brian McCormack, dated May 23, 1991 be received CARRIBD D-75 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 14/91. HELD MAY 24. 1991 CORRESPONDENCE Res. #50 Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Roger Hollander THAT the letter from Metropolitan Toronto Clerk's Department dated May 9, 1991, advising that Metropolitan Toronto is establishing a new protocol for dealing with waterfront issues, be received and that staff report back CARRIED PRESENTATION Mr Larry Field, Manager, Waterfront Planning, Engineering and Development Section, Water Resource Division, and Rick Moore of Moore/George Associates Inc gave a presentation on the Frenchman's Bay West Concept Plan DELEGATIONS Res. 151 Moved by: Bev Salmon Seconded by: Lois Griffin THAT the following delegations on the Frenchman's Bay West Concept Plan be heard: Mr Greg Foster, windsurfer Mr Zbig Noworolski, Park user Mr Tom Fitzpatrick, Resident Mrs Margaret Hilpert, Resident Mr Hazen Marr, Commodore, Frenchman's Bay Yacht Club Mr Eric Morton, Resident CARRIED D-76 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 14/91. HELD MAY 24. 1'91 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 1. FRENCHMAN'S BAY WEST PARK CONCEPT PLAN - Town of Pickerina KEY ISSUE To recommend approval of the Frenchman's Bay West Park Concept Plan to the Authority for the area adjacent to the southwest corner of Frenchman's Bay designated "Special study Area" in Amendment Number 13 to the Pickering \ District Plan (Fairport Community) Res. #52 Moved by: John McGinnis Seconded by: Kip Van Xe.pen THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the Fr.nchman's Bay w.st Park Conc.pt Plan (R.vised May 15, 1"1) b. approv.d; THAT the Frenchman's Bay w.st Park Plan Conc.pt (R.vis.d May 15, 19'1) b. submitted to the Mini.try of the Environm.nt for approval in accordanc. with the Environm.ntal Ass.ssment Act; THAT the Town of Pickering, Planning D.part..nt b. r.qu.st.d to prepare a.end..nts to thr.. Pick.ring planning docum.nt.: Th. Fr.nchman'. Bay and Shor.lin. Ar.a co..unity Plan, Th. Fr.nchman'. Bay and Shor.lin. Ar.a D.v.lop..nt Plan and zoning By-law 2511 to r.f1.ct the Fr.nchman's Bay W..t Park Plan Concept (R.vised May 15, 19'1); AND THAT the Town of Pick.ring, the Regional Municipality of Durha., the Royal Coaaission on the Futur. of the Toronto Wat.rfront, the Mini.try of Municipal Affairs, the pre.ier's Advisor - Toronto Wat.rfront Dev.lop.ent and the Ministry of the Environment - Environm.ntal As......nt Branch b. advised of the above actions. MOTION Mov.d by: Ila Bossons S.cond.d by: Ron Moran THAT boat storage be d.l.ted fro. the Conc.pt Plan. THE MOTION WAS............... ..... . ........... NOT CARRIED AMENDMBNT 11 Res. 153 Mov.d by: Blak. Kinahan S.cond.d by: B.v Sal.on That a p.rc.ntag. of wint.r boat storage ar.a, provid.d for in the plan, b. allocat.d for us. by the public. AMENDMENT #1 WAS............. .................. . CARRI ED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS. .. ....... . ...CARRIED D-77 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #4191. HELD HAY 24. 1"1 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 1. FRENCHMAN'S BAY WEST PARK CONCEPT PLAN - TOwn of pickerina (contd. ) BACKGROUND On July 27, 1990, the Authority adopted the following resolution Res. #164 "THAT staff be directed to retain consultants to carry out the preparation of a Waterfront Park Plan for the area designated "Special study Area" at Frenchman's Bay as a basis to amend the Pickering District Plan (Fairport Community) at an estimated cost of $30,000 subject to approval of terms of reference by the Ministry of Natural Resources " In Amendment Number 13 to the Pickering District Plan as approved by the ontario Municipal Board on November 14, 1984, the following policy statement applies to the lands designated as "special study Area' "The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority shall be encouraged to continue its land acquisition program in the area The lands acquired should be used to protect the environmental qualities of Frenchman's Bay and its shoreline as well as to provide recreational opportunities of regional significance The Authority lands should be developed according to plans prepared by the Authority in consultation with the Town of Pickering At this time, lands lying east of West Shore Boulevard and south of Sunrise Avenue shall be designated as a "Special Study Area " The Town shall enter into discussions with affected land owners in this area regarding the Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's proposal to establish a park Following these discussions, land use designations and policies for this area shall be established by an amendment to this plan " To carry out the study the Authority retained the consulting firm of Moore/George and Associates Throughout the study, this firm worked closely with a Liaison Group with representation from the Town of Pickering, Planning and Community Services and Facilities Departments, and the MTRCA The Park Concept Plan study was setup in three phases with the initial phase for data collection and analysis, the second phase for the generation of alternative concepts and the final phase for the preparation of the Park Concept Plan The public consultation opportunities included an open house on November 14, 1990, a design workshop on November 21, 1990 and an open house on February 13, 1991 At the November 14, 1990, open house held in Pickering at the Main Library, the consultant presented two concepts to generate public comment option A - Passive Recreation Model and option B - Pro-Active Experimental Environmental Park Model Approximately 150-200 public attended with 60 questionnaires returned providing information and comments on - the key objectives for the park concept plan - appropriate uses or activities - preferred option A or Option B - preferred option to link Petticoat Creek Conservation Area and the Frenchman's Bay West area 0-78 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #4/91. HELD HAY 24. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 1. FRENCHMAN'S BAY WEST PARK CONCEPT PLAN - Town ot Picterina {conte!. ) On November 21, 1990, the consultants held a "design workshop" at the Pickering Library for participants from the public and the following interest groups or agencies . Rosebank Ratepayers Association . Fairport Beach Ratepayers Association . East Frenchman's Bay Village Association . Frenchman's Bay Yacht Club . Save Our Bay . Sandbar Surf Club . Durham Regional Roman Catholic Separate School Board . Durham Regional Board of Education . Pickering East Shore Community Association . Federation of Ontario Naturalists . Pickering Field Naturalists . Durham Region Field Naturalists . Ontario Federation ot Anglers and Hunters . Pickering Harbour Company Ltd . Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront . Ontario Hydro The participants were organized into working groups to 1) confirm and refine objectives; 2) define the development program; 3) resolve specific issues; and 4) concept plan preparation The consultants proceeded to prepare a recommended Park Concept Plan based on the public input from the open house (November 14, 1990 ) and the design workshop (November 21, 1990) The recommended plan reflected the pUblic'S support for Option B - Pro-Active Experimental Environmental Park Model and the following key planning principles - environmental management shall be predicated on the principles of sustainable development - create a environmental centre for the display and distribution of environmental information - develop experimental/demonstration "plots" - employ practical applications of energy conservation, recycling, protection of biophysical resources, pollution control, environmental research and experimentation - protect and enhance sensitive ~andscapes of the site (eg marsh, beach spit) - improve community access to the waterfront - develop internal pedestrian system linking the main features of the site incorporating an environmental education program along the system - minimize vehicle access into the site and restrict car access to the beach spit - naturalize, manage and improve the forested areas to enhance vegetation quality and wildlife habitat 0-79 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #4/91. HELD KAY 24. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 1. FRENCHMAN'S BAY WEST PARK CONCEPT PLAN - Town of Picterina lc:ontd. ) - create a new wetland as an educational feature and to assist in storm water management On February 13, 1991, an open house was held to present and obtain comment on a "preferred park concept plan" which was similar to the Park Concept Plan (Revised April 5, 1991) The Town of Pickering, Planning Department staff also prepared a handout on proposed amendments to the planning documents for interested agencies, groups and individual pUblic comments The comments received on the proposed amendments to the Frenchman's Bay and Shoreline Area Community Plan, Development Plan and Zoning By-Law will be considered by Pickering , planning staff in finalizing the amendments and before making specific recommendations to Town Council Approximately 225-250 people attended the "open house" with 58 comment sheets returned as of April 5, 1991 The attached Executive Summary provides a summary of all the comments in support or opposition to the "preferred concept plan" However, the two main issues are 1) the proposed winter boat storage for the Frenchman's Bay Yacht Club in the public parking area; and 2) the lack of private vehicle access for the boardsailing community to the beach spit On Apr il 17, 1991, the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board held a meeting in the Pickering Council Chambers with 26 delegations speaking to the Frenchman's Bay West Park Concept Plan (Revised AprilS, 1991) and the Lake Ontario Waterfront Acquisition Boundary Amendment The written comments submitted to the Authority can be summarized as follows . conflict between private vehicles and walkers on beach spit . vehicle access to beach spit for i) launching of windsurfers, ii) safety sailing with on shore northwesterly winds and iii) equitable treatment of the existing park users . support for the multi-use parking area for public parking and Frenchman's Bay Yacht Club winter boat storage . vehicle access on the beach spit for the elderly, handicapped and for bird watching . monitoring of the ecological impact of the proposed winter boat storage . provision for a formal boat ramp on the beach spit . opposition to boat storage in the public parking area RATIONALE The Park Plan Concept (revised May 15, 1991) being recommended for approval incorporates the following modifications in response to the public comments (see Executive Summary, Appendix W R 340) Modifications . Extension of Park Access Road to Beach spit 0-80 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #4"1. HELD MAY 24. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 1. FRENCHMAN'S BAY WEST PARK CONCEPT PLAN - TOwn of pickerina (contd.) . Beach Access/Vehicle Control Point - potential for vehicle access control for peak park use days . Parking - two public parking areas on beach spit with 20-25 parking spaces each . Park Trail - design standard to accommodate emergency and maintenance vehicles beyond park access road . Beach Facility - relocated to park access cul-de-sac on beach spit . No launching for motorized water craft The consultant supports the location of the proposed Frenchman's Bay Yacht Club boat storage as not compromising the park concept The existing vegetation provides a good degree of buffering and with additional forest regeneration the visual impact to the surrounding neighbourhood is minimized with careful site planning, the development of smaller parking areas and the use of turf stone pavers would assist in maintaining a natural appearance The consultant has also recommended that a detail site design study be carried out to address security, buffering and lighting Boat maintenance and spring preparation activities will have to be regulated through the lease agreement to maintain the principles on which the park concept plan was formulated The Frenchman's Bay Yacht Club currently leases a portion of their existing area from the MTRCA The boat storage proposal would be consistent with other waterfront parks where the Authority leases sufficient land and water to accommodate yacht club activities (club house, parking, winter boat storage, wet moorings) The club would be responsible for capital improvements to, in this case, facilitate the winter boat storage This area would provide the main public parking area in addition to parking on the beach spit for the park Any lease agreement with Frenchman's Bay Yacht Club upon approval of amendments to the Pickering planning documents will have to address the following - winter boat storage design and layout - conditions of the detailed design study - capital cost responsibilities - conditions regulating the use of boat cleaning and maintenance products - removal of boat cradles - boat storage period (eg October - April) The sailboarding community requested direct vehicle access to the beach spit to support equipment and safety requirements The Concept Plan (May 15, 1991) provides private vehicle access and restricted parking in support of restoring the environmental qualities of the beach and public recreation use (eg boardsailing, walking, swimming, fishing, bird watching) With the revised vehicle access to and parking on the beach spit, access will be provided year-round to the public The Authority in operating the park will have the option of prohibiting or restricting vehicle access during the maximum park use days - June, July and August Authority staff have met with representatives of the Pickering windsurfing community who concur with the revised plan (May 15, 1991) for beach access and parking D-81 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 14/91. HELD HAY 24. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 1. FRENCHMAN'S BAY WEST PARK CONCEPT PLAN - Town of Pickerina lcontd.) The Authority could in future review and implement a user fee to access the beach spit during the peak use days to offset additional operational costs Authority staff have reviewed the proposed plan with the Ministry of the Environment, Environmental Assessment Branch who advised us in a letter dated April 30, 1991 that based on the current cost estimates (beyond 1 million dollars) the plan is subject to the requirements of the Environmental Assessment Act WORK TO BE DONE The Authority will request Town of PiCkering, Planning Department to finalize the amendments to the planning documents and prepare recommendations for Council The Authority would submit the approved Park Concept Plan to the Ministry of the Environment for approval in accordance with the Environmental Assessment Act The Authority will continue the acquisition of private properties to facilitate the park plan Lease negotiations in the Frenchman's Bay Yacht Club would commence subject to approval of the amendments to the Pickering planning documents and environmental assessment approval The Town of Pickering, the Regional Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs, the Ministry of the Environment - Environmental Assessment Branch, the Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront Development, and the Premier's Advisor - Toronto Waterfront Development should be advised of the Authority's actions on the Frenchman's Bay West Park Concept Plan FINANCIAL DETAILS The Authority would proceed with acquisition based on availability of funds within the revised project boundary Upon approval of the amendments to the Pickering planning documents and the Environmental Assessment by the Ministry of the Environment initiate implementation under the Lake Ontario Waterfront Regeneration Project 1992-94 Components of the plan could be funded through special interest groups receiving funding from corporate environmental initiatives The capital costs for the public parking lot/winter boat storage would be the responsibility of the Frenchman's Bay Yacht Club in accordance with the Lake Ontario Waterfront Development Program The Authority upon approval of the plan should review the merits of a user fee for the beach spit during the peak use season D-82 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #4/91. HELD MAY 24. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 2. LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT ACQUISITION BOUNDARY AMENDMENT -Frenchman's Bav West Area KEY ISSUE Amendment to boundary of lands required for Authority purposes to implement the Lake Ontario Waterfront Development Program in the vicinity of Frenchman's Bay West (Town of Pickering) Res. #54 Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Ron Moran THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the boundaries for property acquisition in the Frenchman's Bay West area be amended as shown on the Figure 1; dated April 5, 1991, Acquisition Boundary Amendment Frenchman's Bay West Area (Appendix WR.354) AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to implement the appropriate procedure for the review of the potential disposal of any Authority holdings no longer required for Authority purposes in accordance with Resolution No. 26 adopted by the Members of the Authority at the meeting held on February 22, 1991. CARRIED BACKGROUND Under Resolution No 164 adopted on July 27, 1990, the Members of the Authority directed staff to retain consultants to carry out a study on lands adjacent to the south west corner of Frenchman's Bay and designated as a "Special Study Area" in Amendment No 13 to the Pickering District Plan (Fairport Community) On August 24, 1990, the Executive Committee authorized retaining the consulting firm of Moore/George Associates Inc to undertake the Frenchman's Bay West Park Plan Study The terms of reference for the Study, in addition to the Park Development Plan, included provision for the consultants to review current Authority holdings and the extent of lands to be acquired by the Authority to implement park plans at this location The lack of funding for the remaining lands within the planning area and the uncertainty which this brings to the remaining land owners necessitated this review In addition to the public meeting already held, the Authority will also proceed with the full public process for disposal of lands as earlier this year adopted by the Members of the Authority The process to be followed will include ( 1) the Authority'S intention to consider disposal of the lands be duly publicized, including adequate newspaper publication in at least one local and one major Toronto region newspaper; (2) at least one public open house information session be held in the vicinity of where the lands proposed to be disposed of are situate; and (3) the general public and any other interested parties be invited to make submissions, either verbal or written, to the Executive Committee prior to a final recommendation being made with respect to disposal; If it is deemed appropriate to proceed with disposal of lands, it is proposed that prior to any sale to the general public that D-83 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #4/91. HELD HAY 24. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 2. LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT ACQUISITION BOUNDARY AMENDMENT -Frenchman's Bav West Area (contd.) (a) the remaining private owners within the acquisition boundary be offered the lands at market value; and (b) abutting owners be offered the lands at market value The review of the acquisition requirements of the Authority has been carried out and a draft plan illustrating our current thinking was displayed at the public meeting held in the Pickering Civic Complex on February 13, 1991 It was reasonably well received by the public in attendance The revised acquisition boundary was also presented for public review at the Board meeting held April 17, 1991 in Pickering The comments supported the Authority's plans to acquire the remaining lands for the purpose of the park and open space including a pedestrian link (known as Fairport Beach) between Petticoat Creek Conservation Area and Frenchman's Bay West The amendments as proposed will allow for five (5) fewer residential properties to be acquired than originally anticipated and would also allow the Authority to consider possible disposal of seven (7) residential lots as illustrated on the plan attached (Figure 1) RATIONALE The deletion of lands originally scheduled for acquisition and the disposal of lands no longer required for park purposes will allow the Authority to expedite the acquisition of waterfront properties essential to implementation of the park development plan FINANCIAL DETAILS Funds obtained from the disposal of properties at this location will be utilized to assist with the acquisition of the remaining waterfront properties as they become available D-84 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #4/91. HELD MAY 24. 1'91 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 3. TOMMY THOMPSON PARK -Cell 1 CaDDina KEY ISSUE Authority approval of the proposal to cap disposal Cell 1 within Tommy Thompson Park, as a condition of the Keating Channel Environmental Assessment, and submission to the Regional Director of the Ministry of the Environment (MOE) for review and approval Res. #55 Moved by: Lois Hancey S.cond.d by Ron Moran THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the preferr.d option of a clean fill cap with the cr.ation of a w.tlan4 ecosy.te. for di.po.al C.ll 1 at Tommy Tho.p.on Park, in accordanc. with the K.atinq Chann.l Environaental A......ent (S.pt.mber, 17, 1'86.), b. approved; AND FURTHER THAT staff b. direct.d to sub.it the propo.al to the R.gional Dir.ctor of the Mini.try of the Environment for review and approval. CARRIED BACKGROUND The Keating Channel was constructed in 1922 Periodic routine dredging of the Keating Channel to navigational depth was conducted between 1920 and 1974 During this period, dredgeate was deposited in the open lake or in advance of the Eastern Headland lakefilling (Tommy Thompson Park) The Keating Channel, east of the Cherry street Bridge, was not dredged between 1974 and 1987 During this time, the deposition of sediments in the channel reduced the flow capacity of the watercourse, and as a result, created a flood hazard The Toronto Harbour Commission conducted navigational dredging in the harbour from 1977 to 1986 Dredgeate from these operations was deposited in Tommy Thompson Park within the confined disposal facility at Cell 1 Cell 1 was created as part of the endykement project initiated by the Toronto Harbour commission This project was intended to extend the Eastern Headland breakwater concurrent with the construction of containment cells for use as dredgeate disposal sites The Keating Channel dredging and disposal operations were approved under Section 14 of the Environmental Assessment Act by MOE on September 17, 1986, subject to a number of terms and conditions Condition 5 of the approval states "5 Cell 1 shall be topped off and capped no later than December 31, 1992, in a manner which restricts biological uptake and mobility of contaminants " In order to determine the best method of complying with this approval condition, investigations were conducted into the existing environmental site conditions The major findings of each study component are as follows EXISTING SEDIMENT OUALITY Certain heavy metal and nutrients levels at various sampling sites in Cell 1 were found to exceed the Open Water Disposal criteria, as outlined by our Improved Lakefill Quality Control Program Most values met the sediment guidelines for confined disposal The exceptions were two stations for which cadmium levels were elevated and two for which mercury concentrations were elevated All sediment metal and PCB concentrations meet the Decommissioning Guidelines for Parkland, Residential, and Agricultural &oils Although the concentrations were relatively low, the most frequently detected 0-85 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 14/91. HELD MAY 24. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 3 TOMMY THOMPSON PARK -Cell 1 Caooina fcontd. ) organochlorine pesticides were DOE, chlordane, and dieldrin Sediments from disposal Cell 1 were compared to sediments and plants found at natural wetland sites in Lake ontario and other Great Lakes with the exception of lead and cadmium, Cell 1 sediment parameters were generally found at concentrations within the ranges of those reported at other wetlands EXISTING BIOTA rllh The species composition within Cell 1 reflects a well balanced community of prey and predator species, particularly during the summer The high quality fish community is probably the result of the stable thermal habitat provided by Cell 1, the nature of the existing water depth, and the abundance of forage fish present at the site The apparent decline in the fish community in the fall may reflect the absence of stable water temperatures and the seasonal migration of fish out of the cell Benthos The macro-benthic community appears unstable, with a high degree of variability evident in the densities and species compositions This situation may reflect the fact that Cell 1 is a recently created ecosystem, and as a result, benthic invertebrates have probably not yet fully colonized the site Avian Fauna The existing habitat of Cell 1 provides a sheltered resting area for ducks and geese, but the shoreline habitat is not particularly suitable for shorebirds or breeding waterfowl To date, Cell 1 has been used for breeding purposes by Canada Geese, Killdeer, Ring-Billed Gull, Common Terns and Herring Gulls Mammals The most abundant mammals that utilize Cell 1 are the small varieties which include members of the mice, shrew, and vole families The absence of appropriate habitat is believed to be the major factor restricting the colonization of Cell 1 by larger animals Reotiles and Amohibians The only herpetile observed in Cell 1 to date is the Eastern Garter Snake The steep sides and stony substrate at this site provide ideal habitat for this species LABORATORY BIOASSAY At the request of the MTRCA, the MOE conducted a series of laboratory bioassays with the use of Cell 1 sediments Cell 1 concentrations of copper, lead, zinc, cadmium and chromium were above the "lowest effect level" described in MOE's proposed Sediment Quality Guidelines Growth of test chironomids and mayflies were not significantly different between control and test sediments 0-86 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 14/91. HELD MAY 24. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 3 TOMMY THOMPSON PARK -Cell 1 Caooina fcontd.) In-situ Biomonitorinq MTRCA has conducted biomonitoring studies at Tommy Thompson Park and other sites on the waterfront since 1988 With the exception of lead in 1988 and copper in 1989, uptake of all other metals was lower in Cell 1 clams than at other sites in the vicinity of Tommy Thompson Park In addition, metal levels in the Cell 1 clams were not appreciably different from those found in the control set clams in both years Construction of Exoerimental Island A small test island was constructed in the southwest corner of Cell 1 to evaluate the ability of typical wetland flora to survive on Cell 1 dredgeate, and as a preliminary test of methods for wetland contouring and plant cultivation Five species were selected, two species failed to survive due in part to transplant shock and poor habitat suitability The other species, however, not only survived well, but were also reproducing vegetatively Literature Review The main goal o~ this review was to summarize relevant technical information which may be useful in evaluating the concept of constructing wetlands as a dredge ate cap in Cell 1 The relevant information compiled as a result of the review was instrumental in determining the various capping alternatives Consultation since the beginning of the project, MTRCA recognized the need to involve other agencies in the process of evaluating the use of a wetland cap, and representatives from relevant organizations were invited to participate in a Technical Advisory Committee The MTRCA reconvened the Natural Area Advisory Committee to allow input into the details of the draft proposal for capping Cell 1 Comments received from the representatives of the two committees have been incorporated into the capping proposal The Technical Committee, and the Natural Area Advisory Committee will be involved on an on-going basis with the capping considerations at Cell 1 RATIONALE A total of three capping alternatives have been evaluated by MTRCA a dry clean fill cap; a wetland cap established directly on dredgeate; and the placement of clean fill cap over the dredgeate, followed by the creation of a wetland ecosystem on the clean fill After extensive studies of the existing environment at Cell 1 and after evaluation of the economic and engineering considerations of the project, MTRCA is proposing the use of a clean fill cap and the subsequent establishment of a wetland at the site Implementation of the preferred capping alternative will use a phased approach to facilitate dewatering operations and to improve the management and control of construction A minimum of 0 5m of clean fill will be placed over the dredgeate The fill will be taken from sites which have been tested to meet the open water disposal criteria An estimated 200,000m3 of fill will be required for the capping Construction can begin immediately after project approval The length of the construction period will depend on the availability of fill, but at an expected average of 120 truck loads per day, the capping can be completed in about 11 months At this rate of construction, the project is estimated to cost $493,000 . 0-87 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 14/91. HELD MAY 24. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 3 TOMMY THOMPSON PARK -Cell 1 Caooina fcontd. ) After the placement of the clean fill cap over the dredgeate in Cell 1, a wetland ecosystem will be established at the site The wetland will compensate for the disruption of the existing fish and wildlife habitat during construction as well as provide recreational and interpretive opportunities DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE Pending approval of the Authority, the proposal will be submitted to the Toronto Harbour Commissioners for approval Staff is planning to submit the proposal to MOE by July 1, 1991, as part of the annual operating plan approved through the Keating Channel E A The MOE will then coordinate the review of the proposals with agencies involved with the Toronto Harbour Commissioners' annual operating plan review FINANCIAL DETAILS The costs of monitoring and design of the capping options have been part of the Keating Channel Project, which is funded equally by the MTRCA, T H C, and Transport Canada The existing project will be completed in 1991 and negotiations will be required to extend the funding arrangements before the capping can be completed 4 OFFICIAL PLAN POLICIES FOR THE SCARBOROUGH WATERFRONT - city of Scarborouah KBY ISSUB To present the proposed "Official Plan Policies for the Scarborough Waterfront" to be considered by Scarborough Council on May 27, 1991 for Authority input Res. 156 Moved by: Joyce Trimmer Seconded by: Loi. Hancey THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT tbe propo.ed "Official Plan Policies for tbe Scarborouqb Waterfront" be supported a. beinq qenerally consi.tent witb tbe Autbority'. qoal. and objectives for tbe waterfront; THAT Policy (4) be modified to include an additional principle "safe" wbicb reflects tbe public safety is.ue. related to tbe shoreline bazard.; THAT staff be directed to participate witb further .tudie. a. outlined in Policy (2) to ensure tbe Autbority's specific interest. are reflected; THAT staff continue to attend tbe Scarborouqb Waterfront Comaittee .eetinqs in an advisory capacity; AND FURTHER THAT tbe City of Scarborouqb be so advised. CARRIED BACKGROUND On April 10, 1989, Scarborough Council established a special committee, Scarborough Waterfront Committee to address matters along its waterfront On January 29, 1990, Council endorsed some general principles that the waterfront area should remain primarily natural, be available for passive recreation and made generally more accessible Council also endorsed the findings in the Royal Commission's Interim Report of August 1990 entitled "Watershed" Scarborough has prepared Official Plan Policies for Scarborough's Waterfront for public and agency comment 0-88 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 14191. HELD MAY 24. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 4. OFFICIAL PLAN POLICIES FOR THE SCARBOROUGH WATERFRONT - city of Scarborouah fcontd. ) The proposed policies will be considered by the City of Scarborough Planning and Waterfront Committees on May 16, 1991 and by Council on May 27, 1991 Authority staff have reviewed the general policy statements and forwarded comments (May 7, 1991) to the City Clerk and Planning Department RATIONALE The proposed policies based on Authority staff review are generally consistent with the Authority'S goals and objectives However, it was recommended that an additional principle "safe" be added under Policy (4) This principle would reflect the public safety issues related to shoreline hazard requirements to protect existing public and private properties and facilities from shoreline erosion and flooding Policy (12) on further detailed studies to supplement the general waterfront policies can be supported These further studies could reflect the Authority'S specific interests in Environmentally Significant Areas, Ontario Regulation 293/86, the Archaeological Master Plan, Erosion Control Program, storm Water Management Program, Lake Ontario Waterfront Development Program and Resource Management Programs can be reflected These further studies along the Scarborough waterfront will be carried out in the context of the new Metropolitan Toronto Waterfront Plan initiatives and final recommendations of the Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront The new Metropolitan Waterfront Plan will provide the long term direction for the Authority'S Lake Ontario Waterfront Development Program and subsequent Lake Ontario Waterfront Regeneration Projects WORK TO BE DONE The Authority should advise Scarborough of the recommendations for consideration at the Council meeting on May 27, 1991 Authority staff should continue to participate and function in an advisory capacity at the Scarborough Waterfront Committee meetings 5 Lower Don River Flood Plain -Interim Flood Plain Plannina Procedures KEY ISSUE Interim flood plain planning procedures are being recommended for the lower Don River flood plain, City of Toronto, that will permit limited development and redevelopment until such time as a flood control strategy for the lower Don River is finalized and a Special Policy Area (SPA) designation is determined Res. 157 Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Ida Bossons THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the report entitled "Interim Flood Plain Planninq Procedures, Lower Don River, City of Toronto" dated May 1991 (Appendix WR.369) be approved; AND THAT the Authority administer its Fill, Construction and Alterations to Waterways Requlations within the lower Don River in accordance with these Interim Procedures at such time as the Council of Metropolitan Toronto and Council of the City of Toronto has approved the May 1991 "Interim Flood Plain Planninq Procedures, Lower Don River, City of Toronto" report; AND FURTHER THAT the Interim Procedures be superseded by approved special Policy Area policies or be re-evaluated by December 1993. 0-89 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 14/91. HELD MAY 24. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 5. Lower Don River Flood Plain -Interim Flood Plain Plannina Procedures fcontd. ) AMENDMENT Res. #58 Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: John McGinnis THAT the followinq paraqraph be inserted after the first paraqraph: THAT the report be forwarded to Metropolitan Toronto and the City of Toronto for their approval, askinq for special comment on the sUbmissions of the Royal Commission On The Future of the Toronto Waterfront and the Lower Don Task Force. (Appendix WR.3S6) THE AMENDMENT WAS.................................. CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS....................CARRIED BACKGROUND There are several applications for development and redevelopment proposed within the lower Don River flood plain Based on current flood plain planning policies no new development nor major redevelopment is permissible As a result, the SPA Technical Committee (staff representation from MMA, MNR, MTRCA, Metropolitan Toronto and City of Toronto) identified the need for interim flood plain planning procedures for the lower Don River To this end, at Meeting 12/91, April 12/91, the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board considered a recommendation to approve interim flood plain planning procedures for the lower Don River, City of Toronto and adopted a motion to defer as follows "MOTION TO DEFER Res. #31 THAT staff be requested to circulate the report on the "Lower Don River Flood Plain - Interim Flood Plain Planning Procedures", for comment, to the City of Toronto, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, the Lower Don Task Force and the Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto; AND FURTHER THAT any recommendation for approval on the report on the "Lower Don River Flood Plain - Interim Flood Plain Planning Procedures", be deferred until such comments have been received CARRIED" Subsequent to the circulation of the report, comments have been received from . The Ministry of Natural Resources - advising of their support for the Interim Procedures Refer to correspondence dated May 9, 1991. . The Ministry of Municipal Affairs - advising of their support for the Interim Procedures Refer to correspondence dated May 13, 1991 . The Commissioner of Planning, City of Toronto - advising of their support for the Interim Procedures Refer to correspondence dated April 25, 1991 and May 1, 1991 A report to Council will follow . The commissioner of Planning, Metropolitan Toronto - advising of their support for the Interim Procedures Refer to correspondence dated May 15, 1991 A report to Council will follow . The Lower Don Task Force - has scheduled the Interim Procedures report for consideration at their meeting of May 21/91 Their comments will be brought forward for information at the May 24/9l Advisory Board meeting 0-90 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 14/91. HELD MAY 24. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION S. Lower Don River Flood Plain -Interim Flood Plain Plannina procedures fcontd. ) . The Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront - have indicated support for the Interim Procedures Formal comments are anticipated to be received prior to the May 24/91 Advisory Board Meeting RATIONALE On the basis of comments received, the May 1991 report entitled "Interim Flood Plain Planning Procedures, Lower Don River, City of Toronto" has been slightly revised from the draft report presented to the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board in April The need for interim procedures and the specific procedures proposed for the lower Don River have been supported by the provincial ministries responsible for flood plain planning and by staff of the city of Toronto and Metropolitan Toronto Municipal staff are preparing reports to Council recommending approval of the Interim Procedures The Interim Procedures will not be imolemented by the Authority until such time as council approval has been obtained from the City of Toronto and Metropolitan Toronto To this end, staff is recommending that the Authority consider this item concurrent with the formal municipal approval process Interim flood plain planning procedures are recommended for the following reasons . Finalization of a lower Don River flood protection strategy is anticipated within a 5 year timeframe The City of Toronto is continuing to develop the engineering studies necessary to facilitate this decision Financial arrangements, co-ordination of approvals (including environmental assessment), and land use planning contribute to this extended timeframe The SPA Technical Committee represented by the government agencies noted above, is steering this process . The Authority'S Flood Vulnerable Area POlicy, 1987 provides the criteria for evaluating development applications within the flood plain pursuant to ontario Regulation 293/86 In this regard, minor additions, replacement of existing structures and/or the construction of accessory buildings may be permitted provided the Authority'S technical criteria are met and the floodway is not affected The Interim Procedures - provide increased flexibility regarding the type of development/redevelopment that may be considered; such as major additions, infilling, and redevelopment - maintain the floodproofing standards of the MTRCA Flood Vulnerable Area Policy, 1987 - incorporate increased restrictions regarding the portion of the flood plain where development/redevelopment may be permitted to occur (areas with less than 1 metre of flooding under regulatory flood conditions) - recommend that development/redevelopment be prohibited on lands identified for future flood control works and for uses associated with "Public Safety" interests of the Province . The Province of Ontario has adopted interim procedures for flood plain planning elsewhere in the Province to permit development/redevelopment following SPA Approval-in-Principle but prior to final SPA designation . Development applications shall be subject to normal review and approval procedures pursuant to the Authority'S Fill, Construction and Alteration to Waterways Regulation Any development applications evaluated by staff on the basis of the Interim Procedures will only be approved at the discretion of the MTRCA Executive Committee 0-91 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 14/91. HELD MAY 24. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 5. Lower Don River Flood Plain -Interim Flood plain Pl&nnina Procedures fcontd. ) The City of Toronto and the Authority are developing the required plan input and review procedures to implement this task . It is anticipated that the Interim Procedures shall provide sufficient flexibility to minimize the number of appeals pursuant to Ontario Regulation 293/86 and/or the Planning Act For example, the Authority has appealed a land severance application that would permit a Bell Canada communication facility to the Ontario Municipal Board as it does not comply with the Flood Vulnerable Areas Policy, 1987 (infilling is not permissible) . The SPA Technical Committee shall be consulted as required and shall support the Interim Procedures DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE Prior to the implementation of these Interim Procedures, the following must be completed (1) Council approval, City of Toronto (2) Council approval, Metropolitan Toronto (3 ) Finalization of Map 1, Existing Regulatory Flood Limits and Map 2, Flood Control options and the preparation of smaller scale reference maps (4) Finalization of MTRCA/City of Toronto Plan Input and Review Procedures for the lower Don flood plain 6. special policy Area - MTRCA Flood Plain Plannina Guidelines KEY ISSUE Flood plain planning guidelines for special Policy Areas have been reviewed and are being brought forward for Authority cons1deration Res. 159 Moved by: Blake Kinahan Seconded by: Lois Griffin THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the May 1991 report entitled "MTRCA special policy Area Flood Plain Planninq Guideline." be approved; (Appendix WR.360) THAT this report quide the Authority in its consideration of all reque.ts for Special policy Area desiqnation; THAT this report quide the Authority in its review and approval of develop.ent applications within desiqnated special Policy Areas; THAT staff be directed to pursue fundinq in 1992 for the Special Policy Area Project that wa. con.idered in the preliainary 1991 Authority budqet; AND PURTHER THAT the Provincial Ministries of Municipal Affairs and Natural Resource. be requested to ..end the Provincial Iaple.entation Guideline. to include the require.ent for the impleaentation zoninq by-law to be sub.itted as part of the Special Policy Area approval packaqe. CARRIED BACKGROUND . At Meeting 11/91, March 1,/91, the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board considered a report entitled "Special Policy Area - MTRCA Flood Plain , Planning Guidelines" and adopted the following deferral motion 0-92 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 14/91. HELD MAY 24. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 6 Special Policy Area - MTRCA Flood Plain Plannina Guidelines fcontd. ) "AMENDMENT Res. #22 THAT the report entitled "MTRCA Special Policy Area Flood Plain Planning Guidelines" be distributed to local municipalities for comment by May, 1991; AND FURTHER THAT the report, together with any comments received, be presented for consideration at the May 24, 1991, Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board " The SPA report of March 1991 was prepared following direction received at Authority Meeting 18/90, held December 7, 1990 "Res. #258 THAT staff review the provincial policy for Special Policy Areas, and develop Special Policy Area Guidelines for consideration by the Authority CARRIED" In preparing the March 1991 report, staff reviewed two previous reports approved by the Authority affecting Special Policy Areas REPORT #1 MTRCA FLOOD DAMAGE CENTRE DESIGNATION The Authority approved a report through Resolution 141 of Meeting 12/89 held March 31, 1989, that discontinued the Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (MTRCA) Flood Damage Centre designation This action related to the Provincial Flood Plain Planning Policy Statement, 1988 Flood Damage Centre policies were used by the Authority as the basis for developing Special Policy Area policies "The following item was recommended for approval at Meeting 11/89 of the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board, held on March 3, 1989 Following the approval of the provincial Flood Plain Planning Policy under Section 3 of the Planning Act, the designation of a Flood Damage Centre and its associated flood plain planning policies now have no recognized status; therefore, it is necessary to discontinue the Damage Centre designation and associated flood plain planning policies Res. #41 THAT the Authority's Flood Damage Centre designation contained within its 1980 Watershed Plan be discontinued; THAT all member and local municipalities and the Ministry of Natural Resources and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs be so advised; THAT the Authority continue to implement a One-Zone Approach to flood plain management, based on Hurricane Hazel, in accordance wi th policy (4) of the Provincial Policy Statement; THAT the Authority no longer recognize the former Damage Centre designation and associated policies; THAT all development/redevelopment applications be reviewed based on the Authority's current flood plain planning policies for Undeveloped Flood Plains (1980), Flood Susceptible Sites Policy (1987) and the Provincial Flood Plain Planning Policy Statement and supporting guideline documents; 0-93 \ WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 14/91. HELD MAY 24. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 6 special Policy Area - MTRCA Flood Plain Plannina Guidelines fcontd. ) THAT exceptions to the One-Zone Approach be considered in accordance with policy (5) Two-Zone Concept and policy (6) Special Policy Area Concept of the Provincial Flood Plain Planning Policy Statement The municipality assumes the lead role in the identification and request for either of these flood plain planning options; THAT, when staff is in receipt of a municipal request for either the Two-Zone Approach or the Special Policy Area Concept, a report will be prepared for consideration by the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board; AND FURTHER THAT the Authority revise its flood plain planning policies accordingly CARRIED" Report 12 SPECIAL POLICY AREAS The Authority received a report through Resolution 1255 at Meeting 18/89 held December 8, 1989, that described the basis for, and the review and approval of, Special Policy Area designations In addition, former Flood Damage Centre policies were noted as being the policy guidelines used for Special Policy Area's "KEY ISSUE Policy (6) of the provincial Flood Plain Planning Policy Statement, 1988 establishes the provincial planning designation of a Special Policy Area (S P A ) The SPA designation is reviewed as related to Authority programming and policy guidelines Res. 1255 THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the Staff Report regarding Special Policy Areas be received AND FURTHER THAT all Authority members receive a copy of the Staff Report including Appendices A, B, and C for their information to assist them in their review of municipal requests for Special Policy Area designation CARRIED" SUMMARY OF COMMENTS RECEIVED As directed, staff circulated the March 1991 SPA report to local (and regional) municipalities for comment The Ministries of Municipal Affairs and Natural Resources were also requested to provide comments A workshop was held on April 11, 1991 to present the report to municipal and provincial staff and to answer any questions Written comments were received from five local municipalities, one regional municipality and from the Ministry of Natural Resources Verbal comments were received from one local municipality. Five municipalities sent staff to the workshop, four of which subsequently provided written responses Revisions have been made to the SPA report of March 1991 in response to comments received by the Town of Markham and the Ministry of Natural Resources Comments received by the Town of Ajax can be addressed through the "SPA Project" which is being recommended for consideration in the Authority'S 1992 budget For a detailed summary of comments received see Appendix WR 360 0-94 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 14/91. HELD MAY 24. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 6. special Policy Area - MTRCA Flood Plain Plannina Guidelines fcontd.) RATIONALE The March 1991 report recommended SPA Guidelines that were developed on the basis of the following considerations 1 MTRCA Review and Approval Process for Special Policy Area Designation The provincial Flood Plain Planning Policy Statement was released in October 1988 Implementation Guidelines that support the Policy Statement were released simultaneously These two documents present the rationale for and the implementation process required to support a Special Policy Area designation The Central Region of the Ministry of Natural Resources prepared Internal Procedural Guidelines for the Special Policy Area Process in October 1988 Staff reviewed the documents and recommended the adoption of same to describe the MTRCA review and approval process for special Policy Area designation The appropriate sections of these documents were presented within the appendices of the March 1991 MTRCA Special Policy Area, Flood Plain Planning Guidelines report and are brought forward in the May 1991 SPA report As a result of the Authority's experience in dealing with the review and approval of several Special Policy Area's, one of the major weaknesses identified in the Provincial Implementation Guidelines was that the appropriate zoning by-laws required to implement the Special Policy Area policies had not been prepared as part of the Special Policy Area approval package This has resulted in Special Policy Area policies being put in place within the Municipal Official Plans with no implementing by-laws In March 1991 it was identified that the Provincial Implementation Guidelines should be revised to require that the implementing zoning by-laws be submitted as part of the Special Policy Area approval package This recommendation has been brought forward in the May 1991 SPA report 2 MTRCA Flood Plain Planning Guidelines for Special Policy Areas Staff were guided by the Provincial Flood Plain Planning Policy Statement and the former MTRCA Flood Damage Centre Policies - approved by the Authority in 1987 - when developing the Special Policy Area Guidelines These guidelines were reviewed and updated and were presented in the March 1991 SPA report As a result, there were four main Special Policy Area guideline revisions proposed that addressed the following issues (a) The inclusion of MTRCA Special Policy Area guidelines addressing new multi-lot development and redevelopment within an approved and/or proposed Special Policy Area; (b) The inclusion of MTRCA Special Policy Area guidelines associated with flood control remedial works and emergency response as a flood damage reduction measure; (c) The expansion of MTRCA Special Policy Area guidelines associated with Policy (8) Public Safety of the Provincial Policy Statement; and (d) The inclusion of MTRCA special Policy Area guidelines associated with municipal zoning by-laws that are required to implement an approved Special Policy Area designation REVISIONS In response to municipal and provincial comments received, staff has modified the March 1991 SPA Report as follows . Minor revisions as requested by MNR have been made . The inclusion of the statement requested by MNR that identifies the precedence of provincial SPA policy and guidelines over MTRCA guidelines in the event of any conflict 0-95 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 14/91. HELD MAY 24. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 6 special policy Area - MTRCA Flood Pl.in Plannina Guidelines fcontd. ) . Revisions to section 4 0 Implementation and Approved Process for Special Policy Areas and section 5 2 Major Redevelopment to better define the review and approval process and development guidelines that will be used by the Authority in the event that significant intensification of development is proposed within an existing floodprone community (Town of Markham comments) . The SPA Project prepared by staff for consideration in the Authority's 1991 Budget has been recommended for funding in 1992 This project provides for a review of existing Special Policy Areas within the Authority's jurisdiction to ensure compliance with Provincial and Authority SPA Guidelines A review of SPA boundaries can be included in this project to address comments received by the Town of Ajax DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE Staff prepared a Special Policy Area Project File for inclusion within the 1991 Budget; however, this project has not been ranked as a priority by the Ministry of Natural Resources The scope of the work to be completed included the review and update of all current Special policy Area's to ensure compliance with Provincial and Authority Special Policy Area guidelines The estimated cost is $40,000 This project should be pursued in 1992 7. RELEASE OF CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION KEY ISSUE The Authority has requested a report and comment from the Authority'S staff and solicitors on the propriety of the Authority releasing confidential information to Authority members Res. 160 Mov.d by: Lois Hanc.y S.conded by: Bev Salmon THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT th. report on r.l.... of confid.ntial inforaation dat.d M.y 15, 1991 be r.c.iv.d and th. Authority'S existinq practic. continu.. CARRIED BACKGROUND At its meeting held on March 22, 1991, the authority considered a request by a member of the Authority for information relating to a matter that was received in confidence by staff of the Authority Staff took the position that because the information had been received in confidence for technical review, the correspondence could not be released publicly staff indicated that they were prepared to review the matter with the member or members of the Authority but those members would be required to respect the confidential nature of the document In subsequent discussion at the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board and the Authority, staff were directed to request an opinion from the Authority'S solicitors, Gardiner, Roberts as to the legal and other implications of releasing confidential information SUMMARY The provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Legislation are available to any member of the Authority seeking information from the Authority. Such requests would be dealt with under the terms and conditions of the legislation and all the relevant appeals would be available 0-96 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 14/91. HELD MAY 24. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 7 RELEASE OF CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION fcontd.) should the request be turned down There is no need for the Authority to consider changes in its policy relating to Freedom of Information since the Authority is explicitly covered by the legislation The Authority'S rules of conduct, notably paragraph 85, make it very clear that minutes of the authority and documents and reports referred to in the minutes are generally available to any person, save and except those which may be specifically regarded as confidential reports This paragraph is now governed by the Freedom of Information LegiSlation which would presumably override the Authority'S Rules of conduct Section l5 of the regulation is similar in nature to paragraph 85 of the rules of conduct and states that all reports and supporting documents arising out of the Authority meetings shall generally be available with the exception of those noted \ Authority staff in the course of completing their duties and responsibilities regularly receive and deal with information which, either explicitly or implicitly, is of a confidential nature While this information would not normally find its way into a report or document going to the Authority, in many cases, there is a direct or indirect relationship to reports being prepared for the Authority In exercising their duties and responsibilities, staff are often called upon by staff in other jurisdictions to comment on situations about which Authority staff have knowledge and technical expertise Often these requests are made informally with an implicit understanding that the comments made will be of a confidential nature Authority staff frequently request of staff in other jurisdictions information which would be considered equally confidential As explained previously, any member of the Authority seeking information which has been received implicitly or explicitly as confidential would be asked to respect that confidentiality If staff were asked to release information when they felt it was inappropriate to do so, recourse would be made to the Executive Committee or to the full Authority for direction As a matter of practice, it continues to be appropriate that members of the Authority should have access to information in the possession of staff and if the reasons for the confidentiality are valid it is reasonable to assume that members would respect that confidentiality All of the above represents the practice of the Authority for many years Where this practice is unsatisfactory, Members and the pUblic may exercise considerable rights under the Municipal Freedom of Information legislation SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION 8. BOAT LAUNCHING FACILITIES - Town of Pickerinq Res. 161 Moved by: Kip Van Kempen Seconded by: Lois Griffin That staff be directed to look at other areas in the vicinity of Frenchlllan's Bay to provide a public boat launchinq facility, and report back to the board CARRIED 0-97 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 14/91. HELD MAY 24. 1991 SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION 9. LAKESHORE OVERVIEW STUDY - South Etobicoke. citv of Etobicoke KEY ISSUE To report on the final report of Lakeshore Overview study, South Etobicoke prepared by The Butler Group (Consultants) Inc and the response by the Lakefront Owners Association to the draft report Res. 162 Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Ron Moran IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT the Lakeshore Overview study, South Etobicoke final report and the Lakefront Owners Association response (April 29, 19U) to the draft report be received; AND FURTHER THAT Authority staffs' comments on the final report be forwarded to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs, the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and the City of Etobicoke for their information. CARRIED BACKGROUND The City of Etobicoke Lakeshore Overview Study was commissioned by three levels of government including the Province of Ontario (Ministry of Municipal Affairs), the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and the City of Etobicoke to be undertaken between January 1991 and May 1991 The consulting group retained to complete the "Overview Study" was headed by The Butler Group (Consultants) Inc As outlined in the report released May 10, 1991, "The primary purpose of the project was to determine whether or not an appropriate amount of comprehensive study has been completed for South Etobicoke in order to assess the cumulative impacts of development, and to provide a proper planning framework for the future " The Butler Group requested various agencies including the pUblic in January 1991 to outline their areas of interest Authority staff submitted comments in February 1991 highlighting the following key areas of interest . provision of continuous waterfront trail . public access to and along the Etobicoke waterfront . creation of valley trails along the Etobicoke Creek Mimico Creek and improvements with the Humber River and Western Beaches trail . "greenspace" inventory . shoreline regeneration plan to improve fish and wildlife habitat . erosion and flooding concerns along the Lake Ontario Waterfront, Etobicoke Creek, Mimico Creek and Humber River The consultants held public meetings on April 4 and May 6, 1991 The final report and recommendations were released on May 10, 1991 for action by the three levels of government Attached to this communication are the key sections Section 7 0 Recommendations and Section 8 0 - Future Actions/Implementation of Recommendations The Authority also received the Lakefront Owners Association comments, dated April 29, 1991 (on file) on the draft overview study D-98 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 14/91. HELD MAY 24. 1991 SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION 9 LAKESHORE OVERVIEW STUDY - South Etobicoke. citv of Etobicoke fcontd. ) ANALYSIS The study's major findings are as follows "The major conclusion of the Overview study is that an appropriate amount of comprehensive study has been completed for south Etobicoke that allows for a proper assessment of the cumulative impacts of development on existing services The combined assessment of all planning studies leads to the conclusion that there is no need for a moratorium on development given the facts and the current checks and balances in the approval system " The analysis of the recommendations will focus on those affecting the Authority's major objectives The City of Etobicoke recently prepared a new Official Plan with the Authority staff providing comments in November 1990 The consultant is recommending a strengthening of the plan's environmental goals incorporating the ecosystem approach and nine principles outlined in the "Watershed" report The proposed modifications include the following . revisions to the goals to enhance the environment and environmental quality, integration of waterfront and watershed ecosystem, protect and enhance habitats and natural scenic resources, promote green corridors . enter into waterfront partnership agreements . improvements to water quality, support for Metro Toronto Remedial Action Plan, stormwater management including water quality control . lakefilling in accordance with comprehensive policies adopted by Ontario Government and shoreline naturalization . acquisition and creation of valley and waterfront greenspace corridors The incorporation of the ecosystem approach and environmental modifications would be supported by the Authority as a basic premise as espoused in the Authority'S "A Crisis in Confidence Report" adopted on January 18, 1991 The study's recommendations include the rationalization of the secondary plan areas by establishing two areas which are of interest to the Authority . Park Lawn/Lakeshore Boulevard Secondary Centre Planning Area (includes Motel strip Secondary Plan area) . Mainstreet Lakeshore Secondary Planning Area (inClUdes Mimico Apartment strip and Waterfront) The study proposes that the Motel Strip current plan continue through the Ontario Municipal Board and Cabinet approval process This area will ultimately be linked to the Park Lawn/QEW Secondary Plan to be released in the near future for public and agency input The Authority'S participation in the formulation or reviews of the Secondary Plans would allow opportunity to reflect the Authority's interests in the waterfront and valley regeneration, trail systems, public open space acquisition, storm water management, water quality and habitat enhancement The consultant recommendations also include other studies relating to . completion of the Etobicoke Master Parks Plan 0-99 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 14/91. HELD MAY 24. 1991 SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION 9. LAKESHORE OVERVIEW STUDY - South Etobicoke. citv of Etobicoke fcontd. ) . the creation and implementation of a "Waterfront Trial" in conjunction with the Metropolitan Waterfront Plan In the Planning Tools Section, the report supports the use of a development charges by-law to provide additional services in South Etobicoke for new redevelopment The reforming of the environmental assessment and planning processes is recommended instead of utilizing the "Environmental Management Master Plan approach (eg Motel Strip and Lakeshore PSYChiatric Hospital (MGS)/Humber College housing proposal) as a substitute for environmental assessment" The "development charges bylaw", which must be in place by November 23, 1991, could be the mechanism to implement the Authority'S "Project for Etobicoke Motel Strip Waterfront Park" This project is currently before Metropolitan Toronto and the Ministry of Natural Resources for approval Section 8 0 indicates that to achieve any action on the report "the Steering Committee for the Lakeshore Overview Study (City of Etobicoke, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs) should prepare in the next two months the proposed Implementation Strategy - priorities, timing and budgeting of various initiatives and future studies WORK TO BE DONE Authority staff time will be allocated to participating in the relevant studies and reviewing the Official Plan modifications and secondary plans Timing of this work is unknown until the Steering Committee and three levels of government agree on an implementation strategy TERMINATION The meeting terminated at 2 20 pm, May 24, 1991 \ Don Jackson W. A. McLean Chairman Secretary-Treasurer /bb ~ , the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority minutes 0-100 WATER AND RELATED LAND 28-JUNE-1991 #5/91 MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD The Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board met in Black Creek pioneer village visitors Centre on Friday, June 28, 1991 The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 10 a m PRESENT Chairman Don Jackson Vice Chairman Lois Griffin Members Lois Hancey Blake Kinahan Ron Moran Bev Salmon Joyce Trimmer Chairman of the Authority John McGinnis ABSENT Member Ila Bossons Roger Hollander Maja Prentice Kip Van Kempen MINUTES Res. 163 Moved by: Ron Moran Seconded by: Lois Hancey THAT the Minutes of Meetinq 14/91 be approved. CARRIED CORRBSPONDBNCB Res. 164 Moved by: Ron Moran Seconded by: Blake Kinahan THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THB AUTHORITY THAT the correspondence from Councillor Ila Bos.ons, dated May 27, 1991, respectinq the Authority's policy on the commercial use of lands (boaUnq) be received. CARRIED . I 0-101 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 15/91. HELD JUNE 28. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 1. DON WATERSHED TASK FORCE KEY ISSUE To continue the Authority'S work in the development of watershed management strategies through the establishment of a special MTRCA Don Watershed Task Force building on the efforts of the Task Force to Bring Back the Don (City of Toronto) Res. 165 Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Joyce Trimmer THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority initiate the development of a Don River Watershed Management Strategy; THAT staff be directed to test the transferability of the stormwater management conclusions of the comprehensive Basin Manaqement Strategy for the Rouge River strateqy Watershed to the Don Watershed; THAT a detailed investiqation of the qreenspace resources of the Don Watershed be initiated and include both valley and tablelands usinq existing data and field investiqations, as required; THAT terms of reference for a 'Don Watershed Ecosystem Report' be developed in conjunction with the Task Force to Brinq Back The Don and the Authority'S member and local municipalities within the Don Watershed and the appropriate provincial aqencies; THAT the development of the Don River Watershed Manaqe.ent strateqy be directed by a planninq task force as recommended in the Green.pace strategy; That the task force report to the Authority and be known as the Don Watershed Task Force; THAT staff be directed to prepare a report for Authority approval identifying the Task Force chairperson, potential member., reportinq arranqements, time frame, financial implications, and draft terms of reference; THAT staff include in the preliminary budget estimates for 1992, fundinq , requirements and potential funding sources for the Task Force; AND FURTHER THAT staff report on these initiatives at the next meetinq of the Water and Related Advisory Board. CARRIED BACKGROUND 1 A VISION FOR THE DON An ecosystem approach to watershed planning In the 1990's and beyond, new ways of thinking about river systems and watersheds will become essential policies and regulations that have been used to control development in the past will need to be re-thought to reflect Changing public values and the perceived rights of society to a healthy environment It will be necessary to adopt a more holistic ecosystems view of the bio-region - the interdependent system of tablelands and river valleys that flow from the Oak Ridges Moraine to Lake ontario 0-102 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 15/91. HELD JUNE 28. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 1. DON WATERSHED TASK FORCE fcontd.) through the urbanized and urbanizing Metropolitan Toronto region It is a view that recognizes the interrelationships between the physical and biological processes that made the rivers what they were; the human uses that have changed them; and that integrates conservation, restoration and economic interests to ensure their continued health The headwaters, tablelands, and valleys must be understood in terms of their land history; their topography; their hydrological significance, groundwater recharge and discharge, that maintain flows within watercourses; their water quality and aquatic life systems; their forests and plant communities that contribute to infiltration and storage of water and provide natural upstream flood control; and their terrestrial wildlife, and related factors, that lend integrity to the whole natural valley systems and sustainable human uses There are a number of major components in ecosystem planning that should be recognized in the Don watershed a) Protecting areas that retain a high degree of ecological integrity and restoring what has been degraded b) Ensuring that all future human use of the watershed and associated developments contribute to the overall health of its environment There is a strong community interest which assures the long term commitment of many agencies Long term citizen involvement will require an open, interactive process, and ensures a community can have a real say in the planning and design of its river and watershed, while being assured that other communities are also working towards a common goal This should happen at a watershed, community and neighbourhood level, and should focus on achievable objectives, building broad understanding of attitudes, demonstrating and communicating achievements, and constantly broadening the understanding and involvement of all partners in the watershed in achieving the vision for the Don 2. REGIONAL AND LOCAL MUNICIPALITY INITIATIVES The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto has stressed the importance of an ecosystem approach in the preparation of the new Metropolitan Toronto Official Plan and the development of its new Waterfront Plan Metropolitan Toronto identifies the principal implications of this approach as "- recognition of natural boundaries, requiring greater degree of intergovernmental collaboration and cooperation; - policy techniques must adjust to recognize a broader spectrum of issues affecting planning decisions and, to take account of interconnections among various components; - only a shared vision representing government and widespread public support will sustain itself in the long term " (Metropolitan Toronto Planning Department, Planning Directions for the Metropolitan Waterfront (Draft) - June 3, 1991, P 4) Metropolitan Toronto, in its strategic Plan for Metropolitan Government, May, 1991, has identified Environmentally sustainable Urban Development as one of its primary goals To achieve this it will "focus all possible resources of the Metropolitan Toronto Government to minimize global environmental problems, maximize the environmental benefits of public and private investment, minimize unnecessary consumption of physical resources, and provide a clean, healthy, environmentally sustainable urban community" (p 9 ) 0-103 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 15/91. HELD JUNE 28. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 1. DON WATERSHED TASK FORCE fcontd.) The Region of York has also identified the need for incorporating an ecosystem approach into its planning activities, as have a number of the local municipalities The Task Force to Bring Back the Don (formerly the Interim Task Force on the Lower Don River Clean-Up) is a permanent task force established in 1990 by the City of Toronto In 1989, City Council directed the Task Force to undertake initiatives contributing to the ultimate goal of restoring the Don River and valley lands within the City of Toronto by the year 2001 The Task Force has involved citizens on restoration projects; held numerous forums; and commissioned a number of reports, including the Lower Don River study, now in draft form This study addresses potential strategies for river valley restoration including physically linking the valley to the adjacent communities and recreating natural areas The commitments of the regional and local municipalities to provide clean healthy and environmentally sustainable communities will enhance and facilitate the development of a Don Watershed Management strategy RATIONALE In 1989, The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority recommended a Greenspace strategy to address the conservation of the Lake Ontario waterfront, the river valleys and the Oak Ridges Moraine Complex The Greenspace strategy identified the need for greater cooperation to achieve comprehensive natural resource management planning The strategy proposed that the Authority assume the co-ordinating role between the Province and municipalities in natural resource management; and establish planning task forces for each major river watershed In 1990, the first watershed management strategy, the Comprehensive Basin Management strategy for the Rouge River Watershed (Rouge CBMS), was adopted by the Authority Given the public interest and support generated by the Lower Don Task Force, Authority staff recommend that a Don Watershed Task Force be established initially to develop, in consultation with stakeholders, a vision for the Don watershed; identify the necessary actions to achieve the vision; provide a forum for coordinated agency initiatives; and facilitate neighbourhood initiatives. Authority staff has met with staff of the Ministries of Natural Resources, Environment, and Municipal Affairs; with staff of Metropolitan Toronto and other municipalities; and with staff and members of the Task Force to Bring Back the Don and The Royal Commission on the Toronto Waterfront to discuss these initiatives It is generally agreed that there is a need for strong public involvement to generate the political will required to achieve the restoration of the Don; 0-104 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 15/91. HELD JUNE 28. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 1. DON WATERSHED TASK FORCE fcontd.) the activities of public agencies can be better co-ordinated to address resource concerns; there are opportunities to connect the existing greenspace resources within the Don watershed; and existing studies and technical reports provide sufficient material for an initial report (synthesis document) on the Don Watershed ecosystem Prior to formally establishing a task force, it is necessary to determine it$. membership, its accountability and reporting arrangements with the Authority, and the time frame in which it is to operate The preparation of draft terms of reference will facilitate its initial organization Final terms of reference should be agreed upon by the Task Force and submitted to the Authority To facilitate the work of the Don Watershed Task Force, staff recommend that the Authority proceed with the Don Watershed Ecosystem Report; the transfer of results of the Rouge CBMS hydrologic studies to the Don Watershed; and the identification of the greenspace resources of the watershed Proceeding with the development of the terms of reference for the Don Watershed Ecosystem Report will provide the Task Force, when formed, with a detailed understanding of the watershed on which to base and focus their work The Report should use and include the current programs and initiatives of the various agencies and municipalities, and the policy framework in which these activities are taking place While there are many studies and technical reports which contain specific information on the Don Watershed, direct use of the stormwater management findings from the Rouge CBMS require testing with the Don River data The development of an inventory of the existing greenspace resources within the Don Watershed is consistent with the Authority's Greenspace strategy and will serve to augment the 1982 Environmentally Significant Areas study The 1982 study focused on the waterfront, valleylands and the Moraine The Don Watershed Greenspace inventory would also include the greenspace resources on the tableland This information will be valuable to the Task Force, and to the Authority in its resource management and plan review activities DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE 1 Staff report on the issues related to the formation and operation of the Don Watershed Task Force 2 Testing of the transferability of stormwater management implications of the Rouge CBMS to the Don Watershed 3 Development of the terms of reference for the Don Watershed Ecosystem Report 4 Greenspace Inventory FINANCIAL DETAILS Funding for this work is available in account I 112-22 0-105 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 15/91. HELD JUNE 28. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 2. ACAO CLASS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FOR WATER MANAGEMENT STRUCTURES KEY ISSUE Further to information provided in the minutes from Meeting #5/90 of the Water and Related Land Management Board, the Association of Conservation Authorities of ontario has asked The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (MTRCA) to coordinate the preparation of the new Class Environmental Assessment (E A ) for Water Management structures Res. 166 Moved by: Blake Kinahan Seconded by: John McGinnis THE. BOARD RECOMHENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the sUIIlIIlary of aotions contained in the report reqardinq the ACAO Class Environmental Assessment for Water Manaqement Structures dated 1991.06.14., be received for information. CARRIED BACKGROUND The stated purpose of the Class E A for Water Management structures is "To define one planning and design process to minimize the environmental effects associated with the reduction or elimination of water management problems " The Class E A was developed by the Association of Conservation Authorities of ontario (ACAO) and was approved under the Environmental Assessment Act on December 12, 1985, for a five year period On September 27, 1989, the ACAO wrote to the Minister of the Environment requesting that approval for the existing Class E A be extended for a five year period to December, 1995 The Minister conducted a lengthy review, including consultation with the Environmental Assessment Advisory Committee (EAAC), and on September 6, 1990, denied the ACAO's request The Minister required that the ACAO develop a new Class E A. to ensure improvements in specified areas A new Class E A must be in place by December, 1992 To allow adequate time for the Ministry of the Environment's review, the new Class E A must be submitted to the Minister by March 1, 1992 In the interim, while a new Class E A is being developed, the existing Class E A should be extended until no later than December, 1992, with amendments that address specific concerns summarized by the Minister Prior to December 12, 1990, the ACAO applied for and was granted an Exemption Order to have the expiry of the Class E A extended to March 1, 1991, by which time amendments to the existing Class E A would be submitted to the Minister The draft "Class E A Addendum", containing the required amendments to the original Class E A , was prepared by the ACAO and circulated to Conservation Authorities and interest groups for review Staff of the MTRCA was instrumental in incorporating the review comments and submitting the final version of the Addendum to the Minister of the Environment on February 27, 1991 The ACAO is currently awaiting notice of the Cabinet decision The ACAO has asked the MTRCA to coordinate the preparation of the new Class E A To assist in this project, the ACAO has retained a consultant to provide advice regarding the process to be followed and the public consultation aspects of the project ACAO has also established a Steering Committee with representatives from five conservation authorities across ontario, the Ministry of Natural Resources, the Ministry of the Environment, and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario 0-106 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 15/91. HELD JUNB 28. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 2. ACAO CLASS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FOR WATER MANAGEMENT STRUCTURES fcontd.) In addition to the specific areas in need of improvement, as recommended by the Minister of the Environment, the following items will be key considerations in developing the new Class E A on-going consultation with the Ministry of the Environment will be necessary to monitor changes being made to the E A Program in ontario, as suggested in the report "Towards Improving the Environmental Assessment Program in Ontario" This project will involve two programs of public consultation A .. stakeholder program, involving agencies and environmental groups who made submissions to the EAAC, will be consulted at the outset to address outstanding issues and concerns A broader public consultation program will solicit input from the general public and interest groups throughout the process Through the public consultation programs and within the new Parent Class E A document, effort will be made to clarify the relationship between the Class E A and Conservation Authorities' Watershed Plans Activities involved in the new Class E A project will be carried out according to the following preliminary schedule June 1991 Notice of Intent to prepare the Class E A Set up Stakeholder Group Refine details of the process to be followed in preparing the new Class E A July 1991 Initiate any necessary background studies October 1991 Draft Class E A November 1991 Public Review to January 1992 March 1, 1992 Final Class E A FINANCIAL DBTAILS The total project budget has yet to be finalized, but is estimated to be in the range $150,000 - 200,000 Eighty-five per cent of the funding for this project will be provided directly to the MTRCA from the Ministry of Natural Resources, based on a project file submission of the ACAO The ACAO will levy 37 conservation authorities, not including MTRCA, to make up the remaining fifteen per cent of the project funding The ACAO acknowledges MTRCA's contribution of staff time and expertise as a reasonable substitute for a financial contribution to the fifteen per cent 0-107 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 15/91. HELD JUNE 28. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 3. LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT PROJBCT 1987-1991 -Ashbridaes Bav Coatsworth cut Dredaina. city of Toronto KEY ISSUE To carry out emergency dredging within the Coatsworth cut navigation channel at Ashbridges Bay, City of Toronto Res. 167 Moved by: Blake Kinahan Seconded by: Ron Moran THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff be directed to proceed with. emergency dredqinq in Coatsworth Cut, City of Toronto, under the "Lake On\ario Waterfront Development project 1987-1991", at a total cost of $70,000. CARRIED BACKGROUND The Coatsworth Cut has been an on-going navigation problem due to unsafe water depths and insufficient channel widths; all as a result of sediment , deposition from various sources In 1987, The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority dredged approximately 8,500 cubic metres of material using land based equipment at a total cost of $71,000 A water depth survey taken in April 1991 shows that siltation has again reduced the navigable waters and dredging is required to maintain a safe channel entrance to the public launching ramps and the service facilities of the boating clubs The staff report concerning Ashbridges Bay Coatsworth Cut Dredging was recommended for approval at the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting #1/91, held March 1, 1991 but was deferred at Authority Meeting #2/91, held March 22, 1991, for a more detailed report to the Board on the scope and cost of the project for 1991 DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONB To achieve minimum navigable standards, up to 3,500 cubic metres of material will need to be dredged from a 140 metre section of channel The location of the area is such that it cannot be dredged by land based equipment as it was in 1987 Therefore, all dredging must be carried out by marine equipment and disposal of the dredgeate will be within the endikement cell at Tommy Thompson Park Quotations from marine contractors will be received to carry out the dredging, transportation and disposal of the dredged material The estimated unit dredging cost represents a substantial increase over 1987 for the following reasons . the hourly rate for the landbased equipment in 1987 was $195 The 1991 estimated rate for marine equipment is $300; . the estimated dredging production rate using marine equipment is half of the rate compared to landbased equipment; and . the quality of the dredgeate exceeds the "open water" criteria and therefore it is proposed that this material be transported and disposed of in the endikement cell at Tommy Thompson Park 0-108 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 15/91. HELD JUNE 28. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 3. LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT PROJECT 1987-1991 -Ashbridges Bay Coatsworth Cut Dredging, City of Toronto fcontd. ) FINANCIAL DETAILS Due to budget limitations, the budget available to carry out the emergency dredging in 1991 is $70,000 FUTURE BENEFITS/PROBLEMS A long term solution to the problem of sediment deposition and continuous dredging of the channel entrance is the modification of the shoreline alignment on the west side of Coatsworth cut to retain future sediment accumulations Currently, Metro Toronto Works Department is carrying out an.environmental assessment for the proposed expansion to the main Ashbridges Bay sewage treatment plant One of the alternatives include land creation south of the existing plant which could incorporate a modified channel entrance with the existing rate of siltation over a large area, it may be necessary to carry out annual dredging to maintain a safe navigable channel 4. CLEAN UP RURAL BEACHES PROGRAM (CURB) KEY ISSUE Implement the Clean Up Rural Beaches Program to improve water quality in the Centreville Creek, East Humber River and the Bruce Creek (Rouge River) and other priority MTRCA watersheds Res. #68 Moved by: Joyce Trimmer Seconded by: Bev Salmon THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff be directed to enter into an aqree.ent with the Ministry of the Environment on an annual basis to implement the CURB proqram to i.prove water quality within The Metropolitan Toronto and Reqion Conservation Authority (MTRCA) watershed. CARRIED BACKGROUND In the early 1980's, poor water quality forced closures of conservation area swimming beaches at Albion Hills (Centreville Creek), Boyd (East Humber River), and Bruce's Mill (Bruce Creek) In September, 1986, the MTRCA Rural Beaches Project was established in cooperation with the Ministry of the Environment (HOE) The goals of the project were to identify and remedy bacterial pollution sources to improve rural water quality and reduce beach closures The three year research project (September 1986 - August 1989) has been funded by the Provincial Rural Beaches Program of the HOE The beginninq of the implementation phase (September 1989 - January 1991), has been cost shared equally between the MTRCA and the MOE Funding to date for the Rural Beaches project Research phase September 1986 - August 1989 $320,550 Implementation phase September 1989 - January 1991 $ 57,055 0-109 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 15/91. HELD JUNE 28. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 4 CLEAN UP RURAL BEACHES PROGRAM (CURB) fcontd. ) During the three year research phase from September 1986 to August 1989, the project - inventoried over 100 livestock operations; - monitored water quality throughout the study watersheds; - conducted information extension and public education; - improved manure management facilities on the Authority-owned Albion Hills demonstration farm, by implementing remedial measures The implementation phase of the Rural Beaches Project began in September, 1989 The primary task had been the completion of the Clean Up Rural Beaches (CURB) Report The CURB report components include 1 A model that identifies the bacterial pOllution sources and their impact on the swimming beaches 2 An estimated total cost for remedial measures required to improve surface water quality 3 A strategy to implement remedial measures The Authority developed a CURB implementation program to demonstrate on a pilot project basis, the recommendations made in the CURB report by: 1 Providing financial assistance to landowners for the construction of remedial measures to improve rural water quality 2 Encouraging landowners to implement remedial measures and adopt best management practices that reduce pollution loads into local watercourses These remedial measures include . restricting livestock from access to watercourses (11 sites, $35,000); . improving manure storage and handling facilities (11 sites, $586,000) ; . Riparian plantings to reduce surface runoff into watercourses, improve streambank stability, reduce stream temperatures, and improve wildlife habitat (11 3km, $340,000) 3 cooperating with local health offices to determine the water quality impact of suspected faulty septic systems 4 Monitoring surface water quality to evaluate the effectiveness of remedial measures 5 Conducting an information and education program to increase public awareness of methods and management practices for achieving and maintaining improved water quality As recommended by the Authority at Meeting #9/90, staff submitted the pilot CURB implementation program to HOE and requested their financial support to implement it MOE has reviewed the Authority'S CURB pilot implementation program and has declined to fund this proposal Instead the MOE has offered to partially fund a CURB program in the MTRCA watershed over a five-year period (1991-l995) based on a sliding scale of loot MOE funding for year one, 75% for year two, and sot for years three, four and five 0-110 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 15/91. HELD JUNE 28. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 4. CLEAN UP RURAL BEACHES PROGRAM fCURB) fcontd.) The same program has been offered to nine other conservation authorities who have participated in the Rural Beaches Program This funding is to be used for one staff person and support costs to promote the program and assist landowners with implementing remedial measures MOE will provide funding to private landowners for remedial measures at the following rates 75% grant for manure storage maximum $15,000 50% grant for livestock access maximum $10,000 50% grant for milkhouse wash water maximum $ 5,000 50% grant for septic systems maximum $ 1,500 DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE Enter into an agreement with MOE on an annual basis to carry out the CURB implementation program over five years (1991-1995) Assist with the implementation of remedial measures that will concentrate on the following tasks 1 Promote the CURB plan to other organizations 2 Promote the implementation of remedial measures as recommended by the CURB plan 3 Maintain water quality monitoring 4 Investigate agricultural and rural water quality problems as requested 5 Maintain public education and information in the rural community by continued participation in fairs and meetings with rural organizations Activities will be targeted on the Bruce Creek, East Humber River and Centreville Creek over the first two years of the project (See attached map ) Flexibility will exist in years three, four and five to broaden the scope of the program to include other watersheds within the Authority'S area of jurisdiction where water quality problems exist FINANCIAL DETAILS Funding from HOE will be available to hire one CURB program coordinator, and provide transportation and other related support costs Estimated funding contributions are as follows ~ ~ ~ 1991 $ 70,000 ---- 1992 55,625 $ 18,375 1993 38,600 38,600 1994 40,500 40,500 1995 42.550 42.550 $246,775 $140,025 MTRCA's funding contribution will be identified in the Conservation Services budget allocation ~ --.-.-- Centrevme Creek Waterahed Eaat Humber Waterahed Bruce Creek Waterahed II Cona.rvation Areu I Albion Hilla C.A. . Boyd C.A. A Bruce'. Mill C.A. . ...... . 4 ... . . . 6--' -' -' -' ~ Location of Study the mecropoit-.n torofttO end ....- Areas FIG. 1 ~-.N8ttOft euthonty - --.. D-ll2 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 15/91. HELD JUNE 28. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 5. PROJECT FOR EROSION CONTROL AND SLOPB STABILIZATION IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO 1987-1991 -Proposed Erosion Control Project Adjacent to Carmel Court and Harrinaton Crescent. German Mills Creek. City of North York KEY ISSUE To construct erosion control works on a minor tributary of German Mills Creek adjacent to Carmel Court and Harrington Crescent in the City of North York Res. 169 Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Ron Moran THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff be directed to proceed with the construction of the erosion control works adjacent to Carmel Court and Harrinqton Crescent in the City of North York, under the Project for Erosion Control and Slope Stabilization in the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto 1987-1991 at a total cost of $350,000. CARRIED BACKGROUND Carmel Court and Harrington Crescent are found on a small tributary of German Mills Creek located approximately halfway between Leslie Street and Bayview Avenue, south of Steeles Avenue in the City of North York The watercourse has been piped (96" diameter) from Bestview Park, upstream, to Steeles Avenue The natural channel which is the area of concern, extends 500 meters from the end of the piped section in Bestview Park to its confluence with German Mills Creek Approximately 50 meters of the Creek, immediately downstream of the pipe outlet, is on lands owned by the City of North York while the remainder of the Creek is found on Authority lands The majority of the public open space adjacent to the west side of the Creek is made up of mature hardwoods, of high quality Residential properties are found along the eastern side of the Creek boundaries Significant active erosion is occurring along the entire length of the natural channel and is encroaching into a number of private properties along the eastern boundary On the west side of the Creek, erosion is undermining the forested slopes containing a number of heritage size trees In response to the concerns expressed about the erosion, the Authority retained Atria Engineering Hydraulics Inc to carry out an erosion control and slope stability study along the tributary RATIONALB The report concluded that the creek erosion is the main cause of the slope steepening and regression. The native soils (fine sand or silt) are considered to be very susceptible to erosion and will continue to erode thereby undermining the private properties on the east side and the well forested slopes on the west bank. Therefore, staff is prepared to recommend that corrective measures be carried out DETAILS OF WORK TO BB DONE The works recommended by Atria Engineering Hydraulics Inc will consist of constructing an armour stone, rip rap lined channel from the existing outlet downstream to opposite 117 Carmel Court as shown on the attached plans Protection of the slope behind 19 and 11 Carmel Court will also be carried out 0-113 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 15/91. HELD JUNE 28. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 5 PROJECT FOR EROSION CONTROL AND SLOPE STABILIZATION IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO 1'87-1991 -Proposed Erosion Control Project Adjacent to Carmel Court and Harrinaton crescent. German Mills Creek. City of North York fcontd.) The estimated cost to carry out these works is as follows Survey and legal $ 10,000 Installation of backfill, armour stone and rip rap 322,000 Restoration and revegetation 18.000 TOTAL $350.000 The works will be carried out partially on lands owned by the City of North York and the balance on Authority property No work will be carried out on private lands and therefore no private contribution is required; however, 19, 11 and 17 Carmel Court will be required to sign our standard indemnification agreement This Project is being designed and will be carried out in accordance with the Class Environmental Assessment for Water Management Structures for the Conservation Authorities of ontario FINANCIAL DETAILS Funds for this Project will be raised as follows Grant Supported (MNR) $192,500 Levy Supported (Metro) 157.500 TOTAL S350.000 This project will be carried out under the Authority'S Erosion Control and Slope Stabilization Project for the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, Account No 145-04-000 D-1l4 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 15/91. HELD JUNE 28. 1991 SECTION II - ITEMS FOR EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE CONSIDERATION 6. BELLAMY RAVINE EROSION CONTROL PROJECT -proaress Reoort and 1991 Work proaram KEY ISSUE To complete the construction of the erosion control and slope rehabilitation works in the Bellamy Ravine, City of Scarborough Res. 170 Moved by: Bev Salmon Seconded by: Blake Kinahan THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE EXECUTIVE THAT staff be directed to proceed with the last phase of the construction of the erosion control works for the Bellamy Ravine Project in the City of scarborouqh at a total estimated cost of $70,000. CARRIED BACKGROUND At Authority Meeting 13/85, held March 29, 1985, by resolution 163, the Authority approved Addendum No 1 to the Bellamy Ravine Project at an estimated cost of $2,500,000 Construction began in May of 1986 and was expected to take four to five years to complete, depending on the availability of fill material In 1986, the Authority staff completed the property negotiations and were able to establish our work compound, upgrade the access to facilitate heavy construction traffic, complete the channel improvements in the upper ravine and begin the major filling required in the lower ravine In 1987, good progress was made with the filling operation and 200 m of the middle channel was completed In 1988, the ravine invert was raised to the design grade along its entire length, and the slope buttressing began on the easterly side of the ravine In 1989, we completed the channel and the slope buttressing on the eastside Last year we completed the slope buttressing on the west side of the ravine and the armouring of the headland To date, 105,000 trucks have entered the site and approximately 735,000 cubic metres of fill have been placed We had hoped to complete the Project in 1990, but unfortunately the slow down in the construction industry resulted in a decrease in the fill receipts This delayed the completion of the slope buttress until late in the year As a result, the final clean up and restoration was rescheduled for 1991 DETAILS or WORK TO BB DONB In 1991, the Authority plans to establish a turf cover on the remaining slopes, carry out an extensive planting program, upgrade our construction road to a permanent maintenance road and carry out the necessary clean up This work is estimated to cost $70,000 FINANCIAL DETAILS Funds for this project are available and the Authority'S Erosion Control Program, Bellamy Ravine Project, Account No 149-01-000 , 0-115 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 15/91. HELD JUNE 28. 1991 SECTION II - ITEMS FOR EXECUTIVE COMKITTEE CONSIDERATION 7 PROJECT FOR EROSION CONTROL AND SLOPE STABILIZATION IN THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK 1987-1991 -PROPOSED SLOPE STABILIZATION WORKS AT THE REAR OF 73 BIRCH AVENUE, TOWN OF RICHMOND HILL KEY ISSUE To construct erosion control and slope stabilization works at the rear of 73 Birch Avenue in the Town of Richmond Hill Res. 171 Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: John McGinnis CARRIED .. THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE EXECUTIVE THAT staff be directed to proceed with the construction of the erosion control works at the rear of 73 Birch Avenue, Town of Ricbaond Hill under the project for Erosion Control and Slope Stabilization in the Reqional Municipality of York 1987-1991 at a total estimated cost of $50,000. BACKGROUND Birch Avenue is located in the Town of Richmond Hill in the vicinity of Carrville Road and Bathurst Street No 73 Birch Avenue is located at the crest of the Little Don River Valley The valley wall is approximately 7 m high and the creek is coincident with the base of the valley slope Ongoing erosion has encroached to within 4 m of the house located right at the crest of the valley slope Until the erosion is corrected and the slope restored, there will be a risk of further slope movement which may endanger the house As a result, staff are recommending that remedial works be carried out this year DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE In order to protect No 73 Birch Avenue, we are recommending the erosion be addressed by armouring the river bank with stone and the slope repaired by constructing a filled slope as shown on the attached plans The estimated cost to carry out this work is as follows ACTIVITY COST Survey & Legal $ 1,000 Access Preparation & Maintenance 2,000 Sediment Control 1,500 Construction of a Rip Rap & Armour Stone Retaining Wall 25,000 Construction of an Engineered Fill Slope 15,000 Restoration 1,000 contingencies Approximately 10\ 4.500 TOTAL $50.000 This project is being carried out in accordance with the Class Environmental Assessment for Water Management Structures of the Conservation Authorities of ontario FINANCIAL DETAILS project policy states that where private property is benefitting directly from the proposed works that the owner(s) must agree to make a suitable contribution towards the cost of the works by way of money and/or lands 0-116 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 15/91. HELD JUNE 28. 1991 SECTION II - ITEMS FOR EXECUTIVE COKMITTEE CONSIDERATION 7. PROJECT FOR EROSION CONTROL AND SLOPE STABILIZATION IN THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK 1987-1991 -Proposed Slope Stabilization Works at the rear of 73 Birch Avenue, Town of Richmond Hill fcontd.) In the case of the Birch Avenue project, all the works will be carried out on public lands; therefore, no private contribution will be required The owners will be required to execute our standard indemnification agreement The funds for this project will be raised as follows Grant Supported (MNR) $27,500 Levy Supported (York Region) 22.500 .. TOTAL $50.000 This project will be carried out under the Authority'S Erosion Control and Slope Stabilization for the Regional Municipality of York, Account No 147-01-000 8. OAK RIDGES MORAINE -Plannina Study and Implementation Guidelines KEY ISSUE Release of implementation guidelines and initiation of a two-year planning study of the Oak Ridges Moraine by the Ministry of Natural Resources Res. 172 Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Lois Griffin CARRIED THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE EXECUTIVE THAT staff be directed to prepare a report to the Board with re.pect to the Ministry of Natural Resources' Implementation Guideline. and the terms of reference for a two-year Planninq Study for the Oak Ridqe. Moraine. BACKGROUND The Minister of Natural Resources held a press conference at Lake St George on Monday, June 24, 1991, to announce the initiation of the two-year Oak Ridges Moraine Planning Study and to release the implementation guidelines to protect significant features and control development while the Planning Study is in progress. The Authority, in March, 1990, circulated Interim Planning Guidelines as recommendations to municipalities prior to the completion of the "Space For All" Report and anticipated provincial action Subsequent to the release of "Space For All" in July, 1990, the Authority'S guidelines became input to the Ministry of Natural Resources in its development of implementation guidelines Authority staff have now received copies of the guidelines and been invited to meet with Ministry staff Friday, June 28, 1991, to discuss roles, responsibilities and processing of proposals Followinq this meeting and an opportunity to review, in depth, the implementation guidelines, staff will provide a further report to the Board 0-117 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 15/91. HELD JUNE 28. 1991 SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD 9. BOAT USER FEES It was agreed that staff would give consideration to the means that may be available to collect boat user fees to assist in defraying the cost of maintaining public boating facilities within the Authority'S jurisdiction TERMINATION The meeting terminated at 11 35 AM, June 28, 1991 Don Jackson w. A. McLean Chairman Secretary-Treasurer /bb \ ~ , the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority minutes 0-118 WATER AND RELATED LAND 30-AUGUST-1991 #6/91 MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD The Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board met in Black Creek Pioneer Village visitors Centre on Friday, August 30, 1991 The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 10 a m PRESENT Chairman Don Jackson Vice Chairman Lois Griffin Members Lois Hancey Roger Hollander Blake Kinahan Ron Moran Bev Salmon Joyce Trimmer Kip Van Kempen Chairman of the Authority John McGinnis ABSENT Member Ila Bossons Maja Prentice · MINUTES Res. #73 Moved by: Kip Van Kempen Seconded by: Ron Moran THAT the Minutes of Meetinq #5/91 be approved. CARRIED DELEGATIONS Lynn Morrow, of the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto Planning Department, gave a presentation on the New Waterfront Plan, with reference to item 9 of these minutes Mr Robert Oldman, representing the West Rouge Canoe Club, was avallable to answer questions on item 8 of these minutes, Frenchman's Bay, West Rouge Canoe Club CORRESPONDENCE Res. 174 Moved by: Bev Salmon Seconded by: Lois Hancey THAT the correspondence from Sharon Jones, dated Auqust 26, 1991, respectinq the West Don channel through Hogqs HOllow, be received and dealt with prior to ite. 10 of these minutes. CARRIED I 0-119 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGBKENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 16/91. HELD AUGUST 30. 1991 SECTION I - ITBKS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 1. REPORT ON THB CHARGING OF WATER MANAGBKBNT PROGRAM FEES -Ministry of Natural Resources/conservation Authorities working Grouo Reoort KEY ISSUE Adoption of the recommendations of the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR)/ Conservation Authorities (CA) Working Group Report on water management program fees Res. 175 Moved by: Blake Kinahan Seconded by: Roger Hollander THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the reco..endations of the Ministry of Natural Resources/conservation Authority workinq Group Report on Water Manaqement proqram Fees be endorsed. AND FURTHER THAT the Association of Conservation Authorities of Ontario (ACAO) be advised that The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (MTRCA) supports the recommendations of the report. CARRIED BACKGROUND In October of 1990, a joint MNR/CA working group was established to review the issue of water management fees This group was formed in response to several issues relating to these fees, notably the absence of a legislative framework and inconsistencies in services and rates The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority provided the working group with information on its water management fees RATIONALE The recommendations of the group are as follows 1 That the Conservation Authorities Act be amended to confirm the practice by conservation authorities of Charging and collecting fees for various water management program activities, including legal and real estate inquiries, and applications and permits under Section 28 Regulations 2 That conservation authorities, in establishing fee schedules for various activities within their water management programs give consideration to the following . the nature and level of fees charged by neighbouring conservation authorities, particularly where applicants (eg utilities, major developers, municipalities) will be SUbject to charges in more than one authority; . the nature and level of local municipal rates for similar services and activities; . the costs of administering the program; . the level of effort involved in the administration of the program (eg costs of review and effort will vary significantly with changes in density and complexity of applications and a general charge on a per lot basis may not be appropriate) . a distinction should be made between major and minor works or activities ) That conservation authorities not impose a fee for either the execution of, or the registration on title of save harmless agreements related to water management activities I (}-120 WATER AND RELATBD LAND MAHAGBKBNT ADVISORY BOARD MBETING '6/91. HELD AUGUST 30. 1991 SBCTION I - ITBKS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 1. RBPORT ON THE CHARGING OF WATER KANAGBKENT PROGRAM FEES -Ministry of Natural Resources/Conservation Authorities Working Grouo Reoort ( Co!1.~ 4 That conservation authorities not impose a fee for conducting hearings under section 28(3) of the Conservation Authorities Act 5 That conservation authorities administer fee charges for development review activities only in conjunction with the Section 28 application and permit process, not as a separate review process under the Planning Act 6 That the ACAO, in conjunction with MNR, establish a policy for the application of fees such that all participating conservation authorities in the province are consistent in defining which agencies and public corporations are charged fees and which are excepted 7 That all conservation authorities establish formal notification procedures for informing the public and key client groups at the time of the initiation or revision of fee structures and that notification be continued on a regular basis 8 That conservation authorities adopt a formal appeal mechanism to identify the appeal process that is available to an applicant or any member of the public relative to the fee structure that is proposed or in place 9 That in conjunction with the proposed amendment to the Conservation Authorities Act that would allow conservation authorities to cha~ge and collect water management program fees, consideration be given to establishing a formal appeal mechanism under the legislation 10 That each participating C A incorporate as Authority Policy and/or add into its Administration Resolutions, a fees administration guideline encompassing the fee schedule, a schedule identifying to whom fees apply, a review and revision process, notification process and appeal mechanism 11 That C A 's account for revenues generated by water management program fees separately and apply revenues against program costs involved in generating those revenues Details Of Work To Be Done In terms of impact on existing MTRCA practice, the recommendations will not require changes in our fee administration We do not currently charge f~ hearings and do not use "save" harmless agreements The recommendations should provide the basis for a better established administrative framework The Authority's fee schedule was prepared having regard to those of adjacent conservation authorities Fees are reviewed annually as part of the Budget preparation process News releases and direct mailing inform client groups of the fee schedule annually The Authority has not outlined a formal appeal mechanism In this regard, the further work proposed by the Ministry of Natural Resources/Conservation Authorities Working Group would be beneficial When reviewing the fee schedule for 1992, staff will have regard to the recommendations of the working group ! D-12l WATER AND RELATBD LAND MANAGEMBNT ADVISORY BOARD MEBTING 16/91. HELD AUGUST 30. 1991 SBCTION I - ITBKS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDBRATION 2. OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENTS FOR ENVIRONMENTALLY SIGNIFICANT AREAS KEY ISSUB Report on the possibility of the Authority being able to initiate offLcial plan amendments for designated environmentally significant areas Res. 176 Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Blake Kinahan THB BOARD RECOKKBNDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the current practice of requestinq .unicipalities to include environaentally siqnificant areas in appropriate desiqnations as planninq docuaents are updated be continulld; AND FURTHER THAT the Authority continue to seek fundinq for the Environmentally siqnificant Areas update study. AMENDMBNT Moved by: Joyce Tri_er Res. 177 Seconded by: Roqer Hollander THAT a report on the status of Environmentally siqnificant Areas be prepared for the Water and Related Land Manaqement Advisory Board Meetinq to be held October 11, 1991. THB AMENDMENT WAS ........ ......... ............ ..... .......... CARRIED THE MOTION, AS AMENDBD, WAS . ........ ........ . . ............. CARRIBD BACKGROUND At Authority meeting #3/91 it was requested "THAT staff report back on the possibility of the Authority being able to initiate official plan amendments to designated environmentally significant areas " Staff contacted Ms Wendy Noble, Director, Municipal Planning Policy Branch of the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and asked her written opinion on the matter (letter dated July 18, 1991) Ms Noble indicated that the Authority could initiate an official plan amendment and that any application would be subject to the specific requirements of each municipality At a minimum they would require supportive information and there would have to be a process of consultation with the public and interested agencies The practice of the Authority to date has been to request member municipalities to include environmentally significant areas in appropriate designations as their planning documents are updated The consultation and review by other agencies is then done as part of the normal plan review process The original Environmentally Significant Areas study was done in 1982 and only looked at areas for which there was mapping at that time There is a need to review the criteria used in the original study to re-inventory the sites previously designated and to look at additional areas that were not inventoried during the 1982 study It is the opinion of staff that a full review of the Authority'S environmentally significant areas policy and full site review should be undertaken prior to the initiation of any official plan amendments by the Authority The process of initiating amendments in each municipality under the Authority'S jurisdiction will be very costly and time consuming It is recommended that the current practice be continued pending the proposed review, update and extension of the E S A study j J)-122 WATBR AND RBLATBD LAND MANAGEMBNT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 16/91. HBLD AUGUST 30. 1991 SECTION I - ITBKS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDBRATION 3. SPECIAL PROJBCT FUNDING THROUGH THE MINISTRY OF THE ENVIRONMENT KEY ISSUE The Ministry of the Environment has made funding available to The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (MTRCA) to carry out several joint projects during 1991-92 Res. 178 Moved by: Ron Moran Seconded by: Kip Van Ke.pen THE BOARD RECOKKBNDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the sumaary of special projects beinq carried out with the Ministry of the Environment durinq 1991-92, as set out in the report dated 1991.08.20., be received for information. CARRIED BACKGROUND The following initiatives will be carried out jointly by the MTRCA and the Ministry of the Environment, during 1991-92 "Toronto and Area Watershed Manaaement Studies" Initiatives The Water Resources Branch of the Ministry of the Environment has contributed money to the MTRCA to carry out joint projects relating to the Toronto and Area Watershed Management Studies (TAWMS) . Initiatives identified for 1991-92 include the completion of Rouge River Water Quality Studies; research into the use of constructed wetlands to treat stormwater; development of Generic Master Drainage Plan Guidelines; and support to the Construction Practices study described below A number of additional projects of interest to both the Ministry and the MTRCA will be considered for this funding later in the year These include the Watershed Impact Study; a study of the cumulative impacts of development; a project to demonstrate innovative SUb-division design; and a project to investigate natural channel designs for urban streams Construction Practices Study The Office of the Minister of the Environment has awarded the MTRCA funds, under the Clean Sweep Lottery Prog~am, to carry out a project entitled, "Demonstration Project for Improved Subdivision Design and Planning and Construction Practices" ("construction Practices Study") This project represents part of the Metro Toronto Remedial Action Plan's 1991/92 workplan and the award was in response to a Ministry of the Environment request for funding due to the project's expected environmental benefits This eighteen month study will assess the ability and availability of planning and technological controls at reducing negative environmental impacts of construction practices Particular attention will be given to erosion and sedimentation controls Stormwater Pond Monitorina Study The Water Resources Branch of the Ministry of the Environment will participate with the MTRCA in a Stormwater Pond Monitoring Study During this eighteen month study, the agencies will attempt to evaluate the effectiveness of traditional wet detention ponds at achieving water quality control benefits Water quality monitoring programs will be designed for two wet detention ponds, namely, Heritage Estates Pond in RiChmond Hill in , the Don River watershed and Markville Pond in Markham in the Rouge River watershed I -- D-l23 WATER AND RZLATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEBTING "'91. HBLD AUGUST 30. 1991 SBCTION I - ITEMS ~OR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 3. SPECIAL PROJBCT ~UNDING THROUGH THE MINISTRY OF THB BNVIRONMENT fcon~ FINANCIAL DETAILS Funding for the above-mentioned projects will be drawn, completely, from the following Ministry of the Environment sources: Annual TAWMS Funding $210,000 - 1991-92 Cleansweep Lottery $75,000 Water Resources Branch $70,000 4. ECOSYSTEM PLANNING FORUM KEY ISSUB To report on staff's progress in organizing the Ecosystem Planning Forum, a recommendation of the "A Crisis In Confidence?" report (January 18, 1991) Res. 179 Moved by: Ron Moran Seconded by: Kip Van Xe.pen THE BOARD RECOKKBNDS TO THB AUTHORITY THAT the staff report, dated 1991.08.12, on the Ecosyste. Planninq Forua be received. CARRUD BACKGROUND At Authority Meeting 19/90, the report "A crisis In Confidence?" was adopted One of the recommendations within this report was as follows "AND FURTHER THAT the Provincial Ministries, the Deputy Minister for the Greater Toronto Area, the member municipalities and the Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront, be invited to take part in a forum that would have as its Objective, the determination of an ecosystem planning process, that they would support " The issue of ecosystem planning within the Greater Toronto Area has become a focus of many agencies and organizations The purpose of the workshop is to gather provincial, municipalities, conservation authorities, and non- government agencies that see the requirement of integrating ecosystem planning within the land use planning process This integration has been recommended within a number of reports, including Plannina for sustainability - Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront; Watersheds - Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront; Greensoace Strateay - The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority; and Metrooolitan Toronto Government Strateaic Plan. May 1991 - The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto I ))-124 WATER AND RELATZD LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 16/91. HBLD AUGUST 30. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 4. ECOSYSTEM PLANNING PORUM f C(m~!L.l. There will be a number of presentations on the ecosystem and the current approaches presently utilized by different agencies on ecosystem planning, which will be discussed at the workshop sessions The intent of the workshop is to produce a document that will outline a method(s) to implement this process and hopefully will assist the appropriate agencies to plan on an ecosystem basis staff is proceeding to organize this forum for the fall of 1991, and hdS had preliminary discussions with staff of the Ministries of the Environment and Natural Resources, Metropolitan Toronto, and the Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront These discussions have provided some ideas for the forum, which staff is intended to incorporate in a preliminary agenda The final agenda would be discussed with those agencies indicated in the recommendation At this time, staff is proposing the forum be held on November 21st, 1991, at the Chestnut Inn (downtown) When final details are completed for the forum, staff will report back 5. VEGETATION MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP KEY ISSUZ To develop vegetation management guidelines to assist in the design and review of planting/restoration plans To provide direction for selecting species for propagation by the nursery Res. 180 Moved by: Ron Moran Seconded by: Kip Van Kempen THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the staff report, dated 1991.08.15., on the veqetation manage.ent workshop be received. CARRIED BACKGROUND With the current focus by many resource planning and management agencies on using an "ecosystem approach" and utilizing native species in restoration/reforestation projects, staff felt it was time to develop practical guidelines for implementing planting designs that foster this approach As a starting point in the development of guidelines, staff held a one day workshop in June of 1991 The morning was devoted to presentations on various aspects of site revegetation staff was extremely fortunate to have the following experts offer their time Dr John Ambrose of the Metro Zoo (formerly of the Guelph Arboretum); Jim Dougan of Dougan and Associates, Guelph; Jo Rich of Hawkswood Nursery, Elmira; and William Granger, Director of Urban Design Division, City of North York The topics that were covered included Practical concerns in woodland restoration; opportunities to enhance natural regeneration and the use of "seed banks"; Planting vegetation communities suitable to specific site conditions; The importance of non-woody native species in restoration; Examples in the City of North York where renaturalization has been undertaken ) D-l25 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGBMENT ADVISORY BOARD MBETING 16/91. HBLD AUGUST 30. 1991 SECTION I - ITBHB FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 5. VEGBTATION MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP fcont~ During the afternoon, the participants were divided into smaller groups and asked to apply the knowledge gained from the morning sessions utilizing case studies It was hoped that the workshop would bring together individuals directly involved in the operational aspects of preparing planting/restoration plans, reviewing plans, or undertaking plantings in order to develop d common understanding of the overall principle of "naturalization" To facilitate this, staff issued invitations to specific individuals within the Authority, Provincial ministries, member municipalities, and non- government organizations that were directly involved in designing and undertaking revegetation works The workshop provided an opportunity to discuss the logistical problems of using native species such as problems with obtaining stock and inhospitable site conditions For those less familiar with the trend to naturalization and using native species, the workshop provided some basic information on what they should be looking for when designing or reviewing restoration plans There was an overwhelming consensus among the workshop participants supporting the concepts of naturalization and using native species for restoration plantings DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE Through plan input and review, staff will be promoting the use of native species and planting vegetation communities When providing technical advice to special interest groups that wish to undertake plantings, staff will again promote the principles of naturalization using native materials The Authority nursery will grow primarily native species and will, through propagation experiments, expand the variety of native tree and shrub species grown in the regular program Staff will continue to work on the development of vegetation management guidelines Copies of the presentations that were distributed at the workshop will be made available to those interested I \ [)-126 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 16/91. HBLD AUGUST 30. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 6. ATARATIRI DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUAT~ON STUDY REPORT - Leqal Ooinion KEY ISSUB The Authority Solicitor, the firm of Gardiner, Roberts, has responded to the Authority'S request regarding its position taken on the Ataratiri Project Res. 181 Moved by: Blake Kinahan Seconded by: Joyce Tri_er THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the comments provided by the firm of Gardiner, Roberts reqardinq potential liabilities of the Authority in respect to its position taken on the Ataratiri Project be received tor information; AND FURTHER THAT the Ministries of Environment, Natural Resources, Municipal Affairs, and Housinq and Metropolitan Toronto and the City .,r Toronto be advised accordingly. CARRIED BACKGROUND At Authority Meeting 14/91, held June 14/91, the Authority finalized its comments in the Ataratiri-Draft Environmental Evaluation Study Please refer to Authority Minutes 14/91, Resolutions 1124 (Appendix AM 14), 1125 (Amendment 11) and 1126 (Amendment #2) Amendment 11 addressed the timing of completion of flood control works as related to the issuance of building permits and further required that the flood protection be done in such a way that increased risk does not occur in other areas at any time Amendment 12 stated "THAT in the carrying out of any flood control works specific to the protection of the Ataratiri Project there be no cost to the Authority AND FURTHER THAT the Authority's Solicitors be asked to comment on potential liabilities of the Authority in respect to its position taken in the Ataratiri Project " The Authority'S solicitors were therefore requested to comment RATIONALB correspondence dated July 18/91 was received from Mr John Parkinson of Gardiner, Roberts Excerpts from this correspondence are as follows "We do not find a basis for liability to land owners west of the Don River now exposed to flood damage by reason of the refusal of the Authority to permit the flood-proofing of the Ataratiri site in circumstances when the risk to other land owners would be increased " "As a corollary to our comment on Question No 1 we are of the oplnion that the Authority would be liable to those land owners east of the Don River and, indeed, those land owners north of the site whose risk of flooding is increased by virtue of the Authority approving the flOOd-proofing of the Ataratiri site This liability would extend to ) 0-127 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 16/91. HELD AUGUST 30. 1991 6. ATARATIRI DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION STUDY REPORT - Leqal Ooinion (contd.) land owners who are at risk to the extent that the risk increased if damage is suffered It is no defence to an action by these land owners that more lands to the west were flood-proofed." As a result of these comments, there does not appear to be the need for the Authority to revise its decision The Ataratiri SPA Technical Committee is currently discussing the implications of the Authority's decision and the necessary measures to achieve its objectives Future reports will be forthcoming 7. THE VALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION PROJECTS IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO, AND THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITIES OF PEEL, YORK AND DURHAM 1992-1997 -Proqress Reoort and Pool of Erosion Sites KEY ISSUE Staff have prepared a progress report and a pool of priorities list related to proposed future works for the Valley and Shoreline Regeneration Projects in Metropolitan Toronto and the Regional Municipalities of Peel, York and Durham Res. 182 Moved by: Ron Moran Seconded by: Kip Van Kempen THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the pool of priorities for the Valley and Shoreline Reqeneration Projects in the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and the Reqional Municipalities of peel, York an~ Durhalll: 1992-1997 be approved as shown in WR.396 CARRIED BACKGROUND In view of the large number of sites requiring erosion control works, major remedial work is carried out on a technical priority basis defined by the degree of hazard associated with the problem The technical priorities are reassessed, at least once, during our annual exercise whereby all the sites on our inventory are visited and monitored This review reflects the dynamics of the erosion processes and the addition of any new sites and, therefore, ensures that the works we are proposing for a given year are addressing technically the most hazardous sites within our area of jurisdiction The degree of hazard is evaluated and priorities established for an erosion site by considering the effects on the distance to structures, rate of erosion and the physical properties of the slope The lists provided in appendix WR 396 reflect the review and ranking carried out in the summer of 1991 These priority lists are used to determine what sites should be included with the Project File submissions to the Ministry of Natural Resources and in helping to formulate the 1992 preliminary budget for the erosion control program ! ))-128 WATER AND RBLATBD LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING "/91. HBLD AUGUST 30. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDBRATION 8. FRENCHHAN'S BAY - West Rouae Canoe Club KEY ISSUB To consider a request by the West Rouge Canoe Club to use the Authority's Frenchman's Bay West property in 1991 and be incorporated into the Frenchman's Bay West Concept Plan Res. 183 Moved by: Kip Van Kempen Seconded by: Blake Kinahan THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the West Rouqe Canoe Club be advised that use of Frencbaan's Bay West property in 1991 cannot be accomaodated; THAT the Club be advised to consider discussions with the Frencbman's Bay Yacht Club to utilize their facilities for the short tera; THAT staff be directed to review the lonq tera proposal in teras of incorporation into the Frenchman's Bay West Concept Plan; AND FURTHER THAT the Town of pickering be so advised CARRIED BACKGROUND Following consideration of the Frenchman's Bay West Concept Plan at the Authority meeting on June 14, 1991, the West Rouge Canoe Club submitted the attached two proposals The Club is requesting use of part of the Authority lands in 1991 as a temporary training centre on Frenchman's Bay In addition, the Club requests that a permanent training centre for the West Rouge Canoe Club be incorporated into the Frenchman's Bay West Park Concept Plan approved by the Authority on June 14, 1991 RATIONALB Authority staff have reviewed the short term proposal and are of the opinion that the Authority would b~ in violation of the holding zone provision in the zoning bylaw pending resolution of the concept plan Staff would suggest that the Club approach the Frenchman's Bay Yacht Club to see if an appropriate arrangement could be negotiated The long term proposal, however, as outlined in the submission, does have merit for further consideration The proposed use by the West Rouge Canoe Club which is currently located at the mouth of the Rouge River appears compatible with the objectives of the Frenchman's Bay West Concept Plan WORK TO BB DONB Upon consideration by the Authority, staff will review in detail the long range proposal by the West Rouge Canoe Club with the Town of Pickering and appropriate agencies I 0-129 WATZR AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 16/91. HELD AUGUST 30. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 9 PLANNING DIRZCTIONS FOR THE METROPOLITAN WATZRFRONT DRAFT REPORT DATED JULY 12, 1991, PREPARZD BY THB METROPOLITAN TORONTO PLANNING DEPARTMENT KEY ISSUB Authority comments on the draft report prepared by the Metropolitan Toronto Planning Department entitled "Planning Directions for the Metropolitan Waterfront" dated July 12, 1991 Res. 184 Moved byz Lois Hancey Seconded by: John McGinnis THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the Authority advise The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto that it supports the concepts outlined in the draft report entitled "Planning Directions for the Metropolitan Waterfront" as the basis for the develop.ent of a new waterfront plan and subsequent Official Plan Policies; since they are consistent with the Authority'S 1980 Watershed Plan and 1989 Greenspace Strateqy; THAT the Authority continue to work with Metropolitan Toronto in the development of a new Waterfront Plan and Official Plan POlicies in an ecosystem context which will provide the basis for the develop.ent of the Authority'S continued role on the waterfront as well as support for the Authority'S watershed based proqrams and Projects; AND FURTHER THAT copies of the staff report and recollllllendation be forwarded to the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and the cities of Toronto, Scarborough and Etobicoke for their information. AMENDMBNT 11 Moved by: Joyce Tri..er Res. 185 Seconded by: Blake Itinahan THAT the first paraqraph in the recollllllendation be amended to read THE BOARD RECOMMBNDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the Authority advise the Municipality of xetropolitan Toron~o that it supports the concepts outlined in the draft report entitled "Planning Directions for the Metropolitan Waterfront" as the basis for the development of a new waterfront plan and subsequent Official Plan Policies; since they are consistent with the Authority'S 1980 Watershed Plan and 1989 Greenspace strateqy; provided that the final report be brouqht back to the Authority for review and comment and that the concepts within the final report remain consistent with the Authority'S 1980 Watershed Plan and Greenspace strateqy. AMENDMENT 11 WAS .............. ............................... . C~RRIBD AMENDMENT 12 Moved byz Kip Van Ite.pen Res. 186 Seconded by: John McGinni. THAT the Authority recommend to Metropolitan Toronto that neiqhbourinq municipalities be included in discussions of the Waterfront Plan at an early staqe. AMENDMENT 12 WAS . . . . ....... ...... ..... .... ....... ... .... CARRIED ) 0-130 WATBR l\lfD RBLA'lBD r:lum KAJlAGInI..... ADVISORY BOARD MBBTING 11/91. HELD AUGUST 30. 1991 SBCTION I - ITBKS POR AUTHORITY COHSIDBRATIOH 9. PLANNING DIRBCTIONS POR THS KBTROPOLITAlf WATBRI'ROIIT DRAft RSPORT DATBD JULY 12, 1991, PRSPARSD BY TBB METROPOLITAN TORONTO PLAHHING DBPARTKBNT (oont4. ) AKBHDMBHT 13 Move4 by: Lob Griffin Re.. 187 Seoon4e4 bya John lIoGinnb THAT the Authority reoo..en4 to Metropolitan Toronto that llarie curti. Park an4 vicinity be inclu4e4 a. a Speoial Character De.iqnation; AHD FURTHER THAT the Authority reco..en4 to Metropolitan Toronto that the Planninq Direction. for the M.tro Waterfront Draft Report recoqnis. hasar4. a..ociate4 with floo4inq an4 erosion and that appropriate polioie. be 4eveloped to support the Authority'. respon.ibilitie. in the.. area.. AllBllDMBNT #3 DS ................................................ CARRIID THB MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDBD, WAS ................................ CARRIIlD BACItGROUHD The council of Metropolitan Toronto approved the preparation of a new Metropolitan Waterfront Plan in March of 1990 The intent of the new Plan is to provide policies which recognize the unique character of the waterfront and which are complementary to those in the Official Plan Specific policies flowing from the preparation of the Waterfront Plan will be incorporated into the Metro Official Plan, which is currently beinq reviewed and updated One of the first steps in the preparation of a new Metro Toronto Waterfront Plan was the preparation of a draft document entitled "Planning Directions for the Metropolitan Waterfront" This document when finalized, will represent a framework for future directions for the Metro Waterfront The document states that: "Planning for the waterfront and river valley systems will be fully inteqrated within an ecosystem context, consistent with the approach described by the Metropolitan and Toronto Conservation Authority in its 1980 Watershed Plan The new Metropolitan Waterfront Plan will provide a completely fresh basis for policy making and issue resolution with respect to our understanding of shoreline processes It will provide a context for reviewing progress since the 1967 Waterfront Plan and give direction for future joint endeavour with the MTRCA " This planninq initiative will develop a new Waterfront Plan and will also identify the role the Authority will continue to play on the waterfront. This document and the subsequent plan are of great importance to the Authority. This report is intended to provide the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board with an overview of the draft Planninq Directions report and as a basis for the Authority's comments. The Planninq Directions report commits Metropolitan Toronto to an ecosystem approach in preparing its new Waterfront Plan It also states that the over~ll goal for the Metro waterfront is 0-131 WATER AND RBLATED LAND MANAGBKEHT ADVISORY BOARD XBBTING 16/91. HBLD AUGUST 30. 1991 SBCTION 1 - ITRKA POR AUTHORITY CONSIDBRATIOM 9. PLANNING DIRBCTIONS POR THE MBTROPOLITAIf WATERFRONT DRAI'T RBPORT DATBD JULY 12, 1991, PRBPARBD BY THB MBTROPOLITAIf TORONTO PLAHNING DEPARTMBHT f contd. ) . "to ensure that the Metropolitan waterfront is clean and publicly accessible through the \ development of policies, programs and plans which are effective, efficient, environmentally and economically sound, and socially equitable. . to increase the awareness, understanding and appreciation of the waterfront as a public resource while fostering society's responsibility as stewards of the ecosystem." The concept of an ecosystem approach and the stated goals are consistent with and supported by the Authority's Waterfront Program, in its 1980 Watershed Plan, and the Greenspace strategy, adopted in 1989 The priorities established in the Planning Directions report are also consistent with the Authority's objectives for not only the Metro Toronto waterfront, but also for the Pickering and Ajax waterfront In recognition of an ecosystem approach and the realization that the planning of the waterfront must recognize a somewhat larger planning area than in the past, a new definition of the "waterfront" has been proposed This new definition reflects "zones of influence" which include such things as drainage patterns, shoreline processes and land use influences The proposed definition includes a greater land base than presently defined in the existing Official Plan The draft report contains a map which illustrates the extent of the new definition of the waterfront This new definition clearly identifies the relationship of the waterfront to the river valleys, and the shoreline, and to the relatively large land area abutting the shoreline which is deemed to have an influence on the waterfront The Authority has long recognized the need to relate the valley systems and their watersheds to the planning of the waterfront and to recognize the affect that existing or proposed land use has on the waterfront The recognition of this zone of influence in Metro's Planning Directions, will improve Metro's ability to achieve an ecosystem approach to the planning and development of this area It should also strengthen the Authority's ability to coordinate and implement intermunicipal watershed strategies This initiative should be supported by the Authority and the new definition of the waterfront, and subsequent policies, be reflected in the new Official Plan The report recommends a strategic framework on which to develop the plan This framework contains three elements, namely 1) Biophysical structure; 2) Urban structure; and, 3) special Character Designations The Authority'S interests on the waterfront are mainly with respect to the proposed biophysical structure and the special character designations D-132 WATBR AND RELATBD LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 16/91. HELD AUGUST 30. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 9. PLANNING DIRBCTIONS FOR THE METROPOLITAN WATERFRONT DRAFT REPORT J>ATED JULY 12, 1991, PREPARED BY THE METROPOLITAN TORONTO PLANNING DEPARTMENT fCOI1~ Bioohvsical structure The report recommends the establishment of a new planning unit called the "geoshed" The purpose of this unit is to recognize the relationships between coastal processes and the watershed drainage systems It further recommends that this unit be the basis for the integration of valleyland and waterfront policies in the Official Plan The report recommends four "geosheds" 1 Etobicoke - comprising the watersheds of the Etobicoke and Mimic!) Creeks and the shoreline and near shore area between them 2 Humber - comprising the Humber River watershed and the near shore area between Humber Bay and the Western Gap 3 Don - comprising the Don watershed and the near shore area between the Western Gap and the westerly section of the Scarborough Bluffs 4 Highland, Rouge - comprising the Rouge, Highland and Petticoat watersheds and the near shore area along the bluffs to the mouth of the Rouge River The geosheds, as defined above, reflect the Authority's area of jurisdiction both along the shoreline and out into the lake and the watersheds of the six main river systems which drain through Metro Toronto The geoshed definition clearly reflects the Authority's Greenspace strategy and its statement of the need to do comprehensive watershed planning Metro has recognized that actions taken within the watershed, from the Oak Ridges Moraine to the lake, have an affect on the waterfront as a whole The geoshed concept, from the Authority's perspective, is another way of illustrating the relationships between the waterfront and the watersheds It is not stated, at this stage, what role that Metro proposes to play ~n the planning and management of thi$ larger planning unit The report states that "the geoshed is planning a tool It does not replace watershed planning but rather provides a larger context for such planning to occur " It is anticipated that Metro's recognition of the need to plan on an interregional, geoshed basis will strengthen intermunicipal cooperation and coordination and assist the Authority in achieving its role in watershed planning, as set out in the Greenspace Strategy It should also strengthen those Authority programs which have traditionally been based on the partnership concept and on the principle that work done within the watershed or on the waterfront benefits all Special Character Designations The Report defines the designation of a Special Character Area as a "mechanism for facilitating collaborative planning for areas of regional significance in which multiple jurisdictions have a direct interest and where opportunities exist to actively influence the character of the Metropolitan waterfront " ) 0-133 WATBR AND RELATBD LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 16/91. HELD AUGUST 30. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDBRATION 9. PLANNING DIRBCTIONS FOR THB METROPOLITAN WATBRFRONT DRAFT RBPORT DATBD JULY 12, 1991, PRBPARED BY THE METROPOLITAN TORONTO PLANNING DEPARTMENT fcontd.) Special Character Areas must have the following characteristics 1 Multiple jurisdictions involved; 2 Regional Significance; 3 Presence of a significant Metro Toronto property, facility or other interest; and, 4 Potential for Partnership Agreements Four Special Character Designations have been identified in the draft plan By definition, these areas will be subject to further detailed study The four recommended areas are 1 Mimico/Parklawn - This area includes the Motel strip, Humber River mouth, Humber Bay East and West parks; 2 Garrison Common - Exhibition Place, Ontario Place, etc ; 3 Port/East Bayfront/Lower Don - this area is self explanatory and, includes Tommy Thompson Park; and, 4 Port Union/East Point Park - this area is also self-explanatory and includes the mouth of the Rouge Staff agree that these four areas fit the definition of a special Character Area and that they will require further study and discussion with the many jurisdictions involved Staff had previously suggested that the Special Character Designation in the Port Union area be extended to include the Pickering side of the Rouge River This is reflected in the report Staff believe that there is justification to include a fifth area, at the mouth of the Etobicoke Creek, containing the existing Marie Curtis Metro Park and the Canada Post property, when this acquisition is finalized At this location, there is also the need to cooperate with the City of Mississauga who has proposed certain waterfront developments as part of its Waterfront Plan immediately adjacent to Marie Curtis Park Staff recommend that this area be added as a Special Character Area Policy Framework The Report identifies the need for a Policy Framework and indicates that the framework would be comprised of three elements 1) healthy waterfront; 2) accessible waterfront; and, 3) working waterfront The report identifies a goal for each element, a series of objectives, various issues and some directions which should be taken to address the issues identified Although, by necessity, the goals, objectives and directions are much broader than the Authority's direct interest, they are consistent with the Authority's stated goals and objectives within the Authority's Watershed Plan and Greenspace Strategy The one issue which is not dealt with is the hazards associated with flOOding and erosion This should be recognized and appropriate policies developed to support the Authority's responsibilities in these areas I 0-134 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEBTING 16/91. HELD AUGUST 30. 1"1 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION ,. PLANNING DIRECTIONS FOR THE METROPOLITAN WATERFRONT DRAFT REPORT DATED JULY 12, 1'91, PREPARED BY THB METROPOLITAN TORONTO PLANNING DEPARTMENT fcontd.) Implementation The report deals with implementation in a general way and notes that an expanded chapter will be forthcoming in the fall of 1991 Staff will report later on this aspect since implementation is the most important part of any planning exercise The Authority also has a major role in the implementation of the new Waterfront Plan The recognition by Metro Toronto of the need to plan on a "geoshed" (watershed) basis must be reflected in both policy development and in implementation mechanisms The Authority, with its watershed jurisdictlon and intermunicipal membership, can be an active partner in the establishment and implementation of cooperative actions necessary to fully achieve the ecosystem approach as outlined in the Planning Directions report The adoption of an ecosystem approach and the concept of the "geoshed" confirm that the interests of Metro Toronto extend well beyond its political boundaries The Authority through its many policies, programs, and projects can provide an effective mechanism for affecting planning issues on a watershed (geoshed) basis Examples of such programs include 1 Greenspace Protection and Acquisition Project 1992-1996; 2 Valley and Shoreline Regeneration Project 1992-1996; 3 Lake ontario Waterfront Regeneration Project 1992-1994; 4 Oak Ridges Moraine Private Land Stewardship Program; and, 5 Watershed Management Strategy Development The Authority is very supportive of Metro Toronto's recognition that its interests extend beyond its boundaries The Authority is looking forward to working with Metro and the other municipalities and agencies through our existing long standing partnership and the development of new innovative partnership agreements as necessary, to achieve our mutual objectives I 0-135 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 16/91. HBLD AUGUST 30. 1991 SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THB INFORMATION OF THB BOARD 10. FLOOD CONTROL PROGRAM FLOOD VULNERABLE AREA, WEST DON RIVER -Hoaas Hollow. East of Yonae street KEY ISSUB To report on the effects of the 1986 flooding events within Hoggs Hollow and on the status of the Rosedale Golf Course's request for fencing Res. 188 Moved by: Bev Salmon Seconded by: Lois Hancey IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT the report on the impacts of the 1986 flooding events within Hoqqs Hollow be received; AND FURTHER THAT staff continue to imple.ent its capital flood control proqraa in teras of the current priorization of flood centre.. MOTION TO DEFER Moved by: Bev Salmon Res. 189 Seconded by: Lois Hancey THAT this ite. be deferred to the October 11, 1991, Water and Related Land Manaqement Advisory Comaittee Meetinq. THE MOTION TO DEFER WAS .... ..... . . . . ....... ................. CARRIBD BACKGROUND At Authority meeting 12/91, Resolution 148 was adopted as follows THAT the recommendation that staff continue to implement its capital flood control program as outlined in the Watershed Plan; THAT staff continue to maintain the existing channel in an effort to minimize the risk of flooding; THAT the York Mills Valley Association be advised of the status of the permit request by the Rosedale Golf Course for fencing within the floodplain; AND FURTHER THAT staff continue to urge the provincial government to make funding available to clean out the upper reach of the channel (just east of Yonge Street); BE DEFERRED for a detailed report, to the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board, on the effect of the flood in 1986 and on the status of the request by the Rosedale Golf Course for fencing within the floodplain The Hoggs Hollow flood susceptible area is located on the West Branch of the Don River, east of Yonge street and west of Rosedale Golf Course (see attached plans). The Hoggs Hollow/York Mills Community is an area which historically developed in the floodplain and now has received Special Policy Area status to control redevelopment In 1966 a flood control channel was constructed to convey the more frequent floods The construction of the G Ross Lord Dam in 1973 provided further flood protection, however, the entire area remains within the regional floodplain A small area at the bottom end of the channel near the Rosedale Golf Course is flood vulnerable below the 100 year event Some residents in the area were alarmed by high flows in the channel in 1986 Some basements were flooded due to surcharging of sewers in the area, but direct flooding of homes from the river did not occur Some rear yards ) ( 0-136 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 16/91. HELD AUGUST 30. 1991 SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD 10. FLOOD CONTROL PROGRAM FLOOD VULNERABLB AREA, WEST DON RIVER -Hoaas Hollow. East of Yonae street (contd.l along the channel were flooded Discharges from G Ross Lord Dam during major events in August and september 1986 were some of the highest recorded, but were significantly reduced due to operations of the dam The August/september flood events of 1986 resulted in the highest recorded flows on both the Little Don River (August 15, 1986) and the Main Branch of the Don River (August 27, 1986) On the West Branch of the Don River at Hoggs Hollow, the highest recorded flow occurred on February 14, 1984 as a result of a rain on snow melt flood The flood events were still significant with the August 27, 1986 event being the second highest flow recorded and the September 11, 1986 event being the fourth highest flow recorded since 1960 when the stream gauge was installed The August 15th flood event was less significant being controlled by the Dam resulting in a flow through Hoggs Hollow which has been exceeded 26 times between 1960 and 1989 Historically, the Authority has no information identifying flooding within Hoggs Hollow prior to the three events mentioned, although higher flood events have occurred In addition to the historical review of flooding within the Hoggs Hollow area, an approximation of flows which would have occurred in 1986 without the G Ross Lord Dam in place was undertaken The following represents the peak recorded and estimated uncontrolled flows through Hoggs Hollow DATE RECORDED FLOW ESTIMATED UNCONTROLLED FLOW \ REDUCTION (Hoggs Hollow) (Without G Ross Lord Dam) , Aug 15/86 11 5 cms 45 cms 75\ Aug 27/86 63 9 cms 130 cms 51% Sept 11/86 39 cms 80 cms 51% A report prepared by the North York Works Department on the 1986 flooding in the Boggs Hollow area concluded that the basement flooding experienced was due to surcharging of the sanitary sewer systems High river flows may have contributed flow to the sewer due to inundation of manholes in the floodplain and river channel The city of North York and Metropolitan Toronto have identified this condition and have placed devices which restrict river flows from entering the sewers Higher river flows have been recorded along the Don River through Hoggs Hollow than those experienced in 1986 with no record of flooding However, basement flooding was experienced due to sewer surcharge during all three events during 1986, this reinforces the finding that the flooding experienced was not due to river flows alone, but more likely due to the intense rainfalls experienced with a potential for river flows entering the sewer with the restriction of river flows from entering the sewer, the potential impacts of the river influencing the sewer should have now been significantly reduced ~ 0-137 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 16/91. HELD AUGUST 30. 1991 SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD 10. FLOOD CONTROL PROGRAM FLOOD VULNERABLB AREA, WEST DON RIVER -Hoaas Hollow. East of Yonae street With regard to the fencing within the floodplain requested by the Rosedale Golf Course, all new fencing in the floodplain has been removed and the request to allow fencing has been withdrawn Area residents expressed concern that the natural watercourse channel immediately downstream of the improved channel is a significant constriction which could reduce the upstream channel capacity and cause flooding to occur more frequently Staff have checked the channel dimensions and slopes and are satisfied that the existing mathematical model of this section simulates flows reasonably well and that the natural channel through the Golf Course is adequate to convey the flows without causing significant backwater effects 11. OAK RIDGES MORAINE - Land Use Study and Plannina Guidelines KEY ISSUE Impact on the Authority of the commencement of a Land Use Study and the release of Interim Planning Guidelines for the Oak Ridges Moraine by the Ministry of Natural Resources Res. 190 Moved by: Ron Moran Seconded by: Kip Van Kempen IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT the staff report on the Oak Ridqes Moraine Land Use Study and Planninq Guidelines, dated 1991.08.21, be received. CARRIED BACKGROUND In 1989, the Authority circulated its Greenspace strategy for the Greater Toronto Region One of the resource management concerns of the Authority addressed in the Strategy was the need for protection of the source areas of its watersheds, particularly in the Oak Ridges Moraine The moraine, while long recognized as an important physical landform and regional resource had never been afforded the same attention and protection as the Niagara Escarpment The spread of development northward was threatening this area and putting at risk many of the watersheds for which the Authority had developed and implemented programs These concerns became apparent to the Provincial government and, in October 1989, Ron Kanter, then MPP, was asked by the Premier to look at the issue of greenspace protection and to report back by mid-1990 Given the continued spread of development, the Authority, not only took the opportunity to provide input into the Kanter study but also developed and, in March 1990, circulated to its member and local municipalities a set of Interim Planning Guidelines for the Moraine These were recommended tor consideration in the review of development proposals on the Moraine until such time as the Kanter report was completed and more detailed controls recommended i 0-138 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 16/91. HELD AUGUST 30. 1991 SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD 11. OAK RIDGES MORAINE - Land Use StudY and Plannina Guidelines (contd.l SPACE FOR ALL, the report of the Kanter study, was completed and released in July 1990 and was accompanied by the announcement of a general expression of provincial interest in land use planning on the Oak Ridges Moraine The Minister of Natural Resources was directed to undertake a two-year land use study of the Moraine that would guide future use and development The Minister was also directed to prepare Planning Guide11nes to protect the Moraine while the land use study was underway In September, 1990, the provincial election resulted in a change in government It was not anticipated that this would negatively impact the intent of the previous government with respect to the Moraine; however, it was recogpized that the commencement of the study and the finalization of interim controls might be delayed The weakened economy and the pressing problems of financial assistance and support to those affected was also seen as a high priority for the new government and one which could take precedence for the short term Both these factors had the expected impact and it was not until June, 1991, that the two directives were implemented Authority staff will be actively involved in both the land use study and in the implementation of the planning guidelines A Land Use Study The Authority has been asked to be a member of the Technical Working Committee and the General Manager has been named its representative The first meeting of the Committee was held on August 1, 1991 at which time draft Requests for Proposals for two components of the Land Use Study, an hydrogeological evaluation and the development of a natural heritage system were discussed When finalized, these will form the basis for a call for consultant proposals In addition to the Technical Working Committee, there will also be a Citizens' Advisory Committee Staff has been requested to identify residents within the Moraine who might have an interest in the Moraine and who can bring certain qualities or skills to the Committee Political representatives or staff of public agencies already involved in the land use study are not eligible Committee members will be appointed by the Minister of Natural Resources As a member of the Working Committee, Authority staff will have the opportunity to provide both input to and comment on any studies and proposals for the future of the Moraine It is proposed that much of the research be carried out through consultants There will, however, be staff time involved in committee meetings and in reviewing and preparing input and comments This is considered very worthwhile, given the potential impact of the study on the future of the headwaters area It is also one of the important resource management strategies advocated in the Authority'S Greenspace Strategy The MTRCA and the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority will represent all authorities' interests on the committee It has been agreed that this will require a consultation process to ensure all affected authorities are involved A meeting has been called for August 28, 1991, to initiate this process in advance of the next meeting of the Technical Working Committee on September 12, 1991 ! 0-139 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 16/91. HELD AUGUST 30. 1991 SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD 11. OAK RIDGES MORAINE - Land Use studY and Plannina Guidelines (con~ B Planning Guidelines The Authority was sent a summary of the Guidelines and their impact on the planning process from Ron Kanter, former MPP This is attached, for your information The impact of the guidelines is in two areas; the relationship of the provincial guidelines to the previously circulated Authority guidelines and the impact of the release of the provincial guidelines on the work of Authority staff who comment on planning proposals The release of the guidelines puts in place a provincial process and requirements with respect to development proposals on the Moraine The Authority's intent in its 1990 interim guidelines was to provide recommendations prior to the provincial position being finalized and action being implemented The province's guidelines are now in place and establish detailed requirements with respect to the studies and condltlons that must be fulfilled to receive approvals The Authority's interim guidelines were part of its input into the preparation of the Provincial guidelines and are now redundant Future planning comments by Authority staff will reflect adopted Authority policy, program and regulatory interests and the provincial guidelines There remains a concern that the Moraine not be dealt with in isolation from the watershed of which it forms the headwaters This issue will be addressed by the involvement of the Authority in the Land Use Study and through the development of Authority recommendations respecting valley and stream corridors, currently in preparation The provincial guidelines will affect all planning applications within the Oak Ridges Moraine in the Greater Toronto Area, with the following exceptions minor variances, building permits and individual consents infilling within a built-up area extensions to existing buildings and structures plans of subdivision that have received draft approval, except those which come up for review due to the lapse of draft approval or major revision official plans and amendments that have received final approval In order to apply the guidelines, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and the regional municipalities have recirculated affected planning proposals This has resulted in approximately 150 being referred back to the Authority In addition, any new proposals will be subject to the guidelines The Ministry of Natural Resources is responsible for coordinating the implementation of the guidelines and has established a staff working group, on which there is Authority staff representation, which is currently meeting bi-weekly to review applications Initially, it is necessary to determine whether the proposal meets the fundamental prerequisites of the guidelines, that it is in an area identified for development in an adopted municipal planning document Only proposals which satisfy this criterion are given further consideration While, initially, there has been a significant impact on workload resulting from the recirculation process, this will have to be reassessed once there has been some experience with the new review procedure I , 0-140 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD ~TING #6/91. HELD AUGUST 30. 1991 ~SINESS (a) Item 3 ~ll Moved by: Blake Kinahan Seconded by: Roqer Hollander THAT item 3, special project Funding Through the Ministry of the Environment, Resolution 178, be reopened. CARRIED Res __J92 Moved by Lois Hancey Seconded by: Lois Griffin THAT the motion pertaininq to item 3, Resolution #78, stand as stated. CARRIED TERMINATION The meeting terminated at 11 45 am, August 30, 1991 QQn_,~ackson W. A. McLean ChairJ:\an Secretary-Treasurer /bb ~ "" the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority minutes D-141 WATER AND RELATED LAND 11 - OCTOBER - 1991 17/91 MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD " The Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board met in Black Creek Pioneer Village Visitors Centre on Friday, October 11, 1991 The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 10 a m PRESENT Chairman Don Jackson Vice Chairman Lois Griffin Members Lois Hancey Ron Moran Bev Salmon Joyce Trimmer Kip Van Kempen Chairman of the Authority John McGinnis ABSENT Member Ila Bossons Roger Hollander Blake Kinahan Maja Prentice MINUTES Res. 193 Moved by: Ron Moran Seconded by: Lois Hancey THAT the Minutes of Meetinq 16/91 be approved CARRIED DELEGATIONS Res. #9. Moved by: Kip Van Kempen Seconded by: Lois Hancey THAT aqenda items 10 (Acquisition Request, sandbury Buildinq corporation Property, Pickerinq) and 11 (Frenchman's Bay, Ontario) be moved forward; AND FURTHER THAT Ilene Higgens, representinq Save Our Bay, be heard at this time CARRIED . 0-142 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 17/91. HELD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 1 ACQUISITION REQUEST -Sandbury Building corporation Property Pickering - Pickering Section Lake ontario Waterfront (Frenchman's Bav) KEY ISSUE Request from the Town of Pickering for the Authority to initiate negotiations for the acquisition of lands owned by sandbury Building corporation in the north-east sector of Frenchman's Bay (Town of Pickering) This item, at the direction of the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board, was forwarded to the Authority Agenda, #7/91 Res. #95 Moved by: Kip Van Kempen Seconded by: Ron Moran THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the resolution from the Town of Pickerinq stating "that the council of the corporation of the Town of Pickering hereby establishes a COllllllittee composed of Councillors Van Kempen and Mitchell, a representative of Save Our Bay and appropriate Town staff to meet with representatives of the applicant and the Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority to discuss the feasibility of initiating a trade or acquisition of lands that will provide for the preservation of the lands on Part Lot 24, Range 3 and which may allow the applicant to develop on less sensitive lands" be received; THAT staff be authorized to discuss with the COllllllittee established by the Town of Pickering the feasibility of acquisition; AND FURTHER THAT Authority staff explore suitable options for the potential acquisition and funding for the costs involved. CARRIED BACKGROUND The Sandbury Building Corporation owns approximately 10 hectares situated in the north east sector of Frenchman's Bay in the Town of Pickering A significant portion of the lands are within the Authority'S project boundary under the Lake ontario Waterfront Program These lands include a portion of the open water, a significant wetland, fisheries habitat and tableland Pickering'S Fairport Community Plan suggests the M T R C A be encouraged to continue its land acquisition program in the area, especially in instances where protection of the Bay's environmental qualities would likely result The "Watershed" report released by the Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront included the following recommendations for the Frenchman's Bay Area . strategies to maintain and protect significant natural habitats in Frenchman's Bay marsh; . a land-use concept study of Frenchman's Bay and the surrounding lands to determine how the ecosystem approach and principles would apply to potential land uses; . details of a waterfront trail 0-143 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 17/91. HELD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 1 ACQUISITION REQUEST -Sandbury Building Corporation Property Pickering - Pickering Section Lake ontario Waterfront (Frenchman's Bay) (contd.) A recent report - Frenchman's Bay, Ontario Conservation and Sustainable Development - June, 1991, prepared for the Premier's Advisor on waterfront development recommended "that a moratorium be declared on development in the Bay and its borderlands until a co-ordinated conservation and development strategy (sustainable development strategy) is prepared On September 16, 1991, Council of the Town of Pickering resolution stated that these lands should be acquired by Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority for the enjoyment of the pUblic and for the conservation of the Bay and the shore lands Council established a committee to meet with the Authority and the landowner to initiate discussion of the feasibility of acquiring the subject lands Staff recommends that the Authority participate with the Town of Pickering to investigate the feasibility of acquisition and exploration of suitable options for the potential acquisition and funding for the costs involved 2 FRENCHMAN'S BAY, ONTARIO: CONSERVATION AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT REPORT KEY ISSUE To present the recommendations of a report - "Frenchman's Bay, Ontario Conservation and Sustainable Development", prepared by J G Nelson, Director, Heritage Resources Centre (University of Waterloo) for Duncan Allan, Special Advisor to the Premier - Toronto Waterfront Development This item, at the direction of the Water and Related Land Management Board, was forwarded to the Authority Agenda, 17/91 Res. 196 Moved by: Kip Van Kempen Seconded by: Ron Moran THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the recollllllendations in the report, "Frenchlllan's Bay, Ontario: Conservation and Sustainable Development Report" be supported as they are consistent with the "Watershed" report and the Authority'S Greenspace Strategy. THAT the Authority direct staff to participate with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs, the Ministry of Natural Resources, the Town of Pickering, and the Region of Durham in preparing terms of reference for a Frenchlllan's Bay Manaqement Plan. AND FURTHER THAT The Ministry of Municipal Affairs, the Ministry of Natural Resources, the Reqion of Durham and the Town of Pickering be so advised. CARRIED BACKGROUND The "Watershed" report by the Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront recommended that a "Waterfront partnership Agreement" with the Region of Durham and other levels of government should include 0-144 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 17/91. HBLD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - ~TEMS FOR AOTHORITY CONSIDERATION 2. FRENCHMAN'S BAY, ONTARIO: CONSERVATION AND SOSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT REPORT fcontd. ) . strategies to maintain and protect significant natural habitats, including Frenchman's Bay marshes; . a land use concept study of Frenchman's Bay and the surrounding lands to determine how the ecosystem approach and principles would apply to potential land uses there In early 1991, Duncan Allan, Special Advisor to the Premier - Toronto Waterfront Development, retained the Heritage Resources Centre - University of Waterloo under Director, J G Nelson This study was undertaken in accordance with the attached terms of reference The general purpose of the overview study on Frenchman's Bay "was to do a comprehensive assessment of the effects of proposed development and potential urban and recreational development on the environmental quality and public values of the Bay " The report, "Frenchman's Bay, ontario Conservation and Sustainable Development," was released in June, 1991, with the following recommendations (1 ) It is therefore recommended that a moratorium be declared on developments in the Bay and its borderlands until a co-ordinated conservation and development strategy (sustainable development strategy) is prepared This strategy should be prepared by the agencies mainly responsible for the Bay in close consultation with the residents and other users of the Bay and its pUblic values A target date for the completion of this sustainable development strategy or general plan should be one year (2 ) It is also recommended that as part of the effort to develop the sustainable development strategy, a co-ordinated information, communication, monitoring and assessment system be created by the responsible government agencies This system should contain intor.ation on environmental qualities and public values and also on the land use or other changes that are placing stress on these qualities and values In this way changes can be regularly assessed and considered in terms of their implications for the sustainable development strategy or general plan (3 ) policy and practice reviews should be undertaken in the ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, the Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and regional and local governments with regard to the planning and management ot Frenchman's Bay on the ecosystem basis An ecosystem approach would involve awareness and concern about the marshes, wetlands, tributaries and other essential elements of the bay system in addition to current concern for recreation, residential development, beaches and the shore Nature conservation is essential to environmental quality and public values of the Bay and provides the b~sis for recreation and other uses of the Bay (4 ) All the foregoing planning activities and reviews should be conducted on the basis of close involvement of citizens, especially residents 0-145 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #7/91. HELD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 2 FRENCHMAN'S BAY, ONTARIO: CONSERVATION AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT REPORT fcontd.) Since release of the report, Duncan Allan, Special Advisor to the Premier - Toronto Waterfront Development, has referred the report's recommendations to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs to co-ordinate agency action A meeting was arranged in July, 1991, with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs, Ministry of Natural Resources, Town of Pickering, Region of Durham and The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority It was generally agreed that it was appropriate to prepare a management strategy for Frenchman's Bay in accordance with agreed terms of reference This work would be supported by data and investigations carried out under the Authority's waterfront monitoring efforts At Meeting 14/91, the Authority in considering the Frenchman's Bay West Park Concept Plan directed "that the Frenchman's Bay West Park Concept Plan (Revised May 15, 1991) be submitted to the Ministry of the Environment for approval in accordance with the Environmental Assessment Act " This plan reflects the recommendations on an ecosystem approach in addressing the marsh/wetlands, fish habitat, terrestrial habitat and nature conservation as basis for public use of this portion of the Bay WORK TO BE DONE In accordance with our resource management and waterfront mandate, it is appropriate for staff to participate with the other agencies in reviewing the report's recommendations and assisting in the preparation of terms of reference for a management study of Frenchman's Bay The terms of reference will include a public participation component, a technical/co-ordinating committee structure, cost estimates and a funding formula , Staff will report back to the Board on the final terms of reference and funding implications staff will also assess the implications of the Management Strategy on the review of the Frenchman's Bay West Concept Plan under the Environmental Assessment Act 3. OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT 71 - TOWX OF RICHMOND HILL KEY ISSUE The re-evaluation of Official Plan Amendment (OPA) 7l to conform with the Interim Guidelines for Development on the Oak Ridges Moraine MOTION TO DEFER Moved by: Lois Griffin Res. #97 Seconded by: Bev Salmon THAT this item be deferred to the _ater and Related Land Manaqement Advisory Board Meetinq /8/91, to be beld November 22, 1991, as a courtesy to a delegation that was unable to attend. CARRIED 0-146 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 17/91. HELD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 4. DON RIVER WATERSHED BASIN STRATEGY KEY ISSUE Staff report on the progress to date on the development of the Don River watershed Management Strategy Res. 198 Moved by: Ron Moran Seconded by: Lois Hancey THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the staff report, dated 1991.09.29., on the initiatives to date with respect to the development of the Don River Manaqement strateqy be received. CARRIED BACKGROUND At Authority Meeting 15/91, staff was directed to report back to the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board (WRLMAB) at its next meeting on the following initiatives related to the establishment of the Don River watershed Management strategy "THAT staff be directed to test the transferability of the stormwater management conclusions of the Comprehensive Basin Management strategy for the Rouge River strategy watershed to the Don watershed; "THAT a detailed investigation of the greenspace resources of the Don watershed be initiated and include both valley and tablelands using existing data and field investigations, as required; "THAT the terms of reference for a 'Don Watershed Ecosystem Report' be developed in conjunction with the Task Force to Bring Back the Don and the Authority's member and local municipalities within the Don watershed and the appropriate provincial agencies; "THAT the development of the Don River Watershed Management Strategy be directed by a planning task force as recommended in the Greenspace Strategy; "THAT the task force report to the Authority and be known as the Don Watershed Task Force; "THAT staff be directed to prepare a report for Authority approval identifying the Task Force chairperson, potential members, reporting arrangements, time frame, financial implications, and draft terms of reference; "THAT staff include in the preliminary budget estimates for 1992, funding requirements and potential funding sources for the Task Force" This communication is provided to update the WRLMAB on the Don River Watershed Management Strategy initiatives to date (1 ) HYdroloay and HYdraulics Terms of Reference have been prepared for the Don River Watershed Study Phase 1 Hydrology and Hydraulics The purpose of the Study is to accomplish the following objectives . To develop a stormwater management strategy for the Don watershed utilizing the recently updated hydrologic model for the watershed and projected land uses for the watershed 0-147 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 17 /91. HELD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 4. DON RIVER WATERSHED BASIN STRATEGY fcontd. ) . To assess the relationship, if any, between the Don River Storm Water strategy and the Rouge River storm Water strategy . To update, as necessary, the Authority'S hydraulic models and recompute the flood levels along the Don River Following final approval to proceed from MNR, requests for proposals will be invited It is anticipated that the work will be completed by year end (2 ) Don River Fisheries Inventorv To provide an enhanced and up-to-date data base of fish community information required for the evaluation of existing conditions and to provide a base for future monitoring efforts, a fisheries inventory is being undertaken at present The work will . entail a comprehensive collection of fish community characteristics and in-stream habitat descriptions throughout the Don watershed; . update the information on fish communities and species assemblages within the Don watershed; and . integrate the collected fish community information into a GIS database for the Don watershed (3 ) state of the Don River Watershed Ecosvstem Reoort Draft terms of reference have been developed for the state of the Ecosystem Report The objective of this report is to provide the Don Watershed Task Force, the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, the Regional Municipality of York, the Provincial Ministries, the local municipalities, the Authority, and the public with a detailed understanding of the biophysical state of the Don Watershed Ecosystem, the current jurisdictional framework and current initiatives on which to base, focus and coordinate their future planning and regeneration efforts The results of the fisheries inventory described above will be integrated into this work The report will be based, for the most part, on a synthesis of existing material, published and unpublished Critical information to the understanding, and tracking of the state of the environment of the Don Watershed Ecosystem will be identified for future consideration The draft terms of reference are being circulated to the Lower Don Task Force; Friends of the Don; staff at the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto; The Regional Municipality of York; the local municipalities within the Don watershed; the Remedial Action Plan Coordinator; the Ministries of Natural Resources, Environment, and Municipal Affairs; the Institute of Environmental Studies, University of Toronto; and others for information The terms of reference will be finalized shortly and requests for proposals from a number of consulting firms will be requested (4 ) Identification of Greensoace Resources The state of the Ecosystem Report discussed above includes the development of a "Greenspace" inventory of the Don River watershed MTRCA staff has identified existing mapped information on Greenspace resources and the protocol for the development of an initial inventory 0-148 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #7/91. HELD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 4. DON RIVER WATERSHED BASIN STRATEGY fcontd. ) Utilizing existing information, a computer based Geographical Information System will be developed to include provincial, regional, and local greenspace resources Forested lands will also be mapped from 1989 air photography Field checking of the sites, phase two of this work, has not been included at this time pending the proposed criteria review and update of the Authority'S Environmentally Significant Area Study (5) Terms of Reference for the Don Watershed Task Force Staff has held an initial meeting with RETHINK, a consulting firm, to discuss the formation and membership of the Task Force Draft terms of reference will be prepared and discussed with staff of the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, the Regional Municipality of York, the local municipalities, the Lower Don Task Force and others A report will be available at the WRLMAB Meeting #8/91, to be held on November 22, 1991 (6) Staffinq A position has been advertised for a three-year contract to provide staff support to the Authority and the Don Watershed Task Force Fourteen applications have been received and interview have been scheduled (7) Presentations and Aaency Liaison Staff has responded to and sought out opportunities to build support of both public and non-governmental organizations through formal and informal presentations and discussions A list of interested parties is being developed to ensure timely and appropriate consultation both prior to the formation of the Task Force and for its future tasks 5. ECOSYSTEM PLANNING FORUM KEY ISSUE To further report on staff's progress in organizing the Ecosystem Planning Forum, a recommendation of the "A Crisis In Confidence?" report (January 18, 1991) Res. #99 Moved by: Ron Moran Seconded by: Lois Hancey THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the staff report, dated 1991 09.27., on the Ecosystea Planninq Forum be received. CARRIED BACKGROUND At Authority Meeting 19/90, the report "A Crisis In Confidence?" was adopted One of the recommendations within this report was as follows "AND FURTHER THAT the Provincial Ministries, the Deputy Minister for the Greater Toronto Area, the member municipalities and the Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront, be invited to take part in a forum that would have as its objective, the determination of an ecosystem planning process that they would support " 0-149 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #7/91. HELD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - ~TEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION S. ECOSYSTEM PLANNING FORUM fcontd.) The issue of ecosystem planning within the Greater Toronto Area has become a focus of many agencies and organizations The purpose of the workshop is to gather provincial, municipalities, conservation authorities, and non- government agencies that see the requirement of integrating ecosystem planning within the land use planning process This integration has been recommended within a number of reports, including Plannina for sustainabilitv - Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront; Watersheds - Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront; Greensoace Strateay - The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority; and Metrooolitan Toronto Government Strateaic Plan. Mav 1991 - The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto At the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting 16/91, staff provided a report on the progress in organizing the Ecosystem Planning Forum This report indicated staff was proceeding to organize this forum for the fall of 1991 Since the date of this report, staff has had further discussions with staff of Metropolitan Toronto and the united Nations Environmental Program (UNEP), who have expressed great interest in participating with Authority staff in organizing the forum However, during these discussions, there was consensus that more time would be required to adequately arrange the forum and that a more appropriate date for the forum would be within Environmental Week 1992 (the beginning of June) Therefore Authority staff have postponed all arrangements made for the Ecosystem Forum originally proposed for November 21st, 1991 and will be meeting in the near future with staff from Metropolitan Toronto, UNEP, GTA and other interested agencies to develop a steering committee to organize the Ecosystem Planning Forum When final details are completed for the forum, staff will report back 6. TOMMY THOMPSON PARK - 1991 INTERIM MANAGEMENT PROGRAM KEY ISSOE As part of the Interim Management Program at Tommy Thompson Park staff has prepared a report outlining the activities and events that have occurred during the 1991 season Res. 1100 Moved by: Ron Moran Seconded by: Lois Hancey THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the staff report, dated October 11, 1991, on the 1991 Interim Manaqement proqram at Tommy Thompson Park be received for information. CARRIED 0-150 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 17/91. HELD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 6. TOMMY THOMPSON PARK - 1991 INTERIM MANAGEMENT PROGRAM fcontd.) BACKGROUND At the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting #5/90, the 1991 Interim Management Program was received The following briefly outlines the regular activities and special events that occurred during the 1991 season The park was open to the public Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 9 00 a m to 6 00 P m commencing January 5, 1991 Public transportation was provided during public hours from April 27th until October 14th Two multi-seating passenger vehicles were in operation from April 27th to May 26th and from September 7th to October 14th During the summer months of June, July and August, a special summer bus service provided by the Toronto Transit Commission, at the Authority'S expense, was in operation A nature interpretive program continued in 1991 and operated from June 1st until September 2nd This year's program offered a theme hike on Sundays and holidays focusing on different aspects of the park's natural history, and a general interest hike on Saturdays Overall attendance for the hikes increased significantly from 1990 with many visitors being informed of the hikes through news releases The special bird checklist at the information board was again in use for park visitors and proved to be very popular for bird watchers The Tommy Thompson Park Newsletter continued its circulation with a new format in 1991 This newsletter has given the Authority the opportunity to highlight special events, regular programs and announcements In addition, the newsletter was utilized to inform all visitors of the progress being made with the master planning process for Tommy Thompson Park In the interest of visitor safety, security and access, a staff member has been on duty at all times during public hours It is expected that this practice will continue for 1992 Staff is of the opinion that the 1991 program was successful in providing public access year round as well as providing Authority staff on site to give any information or assistance as required FUTURE BENEFITS/PROBLEMS Staff will be reviewing the program and activities of the 1991 Interim Management Program and will be preparing the 1992 Interim Management Program on a similar basis This will be brought to the Board at the next meeting TOMMY THOMPSON PARK INTERIM MANAGEMENT PROGRAM STAFF REPORT - OCTOBER 11, 1991 BACKGROUND 1972 - Province designated the MTRCA as its implementing agent 1973 - 1984 - Interim Users Program in effect, administered by the Toronto Harbour Commissioners 0-151 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 17/91. HELD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - ~TEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 6. TOMMY THOMPSON PARK - 1991 INTERIM MANAGEMENT PROGRAM fcontd. ) BACKGROUND May 17, 1984 - TTP transfer of ownership from Province to MTRCA October 1, 1987 - 1988 Interim Management Draft circulated to Interim Users for review and comment November 6, 1987 - Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board approve 1988 Interim Management Program January 29, 1988 - Authority approves the Tommy Thompson Park Master Plan July 4, 1989 - Authority submits Tommy Thompson Park Environmental Assessment Document to Minister of the Environment EVENTS January 5 - December 31, 1991 - Tommy Thompson Park open on weekends and holidays from 9 00 a m to 6 00 P m for public use January 6, 1991 - Lake ontario Waterfowl Inventory March 15 - March 24, 1991 - Tommy Thompson Park Interim Management Display at the Toronto Sportsmen Show March 25 - July 12, 1991 - Gull Control Program - achieved 100% effectiveness in control areas April 27 - May 26, 1991 - Spring van shuttle service May 1 - September 30, 1991 - Joint Canadian wildlife service/MTRCA Common Tern Nesting Raft Program April 28, 1991 - Variety Club of Ontario Bike-A-Thon June 1 - september 2, 1991 - special Summer Bus Service - Toronto Transit Commission June 1 - September 2, 1991 - Nature Interpretive Program June 9, 1991 - Manulife Ride for Heart September 7 - October 14, 1991 - Fall van shuttle service September 15, 1991 - Annual Terry Fox Run 0-152 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #7/91. HELD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - ~TEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 7. ROUGE RIVER FISHERIES MANAGEMENT PLAN KEY ISSUE Update on the development of a fisheries management plan for the Rouge River Watershed Res. #101 Moved by: Ron Moran Seconded by: Lois Hancey THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the staff report, dated september 30, 1991, on the development of the Rouqe River Fisheries Manaqement Plan be received. CARRIED BACKGROUND Development of a fisheries management plan was one of the recommendations from the Comprehensive Basin Management Strategy for the Rouge River Watershed The fisheries of this system are recognized as having at present and in future, significant biological and recreational value At Meeting 15/89, held on July 28, 1989, the Authority passed the following resolution Res. 1178 "THAT staff be directed to request funding contributions from the watershed municipalities to assist in the preparation of a fisheries management plan for the Rouge River" Development of the plan is a joint effort between the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR), municipalities within the watershed, and The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (MTRCA) MNR is a lead agency with the MTRCA acting as project manager An advisory committee consisting of MNR; MTRCA; municipalities within the watershed; as well as non-governmental organizations - Save the Rouge Valley System and Save the Oak Ridges Moraine, was established to provide input during preparation of the plan The status of the five components is as follows ( 1) Habitat Assessment . Approximately 150 km of streams were assessed and the data summarized . Seven distinct management zones and associated indicators of habitat quality have been identified . Riparian habitat and adjacent lands were mapped (2) Monitorina Proaram . Strategic, critical habitat areas for monitoring were identified . A methodology for monitoring habitat and community health have been identified (3) Public Access . Publicly owned lands along the watercourse have been identified but not mapped 0-153 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #7/91. HELD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 7. ROUGE RIVER FISHERIES MANAGEMENT PLAN fcontd.) (4) Assessment of Existina Manaaement Strateaies . Critical assessment of existing fisheries management techniques (5) Communication Plan . Identification of stakeholders for the implementation phase Components land 2 have been completed and will soon be submitted to MNR for teChnical review Initial results of the project have indicated that coldwater habitat within the watershed is limited by mid-summer maximum water temperature and not the general characteristics of the physical habitat Based upon the available information, the management objective for the plan is to rehabilitate the Rouge River watershed to support a healthy self- sustaining coldwater fishery Exceptions to this objective are the Rouge Marsh, Toogood Pond, and Milne Reservoir DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE The public access mapping is presently underway and the assessment of existing management strategies as well as the communication plan will soon be initiated The project is scheduled for completion by the end of 1991 FINANCIAL DETAILS The project was jointly funded by MNR and watershed municipalities Contributions from each agency were as follows Ministry of Natural Resources $50,000 Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto $12,500 City of Scarborough $12,500 Town of Markham $ 9,000 Town of Richmond Hill $ 8,000 Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville $ 2,000 Implementation of the plan will require the identification of funding sources 8. STATUS OF ENVIRONMENTALLY SIGNIFICANT AREAS KEY ISSUE Report on the status of the Environmentally Significant Areas (ESAs) designated in 1982, in terms of the ESA criteria (appendix WR 422) Res. 1102 Moved by: John McGinnis Seconded by: Bev Salmon THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff be directed to carry out the review of the ESA criteria in 1991 utilisinq funds within the Don River strategy; AND FURTHER THAT staff continue to seek funds to beqin applying the new criteria in the 1992 budget. 0-154 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 17/91. HELD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 8. STATUS OF ENVIRONMENTALLY SIGNIFICANT AREAS fcontd.) AMENDMENT Moved by: Lois Griffin Res. 1103 Seconded by: Ron Moran THAT staff look at a process where by there is an onqoinq monoriting of ESAs. THAT this review be forwarded to all municipalities within our jurisdiction with the suqqestion that it be made available to all politicians. AND FURTHER THAT the review identify each ESA by municipality THE AMENDMENT WAS ...... ........ . . . . . . ....... . ....... CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS . . . . . . . ...... .............. CARRIED BACKGROUND At the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting 16/91, the following resolution was adopted Res. 177 "THAT a report on the status of Environmentally Significant Areas be prepared for the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting to be held on October 11, 1991 " Concern has been expressed that, in the 10 years since the study, the effects of development and natural succession could have altered certain ESAs to the point where they would no longer meet the criteria To assist in determining the current status of the original 126 ESAs, staff developed tables based on current knowledge of individual ESAs Where staff were aware of new information, collected subsequent to the 1982 study, it was noted This new infor~ation may have been collected by the Authority to support management practlces or remedial works, or by others to support development In the same manner, where staff knew of development or works that have occurred on or adjacent to the ESA they were briefly described Finally, staff has att..pted to show those ESAs that would still meet the criteria for designatlon based on knowledge of information that has been collected and the development that has occurred since 1982 Of the 126 ESAs, staff do not know the current status of 75 Nine have been reduced in size due to activitles on or adjacent to them, one to the point where it is unlikely to meet the existing criteria Two ESAs have had their boundaries reduced based on new inventory data that showed the original boundary to be too large and one ESA is known to have expanded beyond the boundaries that were orlglnally delineated Staff feel that the remaining 37 ESAs would still meet at least one of the criteria, however, the boundaries of many could have changed significantly since the original inventory work was completed The degree and extent of these changes cannot be quantified without further fleld study NOTE ESA boundaries are based on the physical extent of the significant feature An additional functional buffer zone may be necessary to protect the ESA 0-155 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 17/91. HELD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 8. STATUS OF ENVIRONMENTALLY SIGNIFICANT AREAS fcontd.) RATIONALE The Authority has consistently recognized the difficulty in administering a program where the data is outdated While regular field checks are valuable, the experience gained since the original study indicates the need to review and possibly revise the criteria For example, since 1982 the Province has developed its designations for Wetlands It is important to rationalize the Authority's criteria and initiatives in light of these other developments Staff recommend that available funds within the Don Watershed budget in 1991 be used to carry out the review and revision of the criteria Additional funds have been identified in that project to identify the greenspace resources of the watershed Review and revisions to the ESA criteria would be timely in contributing to the evaluation of the greens pace resources FINANCIAL DETAILS It is anticipated that the review and revision of the ESA criteria would cost $10,000 and could be done in 1991 as part of the Don River Watershed Study A project file has been submitted to seek funding to begin the application of the new criteria within the Authority's jurisdiction The cost for works to be completed in 1992 is estimated to be $30,000 9 TOMMY THOMPSON PARK -1991 Gull Control KEY ISSUE As part of the requirement for the WIldlIfe control contract, the consultant submitted the attached report of the 1991 Ring-billed Gull Control Program Res. #104 Moved by Bev Salmon Seconded by: Lois Griffin THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the consultant report on the Rinq-billed Gull Control proqraa at To..y Thompson Park - 1991, be received. CARRIED BACKGROUND At the Water and Related Land Managc~enc Advisory Board Meeting 15/90, the 1991 Interim Management Program was received Included in the report submitted at that time was the proposal to undertake control of the Ring- billed Gulls on site similar to the operations that occurred in 1985-1990 In 1989 it was proposed to tender the program as a two-year contract As a result, staff prepared a terms of reference for the program and received approval from the Ministry of Natural Resources, Central Region The 1991-1992 program was tendered to a number of wildlife control companies and Intercept Bird Control was awarded the contract for 1991- 1992 The control program commenced on March 25, 1991 and continued until June 7, 1991 0-156 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #7/91. HELD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - ~TEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 9. TOMMY THOMPSON PARK -199l Gull Control (contd. l The control areas were the new endikement, the areas south of the main road, and Area 0 The program utilized similar methods as in previous years and included ( i) falconry; (ii) pyrotechnical devices; ( Hi) distress calls; and (iv) scarecrows RATIONALE The rationale for restricting Ring-billed Gull habitat is to allow for continued construction of the site, to maintain all options for the planning decision of the master plan and to maintain the significant biological amenities of Tommy Thompson Park FUTURE BENEFITS/PROBLEMS Staff will review the report to assist in the proposal for the 1992 Interim Management Program at Tommy Thompson Park 10 1992 PRELIMINARY ESTIMATES -Water Resources Division KEY ISSUE The Board is asked to consider the 1992 Preliminary Estimates of the Water Resources Division Res. #105 Moved by: Ron Moran Seconded by: Bev Salmon THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the 1992 preliminary operating and Capital Estimates of the Water Resources Division be approved. CARRIED BACKGROUND It has been the Authority'S practice, as part of the budget process, that the Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board and the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board consider the Preliminary Estimates of the respective divisions for which they are responsible prior to consideration of the Preliminary Estimates by the Finance and Administration Advisory Board In 1991, the scheduling of Advisory Board meetings has made it impossible for the recommendations of the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board to reach the Finance and Administration Advisory Board prior to the October l8th meeting of the Authority Accordingly, the Board is asked to consider the estimates and to make such recommendations as it deems appropriate to the full Authority With the agenda is the section of the Preliminary Estimates which deals with the Water Resource Division The Director of Water Resources and his staff as well as the Director of Finance and Administration will be in attendance at the meeting of the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board or October 11th to review the Preliminary Estimates The 1992 Preliminary Estimates will have been considered by both the Finance and Administration Advisory Board and the Executive Committee prior to consideration by the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board 0-157 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGBKBNT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 17/91. HELD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 10. 1992 PRELIMINARY ESTIMATES -Water Resources Division Accordingly, any recommendations made by the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board will be submitted directly to the Authority for its consideration on October 18th It is critical that the Authority consider the Preliminary Estimates on October 18th to enable staff to table the 1992 Preliminary Estimates with the Province and the Authority's municipal funding partners For the information of the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board members, a copy of a communication to the Finance and Administration Advisory Board which explains, in part, the presentation of the 1992 Preliminary Estimates is attached to the agenda 11 MCMICHAEL CAN~DIAN ART COLLECTION -Prooosed Exoansion KEY ISSUE The proposal by the McMichael Canadian Art Collection to expand its facilities and the preferred alternative for a building expansion located within the valley of the Humber River Res. 1106 Moved by: Ron Moran Seconded by: Lois Hancey IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT the Water and Related Land Manaqement Advisory Board advise the Authority that the proposal to extend the McMiChael Canadian Art Collection affects the Authority's interests only with respect to the sitinq of the preferred alternative; THAT the preferred sitinq alternative does not conform to the Authority's programs and pOlicies as stated in the Watershed Plan and the Greenspace strateqy; THAT the Environmental Assess.ent Act and its regulations provide for the qrantinq of exemptions and are the appropriate .echanisms for determininq the overall merit of the proposal in that they can weiqh not only the Authority's policies for the natural environment but also cultural, social, economic and community intere.ts expressed by other ministries, agencies and the public; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to convey this information to the McMichael Canadian Art Collection and to the Minister of the Environment CARRIED BACKGROUND The McMichael Canadian Art Collection began in 1965 when the McMichael's donated their works of art, home and land to the Province of Ontario The log and stone home was constructed in the mid-l950's and additions were made in 1963, 1965, 1967, 1969, 1972 and 1982, increasing the building area from its original 3,990 sq ft to 84,108 sq ft The gallery grounds extend over 100 acres, 60 of which are leased from the Authority None of the buildings are located on Authority land The McMichael Canadian Art Collection Act establishes the relationship of the gallery to the Province of Ontario 0-158 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #7/91. HELD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 11. MCMICHAEL CANADIAN ART COLLECTION -prooosed Exoansion lcontd.l PROPOSED WORKS The Board of Trustees and staff of McMichael, after studying their current facility and operation, identified the need to accommodate specific improvements and to achieve a variety of objectives, including improved circulation, entrance and visitor orientation improved organization of building functions creation of spaces appropriate for their functions unity of expression preserving the character of the existing building keeping the scale in harmony with the present facility protecting mature tree growth integrating functions with those of the existing building reinforcing the importance of the existing building building on the existing infrastructure minimizing the "footprint" of the new structure To accomplish their Objectives, the Collection proposes to build a 130,000 sq ft addition bringing their total building area to approximately 210,000 sq ft The architect has identified six siting alternatives, two on the tableland and four within the valley of the Humber River The option that best addresses all of McMichael's objectives is built into the sideslope of the valley in a southeast orientation, below the top of slope of the valley but outside the regional floodplain Attached to this report are copies of recent correspondence from McMichael in support of their proposal IMPACT ON AUTHORITY POLICIES , PROGRAMS The Authority participates in the process of planning and development across its area of jurisdiction through three pieces of legislation; the Conservation Authorities Act, the Planning Act, and the Environmental Assessment Act Under the Conservation Authorities Act, the Authority has the responsibility of developing policies, programs and projects "whereby the natural resources of the watershed may be conserved, restored, developed and managed" (Sec 21 a) The Authority adopted a comprehensive Watershed Plan in 1980 which was updated in 1986 and, in 1989, supplemented by the Greenspace strategy To implement a part of its mandate, the Authority has adopted and administers ontario Regulation 293/86 requiring private or municipal proponents to apply for permission to build in an area susceptible to flooding, place fill in an area shown on registered schedules, or alter a watercourse The requirements under the regulation have traditionally related to the protection of life and property from flood and erosion hazard on the valley floor and along the sides lopes Since the Authority'S 1980 Watershed Plan, and the subsequent adoption of the Provincial Flood Plain Planning Policy, where lands are subject to flood risk, no new development has been permitted nor can the floodplain be altered to permit development, with the exception of essential services or through the designation of a Special Policy Area 0-159 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 17/91. HELD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 11 MCMICHAEL CANADIAN ART COLLECTION -Prooosed Exoansion Ccontd.l The 1980 Watershed Plan also established policies and defined an erosion impact zone (EIZ) for the valley sideslopes Along a stable, well-defined valley, the EIZ was to be located lO metres back from the top of a stable valley wall This was mapped as a revised fill regulation line, circulated in 1980 and registered in 1986 It was intended that the area between the fill line and the top of the valley wall would be suitable for use, if engineering studies showed that structures would be safe for their life- time, estimated to be lOO years Since 1980, there has been pressure for encroachment of development along the valley walls and the need for remedial works resulting from slope failure at specific sites where works had been permitted based on an engineered approach It has been the Authority's experience that engineered approaches to valley management have not always been successful; that remedial measures are very costly; and that the preferred alternative is to establish setbacks that maintain slope stability The advocacy of a non-engineered approach to the management of hazard has resulted in the refusal of permits for extensions to existing structures, such as at the Waldorf School The technical and biophysical concerns with encroachment along the valley walls also resulted in the Authority's adoption of a comprehensive Greenspace Protection and Acquisition Project, in 1991 The Authority is a commenting agency, under the Planning Act, with respect to municipal planning proposals or private proposals requiring municipal planning approvals Authority staff provide input and comments based on the impact of the proposal on adopted Authority policies, programs and projects, including the requirements, if any, under the regulation The implementation of the Watershed Plan and Greenspace Strategy occurs not only through the adoption of Authority projects but also through cooperation with the Authority's member and local municipalities and the Province In particular, Authority staff comment on proposals for development to ensure the policies, programs and projects of the Authority are recognized and that the natural resources of the watershed are protected The areas covered by Authority comments may include flood and erosion control the Lake Ontario waterfront master drainage planning storm water management sediment control conservation land management interregional open space Since the adoption of the Greenspace Strategy, in 1989, staff have included comments specific to the protection and conservation of the waterfront, river valleys and the headwaters, particularly the Oak Ridges Moraine In reviewing proposals, under the Planning Act, staff request municip~lities to designate valley and stream corridors as open space areas and to limit future encroachment by development into these areas, not only for public safety but also to ensure the integrity of the valley system as part of an ecosystem approach 0-160 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 17/91. HELD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 11. MCMICHAEL CANADIAN ART COLLECTION -prooosed EXDansion (contd.l Public projects - provincial, municipal, agency, board and commission - are subject to the requirements of the Environmental Assessment Act The Authority is subject to the requirements of the Act for its own projects and is a commenting agency on the proposals of other public proponents provincial projects are not subject to the Authority's regulation; however, Authority interests can be identified through the Environmental Assessment process As under the Planning Act, Authority comments are within the context of adopted policies, programs and projects The Authority is only one of numerous bodies that has commenting status under the Environmental Assessment Act Provincial Ministries, affected municipalities and special purpose bodies, and the public are able to provide input to and comment on proposals under the Environmental Assessment Act Each participant in the process has its own area of expertise and its own interests and concerns The Minister of the Environment is charged with the responsibility of weighing all comments and deciding whether a proposal may proceed The Minister's decision involves assessing all of the comments not only for the natural environment but also for the cultural, social, economic and community interests The Environmental Assessment Act was established to make decisions where more than one interest had to be taken into consideration One of its principles is to ensure the public participation The Authority is requested to comment from its adopted policy and program perspective, not to attempt to weigh the interests of other areas of expertise SUMMARY AND CONCLUSIONS The McMichael project is subject to the requirements of the Environmental Assessment Act The current preparation of alternative scenarios and supporting studies is leading up to a request to the Minister of the Environment from the McMichael Canadian Art Collection for an exemption from the requirements of a full Environmental Assessment based on the premise that the work will have minimal impact on the environment The Authority, as a commenting agency, will be requested by the Ministry to indicate whether or not all of our concerns with the project have been satisfied and whether the project will affect our pOlicies, programs or projects The proposal to extend the McMichael facility affects the Authority's interests only insofar as the siting of the preferred alternative does not conform to the Authority's programs and policies for the maintenance of valley and stream corridors as natural, green, open space areas nor with the current practice of the Authority taking a non-engineered approach to the management of slope stability The Environmental Assessment Act and the regulations made under the Act provide for the granting of exemptions and are the appropriate mechanisms for determining the overall merit of the proposal This ensures an opportunity for all interests to be identified and weighed and for consideration to be given not only to the Authority's policies for the natural environment but also to the cultural, social, economic and community interests expressed by other ministries, agencies and the public 0-161 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 17/91. HELD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 12. ATARATIRI -City Council Resolution. Meetina Seotember 16 and 17. 1991 KEY ISSUE At its meeting of September 16 and 17, 1991, Toronto City Council decided to renegotiate the existing Housing Development Agreement for Ataratiri and voted to proceed with on-going workstreams, including the Special Policy Area designation process Recommendations specific to the Authority were approved Res. #107 Moved by: Ron Moran Seconded by: Lois Hancey THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the report of City of Toronto Council Meetinq September 16 and 17, 1991, pertaininq to the Ataratiri Project be received. AND FURTHER THAT Authority staff be directed to continue to work with the City of Toronto and other representatives of the special Policy Area Technical Committee and report to the Authority on a revised flood control strategy as soon as possible. CARRIED RATIONALE The report of City of Toronto Council Meeting September 16 and 17, 1991, pertaining to the Ataratiri Project is attached for information · Recommendation 7 specifically addresses the Authority "7 Council request ~he Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (MTRCA) to give favourable consideration to the flood protection strategy being recommended by the Special Policy Area Technical Committee and that the MTRCA agree to fund an appropriate share of the cost of the minimum flood protection package " The special Policy Area Technical Committee is currently working on a revised flood control strategy that responds to the recommendations of the Authority at its meeting of June 14, 1991, and meets the Ataratiri Project needs Additional engineering studies are underway as is the review of funding mechanisms and formulas Results are expected by November, 1991, and will be reported to the Authority accordingly · Recommendation 6 recommends that the Mayor ask all appropriate approval agencies to give a high priority to the approvals required for the Ataratiri development Staff will continue to report to the Authority as expeditiously as possible · Recommendations 14 and 15 recommend that the various City Commissioners explore the possibility of using 480 Lakeshore Blvd as a temporary storage and treatment site for contaminated soil from Ataratiri . Staff has received correspondence requesting a preliminary review and assessment of this recommendation pursuant to Authority programs and regulations If appropriate, a staff report will be brought forward for Executive Committee consideration pursuant to Ontario Regulation 293/86 0-162 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #7/91. HELD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - JTEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 13. COMMENTS ON A BACKGROOND REPORT, "SHORELINE REGENERATION FOR THE GREATER TORONTO BIOREGION" -for the Roval Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront KEY ISSUE The report is a useful reference for shoreline regeneration issues and considerations but needs to be carefully balanced with other pUblic objectives and technical information as part of future waterfront planning This item, at the direction of the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board, was forwarded to the Authority Agenda, #7/91 Res. #108 Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Kip Van Kempen THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the staff report on the review of the report, "Shoreline Reqeneration for the Greater Toronto Bioreqion" prepared by the Shoreline Reqeneration Workinq Group for the Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront, be received; THAT the Royal Commission be asked to consider the Authority'S comments on the Shoreline Reqeneration Report in preparinq its final report; THAT the staff be directed to work with Metropolitan Toronto, the Reqion of Durham and the area municipalities, as well as provincial and federal aqencies, in the development of comprehensive and site specific shoreline reqeneration plans as appropriate, throuqh partnership agreements, municipal plans and the Environmental Assessment Act; THAT the staff be directed to increase the emphasis on monitorinq and reportinq to all interested parties the results of shoreline regeneration projects as funds permit; THAT the assessment of possible cumulative impacts, both positive and negative, be an inteqral component of planninq for all future shoreline regeneration projects and that staff be directed to continue to investigate appropriate modellinq techniques, expert advice and monitorinq data to assist in such evaluations; THAT these recommendations and the staff report be forwarded to the Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront, the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, the City of Toronto, the City of Etobicoke, the City of Scarborouqh, the Region of Durham, the Town of Ajax, the Town of Pickering and the Premier's Advisor - Toronto Waterfront Development. AND FURTHER THAT the Chairman of the Authority, the Chairman and vice Chairman of the Water and Related Land Manage.ent Advisory Board, staff of the Authority, and Councillor Kip Van Kempen, meet with The Honourable David Crombie to discuss the Authority'S recollllllendations. CARRIED BACKGROUND The report, "Shoreline Regeneration for the Greater Toronto Bioregion", is the product of a working group established by the Royal Commission, in response to a request by the Minister of the Environment, on behalf of the Province of Ontario It was, in part, a response to recommendations concerning lakefilling which were made by the Royal Commission in its report, "Watershed" The Authority, in its report, "Crisis in Confidence?" also requested that the Royal Commission conduct a public review focusing 0-163 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 17/91. HELD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 13. COMMENTS ON A BACKGROUND REPORT, "SHORELINE REGENERATION FOR THE GREATER TORONTO BIOREGION" -for the Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront (contd.l on lakefilling It was suggested by the Authority that the East Point Park proposal would be a good test case, and focus for discussion, in a comprehensive review of shoreline regeneration in general and lakefilling in particular The report, however, is a broad review which attempts to summarize the history of shoreline changes, shoreline regeneration issues, regulatory framework, and options for policy and implementation It appeared initially that the work group's report would be prepared in draft early in 1991, for review by interested parties, and then finalized as background for hearings on regeneration issues and proposals The complexity of the issues, and the time frame for the Royal Commission apparently precluded that process and limited the input by the Authority and other agencies to submissions early in the process, followed by respnnses to occasional questions Authority staff were hopeful that the report would provide insights on regeneration techniques and evaluation procedures that would help to focus and prioritize the efforts of public bodies Unfortunately, the size of the study area, the complexity of the issues and the available time, constrained the efforts to a documentation of some of the existing conditions and a general overview of considerations that should be made in the development of a comprehensive plan for the Greater Toronto Bioregion The waterfront included in the Greater Toronto Bioregion extends from Burlington to Newcastle Analysis The report is a lengthy, well structured and easily read document that is worthy of careful reading and analysis However, the short time available to the Authority to review and comment on the document in time to respond to the commission necessitates a brief review This staff review is structured in three sections Firstly, it attempts to consolidate the numerous findings and summarize them into five general recommendations for action Secondly, it examines several of the specific criticisms which are directed to the Authority'S projects Finally, it addresses the potential impacts of these recommendations on some of the Authority'S shoreline regeneration initiatives A list of some existing Authority shoreline regeneration projects and studies is appended for reference General Findinas of the Reoort The main recommendations of the Working Group's report can be grouped into five categories ( 1) An integrated plan for the entire shoreline of the Greater Toronto Bioregion should be prepared (2) The Provincial and Federal governments should take the lead in developing the plan (3 ) No new projects should be allowed until the plan is in place (4) The Ministry of Environment should take over the Improved Lakefill Quality Control Program and expand it to include control of soil excavation and disposal throughout the Bioregion 0-164 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 17/91. HELD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 13 COMMENTS ON A BACKGROUND REPORT, "SHORBLINE REGENERATION FOR THE GREATER TORONTO BIOREGIO~' -for the Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront Ccontd. ) (5) Remaining natural areas should be protected Comments Concernina MTRCA The report is generally very critical of shoreline modifications that have been undertaken in the past and are planned for the future Included for criticism are projects by MTRCA stemming in part from the 1967 Waterfront Plan The concerns that are raised are not new and have been the subject of consideration in the planning, design, approvals and implementation of projects throughout the Authority's involvement in waterfront regeneration Perhaps the best example to date of evaluations of these concerns, balanced with other public objectives, is the Colonel Samuel Smith Park environmental assessment Some of the specific concerns raised in the report are outlined, followed by a brief response (1 ) Alteration of shoreline processes - The report is very critical of shoreline alterations which are said to affect the dispersion of discharges and restrict the shoreline's ability to "rinse itself" The principal target of this criticism is Humber Bay Park where it was well known from the early stages of planning that the loadings from the Humber River, Mimico Creek and the sewage treatment plant outfall were having significant impacts on water and sediment quality It is not clear from the report how a decision to not build Humber Bay Park so as to allow a more complete "rinsing" of the contaminants to the deep basin of the lake would address any reasonable shoreline regeneration objectives or the Royal Commission principles of a waterfront that is accessible, open, useable, clean, green, etc (2 ) Downdrift Impacts - The report ralses the concern of the potential impact of shoreline alteratlons through lakefilling on adjacent beaches The principal target of this crltlcism is Bluffers Park and the shoreline protection work elsewhere along Scarborough Bluffs and their potential cumulative impact on the Eastern Beaches Bluffers Park was originally proposed within the context of an overall scheme of shoreline protectlon for Scarborough Bluffs Maintenance of the Eastern Beaches was to be achleved through periodic nourishment with sand from other sources, i e from pits or dredged from offshore Some nourishment has already been done and additional amounts will be required The major influence in the near future is the possible construction of the second tank to capture combined sewage overflows and improve water quality on the beaches The tank would appear to require substantial amounts of beach filling to create a suitable site No doubt, strictly from a coast~l processes point of view, if development of the Scarborough waterfront tablelands had been kept north of Kingston Road, then no shoreline protection would have been required for the foreseeable future Alternatively, acquisition of 0-165 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 17/91. HELD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - ~TEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 13 COMMENTS ON A BACKGROUND REPORT, "SHORELINE REGENERATION FOR THE GREATER TORONTO BIOREGION" -for the Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront Ccontd. 1 endangered properties could have removed hazardous situations as they developed without the need for shoreline protection These judgements were made in the early stages of the present waterfront plan in the knowledge of shoreline processes and other factors (3) Lakefill Quality - The report expresses concern about the quality of material and potential impacts on water and sediment quality from fill losses It goes on to recommend that the Improved Lakefill Quality Control Program, which was developed and implemented by MTRCA at the request of MOE, be taken over by MOE The concern is that an agency which uses lakefilling to achieve some of its objectives should not be in charge of controlling the material which is used MTRCA developed the present program in response to continued concerns about the quality of fill and the MOE's decision that its involvement at such a detailed, truck by truck level, was not required MTRCA uses MOE guidelines and reports regularly to MOE and is always subject to audit by MOE Serious contamination is brought to MOE's attention for regulatory action Monitoring in the lake around active landfills continues to identify only minimal impact from the filllng process (4) contamination of sport fish - The report raises concerns that the bays created by lakefill projects affect contaminant concentrations in fish While contaminant levels Ln fish are a serious lake-wide concern, it is unlikely that waterfront parks are a significant contributor, even in the sense of cumulative impacts Evidence suggests that the lake based fisheries resource is impacted from lake-wide impacts, from discharges and runoff which Obviously require remedial actions The complexity of this issue was reflected in the report by the work group's acknowledgement that me.bers could not agree on whether small bays were good features or bad (5) Habitat creation - The report i. critical of plans to construct a wetland and fisheries habitat as part of the capping of dredged material disposal areas at Tommy Thompson Park because of contaminant uptake concerns This issue has been addressed at length as part of the planning for the project This issue is lndicatlve of the complexity of these matters given that some experts have suggested that the existing habitat is so important, even before it is covered with cleaner material, that it should be retained (6) Boat Clubs - The report is crltical of boat clubs on the grounds that the harbours built to accommodate them have impacts, the boaters do not pay the full cost of creating the facilities, and the pUblic do not have access 0-166 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 17/91. HELD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 13. COMMENTS ON A BACKGROUND REPORT, "SHORELINE REGENERATION FOR THE GREATER TORONTO BIOREGION" -for the Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront (contU The Authority has explored and implemented several kinds of boating facilities We have made mistakes and we have had successes We still feel generally that boating clubs provide community based and relatively affordable boating The progress being made to reduce fencing, provide better public access and a higher community profile at Colonel Samuel Smith Park is being done in conjunction with Etobicoke and Metro The rental rate policy is under review by Metro Council but Clearly the concern is to try to keep boating financially available to as wide a range of income levels as possible Virtually all public recreation activity is subsized to some degree The boaters make substantial capital and annual investments in the areas they develop anq lease (7) Colonel Samuel Smith Park - The report includes an analysis of facilities planned and built at Colonel Samuel Smith Park It is critical of the Authority for not providing all of the public amenities in the original plan while catering to the boating interests This matter has been discussed separately with the Royal Commission staff and all the involved agencies Hopefully, the matter is resolved but it appears in the report and requires a brief response The Authority was careful to build the lakefill in accordance with the undertaking as approved by the Environmental Assessment Board - December, 1980 The storm water treatment facility is operating in accordance with the conditions of approval The boating uses are being developed in accordance with the plan Many of the other public amenities are affected by the actions of others and it is a fact that plans change over 15 years Some facilities were originally planned on Humber College lands as shared facilities Humber College has changed its plans The Province of Ontario has proposed, in conjunction with Humber College, a major housing development which impacts on the park plan The landscaping details in some of the park areas have been dropped in favour of a more natural, lower maintenance treatment Thirty-one acres were acquired from the hospital site for public open space which was not included in the original plan Shoreline regeneration plans, as with all plans, must have some flexibility provided there is a process to control changes There is no shortage of process on the waterfront Imolications for MTRCA If the recommendations of this work group's report were implemented, there are some possible implications for MTRCA projects The six areas of primary concern are as follows (a) East Point Park - This project might be considered as a new project which could not proceed until the integrated plan for the Greater Toronto Bioregion was completed Given the complexity of these issues and the differing opinions among experts on any given site, it is difficult to imagine such a plan being completed even though it is a desirable objective 0-167 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 17 /91. HELD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - ~TEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 13 COMMENTS ON A BACKGROUND REPORT, "SHORELINE REGENERATION FOR THE GREATER TORONTO BIOREGION" -for the Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront (contd. ) It seems preferable to have the project proceed through the environmental assessment with particular care being given to the concerns addressed by the working group and the principles provided in "Watershed" (b) Tommy Thompson Park - marsh creation - The work group's concerns with this project could lead to a decision to delay consideration until completion of the plan for the Greater Toronto Bioregion We believe it is an important pilot project for regeneration which is being done within the process of the Environmental Assessment Act and with the benefit of extensive agency and public input In fact, the Authority is required as a condition of the Keating Channel Environmental Assessment approval - September 1986 to cap Cell 1 by December, 1992 (c) Lakefill Program - To our knowledge, MOE and the construction industry have accepted the Authority'S performance in this area Certainly the quality of material being used in lakefills has improved significantly The current extremely low level of construction activity has resulted in dramatic reductions in surplus material volumes We have used this quiet period to investigate and acquire more sophisticated testing equipment for better evaluation, on site, of fill quality We are also poised to expand the program to inland sites It should be noted that during busy construction periods, revenues exceed costs of the program and the surplus revenues were applied to other regeneration activities such as the storm sewer treatment facility at Colonel Samuel Smith Park Loss of revenues from this program would be a serious setback (d) Scarborough Shoreline Protection - The only major section of shoreline Which still requires protection is the Sylvan Avenue area If this was considered to be a new project that had to await the completion of the plan for the Great Toronto Bioregion, then erosion would continue This section is also a significant portion of the potential shoreline trail which is a high priority for most agencies with a waterfront interest (e) provincial Funding - The working group's uncertainty about specific shoreline regeneration initiatives and the call for another study could result in reallocation of provincial funding away from the Authority'S projects Such a result would be particularly disastrous now when the priority for the Authority over the next 3 years, as recently approved in the capital project for 1992-1994, is to work with Metro on the very kinds of evaluations that the work group is recommending 0-168 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #7/91. HELD OCTOBER 11. 1991 SECTION I - ~TBMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 13. COMMENTS ON A BACKGROUND REPORT, "SHORELINE REGENERATION FOR THE GREATER TORONTO BIOREGIOW' -for the Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront (contd. ) Summary The working group's report is an important statement about the need for ecosystem planning, particularly in a waterfront context It is rightly critical of many shoreline alterations and abuses but probably over critical of others It raises some of the issues that present plans are trying to address It is not a plan in itself but it does contain some suggestions for future regeneration activities It can serve as an important evaluation tool for future plans and projects but must be balanced with other evaluations as well Existina MTRCA Shoreline Reaeneration Efforts and Related Studies A list of some existing shoreline regeneration projects may be useful reference in consideration of the recommendations of the Working Group ( 1) Acquisition and protection of shoreline marshes (2) Revegetation of eroding shorelines with indigenous species (3 ) Waterfront bird survey (4 ) Fisheries studies (5) Lake Current study at East Point Park - measurements and modelling (6) Storm water treatment including biological treatment of recovered oils and other organics at Colonel Samuel Smith Park (7) Watershed strategies - Rouge, Don, Humber, Duffin (8) Water, Sediment, Benthic monitoring including contaminant uptake (9) Wetland creation below Scarborough Bluffs at South Marine Drive and Bluffers Park and at Tommy Thompson Park (10) Fish habitat enhancement - Bluffers Park ( 11) In conjunction with Metro Planning - GIS analysis of waterfront environmentally significant areas - Coastal processes review and evaluation procedures - Resource Management Analysis as background for new Metro Waterfront Plan (12 ) Tern Habitat Improvement at Tommy Thompson Park (13) Shoreline Management Master Plan - Scarborough (14) Detailed Laboratory Scale Testing of Erosion of Cohesive Shorelines 0-169 WATER AND RBLATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #7/91. HELD OCTOBBR 11. 1991 NEW BUSINESS Res. 1109 Moved by: John McGinnis Seconded by: Ron Moran THAT staff carry out a comprehensive examination of the bird proliferation problem and recollllllendations be made as to a creative solution. CARRIED Res. #110 Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: John McGinnis THAT item 1 (Acquisition Request, Sandbury Buildinq corporation Property, Pickerinq) , item 2 (Frenchman's Bay, Ontario: conservation and Sustainable Development Report), and item 11 (McMichael Canadian Art Collection), of these minutes, be forwarded to Authority Meetinq #7/91. CARRIED TERMINATION The meeting terminated at 11 35 am, October 11, 1991 Don Jackson W. A. McLean Chairman Secretary-Treasurer /bb ~ , the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority I minutes D-170 WATER AND RELATBD LAND 22 - NOVBKBBR - 1991 18/91 MANAGBKBNT ADVISORY BOARD The Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board met at Black Creek pioneer Village Visitors Centre on Friday, November 22, 1991. The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10:05 a.m. PRESBNT Vice Chairman Lois Griffin Members Lois Hancey Ron Moran Maja Prentice Kip Van Kempen Chairman of the Authority John McGinnis ABSBNT Chairman Don Jackson Member Ila Bossons Roger Hollander Blake Kinahan Bev Salmon Joyce Trimmer MINUTES I Re.. 1111 Xoved by z Ron Xoran Seconded by: Kip Van It_pen THAT the Minute. of xeetinq 17/91 be approved. CARRIED DELEGATIONS Mr James F. Vermeulen, Lake wilcox Residents' Association Executive, had I requested to speak to item 2 herewith, however he was unable to attend His letters of September 4, 1991, and of September 12, 1991, were considered at the time this item was dealt with Mr. Mark Wilson, Chairman, Bringinq Back the Don Task Force, gave a 1 presentation on the findinqs of the Task Force and its recommendations. Re.. 1112 Moved byz Loi. Hancey I Seconded byz John XCGinnb I THAT the report by Hr. Kart wil.on, Chairaan, Bringing Bact the Don Ta.t porce, be received with appreciation. CARRIBD D-171 WATER AHD RBLATBD LARD MANAGJDIBNT ADVISORY BOARD MBBTING #8191. HBLD NOVEMBER 22. 1991 SBCTION I - ITBNS POR AUTHORITY CONSIDBRATIOH 1. TASK FORCB TO BRING BACK HB DOH -Related to 310 Bavview Avenue. citv of Toronto KBY ISSUB Request from the Task Force to Bring Back the Don to investigate how the Authority, in conjunction with the city of Toronto, might acquire the property known as 310 Bayview Avenue, City of Toronto. Res. #113 Moved by: Loi. Hancey Seconded by: JObll McQiui. HB BOARD RBCOKKBNDS TO HB AUTHORITY THAT .taff be directed to work with the City of Toronto, The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and the Ta.k porce to Brinq Back ~he Don, to inve.tiqate .echanis.. by which our collective public open space objective. aay be achieved in the Lower Don valley. CARRIBD BACKGROUND Staff is in receipt of a copy of a letter dated September 30, 1991, from the city of Toronto Clerk's Department, to Ms v. West, Commissioner of city Property. The request by the Task Force to Bring Back the Don states: "The Task Force to Bring Back the Don requests the Commissioner of City Property, in consultation with the City Solicitor, the Commissioners of Planning and Development and of Parks and Recreation, and The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority to report to its meeting to be held on November 19, 1991, on a means by which the City of Toronto would be able to purchase the property at 310 Bayview Avenue, Toronto, for conservation purposes and, further, to report on short and long term strategies for the acquisition of land for the purposes of conservation." The Authority has supported the work of the Task Force to Bring Back the Don, since we share many objectives. One of the main constraints to the restoration of the Lower Don area is the lack of public open space and opportunities for public access There are several ways to rectify this situation. Acquisition is obviously one option but there may be other mechanisms available which might achieve the same objective at substantially less cost Staff feel that the various options should be investigated and therefore recommend that we be authorized to work with the City of Toronto and The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto to determine how the open space objectives in the Lower Don might be achieved. This would be an important first step in the rehabilitation of the Lower Don and consistent with stated Authority goals, the City of Toronto's new City Plan '91, and the Metropolitan Toronto Strategic Plan. The options which may be available would not only be applicable to the property in question, but would provide a framework for dealing with the entire area 0-172 WATER Alm RBLATBD LA!fD KANAGBKBNT ADVISORY BOARD XBBTING #8/91. BBLD NOVBKBER 22. 1991 SECTION I - JTBMB POR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 2. TASK PORCB TO BRING BACK THB DON -City of Toronto request for comments, "Bringing Back the Don" reoort KBY ISSUE City of Toronto Council has requested that the Authority provide comments to the Task Force to Bring Back the Don and to the Commissioner of Planning and Development by December, 1991, on the implementation of the recommendations of the Bringing Back the Don report R.s. #114 Mov.d bya Loi. Hano.y S.cond.d by: John McGinni. THB BOARD RBCOKKBNDS TO THB AUTHORITY THAT th. .t.ff r.port on th. iapl...ntation of th. r.co...nd.tions of th. Bringinq B.ck th. Don r.port, b. endor..d; THAT th. Ta.k porc. to Brinq B.ck the Don .nd th. co..i..ion.r of Planning and D.v.lop..nt for the city of Toronto, the co..i..ion.r of Pl.nninq for Th. Munioipality of M.tropolitan Toro4to, and th. Royal co..i..ion on the Futur. of th. Toronto Wat.rfront r.o.iv. . copy of the r.port; THAT th. City of Toronto ..t up a workinq qroup, with r.pr...ntation fro. City d.p.rtaent., Th. Munioip.lity of x.tropolitan Toronto departa.nt., int.r..t.d provinoial .inistri.., .nd th. Authority to r.vi.w .nd r.oo...nd tho.. propo..l. and r.co...ndation. oont.in.d within the Bringinq Baok the Don report whioh oan b. ...ily iapl...nt.d using .xi.ting .echani... and proqr...; AND FURTHER THAT th. Authority, Th. Munioipality of M.tropolit.n Toronto .nd the City of Toronto di.cu.s the d.v.lopa.nt of . partn.r.hip .qr....nt for th. low.r Don ar.. .. a way of addr.s.ing th. aany is.u.. within thi. .r.a, inoluding propo.al. r.co...nded by the T.sk Poro. to Brinq B.ck th. Don in order to clarify .q.noy rol.. .nd r..pon.ibiliti.., fundinq ..chani..., and iapl...ntinq str.teqi... CARRIBD BACKGROtJIID The Task Force to Bring Back the Don is a group of concerned citizens and politicians brought together by Toronto City Council. Its mandate is to restore the lower Don River and it. v.ll.y lands. The Task Force to Bring Back the Don has made recommendation. in this regard as published in the "Bringing Back the Don" report - funda.ental mission to bring nature back to the lower Don. To this end, at its special meeting on September 23, 1991, City of Toronto Council resolved the following "It is recommended that (1) the existing Implementation Advisory Group (lAG) to the Task Force to Bring Back the Don, ..d. up of the City Commissioners of Planning and Development, of Park. and Recreation, and of Public Works and the Environment, the M.dical Officer of Health, the City Solicitor, the Metropolitan Commissioners of Planning, Parks and Property, Transportation, and Works, the General Manager of the Toronto Harbour Commission and the General Manager of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, be requested to provide comments to the Task Force to Bring Back the Don and to the Commissioner of Planning and Development by December, 1991, on the implementation of the recommendations of 0-173 WATER AlfD RBLATIlD LAND KlUfAGBKBNT ADVISORY BOARD KBIlTING II/U. HBLD NOVllKBBR 22. 1fU SIlCTION I - ITIlKS POR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 2. TASK PORCIl TO BRING BACK 'l'B1l DON -City of Toronto request for comments, "Bringing Back the Don" reoort fcont4. ) the Bringing Back the Don report Specifically, comaents should address the general concept, recommended further study, immediate steps, overcoming the inter-jurisdictional constraints and building of funding partnerships;" The two key sections of the "Bringing Back the Don" report are · Part 2 - Potential strategies For Restoration; and · Section 3 - Restoring Sense of Place A Vision for the Lower Don Staff comments relate to the various recommendations in these two sections In accordance with the request by City of Toronto Council, our comments on the "Bringing Back the Don" report have been grouped under the headings suggested. General ConceDt The key objectives for restoring the lower Don are identified as: . enhancement of the river mouth; . creation of aquatic habitats; . restoration of terrestrial habitats; . appropriate uses of the valley; . improving access to the valley; and . coordinating planning policy for the valley. The proposals of the Task Force to Bring Back the Don are very innovative and exciting in concept. Their objectives and "vision" for the lower Don River are, in principle, compatible with those of the Authority's Greenspace Strategy. The Task Force should be commended for this work and the preparation of an excellent report. Recommended Further Studv It is necessary that the individual concepts and recommendations be specifically tested to determine their technical feasibility. It is critical that this next phase be undertaken as soon as possible in order that these concepts and recommendations can be incorporated into other planning initiatives At minimum the following should be investigated . The creation of a Don River delta and marsh requires evaluation with respect to current flood control remediation strategies being contemplated for the Ataratiri project and the lower Don. Staff has previously advised the Task Force to coordinate this evaluation within the City of Toronto who have retained consultants to prepare flood control remediation strategies; . The Don River delta and marsh is presented as a means through which dredging of the Keating Channel would be discontinued; however, the report notes that dredging of the proposed Rosedale Pond and at the lower Don marsh would have to take place. It is unclear if the costs of dredging will really be saved This point should be addressed with reference to the hydraulics and hydrology modelling as noted above; 0-174 WATER AND RBLATBD LAHD MANAGlnIJnIII' ADVISORY BOARD KIlBTING 18/U. HBLD NOVEKBER 22. 1991 SBCTION I - JTJDlS POR AU'l'HORITY CONSIDBRATION 2. TASK POReB TO BRING BACK 'l'HB DON -City of Toronto request for comments, "Bringing Back the Don" reoort (contlS. ) . with respect to the creation of aquatic habitat, the inner/outer harbour exchange rates would require further study to assess the potential impacts of the formation of the delta marsh on the quality of the inner harbour waters; . An ambitious program of water quality restoration is proposed that could result in the establishment of approximately 200 water quality control ponds and/or impoundments in tributary ravines. It is also noted that aquatic plants can remove an averaqe of 40 - 80 percent of all contaminants found in stormwater and should, therefore, be established. Water quality restoration using ponds and aquatic species is a complex and largely untested field of study, within our jurisdiction Experimental and/or carefully monitored pilot projects are required to address such issues as nutrient and toxin removal efficiency rate, the re-release of contaminants as plant material die and decay, and plant harvesting and disposal impacts associated with pond construction. These methods should then be compared to other best management techniques for water quality control; . The hydrology affects (flood and erosion control) of creating 200 wetponds within the watershed and the potential contribution of these ponds to base flow should be determined prior to implementing these measures. Baseflow is particularly important if the North Toronto Sanitary Treatment Plant is phased out. The impacts on valley and stream corridor landforms of creating 200 wetponds should also be considered; . The proposals may be subject to the Environmental Assessment Act Further studies should be designed to address issues relevant to that Act wherever possible. Immediate Steos . It has been recommended that the City of Toronto continue to support reforestation projects within the lower Don on a yearly basis In addition to the priorities and guidelines outlined for forest management guidelines, staff would recommend that a plan be prepared that details the vegetation associations for each of the areas noted on Figures 59 and 60. These details can then be used to assist community groups and others and incorporate aquatic and wildlife enhancement objectives as appropriate; . The recommendations concerning land use planning for both existing and proposed development and for uses within and adjacent to the valley requires further review and discussion with the watershed municipalities, Authority and the Province. In principle, the Task Force recommendations regarding public access, inter-regional trails, passive recreation and land acquisition are consistent with those of the Authority. These objectives should be pursued concurrently with the preparation of a Part II plan or equivalent and as redevelopment proposals provide opportunities . It will be important to establish the valley corridor boundaries and to develop policy guidelines for both existing and proposed uses within and adjacent to the valley system - including the use of the 0-175 WATER AND RELATED LAHJ) MAHAGBKBNT ADVISORY BOARD HBETING 18191. HELD NOVEMBER 22. 1991 SECTION I - ~TBM8 FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 2. TASK FORCB TO BRING BACK THB DON -city of Toronto request for comments, "Bringing Back the Don" reoort fcontl!. ) valley for urban services such as stormwater quality facilities. The establishment of the valley corridor boundaries should be carried out jointly by the City of Toronto, The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, and the Authority. The immediate determination of these boundaries will facilitate the definition of the area in the Official Plan being prepared by The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and the application of the Authority's regulation and valley corridor policies. . Upstream municipalities should be encouraged to enact by-laws to control sediment generation as provided for by the Topsoil Preservation Act, Chapter 504, R S 0 1980 Overcomina Inter-iurisdictional Constraints and FundinQ PartnershiD The building of funding partnerships and overcoming the multi- jurisdictional problems must go hand in hand. Any action taken to address one will be a step toward dealinq with the other. Therefore, staff has combined these two headings and commented accordingly. Given the many proposals for the lower Don area such as Ataratiri, various flood remedial options, including the Keating Channel dredging, other developments and redevelopments such as the Gooderham Worts and former Canron sites, and various plans for the port area, it would seem that the establishment of funding partnerships must go hand in hand with the development of some form of partnership agreement for dealinq not only with the Task Force's report but the many other issues as well. Partnership agreements were recommended in the Royal Commission's Interim Report, dated August 1990, as a mechanism for dealing with funding and jurisdictional issues. Recommendation 17l in this report states: "All levels of government and agencies with responsibilities for lands abutting the 'Don River should co-operate to develop a comprehensive Clean-up plan for the Don River, and they should implement such a plan with an appropriate sense of urqency " The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and the City of Toronto have also endorsed this approach and in fact have been party to such agreements elsewhere across the waterfront. In the strateqic Plan 1991, Metropolitan Toronto identified as one of its strategic assumptions that it "will continue to pursue innovative and co-operative partnerships with other levels of government in order to plan and deliver essential services effectively The Authority has also supported the partnership agreement concept. In the lower Don, the Authority can play a major role in initiatinq and coordinating the necessary discussions with the key agencies and organizations for the establishment of a partnership aqreement, since most issues in the lower Don are linked directly or indirectly by the valley, the river and its flood plain. Given the obvious need to deal with the many issues in the lower Don, the need for jurisdictional disentanqlement and the need for the development of funding partnerships, it is recommended that the Authority, The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and the City of Toronto discuss the establishment of a partnership aqreement for the lower Don area using the recent Etobicoke Motel strip agreement as an example. D-176 WATER AND RBLATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 18/91. HBLD NOVEMBER 22. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 2. TASK FORCE TO BRING BACK THE DON -city of Toronto request for comments, "Bringing Back the Don" reoort fcontd. ) So as not to lose the momentum generated by the Task Force and given that the development of a partnership agreement, the City of Toronto set up a working group made up of various City and Metropolitan Toronto departments, the appropriate provincial ministries, and the Authority This working group would have the responsibility to consider in detail the many recommendations presented in the report and develop a work plan which would identify the Task Force to Bring Back the Don's recommendations which can be quickly implemented through existing programs, pOlicies or mechanisms Some of the more complex and controversial proposals, such as the river mouth marsh, would have to be dealt with in a different way as part of the partnership agreement discussions. It is imperative that any funding partnerships include the private sector. The Task Force to Bring Back the Don has recognized this and opportunities for private sector involvement should be pursued. The Authority has approved the establishment of a Don River Watershed Task Force to continue the work initiated on the lower Don. This action should result in a shared vision for the entire Don River Basin and a strategy for the management of the watershed which will address a number of the upper watershed issues which affect the lower Don. The Authority has also commissioned a state of the Ecosystem Report which links the policies, programs regulations and initiatives of the provincial ministries and the municipalities to the environmental management concerns for the watershed The watershed strategy must also address implementation roles and responsibilities on a watershed basis Funding partnerships will be essential to the success of the strategy and must be considered as part of the implementation phase Development of a Part II plan or equivalent mechanism shOUld be utilized as a vehicle for consolidating all the City of Toronto's policies for the lower Don It could also begin to deal with the mUlti-jurisdictional issue by providing a means to rationalize the many policies of the various agencies. 3. OFFICIAL PLAN AKBNDMBNT 71 -Town of RicbaoQd Hill This item was deferred from Meeting #7/91, by Resolution #97, as a courtesy to a delegation that was unable to attend. KEY ISSUE The re-evaluation of Official Plan Amendment (OPA) 71 to conform with the Interim Guidelines for Development on the Oak Ridges Moraine Res. 1115 Moved by: Kip Van K_pen Seconded by: Ron Moran THE BOARD RECOKKBNDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the staff report on tbe re- evaluation of the Town of Ricbaond Hill Official Plan Aaendaent 71 to oonfora witb the Interia Guidelines for Develop.ent on tbe Oak Ridqe. Moraine be received; 0-177 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGBMBNT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 18/91. HBLD NOVEMBER 22. 1991 SBCTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 3. OFFICIAL PLAN AKENDMBNT 71 -Town of Richmond Hill THAT .taff continu. to b. involv.d in th. t.chnical working qroups fora.d to assi.t in this re-.valuation; AND FURTHER THAT th. Lak. wilcox R.sid.nts Assooiation, th. Town of Ricbaond Hill and the Minist.r of th. Environa.nt b. advis.d that th. Authority .upport. the Minist.r's d.cision to hav. OPA 71 r.vi.w.d und.r th. Oak Ridq.. Morain. Guid.lin.s with an appropriate publio oonsultation proo.s.. CARRIED BACKGROUND In 1990, several requests were made to designate OPA 71 under the Environmental Assessment (EA) Act OPA 71 is the secondary plan anticipated under Richmond Hill's Official Plan to expand and accommodate development in a 970 hectares area called the Lake Wilcox-Oak Ridges Planning District. The question of whether this OPA should be subject to the EA Act was referred to the Environmental Assessment Advisory Committee (EAAC) for advice. In March of 1991, EAAC submitted it. report to the Minister of the Environment. Their first recommendation was that the proposed OPA should be subject to the EA Act. 9n Jun. 24, 1991, the Interim Guidelines for Development on the Oak Ridges Moraine were released, and on August 2l, 1991, the Minister announced her decision to not require an environmental assessment provided that the amend.ent was re-evaluated so that it conforms with the Guidelines. staff attended a meeting on Septe~r 12, 1991, at the request of the Town of Richmond Hill, to discuss the Minister's decision and to determine the next steps in the process. It was determined, from a technical perspective, that the Town would not be initiating a new study, but would build on the information collected and the studies undertaken to date However, from a planning perspectiv., the Town would not be entering into this new process with any preconceived population targets or types of development. To assist in the proce.., three technical working groups were formed each dealing with one of the ar.as outlined below and consisting of representatives of the appropriate qov.rnment agencies The three technical working groups are 0 a group dealing with water r.lated i.sues/concerns (both surface and ground water); 0 a group dealing with ecological integrity or terrestrial issues/concerns; and 0 a group dealing with planning issues/concerns (inclUding size and type of development and population target.) The Authority will be represented by staff on each of these working groups Subsequent to the september 12, 1991 meeting, staff received a letter from the Lake Wilcox Residents Association asking for assistance in rever.ing the Minister of the Environment's decision 0-178 WATER AND RELATZD LAHD MANAGEMIlNT ADVISORY BOARD MZETING #8/91. HELD NOVEMBER 22. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS POR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 3. OFFICIAL PLAN AKBNDMIlNT 71 -Town of Richmond Hill f conte!. ) staff feel that the overriding technical concern relating to the Authority's programs and objectives is the lack of understanding of the relationship between surface water and groundwater and water quantity and water quality and their relationship with Lake Wilcox Page 3 of the Minister's decision states "The Town's Environmental servicing/Master Drainage Plan must recognize the sensitivity of certain areas of the amendment, and account for sensitive features, natural landforms and natural systems " and "Furthermore, treatment of both surface and subsurface stormwater drainage will need to demonstrate how water quality and specifically in Lake Wilcox, will not be adversely affected by the development proposed in OPA 71 " In light of these requirements, it is anticipated that the re-evaluation of the proposal to conform with Oak Ridges Moraine Guidelines will include the necessary studies to address the Minister's and the Authority's concerns Authority staff feels that the technical concerns related to OPA 71 can be addressed through the process proposed and need not be part of an E.A What would be lackinq, however, would be the public consultation and involvement that is so much a part of an E A process. The Minister, in her decision, indicated that: " there must be a strong and well directed public consultation programme " Given that the technical concerns can be addressed through the Oak Ridges Moraine Guidelines and that there will be a pUblic consultation component to this review, staff does not support having OPA 71 reviewed under the E A Act Authority staff has been assured by the Greater Toronto Area Unit that it is cognizant of this commitment and is currently developing this process of public consultation. PIHANCIAL DETAILS Staff will provide technical assistance to the Town The Authority will not be contributing to the costs of the studies 4. PULL AUTHORITY REVIEW OP PLANNING APPLICATIONS -Reauest bv COUDcil. citv of Scarborouah KBY ISS9 Evaluation of a City of Scarborough Council Resolution recommending that the Authority adopt a process for responding to area municipalities on Official Plan, Zoning By-Law and Site Plan Amendment applications which would include a review by the Full Authority Res. #lU Moved by: Kip Van K_pen Seconded by: Ron Moran THE BOARD RBCOMMENDS TO THB AUTHORITY THAT the Authority's current proce.. for co..entinq on official plan, rezoninq and site plan ..en4aent applications be aaintained; 0-179 WATER AND RBLATED LAND MANAGBMBNT ADVISORY BOARD MUTING #8/91. HELD NOVEMBER 22. 1991 SECTION I - ITBKS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 4. FULL AUTHORITY REVIEW or PLANNING APPLICATIONS -Reauest bv Council. citv of Scarborouah fcont4. ) AND FURTHER THAT the city of Scarborouqh be so a4vise4. CARRIBD BACItGROOHD At Executive Committee Meeting #3/91, held on April 19, 1991, correspondence from the City of Scarborough was received and was referred to staff as follows: "RES. #5l THAT the correspondence from the city of Scarborough, dated April 10, 1991 re: M.T.R C A. Report - "A Crisis in Confidence", be referred to staff for a report back to the Executive Committee on the implications of ensuring that the process for responding to area municipalities on Official Plan, Zoning By-Law and site Plan Amendment applications provides for a review of by the Full Authority CARRIED" The recommendation of City of Scarborough Council, as embodied in Report No 8 of the Administrative Committee RATIONALE M.T.R.C.A. Plan Inout and Review Proaram The Authority is a commenting agency, under the Planning Act, with respect to municipal planning proposals and/or private proposals requiring municipal approvals. The preparation and reportinq of Authority comments with respect to planning documents and development applications is carried out by staff based on approved Authority programs, policies, projects, strateqies and implementation procedures, including the requirements, if any, under the Fill, construction and Alteration to Waterways Regulation and delegated provincial responsibilities This has been the process since the mid 1970's In reviewing proposals under the Planning Act, Authority goals and objectives are achieved by: (1) requiring the recognition of flood and erosion hazard as a component of the planninq document and the incorporation of policies to protect life and property from risk including the Authority's regulatory requirements and those of the Provincial Flood Plain Planning POlicy, (2) identifying the river valley and stream corridor systems, the headwaters and the Lake ontario waterfront as components of an integrated Greenspace system and recommendinq land use designations and policies to protect, conserve and enhance these resource areas as the basis for an ecosystem approach to planning, (3) advising of Authority policies that ensure that storm drainage and land management activities associated with development/redevelopment of lands outside the Greenspace system does not have a negative impact on these lands, and 0-180 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEBTING 18/91. HBLD NOVEMBER 22. 1991 SBCTION I - ITEMS POR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 4. FULL AUTHORITY REVIEW OP PLAHNZNG APPLICATIONS -Request bv Council. citv of Scarborouah fcontd. ) (4) advising of Authority policy respecting public access to and the use of the Greenspace system where this is compatible with the biophysical resources In commenting on planning documents and development applications staff has regard for the following 0 MTRCA land acquisition program and projects 0 flood and erosion control (protective and preventative measures) 0 Ontario Regulation 293/86 0 Lake Ontario Waterfront projects 0 stormwater management - comprehensive basin management strategies, master drainage planning and detailed design 0 erosion and sediment control associated with development and construction 0 Oak Ridges Moraine (provincial guidelines) 0 stewardship of archaeological resources on Authority owned lands 0 inter-regional openspace system and pUblic accessibility 0 resource management and enhancement initiatives addressing ESA's, wetlands, fisheries, wildlife, urban/rural impacts and the greenspace system as a whole In 1990, Authority staff reviewed in excess of l400 planning applications of which Official Plan, Zoning By-Law and Site Plan amendment applications represented over ~ of that total. Overall, comments are provided on the following types of municipal planning applications: . Comprehensive Zoning By-Laws . Official Plan Amendments . Plans of Subdivision . Plans of Condominium . site Plans (Section 40) . Land Divisions (Consents) . Variances . Rezoning/By-Law Amendments . Parkway Belt Exemptions . Official Plans . Community Neighbourhood Plans (Secondary Plans) At present, municipal planning committees and Council receive reports on these types of applications which include Authority staff comments. These comments are a comprehensive reflection of Authority interests From time to time, as a means of addressing local concerns, a concerned municipality refers a report back to the Full Authority for further action and/or endorsement when they feel there is a need to do so Strateaic Plannina The Authority has responded to many resource management and water management related issues through the preparation of strategic programs, plans and pOlicies. These documents, once approved, become the basis for staff input and recommendations on the plans prepared by external client groups, including Planning Act Applications. This approach has been effective 0-181 WATER AlfD RELATED LAND KANAGBKBNT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 18/91. HELD NOVEKBER 22. 1991 SECTION I - ITBKS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 4. FULL AUTHORITY REVIEW OP PLANNING APPLICATIONS -Reauest bv Council. Citv of Scarborouah fcont4. ) There are a number of current strategic planning projects being carried out by the Authority. Many of these address resource and water management issues associated with land development These include Valley and stream Corridor Policy (1992) updated and integrated policy guidelines for valley and stream corridors which include recommendations affecting development adjacent to these corridors ESA study Update (1992) - review and update of the 1982 study and planning and management guidelines. Watershed Plan Update (1992) - integration of new Authority proqram initiatives within the 1986 Watershed Plan, including the Greenspace strategy initiatives of 1989. Fill Regulation Extension Project - to extend the Authority's current fill regulations to include the headwaters within its jurisdiction. Subwatershed Planning Guidelines - Provincial/CA/Municipal initiative for improved and controlled subwatershed planning Greenspace Protection and Acquisition Project (l992-1995). Don River Watershed strategy It is recommended that the Authority continue to emphasize its strategic planning approach to water management as the most effective means of responding to current watershed management needs, and as the means through which direction is provided to the Authority's Plan Input and Review Program. customer Service and Proaram Deliverv In 1988, the Plan Review Section completed a strategic planning exercise to improve customer service and program delivery This exercise focused on the need to provide prompt and effective replies to the high volume of development/permit applications received annually by the Authority In 1989, the Authority approved an increase in staff complement within the Plan Review section to bring the Plan Input and Review Program to its current level of performance. As noted previously, and presented within the attached Figures, staff responded to over 1400 municipal planning applications in 1991. This was in addition to over 300 applications received pursuant to Ontario Regulation 293/86 and over 1500 written solicitor/realtor enquiries The volume of comments involved makes individual review by the Authority impractical The nature of the comments, being a recital of existing Authority policy, makes it unnecessary. Conclusion The land use planning and development process is complex and involves many commentinq aqencies. Two important principles to be followed when providing comments are ( 1) The comments must be based on approved programs, policies, projects and implementation procedures; and, 0-182 WATER AlID RELATED LAND MANAGBKBNT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 18/91. HBLD NOVBKBER 22. 1991 SECTION I - ~TBKS POR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 4. PULL AOTHORITY RPIn OP PLANNING APPLICATIONS -Reauest bv Council. Citv of Scarborouah (contd. ) (2) Deadlines must be met. The Full Authority provides direction to and establishes Authority programs, policies and projects. Staff comments on municipal planning applications are made in this context The Authority members and/or member municipalities, if unsatisfied with comments, can identify deficiencies and direct staff to review and amend the appropriate programs, pOlicies and/or projects. For these reasons, it is recommended that the current process for commenting on official plan, rezoning and site plan amendment applications be maintained. 5. KTRCA FILL REGULATION EXTENSION PROJECT ItBY ISSUE To provide a report summarizing the MTRCA Fill Regulation Extension Project (Phase I) and to initiate the Phase II component - Public Review and Approval Process. Re.. 1117 Koved by: Itip Van It_pen Seconded by: Ron Moran THE BOARD RBCONXBBDS TO THE AOTHORITY THAT the report entitled "Fill Requlation Bzten.ion Project" (undertaken by R.V. Anderson As.ociate. Liaited) be approved in principle; AlID THAT .taff be directed to beqin tbe public review and approval proce.. for the XTRCA Fill Regulation Bztea.ioa project; AlID PURTBBR THAT staff report bact to the Authority on the re.ult. of the public review and approval proce.. before aubaittinq the project to the Province for approval. CARRIBD BACltGROUIfD In 1989, the Town of Markham reco...nded that the Authority extend its fill regulation on all watercourses, streaas and valleys within the Town of Markham, including those which have a tributary area less than 1/2 square mile. concurrently, the Authority prepared a project for 1990 regarding the extension of its current fill requlation as described by Ontario Regulation 293/86; however, the degree to which the Fill Regulation Line will be extended is being determined as part of this Project in consultation with the Province of Ontario and the watershed municipalities MTRCA regulations pertaining to the placement of fill are administered within areas currently described by .aps and schedules which accompany the Regulation (Ontario Regulation 293/86) The maps and schedules described under Ontario Regulation 293/86 were prepared based on completed l:2000 scale flood plain mapping drawings These drawings were available for approximately two-thirds of the valleys within the Authority's jurisdiction. As a result, approximately one-third of the valleys within the Authority'S jurisdiction were not fill regulated. These valley systems D-183 WATER AIm RBLATED LAlfD KAlfAGDBlf'l' ADVISORY BOARD MEB'l'ING 18191. HELD NOVEMBER 22. 19 91 SECTION I - ITBMS POR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 5. MTRCA PILL REGULATION EftBNSION PROJECT fcontd.) are primarily located within the headwater areas of the nine watersheds of the Authority's jurisdiction and have associated drainage areas of less than 1,300 hectares. It is the opinion of the Authority that the control of flooding or pollution or the conservation of land may be affected by the placing or dumping of fill within these valley systems The MTRCA Fill Regulation Extension Project consists of the following two components PHASE I MAP SCHEDULES/DESCRIPTIONS - The preparation of fill line mapping and written descriptions of proposed areas to be regulated and a review and update of current map schedules and written descriptions referenced under Ontario Regulation 293/86. PHASE II PUBLIC REVIEW AND APPROVAL PROCESS - The review and endorsement of affected municipalities, the Province and M.P.P 's and a review by the public of the MTRCA Fill Regulation Extension Project, and related maps, schedules, and regulation requirements In 1990 and 1991 the firm of R.V Anderson Associates Limited was retained by the Authority to complete Phase I of the MTRCA Fill Regulation Extension Project. This work has included: Extension Maooina: Preparation of draft fill line maps describinq the area proposed to be regulated on Ontario Base Mapping (1:10000 scale); and, the preparation of draft schedules (written description) of the proposed fill regulation limits based on municipal lots and concessions. update Mapping Preparation of draft fill line mapping revisions (1:2000 scale) for watercourses that are currently fill requlated and described within ontario Regulation 293/86; and, the preparation of draft schedules (written descriptions) of the proposed fill regulation limit updates based on municipal lots and concessions The 1991 work program consists of the transfer of the proposed fill regulation extension and update information to a reproducible map base. The completion of this work will finish Phase I RATIONAL. For both the extension and update mapping, the proposed fill lines have been established to delineate the valley and stream corridors within the Authority's jurisdiction based on the following guidelines: Vallev Corridor · 10 metres from stable, crest of slope plus any significant flora/fauna community which extends beyond the 10 metre limit for well-defined valleys; · 10 metres from projected, stable slope plus any significant flora/fauna cOllllllunity which extends beyond the 10 metre limit for well-defined, unstable valleys * For fill line mapping purposes, a stable slope of 2H:1V has been assumed 0-184 WATER AND RBLATBD LAND KANAGBMBNT ADVISORY BOARD MBBTING 18/91. HBLD NOVEMBER 22. 1991 SECTION I - ITEMS POR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION S. MTRCA PILL REGULATION EXTENSION PROJECT ( conteS. ) stream Corridor . For Corridors > 130 Hectares 10 metres from the Regulatory Flood line plus any significant flora/fauna community which extends beyond the 10 metre limit . For Corridors < 130 Hectares 30 metres adjacent to continuous flowing streams plus any significant flora/fauna community which extends beyond the 30 metre limit. CUrrently the Authority administers fill regulations along approximately 680 kilometres of valley and stream corridors The inclusion of the proposed fill line extensions, as outlined in the R V. Anderson report, would add an extra 540 kilometres for valley and stream corridors draining greater than 130 ha and 94 kilometres for stream corridors draining less than 130 ha (A total of 634 kilometres) Phase II of the MTRCA Fill Regulation Extension project involves the public review and approval process as required by the Province of Ontario. This includes . municipal review and endorsement and/or comment of the proposed fill regulation extension and update information; . notification of the Project to all affected M P.P 's; . public meetings to present and review the project; and . the preparation of the final submission to the Province of ontario for the approval of the proposed amendments to the Authority's current Fill, Construction and Alteration to Waterways Regulation Phase II of the Project will be initiated in late 1991 and is targeted for completion by December, 1992 At this time, staff will report to the Authority the results of the public review and approval process and on the recommended submission to the Province of ontario. 45 . BTOBICOKB MOTBL STRIP KBY ISSOB To present a status report on Etobicoke's Official Plan Amendment C-65-86 (Motel strip) and related documents, and obtain approval of a revised Letter of Understanding among public agencies with respect to implementation dated September 19, 1991 Res. 1118 Moved by: Kip Van K..pen Seconded by: Ron Moran THE BOARD RBCOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the statu. report on Official Plan Aaendaent C-45S-845 (Etobicoke Motel strip) and related docuaent. be received; 0-185 WATBR AlII) RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MBBTING 18/91. HBLD NOVEMBER 22. 1991 SBCTION I - ITEMS POR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 45. BTOBICOKB MOTBL STRIP (contd. ) THAT The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, The Province of Ontario and the City of Btobicok. b. .dvi..d th.t the Authority concur. with .nd .upports the Btobicok. Mot.l strip Public Aa.nity Ar..: "Propo..d L.tt.r of und.r.t.ndinq aaonq Public Aq.nci.. with r..p.ct to iapl...nt.tion, d.t.d Sept.aber 19, 1991"; AlII) PORTHER THAT the .ppropri.t. Authority offici.l. b. .uthoriz.d .nd dir.ct.d to t.k. wh.t.v.r .ction aay b. requir.d to qiv. .ff.ct h.r.to, includinq the obt.ininq of n.c....ry approv.l. .nd the .x.cution of .ny docua.nt.. CARRIBD BACKGROUlfD As part of the negotiations for modifications to OPA-C-65-86 (Etobicoke Motel strip) between the Province of ontario, The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and the City of Etobicoke, the Authority adopted "The project for the Etobicoke Motel strip Waterfront Project" at meeting #6/90, held on September 7, 1990 The Authority subsequently requested approval of our waterfront partners - The Province of Ontario (Minister of Natural Resources) and The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto. On August 15, 1991, the Metropolitan Toronto Council adopted the following resolution approving the MTRCA project: "3) the MTRCA Project Proposal for Etobicoke Motel Strip Waterfront Park be approved with the following conditions (a) the Province, MTRCA, Metropolitan Toronto and the City of Etobicoke enter into an agreement to establish an appropriate mechanism and funding formula whereby: (i) the Province agrees to provide capital funding for acquisition and creation of the land base for the park and that title be registered with the MTRCA; (ii) the transfer of title from private to public ownership take place prior to the issuance of building permits for private development; and (iii) the MTRCA, Metropolitan Toronto and the City of Etobicoke agree on a "best efforts" basis to repay the capital cost of acquisition, creation and improvements through the establishment and collection of imposts levied against the benefitting owners/developers; (b) the MTRCA, Metropolitan Toronto and the City of Etobicoke agree to collaborate on park design and to establish appropriate arrangements for its ongoing management " In a letter dated October 10, 1991, to The Honourable Dave Cooke and The Honourable Ruth Grier, the Minister of Natural Resources expressed his support for the Project. The Minister stated, in response to the MTRCA's - Section 24 approval request under The Conservation Authorities Act, that he is "prepared in principle to authorize the involvement of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority in this project, subject to the availability of funding and of course, in light of the actions of the 0-186 WATER AlII) RBLATED LAND MANAGBMBNT ADVISORY BOARD MBETING 18/91. HBLD NOVEMBER 22. 1991 SBCTION I - ITEMS POR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 45. BTOBICOKE MOTEL STRIP (contd. ) upcoming ontario Municipal Board hearing" On July 31, 1991, the Authority filed with the Minister of the Environment a request for an exemption from the Environmental Assessment Act for the creation of a public amenity area in the Motel strip area of the City of Etobicoke. On October 9, 1991, the Order in Council for an exemption order under the Environmental Assessment Act was approved with conditions On October 18, 1991, the Authority adopted Resolution #222 endorsing the proposed Letter of Understanding entitled "Etobicoke Motel Strip Public Amenity Area Proposed Letter of Understanding among public agencies with respect to implementation dated september 12, 1991" On October 10, 1991, Metropolitan Council endorsed a revised Letter of Understanding dated September 19, 1991 It is appropriate that the Authority replace its earlier approval of the September 12, 1991, letter of Understanding with a recommendation endorsing the September 19, 1991, Letter of Understanding The changes are minor and were done to clarify the inter-relationship between the Letter of Understanding and the final approval of the OPA The ontario Municipal Board commenced the hearing on October 1, 1991, for o P A C-65-86 with the Authority having party status. There has been approximately two weeks of adjournment to allow for continued negotiations on the issues The Hearing reconvened on October 23, 1991 and the 0 M B has currently set aside hearing time until November 25, 1991 Upon completion of the hearing, the 0 M B. will prepare it's decision and forwarded it to Cabinet, the final approval body. 7. NATURAL CBAHHBL DESIGN KEY ISSUE Development of a methodology for naturalizing stream channels for altered water courses Res. 1119 Moved by: Kip Van K..pen Seconded by: Ron Moran THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THB AUTHORITY THAT the staff report, dated 1991.11.08., on the develop.ent of natural channel de.iqn .ethodoloqy be received. CARRIED BACKGROUlfD In many circumstances urbanization has required that sections of our water courses be channelized. This has generally resulted in an unnatural channel form and a decrease in aquatic habitat However, studies have shown that by understanding the relationships between stream discharge, channel form, water quality and aquatic habitats, channelization can be made to support a healthy aquatic community To further staff's knowledge on this topic, a workshop was held in May of 1991 Dr Robert Newbury, an expert in fluvial geomorphology, made D-187 WATER AlII) RBLATBD LAND MAHAGBMBHT ADVISORY BOARD MBETING 18191. HELD lfOVEMBBR 22. 1991 SBCTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY COlfSIDBRATIOlf 7. NATURAL CJIA!IHBL DBSIGN (contd. ) presentations to MTRCA staff, representatives of The Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, Environment Canada, municipal employees and non-government organizations. The workshop dealt with stream behaviour theory, how flow creates habitat diversity, how to conduct stream surveys and the interpretation of data from field surveys The information gained from this workshop will be used to develop a natural channel design methodology for streams in the MTRCA jurisdiction DETAILS or WORK TO BB DOHB The natural configuration of unaltered streams in the MTRCA jurisdiction will be determined through field surveys The relationships that are identified will be used to develop design criteria for each stream type Once this is completed, a workbook will be written to outline the procedures involved in natural channel design Using the workbook as a guide, pilot projects will be initiated to further develop the methodology To foster this evolution, monitoring of these projects will be compiled into a series of case studies This second report will detail the practical aspects of natural channel design, social, economic and site specific constraints. It is anticipated that these report. will be used internally for development plan review, and the de.ign of sediment and erosion control projects Externally these reports could be used by the development industry to mitigate environmental damage from channelization. 8. BHVIROHMBHTALLY SIGNIPICAlfT a..a. KBY ISSUB Request by The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto to update the 1982 Environmentally Significant Area. (ESAa) database for use as a basis for Official Plan Policies Re.. 1120 Moved by: Kip Van Keapen Seconded by: Ron Moran THB BOARD RBCOMMBHDS TO THB AOTBoaI~ TBA~ The MUnicipality of Metropolitan Toronto be advi.ed that a review of tbe oriqinal BSA oriteria i. currently underway; AlfD FURTHER THAT .ubject to available fundinq this work will continue in 1992. CARRIED BACKGROUlfD Staff has received a request fro. The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto contained within Report No lS of The Economic Development and Planning Committee, which was adopted by Council in October 1991. The report included the recommendation that 0-188 WATER AlII) RBLATED LAND MAHAGBMBHT ADVISORY BOARD MBETING 18/91. HBLD NOVEMBER 22. 1991 SBCTION I - ITBMS POR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 8. EHVIRONHBHTALLY SIGNIPICAHT AREAS (contd. ) " (3) The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority be requested to initiate, in 1992, an update of its Environmentally Significant Areas database so that information can serve as a basis for Metropolitan Official Plan pOlicies." Staff has proposed a three year project to review the 1982 ESA study within the context of the experience gained since 1982 by Authority staff and in other jurisdictions. CUrrently, funds from the 1991 Don River Strategy are being utilized to initiate this project, by undertaking a review/revision of the designation criteria for ESAs This 3 year project includes: . public review of the revised criteria; . the re-evaluation of existing ESAs using these criteria; . development of management objectives and guidelines for ESAs; . identification of additional areas as candidate ESAs Input will be sought from municipalities, other agencies and non-government organizations in revising and updating the ESA designation criteria The first step after new criteria are drafted will be a public review process rIHAlfCIAL DETAILS It is anticipated that the activities proposed for 1992 will cost $30,000 9. MARItBAM CONSERVATION COMMITTEE "ADOPT A STREAM" PROGRAM KBY ISSUB Authority staff participation in the Markham Conservation Committee initiation of a community based "Adopt a stream" pilot project. R.s. 1121 Mov.d by: Kip Van Keap.n S.cond.d by: Ron Moran THB BOARD RBCOMMBHDS TO THB AUTHORITY THAT staff b. dir.ct.d to partiClipat., subj.ct to fundinq, in the d.v.lop..nt of a Clo..unity bas.d "Adopt a Str..... proqr.. through a pilot project with the Karkh.. Cons.rvation co..itt.., on Robinson Creek, Rouq. Riv.r wat.rshed; THAT staff, in consultation with the Town of Markhaa, s..k partn.rs and financial support for this proj.ct fro. qoverna.nt, non-qov.rnaent and corporat. sponsors; AND PURTBBR THAT staff r.port to the Authority on the f.asibility of transf.rrinq this type proqr.. to other watersheds within our juri.diction. CARRIED BACKGROUlfD The Markham Conservation Committee was formed in 1986 by the Town of Markham in response to growing pUblic interest in the environment and the need for protecting, preserving and enhancing remaining natural features in the Town 0-189 WATER AlII) RBLATBD LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MBETING 18191. HBLD NOVEMBER 22. 1991 SBCTIOlf I - ITEMS POR AUTHORITY CONSIDBRATION t. MAlUtBAM CONSERVATION COMMITTBE "ADOPT A STREAM" PROGRAM (contd. ) In support of rehabilitating local watercourses, the Committee is initiating a community "Adopt a stream" program Their objective is to restore/enhance the long term integrity of a local watercourse and valley through rehabilitation and education The Committee plans to integrate the rehabilitation of a SUb-drainage basin with the environmental curriculum at a local school They intend to develop a multi-year program of rehabilitation and education beginning with grade six students Environmental concepts would be taught in class while they concurrently participate in a practical rehabilitation program Since no support structure presently exists for this type of program, it is proposed as a pilot project In this way the specific needs of the program can be identified and eventually, a support structure put in place to expand the projects to other grades and other streams. The Committee has requested that MTRCA staff assist in the development of this program. RAT IOHALB At Authority Meeting #1/90, held on February 23, 1990, the document "A Comprehensive Basin Management Strategy for the Rouge River Watershed" (CBMS) was approved. This document contained several initiatives including direction for the management of fisheries, riparian and terrestrial habitat Furthermore, the strategy recommended that a fisheries management plan be developed for the watershed The fisheries plan, initiated in 1990, is scheduled for completion in 1991. Authority staff feels that a community "Adopt a Stream" program would be an effective means to implement components of both the CBMS and the fisheries management plan DETAILS or WORK TO BB DOHB Staff can assist with the initiation of this program by providing site specific botanical and aquatic survey; advice on program organization; . support materials in the form of map sheets Further MTRCA support will be required once the full scope of the project has been defined. It is anticipated that development of partnerships with other government agencies and identification of funding sources will be required D-190 WATER A1m RBLATBD LAlfD KUAGBMBlft' ADVISORY BOARD KBBTIlfG 18/tl. HBLD ROVBMBBR 22. lttl SBCTIOlf II - I~BMS FOR BJ:BCO'1'IVB COKllITTBB COlf8IDBRATIOlf 10. TOMMY TBOMPSOlf PARK - 1992 IIfTERI. DBAGBMBlfT PROGRAM KBY I88UB As part of the ongoing interim management of Tommy Thompson Park, staff has prepared the proposed 1992 Interim Management Program for the site. R... 1122 Mov.d by: Kip Van K..p.n 8.cond.d by. Ron Moran THB BOARD RBCOKKBlfDS TO THB BJ:BCO'1'IVB COKKITTBB THAT the .taff r.port, dat.d 1991.10.1t., on the Int.ria Manaq...nt proqr.. at To..y Tho.p.on Park b. r.c.iv.d; THAT ~taff b. dir.cted to n.qotiat. a 19t2 lic.no. aqr....nt with the Aquatic Park sailinq Club; THAT .taff b. dir.ct.d to neqotiat. a foraal aqr....nt with the Toronto Barbour co..i..ion.r. r.qar4inq ace... an4 oth.r .uch it... d....d n.c...ary for the 19t2 proqr..; AlfD FURTHER THA~ .taff b. authori..d to take what.v.r action i. requir.d in conn.otion with the Int.ria xanaq...nt proqr.. includinq the .x.cution of any dooua.nt. and aqr....nt.. CARRIED BACKGROUlfD At the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting #7/91, the following resolution was adopted: "THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the staff report on the 1991 Interim Management Program at Tommy Thompson Park be received for information". Staff has prepared the 1992 Interi. Management prograa for Tommy Thompson Park for your approval. Within the Program the following basic components were identified that will be maintained where possible: . year round access of the park to the public; . a nature interpretive proqraa offered through the sumaer season; . a transportation service for use by the public during the spring, suamer and fall seasons; . a wildlife management program (gull control and tern management); and . a licence agree.ent with the Aquatic Park sailing Club for sailing activities. The attached sumaarizes the proposed 1992 Interim Management Program. Staff will keep all interim users informed of any changes in the 1992 Interi. Management Program through the Tommy Thompson Park Newsletter and the information board located at the park. The following is a brief sUAaary of the major items discussed in the attachment: (1) Public Hours: open year round weekends and holidays (excluding Christmas and Boxing Days) from 9:00 a m to 6:00 p.m. 0-191 WATER AlII) RBLATBD LAND MAHAGEMBHT ADVISORY BOARD MBETING #8191. HELD NOVEMBER 22. 1991 SECTION II - ITEMS rOR EXBCUTIVE COMMITTEE CONSIDERATION 10. TOMMY THOMPSOlf PARK - 1992 INTERIM MAlfAGEMEHT PROGRAM (cont4. ) (2) InterDretive Hikes and theme tours to commence June 6 and be conducted until Labour Day (September 7). Authority staff will be on duty every weekend to assist the public (3) TranSDortation Service: Public transportation will be provided commencing April 25, 1992 and will operate until October 12, 1992 The following are the proposed types and times of service: April 25 - May 31 Multi-seating Passenger Vehicles June 6 - September 7 T T.C Special Summer Bus September 12 - October 12 MUlti-seating Passenger Vehicles. (4) Lessees Vehicle parking on site and access during public hours for the Aquatic Park sailing Club be limited to three (3) weekends in the spring and three (3) weekends in the fall for necessary preparatory work During public hours outside the above, the Aquatic Park Sailing club members must park their vehicles at the Leslie Street parking area During non-public hours, access to leased land will be granted upon proof of membership and key privileges (5) Public Information: An information newsletter highlighting upcoming events and tours and updating users of any special activities, will be continued. (6) Gull Control proaram: The program is to commence March 23, 1992 and finish JUly 3, 1992. The areas proposed to be controlled using falconry discouragement methods are the endikement, the area south of the road, and Peninsula D. Raptors will be flown in all areas during the weekdays. Weekend work will be restricted to the endikement and the area south of the road RATIONALB The rationale for the Interim Management Program at Tommy Thompson Park is to maintain the existing level of public use of the site until the Tommy Thompson Park master plan is fully approved and implemented. 0-192 WATER AlII) RELATED LAND MANAGBMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 18/91. HELD NOVEMBER 22. 1991 SECTIOlf IV - ITEMS POR THB INFORMATION OP THE BOARD 11. REMOVAL AlII) DISPOSAL OP CONTAMINATED SOIL PROM MTRCA LAND - Provincial. Federal and MTRCA policv ltBY ISSUB A staff report in response to a request by the Executive Committee for a report on the provincial and Federal policy regarding the removal and disposal of contaminated soil. Res. 1123 Moved by: Kip Van K..pen Seconded by: Ron Moran IT IS RECOMKBHDBD THAT the staff report dated Noveaber 13, 1991, concerninq a review of the Provincial and Pederal policy in reqard to the r..oval of contaainated soil and the .anner and location of its disposal be received. CARRIED BACKGROUlfD At Meeting #11/91 of the Executive Committee, resolution #215 was passed "THAT staff review the Provincial and Federal policy in regard to the removal of soil contaminants and the manner and location of their disposal " Authority staff have completed a brief review of the policies/regulations which govern the removal and disposal of contaminated soil. In most instances, there are only guidelines that give direction and provide for acceptable levels of contamination, but do not have the force of law However, the MOE can enforce the Environmental Protection Act in instances where serious levels of contamination exist This report will summarize the regulatory framework of these guidelines, and also demonstrate how the Authority has successfully taken a leadership role in the environmentally safe management of excavated materials Decommissionina and CleanuD: Reaulatorv Framework The document 'Guidelines for the Decommissioning and Cleanup of sites in Ontario' was released by the Ministry of the Environment (MOE) in February, 1989 The guidelines were developed to ensure, as far as is possible, a consistent approach to the approval of new land uses where contamination has existed. The guidelines establish standards for acceptable levels of contamination in the environment. Any contaminated land owned privately, municipally or provincially, including industries, transportation facilities and institutions, will be subject to the guidelines. Where remediation or decommissioning takes place on Federal property, federal standards will generally apply. However, where there are conflicting standards provincially and federally, the more stringent should be imposed. Guidelines may come into play where remedial measures are being undertaken at a site where a use is ongoing, where an industrial or manufacturing operation is being taken out of use, or as a yardstick against which to measure a property's suitability for new uses, by a cautious purchaser, for example The guidelines were established in an attempt to set acceptable ambient and background levels of contamination for land Requirements differ depending on the intended use of the property For example, standards for ~ 0-193 WATER AlII) RBLATBD LAND MAHAGBMBHT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 18/91. HBLD NOVEMBER 22. 1991 SECTION IV - ITEMS POR THB INFORMATION OP THE BOARD 11. REMOVAL AlII) DISPOSAL OJ' CONTAMINATED SOIL PROM MTRCA LAND - Provincial. Federal and MTRCA policv (contd. ) agricultural, residential, and parkland redevelopment will be more stringent than for industrial uses Desirable levels for certain contaminants are set, but for others some analysis is required. The Ministry will always give consideration to proposals that stray from fixed levels set out in the Guideline, if the proponent can substantiate its claim that the guidelines are inappropriate in the circumstances. As with All proposals received and reviewed by the Ministry, the onus is on the proponent to satisfy the Ministry that a particular proposal is environmentally and technically sound. For example, site specific guidelines were drafted in the Shell/Texaco decommissioning in oakville/Port Credit. For these sites the decommissioning agents refined existing guidelines, not only from Ontario, but from allover the world, in order to meet their specific requirements. These guidelines are now being used at other ontario sites, in conjunction and sometimes in place of the ontario guidelines. Because the guidelines themselves are not law, they can only be enforced indirectly, through the regulatory process. Quite simply, where the Ministry feels certain levels of contamination are desirable, they will be attached as conditions to an approval or order Similarly where the guidelines, or some satisfactory alternative, cannot be met, approval will not be forthcoming. The recourse available to a dissatisfied party is to challenge the guidelines within the context of an appeal from the decision of the Director or Minister The Guidelines for the Decommissioning and Cleanup of sites in Ontario are just that, 'guidelines' They do not have the force of law, and it is not anticipated that they will become regulations, at least not in the near future. The guidelines arise in the regulatory context and aim at making safe uses of land that might not otherwise be so. They are intended to be flexible in their application, at the same time requiring compliance with minimum standards. Authoritv Jurisdiction Over the DisDosal of Fill It was the overall objective of the Authority to introduce a management system to protect the present and future environment of lakefill locations, including aquatic environment, from environmentally unsuitable soil or fill material. The system was fully implemented in January 1989, and is called the "Improved Lakefill Quality Control Program (ILQCP)". The program is designed as a decision-making framework for assessing the acceptability of excavated material for placement at lakefill locations It is designed to inform the applicants if and where the excavated material may be placed in the lakefill location, or whether it has to go to a land disposal facility. The program uses the Open Water Disposal Guideline, Lakefill Quality Guidelines, Restricted Land Use, and Drinking Water Guidelines, to establish environmental control over the material to be deposited at lakefill locations, and ultimately determine the final destination of this material. As a result of the ILQCP, large amounts of material have been rejected from lakefill sites due to environmental concerns This material is being diverted to inland locations where controls are not as stringent, possibly 0-194 WATER AlII) RBLATED LAND MANAGBMBHT ADVISORY BOARD MEETIlfG 18/91. HBLD NOVEMBER 22. 1991 SECTION IV - ITBMS POR THE IHPORMATION OP THE BOARD 11. RBMOVAL AlII) DISPOSAL OP CONTAMINATED SOIL FROM MTRCA LAND - Provincial. Federal and MTRCA policv (contd. ) resulting in contaminants being released into the groundwater and surface water sources At Authority Meeting #2/90, resolution #45 was passed: "That the staff be directed to meet with area municipalities, the Ministry of the Environment and the regional municipalities to investigate the need for a program by the MTRCA to assess the quality of surplus fill material being placed in inland locations within it's jurisdictions, where contaminants could be released to groundwater and surface water " The Authority's investigation revealed that there is a vague area between the Aggregate Resources Act and the Environmental Protection Act governing soil quality and criteria guidelines. The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) has indicated that their mandate gives them limited control over the importation of fill into licensed pits and quarries, and as inert fill material is presently excluded from the EPA, there exists the potential for fill material to be exempt from any controls, but still contaminate surface and groundwater sources. In other words, fill material is generally considered to be inert unless random testing identifies any contamination As the MNR is about to embark on the Abandoned Pits Program, there is an opportunity for a partnership with MTRCA to monitor the quality of fill being used to rehabilitate abandoned pits and quarries. HTRCA proposes to establish an inland program, the Fill Quality Control Program for Watershed Protection (FQCPWP), similar to the ILQCP. The intent of the FQCPWP is to utilize the appropriate criteria to control the disposal of fill material within the Authority'S jurisdiction, in areas where the uncontrolled disposal of material could lead to the contamination of ground water and surface resources. Presently, the material classified for land disposal must be categorized under the guidelines outlined in the EPA Part V; Regulation 309 The guidelines categorize four types of fill material. 1. Inert pill Inert fill means earth or rock fill or waste of similar nature that contains no putrescible materials or decomposable chemical substances Inert fill is exempt from Part V of the EPA, and may be disposed of in any suitable location. 2. Non-Reqistrable Solid Waste Non-registrable solid waste is a waste in which the concentration of solutes leached according to the Extraction Procedure specified in Regulation 309 in less than 10 times the concentrations specified in Schedule 4 of the Regulation. This waste can be disposed of at a suitable location. The MOE should be consulted when defining a suitable location 3 Reqistrable Solid Wa.te Registrable Solid Waste means a waste which is non-hazardous, but produces leachate contaminant concentrations between lO and lOO times the concentrations specified in Schedule 4 This waste must be disposed of at a registered landfill. 0-195 WATER AlII) RELATBD LAND MANAGBMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEBTING 18/91. HELD NOVEMBER 22. 1991 SECTIOlf IV - ITEMS POR THB IHPORMATION OP THB BOARD 11. REMOVAL AlII) DISPOSAL OP CONTAMINATED SOIL PROM MTRCA LAND - Provincial. Federal and MTRCA policv (contd. ) 4 Leachate Toxic Waate Leachate Toxic Waste means a waste produces leachate containing any of the contaminants listed in Schedule 4 at a concentration in excess of 100 times that specified in the Schedule This waste must be disposed of at an approved waste disposal facility Conclusion The Authority, in its efforts to protect the land and water resources within its jurisdiction, has made significant progress in controlling and managing the disposal of excavated fill material In recent years, the Authority adopted a systematic approach to the disposal of excavated material, with the nature of the project dictating the protocol to be used. For example, at Bluffers Park in ~99l, we undertook an environmental assessment of the quality of soils to be excavated for an electrical conduit. The purpose of the environmental study was to determine the suitable disposal options for the excavated material On the basis of the assessment, we concluded that the soil material to be excavated was environmentally suitable for disposal in a confined area at a lakefill site. If the environmental assessment had proven the material to be unsuitable for lakefill, it would have been taken to the appropriate inland facility However, if the nature of the project is to change the land use designation, as is the case at the former Polyresins/Domtar Plant Site, the management of the site and the handling of excavated materials falls within the decommissioning guidelines of the provincial government. At this site, the Authority is proposing to change the land use designation from industrial to parkland/open space An environmental assessment of the soils at the site indicated that a significant portion was contaminated, primarily with volatile organic compounds and polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbon compounds. In order to satisfy the Ontario decommissioning guidelines for parkland designation, the Authority would either have to excavate and dispose of this material or remediate it on-site. The environmental assessment determined that all of the contaminated material was unsuitable for lakefill, but that it was suitable for disposal at a registered landfill. The Authority took the position that it would be environmentally irresponsible to simply excavate the material and dispose of it at a registered landfill. Consequently, we are undertaking a treatability study to determine the feasibility of treating the contaminated material on-site The MOE is responsive and supportive of this approach. In projects where the Authority is simply trying to dispose of excavated material generated from normal construction works, or attempting the more difficult task of rehabilitating contaminated land, we are committed to properly identifying and disposing of this material. The regulatory framework concerning clean up of contaminated sites and disposal of associated waste is changing rapidly. MOE is working on new and expanded criteria It is likely that the level of control will continue to increase and that disposal of contaminated waste will become increasingly difficult. The emphasis appears to be on new approaches to treatment of contaminated material on site. 0-196 WATER AlII) RBLATBD LAND MANAGBMBHT ADVISORY BOARD MBETIlfG 18/91. HELD NOVEMBER 22. 1991 SECTION IV - ITBMS FOR THB IHPORMATION OP THB BOARD 12. GULLS AND CANADA GEBSB JtBY ISSUB Methods available to deal with the problem of nuisance gulls and Canada geese. R... 1124 Mov.d by: John McGinnis S.cond.d by: Maja pr.ntic. IT IS RECOHKBHDBD THAT the staff r.port, dat.d 1991.11.01., on nuisanc. gulls and Canada q.... b. rec.iv.d; AND FURTHER THAT staff r.port back with it. reco...ndation. CARRIBD BACKGROUlfD At the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting #7/91, staff was directed to investigate and report on methods of reducing the problems associated with nuisance gulls and Canada geese The populations of both Ring-billed Gulls and Canada Geese have been increasing steadily for the past few years in southern Ontario and, consequently, so have the number of problems caused by these species In the metropolitan region, considerable problems are arising due to increasing numbers of resident geese as well as those moulting or stopping over in or near waterfront parks during migration. Goose defecation and aggressive behaviour are causing complaints from the general public Similar problems have been attributed to the large number of ring-billed gulls in the region with further concern over hazards to flight safety at airports Both species are protected under the Federal Migratory Birds Convention Act, and while the Canadian wildlife Service and the Ministry of Natural Resources act as advisors to landowners with problems, and sponsor research and development of control techniques, the principle responsibility for undertaking the control has been given to the landowners. Suggested Goose/Gull control methods for landowners are as follows: (a) Scare tactics utilizing a variety of methods can be employed to scare birds away from areas where they are causing problems. Noise makers or pyrotechnical devices as well as visual deterrents work well if they are altered frequently and used in combination with one another. (b) Eaa ManiDulation by addling (shaking) or oiling can be undertaken to prevent them from hatching. This technique is used to reduce the resident populations of birds using and returning to particular sites, and is more effective than destroying or removing the eggs because the birds will continue to incubate and not attempt to re-nest. Egg manipulation is also useful in reducing the number of goslings that will remain in a problem area during the spring and early summer 0-197 WATER AlII) RBLATED LAND MANAGBMBHT ADVISORY BOARD MBBTING 18/91. HELD NOVEMBER 22. 1991 SBCTION IV - ITEMS POR THB IHPORMATIOlf OP THB BOARD 12 . GULLS AlII) CANADA GEBSB (contd. ) (c) Habitat ManiDulation to reduce the suitability of areas for feeding, nesting or resting can be useful For example, trees and shrubs can be planted to reduce the size of large open grass areas and the grass itself could be permitted to grow long, making it less palatable for the geese. Similarly, other areas can be modified or designed to attract the birds in order to reduce their presence in problem areas. Public feeding of the birds should be discouraged in areas of concern and proper waste management should be established. (d) Exclosures can be used to prevent the birds from flying or walking into controlled areas. Monofilament wires suspended overhead can be used to keep gulls and geese away from beaches, ponds or parks. Other physical barriers such as fences or hedges can be used to deter geese from grazing on parks and lawns To date, the Authority has undertaken several programs designed to reduce the problems caused by ring-billed gulls and Canada geese. The most significant is the Gull control program at Tommy Thompson Park, which utilizes modified falconry and other scare tactics to prevent the expansion of the nesting colony In the spring of 1991, staff implemented an experimental egg oiling program at Heart Lake and Albion Hills Conservation Areas in cooperation with the Canadian wildlife Service The extent of this work was not sufficient enough to fully assess this control technique, and in this respect, further study is recommended Pyrotechnical devices were used at Heart Lake and Albion Hills to deter geese from occupying the beach and swimming areas These noise makers were found to be effective during the day and also reduced the number of moult migrants using these areas during the summer Staff participated in a goose control workshop to discuss control options with parks staff from local municipalities and representatives from the Canadian Wildlife Service and Ministry of Natural Resources. As a result the Authority will participate in a goose management coordinating committee chaired by the City of Oakville. In addition, staff attended a seminar focusing on humane solutions for the control of nuisance wildlife to further identify control options and techniques. DETAILS OF WORK TO BB DOHB MTRCA will continue its gull control program at Tommy Thompson Park to restrict the available nesting habitat for ring-billed gulls. Staff will further study egg oiling and egg addling as a means of reducing the resident Canada goose numbers at our conservation areas and waterfront parks. The use of scare tactics will be continued in conservation areas to reduce the number of birds using them for stop over or moulting sites and to deter the birds from areas of high public use. MTRCA will continue to liaise with the Canadian wildlife Service and the Ministry of Natural Resources with respect to new control techniques and the requisition of the necessary permits to undertake our control programs. D-198 WATER AlII) RBLATED LMID KADGBMBJI'l' ADVISORY BOARD KBBTIBG '"91. HELD HOVBNBER 22. 1'91 SBCTIOH IV - ITIDIS rOR TJlB IHI'ORKATIOH or TJlB BOARD 12. GULLS AlfI) ~A GBBSB (contd. ) Technical advice will be provided to private landowner. to assist them in controlling these species on their properties. The Authority will work in cooperation with member municipalities to develop and implement a regional approach to the problem of nuisance gulls and geese. TBRKIDTIOH The meeting terainated at lO:50 a m., November 22, 1991- Don Jackson C. Mather Chairaan Director, Water Resources Division /bb ~ l , the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority minutes D-199 WATER AND RELATED LAND 17 - JANUARY - 1992 19/91 MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD The Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board met at Black Creek Pioneer Village Visitors Centre on Friday, January 17, 1992 The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 15 a m PRESENT Chairman Don Jackson Vice Chairman Lois Griffin Members Lois Hancey Ron Moran Maja Prentice , Bev Salmon Joyce Trimmer Kip Van Kempen Chairman of the Authority John McGinnis ABSENT Member Ila Bossons Roger Hollander Blake Kinahan MINUTES Re.. #125 Moved by: Itip Van It_pen Seconded by Lois Griffin THAT the Minute. of Meeting 18/91 be approved CARRIED DELEGATIONS Ms Hennie L Wolff, Executive Director, Visual Arts ontario, re Agenda Item 1, Visual Arts Ontario Proposal for Project Collaboration EXPRESSION OF APPRECIATION TO CHAIRMAN DON JACItSON Res. #126 Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Joyce Trimmer THAT the Board acknowledge the contribution made by Don Jackson in his many years of service to the Authority, and, in particular, for his guidance as Chairman of the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board. CARRIED Don Jackson, Chairman of the Water and Related Land Manage..nt Advisory Board, expressed his respect for all members of the Board and thanked th_ for their support. 0-200 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 19/91. HELD JANUARY 17. 1992 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 1. VISUAL ARTS ONTARIO PROPOSAL FOR PROJECT COLLABORATION KEY ISSUE To present Visual Arts Ontario's proposal for artist collaboration on MTRCA waterfront projects Res. #127 Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Ron Moran THB BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THB AUTHORITY THAT the Visual Arts Ontario's concept for artists to collaborate and incorporate art works into the Authority'S projects a10nq the Scarborouqh Bluffs be endorsed subject to the concurrence of The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and the City of Scarborouqh; THAT staff be directed to obtain input on visual Arts ontario's concept fro. the Metropolitan Toronto Planninq Department, the Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Property Department, the city of Scarborouqh Planning Depart.ent, and The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto Councillors who.. warda are involved. AND PURTHER THAT The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, and the City of Scarborouqh be so advised. AMENDMENT Moved by: Joyce Trimmer Res. 1128 Seconded by: Kip Van Kempen THAT this aaendment be inserted after the first paraqraph of the reco_endation: THAT staff continue to work with Visual Arts Ontario to establish a more comprehensive proposal inc1udinq details of specific projects plus costs; THAT final approval of each project be subject to the .pproval of The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, the City of scarborouqh and The Metropolitan Toronto and Reqion Conservation Authority. THB AMENDMENT WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AHENDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIBD BACKGROUlfD On December 20, 1991, the Authority received a formal proposal from Visual Arts ontario for artists to collaborate on MTRCA projects in 1992/93 as part of their Points of View Project for the scarborough Bluffs (WA 437) Visual Arts ontario (VAO) is Canada's largest association of professional visual artists. VAO is a non-prOfit organization which receives funding from the Canada Council, the Ontario Ministry of Culture and Communication, The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto Cultural Affairs Division, The City of Toronto - Toronto Arts Council, as well as private corporate donations This organization provides information on art to the general public and endeavour to heighten the awareness of and appreciation for art to new audiences In addition, VAO initiates special projects that introduce art and cultural issues to the public forum and provide an opportunity for the entire community to participate in and experience contemporary visual arts One such project that VAO undertook recently was Waterworks at the R C Harris Water Filtration Plant and Grounds in scarborough, Ontario, 1988 0-201 WATER AND RBLATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEBTING 19/'1. HELD JANUARY 17. 1992 SECTION I - ITEMS POR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 1. VISUAL ARTS ONTARIO PROPOSAL FOR PROJECT COLLABORATION (contd.) VAO Points of View project is an undertaking of temporary and permanent art installations along the Scarborough Bluffs, specifically on the waterfront and tablelands stretching from the R C Harris Plant (Victoria Park Avenue) to the Rouge River Valley The Points of View project will consist of two phases Phase I will be the planning development and installation of temporary artwork and ancillary programs for 1992 Phase II will consist of the planning and development of additional ancillary programs and temporary artwork installations as well as the installation of permanent works for 1993 Artworks will be specific to chosen sites Each will relate to existing features such as beaches, cliffs, ravines, parklands, and environmental conditions that shape them Light and sound works, sculpture, waterpieces, stairways and bridges will be complemented by street furniture including banners, benches, chairs and interpretive materials Other works will be a direct result of artists collaborating on conservation projects, such as filtration devices and revetment works Under no circumstances will the artworks compromise the preservation of unique features or biological function of undeveloped parkland, natural areas or environmentally sensitive areas In conjunction with artwork installations, VAO will launch the project with ancillary programs such as sandcastle competitions, birdhouse competitions, water activities, tours, billboard projects, banner competitions, and lectures that will include the whole community All of the elements of the Points of View project will be accompanied by appropriate explanatory and interpretive information, including descriptions of art pieces, maps, background information, and historical details Preliminary Points of View project discussions have already taken place between VAO and The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto staff through both the Technical Waterfront steering Committee and the Public Art policy Advisory Committee In addition, VAO held project discussions with the staff of the City of Scarborough RATIONALE Visual Arts Ontario proposed public art initiative for the Scarborough Waterfront as a model for providing community interest The proposal is timely, given the initiatives of The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and area municipalities to prepare waterfront plans and implement a lakeside trail The Scarborough Shoreline was selected because it is a geographically and topographically distinct waterfront in the Metro Toronto area In addition, the area has its own unique cultural history in terms of archaeological sites in the Rouge Valley, ship building at Port Union and the well established residential communities along its dynamic waterfront edge The work that the MTRCA has undertaken along the Scarborough Shoreline such as the erosion control work and Bluffers Park provides an ideal staging area for interactive artworks. The proposed artworks can help to enhance public interest in the various sites as well as provide alternative site amenities Some Scarborough shoreline projects currently being planned by the MTRCA offer an excellent opportunity for collaboration between various staff disciplines and professional artists Completion of revetment and groyne works, construction of aquatic and terrestrial habitats, planting of wetland areas, and development of water filtration devices, all offer excellent opportunities for this type of collaboration Other projects of this type that have occurred around the world demonstrate the success of - 0-202 WATBR AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 19/91. HELD JANUARY 17. 1992 SBCTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 1. VISUAL ARTS ONTARIO PROPOSAL FOR PROJECT COLLABORATION (contd.) these collaborations in inspiring innovative aesthetically pleasing improvements to functional projects Three examples of this that VAO will include in their presentation to the Board are, Mary Miss's South Cove, Battery Park City, New York; Peter RiChards/George Gonzales's Wave Organ, San Francisco; and Herbert Bayer's Mill Creek Canyon Earthwork, Kent, washington COST IMPLICATIONS MTRCA staff foresee only minimal project costs beyond the estimated capital costs Once these costs can be determined, they will be highlighted in the individual, yearly projects presented to the Authority for approval A moderate amount of staff time will have to be devoted towards the VAO project for site selection and project/artwork development and installation Visual Arts Ontario will facilitate the collaboration by coordinating the selection of the artist, providing the artist with funds and acting as a liaison with the artist throughout the project VAO will also coordinate and furnish supplies for public involvement projects, and they will be responsible for publicizing and promoting the projects undertaken DBTAILS OF WORK TO BB DONB Authority staff must review the VAO proposal's concept and identify various specific projects while Obtaining input from Metropolitan Toronto Planning , Department, Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Property Department, and the city of Scarborough Authority staff must determine the 1992 project priorities for the Scarborough Shoreline and then collaborate with VAO on site selection VAO will determine which artists are to be selected for the various projects 2. MUNICIPALITY or METROPOLITAN TORONTO VALLEY AND SHORELINB REGENERATION PROJECT 1'92-1'96 -Carmel Court and Harrington Crescent Erosion Control Project, German Mills Creek. citv of North York KBY ISSUE Completion of the erosion control remedial works adjacent to Carmel Court and Harrington Crescent on the German Mills Creek in the City of North York Res. 1129 Moved by: Ron Moran Seconded by: Kip Van Xe.pen THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff be directed to proceed with the second and final phase of construction of the Carmel Court and Harrington Crescent Erosion Control Project under the "Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto Valley and Shoreline Regeneration Project 1992-1996," at a total cost of $200,000, subject to the Provincial approval of the Project and confirmation of the availability of provincial grant support CARRIED ~ 0-203 WATBR AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMBNT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 19/91. HELD JANUARY 17. 1'92 SECTION I - ITEMS POR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 2 MUNICIPALITY OP MBTROPOLITAN TORONTO VALLEY AND SHORELINB REGBNBRATION PROJECT 1992-1996 -Carmel Court and Harrington Crescent Erosion control Project, German Mills Creek. Citv of North York tcontd.) BACKGROUND At meeting 15/91, the Authority, under resolution #69, directed staff "to proceed with the construction of the erosion control works adjacent to Carmel Court and Harrington Crescent in the City of North York, under the Project for Erosion Control and Slope Stabilization in The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto 1987-1991 at a total cost of $350,000" Construction began in September and continued through to the middle of December, 1991 During this period, we established the staging area, prepared the access road, and completed approximately 200m of the channel works, or about forty percent of the total area to be protected We are now proposing to continue with the construction in order to complete the channel works prior to the spring thaw Final clean-up, restoration and plantings would be carried out in the late spring when site conditions permit DETAILS OP WORK TO BB DONB This phase of the construction will involve the installation of approximately 250m of rip rap erosion protection and stream rehabilitation In addition, the slope behind 19 and III Carmel Court will be stabilized through regrading and plantings Finally, the staging area and access road through Bestview Park must be restored The estimated costs to carry out these works are as follows Installation of rip rap protection $162,000 Slope rehabilitation 20,000 Restoration and vegetation 18.000 Total $200,000 This Project has been designed and is being carried out in accordance with the Class Environmental Assessment for Water Management Structures for Conservation Authorities of Ontario FINANCIAL DETAILS Funds for this Project will be raised as follows Grant supported (MNR) $110,000 Levy supported (Metro) 90.000 Total $200,000 A project file was submitted to MNR for 1992 funding consideration and was ranked number eight provincially; therefore, we anticipate the grant will be made available for the project This work will be carried out under The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto Valley and Shoreline Regeneration Project 1992-1996, approved at Authority meeting #3/91 D-204 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #9/91. HELD JANUARY 17. 1992 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATIO~ 3. TOMMY THOMPSON PAR~ MASTBR PLAN/ENVIRONMBNTAL ASSESSMENT XEY ISSUB To review the Ministry of the Environment - Environmental Assessment Branch decision to return to the Authority the Tommy Thompson Park Master Plan/Environmental Assessment filed July, 1989 Res. #130 Moved by: Ron Moran Seconded by: ~ip Van ~eapen RBSOLVBD THAT the letter fro. Hr. Derek Doyle, Director, Environaental Asse.s.ent Branch, Ministry of the Bnvironaent, dated Noveaber 13, 1991, be received; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to prepare a report for cODsideration at Water and Related Land Manaqe.ent Advisory Board xeetinq 11/92, scheduled for March 6, 1992, on a p1anninq process and reco..endations to enable resUbais.ion of the To..y Thoapson Park Master P1an/Environaenta1 Assessaent to the Ministry of the Environment. CARRIED BACKGROUND By way of letter dated June 27, 1989, the Authority filed with the Minister of the Environment the Tommy Thompson Park Master Plan and Environmental Assessment document The Authority at the same time forwarded the document to the Environmental Assessment Branch to facilitate the government review process under section 7 of the Environmental Assessment Act On December 16, 1991, the Authority received a letter dated November 13, 1991 from Mr Derek Doyle, Director, Environmental Assessment Branch, Ministry of the Environment, indicating that the Tommy Thompson Park Master Plan/Environmental Assessment was being returned to our agency without completion of the government review The Ministry indicated, however, that they would deal with any new submission in a timely fashion WOR~ TO BE DONB It is staff's proposal that a report be prepared for consideration at the March 6, 1992, meeting of the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board outlining the implications of the Ministry'S actions, the status of adjacent studies and proposals by other agencies and a planning process required to facilitate resubmission of the Tommy Thompson Park Master Plan/Environmental Assessment Authority staff anticipate that the Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront's final report will be released by the end of January, 1992, and any specific recommendations on Tommy Thompson Park can be addressed in the report to the Board Staff will also consult with Metropolitan Toronto Planning Department, Parks and Property Department and city of Toronto Planning Department, Parks and Recreation Department and Toronto Harbour Commissioners staff in preparing the report ~ 0-205 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 19/91. HELD JANUARY 17. 1992 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 4. STATUS REPORT ON THB ACAO CLASS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FOR REMEDIAL FLOOD AND EROSION CONTPOL PROJECTS ItEY ISSUE Further to information provided in minutes from Meeting #5/91 of the Water and Related Land Management Board, the MTRCA has been coordinating the preparation of the ACAO Class EA for Remedial Flood and Erosion Control Projects to replace the 1985 ACAO Class EA for Water Management Structures Res. 1131 Moved by: Ron Moran Seconded by: Itip Van Itempen THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the status report, dated 1992.01.07., on the ACAO Class SA for Remedial Flood and Erosion Control projects, be received for information. CARRIED BACItGROUND The original Class EA for Water Management Structures was intended to define one planning and design process to minimize the environmental effects associated with the reduction or elimination of water management problems, including flooding and erosion The Class EA was developed by the Association of Conserv~tion Authorities of Ontario (ACAO) and was approved under the Environmental Assessment Act on December 12, 1985, for a five year period On September 27, 1989, the ACAO wrote to the Minister of the Environment requesting that approval for the existing Class EA be extended for a five year period to December, 1995 The Minister conducted a lengthy review, including consultation with the Environmental Assessment Advisory Committee (EAAC), and on september 6, 1990, denied the ACAO's request The Minister required that the ACAO develop a new Class EA to ensure improvements in specified areas A new Class EA must be in place by December, 1992 To allow adequate time for the Ministry of the Environment's review, the new Class EA must be submitted to the Minister by March 1, 1992 In the interim, while a new Class EA is being developed, the existing Class EA should be extended until no later than December, 1992, with amendments that address specific concerns Prior to December 12, 1990, the ACAO applied for and was granted an Exemption Order to have the expiry of the Class EA extended to March 1, 1991, by which time amendments to the existing Class EA would be submitted to the Minister The draft "Class EA Addendum", containing the required amendments to the original Class EA, was prepared by the ACAO and circulated to conservation authorities and interest groups for review Staff of the MTRCA was instrumental in incorporating the review comments and submitting the final version of the Addendum to the Minister of the Environment on February 27, 1991 The Minister approved the Class EA Addendum on August 12, 1991 In April, 1991 the ACAO asked the MTRCA to coordinate the preparation of the new Class EA To assist in this project, the ACAO retained Armour Environmental Consulting to provide advice regarding the process to be followed and the public consultation aspects of the project The ACAO also established a Steering Committee with representatives from five conservation authorities across Ontario, the Ministry of Natural Resources, the Ministry of the Environment, and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario 0-206 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 19/91. HBLD JANUARY 17. 1992 SECTION I - ITEMS POR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 4. STATUS REPORT ON THB ACAO CLASS BNVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FOR REMEDIAL FLOOD AND EROSION CONTROL PROJECTS (contd.) Two programs of public consultation have been active throughout this project a stakeholder program, involving agencies and environmental groups who made submissions to the EAAC, and other individuals who expressed an interest in being directly involved in the project, and a broader puolic consultation program which solicited input from the general public and interest groups The following chart summarizes the major accomplishments to date and identifies up-coming activities August 12, 1991 Notice of Intent to prepare the Class EA Release of draft Workplan Public Review September 15, 1991 Release of finalized Workplan November 15, 1991 Release of draft Class EA November 15, 1991 Public Review to January 15, 1992 March 1, 1992 Final Class EA submission to MOE The new Class EA for Remedial Flood and Erosion Control Projects differs from the original ACAO Class EA in several key areas . New title describes the scope of the document more accurately . Inter-relationship of watershed plans and Class EA undertakings is described more thoroughly . provision for full consideration of alternatives, including non- structural. . Statement of Planning Principles (e g ecosystem approach, habitat enhancement in addition to habitat protection, etc ) . Environmental screening rather than use of dollar limits to determine project status under the Class EA . More extensive public notification and consultation requirements . Increased monitoring at the project level . provision for effectiveness monitoring of the Class EA FINANCIAL DBTAILS Eighty-five per cent of the funding for this project was provided directly to the MTRCA from the Ministry of Natural Resources, based on a project file submission of the ACAO The ACAO will levy 37 conservation authorities, not including MTRCA, to make up the remaining 15% of the project funding for 1991 The ACAO acknowledges MTRCA's contribution of staff time and expertise as a reasonable substitute for a financial contribution to the 15% The ACAO will again submit a project file to the Ministry of Natural Resources to secure funding for 1992 0-207 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #9/91. HELD JANUARY 17. 1992 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION s. MISSISSAUGA TOPSOIL PRESERVATION BY-LAW KEY ISSUE The city of Mississauga has adopted a Topsoil Preservation By-law and has recommended that the Authority name the city of Mississauga as the review agency. acting on our behalf, for sediment controls required as a condition of draft approval for subdivisions within the City Res. #132 Moved by: Ron Moran seconded by: Lois Hancey THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT comments regarding construction- related sediment controls no longer be provided by the Authority for development applications adjacent to valley and stream corridors within the city of Mississauga as the Mississauga Topsoil preservation By-law will address Authority objectives; THAT an auditing process be established, including the preparation of quide1ines for erosion and sediment control for urban construction sites, to ensure that the Authority's watershed management objectives are maintained; ; THAT both the city of Mississauga and the Authority co-ordinate the implementation of erosion and sediment control requirements for approved works within valley and stream corridors in accordance with the Topsoil Preservation By-law and Fill, Construction and Alteration to waterways Requ1ations, respectively; THAT the city of Mississauga confirm that Authority works related to flood and erosion control are exempt from the requirements of the by-law; AND FURTHER THAT the city of Mississauga, the Region of Peel, the Credit Valley conservation Authority and Halton Region conservation Authority be advised accordingly. CARRIED BACKGROUND At Executive committee Meeting #13/91 held on November 15, 1991, correspondence from the city of Mississauga was received and was referred to staff as follows "Res. #263 THAT the letter from Karin Brent, Committee Coordinator, City of Mississauga, dated October 22, 1991, re Topsoil Preservation By-law be received; AND THAT a staff report be prepared on the issues raised in the letter for consideration by the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board CARRIED" On October 21, 1991, the City of Mississauga enacted a Topsoil Preservation By-law to regulate topsoil stripping and stockpiling activities within the City of Mississauga Important elements of the by-law are . It applies to all sites greater than 1 hectare or adjacent to a watercourse; 0-208 WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 19/91. HELD JANUARY 1~. 1992 SECTION I - ITEMS POR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION 5. MISSISSAUGA TOPSOIL PRESERVATION BY-LAW (contd.) . It requires that a permit be obtained; . It requires pre-engineering and design of sediment and erosion control plans at an early stage in the development process; . It provides for effective maintenance and compliance of controls by requiring sediment and erosion control works on construction sites prior to any pre-servicing; . It requires an application for permit be submitted with a control plan, fee and letter of credit; . It encourages phased construction of development sites by limiting the area that can be disturbed at one time and requiring stabilization of disturbed lands after 30 days of inactivity Each permit is valid for 180 days; and . It permits the city to undertake any repairs required at the owner's expense RATIONALE Staff have met with representatives from the city of Mississauga to review the Topsoil Preservation By-law The following issues were identified as a result of our review Relationshio to the Review of Municioal Oevelooment Aoolications bv the Authoritv In an attempt to avoid duplication of effort and streamline the review and approvals process, staff supports the City of Mississauga recommendation that the Authority no longer comment on construction-related sediment controls associated with the review of development applications (subdivisions, site plans, etc ) adjacent to valley and stream corridors within the city The Topsoil Preservation By-law is comprehensive and will address the Authority's objectives for sediment control during construction The Credit Valley Conservation Authority has also supported this initiative and has further suggested that an aUditing process be established to ensure that conservation authority objectives are maintained Staff is investigating a similar aUditing process for the Authority which will include the development of guidelines for erosion and sediment control for urban construction sites Relationshio to Conservation Authoritv Requlations Staff of the Authority and the City of Mississauga will have to co-ordinate the implementation of construction-related sediment controls for works within valley and stream corridors that require Authority approval pursuant to its Fill, Construction and Alteration to Waterways RegUlation This includes the approval of temporary sediment control works within a regulated area that may be recommended through the implementation of the Topsoil Preservation By-law Exemotion for Conservation Authoritv Works While there is no specific exemption within the Topsoil Preservation By-law for Conservation Authority works associated with flood and erosion control, the City has indicated that they would exempt such works from the requirements of the by-law Staff have requested written confirmation to this end 0-209 WATBR AND RELATBD LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 19/91. HELD JANUARY 17. 1992 SBCTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION s. MISSISSAUGA TOPSOIL PRESERVATION BY-LAW (contd.l Power of Entrv Our enforcement staff noted that the stipulation of power of entry provisions in the by-law would first require such provisions in the governing legislation to be effective The city is consulting their Legal Department for an interpretation 45. ROUGB VALLBY PARK PROJBCT - PHASB ONB REPORT -Backqround. Princioles and ootions KBY ISSUB A staff reply to the Rouge Valley Park Advisory Committee with regard to the Phase One Report Res. 1133 Moved by: Ron Moran Seconded by: Kip Van Kempen THB BOARD RBCOMMENDS TO THB AUTHORITY THAT the staff comments witb respect to the Rouqe valley Park project - Phase One Report - Background, Principle. and options, be received. CARRIED BACKGROUND The Rouge Valley Park Project was established by the Provincial Government to develop a plan for the area designated for park purposes in northeast Scarborough The Authority is represented on the Park Advisory Committee and at specific subcommittees as an active participant or to provide technical assistance The Park Advisory Committee completed its Phase One Report late in 1991 and requested the Authority, and other pUblic agencies having resource and parks management experience, to review the report and to meet with the Committee on December 12, 1991, to identify any interests or concerns As a follow-up to this meeting, staff prepared and forwarded the attached letter to the Committee, to ensure that the Authority's interests were documented Given the timing of the Report's release and the subsequent meeting, there was no opportunity to bring this matter to the attention of the Authority The information provided and the position taken is consistent with adopted Authority policy and programs TBRMINATION The meeting terminated at 11 45 am, January 17, 1992 Don Jackson C. Mather Chairman Director, Water Resources Division /bb