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Home My WebLink AboutAuthority 1997 ~ , the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority MINUTES OF AUTHORITY MEETING #1/97 Page A 1 February 21, 1997 Meeting #1/97 of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority was held on Friday, February 21, 1997, in the Visitors Centre at Black Creek Pioneer Village. The Secretary-Treasurer, Craig Mather, called the meeting to order at 10:30 a.m. PRESENT Patrick Abtan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Maria Augimeri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Randy Barber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Margaret Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member lIa Bossons .................................................. Member Victoria Carley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Raymond Cho . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Michael Di Biase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Lois Griffin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Lois Hancey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Brian Harrison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Norman Kelly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Eldred King .................................................. Member Frank McKechnie .............................................. Member Jim McMaster ................................................ Member Richard O'Brien ............................................... Member Gerri Lynn O'Connor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Case Ootes .................................................. Member Paul Palleschi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Donna Patterson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Enrico Pistritto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Maja Prentice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Paul Raina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Bev Salmon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Deborah Sword ............................................... Member Richard Whitehead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member REGRETS Lorna Bissell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Joan King ................................................... Member A2 Authority Meeting # 1/97, February 21, 1997 APPOINTMENTS TO THE METROPOLITAN TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY FOR 1997/98. ADJALA-TOSORONTlO/MONO Donna Patterson DURHAM Gerri Lynn O'Connor Enrico Pistritto Jim McMaster METROPOLITAN TORONTO Patrick Abtan Maria Augimeri lIa Bossons Victoria Carley Raymond Cho Lois Griffin Brian Harrison Norman Kelly Joan King Richard O'Brien Case Ootes Paul Raina Bev Salmon Deborah Sword PEEL Lorna Bissell Frank McKechnie Paul Palleschi Maja Prentice Richard Whitehead YORK Randy Barber Margaret Black Michael Di Biase Lois Hancey Eldred King Authority Meeting #1/97, February 21, 1997 A3 RES. #A 1/97 - APPOINTMENT OF SCRUTINEERS Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Eldred King THAT Mr. Doug King, Chartered Accountant of KPMG and Ms. Mary Besson, Senior Accountant Manager, Royal Bank be appointed as scrutineers for the election of officers, if required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED ELECTIONS The Chief Administrative Officer/Secretary-Treasurer conducted the 1997 election of officers. CHAIR OF THE METROPOLITAN TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY Richard O'Brien was nominated by Richard Whitehead. RES. #A2/97 - MOTION TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Patrick Abtan THAT nominations for the office of the Chair of the Authority be closed. . . . . .. CARRIED RICHARD O'BRIEN was declared elected by acclamation as Chair of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. A4 Authority Meeting #1/97, February 21, 1997 VICE CHAIR OF THE METROPOLITAN TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY Lois Hancey was nominated by Patrick Abtan. RES. #A3/97 - MOTION TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS Moved by: Frank McKechnie Seconded by: Paul Palleschi THAT nominations for the office of Vice Chair of the Authority be closed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED LOIS HANCEY was declared elected by acclamation as Vice Chair of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. CHAIR, FINANCE AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY BOARD Brian Harrison was nominated by Patrick Abtan. RES. #A4/97 - MOTION TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS Moved by: Eldred King Seconded by: Randy Barber THAT nominations for the office of Chair of the Finance and Business Development Advisory Board be closed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED Brian Harrison was declared elected by acclamation as Chair of the Finance and Business Development Advisory Board. Authority Meeting #1/97, February 21, 1997 AS CHAIR, WATERSHED MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD Lois Griffin was nominated by lIa Bossons. RES. #A5/97 - MOTION TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Michael Di Biase THAT nominations for the office of Chair of the Watershed Management Advisory Board be closed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED Lois Griffin was declared elected by acclamation as Chair of the Watershed Management Advisory Board. CHAIR, PUBLIC USE ADVISORY BOARD Richard Whitehead was nominated by Paul Palleschi. RES. #A6/97 - MOTION TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS Moved by: Frank McKechnie Seconded by: Paul Raina THAT nominations for the office of Chair of the Public Use Advisory Board be closed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED Richard Whitehead was declared elected by acclamation as Chair of the Public Use Advisory Board. A6 Authority Meeting #1197, February 21, 1997 THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO REPRESENTATIVE ON THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Maria Augimeri was nominated by Deborah Sword. RES. #A7/97 - MOTION TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS Moved by: Paul Palleschi Seconded by: Donna Patterson THAT nominations for The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto representative on the Executive Committee be closed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED Maria Augimeri was declared elected by acclamation as a member of the Executive Committee. THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK REPRESENTATIVE ON THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Michael Di Biase was nominated by Eldred King. RES. #A8/97 - MOTION TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Patrick Abtan THAT nominations for the Regional Municipality of York representative on the Executive Committee be closed. ............................ CARRIED Michael Di Biase was declared elected by acclamation as a member of the Executive Committee. Authority Meeting #1/97, February 21, 1997 A7 THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM REPRESENTATIVE ON THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Enrico Pistritto was nominated by Bev Salmon. Jim McMaster was nominated by Gerri Lynn 0' Connor. RES. #A9/97 - MOTION TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS Moved by: Paul Palleschi Seconded by: Frank McKechnie THAT nominations for the Regional Municipality of Durham representative on the Executive Committee be closed. ............................ CARRIED Following the counting of ballots and report of the scrutineers, Jim McMaster was declared elected as the Regional Municipality of Durham, Executive Committee Representative. VICE CHAIR, FINANCE AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY BOARD Patrick Abtan was nominated by Frank McKechnie. RES. #A10/97 - MOTION TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS Moved by: Brian Harrison Seconded by: Jim McMaster THAT nominations for the office of Vice Chair of the Finance and Business Development Advisory Board be closed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED Patrick Abtan was declared elected by acclamation as Vice Chair of the Finance and Business Development Advisory Board. AS Authority Meeting #1/97, February 21, 1997 VICE CHAIR, WATERSHED MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD Lorna Bissell was nominated by Lois Hancey. RES. #A11/97 - MOTION TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS Moved by: Paul Palleschi Seconded by: Patrick Abtan THAT nominations for the office of Vice Chair of the Watershed Management Advisory Board be closed. ................................ CARRIED Lorna Bissell was declared elected by acclamation as Vice Chair of the Watershed Management Advisory Board. VICE CHAIR, PUBLIC USE ADVISORY BOARD Donna Patterson was nominated by Gerri Lynn O'Connor. RES. #A12/97 - MOTION TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Maja Prentice THAT nominations for the office of Vice Chair of the Public Use Advisory Board be closed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED Donna Patterson was declared elected by acclamation as Vice Chair of the Public Use Advisory Board. RES. #A13/97 - DESTRUCTION OF BALLOTS Moved by: Maja Prentice Seconded by: Maria Augimeri THAT the ballots used in the election be destroyed. ..................... CARRIED Authority Meeting # 1/97, February 21, 1997 A9 RES #A 14/97 - APPOINTMENT OF ADVISORY BOARDS Moved by: Gerri Lynn O'Connor Seconded by: Margaret Black THAT 1997 appointments to the Finance and Business Development, Watershed Management and Public Use Advisory Boards be approved as listed herein; FINANCE AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY BOARD Patrick Abtan Margaret Black Raymond Cho Brian Harrison Norman Kelly Frank McKechnie Case Ootes WATERSHED MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD Lorna Bissell lIa Bossons Lois Griffin Lois Hancey Joan King Jim McMaster Enrico Pistritto Maja Prentice Paul Raina Bev Salmon PUBLIC USE ADVISORY BOARD Maria Augimeri Randy Barber Victoria Carley Michael Di Biase Eldred King Gerrj Lynn O'Connor Paul Palleschi Donna Patterson Deborah Sword Richard Whitehead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A10 Authority Meeting #1/97, February 21,1997 TERMINATION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11: 15 a.m. on February 21, 1997. Richard O'Brien J. Craig Mather Chair Secretary-Treasurer pI. INAUGURAL MEETING Following the adjournment of the 41 st Annual Meeting of the Authority # 1/97; the Chair of the Authority, Richard O'Brien, called the Inaugural meeting to order at 11 :30 a.m. ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 12:45 p.m., February 21, 1997. Richard O'Brien J. Craig Mather Chair Secretary-Treasurer pI. ~ , the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority MINUTES OF AUTHORITY MEETING #2/97 Page A 11 April 4, 1997 Meeting #2/97 of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority was held on Friday, April 4, 1997, in the Visitors Centre at Black Creek Pioneer Village. The Chair, Richard O'Brien, called the meeting to order at 10:05 a.m. PRESENT Patrick Abtan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Maria Augimeri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Randy Barber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Lorna Bissell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Margaret Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member lIa Bossons .................................................. Member Victoria Carley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Michael Di Biase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Lois Griffin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Lois Hancey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Norman Kelly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Eldred King .................................................. Member Frank McKechnie .............................................. Member Jim McMaster ................................................ Member Richard O'Brien ............................................... Member Gerri Lynn O'Connor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Case Ootes .................................................. Member Donna Patterson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Paul Raina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Deborah Sword ............................................... Member Richard Whitehead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member REGRETS Raymond Cho . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Brian Harrison ................................................ Member Joan King ................................................... Member Paul Palleschi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Enrico Pistritto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Maja Prentice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Bev Salmon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member A12 Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 RES. #A 15/97 - MINUTES Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Randy Barber THAT the Minutes of Meeting #13/96, and Meeting #1/97, both held on February 21, 1997 be approved. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED CORRESPONDENCE (a) A letter from Mrs. Barbara G. Cole, Friends of Boyd Park, dated February 27, 1997 regarding the removal of saplings from Authority land, along Islington Avenue, south of Rutherford Road, in the City of Vaughan. (b) A letter from John Marshall, Commissioner, The Corporation of the City of Brampton Planning and Building Department. Re: Bram East (formerly Eastgate) Secondary Plan, Williams Parkway Extension Environmental Assessment Study. See Res. #A24/97, page A24. RES. #A 16/97 - CORRESPONDENCE (A) Moved by: Margaret Black Seconded by: Norman Kelly THAT the above correspondence (a) re: Mrs. Barbara G. Cole be received. . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A17/97 - CORRESPONDENCE (B) Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Lorna Bissell THA T the above correspondence (b) re: Bram East Secondary Plan be received. . CARRIED RES. #A18/97 - PRESENTATION (a) Mr. Jim Dillane, Director of Finance and Business re: Non-Matching Levy and the 1997 Budget. Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Randy Barber THA T the above-noted presentation be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . " CARRIED Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 A13 RES. #A19/97 - "CELEBRATE YOUR WATERSHEDI- WEEK A request to Municipalities to declare May 4 - 10, 1997 as "Celebrate Your Watershedl" Week. Moved by Lorna Bissell Seconded by: Paul Raina THAT the Municipalities within The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's area of jurisdiction, be requested to support the initiative to raise public awareness regarding the importance of watershed management and regeneration, by designating May 4 - 10, 1997 as .Celebrate Your Watershedl- Week. . . . . . . .. CARRIED BACKGROUND Since 1994, the Authority has organized "Paddle the Don- as an opportunity for canoeists to experience the Don River from a different perspective. In 1995, the Metro RAP and MTRCA agreed to cosponsor "Celebrate Your Watershed'- Week with a week long program of activities developed primarily in local communities. The week was launched with the second annual "Paddle the Don." 1996, the 50th anniversary of the Conservation Authorities Act, provided an excellent opportunity to focus "Celebrate Your Watershed'- Week on the Authority's environmental work and to provide an opportunity for the community to take part in and gain awareness of important watershed management and regeneration projects. "Celebrate Your Watershed'" Week continues to be an opportunity to bring together our municipal and community partners. As in past years, the planning and coordination for 1997 are being carried out through a steering committee. Authority staff will act as "watershed" coordinators to ensure communications and contacts within each watershed and to build the community network. All representatives have been asked to include local community groups in their organization of events. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE A Steering Committee of agency and municipal staff representatives has developed a program of events for the week. Committee members are pursuing partnerships and sponsorships. FINANCIAL DETAILS Partnerships, corporate sponsorships and donations have been committed and continue to be sought. Priorities have been established and all expenditures are based on funds being available. Report prepared by: Alyson Deans, Ext. 269 For information contact: Joanne Jeffery, Ext.325 A14 Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 RES #A20/97 - BILL 119 PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO CONSERVATION AUTHORITIES ACT Receipt and action of the Conservation Authorities of Ontario (formerly the Association of Conservation Authorities of Ontario) submission to the Province regarding the Bill 119 proposed amendments to the Conservation Authorities Act. Moved by Lorna Bissell Seconded by: Paul Raina THA T the Conservation Authorities of Ontario submission to the Province of Ontario regarding proposed amendments to the Conservation Authorities Act through Bill 119, be endorsed; THAT copies of the submission be forwarded to the regional and local municipalities and the Members of Provincial Parliament within the Authority's watersheds emphasizing our concerns that the proposed amendments increase duplication and do not streamline or simplify approval processes; AND FURTHER THAT the Authority's municipal partners be requested to express their concern to the province that the proposed amendments to the Conservation Authorities Act do not achieve the government's Red Tape objectives and to urge the province to work with the Conservation Authorities of Ontario in redrafting the amendment. . . . . . . . .. CARRIED For Information Contact: Renee Jarrett, ext 315 Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 A15 , Conservation Authorities of Ontario Response to Bill 119 March 11, 1997 -" - - -- - To CO.iOeoL "........ -. Fa> . I'u . ~(!JJ~~ A16 Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 53/25/~997 15:48 '3558956751 CD-lSERVATICll CNr~IQ PAGE 52 Bill 1 19 which sets out the specific red tape actions a1iccting the Ministry of Natural Reso\m:cs, was introduced in the Lcgi.sI8lm'e on Monday, February 3,1997 and was rcc:cived through its first reading. One week prior to the Bill being released, the Ministry ofNlIIUrlIl Resoun:cs released to the Association of Conservation Authorities of Ontario the draft copy of a revised Conservation Authority Fill, Construction and Alteration to Wat~y Regulation. The red tape reduction principles adopted by the government are: r Rc:suict regulanons to mltllnCC:S where there is a problem ~g illtcrvcmion I Onllrio government will only legis1a= and regu1aIIl in lIrQS QlDSisl2nt wilh ils role aIld priorities I Benetits of policy mllSt 01ltWe1lh the consequences Cram Iaclc of im=vennon Costs to government and atfectcd parties should not ourweigb the benefit All rnJisuc: a1tm1anvcs to govmunCllt l.guWion IUd reguIuicm should be explClT'l!d I I : The government "'111 harmonize with ~g intenWional. lII1illlli1. provmclaI or otheT' exisnng standards In' rei\llmans where possible I The need. for reguWloll ~11 be assessed with affecred busmesses. individuals 3I1d groups I I . LeiJSlanon and ~ans will be dr.Ift:c1 and uaplcmentcd to mess the objective ;md result:lto be achieved. no , ! process . Rcsources nec:essary to admiDisur :md enforce :my reauImon will be obtamed prior to implementanon i . Paper and process of Implememarion will be Stre8ll11ined. minimi2zd or eliminated as much as possible I . Good CUSlDmeT' service will be emphasu:d . Enforcement and c:ompliance will be COllSlStent WIth policy objectl\.cs md nsks and mneclies i1Sses.m1 for non- I compliance I . ~onnllnc:e measures "';11 be implememed to measure value. effcctlYel1e5S ;md imp:u:o I . Every rqullwoD WIll hIM: a sunset clmse In' review due iISIlgned when it is approved. L- The Conservation Authorities of Ontario have reviewed both Bill 119 and the circulated regulation. COD"ervanon Autboritie<! have 'erio~ oatlltandlDV concern~ ~tb the drsfti"~ ofhoth tbe biD aDd the reneric 1'I!in1lation. There are significant faults in the amendments as drafted. The ameDdmeD~ do not achieve reform con,in!!"t with the nn"dDles of the Drnvi"cial ~ernment a" set forth above. Conservation Authorities have obtained legal opiniOl13 from three law firms with considerable experience related to Section 28 of the Conservation Authorities Act. By Consensus, it is their opinion that these amendments in some C8.SCS fail to give Conservation Authorities appropriate jurisdiction. In other c:asc:s, the rcgul:uions arc subject to attack for vagueness. The .4.ct IlDd Retrulatioml 85 they now nand are familY fla....ed and in order to implement their intent then must be 5ubsta"tial CbBDI!:CS to tbe"e nrnvi"ion5. Specifics in roppon of this statement are outlined in the attac:hed pages. Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 A17 63/25/1997 16:48 965895El751 ~AT:ON CNT.:.RIO PAGE 63 Conservation AllIhorlllG of 0-;0 . Rupot'Ul1 to ISIU J J 9 Pap 2 III Summary: The Conservation Authorities feel it is critical that the objective of ~ducing red tape be met through this exercise and thJtt there are substantial. opportunities 10 do so. The following summarizes our key issues in this regard: . Overlap in staIUtc:l and regulations affecting valley lands. lakes and rivers has inCl'eB5ed. Dot dttreBsed . Conservation Authorities do not think that the changes 10 the Conservation Authorities Act and the Lakes and Rivers Improvement Act have achieved strf"'>mlin;ng of the process or reduced duplication. In fact.. the I!hBn~e5 eould further eomnliate the existinl; system. . Conservation Authorities want 10 work with MNRJProvincc for further integration and streamlining while proteeting the integrity of watmheds IUld their management. . Conservation Authorities would like to meet with the drafteTs of this legislation to discuss modifications to achieve the government's objectives with respcctto the elimination of'4red tape" and duplication. Specifically, Conservation Authorities would like to meet to mmu that thill enrcis!! re5ult~ in the ~uction of Overlllp in statute5 and r'1!plations aff~n1: valle\. lands and I.k~ and river.! IUld that the re~"'ponsibilities and provision for the regulation of risk management and envirocmental protection are clearly distin~shable in each At:: :md that the IDlU1aSement and regulation is seamless and will deliver comprehensive watershed management . The Conservation Authorities' solicitors have a great dc3l of experience in the administration of the ~gu1ation and ACAO recommends that solicitors representing Conservation Authorities work with provincial lawyers to redraft the language in both the bill and the generic regulation so that the final product addresses the government's objectives and the Comervation Authorities have a regulation that is effective, efficient md workable. I1R AC ~o .n" rommit to the IlvBllabilitv of Conservation Authoritv ~olieitor.! to eommence the redMlftin2 forthwith. A18 Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 RES. #A21/97 - 1997 NON-MATCHING MUNICIPAL LEVY Approval of the non-matching municipal levy by weighted vote. Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Randy Barber THAT the non-matching municipal levy included in the 1997 Budget, Operating and Capital, be approved in accordance with the provisions of Ontario Regulation 139/96; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to make the necessary adjustments to the 1997 Budget, Operating and Capital, as may be needed when the actual provincial grant information is available. AMENDMENT RES. #A22/97 Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: lIa Bossons THAT staff include two charts outlining the weighted voting regulation and operating and capital programs in the minutes for reference. THE AMENDMENT WAS ........................... . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RECORDED VOTE ON WEIGHTED MAJORITY Patrick Abtan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Yea, 3.5714% Maria Augimeri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Yea, 3.5714% Randy Barber. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Yea, 5.6597% Lorna Bissell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Yea, 3.4566% Margaret Black. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Yea, 5.6597% lIa Bossons ............................................. Yea, 3.5714% Victoria Carley. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Yea, 3.5714% Michael Di Biase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Yea, 5.6597% Lois Griffin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Yea, 3.5714% Lois Hancey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Yea, 5.6597% Norman Kelly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Yea, 3.5714% Eldred King ............................................. Yea, 5.6597% Frank McKechnie ......................................... Yea, 3.4566% Jim McMaster ........................................... Yea, 1.4652% Richard O'Brien .......................................... Yea, 3.5714% Gerrj Lynn O'Connor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Yea, 1.4652% Case Ootes ............................................. Yea, 3.5714% Donna Patterson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Yea, .0234% Paul Raina. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Yea, 3.5714% Deborah Sword .......................................... Yea, 3.5714% Richard Whitehead. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Yea, 3.4566% TOTAL PRESENT = . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 77.4509% THE MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS ................................ CARRIED Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 A19 BACKGROUND The "non-matching levy" is the amount of municipal levy for which there is no matching provincial grant. Staff estimates that about $936,000 in provincial grant will be available. The matching levy is included in the 1997 Budget. Approval of the non-matching levy requires a separate, weighted vote. This must precede the vote on the 1997 Budget. The report to the March 7, 1997, Finance and Business Development Advisory Board entitled "Municipal Levies, Approval by Weighted Majority - revised" describes the regulation and the required voting procedure. This report is found elsewhere in the April 4th Authority agenda. When the actual Provincial grants are known, staff will adjust the matching and non- matching levy accordingly. The member municipalities' total levy apportionment as set out in the 1997 Budget will not change. RATIONALE Members are required to approve the non-matching municipal levy in accordance with the weighted voting procedures set out in Ontario Regulation 139/96 and its interpretation procedures. The weighted votes for each member are as follows: Townships of Adjala-Tosorontio and Mono 0.0234 Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto 3.5714 Regional Municipality of Durham 1.4652 Regional Municipality of Peel 3.4566 Regional Municipality of York 5.6597 A recorded vote is required. A quorum must be present. The majority of weighted votes cast shall decide the question. Report prepared by: J. Dillane, ext. 220 )> II,) 0 THE METROPOLITAN TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY APPORTIONMENT OF 1997 LEVIES OPERATING & CAPITAL PROGRAMS - - - __. .________ - ~______. __ ____ - ___ ___ 0_-____-- ------ MATCHING TAX NON-MATCHING TOTAL OP. CAPITAL TOTAL LEVY ADJUST. LEVY LEVY LEVY LEVY ---$ ---S----------------$ $ $ .$ ADJALA- TOSORONTIO 54 347 401 11 412 DURHAM 24,476 57,360 203,108 284,944 53,993 338,937 METRO TORONTO 657,583 3,932,679 4,590,262 5,456,616 10,046,878 MONO 76 488 564 8 572 PEEL 96,236 83,702 995,757 1,175,695 27,318 1,203,013 )> YORK 157,575 58,358 1,143,101 1,359,034 33,184 1 392218 S- o ~. 936,000 199.420 6,275.480 7.410.900 5.571.130 12982030 2: ~ ... CD CD ..., THE METROPOLITAN TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY WEIGHTED VOTING REGULATION 2: 1 2 3 4 6 6 ~ ~ to DEA% Apportionment Number of Apportionment to .... Municipality DEA% (Excl. Metro) of Votes Members By Voter Adjala- T osorontio 0.00576 0.00576 0.00968 } } 1 0.0234 Mono 0.00814 0.00814 0.01368 } Durham 2.61493 2.61493 4.39552 3 1.4652 Peel 10.28166 10.28166 17.28276 5 3.4566 York 16.83493 16.83493 28.29836 5 5.6597 Metro 70.25458 50.00000 14 3.5714 100.00000 29.74542 100.00000 28 > N ~ A22 Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 RES. #A23/97 - 1997 BUDGET This report recommends the 1997 Budget, Operating and Capital, within the context of the three year business plan starting in 1997. Appendix FB1/97. Moved by: Richard Whitehead Seconded by: Lois Griffin THAT the 1997 Operating and Capital Budget, and all projects therein, be adopted; AND WHEREAS the Conservation Authorities Act provides that an Authority shall have the power to determine the portion of total benefit afforded to all participating municipalities that is afforded to each of them in establishing the annual levy, The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority resolves as follows, subject to such regulations under the Act as may be approved by the Lieutenant-Govemor-in-Council: (i) That all member municipalities be designated as benefiting for all projects included in the 1997 Operating Budget; (ii) That the Authority's share of the cost of the projects included in the 1997 Operating Budget shall be raised from all member municipalities as part of the General Levy; (Ui) That the 1997 General Levy be apportioned to the participating municipalities in the proportion that the equalized assessment of the whole is under the jurisdiction of the Authority, unless otherwise provided in the levy or a project and as adjusted to meet the individual funding requirements of the participating municipalities; (iv) That the 1997 General Levy for the operation, maintenance and development of the Conservation Areas, Black Creek Pioneer Village and the Kortright Centre for Conservation be in accordance with the funding formula adopted by the Authority at Its meeting #8/88 held on December 2, 1988, continued at the 1993 apportionments and excluding asset management and other costs as set out in the Business Plan; (v) That the appropriate Authority officials be instructed to advise the participating municipalities, pursuant to the Conservation Authorities Act and to levy the said municipalities the amount of the General Levy set forth in the 1997 Operating Budget; (vi) That the appropriate Authority officials be instructed to advise the participating municipalities pursuant to the Conservation Authorities Act and to levy the said municipalities the amount of the Capital Levy set forth in the 1997 Capital Budget and in the approved projects of the Authority. THAT staff be authorized to amend the 1997 Budget to reflect the amount of levy as approved by the Regional Municipality of York; continued... Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 A23 THAT staff be authorized to amend the 1997 Budget to reflect 1997 provincial grants allocations in order to determine the amount of matching levy governed by regulation; AND FURTHER THAT except where statutory or regulatory requirements provide otherwise, staff be authorized to enter into agreements with private sector or government agencies for the undertaking of projects which are of benefit to the Authority and funded by a sponsor. . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED BACKGROUND Memher MlJnidpalitie~ Staff has met with representatives of the Regions of Peel, York and Durham and the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto to present and discuss the Authority's three year business plan and 1997 municipal levy requirements. As of March 26th, the Regions of Peel and Durham and Metropolitan Toronto have included in their approved budgets the levy amounts which will be requested by the Authority. The Region of York will be approving its budget on March 27th. We have been advised by Regional staff that the recommended budget for conservation authorities is -3.9%. The Authority had requested that the 1997 levy be the same as it was for 1996 and budgeted accordingly. If the Region of York approves a lesser amount, staff will amend the budget to provide for the reduced York Region levy. Prnvincial legi~latinn The Conservation Authorities Act has been amended to delete the section requiring Ontario Municipal Board Approval of capital projects. This will expedite implementation of these projects. In a separate report is a resolution on the non-matching levy and voting procedures. 1 QQ7 -1 QQQ BII~inA~~ Plan The 1997 Budget, Operating and Capital, implements the first year of the 1997-1999 Business Plan approved by the Authority in October of 1996. The Business Plan has been updated as additional information and operating changes have become known. The basic assumptions and principles have not changed. In the fall of 1997, staff will present an updated Business Plan for the years 1998-200). SUMMARY Budget details are included in the 1997 Budget document. Report prepared by: Jim Dillane, ext. 220, A24 Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 RES #A24/97- PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE BRAM EAST SECONDARY PLAN CITY OF BRAMPTON Follow-up to Authority Agenda Items #9.9 Claireville Conservation Area Management Plan and #9.10 Williams Parkway Extension Receipt and response to correspondence from staff of the City of Brampton outlining proposed amendments to the Bram East Secondary Plan related to the Claireville Conservation Area Management Plan and the proposed Williams Parkway Extension. See Res. #A46/97, #A47/97 and #A48//97. Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Lorna Bissell THA T the correspondence from the City of Brampton dated March 11, 1997, be received; AND FURTHER THAT the City of Brampton be requested to further refine the proposed wording and treatment of Authority lands within the Bram East Secondary Plan in accordance with this report. AMENDMENT RES #A25/97 Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Lorna Bissell THAT a final report on the status of the changes requested by the Authority to the Bram East Secondary Plan be brought back for Authority approval. THE AMENDMENT WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRI ED BACKGROUND Further to the Joint Meeting of the Watershed Management Advisory Board & Public Use Advisory Board #1/97 and consideration of the Claireville Conservation Area Management Plan and the proposed Williams Parkway Extension, staff has received correspondence from the City of Brampton (attached) which: . outline Brampton's general strategy and timing for the formulation of responses to the input received on the Bram East Secondary Plan, for reporting to Brampton Planning & Building Committee and Council on all the issues and requests, and for convening a further public meeting to consider any proposed Minister's Modifications to the Plan; . confirm receipt of Authority staff comments, as well as request that we advise whether other Authority comment letters related to Bram East are forthcoming; . propose solutions to some of the Authority's key concerns and thereby initiate a discussion that will hopefully lead to a fairly speedy resolution of those concerns. Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 A25 Several of the amendments directly respond to the recommendations arising from the Joint Meeting of the Watershed Management Advisory Board and Public Use Advisory Board for the Claireville Conservation Area Management Plan and the Proposed Williams Parkway Extension. The resolutions adopted at that meeting are set out in the minutes of the Joint Meeting and are before the Authority for approval. Authority staff has assessed the City's proposed amendments with respect to the Claireville Conservation Area Management Plan and the recommendations of the joint meeting of the WMAB and PUAB. For reporting purposes, we have addressed the land use designations of Authority lands within the Clareville CA and the issue of the proposed Williams Parkway extension separately. LAND USE DESIGNATION OF AUTHORITY LANDS Chapter 8 of the Claireville Conservation Area Management Plan as well as Map 14 identify the treatment of Authority lands within Claireville as they affect the Bram East Secondary Plan. Excerpts from the City's correspondence reflecting their understanding of the Authority's position is identified in italics, followed by Authority staff's assessment based on the Claireville Conservation Area Management Plan (CCAMP). (a) agreement that a Commercial/Office designation or a Mixed Commercial/Industrial designation with very minimal permission for industrial uses is appropriate and reflects long term intentions for the MTRCA lands at the northwest and southwest quadrants of Highway 7 and McVean Drive. The City has also noted their preference to use the standard Mixed Commercial/ Industrial designation of the Sram East Secondary Plan with a "special policy provision. requiring that there be a predominance of office uses with a high standard of design and landscaping that is complementary to the adjacent Conservation Area lands and that the ancillary or associated uses of these areas be limited to compatible high quality convenience commercial, service commercial, business commercial or selected prestige industrial uses. There are two "commercial-type" land use designations that are being used by the City in the Bram East Secondary Plan which relate to the uses proposed in the CCAMP. Both include provisions for a wide range of uses an"'" activities which go beyond those identified in the CCAMP. This broad approach to land use designation is typical at the secondary planning stage and is generally refined through the implementing zoning by-law. Staff is prepared to accept a land use designation(s) based on those already developed by the City for the Bram East Secondary Plan; however, we are not satisfied that the Mixed Commercialllndustrial designation and the proposed special policy provision, as currently worded, best reflect the proposed uses in the CCAMP. Further discussion is needed with Brampton staff to determine how to address the following: A26 Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 . The Secondary Plan needs to more clearly distinguish the differences in uses proposed for these two parcels of land, as follows: (I) The CCAMP identifies the northwest parcel as a commercial/office node which includes areas which have potential for commercial or office development. Specific uses could include a prestige corporate centre, business office building, institutional and associated complementary facilities. (ii) The CCAMP identifies the southwest parcel as public use/commercial which includes areas which are suited for the existing or potential high intensity recreational and educational uses, facilities or services and complimentary commercial development. Specific uses could include banquet facilities, dining, conference centre and bed and breakfast accommodations. The use must complement the natural environment vision for the area. . The size and configuration of both of the parcels need to be modified to reflect Map 14 of the CCAMP. . We would prefer that there be no provisions for industrial uses on either parcel. (b) no change of designation for the southeast quadrant of Highway 7 and McVean Drive fie. To remain designated Conservation Lands) because of the important environmental attributes of that area. Staff agree with this interpretation. The southeast quadrant of Highway 7 and McVean Drive should remain Conservation Lands. The exact boundary needs to be modified since a small portion to the east of the entrance road should be included in the Mixed Commercial zone discussed in (a) above. (c) no change of designation for the MTRCA lands located west of McVean Drive and south of the proposed Williams Parkway extension fie. To retain the Conservation Lands designation in the northeast corner of the Area 9 box). Staff agree with this interpretation. No change west of McVean Drive south of the proposed Williams Parkway extension. Retain as Conservation Land. (d) no change to the MTRCA designations northeast and southeast of the intersection of Highway 7 and Goreway Drive except for the lands at the immediate southeast corner of the intersection which should be given a commercial type of designation to reflect that the Authority has already sold those lands as surplus. Staff agree with this interpretation. No change to parcels of Authority owned land northeast and southeast of the intersection of Highway 7 and Goreway Drive. Retain as Conservation Land. Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 . A27 (e) agreement with the City's view that the more interior tablelands north of Highway 7 and east of Goreway Drive should remain in Conservation Lands designation. Staff agree with this interpretation. Retain interior tableland north of Highway 7 and east of Goreway Drive as Conservation Land. (f) a request that the MTRCA lands located at the northeast corner of Goreway Drive and the proposed Williams Parkway extension (depending on the results of an Environmental Assessment Study of that extension) be designated for specialized and complementary commercial uses. Staff do not agree with this interpretation. The lands at the northeast corner of Goreway Drive and the proposed Williams Parkway extension are to be retained as Conservation Land. The Authority may revisit this matter subject to the results of further study on the preferred alignment of the Williams Parkway extension. In summary, Authority staff are of the opinion that the City's interpretation of matters related to land use designations of Authority lands is consistent with the Joint Board's recommendations and generally acceptable. Further refinements as noted above are required and will be discussed with the City of Brampton in order to ensure the Bram East Secondary Plan is amended accordingly. PROPOSED WILLIAMS PARKWAY EXTENSION The latter part of the City's letter addresses the Authority's unwillingness to accept the proposed Williams Parkway Extension designation within the Claireville Conservation Area in the Bram East Secondary Plan without very clear policies indicating that it is subject to an early Environmental Study which will fully explore all options and routing alternatives, including alternatives that do not cross Authority lands within the Claireville Conservation Area. The recommendations of the joint WMAB and PUAB form the basis for staff's assessment of the City's suggested course of action. The City of Brampton is suggesting that the policies of the Bram East Secondary Plan be expanded to specifically state that the Williams Parkway Extension will be subject to an early Environmental Assessment (EA) Study which will: . demonstrate a clear need for the transportation capacity that would be provided by such a facility; . fully explore and evaluate all alternatives to the undertaking before such alternatives are constrained by further development; and, . fully assess the social and environmental impacts of each such alternative (with and without mitigation), including the impacts on the Claireville Conservation lands and the associated tributaries of the Humber River. A28 . Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 The recommendation from the joint meeting of the WMAB and PUAB stipulates that the City of Brampton commit in writing prior to the approval of the Bram East Secondary Plan to commence the EA for Williams Parkway in 1997. The letter from the City alludes to an early commencement of the EA, but does not expressly commit to a 1997 work plan. The three points suggested for inclusion within an expanded section of the Bram East Secondary Plan would address the balance of the recommendations of the WMAB and PUAB; however they do not include reference to the management techniques identified within the Claireville Conservation Area Management Plan. Authority staff are of the opinion that the expanded wording of the secondary plan should include these management techniques, which are identified in Section 9.4.2 of the Claireville Conservation Area Management Plan. CONCLUSION Subject to Authority approval of the joint Board recommendations, the City of Brampton should be asked to provide written confirmation of the following: . that the City will undertake to commence the Environmental Assessment for the proposed Williams Parkway extension in 1997; . that the City will further refine the proposed wording and discuss the treatment of Authority lands in the Bram East Secondary Plan, in accordance" with the comments of this report; . that the City will designate Authority lands in the Bram East Secondary Plan in accordance with the comments of this report, through further refinement and discussion with Authority staff. In addition, Authority staff has previously provided comments on the Bram East Secondary Plan in a letter dated January 3, 1996. Comments have also been provided on the Phase II component work of the West Humber Subwatershed Study in a letter dated February 4, 1997. With the exception of Authority issues pertaining to the Claireville lands and the Authority's Management Plan, those comments are up-to-date and complete as they affect Authority program and policy issues. Authority staff will continue to work with staff from the City of Brampton and Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing towards the resolution of these other Authority interests related to the Bram East Secondary Plan. For Information Contact: Luch Ognibene, ext. 284/Gary Wilkins, ext. 211 Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 A29 cbJ CITY OF BRAi"\1PTON :% weWallDD Sawc w. . - · PLAL~G &: Bun.DJNG DEPAR'IMENT Br:uapma. Oat. L6Y .&R1 PLA.'IfNlNG POUCY AND R.E:SEARa DMSION at: (905)..a'14-1O'TlI flIX: l9O!l-874-1099 Marcl1U.1997 Mr. C:aig Mather Chief Admi:aistmive Oeic: Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conse:-vation Amhority 5 Shoreham Drive DowtlSView. Ontario MiN 154 D=r Mr. M:nhcr. Re: Br:1m Un (formerly E:utg:ue) S~nd:1ry P\:1n - Response Repor. to Circ:ubtiol1 Commena :md R.eferr:ll Requests Our File: P2.5S-+ 1 Tne subje::: Secondary Plm was adopted by BramptCn Coanc:J as the E:1stgme Secondary Pl.an on ~Iar-..b. 27. 1995. Tne E.3stgaIe Pl3n was not ~ by the Ministry for some time aft: that while the P:-ovi:c: awaited funhe: pro~ on the Region of Peel Official Plan. 5ubseqUClt to R..-g:ional Counc:J. adoption of a draft Regional Official Pl3n on July 13, 1995, the ?:-ovinc: Jg:=d to ~..l1:!Ie the Bmmpton Offi~.a1 Plan, the E:lstgate SecOnC.:u:' Pl.an JnC se'le::ll ot::e:' Secondary Plans COIlC'.:rn:lI!y. Consequctly. the ~.gat: Plan was cir.::iliued. by the Provine: on August 14, 199.5. In response to thaI Ministry ~..l1ation, the Ministry and the City have rct::1ved the attached COIDmQt le:te:' on bebalf of the Authority from Luch Ognicce dated. January 3, 1996. Subsequctly, in response to Council's conside::1Iion of proposals to adjust the Mixed Comme:ciallyl1I1dustrial designations of the P!.aIl, the attacl1e:i ietIe:' from .4Jyson Deans advised that:hat the Authority would objec: to any redesignation of its lands without prior Authority agr:::ne:lt. Ac::ordingly, the purposes of this ietIe:' are as follows: . to outline our ge:1e:al strategy and timing for the formulation of responses to the input rct::ived. for reporting to Br:lmpton Planning and Building Committe: and Council on all the issues and :'eqUCS"oS, and for conve:Ung a furthe: public meeting to consider any propo~ed Ministe:"s ~[odifiC3.lions to the Plan; . to confirm our rct::ipt of :he attached COmment leaen from Luch Ognibene and Alyson De:ms. and to :'eques: that you advise us if we have omitted any other A30 Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 2 comment lettc:s or in the :.,ot you intend to submit furtI1e: iIIput on the E:1stgaIc Plan (wilic:!l is now re:named the Br:J.1D. East Plan pursuant to Council direc:lion); and . to propose solutions to some of your key conc::ms and to thereby initiate a discussion thaI will b.opdully le:ui m a 5lirly speedy resolution of those C~'i:" Our basic objective is to sec:'.Ire 3. spe=dy ProvincW approval of the Bram East Secondary Plan now that the major part of the ove::ill BtamptOn OfIicW Plan bas bec1 approved by the Ministl= ofMUIlicipal AEaiIs and Housing as ofMarcl16, 1997. In te:ms of proc:ss and timing. our :me:mon is to resolve as many major mattm as possible and to report on those unde:st:mdiDgs at the Marcl124, 1997 m=ting ofPlamring and Building Committe:. In tbm ~ot"'... we would like to inform the Committee about all of your key conc::ns. but ~og:llzc :bat this may not be possible in the event that you intend to provide significnt additional:nput. As:l miIlimum. it would be appreciaIed if you could advise us by MarC 18. 1997 wh.ethe:- your input is compl~ and, if you intend to provide addinonal input. what is :he tlming of su.ci 3dditiona.l input, b~ in mind CouncU's ~ to have the 3r:lI:l Eas: Second.ary Plan JpprOved as soon as possible. AI this time, dcpe:1ciing on :he furo:he:- input :ec:ived from various Jge:1cies including MTRCA. it may be ne:::ssary m coI:SUlt furthe:- with Planning :md Building Committee at it:; me::ing of AptJ::1.. 1997 on potential solutions to various conc::ns before proceeding to a Public Me:ting in e:1rly \-lay. 1997. A re:lSoDable objective is to Sec'.Ire Provincial approval for the Bram Ez: plan towar..s the cd of May, 1997. ~t to conside::mon of -:wo st:li: :,!:?ortS :md a supple::le:ltl!.."Y Economic Base Study by Stamm Economic Rese:1!'C::' Br:u::pton CouncU at i~ meeting ofDec:::nbe:- 16. 1996 endorsed various designation adjUSlIIlcts within are:lS 2 to 9 of tile Br:un East PI.an as illus::nu:d on :he :ttt:l.Ched :Ylap ~ (witl me d~.slon on.~ 1 defc=ed to a subsequent meeting). By me:ms of the :w..:u::hed lerte:- to yourself da:ted January 31, 1997, the Authority was formally requested to responc to the proposed designation changes within Arc 9, sine: they diredy affec: MIRCA lands. Tnis lette':' proposed further discussion betwe::l the City and the Authority prior to the fiT'l"li'r.lrion of an Authority position on the matte:' and the consequot formulation of:l 5na1list ofMini.st=' s Modifications to be brought back for Council adcptiotl. Subseque:1t to Council's De=::nce:- 16. 1997 resolution. the City and ~ITRCA staff. and some of our Councillors. have haC :airly ext::lSive discussions respecting the City's proposed Bram E3St adj~ots aIle respe:::ing related aspe::ts of the C1aireville Conse:varion Are:!. ~[:m.age:netlt Plar_ inducing the potential e:1StWard extension of Williams Parkway. My unce:-s-..mCing of:YITRCA's evolving position as enunciated at our meetings is as follows: Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 A31 J a) agrc::ncnt ~ a Commc:Cal/Oflic: designation or ~ Mixed Commc:rcial/Indus . designation with very m;"';TT'!",1 pcnission for indnstria1 uses is appropriaD: and mlec:s long te:m intcnions for the MIRCA Lands at the llCrthwest md soUIhwl:st quadr.mts of Highway 7 and McYe:m Drive; b) llC change of designation for -;:he southe:1St quadr:mt of Highway 7 md McYean Drive l1.e. to remain designated Conservation Lmds) bec:w.se of the imponam environm:mal amibUIl:S of -;:hat ~ c) llC change of designation for the MTRCA lands loC3%ed west of Me Y ean Drive and south of the proposed Vlilliams P3rlcw<ry extl:!lSion l1.e. to ~ the Conservation Lands cl~gl""'rion in the northe:1st comer of the Area 9 box); d) llC change to the MTRCA dc:sig:1:Ilions northe:l.st and southe:lst of the int::section of Highway 7 and Gareway Drive :."tc:pt for the Lands at the immediaII: southc:1st comer of thaI ime:'section wille:!:: should be give a comm~.al type of ci.e:signation to reflect thaI the Authority bas :1lr::lCy sold those lands :IS surplus: e) ~ with the C:ty's view:hat -:he :nore iIln::ior :abiela:.ds north of Highway 7 and e:m of Gareway Drive should :-e:::ain in J. Conse:vanon :'ands designation; f) a ~ that the MTRCA lar.d.s loc::ned JI the nor.he:m come:' of Gareway Drive and the proposed Willimns P:1iA:way c:ctClSion (depending on the results of an E:Mronmetal A.ssCss:ne=t Scuciy oftl::n e::ac::sion) be desigD:1ted for speciali:zed and compie:::eCl'y coo::.::::~.:ll :l.SCS: :md g) unwillingness to ac:::::t:he ~-illi3l:lS P~ c:tte:lSi9o design:mon in the Br:un E:1st Plan without very cler policies iIldiC3ri:lg that it is subJ:::: to an ~ EnvironmClw Asses.smot Study which will fully aplore all options and routing altcmrives. 'With respect to item a) above. City pl:u:nmg st:1E would prefe:- to use the standard Mixed Comm~.alIInd.ustrial desigDation of the Br.1IIl E3st SCl:oodary Plan with a "special policy provision" reqwr.ng that the':': be a predominance of office uses with a high standard of design and landscaping that is comple:ne::1ry to the adjacent Conservation AIe:1lands and that the ancillary or 3SS0~.3Ied uses of these are:1S be limited to companD!e high quality conve:J.ie::l.ce comme:tial. sc:vic: comme:1:ial.. business comm~.al or selected pr-:s-.ige iIldu.strcl uses. V(tth respect to ite:n g) above, City plaoning sot: Jre rugg:sting that the policies of the Bram East Plan be apanded to spe::ific:illy s::1te that the Williams Parkway e:aension is subject to an cili: Environce=t:ll Assessme::t Study whic!l will: . de:no~te a c!e:1: :l::d for the tr.1nsport:1Iion C3pacity that would be provided by ruc!l J. facility. A32 Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 4 . fully c:cplo~ ami evalwm: 311 altemaQvcs to the unde:taking before such alte:natives are constr.tined by further devc1opmcm. and . fully assess the social and e:aviroamcma1 impacts of each such altc:native (with and without mitigation), including the impacts on the ClaiIeville Conservation Lands and the associan:d a::ibutaries of the Humber River. In accordanc: with the basic request in my letter of January 31, 1997, it would be appreciaIed if the Authority would officially advise the City as SOOn as possible of its position respecting Co~J' s proposed Bram East designation adjustments ofDec:mber 16, 1996, and in particular whether c:1cll of the above und.e:standings respecting certain portions of the Claireville 1ands (itcns :l. to f above) and respecting the proposed Williams Parlcway a=sion (ite:n g above) an: COm:::t or ~ clarific:mon. If the basic MTRCA position is confumed or clarified to a r=sonable degree, we c:m sed, cndorse:nct at a public me:"..ng while we continue to jointly c::ti't the wording of the policies to be added by Mini.ste' s ~Iodific:mon. 'With resp~ to ~ITRCA's er.ie January 3, 1996 COInme:n: lene:- from Lucb. Ognibe:le to Breda Stan of the ra.ini.st:y of).1unicipal.~ and Housing, City staff consider that most of the Authority's Conc:::lS c:m be satisfied with additional policy wording along the lines proposed in the ~ITR.CA le:u=. but with some additional qualliic::uions as appropriate. It is the::fo~ our imction to discuss this policy wording in detail after clarific:uion of me Authority's othc:' major conc:::m (l.e. 'Willi3mS P3ri:way e:ctc:1Sion and the designations on its own lands). Also, it is noted th:tt Luc!l Ogmoce's 1ene:' suggem thaI fur.hC' MIRe.-\. commcts :nay be provided one: the Phase II component of the West HUI:loe:' Subwa~e:: Study is reviewed and approved. I am told that this stUdy is now in a dr3.f: 5.n.al for:::.. and ac::oniingly. it would be ~..:ned if you could provide any such intc1ded adCitional ~ITRCA COIImle:lI:S as soon JS pOSSlole. We look furward to your ~ly, and ill tlle interim, would be ple:lSe to el.3.bor:lIe on any asp~ of:his 1e:tc". Yours truly, tJ7/~ Bill v,'-mt::'b.a1t, M.Cl.P., R-P.P. Dire:tor, P1:mning Policy and Rese:lI'::h -"'1= ~ anachme:lts Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 . A33 RES #A26/Q7- THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF CALEDON Request for a permanent easement for a storm sewer outlet, located north of King Road, in the Bolton Area, Town of Caledon CFN 28198 Receipt of a request from The Corporation of the Town of Caledon to provide a permanent easement for a storm sewer outlet, located north of King Road, in the Bolton Area, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel. (Executive Committee Res. #B3/97) Moved by: Lorna Bissell Seconded by: Paul Raina THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from The Corporation of the Town of Caledon to provide a permanent easement for a storm sewer outlet, located north of King Road, in the Bolton Area, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel; AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to cooperate with The Corporation of the Town of Caledon in this instance; THAT a permanent easement containing 0.049 hectares, more or less, (0.121 acres) be granted to The Corporation of the Town of Caledon for a storm sewer outlet, said land being Part of Lots 21 and 184, Block 1, on a Plan of the Village of Bolton referred to as Plan Bol-7, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel, designated as Part 1 on a Plan 43R- 21898; THA T consideration is to be $2.00 plus all legal, survey and other costs; THAT said easement is subject to obtaining approval of the Minister of Natural Resources in accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27, as amended; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A34 Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 RES #A27/Q7- GREENSPACE PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT 1996-2000 Flood Plain and Conservation Component Etobicoke Creek Watershed 797820 Ontario Limited and Snelcrest Gardens Inc.CFN 28438 Purchase of property located north of Mayfield Road, east of Highway #10, Town of Caledon, under the "Greenspace Protection and Acquisition Project 1996-2000" Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Etobicoke Creek Watershed. (Executive Committee Res. #B4/97) Moved by: Lorna Bissell Seconded by: Paul Raina THA T 0.285 acres, more or less, be purchased from 797820 Ontario Limited and Snelcrest Gardens Inc., said land consisting of two irregular shaped parcels of land being Part of Lot 20, Concession 1 E.H.S., Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality Peel and designated as Blocks 113 and 114 on a Draft Plan of Subdivision prepared by Anton Kikas Limited under their Job No. 96-06-01; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 A35 RES #A28/Q7- THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO Request for permanent easements for existing Sanitary Trunk Sewers, in exchange for release of existing easements Cities of Etobicoke and York, CFN 27135 Receipt of a request from The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto to provide permanent easements for the existing Albion and Humber Sanitary Trunk Sewers in exchange for release of existing easements, located west of Weston Road between Lawrence Avenue and St. Phillips Road, Cities of Etobicoke and York. (Executive Committee Res. #B5/97) Moved by: Lorna Bissell Seconded by: Paul Raina THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto to provide permanent easements for the existing Albion and Humber Sanitary Trunk Sewers, in exchange for release of existing easements located west of Weston Road between Lawrence Avenue and St. Phillips Road, Cities of Etobicoke and York; AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to co-operate with The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto in this instance; THAT permanent easements containing 2.717 hectares, more or less, (6.714 acres) be granted to The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto for the existing Albion and Humber Sanitary Trunk Sewers, said land being Part of Lots 22 and 23, Concession 'C', Fronting the Humber, City of Etobicoke, Part of Lots 6 and 7, Concession 5, West of Yonge Street, and Part of Lot 'F', Registered Plan 5, City of York, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, designated as Parts 1, 5-12, 14 and 16 on Plan 66R-16992, Parts 34-36, 38 and 40-49 on Plan 64R-14701, Parts 2-15 and 18-20 on Plan 64R-14811, Parts 1, 2,4-12,14-19,21-24, 26-34, 36-45, 47, 49, 51-56, and 58-61 on Plan 64R-14846, Parts 3, 5-9 and 11 on Plan 64R-15039 and Parts 21 and 22 on Plan 66R-17229; THAT, in exchange, The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto release its interests in the existing permanent easements over Authority land for the Albion and Humber Sanitary Trunk Sewers, containing 2.057 hectares, more or less, (5.084 acres), said land being Part of Lots 22 and 23, Concession 'C', Fronting the Humber, City of Etobicoke, Part of Lots 6 and 7, Concession 5, West of Yonge Street, and Part of Lot 'F', Registered Plan 5, City of York, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto designated as Parts 2-5, 7-10, 13, 15 and 16 on Plan 66R-16992, Parts 27,34,36-38,41-43 and 46-48 on Plan 64R-14701, Parts 1, 2, 5, 8-11 and 13-20 on Plan 64R-14811, Parts 2,3,5,6,10,11,13,14,17,18,20,21,24, 25, 27, 28, 32, 33, 35, 36, 39, 40,42-52, 54 and 57-61 on Plan 64R-14846, Parts 1-5 and 9-12 on Plan 64R-15039 and Parts 22 and 23 on Plan 66R-17229; continued... A36 Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 THA T consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal, survey and other costs; THA T the said easement be subject to approval of the Minister of Natural Resources in accordance with Section 21(2) of The Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27 as amended; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 A37 RES #A30/Q7- GREENSPACE PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 1996-2000 Flood Plain Component, Humber River Watershed Doris Herod Property, CFN 28044 Purchase of a partial taking, located on the west side of Weston Road, south of Sheppard Avenue, in the City of North York. (Executive Committee Res. #B6/97) Moved by: Lorna Bissell Seconded by: Paul Raina THAT 1.274 acres, more or less, consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of vacant land, be purchased from Doris Herod, said land being Part of Lot 14, Concessions 5 & 6, west of Yonge Street and part of road allowance between Concessions 5 & 6, City of North York, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, fronting on the west side of Weston Road, south of Sheppard Avenue; THAT the purchase price be $49,900.00 inclusive of the vendors' legal costs and the installation of a chain link fence between the property being conveyed and the property being retained; THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A38 Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 RES #A31/Q7- GREENSPACE PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 1996-2000 Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Don River Watershed The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, CFN 28453 Purchase of property located south and north of Pottery Road, west of the Don Valley Parkway, Borough of East York, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, under the "Greenspace Protection and Acquisition Project 1996-2000", Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Don River Watershed. (Executive Committee Res. #B7/97) Moved by: Lorna Bissell Seconded by: Paul Raina THA T 12.8 acres, more or less, of vacant land be purchased from The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, said lands being part of Lots 13, 14 and 15, Concession 2, FTB and parts of the bed of the Don River, Borough of East York, The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto; THAT the purchase price be the nominal sum of $2.00; THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 . A39 RES #A32/Q7- PROJECT FOR THE ACQUISITION OF THE FORMER MINISTRY OF NATURAL RESOURCES MAPLE DISTRICT OFFICE AND LANDS City of Vaughan. Status of negotiations for the acquisition of the former Ministry of Natural Resources property and funding arrangements. (Executive Committee Res. #B 10/97) Moved by: Lorna Bissell Seconded by: Paul Raina THA T staff be authorized to submit a further conditional offer to the Ontario Realty Corporation (ORC), in response to the information received from ORC on February 28, 1997, for the acquisition of the former Ministry of Natural Resources, Maple District office and lands, 10,401 Dufferin Street, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York; THAT staff bring forward a detailed report to the Members of the Authority on this matter at the meeting scheduled for April 4, 1997; AND FURTHER THAT Authority staff be directed to continue discussions with all parties that have shown interest in the Former Ministry of Natural Resources Lands, 10,401 Dufferin Street in the City of Vaughan. Regional Municipality of York. A40 Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 RES #A33/Q7- GT A CONSERVATION AUTHORITY COMMENTS ON THE PROPOSED GREATER TORONTO SERVICES BOARD The Special Advisor to the Minister on the Greater Toronto Services Board Project has requested comments on a discussion paper by March 14, 1997. Because "watershed management" was included as a function that should be coordinated by the Greater Toronto Services Board (GTSB) in the original recommendations from Mr. Crombie and the "Who Does What"Panel, it is important the Conservation Authorities have some input to the design and implementation of the GTSB. (Executive Committee Res. #B12/97, #B13/97) Moved by: Lorna Bissell Seconded by: Paul Raina THA T the report from the Chief Administrative Officer, dated March 4, 1997, on the GT A Conservation Authorities' Submission to the Special Advisor to the Minister on the Greater Toronto Services Board, be received; THAT Authority staff continue to monitor the work of the Special Advisor and to report back, as required; THA T, in addition, the Chair of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority write to Milt Farrow emphasizing the interregional coordinating role which this Authority has successfully played for the past forty years as the conservation agency responsible for watershed management in a large part of the Greater Toronto Area; AND FURTHER THAT the Authority has undertaken and will continue to fulfill, for the environment, the role envisioned for the Greater Toronto Services Board for the various hard services requiring interregional coordination ....................... CARRIED RES #A34/Q7- SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Jim McMaster THAT Section II, of Executive Committee Minutes #1/97, held March 7, 1997, be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED ~- Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 A41 Section II Items include: REOUEST FOR DISPOSAL OF AUTHORITY-OWNED LAND (Executive Committee Res. #B14/97) APPUCA TIONS FOR PERMITS PURSUANT TO ONTARIO REGULATION 158 (Executive Committee Res. #B 15/97, #B 16/97 KEFFER MARSH WETLAND PROJECT (Executive Committee Res. #B 15/97, #B 16/97) FEES FOR MTRCA PLAN REVIEW SERVICES (Executive Committee Res. #B 18/97) CHANGES TO THE AUTHORITY JOB EVALUATION SYSTEM (Executive Committee Res. #B19/97) RES #A35/Q7- 1996 AUTHORITY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS The 1996 Financial Statements of the Authority are presented for the Board's approval and recommendation to the Authority. (F&BD Res. #F4/97) Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Gerrj Lynn O'Connor THAT the transfer of funds into and from reserves during 1996, as outlined in Statement 3 of the Financial Statements, be approved; AND FURTHER THAT the 1996 audited financial statements, as presented, be approved, signed by the Chair and Secretary-Treasurer of the Authority, and distributed to each member municipality and the Minister of Natural Resources, in accordance with Section 38 (3) of the Conservation Authorities Act. ............................. CARRIED A42 Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 RES #A36/Q7- FREEDOM OF INFORMATION REQUESTS 1996 Annual ReportlAppointment of Head This is a summary of the requests received under the Municipal Freedom of Information legislation. (F&BD Res. #F5/97) Moved by: Patrick Abtan Seconded by: Gerri Lynn O'Connor THAT the report dated February 26, 1997, on requests received under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act be received; AND FURTHER THAT Resolution #236, approved by the Authority on December 7th, 1990, be amended such that, effective March 1 st, 1997, the Director, Finance and Business Development, be appointed -Head- as required under the Act. .............. CARRIED RES #A37/Q7- MUNICIPAL LEVIES Approval by Weighted Majority - Revised Ontario Regulation 139196 creates new requirements for approval of non-matching municipal levy. (F&BD Res. #F6/97) Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Randy Barber THA T the procedure for approval of the non-matching municipal levy as required by Ontario Regulation 139/96 be approved. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 A43 RES #A38/Q7- DON VOLUNTEER PROGRAM Approval of the revised Authority Policy Statement on Volunteers, the Don Watershed Volunteer Program and Volunteer Program Manual. (WMAB & PUAB Res. #04/97, #E4/97) Moved by: Paul Raina Seconded by: Donna Patterson THAT the Authority Policy Statement on Volunteers be adopted as revised; THAT the Volunteer Program established for the Don Watershed be approved; THAT the Volunteer Manual prepared by the Don Watershed Regeneration Council be approved; AND FURTHER THAT the Volunteer Manual serve as a guide for other volunteer efforts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES #A3Q/Q7- APPOINTMENT OF ALTERNATE MEMBERS The appointment of alternate members to the Don Watershed Regeneration Council. (WMAB Res. #05/97, PUAB Res. #E5/97) Moved by: Paul Raina Seconded by: Donna Patterson THAT Councillor Michael Tziertas and Mr. Paul Albanese be appointed as Alternate Members to the Don Watershed Regeneration Council; THAT Mr. Bruce Barrett be appointed to the Don Watershed Regeneration Council as the representative of the East York Advisory Committee on the Environment; AND FURTHER THAT Ms. Sheila Boudreau be appointed as an Associate Member. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A44 Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 RES #A40/Q7- DON WATERSHED REPORT CARD Identification of the Don Watershed Report Card Indicators. (WMAB Res. #06/97, PUAB #E6/97) Moved by: Paul Raina Seconded by: Donna Patterson THAT the Don Watershed Report Card Indicators and Targets be endorsed; THA T staff continue to work with the members of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, municipalities, Environment Canada, representatives of Provincial Ministries and others to further refine the targets as noted for the year 2000; AND FURTHER THAT the Don Watershed Regeneration Council be requested to develop a work plan that addresses the required actions to address the targets for the year 2000 as contained in the Report Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES #A41/Q7- THE HUMBER WATERSHED STRATEGY Authority endorsement of the partnership development with the respective municipal agencies to implement the three priority community action sites in the Humber River watershed; namely, Sun Row Park in the City of Etobicoke; Lake Wilcox in the Town of Richmond Hill, and Caledon East Wetland in the Town of Caledon. (WMAB Res. #07/97, PUAB Res, #E7/97) Moved by: Paul Raina Seconded by: Donna Patterson THA T staff pursue the implementation of the Community Action Sites in conjunction with the appropriate agencies, interest and community groups that nominated these sites. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 . A45 RES #A42/Q7- DEVELOPMENT CONTROL PERMITS FOR RECREATION ACTIVITIES Support of the position taken by other Conservation Authorities on the Niagara Escarpment, that Development Control Permits should not be required for recreation activities taking place on Authority lands within the Planning Area. (WMAB Res. #D8/97, PUAB #E8/97) Moved by: Paul Raina Seconded by: Donna Patterson THAT the Authority, while recognizing the need to protect the Niagara Escarpment through appropriate means, and the important role of the Niagara Escarpment Commission in doing so, supports the position taken by the Halton Region Conservation Authority and other Escarpment Authorities, that Development Control Permits should not be required for recreation activities on Conservation Authority lands within the Niagara Escarpment Planning Area; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to inform the Niagara Escarpment Commission of the Authority's position on this matter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES #A43/Q7- GREAT LAKES CHARTER The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority becoming a signatory to the Great Lakes Charter. (WMAB Res. #010/97, PUAB #E 1 0/97) Moved by: Paul Raina Seconded by: Donna Patterson THAT the Authority endorse the Ecosystem Charter for the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Basin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A46 Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 RES #A44/Q7- CENTENNIAL CREEK SUBWATERSHED STUDY To support and participate in the implementation of the recommendations of the Centennial Creek Subwatershed Study. (WMAB Res. #011/97, PUAB #E11/97) Moved by: Paul Raina Seconded by: Donna Patterson THAT the report for the Centennial Creek Subwatershed Study be received; THAT the Authority support the recommendations of the study; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to continue working with the City of Scarborough staff to facilitate implementation of the recommendations and ensure that the Authority's objectives are met. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES #A45/Q7- THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO VALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION PROJECT 1997 - 2001 Approval of the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto Valley and Shoreline Regeneration Project 1997 - 2001. (WMAB Res. #012/97, PUAB #E12/97) Moved by: Paul Raina Seconded by: Donna Patterson THAT The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto Valley and Shoreline Regeneration Project 1997 - 2001 be approved; AND FURTHER THAT the following action be taken: 1. The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto be designated as the benefiting municipality on the basis set forth within the Project. 2. The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto be requested to approve the project and the annual levies set forth therein. 3. The appropriate Authority officials be authorized to take whatever action is required to implement the Project, including, obtaining necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 A47 RES #A46/Q7- CLAIREVILLE CONSERVATION AREA MANAGEMENT PLAN Approval of the Claireville Conservation Area Management Plan. (WMAB Res. #013/97, PUAB Res. #E13/97) Moved by: Victoria Carley Seconded by: Lorna Bissell THAT the Claireville Conservation Area Management Plan, dated February 28, 1997, as attached, be approved; THAT staff be directed to investigate further the potential for management zones A and B as illustrated on Map 14 of the Claireville Conservation Area Management Plan, subject to the alignment of Williams Parkway; THA T staff be directed to assist in the establishment of a Claireville Conservation Area Advisory Committee made up of interested citizens, interest groups and organizations, to continue to help the Authority in developing a vision for the Claireville Conservation Area and the planning, management and implementation of the Management Plan, specific to those lands remaining in Authority ownership for open space and public use purposes; THAT staff be directed to provide comments to the City of Brampton regarding land use designations on Authority owned land as proposed in the Brameast Secondary Plan, and staff use the Claireville Conservation Area Management Plan as a basis for commenting on other land use planning documents; THAT letters be sent to the members of the Claireville Technical Advisory Committee thanking them for assisting in the preparation of the Claireville Conservation Area Management Plan; THAT copies of the Claireville Conservation Area Management Plan be circulated to the members of the Claireville Technical Advisory Committee, City of Brampton and other appropriate agencies, groups and individuals; THAT staff be directed to utilize the Strategy for Public Use on Conservation Authority Lands (1995) when considering new public uses within the Claireville Conservation Area. AND FURTHER THAT on page 69 of the Claireville Management Plan, paragraph one under the heading Williams Parkway be replaced with the following: -In the Brameast Secondary Plan, Williams Parkway between Humberwest Parkway and McVean Drive, is proposed to cross a well-vegetated valley corridor of the Humber River in Claireville. At this conceptual level, it appears that this alignment may impact MTRCA valley and stream corridor management objectives. Additional impacts relate to public use of the lands and potential conflicts for future plans by the MTRCA (see Appendix A for minutes of the Technical Advisory Committee Meeting #7/96, held on February 4, 1996, for the discussion on Williams Parkway). This alignment should be subject to an environmental assessment to review alternative locations and construction techniques. If the final alignment remains within the boundaries of Claireville, the following management techniques should be followed:- continued.. . A48 Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 AMENDMENT RES #A47/Q7 Moved by: Victoria Carley Seconded by: Lorna Bissell THAT the Claireville Conservation Area Technical Advisory Committee review the highlighted changes contained within the Claireville Conservation Area Management Plan, dated February 28, 1997 and advise the Full Authority of the decisions of the Committee. THE AMENDMENT WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED RES #A48/Q7- PROPOSED WILLIAMS PARKWAY EXTENSION City of Brampton, Humber River Watershed The City of Brampton has identified plans to extend Williams Parkway east of Sunpac Boulevard affecting Authority interests including the Claireville Conservation Area Management Plan (WMAB Res. #015/97, PUAB Res. #E 15/97) Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Lorna Bissell THA T the City of Brampton be requested to review alternatives to the proposed Williams Parkway extension as if affects the Claireville Conservation lands; THAT, prior to the approval of the Bram East Secondary Plan by the Province of Ontario, the City of Brampton commits, in writing to the Authority, to commence in 1997, the Environmental Assessment for the Williams Parkway extension; THAT the City of Brampton and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing be so advised; AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Authority on the response received from the City of Brampton and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #2/97, April 4, 1997 A49 TERMINATION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11: 15 a.m. on April 4, 1997. Richard O'Brien J. Craig Mather Chair Secretary- Treasurer pI. ~ . , the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority MINUTES OF AUTHORITY MEETING #3/97 Page A50 April 25, 1997 Meeting #3/97 of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority was held on Friday, April 25, 1997, in the Visitors Centre at Black Creek Pioneer Village. The Chair, Richard O'Brien, called the meeting to order at 10:10 a.m. PRESENT Patrick Abtan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Maria Augimeri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Randy Barber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Margaret Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member lIa Bossons .................................................. Member Victoria Carley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Lois Hancey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Eldred King .................................................. Member Jim McMaster ................................................ Member Richard O'Brien ................................................. Chair Gerri Lynn O'Connor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Case Ootes .................................................. Member Donna Patterson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Maja Prentice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Deborah Sword ............................................... Member Richard Whitehead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member REGRETS Lorna Bissell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Raymond Cho ................................................ Member Michael Di Biase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Member Lois Griffin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Brian Harrison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Norman Kelly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Joan King ................................................... Member Frank McKechnie .............................................. Member Paul Palleschi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Enrico Pistritto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Paul Raina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Bev Salmon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member A51 Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST Donna Patterson declared a conflict of interest with respect to Res. #A82/97, on page A79. Ms. Patterson has property abutting lands at Highway 9 and Airport Road. She did not participate in discussion nor vote on this matter. MOTION OF CONDOLENCES RES. #A49/97 Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Patrick Abtan THAT a moment of silence be observed in the memory of Mr. (Alexander) Alec Moscoe, father of Mr. Howard Moscoe and Mr. Jessie Bryson, a former member of the Authority; AND FURTHER THAT condolences be sent to the Moscoe and Bryson families on behalf of the Chair and Members of the Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED MOTION TO DEFER - DELEGA TION RES. #A50/97 (a) Mr. Don Dailley, General Manager of Wild Water Kingdom, regarding Wild Water Kingdom - Go-Kart proposal, see page AS8. Moved by: Maja Prentice Seconded by: Randy Barber THA T the above delegation (a) be deferred to Authority Meeting #4/97, to be held May 30, 1997.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A51/97 - MINUTES Moved by: Maja Prentice Seconded by: Randy Barber THAT the Minutes of Meeting #2/97, held on April 4, 1997 be approved. . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 A52 CORRESPONDENCE (a) A letter, dated April 24, 1997 from Councillor Frank McKechnie, requesting deferral of the staff recommendation re: Wild Water Kingdom - Go-Kart Proposal. Please refer to page A6S. (b) A letter, dated April 24, 1997 from Don Dailley, General Manager of Wild Water Kingdom advising that Wild Water Kingdom has no objection to the deferral as requested by Councillor Frank McKechnie. (c) A letter, dated April 23, 1997 from Luciano Martin, Executive Director, Action to Restore a Clean Humber (ARCH) in support of the recommendation of the Joint Committee of the Watershed Management and Public Use Advisory Boards. Please refer to page A6S. (d) A letter, dated April 23, 1997 from Councillor Lois Griffin urging Authority Members to support the recommendation of the Joint Committee of the Watershed Management and Public Use Advisory Boards. Please refer to page ASS. (e) A letter, dated April 24, 1997, from Alyson Hazlett, Chair of the Stewards of Claireville, in opposition to the proposal for Go-Karts at Wild Water Kingdom. Please refer to page A6S. (f) A letter, dated April 24, 1997, from Deb Schulte, Technical Advisory Committee Member in opposition to the proposal for Go-Karts at Wild Water Kingdom. Please refer to page A6S. (g) A letter, dated April 21, 1997, from R. McMullen, addressed to Wild Water Kingdom, requesting the deferral of the question of using an alternate fuel in lieu of electricity re: Go-Kart proposal at Wild Water Kingdom. Please refer to page A6S. RES #A52/Q7- CORRESPONDENCE (A)-(G) Moved by: Maja Prentice Seconded by: Randy Barber THAT the above correspondence (a)-(g), all concerning Wild Water Kingdom Go-Kart proposal, be received and deferred to the next Authority Meeting #4/97, to be held on May 30, 1997.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES #A53/97- PRESENT A TION (a) Mr. Greg Sorbara, Campaign Chair of the Black Creek Project, gave an overview of the fundraising efforts and upcoming events at Black Creek Pioneer Village, such as the Spring Tonic on June 4, 1997 and A Special Tribute to Two Distinguished Friends of Black Creek Pioneer Village - Mayor's Tribute on May S, 1997. Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Maria Augimeri THAT the above-noted presentation (a) be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A53 Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 RES #A54/Q7 - REQUEST BY THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO FOR APPROVAL OF VARIOUS IMPROVEMENTS TO GUILDWOOD PARK The Metropolitan Toronto Department of Parks and Culture is proposing various improvements to Guildwood Park. Based on our agreement with The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, Authority approval is required when these improvements are to be funded from the Guild Inn Reserve Fund. Moved by: Maria Augimeri Seconded by: Patrick Abtan THA T the proposed improvements to Guildwood Park, as outlined in a report from the Acting Commissioner of Parks and Culture to the Environment and Public Space Committee, entitled T1uildwood Perk Rehebilitetion · and approved by Metropolitan Council on April 9, 1997 be approved, and; THAT these improvements, at a cost of $350.000, be funded from the Guild Inn Cultural Reserve Fund; AND FURTHER THAT The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto be so advised.. .. CARRIED BACKGROUND The Department of Parks and Culture has identified the need to carry out various improvements to what is known as Guildwood Park. This park includes both the Guild Inn, associated buildings, and the lands that surround the Inn. The park is owned by the Authority and is managed by Metropolitan Toronto under the terms of our management agreement. At the time of acquisition of the property by the Authority, a fund was established for the purposes of maintaining and improving the recreation and cultural facilities within the park. Authority approval to finance these improvements from the Reserve Fund is required. The improvements relate mainly to better public access including trail development and rehabilitation, conservation measures on some of the heritage artifacts, repairs to some of the on-site buildings and the demolition of one building known as Corycliff, due to its very deteriorated condition. Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 A54 These improvements have been discussed with the local community and Authority staff support and recommend that these improvements take place and that it is appropriate to fund them from the Cultural Reserve Fund. For information contact: Craig Mather, Ext. 240 RES. #A55/97 - PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE DEVELOPMENT CHARGES ACT - BILL 98 Status report and recommended action plan regarding the potential impacts of the proposed changes to The Development Charges Act through Bill 98, on Authority policy and program areas related primarily to storm water management and the protection of tableland woodlots, ESA's and other significant natural features. Moved by: Maria Augimeri Seconded by: Patrick Abtan THA T the report dated April 22, 1997, on the proposed changes to the Development Charges Act through Bill 98 be received and; THA T the Association of Conservation Authorities of Ontario be requested to initiate discussions with the Association of Municipalities of Ontario regarding alternative mechanisms for the acquisition and protection of woodlots and other significant natural features located on tablelands and; AND FURTHER THAT the Authority also initiate discussions with its local and regional municipalities on the issue of identifying alternative mechanisms for the protection and acquisition of these important natural features and that other Planning Act or By-law .options are fully implemented. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND At Executive meeting #2/97, held on April 11, 1997, staff were directed to prepare a Brief in conjunction with the Chair for submission to the Standing Committee on Resources Development, which was receiving comments on Bill 98 until April 17. Given the very short time frame between when the potential impacts on Authority programs became known and the deadline for submissions, staff did not have very much time to research this issue and to determine how our municipalities and others were addressing this matter. Staff was able to gather some information from Metropolitan Toronto, the Urban Development Institute (UDI), the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), a Brief dated March 17, 1997 from the Mayors and Chairs within the GT A and from neighbouring Conservation Authorities. Based on this additional information and after consultation with our neighbouring A55 Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 Conservation Authorities, it was determined that our issues were being addressed in submissions already being presented to the Standing Committee and the Minister of Municipal Affairs. It was staff's opinion that where UDI, the GT A Mayors and Chairs and AMO agreed on various points, these would be considered very carefully by the government and the appropriate changes to the draft Bill 98 would be made. ISSUES There were three issues of concern to the Authority regarding the proposed new Development Charges Act or Bill 98. The first two dealt with standards affecting stormwater management (SWM) affecting our ability to have storm water quantity and quality control incorporated in all new, infill or redevelopment areas at the full cost of the developer. The third area of concern related to the ability to have woodlots, ESA's and other natural features acquired through funds collected under the Development Charges Act (DCA). The first two issues were identified by AMO and individual municipalities as being of great concern for this would result in municipalities having to fund a significant portion of the cost of the construction of new or retrofitted storm water quantity and quality facilities. Our concern was that if this was the case, then it may be more difficult to have these facilities constructed to current standards in both new and redeveloping areas. This would be a very large step backward in terms of our ability to achieve improvements to the quality of storm water runoff from these urban areas. The ability to protect significant natural areas on the tablelands such as woodlots by acquiring them through funds raised under the DCA, is also of great concern to us. Although there are planning mechanisms in place in most municipalities to protect these areas, acquisition is an important tool and the ability to raise funds through the DCA would be lost under Bill 98. MUNICIPAL AND INDUSTRY POSITION As noted, AMO, UDI and the GTA Mayors and Chairs have submitted separate positions on Bill 98. The GT A Mayors and Chairs position paper is based on the results of discussions with UDI and outlined areas where there was agreement and areas where there was no agreement on changes to Bill 98. Obviously, there are many municipal issues related to Bill 98, but there appears to be only the three areas of concern to the Authority, as noted above. The positions put forward by AMO, UDI and the Mayors and Chairs have dealt with these areas of concern to the Authority in the following way. STORMWA TER MANAGEMENT The issue of standards and who pays for the construction of storm water management facilities has been discussed by the GT A Mayors and Chairs and UDI and they have agreed that because SWM guidelines are set by the province and are not a municipal standard, the developer should pay the 1.ull provincial cost of these facilities and DCA charges should be based on the costs to achieve current design standards as opposed to standards averaged over the preceding ten years. This position is included in the Mayors and Chairs submission. Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 A56 If the province does agree with the Mayors and Chairs and UDI on this issue, then new development will have to provide for SWM facilities that meet provincial standards at the expense of the developer, as has been the case for some time now municipalities will also be able to continue to collect money from infill and redevelopment proposals to put towards the retrofitting of existing storm water systems to current provincial standards. We support this position and we trust the province will amend Bill 98 accordingly. WOODLOT / ESA ACQUISITION As noted earlier in this report, Bill 98 proposed that land for parks over and above the parkland provisions of the Planning Act and, including such things as woodlots or other environmentally sensitive lands, could not be purchased with funds raised through the DCA. Parkland dedication could only be achieved through provisions in the Planning Act. Our concern is two-fold (I) in situations where acquisition as opposed to planning controls is the optimum or preferred method of protection, funding would not be available through the DCA and; (ii) If the Planning Act parkland dedications are used to acquire environmental lands, conflicts between active vs. passive park uses can result. In the Mayors and Chairs Brief, they agreed with UDI, that woodlots and ESA's would be excluded from the DCA as proposed in Bill 98, but they agreed and therefore recommended that "various alternative acquisition and funding scenarios would be pursued". AMO did not comment directly on this issue. It would appear that with the support of the Mayors and Chairs and UDI, the government would not be making any changes to this part of Bill 98. The recognition, however, that other mechanisms should be found to acquire these lands is encouraging and the Authority is interested in having these alternatives actively pursued. Staff have suggested the Association of Conservation Authorities (ACAO) pursue this with AMO. This Authority should have similar discussions with our local and regional municipalities. It is also important to discuss and ensure that other protection methods besides acquisition ego Planning Act controls, Tree By-laws, etc, are implemented to the fullest extent possible. SUMMARY Of the three issues of concern to the Authority regarding the proposed changes to the DCA through Bill 98, two would appear to be resolved, assuming the government accepts those recommendations regarding the funding of storm water facilities, as submitted by the Mayors and Chairs and supported by UDI . Agreement by the development industry and the Mayors and Chairs that funds collected through the DCA should not be used to acquire woodlots and other sensitive areas is of concern. It is unlikely that this section of Bill 98 will change, given the position of the Mayors and Chairs and UDI. There was some commitment by the Mayors and Chairs and UDI to look for other alternatives for the acquisition or protection of these areas and the Authority should urge these discussions to begin and participate in this process. For information contact: Craig Mather, Ext. 240 A57 Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 RES. #A56/97 - PROJECT FOR THE ACQUISITION OF THE FORMER MINISTRY OF NA TURAL RESOURCES MAPLE DISTRICT OFFICE AND LANDS City of Vaughan, CFN 28263 Status of activities relating to the former Ministry of Natural Resources property. Please see page A68, Res. #A64/97. Moved by: Maja Prentice Seconded by: Eldred King THA T 20 acres, more or less, together with certain improvements be acquired from United Castan Corporation (Mario Romano), said lands being Part of lots 23 and 24, Concession 2, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, being part of the former Ministry of Natural Resources property situate on the east side of Dufferin Street south of Teston Road; THAT the acquisition basis is to be as follows: a) The purchase price to be the nominal consideration of $2.00; b) The land to be conveyed in fee simple to the Authority at such time as United Castan Corporation has obtained an Official Plan Amendment for their adjacent land designating the lands as residential; c) Upon completion of United Castan Corporation's purchase from the Ontario Realty Corporation the United Castan Corporation is to immediately lease the subject lands to the Authority at an annual rental rate of $2.00 and on such terms and conditions as may be acceptable to the Authority until such time as the fee simple conveyance can be completed; THA T the Authority enter into an agreement with the City of Vaughan for a right-of-way for access to the subject lands and easements for services; THA T the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THA T Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; THA T the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required; THA T Authority staff be directed to continue to work with the City of Vaughan, the Regional Municipality of York and other public agencies on a plan for the public use and ownership of the portion of the former MNR District Office and lands that will remain in public ownership; AND FURTHER THAT the Ontario Realty Corporation, the City of Vaughan, the Region of York and United Castan Corporation be advised that should the City of Vaughan not be successful in negotiating the purchase of these lands, the Authority would like the opportunity to negotiate the purchase of these lands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . " CARRIED Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 A58 BACKGROUND At Executive Committee Meeting #2/97, Resolution #B45/97 was adopted: "WHEREAS the City of Vaughan will be submitting an offer, in conjunction with Mr. Mario Romano an abutting property 0 wner, to the Ontario Realty Corporation (ORC) for the purchase of the entire former Ministry of Natural . Resources (MNR) Maple District lands and; WHEREAS Mr. Romano, under agreement with the City of Vaughan, would gain title to 32, plus or minus 2, acres of tableland on the east side of the former MNR Maple District lands and; WHEREAS Mr. Romano has indicated his willingness to donate approximately 20 acres of the eastern tablelands to the Authority; THEREFORE THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THA T Authority staff be directed to enter into negotiations with Mr. Mario Romano regarding his offer to donate to the Authority approximately 20 acres of the eastern tablelands and report back to the Full Authority on April 25, 1997; THA T Authority staff be directed to work with the City of Vaughan, the Region of York and other public agencies on a plan for the public use and ownership of the entire parcel of the former MNR Maple District lands that will remain in public ownership and; THA T the ORC be advised that should the City of Vaughan not be successful in negotiating the purchase of these lands, the Authority would like the opportunity to continue to negotiate for the purchase of these lands; AND FURTHER THA T the City of Vaughan, the Region of York, the Ontario Realty Corporation and Mr. Mario Romano be so advised. .. Since resolution #B45/97 was adopted on April 11/97 staff have met with Mario Romano. The matter has also been discussed with the Authority solicitor and an agreement is being prepared which will be registered on title immediately upon completion of the City of Vaughan purchase from ORe. Report prepared by: Don Prince, Extension 221 Michael Fenning, Extension 223 For information contact: Don Prince, Extension 221 Brian Denney, Extension 242 A59 Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 '\ "" \ \ , , \, \ \ , , .... ...... '.n'I ....c!: I PROJECT FOR TH!: ACC.UISIT!ON OF THE FCP.I\i1E.:: \1lI\iISTRY OF NATURAL ~cS':UnC;:3 ;\Il~?!...: - D!Sr::\!CT QF:C:; A.\~ LANeS - C:c'! of '/"u;:-:::Jn '-. -' ,~ Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 A60 r=,,-= r ' " ;;...: :.~' ,,::::::. I~ "= ,..,;;r . I _. ,.1_ .,_" U " --, '..' ,. .' ......:J 1') - -' - .......i...:i .- ~ aPR 2 2 1997 . ",.. . United Caston Corporation "';;~I ;';~::;::!!~~:~i'S :Jifi:o April 21, 1997 \ '. \ \ Mr. J. Craig Mather, P.Eng Chief Administrative Officer The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority 5 Shoreham Drive North York, Ontario M3N 1S4 Dear Mr. Mather: Re: ORC Lands, Dutferin street. city ot Vauqhan As we discussed on Friday, April 18 at our meeting with yourself and your staff, we are willing to proceed to give you fee simple 20+ Acres of the 36+ Acres of ORC table lands on Dufferin Street. The lands and location as per your sketch attached seem to be generally correct, although it cannot finally be determined until we do a "Top of Bank" walk with your staff. We hope you can co-ordinate this for us as soon as possible. In this "Top of Bank" walk, it will also be important to deter::line flood lines and the "Top of Bank" for the rest of our lands which comprise approximately 257 acres. The deeding of the lands to you will occur once residential o. P. approval for all of our lands is received. In the meantime, you will have a lease on the lands that will allow you to use the lands as if you owned them. This lease will be secured on title to the lands in a manner which is workable for both of us. Access to the lands will have to be discussed between M.T.R.C.A. and Vaughan as we will not have ownership of the balance of the lands. 8500 lelhe Ilreel IUlfe 570 . . . 2 rhcr~hlll. Onbno ~;: : ~3 " 70S; m:;20 ;~x: 90:) 73J. !dEl f:: - .. .. . .. .. .. ., ~ A61 Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 Mr. J. Craig Mather, P.Eng April 21, 1997 Page Two "'. '\ In order to be more exact on the location of the buildings on '" \ the lands and to determine more exact acreage, we are going to \ require a survey. If a survey is not available, then we will \ have one done. \ \ , Finally, all of the above is subject to entering into a binding tri-party agreement between Castan, the M.T.R.C.A. and the City of Vaughan which will include these main terms and other legal matters. We met with the City of Vaughan last week and the general feeling was to do it by way of a tri- party agreement. I should also add that the City of Vaughan is happy to be working with M.T.R.C.A. for the benefit of the community. If there are any questions, please do not hesitate to call me. Yours truly, UNITED CASTAN CORPORATION , , / . /~ . " L ~ . C- Mario Romano President MR:ice f. ., Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 A62 RES #A57/Q7 - DUFFIN-ROUGE AGRICULTURAL PRESERVE, TOWN OF PICKERING, REGION OF DURHAM The results of discussions with the Ontario Realty Corporation, the Town of Pickering and the Region of Durham with respect to the initiative of the provincial government to sever and sell into private ownership part of the provincially owned land acquired for the former North Pickering Project. (Executive Committee Res. #B22/97, #B23/97) Moved by: Maja Prentice Seconded by: Eldred King THAT the staff report on the Duffin-Rouge Agricultural Preserve, Town of Pickering, Region of Durham, be received; THAT the principles established for the disposition of the lands associated with the environmental resources be supported; THAT the Ontario Realty Corporation, the Region of Durham and the Town of Pickering be advised that the Authority will be able to settle its appeal with respect to Land Severance Application LD 153196 and 154/96, subject to the registration on title of conservation easements, to protect the environmental resources on those lands to be sold to the public; AND FURTHER THAT the conditions proposed in the easement include, but not be limited to the following: . permit the Authority and/or its agents, to enter and have access to the subject lands to carry out: inspections, stream improvements, rehabilitation, planting, flood control, water quality improvement, maintenance and repairs; . prohibit; alterations to watercourses, draining of wetlands, polluting of any watercourses, filling, grading, removal of trees, construction of buildings and structures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A63 Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 RES #A58/97 - GREENSPACE PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 1996-2000 Flood Plain Component, Petticoat Creek and Duffin Creek Watershed Ontario Reality Corporation (ORC), CFN 27986 Purchase of property and easement rights for valley and stream corridor lands and ESA's located within the Phase I area of the Duffin-Rouge Agriculture Preserve, Town of Pickering currently identified for disposal by ORC. (Executive Committee Res. #B24/97) Moved by: Maja Prentice Seconded by: Eldred King THAT 395 acres, more or less, consisting of the valley corridor lands of the West Duffin Creek and Petticoat Creek, be purchased from the Ontario Realty Corporation as they become available through their disposal process, said lands being in Town of Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham within the Duffin-Rouge Agriculture Preserve; THAT permanent easements containing 430 acres, more or less, consisting of stream corridors and contiguous forested areas and wetlands connected with Petticoat Creek and the West Duffin Creek, be purchased from the Ontario Realty Corporation as they become available through their disposal process, said lands being in the Town of Pickering, Regional Municipality Durham, within the Duffin- Rouge Agriculture Preserve; THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00; THA T the land being acquired in fee simple be free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements and that the lands over which permanent easements; THAT Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required; THAT where improvements/buildings are found within the valley corridors staff be directed to negotiate the purchase of them on the basis of depreciated market value of buildings with land being valued at nominal consideration of $2.00, subject to Authority approval of individual parcels and purchase prices; AND FURTHER THAT the staff be directed to negotiate the extension of current residential or commercial leases associated with the various parcels with improvements as a part of the transactions involving individual parcels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 A64 RES #A59/Q7 - SALE OF LANDNICINITY OF 1A ALDER ROAD Borough of East York Robert Leon / CFN 28451 In receipt of a request from The Metropolitan Toronto Encroachment Review Committee, to explore the possibility of a sale of a small fragment of tableland in the Don River Watershed to Robert Leon. (Executive Committee Res. #B25/97) Moved by: Case Ootes Seconded by: Eldred King WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, is in receipt of a request from The Metropolitan Toronto Encroachment Review Committee, to proceed with a sale of a small fragment of Authority-owned tableland, situate adjacent to 1A Alder Road, Borough of East York, in The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto; AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to complete a sale to Robert Leon in this instance; THAT a small fragment of Authority-owned tableland containing 0.010 hectares, more or less, (0.024 acres) be sold to Robert leon, said land being Part of Road Allowance between Concessions 2 and 3, From the Bay, Borough of East York, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto; THAT the Authority request the approval of The Minister of Natural Resources to complete the sale of the subject land on the following terms and conditions: (a) The sale price is to be the sum of $4,500; (b) Robert Leon is to pay the costs for legal, appraisal and survey costs and must obtain the approval of the land Division Committee of the Borough of East York; (c) Completion of this sale will be subject to any Planning Act approvals that may be required for the severance. Any additional planning approvals which the purchaser may desire, or the municipality requires, will be at the expense of the purchaser; (d) The transaction is to be completed at the earliest possible date with payment in full, being made to the Authority on closing. THAT the sale be subject to the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources in accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27, as amended; AND FURTHER THAT appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of any necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED I A65 Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 RES #A60/Q7 - THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO Request for a Permanent Easement for the Metro Zoo Sanitary Sewer Syphon on the west side of Meadowvale Road, north of Sheppard Avenue East, City of Scarborough, CFN 28605 Receipt of a request from The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto to provide a permanent easement for the Metro Zoo Sanitary Sewer Syphon on the west side of Meadowvale Road, north of Sheppard Avenue East, City of Scarborough. (Executive Committee Res. #B26/97) Moved by: Maja Prentice Seconded by: Eldred King WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto to provide a permanent easement for the Metro Zoo Sanitary Sewer Syphon on the west side of Meadowvale Road, north of Sheppard Avenue East, City of Scarborough; AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to cooperate with The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto in this instance; THAT a permanent easement containing 1.018 hectares, more or less, (2.516 acres) be granted to The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto for the Metro Zoo Sanitary Sewer Syphon, said land being Part of Lots 4 and 5, Concession 3 and Part of the Road Allowance between Lots 4 and 5, Concession 3, City of Scarborough, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and designated as Part 1 on Plan 64R-15328; THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal, survey and other costs; THAT said easement is subject to the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources in accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27 as amended; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 A66 RES #A61/Q7 - DON V ALLEY BRICKWORKS REGENERATION PROJECT Agreement for Sanitary and Water Services Connections City of Toronto and the Borough of East York CFN 28591 (x-ref. 21853) The Authority enter into a three party agreement for the supply of sanitary and water services to the Don Valley Brickworks Regeneration Project, Don River Watershed. (Executive Committee #B27/97) Moved by: Maja Prentice Seconded by: Eldred King THAT approval be given for the Authority to enter into a three party agreement with the Borough of East York and the City of Toronto for the supply of sanitary and water services to the Don Valley Brickworks Regeneration Project located in the Borough of East York and the City of Toronto respectively, in accordance with the terms and conditions outlined in this report; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES #A62/97 - GREENSPACE PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 1996-2000 Flood Plain and Conservation Component Duffins Creek Watershed Ingeborg Secord and Estate of Alan Secord Property. CFN 11539 Acquisition through purchase and donation of property located on the east side of Concession Line 3, north of Side Road 5, Township of Uxbridge, Regional Municipality of Durham. (Executive Committee Res. #B28/97) Moved by: Maja Prentice Seconded by: Eldred King THAT 235 acres, more or less, consisting of 2 parcels of ecologically sensitive land, improved with a two bedroom main house, a two bedroom guest house, a two bedroom caretaker's house, a farmhouse and a barn, be acquired from Ingeborg Secord and the Estate of Alan Secord, said lands being Parts of Lots 9,10 and 11, Concession 3, Township of Uxbridge, Regional Municipality of Durham, situate on the east side of Concession Line 3, north of Side Road 5; THAT the acquisition basis is to be as follows: a) $250,000. payable in cash; continued... A67 Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 b) Income tax receipts are to be made available to Ingeborg Secord in the amount of $250,000. and the Estate of Alan Secord, in the amount of $250,000., or in such revised amounts not to exceed $500,000., in accordance with the rules set out by Revenue Canada, to reflect the charitable donation in the amount of $500,000.; c) Payment of Vendors' reasonable legal fees, terminating costs and expenses of vacating the premises, all not to exceed a total of $12,000. THAT acquisition is on the basis of the part of the premises known as the Pet Cemetery being used as a Pet Cemetery or being left in its natural state as determined by the Authority. In the event the Authority chooses to utilize the Pet Cemetery for Pet Cemetery purposes, the arrangement is to be subject to the Authority entering into a mutually satisfactory agreement with any organization satisfactory to the Authority, to operate and maintain the Pet Cemetery and provided that any such agreement is entered into within one year of the Closing Date, the Authority shall pay any lump sum payment made by such organization for the use of the Pet Cemetery to the Vendor or any rents or other fees collected from such organization pursuant to any such agreement shall be paid to Vendor. The Authority shall be entitled to deduct from the payment to the Vendor all of its expenses in connection with the agreement with such organization; Provision is to be included in the arrangement for the Vendor for a period of up to 12 months from the closing date, to have the right to retain and convey up to 5.2 acres consisting of the existing Pet Cemetery area and land for potential cemetery expansion to the Animal Rescue Mission or as otherwise determined by the Vendor, subject to a restrictive covenant being placed on the lands, that they not be used for any use other than a Pet Cemetery or accommodation for any caretaker or workman employed in connection with the operation of a Pet Cemetery, but for no other purposes whatsoever. In the event these lands are subsequently disposed of, the Authority is to have the right to purchase the subject lands when they are no longer used for Pet Cemetery purposes at the price paid to the Vendor. THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements, no hunting of fowl or animal wildlife shall be permitted on the property, but fishing will be permitted. A conservation easement is to be executed on closing in a form similar to the attached and registered on title. THAT Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997. A68 RES #A63/97- THE BEDFORD GROVE - SCATTERING OF ASHES To respond to the Morley Bedford Funeral Home letter of September 30, 1996 requesting that the Authority reconsider its decision not to permit the scattering of ashes on conservation lands. (Executive Committee Res. #B29/97) Moved by: Maja Prentice Seconded by: Eldred King THAT, as the regular or routine scattering of cremated human remains on a specific area of land requires that the land be established as a cemetery, the Authority not permit the scattering of cremated human remains by the Morley Bedford Funeral Home within the William T. Foster Woods in Kleinburg; AND FURTHER THAT The Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto be asked to advise the Morley Bedford Funeral Home of this decision. .................... .. CARRIED RES #A64/Q7- PROJECT FOR THE ACQUISITION OF THE FORMER MINISTRY OF NATURAL RESOURCES MAPLE DISTRICT OFFICE AND LANDS City of Vaughan (Executive Committee Res. #B45/97) See also page A57, Res. #A56/97. Moved by: Maja Prentice Seconded by: Eldred King WHEREAS the City of Vaughan will be submitting an offer, in conjunction with Mr. Mario Romano an abutting property owner, to the Ontario Realty Corporation (ORC) for the purchase of the entire former Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) Maple District lands and; WHEREAS Mr. Romano, under agreement with the City of Vaughan, would gain title to 32, plus or minus 2, acres of tableland on the east side of the former MNR Maple District lands and; WHEREAS Mr. Romano has indicated his willingness to donate approximately 20 acres of the eastern tablelands to the Authority; THEREFORE, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT Authority staff be directed to enter into negotiations with Mr. Mario Romano regarding his offer to donate to the Authority approximately 20 acres of the eastern tablelands and report back to the Full Authority on April 25, 1997; THAT Authority staff be directed to work with the City of Vaughan, the Region of York and other public agencies on a plan for the public use and ownership of the entire parcel of the former MNR Maple District lands that will remain in public ownership and; continued... A69 Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 THAT the ORC be advised that should the City of Vaughan not be successful in negotiating the purchase of these lands, the Authority would like the opportunity to continue to negotiate for the purchase of these lands; AND FURTHER THAT the City of Vaughan, the Region of York, the Ontario Realty Corporation and Mr. Mario Romano be so advised. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES #A65/Q7- SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Randy Barber Seconded by: Donna Patterson THAT Section II, of Executive Committee Minutes #2/97, held April 11, 1997, be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Section II Items include: APPLlCA TIONS FOR PERMITS PURSUANT TO ONTARIO REGULATION 158 - (Executive Committee Res. #830/97 - #836/97) REVISED PROJECT FOR THE ET081COKE MOTEL STRIP WATERFRONT PARK (MARCH 1993) - Hillcrest/North American Motels (Executive Committee Res. #837/970 REVISED PROJECT FOR THE ET081COKE MOTEL STRIP WATERFRONT PARK (MARCH 1993) - Etobicoke Motel Strip (Executive Committee Res. #B38/97) LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGEN ERA TION PROJECT 1995-1999 IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO Colonel Samuel Smith Park (Executive Committee Res. #839/97) THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO V ALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION PROJECT 197-2001 Sylvan Avenue Erosion Control Project (Executive Committee Res. #840/97) APPOINTMENT OF ENFORCEMENT OFFICER (Executive Committee Res. #841/97) TOWN OF RIDGETOWN (Executive Committee Res. #842/97) 81LL 98- THE DEVELOPMENT CHARGES ACT, 1996 (Executive Committee Res. #843/97, #844/97) Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 A70 MOTION TO DEFER - WILD WATER KINGDOM RES #A66/Q7 Gasoline Powered Go-Karts In 1996, the Authority agreed to the construction of a go-kart facility at Wild Water Kingdom. The electric powered go-karts proposed at the time are not cost effective and gasoline powered equipment is proposed until alternative fuel vehicles are a practical alternative. (Joint WMABIPUAB #2/97) Moved by: Maja Prentice Seconded by: Randy Barber THAT the Wild Water Kingdom Go-Kart proposal be deferred to Authority Meeting #4/97, to be held on May 30, 1997. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES #A67/Q7- TOUR OF FACILITIES AND OTHER WATERSHED FEATURES AND ISSUES Possible Tour for Authority Members. (WMAB/PUAB #019/97, #D20/97, PUAB #E 19/97, #E20/97) Moved by: Victoria Carley Seconded by: Maja Prentice THAT the staff be directed to arrange a full day tour for members to visit Authority facilities, and locations which illustrate watershed management and public use issues, in the western end of the Authority's area of jurisdiction, on Friday, June 6, 1997. . .. CARRIED RES #A68/Q7- CLAIREVILLE CONSERVATION AREA MANAGEMENT PLAN Review of the editorial changes to the Claireville Conservation Area Management Plan by the Claireville Technical Advisory Committee. (WMAB #D21/97, PUAB #E21/97) Moved by: Victoria Carley Seconded by: Maja Prentice THAT staff amend paragraph 2 on page 8 of the Claireville Conservation Area Management Plan to read as follows: -. . . habitat areas will be regenerated, and existing public use/commercial facilities will be maintained or new facilities considered-, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A71 Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 RES #ASQ/Q7- ENVIRONMENT ALL Y SIGNIFICANT AREAS (ESAs) Annual Update on the Status of the Authority's Inventory The adoption of changes to the Authority's inventory of ESAs as a result of recent field investigations and evaluations. (WMAB Res. #D25/97, #D26/97) Moved by: Eldred King Seconded by: Richard Whitehead THAT the Environmentally Significant Areas (ESAs), summarized on the attached table, be adopted as part of the Authority's inventory of ESAs; THAT staff be directed to use this new information to advocate the protection of these ESAs through plan input and review activities; THAT staff be directed to circulate the new ESA information to the affected municipalities to seek their support in recognizing the ESAs in appropriate land use designations within their planning documents. THAT Environmentally Significant Areas (ESAs) #52, #90, #126, #136, #137 and #140 be deferred back to staff for further review and that a report be brought back no later than October 1997; THAT Environmentally Significant Area #93 be withdrawn; AND FURTHER THAT prior to Authority Meeting #3/97, to be held on April 25, 1997, staff be directed to meet with Mark Jepp, representing Urban Development Institute (UDI) to determine if UDI would like additional ESAs deferred for further review. ....... CARRIED RES #A 70/Q7 - LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT 1995- 1999 Continuation of the site development at Colonel Samuel Smith Waterfront Park, City of Etobicoke (WMAB Res. #D27/97). Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Jim McMaster THAT staff be directed to proceed with the 1997 development program at Colonel Samuel Smith Waterfront Park, City of Etobicoke, under the "Lake Ontario Waterfront Regeneration project 1995-1999", at a total cost of $825,000. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 A72 RES #A71/Q7- THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO V ALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION PROJECT 1997-2001 Sylvan Avenue Erosion Control Project, Lake Ontario Waterfront, City of Scarborough. Continuation of the construction of shoreline erosion control works along the Sylvan Avenue sector of the Scarborough Bluffs, City of Scarborough. (WMAB #028/97) Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Jim McMaster THAT staff be directed to proceed with the 1997 construction program for the Sylvan Avenue Erosion Control Project, City of Scarborough, under the · Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto Valley Shoreline Regeneration Project 1997-2001. at a total cost of $650,000. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES #A72/Q7- APPOINTMENT OF MEMBER TO DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL Mr. Tracy Smith, Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) Membership appointment to the Don Watershed Regeneration Council. (WMAB #029/97) Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Jim McMaster THAT Mr. Tracy Smith of the Ministry of Natural Resources be appointed as a member to the Don Watershed Regeneration Council; AND FURTHER THAT Mr. Smith be requested to serve and contribute to the Don Council until the end of the Council's term, being November 1997. ............. . .. CARRIED RES #A 73/97 - DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL Minutes of Meeting #1/97 The minutes of Meeting #1/97 held February 20, 1997 of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council is provided for information. (WMAB #030/97) Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Jim McMaster THAT the minutes of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, Meeting #1/97 held February 20, 1997, be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A73 Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE (Deferred by WMAB Res. #031/97) RES IIA74/Q7- YORK REGION LONG TERM WATER PROJECT Class Environmental Assessment Response to Authority concerns with respect to the Region of York's proposed Long Term Water Project (WMAB #D32/97) Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Jim McMaster THAT the staff report and the response from the York Region Long Term Water Project be received; THAT staff be directed to monitor progress of the project insofar as it may affect Authority interests. AND FURTHER THAT Authority staff be directed to determine if the proposal can still be subject to a .bump up. to a full environmental assessment and advise Members at Authority meeting #3/97, to be held on April 25, 1997. ......................... CARRIED RES #A 75/Q7 - TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR THE WATERSHED MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD Review of Terms of Reference for the Watershed Management Advisory Board. (WMAB #034/97) Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Jim McMaster THAT the Terms of Reference for the Watershed Management Advisory Board be established as follows: To initiate, study, report and recommend a comprehensive program of watershed management for the region under the jurisdiction of the Authority, and without restricting the foregoing, the specific Terms of Reference shall include: . development and implementation of watershed management strategies and shoreline management strategies, based on ecosystem planning approaches, which integrate environment, society and economy and are widely supported by municipalities, landowners and communities; continued.. . Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 A74 . policy, program and project development in the areas of environmental management of urban growth; protection and enhancement of -green infrastructure-; ecologically sound agricultural practices; protection and restoration of headwaters, marshes and other terrestrial and aquatic features. . research and monitoring to understand and track watershed health; . planning land acquisition including identification of critical properties for public ownership to protect significant features and environmental functions such as habitat linkages; . inspire and support community involvement in all aspects of environmental management on a watershed basis; . operation and maintenance of all Authority water management structures; . location and phasing of remedial flood and erosion control projects and environmental regeneration activities; . development and operation of the flood warning and forecasting system; . planning and development of waterfront recreational projects and environmental regeneration activities; . recommendation and administration of regulations for fill, construction and alteration to waterways applicable to valley and waterfront lands, and the means of their enforcement; . management agreements for Authority lands to be maintained by other agencies or enabling the Authority to care for the lands of other owners. .......................................... . CARRIED A75 Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 RES #A76/Q7- PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE BRAM EAST SECONDARY PLAN City of Brampton, Humber River Watershed Receipt of correspondence from staff at the City of Brampton outlining proposed modifications to the Bram East Secondary Plan related to the Claireville Conservation Area Management Plan and the proposed Williams Parkway Extension.(WMAB #035/97) Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Jim McMaster THAT the correspondence from the City of Brampton dated April 8, 1997, be received; AND FURTHER THAT the City of Brampton and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing be advised that The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority will support the approval of the Bram East Secondary Plan subject to the incorporation of the proposed modifications and wording as suggested by staff at the City of Brampton in their letter of April 8, 1997. ............................................... CARRIED RES #A 77/Q7 - ROUGE PARK ALLIANCE - INITIATION OF MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE REVIEW Review of the Rouge Park Management Structure. (WMAB Res. #036/97) Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Jim McMaster THAT the staff report, dated April 10, 1997, on the initiation of the Review of the Rouge Park Management Structure be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 A76 RES #A 78/97 - CALEDON CONSERVATION AREAS PARTNERSHIP A number of community groups, business and tourism interests, and municipal staff in the Town of Caledon have been working with Authority members and staff to enhance financial self sufficiency at Albion Hills and Glen Haffy, and to forge stronger links between Authority facilities and the local community (PUAB #E24/97) Moved by: Gerrj Lynn O'Connor' Seconded by: Deborah Sword THAT the staff report regarding the Caledon Conservation Areas Partnership be received; AND FURTHER THAT this approach to community involvement in Authority facility development and operations be endorsed and used as a model for our other facilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES #A 7Q/97 - DOWNHOME FESTIVAL AGREEMENT Authorization for staff to enter into an agreement with Mark Hillis for the operation of the "Downhome Festival" at Greenwood Conservation Area. (PUAB #E25/97) Moved by: Gerri Lynn O'Connor Seconded by: Deborah Sword THAT staff be authorized to enter into a Use of Facilities Agreement, with Mark Hillis or a company to be named by him, for the 1997 Downhome Festival at Greenwood Conservation Area. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A77 Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 RES #A80/Q7- AUTHORITY HIGHWAY SIGNAGE Tourism Oriented Directional Signage (TODS) Additional cost of highway signs for Authority facilities. (PUAB #E26/97, #E27/97) Moved by: Victoria Carley Seconded by: Maria Augimeri THAT Authority staff be directed to negotiate with the Province of Ontario regarding (TODS) including requesting that the province reconsider the down loading of highway signage costs to Conservation Authorities in 1997; THAT the Tourism Oriented Directional Signage (TODS) program be phased over more than one year to allow the Authority to budget appropriately; THAT the Minister of Transportation, the Minister of Economic Development, Trade and Tourism, the Minister of Citizenship, Culture and Recreation and the Authority's member municipalities be so advised. AND FURTHER THAT staff continue to pursue other options for highway signage. CARRIED Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 A78 RES #A81 197 - TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR THE PUBLIC USE ADVISORY BOARD Review of Terms of Reference for the Public Use Advisory Board. (PUAB Res. #E27/97) Moved by: Victoria Carley Seconded by: Deborah Sword THAT the Terms of Reference for the Public Use Advisory Board be established as follows: To initiate, study, report and recommend a comprehensive program for public use and land management of Authority lands and facilities in the region under the jurisdiction of the Authority, and without restricting the foregoing, the specific Terms of Reference shall include: . developing and implementing strategies for public use of Authority lands which balance the protection of natural and cultural features, with public use programs for enjoyment and life long learning; . policy, program and project development in the areas of outdoor recreation, environmental education and heritage conservation; . development, operations and maintenance of Black Creek Pioneer Village, Education Centres, Conservation Areas and Kortright Centre for Conservation to provide valuable experiences in attractive and safe environments and in the case of Black Creek Pioneer Village to adhere to museum standards; . inspire and support community involvement in program development, sponsorship, security and resource protection at all Authority facilities; . investigation of trends in outdoor recreation, monitoring of program participation and development of facilities, activities and events which will generate sufficient user fees to offset operating costs; . provision of environmental education facilities and programs which illustrate the importance of environmental management on a watershed basis, while meeting education curriculum requirements; . planning and development of inter-regional recreational facilities such as trails; . recommendation and administration of regulations to control public use of Authority lands and facilities continued... A79 Authority Meeting #3/97, April 25, 1997 AND FURTHER THAT Authority staff be directed to prepared a flow chart or presentation, cross referencing the roles and responsibilities of the Watershed Management Advisory Board, the Finance and Business Development Advisory Board and the Public Use Advisory Board. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED MOTION RES #A82/Q7 (PUAB Res. #E29/97) Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Richard Whitehead THAT staff be directed to investigate the acquisition of the Christian Brothers property in the vicinity of Airport Road and Highway #9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED NEW BUSINESS (a) Ms. Deborah Sword announced Toronto Atmospheric Fund is conducting a Carbon Dioixide Stabilization Celebration to mark the release of Toronto being the first City in North Amercian to reach it's carbon dioxide stabilization target- May 2, 1997 at 10:30 a.m. - Toronto City Hall. TERMINATION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11: 15 a.m. on April 25, 1997. Richard 0' Brien J. Craig Mather Chair Secretary-Treasurer pI. ~ . , the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority MINUTES OF AUTHORITY MEETING #4/97 Page A80 May 30, 1997 Meeting #4/97 of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority was held on Friday, May 30, 1997, in the Visitors Centre at Black Creek Pioneer Village. The Chair, Richard O'Brien, called the meeting to order at 10: 1 0 a.m. PRESENT Patrick Abtan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Maria Augimeri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Member Randy Barber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Lorna Bissell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Margaret Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Victoria Carley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Michael Di Biase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Lois Griffin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Norman Kelly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Joan King ................................................... Member Jim McMaster ................................................ Member Richard O'Brien ................................................. Chair Gerri Lynn O'Connor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Enrico Pistritto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Bev Salmon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Deborah Sword ............................................... Member REGRETS lIa Bossons .................................................. Member Raymond Cho ................................................ Member Lois Hancey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice Chair Eldred King .................................................. Member Frank McKechnie .............................................. Member Case Ootes .................................................. Member Paul Palleschi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Donna Patterson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Maja Prentice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Paul Raina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Richard Whitehead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member A81 Authority Meeting #4/97, May 30, 1997 MOTION OF CONDOLENCES RES #A83/Q7 Moved by: Bev Salmon Seconded by: Maria Augimeri THAT WHEREAS Mr. Brian Harrison, a member of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, passed away on May 5, 1997; AND WHEREAS Mr. Harrison is recognized by this Authority for 21 years of dedicated service; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT a moment of silence be observed in the memory of Mr. Brian Harrison; THAT a proclamation be declared, dated May 30, 1997, and a tree planted in Mr. Harrison's memory at the William T. Foster Woods; AND FURTHER THAT the Chair of the Authority, on behalf of all Members and staff of the Authority extend their deepest sympathies to the Harrison family.. . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A84/97 - MINUTES Moved by: Deborah Sword Seconded by: Bev Salmon THA T the Minutes of Meeting #3/97, held on April 25, 1997 be approved. . . . .. CARRIED BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES FROM AUTHORITY MEETING #3/97, HELD ON APRIL 25, 1997 MOTION TO DEFER - WILD WATER KINGDOM RES #AR5/97 Gasoline Powered Go-Karts In 1996, the Authority agreed to the construction of a go-kart facility at Wild Water Kingdom. The electric powered go-karts proposed at the time are not cost effective and gasoline powered equipment is proposed until alternative fuel vehicles are a practical alternative. (Joint WMABIPUAB #2/97) Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Lorna Bissell THAT the Wild Water Kingdom Go-Kart proposal be deferred . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #4/97, May 30, 1997 A82 CORRESPONDENCE (a) A letter, dated May 29, 1997, from Mr. Wayne long, Chair Development Committee, York Mills Valley Associatioh, in support of the recommendation regarding Jolly Miller. Please see page A93. RES #A86/97- CORRESPONDENCE Moved by: Bev Salmon Seconded by: Michael Di Biase THAT the above correspondence (a), be received and forwarded with the staff report and recommendation regarding Jolly Miller to the City of North York... . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES #A87/Q7- SUN ROW PARK - HUMBER COMMUNITY ACTION SITE Memorandum of Agreement with the City of Etobicoke to further rehabilitation efforts at Sun Row Park. Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Margaret Black THAT the Authority enter into a Memorandum of Agreement covering the period from April 1, 1997 to December 31, 1997 with the City of Etobicoke to implement the first year of environmental projects at Sun Row Park involving total estimated expenditures of $95,000 of which the Authority's share will not exceed $45,000; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to take the necessary action to implement the Memorandum of Agreement including the execution of any necessary documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A83 Authority Meeting #4/97, May 30, 1997 RES #A88/97- MTRCA 40TH ANNIVERSARY / CORPORATE EVENTS Summary of 40th Anniversary events/actions to date and update on recommendations proposed for remainder of the year. (Executive Committee Res. #B50/97) Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Margaret Black THAT the staff report, dated April 25, 1997, on the summary of events/actions taken with respect to the celebration of the Authority's 40th Anniversary be received; THAT the part of RES. #A242/96; the recommendation to plant a tree at each of the Authority's member and local municipalities; be rescinded; AND FURTHER THAT the Authority present to each member and local municipality a framed Certificate of Appreciation recognizing their long term and continuing support for the watershed management work of the Authority. ........................ CARRIED Authority Meeting #4/97, May 30, 1997 A84 RES #A89/Q7- SALE OF SURPLUS AUTHORITY LAND North East Corner of Jane Street and Steeles Avenue, City of Vaughan Receipt of a request from 1177284 Ontario Limited for an extension to the conditional period for obtaining an Official Plan Amendment and a Zoning By-law amendment regarding purchase of surplus Authority land situate at the north east corner of Jane Street and Steeles Avenue, in the City of Vaughan, in the Regional Municipality of York. (Executive Committee Res. #B51/97, #B52/97) Moved by: Michael Di Biase Seconded by: Joan King THAT the conditional period for obtaining an Official Plan Amendment and a Zoning By-law Amendment for the transaction with 1177284 Ontario Limited be extended to December 31, 1998, regarding the purchase of surplus Authority land situate at the north east corner of Jane Street and Steeles Avenue, in the City of Vaughan, in the Regional Municipality of York; THAT staff report back to the Executive Committee in October, 1998 in the event that this transaction has not closed; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. RECORDED VOTE Patrick Abtan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yea Maria Augimeri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nay Randy Barber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yea Lorna Bissell . .. . .. .... . ........ .. ............ . .... ..... ......... Yea Margaret Black. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yea Victoria Carley. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yea Michael Di Biase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yea Lois Griffin .... .............. . . ......... ..... ....... ... ...... ... Yea Norman Kelly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yea Joan King ...................................................... Yea Jim McMaster ................................................... Yea Richard O'Brien . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yea Bev Salmon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yea Deborah Sword . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yea THE MOTION WAS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED A85 Authority Meeting #4/97, May 30, 1997 RES #A90/Q7- RENEWAL OF LEASE WITH THE CITY OF ETOBICOKE FOR A TTC BUS LOOP Lakeshore Boulevard West and Parklawn Road Receipt of a request from The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto for approval of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, for renewal of an existing lease arrangement with the City of Etobicoke for a TTC bus loop at Lakeshore Boulevard West and Parklawn Road. (Executive Committee Res. #B53/97) Moved by: Maria Augimeri Seconded by: Lois Hancey THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, is the owner of the lands in the vicinity of Lakeshore Boulevard West and Parklawn Road, forming a part of Humber Bay East Park in the City of Etobicoke, in The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto; AND WHEREAS the subject lands are managed by The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, in accordance with the terms of an agreement dated October 11, 1972; THA T the Authority approve of the renewal of the lease with the City of Etobicoke, for a term of five years commencing May 1, 1997 and expiring on the April 30, 2002, on a basis similar to the earlier arrangement; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #4/97, May 30, 1997 A86 RES #AQ1/Q7- THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK Conveyance of land for a road widening on Islington Avenue, City of Vaughan, CFN 28651 Conveyance of land to The Regional Municipality of York for a road widening on Islington Avenue which is a condition of the Committee of Adjustment's decision for severance of land to be conveyed to Islington Woods Developments Ltd. at Islington Avenue and Rutherford Road. (Executive Committee Meeting #B54/97) Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Margaret Black THAT WHEREAS the Committee of Adjustments for the City of Vaughan has included as a condition of the severance of the land at Islington Avenue and Rutherford Road to be conveyed to Islington Woods Developments Ltd., that The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority convey to the Regional Municipality of York a road widening along Islington Avenue; AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to cooperate with The Regional Municipality of York in this instance; THAT a small parcel of Authority owned land containing 0.017 hectares, more or less (0.042 acres) be conveyed to The Regional Municipality of York for the widening of Islington Avenue, said land being Part of Lot 14, Concession 7, designated as Part 5 on Plan 65R-18790, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York; THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00; THAT said conveyance be subject to the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources in accordance with Section 21 (2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27, as amended; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A87 Authority Meeting #4/97, May 30, 1997 RES #AQ2/Q7- SALE OF SURPLUS AUTHORITY OWNED LANDS Rodd Avenue Area, Town of Pickering CFN 28587 Receipt of Offer to Purchase, concerning the potential disposal of surplus Authority lands situate in the Rodd Avenue Area, Town of Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham. Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Margaret Black THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of an offer from William and Bunnie Wright, to purchase surplus Authority owned lands municipally known as 531 Rodd Avenue, in the Rodd Avenue area the Town of Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham; AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to complete a sale to William and Bunnie Wright in this instance; THA T a parcel of Authority-owned tableland, improved with a brick veneer bungalow, containing 0.114 acres, (0.046 hectares) more or less, be sold to William and Bunnie Wright, said land being Part of Lots 36, 39 and 40, Registered Plan 233, Town of Pickering, in the Regional Municipality of Durham; THAT the Authority request the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources to complete the sale of the subject lands on the following terms and conditions: (a) The sale price is to be the sum of $155,000.00; (b) The lands are to be used for single family residential purposes only and must conform to the Town's R4 zoning; (c) Completion of this sale will be subject to any Planning Act approvals that may be required; (d) The transaction is to be completed at the earliest possible date with payment in full to the Authority in cash on closing; (e) Any additional conditions as deemed appropriate by the Authority solicitor; THAT the sale be subject to the Approval of the Minister of Natural Resources, in accordance to Section 21 (2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27 as amended; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of any necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #4/97, May 30, 1997 A88 RES #AQ3/Q7- GREENSPACE PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 1996-2000 lake Ontario Waterfront, Scarborough Sector Mary Mortimer, CFN 28678 Purchase of property municipally known as 3 Glen Everest Road, located in the City of Scarborough, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto. Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Margaret Black THAT 0.225 acres, more or less, consisting of a rectangular shaped parcel of land, improved with a stucco 2 % storey wood frame bungalow and two storage sheds, be purchased from Mary Mortimer, said land being Part of Lot 29, Concession A, City of Scarborough, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and designated as Part 1 on Plan 64R-2653; THAT the purchase price be $375,000 together with payment of vendor's reasonable legal costs; THAT completion of the transaction be subject to The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto funding 50% of the cost of the purchase; THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES #AQ4/Q7- SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Joan King Seconded by: Randy Barber THAT Section II, of Executive Committee Minutes #3/97, held May 9, 1997, be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Section II Items include: APPLICATIONS FOR PERMITS PURSUANT TO ONTARIO REGULATION 158 - (Executive Committee Res. #B57/97, Res. #B58/97, Res. #B59/97) TENDER OPENING SUB-COMMITTEE TENDER ES97-12 (Executive Committee Res. #B60/97) APPOINTMENT OF ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS PURSUANT TO SECTION 28 OF THE CONSERVATION AUTHORITIES ACT (Executive Committee Res. #B61/97) A89 Authority Meeting #4/97, May 30, 1997 SECTION II ITEMS CONTINUED... COMPUTER WORK STATIONS (Executive Committee Res. #B62/97) 1997 WATERFRONT MONITORING PROGRAM (Executive Committee Res. #B63/97) RES #A95/97- WORLD PITCH & PUTT CORPORATION Lease of Authority lands, Corner of Finch and Steeles Ave., City of Brampton. Long term lease of Authority lands for the purpose of constructing and operating a Pitch & Putt golf course and driving range. (Finance and Business Development Advisory Board Res. #F14/97) Moved by: Joan King Seconded by: Lois Griffin THA T subject to all required terms and conditions imposed by the Authority being satisfied, approval be granted to enter into a long term lease of lands in the Claireville Area, comer of Finch and Steeles Avenues, with World Pitch and Putt Corporation; AND FURTHER THAT staff be authorized to conclude negotiations with World Pitch & Putt and report to the Authority on the terms and conditions of the proposed lease. .. CARRIED RES #AQ6/Q7- SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Patrick Abtan Seconded by: Norman Kelly THAT Section IV, of Finance and Business Development Advisory Board Minutes #2/97, held May 9, 1997, with the exception of Revenue Initiatives, be received. . . . . . . . .. CARRIED SECTION IV ITEMS INCLUDE: ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE STATUS REPORT (F&BD Res. #F15/97) PAYROLL SERVICES OUTSOURCING (F&BD Res. #F16/97) AUTHORITY REALTY TAXES (F&BD Res. #F17/97) Authority Meeting #4/97, May 30, 1997 A90 RES #AQ7/Q7- SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Victoria Carley Seconded by: Patrick Abtan THAT Revenue Initiatives a Section IV item, of Finance and Business Development Advisory Board Minutes #2/97, held May 9, 1997, be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES #AQS/Q7- HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE Adoption of the Terms of Reference for the Humber Watershed Alliance. (WMAB Res. #039/97) Moved by: Norman Kelly Seconded by: Lois Griffin THAT the Terms of Reference for the Humber Watershed Alliance, dated May 8, 1997, as in WMAB Res.#D39/97, be adopted; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to take all actions necessary to establish the Humber Watershed Alliance in time for the first meeting to occur in October, 1997. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES #AQ9/Q7- V ALLEY AND STREAM CORRIDOR MANAGEMENT PROGRAM Report on the review of specific policy provisions within the Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program. (WMAB Res. #040/97) Moved by: Norman Kelly Seconded by: Victoria Carley THAT the report on the review of the Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A91 Authority Meeting #4/97, May 30, 1997 RES #A100/Q7 - MUNICIPAL WATER BILL - PROGRESS REPORT Status of the investigation into the use of municipal water bill revenue as a source of funding for certain Conservation Authority programs. (WMAB Res. #041/97, #042/97) Moved by: Joan King Seconded by: Norman Kelly THAT staff be directed to continue discussions with the member and local municipalities where applicable to determine which aspects of existing Authority activities could be funded by municipalities from water bill revenues and to explore opportunities to address other watershed management priorities with funding based on water consumption . . .. CARRIED RES #A101/Q7 - AN EVALUATION OF ROADSIDE DITCHES AND OTHER RELATED STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PRACTICES Completion of study and communication of results. (WMAB Res. #043/97 Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Maria Augimeri THAT the staff report entitled -An Evaluation of Roadside Ditches and Other Related Stormwater Management Practices:' dated May 5, 1997, be received for information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES #A102/Q7 - AQUATIC PLANTS PROGRAM Introduction to the 1997 Program To provide information about the 1997 Aquatic Plants Program currently underway. (WMAB Res. #044/97) Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Maria Augimeri THA T the staff report dated May 6, 1997 regarding the Aquatic Plants Program be received for information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #4/97, May 30, 1997 A92 RES. #A103/97 - NOMINATION OF THE HUMBER RIVER AS A CANADIAN HERIT AGE RIVER Municipal support for the nomination of the Humber River as a Canadian Heritage River. (WMAB Res. #045/97, #046/97) Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Maria Augimeri THAT the staff report and the Abstract, be received; THAT the Authority request the endorsement of its member and local municipalities where applicable within the watershed in support of the designation of the Humber River as a Canadian Heritage River; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to request letters of support from its member municipalities within the watershed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A 104/97 - JOLLY MILLER City of North York is acquiring the property through funding provided by the North York Parking Authority. (WMAB Res. #047/97, #048/97) (Note: Please see Correspondence, Page A82) Moved by: Bev Salmon Seconded by: Michael Di Siase THAT staff be directed to work with the City of North York and the North York Parking Authority to achieve as much green space as possible, adjacent to the Don River, through the re-design of the parking area and the site plan approval process; THAT staff continue to work with the City of North York to achieve suitable restoration of the Jolly Miller structure in accordance with Authority policies for such flood vulnerable structures; AND FURTHER THAT the Authority requests that the City of North York reaffirm its previous intention to revert the lands designated as a parking area to greenspace after a twenty-year period. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A93 . Authority Meeting #4/97, May 30, 1997 RES #A 1 05/Q7 KEATING CHANNEL DREDGING Continuation of annual maintenance dredging of Keating Channel and commencement of Cell One Capping at the dredged material disposal site at Tommy Thompson Park. (WMAB Res. #D49/97) Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Maria Augimeri THAT the Toronto Harbour Commissioners be requested to continue maintenance dredging of the Keating Channel in 1997 and to fund one third of the cost for the dredging and the Capping of Cell One up to a total of $300,000; THAT the City of Toronto be requested to fund one third of the cost for the dredging and the Capping of Cell One up to a total of $300,000; THAT the Authority contribute its one third share of the cost of dredging and the Cell One Capping up to a total amount of $300,000; AND FURTHER THAT the Authority continue with the associated environmental monitoring program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES #A106/97 - LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT 1995 - 1999 Mimico Creek Estuary Wetland Restoration Project The construction of a pedestrian link between Humber Bay Waterfront Park East and West, and the enhancement of 1 hectare of wetland habitat within the Mimico Creek Estuary. (WMAB Res. #050/97) Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Maria Augimeri THAT staff be directed to proceed with the implementation of the Mimico Creek Estuary Wetland Restoration Project under the -Lake Ontario Waterfront Regeneration Project 1995- 1999", at a total cost of $170,000. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #4/97, May 30, 1997 A94 RES #A107/97 - DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL Minutes of Meeting #2/97 The minutes of Meeting #2/96 held April 10, 1997 of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council is provided for information. (WMAB Res. #051/97) Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Maria Augimeri THAT the minutes of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, Meeting #2/97 held April 10, 1997, be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A95 Authority Meeting #4/97, May 30, 1997 RES. #A 108/97 - FEES FOR AUTHORITY PLAN REVIEW SERVICES IN DURHAM REGION Receipt and recommended approval of a report establishing fees for Conservation Authority plan review services in Durham Region, as submitted by the Central lake Ontario Conservation Authority on behalf of the five Durham Region CA's. eWMAB Res. #052/97) Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Maria Augimeri THAT the report, entitled Proposed Fee Schedule, Environmental Planning and Engineering Input and Review, dated May 12, 1997, as submitted by Mr. J. R. Powell, CAO, Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority, on behalf of the five Conservation Authorities with jurisdiction within Durham Region be received; AND FURTHER THAT pursuant to the Summary Recommendation set out on page one of this report, The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, for the area of its jurisdiction lying within the Regional Municipality of Durham, adopt the following: 1. The Fee Schedule for Environmental Planning and Engineering Input and Review, dated May 12, 1997, under Section 21 em.1) of the Conservation Authorities Act. 2. Development of an administrative framework that gives appropriate regard to the Region of Durham, the area municipalities, the development industry, the Ministry of Natural Resources -Draft Policies and Procedures for the Charging of Conservation Authority Fees, January 28, 1997, and the ACAO-UDI Joint Statement of Understanding. 3. The allocation of planning matters between municipality financed and developer financed be as presented in the report. 4. The Region of Durham and the area municipalities be requested to assist the participating Conservation Authorities in collecting the preliminary analysis fee at time of development application receipt. 5. The Region of Durham, area municipalities, participating Conservation Authorities and the development industry establish a forum to implement, monitor and review fee schedules established under Section 21 em.1) of the Conservation Authorities Act, and the administrative arrangements relating to same. 6. The target date for implementation of the fee schedule be July 1, 1997 and the target date for operation of the administrative, review and appeal procedures forum be October 1, 1997. ......................................... CARRIED Authority Meeting #4/97, May 30, 1997 A96 RES. #A 109/97 - CALEDON CANADA DAY CELEBRATION - ALBION HILLS Permit to Ignite Fireworks The Town of Caledon will hold its Canada Day Celebration at Albion Hills this year. The event includes a fireworks display necessitating a permit from the Authority under Ontario Regulation 119. (WMAB Res. #D53/97) Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Maria Augimeri THAT a permit to ignite fireworks under Ontario Regulation 119 be granted for the Town of Caledon Canada Day Celebration at Albion Hills Conservation Area. .......... CARRIED TERMINATION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11: 15 a.m. on May 30, 1997. Richard O'Brien J. Craig Mather Chair Secretary- Treasurer . pI. ~ . , the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority MINUTES OF AUTHORITY MEETING #5/97 Page A97 June 27, 1997 Meeting #5/97 of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority was held on Friday, June 27, 1997, at the Boyd Conservation Field Centre. The Chair, Richard O'Brien, called the meeting to order at 10: 1 0 a.m. PRESENT Patrick Abtan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Maria Augimeri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Randy Barber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Margaret Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Raymond Cho ................................................ Member Michael Di Biase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Shirley Eidt .................................................. Member Lois Griffin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Lois Hancey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice Chair Norman Kelly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Eldred King .................................................. Member Jim McMaster ................................................ Member Richard O'Brien ................................................. Chair Case Ootes .................................................. Member Enrico Pistritto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Paul Raina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Deborah Sword ............................................... Member Richard Whitehead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member REGRETS Lorna Bissell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member lIa Bossons .................................................. Member Victoria Carley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Joan King ................................................... Member Frank McKechnie .............................................. Member Gerri Lynn O'Connor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Paul Palleschi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Donna Patterson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Maja Prentice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Bev Salmon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member A98 Authority Meeting #5/97, June 27, 1997 RES. #A 110/97 - MINUTES Moved by: Randy Barber Seconded by: Michael Di Biase THA T the Minutes of Meeting #4/97, held on May 30, 1997 be approved. . . . .. CARRIED CORRESPONDENCE (a) A letter, dated June 6, 1997, from The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto Clerk's Department advising of the appointment of Councillor Shirley Eidt to the Authority, for a term of office expiring December 31, 1997. (b) A letter, dated June 24, 1997, and attached report, from Mr. Michael Harrison, President of Citizens Concerned About The Future Of The Etobicoke Waterfront, 43 Syons Street, Etobicoke, Ontario. The letter is in reference to an attached report entitled the .Toward the Ecological Restoration of South Etobicoke Report.. (c) A letter, dated June 19, 1997, from Mr. Michael Izzard, Chair of the Humber Watershed Task Force, addressed to the Chair of the Authority, in reference to the final draft of a report titled .A Call to Action -Implementing Legacy: A Strategy for a Heathy Humber., and to thank the Authority for its member and staff support. Copies of the final draft of the report were distributed at the meeting. See presentation (b) page A 100. (d) A facsimile, dated June 25, 1997, addressed to the Chair of the Authority from Mr. Christopher Burke of the The West Rouge Community Association, 270 Rouge Hills Drive, West Hill, Ontario. The letter was in support of the staff recommendation regarding the lake Ontario Waterfront Regeneration Project 1995-1999. Please see page A 111. RES. #A111/97- CORRESPONDENCE Moved by: Randy Barber Seconded by: Michael Di Biase THAT the above correspondence (a), (c) and (d) be received. .............. CARRIED Authority Meeting #5/97, June 27, 1997 A99 RES. #A80/97 - CORRESPONDENCE Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Case Ootes THAT the above correspondence (b) and attached report titled NToward the Ecological Restoration of South Etobicoke Report". be received and referred to staff for a report to the Watershed Management Advisory Board. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A81/97 - APPOINTMENT OF SHIRLEY EIDT TO THE FINANCE AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY BOARD 1997-98 Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Deborah Sword THA T Councillor Shirley Edit be appointed to the Finance and Business Development Advisory Board for the remainder of the 1997-98 term. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED The Secretary-Treasurer assumed the Chair to conduct the Election of Officers for the Chair of the Finance and Business Development Advisory Board. CHAIR, FINANCE AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY BOARD Case Ootes was nominated by Patrick Abtan. RES. #A82/97 - MOTION TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Paul Raina THAT nominations for the office of Chair of the Finance and Business Development Advisory Board be closed. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Case Ootes was declared elected by acclamation as Chair of the Finance and Business Development Advisory Board. A100 Authority Meeting #5/97, June 27, 1997 PRESENT A TIONS (a) Councillor Randy Barber presented a Certificate from Communities in Bloom on behalf of the Mayor and Council of the Town of Markham to the Chair and Members of the Authority. (b) Mr. Michael Izzard Chair of the Humber Watershed Task force presented the Chair . of the Authority with the report titled HLegacy: A Strategy for a Healthy Humber", Report of the Humber Watershed Task Force. See also correspondence page A98. RES. # A 11 5/97 - PRESENT A TIONS Moved by: Enrico Pistritto Seconded by: Deborah Sword THA T the above presentations (a) and (b) be received ................... CARRIED MOTION OF APPRECIATION RES. #A 116/97 Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Lois Hancey THA T the Chair and Members of the Authority send their gratitude and appreciation to staff and Members of the Humber Watershed Task Force for all their hard work and effort involved in completing the report "Legacy.' A Strategy for a Heathy Humber", as well as their day to day efforts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #5/97, June 27, 1997 A101 RES. #A 117/97 - THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO V ALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION PROJECT 1992-1996 Burgundy Court/Weston Road Final Design of Slope Remedial Works Consultant Selection To retain the services of consultants to complete the design for the slope remedial works at the rears of Burgundy Court and Weston Road, City of North York, on the Humber River. (Executive Committee Res. #B65/97) Moved by: Michael Di Biase Seconded by: Richard Whitehead THA T the firm of Ecologistics Limited be retained to complete the design and class environmental assessment for the Burgundy Court and Weston Road erosion control project at a total cost of $14,971.97, including GST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED RES. #A 118/97 - ENCROACHMENT AGREEMENT 26 Beardmore Crescent, City of North York CFN 23132 Request from The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto for concurrence to extend an existing encroachment agreement, affecting Authority owned lands managed by The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto at the rear of 26 Beardmore Crescent, City of North York. (Executive Committee Res. #B66/97) Moved by: Michael Di Biase Seconded by: Richard Whitehead THA T the Authority concur with The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, in extending an existing encroachment agreement, as a means of resolving encroachment problems on lands owned by The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, in the vicinity of 26 Beardmore Crescent, City of North York, on the basis as outlined in the appended Clause No. 13, contained in Report No. 13 of The Corporate Administration Committee, which was adopted by the Council of The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, at its meeting held on May 21, 1997; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED ~ A102 Authority Meeting #5/97, June 27, 1997 RES. #A 119/97 - ENCROACHMENT AGREEMENT 1 Jennifer Court, City of North York, CFN 25778 Request from The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto for concurrence to extend an existing encroachment agreement, affecting Authority owned lands managed by The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto at the rear of 1 Jennifer Court, City of North York. (Executive Committee Res. #B67/97) Moved by: Michael Di Biase Seconded by: Richard Whitehead THAT the Authority concur with The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, in extending an existing encroachment agreement, as a means of resolving encroachment problems on lands owned by The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, in the vicinity of 1 Jennifer Court, City of North York, on the basis as outlined in the appended Clause No. 15, contained in Report No. 13 of The Corporate Administration Committee, which was adopted by the Council of The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, at its meeting held on May 21, 1997; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #5/97, June 27, 1997 A103 RES. #A 120/97 - ENCROACHMENT AGREEMENT 2 Pineway Boulevard, City of North York, CFN 23080 Request from The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto for concurrence to extend an existing encroachment agreement, affecting Authority owned lands managed by The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto at the rear of 2 Pineway Boulevard, North York. (Executive Committee Res. #B68/97) Moved by: Michael Di Biase Seconded by: Richard Whitehead THAT the Authority concur with The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto in extending an existing encroachment agreement, as a means of resolving encroachment problems on lands owned by The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, in the vicinity of 2 Pineway Boulevard, City of North York, on the basis as outlined in the appended Clause No. 12, contained in Report No. 13 of The Corporate Administration Committee, which was adopted by the Council of The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, at its meeting held on May 21, 1997; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A104 Authority Meeting #5/97, June 27, 1997 RES. #A121/97 - GREENSPACE PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 1996-2000 Flood Plain Component, Rouge River, Petticoat Creek and Duffin Creek Watershed. Ontario Reality Corporation (ORC), CFN 27986 Purchase easement rights for valley and stream corridor lands located within the Duffin-Rouge Agriculture Preserve, Town of Markham, currently identified for disposal by ORC. (Executive Committee Res. #B69/97). Moved by: Michael Di Biase Seconded by: Richard Whitehead THAT permanent easements containing 205 acres, more or less, consisting of stream corridors of the Rouge River, Petticoat Creek and the West Duffin Creek, be purchased from the Ontario Realty Corporation as they become available through their disposal process, said lands being in the Town of Markham, Regional Municipality York, within the Duffin-Rouge Agriculture Preserve and include, but not be limited to the following conditions; . permit the Authority and/or its agents, to enter and have access to the subject lands for the purpose of carrying out; inspections, stream improvements, rehabilitation, planting, flood control, water quality improvements, maintenance and repairs; . prohibit; alterations to watercourses, draining of wetlands, polluting of any watercourses, filling, grading, removal of trees, construction of buildings and structures. THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00; THA T Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required ......................... CARRIED Authority Meeting #5/97, June 27, 1997 A105 RES. #A 122/97 - SALE OF SURPLUS AUTHORITY OWNED LANDS Rodd Avenue Area, Town of Pickering ,CFN 28588 Receipt of Offer to Purchase, concerning the potential disposal of surplus Authority lands situate in the Rodd Avenue Area, Town of Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham. (Executive Committee Res. IB70/97) Moved by: Michael Di Biase Seconded by: Richard Whitehead THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of an offer from Rhonda Cleary, to purchase surplus Authority owned lands, municipally known as 554 Rodd Avenue, in the Rodd Avenue area of the Town of Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham; AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to complete a sale to Rhonda Cleary in this instance; THAT a parcel of Authority-owned tableland, improved with a brick veneer bungalow, containing 0.172 acres, (0.069 hectares) more or less, be sold to Rhonda Cleary, said land being Part of Lot 30, Range 2, Broken Front Concession, Town of Pickering, in the Regional Municipality of Durham; THAT the Authority request the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources, to complete the sale of the subject lands on the following terms and conditions: . The sale price is to be the sum of $190,000.; . The lands are to be used for single family residential purposes only and must conform to the Town's R4 zoning; . The purchaser acknowledges that the Authority retains lands in the vicinity that will be used for park purposes and the purchaser agrees not to object to such uses or the Authority's plans for development of a park and is to provide such assurances that may be required by the Authority, that the purchaser or its successors in title, will not object to any such uses; . The Authority shall arrange for sanitary hook up to municipal services prior to closing; . Completion of this sale will be subject to any Planning Act approvals that may be required; . The transaction is to be completed at the earliest possible date with payment in full to the Authority in cash on closing; . Any additional conditions as deemed appropriate by the Authority solicitor; continued.. . A106 Authority Meeting #5/97, June 27, 1997 THAT the sale be subject to the Approval of the Minister of Natural Resources, in accordance to Section 21 (2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27 as amended; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of any necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A 123/97 - ENCROACHMENT AGREEMENT 5 Eldorado Court, City of North York, CFN 23124 Request from The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto for concurrence to extend an existing encroachment agreement, affecting Authority owned lands managed by The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto at the rear of 5 Eldorado Court, City of North York. (Executive Committee Res. #B71/97) Moved by: Michael Di Biase Seconded by: Richard Whitehead THAT the Authority concur with The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, in extending an existing encroachment agreement, as a means of resolving encroachment problems on lands owned by The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, in the vicinity of 5 Eldorado Court, City of North York, on the basis as outlined in the appended Clause No. 14, contained in Report No. 13 of The Corporate Administration Committee, which was adopted by the Council of The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, at its meeting held on May 21, 1997; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A 124/97 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Michael Di Biase Seconded by: Richard Whitehead THAT Section II, with the exception of Bill 103 item, of Executive Committee Minutes #4/97, held June 13, 1997, be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Section II Items include: VEHICLE AND EQUIPMENT (Executive Committee Res. #B72/97) APPUCA TIONS FOR PERMITS PURSUANT TO ONTARIO REGULATION 158 (Executive Committee Res. #B73/97) Section II Items continued... Authority Meeting #5/97, June 27, 1997 A107 Section II Items continued... CHRISTIAN BROTHERS OF IRELAND IN CANADA PROPERTY (Executive Committee Res. #B78/97) REPORT # 6/97, TENDER OPENING SUB-COMMITTEE (Executive Committee Res. #B79/97) RES. #A93/97 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION BILL 103 - AN ACT TO REPLACE THE SEVEN EXISTING MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENTS OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO BY INCORPORATING A NEW MUNICIPALITY TO BE KNOWN AS THE CITY OF TORONTO. (Executive Committee Res. #B76/97, #B77/97) Moved by: Deborah Sword Seconded by: Paul Raina THA T Section II, Item Bill 103, of Executive Committee Minutes #4/97, held June 13, 1997, be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A94/97- INVESTMENT POLICY This report recommends an Investment Policy for the Authority. (F&BD Res. #F21/97) Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Patrick Abtan THAT the Investment Policy June 3,1997, be approved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A95/97 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Patrick Abtan THAT Section II of Finance and Business Development Advisory Board Meeting #3/97, held on June 13, 1997 be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A10e Authority Meeting #5/97, June 27, 1997 Section II items include: CASH PROCEDURES (F&BD Res. 122/97) ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE STATUS REPORT (F&BD Res. #23/97) VEHICLE AND EQUIPMENT (F&BD'Res. 124/97) CLAIREVILLE CONSERVATION AREA MANAGEMENT PLAN (F&BD Res. 125/97) RES. #A 128/97 - SA YVIEW A VENUE - REGION OF YORK ENVIRONMENTAL MITIGATION AND ENHANCEMENT PLAN AND ARCHAEOLOGICAL SURVEY Response and recommendations to the Region of York concerning the proposed Environmental Mitigation and Enhancement Plan and Archaeological Survey for Bayview Avenue from Stouffville Road to Bloomington Road. (WMAB Res. ID56/97, ID57/97, ID58/97, ID59/97, ID60/97) Moved by: Eldred King Seconded by: Randy Barber THA T the Environmental Mitigation and Enhancement Plan and Archaeological Survey proposed by the Region of York with respect to the upgrading and completion of Bayview Avenue, from Stouftville Road to Bloomington Road, be endorsed in principle; THAT the costs of all works are to be borne by the Region of York as a part of the Bayview Avenue project; THAT staff be directed to continue to work with the Region of York to achieve the Authority's objectives in the final Plan and through detailed design; THA T staff be directed to ensure the work outlined in the Environmental Mitigation and Enhancement Plan be a condition of any approval of the Bayview Avenue Environmental Assessment; THA T all mitigation measures be initiated and completed wherever possible, prior to the start of the construction of the new Bayview Avenue; THAT the Authority request that the Town of Richmond Hill advise the Authority as soon as possible on the extent of the removal of the portion of the existing Bayview Avenue and other improvements to the shoreline of Lake Wilcox, which will be made possible by the relocation of Bayview Avenue; AND FURTHER THAT the Region of York confirm that street lighting in the vicinity of Lake St. George will be directional lighting to prevent any spillover of light into the natural areas adjacent to the roadway. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #5/97, June 27, 1997 A109 RES. #A 129/97 - ROUGE PARK NORTH MANAGEMENT PLAN Development of the Rouge Park North Management Plan. (WMAB Res. ID61/97) Moved by: Raymond Cho Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THAT the staff report on the development of the Rouge Park North Management Plan be received for information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A 130/97 - ETOBICOKE CREEK TOXIC SPILL Toxic substance spill resulting in a significant fish kill in Etobicoke Creek. (WMAB Res. ID62/97) Moved by: Raymond Cho Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THAT the report on the toxic substance spill on Etobicoke Creek be received for information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A131/97 - BOLTON ARTERIAL ROADS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT Town Of Caledon, Region Of Peel Receipt, for information, of Authority staff comments on the final Environmental Assessment Report regarding the Bolton Arterial Roads. (WMAB Res. ID63/97) Moved by: Raymond Cho Seconded by: Shirely Eidt THAT the staff comments on the final Environmental Assessment Report regarding the Bolton Arterial Roads, as submitted to the Minister of the Environment and Energy on June 10, 1997, be received for information. .............................. CARRIED A110 Authority Meeting #5/97, June 27, 1997 RES. #A132/97 - THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO VALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION PROJECT 1997-2001 Colonel Danforth Trail, Highland Creek, City of Scarborough Remediation of slope failure at Colonel Danforth Trail, City of Scarborough. (WMAB Res. #D64/97) Moved' by: Shirley Eidt Seconded by: Michael Di Biase THAT financial assistance be available, subject to the availability of funding in 1998, to the City of Scarborough under the -Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto Valley and Shoreline Regeneration Project 1997-2001" to 50% of the total cost to undertake the necessary slope stabilization works at Colonel Danforth Trail, City of Scarborough. AND FURTHER THAT the proposed remedial works be reviewed and approved by Authority staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A133/97 - HIGHWAY 407/TRANSITWAY, MARKHAM ROAD EASTERLY TO HIGHWAY 7 EAST OF BROCK ROAD Authority review of the extension of Highway 407/Transitway East of Highway 48. (WMAB Res. ID65/97) Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Eldred King THA T the staff report on the Authority comments on the Environmental Assessment for the Highway 407/transitway extension from Markham Road easterly to Highway 7 east of Brock Road be received for information; THA T staff be directed to participate in the proposed Stakeholders Consultation Process; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to seek financial assistance from the Ontario Transit Capital Commission to participate in the proposed Stakeholders Consultation Process. .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #5/97, June 27, 1997 A 111 RES. #A134/97 - THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO VALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION PROJECT 1997-2001 Crescent wood Parkette Erosion Control Project, Lake Ontario Waterfront City of Scarborough. Remediation of Crescent wood Parkette gully erosion, City of Scarborough (WMAB Res. ID68/97) Moved by: Raymond Cho Seconded by: Shirely Eidt THAT staff be directed to undertake the Crescentwood Parkette Erosion Control Project, City of Scarborough, under the -Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto Valley and Shoreline Regeneration Project 1997-2001" at a total estimated cost of $300,000; AND FURTHER THAT the City of Scarborough be notified that The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority will undertake the slope stabilization work at a total cost to be shared equally by City of Scarborough and The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. .................................................. CARRIED RES. #A135/97 - LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT 1995 - 1999 Continuation of the site development at Humber Bay West Waterfront Park, City of Etobicoke, under the -Lake Ontario Waterfront Regeneration Project 1995-1999" at a total cost of $325,000. (WMAB Res. #D69/97) Moved by: Raymond Cho Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THAT staff be directed to proceed with the 1997 development program at Humber Bay West Waterfront Park, City of Etobicoke, under the -Lake Ontario Waterfront Regeneration Project 1995-1999", at a total cost of $325,000. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A112 Authority Meeting #5/97, June 27, 1997 RES. #A 136/97 - KERROWOOD DEVELOPMENTS LIMITED Howland Mills Road, City of Vaughan Representation of Authority interests at an upcoming Ontario Municipal Board {OM B) Hearing related to the Kerrowood Development lands in the City of Vaughan. (WMAB Res. ID70/97) Moved by: Raymond Cho Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THAT the firm of Gardiner, Roberts be retained to provide legal representation for the Authority at the Ontario Municipal Board Hearing related to the planning applications made on behalf of Kerrowood Developments Limited; THAT Gardiner, Roberts be directed to pursue party status for the Authority at said Hearing; AND FURTHER THAT Gardiner, Roberts be directed to retain an expert witness to provide evidence in support of the Authority's position related to planning matters in front of the Ontario Municipal Board. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #5/97, June 27, 1997 A113 RES. #A 105/97 - FEES AND PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT FOR AUTHORITY PLAN REVIEW SERVICES IN PEEL REGION Receipt and recommended approval of a report establishing a Partnership Agreement for Conservation Authority plan review services (resulting fro~ the transfer of Provincial municipal plan review functions to municipalities) and fees for Conservation Authority plan review and technical clearance services, as submitted by Credit Valley Conservation, on behalf of the three Peel Region CA's. (WMAB Res. #D71/97) Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Eldred King THAT the report submitted by Ms. Vicki Barron, General Manager of Credit Valley Conservation, dated June 1997 and entitled: Fees for Conservation Authority Plan Review and Technical Clearance Services in the Region of Peel, including the Partnership Agreement, be received; THAT pursuant to the Summary and Recommendations set out on page one of this report, The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, for the area of its jurisdiction lying within the Regional Municipality of Peel, adopt the following: 1 (a). The Fee Schedule for Plan Review and Technical Clearance Services, dated June 1997, under Section 21 (m.1) of the Conservation Authorities Act; 1 (b). Notwithstanding 1 (a) above, the Fee Schedule for Plan Review and Technical Clearance Services, dated June 1997, be implemented through a municipal by-law pursuant to Section 69 of the Planning Act, at the request of a Peel municipality. 2. The allocation of planning matters between municipal financed and developer financed be endorsed as presented; 3{a). The Region of Peel, the City of Mississauga, the City of Brampton, and the Town of Caledon be requested to assist the Conservation Authorities in collecting the preliminary analysis fee at the time of development application receipt; 3(b). Notwithstanding 3{a) above, an agreement will be negotiated on the process of the collection of fees for any Peel municipality choosing to implement the plan review and technical clearance service under Section 69 of the Planning Act. 4. The Region of Peel, the City of Mississauga, the City of Brampton, and the Town of Caledon, the participating Conservation Authorities and the development industry establish a forum to implement, monitor and review fee schedules established under Section 21 (m.1) of the Conservation Authorities Act, and the administrative arrangements relating to same; and 5. The target date for implementation of the fee schedule be July 1, 1997 and the target date for operation of the implementation forum be early Fall 1997. AND FURTHER THAT the Partnership Agreement attached as Appendix I of the report be approved and executed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A114 Authority Meeting #5/97, June 27, 1997 RES. #A138/97 - METRO RURAL CLEAN WATER PROGRAM Status of Metro Rural Clean Water Program. (WMAB Res. #D72/97) Moved by: Raymond Cho Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THA T the staff report on the 1996/97 Metro Rural Clean Water Program be received .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . " CARRIED RES. #A 139/97 - 1997 SPRING FLOOD UPDATE Watershed conditions during 1997 spring flood events (WMAB Res. #D73/97) Moved by: Raymond Cho Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THAT the staff report on watershed conditions update be received for information purposes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A 140/97 - DON WATERSHED REPORT CARD "Turning the Corne," - The Don Watershed Report Card (WMAB Res. #D74/97, #D75/97) Moved by: Raymond Cho Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THA T the report entitled IITurning the Corner" - The Don Watershed Report Card, dated May 1997, be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED MOTION OF APPRECIATION RES. #A141/97 Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Lois Hancey THA T the Chair and Members of the Authority extend their congratulations to all staff involved for their great work and effort involved in completing "The Don Watershed Report Card" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #5/97, June 27, 1997. A115 RES. #A142/97 - SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION SOCIETY 1997 CONFERENCE The Annual North American Soil and Water Conservation Society Conference is being held in Toronto between July 22 to 25. The MTRCA will be hosting six tours of our watersheds on July 24 as part of this conference. (WMAB Res. ID76/97) Moved by: Raymond Cho Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THAT the staff report, dated June 13, 1997, be received for information. . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A 143/97 - LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO 1995- 1999 Port Union Concept Site - Shoreline and Waterfront Trail Improvements (Highland Creek to Rouge River) To report on the work program for the implementation of the Port Union Concept Site - Shoreline and Waterfront Trail improvements (Highland Creek to Rouge River) (WMAB Res. #D77/97) Moved by: Michael Di Biase Seconded by: Margaret Black THAT the staff report on the implementation of the Port Union Concept Site be received; THAT staff be directed to proceed to obtain the required environmental approvals and undertake the detailed design of the Port Union Concept Site, City of Scarborough, under the Lake Ontario Waterfront Regeneration Project in the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto 1995-1999 and within the 1997 Metro capital allocation of $400,000 for this sector of shoreline; THA T staff be directed to establish a working committee with community and agency representation; THAT staff be directed to take all necessary actions with the partners to proceed in an expeditious fashion to secure all approvals for early implementation; AND FURTHER THAT The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, the City of Scarborough, the Integrated Shoreline Management Plan Steering Committee, West Rouge Community Association, Centennial Creek Ratepayers Association, and the Office of the Greater Toronto Area be so advised. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A116 Authority Meeting #5/97, June 27, 1997 TERMINA TION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 10:50 a.m. on June 27,1997. Richard O'Brien J. Craig Mather Chair Secretary-Treasurer pI. ~ , the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority MINUTES OF AUTHORITY MEETING #6/97 Page A 11 7 July 25, 1997 Meeting '6/97 of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority was held on Friday, July 25, 1997, at the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village. The Vice-Chair, Lois Hancey, called the meeting to order at 10:05 a.m. PRESENT Patrick Abtan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Maria Augimeri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Randy Barber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Margaret Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Lorna Bissell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Member lIa Bossons .................................................. Member Victoria Carley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Raymond Cho . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Michael Di Biase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Shirley Eidt .................................................. Member Lois Hancey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice Chair Norman Kelly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Jim McMaster ................................................ Member Gerri Lynn O'Connor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Richard O'Brien ................................................. Chair Case Ootes .................................................. Member Donna Patterson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Paul Raina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Bev Salmon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Deborah Sword ............................................... Member Richard Whitehead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member REGRETS Lois Griffin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Eldred King .................................................. Member Frank McKechnie .............................................. Member Paul Palleschi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Enrico Pistritto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Maja Prentice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member RES. #A 144/97 - MINUTES Moved by: Randy Barber Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THAT the Minutes of Meeting #5/97, held on June 27, 1997 be approved. . . . .. CARRIED A118 Authority Meeting #6/97, July 25, 1997 BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES Councillor Case Ootes was shown as being absent from Executive Committee Meeting '5/97, held on July 11, 1997. The minutes will be amended to show him as being present. RES. #A 145/97 - GETTING TOGETHER - REPORT ON THE CREATION OF A GREATER TORONTO SERVICES BOARD The Special Advisor to the Minister on the Greater Toronto Services Board has finalized his report entitled Getting Together. The report makes one recommendation with respect to watershed management. Comments on the report and its recommendations are required by July 31, 1997. (Executive Committee Res. 'B87/97) Moved by: Victoria Carley Seconded by: lIa Bossons THAT The Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing be advised, that The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority supports the recommendation related to Conservation, Watershed and Inter-Watershed Management Issues, contained in the Getting Together report recently submitted by the Special Advisor to the Minister on the Greater Toronto Services Board; AND FURTHER THAT the Special Advisor to the Minister be commended for his recognition of the important part a healthy environment plays in ensuring a healthy economy and that the protection of the environment must be an important component of land use planning decisions. .................................................. CARRIED Authority Meeting #6/97, July 25, 1997 A119 RES. #A146/97 - PROJECT FOR THE ACQUISITION OF THE ALTONA FOREST ENVIRONMENTALLY SIGNIFICANT AREA Unfunded Expenditures and Commitments CFN 25652A and 25654B Proposal to fund the expenditures related to the Dinardo purchase and the Spiers donation by utilizing land sale revenues. (Executive Committee Res. 'B88/97) Moved by: Victoria Carley Seconded by: lIa Bossons THAT WHEREAS it is anticipated the Authority will complete the sale of Authority owned land to Islington Woods Developments Ltd., which will generate significant land sale revenues; AND WHEREAS expenditures and commitments for the Project For The Acquisition Of The Altona Forest Environmentally Significant Area, in the amount of $95,000 are unfunded; THAT land sale revenues be utilized to fund expenditures of $95,000, related to the Project For The Acquisition Of The Altona Forest Environmentally Significant Area, subject to the completion of the sale to Islington Woods Developments Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A147/97 - RENEWAL OF MEMBERSHIPS Article 2.1 of the By-laws of The Conservation of Greater Toronto requires that the renewal of memberships in the Conservation Foundation be approved by The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. (Executive Committee Res. 'B89/97) Moved by: Victoria Carley Seconded by: lIa Bossons THAT the following Conservation Foundation memberships be renewed for the three year terms as indicated: R. W. Babensee March 19, 1997 to March 20, 2000 W. R. Herridge March 30, 1997 to March 31, 2000 K. Van Kempen May 21, 1997 to May 22, 2000 . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A120 Authority Meeting #6/97, July 25, 1997 RES. #A148/97 - PROJECT FOR THE ACQUISITION OF THE ALTONA FOREST ENVIRONMENTALL Y SIGNIFICANT AREA Paul and Barbara Rivett Property CFN 25653. Proposal to complete the purchase of the Paul and Barbara Rivett property authorized at Authority Meeting '3/96, held on April 24, 1996, by utilizing land sale revenues. (Executive Committee Res. 'B90/97) Moved by: Victoria Carley Seconded by: lIa Bossons THAT WHEREAS the Authority is in the process of disposing of lands in the Rodd Avenue area in the Town of Pickering; AND WHEREAS the Authority is attempting to complete the acquisition of the Paul and Barbara Rivett property in the Town of Pickering; THAT staff be directed to complete the purchase of the Paul and Barbara Rivett property utilizing land sale revenues; AND FURTHER THAT all other conditions as approved at Meeting #3/96 under Resolution #50/96 remain in effect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A149/97 - LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT 1995- 1999 IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO Supply of Quarry Stone to Colonel Samuel Smith Park, City of Etobicoke. The Tender opening Sub-Committee opened Tenders on June 27, 1997 for the supply and delivery of quarry stone to the Colonel Samuel Smith Park, Etobicoke and recommended that all Tenders be referred to staff for review and report. (Executive Committee Res. 'B91/97) Moved by: Victoria Carley Seconded by: lIa Bossons THAT Tender ES97-16 for the supply and delivery of Rip Rap stone be awarded to Nelson Aggregates at a total cost of $65,550 (excluding G.S.T.), and also that Tender ES97-17 for the supply and delivery of Armour stone also be awarded to Nelson Aggregates at a total cost of $165,680 (excluding G.S.T.). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #6/97, July 25, 1997 A121 RES. #A150/97- LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT 1995-1999 IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO Supply of Quarry Stone to Humber Bay West Park, City of Etobicoke The Tender opening Sub-Committee opened Tenders on June 27, 1997 for the supply and delivery of quarry stone to the Humber Bay West Park, Etobicoke and recommended that all Tenders be referred to staff for review and report. (Executive Committee Res. #B92/97) Moved by: Victoria Carley Seconded by: lIa Bossons THAT Tender ES97-18 for the supply and delivery of Rip Rap stone be awarded to J. C. Rock Ltd. at a total cost of $67,050 (excluding G.S.T.), and also that Tender ES97-19 for the supply and delivery of Armour stone also be awarded to J. C. Rock at a total cost of $111,195 (excluding G.S.T.) ..................................... CARRIED RES. #A 151/97 - REVISED PROJECT FOR THE ETOBICOKE MOTEL STRIP WATERFRONT PARK Seahorse Motor Hotel Limited and Coney Island Motel Limited. Revision to the minutes of Authority meeting #4/96 held on May 31 , 1996. (Executive Committee Res. #B93/97) Moved by: Victoria Carley Seconded by: lIa Bossons THA T the minutes of Authority meeting #4/96 held on May 31, 1996 be amended by adding the following resolution: RES. #A98A/96 THA T the riparian rights be acquired from Seahorse Motor Hotel Limited and Coney Island Motel Limited properties, being part of lots 25, 26 and 27, and part of Lakeshore Road, Registered Plan 1176 and part of Water Lot patented to A. M. Patterson, (CLS 56868), City of Etobicoke, The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, illustrated as Parcel A, on the attached sketch, containing 0.6726 hectares, (1.662 acres), more or less, on the basis as set out below: (1 ) The Authority is to convey and release all right, title and interest in Parcel C on the appended sketch, containing 0.17 hectares, (O.43 acres), more or less, except for riparian rights, for the nominal consideration of $2.00; (2) The Authority agrees not to dispute Seahorse Motor Hotel Limited and Coney Island Motel Limited's title to Parcel B, on the appended sketch, containing 0.1387 hectares, (O.343 acres), more or less, and the Authority shall transfer, sell and quit claim all and any right, title and interest it may have in Parcel B, except riparian rights, for the nominal consideration of $2.00; continued.. . A122 Authority Meeting #6/97, July 25, 1997 (3) Seahorse Motor Hotel Limited and Coney Island Motel Limited shall transfer, sell and quit claim, any and all of its right, title and interest, including riparian rights, to all crown land in front of parcels A, Band C, on the appended sketch, for the nominal consideration of $2.00; (4) The Seahorse Motor Hotel Limited and Coney Island Motel Limited be granted a 'licence for access to their loading dock area over Parcel E on the appended sketch, until such time as the land is required for road purposes by the City of Etobicoke; (5) The Authority is to pay the vendors' costs in connection with the completion of this transaction; (6) Completion of this transaction is subject to obtaining the approval of the Province of Ontario; THAT The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and the City of Etobicoke be so advised; THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete this transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; THAT Resolution #A 130/94, adopted at Authority meeting #5/94, held on June 24, 1994, be rescinded; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required, and obtain any additional approvals required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #6/97, July 25, 1997 A123 RES. #A152/97 - CHANGE OF NAME FOR THE AUTHORITY As a result of the amalgamation of the Cities and Borough and Metropolitan Toronto into the new City of Toronto, The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto will no longer exist and therefore the Authority's name, The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, will technically be obsolete. It is suggested that the Authority adopt a new name which will reflect the changes brought about by Bill 103, the City of Toronto Act, 1997.(Executive Committee Res. 'B99/97) Moved by: Victoria Carley Seconded by: lIa Bossons THAT the name of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority be changed to The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority; THAT staff be directed to request the Province of Ontario to include within the City of Toronto Act (2), the necessary changes to the Conservation Authorities Act which will implement the name change; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to seek legal council if required, to assist in drafting the necessary changes for the information of the Province of Ontario. . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A 153/97 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Deborah Sword Seconded by: Paul Raina THAT Section II, of Executive Committee Minutes #5/97, held July 11, 1997, be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Section II Items include: Revised Project for the Etobicoke Motel Strip Waterfront Park (Executive Committee Res. #B94/97) Applications for Permits Pursuant to Ontario Regulation 158 (Executive Committee Res. 'B91/97) Lake Ontario Waterfront Regeneration Project 1995-1999 (Executive Committee Res. #B97/97) The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto Valley and Shoreline Regeneration Project 1997-2001 (Executive Committee Res. #B98/97) A124 Authority Meeting #6/97, July 25, 1997 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE RES. #A 154/97 Moved by: Patrick Abtan Seconded by: Michael Di Biase THAT the Board move into closed session to discuss Wild Water Kingdom, proposed amendments to the lease agreement and World Pitch and Putt Corporation. . . .. CARRIED ARISE FROM COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE RES. #A 155/97 Moved by: Lorna Bissell Seconded by: Donna Patterson THA T the Board rise and report from closed session; AND FURTHER THAT the accompanying staff reports for Wild Water Kindgom and World Pitch and Putt Corporation remain confidential at this time; but that the recommendations be made public. .............................................. CARRIED RES. #A 156/97 - WILD WATER KINGDOM Proposed amendments to the lease with Wild Water Kingdom (F&BD Res. #F27/97, 'F28/97, Executive Committee 'B21/97, #B22/97) Moved by: Lorna Bissell Seconded by: Patrick Abtan THA T the report dated July 2, 1997, advising on the status of negotiations with Wild Water Kingdom to amend the lease, be received; THAT a report recommending an acceptable basis for an updated lease arrangement be provided at the earliest possible date; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to proceed with negotiations with Wild Water Kingdom and report to the Full Authority on July 25, 1997. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #6/97, July 25, 1997 A125 The following recommendation was circulated directly to the Full Authority on July 25. 1997. RES. #A 157/97 - WILD WATER KINGDOM Status of Lease Negotiations Report and recommendation on results of negotiations with representatives of Wild Water Kingdom. Moved by: Lorna Bissell Seconded by: Patrick Abtan THAT staff be directed to remind Wild Water Kingdom that the Rent Reduction Period as set out in the Agreement of June 1, 1994, has expired and the rents are now as set out in the lease dated October 31,1985; THAT subject to Wild Water Kingdom agreeing to terminate the licence over the lands required for the Pitch & Putt facility, on or prior to 4:00 pm on July 31, 1997, staff be authorized to continue to negotiate amendments to the lease, in accordance with the direction of the Authority; AND FURTHER THAT the Royal Bank of Canada and the Canadian Western Bank be advised of the Authority's action. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A 158/97 - WORLD PITCH & PUTT CORPORATION Status of Lease of Authority lands, Corner of Finch and Steeles Ave., City of Brampton. Long term lease of Authority lands for the purpose of constructing and operating a Pitch & Putt golf course and driving range. (F&BD Res. #F29/97, Executive Committee Res. 'B83/97) Moved by: Randy Barber Seconded by: Jim McMaster THAT the staff report dated July 2, 1997, on status of negotiations with World Pitch and Putt be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A126 Authority Meeting #6/97, July 25, 1997 RES. #A 159/97 - WORLD PITCH & PUTT CORPORATION (F&BD Res. 'F30/97, 'F31/97, Executive Committee Res. 'B83/97, 'B84/97) Moved by: Randy Barber Seconded by: Jim McMaster THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of 8 proposal from World Pitch & Putt Corporation Inc., to lease Authority owned lands for the construction of an 18 hole pitch and putt golf course and driving range in the Claireville Conservation Area of the City of Brampton, Regional Municipality of Peel; AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to enter into a lease with World Pitch & Putt Corporation Inc. in this instance; THAT a parcel of Authority-owned land, containing 24.5 acres, (9.9 hectares) more or less, be leased to World Pitch & Putt Corporation Inc., said land being Part of Lot 15, Concession 9, East of Hurontario Street, City of Brampton, in the Regional Municipality of Peel; THAT the Authority request the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources to enter into the lease of the subject lands on the following terms and conditions: (a) The term of the lease is to be 20 years, with the Authority having the right after the year 2001 and upon the giving of 1 years notice to cancel the lease on a 3 acre parcel at the south east corner of Steeles Avenue and finch Avenue with no reduction in rent; (b) the annual rent is to be comprised of: (i) Base rent of $40,000.00 for the first lease year, which is to be increased or decreased by the Consumer price Index for Metropolitan Toronto; (ii) Percentage rent of 6% of gross revenues; (iii) Realty taxes and utilities; (c) Any additional conditions as deemed appropriate by the Authority's solicitor; THA T the lease be subject to the Wild Water Kingdom Limited lease being suitably amended to allow for the World Pitch & Putt Corporation Inc. use of these lands; THAT the lease be subject to the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources, in accordance to Section 21 (2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27 as amended; THA T the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of any necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. continued... Authority Meeting #6/97, July 25, 1997 . A127 AND FURTHER THAT Authority staff advise the Claireville Technical Advisory Committee, prior to Authority Meeting #6/97, to be held on July 25, 1997 of any changes to the use of the Claireville Conservation Area lands, as set out in the Claireville Conservation Area Management Plan. ............................................ CARRIED NEW BUSINESS MOTION OF APPRECIATION RES. #A160/97 Moved by: Richard O'Brien Seconded by: Jim McMaster THAT WHEREAS the Ontario Maple Syrup Association recently held a conference at Bruce's Mill Conservation Area; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT on behalf of the Ontario Maple Syrup Association, the Chair and Members of the Authority send their appreciation to and commend the staff at Bruce's Mill Conservation Area for their exceptional display of customer service shown to the Ontario Maple Syrup Association. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED TERMINATION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11 :30 a.m. on July 25, 1997. Lois Hancey J. Craig Mather Vice-Chair Secretary-Treasurer pI. ~ ", the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority MINUTES OF AUTHORITY MEETING #7/97 Page A128 August 22, 1997 Meeting '7/97 of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority was held on Friday, August 22, 1997, at the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village. The Chair, Richard O'Brien, called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m. PRESENT Randy Barber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Margaret Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Lorna Bissell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member lIa Bossons .................................................. Member Victoria Carley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Raymond Cho . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Michael Di Biase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Shirley Eidt .................................................. Member Lois Griffin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Lois Hancey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice-Chair Norman Kelly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Eldred King .................................................. Member Joan King ................................................... Member Jim McMaster ................................................ Member Richard O'Brien ................................................. Chair Gerri Lynn O'Connor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Case Ootes .................................................. Member Donna Patterson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Paul Raina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Bev Salmon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Richard Whitehead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member REGRETS Patrick Abtan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Maria Augimeri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Frank McKechnie .............................................. Member Paul Palleschi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Enrico Pistritto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Maja Prentice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Deborah Sword ............................................... Member RES. #A161/97 - MINUTES Moved by: Paul Raina Seconded by: Randy Barber THAT the Minutes of Meeting #6/97, held on July 25, 1997 be approved. . . . .. CARRIED A129 Authority Meeting #7/97, August 22, 1997 BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES The minutes will be amended to show Paul Raina and Gerri Lynn O'Connor as being present at Authority Meeting '6/97, held on July 25, 1997. DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST Councillor Case Ootes declared a conflict of interest with respect to permit 7.1.8 K. Higashi, from Executive Committee Minutes '6/97. Mr. Ootes owns property that abuts 14 Leander Court; he did not participate in discussion nor vote on this matter. PRESENTATION On behalf of all staff and members, Mr. Jim Dillane, Director of Finance and Business Development, Mr. Craig Mather, Chief Administrative Officer and Mr. Richard O'Brien, Chair of the Authority presented Mrs. Ingeborg Secord with a framed picture of the Secord property, by motion at this meeting now named the Secord Forest and Wildlife Area. Please see page A 134, Res. #A 168/97. Authority Meeting #7/97, August 22, 1997 A130 RES. #A 162/97 - REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM Receipt of a request from the Regional Municipality of Durham to provide a 3 metre widening to an existing permanent easement for the twinning of a section of the York-Durham Sewage System, through Petticoat Creek Conservation Area, Town of Pickering.CFN 28399 (Executive Committee Res. 'B103/97) Moved by: Randy Sarber Seconded by: Joan King THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from the Regional Municipality of Durham to provide a 3 metre widening to an existing permanent easement for the twinning of a sanitary sewer, in the vicinity of Petticoat Creek Conservation Area; AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to cooperate with the Regional Municipality of Durham in this instance; THAT a permanent easement containing 0.63 acres, more or less, be granted to the Regional Municipality of Durham for the proposed sanitary sewer, said land being Lots 28 and 29, Range 3, Lots 28, 29, and 30, Range 2, and Part of road allowance between Ranges 2 and 3, Town of Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham; THA T the Authority request approval of the Ministry of Natural Resources to grant the easement across the subject land on the following terms and conditions: (a) The consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00 plus all legal, survey and other costs incurred to complete the transaction; (b) Prior to commencing construction, a full archaeological review including any mitigation measures deemed necessary, is to be carried out all at the cost of the Regional Municipality of Durham, to the satisfaction of the Authority's archaeological staff; (c) All construction and restoration is to be carried out in accordance with plans to be approved by the Authority's technical staff and all permits required under Ontario Regulation 1 58 are to be issued prior to commencing construction; (d) The Regional Municipality of Durham and or its agent, is to fully indemnify and absolve the Authority, from any and all claims of any nature resulting in any way from the granting of the easement or the carrying out of construction; (e) Any additional concerns as are deemed appropriate by the Authority's solicitors; THAT said easement be subject to the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources in accordance with Section 21 (2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27 as amended; continued... A131 Authority Meeting #7/97, August 22, 1997 AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A163/97 - GREENSPACE PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 1996-2000 Flood Plain and Conservation Component - Highland Creek Watershed Deborah Dionisi CFN 28918. Purchase of property, located on the east side of Beechgrove Drive, north of Lawrence Avenue, City of Scarborough, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, under the "Greenspace Protection and Acquisition Project 1996-2000, Flood Plain and Conservation Component - Highland Creek Watershed." (Executive Committee Res. 'B 104/97) Moved by: Randy Barber Seconded by: Joan King THA T 0.009 acres, more or less, consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of vacant land, be purchased from Deborah Dionisi, said land being Part of Lot 517, Registered Plan 2546, City of Scarborough, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, consisting of land situate on the east side on Beechgrove Drive, north of Lawrence Avenue; THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00 plus vendor's reasonable legal costs; THA T the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #7/97, August 22, 1997 A132 RES. #A 164/97 - GREENSPACE PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 1996-2000 Flood Plain and Conservation Component - Humber River Watershed Harold Fidani, Artemio Nunzi and Angelo Bartolini. CFN 11 049 Purchase of property, located on the south side of Bloor Street, east of Royal York Road, City of Etobicoke, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, under the "Greenspace Protection and Acquisition Project 1996-2000, Flood Plain and Conservation Component - Humber River Watershed. " (Executive Committee Res. #B105/97) Moved by: Randy Barber Seconded by: Joan King THAT 0.194 acres, more or less, consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of vacant land, be purchased from Harold Fidani, Artemio Nunzi and Angelo Bartolini, said land being Part of Block Z, Registered Plan M-416, City of Etobicoke, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, consisting of land situate on the south side on Bloor Street, east of Royal York Road; THA T consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus an income tax receipt in the amount of $4,500.00 and the vendors' reasonable legal costs; THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THA T Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A165/97 - REQUEST FOR DISPOSAL OF AUTHORITY-OWNED LAND In the vicinity of No. 12 Ravinder Court, City of Brampton Etobicoke Creek Watershed. CFN 28521 The Authority is in receipt of a request, to consider disposing of fragments of Authority-owned tableland in the vicinity of No.12 Ravinder Court, City of Brampton, in the Etobicoke Creek Watershed. (Executive Committee Res. 'B 1 06/97) Moved by: Randy Barber Seconded by: Joan King THAT the Authority-owned holdings adjacent to residential properties in the vicinity of No. 12 Ravinder Court in the City of Brampton, Regional Municipality of Peel be retained for conservation purposes. ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED ". A133 Authority Meeting #7/97, August 22, 1997 RES. #A 166/97 - LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT 1995-1999 Ashbridge's Bay Coats worth Cut Dredging, City of Toronto Award of contract for navigation channel maintenance dredging at Coatsworth Cut, Ashbridge's Bay Park, City of Toronto (Executive Committee Res. 'B107/97) Moved by: Randy Barber Seconded by: Joan King THAT the tenders for Contract ES97 -40 be received and referred to staff for recommendation at Authority Meeting #7/97 to be held on August 22, 1997; AND FURTHER THAT the Toronto Harbour Commissioners be paid up to $68,800 in accordance with the Toronto Harbour Commissioners approved disposal fee schedule for the disposal of the dredged material in the containment cells at Tommy Thompson Park. ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED The following added recommendation and report were circulated at the meeting: RES. #A167/97 - LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT 1995-1999 Moved by: Randy Barber Seconded by: Joan King THAT tender ES97-40 for Navigation Channel Maintenance Dredging be awarded to The Toronto Harbour Commissioners at a total cost of $167,350. (Including G.S.T.) . CARRIED RA TIONALE Tenders were advertised for the maintenance dredging at Coatsworth Cut and were opened by the Tender Opening Sub-Committee on Friday, August 8, 1997. The quotations received are as follows: S. McNally and Sons Ltd. $211,860 The Toronto Harbour Commissioners $167,350 The quotation received from The Toronto Harbour Commissioners did not include the contingency amount of $5,000. Staff have added this amount to the total shown, for the comparison of bids only. Staff have reviewed the quotations and recommend that the lowest quotation received at a cost of $167,350 from The Toronto Harbour Commissioners be accepted. Due to time constraints, the Executive Committee at their meeting '6/97 held on August 8, 1997, recommended that "the tenders for Contract ES97-40 be received and referred to staff for recommendation at Authority Meeting '7/97 to be held on August 22, 1997. Authority Meeting #7/97, August 22, 1997 A134 FINANCIAL DETAILS Funds are budgeted in the "Lake Ontario Waterfront Regeneration Project 1995 - 1999 in the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto.'" Account No. 211-16. For information contact: Jim Berry (416) 392-9721 MOTION - SECORD PROPERTY RES. #A 168/97 Moved by: Gerri Lynn O'Connor Seconded by: Lois Hancey WHEREAS the property acquired from the Estate of Alan Cartwright Secord and Ingeborg Secord, being Part of Lots 9, 10 and 11, Concession 3, in the Township of Uxbridge, Regional Municipality of Durham, was completed on July 24, 1997; THAT in recognition of the Mrs. Secord's contribution, that this property be named the Secord Forest and Wildlife Area. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE RES. #A 169/97 Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Donna Patterson THAT the Committee move into closed session to discuss Wild Water Kindgom Limited, Amending the Lease Agreement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED ARISE FROM COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE RES. #A 170/97 Moved by: Case Ootes Seconded by: Michael Di Biase THAT the Committee rise and report from closed session. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A135 Authority Meeting #7/97, August 22, 1997 RES. #A171/97 - WILD WATER KINGDOM Amending Lease Agreements (Executive Committee Res. 'B117/97) Moved by: Lorna Bissell Seconded by: Jim McMaster THA T WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from Wild Water Kingdom Ltd., to amend the lease of Authority owned lands in the Claireville Conservation Area of the City of Brampton, Regional Municipality of Peel; AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of the Authority that is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its objectives, as set out in Sections 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to enter into an amending lease agreement with Wild Water Kingdom Ltd. in this instance; THAT a parcel of Authority-owned land, containing 82.64 acres (33.44 hectares) more or less, be leased to Wild Water Kingdom Ltd., said land being Part of Lots 14 and 15, Concessions 9, East of Hurontario Street, City of Brampton, in the Regional Municipality of Peel; THA T the Authority request the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources to enter into the amending lease of the subject lands on the following terms and conditions: (a) The lease will run until October 31, 2017 with the right to renew on the same terms for an additional 5 years. Two additional five year renewal periods are available only if mutually satisfactory terms are agreed on; (b) The annual rent is to be comprised of base rent and percentage rent: (i) Base rent of $96,980 (indexed to the CPI) for each year that the gross revenues are $5,600,000 or less; m) Percentage rent - The Authority receives 6% of the first $4,000,000 in gross revenues - Over $4,000,000 and up to and including $5,600,000 the Authority receives 6% of the first $4,000,000 in gross revenues - When gross revenues exceed $5,600,000 the Authority receives 6% of all gross revenues (but no base rent); (c) If the total of Basic Rent and Percentage rent is less than $340,000 the difference between the total and Percentage rent can be deferred up to $100,000. Any amount deferred will be paid to the Authority by the following June 30 with interest to be at prime plus 1 %; (d) During each five year lease period plans will be submitted detailing new facilities and attractions; (e) During each five year lease period Wild Water Kingdom Ltd. will invest at least $1,000,000 on new, improved or expanded facilities and attractions. For each year that gross revenues fall below $4,000,000 in the five year period the investment period will be increased by one year; continued.. . Authority Meeting #7/97, August 22, 1997 A136 (f) Public access to the site to be secured by protection of Authority rights-of-way and creation of an 8 metre licensed area along the reservoir shoreline; 19) Any additional conditions as deemed appropriate by the Authority's solicitor; (h) All other terms and conditions of the existing lease to remain in effect other than those altered under the amended agreement; THAT the amending lease be subject to the Approval of the Minister of Natural Resources, in accordance to Section 21 (2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27 as amended; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of any necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A172/97 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Bev Salmon THAT Section II, of Executive Committee Minutes #6/97, held August 8, 1997, with the exception of Permits for K. Higashi and Sisters of St. Joseph, be received. ..... CARRIED Section II Items include: Applications for Permits Pursuant to Ontario Regulation 158 (Executive Committee Res. #B 108/97, 'B 109/97 & B 110/97) Vehicle and Equipment Acquisitions (Executive Committee Res. #B 111 /97) Violation Notice '1626 (Ontario Regulation 158) Vita Community Living Services (Executive Committee Res. #B 112/97) Lake Ontario Waterfront Regeneration Project in The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto 1995-1999 (Executive Committee Res. #8113/97) A137 Authority Meeting #7/97, August 22, 1997 RES. #A173/97 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Permit - K. Higashi Moved by: Randy Barber Seconded by: Joan King THA T a permit for K. Higashi of Section II, of Executive Committee Minutes #6/97, held August 15, 1997, be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A174/97 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Permit - Sisters of St. Joseph Moved by: Joan King Seconded by: Raymond Cho THAT a permit for the Sisters of St. Jospeh of Section II, of Executive Committee Minutes #6/97, held August 15, 1997, be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A 175/97 - LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT 1995-1999 Ashbridge's Bay Coatsworth Cut Dredging, City of Toronto To carry out maintenance dredging within the Coatsworth Cut navigation channel at Ashbridge's Bay. (WMAB Res. 'D79/97, #D80/97) Moved by: Shirley Eidt Seconded by: Lorna Bissell THA T staff be directed to proceed with maintenance dredging, and to commence the development of a plan for permanent shoreline modifications at Coatsworth Cut, City of Toronto, under the -lake Ontario Waterfront Regeneration Project 1995-1999", at a total cost of $250,000; AND FURTHER THAT staff bring a report back to the.Watershed Management Advisory Board on the status of the shoreline modifications that would eliminate the need for annual dredging of the Coatsworth Cut. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #7/97, August 22, 1997 A138 RES. #A 176/97 - LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT 1997 The Regional Municipality Of Durham Approval of the Lake Ontario Waterfront Regeneration Project 1997 for the continuation of waterfront regeneration activities within the Regional Municipality of Durham. (WMAB 'D81/97) Moved by: Shirley Eidt Seconded by: Lorna Bissell THAT the Lake Ontario Waterfront Regeneration Project 1997 in the Regional Municipality of Durham be approved; THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized to take whatever action is required in connection with the project, including the execution of any documents; AND FURTHER THAT the Regional Municipality of Durham and the Towns of Ajax and Pickering be so advised. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A177/97 - WATERFRONT 2001 - TASK FORCE ON THE PICKERING WATERFRONT To provide an information report regarding the Waterfront 2001 - Task Force on The Pickering Waterfront. (WMAB 'D82/97) Moved by: Shirley Eidt Seconded by: Lorna Bissell THAT the staff report on Waterfront 2001 - Task Force on the Pickering Waterfront be received; THAT the Authority indicate its support for Pickering's Waterfront 2001 - Task Force, and confirm Larry Field, Waterfront Specialist as the Authority representative on the Task Force; AND FURTHER THAT Mayor Wayne Arthurs and Task Force Chair David Steele be so advised. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A139 Authority Meeting #7/97, August 22, 1997 RES. #A 178/97 - THE DON WATERSHED FISH COMMUNITY AND HABITAT MANAGEMENT PLAN Endorsement and implementation of the Don Watershed Fish Community and Habitat Management Plan (WMAB Res. 'D83/97) Moved by: Shirley Eidt Seconded by: Lorna Bissell THA T the Don Watershed Fish Community and Habitat Management Plan, dated August, 1997, be received; THAT staff work with the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, Ministry of Natural Resources, municipalities, interest groups, UDI and other partners to implement the plan, subject to available funding; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to report in the future on any aspects of implementation of the plan which would require amendments to Authority policies and practices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A 179/97 - CITY OF TORONTO STORM WATER GROUP WORK PLAN Authority staff involvement in the implementation of the City of Toronto Storm Water Group's WORK PLAN, as adopted by Toronto City Council. (WMAB Res. 'D83/97) Moved by: Joan King Seconded by: Eldred King THA T staff be directed to continue participation as a member of the City of Toronto Storm Water Group, by providing technical input and assistance as necessary during the implementation of the Group's WORK PLAN; AND FURTHER THAT staff advise appropriate watershed councils and alliances of the City of Toronto's initiative. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #7/97, August 22, 1997 A140 RES. #A 180/97 - DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL Minutes of Meeting '3/97 The minutes of Meeting '3/97 held June 19, 1997 of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council is provided for information. (WMAB Res. 'D83/97) Moved by: Shirley Eidt Seconded by: Lorna Bissell THAT the minutes of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, Meeting #3/97 held June 19, 1997, be received. ......................................... CARRIED NEW BUSINESS RES. #A181/97 - SEWAGE DISCHARGE INTO THE EAST DON RIVER REGION OF YORK Moved by: Joan King Seconded by: lIa Bossons THA T the staff report of the sewage discharge into the East Don River be received for information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED BACKGROUND On Friday, August 15, 1997 at 5: 15 p.m., an electrical storm caused a power outage at the Region of York's Leslie Street Pumping Station. This station is part of the York-Durham Sewer System and is located beside the German Mills Creek near Leslie Street and Steeles Avenue. The station collects sanitary sewage from Vaughan, Thornhill and west Richmond Hill. A subsequent failure of the backup diesel generator resulted in a surcharge of sewage in the trunk sewer along Steeles Avenue and release of untreated sanitary sewage into the East Don River near Bayview and Steeles Avenue. Station power was restored at about 11 :30 p.m. and normal pumping operations resumed at that time. In an effort to reduce the volume of overflow, York Region staff obtained approval from Metro Works to divert about 25% of the sanitary flow into Metro's Humber Trunk Sewer. However, York Region estimates that approximately 5,000,000 gallons of sewage spilled into the East Don River as a result of this power failure. The following actions were taken: 1. All Medical Officers of Health in the area municipalities along the Don River were advised of the incident. 2. Staff from York Region and Metro Works walked the East Don about 5 kilometres downstream to Sheppard Avenue, inspecting for aquatic habitat damage, fish kills and debris. The only problems were observed immediately downstream of the discharge point, where debris was found and removed. A141 Authority Meeting #7/97, August 22, 1997 3. Metro Works took water samples from points along the East Don on Monday, August 18, 1997, by which time the sewage would have flowed through the river system (Authority staff estimated less than a 40 hour travel time from the discharge point to the mouth of the Don). Sample results indicated that E.cot; bacteria levels were within the normal range of the East Don River. 4. York Region has requested, from the City of Toronto Health Unit, historic beach water quality data for Ward's Island for rainfall events of a similar size and intensity as the Friday, August 15, 1997 storm. These historic data will be compared with the current data to determine if the sewage overflow caused any additional impact. 5. York Region is preparing a full report of the incident for submission to the Ministry of Environment and Energy. The impacts of this incident are expected to have been primarily of a short term nature. The release is somewhat comparable to impacts associated with combined sewer overflows that occur in parts of the lower Don. The impacts involve significantly elevated bacteria and nutrient levels until after the flow subsides. There may have been localized impacts on the aquatic community, although the East Don currently supports a fairly tolerant community. Human health would have been at risk only if there was body contact. Bacteria levels in the Don commonly exceed guidelines for body contact during wet weather conditions, due to combined sewer overflows and storm water runoff. York Region staff regard this incident as a very unusual event, that has not occurred in the 15 year life of the Leslie Street Station. On two occasions in July, 1997, power outages caused the standby power to function normally. Staff are inspecting the station's electrical systems to ensure that any problems are corrected. For information contact: Sonya Meek, ext. 253. TERMINA TION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11: 15 a.m. on August 22, 1997. Richard O'Brien J. Craig Mather Chair Secretary- Treasurer pI. ~ , the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority MINUTES OF AUTHORITY MEETING #8/97 Page A 142 September 26, 1997 Meeting '8/97 of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority was held on Friday, September 26, 1997, at the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village. The Chair, Richard O'Brien, called the meeting to order at 10:05 a.m. PRESENT Patrick Abtan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Maria Augimeri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Randy Barber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Lorna Bissell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member lIa Bossons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Victoria Carley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Raymond Cho . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Michael Di Biase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Shirley Eidt .................................................. Member Lois Hancey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice-Chair Jim McMaster ................................................ Member Richard O'Brien . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chair Case Ootes .................................................. Member Donna Patterson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Paul Raina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Bev Salmon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Deborah Sword . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Richard Whitehead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member REGRETS Margaret Black. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Lois Griffin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Norman Kelly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Eldred King .................................................. Member Joan King ................................................... Member Gerri Lynn O'Connor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Paul Palleschi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Enrico Pistritto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Maja Prentice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member RES. #A 182/97 - MINUTES Moved by: Patrick Abtan Seconded by: Maria Augimeri THAT the Minutes of Meeting #7/97, held on August 22, 1997 be approved. ... CARRIED A143 Authority Meeting #8/97, September 26, 1997 MOTION OF CONDOLENCES RES. #A 183/97 Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Patrick Abtan THAT WHEREAS Mr. Frank McKechnie, a member of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, passed away on August 25, 1997; AND WHEREAS Mr. McKechnie is recognized for his thirty-six years of service to this Authority; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT a moment of silence be observed in the memory of Mr. McKechnie; THAT a tree be planted in Mr. McKechnie's memory; AND FURTHER THAT the Chair of the Authority, on behalf of all Members and staff of the Authority extend their deepest sympathies to Mrs. Annette McKechnie and the McKechnie family. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A 184/97- THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF AJAX Receipt of a request from The Corporation of the Town of Ajax for the construction and maintenance of a pedestrian trail, on Authority- owned land, located south of Bayly Street, west of Shoal Point Road, Town of Ajax. CFN 24463 (Executive Committee Res. 'B120/97) Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Deborah Sword THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from The Corporation of the Town of Ajax for construction and maintenance of a pedestrian trail on Authority-owned land located south of Bayly Street, west of Shoal Point Road, Town of Ajax; THAT 0.15 acres of land be added to an existing management agreement between The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and The Corporation of the Town of Ajax for the construction and maintenance of a pedestrian trail on Authority-owned lands, being Part of Lot 5, Range 3,. Broken Front Concession, Town of Ajax, Regional Municipality of Durham; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials are authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the execution of any documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #8/97, September 26,-1997 A144 RES. #A185/97- GREENSPACE PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT 1996-2000 Flood Plain and Conservation Component I Don River Watershed 893458 Ontario Limited. CFN 28966 Purchase of property located south of Kirby Road, west of Dufferin Street, City of Vaughan, under the "Greenspace Protection and Acquisition Project 1996-2000" Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Don River Watershed. (Executive Committee Res. #B121/97) Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Deborah Sword THA T 59.899 acres, more or less, be purchased from 893458 Ontario Limited, said land consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of land being Part of Lots 29 and 30, Concession 3, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York and designated as Block 267 on a Draft Plan of Subdivision prepared by Schaeffer & Reinthaler Limited under their Job No. 96299 and 97046; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements and the reservation of future easements required to service the development; THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A145 Authority Meeting #8/97, September 26, 1997 RES. #A 186/97- GREENSPACE PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT 1996-2000 Flood Plain and Conservation Componentl Don River Watershed Fieldgate Development and Construction Ltd. CFN 28959 Purchase of property located north of Rutherford Road east of Keele Street, City of Vaughan, under the "Greenspace Protection and Acquisition Project 1996-2000" Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Don River Watershed.{Executive Committee Res. #8122/97) Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Deborah Sword THA T 1.036 acres, more or less, be purchased from Fieldgate Development and Construction Ltd., said land consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of land being Part of Lot 15, Concession 3, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York and designated as Block 27 on a Draft Plan of Subdivision prepared by Vladimir Krcmar Ltd. under their Job No. 86114; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THA T the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #8/97, September 26, 1997 A146 RES. #A187/97 - THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF VAUGHAN Receipt of a request from Islington Woods Development Ltd. to provide a permanent easement for a storm water management facility, storm sewer and access road located on the south side of Rutherford Road, east of Islington Avenue, City of Vaughan as set out in the terms and conditions of the Agreement of Purchase and Sale between Islington Woods Development Ltd. and the Authority.CFN 28997 (Executive Committee Res. 'B 123/97) Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Deborah Sword THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from Islington Woods Developments Ltd. to provide a permanent easement in favour of The Corporation of the City of Vaughan for construction of a storm water management facility, storm sewer and access road located on the south side of Rutherford Road, east of Islington Avenue, City of Vaughan, as set out in the terms and conditions of the Agreement of Purchase and Sale between Islington Woods Development Ltd. and the Authority; AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to cooperate with The Corporation of the City of Vaughan and Islington Woods Developments Ltd. in this instance; THAT a permanent easement containing 1.604 hectares, more or less, (3.964 acres) be granted to The Corporation of the City of Vaughan for a storm water management facility, storm sewer and access road, said land being Part of the west half of Lot 15, Concession 7, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York; THA T the Authority request the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources to grant an easement across the subject land on the following terms and conditions: (a) The easement price is to be the nominal consideration of $2.00; (b) Prior to commencing construction, a full archaeological review is to be prepared to the satisfaction of the Authority's archaeological staff with provision being made for Islington Woods Developments Ltd. to fund such a study and carry out any resulting work required; (c) All disturbed areas are to be restored to the satisfaction of the Authority as soon as possible after completion of construction; (d) Sediment control measures in a manner satisfactory to the Authority are to be practised during construction; (e) The Corporation of the City of Vaughan is to be responsible for any repairs or maintenance required in the future; continued.. . A147 . Authority Meeting #8/97, September 26, 1997 (f) Islington Woods Developments Ltd. for is to be responsible indemnifying the Authority from any and all claims arising from the construction; (g) Islington Woods Developments Ltd. is to be responsible at their cost to provide environmental enhancement of Authority lands in the vicinity of the storm water management facility; (h) Any additional considerations as deemed appropriate by the Authority solicitor; THA T said easement is subject to the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources in accordance with Section 21 (2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27 as amended; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials are authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A188/97- THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF AJAX Receipt of a request from The Corporation of the Town of Ajax to provide a permanent easement for a storm sewer outlet, located south of Bayly Street, west of Shoal Point Road, Town of Ajax, Regional Municipality of Durham. CFN 28995 (Executive Committee Res. #B 1 24/97) Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Deborah Sword THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from The Corporation of the Town of Ajax to provide a permanent easement for a storm sewer outlet, located south of Bayly Street, west of Shoal Point Road, Town of Ajax, Regional Municipality of Durham; AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to cooperate with The Corporation of the Town of Ajax in this instance; THAT a permanent easement containing 0.03 hectares, more or less, (0.06 acres) be granted to The Corporation of the Town of Ajax for a storm sewer outlet, said land being Part of Lot 5, Range 3, Broken Front Concession, Town of Ajax, Regional Municipality of Durham; THAT consideration is to be $2.00 plus all legal, survey and other costs; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #8/97, September 26, 1997 A148 RES. #A 189/97 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Randy Barber Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THAT Section II, of Executive Committee Minutes #7/97, held September 5, 1997, be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED SECTION II ITEMS: Applications for permits further to Ontario Regulation 158 (Executive Committee Res. #B 125/97, #B 126/97) DON VALLEY BRICK WORKS REGENERATION PROJECT (Executive Committee Res. #B 127 /97) ACQUISITION OF DIGITAL PRINTER (Executive Committee Res. #B 128/97) THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF VAUGHAN AND ISLlNGTON WOODS DEVELOPMENT L TD (Executive Committee RES. #B129/97) - This item arose as New Business at the Executive meeting andoriginally required Full Authority approval. It is now tabled as an information item and no longer requires Authority action. MOTION - REPORT TO THE WATERSHED MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD (Executive Committee Resolution #B 130/97) RES. #A190/97- 1997 FINANCIAL PROGRESS REPORT NO.1 Report on financial progress during the first half of 1997 and projections to year end.{F&BD Res. #F33/97) Moved by: Case Oates Seconded by: Patrick Abtan THAT the 1997 Financial Progress Report No 1. be received; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to report to the Authority as necessary on action taken to complete the 1997 Business Plan. ........................... CARRIED A149 Authority Meeting #8/97, September 26, 1997 RES. #A191/97 - RECORDS RETENTION SCHEDULE AND POLICY Annual Update. Report recommending updates to the Authority's Records Retention Schedule and Policy.{F&BD Res. 'F34/97) Moved by: Case Cotes Seconded by: Patrick Abtan THAT the updated Records Retention Schedule and Policy, dated August 27, 1997, be approved. .................................................. CARRIED RES. #A192/97 - SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Shirley Eidt Seconded by: Ila Bossons THAT Section IV, of Finance and Business Development Advisory Board Minutes #5/97, held September 5, 1997, be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED SECTION IV ITEMS: CLAIREVILLE CONSERVATION AREA MANAGEMENT PLAN (F&BD Res. #F35/97) ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE STATUS REPORT (F&BD Res. 'F36/97) 1998 BUSINESS PLAN (F&BD RES. 'F37/97) The following correspondence was received at Meeting '7/97 of the Watershed Management Advisory Board, held on September 19, 1997 by Reso/utions 'D87/97 and 'D88/97. CORRESPONDENCE (a) A letter, dated September 15, 1997 from Mr. Trevor D'Souza regarding ongoing negotiations between the Authority and Mr. D'Souza and the erosion of his property. (b) A letter, dated September 4, 1997 from Drew Westwater, City Clerk for the City of Scarborough, urging the Authority to undertake remedial construction on sections of the Highland Creek behind some properties at Seven Oaks Community in Scarborough. Authority Meeting #8/97, September 26, 1997 A150 RES. #A 193/97 - CORRESPONDENCE Moved by: Maria Augimeri Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THAT the above-noted correpondence (a) from Mr. Trevor D'Souza be received; THAT staff be directed to prepare a report on the MformulaM used in deciding the contribution of homeowners, when the Authority carries out slope stabilization or remedial work encroaching on the homeowners property, most specifically in the cases of Mr. Trevor D'Souza and Burgundy Court/Weston Road Project in the City of North York; AND FURTHER THAT after considerable discussion by the Members of the Board, that staff be directed to continue negotiations with Mr. Trevor D'Souza to work towards an agreement to carry out slope stabilization on his property. AMENDMENT #1 RES. #A 194/97 Moved by: Maria Augimeri Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THA T a sub-committee be formed to study the issue of erosion control, both past practices and future Authority policy, including fill regulations, building permits, and waivers; AND FURTHER THAT this sub-committee report to the Watershed Management Advisory Board. AMENDMENT #1 WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED AMENDMENT #2 RES. #A195/97 Moved by: Case Dotes Seconded by: Randy Barber THA T paragraph three of the main motion be deleted and replaced with the following: THAT staff be directed to prepare a final offer by February, 1998, including a waiver of liability, to Mr. Trevor D'Souza in accordance with the adopted cost sharing policy under the Authority's erosion control and slope stabilization program for the slope stabilization work at his property located at 42 Royal Rouge Trail, in the City of Scarborough; AMENDMENT #2 WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED A151 Authority Meeting #8/97, September 26, 1997 RES. #A 196/97 - CORRESPONDENCE Moved by: Richard Whitehead Seconded by: Deborah Sword THAT the above-noted correpondence (b) from the Clerk of the City of Scarborough, be received; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to prepare a report to the Watershed Management Advisory Board on the erosion of Highland Creek behind some properties in the Seven Oaks Community. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A 197/97 - METRO TORONTO REMEDIAL ACTION PLAN IMPLEMENTATION Spadina Quay Wetland Creation Project. The Spadina Quay W~tland Creation project be approved by the Authority and $50,000 be allocated to this project under the Metro Toronto Remedial Action Plan Implementation. (WMAB 'D89/97) Moved by: Richard Whitehead Seconded by: Deborah Sword THAT the Spadina Quay Wetland Creation Project be approved; THAT Metro RAP funds of $50.000 be allocated in support of this project; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to assist the City of Toronto in the implementation of this project. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #8/97, September 26, 1997 A152 RES. #A 198/97- LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT 1995-1999 Endorsement of the Lakeshore Psychiatric Hospital/Humber College Area Master Design and Implementation Plan, April 1997, prepared by the City of Etobicoke. (WMAB Res. 'D90/97) Moved by: Victoria Carley Seconded by: Lorna Bissell THAT the staff report on the lakeshore Psychiatric Hospital/Humber College Area Master Design and Implementation Plan, April 1997, prepared by the City of Etobicoke be received; THA T the Authority endorse the Master Design Plan as outlined in the Lakeshore Psychiatric Hospital/Humber College Area Master Design and Implementation Plan report as it supports the initiatives and strategy directions of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's approved lake Ontario Waterfront Regeneration Project 1995-1999 and is consistent with the approved Colonel Samuel Smith Waterfront Park Master Plan; THAT the implementation strategy be modified to streamline the proposed Design and Management Committee and the City of Etobicoke appointed Public Advisory Group with the establishment of a single "Working Committee- made up of agency staff and key community members to ensure appropriate site design implementation; AND FURTHER THAT the City of Etobicoke and The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto be so advised. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A199/97- TOMMY THOMPSON PARK Habitat Creation/Restoration Projects - Phase II 1997-1gga Approval of Phase II of the habitat creation/restoration projects to be implemented at Tommy Thompson Park in 1997-1gga. (WMAB Res. #D91/97) Moved by: Richard Whitehead Seconded by: Deborah Sword THAT the 1997-1998 Habitat Creation/Restoration Projects at Tommy Thompson Park be approved; THAT funding under the Metro Toronto Remedial Action Plan Implementation Project in the order of $135,000 be allocated in support of Phase II of these habitat projects; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to proceed with implementation activities related to Phase II of these projects. ....................................... CARRIED - - ~ -.- A153 . Authority Meeting #8/97, September 26, 1997 RES. #A200/97 - THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO VALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION PROJECT Burgundy Court/Weston Road Erosion Control Project Humber River Watershed, City of North York Construction of the Erosion Control works at the rear of Burgundy Court and Weston Road Humber River Watershed, City of North York. (WMAB Res. #D92/97) Moved by: Lorna Bissell Seconded by: Patrick Abtan THA T staff be directed to proceed with the construction of the erosion control works at the rears of Burgundy Court and Weston Road, City of North York under the · Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto Valley and Shoreline Regeneration Project 1997 - 2001" at a total budget of $ 325,000 subject to receipt of all necessary approvals; THAT the owners of 8-10 Burgundy Court contribute $2,000 towards the cost of the works; AND FURTHER THAT the owners provide permanent easements over that portion of their property where the works are carried out. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A201/97 - SUGARBUSH DEVELOPMENTS LIMITED PROPOSED PARKWAY BEL T WEST AMENDMENT APPLICATION Don River Watershed, City of Vaughan Application for the deletion of lands from the Parkway Belt West Plan (PBWP) consisting of two parcels totalling approximately 7.41 hectares of the Sugarbush Developments Limited property (formerly Baker Farms) at the north west corner of Highway 7 and Bathurst Street, in the City of Vaughan. (WMAB Res. 'D93/97, #D94/97) Moved by: Michael Di Biase Seconded by: Lorna Bissell THA T the staff report concerning the Parkway Belt Exemption Application for the Sugarbush property be received; THAT the Authority confirm its position that the Baker's Woods Environmentally Significant Area #128 should be protected; and THAT the Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing, the City of Vaughan, the Region of York and the Don Watershed Regeneration Council be advised that consideration of this application is premature pending the disposition of the balance of the Sugarbush property, including the Baker's Woods ESA # 128; AND FURTHER THAT Authority staff be directed to meet with the owner and the appropriate municipal and provincial staff towards the satisfactory resolution of this matter. Authority Meeting #8/97, September 26, 1997 A154 AMENDMENT #1 RES. #A202/97 Moved by: Michael Di Biase Seconded by: Lorna Bissell THAT 'the following paragraph be added: THAT the Province of Ontario enter into appropriate arrangements for the acquisition of the Sugarbush (28.24 hectares) as currently set out in the implementing actions of the Psrkwsy Belt West Plsn; THAT the following be inserted after MESA #128" in paragraph three of the main motion: AND FURTHER THAT the precise limits of any lands to be deleted from the Parkway Belt West Plan be determined through the Master Environmental Servicing Plan process for Block 10 and through on-site confirmation acceptable to The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. AMENDMENT #1 WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED AMENDMENT #2 RES. #A203/97 Moved by: Michael Di Biase Seconded by: Lorna Bissell THAT paragraph two of the main motion be deleted and replaced with the following: THAT the Authority confirm its position that the entire Baker's Woods Environmentally Significant Area IESA) #128 should be protected, including sny psrcels within the ESA proposed for removal; AMENDMENT #2 WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED A155 Authority Meeting #8/97, September 26, 1997 The Vice-Chair, Lois Hancey assumed the Chair for the following motion: AMENDMENT #3 RES. #A204/97 Moved by: Richard O'Brien Seconded by: Lorna Bissell THAT the Authority also circulate its position to local MPP's, the Minister of Natural Resources and the Minister of Agriculture. AMENDMENT #3 WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED RES. #A205/97 - THE CITY OF VAUGHAN OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT 400 Referrals to the Ontario Municipal Board. Authorization for staff to represent Authority interests before the Ontario Municipal Board Hearing on referrals related to the City of Vaughan Official Plan (OPA 400). (WMAB Res. 'D95/97) Moved by: Richard Whitehead Seconded by: Deborah Sword THAT staff be authorized to represent Authority interests before the Ontario Municipal Board Hearing on the referrals related to the City of Vaughan Official Plan; THAT the firm of Gardiner, Roberts be retained to provide legal representation for the Authority at the Ontario Municipal Board hearing related to these planning applications; AND FURTHER THAT staff continue to pursue the resolution of Authority issues in cooperation with relevant parties and/or participants prior to the Hearing. . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #8/97, September 26, 1997 A156 RES. #A206/97 - HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE Interview Process Selection of members of the Watershed Management Advisory Board to interview watershed residents for appointment to the Humber Watershed Alliance. (WMAB Res. 'D96/97) Moved by: Paul Raina Seconded by: Randy Barber THAT Mr. Paul Raina, a Member of the Watershed Management Advisory Board, be appointed, along with the Director of the Watershed Management Division, to form a Selection Committee to interview watershed residents for appointment to the Humber Watershed Alliance; AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Authority on September 26, 1997 on the proposed membership of the Humber Watershed Alliance for endorsement and formal appointment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED The following was circulated directly at the meeting.' RES. #A207/97 - THE HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE Appointment of Members The formal appointment of watershed residents, interest group representatives, agency staff, municipal councillors and the Authority's member to the Humber Watershed Alliance. Moved by: Paul Raina Seconded by: Randy Barber THAT the staff report on the appointment of members to the Humber Watershed Alliance be received; THAT the appointments, as set out in the report, be confirmed, effective immediately, for a two-year period commencing October 21, 1997; THA T the Authority reserve the right to revoke any appointment for any reason prior to the end of the term; AND FURTHER THAT all persons who applied for the Humber Watershed Alliance be thanked for their interest and encouraged to participate in other ways to achieve a healthy Humber River watershed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A157 Authority Meeting #8/97, September 26, 1997 BACKGROUND The Terms of Reference for the Humber Watershed Alliance, dated May 8, 1997, were approved at Authority meeting #4/97. Letters were sent to the local and regional municipalities, federal and provincial agencies and interest groups requesting that they appoint delegates to the Alliance. Advertisements for watershed resident positions were placed in local and daily newspapers and on the Internet. Three public information sessions were held in strategic locations within the watershed. An overview of the Humber Watershed Alliance was provided and questions from the participants answered. Thirty-three applications were received. Five former task force members are recommended for re-appointment. Nineteen new applicants were interviewed by a Selection Committee comprised of Paul Raina, Member of the Watershed Management Advisory Board; Brian Denney, Director of the Watershed Management Division and Gary Wilkins, Humber Watershed Specialist. The following individuals are recommended for appointment to the Humber Watershed Alliance to date. Additional appointments will be brought to the attention of the Authority members once they are confirmed by their respective Councils, business associations, agencies and groups. MTRCA Dick O'Brien, Chair or his alternate Regional and Municioal Members Alternate Michael DiBiase, Regional Municipality of York John Livey Carol Seglins, Regional Municipality of Peel David Burnett Irene Jones, City of Etobicoke Michael D'Andrea Tony Carella, City of Vaughan Domenic Lunardo Margaret Britnell, Township of King Not given Glenn Mason, Township of Adjala-Tosorontio; Not given Richard Whitehead. Town of Caledon Heather Broadbent Gina Severino, City of North York Fred Hendriks Authority Meeting #8/97, September 26, 1997 A158 Watershed Residents Nancy Stewart, Town of Caledon Laura Sinclair, Town of Caledon Cheryl Davis, Town of Caledon Horst Truttenbach, Town of Caledon Heather Broadbent, Town of Caledon Carol Ray, Town of Caledon Bill Wilson, Town of Caledon Connie Agnew, Township of King Dirkje Glerum, Township of King Richard Hoffmann. Township of King Susan L1oyd-Swail. Township of King David Green, Township of King Christopher DeSousa, City of Etobicoke Amiyo Biswas, City of Etobicoke Marjorie Mossman, City of Etobicoke Lois Griffin, City of Etobicoke Michael White, Town of Richmond Hill Joanne Mauti, City of Vaughan John Crawford, City of Toronto Ron Allan, City of Toronto Robert Hubbs, City of Toronto Brenda Crompton, City of Toronto Madeleine McDowell. City of Toronto David Hutcheon, City of Toronto Fereshteh Hashemi, City of Toronto Tony Cautillo. City of Brampton Federal and Provincial Agencies Alternate Ministry of Environment and Energy, Deborah Conrad Steve Klose Interest Grouos Action to Restore a Clean Humber - Luciano Martin Humber Heritage Committee - Mary Louise Ashbourne Save the Oak Ridges Moraine - Debbe Crandall Dorothy Izzard Niagara Escarpment Commission - Ian Sinclair Aggregate Producers - Moreen Miller Robert Cook DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE Confirm the remaining members of the Humber Watershed Alliance. For information contact: Gary Wilkins, Ext. 211 A159 Authority Meeting #8/97, September 26, 1997 RES. #A208/97 - LEGACY: A STRATEGY FOR A HEAL THY HUMBER Nomination of the valley and stream corridor within the Village of Bolton as a Community Action Site. (WMAB Res. 'D97/97) Moved by: Richard Whitehead Seconded by: Deborah Sword THA T the concept of a Community Action Site along the Humber River within the Village of Bolton be endorsed; THAT staff be directed to assist the community with developing and implementing a Community Action Site in the Village of Bolton to meet the objectives of Legacy: A Strategy for a Healthy Humber; AND FURTHER THAT the Town of Caledon, Humber Valley Heritage Trail Association and Caledon Heritage Committee be so advised. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A209/97 - CALEDON CANADA DAY CELEBRATION A report on the Caledon Canada Day Celebration recently held at Albion Hills Conservation Area. (PUAB Res. 'E33/97) Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THAT the staff report dated August 25, 1997, on the Caledon Canada Day Celebration be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A210/97 - BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE Report of Sponsorship Development Project Results. (PUAB Res. #E34/97) Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THAT the report on the Black Creek Pioneer Village Sponsorship Development Project, dated September 2, 1997, be received. .................................. CARRIED Authority Meeting #8/97, September 26, 1997 A160 RES. #A211/97 - ROUGE PARK ALLIANCE PROGRESS REPORT Rouge Park Alliance Progress Report. Copies of this report were circulated at the meeting. (PUAB Res. #E35/97) Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THA T the Rouge Park Alliance Progress Report, A Partnership in Natural and Cultural Heritage Protection, dated January 1997, be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED RES. #A212/97 - 1998 PROPOSED PUBLIC FACILITY FEE SCHEDULE Establishment of the 1998 fee schedule for public use of Authority facilities and programs. (PUAB Res. #E36/97) Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THAT the 1998 Fee Schedule, dated September 4, 1997 (PU#2/97), for admission to, and use of, the Authority's facilities and programs, to be effective January, 1998, be approved. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED NEW BUSINESS MOTION RES. #A213/97 Moved by: Raymond Cho Seconded by: Paul Raina THA T staff be directed to prepare a report on the status of the Morningside Tributary Sub- Watershed Study to the next Watershed Management Advisory Board meeting to be held on October 24, 1997; AND FURTHER THAT Save the Rouge, the City of Scarborough and any other relevant interested parties be invited to attend the meeting. ..................... CARRIED TERMINA TION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11 :40 a.m. on September 26, 1997. Richard O'Brien J. Craig Mather Chair Secretary- Treasurer pI. ~ . ", the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority MINUTES OF AUTHORITY MEETING #9/97 Page A 1 61 October 31, 1 997 Meeting #9/97 of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority was held on Friday, October 31, 1997, at the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village. The Chair, Richard O'Brien, called the meeting to order at 10: 1 0 a.m. PRESENT Patrick Abtan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Maria Augimeri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Lorna Bissell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Victoria Carley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Raymond Cho ................................................ Member Michael Di Biase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Shirley Eidt .................................................. Member Lois Griffin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Lois Hancey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice-Chair Eldred King .................................................. Member Jim McMaster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Richard O'Brien ................................................. Chair Donna Patterson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Paul Raina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Bev Salmon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Deborah Sword ............................................... Member Richard Whitehead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member REGRETS Randy Barber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Margaret Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member lIa Bossons .................................................. Member Norman Kelly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Joan King ................................................... Member Gerri Lynn O'Connor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Case Ootes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Paul Palleschi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Enrico Pistritto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Maja Prentice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member RES. #A214/97 - MINUTES Moved by: Patrick Abtan Seconded by: Maria Augimeri THAT the Minutes of Meeting #8/97, held on September 26, 1997 be approved. CARRIED A162 Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST Eldred King declared a conflict of interest with respect to Permits 7.1.2. and 7.1.38. His son works in the firm Marshall, Macklin and Monaghan. CORRESPONDENCE (a) A letter, dated October 23, 1997, from Mr. Trevor D'Souza regarding his property at 42 Royal Rouge Trail and the erosion of his backyard. RES. #A215/97 - CORRESPONDENCE Moved by: Lorna Bissell Seconded by: Donna Patterson THAT the above noted correspondence (a) from Mr. Trevor D'Souza, dated October 23, 1997 be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED PRESENT A TIONS (a) The Vice-Chair of the Authority, Lois Hancey, recently received a generous donation for the Rotary Park Wetlands Project from Lakeside Public School and Canada Trust Friends of the Environment. (b) The Chair of the Authority, Richard O'Brien, presented Mr. Eldred King, Regional Chair, Region of York, with a proclamation recognizing Mr. King's retirement from the Region of York and overall for his 20 years of dedicated service to this Authority and to conservation. (c) Ms. Lorraine O'Bryne, Curator and employee of the Authority, has recently received a lifetime achievement award from the Ontario Museum Association. The Authority Chair and Members send their congratulations to her on this most prestigious award. PRESENT A TIONS RES. #A216/97 Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Patrick Abtan THAT the above-noted presentations (a) (b) and (c) be received. . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 A163 MOTION OF APPRECIATION RES. #A217/97 Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Lois Hancey WHEREAS THAT Lakeside Public School and Canada Trust Friends of the Environment Foundation generously donated funds to a II commitment to creating habitats within Duffins Creek for the common turn" for the Rotary Park Wetlands in Ajax; AND WHEREAS THAT the Vice-Chair of the Authority, Lois Hancey, on behalf of the Chair and Members of the Authority accepted this donation with great appreciation; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Chair and Members of the Watershed Management Advisory Board send their appreciation and special thanks to: Ms. Diana Fry, a teacher at Lakeside Public School, Ms. Beal, Friends of the Environment Foundation, Ms. Judy Longfield, MP - Whitby-Ajax for Federal Great Lakes Clean-up, Mr. Steve Parish, Mayor of Ajax, Mr. Bob Bailey, Vice Chair of Ajax-Waterfront Advisory Committee, and Mr. Gord McPherson and Mr. Scott Jarvie, staff of the Authority all of whom either participated and/or organized the fundraising and special event for the Rotary Park Wetlands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED MOTION OF APPRECIATION RES. #A218/97 Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: All Members WHEREAS Eldred King, Chair of the Region of York and a Member of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, will retire as Regional Chair on December 11, 1997; and WHEREAS Mr. King's appointment to this Authority will expire on February 20, 1998; and WHEREAS Mr. King is recognized for his 20 years of dedicated service to this Authority and to the conservation and preservation of the natural environment; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT, on this day of October 31,1997, Mr. King's service to and support for the work of conservation be acknowledged with sincere appreciation; AND FURTHER THAT the Chair of the Authority, on behalf of all Members and staff, extend our thanks to Mr. King for his years as an Authority Member and our best wishes for a long and healthy retirement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A164 Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 RES. #A219/97 - MEETING SCHEDULE 1998 - 1999 To provide a schedule of meetings for the forthcoming Authority year, beginning February 20, 1998 and ending February 19, 1999. Moved'by: Patrick Abtan Seconded by: Donna Patterson THAT the Schedule of Meetings 1998-99, dated October 15, 1997, be approved; AND FURTHER THAT the Secretary-Treasurer distribute this schedule at the earliest opportunity to all agencies who appoint members to The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RA TIONALE Since almost all members of the Authority sit on Councils, Boards or Committees which meet on days other than Friday, we have arranged this schedule to accommodate all Authority meetings on Friday. Full Authority meetings have been scheduled for the fourth Friday of the month, and Executive Committee Meetings on the second Friday of the month, with exceptions in the months of March, April and December to accommodate the March Break and the holiday seasons. When two meetings are scheduled for a morning, the first will be held at g:OO a.m., otherwise all meetings will be held at 10:00 a.m. Finance and Business Development Advisory Board Meetings have been scheduled on the same day as most Executive Committee Meetings to streamline the meeting schedule. Report prepared by: Paula Leggieri, Ext. 264 Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 A165 ~ , the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority MEETING SCHEDULE 1998 - 1999 October 15, 1997 A166 Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 - 2 - THE METROPOLITAN TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY MEETING SCHEDULE 1998-1999 ! FEBRUARY 1998 I TIME I DESCRIPTION I Feb. 13 10:00 a.m. Executive # 12/97 Feb. 20 10:00 a.m. Annual Authority '1/98 Feb. 27 10:00 a.m. Watershed Mnmat. '1/98 ! MARCH 1998 I TIME I DESCRIPTION I Mar. 6 9:00 a.m. F&D #1/98 Mar. 6 10:00 a.m. Executive '1/98 Mar. 13 10:00 a.m. Authority '2/98 (Budaet). · Moved to Mar. 13 from March 27th due to March Break. ! APRIL 1998 I TIME I DESCRIPTION I Apr. 3 10:00 a.m. Executive #2/98.. Apr. 17 10:00 a.m. Watershed Mnmgt. '2/98 Apr. 17 10:00 a.m. Public Use '1/98 Apr. 24 10:00 a.m. Authority '3/98 · · Moved to April 3 from April 10 due to Good Friday. , MAY 1998 I TIME I DESCRIPTION I May 8 g:OO a.m. F&D #2/98 May 8 10:00 a.m. Executive '3/98 May 15 10:00 a.m. Watershed Mnmgt. '3/98 May 29 10:00 a.m. Authoritv '4/98 Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 A167 - 3 - THE METROPOLITAN TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY MEETING SCHEDULE 1998-1999 I JUNE 1998 I TIME I DESCRIPTION I Jun. 5 10:00 a.m. Public Use '2/98 Jun. 12 g:OO a.m. F&D '3/98 Jun. 12 10:00 a.m. Executive '4/98 June 1 g 10:00 a.m. Watershed Mnmgt. '4/98 June 26 10:00 a.m. Authority '5/98 IJULY 1998 I TIME I DESCRIPTION I Jul. 3 10:00 a.m. Public Use '3/98 Jul.10 10:00 a.m. Executive '5/98 Jul.24 10:00 a.m. Authoritv '6/98 I AUGUST 1998 I TIME I DESCRIPTION I Aug. 7 10:00 a.m. Watershed Mnmgt. '5/98 Aug. 14 10:00 a.m. Executive '6/98 Aug. 21 10:00 a.m. Public Use #4/98 Aug. 28 10:00 a.m. Authoritv #7/98 I SEPTEMBER 1998 I TIME I DESCRIPTION I Sept. 4 10:00 a.m. F&D '4/98 (Budget) Sept. 11 10:00 a.m. Executive '7/98 Sept. 18 10:00 a.m. Watershed Mnmgt. #6/98 'Sept. 25 ,- 10:-00 a:m. Authoritv '8/98 A16S Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 - 4 - THE METROPOLITAN TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY MEETING SCHEDULE 1998-1999 ! OCTOBER 1998 I TIME I DESCRIPTION I Oct. 2 10:00 a.m. Public Use '5/9S Oct.16 10:00 a.m. Executive '8/98 Oct.23 10:00 a.m. Watershed Mnmgt. '7/98 Oct.30 10:00 a.m. Authoritv '9/98 ! NOVEMBER 1998 I TIME I DESCRIPTION I Nov.6 10:00 a.m. Public Use '6/98 Nov. 1 3 g:OO a.m. F&D , 5/9S Nov. 1 3 10:00 a.m. Executive '9/98 Nov. 20 10:00 a.m. Watershed Mnmgt. '8/98 Nov.27 10:00 a.m. Authoritv # 1 0/98 ! DECEMBER 1998 I TIME I DESCRIPTION I Dec. 11 10:00 a.m. Executive '10/98 Dec. 18 10:00 a.m. Authoritv # 11/98 ! JANUARY 1999 I TIME I DESCRIPTION I Jan.8 10:00 a.m. Public Use '7/98 Jan.15 10:00 a.m. Executive # 11/98 Jan.22 10:00 a.m. Watershed Mnmgt. #9/98 Jan.2g 10:00 a.m. Authoritv '12/98 Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 A169 - 5 - THE METROPOLITAN TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY MEETING SCHEDULE 1998-1999 I FEBRUARY 1999 I TIME I DESCRIPTION I Feb.12 10:00 a.m. Executive '1 2/98 Feb. 19 10:00 a.m. Annual Authoritv '1/99 Legend: Full Authority (Authority) Executive Committee (Executive) Finance and Business Development Advisory Board (F&D); Public Use Advisory Board (Public Use) Watershed and Business Development Advisory Board (Watershed Mnmgt.) . Full Authority, Watershed Mnmgt. and Public Use Meetings will be held in the South Theatre, Visitor's Centre, Black Creek Pioneer Village, 1000 Murray Ross Parkway, Downsview, Ontario, at 10:00 a.m., unless otherwise noted on the agenda. . F&D and Executive Meetings will be held in the Humber Room, Head Office, 5 Shoreham Drive, Downsview, Ontario, at 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m., respectively, unless otherwise noted on the agenda. A170 Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 RES. #A220/97- INTERIM REPORT OF THE TORONTO TRANSITION TEAM The Toronto Transition Team has just released its interim report on how the new City of Toronto should be structured and how the transition from seven to one municipality should occur. Comments are required by November 1, 1997. Moved ,by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Patrick Abtan THAT the Staff report, dated October 30, 1997, on the interim report of the Toronto Transition Team be received; AND FURTHER THAT this report be forwarded to the Transition Team as the Authority's comments on their interim report. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND In April of 1997, the government of Ontario appointed a Transition Team to develop a strategy that would facilitate the transition of seven municipalities into one. They were also to recommend a staff and political structure that will oversee this transition and build for the future. The Transition Team has just released its Interim Report, New City, New Opportunities. Comments on the report and its forty one recommendations are required by November 1, 1997. The Interim Report makes several recommendations which deal directly with the Authority and there are many more that are indirectly associated with the Authority and its work. Therefore, it is important that the Authority comment on this document. COMMENTS In general the Transition Team has recognized and accepted the inter-relationship between a healthy economy and a healthy environment. The understanding of this linkage between the environment and the economy, has allowed the Transition Team to use this as one of the basic building blocks of the new City. In fact, the suggested Mission Statement which reads as follows, recognizes this linkage. Draft Recommendation 1 Pg.30 1 Draft Mission Statement The government of the City of Toronto will promote, protect and support the economic, social, environmental and cultural strength and vitality of the City and its diverse neighbourhoods. It will provide accessible and accountable governance, leadership that brings people together, and responsive, affordable civic services. The Authority supports the draft Mission Statement as it embodies the linking of the environment to the liveability of the City and it clearly indicates that the environment is as important to the new City as its economic, social and cultural values. Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 A171 Draft Recommendation 3b, 3c, and 5 Pg.45 3b City Council must reserve the right to deal with planning and development matters that affect city-wide interests. 3c The Planning Commissioner should develop and present to the new City Council draft guidelines to assist in understanding what issues may have city-wide implications. 5 City Council should immediately begin to prepare a new Official Plan for the entire City. As noted in the Interim Report, there must be a balance between local and city-wide issues. It is imperative however, that our valley and stream corridors, the Lake Ontario shoreline and other environmentally significant features be clearly identified as being of city-wide importance. The best way to do this is through the preparation of a new Official Plan. The Authority can provide considerable advice and input to this exercise based on its various policies and programs that are for the most part already contained within existing local and regional official plans. The Authority supports the recommendation that a new Official Plan be prepared as soon as possible and that the valley and stream corridors, the Lake Ontario Shoreline and other environmentally significant areas should be identified as being of city-wide interest. Draft Recommendation 7d Pg.59 7d The Mayor should form a striking committee of up to seven members of Council to recommend to Council a full slate of candidates to fill the positions of chair and members of the recommended committees and councillor representatives on agencies, boards and commissions. The new City of Toronto will continue to have fourteen seats on the Authority. To date we have benefited from having the majority of these fourteen positions filled with elected representatives, supported, on average, by three or four citizen appointments. It is recommended that the new City continue to appoint elected officials as the majority of its representatives to the Authority. The Report also made the suggestion that one of its fourteen representatives to the proposed Greater Toronto Services Board should also be a member of the Authority. The Authority concurs with this suggestion. Draft Recommendation Bd Pg.59 8d Standing Committees should be organized as follows: urban development services, community and neighbourhood services, emergency and protective services, and corporate services. A172 Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 The graphical representation of the proposed structure and responsibilities of Council and its standing committees is attached. Authority issues would be addressed through the Urban Development Services Committee (USDC). This is appropriate as the suggested mandate of this Committee is to manage the built and natural environment of the City through linking land use, environment and infrastructure responsibilities. It is through this Committee that The Authority would access the City with respect to financial and program issues. The mandate of this Committee reflects the Authority's suggestion to the Transition Team, that it is important to coordinate the activities related to the management and protection of our environment. Although the Authority has various program interests that relate to the mandates of other Committees, such as the Emergency and Protective Services Committee, it is appropriate to be included under the USDC. There is one function however which we feel must be included within the purview of the USDC and that is the responsibility for the planning and management of the regional parks system. We disagree with the suggestion that the regional parks system should be combined with the local parks and recreation function. These are two very different responsibilities and the city-wide open space systems must be recognized as a separate function. It is recommended therefore, that the Transition Team recognize the difference between the regional and local park systems and that consideration be given to including the regional park system within the purview of the Urban Development Services Committee and similarly, the staff structure should reflect the different roles and reporting responsibilities. This approach would also lend itself to the suggested role of the Community Councils, where the provision of local parks and recreation services might best be dealt with at this level whereas, the broader regional parks perspective is best dealt with by the City Council. Draft Recommendation 11 Pg.79 11 The new City should have a Chief Administrative Officer(CAO). The CAO's office should include a Strategic Directions Secretariat and an Office of Economic Development. The Strategic Directions Secretariat should include: a Transition Support Unit, a Corporate Policy and Planning Unit, a Healthy City Office and an Office of Environmental Planning and Management. The Authority supports the suggested structure of the CAO's office, particularly as it relates to the incorporation of a Healthy City Office and an Environmental Planning and Management Office within the Strategic Directions Secretariat. (See the attached organization chart) This structure will allow for the further coordination of effort in these areas and it gives the appropriate profile and status that is needed if we are to continue to promote and implement better environmental protection. The responsibility of the Environmental Planning and Management Office would be to prepare an Environmental Master Plan for the new City. Staff from various departments, Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 A173 agencies, boards and commissions would also be included in this initiative. The Authority has a lot to bring to such an exercise and we should be involved in a meaningful way. The Authority supports the recommended structure of the CAO's office and the Authority would like to be involved in a meaningful way in the work of the Environmental Planning and Management Office. Draft Recommendation 13 and 16a Pg. 79, 80 13 City Council should establish a new Facilities Board to maximize the potential of key assets of the City that help to promote Toronto as a trade, convention and tourist destination. 16a The City should establish a Cultural Office with responsibility for policy and programs related to arts, culture and heritage. The Transition Team recognized the need to maximize the potential trade and tourism opportunities made possible through such public facilities as the Trade centre, Convention Centre, Zoo, Exhibition Place etc. The proposed Facilities Board may be of benefit to Black Creek Pioneer Village and staff should pursue this at the appropriate time. Staff should also pursue the benefits of a relationship with the proposed Cultural Office. Draft Recommendation 19 Pg.90 19 All agencies, boards and commissions of the new City should have citizen representation. A Nominating Committee, chaired by the Mayor or designate, should recommend to Council a slate of citizen appointments. The Authority supports this recommendation with the proviso that the majority of representation being elected officials, as per our earlier comment on Draft Recommendation 7d. In conclusion, the Interim Report of the Transition Team has made many recommendations that if implemented, will support the work of the Authority. We are encouraged that the important role a healthy environment plays in both our human and economic health is recognized and that structural and administrative processes have been recommended to ensure that all three are managed in an effective, open and participatory way. The Transition Team is to be congratulated in this regard. for more information contact: Craig Mather Ext. 240 A174 Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 Attachment #1 - 54- THE NEW CITY OF TORdtno: STANDING COMMI'rI'EE RESPONSIBlunES I COUNCIL ~ . i . I 1 I I I Urban Community and Emergency Corporate , Development Nelgnboumood and Pl'tltective Services Services Services Services Committee Committee Comrmttl!e Cumminee !, i' . -. . .., . PoliCV/E:MrcnmentaV ?oIicv/Soc:alOeveloomentl Fire Human Resources/Access. InfrastruCUlre Plannmq Housmq Office Amaulanca EQUItY ana Human Rigms Plannllll}lBurlding Chiiaren's SeMces 911. Emergencv Ptanllll1g, i=inance.1I Tral1$Zlan:anan (Roalis & CurttJre Office CommumcatlOns Intormanon Tec:lnolagy Trafficl Social Services Bylaw Eniorcementl Real Estate W~ Management Hostel SeMces Licensing Purcnasmg WaD!I'/Sewer Homes 7or~= d'1CI'~ Facliities Management t i'\ ') ~ncs & Recreation ~ Reet Management ~~...., /' Puolic Health IAmmal Clerics (Communic3tlons)lII . &- Control) Legal'" ~:t~ Audit'" . .. .~ ..."'~ . ~ TorclllD Pamng Authanty Torcm:c HOUSIng Company TorclllD Police Services TorolllD Tra'nsit Commission Torcm:c Public Library Board Board TllI'OlllD l:ivarc-aectnc Torcm:c Board 01 Health TarclllD LicellSlng Tribunal ColTlll1l3iDon Torcm:c Am Counc:! and Region Zoo Conservation Authority Torom:c Histoncal Board Torom:c Museums Board HUlTlllungDin:t Cam:re St. l.1wrenca Centra Ford Centra m These 'tlr.Qon~ reDOlT ~ugt'I;:;""'a .~ ~re ~ on -"nm7nYe ~ ~Iy, ~. A175 Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 Attachment #2 -70 . 'THE NEW CITY OF TORONTO: ADMINISTRATIVE STRUCTURE . I Chief Admiaisarative Officer 1 1 Strategic Directlons I Economic Development I Seccmnat l Offic e . I I J I ExeclltlVe executIVe executIVe executIVe f CommiSSIoner Commissioner ComlTllSSioner CommIsSioner Urban Development CommunItY and Emergency and Finance ana Nelgilboumood I Services PrcteClIVe ServIces Camorate Services I . SeMces ! I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I , I I I I I I I I I I Operating Depar1IIIeaIS Operating ~ Opeming Depanmeats Operating Departments , . .. ~ ., PolicyiEnwonmem:aV Policy/Soc:-.a1 OeYeloomentt Fire Human Resources/Access, InfrasuuCl1lre Plannlllg Housmg Office Amoulance EqurtV and Human Rigms P1anninw'Bwfding Children's SeMces 911, Emergent" P!annlllg. Finance-" TrallSllort3llon (Roads & Culture Office Commumcatlons Imcrmatlon TechnOlOgy Traffic) Social Services BYlaw rnrcemenT/ Real Es3m Waste Management HOSlI!f Services licanSlllg Purchaslllg WaterlSewer Hames for tt1e Agad facilities Management Paries & RecT8alll1n Aeet Management Public HealthlAnunal Clerics ICommunications~n Comrct) Legal'" Audit'" C;t..,!..~:~..., 11.~.II' ",......., Toranm Pamng AuUlority TOr'Onm Housing Company TorollTD Police SeMces Toronm Transrt CommISSion TOr'Onm Public Library Board Board Toronm Hydro-Sacuic TOr'Onm Board at Heallh TorollTD Licensing Tribunal CommrSSlon TOr'Onm Arts Council Tol'llntD and Region Zoo Conservation AuUlont'( TOr'Onm Histcrical Board TOr'Onm Museums Board Hummmgolrd Cemre Stlawrence Cemre Ford Centre . . m 711"_ runClons rexr. :tl1'Cugh An.nca u.= :.::::cnnt Sennc:u on <<l/nltus:n!Mr mmltrs OtlIy, A176 Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 RES. #A221/97 - REQUEST FOR DISPOSAL OF AUTHORITY -OWNED LAND At the rear of No. 12 Ravinder Court, City of Brampton Etobicoke Creek Watershed, CFN 28521 The Authority is in receipt of a request, to consider disposing of a fragment of Authority-owned tableland at the rear of No.12 Ravinder Court, City of Brampton, in the Etobicoke Creek Watershed. (Executive Committee Res. #B132/97) Moved by: Paul Raina Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from Teresa and Domenic Di Nardo, the owners of 12 Ravinder Court, situate south of 17th Sideroad, west of Kennedy Road, City of Brampton, to acquire a small fragment of Authority-owned tableland at the rear of their property; AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interest of the Authority in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to complete a sale to Teresa and Domenic Di Nardo; THAT a small fragment of Authority-owned tableland containing 0.014 acres (O.005 hectares), more or less, be sold to Teresa and Domenic Di Nardo, said land being Part of Block 111, Plan 43M-653, City of Brampton, The Regional Municipality of Peel; THA T the Authority request the approval of The Minister of Natural Resources to complete the sale of the subject land on the following terms and conditions: (1 ) The sale price is to be $1184.00; (2) Teresa and Domenic Di Nardo are to pay all legal and survey costs and the cost of obtaining any related planning act approvals required; (3) Completion of this sale will be subject to any planning act approvals that may be required; (4) A covenant is to be included on title to the effect that no buildings or structures other than fencing, pool, or garden accessories are to be located on the subject lands; THA T the sale be subject to the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources in accordance with Section 21 (2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27 as amended; AND FURTHER THAT appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of any necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 A177 RES. #A222/97 - GREENSPACE PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 1996-2000 Lake Ontario Waterfront, Scarborough Sector Intracorp Developments Limited, CFN 28947 Purchase of property adjacent to parcel municipally known as 71 Chesterton Shores, located in the City of Scarborough, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto. (Executive Committee Res. #B133/97) Moved by: Paul Raina Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THAT 0.34 acres, more or less, consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of vacant land, said land being Part of Lot 35, Range 1, Broken Front Concession, City of Scarborough, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto be purchased; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THA T the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THA T Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A178 Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 RES. #A223/97 - GREENSPACE PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT 1996-2000 Flood Plain and Conservation Component Carruthers Creek Watershed 620637 Ontario Limited, CFN 29074 Purchase of property located south of Bayly Street, west of Shoal Point Road, Town of Ajax, under the "Greenspace Protection and Acquisition Project 1996-2000" Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Carruthers Creek Watershed. (Executive Committee Res. #B134/97) Moved by: Paul Raina Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THAT 0.002 acres, more or less, be purchased from 620637 Ontario Limited, said land consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of land being Part of Lot 5, Range 3, Broken Front Concession, Town of Ajax, Regional Municipality of Durham and designated as Block 18 on a Draft Plan of Subdivision prepared by R. G. McKibbon Limited under their file No. C-96- 26; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THA T the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THA T Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 A179 RES. #A224/97 - THE CITY OF SCARBOROUGH Request for a permanent easement across Authority lands for the purpose of accessing a storm sewer outfall in the Chesterton Shores area of the Lake Ontario Shoreline, City of Scarborough, CFN 29048 Receipt of a request from The City of Scarborough, to provide a permanent easement for the purpose of obtaining access to a storm sewer outfall, in the Chesterton Shores area of the Lake Ontario Shoreline, in the City of Scarborough, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto. (Executive Committee Res. #B153/97) Moved by: Paul Raina Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from The City of Scarborough to provide a permanent easement for the purpose of obtaining access to a storm sewer outfall in the Chesterton Shores Area of the Lake Ontario shoreline, City of Scarborough; AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to cooperate with The City of Scarborough in this instance; THAT a permanent easement containing 0.31 hectares, more or less, (0.77 acres) be granted to The City of Scarborough to provide access to a storm sewer outfall, said land being Part of Lot 35, Range 1, BFC, City of Scarborough, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and designated as Parts 1, 3, 5, and 7 on Plan 40R-1462, Parts 2 and 9A on Plan 40R-1337 and Part 3 on a Plan of Survey prepared by J.D. Barnes Limited, under their Reference No. 94-21-526-08; THA T consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal, survey and other costs; THAT said easement is subject to the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources in accordance with Section 21 (2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27 as amended; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials are authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED A1S0 Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 RES. #A225/97 - THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO Request for a Permanent Easement for the West Don Sanitary Trunk Sewer on the east of Bathurst Street, south of Sheppard Avenue West, City of North York, CFN 29036 Receipt of a request from The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto to provide a permanent easement for the West Don Sanitary Trunk sewer east of Bathurst Street, south of Sheppard Avenue West, City of North York. (Executive Committee Res. #B136/97) Moved by: Paul Raina Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto to provide a permanent easement for the West Don Sanitary Trunk sewer east of Bathurst Street, south of Sheppard Avenue West, City of North York; AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to cooperate with The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto in this instance; THAT a permanent easement containing 0.019 hectares, more or less, (0.047 acres) be granted to The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto for the West Don Sanitary Trunk sewer, said land being Part of Lot 14, Concession 1 and designated as Part 1 on a Plan of Survey prepared by Metro Transportation under their Plan P.1219-57, City of North York, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto; THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal, survey and other costs; THA T said easement is subject to the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources in accordance with Section 21 (2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27 as amended; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials are authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 A181 RES. #A226/97 - REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM Request for Permanent Easement for the twinning of the Bayly Street force main Town of Ajax, Regional Municipality of Durham, CFN 29051 Receipt of a request from the Regional Municipality of Durham to provide a permanent easement for the twinning of Bayly Street force main, located south of Bayly Street, east of Church Street, Town of Ajax. (Executive Committee Res. #B137/97) Moved by: Paul Raina Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from the Regional Municipality of Durham to provide a permanent easement for the twinning of the Bayly Street force main, located south of Bayly Street, east of Church Street, Town of Ajax; AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of the Authority, that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to cooperate with the Regional Municipality of Durham in this instance; THAT a permanent easement containing 0.040 hectares, more or less, (O.098 acres) be granted to the Regional Municipality of Durham, for the twinning of the Bayly Street force main, said land being Part o~ Lot 13, Range 3, Broken Front Concession, Town of Ajax, Regional Municipality of Durham; THA T the consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00 plus all legal, survey and other costs incurred to complete the transaction; THA T said easement be subject to the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources, in accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27 as amended; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A182 Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 RES. #A227/97 - SALE OF SURPLUS AUTHORITY OWNED LANDS Rodd Avenue Area, Town of Pickering, CFN 28919 Receipt of Offer to Purchase, concerning the potential disposal of surplus Authority lands situate in the Rodd Avenue Area, Town of Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham. (Executive Committee Res. #B138/97) Moved by: Paul Raina Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of an offer from Giorgio and Maria Siragusa, to purchase surplus Authority owned lands, municipally known as 537A Rodd Avenue, in the Rodd Avenue area of the Town of Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham; AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to complete a sale to Giorgio and Maria Siragusa in this instance; THA T an irregular shaped vacant parcel of Authority-owned tableland, subject to right of way per Instrument Number 163810, containing 0.235 acres, (O.095 hectares) more or less, be sold to Giorgio and Maria Siragusa, said land being Part of Block A, Registered Plan 233, Town of Pickering, in the Regional Municipality of Durham; THA T the Authority request the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources, to complete the sale of the subject lands on the following terms and conditions: a. The sale price is to be the sum of $130,000.; b. The lands are to be used for single family residential purposes only and must conform to the Town's R4 zoning; c. The purchaser acknowledges that the Authority retains lands in the vicinity that will be used for park purposes and the purchaser agrees not to object to such uses or the Authority's plans for development of a park and is to provide such assurances that may be required by the Authority, that the purchaser or its successors in title, will not object to any such uses; d. Completion of this sale will be subject to any Planning Act approvals that may be required; e. The transaction is to be completed at the earliest possible date with payment in full to the Authority in cash on closing; f. Any additional conditions as deemed appropriate by the Authority solicitor; THA T the sale be subject to the Approval of the Minister of Natural Resources, in accordance to Section 21 (2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27 as amended; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of any necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 A183 RES. #A228/97 - ENCROACHMENT AGREEMENT 16 Brucedale Crescent, City of North York, CFN 23077 Request from The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto for concurrence to extend an existing encroachment agreement, affecting Authority owned lands managed by The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto at the rear of 66 Brucedale Crescent, City of North York. Moved by: Paul Raina Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THA T the Authority concur with The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, in extending an existing encroachment agreement, as a means of resolving encroachment problems on lands owned by The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, in the vicinity of 16 Brucedale Crescent, City of North York, on the basis as outlined in the appended Clause No. 28, contained in Report No. 19 of The Corporate Administration Committee, which was adopted by the Council of The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, at its meeting held on August 13 and 14, 1997; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A184 Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 RES. #A229/97 LICENCE AGREEMENT - MTRCA, THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF CALEDON AND THE EQUESTRIAN MANAGEMENT GROUP INC. North side of Birch Avenue, East of Hwy #50, Town of Caledon Receipt of a request from The Corporation of the Town of Caledon for Authority consent to enter into a licence agreement with the Equestrian Management Group Inc. for a 17 year term on Authority lands located north of Birch Avenue, east of Highway #50 in the Palgrave area of the Town of Caledon, presently under management agreement with the Town of Caledon. (Executive Committee Res. #B140/97) Moved by: Paul Raina Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THAT WHEREAS the Authority entered into a management agreement with the Town of Caledon for these lands for park and recreational activities on December 29, 1979, with the subject lands being used for horse show purposes since 1981; AND WHEREAS THE Authority is in receipt of a request from The Corporation of the Town of Caledon to enter into a licence agreement for a 17 year term, commencing September 1, 1997, with the Equestrian Management Group Inc.; THA T the Authority concur with the Town of Caledon entering into a licence agreement with the Equestrian Management Group Inc. substantively in accordance with the terms and conditions set out in the agreement; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1.997 A185 RES. #A230/97 - THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO V ALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION PROJECT, 1997-2001 GREENSPACE PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 1996-2000 Lake Ontario Waterfront, Scarborough Sector Robert J. Curry and Helen W. Curry, CFN 25454 Purchase of property municipally known as 445 Guildwood Parkway, located in the City of Scarborough, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto. Moved by: Paul Raina Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THAT 0.631 acres, more or less, consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of land, improved with a wood frame bungalow and a detached frame garage/work shop, be purchased from Robert J. Curry and Helen W. Curry, said land being Parts of Lots 151 and 152, Plan 2042, City of Scarborough, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and designated as Part 1 on Plan 64R-11985 and Part 9 on Plan 64R-11986; THAT the purchase price be $250,000 together with payment of vendor's reasonable legal costs; THA T the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THA T Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A186 Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 RES. #A231/97 - MOTION KERROWOOD DEVELOPMENTS LTD. Moved by: Paul Raina Seconded by: Shirley Eidt WHEREAS the Authority considered the applicability of Valley And Stream Corridor Management Program to the subject application and by resolution dated March 31, 1995 directed staff to advise the City of Vaughan that the Authority does not support the proposed application to rezone the Kerrowood lands; AND WHEREAS it is still the Authority's position that the proposed application does not conform with the Valley and Stream Management Program and therefore the Authority does not support the proposed application; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT Gardiner, Roberts be directed to advise the parties and the Ontario Municipal Board that the Authority withdraws from active participation in the hearing as a party but that the Board be advised of the following: 1. It is the position of the Authority that the proposed application does not conform with policy 4.2.2{G) 2) of the Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program; 2. That there are environmentally sensitive areas on the proposed lot as identified in Authority staff reports and that in order to ensure the protection of such areas, the lot should be placed under site plan control; 3. That if the Board approves the application, construction of the single detached dwelling be permitted only within the building envelope previously identified by Authority staff; 4. THA T a permit is required from the Authority under Ontario Regulation 158; 5. That this resolution is subject to adoption by the Full Authority at its meeting of October 31, 1997. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 A1a7 RES. #A232/97 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Lois Hancey THAT Section II, of Executive Committee Minutes #8/97, held October 17, 1997, be received, with the exception of TODS - Contract Approval (Executive Committee Res. #B150/97, #B151/97). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED SECTION II ITEMS: Applications for permits further to Ontario Regulation 1 58 (Executive Committee Res. #B143/97, #B144/97, #B145/97) The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto Valley and Shoreline Regeneration Project 1997-2001 - Bluffer's Park Erosion Control Study (Executive Committee Res. #B 146/97) Sales Tax Recovery - Consultant Selection (Executive Committee Res. #B147/97) Head Office Renovations - Replacement of Portables (Executive Committee Res. #B 148/97) Awarding of Contract - Head Office Renovations Replacement of Portables (Executive Committee Res. #B149/97) Claireville Conservation Area Management Plan (Executive Committee Res. #B152/97, #B153/97) Hearing Pursuant to Ontario Regulation 1 58 (Executive Committee Res. #B158/97 - Res. #B163/97) RES. #A233/97 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION TODS - Contract Approval (Executive Committee Res. #B150/97, #B151/97). Moved by: Donna Patterson Seconded by: Maria Augimeri THAT the contracts with Canadian TODS be approved in the amount of $9,957.42 for the Kortright Centre for Conservation and $10,121.13 for Black Creek Pioneer Village; THA T staff be authorized to complete and sign all necessary documentation; AND FURTHER THAT the Minister of Transportation be requested to permit two highway markers identifying Black Creek Pioneer Village to be retained at the access ramps from Highway #401 to Highway #400 to avoid confusion with southbound Black Creek Drive. A1aa , Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 AMENDMENT RES. #A234/97 Moved by: Donna Patterson Seconded by: Maria Augimeri THAT paragraph one be deleted and replaced with the following: THAT the contracts with Canadian TODS be approved in the amount of $9,957.42 for the Kortright Centre for Conservation and $10,121.13 for Black Creek Pioneer Village; annually for a term not to exceed 3 years; and THE AMENDMENT WAS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED RES. #A235/97 - ENVIRONMENT ALLY SIGNIFICANT AREAS - UPDATE Status of ESAs recommended for adoption that were deferred for six months. (Executive Committee Res. #D103/97) Moved by: Lorna Bissell Seconded by Richard Whitehead THA T Environmentally Significant Areas (ESAs) #52, #136 and #137 described in the attached summary descriptions be adopted as part of the Authority's Inventory of ESAs; THA T staff be directed to use this new information to advocate the protection of these ESAs through plan input and review activities; THA T staff be directed to circulate the new ESA information to the affected municipalities to seek their support in recognizing the ESAs in appropriate land use designations within their planning documents; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to continue discussions with the landowners of ESAs 90, 126 and 140 and report back as soon as possible. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 A189 RES. #A236/97 - MORNINGSIDE TRIBUTARY SUBWATERSHED STUDY Status of Study Authority staff have been working on a steering committee with City of Scarborough staff, Agency staff, and interest groups through the Morningside Tributary Sub-watershed Study to determine a strategy to achieve sustainable development while maintaining maximum benefits to both the natural environment and the surrounding community. Phase 2 of the study is now complete. (WMAB Res. #D 1 04/97) Moved by: Lorna Bissell Seconded by: Richard Whitehead THA T the staff report, dated October 10, 1997, be received for information. THA T the concerns of the Friends of the Rouge Watershed regarding the Morningside Tributary be considered, including a review of an increase of the 10 metre setback, in the Morningside Tributary Sub-Watershed Study and report back to the Watershed Management Advisory Board as soon as possible. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A237/97 - METRO TORONTO REMEDIAL ACTION PLAN IMPLEMENT A TION Riverdale Farm Ponds Naturalization Project The Riverdale Farm Ponds Naturalization Project be approved by the Authority and $30,000 be allocated to this project under the Metro Toronto Remedial Action Plan Implementation. (WMAB Res. #D 1 04/97) Moved by: Lorna Bissell Seconded by: Richard Whitehead THA T the Riverdale Farm Ponds Naturalization Project be approved; THAT Metro RAP Capital funds of $30,000 be allocated in support of this project; THA T staff be directed to assist the City of Toronto in the implementation of this project; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to explore management options for the removal of non-native goldfish and red-eared slider turtles from the ponds, and report to the Authority with a management plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A190 Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 RES. #A238/97 - METRO TORONTO REMEDIAL ACTION PLAN IMPLEMENT A TION Spadina Quay Wetland Creation Project An additional $30,000 of Metro Rap Capital Funds for the Spadina Quay Wetland Creation project be approved by the Authority for a total Metro contribution of $80,000 under the Metro Toronto Remedial Action Plan Implementation. (WMAB Res. #D 107 /97) Moved by: Lorna Bissell Seconded by: Richard Whitehead THAT the additional allocation of $30,000 of Metro RAP Capital funds for the Spadina Quay Wetland Creation Project be approved; AND FURTHER THAT the total Metro RAP Capital funds of $80,000 be allocated in support of this project. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . " CARRIED RES. #A239/97 - DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS LANDS POLICY Use of Lands For Municipal Parks Request that staff report on the Authority policy regarding the sale of Authority lands for park purposes. (WMAB Res. #D108/97) Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Victoria Carley THAT the report dated October 9, 1997, on Authority policy on the disposal of surplus lands as it relates to sale of Authority lands for municipal park purposes be received . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 A191 RES. #A240/97 - CENTENNIAL CREEK SUBWATERSHED PLAN Weir Mitigation Project Approval of the Weir Mitigation Project, Centennial Creek Watershed. (WMAB Res. #D 1 09/97) Moved by: Lorna Bissell Seconded by: Richard Whitehead THAT the Centennial Creek Weir mitigation project be undertaken and cost shared between the City of Scarborough and the MTRCA RAP funding; AND FURTHER THAT other funders be sought for the rehabilitation of the site including Great Lakes 2000 and Friends of the Environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A192 Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 RES. #A241/97 - DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL Terms of Reference - Second Term Approval of the Terms of Reference for the Don Watershed Regeneration Council 1998-200 1. (WMAB Res. #D 11 0/97) Moved by: Lorna Bissell Seconded by: Richard Whitehead THAT the Terms of Reference including the membership for the Don Watershed Regeneration Council as set out in the report dated October 14, 1997 be approved; THA T the local municipalities of Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Markham and the Regional Municipality of York be requested to appoint one municipal council member to the Don Watershed Regeneration Council as early as possible in 1998; THA T the new City of Toronto be requested to appoint representatives to the Don Council based on community councils, that have interest in the Don watershed as early as possible in 1998; THA T the municipalities be requested to appoint staff liaisons as early as possible in 1998; THAT applications be requested from the Don watershed community by December 15, 1997; THAT other groups, as identified in the Terms of Reference be requested to appoint members and alternates as early as possible in 1998; THA T a report be submitted to the Authority identifying the proposed membership including the Authority member for formal approval by the Authority in January 1998; THA T all the members of the first Don Watershed Regeneration Council, its chair Mark Wilson and the chairs of its subcommittees be thanked for their substantial contributions over the past three years; AND FURTHER THAT the present elected Chair, Mr. Mark Wilson, be appointed the interim chair of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council until a new chair is elected or appointed in early 1998. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 A193 RES. #A242/97 - DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL Minutes of Meeting #4/97 and #5/97 The minutes of Meeting #4/97 held August 13, 1997 and Meeting #5/97 held September 17, 1997 of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council is provided for information. (WMAB Res. #D111 /97) Moved' by: Lorna Bissell Seconded by: Paul Raina THAT the minutes of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, Meeting #4/97 held August 13, 1997 and Meeting #5/97 held September 17, 1997 be received. . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A243/97 - DON WATERSHED BUSINESS OUTREACH Westminster Creek and Watershed Stewardship Status report on business outreach activities within the Don Watershed, particularly: 1. the Westminster Creek Project; and 2. the Watershed Stewardship and Pollution Prevention Project for Small and Medium Sized Enterprises. (WMAB Res. #D112/97) Moved by: Lorna Bissell Seconded by: Richard Whitehead THA T the reports on the Westminster Creek Project and the Watershed Stewardship and Pollution Prevention Project for Small and Medium Sized Enterprises be received; THA T the Authority extend a letter of appreciation to Environment Canada for their support for the two demonstration projects; AND FURTHER THAT staff be encouraged to identify additional methods and develop additional proposals to encourage business participation in watershed stewardship within the Don . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A244/97 - HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE Appointments of representatives from the new City of Toronto to the Humber Watershed Alliance. (WMAB Res. #D113/97) Moved by: Lorna Bissell Seconded by: Richard Whitehead THAT the new City of Toronto be requested to appoint representatives to the Humber Watershed Alliance as early as possible in 1998 ....................... CARRIED A194 . Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 RES. #A245/97 - ROUGE PARK MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE A Recommended Organizational and Financial Model for the New Rouge Park Alliance. To endorse the report entitled: II A Recommended Organizational and Financial Model for the New Rouge Park Alliance". (WMAB Res. #D114/97, #D115/97) Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Paul Raina THA T the Board endorse the report entitled, "A Recommended Organizational and Financial Model for the New Rouge Park Alliance"; THA T MTRCA staff be directed to discuss the details of the recommendations in the report with the Province of Ontario; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to prepare a further report outlining the basis that staff is endorsing the report entitled ., A Recommended Organizational and Financial Model for the New Rouge Park Alliance" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 A195 This report was circulated directly at the meeting in compliance with Res. #D 115/97 of the Watershed Management Advisory Board. See Res. #A245/97, Page A 194. RES. #A246/97 - ROUGE PARK MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE Supplementary Report A supplementary report further to the recommendations of the Watershed Management Advisory Board adopted on October 24, 1997. This report provides clarification on the main issues surrounding the potential for the Authority to become the "parent agency" for the Rouge Park Alliance. Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Lois Hancey THAT the supplementary staff report concerning the Rouge Park Management Structure be received; AND FURTHER THAT the Province of Ontario be advised that the Authority is willing to be the "parent agency" for the Rouge Park Alliance provided that: (a) specific, additional funding for the Alliance be provided to the Authority from the funding partners; (b) the Memorandum of Understanding to establish the relationship between the Authority and the Rouge Park Alliance contain provisions to ensure that: (1 ) the annual budget of the Alliance is subject to approval by the Authority; (2) the annual work plan of the Alliance is subject to approval by the Authority; (3) the Alliance will comply with the Authority's purchasing policies. continued.. . A196 Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 AMENDMENT RES. #A247/97 Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Lois Hancey THAT paragraph two, sections (a) and (b) be deleted and replaced with the following: (a) specific funding for the Alliance be provided to the Authority from the funding partners, that is additional for funding required for current Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority programs; (b) the Memorandum of Understanding to establish the relationship between the Authority and the Rouge Park Alliance contain provisions to ensure that: (1 ) the annual budget of the Alliance is subject to approval by the Authority; (2) the annual work plan of the Alliance is subject to approval by the Authority; (3) the Alliance will comply with the Authority's purchasing policies; AND FURTHER THA T a copy of the staff supplementary report along with "A Recommended Organizational and Financial Model for the New Rouge Park Alliance" be forwarded to all Authority Member Municipalites. THE AMENDMENT WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND At the meeting of the Watershed Management Advisory Board on October 24, 1997, the following resolution was adopted: Res. #D 114/97 Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Lorna Bissell THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THA T the Board endorse the report entitled, H A Recommended Organizational and Financial Model for the New Rouge Park Alliance"; AND FURTHER THA T MTRCA staff be directed to discuss the details of the recommendations in the report with the Province of Ontario. Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 A197 AMENDMENT Moved by: Lois Hancey Res. #D 115/97 Seconded by: Lorna Bissell THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff be directed to prepare a further report outlining the basis that staff is endorsing the report entitled HA Recommended Organizational and Financial Model for the New Rouge Park Alliance"; THE AMENDMENT WAS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS ...................... CARRIED The Consultant's report was received too late for the main agenda and had not been circulated as intended. Concerns were expressed at the meeting as to the contents of the report with respect to the role of the Authority and the risk of the costs of the Rouge Park Alliance being transferred to the Authority. RATIONALE Staff recommend endorsing the Consultant's report for the following reasons: 1. The report recommends that the Rouge Park Alliance be formalized under The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's management structure which has been the Authority's position for a number of years. 2. The report is clear that the funding to be sought for the Alliance must be additional to the Authority's existing funding. The Alliance has already adopted the following resolution regarding 1998 funding: Res.120/97 "THA T the preferred funding formula for the future of the Rouge Park Alliance be 1/3 Federal, 1/3 Provincial and 1/3 municipal (based on the MTRCA formula) and that MTRCA be directed to seek funding support for 1998 on that basis, and that the MTRCA be requested to seek the municipal contribution through the Authority's budget process on the basis that the municipalities will be requested to increase the funding support to the Authority to allow the Alliance to continue." 3. The report is clear that the Alliance will need to seek Authority approval for its annual budget. 4. This report is being submitted to the Province of Ontario which must then determine, having created the Rouge Park Alliance, the future of the Alliance. If the Province decides to request the Authority to become the "parent agency" for the Alliance, then a Memorandum of Understanding will be developed to set out the details of the working arrangements. Authority staff have made it clear to the existing Rouge Park Alliance that provisions will need to be made in the Memorandum of Understanding for: (a) approval of annual budgets; (b) approval of annual work plans; and (c) compliance with the Authority's purchasing policies. Report prepared by: Brian Denney, Ext. 242 A19a Authority Meeting #9/97, October 31, 1997 RES. #A248/97 - LIVING MACHINE PROJECT Construction of a waste treatment facility at the Kortright Centre Public/Private partnership for the construction and operation of a biological waste treatment facility to both process waste water from the Kortright Centre and create a unique educational experience. (PUAB Res. #E40/97) Moved by: Richard Whitehead Seconded by: Jim McMaster THA T the development of the Kortright Living Machine be approved contingent on funding for the project being secured; THA T staff be authorized to pursue funding and additional partners for the project; AND FURTHER THAT staff report at future meetings of the Board on project management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED RES. #A249/97- DRIVING RANGE PROPOSAL Bruce's Mill Conservation Area Approval to proceed with development, by the Authority, of a golf driving range at Bruce's Mill Conservation Area. PUAB Res. #E41/97, #E42/97) Moved by: Lorna Bissell Seconded by: Bev Salmon THAT staff proceed with development of a golf driving range at Bruce's Mill as outlined in the staff report dated, September 28, 1997; THA T staff be authorized to use Authority reserve funds to finance the project, contingent upon those funds being paid back to the reserves over a period of three years, using revenues from the driving range operation: AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to prepare a report addressing any impact the proposed development of a driving range at Bruce's Mill Conservation Area may have on the environment. ............................................. CARRIED Authority Meeting #9/97. October 31. 1997 A199 NEW BUSINESS MOTION OF APPRECIATION RES. #A250/97 Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Richard Whitehead THAT Ms. Rose Hasner, staff photographer, be recognized for her continued work and attention in preparing presentations and photographs for special events within the Authority. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED TERMINA TION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11 :25 a.m. on October 31, 1997. Richard O'Brien J. Craig Mather Chair Secretary- Treasurer pI. ~ . ", the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority MINUTES OF AUTHORITY MEETING #10/97 Page A200 November 28, 1997 Meeting #10/97 of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority was held on Friday, November 28, 1997, at the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village. The Chair, Richard O'Brien, called the meeting to order at 10:10 a.m. PRESENT Patrick Abtan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Maria Augimeri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Margaret Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member lIa Bossons .................................................. Member Victoria Carley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Raymond Cho ................................................ Member Michael Di Biase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Shirley Eidt .................................................. Member Lois Griffin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Lois Hancey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice-Chair Jim McMaster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Richard O'Brien ................................................. Chair Case Ootes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Donna Patterson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Paul Raina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Bev Salmon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Deborah Sword ............................................... Member REGRETS Randy Barber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Lorna Bissell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Norman Kelly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Eldred King .................................................. Member Joan King ................................................... Member Gerri Lynn O'Connor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Paul Palleschi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Enrico Pistritto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Maja Prentice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Richard Whitehead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member RES. #A251/97 - MINUTES Moved by: Donna Patterson Seconded by: Patrick Abtan THA T the Minutes of Meeting #9/97, held on October 31, 1997 be approved. .. CARRIED A201 Authority Meeting #10/97, November 28. 1997 DELEGA TION (a) Mayor Wayne Arthurs of the Town of Pickering, spoke in support of the Waterfront 2001-Mayors Task force on Pickering's Waterfront. Please refer to Page A220. RES. #A252/97 - DELEGATION Moved by: Shirley Eidt Seconded by: Donna Patterson THA T the above noted delegation from (a) Mayor Wayne Arthurs, be received.. . CARRIED CORRESPONDENCE (a) A letter, dated November 27, 1997, from The Harrison Family thanking the Chair, Dick O'Brien and Craig Mather, Chief Adminstrative Officer and Authority Members and staff for planting a memorial tree in memory of their father, a former Authority Member, Mr. Brian Harrison. RES. #A253/97 - CORRESPONDENCE Moved by: Shirley Eidt Seconded by: Donna Patterson THA T the above noted correspondence (a) from The Harrison Family, dated November 27, 1997, be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED PRESENT A TIONS (a) Mr. Larry Field presented the Chair and Members of the Authority with a proclammation entitled "Excellence on the Waterfront" presented to David Crombie and the Waterfront Regeneration Trust in partnership with the Authority, from the Waterfront Centre in Washington. D.C., USA. RES. #A254/97 - PRESENT A TIONS Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Patrick Abtan THAT the above-noted presentation (a) be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED Authority Meeting #10/97, November 28. 1997 A202 RES. #A255/97 - BRUCE'S MILL DRIVING RANGE Approval to proceed with site grading for the golf driving range at Bruce's Mill Conservation Area. Moved by: Victoria Carley Seconded by: Michael Di Biase THA T the proposal received from Ceecon, as attached, for site grading for the golf driving range at Bruce's Mill Conservation Area be approved at a price of $25,800; AND FURTHER THAT staff be authorized to proceed with this phase of the development in 1997. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED BACKGROUND At Meeting #9/97 held on October 31, 1997, the Authority, by Resolution #A249/97217, directed staff to proceed with the development of a golf driving range at Bruce's Mill Conservation Area. The first stage of this development is to carry out site grading to provide for proper sight lines, target areas and a raised tee area. Staff requested and received two proposals for this work based on a preliminary site survey. The cost estimates associated with these proposals were: Sartor and Susin $50,000 Ceecon $45,000 Subsequent to these initial proposals. Ceecon visited the site with their construction foreman and the golf pro from the Bradford Highlands Golf Club, and submitted a revised proposal involving an alternate grading plan. The revised proposal greatly reduces the amount of excavation and site disturbance required, and recommends retaining a major portion of the rolling landscape to add to the attractiveness of the site. The quoted price of $25,800 covers site preparation, and construction of a tee deck and raised target greens. Ceecon is the construction arm of King Ridge Investments which is owned by Michael Rice of Gormley. Mr. Rice is also part owner of the Bradford Highlands and Aurora Golf Clubs. RA TIONALE The proposal received from Ceecon provides for an attractive and workable driving range design at a cost significantly lower than the original proposal. Staff have reviewed the proposal with golf professionals from two different golf courses to provide for an independent assessment. These individuals felt the proposal was sound and offered positive comments with respect the site and the overall plan for the facility. It is hoped to have the driving range in operation for 1998 in order to meet targets for net revenue contained in the Authority's Business Plan. Given the imminent approach of winter. it is important that the initial phase of development proceed as soon as possible so that proposed time lines can be met. Staff feel that the Ceecon proposal is sound. and that little would be gained by seeking further quotations or by initiating a time consuming formal tender process. A203 Authority Meeting #10/97. November 28. 1997 FINANCIAL DETAILS Funds to proceed with the proposed work are included in the 1997 Conservation Areas Capital Budget. For information contact: Andy Wickens, Ext. 252 Authority Meeting #10/97, November 28, 1997 A204 Attachment #1 ;- - CEECON The Mill Range November 3,1997 Bruce's Mill Conservation Area Stouffville, Ontario Attention Mr. A. Leach Dear Sir Pursuant to recent discussion we confirm the following price quotanon for work required at the proposed Mill Driving Range. The work is to be completed in accordance with the preliminary drawing prepared by us dated October 30,1997. The proposed price to complete the work required is 525,800.00 plus GST. Included in the work is the following: Finalize drawings for approval of The Mill Range. Set all grade stakes on site. Strip topsoil to work areas. Build tee deck as shown on drawing finished grade to 4" (+-). Cut north east comer of site (9000 sm) to meet proposed site grade. Replace top soil to effected areas. Build target greens as provided on drawing. Greens to be built from on site material. Import additional fill as required. Place topsoil on target greens and around all effected areas. Set grade to 4" (+-). 15 Gonuley Industrial Avenue Phone (905) 888 - 1277 Unit # 3 Fax (90S) 888 - 1440 Gormley, Ontario LOHIGO A205 Authority Meeting #10/97, November 28, 1997 Attachment #2 . ~ - Not Included: Removal of tree line. Sod, seeding etc. granular asphalt etc. for tee deck. Silt fences if required. Berm as shown on plans. : Authority Meeting #10/97, November 2e, 1997 A206 RES. #A256/97 - FRENCHMAN'S BAY - WEST ROUGE CANOE CLUB Extension of Agreement. To extend the agreement with the West Rouge Canoe Club on a temporary basis from November 1, 1997 to October 31, 1998 for the existing location on the west spit of Frenchman's Bay. (Executive Committee Res. #B165/97) Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Jim McMaster THA T the request to extend the temporary licence agreement with the West Rouge Canoe Club for a paddling facility on Frenchman's Bay for the period from November 1, 1997 to October 31, 1998 be approved; THA T the Council of the Town of Pickering be requested to concur with the extension to the temporary lease agreement; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action is required in connection with the establishment of the West Rouge Canoe Club paddling facility, including the execution of appropriate documents. . . . . .. CARRIED A207 Authority Meeting #10/97, November 28. 1997 RES. #A257/97 - REVISED REGION OF PEEL OFFICIAL PLAN Proposed Settlement of Environmental/Aggregate Policies Report on the settlement discussions concerning the Greenlands and Aggregate policies and schedules of the Region of Peel Official Plan as related to the upcoming Ontario Municipal Board hearing. (Executive Committee Res. #B166/97) Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Jim McMaster WHEREAS negotiations and discussions with the Region of Peel and other parties has led to the preparation of a revised draft Region of Peel Official Plan, dated October 31, 1997; and WHEREAS the revised Official Plan is to be recommended for approval by Regional Council at their meeting of December 18, 1997; and WHEREAS the Region's Solicitor has requested parties to execute a "Confirmation of Settlement" form confirming our support of the proposed revisions and to request the Ontario Municipal Board to incorporate these revisions into the Official Plan; and WHEREAS staff is satisfied that the proposed revisions address the major concerns raised by The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority in their appeal of the Region of Peel Official Plan; and WHEREAS there remain a few outstanding issues; THA T the Ontario Municipal Board and the Region of Peel be informed that The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority supports the Region of Peel Official Plan as revised and authorizes staff to execute the "Confirmation of Settlement", upon resolving all outstanding issues. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED Authority Meeting #10/97. November 28, 1997 A208 RES. #A258/97 - EXCHANGE OF LANDS/VICINITY OF RODD A VENUE, PICKERING George M. Deane, John B. McCarten and Joseph Pitino CFN 12166. Receipt of a request from George M. Deane, John B. McCarten and Joseph Pitino, to explore the possibility of a land exchange involving parcels of surplus Authority lands situate in the Rodd Avenue Area, Town of Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham. (Executive Committee Res. #B174/97) Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Jim McMaster THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of an offer from George M. Deane, John B. McCarten and Joseph Pitino, the owners of 541 Rodd Avenue to enter into an exchange involving surplus Authority owned lands, in the Rodd Avenue area of the Town of Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham; AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority, that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to proceed with the exchange in this instance; THAT the Authority enter into an exchange of lands on the following basis: (1 ) George M. Deane, John B. McCarten and Joseph Pitino will convey to the Authority an irregular shaped parcel of land improved with a two-storey dwelling and containing 0.35 acres, more or less, (0.14 hectares) being Part of Block A, Plan 233, Town of Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham, together with a right of way at all times in common with others and together with a further right of way according to Instrument No. 136971; (2) The Authority will convey to George M. Deane, John B. McCarten and Joseph Pitino, two parcels of vacant land, to be severed into five (5) lots, containing 0.856 acres, (0.346 hectares) more or less, being Part of Lot 30, Range 2, Broken Front Concession, Town of Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham subject to the following terms and conditions: a. The lands are to be used for single family residential purposes only and must conform to the Town of Pickering's R4 zoning; continued.. . A209 Authority Meeting #10/97. November 28. 1997 b. The purchaser acknowledges that the Authority retains lands in the vicinity that will be used for park purposes and the purchaser agrees not to object to such uses or the Authority's plans for development of a park so long as the uses within 150 feet of the property are limited to conservation purposes for two years following the closing date and is to provide such assurances that may be required by the Authority, that the purchaser or its successors in title, will not object to any such uses; (3) The Authority will pay to George M. Deane, John B. McCarten and Joseph Pitino, the sum of $10,000.00; (4) On closing, the Authority shall lease back to George M. Deane, John B. McCarten and Joseph Pitino, 541 Rodd Avenue, for a term of 10 years at the rate of two ($2.00) per annum, with an one year option subject to the following terms and conditions: George M. Deane, John B. McCarten and Joseph Pitino shall: i. Pay all realty taxes, including local improvement charges; ii. Be responsible for all utility costs including heat, water, gas, telephone and electricity and for all maintenance, repairs, alterations, cleaning, landscaping and snow removal; iii. Obtain and pay for all public liability insurance in a form and content satisfactory to the Authority; iv. Obtain and pay for fire and other perils insurance on the dwelling for the full replacement value in a form and content satisfactory to the Authority; v. Not assign or sublet the dwelling or the property; (5) George M. Deane, John B. McCarten and Joseph Pitino as adjoining land owners have agreed to waive their rights to the ravine portion of the road allowance immediately east of 535 Rodd Avenue to facilitate the acquisition of the road allowance by the Authority; (6) Completion of this sale will be subject to any planning act approvals that may be required; (7) Any additional conditions as deemed appropriate by the Authority solicitor; THA T the sale be subject to the Approval of the Minister of Natural Resources, in accordance to Section 21 (2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27 as amended; continued.. . Authority Meeting #10/97. November 28. 1997 A210 AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of any necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A259/97 MOTION - Executive Committee Res. #8176/97 Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Case Ootes THAT staff be directed to proceed in allocating $25,000 for a preliminary engineering report on the design and implementation of the Living Machine Project at the Kortright Centre for Conservation; AND FURTHER THAT a more detailed report on this project be brought forward to the next Authority Meeting to be held on November 28, 1997. The following report was circulated directly at the meeting. RES. #A260/97 - LIVING MACHINE PROJECT Construction of a waste treatment facility at the Kortright Centre Design and construction of a biological waste treatment facility to both process waste water from the Kortright Centre and create space for a unique educational experience. Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Case Ootes THA T the project budget for the Living Machine Project at the Kortright Centre for Conservation be set at $820,000; THAT staff be directed to proceed in allocating $25,000 for a preliminary engineering report on the design and implementation of the Project; THA T staff be authorized to hire Russell Associates Inc. to design the waste water treatment building and coordinate the implementation of the Project for a maximum fee of $97,400; THAT staff be authorized to utilize funds committed to date to proceed with the construction of the Living Machine building component, estimated to be $390,000, once a design has been finalized; A211 Authority Meeting #10/97, November 28. 1997 THA T staff be authorized to solicit formal proposals for the design and installation of a biological waste water treatment facility; THAT The Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto be requested to adopt this as a fund raising project; AND FURTHER THAT staff, in conjunction with the Foundation, continue to pursue funding and partners to secure funds to complete the biological waste water treatment and solar energy components of the facility. AMENDMENT RES. #A261/97 Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Case Ootes THA T for the information of the Board, staff prepare a report on the final design concept of the Living Machine Project and forward to Authority Meeting #12/97, to be held on January 30, 1998. THE AMENDMENT WAS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND At Meeting #9/97, the Full Authority adopted Resolution #A248/97: "THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THA T the development of the Kortright Living Machine be approved contingent on funding for the project being secured; THA T staff be authorized to pursue funding and additional partners for the project; AND FURTHER THA T staff report at future meetings of the Board on project management. " At Meeting #9/97 the Executive Committee received a verbal communication regarding the status of the Living Machine Project with the following resolution adopted: Res.#B176/97 "THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THA T staff be directed to proceed in allocating $25,000 for a preliminary engineering report on the design and implementation of the Living Machine Project at the Kortright Centre for Conservation; Authority Meeting #10/97, November 28, 1997 A212 AND FURTHER THA T a more detailed report on this project be brought forward to the next Authority Meeting to be held on November 28, 1997." Recently the Kortright Centre has experienced difficulties with its existing septic system. During peak attendance, high sewage volumes require that the septic tank be frequently pumped out to lesson the load on the aging and inefficient tile bed. Even then the tile bed is not always able to process the higher volume of grey water and water sometimes ponds on the ground above the bed. In order to address ongoing maintenance issues as well as concerns from York Region health officials, staff at Kortright began to look into replacing the existing system with a non-conventional waste water treatment facility. To date staff have had exploratory discussions with a number of environmental companies capable of designing, installing and commissioning biological waste water treatment facilities. These discussions were undertaken with the understanding that should project funding and Board approvals be forthcoming, formal proposals would be solicited by the Authority. In August, staff were approached, through Conservation Ontario, by senior representatives of Dofasco Steel and Noranda Metallurgy, who were interested in promoting their products while contributing to a unique environmental project with long term promotional opportunities. Staff presented the idea of partnering with the Authority to construct a building at Kortright to house a biological waste water treatment facility. Both Dofasco and Noranda were very enthusiastic with this proposal and agreed to partner with the Authority, provided that construction of the new building would be advanced enough by May 19. 1998, to allow for an international steel industry conference tour and ceremonial opening. In order to expedite the process, Dofasco and Noranda hired the architectural firm of Russell Associates Inc. to prepare a conceptual design and preliminary cost estimate for the wastewater treatment building. In addition, they have committed to fund approximately 25 percent of the total cost of the project, and to work with Authority staff to secure additional funds andlor building materials. The proposed steel and glass building will be designed with heating and energy systems which utilize solar energy, ground source heating. and photovoltaic technology. In addition, the building space will be designed to integrate the Authority's environmental education programming needs. The objectives of the project are as follows: . Create a world class example of recyclability highlighting a waste water recycling system, powered by the sun, placed within a recyclable building at Canada's largest environmental education centre. . Construct a building, to house the system, that showcases practical, functional and recyclable building products. . Install a working demonstration of waste water treatment process using ecological engineering principles (i.e. Living Machine). . Serve as a pilot project for local municipalities exploring new waste treatment technologies. . Show the advantages of passive heating and cooling design with energy efficient ground source heat pumps. A213 Authority Meeting #10/97, November 28. 1997 . Use photovoltaic technology to power the system and generate a surplus that will be returned to the hydro grid. . Provide educational programs on all the unique features of the building and it's systems for schools, industry and the general public. . Create a unique environmental classroom and meeting space. Living Machine Technoloav Living Machines are natural wastewater treatment systems designed using a whole systems approach to environmental technology. These systems are designed to replicate and accelerate the natural purification processes of ponds and marshes. The waste flows first to buried anaerobic reactors where the waste begins to be digested by microbial communities. It then goes to a closed aerobic reactor and from there into open aerobic tanks in a "greenhouse" setting. The open tanks have diverse aerobic environments of plants and animals and the various biological communities "clean" the water as it flows through. The final stages finish the water through an artificial wetland. Water would then be UV radiated and returned to the Centre for reuse in their toilets. Proiect Partners The following private and public partners have already committed dollars and materials to the project: American Steel and Iron Institute (represented by Dofasco) International Zinc Association (represented by Noranda) The Regional Municipality of York - Public Works Department The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto - Public Works Department The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority RA TIONALE Kortright staff had been exploring the advantages of the Living Machine technology, as a replacement for the Centre's aging septic system, for the last year. The technology offers an exciting alternative to a standard below ground septic system. The reduction of water flow, from the recycling process, will reduce water usage at the Centre by more than 50%. This will dramatically reduce the load on the Centre's well and prolong the life of the existing tile bed. During times of heavy visitation water pressure to the Centre and the capacity of the tile bed have been a matter of concern. The addition of the living machine building will provide not only access to the living machine process but offer a unique setting for environmental studies in general. It's unique design will offer a pleasant tropical setting, even in the depths of winter, that is completely self sufficient. The addition of this new teaching space will allow for additional revenue activities and programs. Authority Meeting #10/97, November 28, 1997 A214 Russell Associate's involvement with the project to date has been very beneficial. Not only have they presented the Authority with a very interesting and innovative building concept, but have also demonstrated that they are very capable of designing buildings using pre- engineered and fabricated construction elements. Reference inquiries by Authority staff have proven to be very positive. Therefore, given Russell Associates' expertise with this particular type of building technology, Dofasco's confidence in this firm, and the significant time restrictions on this project, staff recommend that this architectural firm be retained to finalize the design of the facility and oversee its construction. FINANCIAL DETAILS Preliminary Proiect Costs Building Costs $390,000 Living Machine Treatment Process $200,000 Building Services $150,000 (photovoltaics, sun shutters, heat pumps and other services) Landscaping and plantings $ 80.000 Total $820.000 Caoital Funding The Authority would commit up to $100,000 which would be the equivalent cost of replacing the existing Kortright tile bed. The primary partners have committed: American Steel and Iron Institute (represented by Dofasco) - $25,000 plus building materials from individual members * - Fund raising support from senior management International Zinc Association (represented by Noranda) - $100,000 plus building materials from individual members * - Fund raising support from senior management - Guaranteed a preliminary fee of $10,000 to the architect if the project does not continue * Estimated value of building materials $125,000 Public Works departments at the Regional Municipality of York and The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto have been contacted and have indicated interest in providing some funding for specific components of the project. We have identified other industry partners and donations are anticipated but we anticipate that additional funding of approximately $400,000 will be needed to complete the project. Federal and Provincial Ministries are being approached as well as Ontario Hydro, other manufacturers and private foundations. A215 Authority Meeting #10/97, November 28, 1997 Design And Proiect Manaoement Costs Preliminary Environmental Engineering $25,000 Building Design (7 percent of project cost) $57,400 Project Coordination (5 percent of project cost) $40,000 The total budget of $820,000 is inclusive of these fees. For information contact: Nick Saccone,Ext. 301 RES. #A262/97 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Lois Hancey THA T Section II, of Executive Committee Minutes #9/97, held November 14, 1997, be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED SECTION II ITEMS: Nugget Construction Company (Executive Committee Res. #B 167/97, #B 168/97) Applications for Permits further to Ontario Regulation 1 58 (Executive Committee Res. #B169/97, #B170/97) Exchange of Lands/Vicinity of Rodd Avenue (Executive Committee #B173/97) Exchange of Lands/Vicinity of Rodd Avenue (Executive Committee #B174/97) Motel Strip (Humber Bay Shores) Public Amenity Area Study (Executive Committee Res. #B175/97) RES. #A263/97 - 1997 FINANCIAL PROGRESS REPORT NO.2 For the Period Jan. 1 to Sept. 28, 1997. This is an update to the Financial Progress Report No. 1 submitted to the Board at its meeting held Sept. 5, 1997. (F&BD Meeting #6/97) Moved by: Case Ootes Seconded by: Jim McMaster THA T the 1997 Financial Progress Report No.2 be received; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to report to the Authority as necessary on action taken to complete the 1997 Business Plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #10/97. November 28. 1997 A216 RES. #A264/97 - 1998 PRELIMINARY ESTIMATES, OPERATING AND CAPITAL AND DRAFT 1998 - 2000 BUSINESS PLAN Presentation of the 1998 Preliminary Estimates, Operating and Capital and Draft 1998- 2000 Business Plan. (F&BD Meeting #6/97) Moved by: Case Ootes Seconded by: Jim McMaster THA T the 1998 Preliminary Estimates, Operating and Capital, and draft 1998-2000 Business Plan be approved as the basis for the 1998 Final Budget and for discussion with the Authority's funding partners; AND FURTHER THAT the Chair of the Authority, the Chair of the Finance and Business Development Advisory Board and Staff be directed, as necessary, to meet with representatives of the Authority's funding partners and respond to their budget information requests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED RES. #A265/97 - PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE FINANCE AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY BOARD'S TERMS OF REFERENCE Due to the restructuring of The Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto and the setting up of a Development Office within the Authority staff structure, it is necessary to develop an appropriate reporting mechanism to the Authority to deal with the various strategies and programs related to marketing and fundraising (F&BD Meeting #6/97). Moved by: Case Dotes Seconded by: Jim McMaster THAT the Terms of Reference of the Finance and Business Development Advisory Board be revised to include responsibility for the development of strategies and programs related to marketing and fundraising. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED RES. #A266/97 - SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR INFORMATION Moved by: Patrick Abtan Seconded by: Paul Raina THAT the Accounts Receivable Status Report, of Section IV, of Finance and Business Development Advisory Board Minutes #6/97, held on November 14, 1997 be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A217 Authority Meeting #10/97, November 28, 1997 RES. #A267/97 - MTRCA ROLE - METROPOLITAN TORONTO REMEDIAL ACTION PLAN Role of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (MTRCA) as joint lead agency with the Waterfront Regeneration Trust (WRT) in the implementation of the Remedial Action Plan for Metropolitan Toronto. (WMAB Res. #D118/97) Moved by: Donna Patterson Seconded by: Bev Salmon THAT the staff report on the MTRCA role in implementing the Metropolitan Toronto Remedial Action Plan be received; THA T the Authority formally endorse the Memorandum of Understanding between the Waterfront Regeneration Trust, Environment Canada and the Ministry of Environment to implement the Metro RAP 1997 - 2000; THA T appropriate officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto and the execution of any document; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to provide the Authority with annual work plans and periodically provide progress reports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A268/97 - DRAFT WORK PLAN FOR THE DON WATERSHED REGENERA TION COUNCIL (1998-2000) Draft Work Plan for the Don Watershed Regeneration Council - 1998 to 2000. (WMAB Res. #D119/97) Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Paul Raina THA T the draft Work Plan for the Don Watershed Regeneration Council be received; AND FURTHER THAT the new Don Watershed Regeneration Council be requested to finalize this plan and report back to the Watershed Management Advisory Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #10/97, November 28. 1997 A218 This item was deferred at the Watershed Management Advisory Board Meeting by Res. #D120/97. YORK REGION LONG TERM WATER SUPPLY AND YORK/DURHAM TRUNK SEWER MASTER PLANS Receipt of two Master Plan documents on the long term water supply and sewer system for the' Region of York and potential impacts on policies and programs of the Authority. RES. #A269/97 - CANADIAN HERITAGE RIVERS BOARD 1999 Annual Meeting Hosting the 1999 Annual Meeting of the Canadian Heritage Rivers Board. (WMAB Res. #D121/97) Moved by: Donna Patterson Seconded by: Bev Salmon THA T staff be directed to send a letter to the Manager, Canadian Heritage Rivers System expressing the Authority's interest in hosting the 1999 Annual Meeting of the Canadian Heritage Rivers Board and assist with making the necessary arrangements. . . . . CARRIED RES. #A270/97 - HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE Minutes of Meeting #1/97 The minutes of the Humber Watershed Alliance meeting #1/97 are provided for information. (WMAB #D 122/97) Moved by: Donna Patterson Seconded by: Deborah Sword THA T the minutes of the Humber Watershed Alliance #1/97, be received. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A219 Authority Meeting #10/97, November 28, 1997 RES. #A271/97 - TRILLIUM FOUNDATION PROJECT Multi-Cultural Environmental Stewardship Information on the Multi-Cultural Environmental Stewardship Project in the Humber and Don River watersheds. (WMAB Res. #D123/97) Moved by: Deborah Sword Seconded by: lIa Bossons THA T the staff report on the Multi-Cultural Environmental Stewardship Project be received; AND FURTHER THAT staff provide progress reports to the Authority as this project is implemented. AMENDMENT RES. #A272/97 Moved by: Case Ootes Seconded by: Jim McMaster THA T staff forward a report to the Authority on the breakdown of in-kind services; specifically what in-kind services have already been committed and are to be committed and included in the request for an additional $10-40,000; AND FURTHER THAT staff address future requests for in-kind service for the Community Development for Multi-Cultural Stewardship Project. THE AMENDMENT WAS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED Authority Meeting #10/97, November 28, 1997 A220 RES. #A273/97 - THE DOWNSVIEW LANDS STORMWATER MANAGEMENT AND HEADWATERS RESTORATION PROJECT Development of a stormwater management and headwaters restoration plan and the initiation of a small demonstration habitat project on the former Canadian Forces Base Downsview. (WMAB Res. #D124/97) Moved by: Maria Augimeri Seconded by: Michael Di Biase THAT the development of a Storm water Management and Headwaters Restoration Project on the Downsview Lands be endorsed; THA T staff be directed to assist the Canada Lands Company Ltd. in the development and implementation of the Storm water Management and Headwaters Restoration Project on the Downsview Lands; AND FURTHER THAT staff report on the preferred storm water management and headwaters restoration concept plan to the Authority, the Humber Watershed Alliance and the Don Regeneration Council, when available. ........................ CARRIED RES. #A274/97 - CARRUTHERS CREEK WATERSHED, HYDROLOGY/HYDRAULICS AND STORMWATER MANAGEMENT STUDY Adoption of updated Hydrology/Hydraulics and a Stormwater Management Strategy for the Carruthers Creek. (WMAB Res. #D126/97) Moved by: Donna Patterson Seconded by: Bev Salmon THAT the Carruthers Creek Watershed, HydrologylHydraulics and Stormwater Management Study be received; THA T the recommendations of the study for managing storm water related to minimizing flooding on the Carruthers Creek be adopted as the criteria for dealing with the need for stormwater control on future development and that first flush control for the 25 mm rainfall, stored and released over a 24 hour period, be adopted as the minimum criteria to address erosion and water quality concerns within the Carruthers Creek watershed in compliance with M.O.E. standards; AND FURTHER THAT each of the municipalities within the Carruthers Creek watershed be requested to endorse the study recommendations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A221 Authority Meeting #10/97, November 28, 1997 RES. #A275/97 - EXHIBITION CREEK - STREAM CORRIDOR RESTORATION PROJECT On behalf of the Town of Markham, Authority staff are proposing to co-ordinate the design, construction, monitoring and maintenance of a stream corridor restoration project on Exhibition Creek, Rouge River Watershed. (WMAB Res. #D127/97) Moved by: Victoria Carley Seconded by: Michael Di Biase THA T Authority staff be directed to proceed with the restoration of the stream corridor in a reach of Exhibition Creek in the vicinity of 16th Avenue and Highway # 48 (Anderson Ave.) subject to finalization of an agreement with the Town of Markham. . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED RES. #A276/97 - METRO TORONTO REMEDIAL ACTION PLAN IMPLEMENT A TION Mud Creek Restoration and Wetlands - Don Valley Brick Works Metro RAP Capital funds in the amount of $35,000 be approved by the Authority for the Mud Creek Restoration and Wetlands Project. (WMAB Res. #D 1 28/97) Moved by: Donna Patterson Seconded by: Bev Salmon THA T the allocation of $35,000 of Metro RAP Capital funds for the Mud Creek Restoration Project be approved. .................................. CARRIED RES. #A277/97 - THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO V ALLEY AND SHORELINE REGEN ERA TION PROJECT Erosion at the rears of 62-66 Creek wood Drive, City of Scarborough Highland Creek Watershed. Staff report of the erosion occurring at the rears of 62-66 Creekwood Road, City of Scarborough. (WMAB Res. #D 129/97) Moved by: Donna Patterson Seconded by: Bev Salmon THA T staff include the erosion site at the rears of 62 - 66 Creekwood Drive City of Scarborough in the Pool of Erosion Sites in Metropolitan Toronto and proceed with remedial work as soon as funding can be assigned. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #10/97, November 28. 1997 A222 RES. #A278/97 - MILNE RESERVOIR FISHWA Y PROJECT Development of a letter of intent with the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, the Ministry of Natural Resources, Law Development Corporation and Ontario Streams for the implementation of a fishway at the Milne Reservoir in the Town of Markham. (WMAB Res. #0130/97) Moved by: Donna Patterson Seconded by: Bev Salmon THA T staff be directed to participate in the preparation of a letter of intent to design and construct a fish ladder at the Milne Reservoir Dam. ..................... CARRIED RES. #A279/97 - REGIONAL PARKS SURROUNDING THE NEW CITY Developing Conservation Areas for the Next Century Familiarization of the Board with the larger issues facing the Authority's Conservation Areas and discussion of approaches to resolve these issues. (PUAB Res. #E46/97) Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Margaret Black THA T the staff report and presentation on Regional Parks Surrounding the New City be received; AND FURTHER THAT a subcommittee of the Public Use Advisory Board be formed to examine and report on solutions to the issues facing the Conservation Areas, as outlined in the report. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED A223 Authority Meeting #10/97, November 28, 1997 RES. #A280/97 - USE OF PESTICIDES ON AUTHORITY MANAGED LANDS Clarification of policy and practice related to the use of herbicides and pesticides on Authority lands. (PUAB Res. #E47/97) Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Margaret Black THA T approval for the use of Glysophate on Authority managed lands be the responsibility of qualified field supervisors; THA T the use of other forms of chemical control of vegetation or pests on Authority lands accessible to the public be subject to the approval of the Manager, Conservation Areas and that application continue to be by licenced applicators; THA T restrictions on the use of pesticides in certain areas be as outlined in the Authority Safety Manual; THA T pesticide use, as required for cost effective operation, continue at the Authority tree nursery operation, and within the Authority's food service operations by licenced contractors; THA T the Authority pursue the use of alternatives to chemical pesticides, and apply the principles of integrated pest management on its lands; AND FURTHER THAT the Authority Safety Manual, Section 21 be so amended. . CARRIED Authority Meeting #10/97, November 28, 1997 A224 RES. #A281/97 - WATERFRONT 2001 - MAYOR'S TASK FORCE ON PICKERING'S WATERFRONT To present the findings in the Interim Report: Waterfront 2001 - Mayor's Task Force on Pickering's Waterfront. (PUAB Res. #E48/97) Moved by: Shirley Eidt Seconded by: Patrick Abtan THAT the Interim Report: Waterfront 2001 - Mayor's Task Force on Pickering's Waterfront be received; THAT The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority indicate its endorsement of the Interim Report's vision and recommendations as being consistent with an integrated watershed management approach and the program initiatives of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority; THA T staff be directed to work with the Task Force to finalize the report for submission to Pickering Council in early 1998; THAT upon acceptance of the Final Report by Pickering Council, the Waterfront 2001 vision and recommendations will provide the basis for subsequent multi-year capital projects for the Region of Durham waterfront within the jurisdiction of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority; AND FURTHER THAT the Mayor's Task Force, the Town of Pickering, the Regional Municipality of Durham and the Waterfront Regeneration Trust be so advised. . . CARRIED RES. #A282/97 - PETTICOAT CREEK CONCEPT PLAN Planning Process The preparation of a Concept Plan for the Petticoat Creek Conservation Area outlining future public uses, and establishment of a process for the development of the Plan. (PUAB Res. #E49/97) Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Margaret Black THA T staff be directed to proceed with the development of a Petticoat Creek Concept Plan; THA T staff be directed to establish an Advisory Committee, which would include members of the public, interested community groups and representatives from the Town of Pickering, to assist with the development of the plan and facilitate the opportunity for public input; AND FURTHER THAT the Town of Pickering be so advised. ............... CARRIED A225 Authority Meeting #10/97, November 28. 1997 NEW BUSINESS COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE RES. #A283/97 Moved' by: Michael Di Biase Seconded by: Lois Griffin THAT the Board move into closed session to discuss a personnel matter. . . . . .. CARRIED ARIS FROM COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE RES. #A284/97 Moved by: Deborah Sword Seconded by: Shirley Eidt THA T the Board rise from closed session; AND FURTHER THAT the two motions adopted in closed session be ratified by Authority Resolution #A285/97 and Resolution #A286/97 and not made public at this time due to the confidential nature of this personnel matter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Resolutions #A285/97 and #A286/97 were adopted in closed session and ratified publicly by recorded vote. Results of this vote are as follows and will accompany the resolutions when made public. Res. #A285/97 - Ratify Action Recorded Vote Patrick Abtan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yea lIa Bossons ..................................................... Yea Victoria Carley. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yea Raymond Cho ................................................... Yea Michael Di Biase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yea Shirley Eidt ..................................................... Yea Lois Griffin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yea Jim McMaster. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yea Richard O'Brien .................................................. Yea Case Ootes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nay Donna Patterson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yea Paul Raina. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yea Bev Salmon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yea Deborah Sword .................................................. Yea THE MOTION WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #10/97, November 28. 1997 A226 Res. #A286/97 Recorded Vote Patrick Abtan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yea lIa Bossons ..................................................... Yea Victoria Carley. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yea Raymond Cho . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yea Michael Di Biase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yea Shirley Eidt ..................................................... Yea Lois Griffin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yea Jim McMaster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nay Richard O'Brien .................................................. Yea Case Ootes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nay Donna Patterson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yea Paul Raina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nay Bev Salmon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yea Deborah Sword .................................................. Yea THE MOTION WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED TERMINATION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 12: 15 p.m. on November 28. 1997. Richard O'Brien J. Craig Mather Chair Secretary- Treasurer pI. ~ ", the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority MINUTES OF AUTHORITY MEETING #11/97 Page A227 December 19, 1997 Meeting #11/97 of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority was held on Friday, December 19, 1997, at the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village. The Chair, Richard O'Brien, called the meeting to order at 10: 1 0 a.m. PRESENT Patrick Abtan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Maria Augimeri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Lorna Bissell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Margaret Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Ila Bossons .................................................. Member Victoria Carley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Raymond Cho . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Michael Di Biase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Shirley Eidt .................................................. Member Lois Griffin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Lois Hancey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice-Chair Joan King . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Jim McMaster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Richard O'Brien ................................................. Chair Case Ootes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Donna Patterson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Enrico Pistritto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Paul Raina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Bev Salmon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Deborah Sword ............................................... Member Richard Whitehead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member REGRETS Randy Barber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Norman Kelly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Eldred King .................................................. Member Gerri Lynn O'Connor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Paul Palleschi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Maja Prentice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member GUESTS Bill Fisch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. York Region Dave Barrow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. York Region A228 Authority Meeting #11/97, December 19, 1997 MOTION OF APPRECIATION RES. #A287/97 Moved by: Donna Patterson Seconded by: All Members THA T Mrs. Lois Hancey be recognized by the Chair and all Members and staff of the Authority for her 25 years of dedication to this Authority, many of these years spent as Vice-Chair; AND FURTHER THAT Mrs. Hancey be thanked for filling in for the Chair over the years. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED RES. #A288/97 - MINUTES Moved by: Case Ootes Seconded by: Michael Di Biase THA T the Minutes of Meeting #10/97, held on November 28, 1997 be approved. CARRIED DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST Lois Hancey declared a conflict of interest with respect to an application for a permit from Magna International. Her son is affliated with this company. Authority Meeting #11/97, December 19J 1997 A229 RES. #A289/97 - GREENSPACE PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT 1996-2000 Flood Plain and Conservation Component I Don River Watershed 893458 Ontario Limited, CFN 28966 Purchase of property located south of Kirby Road. west of Dufferin Street, City of Vaughan, under the "Greenspace Protection and Acquisition Project 1996-2000" Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Don River Watershed. (Executive Committee Res. #B 180/97) Moved by: Michael Di Biase Seconded by: Lois Hancey THAT 8.523 acres, more or less, be purchased from 893458 Ontario Limited, said land consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of land being Part of Lot 30, Concession 3, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York and designated as Blocks 271 & 273 on a Draft Plan of Subdivision prepared by Schaeffer & Reinthaler Limited under their Job No. 96299 and 97046; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THA T the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements and the reservation of future easements required to service the development; THA T Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A230 Authority Meeting #11/97. December 19.1997 RES. #A290/97 - THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF MARKHAM Request for a permanent easement for access to the Kingdom Hall lands, located on the east side of McCowan Road, south of Highway No.7, Town of Markham, CFN 29070 Receipt of a request from The Corporation of the Town of Markham to provide a permanent easement for access to the Kingdom Hall lands, located on the east side of McCowan Road, south of Highway No.7, Town of Markham, Regional Municipality of York. Moved by: Michael Di Biase Seconded by: Lois Hancey THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from The Corporation of the Town of Markham to provide a permanent easement for access to the Kingdom Hall lands, located on the east side of McCowan Road, south of Highway No.7, Town of Markham, Regional Municipality of York; AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to cooperate with The Corporation of the Town of Markham in this instance; THAT a permanent easement containing 0.12 hectares, more or less, (0.3 acres) be granted to The Corporation of the Town of Markham for access to the Kingdom Hall lands, said land being Part of Lot 9, Concession 7, Town of Markham, Regional Municipality of York; THA T consideration is to be $2.00 plus all legal, survey and other costs; THAT the Corporation of the Town of Markham and Kingdom Hall be responsible for all future maintenance and capital replacement of the driveway, indemnifying the Authority and providing satisfactory public liability insurance; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED Authority Meeting #11/97, December 19, 1997 A231 RES. #A291/97 - GREENSPACE PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT 1996-2000 Flood Plain and Conservation Component I Humber River Watershed Hillard Mackenzie Allan and Mary Luella Allan CFN 10920. Purchase of property located at 276-288 King Street East in the Bolton area of the Town of Caledon, under the "Greenspace Protection and Acquisition Project 1996-2000" Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed. (Executive Committee Res. #B182/97) Moved by: Michael Di Biase Seconded by: Lois Hancey THAT 1.954 acres, more or less, consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of land, improved with a brick, one and a half storey, 1635 square foot residential dwelling with attached garage and a single storey 2430 square foot retail commercial structure with a 1300 square foot rear storage facility be purchased from Hillard Mackenzie Allan and Mary Luella Allan, said land being Part of the east half of Lot 8, Concession 7, Town of Caledon, (former Township of Albion), Regional Municipality of Peel; THAT the purchase price be $299,500 plus vendor's reasonable legal costs; THA T Hillard Mackenzie Allan and Mary Luella Allan have the right to retain possession of the property until November 30, 1999 subject to payment of $600.00 per month plus payment of realty taxes and all utilities supplied to the property; THA T the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; THA T the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required; AND FURTHER THAT resolution #A145/95 adopted by the Members of the Authority at Meeting #5/95 be rescinded. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A232 Authority Meeting #11/97, December 19, 1997 RES. #A292/97- GREENSPACE PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 1996-2000 Lake Ontario Waterfront, Scarborough Sector. William and Vera Brady CFN 22637. chase of property municipally known as 4 Wynnview Court, located in the City of Scarborough, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto. (Executive Committee Res. #B183/97) Moved by: Michael Di Biase Seconded by: Lois Hancey THA T 0.379 acres, more or less, consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of land, improved with a 1560 square foot bungalow designed by Raymond Moriyama, be purchased from William and Vera Brady, said land being Part of Lot 3, Registered Plan 4257, City of Scarborough, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and designated as Parts 4, 6, 7, 8 and 9 on Plan 64R-10715; THA T the purchase price be $450,000 together with payment of vendor's reasonable legal costs; THAT completion of the transaction be subject to The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto funding 50% of the cost of the purchase; THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #11/97. December 19, 1997 A233 RES. #A293/97 - GREENSPACE PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT 1996-2000 Flood Plain and Conservation Component I Humber River Watershed North Humber Investments Limited CFN 29171. Purchase of property located south of Major Mackenzie Drive, east of Islington Avenue, City of Vaughan, under the "Greenspace Protection and Acquisition Project 1996-2000" Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed (Executive Committee Res. #B184/97) Moved by: Michael Di Biase Seconded by: Lois Hancey THA T 3.330 acres, more or less, be purchased from North Humber Investments Limited, said land consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of land being Part of Lot 20, Concession 8, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York and designated as Block 224 on a Draft Plan of Subdivision prepared by Young & Young Surveying Inc. under their Project 97- B3085; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THA T the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A234 Authority Meeting #11/97, December 19, 1997 RES. #A294/97 - GREENSPACE PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT 1996-2000 Flood Plain and Conservation Component I Humber River Watershed Novastar Development Inc. CFN 29138 Purchase of property located south of Highway No.7, east of Kipling Avenue, City of Vaughan, under the "Greenspace Protection and Acquisition Project 1996-2000" Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed. (Executive Committee Res. #B185/97) Moved by: Michael Di Biase Seconded by: Lois Hancey THAT 0.504 acres, more or less, be purchased from Novastar Development Inc., said land consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of land being Part of Lot 102, Registrars Compiled Plan 9831, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York and designated as Block 42 on a Draft Plan of Subdivision prepared by Vladimir Krcmar Ltd. under their Job No. 9556M; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THA T the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED Authority Meeting #11/97. December 1,9, 1997 A235 RES. #A295/97 - GREENSPACE PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT 1996-2000 Flood Plain and Conservation Component I Rouge River Watershed Nineteenth Development Corp. CFN 29135. Purchase of property located on the south side of 19th Avenue, west of Bayview Avenue, Town of Richmond Hill, under the "Greenspace Protection and Acquisition Project 1996-2000" Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Rouge River Watershed. (Executive Committee Res. #B186/97) Moved by: Michae Di Bisae Seconded by: Lois Hancey THAT 4.15 acres, more or less, be purchased from Nineteenth Development Corp., said land consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of land being Part of Lot 55, Concession 1 E.Y.S., Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York and designated as Block 103 on a Draft Plan of Subdivision prepared by Guido Papa Surveying Ltd. under their Ref. No. 97-099; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THA T the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THA T Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A236 Authority Meeting #11/97, December 19, 1997 RES. #A296/97 - GREENSPACE PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT 1996-2000 Flood Plain and Conservation Component I Don River Watershed Miori Investments Limited. CFN 29136 Purchase of property located south of Major Mackenzie Drive, west of Keele Street, City of Vaughan, under the "Greenspace Protection and Acquisition Project 1996-2000" Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Don River Watershed. (Executive Committee Res. #B 187/97) Moved by: Michael Di Biase Seconded by: Lois Hancey THA T 4.683 acres, more or less, be purchased from Miori Investments Limited, said land consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of land being Part of Lot 19, Concession 4, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York and designated as Block 30 on a Draft Plan of Subdivision prepared by Schaeffer & Reinthaler Limited under their Job No. 87216; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THA T the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED Authority Meeting #11/97, December 19.1997 A237 RES. #A297/97- POTENTIAL DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS AUTHORITY LANDS Humber River WatershedlClaireville Area, City of Brampton CFN 27590 Receipt of two offers on the surplus parcel of Authority land located on the west side of the 8th Line, north of Steeles Avenue, City of Brampton, Regional Municipality of Peel. (Executive Committee Res. #B 188/97) Moved by: Michael Di Biase Seconded by: Lois Hancey THAT the Agreement of Purchase and Sale dated November 25, 1997, from Tara Homes Inc. and the Agreement of Purchase and Sale dated December 3, 1997, from Mr. Roland Vander Straeten, in Trust, for the surplus parcel of Authority land located on the west side of the 8th Line, north of Steeles Avenue, City of Brampton, Regional Municipality of Peel n21 be accepted; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to continue to negotiate with Tara Homes Inc., Mr. Roland Vander Straeten, in Trust and all other interested parties until such time as an acceptable offer is received whereupon the offer be referred to members of the Authority for consideration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A298/97 - A SHORT FORM OF THE NAME OF THE AUTHORITY A short form of the name of The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. (Executive Committee Res. #B189/97) Moved by: Case Ootes Seconded by: Richard Whitehead THAT the short form of the name of The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority be Toronto and Region Conservation. .......................... . . . . . .. CARRIED A238 . Authority Meeting #11/97, December 19. 1997 RES. #A299/97 - BOLTON ARTERIAL ROADS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT Town of Caledon, Region of Peel Receipt of proposed amendments (December 1, 1997) to the Bolton Arterial Roads (BARS) Environmental Assessment. (Executive Committee Res. #B194/97, #B195/97) Moved by: Michael Di Biase Seconded by: Lois Hancey THA T the proposed amendments to the Bolton Arterial Roads Environmental Assessment be received; THAT the Town of Caledon and the Minister of the Environment be advised that the proposed amendment to the eastern right-of-way alignment would satisfy the Authority's concerns; THAT the Town of Caledon be advised that the Authority's approval of the eastern right-of- way alignment does not preclude the Authority from not accepting proposals put forward by the Town for the western right-of-way alignment; THA T staff provide an interim report identifying issues on the amended western right-of- way alignment to the next Authority Meeting, to be held on December 19, 1997; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to report back to the Watershed Management Advisory Board should the amended western right-of-way alignment be adopted by Town Council as their preferred alternative. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . " CARRIED Authority Meeting #11/97. December 19, 1997 A239 The following staff report and recommendation was circulated directly at the meeting. RES. #A300/97 - BOL TON ARTERIAL ROADS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT SUPPLEMENT ARY REPORT Town of Caledon, Region of Peel Pursuant to a report to the Executive Committee regarding the receipt of proposed amendments to the Bolton Arterial Roads (BARS) Environmental Assessment, staff were directed to undertake a preliminary assessment of the western right-of-way alignment and report back to the Authority. Moved by: Michael Di Biase Seconded by: Lois Hancey THAT the Town of Caledon and Ministry of the Environment be advised that the Authority's approval of the western right-of-way alignment would be conditional upon the terms and conditions set out in this staff report; THA T the Town of Caledon be requested to provide written confirmation of their acceptance of the terms and conditions set out by The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to seek input from the Humber Watershed Alliance and then report to the Watershed Management Advisory Board in January with final recommendations concerning this matter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED BACKGROUND Authority staff reported on the receipt of proposed amendments to the Bolton Arterial Roads (BARS) Environmental Assessment at Executive Committee Meeting # 10/97, held December 12. 1997. That report should be read in conjunction with this supplementary report. At that meeting, the following resolution was adopted by the Executive Committee: "THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THA T the proposed amendments to the Bolton Arterial Roads Environmental Assessment be received; THA T the Town of Caledon and Minister of the Environment be advised that the proposed amendment to the eastern right-of-way alignment would satisfy the Authority's concerns; THA T the Town of Caledon be advised that the Authority's approval of the eastern right-of-way alignment does not preclude the Authority from not accepting proposals put forward by the Town for the western right-of-way alignment; A240 Authority Meeting #11/97, December 19, 1997 THA T staff provide an interim report identifying issues on the amended western right-of-way alignment to the next Authority Meeting, to be held on December 19, 1997; AND FURTHER THA T staff be directed to report back to the Watershed Management Advisory Board should the amended western right-of-way alignment be adopted by Town Council as their preferred alternative. U The Bolton Arterial Roads (BAR) Environmental Assessment proposes to secure a right-of- way alignment for a future two lane paved arterial road through the Authority's Bolton Resource Management Tract, an approximate 600 hectare (1500 acre) natural area. If this proposal is to proceed, it must be done in a way which improves the natural environment wherever possible. Council at the Town of Caledon has concluded that a new road is required to alleviate traffic concerns in downtown Bolton, and the recently proposed amended western right-of-way alignment (WN2 - Revised) is the preferred alignment. As outlined in previous staff reports and communications, the Town of Caledon's original preferred western right-of-way alignment (WN2) would result in significant impacts to the management and potential operation of the Bolton Resource Management Tract (BRMT), result in the severance of two parcels of Authority owned lands (one four acre parcel where the BAR crosses King Road and an approximate 100 acre parcel east of Duffy's Lane), and disrupt several headwater tributaries of the Humber River. The (WN2 - Revised) alignment is routed in close proximity to the existing Duffy's Lane right-of-way and avoids an extremely significant and sensitive area of habitat to the north east. The WN2 - Revised alignment would impact approximately 1.7 hectares comprised of several vegetation communities, including, coniferous swamp, aspen forest, coniferous and mixed plantations and an old field. The amended alignment would not eliminate our concerns with respect to the impacts on the management and operations of the Bolton Resource Management Tract; however the size of the severed parcel has been significantly reduced from 100 acres to approximately 31 acres. The amended alignment has eliminated the need to sever three headwater tributary ravines as originally contemplated, and will result in the replacement of the existing Duffy's Lane Humber River crossing with a structure of substantial size. The proposed new crossing will allow for the movement of people and wildlife and will result in a substantial improvement to the aquatic conditions along this reach. The modified alignment will also facilitate the decommissioning of a greater length of the existing Duffy's Lane through Authority lands. In the event that the Authority decides to accept the impacts associated with a major arterial road crossing the Bolton Resource Management Tract, the following conditions should apply. . The Authority has traditionally made lands available for municipal road widenings and servicing purposes at no cost. The Town of Caledon should be aware that since the optional alignment involves a substantial area of tableland where no road presently exists, the Authority may seek compensation for the land, if and when the road project proceeds, so that further greenspace acquisition could take place. Compensation would be based on the value of the additional land required for the new right-of-way, after allowances for the dedication to the Authority and complete Authority Meeting #11/97, December 19,1997 A241 decommissioning and restoration of that portion of Duffy's Lane on Authority lands that is no longer required for local traffic movement, including the removal of the existing Humber River crossing and reinstatement of natural banks; . Given the extent of Authority land holdings to the north of Bolton and the value of these large blocks of Authority lands as contiguous greenspaces. the Town of Caledon should seriously consider protecting these lands from any proposals for new road crossings between the Bolton Resource Management Tract and the north end of Albion Hills Conservation Area; . The connection from Duffy's Lane to the by-pass be shifted north of the tributary feature and minimize further encroachment into the Bolton Resource Management Tract parcel, maximizing the length of the existing Duffy's Lane right-of-way to be decommissioned; . The Humber Valley Heritage Trail Association has established a basic trail which links Bolton to Albion Hills Conservation Area, through these lands. Maintenance of the Regional Trail through the Bolton Resource Management Tract lands in the vicinity of the new arterial, and improvements such as the Humber River bridge should be accomplished as part of this road project; . Aquatic habitat creation projects in the area previously impacted by the Duffy's Lane crossing of the Humber River should be part of the detailed design phase of this project and put in place as part of the construction of the road; . Terrestrial habitat creation projects where the opportunity exists, including reforestation efforts and the creation of wetlands where conditions permit should be part of the final construction phase; . Storm water quality and quantity treatment for the runoff from all new impervious surfaces will need to be incorporated in the final design according to the best management practices at that time; . Archaeological assessment of resources and appropriate measures to protect them; . Interpretive signage along the new road; . Permits pursuant to Ontario Regulation 158. Authority staff will report on this matter to the Humber Watershed Alliance as well as the Watershed Management Advisory Board. and seek confirmation from the Town of Caledon regarding Council's acceptance of the terms ar:'d conditions outlined in this report. Report prepared by: Luch Ognibene, Ext. 284 & Sandra Malcic, Ext. 217 A242 Authority Meeting #11/97, December 19, 1997 RES. #A301/97 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Deborah Sword THAT Section II, of Executive Committee Minutes #10/97, held December 12, 1997, with the exception of World Pitch and Putt, Proposed Development which was deferred by Executive Committee Resolution #B 193/97, be received . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED SECTION II ITEMS: Applications for Permits further to Ontario Regulation 1 58 (Executive Committee Res. #B190/97, #B191/97) Removal and Disposal of Storm water Management Pond Sediments (Executive Committee Res. #B192/97) Living Machine Project (Executive Committee Res. #B194/97) TERMINA TION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11: 15 a.m. on December 19, 1997. Richard O'Brien J. Craig Mather Chair Secretary-Treasurer pI. ~ , the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority MINUTES OF AUTHORITY MEETING #12/97 Page A243 January 30, 1998 Meeting #12/97 of The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority was held on Friday, January 30, 1998, at the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village. The Chair, Richard O'Brien, called the meeting to order at 10: 10 a.m. PRESENT Patrick Abtan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Maria Augimeri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Randy Barber. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Victoria Carley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Raymond Cho ................................................ Member Lois Griffin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Lois Hancey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice-Chair Eldred King .................................................. Member Joan King ................................................. . . Member Jim McMaster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Richard O'Brien ................................................. Chair Case Ootes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Donna Patterson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Enrico Pistritto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Paul Raina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Deborah Sword ............................................... Member Richard Whitehead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member REGRETS Margaret Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Lorna Bissell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member lIa Bossons .................................................. Member Michael Di Biase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Shirley Eidt .................................................. Member Norman Kelly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Gerri Lynn O'Connor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Paul Palleschi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Maja Prentice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Bev Salmon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member ".. A244 Authority Meeting #12/97, January 30, 1998 The following list of members received service and recognition awards. The Chair presented to those in attendance. Ms. Lois Hancey was presented with a special collage in appreciation for her twenty-five years of service as an Authority member and as the Vice-Chair of the Authority for many of these years. Silver Logo Pins (3 years) Randy Barber Margaret Black Micheal Di Biase Norm Kelly Case Ootes Enrico Pistritto Gold Logo Pins and Lifetime Passes (6 vears) Lorna Bissell Victoria Carley Gerri Lynn O'Connor Paul Palleschi Paul Raina Deborah Sword Richard Whitehead ADpreciation Awards Patrick Abtan Victoria Carley Shirley Eidt Lois Griffin Norm Kelly Eldred King Joan King Case Ootes Enrico Pistritto Paul Raina Bev Salmon Deborah Sword Richard Whitehead MOTION OF APPRECIATION RES. #A302/97 Moved by: Patrick Abtan Seconded by: Donna Patterson THAT the Chair, members and staff of the Authority send their sincere appreciation to Mrs. Lois Hancey for her twenty-five years of most dedicated service to this Board, her many years of being Vice-Chair; and for her support and passion for conservation. . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #12/97, January 30, 1998 A245 RES. #A303/97 - MINUTES Moved by: Case Dotes Seconded by: Michael Di Biase THAT the Minutes of Meeting #10/97, held on November 28, 1997 be approved. CARRIED BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES Lois Hancey was shown as being absent from Meeting # 10/97. The minutes will be amended to show her as being present. CORRESPONDENCE (a) A letter, dated January 19, 1998 to the Chair of the Authority from the Clerk of the Township of Uxbridge, stating that: "THA T the Township of Uxbridge recommends that the name of the Authority be amended to read "The Toronto and Regions Conservation Authority." RES. #A304/97 - CORRESPONDENCE Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Paul Raina THA T the above-noted correspondence, dated January 19, 1998, from the Township of Uxbridge be received; AND FURTHER THAT this letter be forwarded to staff for review and further report. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED A246 Authority Meeting #12/97, January 30, 1998 RES. #A305/97 - CHANGE IN AUTHORITY ANNUAL MEETING DATE Recommended Change in the Timing of Future Annual Meetings The Authority's Annual Meeting has traditionally been held at the end of February. It is recommended that the date of the Annual meeting be moved back to avoid the long delay in having newly appointed members assume their responsibilities at the Authority. (Executive Committee Res. #B198/97). Moved by: Deborah Sword Seconded by: Case Ootes THAT the Authority's Annual Meeting for 1999, be held on January 29, 1999 and that all subsequent Annual Meetings be held at the end of January; and THAT the appended revised 1998199 Meeting Schedule, dated January 16, 1997, be approved and that staff notify the appropriate officials. .................. CARRIED RES. #A306/97 - LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO 1995-1999 Port Union Concept Site - Shoreline Improvements (Highland Creek to Rouge River) - Consultant Contract To extend the Totten Sims Hubicki and Associates contract for their consultant component of the Port Union Shoreline Improvements Study - Highland Creek to Rouge River. (Executive Committee Res. #B 199/7) Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Victoria Carley THAT the Totten Sims Hubicki and Associates contract for their consultant component of the Shoreline Improvements Study - Highland Creek to Rouge River - be extended by a further $12,500 excluding GST, bringing the total consultant contract cost to $20,000 excluding GST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #12/97, January 30, 1998 A247 RES. #A307/97 - REVISED PROJECT FOR THE ETOBICOKE MOTEL STRIP WATERFRONT PARK Her Majesty the Queen in Right of the Province of Ontario CFN 27780. Purchase of Crown Land in the former City of Etobicoke, City of Toronto required for the implementation of the Revised Project for the Etobicoke Motel Strip Waterfront Park. (Executive Committee Res. #B200/97) Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Victoria Carley THA T 62.000 acres, more or less, consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of land, be purchased from Her Majesty the Queen in Right of the Province of Ontario, said land being Part of Bed of Lake Ontario in front of Lots D, E, and F, Range D, Geographic Township of Etobicoke and in front of Lots 24, 25, 26, 27, 28 and 29, Registered Plan 1176 and in front of Water Lots in front of Lots 1 to 16, Registered Plan 1229 and Part of Water Lot Patented to John Duck July 17, 1877 as CLS 411783, City of Toronto (formerly in the City of Etobicoke, in the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto) and designated as Parts 5, 6 and 7 on Plan 66R-17043, Parts 4, 5, 6 and 7 on Plan 66R-17045, Parts 2 and 4 on Plan 66R-17042, Part 1 on Plan 66R-17098, Part 1 on Plan 66R-17133, Parts 9,10,12,14, and 15 on Plan 66R-16883, Parts 1,2,3,4,5,6, and 7 on Plan 66R-17097, Parts 1,2,3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 on Plan 66R-16882, Parts 1, 2, 3, and 4 on Plan of survey dated November 28, 1997 prepared by Bennet Young Limited and Parts 6, 7, 8 and 9 on Plan 66R-16886; THA T the purchase price be the nominal consideration of $802.50; THA T the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THA T Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A248 Authority Meeting #12/97. January 30, 1998 RES. #A308/97 - GREENSPACE PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 1996-2000 Lake Ontario Waterfront, Scarborough Sector Mary Breckenridge Cleary Mitchell Milloy CFN 121 54. Purchase of property municipally known as 147 Chesterton Shores, located in the Chesterton Shores area of the former City of Scarborough, now in the City of Toronto. (Executive Committee Res. #B201/97) Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Victoria Carley THAT 0.450 acres, more or less, consisting of a rectangular shaped parcel of land, improved with a detached, one and one-half storey frame dwelling, be purchased from Mary Breckenridge Cleary Mitchell Milloy, said land being all of Lot 164 and Part of Lot 165, Registered Plan 275, City of Toronto, (formerly in the City of Scarborough, in The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto), and designated as Part 16 on Plan 40R-1390; THAT the purchase price be $245,000., together with payment of vendor's reasonable legal and appraisal costs, with the owner to have the right to retain possession of the property until July 1, 2000, subject to payment of realty taxes and any and all other costs; THA T the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THA T Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED Authority Meeting #12/97, January 30, 1998 A249 RES. #A309/97 - WOODBRIDGE AVENUE (1995) DEVELOPMENTS INC. Request to relocate a right-of-way in the Woodbridge area of the City of Vaughan CFN 29199. Receipt of a request from Woodbridge Avenue (1995) Developments Inc. to relocate an existing Authority right-of-way in the Woodbridge area of the City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York. (Executive Committee Res. #B202/97) Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Victoria Carley THAT WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from Woodbridge Avenue (1995) Developments Inc. to relocate an existing Authority right- of-way located on their property, in the Woodbridge Area of the City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York; AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to cooperate with Woodbridge Avenue (1995) Developments Inc. in this instance; THAT the Authority enter into an exchange of right-of-ways on the following basis: (1 ) The Authority will release its interest in the parcel of land containing 0.105 acres, more or less, being Part of Lot 7, Concession 7, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, designated as Part 6 on Plan 65R-19796; (2) Woodbridge Avenue (1995) Developments Inc. will convey to the Authority a right- of-way containing 0.184 acres, more or less, being Part of Lot 7, Concession 7, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, designated as Parts 12, 13, 19 and 20 on a Plan of Survey prepared by Schaeffer & Reinthaler Limited, Ontario Land Surveyors under Job No. 97098-3D; (3) Woodbridge Avenue (1995) Developments Inc. is to pay to the Authority $1,000.00 to cover the Authority's administration costs for processing this transaction; (4) Woodbridge Avenue (1995) Developments Inc. is to be responsible for payment of all survey, legal and other costs associated with completing this transaction; (5) Completion of this transaction is subject to any Planning Act approvals that may be required; THA T the said release of right-of-way is subject to obtaining the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources, in accordance with Section 21 (2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27 as amended; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials are authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED A250 Authority Meeting #12/97, January 30. 1998 RES. #A310/97 - AJAX HYDRO ELECTRIC COMMISSION Request for a permanent easement for a 13.8 kv underground hydro cable on the Lake Ontario Waterfront in the vicinity of Pickering Beach Road CFN 24650. Receipt of a request from Ajax Hydro Electric Commission to provide a permanent easement for a 13.8 kv underground hydro cable, located on the Lake Ontario Waterfront, in the vicinity of Pickering Beach Road. (Executive Committee Res. #B203/97) Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Victoria Carley THAT WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from Ajax Hydro Electric Commission to provide a permanent easement for a 13.8 kv underground hydro cable located on the Lake Ontario Waterfront in the vicinity of Pickering Beach Road; AND WHEREAS it is in opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to co-operate with Ajax Hydro Electric Commission in this instance; THA T a permanent easement containing 0.133 hectares, more or less, (0.328 acres) be granted to Ajax Hydro Electric Commission for a 13.8 kv underground hydro cable, said land being Part of Lots 7 and 8, Range 2, Broken Front Concession, designated as Parts 1-7 inclusive on Plan 40R-16095, Town of Ajax, Regional Municipality of Durham; THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus an administration fee of $1,000.00 and all legal, survey and other costs; THA T said easement is subject to approval of the Minister of Natural Resources being obtained in accordance with Section 21 (2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27, as amended; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #12/97. January 30. 1998 A251 RES. #A311/97 - GREENSPACE PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 1996-2000 Flood Plain and Conservation Component I Rouge River Watershed Yorkland Brownstones Inc. CFN 29238. Purchase of property located north of Elgin Mills Road West, east of Yonge Street, Town of Richmond Hill, under the "Greenspace Protection and Acquisition Project 1996-2000" Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Rouge River Watershed. (Executive Committee Res. #B204/97) Moved by: Lois Hancey Seconded by: Victoria Carley THAT 0.377 acres, more or less, consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of vacant land, be purchased from York land Brownstones Inc., said land being Part of Lot 54, Concession 1, E.Y.S., in the Town of Richmond Hill, in The Regional Municipality York, and designated as Part 1 on Plan 65R-19808; THA T the purchase price be $2.00; THA T the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THA T Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED RES. #A312/97 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Richard Whitehead Seconded by: Enrico Pistritto THAT Section II, of Executive Committee Minutes #11/97, held January 16, 1998, with the exception of the Item Notice of Appeal, be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED SECTION II ITEMS: Revised Project for the Etobicoke Motel Strip Waterfront Park (March 1993) (Executive Committee Res. #B211/97) Applications for Permits further to Ontario Regulation 1 58 (Executive Committee Res. #B205/97. #B206/97, #B207/97) Pollution Prevention Handbook (Executive Committee Res. #B208/97) Ontario Regulation 158. Fill. Construction and Alteration to Waterway Permits (Executive Committee Res. #8209/97) A252 Authority Meeting #12/97, January 30. 1998 RES. #A313/97 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION NOTICE OF APPEAL Moved by: Deborah Sword Seconded by: Paul Raina THAT the Item Notice of Appeal, of Section II, of Executive Committee Minutes #11/97, held January 16, 1998, be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A314/97 - BOL TON ARTERIAL ROADS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT Town of Caledon, Region of Peel Pursuant to a report to the Authority regarding the receipt of proposed amendments to the Bolton Arterial Roads (BARS) Environmental Assessment, staff were directed to report to the Watershed Management Advisory Board in January with final recommendations concerning this matter. (WMAB Res. #D132/97) Moved by: Victoria Carley Seconded by: Eldred King THA T the proposed western right-of-way alignment is acceptable subject to the terms and conditions previously outlined by the Authority; AND FURTHER THAT the Town of Caledon and Ministry of the Environment be advised that the proposed amendment to the western right-of-way alignment would satisfy the Authority's concerns. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A315/97 - TRILLIUM FOUNDATION PROJECT Multi-cultural Environmental Stewardship Authority in-kind contributions to match Trillium Foundation funding for the purpose of involving visible minority groups in environmental stewardship initiatives. (WMAB Res. #D133/97) Moved by: Victoria Carley Seconded by: Eldred King THA T the staff report detailing the Authority's in-kind contribution of $40,000 over two years to implement environmental stewardship activities in cooperation with the Trillium Foundation Project be approved; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to proceed with the implementation of the Multi- cultural Environmental Stewardship Project including the execution of any documents and obtaining other necessary approvals to give effect thereto. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED Authority Meeting #12/97. January 30, 1998 A253 RES. #A316/97 - FEDERAL FISHERIES ACT Section 35 - Habitat Management (Section 35) Implementation A proposed agreement between TRCA and the Federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans to streamline the approach to fish habitat protection through land use development and permitting since the withdrawal of the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources (OMNR) from an interim agreement with the Federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) on September 18, 1997. (WMAB Res. #D 132/97) Moved by: Eldred King Seconded by: Victoria Carley THA T the report on Federal Fisheries Act Section 35 - Habitat Management Implementation be received; THA T staff be directed to continue to work with the Department of Fisheries and Oceans and Conservation Ontario to finalize and enter into a level 3 (Compensation Planning) agreement permitting the TRCA to perform Screening, Mitigation and Compensation Planning for fisheries habitat protection within our jurisdiction; AND FURTHER THAT in the event that the finalization of the attached draft generic agreement results in substantial changes which will have the effect of modifying the intent of the agreement, staff be directed to report back to the Board with the revised agreement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A254 Authority Meeting #12/97, January 30, 1998 RES. #A317/97 - FEES FOR AUTHORITY PLANNING SERVICES IN YORK REGION Recommended approval of fees for Conservation Authority planning services in York Region. (WMAB Res. #D135/97) Moved by: Victoria Carley Seconded by: Eldred King THAT The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, for the area of its jurisdiction lying within the Regional Municipality of York, adopt the Fees for Conservation Authority Planning Services, dated January 1998, as set out in Attachment 1 of this report under Section 21 (m.1) of the Conservation Authorities Act; THA T the fees for planning services be effective March 1, 1998; THA T the Region of York and the area municipalities be requested to assist the participating Conservation Authorities in collecting the preliminary analysis fee at the time of development application receipt; THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and the Lake Simcoe and Region Conservation Authority monitor and review the fees and related administrative arrangements with the Region of York, the area municipalities, and the development industry, after the first six and twelve months of implementation; AND FURTHER THAT staff review and report on any recommendations to adjust Toronto and Region Conservation Authoriy fees for Fill, Construction and Alteration to Waterway permits by May 1998. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #A318/97 - THE HUMBER RIVER WATERSHED FISHERIES MANAGEMENT PLAN Direction to seek a review of the Draft Humber River Watershed Fisheries Management Plan by member municipalities, provincial agencies, private consultants, non-government organizations, academics, the Department of Fisheries and Oceans and the Urban Development Institute. (WMAB Res. #D 136/97) Moved by: Patrick Abtan Seconded by: Deborah Sword THAT the Draft Humber River Watershed Fisheries Management Plan, dated January 1998, be received; THA T staff be directed to seek a review of the Draft Humber River Watershed Fisheries Management Plan by external agencies and groups; AND FURTHER THAT staff work with the Humber Alliance, Ministry of Natural Resources, municipalities, interest groups, the Urban Development Institute and other partners to implement the plan, subject to available funding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #12/97, January 30. 1998 A255 RES. #A319/97 - LOWER DON HABIT A T PROJECTS To provide information about the Lower Don Small Scale Aquatic Habitat Enhancement Projects (Lower Don Habitat Projects) which are currently underway. (WMAB Res. #D137/97) Moved by: Victoria Carley Seconded by: Eldred King THA T the staff report, dated January 12, 1998 be received for information. . . . CARRIED RES. #A320/97 - AQUA TIC PLANTS PROGRAM To provide information regarding the 1998 Aquatic Plants Program which is currently underway. (WMAB Res. #D 138/97) Moved by: Enrico Pistritto Seconded by: Richard Whitehead THAT $10, 000 in Toronto Remedial Action Plan Funds be allocated in support of the 1998 Aquatic Plants Program. ........................................ CARRIED RES. #A321/97 - DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL The minutes of Meeting #6/97 held November 27, 1997 of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council is provided for information. (WMAB Res. #D 139/97) Moved by: Victoria Carley Seconded by: Eldred King THA T the minutes of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, Meeting #6197 held November 27, 1997, be received. ................................. CARRIED A256 Authority Meeting #12/97, January 30. 1998 RES. #A322/97 - PARTICIPA TION IN THE TASK FORCE FOR THE PRESERV A TION OF THE BAKER SUGAR BUSH The Authority has been requested to participate in a Task Force for the Preservation of the Baker Sugarbush by the City of Vaughan. The Baker Sugarbush is a TRCA Environmentally Significant Area. (WMAB Res. #D140/97) Moved by: Victoria Carley Seconded by: Eldred King THAT staff be directed to participate in the Task Force for the Preservation of the Baker Sugarbush; AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Authority as necessary on the progress of the Task Force. .............................................. CARRIED RES. #A323/97 - APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE DON WATERSHED REGEN ERA TION COUNCIL 1998-2000 Appointment of members to the Don Watershed Regeneration Council 1998-2000 and amendment to the Don Watershed Regeneration Council 1998-2001, Goals, Membership, Organization, and Terms of Reference, October, 1997. (WMAB Res. #D 141/97) Moved by: Victoria Carley Seconded by: Edlred King THA T the second term of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council be amended from 1998-2001 to 1998-2000; THA T the following persons be appointed to the Don Watershed Regeneration Council as Citizen Members: Barbara Anderson Jim Lyle Margaret Buchinger Deborah Martin-Downs Margaret Casey Roslyn Moore Don Cross Eric Shapero Peter Hare Don Simpson Lorne Haveruk Kathleen Therriault Lorna Krawchuk Mark Wilson Yuk Woo Lee continued... Authority Meeting #12/97, January 30, 1998 A257 THAT the following persons be appointed to the Don Watershed Council as Associate Members: Sheila Boudreau Miriam Mozes Francis Cadeau James Purves Steven Cockle Daniel Radin Robert Davis Mark Robson Vincent DiGiorgio Erin Shapero Moyra Haney Ken Smith Wilfred Horwich Paul Wilson Denis McKee Jodi Wolk THAT the following Don Watershed regional and municipal appointments to the Don Council be confirmed; City of Vaughan: · Councillor Mario Racco · Councillor Sandra Kadis (alternate) Region of York · Regional Councillor Joyce Frustaglio · Regional Councillor David Barrow (alternate) THA T the following persons appointed to the Don Council by interest groups as provided for in the Terms of Reference be confirmed: Waterfront Regeneration Trust · Tija Luste · Tony Wagner (alternate) Friends of the Don East York · Elise Willison · Paula Davies (alternate) Ministry of Natural Resources · Tracy Smith · Cam Willox (alternate) The Task Force to Bring Back the Don · Kevin Mercer · Tanny Wells (alternate) AND FURTHER THAT the Richmond Hill Field Naturalists be requested to appoint a member and an alternate to the Don Watershed Regeneration Council. . . . . . . . . . . . . ., CARRIED A258 Authority Meeting #12/97, January 30, 1998 RES. #A324/97 - 1998 CONSERVATION AREAS CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT Proposed Projects. Approval of the proposed project list for 1998 Conservation Areas Capital Development. (PUAB Res. #E52/97) Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Eldred King THA T the proposed project list for 1998 Conservation Areas Capital Development be approved; THA T staff be Authorized to proceed with these projects subject to the approval of funding for this component of the Authority's 1998 Capital Budget; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized to take whatever action is required in connection with these projects, including the execution of any documents, if the real costs do not exceed staff's estimates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED RES. #A325/97 - SECORD FOREST AND WILDLIFE AREA Development of an Interim Management Plan for the Secord Forest and Wildlife Area to accommodate and control public use and ensure sound management of the property while longer term plans are being developed. (WMAB Res. #E54/97) Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Eldred King THA T staff be directed to proceed with the development of an Interim Management Plan for the Secord Forest and Wildlife Area; AND FURTHER THAT staff bring this plan back to the Authority for approval and provide opportunities for public information regarding the Interim Management Plan. . .. CARRIED Authority Meeting #12/97. January 30, 1998 A259 RES. #A326/97 - ROUGE PARK TRAIL DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT PLAN For the Area South of Steeles Avenue, forwarded by the Rouge Park Alliance. Endorsement of the Rouge Park Trail Development and Management Plan for the area south of Steeles Avenue. (PUAB Res. #E55/97) Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Eldred King THAT the staff report and the presentation by The Toronto Parks and Culture staff on the Rouge Park Trail Development and Management Plan for the area south of Steeles Avenue be received; THAT The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority endorse the Rouge Park Trail Development and Management Plan for the area south of Steeles Avenue as being consistent with an integrated watershed management approach and the watershed public use initiatives of The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority; THA T Authority staff continue to be involved in the technical review and refinement of detailed trail planning, design and development initiatives; THA T the trail management program be modified to ensure that archeological site assessment occurs prior to any trail upgrade work and new trail development; AND FURTHER THAT the Rouge Park Alliance and the City of Toronto be so advised. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED A260 Authority Meeting #12/97, January 30. 1998 RES. #A327/97 - TOMMY THOMPSON PARK 1997-1998 Annual Operating Program. As part of the ongoing Management Program at Tommy Thompson Park, staff has outlined the proposed 1998 Annual Operating Program for the Park including the annual lease with the Aquatic Park Sailing Club. (PUAB Res. #E56/97, #E57/97) Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Eldred King THAT the 1998 Annual Operating Program for Tommy Thompson Park be received; THA T staff be directed to execute the 1998 licence agreement with the Aquatic Park Sailing Club; THAT staff be directed to negotiate a formal agreement with the Toronto Harbour Commissioners regarding access and other such items deemed necessary for the 1998 program; THA T staff be authorized to take whatever action is required in connection with the Annual Operating Program including the execution of any documents and agreements; AND FURTHER THAT staff determine, in consultation with the Aquatic Park Sailing Club, a method of consequences to all breaches and violations of the lease agreement and park rules, such as vehicle use, parking and pets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED RES. #A328/97 - TOMMY THOMPSON PARK Howling with Coyotes Evening Program To report on the first evening program offered at Tommy Thompson Park "Howling With Coyotes" and to explore similar evening programing for Tommy Thompson Park. (PUAB Res. #E58/97) Moved by: Lois Griffin Seconded by: Eldred King THAT the report on the Tommy Thompson Park Evening Coyote Howl be received; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to explore similar evening programming for Tommy Thompson Park with an appropriate fee. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED Authority Meeting #12/97, January 30. 1998 A261 RES. #A329/97 - BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE Program Evaluation and Strategic Planning Process To enable Black Creek Pioneer Village to meet its objectives of the 3- year Business Plan. (PUAB Res. #E59/97) Moved by: Victoria Carley Seconded by: Deborah Sword THAT the report dated January 5, 1998, on Black Creek Pioneer Village Program Evaluation and Strategic Planning Process be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED TERMINA TION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11 :05 a.m. on January 30, 1998. Richard O'Brien J. Craig Mather Chair Secretary- Treasurer pI.