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Home My WebLink AboutWater Management Advisory Board Appendices 1998 ux-t\\ Iq~ THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL REPORT ON MEETING #1/98 AUTHORITY MEETING #3/98 APRIL 24,1998 ~../q, ~ V Js~o~hTm~~v?~o~~v;~No~a~~~I,~N(4~<?a~-6~~Yx~I)~~ ~~~~<c~I~a MINUTES OF DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL #1/98 Page F1 February 19, 1998 The Don Watershed Regeneration Council met on Thursday, February 19, 1998, in the North Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village, which is located at 1000 Murray Ross Parkway, Downsview. The Chair of the Authority, Mr. Dick O'Brien called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.. PRESENT Francis Cadeau ............................................... Associate Member Margaret Casey ....................................................... Member Stephen Cockle ............................................... Associate Member Councillor David Cohen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Member Don Cross ........................................................... Member Paula Davies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Alternate Member Bob Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Associate Member Councillor Joyce Frustaglio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Member Vincent Di Giorgio ............................................. Associate Member Moyra Haney ................................................. Associate Member Peter Hare ........................................................... Member Lorne Haveruk ...................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Member Wilfred Horwich ............................................... Associate Member Steven Klose ........................................................ Member Yuk Woo Lee ......................................................... Member Domenic Lunardo ........................................... Staff Liaison Member Tija Luste ............................................................ Member Jim Lyle ............................................................. Member Deborah Martin-Downs ................................................. Member Denis McKee ................................................. Associate Member Kevin Mercer ......................................................... Member Roslyn Moore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Member Miriam Mozes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Associate Member Councillor Bill O'Donnell ................................................ Member James Purves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Associate Member Councillor Mario Racco ................................................. Member Daniel Radin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Associate Member Mark Robson ................................................. Associate Member Eric Shapero ......................................................... Member Donald Simpson ...................................................... Member Kathleen Terriault . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Member Michael White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Member Elise Willison ......................................................... Member Mark Wilson .......................................................... Member Paul Wilson .................................................. Associate Member Jodi Wolk ............................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Associate Member ~'fV\~Jq<i F2 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #1/98 February 19, 1998 STAFF & GUESTS Jennifer Bamford ................................... Don/Highland Admin. Assistant Brian E. Denney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Director, Watershed Management Division Brian Dundas ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Environmental Technician Adele Freeman. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Don/Highland Watershed Specialist Paula Leggierri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Corporate Administrative Assistant Craig Mather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CAO, TRCA Andrew McCammon ................................ Business Outreach Coordinator Sue Montgomery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . City of Vaughan staff Mary Jane Moroz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Guest Marta Soucek. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Don Technical Assistant Dick O'Brien welcomed the members to the first meeting of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council - Second Term. Mr. O'Brien also congratulated the Don Council on the letter and plaque presented by Bryon Wilfred, MP for the Riding of Oak Ridges. The plaque was presented for commitment and efforts in educating and sensitizing the community to protecting the Don Headwaters Region in the Richmond Hill and Vaughan areas, particularly on the Oak Ridges Moraine. Brian Denney gave a verbal and slide presentation on The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's programs and projects. Craig Mather welcomed the members and congratulated the Council members on their appointments. He also outlined the Terms of Reference for the Watershed Council and the reporting relationship to the Authority Adele Freeman gave an overview of the work, accomplishments and on-going projects of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council. She then asked each person for a self introduction. RES. #F1 /98 ELECTION OF CHAIR AND VICE-CHAIR The election of a Chair and Vice-Chair for the Don Watershed Regeneration Council by the members-of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council. Moved by: Peter Hare Seconded by: Don Cross THAT Craig Mather chair the meeting during the election of a Chair and Vice-Chair; UM'I/ct' February 19, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #1/98 F3 THAT a Chair and Vice-Chair be elected by the members of the Watershed Council following nominations duly seconded by members of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council Members; That elections be carried out by secret ballot and in accordance with the rules and procedures of the Authority governing such elections; AND FURTHER THAT the election results be recorded in the minutes ....... CARRIED ELECTIONS The Chief Administrative Officer of the Authority conducted the Elections. CHAIR OF THE DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL Mark Wilson was nominated by Don Cross. RES. #F2/98 - MOTION TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS Moved by: Peter Hare Seconded by: Mario Racco THAT nominations for the office of the Chair of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council be closed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED MARK WILSON was declared elected by acclamation as Chair of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council. VICE-CHAIR OF THE DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL Lorna Krawchuk was nominated by Deborah Martin-Downs. RES. #F3/98 MOTION TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS Moved by: Don Cross Seconded by: Joyce Frustaglio THAT nominations for the office of Vice-Chair of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council be closed ................................................. CARRIED LORNA KRAWCHUK was declared elected by acclamation as Vice-Chair of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council. W'O\S'/~ F4 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #1/98 February 19, 1998 INAUGURAL MEETING The newly elected Chair of the Don Council, Mr. Mark Wilson, assumed the Chair. RES. #F4/98 - MINUTES OF THE LAST MEETING Moved by: Mario Racco Seconded by: Don Cross THAT the Minutes of Meeting #6/97, held November 27,1997 be approved . CARRIED CORRESPONDENCE (a) Letter from J.D. Leach, City Clerk, City of Vaughan; dated February 3, 1998; with attached Item 4, Report NO.3 (Public Hearing), of the Committee of the Whole; regarding Block 10 Block Plan/P.98.4 (b) Letter from Hon. John C. Snobelen, Minister of Natural Resources; dated January 26, 1998; regarding the Baker Woods and a related Parkway Belt West Amendment Application. RES. #F5/98 CORRESPONDENCE Moved by: Don Cross Seconded by: Margaret Casey THAT the Correspondence noted above as Items (a) and (b) be received .... CARRIED See RES. #F6/98, RES. #F11/98 and Res. #F12/98 for more information. INFORMATION (a) Participation In The Task Force For The Preservation Of The Baker Sugarbush Staff report to the Watershed Management Advisory Board, Meeting #10/97, January 23, 1998. tU(\. ij <D f1 February 19, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #1/98 F5 RES. #F6/98 INFORMATION Moved by: Mario Racco Seconded by: Bill O'Donnell THAT the information noted above as (a) be received .................... CARRIED See RES. #F5/98 , RES. #F11/98 and RES. #F12/98 for further information. (b) North York General Hospital Letter to Mr. Richard Lloyd, Plans Analyst, TRCA; dated December 8, 1997; from Geri Kozorys-Smith, Senior Project Manager of Marshall Macklin Monaghan. RES. #F7/98 INFORMATION Moved by: Joyce Frustaglio Seconded by: Mario Racco THAT the information noted above as (b) be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED AMENDMENT RES. #F8/98 Moved by: Joyce Frustaglio Seconded by: Mario Racco THAT an Ad hoc Committee of interested Members and Associate Members be formed in regards to the North York General Hospital proposal for expansion; AND FURTHER THAT this group (listed below) report back to the Don Council. Bob Davis Lorne Haveruk Wilfred Horwich Yuk-woo Lee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED ~r.\7 /~ F6 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #1/98 February 19. 1998 ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION RES. #F9/98 DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL WORK PLAN The draft Work Plan for the Don Watershed Regeneration Council. Moved by: Tija Luste Seconded by: Steven Klose THAT the Draft Work Plan for the Don Watershed Regeneration Council be referred to the Caring for Nature, Caring for Water, and Community Stewardship and Awareness subcommittees; THAT the subcommittees consider the indicators and the actions they will undertake over the next two year period to assist in reaching the targets for the year 2000, and building towards the targets set for 2010 and 2030; THAT the Chairs of the subcommittees in conjunction with the Chair and Vice-Chair of the Don Council finalize a Work Plan for the Don Council for review at Meeting #2/98; AND FURTHER THAT the Caring for Nature subcommittee consider the opportunity to reference greenhouse gas emissions within their Work Plan .............. CARRIED BACKGROUND: In May of 1997, the Don Watershed Regeneration Council published "Turning the Corner"- the Don Watershed Report Card. The report identified 18 indicators of watershed health following extensive work over a two year process of consultation by the Watershed Reporting and Monitoring Subcommittee of the Don Council. The indicators were identified in six categories: Caring for Water: The River Caring for Nature: Habitats and Wildlife Caring for Community: People Protecting What is Healthy: Protected Natural Areas Regenerate What is Degraded: Regeneration Projects Take Responsibility for the Don: Stewardship Each of the 18 indicators is accompanied by three sets of targets or specific aims to be achieved by the years 2000, 20.10, and 203.0. The year 2000 r.epresents progress in the short term and includes targets that were believed achievable by the next Report Card. To assist in the achievements of the targets, the Don Council assisted by TRCA staff, developed a draft Work Plan. The Work Plan identifies and expands on the actions included in the Report Card. The Don Watershed Regeneration Council, at Meeting #6/97, recommended to the Watershed Management Advisory Board and to the TRCA, the following: ~~"q, February 19. 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #1/98 F7 Res. #A268/97: "THA T the draft Work Plan for the Don Watershed Regeneration Council be received; AND FURTHER THA T the new Don Watershed Regeneration Council be requested to finalize this plan and report back to the Watershed Management Advisory Board. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED" Staff, in conjunction with members of the former Don Council, recommended that the new committee structure for the Don Council consist of three committees each charged with the responsibility of developing and implementing a work program that will materially assist in reaching the targets for 2000 and subsequent years. The targets will not be reached by the Don Council on its own. The Don Watershed municipalities have over many years, continued to address many major issues within the Don. Community groups have sparked public attention, initiated and implemented many projects that have resulted in improvements within the Don. Partnerships with senior levels of government, business, schools and many others have assisted in the recovery of watershed health. The Work Plan of the Don Council should identify key actions to be undertaken as well as opportunities to support the work of the many other agencies and groups which are active within the Don. In addition, the Don Council at Meeting #6/97, approved the following: Res#F54/97: "THA T the draft Work Plan be revised to include reduction of green house gas emissions and to increase woodland and urban tree cover; AND FURTHER THA T this information be brought forward to the next Don Council meeting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Carried" The Work Plan identifies a number of actions that will result in increased woodland and riparian cover. Staff of the TRCA have made funding applications specifically to increase riparian cover and have held an initial meeting with Professor Andrew Kenney of the University of Toronto who is working on urban forestry issues to help further this goal. Staff of the TRCA have also prepared a draft "Terms of Reference for a "Clean Air Initiative" program (attached). It is recommended that the incorporation of work directed at greenhouse gas emissions be referenced in the final work plan in conjunction with the Caring for Nature subcommittee. For information contact: Adele Freeman, ext. 238 Date 1998.02.16. ~'" q l'f~ F8 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #1/98 February 19. 1998 RES.#F10/98 ESTABLISHMENT OF WORKING COMMITTEES The establishment of working committees provided for in the Goals, Membership, Organization and Terms of Reference to address the implementation activities of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council. THAT working committees be established as follows: Caring for Nature; Caring for Water; and Community Awareness and Stewardship; THAT the following council members and alternates serve as members on these committees for a period of one year: CARING FOR WATER COMMITTEE CARING FOR NATURE COMMITTEE Bob Davis Francis Cadeau Lorne Haveruk Margaret Casey Wilfred Horwich Stephen Cockle Steven Klose Don Cross Tija Luste Paula Davies Jim Lyle Vincent Di Giorgio Deborah Martin-Downs Peter Hare Kevin Mercer Yuk-Woo Lee Mary Jane Moroz Roslyn Moore Miriam Mozes Eric Shapero Elise Willison Don Simpson Mark Wilson . Tracy Smith Jodi Wolk Kathleen Therriault Paul Wilson COMMUNITY AWARENESS AND STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE Barbara Anderson Denis McKee Margaret Buchinger Kevin Mercer Stephen Cockle Bill O'Donnell David Cohen Jim Purves Paula Davies Daniel Radin Moyra Haney Mark Robson Lorna Krawchuk Eric Shapero Yuk-Woo Lee Erin Shapero THAT a Chair be elected at the first meeting of the subcommittee; AND FURTHER THAT the committees review the draft Work Plan 1997 and "Turning the Corner": The Don Watershed Report Card, to determine the specific indicators each committee will address to assist in meeting the targets set for 2000; potential resources required and opportunities to work with others ......................... CARRIED \N~ \o/q'l February 19, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #1/98 F9 BACKGROUND The Goals, Membership, Organization, and Terms of Reference for the Don Watershed Regeneration Council identified three working committees to address the implementation of "Forty Steps to A New Don", Turning th.e Corner" - The Don Watershed Report Card and the Metropolitan Toronto Remedial Action Plan (Metro RAP) report "Clean Water: Clear Choices". The Terms of Reference enclosed with the agenda package outlines the committee membership, appointment of Associate Watershed Council members to assist on these working committees, Chair of the committee; the development for work plans; and resource issues. The initial work of each committee will include: . identification of indicators and targets appropriate for the work of the committee; . development of work plans; and . identification of resource requirements. It is necessary that these initial steps be taken as quickly as possible to enable the Watershed Council to develop its annual work plan by the end of April. ADDITIONAL MEMBERS Additional members can be added as the needs for various expertise are identified through the development of the working committee's Terms of Reference and the work plans. For information contact: Adele Freeman Date: 1998.02.13. RES. #F11 /98 PARTICIPATION IN THE TASK FORCE FOR THE PRESERVATION OF THE BAKER SUGARBUSH The Don Watershed Regeneration Council 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. Moved by: Mario Racco Seconded by: Bill O'Donnell THAT The Don Watershed Regeneration Council appoints Mark Wilson as Its member to the Task Force for the Preservation of the Baker Sugarbush . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED wm II/q~ F10 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #1/98 February 19. 1998 AMENDMENT RES. #F12/98 Moved by: Joyce Frustaglio Seconded by: Mark Wilson THAT Eric Shapero and Don Simpson should also be appointed to sit on the Task Force for the Preservation of the Baker Sugarbush ........................... CARRIED BACKGROUND The Don Watershed Regeneration Council has expressed concern over the future of the Baker woodlot on a number of occasions. Most recently, in response to an application by Sugarbush Developments Limited for the deletion of approximately 7.4 hectares of land from the Parkway Belt West Plan, the Council resolved that: Res. #F48/97 "THA T the Don Council request the Province to defer any deletions of portions of the parcel identified in the Parkway Belt West Plan as Special Complimentary Use Area until such time as a comprehensive plan for the entire parcel (the Baker Farms) can be developed; THA T this comprehensive plan address the protection of the ESA/ANSI; AND FURTHER THAT staff provide the Province with a copy of the recently released Don Watershed Report Card ..................................... CARRIED" The Honourable John C. Snobelen's reply to the above resolution is listed in this Agenda as Correspondence Item (b). The City of Vaughan, have now requested the appointment of a Don Council member to the Task Force for the Preservation of the Baker Sugarbush. This action was taken in conjunction with the City's review of Block 10 Block Plan. This plan covers the area bounded by Langstaff Road and Highway #7 to the south. The correspondence from the City of Vaughan was included as Correspondence Item (a). For information contact: Adele Freeman, ext. 238 Date: 1998.02.16. Utt\\~/q~ February 19, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #1/98 F11 RES. #F13/98 MEETING DATES AND LOCATIONS FOR DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL Proposed meeting dates and locations for the Don Watershed Regeneration Council. Moved by: Roslyn Moore Seconded by: Don Cross THAT the Don Watershed Regeneration Council meet on the following dates: Thursday, February 19 Thursday, April 16 Thursday, June 18 Thursday, August 20 (Outdoor event - if possible) Thursday, September 17 Thursday, November 19 THAT the Caring for Water Committee hold its meetings on: Thursday, February 26 Thursday, March 26 Thursday, April 23 Thursday, May 28 Thursday, June 25 Thursday, August 27 Thursday, September 24 Thursday, October 22 THAT the Caring for Nature Committee hold its meetings on: Thursday, March 5 Thursday, April 2 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, June 4 Thursday, August 6 Thursday, September 3 Thursday, October 1 Thursday, November 5 THAT the Community Awareness and Stewardship Committee holds Its meetings on: Thursday, March 10 Dependant upon March Break school holiday Thursday, Apriil 9 Thursday, May 13 Thursday, June 11 Thursday, August 13 Thursday, September 10 ~M\3/q<l F12 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #1/98 February 19, 1998 Thursday, October 8 Thursday, November 12 THAT the Watershed Council hold its meetings within the watershed whenever possible; THAT subject to room availability, every second meeting be held at the North York Civic Centre; AND FURTHER THAT other meetings be held at different locations throughout the watershed. AMENDMENT RES. #F14/98 Moved by: Bill O'Donnell Seconded by: David Cohen THAT Paragraph 4 of the main motion be deleted and replaced with the following: THAT the Community Awareness and Stewardship Committee meeting dates be corrected to read: TUESDAY, MARCH 10 Corrected to read Tuesday Thursday, April 9 THURSDAY, MAY 14 Corrected to read 14th Thursday, June 11 Thursday, August 13 Thursday, September 10 Thursday, October 8 Thursday, November 12 THE AMENDMENT WAS ............................................ CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS .............................. CARRIED RATIONALE: It is recommended that Thursday evenings be the regular meeting time for Don Watershed Regeneration Council and its sub-committees. The summer meeting schedule may require adjustments at a later time in order to accommodate summer vacations. For information contact: Adele Freeman (ext. 238) Date: 1998.02.13. ~ \'4/'1'" February 19, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #1/98 F13 RES_ #F15/98 EVENT SCHEDULE FOR THE DON COUNCIL Proposed schedule of events within the Don Watershed. Moved by: Peter Hare Seconded by: Kevin Mercer THAT the following schedule of events be received for information. BACKGROUND The following list of events and walks is for your information. EVENTS: Sunday, May 24/98 - 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. "Paddle the Don" For information call: Marta at (416) 661-6600, ext. 283 (Information flyer available at Meeting) WALKS: Information provided by the Toronto Field Naturalists. For information call (416)924-5806. February 19, 7pm Underground Toronto - urban geology; come and explore miles of underground walkways lined with material from all over the world. Meet at the entrance to the Atrium on the north side of Dundas 81. West, just west of Yonge 81. February 21, 2-4 pm Meet on the second floor of the library which is on the north side of 81. Clair Ave. East, one block of Yonge S1. Members are invited to bring their own nature photos, up to 20, or just come and enjoy the afternoon. March 16, 2 pm New linkages along the Yellow Creek Explore the new right of way which has been opened between M1. Pleasant Cemetery and the Yellow Creek Ravine. Meet outside the Davisville Subway (Yonge and Chaplin Crescent). April 19, 2 pm - details to be announced, please call Helen Mills at 781-7663 May 17, 2 pm Mud Creek above ground at the Brick Works We'tj follow Mud Creek through M1. Pleasant Cemetery into the Moore Ravine, ending at the Brick Works. Here Mud Creek has been "day-lighted" and, and flows through a series of wetlands and original mill-run used in the early days of the Brick Yard. Meet at the corner of Mt. Pleasant and Merton. \.UM 'S-/~ F14 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #1/98 February 19, 1998 NEW BUSINESS RES. #F16/98 DOWNSVIEW LANDS Moved by: Roslyn Moore Seconded by: Deb Martin-Downs THAT a joint informal meeting be set up between the Humber Alliance and the Don Watershed Regeneration Council and representatives of the Downsview Lands project; THAT Peter Hare, Paula Davis, Paul Wilson, Don Cross and Helen Mills be included in that meeting; AND FURTHER THAT all past and present members be contacted regarding this informal meeting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED RES. #F17 198 DON WATERSHED TOUR Motion by: Jim Lyle Seconded by: Kevin Mercer THAT a Don Watershed Tour be scheduled. . . ... . . .. . . .. . .. . .. . . .. . . .. CARRIED. TERMINATION Moved by: Don Cross Seconded by: Roslyn Moore ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 9:30 p.m., Thursday, February 19, 1998. Adele Freeman J. Craig Mather Don/Highland Watershed Specialist Secretary-Treasurer /jb ~\t./q~ THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL REPORT ON MEETING #2/98 WATERSHED MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #2/98 MAY 15, 1998 , ~17Jcr& ~ iT Js~o~hTm~~~~o~~;~~o~a~~~I'~4N(4~~6~~;~Yx AJ,I~~ ~~~9r~1~ MINUTES OF DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL #2/98 Page F15 April 16, 1998 The Don Watershed Regeneration Council met on Thursday, April 16, 1998, in the North York Council Chambers, North York City Hall, which is located at 5100 Yonge Street, North York. The Chair, Mr. Mark Wilson called the meeting to order at 6:45 p.m.. PRESENT Barbara Anderson ....................................................... Member Margaret Buchinger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Francis Cadeau ................................................ Associate Member Margaret Casey ......................................................... Member Don Cross ............................................................. Member Vincent Di Giorgio .............................................. Associate Member Wilfred Horwich ................................................ Associate Member Lorna Krawchuk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Yuk Woo Lee ........................................................... Member Domenic Lunardo ............................................ Staff Liaison Member Tija Luste .............................................................. Member Jim Lyle ............................................................... Member Deborah Martin-Downs ................................................... Member Denis McKee .................................................. Associate Member Roslyn Moore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Miriam Mozes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Associate Member Jim Purves .................................................... Associate Member Councillor Mario Racco ........................................... . . . . . . . . Member Eric Shapero ........................................................... Member Donald Simpson ........................................................ Member Ken Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Associate Member Tracy Smith ............................................................ Member Kathleen Terriault . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Tom Waechert .................................................. Alternate Member Elise Willison ........................................................... Member Mark Wilson .............................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Jodi Wolk ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Associate Member STAFF & GUESTS Jennifer Bamford ..................................... Don/Highland Admin. Assistant Brian E. Denney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Director, Watershed Management Division Adele Freeman. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Don/Highland Watershed Specialist Andrew McCammon .................................. Business Outreach Coordinator Dalton Shipway ........................................................... Guest Marta Soucek. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Don Technical Assistant -- --- wml~Jq~ F16 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #2/98 April 16, 1998 MINUTES OF THE LAST MEETING Moved by: Mario Racco Seconded by: Deb Martin-Downs THAT the Minutes of Meeting #1/98 held February 18,1998 be approved. . . . . . CARRIED CORRESPONDENCE (a) Oak Ridges Moraine Environmental Corridor Study RES. #F19/98 CORRESPONDENCE Moved by: Mario Racco Seconded by: Don Cross THAT the above noted correspondence be received for information .......... CARRIED AMENDMENT RES. #F20/98 Moved by: Mario Racco Seconded by: Deb Martin-Downs AND FURTHER THAT the Town of Richmond Hill be advised of the interest of the Don Council in this study and request that the Don Council be advised of any public meetings with respect to this study ............................................................ CARRIED INFORMATION (a) Environmental Task Force Agenda, Members List and Terms of Reference 3-35 dated March 31,1998 from Mr. Frank Baldassini, City of Toronto (North York) ~,qJq~ April 16, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #2/98 F17 RES. #F21 198 INFORMATION Moved by: Mario Racco Seconded by: Deb Martin-Downs THAT the above noted information be received for information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION RES. #F22/98 PROGRESS ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE WORK PLAN Moved by: Margaret Casey Carried by: Margaret Buchinger THAT the Chair, Vice Chair, and Chairs of the Caring for Water, Caring for Nature, and Community Stewardship and Awareness Committees meet with staff of the TRCA to finalize the Work Plan for final review at the June 18,1998 meeting of the Don Council; THAT the Work Plan detail the first year's activity; AND FURTHER THAT it be published in a form suitable for circulation to stakeholders throughout the watershed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND: At Meeting #1/98 of the Don Council, the following was resolved: THA T the Draft Work Plan for the Don Watershed Regeneration Council be referred to the Caring for Nature, Caring for Water, and Community Stewardship and Awareness subcommittees; THA T the subcommittees consider the indicators and the actions they will undertake over the next two year period to assist in reaching the targets for the year 2000, and building towards the targets set for 2010 and 2030; THA T the Chairs of the subcommittees in conjunction with the Chair and Vice-Chair of the Don Council finalize a Work Plan for the Don Council for review at Meeting#2/98; and AND FURTHER THAT the Caring for Nature subcommittee consider the opportunity to reference greenhouse gas emissions within the Work Plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED ~- t....:) M<< O/qy> F18 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #2/98 April 16, 1998 Each of the three committees have met twice and have held one workshop to identify specifically the indicators they are most interested/able to work on. The assumption has generally been made that items that are underway will be continued and that committee members will provide support and input specifically as required. Requests have come from all the subcommittees for a series of education opportunities to see and learn about the watershed and the issues. A tour of the watershed has been scheduled for Saturday, May 9, 1998. Staff of TRCA and others are being invited to provide brief overviews of key issues. In addition, a map with descriptions, locations and key resources for self guiding tours of the watershed has been requested and will be prepared within the next month. Some members have identified a concern regarding the development of a work plan for the two year term of the Council. In place of this, specific objectives have been suggested for the first year and the opportunity to revisit the work plan for year two. Time has not yet permitted individual task groups to be formed and detailed strategies to be developed to address the indicators. TRCA staff will work with the individual Chairs and the subcommittees to identify these task groups and timetables for action. The presentation of the Work Plan to the June 16, 1998, Don Council meeting is critical to guide action throughout the summer months. For information contact: Adele Freeman, ext. 238 Date: 1998.04.16. VERBAL PRESENTATION Margaret Buchinger, Chair of the Community Awareness and Stewardship Committee, spoke on the assessing indicators assigned to this Committee. All projects underway have been retained. Roslyn Moore spoke on the Work Plan of the Caring for Nature Committee. She went over the list of priority actions that resulted from the Committees meeting. Bob Davis, Vice Chair of the Caring for Water Committee, reviewed the Committee's draft Work Plan. RES. #F23/98 REPORTS FROM WORKING COMMITTEES Moved by: Roslyn Moore Seconded by: Don Cross THAT the draft Minutes of meetings from the following Committees, Including specific recommendations as noted below, be received and endorsed. ~t(\a \ let, April 16, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #2/98 F19 COMMUNITY AWARENESS AND STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE - Meeting #1/98, March 10, 1998 No Formal Recommendations were made. - Meeting #2/98, April 9, 1998 No Formal Recommendations were made. CARING FOR WATER COMMITTEE - Meeting #1/98, March 2, 1998 No Formal Recommendations were made - Meeting #2/98, April 6, 1998 RECOMMENDATION The Don Watershed Regeneration Council strongly supports the continuation of the Wet Weather Flow Study and furthermore that consideration be given to developing a number of pilot projects that would address specific opportunities, such as the utilization of the North Toronto Sewage Treatment Plant for Stormwater Management. RECOMMENDATION The Caring for W~ter Committee requests the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, the Humber and Rouge Alliances to nominate members to work on the sediment awareness initiative. CARING FOR NATURE COMMITTEE - Meeting #1/98, March 5, 1998 No Formal Recommendations were made. - Meeting #2/98, April 2, 1998 No Formal Recommendations were made. AMENDMENT RES. #F24/98 Moved by: Margaret Buchinger Seconded by: Deb Martin-Downs THAT Elise Willison be noted as being a 'Member' not Associate Member in the Minutes of the Caring for Nature Committee Meeting #2/98, April 2, 1998 meeting; AND FURTHER THAT Bob Davis be noted as the Vice Chair of the Caring for Water Committee not Jim Lyle as previously recorded. \.,.:)roaa/~ F20 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #2/98 April 16. 1998 RES. #F25/98 GREAT LAKES CLEAN UP FUNDING Moved by: Don Cross Seconded by: Deb Martin Downs THAT the information regarding the Don Projects submitted for 1998 funding consideration by the Great Lakes 2000 Clean-up Fund be received ........... CARRIED BACKGROUND PROJEGT TITLE PROJECT MANAGER/ BUDGET AGENCY REQUESTED (from all parties) $ Rupert's Pond Concept Site Russel White/TRCA $150,000.00 Lower Don Riparian Plantings Project Brian Dundas/TRCAI $65,000.00 Don Council Lower Don River Watershed Habitat David Stonehouse/ $105,000.00 Restoration Projects City of Toronto Terraview/Willowfield Ausra Wojciechowski! $823,000.00 Watercourse Naturalization City of Toronto (Scarborough) G. Ross Lord Reservoir Gord MacPherson/TRCA $70,000.00 Wetland Creation, West Don River & Garth Armour/ City of Toronto (Central District) RES. #F26/98 NORTH YORK GENERAL HOSPITAL Moved by: Wilfred Horwich Seconded by: Tija Luste THAT the Don Watershed Regeneration Council in principle supports the efforts of the North York General Hospital to locate the expansion of the parking garage to the south of the existing parking garage; ~~/Cf~ April 16, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #2/98 F21 AND FURTHER THAT the Chair of the Don Council be requested to write to the Minister of Transportation requesting the cooperation of his department in making this land available. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED AMENDMENT RES. #F27/98 Moved by: Margaret Buchinger Seconded by: Tija Luste THAT the Minister of Health assist in the resolution of the expansion of the North York General Hospital and their parking facilities by supporting the use of lands within the 401 Corridor for the parking lot expansion to protect the valley from additional impacts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND At Meeting #1/98, an Ad hoc Committee was formed of interested Members and Associate Members of the Don Council in regards to the expansion of the above-noted hospital. The Ad hoc Committee met with Ken Darby, Vice President of North York General Hospital to discuss the potential impact of the proposed hospital's proposed expansion on the valley feature. At that meeting, an alternative was presented by Mr. Darby being the expansion of the parking garage to the south, utilizing a portion of the Ministry of Transport right-of-way. North York General Hospital have directed their consultants to determine the feasibility of the alternative. Dependant on the outcome of that work, the Don Council may wish to support the efforts of North York General Hospital to find a solution which protects the valley feature. For information contact: Adele Freeman Date: 1998.04.09. RES. #F28/98 LITTLE GERMAN MILLS CREEK REGENERATION PROJECT Moved by: Deb Martin Downs Seconded by: Yuk-woo Lee THAT the Don Council continue its support of the regeneration of Little German Mills Creek and that Deb Martin-Downs continue as the Don Council liaison In this work. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND .On April 8, 1998, a community meeting was held at the Thornhill Community Centre to present and gain comments on the draft concept for the Little German Mills Creek Regeneration Project. ~W\<<L/ /C/<& F22 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #2/98 April 16, 1998 The meeting was facilitated by members of the Don Council and a local member of the community, with assistance from the Town of Markham and The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. Over 25 residents showed their support for the project with the majority making a commitment to be actively involved in furthering the concept. Highlights of the meeting include: . Discussion on the suitability of a pedestrian trail with consensus being reached that a more informal trail is desired; . Support for the overall naturalization scheme including the construction of a stormwater management pond; . The request for a future planting event which should include the Thornhill Scouts; . The wishes of the community to be actively involved and to assist in future steps including assisting in delivering newsletters and gaining additional support among the residents; The Community, with support from the Don Council will arrange a date to present the draft regeneration concept to Markham Council. It is hoped that after this presentation, funds can be secured to conduct detailed design work. For information contact: Adele Freeman, (ext. 238) Date: 1998.04.09. RES. #F29/98 INVITATION TO OTHER DON WATERSHED ENVIRONMENTAL GROUPS Moved by: Mario Racco Seconded by: Tija Luste THAT Meeting #3/98, June 18th of the Don Council, begin at 5:00 p.m. in order to accommodate presentations by interest grQups working on regeneration projects within the Don Watershed .................................................. CARRIED AMENDMENT RES. #F30/98 THAT the meeting begin at 6:00 p.m. not 5:00 as noted; ~~aS""rtt April 16, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #2/98 F23 THAT the East Humber Field Naturalists, Save the Oak Ridges Moraine Committee, the North Toronto Green Committee and Sherwood Park Advisory Committee also be invited; AND FURTHER THAT members contact Adele Freeman regarding invitations to other interest groups ..................................................... CARRIED BACKGROUND At Don Council Meeting #3/98, the Council will consider its work plan for the coming year. At that time, it is recommended that groups such as the Task Force to Bring Back the Don, Friends of the Don East York, Friends of Glendon Forest, Evergreen Foundation, Richmond Hill Field Naturalists and a few others be invited to the meeting to provide a brief overview of projects the groups are undertaking. These capsule summaries will provide information for Don Council members and associates. In turn, representatives of these groups will have an opportunity to participate in the discussion of the work For information contact: Adele Freeman, ext. 238 Date: 1998.04.09. RES. #F31/98 DON WATERSHED FROG MONITORING PROGRAM Moved by: Yuk-woo Lee Seconded by: Don Cross THAT the report on the Don Watershed Frog Monitoring Program be received for information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND The Don Watershed Volunteer Frog Monitoring Program was launched in 1997. The goal of the program is to collect and analyse data on frog distribution in the Don Watershed, raise public awareness of frog ecology and their presence in the DOll. Frogs were chosen as one of the indicators for the Don Watershed Report Card. The Year 2000 goal for the "Frog" Indicator is to complete baseline monitoring. Frogs are recommended as target species for monitoring fauna as their movement between habitats is relatively limited. They announce their presence by calling during the breeding season, making them relatively detectable. The nine potential species on the Don each indicate a variety of habitat characteristics which are related to ecosystem health. In general, frogs indicate healthy waters, low direct human impact, the availability of permanent still waters, the presence of mature upland forest and quality wetlands, and the presence of habitat linkages. About 30 people participated in surveys in 1997. Data collected are now being inputted into a database by two volunteer coordinators. The Friends of the Environment of Canada Trust lUf(\~(P/q~ F24 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #2/98 April 16. 1998 recently sponsored the purchase of a computer and ArcView software for data analysis. The ArcView software will allow us to look at the distribution and abundance of each species of frog in relation to the degree of urbanization, the presence of forest and wetland habitats, and the linkages of natural areas. A training session for new and past volunteers was held on April 1 , 1998 at North York Civic Centre. Over 100 people from the Don and the Humber Watershed, participated in the training. They also received a Frog Monitoring Manual and a tape with recorded frog calls. The event was featured by the media. Lionel Normand was interviewed by City TV, CFTO, CBC, CBC Radio and others. The Globe and Mail and Toronto Star included excellent articles. We have received an additional 200 calls from people interested in joining the program. Another Training Session will take place on April 22, 1998 at North York Civic Centre, at 7 p.m. in the Council Chamber. Monitors are invited to three field trips scheduled for April 15, June 1 and September 2. For information contact: Adele Freeman, ext 238 Date: 1998.04.09. RES. #F32/98 UPCOMING MEETING DATES AND LOCATIONS FOR THE DON WATERSHED REGENERATION Moved by: Margaret Casey Seconded by: Roslyn Moore THAT the proposed meeting schedules be received for information. BACKGROUND Schedule of upcoming meetings: DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL MEETING # and DATE LOCATION #3/98 JUNE 18/98 BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE - NORTH YORK #4/98 AUGUST 20/98 NORTH YORK - MEMBERS LOUNGE #5/98 SEPT. 17/98 NORTH YORK - COMMITTEE ROOM 4 #6/98 NOV. 19/98 NORTH YORK-MEMBERS LOUNGE \Utt\a"7/Q, April 16, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #2/98 F25 CARING FOR WATER MEETING # and DATE LOCATION #4/98 MAY 28 NYCC COMM. ROOM #4 #5/98 JUNE 25 NYCC COMM. ROOM #4 #6/98 AUGUST 27 NYCC COMM. ROOM #4 #7/98 SEPTEMBER 24 NYCC COMM ROOM #4 #8/98 OCTOBER 22 NYCC COMM ROOM #4 CARING FOR NATURE MEETING # and DATE LOCATION #3/98 MAY 7 NYCC COMM. RM. #2 #4/98 JUNE 4 NYCC COMM. RM. #2 #5/98 AUGUST 6 NYCC COMM. RM. #2 #6/98 SEPTEMBER 3 NYCC COMM. RM. #2 #7/98 OCTOBER 1 NYCC COMM. RM. #2 #8/98 NOVEMBER 5 NYCC COMM. RM. #2 COMMUNITY AWARENESS AND STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING # and DATE LOCATION #3/98 MAY 14 NYCC COMM. RM. 2 #4/98 JUNE 11 NYCC COMM. RM. 2 #5/98 AUGUST 13 NYCC COMM. RM. 2 #6/98 SEPTEMBER 10 NYCC COMM. RM. 2 #7/98 OCTOBER 8 NYCC COMM. RM. 2 #8/98 NOVEMBER 12 NYCC COMM. RM. 2 RATIONALE: The summer meeting schedule may require adjustments at a later time in order to accommodate summer vacations. For information contact: Jennifer Bamford (ext. 305) Date: 1998.04.09. ~ma~/q~ F26 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #2/98 April 16, 1998 RES. #F33/98 PROPOSED EVENT SCHEDULE FOR THE DON COUNCIL Moved by: Mario Racco Seconded by: Margaret Buchinger BACKGROUND The following list of events and walks is for your information. EVENTS: Don Watershed Tour May 9, 1998 Details to follow at a later date. Sunday, May 24/98 - 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. "Paddle the Don" For information call: Marta at (416) 661-6600, ext. 283 (Information flyer available at Meeting) WALKS: Information provided by the Toronto Field Naturalists. For information call (416)924-5806. May 17, 2 pm Mud Creek above ground at the Brick Works We'll follow Mud Creek through Mt. Pleasant Cemetery into the Moore Ravine, ending at the Brick Works. Here Mud Creek has been "day-lighted" and, and flows through a series of wetlands and original mill-run used in the early days of the Brick Yard. Meet at the corner of Mt. Pleasant and Merton. For information contact: Marta Soucek, ext. 283 Date: 1998.04.09. NEW BUSINESS RES. F34/98 PROPOSAL FOR ACTION 21 FUNDING Bartley Smith Greenway Plantings Project Moved by: Roslyn Moore Seconded by: Deb Martin-Downs THAT the proposal for in-kind volunteer support, from members of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, in the amount of $840.00 as contained within the Action 21 proposal - Bartley Smith Greenway plantings be confirmed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED ~.~/q, April 16, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #2/98 F27 BACKGROUND In 1997, the Don Watershed Regeneration Council (Don Council) published the report Turning the Corner - The Don Watershed Report Card. This document reported on the health of the Don Watershed by grading 18 indicators of watershed health. One of 18 indicators is the presence of riparian habitat. Turning the Corner reported that at present, 57% of the linear length of the Don River has functional riparian habitat. Turning the Corner set 75% as the long term target for the watershed. The lack of riparian habitat in the Don is a major factor contributing to poor fish communities and a general lack of fish diversity. With respect to fisheries enhancements, riparian zones provide shade, cover, and food, as well as lessen bank erosion. Riparian zones are also required in order to provide terrestrial habitat nodes and linkages. The Bartley Smith Greenway on the West Don River offers an excellent opportunity for riparian plantings which will enhance fisheries and terrestrial habitat and help achieve the goals of Turning the Corner. The project will provide riparian enhancements along two sectors of the Bartley Smith Greenway, the Highway 407/ Hydro Corridor and the Langstaff Ecopark sectors. The Highway 407/Hydro Corridor sector (see plan attached), will be considered the primary focus of the project with riparian enhancements in the Langstaff Ecopark area to be undertaken on a strategic basis. The Highway 407/ Hydro Corridor sector is currently devoid of significant riparian habitat and is thus considered a priority site on the West Don. The Draft Don Watershed Fish Community and Habitat Management Plan - August 1997 reports that only 9 species of fish are currently found on the West Don River (in intermediate warm water reaches) where 20 species were found historically. The report recommends that the "planting of riparian vegetation should be conducted throughout the Don River Watershed in areas that do not presently contain sufficient vegetation". Community support for the restoration of the Don River is very high, with over 90% of people polled believing that Don River health is important to their community (Turning the Corner). The Don Watershed Regeneration Council pledges to work with the community and agencies to continue to implement the Don Watershed Planning Document Forty Steps to a New Don. RATIONALE Proiect Obiectives Over the next 18 months, we will plant riparian habitat along the West Don River between Glen Shields Avenue and Highway No.7 in Vaughan, Ontario (the Bartley Smith section) and on site specific basis north of Highway 7 up to Langstaff Road (Langstaff Ecopark portion). The proposed plantings will cover an area of approximately 20;"000 square metres. It is envisioned that approximately 3.0 kms of riparian habitat will be planted with a minimum 2.5 metre riparian strip. In addition, extensive valley land plantings will be undertaken to widen riparian zones to 10 metres or more in certain areas (particularly in the Highway 407/Hydro Corridor sector). The TRCA in conjunction with the Don Council has volunteered to monitor the condition of the plantings annually for a period of three years. L...)m3olq~ F28 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #2/98 April 16, 1998 Proiect Team The project will be managed by the Don Council. Don Council members will provide their time for recruiting volunteers, commenting on planting plans and scheduling work. The plantings will be performed by volunteers from schools and local businesses, Don Council members other volunteers and TRCA staff. Centennial College has expressed an interest in partnering with the Don Council on Don Watershed projects and it is anticipated that this partnership will be pursued for this project. The Don Council has also received expressions of interest from many organizations involved in Langstaff Ecopark including the City of Vaughan, Vaughan Chamber of Commerce, Rotary Club of Vaughan, and members and supports of the Langstaff Ecopark Steering Committee such as B.F.I., Landscape Planning Ltd. and C.N. Rail. Communications The project will be promoted through the distribution of flyers and at public planting days organized by the Don Council and the TRCA. Evaluation Plan As part of the administration of this project, TRCA staff will monitor the following. - number of trees and shrubs planted - amount of habitat restored - number of volunteers participating - success of plantings (annual monitoring for three years) - change in the quality of fish habitat and fish community response (done as part of the Don Report Card process) This project will be monitored in a manner which will clearly demonstrate project success is achieved. Report prepared by: Adele Freeman, ext. 238 Date: 1998.04.30 RES. #F35/98 BAKER SUGAR BUSH & HERITAGE TASK FORCE Moved by: Mario Racco Seconded by: Deb Martin-Downs THAT the Agenda and Minutes of the Baker Sugar Bush & Heritage Task Force be received for information; THAT the Don Council continues to support the previous Don Council recommendations (as listed below) regarding the preservation of the Baker Sugar Bush and acquisition of this property; ------- - ~- -- ~~'/q, April 16, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #2/98 F29 RES. #F22/97 THA T the MTRCA staff reports on the ongoing negotiations for the Maple MNR lands and the status of the Bakers Woods ESA 128 be received for information; THA T MTRCA members, staff and friends be commended for their efforts to purchase and protect MNR lands and other efforts to protect environmentally significant areas (ESA's); AND FURTHER THA T a letter be sent to Graywood Development Ltd. to introduce the Don Watershed Regeneration Council and to invite Graywood Development Ltd. to the next meeting of the Council, scheduled for June 19, 1997 to discuss Graywood's plans for the Baker's Woodlot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #F48/97 THA T the Don Council request the Province to defer any deletions of portions of the parcel identified in the Parkway Belt West Plan as Special Complimentary Use Area until such time as a comprehensive plan for the entire parcel (the Baker Farms) can be developed; THA T this comprehensive plan address the protection of the ESA/ANS/; AND FURTHER THAT staff provide the Province with a copy of the recently released Don Watershed Report Card .............................. . . . . . . . . . . . . " CARRIED AND FURTHER THAT the Don Council members be asked to write to the Premier and Ministers of the Provincial Government expressing their concern over the future of the Baker Sugar Bush and asking them to ensure that the site is protected and brought into public ownership through Provincial acquisition .......................... CARRIED BACKGROUND In 1997, a 75 acre table land sugar bush, located in the headwaters of the East Don was acquired by Sugar Bush Developments Ltd. The new landowner is an experienced land developer, and applications have been submitted for subdivision development on lands adjacent to the Sugar Bush. The owner has requested permission to delete two parts of the site currently subject to the Parkway Belt West Plan, in preparation for development. The woodland is designated as an Area of Natural and Scientific Interest by the Province of Ontario, and as an Environmentally Significant Area by The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. In 1978, the Parkway Belt West Plan included the objective to'''ensure the continuation of the existing use of the Sugar Bush." It also included the provision that "should the existing use be endangered or should the owner request, the area will be acquired by the Province." Section 6.5.3(m) Parkway Belt West Plan. At present, the future of the Sugar Bush is uncertain. The City of Vaughan has established the Baker Sugar Bush and Heritage Task Force to develop a strategy to protect the site, in recognition of its natural environmental features and functions, and its cultural heritage \;.U ft\ 3alq~ F30 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #2/98 April 16, 1998 significance. The woodlot is part of a commercial maple sugaring operation. The woodlot is part of the larger Baker farm, which has been farmed continuously since the early 1800's and includes a number of historically significant buildings. The City of Vaughan has also requested that the Province enter into negotiations with the land owners to bring the woodlot into public ownership. In recognition of the work of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, I have been asked to chair the Baker Sugar Bush Task Force. The woodlot is located in the headwater area of the East Don River. At the last meeting of the Task Force it was agreed that we must encourage persons interested both in natural environment protection and our cultural heritage to write to the Premier and Ministers of the Provincial government emphasizing the importance of protecting this site through public ownership. John Riley, Executive Director of the Federation of Ontario Naturalists describes the Baker Sugar Bush as a "forest jewel", a very rare reminder of our not too distant rural past both within the Don Watershed and the Greater Toronto Area. As Chair of the City of Vaughan's, Baker Sugar Bush and Heritage Task Force, Chair of the TRCA's Don Watershed Regeneration Council, and as a resident of the Don Watershed I ask you to take a few minutes to express to the Premier and Ministers of our Provincial Government your concern over the future of the Baker Sugar Bush and ask them to ensure that the site is protected and brought into public ownership through Provincial acquisition, in keeping with the Province's commitment to do so. The letter should include the following key points: . Province should acquire the entire 75-acre sugar bush and appropriate buffers; . The Sugar Bush should remain subject to the Parkway Belt West Plan; and . Province should make a public commitment to the long term protection and management of this Provincially significant environmental resource. For more information on the Sugar Bush Task Force, please contact Eric Taylor of the Vaughan Planning Department, 2141 Major Mackenzie Drive, Maple, Ontario, L6A 1 T1 by telephone 905- 832-8565 (ext. 8214) or fax 905-832-8060. TERMINATION Moved by: Don Cross Seconded by: Don Simpson ON MOTION, the meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m., Thursday, April 16, 1998. Adele Freeman J. Craig Mather Don/Highland Watershed Specialist Secretary-Treasurer /jb ~!3/" THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL REPORT ON MEETING #3/98 WATERSHED MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #3/98 SEPTEMBER 18, 1998 ~~'11" ~ V JS~~hTm~~~~o:~vi~~o~a~~~I~N(4~'?s~-6~~Yx~I,12~ ~~~~~I~ MINUTES OF DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL #3/98 Page F31 June 18, 1998 The Don Watershed Regeneration Council met on Thursday, June 18, 1998, in the North and South Theatres, Black Creek Pioneer Village, which is located at 1000 Murray Ross Parkway, Downsview. The Chair, Mr. Mark Wilson called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.. PRESENT Barbara Anderson ....................................................... Member Karen Boniface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Staff Liaison Member Margaret Buchinger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Francis Cadeau ................................................ Associate Member Margaret Casey ......................................................... Member Don Cross ............................................................. Member Paula Davies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Alternate Member Bob Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Associate Member Vincent Di Giorgio .............................................. Associate Member Councillor Joyce Frustaglio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alternate Member Moyra Haney .................................................. Associate Member Peter Hare ............................................................. Member Lorne Haveruk .......................................................... Member Wilfred Horwich ................................................ Associate Member Steven Klose ........................................................... Member Lorna Krawchuk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Vice-Chair, Member Yuk Woo Lee ........................................................... Member Tija Luste .............................................................. Member Jim Lyle ............................................................... Member Deborah Martin-Downs ................................................... Member Denis McKee .................................................. Associate Member Kevin Mercer ........................................................... Member Roslyn Moore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member John Nemeth ............ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Staff Liaison Member Councillor Mario Racco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Donald Simpson ............................................... Associate Member Ken Smith. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Associate Member Kathleen Terriault . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Tom Waecher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Alternate Member Tanny Wells. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Alternate Member Michael White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Elise Willison ........................................................... Member Mark Wilson ............................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Chair Paul Wilson ................................................... Associate Member \.VM3S-/'l~ F32 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #3/98 June 18, 1998 STAFF Jennifer Bamford ............................... Don/Highland Watershed Sr. Secretary Mumtaz Damji ........................... Watershed Management Division Sr. Secretary Brian E. Denney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Director, Watershed Management Division Brian Dundas .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Don Technician Adele Freeman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Don/Highland Watershed Specialist Craig Mather ................................... Chief Administrative Officer, Authority Andrew McCammon .................................. Business Outreach Coordinator Marta Soucek. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Don Technical Assistant GUESTS Bill Patterson ............... Project Manager, Water & Wastewater Branch; Region of York Paul Albanese ............................. Staff, City of Toronto (Scarborough District) Linda LaFlamme ............................................. Staff, City of Vaughan Helen Mills ......................................... North Toronto Green Community Ed Freeman ........................................ North Toronto Green Community Edward Souza ...................................... North Toronto Green Community Elise Hatton ........................................ North Toronto Green Community Angela Han . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . North Toronto Green Community Debbe Crandall ....................................... Save the Oak Ridges Moraine Anna Tindall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Save the Oak Ridges Moraine Dorothy Izzard ........................................ Save the Oak Ridges Moraine Nancy Penny .................................. Terraview Park/Willowfield Garden Park Leslie Woo .................................................. Toronto Bay Initiative Eric Parker ...................................... Sherwood Park Advisory Committee Martin Rudd ........................................ Todmorden Wildflower Preserve Freya Nales ........................................ Federation of Ontario Naturalists Nicole Mokrey ...................................... Federation of Ontario Naturalists Morris Sorenson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Toronto Field Naturalists Julia von Flotow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Festive Earth Society Beth Cragg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Task Force to Bring Back the Don RES. #F31/98 MINUTES OF THE LAST MEETING Moved by: Jim Lyle Seconded by: Don Cross THAT the Minutes of Meeting #2/98 held April 16, 1998 be approved. . . . . . . . . . CARRIED ~~/', June 18. 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #3/98 F33 INFORMATION (a) Bartley Smith Greenway Project - The West Don - City of Vaughan Phase II 1998-2002 The Bartley Smith Greenway is a 15-kilometre valley corridor that follows the Don River through the center of the City of Vaughan, the most rapidly expanding urban community within the Greater Toronto Area. In ten short years the population of Vaughan surged from 25,000 to over 100,000. The lands surrounding the Bartley Smith corridor, on the West Don River, will soon be fully developed, presenting increased demands for recreational trails and scenic natural open spaces. The regeneration of this strategic valley corridor was sparked by a generous donation from the estate of Anne Bartley Smith, for whom the Greenway was named. When complete, the Greenway will provide recreational trails linking the southern portion of the City to the historic Village of Maple and north to Testqn Road. The valley lands, once agricultural fields, will be restored to provide a healthy, diverse mosaic of natural habitats and areas of interest and attractions for adjacent residents and trail users. In 1993, Phase I began with trail construction, habitat creation, river bank stabilization and plantings. Since that time: . the trail has been completed from Steeles Avenue to Glen Shields; . over 16,000 trees and shrubs have been planted, many by local volunteers; . designs were developed and work begun on the Ruperts Pond Community Action Site; . Langstaff EcoPark celebrated the official opening of a trail segment and the Keffer Marsh, made possible in part through the donations of local businesses; . management agreements have now been finalized to enable the connection of the trail through the Highway 407 - Hydro Corridor. Bartley Smith Greenway Phase II provides a framework for the continuation of the regeneration of this corridor. It is based on an implementation and funding partnership that includes the local community, the City of Vaughan, The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and federal initiatives directed to the restoration of these vital resources of a healthy urban community. Phase II of the Greenway enhancement has been planned to complete work already designed and/or initiated, to utilize funds that are held in trust for specific projects, and to complement other developments taking place within the area. The works proposed include: . In the Highway 407 Hydro Corridor, the trail will be constructed and a major off-stream wetland created; . The Langstaff EcoPark trail, bridges, and storm water management facilities will be completed; . The West Maple Open Space will be linked with over two kilometers of trail in addition to the retrofit of the Killian Lamar pond to ensure adequate stormwater management and to enhance the site aesthetics and rehabilitation of Waterside Marsh; . The completion of the Rupert's Pond trails, wetlands, and watercourse rehabilitation. W'('(\ 37 /q~ F34 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #3/98 June 18. 1998 In addition, funds are allocated in 2001-2002 for planning, design and implementation for the Tudor Valley Open Space. Stormwater management, provision for habitat improvements and trail linkages should be considered as adjacent lands are developed. RES. #F32/98 INFORMATION Moved by: Peter Hare Seconded by: Don Cross THAT the above noted information be received for information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED PRESENTATIONS (a) SAVE THE OAK RIDGES MORAINE (STORM) presented by Debbe Crandall and Anna Tindall Concerned with protection of the Oak Ridges Moraine, in 1994, it helped prepare the report "The Oak Ridges Moraine Area Strategy for the Greater Toronto Area"- An Ecological Approach to the Protection and Management of the Oak Ridges Moraine." STORM members want to see this report implemented as soon as possible, and they are requesting the Don Council to support them in this regard. The Moraine is the "eyebrow" above the GTA with clear, clean waters coming from it to feed the creeks and streams in the area which in turn feeds the rivers flowing into Lake Ontario. Because of this, development in the Moraine can seriously effect the quality of our water systems. The Oak Ridges Trail Association is also implementing a trail linkage system across the Moraine to the Niagara Escarpment. (b) RICHMOND HILL FIELD NATURALISTS presented by Tom Waecher The Richmond Hill Field Naturalists are a community level organization celebrating 43 years of participation in the Richmond Hill area. Participation in the Richmond Hill Corridor Study, Bakers Sugar Bush and Heritage Task Force, Harding Park, and annual Mill Pond clean-ups are a few of their recent activities. Family walks within Richmond Hill, field studies, environmental issues, botany, and frog walks are some of the other events members are engaged in. U)Tf\~~/'1~ June 18, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #3/98 F35 (C) TERRAVIEW PARK - WILLOWFIELD GARDEN PARK presented by Nancy Penny This parent group is working on t~e implementation of one of the Don Council "40 Steps to a New Don" concept sites. This 5 hectare site has three schools bordering on it, whose students have been learning of the environment through planting trees, riparian plantings, starting a compost system, growing seed mats, creek bed clean-ups and participating in the "Yellow Fish Road" program. They have future plans for an internet site regarding their work including a wetlands study program. The site is at the headwaters of the Taylor/Massey Creek which meanders through it with various bridges for access to playgrounds and schools. The run-off from Highway 401 feeds directly into the creek. A silt pond with an oil and grit separator is being constructed here. (d) FRIENDS OF THE DON EAST & TODMORDEN WILDFLOWER ASSOC. presented by Elise Willison and Paula Davies FODE is a very active organization in the restoration and regeneration of the Don. They have many riparian plantings, and public education events, including training on tree/shrub planting. Increasing media attention through various means, including awards to groups and businesses, is one of their next priorities. This would help to call public awareness of environmental issues and to increase their membership. FODE has suggested that the Don Council could assist them and other non-funded organizations in the following ways: i. providing lists of organizations/groups who sponsor or fund projects; II. starting a slush fund for items not covered under most funding grants: consultants fees, management plans iii. in-house staff assistance with brochures, etc. iv. volunteer help with phone campaigns A slide show of various planting events and a ravine/creek clean-up was shown. (e) NORTH TORONTO GREEN C_OMMUNITY presented by Helen Mills This group has been 1he 'driving force'in the L.:ost Rivers Project. They presented a slide show of various lost rivers walks. They are striving towards getting the group "Friends of Trashed Rivers" (an American based group) to have a seminar in Toronto. A new teaching centre idea has captured their interest - turning the Brick Works site into an urban ecology centre. It could include studies centered on: \J.) YY\3 q /q <& F36 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #3/98 June 18, 1998 . pond ecology; . wetlands; . natural riparian plantings; . frogs; and, . geology. They feel there is a great need for urban children to experience the environment. (f) TASK FORCE TO BRING BACK THE DON presented by Beth Cragg This Task Force is a subcommittee of the City of Toronto. They comment on different projects and policies within the Toronto area. They have had various projects in the Toronto area. The group has recently finished the Chester Springs marsh site as well as 5 new wetlands, 35000 trees/shrubs have been planted. They are involved in the Ravine By-law policy and numerous other project sites including the West Don land site (formerly known as Ataratiri). Volunteer involvement from the community has involved new immigrants to Canada and also Covenant House residents. For nine years, the Task Force members have successfully worked to raise awareness of Don issues within the City and to undertake and advocate for specific projects to provide public access within the river corridor and habitat improvements. RES. #F33/98 PRESENTATIONS Moved by: Lorna Krawchuk Seconded by: Margaret Buchinger THAT the presentations noted above as (a), (b), (c), (d), (e) and (f) be received with thanks ............................................................ CARRIED ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION RES. #F34/98 DON WORK PLAN 1998-2000 Moved by: Roslyn Moore Carried by: Elise Willison THAT the Don Watershed Regeneration Council receive and approve the Don Work Plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED --- ~'tO/" June 18, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #3/98 F37 BACKGROUND: At Meeting #2/98 of the Don Council, the following was resolved: "THA T the Chair, Vice Chair, and Chairs of the Caring for Water, Caring for Nature, and Community Stewardship and Awareness Committees meet with staff of the TRCA to finalize the Work Plan for final review at the June 18,1998 meeting of the Don Council; THA T the Work Plan detail the first year's activity; AND FURTHER THAT it be published in a form suitable for circulation to stakeholders throughout the watershed. " On June 8, 1998, the Chairs of the Caring for Water, Caring for Nature and Community Stewardship and Awareness Committees met with the Don Council Chair and Vice Chair along with staff of The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority to finalize the work plan. Copies of the Work Plan are attached. For information contact: Adele Freeman, ext. 238 Date: 1998.06.18. RES. #F35/98 MAPLE COLLECTOR RELIEF SEWER- SCHEDULE B CLASS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND ROUTE SELECTION STUDY, Regional Municipality of York Moved by: Deb Martin-Downs Seconded by: Michael White THAT the Don Watershed Regeneration Council receive the information regarding the Maple Collector Relief Sewer; THAT the Regional Municipality of York be advised that the Don Council generally prefers that servicing not be located within valley and stream corridors of the Don; THAT should the routing within the valley corridor be selected, that the project be carrie~ out in a manner that results in a net ecological gain furthering the objectives for restoration of the Bartley Smith Greenway as set out in the Phase II (March, 1998) report by augmenting habitats, improving storm water management and addressing trail access issues; AND FURTHER THAT should the routing within the valley corridor be selected the alignment should follow the existing sanitary easement to the extent possible in order to . maximize the potential for future restoration opportunities. ~f'tl L1 J"'~ F38 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #3/98 June 18, 1998 AMENDMENT RES. #F36/98 Moved by: Kevin Mercer Seconded by: Tija Luste THAT the fourth paragraph of the main motion be deleted and replaced with the following: AND FURTHER THAT should the routing within the valley corridor be selected, the alignment should minimize the number of water course crossings and follow the existing sanitary easement to the extent possible, in order to maximize the potential for future restoration opportunities. THE AMENDMENT WAS .............................................. CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS ................................ CARRIED AMENDMENT RES. #F37/98 Moved by: Margaret Casey Seconded by: Deb Martin-Downs THAT the Don Watershed Regeneration Council request the Region of York and the City of Vaughan actively pursue a long-term commitment towards a water conservation strategy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #F38/98 REPORTS FROM WORKING COMMITTEES Moved by: Wilfred Horwich Seconded by: Margaret Casey THAT the draft Minutes of meetings from the following Committees, including specific recommendations as noted below, be received and endorsed. COMMUNITY .AWARENESS AND STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE - Meeting #3/98, May 14, 1998 There were no formal Recommendations made. - Meeting #4/98, June 11, 1998 No Minutes were received. They will be brought forward to the Don Council, Meeting #4/98. ~"'a/4' June 18. 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #3/98 F39 CARING FOR WATER COMMITTEE - Meeting #3/98, April 23, 1998 There were no formal Recommendations made. - Meeting #4/98, May 28, 1998 RECOMMENDATION THA T Jim Lyle, a member of the Don Council, and others from the Caring for Water Committee are to assist the Town of Richmond Hill in the development of a down spout disconnect pilot project for the Town. CARING FOR NATURE COMMITTEE - Meeting #3/98, May 7,1998 There were no formal Recommendations made. - Meeting #4/98, June 4, 1998 There were no formal Recommendations made. RES. #F39/98 EXISTING ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITTEES AND THE CITY COUNCIL ENVIRONMENTAL TASK FORCE Moved by: Michael White Seconded by: Margaret Buchinger THAT the Chair and Vice Chair of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, the Chair and Vice Chair of the Task Force to Bring Back the Don and the Chief Administrative Officer for The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) meet to discuss the responses of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, and the Task Force to Bring Back the Don; AND FURTHER THAT the draft response from the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, Chair and Vice Chair of the Task Force be circulated to members of the Don Watershed Council, for comment, prior to submission ............................... CARRIED BACKGROUND In January, 1998, the Cities of Toronto, North York, 'Etobicoke, York, Scarborough, the Borough of East York and the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto amalgamated to form the new City of Toronto. The Toronto Transition Team provided a series of recommendations to the new City government on how to merge the services and structures of the former seven municipalities into one municipality. The major objective of this process was to create a new structure for civic governance that was easily accessible and accountable to the people. W N\ 431~ F40 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #3/98 June 18, 1998 The Transition Team recommended that the City appoint an Environmental Task Force to develop an Environmental Management Plan for the new City. The Environmental Task Force is to identify how to coordinate the role of the various citizens' advisory groups and committees that provided advice on environmental matters to the former municipalities. To begin this process, the Commission of Works and Emergency Services prepared a report entitled, Existing Environmental Committees and the Environmental Task Force which identified the work of 40 environmental advisory groups and committees that were established by a former municipality or government agency. The report was sent to each advisory group and committee requesting that they identify their future role in the new City and their relationship with the newly established Environmental Task Force. The Don Watershed Regeneration Council and the Humber Watershed Alliance will be notified and asked to submit a response to the CAO of the City of Toronto. RES. #F40/98 UPCOMING MEETING DATES AND LOCATIONS FOR THE DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL Moved by: Don Cross Seconded by: Tija Luste THAT the proposed meeting schedules be received for information. . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND Schedule of upcoming meetings: DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL MEETING # and DATE LOCATION #4/98 AUGUST 20/98 DEB MARTIN-DOWNS HOME - THORNHILL #5/98 SEPT. 17/98 TO BE ANNOUNCED #6/98 NOV. 19/98 TO BE ANNOUNCED CARING FOR WATER MEETING # and DATE LOCATION #7/98 SEPTEMBER 24 NYCC COMM ROOM #4 #8/98 OCTOBER 22 NYCC COMM ROOM #4 ~~...qli~ June 18, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #3/98 F41 CARING FOR NATURE MEETING # and DATE LOCATION #6/98 SEPTEMBER 3 NYCC COMM. RM. #2 #7/98 OCTOBER 1 NYCC COMM. RM. #2 #8/98 NOVEMBER 5 NYCC COMM. RM. #2 COMMUNITY AWARENESS AND STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING # and DATE LOCATION #6/98 SEPTEMBER 10 NYCC COMM. RM. 2 #7/98 OCTOBER 8 NYCC COMM. RM. 2 #8/98 NOVEMBER 12 NYCC COMM. RM. 2 RATIONALE: The summer meeting schedule may require adjustments at a later time in order to accommodate summer vacations. For information contact: Jennifer Bamford (ext. 305) Date: 1998.06.18. RES. #F41 /98 PROPOSED EVENT/WALK SCHEDULE FOR THE DON COUNCIL Moved by: Tom Waecher Seconded by: Deb Martin-Downs RECOMMENDATION THAT the following schedule of events be received for information. . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND The following list of events and walks is for your information. WALKS: Information provided by the Toronto Field Naturalists. For information call (416)924-5806. W'<<\ Lf 5' Iq~ F42 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #3/98 June 18, 1998 Upper Fisherville Creek - Nature Walk Tuesday, August 18 2:00 p.m. Meet at the southeast corner of Steeles Avenue West and Hidden Trail (east of Dufferin) We will be walking north to trace the route of this lost suburban creek. Report prepared by: Jennifer Bamford, ext. 305 For information contact: Marta Soucek, ext. 283 Date: 1998.06.11. RES. #F42/98 IMPLEMENTATION OF THE DON WATERSHED FISH COMMUNITY AND HABITAT MANAGEMENT PLAN Moved by: Roslyn Moore Seconded by: Don Cross THAT the report on the fish stocking be received. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND In 1992, the draft Don Watershed Fish Community and Habitat Management Plan was initiated by the Don Watershed Task Force and was developed concurrently with "Forty Steps To A New Don". The August 1997 draft of the Don Watershed Fish Community and Habitat Management Plan was received by the Authority at Meeting #6/97 with the following recommendations: 7HE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THA T the Don Watershed Fish Community and Habitat Management Plan, dated August, 1997, be received; THA T 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. " In keeping with the direction in the Plan, the East Don Subwatershed has been targeted for the introduction of migratory rainbow trout. The strategy for the development of a self sustaining rainbow trout population involves two activities: mitigating the effects of in stream barriers to fish movement and introducing rainbow trout to appropriate habitat in the upper reaches. To date, three barriers have been modified to allow passage which leaves three barriers to be addressed before the year 2000. In terms of stocking, in June 1997 approximately 10,000 rainbow trout fry were released into two tributaries of the Upper East Don subwatershed and on June 14, 1998 a further 10,000 fry were ww\,\(.,q, June 18,1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #3/98 F43 released. The trout fry for both stockings were obtained through the Ministry of Natural Resources from a Community Fisheries Involvement Project hatchery in the Rouge River Watershed. A few thousand brown trout were also stocked into the Don in 1997 as fingerlings and in 1998 as fry, on a trial basis. In 1997, staff monitored the success of the stocking and found that many fish had survived the summer and had grown substantially. Staff plan to monitor again in 1998 to determine winter survival. In the spring of 1999, staff would like to transfer adult rainbow trout to the same reaches that supported the fry to determine if they can spawn successfully. Knowledge of what can survive under present conditions will provide us with a better idea of how far we need to go in rehabilitation and thus what might reasonably be achieved. Staff will work closely with the MNR and interest groups to undertake this project. Report prepared by: Bernie Mcintyre (ext. 326) For information contact: Bernie Mcintyre (ext. 326) Date: 1998.06.17. TERMINATION Moved by: Barbara Anderson Seconded by: Don Simpson ON MOTION, the meeting adjourned at 10:00 p.m., Thursday, June 18,1998. Adele Freeman J. Craig Mather Don/Highland Watershed Specialist Secretary-Treasurer /jb ~~,",7/C18 THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL REPORT ON MEETING #4/98 WATERSHED MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #3/98 SEPTEMBER 18, 1998 ~"' '" "1/'1'( ~ V Js~o~hTm~~?~:~v;~~o~a~~~I,'?N(4~~6~<3~~~Yx~r,I~~ ~~~~~I~ MINUTES OF DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL #4/98 Page F44 August 20, 1998 The Don Watershed Regeneration Council met on Thursday, August 20, 1998, at the home of Deborah Martin-Downs, which is located at 91 Kirk Drive, Thornhill. The Chair, Mr. Mark Wilson called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.. PRESENT Margaret Buchinger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Margaret Casey ......................................................... Member Don Cross ............................................................. Member Bob Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Associate Member Councillor Joyce Frustaglio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alternate Member Moyra Haney ........................................................... Member Peter Hare ............................................................. Member Lorne Haveruk .......................................................... Member Wilfred Horwich ................................................ Associate Member Yuk Woo Lee ........................................................... Member Tija Luste .............................................................. Member Jim Lyle ............................................................... Member Deborah Martin-Downs ................................................... Member Denis McKee .................................................. Associate Member Kevin Mercer ........................................................... Member Tanny Wells. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alternate Member Mark Wilson .............................................................. Chair Jodi Wolk ...... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Associate Member STAFF Brian Dundas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Don Technician Adele Freeman. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Don/Highland Watershed Specialist Craig Mather ................................... Chief Administrative Officer, Authority Andrew McCammon .................................. Business Outreach Coordinator Marta Soucek. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Don Technical Assistant FOR YOUR INFORMATION Volunteer Monitoring - Aquatic Invertebrates Prior to the meeting, members and staff were trained in the collection and identification of aquatic invertebrates, as part of the Volunteer Training Program that will be launched next year. A 15 minute travelling kick sampling method using a D-frame net was undertaken, followed by species identification. A variety of organisms ranging from more sensitive to tolerant were found in the Pomona Mills stream. Samples from two other sites of the Don watershed were brought for identification and species comparison. WNt'" q /q~ August 20, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #4/98 F45 MOTION OF APPRECIATION RES. #F43/98 - Motion of Appreciation Moved by: Don Cross Seconded by: Peter Hare THAT a special thank you, from the Chair and members of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council and staff, be sent to Deborah Martin-Downs for hosting the Don Meeting and organizing dinner for the third consecutive year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED RES. #F44/98 - MINUTES OF THE LAST MEETING Moved by: Tija Luste Seconded by: Don Cross THAT the Minutes of Meeting #3/98 held June 18, 1998 be approved ......... CARRIED INFORMATION (a) Letter to Mark Wilson; regarding Community Groups to Find Community Based Storm Water Projects; received July 27, 1998; sent from Councillor Jack Layton and Councillor Bill Saudercook, City of Toronto. (b) Application and information on "Toronto Citizen Hearing on Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Water Pollution", Monday, September 28,1998,5-9 p.m., Room 308, Metro Hall, Toronto. (c) Flyer regarding "Riverdale Farm Ponds Naturalization Project Ribbon Cutting", Thursday, August 27, 1998, 8:30 a.moo (d) Flyer regarding "Solar and Wind Energy Workshops", Kortright Centre, Level 1 - Oct 1, Level 2 - Oct. 17, Level 3 - Oct. 18; for information or reservation call: (905) 832-2289. RES. #F45/98 - INFORMATION Moved by: Deb Martin-Downs Seconded by: Denis McKee THAT the above-noted information (a), (b), @ and (d) be received for information ....... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED ~~CO/" F46 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #4/98 August 20, 1998 PRESENTATIONS (a) Volunteer Ravine Canvas Presented by Kevin Mercer RES. #F46/98 - PRESENTATIONS Moved by: Lorne Haveruk Seconded by: Margaret Buchinger THAT the presentation noted above be received with thanks ................ CARRIED BACKGROUND Kevin Mercer presented a plan on a door to door volunteer canvass program to target ravine homeowners. Currently, existing material is being reviewed by staff of the RiverSides Stewardship Alliance. A flyer will be developed by the end of the summer season. Kevin will provide training for Council members interested in being involved in the canvass. A memo asking for suggestions on areas to be targeted will be sent out. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION RES. #F47 198 - REPORTS FROM WORKING COMMITTEES Moved by: Margaret Casey Carried by: Don Cross THAT the draft Minutes of meetings from the following Committees, including specific recommendations as noted below, be received and endorsed ............... CARRIED COMMUNITY AWARENESS AND STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE -Meeting #4/98, June 11, 1998 There were no formal Recommendations made. -Meeting #5/98, August 13, 1998 RECOMMENDATION THAT regular reports be prepared for municipal politicians with wards in the Don watershed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED wm~J/Oft August 20, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #4/98 F47 RECOMMENDATION THAT the Committee be authorized to pursue an event for the purposes of fundraising and raising awareness in the Don headwaters; AND FURTHER THAT the Conservation Foundation to be requested to assist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED CARING FOR WATER COMMITTEE - Meeting #5/98, June 23, 1998 On June 23, 1998 members of the Committee attended a public meeting on regarding the stormwater study in the Moore Park Ravine. No formal meeting took place. CARING FOR NATURE COMMITTEE - Meeting #5/98, August 6, 1998 No formal Recommendations were made. RES. #F48/98 - UPCOMING MEETING DATES AND LOCATIONS FOR THE DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL Moved by: Deb Martin-Downs Seconded by: Mark Robson THAT the proposed meeting schedule be received for information. . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND Schedule of upcoming meetings: DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL MEETING # and DATE LOCATION #5/98 SEPT. 17/98 Room 3 - DON VALLEY BRICK WORKS #6/98 NOV. 19/98 TO BE ANNOUNCED CARING FOR WATER MEETING # and DATE LOCATION . #7/98 SEPTEMBER 24 NYCC COMM ROOM #4 #8/98 OCTOBER 22 NYCC COMM ROOM #4 ~~ Sci/'l F48 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #4/98 August 20, 1998 CARING FOR NATURE MEETING # and DATE LOCATION #7/98 OCTOBER 1 NYCC COMM. RM. #2 #8/98 NOVEMBER 5 NYCC COMM. RM. #2 COMMUNITY AWARENESS AND STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING # and DATE LOCATION #7/98 OCTOBER 8 NYCC COMM. RM. 2 #8/98 NOVEMBER 12 NYCC COMM. RM. 2 For information contact: Adele Freeman, extension 238 Date: August 18, 1998 RES. #F49/98 - PROPOSED EVENT SCHEDULE Moved by: Don Cross Seconded by: Tija Luste THAT the following schedule of events be received for information. . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND The following list of events and walks is for your information. Events: Sat. Sept. 19 River of Light Celebration - Festive Earth Society 1-11 p.m. Various Events - River walks, Arts and Culture Concert, Harvest Food Fair, Pond Renewal Ceremony, Beer Garden and Dance Tel. 469-2977; Fax 469-3588; E-mail Dragontime@followme.com Tues. Sept. 29 What are Those Things in the Valley? 7-9 p.m, Friends of the Don East (FODE) Tel. 444-9773 East York Civic Centre, Council Chambers 850 Coxwell Avenue 'arMoftimer Avenue,~ Special evening with the artist of the "Elevated Wetlands" Donations gratefully accepted. Walks: Information provided by the Task Force to Bring Back the Don. For information call: (416)392-0401. v::J;'Os3/Q <l August 20, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #4/98 F49 Monday, Sept. 14 Autumn in the Don 6:30 p.m. Visit the Lower Don Valley with stops at Chester Springs Marsh, the Riverdale Farm Ponds, and other restoration sites, and take in some of the beautiful fall colours, Meet at the entrance to Broadview Subway Station. The following information was provided by the Toronto Field Naturalists: October 18 Forks of the Don 2:00 p.m. Northeast corner of Overlea Boulevard and Beth Neilson (opposite Thorncliffe Boulevard) Leader: Noel Harding, artist of The Elevated Wetlands For information contact: 968-6255 October 21 Earl Bales Park 10:30 a.m. Meet at the Community Centre at the north end of the park. Bring your lunch. For information contact: 968-6255 Information provided by the Festive Earth Society. For information contact: Claudia 469-3412, Lisa 364-7968 or Annabel 486-4093. Saturday, Sept. 19 Hidden Treasures River Walk (Part of the River of Light Celebration 1-5 p.m. Event noted above) Starting point will consist of an information station on the pedestrian foot bridge crossing Bayview Avenue. A detailed schedule of programmes and events will be provided. Report prepared by: Jennifer Bamford, extension 305 For information contact: Marta Soucek, extension 283 Date: August 08, 1998 TERMINATION Moved by: Eric Shapero Seconded by: Yuk Woo Lee ON MOTION, the meeting.a<;ljourned at 10:00 p.m., Thursday, August 20,1998. Adele Freeman J. Craig Mather Don/Highland Watershed Specialist Secretary- T reasu rer /jb ~~~'1ttr6 THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL REPORT ON MEETING #5/98 WATERSHED MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #4/98 OCTOBER 23, 1998 ~---- \a.)~ ss-,,, ~ V ~~o~hTm~~~~O~~Vi~NO~ta~~~I~N(4~~~~~~Yx~I,I~~ ~~~~~I~a MINUTES OF DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL #5/98 Page F50 September 17, 1998 The Don Watershed Regeneration Council met on Thursday, September 17, 1998, in Room 3 at the Don Valley Brick Works site, which is located at 550 Bayview Avenue, East York. The Vice- Chair, Ms. Lorna Krawchuk called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.. PRESENT Barbara Anderson ....................................................... Member Karen Boniface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Staff Liasion Member Margaret Buchinger ..................................................... Member Francis Cadeau ................................................ Associate Member Margaret Casey ......................................................... Member Don Cross ............................................................. Member Bob Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Associate Member Peter Hare ............................................................. Member Wilfred Horwich ................................................ Associate Member Lorna Krawchuk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Vice-Chair Yuk Woo Lee ........................................................... Member Domenic Lunardo ............................................ Staff Liaison Member Tija Luste .............................................................. Member Jim Lyle ............................................................... Member Deborah Martin-Downs ................................................... Member Roslyn Moore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Eric Shapero ........................................................... Member Erin Shapero .................................................. Associate Member Kathleen Therriault . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Tanny Wells. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alternate Member Jodi Wolk ............... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Associate Member STAFF Brian Dundas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Don Technician Adele Freeman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Don/Highland Watershed Specialist Craig Mather ................................... Chief Administrative Officer, Authority Andrew McCammon .................................. Business Outreach Coordinator Marta Soucek. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Don Technical Assistant GUESTS Beth Cragg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Task Force to Bring Back the Don John Wilson ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Task Force to Bring Back the Don lVm5'G,/Q<l F51 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #5/98 September 17, 1998 RES. #F50/98 - MINUTES OF THE LAST MEETING Moved by: Don Cross Seconded by: Roslyn Moore THAT the Minutes of Meeting #4/98 held August 20,1998 be approved. . . . . . . . CARRIED BUSINESS ARISING FROM MINUTES THAT Miriam Mozes, Eric Shapero and Don Simpson be shown as present at Meeting #4/98, held August 20, 1998 CORRESPONDENCE (a) Information from Joe Halstead, Commissioner of Toronto Economic Development, Culture & Tourism, dated August 1998, regarding the Toronto 2008 Olympic Bid. RES. #F51/98 - CORRESPONDENCE Moved by: Margaret Casey Seconded by: Tija Luste THAT the above-noted correspondence be received for information .......... CARRIED INFORMATION (a) CHESTER SPRINGS MARSH MONITORING PROGRAM, Res. #D19/98, Minutes of Watershed Management Advisory Board, Meeting #2/98, June j 9, .1998 (b) BARTLEY SMITH GREENWAY - THE WEST DON 1998-2002 Res. #D18/98, Minutes of Watershed Management Advisory Board Meeting #2/98, June 19, 1998 (c) VELLORE WOODS COMMUNITY (BLOCK 32W) Res. #D14/98, Minutes of Watershed Management Advisory Board Meeting #2/98, June 19, 1998 ~W\S"7M September 17, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #5/98 F52 (d) TAYLOR MASSEY CREEK REGENERATION IN TERRAVIEW PARK AND WILLOWFIELD GARDENS PARK Staff Report to Watershed Management Advisory Board Meeting #3/98, September 18, 1998 (e) DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL 1998-1999 WORK PLAN Staff Report to Watershed Management Advisory Board RES. #F52/98 - INFORMATION Moved by: Peter Hare Seconded by: Tija Luste THAT the above-noted information: (a), (b), (c), (d) and (e) be received for information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED PRESENT A TIONS (a) Frog Monitoring Presented by Lionel Normand Lionel Normand, a TRCA Terrestrial Biologist, gave a presentation on the Don Watershed Volunteer Frog Monitoring Program. In 1997, the TRCA developed a survey protocol and provided two training sessions for 40 participants. Data for 36 sites were inputted into an Archview program and analysed. Adaptable species such as American Toads were found in most urban areas, and even some species of concern such as the Gray Treefrog were found throughout the watershed. In 1998, five training sessions, including three field trips, were organized with 200 people participating from the Don and Humber watersheds. The.program received a lot of media attention. After inputting the 1998 data, a statistics program will be run and results will be used to adjust the methodology. In 1999, a final report will summarize three year data for the Don Report Card in the year 2000. Targets for the Frog Indicator will be set and long-term monitoring objectives and methods will be determined. Other indicator species will be introduced. Preliminary Conclusions This information shows a direction for prioritizing sites for protection and rehabilitation, at both regional and local levels. For example, the sites with adaptable species may be just as important for protection currently on the Don as the more regional sites because of the lack of habitat in general. The findings of frog species in the highly urban context points to the potential success of rehabilitation efforts. Regional sites are crucial for their own sake as high L.Jffi 5"~Jq8 F53 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #5/98 September 1 7. 1998 quality sites as well as for their function as sources for rehabilitation sites. The Science Centre and the McGill ESA are two such sites in the south and north portions of the Don. More substantial conclusions will be made from the statistical analysis of the data after three years. RES. #F53/98 - PRESENTATIONS Moved by: Margaret Buchinger Seconded by: Don Cross THAT the presentation noted above be received with thanks ................ CARRIED ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION RES. #F54/98 - REPORT ON THE CITY OF TORONTO REQUEST REGARDING EXISTING ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITTEES AND THE CITY COUNCIL ENVIRONMENTAL TASK FORCE Moved by: Peter Hare Carried by: Margaret Casey WHEREAS, the Don River is an important natural and cultural resource within the City and the Toronto region that provides environmental, educational, recreational, and economic opportunities; and, WHEREAS, the management of the Don Watershed located in both the Regional Municipality of York and the City of Toronto, is necessary in order to ensure that the health, quality, form, and function of the Don within the City of Toronto is protected and enhanced; and, WHEREAS, the TRCA, in 1988, adopted "A Greenspace Plan for the Greater Toronto Region", which included the development of watershed management strategies based on an ecosystem approach to planning and the establishment of planning task forces for each major river watershed system within the Authority's jurisdiction; and, WHEREAS, the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, a subcommittee of the TRCA was formed to Implement the report" Fotty Steps to a New Ootl'; and, WHEREAS, local community stewardship and the implementation of projects at the local level is a vital component of watershed management; and, -- --- -- - --- l,.)~ 5""' I'S September 17. 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #5/98 F54 WHEREAS, the Don Watershed Regeneration Council and the Task Force to Bring Back the Don approach the task of bringing back the Don in tandem but with different yet complementary approaches - one with a strategic focus on the entire watershed and the other with an intensiv~, action-oriented focus on a local portion of the river; and, WHEREAS, the most efficient and effective way to achieve watershed regeneration is with community involvement, including volunteer support; therefore, the Don Watershed Regeneration Council endorses the following recommendations of the Task Force to Bring Back the Don contained in its report to the Chief Administrative Officer of the City of Toronto being: 1_ Thatthe Task Force to Bring Back the Don model be applied throughout the City in implementing river restoration activities in the Don and in Toronto's other watersheds," 2. That the mandate of the Task Force to Bring Back the Don be confirmed as being to: . Educate and involve Toronto's citizens in the restoration of the Don River Watershed,- . Fundraise and establish partnerships for Don River restoration projects," . Undertake Don River restoration projects in partnership with City departments~ outside agencies~ community groups~ the private sectot; and individual volunteers," . Act as a watchdog and advise City Council with respect to issues affecting the Don," . Work with The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and its Don Watershed Regeneration Council," . Retain a primary focus on the Lower Don sub-watershed, while advising City Council with respect to the establishment of City-sponsored Don stewardship groups in upstream sub- watersheds of the Don in Toronto; . Advise community-based stewardship groups from other Toronto watersheds on river restoration issues and responses," 3. That the Chief Administrative Officer request the appropriate staff to repo~ in consultation with the Commissioners of Urban Planning and Development Services and Economic Developmen~ Culture~ and Tourism Services~ other City Departments~ the Healthy City Office~ the Task Force~ the Don Watershed Regeneration Counci~ and the Environmental Task Force on: . The feasibility of establishing City-sponsored stewardship groups~ as a response to community interes~ in upstream sub-watersheds of the Don and in Toronto's other watersheds," and, . The staffing and resource needs required to support the Task Force to Bring Back the Don and other similar stewardship groups which might be established for the upstream sub-watersheds of the Don and in Toronto's other watersheds; 4_ That current Task Force to Bring Back the Don staffing and resource levels be maintained until the two revIews outlined In Recommendation (3) are undertaken; 5. That the Striking Committee be asked to appoint three City Councillors to sit as cross- appointed members of the Task Force to Bring Back the Don and the Don Watershed Regeneration Counci~ for the term of City Counci~ with at least one Councillor who is a member of TRCA; ~f\)c,ofq~ F55 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #5/98 September 17, 1998 8. That the City's Task Force to Bring Back the Don be directed to continue to meet on a regular basis with the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's Don Watershed Regeneration Council to coordinate plans and activities~ and develop funding partnerships~ while ensuring that their roles remain complementary and that duplication is avoided. AND FURTHER THAT the Don Watershed Regeneration Council's report entitled: "The Role of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council in the City of Toronto and its Relationship to the Environmental Task Force" be included in the TRCA's response to the CAO of the City of Toronto. AMENDMENT RES. #F55/98 Moved by: Margaret Casey Seconded by: Tanny Wells THAT Item 3 point be amended to read: 3. That the Chief Administrative Officer request the appropriate staff to report, in consultation with the Commissioners of Urban Planning and Development Services and Economic Developmen" Cullure~ and Tourism Services~ other City Departments~ the Healthy City Office~ the Task Force~ the Don Watershed Regeneration Counci~ and the Environmental Task Force on: . The feasibility of establishing City-sponsored stewardship groups~ as a response to community interes" in upstream sub-watersheds of the Don and in Toron/o's other watersheds. THE AMENDMENT WAS .............................................. CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS ............................... CARRIED RES. #F56/98- TAYLOR MASSEY CREEK REGENERATION PROJECT IN TERRAVIEW PARK AND WILLOWFIELD GARDENS PARK Moved by: Jodi Wolk Seconded by: Deb Martin-Downs THAT a letter of support be forwarded to the EcoAction coordinator with respect to the funding application for Terraview Park and Willowfield Gardens Park by the Terraview Willowfield Community School Council; \,.')W\(, I /98 September 17, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #5/98 F56 AND FURTHER THAT Don Council members: Kathleen Therriault, Bob Davis, Tija Luste, Lorna Krawchuk, Craig Mather, Barbara Anderson, and Paula Davis are willing to provide support for plantings or in other capacities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND Taylor/Massey Creek is one of the four tributaries of the Don River. The Report of the Don River Watershed Task Force entitled "Forty Steps to a New Don" outlines a strategy for the regeneration of the Don River Watershed. Included in that report were a number of concept sites designed and promoted to demonstrate regeneration opportunities and methods within this heavily urbanized watershed. The Terraview Park and Willowfield Gardens Park project is one of the original concept sites identified. Implementation of this site has long been awaited by members of the community and the Don Watershed Regeneration Council. The site consists of a 0.6 km section of concrete lined watercourse which traverses manicured parkland and schoolyards. In the 1950's, the watercourse was straightened and channelized resulting in the loss of headwater wetland and riparian habitat. Water quality samples taken by the former City of Scarborough from the outfalls discharging into this section of Massey Creek have indicated concentrations of suspended solids, nutrients and faecal coliform bacteria in excess of the Provincial Guidelines for Recreational Water Quality. The project includes the following features: . removal of the existing concrete channel of Massey Creek . construction of naturalized creek reaches . construction of a plunge pool, two wetlands with small islands, and a innovative peat bog for water quality improvement and habitat enhancement . widening of the flood plain to provide additional stormwater storage . installation of oil\sediment separators in the storm sewer system for water quality improvement . construction of a regulation soccer field with a subsurface stormwater filter system . construction of a playground and water play area . construction of walking trails . plantings to enhance the habitat and site aesthetics . construction of outdoor classroom/monitoring pods . disposal of excess excavated material at the rear of the Toronto District School Board property located on the north side of Terraview Park, re-Iandscaping of the area, and the construction of a softball diamond. The final design (available at the meeting) is the result of a multi-disciplinary steering committee led by the City of Toronto, supported by the TRCA which included representatives from the Terraview Willowfield Community School Council. The Terraview Willowfield Community School Council (TWCSC) have also been involved in organizing community clean-ups, yellow fish road storm drain marking events and tree plantings. wm CD Ql/q~ F57 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #5/98 September 17, 1998 RATIONALE The initial cost estimates for the Terraview Park and Willowfield Gardens Park have exceeded the initial capital budgets. This issue has been addressed through the reduction of plantings, landscape features and interpretive signage as well as other cost saving measures. TWCSC have become active in raising funds for the project. On October 1, TWCSC plan to submit an application to EcoAction 2000 for approximately $35,000 - 40,000. The project will primarily consist of planting approximately 1100 bare root trees, 1200 shrubs and aquatic plants and 8 interpretive signs. The TRCA staff and the Don Council have been requested for in-kind assistance. The types of in-kind assistance that can be offered by the Don Council can include - inclusion of the site in the community frog monitoring and future community aquatic invertebrate monitoring program, and active participation in planting events. In addition, the Don Council can support this application through a letter to the EcoAction Co-ordinator. WORK TO BE DONE Five to seven people could offer to assist at plantings on an as-needed basis. A letter of support for the signature of the Chair of the Don Council is to be drafted. For information contact: Adele Freeman, extension 238 Date: September 10, 1998 RES. #F57/98- TORONTO AND REGION REMEDIAL ACTION PLAN UPDATE Moved by: Barbara Anderson Seconded by: Jim Lyle THAT the Don Council nominate Peter Hare, Deb Martin-Downs, Kevin Mercer, Margaret Buchinger, Don Cross and Francis Cadeau to participate at the Clean Waters Summit on behalf of the Don watershed; AND FURTHER THAT other interested Don Council members wishing to participate may contact Tija Luste for further information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED 1. Clean Waters Summit This event is scheduled for Saturday, November 21, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.. It will bring together key citizen, municipal, and agency stakeholders, to discuss priority actions and set an agenda to deal with the serious challenges of stormwater management, combined sewer overflows, and habitat destruction. Space is limited to 150 people, to ensure good discussion and evenly distributed perspectives. Several spaces have been reserved for Don Council members. Some spaces will be available on a first-come basis to the general public. ~~..31'B September 17, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #5/98 F58 2. Ontario Public Advisory Council (OPAC) OPAC is a group with membership from each Area of Concern, that shares information and advice among the citizens of the different Remedial Action Plans across the Province. Traditionally, the Public Advisory Committee in each RAP appoints the OPAC member. Under the new watershed-based approach, we no longer have an officially- recognized Public Advisory Committee. Instead, we have the Don Council, Humber Alliance, Rouge Alliance, Toronto Bay Initiative, and groups emerging in the other watersheds and waterfront. We are asking for citizens to be nominated, or to nominate themselves, to be the 1998/99 OPAC member. The election will be held at the Clean Waters Summit. At this time, OPAC is discussing and revising its mandate, but the responsibilities are mainly: . To attend OPAC meetings and conference calls (expenses are paid by Environment Canada), and represent the watersheds and waterfront of the Toronto and Region RAP Area. . To solicit opinion and issues from the various watershed groups to take to OPAC, and disseminate information received from OPAC to the watershed groups (the Waterfront Regeneration Trust will assist with logistics of this task). The most important thing to note is that the OPAC member is representing all the watersheds (Etobicoke, Mimico, Humber, Don, Highland, Rouge, Toronto Bay and Waterfront). An interest in this bigger picture is essential. Nomination forms, which will include more details, will be available shortly from the Waterfront Regeneration Trust. 3. RAP Awards of Excellence At the Clean Waters Summit, awards will be distributed recognizing outstanding contribution to RAP goals. Details have not been finalized, but awards will likely be distributed to both projects and people/groups. Again, nomination forms will be available shortly from the Waterfront Regeneration Trust. For information contact: Tija Luste at (416) 314-9485 Date: September 14, 1998 RES. #F58/98- PROCEDURES FOR REPORTING ENVIRONMENTAL SPILLS Moved by: Deb'Martin-Downs Seconded by: Yuk Woo Lee THAT the copy of the information received from Martin Shaw, Sr, Engineer, City of Toronto Works and Emergency Services Department, as well as the staff report be forwarded to FOD-E; ~m~lJJer& F59 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #5/98 September 17, 1998 THAT the Don Council continue to advocate for spills prevention; AND FURTHER THAT the City of Toronto staff be advised that the Don Council is supportive of efforts to reduce the impacts of spills within the City and supports the review of spills response being undertaken. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED AMENDMENT RES. #F59/98 THAT the Don Watershed Regeneration Council request the City of Toronto to make the Environmental Spills Reporting phone number more prominent; AND FURTHER THAT a copy of these minutes be sent to Michael Price, City of Toronto for information. THE AMENDMENT WAS .............................................. CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION AS AMENDED WAS ................................. CARRIED BACKGROUND Correspondence has been received from FOD-E regarding a clarification on spills reporting (see attached) . TRCA staff contacted Martin Shaw, Sr. Engineer at the City of Toronto Works and Emergency Services Department, regarding the above request. The following summarized response was received: The emergency number for spills, (416) 325-3000, is listed in the Blue Pages of the Toronto phone book on page 13, under ONT 609, Environmental Spill Reporting. It is the Ministry of the Environment (MOE) Spills Action Centre number that can be reached 24 hours a day. The MOE's jurisdiction is the natural environment (air, soil, water and groundwater). The number, 392-9940, for emergency response to spills for the City of Toronto is listed on page 20 of the Blue Pages under Emergency Services. If the line is busy, the message will be taken by the clerk, or if all lines are busy or the call is after hours, the caller will get a voice mail. Under Metro Works there is also an emergency after hours number, 392-8211. The former area municipalities also list emergency numbers for sewer/water. The municipality's jurisdiction with regard to spills is limited to sewers and sewer discharges. The municipality owns the sewers and is responsible to the MOE as to what is discharged into them or from them into the environment. The municipality will obviously be concerned about its own facilities and whether they are violating provincial or Federal laws (Fisheries Act, etc,). - -- - -- ~ c,'SI911 September 17, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #5/98 F60 Typically, both the MOE and the municipality where the spill occurred are advised about the incident. The municipality usually responds faster being physically in the area. The municipality has the right to respond to the spill, take actions to prevent further extent of the spill and initiate a clean-up. The municipality would advise the MOE Spills Actions Centre (SAC) about the spill. The MOE evaluates the impact of the spill on the environment, takes water samples if applicable, pictures of the site and investigates into the cause of the spill. The MOE advises the discharger about the responsibility to clean-up the spill, as stated under the Environmental Protection Act, Part X, Spills. Mr. Shaw stated that there is no record about the particular spill mentioned in the article forwarded to the Don Council by FOD-E. Usually, if the MOE is notified, they would advise the City immediately. The City of Toronto Works and Emergency Services Department has no record of any contact by the complainant or the MOE. Martin Shaw would be pleased to review this incident further with representatives of FOD-E. The MOE Spills Action Centre had a record of this incident reported to them on May 25, 1998. Apparently no action was taken by SAC due to the difficulty in tracking the source down when spills are reported some days (in this case four days) after the occurrence. The complaint was forwarded to the MOE Toronto District office. The issue of spills is being reviewed by the City of Toronto as a result of the amalgamation. It is too early to say how this may change current reporting and response procedures. Report prepared by: Marta Soucek, extension 283 For information contact: Adele Freeman extension 238 Date: September 14, 1998 RES. #F60/98 - REPORTS FROM WORKING COMMITTEES Moved by: Kathleen Therriault Seconded by: Francis Cadeau THAT the draft Minutes of meetings from the following Committees, including specific r.ecommendations as noted, be received and endorsed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED COMMUNITY AWARENESS AND STEWARDSHIP'COMMITTEE - Meeting #6/98, September 10, 1998 RECOMMENDATION: THAT the Don Watershed Regeneration Council request The City of Toronto to consider the extension of the development and signage of "Discovery Walks" to urn (,~/q<l F61 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #5/98 September 17, 1 998 additional areas within the Don and other watersheds to promote the exceptional greens pace and trail resources of the City and to encourage the appropriate use of these resources within the new City; AND FURTHER THAT the Don Council members would be pleased to assist with the identification of areas and providing information for the map development. CARING FOR WATER COMMITTEE Update from Tija Luste Dated August 21, 1998 CARING FOR NATURE COMMITTEE Update of Activities, dated September 14, 1998 RECOMMENDATION THAT the Council receive this update report for their information and comment (available at meeting); AND FURTHER THAT the Council approve the draft Work Plan for development of a Natural Heritage Study. Report prepared by: Jennifer Bamford, extension 305 For Information contact: Adele Freeman, extension 238 Date: September 14, 1998 RES. #F61/98- PROPOSED EVENT SCHEDULE Moved by: Wilfred Horwich Seconded by: Erin Shapero THAT the following schedule of events be received for information. EVENTS: Sun. Sept. 27 Keatifl.9 Channel Planting 1 p.m. Meet where the Don meets the Toronto Bay, at the corner of Lakeshore Boulevard East and Cherry Street. We will gather at the Irish Rover Pub following the planting. For information contact: 392-0401 Tues. Sept. 29 What are Those Things in the Valley? 7-9 p.m. Friends of the Don East (FODE) Tel. 444-9773 \A)"M.c. 7/'5 September 17, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #5/98 F62 East York Civic Centre, Council Chambers 850 Coxwell Avenue at Mortimer Avenue, EY Special evening with the artist of the "Elevated Wetlands" Donations gratefully accepted. Sat. Oct. 3 Sackville Playground Planting 10 a.m. Meet at the corner of Adelaide and Power Streets - in the Corktown neighbourhood For information contact: 392-0401 Sunday, Oct. 4 Tending the Garden - Brick Works 10 a.m.-noon Mulching and weeding, wildflower meadow and habitat wetland Phone: 596-1495, extension 24 - Evergreen Foundation Sat., Oct. 17 Milne Hollow Planting 10 a.m. Meet at the Milne Hollow parking lot which leads south from Lawrence Avenue east, just east of the Don Valley Pkwy. For information contact: 392-0401 Sun. Oct. 18 Yonge-Summerhill Planting 10 a.m. Meet at the entrance to the Summerhill Subway Station on Shaftesbury Avenue For information contact: 392-0401 October 29 Charles Sauriol Dinner - Fundraising Event 6p.m. Reception 7p.m. Dinner Slack Creek Pioneer Village, Tickets $100 For information contact: Waneeta, 661-6600, extension 276 WALKS: Sunday, Oct. 4 Greening the Port Lands Walk 1 p.m. Walk through the Toronto Port Lands to discuss greening initiatives, including the development of a green corridor along the Don Roadway. Meet at the Queen Street Bridge over the Don. For information contact: 392-0401 Fri. Oct. 13 The White Oaks of Deer Park 2 p.m. Peter Hare leads us on a tour of the urban forest in Deer Park, including many beautiful oaks along the height of land above the Iroquois Shore Cliff. Meet at the Deer Park Library, corner of Alvin and St. Clair Ave. East For more information call: Ed Souza 599-4171 Lumf.D~Jq~ F63 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #5/98 September 17,1998 Sun. Oct. 18 Walmsley Brook, the Upper Mill and the Elevation Wetlands At the 2 p.m. Forks of the Don Northeast corner of Overlea Boulevard and Beth Neilson (opposite Thorncliffe Boulvard) Leader: Noel Harding, artist of The Elevated Wetlands For information contact FODE: 544-0420 Wed. Oct. 21 Earl Bales Park 10:30 a.m. Meet at the Community Centre at the north end of the park. Bring your lunch. For information contact: 968-6255 Report prepared by: Jennifer Bamford, extension 305 Date: September 15, 1998 RES. #F62/98 - UPCOMING MEETING DATES AND LOCATIONS FOR THE DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL Moved by: Deb Martin-Downs Seconded by: Mark Robson THAT the proposed meeting schedule be received for information. . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL MEETING # and DATE LOCATION #6/98 NOV. 19/98 ZION HEIGHTS JR. HIGH SCHOOL 5900 Leslie Street, North York CARING FOR WATER MEETING # and DATE LOCATION #8/98 OCTOBER 22 NYCC COMM ROOM #4 CARING FOR NATURE MEETING # and DATE LOCATION #7/98 OCTOBER 1 NYCC COMM. RM. #2 - -- - - - ~c.qM September 17, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #5/98 F64 COMMUNITY AWARENESS AND STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING # and DATE LOCATION #7/98 OCTOBER 8 NYCC COMM. RM. 2 #8/98 NOVEMBER 12 NYCC COMM. RM. 2 For information contact: Adele Freeman, extension 238 Date: September 14, 1998 TERMINATION Moved by: Margaret Casey Seconded by: Tija Luste ON MOTION, the meeting adjourned at 10:00 p.m., Thursday, September 17,1998. Adele Freeman J. Craig Mather Don/Highland Watershed Specialist Secretary-Treasurer /jb ~"'Ol" THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL REPORT ON MEETING #6/98 "->1\\7 II'" ~ V Js~o;hTm~~~~o~~Vi~~O~ta~~~I~N{4~~~-6~~Yx~I,I~~ ~~~~~I~a MINUTES OF DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL #6/98 Page F65 November 19, 1998 The Don Watershed Regeneration Council met on Thursday, November 19, 1998, in Room 208 at the Zion Heights Junior High School, which is located at 5900 Leslie Street, North York. The Chair, Mr. Mark Wilson called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.. PRESENT Margaret Buchinger ..................................................... Member Francis Cadeau ................................................ Associate Member Margaret Casey ......................................................... Member Don Cross ............................................................. Member Bob Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Associate Member Moyra Haney .................................................. Associate Member Peter Hare ............................................................. Member Lorne Haveruk .......................................................... Member Lorna Krawchuk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Vice-Chair Yuk Woo Lee ........................................................... Member Jim Lyle ............................................................... Member Deborah Martin-Downs ................................................... Member Denis McKee .................................................. Associate Member Kevin Mercer ........................................................... Member Roslyn Moore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Miriam Mozes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Associate Member John Nemeth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alternate Member Eric Shapero ........................................................... Member Don Simpson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Ken Smith. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Associate Member Tracy Smith ............................................................ Member Tanny Wells. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alternate Member Michael White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Mark Wilson .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Chair Paul Wilson ................................................... Associate Member STAFF Jon Clayton .................................................... Fisheries Biologist Brian Dundas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Don Technician Adele Freeman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Don/Highland Watershed Specialist Kristin Geater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Highland Technician Angela Jonkman ....................................................... Engineer Andrew McCammon .................................. Business Outreach Coordinator Marta Soucek. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Don Technical Assistant wrY\7al'n F66 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #6/98 November 19, 1998 GUESTS Christine Fedirchuk ................................................ York University Tove Fynbo ...................................................... York University Heather Heagle ................................................... City of Vaughan Corey Katz ............................................ Don Mills Collegiate Institute Sue Montgomery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , , . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . City of Vaughan Slava Sakhanenko . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Northview Secondary School Mark Teper. . , . . . . . . . . . '.' . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Don Mills Collegiate Institute RES. #F63/98 - MINUTES OF THE LAST MEETING Moved by: Don Cross Seconded by: Deb Martin-Downs THAT the Minutes of Meeting #5/98 held September 17,1998 be approved .... CARRIED BUSINESS ARISING FROM MINUTES THAT Miriam Mozes be shown as present at Meeting #5/98, held September 17,1998; AND FURTHER THAT Don Simpson be shown as a Member not as an Associate Member. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF Deb Martin-Downs stated that she had an interest in the Mud Creek presentation and therefore withdrew herself from that item. - -- -------- ~.,~/.a November 19, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #6/98 F67 CORRESPONDENCE (a) NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT FLYER Denis McKee RES. #F64/98 - CORRESPONDENCE Moved by: Margaret Casey Seconded by: Kevin Mercer THAT the above-noted correspondence regarding the exhibit be received for infoawtdtRlAED INFORMATION (a) WILKET-MILNE CREEK REGENERATION PLAN 2-3 Lower West Don Watershed Minutes from Watershed Management Advisory Board, Meeting #4/98, October 23, 1998 (b) DON VALLEY BRICK WORKS MUD CREEK RECONNECTION 4-5 Detailed Design and Implementation Program Minutes from Watershed Management Advisory Board, Meeting #4/98, October 23, 1998 (c) DON VALLEY BRICK WORKS MUD CREEK RECONNECTION 6-7 Consultant Selection Staff Report to Watershed Management Advisory Board, Meeting #5/98, November 20, 1998 (d) G. ROSS LORD RESERVOIR WETLAND CREATION AND SHORELINE REGENERATION PROJECT - PHASE 1 8-11 Toronto Remedial Action Plan (e) BAKER SUGAR BUSH & BLOCK 100MB REFERRALS 12-16 City of Vaughan RES. #F65/98 INFORMATION Moved by: Roslyn Moore Seconded by: Kevin Mercer wrn 7'1IQQ F68 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #6/98 November 19, 1998 THAT the above-noted information: (a), (b), (c), (d) and (e) be received for information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED PRESENT A TIONS (a) MAP REFLECTIONS Presented by Tove Fynbo and Christine Fedirchuk of York University; Corey Katz and Mark Teper of Don Mills Collegiate Institute; Slava Sakhanenko of Northview Secondary School The Map Reflections program was developed over the summer of 1998 by students from the Don Mills Collegiate Institute, Northview Secondary School and York University. Map Reflections, a customized version of ArcView software, is a geographic interactive program that allows to document collected data and share among participating schools. It also allows for adding images, writings, and other site specific data from the research. Data obtained from water tests conducted in May 1998 in each subwatershed of the Don as part of the Don Watershed Education Program, were input and analyzed. A presentation for teachers was held in September at the York University. The software was distributed to seven participating schools within the Don. (b) NEWSCAST presented by Adele Freeman Adele gave an update of various projects and accomplishments the TRCA has been involved with through the Toronto RAP capital initiative in 1998. Helliwell's Hill Wetland Project Helliwell's Hill is the Task Force to Bring Back the Don's small scale aquatic habitat project. It consists of an emergent marsh and wet meadow, including habitat features designed to attract turtles, amphibians and butterflies. The project was completed in 1998. Wilket Creek One hundred metres of stream will'be regenerated immediately south of the gardens and the pond in Edwards Gardens. The work is to begin in 1998. Mud Creek A report was developed to design the reconnection of Mud Creek to the Don River. This design will address fish passage and spawning in the Lower Brick Works Ponds. The design is to be completed by February 1999. The project will be implemented by February 1999. WM7S"1YI November 19, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #6/98 F69 G. Ross Lord Reservoir - Wetland Creation and Shoreline Regeneration Project Wetland habitat of up to 3.2 ha of habitat will be created, along with shoreline regeneration and improved public access within the reservoir. The work will begin in 1998; project will be completed in 1999. Lawrence Weir Mitigation One of the 60 barriers identified in the Don Watershed, located on the East Don River at Lawrence Avenue, will be mitigated to allow migratory species to enter upstream spawning areas. A rocky ramp will be constructed this fall. Elevated Wetlands Elevated Wetlands is a project of Noel Harding, resident artist with the Canadian Plastics Industry Association. Water from the Don River is pumped using energy generated by solar panels into raised containers that contain recycled inert plastic as a growing medium to sustain growth of wetland plants. Plastic functions as a mechanical filter and the plants as a biological filter in removing nutrients and some toxins from the water. Treated water is discharged back to the Don River. The location of these elevated wetlands close to the Don Valley Parkway has created a great deal of public attention. Todmorden Mills The enhancement of the Todmorden oxbow was undertaken this fall. City of Toronto, Todmorden Mills Wildflower Preserve, Great Lakes Clean Up Fund and various other funders have combined efforts. Regeneration Project Database Brian Dundas is developing a project database to store information on regeneration projects across the TRCA jurisdiction. The database, which should be set up by the end of this year, will facilitate the Report Card and future monitoring efforts. RES. #F66/98 - PRESENTATIONS Moved by: Margaret Buchinger Seconded by: Don Cross THAT the above-noted presentations (a) and (b) be received with thanks ...... CARRIED ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION RES. #F67/98 - BAKER SUGAR BUSH AND BLOCK 100MB REFERRALS Carried by: Peter Hare Seconded by: Michael White LUro if, Iq~ F70 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #6/98 November 19. 1998 THAT the Don Council supports Concept Plan C2 and the design options recommended by the Baker Sugar Bush and Heritage Task Force as adopted by the City of Vaughan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND Staff has previously reported to the Authority on a number of matters related to the Baker Sugar Bush, including a number of development applications within Block 10 which are the subject of an upcoming Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) Hearing, and an application for the deletion of lands from the Parkway Belt West Plan. Since that time, the work of the Task Force has concluded, and matters are progressing towards the commencement of the OMB Hearing which is scheduled for January 26, 1999. Given the progress with these matters, a status report was considered timely. Task Force for the Preservation of the Sugar Bush The Authority was requested to participate in a Task Force established by the City of Vaughan to address the preservation of the Baker Sugar Bush (Baker Sugar Bush & Heritage Task Force). The Baker Sugar Bush is an Environmentally Significant Area (ESA #128) which was adopted by the Authority as part of the program update in 1995. The Task Force was comprised of representatives from the City of Vaughan, Region of York, Ministries of Natural Resources and Municipal Affairs & Housing, the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, the Federation of Ontario Naturalists, the TRCA, a number of land owners and other interested members of the public. Numerous meetings were held, and issues dealing with land use design, heritage, parkland dedication and environmental protection were tabled. Gartner Lee was retained for the purpose of undertaking an environmental review of the Baker Sugar Bush, which generally addressed the following: . buffer width, design and possible use(s) and adjacent land uses and design required around the woodlot to maintain and enhance the existing function and condition of the woodlot; . the impact of the proposed road alignment through the northeast corner of the woodlot (and possible alternative alignments) on the natural attributes and functions of the woodlot; . the environmental impacts on the woodlot associated with alternative forms of public uses and access; . the impact of major storm system stormwater flows from lands to the north draining through to the woodlot; and, . long-term management of the woodlot to ensure its sustainability within a suburban environment. The work of the Task Force concluded with a recommended Concept Plan (Concept Plan C2 - Attachment 1) to the City of Vaughan Committee of the Whole. The recommended concept plan contains the following design options: - - -- -- --- IWm77tttS November 19, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #6/98 F71 . public ownership of the Baker Sugar Bush; . a single loaded road and greenway buffer adjacent to the northerly and westerly edges of the woodlot; . provision of a 20 metre greenway buffer along the entire northerly edge to Bathurst Street, and a 10-15 metre greenway buffer along the westerly edge; . the relocation to the north of the road intersecting with Bathurst Street, in a manner which will not impact the Sugar Bush; . provision of a gateway park in the area of the sugar shack in the south west corner; and, . the option for a group of heritage homes in the vicinity of the gateway park. The recommended concept plan was adopted by the City of Vaughan at its Council meeting of October 26, 1998. Block 100MB Referrals Authority staff has been involved with the review of a Master Environmental Servicing Plan (MESP) and Block Plan for the Langstaff Woods Community, more commonly referred to as Block 10. The Block Plan process was established through OPA 400, and is intended to facilitate the comprehensive implementation of development on a 1,000 acre concession block basis, premised on the land use designations established through the City's Official Plan. There is no formal appeal mechanism related to the Block Plan process under the Planning Act; rather, the avenue for appeals to the Ontario Municipal Board is through individual development applications submitted for the Block Plan. A number of draft plans of subdivision situated within the Langstaff Woods Community have been referred to the Ontario Municipal Board in accordance with the provisions of the Planning Act. Authority staff had previously reported on these referrals, and were directed to request party status and continue to work with the various parties towards the resolution of Authority interests. With the exception of the Baker Sugar Bush issues, the majority of the Authority's interests regarding the Langstaff Woods Block Plan relate to technical matters associated with the review of the Master Environmental Servicing Plan. For the most part, staff are of the opinion that these issues are resolvable, and that these matters can be satisfactorily addressed in advance of the upcoming Ontario Municipal Board Hearing which is scheduled to commence on January 26, 1999. Parkway Belt West Aoolication Authority staff has previously reported on an application to delete certain lands from the Parkway Belt West Plan consisting' of two parcels totalling approximately 7.41 hectares of the Sugar Bush Developments Limited property, affecting the ESA. The applicant has since withdrawn the application, and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing has closed this file. It should be noted however that a road crossing may not require any approvals under the Parkway Belt Plan. UJtt\ 7<g/qfl F72 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #6/98 November 19, 1998 As a separate matter, the City of Vaughan has adopted an Official Plan Amendment (OPA 506) for the purpose of deleting the primary road connection from Bathurst Street through the Baker Sugar Bush, as well as deleting the Medium Density Residential/Commercial designation on the northeast corner of the woodlot. It is anticipated this application will be referred and consolidated into the upcoming Ontario Municipal Board Hearing relating to Block 10 and the Sugar Bush ESA. RATIONALE The Concept Plan and design options recommended by the Task Force, as adopted by Vaughan Council, are in keeping with the overall program and policy interests of the Authority. With the adoption of the Concept Plan by Vaughan Council, the concerns of the TRCA with respect to the protection of the Sugar Bush are being addressed. Additionally, the Authority's interests related to the Langstaff Woods Block Plan are in keeping with the City of Vaughan's interest in the upcoming Ontario Municipal Board Hearing. In the interest of saving public money and streamlining the upcoming Hearing in front of the Ontario Municipal Board, staff are recommending the Authority officially withdraw from these proceedings and provide assistance to the City of Vaughan as required. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE Authority staff will continue to work towards the resolution of outstanding technical issues associated with the Master Environmental Servicing Plan for the Langstaff Woods Block Plan. Subject to the satisfactory resolution of technical issues pertaining to the Master Environmental Servicing Plan, we will withdraw from the upcoming Ontario Municipal Board hearing as a party, and consolidate our interests associated with the Baker Sugar Bush through the City of Vaughan; to this end, we will offer whatever support and technical assistance the City deems necessary as part of the upcoming Hearing. The future use of the Baker Sugar Bush as a maple syrup operation continues to be of interest to the Authority. Following a determination of land ownership staff will continue to pursue the issue of a maple syrup operation for this property. For information contact: Adele Freeman, extension 238 Date: November 13, 1998 RES. #F68/98 - STATUS OF THE LAWRENCE AVENUE BARRIER MITIGATION PROJECT Moved by: Peter Hare Seconded by: Deb Martin-Downs THAT the Council receive this report for their information and comment. . . . . . . CARRIED ~..,q/"8 November 19. 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #6/98 F73 BACKGROUND In 1992, The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) initiated the Don Watershed Task Force in order to develop a management strategy for the Don Watershed. The report prepared by the Task Force entitled, "Forty Steps To A New Don", is the Task Force's blueprint for regeneration. The Watershed Fisheries Management Plan (FMP) was developed concurrently with the watershed strategy and at Authority Meeting #7/97, the following resolution was approved: RES. #A178/97 "THA T the Don Watershed Fish Community and Habitat Management Plan, dated August, 1997, be received; THA T 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. " The plan, presently in draft, is embodied in step 16 of the watershed strategy "Improve the Don's stream habitats and connections for fish". The watershed fisheries management plan provides the direction for managing the various aquatic habitats and fish communities within the watershed. One of the most strategic rehabilitation activities identified in the plan is the mitigation of the effects of in stream barriers to fish movement. The construction of structures in the watercourse to dissipate energy, monitor flow, or to harness the streams energy for power, has been taking place for over one hundred years. In many situations these structures contributed directly to the elimination of migratory species such as the Atlantic salmon by preventing adults from reaching their spawning grounds in the smaller tributaries. Although the Atlantic salmon will never be reintroduced to the Don watershed, many other species such as brown and rainbow trout and numerous small minnow species would benefit from mitigation of the impacts orin stream barriers. The fisheries plan identifies more than sixty in stream barriers to fish movement within the watershed. These barriers effectively isolate watercourses and sections of watercourses by eliminating upstream movement. One of these barriers, located on the East Don River at Lawrence Avenue, keeps migratory fish species from Lake Ontario from entering upstream reaches. The Fish HabitaVBarriers Task Group which includes members of the Don Watershed Council and staff from the Authority, considered numerous options for mitigating the weir. A rocky ramp design similar to the lower weir at Pottery Road, was selected as the preferred option to achieve fish passage. wmcgo/q<t F74 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #6/98 November 19. 1998 RATIONALE In order to fulfil the goals of the FMP, it is necessary to improve access to the watershed from Lake Ontario, particularly for migratory trout and salmon. Having modified two weirs at Pottery Road, the next major barrier to upstream fish movement is located at Lawrence Avenue. This fall, approximately 30 chinook salmon were reported in the Don River between Pottery Road and Lawrence Avenue. It is apparent that modification of the Pottery Road weirs has allowed fish passage upstream to the barriers at Lawrence Avenue. Of the two barriers located at Lawrence Avenue, it is felt that the lower one prevents fish from moving upstream due to its height and lack of a tailwater pool. The upper barrier has a pool which is deep enough to allow fish to jump over the weir and continue upstream. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE Final designs have been completed and are under review by the City of Toronto and the Department of Fisheries and Oceans. If necessary, the designs will be modified to incorporate comments. It is anticipated that implementation will occur in November, 1998. FUTURE BENEFITS/PROBLEMS Mitigating the Lawrence Avenue continues to implement the goals and objectives of 'Forty Steps to a New Don' and the Don River Fisheries Management Plan by improving trout and salmon access into the watershed. FINANCIAL DETAILS The cost of mitigating the effects of the Lawrence Avenue weir is approximately $30000. Funding has been allocated through the Toronto Remedial Action Plan. Report prepared by: Jon Clayton, extension 353 For information contact: Adele Freeman, extension 238 Date: November 12, 1998, 1998 RES. #F69/98 - ENVIRONMENTAL TASK FORCE Moved by: Margaret Buchinger Seconded by: Deb Martin-Downs THAT the information from the Environmental Task Force be received; THAT a meeting be arranged to brief Brian Denney on specific policy issues that members of the Don Council would like raised during the deliberations of the Environmental Task Force; AND FURTHER THAT Carol Mee, of the Environmental Task Force Team be advised that ~" 1M November 19, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #6/98 F75 members of the Don Council would be interested in being advised of any public consultation sessions that are scheduled ................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED AMENDMENT RES. #F70/98 Moved by: Moyra Haney Seconded by: Paul Wilson THAT a meeting be arranged with Deb Martin-Downs, Rosalyn Moore, Margaret Buchinger, Kevin Mercer, Paul Wilson, Lorne Haveruk, Peter Hare and Moyra Haney to convey their specific concerns to Brian Denney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND The Environmental Task Force was established by the City of Toronto following amalgamation of the local and regional municipality. The Task Force is comprised of Councillors from the City a number of agency staff and other appointments. Councillor Jack Layton chairs the committee. Brian Denney was asked by Councillor Layton to join the Task Force. In this role, issues of water management, habitat protection and regeneration and related issues have been addressed. The next meeting of the Task Force is Monday, November 23, 1998. The draft Agenda is attached with a draft memorandum identifying four proposed work groups to address: Sustainable Transportation; Sustainable Energy Use; Green Economic Development; Education Communication/Awareness. Report prepared by: Adele Freeman, extension 238 Date: November 19, 1998 RES. #F71/98 - G. ROSS LORD WETLAND CREATION AND SHORELINE REGENERATION PROJECT Moved by: Moyra Haney Seconded by: Margaret Casey THAT the Don Watershed Regeneration Council support the implementation of the G. Ross Lord Wetland Creation and Shoreline Regeneration Project; AND FURTHER THAT the Don Council endeavour to support the TRCA and the City of Toronto by preparing, in cooperation with the project partners, an application to ECO ACTION 2000 for funding to continue the works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED - ~mcgQJq~ F76 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #6/98 November 19, 1998 BACKGROUND Within the Don River watershed only 49.5 hectares remain as wetlands. A major Don watershed habitat restoration goal for the year 2000 is to create an additional 12 hectares of wetlands. The goal of this project is to create additional wetland habitat within the Don River at the G. Ross Lord Reservoir. The project will create at least 3.2 hectares of new wetland habitat, establish an improved public access node within the reservoir, and potentially provide an additional 3.8 kilometres of riparian habitat. In 1995, Metro Parks Department in association with the local community and the Conservation Authority developed a restoration concept plan for the parkland. This concept plan is in support of the restoration direction outlined in the document "Forty Steps to a New Don." and furthers the wetland indicators outlined in "Turning the Corner - The Don Watershed Report Card." This project will fulfill many of the the wetland restoration objectives of this concept plan, and in addition provide improved public access to the shoreline of the reservoir. RATIONALE The Don River Report Card clearly outlined the need for additional wetlands in the Don watershed and provides the context for this wetland creation project. ~~/q8 November 19, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #6/98 F77 Wetlands In The Don River Many wetlands within the Don were routinely filled for agricultural and urban development. The mouth of the Don River was the site of the largest wetland loss on the north shore of Lake Ontario. Only 0.14% of the Don watershed exists currently as wetlands or 49.5 hectares of the total watersheds 36,042 hectares. Wetlands are viewed as ecologically valuable today and are being created within the watershed (Don Valley Brick Works, Todmorden wetland, Chester Springs, Riverdale Farm)and the following wetland targets have been set for the Don River watershed: By 2000: Create at least 12 new hectares of wetland Habitats By 2010: Wetlands will occupy 0.28% of the watershed (12 new hectares of wetland every three years) By 2030: 1 ) Wetlands will occupy 0.5% of the watershed or another 130.5 hectares (approximately 12 new hectares every three years). 2) A major wetland will be created at the mouth of the Don. To achieve these targets, we need to protect all existing wetlands and create more by identifying new sites for creating wetlands. At the G. Ross Lord Reservoir, the creation of wetland and riparian habitat will be achieved through a combination of modifying the water level management practices within the reservoir and an aggressive planting plan. Shoreline regeneration includes the construction of a public access node within the parkland. The creation of an additional 3.2 hectares of wetlands and the potential improvement of up to 3.8 km of riparian habitat within the reservoir would be a significant achievement in habitat restoration in the Don watershed. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE The G. Ross Lord Wetland Creation and Shoreline Regeneration Project will be implemented in two phase approach. The first phase involves the following activities and is slated for December 1998 implementation: . Regulate the water levels to create riparian habitat zones; . Construct the public access node. The current water levels in the reservoir are held at a static recreational level of 172.5 metres above sea level. This water level within the G. Ross Lord Reservoir is managed from a flood control and recreational perspective. A regional storm would fill the reservoir 10 metres above static water level. The highest levels ever recorded was during 1986 when the water levels rose 6 metres after a major summer rain event. Typically, however, the water only increases 1.0 to 2.0 metres above normal levels during major rain events, and the duration of flooding is not severe. The opportunity exists to lower the water level 0.40 m to expose a sizable portion of the . reservoir bottom and create extensive mudflat areas. Based on preliminary estimates, this could provide optimum conditions for up to 3.2 hectares of exposed shoreline areas suitable for \,.)ti\ ~LI Jq~ F78 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #6/98 November 19, 1998 wetlands. The lower water levels will also enhance existing wetland areas by reducing the overall extent of inundations during minor storm events. The public access node consists of a stepped armourstone wall with a sloped bio-engineered log crib wall. This node will maintain access under the proposed water level regime and improve the quality of shoreline access to the water for park users. The new shoreline configuration will improve the ecological health of the shoreline. Details of the Public access Node will be available at the meeting. Phase 2 activities scheduled for 1999 focus around the development of wetland and riparian habitats and include the following activities: . Establish a wetland complex within the riparian zone of the reservoir through transplants, seeding, and re-naturalization; . Rehabilitate areas infested with Purple Loosestrife; . Establish critical habitat components to improve wildlife biodiversity and productivity; and . Evaluate and monitor restoration techniques. FINANCIAL DETAILS The estimated base costs of construction, project management, and plantings are estimated at $35,000. The contribution from the TRCA RAP 1998 account has been budgeted at $20,000 and will be used to construct the public access node. Staff will work with the City and the Don Council to secure the additional funds and partnerships required to complete the plantings and wetland seeding. Report prepared by: Gord MacPherson, extension 246 For information contact: Adele Freeman, extension 238 Date: November 9, 1998 RES. #F72/98- DON WORK PLAN 1998-2000 Moved by: Deb Martin-Downs Seconded by: Yuk Woo Lee THAT the Don Watershed Regeneration Council receive the updated Don Work Plan. AND FURTHER THAT Don Council members provide comments to staff.. . .. . . CARRIED BACKGROUND At Meeting #3/98, the Don Watershed Regeneration Council received and approved the Don Work Plan 1998-2000. The subcommittees have updated their Work Plans to incorporate new information including a column entitled"Achievements". WIleS"I'll November 19, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #6/98 F79 The Work Plan will be updated on a continuing basis and the Don Council informed accordingly. For information contact: Adele Freeman extension 238 Date: November 12, 1998 TORONTO RAP ISSUES Item deferred. RES. #F73/98 - REPORTS FROM WORKING COMMITTEES Moved by: Margaret Buchinger Seconded by: Francis Cadeau THAT the draft Minutes of meetings from the following Committees, including specific recommendations as noted, be received and endorsed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED COMMUNITY AWARENESS AND STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE - Meeting #7/98, October 8, 1998 There were no formal Recommendations made. Community Awareness and Stewardship Committee Update: Margaret Buchinger provided highlights of the main projects carried out by the committee members. A joint committee consisting of several members of the CAS Committee and Caring for Water Committee, is involved in the development of a Homeowners Stewardship Campaign. The campaign will target the use of pesticides, herbicides and salts by the homeowners. The goal of the campaign is to educate the homeowners on proper use and reduction of the above mentioned substances and alternatives. CARING FOR NATURE COMMITTEE MINUTES - Meeting #7/98, October 15, 1998 There were no formal Recommendations made. - Meeting #8/98, November 5, 1998 There were no formal Recommendations made. Caring for Nature Committee Update Peter Hare presented a slide show detailing the 1998 work of the Caring for Nature Committee. Peter focussed on the following highlights: (,..)0\ ,c,./q~ F8D Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #6/98 November 19, 1998 . Salmon have been seen near the forks of the Don for the first time in over 100 years. . Numerous Don walks took place in the summer and fall with volunteers concentrating on mapping riparian zones (location and composition). . The Natural Heritage Study is underway. This study will allow us to better define the important natural areas for protection, and help us site projects for restoration. . The Committee is currently conducting research into urban canopy issues. . The Frogs Task Group have been working away reviewing staff reports on 1997 data and helping staff communicate with the public volunteers. Of note; Gray Treefrogs and Chorus Frogs have been located at the Science Centre wetland! . Eric Shapero has done magnificent work along the West Don, where he has mapped and completed detailed planting designs. CARING FOR WATER COMMITTEE - Meeting #7/98, September 24, 1998 There were no formal Recommendations made. Downspout Disconnect Program, Richmond Hill - Meeting #1/98, August 19, 1998 - Meeting #2/98, September 9, 1998 - Meeting #3/98, October 14, 1998 - Meeting #4/98, October 21, 1998 Report prepared by: Jennifer Bamford, extension 305 For Information contact: Adele Freeman, extension 238 Date: November 14, 1998 RES. #F74/98 - DOWNSPOUT DISCONNECT PROGRAM, RICHMOND HILL Moved by: Margaret Buchinger Seconded by: Francis Cadeau THAT the staff report regarding the Downspout Disconnect Program, Richmond Hill be received for information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND The Town of Richmond Hill hired Dillon Consulting to create a comprehensive strategy for the provision of stormwater management quality and quantity control facilities in the Infill development areas of the Town. The intent is to address the East Don and German Mills ~ " Itlftl November 19. 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #6/98 F81 watersheds within the study area. The study area is bounded by Highway #7 on the south, Elgin Mills Road on the north, Bathurst St. on the west and Bayview Ave. on the east. The infill study identified areas where infilling could occur and the types of stormwater management for quality and quantity control that should be implemented (i.e. follow the MOE Stormwater Management Planning and Practices Manual; lot level controls, source controls, etc.). Several members of the Caring for Water Committee are involved in developing a downspout disconnect program for the Town of Richmond Hill that would complement the larger study. The committee researched existing downspout disconnect programs in North America, their type, cost, extent, and existing by-laws. The members of the committee held a meeting with John Nemeth, Manager of Environmental Services from Richmond Hill, to discuss details for development and implementation of the proposed program. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE It was suggested to carry out a pilot project in a smaller area. At the next meeting, the Downspout Disconnect committee will develop an information flyer that will be sent out to households within the study area. The members of the committee would then go door to door as a follow up. Presentations will be made to schools in the study area. It was recommended that the project could be possibly tied into the Yellow Fish Road program or the Town's summer water restriction program. John Nemeth will discuss the concept of the program with the Town's Engineering staff and the Commissioner of Public Works to get their support once the information flyer is developed. Report prepared by: Marta Soucek, ext. 283 For information contact: Adele Freeman, ext. 238 Date: November 12, 1998 RES. #F75/98 - PROPOSED EVENT SCHEDULE Moved by: Wilfred Horwich Seconded by: Eric Shapero THAT the following schedule of events be received for information. . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND The following list of events and walks is for your information. Sat.,Nov. 21 Clean Water Summit on The Toronto and Region Remedial Action Plan. Metropolitan Hotel, 108 Chestnut St. For information call (416) 314-9485 lVro~~/qg F82 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #6/98 November 19, 1998 Thurs., Nov. 26 Yellow Creek Ravine 10:30 a.m. TFN leads a nature walk. Meet at the NE corner of St.Clair Ave. and Y onge St. For information call (416) 962-6255. Wed., Dec. 2 Olympic Bid Open House Mon., Dec 7 Metro Reference Library, 789 Yonge St.,(1 block north of Bloor St.). Your 2 to 8 p.m. chance to review initial results of community consultation. For information call (416) 392-2008. Sun., Dec. 20 Taddle Creek Urban Forest, The White Oaks Projects 2p.m. Meet at Humewood Park, one block north of St. Clair on Humewood Drive, just west of Christie. Mon., Jan. 17 Yellow Creek Walk Meet at the former Metro Archives. For information call Peter Hare (416)482-3032 February Don Bay to the Brick Works Trees in the Winter and Geology. For information call Peter Hare (416)482-3032 For information contact: Marta Soucek, extension 283 Date: November 13, 1998 RES. #F76/98- UPCOMING MEETING DATES AND LOCATIONS FOR THE DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL Moved by: Peter Hare Seconded by: Roslyn Moore THAT the Don Watershed Regeneration Council meet on the following dates: Thursday, January 28 Thursday, March 25 Thursday, May 27 Thursday, July 29 (Social event - if possible) Thursday, September 30 Thursday, November 25 CU1V\ .1/'8 . November 19, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #6/98 F83 THAT the Caring for Water Committee hold its meetings on: Thursday, January 7 Thursday, February 4 Thursday, March 4 Thursday, April 8 Thursday, May 6 Thursday, June 3 Thursday, July 8 Thursday, September 2 Thursday, October 7 Thursday, November 4 Thursday, December 2 THAT the Caring for Nature Committee hold its meetings on: Thursday, January 14 Thursday, February 11 Thursday, March 11 Thursday, April 15 Thursday, May 13 Thursday, June 10 Thursday, July 15 Thursday, September 9 Thursday, October 14 Thursday, November 11 Thursday, December 9 THAT the Community Awareness and Stewardship Committee holds its meetings on: Thursday, January 21 Thursday, February 25 Tuesday, March 23 Thursday, April 22 Thursday, May 20 Thursday, June 24 Thursday, July 22 Thursday, September 23 Thursday, October 21 Thursday, November 18 Thursday, December 16 THAT the Watershed Council hold its meetings within the watershed whenever possible; AND FURTHER THAT meetings be held at various locations throughout the watershed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED l..)'f'OC\om F84 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #6/98 November 19, 1998 RATIONALE: It is recommended that Thursday evenings be the regular meeting time for Don Watershed Regeneration Council and its sub-committees. The summer meeting schedule may require adjustments at a later time in order to accommodate summer vacations. For information contact: Adele Freeman, extension 238 Date: November 11, 1998 ADDED ITEM RES. #F77 /98 - CRACKDOWN ON SEDIMENT SCOPING SESSION Moved by: Kevin Mercer Seconded by: Roslyn Moore THAT the report on the Crackdown on Sediment Scoping Session be received; THAT the Don Watershed Regeneration Council support that the primary effort at this time be directed to efforts to reduce the soil loss from new developing areas construction sites THAT the Don Watershed Regeneration Council participate as needed in applications for funding requests as may be required; AND FURTHER THAT Deborah Martin-Downs be requested to continue to represent the Don Council on the Steering Committee ................................. CARRIED AMENDMENT RES. #F78/98 THAT John Nemeth volunteered to assist in the project. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND ScopinQ Session - November 17.1998 Representatives from the Don Council, Humber Alliance, TRCA staff, and the City of Vaughan met to discuss the technical, planning, enforcement, and attitudinal issues regarding the continuing problem of excess sediment delivery to the watercourses throughout the TRCA's area of jurisdiction. It was agreed that the issue of sediment control from new development areas is the most pressing problem. Problems in current practice range from ineffective design standards, inadequate technical understanding and application of available techniques, "cookie cutter approaches", improper maintenance of sediment control structures through the entire life cycle of the project, and lack of attention to seasonal requirements. Contributing to this problem is 1A)"l --./ qg November 19, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #6/98 F85 the apparent lack of ownership of the issue, accountability by agency staff, and motivation/incentives at the industry level. It was agreed that four streams of activity are required to address these problems. 1. Technology, Techniques and Standards Workshop. This session would be developed by a steering committee with representatives from the consultant industry, professional engineers, urban development industry, home builders association, municipalities, TRCA, and the watershed councils. The purpose of this session would be to address the technology, techniques and standards issues identifying what can be done immediately to improve the situation, new techniques that can be tried and areas that require new product/technique development. 2. Process and Protocol Workshop A workshop to discuss process and protocol to ensure that the appropriate techniques are being chosen, installed and maintained through the planning and site approvals process and the development of appropriate contingency options ego Letter of credit. This session would be developed by a similar steering committee with representatives of the various stakeholders. 3. Education and Technology Transfer Based on the results from the two workshops appropriate education and technology transfer sessions/materials will be developed to ensure that lack of knowledge is not a roadblock to more adequate control of sediment. It is anticipated that practitioners in both the public sector, including TRCA staff and municipal staff, and the private sector would benefit from some level of education on the problems, issues and solutions for sediment control. A key element to be developed and presented is the economic costs of sediment control and clean-up. 4. Showcase It was agreed that it would be highly beneficial to identify a development project where sediment control could be showcased. The project could be tracked to identify real costs of sediment control, including adequate maintenance, throughout a full project life cycle. It was further agreed that to maintain a reasonable scope to the project the City of Vaughan, Town of Richmond Hill, and the Town of Markham should be requested to become full partners in this work representing the headwaters of the Humber, Don, and Rouge. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE . Assignment of a Project Manager and project support at TRCA. Confirmation of funding availability for this work. . Request to Vaughan, Markham, and Richmond Hill to participate in the study and assignment of appropriate staff. . Initial consultation with industry representatives. . Identification of a steering committee to develop a workshop session. . Scheduling of Workshop. . Feature article in the next On the Don on sediment generation issue. lA)N'\ qa/qcg F86 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #6/98 November 19, 1998 Report prepared by: Renee Jarrett, extension 315 and Adele Freeman, extension 238 Date: November 19, 1998 NEW BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC LANDS World Wildlife Fund Canada Federation of Ontario Naturalists Wildlands League Tanny Wells of the Task Force to Bring Back the Don circulated information regarding the above-noted issue and encouraged the members of the Don Council to call their local MP or write or fax The Hon. Michael Harris [Fax: (416) 325-7578] or The Hon. John Snobelen [Fax: (416) 314-2216]. All correspondence should be marked Lands For Life and EBR Registry Number PB7E4001 to enable it to become part of the public record. TASK FORCE TO BRING BACK THE DON The Task Force will be having a Celebration in September. Call Tanny (416) 961-7077 if you have any ideas on concept or want to help. RICHMOND HILL NATURALISTS Michael White provided a flyer on the Family Nature Fair which took place on Friday, November 20, 1998, as well as other information regarding their group's programs. For further information contact Michael at (905) 773-8190 or email michael.white@sympatico.ca. RES. #F79/98 - NEW BUSINESS Moved by: Kevin Mercer Seconded by: Margaret Casey THAT the above-noted new business be received for information. . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED RES. #F80/98 - MOTION OF APPRECIATION Moved by: Don Cross Seconded by: Tanny Wells THAT a special thank you, from the Chair and members of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council and staff, be given to Eric Shapero for hosting the Don Me4l~RIED WYW\ ~'31"" November 19, 1998 Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #6/98 F8? TERMINATION Moved by: Margaret Casey Seconded by: Don Cross ON MOTION, the meeting adjourned at 10:00 p.m., Thursday, November 19,1998. Adele Freeman J. Craio Mather Don/Highland Watershed Specialist Secretary-Treasurer /jb ~~../q8 THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE REPORT ON MEETING #1/98 WATERSHED MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #1/98 MAY 15,1998 \Nft\qS I 'Ill ~ , THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY MINUTES OF THE HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE #1/98 Page G 1 January 20, 1998 The Humber Watershed Alliance met in the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village on Tuesday, January 20, 1998. The Chair, Lois Griffin, called the meeting to order at 6:45 p.m. PRESENT Connie Agnew . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Ron Allan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Mary Louise Ashbourne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Amiyo Biswas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member David Burnett . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Peter Carruthers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Christine Cooper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Debbe Crandall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Brenda Crompton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Cheryl Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member David Green . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Lois Griffin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chair Richard Hoffmann . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Robert Hubbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Rimi Kalinauskas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member John Livey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Luciano Martin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Glenn Mason . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Joanne Mauti . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Madeleine McDowell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Moreen Miller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Marjorie Mossman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Richard O'Brien . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Carol Ray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Carol Seglins ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Ian Sinclair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Tracy Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Nancy Stewart . . . . . . . . . ',' . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Horst Truttenbach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Jane Underhill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Michael White ................................................ Member Richard Whitehead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice-Chair Bill Wilson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member wr<\ ct "Iq, G2 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #1/98 January 20, 1998 GUESTS Michael Izzard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Former Chair, Humber Watershed Task Force STAFF Bob Burgar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Archaeologist Jon Clayton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Fisheries Biologist Gemma Connolly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Watershed Planning Technician Brian Denney. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Director, Watershed Management Division Rosemary Hasner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Photographer Lia Lappano . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Administrative Assistant, Humber Dena Lewis .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .'. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Planning Ecologist Sandra Malcic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Planning Ecologist Craig Mather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Chief Administrative Officer Bernie Mcintyre .......................... Watershed Aquatic Systems Specialist Greg Rich . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Trail Planning Technician Jennifer Vincent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coordinator, Habitat Projects Andy Wickens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manager, Conservation Areas Gary Wilkins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Humber Watershed Specialist RES. #G1 /98 - MINUTES Moved by: Luciano Martin Seconded by: Rimi Kalinauskas THAT the Minutes of Meeting # 1/97, held October 21, 1997, be approved. . . .. CARRIED DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST C. Seglins and N. Stewart declared a conflict of interest with respect to the Bolton Arterial Roads Environmental Assessment on page G9. C. Seglins is the Mayor of the Town of Caledon and N. Stewart is a Councillor in the Town of Caledon. They both own property within the study area and therefore, they did not participate in discussion nor vote on this matter. PRESENTATION (a) CANADIAN HERITAGE RIVERS SYSTEM NOMINATION The members of the Humber Watershed Alliance were shown a draft version of the presentation to be made to the Canadian Heritage Rivers Board on February 4, 1 998 in Quebec City. The following comments were received at the meeting although members were invited to submit any written comments on the presentation to G. Wilkins as soon as possible: \->mq7/98 January 20, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #1/98 G3 . Stress the fact that TRCA has brought together all municipalities and other stakeholders in the watershed and it is on behalf of those participants that this process is going forward; . Should better portray the river as a Canadian river. Illustrate a four season river; . Presentation is too lengthy; . Categorize the script into three main, distinctive areas; . Emphasize increase in population and the fact that it is an urbanizing river; . Put the Toronto Carrying Place Trail in proper context as well as the upper and lower Great Lakes; . Has been used as a trade route and is still being used. Emphasize the Toronto Carrying Place Trail more; . What are the key points and how do we summarize them at the end for a solid conclusion? . There is an 1100 ft. drop from its source to the mouth and it is the only river that is in the Oak Ridges Moraine as well as the Escarpment. This drop facilitated the mill sites and helps the river cleanse itself; . Review the Lambton House Plaque; . Investigate the possibility of using a better audio system timed with the slides; . Don't read verbatim but rather ad lib. More work required on narration; . Investigate the possibility of having students involved in the presentation to represent the youth population. RES. #G2/98 - HUMBER RIVER WATERSHED FISHERIES MANAGEMENT PLAN Update on the status of the Draft Humber River Watershed Fisheries Management Plan. Moved by: Debbe Crandall Seconded by: Madeleine McDowell THA T the Draft Humber River Watershed Fisheries Management Plan, dated January 1998, be received; THAT the Draft Fisheries Management Plan be circulated to interested members of the Humber Watershed Alliance for comment; AND FURTHER THAT the Final Fisheries Management Plan be forwarded to the Humber Watershed Alliance upon completion .. . . . ... . . ... . ... . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED COMMENTS B. Mcintyre advised that any comments on the Fisheries Management Plan would be welcome within the next two months. The Final Fisheries Management Plan will be completed by the Fall of 1998. \,.)1'(\ q q /q q G4 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #1/98 January 20. 1998 BACKGROUND The need for a Fisheries Management Plan for the Humber River was recognized in 1995 as an integral part of the Humber Watershed Strategy and as an important component of watershed management. The Fisherie~ Management Plan was initiated through the Natural Heritage Subcommittee of the Humber Task Force. Development of the Fisheries Management Plan was guided by a steering committee composed of staff from the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, non-government organizations, and members of the public. Five public meetings were held in June and two in October of 1997 to gain input from the public on fisheries issues they felt were important, what they would like to see in the future, as well as critique the content and options selected for future fisheries management in the watershed. Comments from the steering committee and the public have been incorporated and the Draft Fisheries Management Plan is now ready for a wider review by external groups and agencies. The plan provides an assessment of the present condition and potential of fish communities and habitat and through analysis, identifies an aquatic habitat classification system for the watershed. The classification system allows watercourses to be grouped into categories of similar characteristics for which there are similar habitat requirements, fish community targets and management implications. The Fisheries Management Plan outlines pertinent planning information such as habitat Types, fish community targets, construction timing guidelines and levels of stormwater control. It also details locations of public access, outlines habitat requirements for the vulnerable fish species found in the watershed, resource use issues and general rehabilitation activities and establishes a program for future fish community monitoring. This information provides the guidance for managing fish communities in each habitat category on a subwatershed basis. RA TIONALE The Draft Fisheries Management Plan is a resource document to be used to develop and implement regeneration projects and as a tool in the Plan Input and Review process. It is anticipated that the scope of information presented in the Draft Fisheries Management Plan will provide the context necessary to provide guidance for more site specific investigations and eliminate the need for future broadly based fisheries management studies in the Humber River Watershed. The Plan will help staff to provide a timely and consistent approach to managing regeneration projects and potential impacts to aquatic habitats. A broad review of the Draft Plan is necessary inorder that watershed partners understand the direction of the plan and any implications there may be for their activities. This last stage of review will include municipalities, government agencies, non-government organizations, consultants, Urban Development Institute, the Department of Fisheries and Oceans and academics. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE . Circulate the Draft Fisheries Management Plan for comments to interested members of the Humber Alliance; . Obtain direction from the Watershed Management Advisory Board to seek an external review of the Draft Plan; . Print and send copies of the Draft Fisheries Management Plan to member municipalities, government agencies and non-government organizations. ~ f4q/ta January 20, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #1/98 GS . Meet with watershed partners where necessary to discuss implications. . Identify and secure funding for future implementation projects; . Begin to use the Plan in developing regeneration projects and in the Plan Input and Review Process . Implement the monitoring program subject to funding; . Request endorsement of the final plan by the Ministry of Natural Resources. FUTURE BENEFITS/PROBLEMS It is apparent that the Plan will be beneficial in stream-lining the future management of fisheries in the watershed including assisting in directing regeneration and the provision of planning services. The Plan has been designed to be a living document so that as new information becomes available, portions of the plan can be updated. FINANCIAL DETAilS It is estimated that the costs for printing and distributing the Draft Fisheries Management Plan to external groups will cost approximately $2000. Once comments have been received and incorporated, a Final Fisheries Management Plan will be submitted for endorsement and final printing at another cost of $2000. For information contact: Jon Clayton. ext. 353 or Bernie Mcintyre, ext. 326 RES. #G3/98 - DOWNSVIEW LANDS STORM WATER MANAGEMENT AND HEADWATERS RESTORATION PROJECT Development of a storm water management and headwaters restoration plan and the initiation of a small demonstration habitat project on the former Canadian Forces Base in Downsview. Moved by: Glenn Mason Seconded by: Marjorie Mossman THA T the staff report on. the Downsview lands Stormwater Management and Headwaters Restoration Project be received; AND FURTHER THAT a joint meeting be arranged between the Humber Watershed Alliance, the Don Watershed Regeneration Council and the Canada lands Company limited regarding the opportunities to implement regeneration and restoration projects for the Black Creek subwatershed through the Downsview lands Project . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED l.V'M\oolq, G6 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #1/98 January 20, 1998 COMMENTS February 2, 1998 was a date suggested for holding a joint meeting of the Humber Watershed Alliance and Don Regeneration Council at the Downsview Lands Office between 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Staff will see how many members of the Don Regeneration Council are interested and confirm a meeting date and location as soon as possible. BACKGROUND At Authority meeting #10/97 held on November 28, 1997 resolutions were adopted that state, in part: "THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THA T the development of a Stormwater 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 Stormwater Management and Headwaters Restoration Project on the Downsview Lands; AND FURTHER THA T staff report on the preferred stormwater management and headwaters restoration concept plan to the Authority, the Humber Watershed Alliance and the Don Regeneration Council, when available. " Planning is underway for a major recreational and mixed use redevelopment on the former Canadian Forces Sase in Downsview. The Canada Lands Company Ltd., a Federal Crown Corporation, is managing the planning review for this GOO-acre project. The plan to establish a significant unique 300-acre urban recreational greenspace at the site provides an important opportunity to highlight innovative storm water management methods and to demonstrate that ecological science can be integrated into park design and maintenance. The Canada Lands Company Ltd., has approached the Authority requesting assistance in developing and implementing this unique urban greenspace. The City of North York is currently in the process of undertaking a Secondary Plan for the Downsview Lands. The Secondary Plan will identify the long term planning objectives and land use planning policies in order that development can proceed on a portion of the land. Concurrent with this process, an Official Plan Amendment and Rezoning application has also been submitted by Canada Lands Company Ltd., to facilitate the mixed-use redevelopment concept for the lands. The Downsview Lands has three principal drainage areas. The east half of the site drains "to the West Don River via two tributaries - one flowing southeast and one flowing north. The west half of the site drains to the Slack Creek, linking with the Humber River, which is the predominant direction of drainage on the site. The project is situated in an important position at the headwaters of these two watersheds. Typically, these headwater areas perform important functions such as the provision of critical quantities of water to downstream reaches; the provision of nutrients and organic matter; and the presence of aquatic and terrestrial linkages. Most of these features have been degraded on the .oownsview Lands by historic settlement patterns and by more recent development activities related to the establishment of the military base. ~IOI/'6 January 20, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #1/98 G7 An opportunity to restore these functions has been identified through a pilot Stormwater Management and Headwaters Restoration project to be developed in partnership with de Havilland Inc., a major industry located adjacent to the future parkland site. Between the de Havilland Inc., buildings and the building to be retained on the former military base, there is an estimated four million square feet of impervious roof surface area which discharges directly to the storm water system. The project will examine the potential to ease the burden on the existing stormwater management facility by isolating the roof run-off for use within a headwaters habitat feature in the new parkland. Smaller demonstration projects, such as the establishment of a forest/woodlot buffer edge and understorey plantin~s as well as a revised landscape maintenance program, will provide immediate initiatives to enhance wildlife habitat on the site and to foster public stewardship of the ecological restoration projects. Public education and communication will be realized through a wide variety of citizen involvement activities and media events. RA TIONAlE Linkage with the Black Creek ravine lands west of the site across Keele Street has been identified as important both environmentally and culturally. This linkage shows up clearly on historic mapping and represents an important opportunity to re-establish a functional connection to the Black Creek subwatershed. The Black Creek sub watershed is one of the smallest subwatersheds in the Humber River. A major tributary to the Humber River, the Black Creek is recognized as one of the worst point sources of pollution on the Humber. Within the Black Creek, water quality is poor, forest cover is minimal and stormwater problems cause flooding, safety hazards and erosion. The redevelopment of the Downsview lands will provide an excellent opportunity to achieve the objectives of Legacy: A Strategy for a Hea/thy Humber. There are significant opportunities to make water quality improvement a major goal of the redevelopment scheme and to demonstrate innovative storm water management. There are also numerous opportunities throughout the site for the restoration of natural systems including aquatic habitat of ponds and streams, meadows, forested corridors and forest remnants at the north end of the site. It is important for the Humber Watershed Alliance to be an active participant in the planning process. Therefore, it is recommended that a joint meeting be scheduled between the Humber Watershed Alliance, the Don Regeneration Council and Canada Lands Company to discuss the overall project. FINANCIAL DETAilS Funds will be used to develop an innovative stormwater management and headwaters restoration concept plan for the Downsview Lands and to initiate a small demonstration project with the community. For 1 997/98 (the Federal fiscal year), funding for this project has been identified from Environment Canada's Great Lakes 2000 Cleanup Fund, Canada lands Company Ltd., de Havilland Inc., and Metro Toronto Remedial Action Plan Implementation Project as follows: wm\oalq~ GB HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #1/98 January 20, 199B Environment Canada's Great Lakes 2000 Cleanup Fund $ 50,000 Canada Lands Company Ltd. $ 50,000 de Havilland Inc., $ 20,000 Metro RAP Capital Funds $ 10.000 TOTAL $130,000 Funds will be allocated to the following: On-site monitoring and data collection $ 50,000 Demonstration Project and Community Involvement $ 40,000 Green Infrastructure Report $ 10,000 Storm water Management & Headwaters Restoration Concept $ 30.000 TOTAL $130,000 The funding from Environment Canada and from Metro RAP Capital Funds will be administered by the Authority. The overall project is being coordinated by Canada Lands Company Ltd., and TRCA Environmental Services Section Staff. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE This will be a multi-year project. During 1997/98, we will initiate: . arrange a joint meeting of the Humber Watershed Alliance and the Don Regeneration Council and invite the Canada Lands Company to make a presentation on the details of the project including location, aspects of re-development and planning process; . site specific sampling and storm water monitoring including: surficial and ground water sampling, soil sampling, avian monitoring and vegetation mapping; . several small demonstration projects will be initiated with the community including: Community tree, shrub and wildflower planting, a community Earth Day picnic, numerous community workshops and information sessions introducing the concept of a "natural park" and a "backyard birdfeeder watch" program; . the completion of a "Green Infrastructure Report" describing the environmental character existing on-site and identifying opportunities for enhancement; and . the completion of a Stormwater Management and Headwater Restoration concept for review and comment. For information contact: Jennifer Vincent, ext. 349 W'f't\I03/W1 January 20, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #1/98 G9 RES. #G4/98 - BOLTON ARTERIAL ROADS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT Report on the amendments to the Bolton Arterial Roads (BARs) Environmental Assessment. Moved by: Ian Sinclair Seconded by: Joanne Mauti THAT the report on the proposed amendments to the Bolto'n Arterial Roads (BARS) Environmental Assessment be received; AND FURTHER THAT the Town of Caledon and the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority be informed that the Humber Watershed Alliance supports the approval of the amended Bolton Arterial Roads Environmental Assessment subject to the terms and conditions of approval set out in the report considered by the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority at meeting #11/97, December 19, 1997 . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND Over a number of years, the Town of Caledon has been considering a transportation bypass for the Village of Bolton. The final modified alignment is the end result of an informal mediation process involving Authority staff, representatives from Bolton Camp, the Province and Town staff. During this process, Authority staff was ensuring that any alignment acceptable to the Authority would have to be consistent with Legacy: A Strategy for a Healthy Humber. RATIONALE It is staff's opinion that the revised alignment and the terms and conditions of its approval are consistent with the Authority's watershed management strategy identified in Legacy: A Strategy for a Healthy Humber for protecting the natural resources within the Main Humber Subwatershed. This has been accomplished by: . Protecting the forested and natural areas of the Main Humber Subwatershed. This has been achieved by eliminating the section of the alignment on the east side of Bolton which crossed a potential Environmentally Significant Area of the Cold Creek. Protecting the forested and natural areas has also been achieved by eliminating the need to cross three tributaries of the Humber River east of Duffy's Lane. . Protecting the existing contiguous greenspace corridors currently in public ownership from future crossing; . Maintaining the existing Humber Valley Heritage Trail alignment through the Bolton Resource Management Tract. This has been accomplished by shifting the road alignment further north on Duffy's Lane. Trail access will also be improved with the design of the new crossing of the Humber River which will allow for both pedestrian and wildlife movement under the bridge; ~m\o4/q~ G10 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #1/98 January 20, 1998 . Providing opportunities for both aquatic and terrestrial habitat creation and restoration works through the decommissioning of Duffy's Lane, and the existing crossing of the Humber River, which interrupts wildlife and pedestrian movements within the valley corridor; . Ensuring the design and construction of the roadway incorporates appropriate stormwater management and erosion and sediment controls to mitigate the environmental impacts of the roadway both during and after construction. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE The Town of Caledon has accepted the conditions of approval for the amendments to the Bolton Arterial Roads Environmental Assessment. The Town is now required to file an amendment to the Environmental Assessment to the Ministry of Environment for approval. Through this process, the Authority will identify its concurrence with the revised alignment consistent with the conditions of approval identified through the adoption of the Town's Resolution. If and when the roadway is constructed, the Authority will be given the opportunity to review and approve the detailed design aspects of the project through Ontario Regulation 1 58 and through negotiations of the sale of its lands. For information contact: Gemma Connolly, ext. 202 RES. #G5/98 - SUBWATERSHED COMMITTEE REPORTS Verbal Presentations Moved by: Carol Ray Seconded by: Marjorie Mossman THAT the verbal presentations made by B. Burgar, G. Wilkins, B. Wilson and A. Wickens with respect to the progress made to date by the East Humber, Lower Humber, Main Humber and West Humber Subwatershed Committees, respectively, be received . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED \.V Y't\, OS" /98 January 20, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #1/98 G11 RES. #G6/98 - SUBWATERSHED COMMITTEE REPORTS The minutes of the meetings for the following subwatershed committees are provided for information. Moved by: Carol Ray Seconded by: Marjorie Mossman THAT the following minutes be received: Meeting #1/97 and #2/97 of the East Humber Subwatershed Committee; Meeting #1/97 and #1/98 of the Lower Humber/Black Creek Subwatersheds Committee; Meeting #1/97 and #1/98 of the Main Humber Subwatershed Committee; Meeting #1/97 and #2/97 of the West Humber Subwatershed Committee . . . . . . CARRIED RES. #G7/98 - HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEMBERSHIP Replacing a resident member of the Humber Watershed Alliance. Moved by: Luciano Martin Seconded by: Carol Ray THA T the Claireville Community Advisory Committee be invited to nominate one person to be a member of the Humber Watershed Alliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND Since the first meeting of the Humber Watershed Alliance, one member has resigned due to unforeseen circumstances. The Terms of Reference makes provision for inviting new members at the discretion of the Alliance and approval of the Authority. In 1997, the Authority prepared a management plan for the Claireville Conservation Area located in the West Humber subwatershed. This plan was directed by a group of citizens, interest groups, agency staff and elected representatives. One of the actions recommended in the Claireville Management Plan is the establishment of a Claireville Community Advisory Committee to assist with the planning and implementation of the management plan. There was some discussion regarding the amalgamation of the Claireville Community Advisory Committee with the West Humber Subwatershed Committee of the Alliance. On December 2,1997, it was resolved that the Claireville Community Advisory Committee should remain a separate group. However, a number of members expressed an interest to also participate on the West Humber Subwatershed Committee. ~~\OfDlq8 G12 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #1/98 January 20, 1998 RA TIONALE Inviting a member of the Claireville Community Advisory Committee to be an official member of the Alliance will facilitate communications between the two groups. The new member would be assigned to the West Humber Subwatershed Committee. This member would replace the resident member who has resigned. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE . Invite the Claireville Community Advisory Committee to nominate one person to be a member of the Humber Watershed Alliance. For information contact: Gary Wilkins, ext. 211 NEW BUSINESS RES. #G8/98 - HUMBER CONNECTIONS PROJECT Moved by: Mary Louise Ashbourne Seconded by: Madeleine McDowell THAT a letter of support for the Humber Connections Project be sent on behalf of the Humber Watershed Alliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED HUMBER MARSHES L. Martin advised that Action to Restore a Clean Humber (ARCH) and Ontario Streams are planning to install bird boxes in the Humber Marshes. If anyone is interested in volunteering, they are asked to contact L. Martin at (416)741-5346. A date has not yet been confirmed. TERMINA TION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 9: 1 O.p.m., January 20, 1998. Brian Dennev J. Craig Mather Director, Watershed Management Secretary- Treasurer IL. ~f'C\' 0 ~ / '1(J THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE REPORT ON MEETING #2/98 WATERSHED MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #1/98 MAY 15,1998 ~'M\O'i/f8 ~ , THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY MINUTES OF THE HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE #2/98 Page G13 April 21, 1998 The Humber Watershed Alliance met in the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village on Tuesday, April 21, 1998. The Chair, Lois Griffin, called the meeting to order at 6:45 p.m. PRESENT Connie Agnew . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Ron Allan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Mary Louise Ashbourne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Amiyo Biswas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Heather Broadbent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member David Burnett . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Peter Carruthers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Christine Cooper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member John Crawford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Brenda Crompton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Cheryl Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Christopher DeSousa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Dirkje Glerum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member David Green . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Lois Griffin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chair Robert Hubbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member David Hutcheon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Dorothy Izzard ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Alternate Rimi Kalinauskas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Frank Kershaw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Alternate Luciano Martin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Glenn Mason . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Joanne Mauti . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Madeleine McDowell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Marjorie Mossman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member John Nemeth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Alternate Dick O'Brien . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Carol Seglins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Ian Sinclair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Bryan Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Alternate Nancy Stewart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Tony Wagner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Michael White ................................................ Member Bill Wilson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member ~M\Oq/q~ G14 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #2/96 April 21, 1998 GUESTS Alyson Hazlett . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Claireville Community Advisory Committee Linda Laflamme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. City of Vaughan Deborah Schulte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Resident STAFF Bob Burgar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Archaeologist Gemma Connolly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Watershed Planning Technician Brian Denney. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Director, Watershed Management Division Lia Lappano . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Administrative Assistant, Humber Craig Mather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Chief Administrative Officer Lorraine O'Byrne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Curator, BCPV Greg Rich . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Trail Planning Technician Mauro Ritacca ........................................ Executive Assistant Chandra Sharma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coordinator, Multicultural Stewardship Andy Wickens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manager, Conservation Areas Gary Wilkins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Humber Watershed Specialist RES. #G9/98 - MINUTES Moved by: Robert Hubbs Seconded by: Glenn Mason THAT the Minutes of Meeting #1/98, held January 21, 1998, be approved. . . .. CARRIED CORRESPONDENCE . Invitation to Earth Day at Downsview on Saturday, April 25, 1998 . Letter from Councillor lIa Bossons, dated March 10, 1998 re: Humber River Clean Up Day . Letter and brochure from Councillor lIa Bossons, dated March 11, 1998 re: Graffiti Transformation Program RES. #G10/98 - CORRESPONDENCE Moved by: Madeleine McDowell Seconded by: Amiyo Biswas THAT the above correspondence be received . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED ~"o/'a April 21, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #2/98 G15 PRESENT A TION (a) KORTRIGHT BIOLOGICAL TREATMENT CENTRE ["The Living Machine"] Alex Waters of the Kortright Centre for Conservation made a presentation to the members of the Alliance with respect to a new facility being constructed at the Kortright Centre. The Biological Treatment Centre, also referred to as "The Living Machine", is an innovative approach to recycling waste and improving water quality. This new structure will be completed by the summer of 1998. For additional information on "The Living Machine", visit the TRCA website at www.trca.on.ca RES. #G11 /98 - CANADIAN HERITAGE RIVERS NOMINATION Update on the nomination of the East and Main Branches of the Humber River as a Canadian Heritage River. Moved by: Luciano Martin Seconded by: Dirkje Glerum THA T the staff report on the nomination of the East and Main Branches of the Humber River be received; AND FURTHER THAT a Canadian Heritage Rivers (CHR) Subcommittee be established for the purpose of providing assistance to TRCA staff in hosting the Canadian Heritage Board's Annual Meeting and in making the necessary arrangements for an appropriate celebration to formally designate the East and Main Branches of the Humber River as a Canadian Heritage River. AMENDMENT RES.#G12/98 Moved by: Mary Louise Ashbourne Seconded by: Madeleine McDowell THAT a letter be sent to the Minister of Natural Resources and the Minister of Canadian Heritage, on behalf of the Humber Watershed Alliance, requesting their support for the nomination of the East and Main Branches of the Humber River as a Canadian Heritage River as soon as possible. THE AMENDMENT WAS ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED COMMENTS David Hutcheon requested that Authority staff keep the Humber Watershed Alliance members abreast of the progress being made throughout the nomination process. l.:)Y'Y\ ,\ \/q <1 G16 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #2/98 April 21, 1998 BACKGROUND On February 3 and 4, 1998 representatives from the Authority, Humber Watershed Alliance and Humber Heritage Committee travelled to Quebec City and made a presentation to the Canadian Heritage Rivers Board regarding the nomination of the Humber River as a Canadian Heritage River. The nomination of the East and Main Branches of the Humber River was unanimously accepted by the Canadian Heritage Rivers Board based on the river's heritage and recreation values. The Board will now recommend to Parks Canada and the Minister of Natural Resources that the nomination of the Humber River as a Canadian Heritage River be officially adopted. A management plan must be prepared that details how the heritage and recreation values will be protected. Once this management plan is accepted by the Canadian Heritage Rivers Board, the river can be officially designated a Canadian Heritage River. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE Submit a management plan to the Canadian Heritage Rivers Board detailing how the heritage and recreation values of the East and Main Branches of the Humber River will be protected. Assist the Canadian Heritage Rivers Board with arrangements to have their 1999 annual meeting in the Humber River watershed. Begin to make necessary arrangements for an appropriate celebration to formally designate the East and Main Branches of the Humber River as a Canadian Heritage River. Continue to seek letters of support for the designation of the Humber River as a Canadian Heritage River. FINANCIAL DETAILS Funding is available in the Humber Watershed management budget to cover existing staff salaries and Humber Watershed Alliance expenses to assist with the next steps to get the East and Main Branches of the Humber River designated a Canadian Heritage River. It is expected that sponsorships from external sources will be needed to support various associated activities such as a dedication ceremony. Exact costs have yet to be determined. For information contact: Gary Wilkins, extension 211 \I.:)~ \\,'4/'8 April 21, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #2/98 G17 RES. #G 13/98 - HUMBER WATERSHED REPORT CARD Update on the status of the Humber Watershed Report Card. Moved by: Madeleine McDowell Seconded by: Frank Kershaw THAT the staff report on the Humber Watershed Report Card be received for information; AND FURTHER THAT progress on the development of the Humber Watershed Report Card be reported at the next Humber Watershed Alliance meeting scheduled for July 21, 1998. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED COMMENTS Councillor Ian Sinclair volunteered to provide the names of contacts at the Niagara Escarpment Biosphere Centre who TRCA staff may wish to contact when discussions commence with respect to indicators of watershed health. G. Wilkins invited Humber Alliance members to submit to him, or any member of the Humber Watershed Report Card Subcommittee, any relevent information they may have with respect to the development of the Humber Watershed Report Card. BACKGROUND The Humber Watershed Alliance Terms of Reference identifies, as a priority item, the need to develop a watershed report card to identify the progress made in implementing the objectives of "Legacy: A Strategy for a Healthy Humber". The Humber Watershed Report Card Subcommittee held its first meeting on April 1, 1998 at Black Creek Pioneer Village. The Humber Watershed Report Card Subcommittee members include TRCA staff and the following Alliance members: Lois Griffin Michael White David Burnett Richard Hoffman Tony WagnerlTija Luste Luciano Martin Bill Wilson Tracy Smith Rimi Kalinauskas The first meeting included an overview of the Don Report Card process. This included a great deal of discussion on how the Don Report Card was developed, the different characteristics of the two watersheds, and how to develop indicators that were reflective of the unique characteristics of the Humber River watershed. The Humber Report Card process will identify key indicators which will measure the health of the watershed and will provide future management directions for achieving a healthy sustainable watershed. v.:>N\ \ \ ~Jq~ G18 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #2/98 April 21, 1998 DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE The time line for the completion of the draft report card will be May, 1999. This allows time for final edits, design and production. The target date for the release of the report card will be September, 1999 to coincide with the formal Canadian Heritage Rivers Board designation ceremony. The Committee members recommended a series of actions which include: . Identifying the objectives of the report card; . Identifying key indicators; . Reviewing existing baseline data and monitoring initiatives; and . Developing a work plan. The next Humber Watershed Report Card Subcommittee meeting is scheduled for April 28, 1998 at 1 :00 p.m. at 5 Shoreham Drive, in the Humber Room. At the next meeting, a Chair and Vice Chair of the Report Card Sub-Committee will be elected, the objectives of the report will be finalized and a work plan established. FINANCIAL DETAILS Existing Authority staff will provide technical support to prepare the draft document. External additional funds will be sought to produce the final document. For information contact: Gemma Connolly, extension 202 RES. #G14/98 - HUMBER PLEDGE Preparation of the Humber Pledge as a method to acknowledge commitment to protect, restore and celebrate the Humber River watershed. Moved by: Ian Sinclair Seconded by: David Hutcheon THAT the draft Humber Pledge be endorsed; THAT staff distribute the final edition of the Humber Pledge to the Humber Watershed Alliance at its July, 1998 meeting; AND FURTHER THAT municipalities, agencies, businesses, community organizations and others throughout the watershed be requested to sign the Humber Pledge . . . . . CARRIED ----- ~ \U~\\4Iq8 April 21 , 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #2/98 G19 COMMENTS It was suggested that: . the Humber Pledge be renamed either The Humber River Pledge or The Humber Watershed Pledge. . TRCA staff investigate the possibility of printing the Pledge in various paper sizes to accomodate the number of signatures which any given organization may obtain. A poster size Pledge may be more appropriate for a large organization. . the Pledge be worded in such a way as to be very specific in terms of what is being committed to. C. Mather, CAD, indicated that experience has shown that asking potential partners to make a specific commitment discourages them to participate as the Pledge is then perceived as a legal binding document. . the Humber Watershed Alliance be recognized in the text or as a signatory. . the Humber logo and the CHRS logo be included at the bottom of the Pledge. BACKGROUND The Terms of Reference for the Humber Watershed Alliance identifies priority tasks to be undertaken during the Alliance's two-year term. One of those specific tasks is the development of the Humber Pledge. This document would be a tool to formally acknowledge the long term commitment from partners to abide by the principles of ULegacy: A Strategy for a Healthy Humber" and make a contribution to protect, restore and celebrate the Humber River. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE . Finalize the graphic design; . Promote the signing of the Humber Pledge by Authority members, municipalities and others throughout the watershed. FINANCIAL DETAILS . Authority staff will complete the final design; . The Humber Watershed management budget will fund the production (colour copying) of a small number of copies. Approximate cost per copy is $2.00. For information contact: Gary Wilkins, extension 211 \.J f4\ \ \ S'" /q~ G20 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #2/98 April 21, 1998 RES. #G15/98 - EAST CALEDON POTABLE WATER SUPPLY AND SERVICING Status report on the Region of Peel's East Caledon Potable Water Supply and Servicing, Class Environmental Study process. Moved by: David Hutcheon Seconded by: Ian Sinclair THA T the staff report concerning the East Caledon Potable Water Supply and Servicing be received for information. AND FURTHER THAT the Humber Watershed Alliance members be encouraged to remain involved and report progress to the Alliance at future meetings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND The Region of Peel is currently undertaking a Class Environmental Assessment to address the potable water servicing needs and servicing alternatives for the communities in Bolton, Palgrave and Caledon East. The communities within the study area receive their potable water supply from the Bolton Aquifer. The Region of Peel's Groundwater Quantification Study for Bolton, Caledon East and Pal grave identified that communities in East Caledon use groundwater in excess of the amount of recharge to the Bolton Aquifer. Water levels within the Bolton Aquifer have been declining for years and it is anticipated that the aquifer will not be able to service the existing usage or sustain anticipated future growth established in the Town's Official Plan. Without a comprehensive approach to the water supply needs, it is anticipated that the existing usage will result in the reduction of baseflow in Centreville Creek through Caledon East. It is anticipated that the study will identify existing and future water servicing requirements for the communities in East Caledon and their potential environmental impacts on groundwater resources. Centreville Creek is one of the headwater areas of the Main Humber River. This area contains a number of significant wetlands and natural areas. The quality and quantity of groundwater resources contribute to sustaining these wetlands and are vital factors in sustaining the local and downstream cold and cool water fish habitats. ULegacy: A Strategy for a Healthy Humber" recommends the need to protect groundwater sources and to develop and implement policies to protect groundwater recharge areas in order to sustain a healthy watershed. The Authority is an active participant in this study process, and will provide comments on the servicing alternatives under consideration, consistent with the recommendations of ULegacy: A Strategy for a Healthy Humber" and the Authority's programs and policies. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE The Region of Peel is currently in Phase II of the Class Environmental Assessment process which involves identifying and evaluating alternative water supply solutions. The Region of ~V'f\ "eo IllS April 21 , 1996 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #2/96 G21 Peel has held one public meeting and it is anticipated that further public and agency meetings will be held throughout the study process. Once the study is completed, it will be compiled into an Environmental Study Report and placed on public record for a 30-day review period. FINANCIAL DETAILS The Region of Peel is the proponent of the study. Authority staff will participate in this study process. However, we do not anticipate incurring any financial costs as a result of the study. Report prepared by: Gemma Connolly, extension 202 For information contact: Sandra Malcic, extension 217 RES. #G16/98 - EMERY CREEK PROJECT ENVIRONMENTAL STUDY REPORT Status of the Class Environmental Assessment process for the stormwater quality ponds to be constructed in the floodplain at the confluence of the Emery Creek and the Humber River, on lands owned by the Authority and under management agreement with Toronto Parks. Moved by: Tony Wagner Seconded by: Deborah Schulte THAT the staff report concerning the status of the Emery Creek Project Environmental Study Report be received for information. AMENDMENT RES. #G17/98 Moved by: Luciano Martin Seconded by: Robert Hubbs THAT a letter be sent to the Minister of the Environment, on behalf of the Humber Watershed Alliance, requesting that the Emery Creek Project proceed based on the fact that it meets the objectives of the Humber River watershed management strategy titled, "Legacy: A Strategy for a Healthy Humber"; AND FURTHER THAT the Minister be advised that the Humber Watershed Alliance would like to see a more intense effort be made to encourage prevention and source control. THE AMENDMENT WAS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED WM\\; /9" G22 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #2/98 April 21,1998 BACKGROUND At meeting #3/96, held on May 31, 1996, the Authority resolved by RES. #A 100/96: "THA T the Authority support the Preliminary Design Report for the Emery Creek Water Quality Improvement Project; THA T the Authority endorse the preferred planning alternative outlined in the Preliminary Design Report; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to continue working with Metro Works to finalize a satisfactory design through the final stages of the environmental assessment process and detailed design stages of the project." The Emery Creek Water Quality Improvement Project is in response to recommendations of the Toronto Area Watershed Management Strategy (TAWMS), which determined that pollutant loadings from the Emery Creek watershed were among the highest of all Humber River tributaries. The TAWMS report (MaE, 1986) recommended the need for enhanced source control programs (e.g. correcting sewer cross-connections and illegal discharges, etc.) and the construction of a pilot stormwater management facility. Since TAWMS, the need for water quality improvement efforts in existing urban areas has been endorsed by the Metro Toronto and Region Remedial Action Plan (RAP) Clean Waters, Clear Choices (MaE, 1994) and Legacy: A Strategy for a Healthy Humber (TRCA, 1997). Metro Works (now Toronto Works and Emergency Services) initiated this project in 1991, in cooperation with a steering committee comprised of key agency representatives and members of the public. The goal of the project is to treat the flow from the creek and thereby, improve the water quality of the Humber River. A Schedule "C" Class Environmental Assessment process was followed to identify the preferred treatment method which consists of a three pond/wetland system to be located near the confluence of Emery Creek and the Humber River. The majority of the valley lands are owned by the TRCA and under management agreement with Toronto Parks. The project is intended to complement ongoing, enhanced source control programs. Toronto Works and Emergency Services posted the final Environmental Study Report for the Project for a mandatory 30-day public review period ending February 24, 1998. Two bump- up requests were submitted to the Minister of the Environment. One was from a local resident, Mr. Crowden, and the other from Toronto Councillor George Mammoliti, who is one of the councillors for Ward 6 covering the Emery Creek watershed. The concerns expressed in the bump-up requests pertain to the following issues: . vulnerability of the facility to flooding; . site disturbance/rehabilitation; . potential collection of "industrial" toxics in a residential area; preference for location of the facility at an upstream site; . sediment removal/disposal; . proximity of the site to the Humber River, which may become a Canadian Heritage River; . perceived inadequacy of public consultation. \A:>N\' \~/tf8 April 21, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #2/98 G23 In response to a request by the Ministry of the Environment, TRCA staff provided comments regarding the bump-up requests. It is the position of staff that an Individual Environmental Assessment is not warranted. The planning process for this project has gone well beyond the minimum requirements of a Class EA, particularly in the extent of public involvement, and therefore, we do not believe there would be significant public benefit in conducting further studies. We feel that the issues raised in the two bump-up requests, as we understand them, have been considered in the planning and design of this project. The proposed design incorporates measures which address these issues, and these measures will continue to be refined during the next detailed design stage. There was some lag time between the last public open house, held on May 1, 1996, and the release of the final Environmental Study Report in January, 1998. This delay was due to the delineation of a former landfill at the west end of the project site, which resulted in minor modifications to the project design. The Steering Committee felt that the modifications were not substantive, and therefore, did not warrant another public meeting. BENEFITS The pilot project incorporates new technologies and design elements that will provide spills control; remove suspended solids, heavy metals, and bacteria; and be integrated into the existing park setting. The facility will contribute to improved water quality in the Humber River, and is planned for performance monitoring under the Storm water Assessment Monitoring Performance (SWAMP) Program of the Authority and its partners. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE Councillor Mammoliti has arranged for two community meetings on the evenings of April 20 and 21, 1998. Toronto Works and Emergency Services has requested that the Ministry of the Environment delay their response to the bump-up requests until after these meetings have taken place. If the Minister of the Environment chooses to deny the bump up requests, then the project may proceed to detailed design. At the detailed design stage, a permit will be required under Ontario Regulation 158. Through this process, Authority staff will provide further input into the design and construction aspects of the project. FINANCIAL DETAILS The project is jointly funded by Toronto Works and Emergency Services, the Ministry of the Environment and Environment Canada. For information contact: Sonya Meek, extension 253 WM "q/q~ G24 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #2/98 April 21. 1998 RES. #G18/98 - OAK RIDGES MORAINE ENVIRONMENTAL CORRIDOR STUDY Status report on the Town of Richmond Hill's Oak Ridges Moraine Environmental Corridor Study. Moved by: David Hutcheon Seconded by: Ian Sinclair THAT the staff report on the Town of Richmond Hill's Oak Ridges Moraine Environmental Corridor Study be received; AND FURTHER THAT the final report be forwarded to the Humber Watershed Alliance, upon completion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND The Town of Richmond Hill is currently in the process of undertaking an Oak Ridges Moraine Environmental Corridor Study in response to the population increase projected in their Growth Management Strategy. The study area is located on the Oak Ridges Moraine and traverses three watersheds - the Rouge River, the East Don and the East Humber River. The study area includes a high concentration of natural areas, forested areas, kettle lakes and wetland complexes. The purpose of the study will be to identify environmental features, including water resources, and to make recommendations for a sustainable natural heritage system. The study will also identify opportunities and constraints with respect to issues such as property ownership, transportation and servicing requirements. The study is to consider options for a natural heritage system in both an east-west and north-south direction and may extend across municipal boundaries. The study has the potential to connect a natural heritage system across three watersheds which would reinforce regional wide linkages. The Town of Richmond Hill's Strategic Plan emphasizes the need to manage growth in an environmentally responsible manner. It advocates an "Environmental First" approach on the Oak Ridges Moraine which means that planning is undertaken on the basis of protecting watersheds and natural heritage systems. This approach to protect the resources and landforms of the Oak Ridges Moraine, in the East Humber Subwatershed, through the . municipal land use planning process is consistent with.the recommendations outlined in Legacy: A Strategy for a Healthy Humber. RATIONALE The study is in response to the Town's Growth Management Strategy which will form the basis for the Town's new Official Plan. The Growth Management Strategy identifies the preferred urban envelope for the Town of Richmond Hill which incorporates the principal of two separate urban areas known as the North Urban Development Area and the South Urban Development Area. The study is to identify the environmental constraints and environmental management policies to guide development within the designated urban areas. "'-l~ , aol98 April 21, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #2/98 G25 BENEFITS The study will identify core environmental areas for protection and potential corridor/edge areas requiring restoration and enhancement. The study will also identify a policy approach and implementation guidelines for environmental management, rehabilitation, monitoring and public stewardship programs which will facilitate in the implementation of Legacy: A Strategy for a Hea/thy Humber. FINANCIAL DETAILS The study is being financed by the Town of Richmond Hill. Authority staff will participate on the Steering Committee but no other costs will be incurred by the Authority. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE The study was initiated in the fall of 1997. To date, a steering committee has been formed and a Terms of Reference is currently being finalized. Authority staff, agency staff, developers, as well as other interested members of the public form part of the steering committee. Throughout the study process, there will be two public meetings in the spring of 1998 to receive public input. A final report will be released in the summer of 1998. Report prepared by: Gemma Connolly, extension 202 For information contact: Janet Foster, extension 282 RES. #G19/98 - SCARLETT WOODS GOLF COURSE WORKING GROUP A report, for the information of the Humber Watershed Alliance, on the work to date of the Scarlett Woods Golf Course Working Group. Moved by: Madeleine McDowell Seconded by: Peter Carruthers THA T the staff report on the work, to date, of the Scarlett Woods Golf Course Working Group be received for information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND The Toronto Parks and Recreation Department operates five public golf courses. These courses, which were formerly the responsibility of the Metro Parks and Culture Department, are located largely in the.valleys of. the Humber and.Don Rivers, and Highland Creek. The Scarlett Woods Golf Course is located on the Humber River, southwest of Jane Street and Eglinton Avenue. v.:>M \a\/q~ G26 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #2/98 April 21, 1998 In February of 1997, the Metropolitan Toronto Environment and Public Space Committee requested the Acting Commissioner of Parks and Culture to "work with the Toronto Environmental Alliance and other interested parties towards making Scarlett Woods Golf Course as pesticide-free as possible, with a view to attaining Audubon accreditation." Subsequently, a working group was formed to review the use of pesticides at the Scarlett Woods Golf Course and to develop a program to achieve the objective put forward by the Committee. The composition of the Working Group was established so as to represent the various interests related to the issue of pesticide use in the golfing industry. The group includes: . staff from the Parks and Recreation Department and the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority; . Toronto Environmental Alliance; . Action to Restore a Clean Humber; . Royal Canadian Golf Association; . Canadian Golf Superintendents Association; . Crop Protection Institute; . World Wildlife Fund; . local Councillors. WORK COMPLETED TO DATE The Scarlett Woods Golf Course Working Group is moving towards a report and a series of recommendations to go to the appropriate committee of Toronto Council. To this end, the group has reviewed current practices related to pesticide use at Scarlett Woods and at other golf courses in Ontario. City staff has also initiated the process for Audubon Certification of Scarlett Woods and has implemented a comprehensive integrated plant health care program at the golf course. It should be noted that pesticide use at Scarlett Woods is currently below industry norms and City staff continues to work toward ensuring that further reductions are accomplished where they can be balanced against an acceptable level of course quality. During the summer of 1 997, representatives of Action to Restore a Clean Humber carried out water quality monitoring on the Humber River at the Scarlett Woods site. These data will be added to in the future and the information will be incorporated into the final report. The final report to the City is now in draft form and will be finalized over the next few months. Some of the tentative recommendations and initiatives outlined in the report include the implementation of events and a golfer education program to publicize efforts at Scarlett Woods to reduce pesticide use; continued pursuit of Audubon Certification, and the current integrated plant health care program; use of Scarlett Woods as a pilot area for experimentation with alternative strategies to pesticide reliance; and continued monitoring of the effects of fertilizer and pesticide use on the watershed. \103m, aa/q~ April 21, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #2/98 G27 DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE A number of the initiatives noted above will be undertaken this spring and summer and it is hoped that the final report of the Working Group will be completed and forwarded to the City within the next few months. For information contact: Andy Wickens, extension 252 RES. #G20/98 - SUBWATERSHED COMMITTEE REPORTS The minutes of the meetings for the following subwatershed committees are provided for information. Moved by: Mary Louise Ashbourne Seconded by: Marjorie Mossman THAT the following minutes be received: Meeting #2/98 and #3/98 of the East Humber Subwatershed Committee; Meeting #2/98 and #3/98 of the Lower Humber/Black Creek Subwatersheds Committee; Meeting #2/98 and #3/98 of the Main Humber Subwatershed Committee; Meeting #1/98 and #2/98 of the West Humber Subwatershed Committee. . . . .. CARRIED RES. #G21/98 - VERBAL REPORTS OF SUBWATERSHED COMMITTEES Verbal Presentations Moved by: Marjorie Mossman Seconded by: Madeleine McDowell THAT the verbal presentations made by D. Green, R. Hubbs, B. Wilson and D. Schulte with respect to the progress made to date by the East Humber, Lower Humber/Black Creek, Main Humber and West Humber Subwatershed Committees, respectively, be received . CARRIED \.VN\\ a:3J q~ G28 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #2/98 April 21. 1998 RES. #G22/98 - SPRING EVENTS IN THE HUMBER WATERSHED Schedule of events within the Humber watershed. Moved by: Mary Louise Ashbourne Seconded by: Marjorie Mossman THA T the following schedule of events be received for information . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED BACKGROUND Each year, individuals, groups and agencies are encouraged to host and/or participate in events to celebrate watersheds. Many events occur in the Humber watershed. Several that have come to our attention are listed below. Enjoy! April 22 at 10:30 a.m. Emery Creek Environmental Association Creek Cleanup and Tree Planting Day. Meet at the corner of Weston Road and Lanyard Road with a pair of gloves in hand. Contact Sheryl Gonsalves at (416)749-6373. April 22 at 7 p.m. Frog Monitoring Workshop at the North York Civic Center. Get an overview of frog species and what you need to know to properly complete frog surveys. Contact Lionel Normand, TRCA, (416)661-6600, extension 327. May 2 at 9:00 a.m. Caledon East Wetland Tree and Shrub Planting and Spring Clean up. Bring a shovel, gloves, lunch and enthusiasm! Contact Ann Marie Weselan, TRCA, (416)661-6600, extension 323. May 2 at 10:00 a.m. Claireville Conservation Area Planting Event. Help plant shrubs along the reservoir and improve forest cover at Indian Line Campground. Bring your own shovel. Contact Chandra Sharma, TRCA, (416)661-6600, extension 237. Week of May 4 Etobicoke Clean Up Event. City of Toronto Works and Parks & Recreation crews will be out in full force cleaning up litter in problem areas. Saturday, May 4th is Community Clean Up Day. The City will arrange garbage pick up, provide gloves and bags. Contact Barbara Ivan, City of Toronto, Etobicoke Civic Service Centre at (416)394-8000, extension 8370. May 7 Sun Row Park Tree and Shrub Planting in cooperation with Don Bosco Secondary School and St. Eugene Catholic School. Contact Ann Marie Weselan, TRCA, (416)661-6600, extension 323. ~~\-.Ii I'tl April 21, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #2/98 G29 May 9 Bolton Community Action Site Awareness Day. A guided tour will be offered highlighting groundwater wells, trails, historical sites and future environmental improvements. Contact Bill Wilson at (905)857-1384. May 23 at 10:00 a.m. Weeding at Trethewey Park. Contact Amy Maurer, Black Creek Project, (416)661-6600, extension 364. May 24 at 1 :30 p.m. Historical walk along the Carrying Place Trail. Starts at Lambton House. You can buy lunch from 12 to 1 p.m. Contact Madeleine McDowell, Humber Heritage Committee at (416)767-7633. May 25 - 29 Native Wildflower Garden Plantings at Sun Row Park. Contact Kelly Meehan, Communities in Bloom at (416)236-2104. May 30 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Proposed 'Paddle the Humber'. Contact Gary Wilkins, TRCA at (416)661-6600, extension 211 to confirm the event and your attendance. May 30 at 9 a.m. Litter pick up at the intersection of Queens Drive and the Black Creek. Contact Amy Maurer, Black Creek Project, (416)661-6600, extension 364. June 3 Frog Monitoring Training Field Trip. Learn more about frogs and help collect information on their abundance and distribution. Surveys are done by ear or by sight. Next Frog Monitoring Training Field Trip will be held on September 2nd. Contact Lionel Normand, TRCA, (416)661-6600, extension 327. June 4 and 5 Grenadier Pond Wetland Planting includes a tour of the site, wetland planting and interactive activities. Bring gloves, boots and garden trowel. Contact Laura Stevenson, TRCA, (416)661-6600, extension 296 in advance if you wish to participate. June 13 at 10:00 a.m. Wildflower planting at Trethewey Park. Contact Amy Maurer, Black Creek Project, (416)661-6600, extension 364. July 11 at 10:00 a.m. General maintenance activities at Trethewey Park. Contact Amy Maurer, (416)661-6600, extension 364. l,JC'Y\\a~ Ag G30 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #2/98 April 21 , 1998 Date Unconfirmed Wetland Planting in partnership with the Black Creek Project. Meet north of the intersection of Jane Street and Steeles Avenue. Bring gloves, boots and a garden trowel. Contact Laura Stevenson, TRCA, (416)661- 6600, extension 296. For information contact: Gary Wilkins, extension 211 NEW BUSINESS RES. #G23/98 APPOINTMENT OF RESIDENT MEMBER TO THE HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE Moved by: Dick O'Brien Seconded by: Heather Broadbent THAT Deborah Schulte be officially appointed as a resident member of the Humber Watershed Alliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #G24/98 - APPOINTMENT OF CLAIREVILLE COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVE TO THE HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE Moved by: Dick O'Brien Seconded by: David Hutcheon THAT Alyson Hazlett be appointed to the Humber Watershed Alliance representing the Claireville Community Advisory Committee, on an interim basis, until such time as concurrence is received from the Claireville Community Advisory Committee . . .. CARRIED 'Vm'ac.l'~ April 21, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #2/98 G31 MOTION - HUMBER V ALLEY HERITAGE TRAIL ASSOCIATION Moved by: Bill Wilson Seconded by: Madeleine McDowell THAT the Humber Watershed Alliance endorse a motion by the Humber Valley Heritage Trail Association that the Village of Bolton be called, "Home of the Humber Valley Heritage Trail"; THE MOTION WAS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . WITHDRAWN RES. #G25/98 - HUMBER RIVER TRAILS Moved by: Dick O'Brien Seconded by: Carol Seglins THAT all items and issues relating to trails in the Humber River watershed be referred to staff for a report back to the Humber Watershed Alliance. AND FURTHER THAT, in the interim, a letter be forwarded to the Bolton Improvement Association expressing the Humber Watershed Alliance's support for the environmental work which this group has carried out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED HUMBER ART CONTEST G. Wilkins provided the members with a brief update on the Humber Art Contest. Students between Grade 1 to 12 were invited to enter the Humber Art Contest. In an effort to raise public awareness of the river, students were asked to think about the Humber River and what it meant to them and put those ideas into art form. The Authority received 87 submissions and a sampling of some artwork was displayed at the Alliance meeting. G. Wilkins requested the participation of two Alliance members to help judge the artwork and select four winners. APPOINTMENT OF TOWN OF CALEDON REPRESENT A TIVE TO THE HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE Mayor Carol Seglins advised that the Town of Caledon's staff representative on the Humber Watershed Alliance will be Dave Turner from the Parks and Recreation Department. Mr. Turner will serve as Councillor Christine Cooper's alternate. ~('(\\a.1/q~ G32 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #2/98 April 21 , 1998 GUEST SPEAKERS Members are encouraged to suggest guest speakers for future Humber Alliance meetings. If there is any topic of interest that the members would like to hear a presentation on, they are asked to bring this to the attention .of G. Wilkins. CANADIAN INSTITUTE OF PLANNERS AWARD OF EXCELLENCE G. Wilkins advised that the Authority submitted "Legacy: A Strategy for a Healthy Humber" and its companion document, "A Call to Action - Implementing Legacy: A Strategy for a Hea/thy Humber" for consideration of this award. TRCA staff was recently advised that the documents have been selected as one of five finalists out of the 43 submissions received. The winner will be announced on June 2, 1998 in Winnipeg. ONTARIO TRILLIUM BOOK AWARD D. Izzard was congratulated on behalf of Save the Oak Ridges Moraine group who were finalists for the Ontario Trillium Book Award. The Oak Ridges Moraine publication was one of seven finalists for this award out of 175 submissions. HUMBER HERITAGE COMMITTEE WALK M. McDowell invited members to participate in a walk being hosted by the Humber Heritage Committee on Sunday, May 24, 1998, starting at the Lambton House, at 1 :30 p.m. Another walk is being planned for Labour Day weekend. For further information, contact M. McDowell at (416)767-7633. WESTERN BEACHES TUNNEL D. Hutcheon advised that there will be a groundbreaking celebration for the Western Beaches Tunnel on Monday, May 4, 1998 at 2:30 p.m., at Battery Park. For additional information, contact Shelly Carol at (416)392-7701. lA)U\ \ a.1r "8 April 21, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #2/98 G33 TERMINATION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 9:20 p.m., April 21, 1998. . Brian Denney J. Craig Mather Director, Watershed Management Secretary-Treasurer /L. ~ft\\ a C'f" THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE REPORT ON MEETING #3/98 WATERSHED MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #3/98 SEPTEMBER 18, 1998 ~ft\ '~I "If! ~ , THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY MINUTES OF THE HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE #3/98 Page G34 July 21, 1998 The Humber Watershed Alliance met at the Lake St. George Conservation Field Centre in the Town of Richmond Hill on Tuesday, July 21, 1998. The Chair, Lois Griffin, called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. . PRESENT Ron Allan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Mary Louise Ashbourne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Harry Baker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Amiyo Biswas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Heather Broadbent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Peter Carruthers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Christine Cooper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Brenda Crompton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Dirkje Glerum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member David Green . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Lois Griffin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chair Alyson Hazlett . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Fred Hendriks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Alternate Robert Hubbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member David Hutcheon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member John Livey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Alternate Luciano Martin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Glenn Mason . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Madeleine McDowell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Marjorie Mossman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member John Nemeth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Alternate Carol Ray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Deborah Schulte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Carol Seglins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Bryan Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . '. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Alternate Vito Spatafora . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Nancy Stewart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ~ . . . . . . . . . ~ . . . . . . ... . . . . . . Member Horst Truttenbach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Dave Turner , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Alternate Jane Underhill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Michael White ................................................ Member Bill Wilson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Penny Young . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Alternate \,.)M \~\ I q~ G35 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 July 21, 1998 GUESTS Suzanne Barrett . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Waterfront Regeneration Trust Bob Lackey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Claireville Community Advisory Committee Linda LaFlamme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . '. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . City of Vaughan STAFF Bob Burgar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Archaeologist Jon Clayton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fisheries Biologist Gemma Connolly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Watershed Planning Technician Kate Hayes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Planning Ecologist Lia Lappano . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Administrative Assistant, Humber Sandra Malcic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Planning Ecologist Craig Mather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Chief Administrative Officer Greg Rich . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trail Planning Technician Chandra Sharma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coordinator, Multicultural Stewardship Andy Wickens .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manager, Conservation Areas Gary Wilkins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Humber Watershed Specialist G. Wilkins introduced a number of members, guests and staff who were in attendance at the meeting. Newly appointed Humber Watershed Alliance members included Harry Baker representing the Township of Mono and Dave Turner representing the Town of Caledon. Guests included Suzanne Barrett of the Waterfront Regeneration Trust, Bob Lackey of the Claireville Community Advisory Committee and Linda LaFlamme from the City of Vaughan. Staff introduced included Kate Hayes and Chandra Sharma. The Chair welcomed everyone and thanked Authority staff for organizing the meeting and the other activities which were planned at Lake St. George. RES. #G26/98 - MINUTES Moved by: David Hutcheon Seconded by: Marjorie Mossman THA T the Minutes of Meeting #2/98, held on April 21, 1998, be approved. . . . . CARRIED CORRESPONDENCE . Letter from Mr. Andy Mitchell, Secretary of State (Parks), dated June 3, 1998 re: Canadian Heritage Rivers Nomination . Letter from the Minister of the Environment, dated June 8, 1998, re: Millenium Eco-Communities Initiative ",-\~/q6 July 21, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 G36 RES. #G27 /98 - CORRESPONDENCE Moved by: David Hutcheon Seconded by: Marjorie Mossman THA T the above correspondence be received . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED .- - RES. #G28/98 Moved by: Carol Seglins Seconded by: Madeleine McDowell THA T staff be directed to complete applications to the Millenium Eco-Communities Initiative for each of the Community Action Sites in the Humber River watershed and register them on Environment Canada's web site. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED D. Hutcheon advised that Heritage Toronto has prepared a video on the beginnings of Toronto which will be shown at the Toronto Waterfront Museum at Harbourfront. He recommended that staff obtain a copy of the video to ensure its accuracy and, if feasible, suggest that the Toronto Carrying Place Trail be highlighted. Staff to follow up. ELECTION OF VICE-CHAIR FOR THE HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE Mayor Carol Seglins was nominated by Councillor Christine Cooper. David Hutcheon expressed his desire to let his name stand. RES.#G29/98 - MOTION TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS Moved by: Christine Cooper Seconded by: Heather Broadbent THA T nominations for the office of Vice-Chair of the Humber Watershed Alliance be closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . .. CARRIED Both candidates were asked to leave the room during the vote. Following a count of a show of hands, CAROL SEGLlNS was declared elected as the Vice- Chair of the Humber Watershed Alliance. VJm\'33/Q, G37 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 July 21. 1998 The Chair thanked both candidates and congratulated Carol Seglins on being elected Vice- Chair of the Alliance. RES. #G30/98 Moved by: Christine Cooper Seconded by: Heather Broadbent THA T whereas a vacancy has occurred in the office of Vice-Chair of the Humber Watershed Alliance; AND FURTHER THAT Carol Seglins be appointed as Vice-Chair of the Humber Watershed Alliance. ................................................... CARRIED BACKGROUND The Terms of Reference for the Humber Watershed Alliance, dated May 8, 1997 and adopted by the Authority at Meeting #4/97 held May 30, 1997 by Resolution #A66/97, includes the following provision: "Section 3.6 Selection of Chair and Vice-Chair of the Alliance The Chair and Vice-Chair will be elected by the Watershed Alliance from among its members. The Authority may appoint an interim Chair until an election takes place. The Chair and Vice-Chair will be ex-officio members of all Committees." Election Process Nominations for Chair and Vice-Chair will be accepted followed by a show of hands. A formal election by ballot for Chair and Vice-Chair of the Humber Watershed Alliance will be held only if necessary. At its inaugural meeting held on October 21, 1997, the Humber Watershed Alliance elected both a Chair and Vice-Chair. However, the position of Vice-Chair has now become vacant and, in accordance with the Humber Watershed Alliance Terms of Reference, should be filled. For information contact: Gary Wilkins, extension 211 ~\~"I148 July 21. 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 G38 RES. #G31/98 - HUMBER WATERSHED REPORT CARD Status report on the Humber Watershed Report Card. Moved by: Luciano Martin Seconded by: Dirkje Glerum THAT the work plan for the Humber Watershed Report Card be approved; THAT the draft purpose statement, objectives, indicator selection criteria and preliminary short list of indicators be received for information; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to organize expert workshops and public meetings to help develop a set of indicators for the Humber Watershed Report Card . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND At its meeting on April 21, 1998, the Humber Watershed Alliance adopted the following resolution: "THA T the staff report on the Humber Watershed Report Card be received for information; AND FURTHER THA T progress on the development of the Humber Watershed report Card be reported at the next Humber Watershed Alliance meeting scheduled for July 21, 1998." The Humber Watershed Report Card Subcommittee is well on its way in the development of the Humber River Watershed Report Card. Efforts have been focused on: . finalizing a work plan; . defining the purpose and objectives of the report card; . identifying indicator selection criteria; and, . identifying a preliminary short list of indicators. Ms. Tija Luste of the Waterfront Regeneration Trust has accepted the position of Chair of the Humber Watershed Report Card Subcommittee. The Subcommittee assessed 273 indicators against the selection criteria and identified a preliminary list of indicators for further review. Through this process, the Subcommittee has also been collecting relevant background information on similar initiatives which include: . The Don Report Card; . The Fraser Basin Report Card; . The Regional Municipality of Peel's State of the Environment Reports on Water, Land and Atmosphere; . Durham Region's State of the Environment Poster Map; 'and ~N\\3S"/q~ G39 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 July 21. 1998 . The Regional Municipality of York's Report Card process. The Region of York is in the preliminary stages of developing a report card to measure the effectiveness of its Official Plan policies. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE In order to identify which indicators are essential for measuring the health of the watershed, the following activities need to take place: . expert workshop will be held throughout the summer to further refine the list of indicators; . a series of public meetings will be held to gain public input on the short list of indicators; . approval of the short list of indicators by the Humber Watershed Alliance; . identify targets. The Subcommittee anticipates that the short list of indicators will not be finalized until November, 1998. At that time, a special meeting of the Humber Watershed Alliance may be necessary to approve the short list of indicators. Once the short list of indicators has been approved, the necessary research and writing and presentation of the information will begin. FINANCIAL DETAILS Authority staff will provide technical support to assist in the experts workshop, public meetings and in the preparation of the draft document. Additional external funds will be sought to produce the final document. For information contact: Gemma Connolly, extension 202 RES. #G32/98 - THE HUMBER WATERSHED PLEDGE Preparation of the Humber Watershed Pledge as a method to acknowledge commitment to protect, restore and celebrate the Humber River watershed. Moved by: Vito Spatafora Seconded by: Mary Louise Ashbourne THAT the Humber Watershed Pledge, as appended, be approved; AND FURTHER THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, municipalities, agencies, businesses, community organizations and others throughout the Humber watershed be requested to sign the Humber Watershed Pledge . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED ~rt\,~{p I ~fI July 21, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 G40 COMMENTS It was suggested that: . the "Humber Watershed Alliance" be prominently displayed on the Humber Watershed Pledge; 0 . the historic building be put on the right hand side of the image, made less dominant and modified to add the 'cropped' side of the building. BACKGROUND At the Humber Watershed Alliance meeting #2/98, resolution #G14/98 was adopted as follows: "THA T the draft Humber Pledge be endorsed; THA T the staff distribute the final edition of the Humber Pledge to the Humber Watershed Alliance at its July, 1998 meeting; . AND FURTHER THA T municipalities, agencies, businesses, community organizations and others throughout the watershed be requested to sign the Humber Pledge. " The Alliance members reviewed the draft Pledge and offered some valuable suggestions which have been incorporated into the final version of the document. DET AILS OF WORK TO BE DONE . Promote the signing of the Humber Watershed Pledge by Authority members, municipalities and others throughout the watershed. FINANCIAL DETAILS . The Humber Watershed management budget will fund the production (colour copying) of a small number of copies. Approximate cost per copy is $2.00. For information contact: Gary Wilkins, extension 211 WM\"37/q~ G41 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 July 21, 1998 RES. #G33/98 - MAJOR TRAILS IN THE HUMBER RIVER WATERSHED Overview of the major trail systems in the Humber River watershed. Moved by: Luciano Martin Seconded by: Bill Wilson THAT the staff report regarding the Inter-Regional Trail network in the Humber River watershed be received for information; AND FURTHER THAT staff, Humber Watershed Alliance members and community members work together to develop a project to be submitted to the Millennium Bureau Of Canada under the Canada Millennium Partnership Program, and The Canada Council under Millennium Funding, to plan and implement portions of the Inter-Regional Trail, Community Action Sites and other environmental enhancements to establish accessible and linked greenspace corridors. AMENDMENT RES. #G34/98 Moved by: Robert Hubbs Seconded by: Deborah Schulte THAT a Trails Subcommittee be struck to include representation from each of the subwatershed committees and whose purpose would be to coordinate a comprehensive submission to the Millenium Bureau of Canada by the October 31, 1998 deadline; AND FURTHER THAT such Trails Subcommittee report back to the Humber Watershed Alliance at their next meeting to be held on October 20, 1998. THE AMENDMENT WAS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED BACKGROUND At the Humber Watershed Alliance meeting held on April 21, 1998, the following resolution was adopted: "THA T all items and issues relating to trails in the Humber River watershed be referred to staff for a report back to the Humber Watershed Alliance; AND FURTHER THA T, in the interim, a letter be forwarded to the Bolton -lmprovement.As$Ociation ..fNCpressing. the Humber.. Watershed Alliance's support for the environmental work which this group has carried out. " A letter has been sent by the Chair of The Humber Watershed Alliance to the Bolton Improvement Association. -- ------- (.\)ft\~1J' <i8 July 21, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 G42 There are many formal and informal trails on municipal, TRCA and private lands within the Humber River watershed. Some of these trails are not well known, connected or utilized for their valuable conservation, recreation, tourism, educational or economic development potential. This report outlines only those major formal trails which support the Inter-Regional Trail system as described in A Program For The Establishment Of The Greater Toronto Region Trail System, which was approved by the TRCA in 1992. The program describes a concept of how trail development may occur, provided it can be demonstrated that they maintain and enhance the ecological and economic integrity of the watershed. An Inter-Regional Trail system along the Main, East and West Branch of the Humber River would fulfil the objectives for conservation and public use as recommended by the Humber Watershed Task Force in Legacy: A Strategy for A Healthy Humber (TRCA 1997). These objectives include: . Objective 18: Create an accessible and connected greenspace system; . Objective 19: Develop a system of inter-regional trails through the greenspace system; and . Objective 20: Identify and develop local and regional scale recreation, education, and tourism destinations within the greenspace system. Humber River Watershed Trails Total 147.0 km 100% Existing - formal 49.0 33 Existing - informal 21.0 14 50% existing Existing - park road or road 25.0 17 formal Proposed - terrain limitations 48.0 33 Proposed - land ownership limitations 4.0 3 It is possible to formulate a trail and environmental enhancement project to implement the approximately 35 km of missing trail links and upgrading 15 km of this Inter-Regional Trail between the Caledon Trailway/Trans Canada Trail to Steeles Avenue in Toronto. The trail could meet the existing ~5 km Toronto Humber Trails which link to the Lake Ontario Waterfront Trail. The Inter-Regional Trail, if completed, would cover approximately 75 km between the Caledon TrailwaylTrans Canada Trail and the Lake Ontario Waterfront Trail and could also provide an additional link in the Trans Canada Trail through Greater Toronto (see following chart). Main and East Branches of the Humber River Currently, the Town of Caledon, the City of Vaughan and the City of Toronto have sections of multi use trails which fulfill the recommendation to implement and promote the Inter- Regional Trail route from the Caledon TrailwaylTrans Canada Trail to the Lake Ontario Waterfront Trail. v.:>m \ 3q /q, G43 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 July 21, 1998 The total length of this Inter-Regional Trail is approximately 75 km and has been implemented by the following: Existing multi use trails constructed in and by the Town of Caledon include: . The Caledon TrailwaylTrans Canada Trail: 12 km . Bolton Mill Park Trail: 0.5 km Existing pedestrian trails constructed in the Town of Caledon by The Humber Valley Heritage Trail Association and The Bruce Trail Association include: . The Humber Valley Heritage Trail: 15 km . The Bruce Trail: 38 km Existing multi use trails constructed in and by the City of Vaughan include: . Nort Johnson Park Trail: 1 km Existing multi use trails constructed in the City of Vaughan by the TRCA include: . The Humber Heritage Hiking Trail in Boyd Conservation Area: 2 km Existing multi use trails constructed in and by the City of Toronto include: . The Tommy Thompson Trail: 12 km . The Humber Trail: 4 km . The Waterfront Trail: 0.5 km Inter-Regional Trail Summary - Main/East Branches of The Humber River Existing - formal (Toronto) 25 km 33% Existing - informal 15 km + 2Q.%.... 53% of the trail exists Proposed - unbuilt 31 km 41% Proposed - unbuilt / private land +~ +~. 47% of the trail proposed To be Implemented 35 km To be Upgraded 15 km Total Trail - approximately 75 km 100% This Inter-Regional Trail project could also provide environmental enhancements such as instream barrier removal and native tree plantings through community based partnerships. . There could also be approximately 20 major interpretive multi-cultural historical plaques/ figures and signage based on the nationally significant people, places and events from the . ~'~Cl8 July 21. 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 G44 First Nations, French Explorers and English Settlers associated with the Humber River and the development of Canada. The Humber River may also be celebrated as a Canadian Heritage River during the millennium year subject to the approval of the Province of Ontario and the Federal Government. Other Existing Inter-Regional Trails Bruce Trail - pedestrian .38 km Great Pine Ridge Trail - equestrian 32 km Caledon Trailway/Trans Canada Trail - multi-use 12 km Oak Ridges Trail - pedestrian 15 km West Humber Trail - multi-use 9 km Eglinton Ave. Trail - multi-use 4km Black Creek Trail - multi-use 4km Waterfront Trail - multi-use 0.5 km Existing multi-use trails constructed in and by the City of Brampton include: . The Stephen L1ewlynn Trail 1.5 km Existing pedestrian trails constructed in King Township by the Oak Ridges Trail Association include: . The Oak Ridges Trail: 15 km Existing equestrian trails constructed in King Township by the OntarioTrail Riders Association include: . The Great Pine Ridge Trail: 32 km ISSUES Issues on major trails in the Humber River watershed include the following: . consolidating the background and current status of planning and development of the approximate 75 km of north-south Inter-Regional Trail (Toronto Carrying-Place Trail) in the Humber River watershed; . concerns associated with the Humber Trails including: 1) lack of a common unifying name; 2) approximately 50 km of gaps in the trail; 3) private land; 4) lack of resources; . taking advantage of the trends and benefits of the trail given an aging population; . maximizing the process of community involvement in partnerships and public consultation with municipalities, agencies and the, general public; W~\L4I/q~ G45 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 July 21, 1998 . consolidation of related studies and the linkages between natural heritage, human heritage, and recreation and tourism values as a nominated Canadian Heritage River; . identifying priority sites for the implementation of an inter-regional trail network linking natural areas and recreation and tourism destinations; and . formulating community support and an approach to implementing the inter- regional trail network under the concept and theme of a contemporary Toronto Carrying-Place Trail as a Millennium Project and an additional link to the Trans Canada Trail. TRENDS AND BENEFITS Current public outdoor activity trends have been analysed and documented by various sports, tourism and economic analysis agencies in Ontario. They have also been ranked according to their general overall appeal and interest by including the widest possible spectrum of the population. The five highest ranked outdoor activities are walking, cycling, swimming, golfing and equestrian activity. Linked trail networks have been shown to provide benefits to: . resource protection and the environment by providing an integrated and balanced approach to recreational public uses that contribute to healthy communities and a healthy watershed; . tourism, recreation and the economy by achieving recognition of the Humber River watershed as a prominent part of an inter-regional tourism/recreation system and a Canadian Heritage River; . social and physical health of society by developing lifelong learning opportunities on the natural and cultural resources within the region and the need for their management on a watershed basis; and . personal well-being and fulfilment by encouraging watershed communities to take ownership and participate actively in the stewardship of the natural and cultural resources. The following quotes from the book titled, "Boom Bust an,d Echo" by David K. Foot support these trends in walking and environmental protection and appreciation. This book is referred to as an authoritative work in terms of predicting future trends based on demographics. According to Mr. Foot, "There is no excuse for a community to spend money on hockey rinks in the mid-1990's that are likely to be empty in 2005, while neglecting to provide the parks and walking trails that an aging population needs.....and that if funds are available for new facilities, they should be devoted to walking trails.....as a majority of the population moves from activities like tennis and spectator sports -to..ones-like-walking.aAd -birding; the illovement to -make the countryside more accessible will intensify. The most spectacular example is the Trans Canada Trail which is scheduled to open on July 1, 2000 as the longest recreation trail in the world. The Greater Toronto Inter-Regional Trail System, which was approved by the TRCA in 1992, recognizes the importance of a unified Humber River Trail. The TRCA, with various partners, has been active in the planning stages of the Inter-Regional Trail. \,;In\ '''4Gl1 'ttf July 21, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 G46 One way of unifying and promoting an Inter-Regional Trail is using a common name. For example, a contemporary Toronto Carrying-Place Trail would increase national awareness, protection and public use of the watershed. An Inter-Regional Trail would also facilitate public exposure to the ecosystem and watershed approach to planning, the heritage values as a Canadian Heritage River, and the benefits of sustainable land and resource uses to the economy. Other inter-regional or local trails could be linked to a contemporary Toronto Carrying-Place Trail if desired by the community. The trail would be constructed to the guidelines as described in Trai/ Planning and Design Guidelines, (TRCA 1992). SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDED ACTIVITIES . Implement approximately 35 km of the Toronto Carrying-Place Trail and 6 major bridges, 47% of the total Trail; . Upgrade approximately 15 km of the Trail, 20% of the total Trail; . Implement approximately 20 sites for major interpretive and multi-cultural historical plaques/figures and signage. All interpretive and historical plaques/figures and signage would be provided in both official languages; . Implement environmental enhancements for habitat restoration and native tree plantings; . Implement way finding discs for the Toronto Carrying-Place/lnter-Regional Trail as a series of "Discovery Walks/Discovery Trail"; . Create interpretive brochures for the Trail; and . Celebrate the Humber when designated a Canadian Heritage River by using The Toronto Carrying-Place Trail concept and hosting a major art exhibit during the year 2000. COMMUNITY ACTION SITES Main Humber Subwatershed . Caledon East Community Action Site: Trail enhancements and wetland adjacent to the Caledon TrailwaylTrans Canada Trail. The Caledon East Wetland could provide a multi-'use trail and boardwalk which will provide a loop connecting to the Caledon TrailwaylTrans Canada Trail. Interpretation through interpretive and historical plaques/figures, signage: i.e., the Oak Ridges Moraine and Environmentally Significant Areas. \..0 'N\ \ '" ~ Iq ~ G47 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 July 21, 1998 . Palgrave Community Action Site: Mill pond and wetland enhancements adjacent to the Caledon Trailway/Trans Canada Trail including barrier mitigation and channel naturalization. Interpretation through int.erpretive and historical plaques/figures, signage: Le., Mill Sites. . Albion Hills Conservation Area: 2 km trail implementation through the site. Interpretation through interpretive and historical plaques/figures, signage: Le., Areas of Natural and Scientific interest. . Bolton Community Action Site: 13 km trail enhancements, 5 km trail implementation including a major pedestrian bridge between the Albion Hills Conservation Area and the Nashville Resource Management Tract. The Humber Valley Heritage Trail Association (HVHTA), through an agreement with the TRCA, has implemented a primitive walking trail between Albion Hills C.A. and Columbia Way in the Village of Bolton. The goals of the HVHTA include connecting this trail through the Village of Bolton to the Nashville R.M.T., and eventually to the Lake Ontario Waterfront Trail. The Bolton BIA is considering promoting Bolton as 'The Home of the Humber Valley Heritage Trail". Interpretation through interpretive and historical plaques/figures, ~ignage: Le., Valley and Stream Corridor Management, and dams and mill sites. . Nashville Resource Management Tract: 14 km trail implementation including a major pedestrian bridge between the Village of Bolton and the Village of Kleinburg. Interpretation through interpretive and historical plaques/figures, signage: Le., Natural Resources. . Fundale Park Community Action Site: 3 km trail implementation between Langstaff Road and Highway #7. Multi-use trails are proposed by the City of Vaughan between Fundale Park and Nort Johnson Park as a community node for the Village of Woodbridge. Interpretation through interpretive and historical plaques/figures, signage: Le., Multicultural Communities. . Thackery Site/Ontario Realty Corporation Lands: 3 km trail implementation between Highway #7 and Steeles Avenue including a major pedestrian bridge. Lower Humber Subwatershed . Humber Crang Pond: Trail implementation between Weston Road/Albion Road (including the confluence of the Main and West Humber River) and Highway 401 by the City of Toronto. InterpretatiOn through interpretive and historical plaques/figures, signage: Le., The Franciscan Brothers. ~~l'tlf ''If1 July 21, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 G48 . Raymore Park: Site enhancements and interpretation through interpretive and historical plaques/figures, signage; Le., Hurricane Hazel. . Etienne Brule Park: Site enhancements and interpretation through interpretive and historical plaques/figures, signage; Le., Explorer Etienne Brule, Magasin Royale - the First French Fort of Toronto, Father Jean De Brebeuf, and the Federal Toronto Carrying Place Trail Plaque area. . - . Humber Marshes/Bridges: Trail from Waterfront Trail to South Humber Park and the Lake Ontario Waterfront Trail by the City of Toronto and the Waterfront Regeneration Trust. Trail to be implemented on both sides of the Main Humber River to the Humber Marshes in South Humber Park and Lake Ontario. Site enhancements and interpretation through interpretive and historical plaques/ figures, signage: the Second French Fort Toronto, the Provincial Jean-Baptiste Rousseau Plaque area, Lt. John Graves Simcoe, and the Humber Marshes. East Humber Subwatershed . Boyd Complex Community Action Site: 6 km trail implementation including three major pedestrian bridges between The McMichael Canadian Art Collection, The Kortright Centre and The Boyd Conservation Area along the William Granger Greenway. Enhancement of the two municipal Toronto Carrying-Place Trail Plaques on 1~lington Avenue and Major Mackenzie Drive. Interpretation through interpretive and historical plaques/figures: Le., The McMichael Canadian Art Collection, Dr. Francis H. Kortright and native flora and fauna, and the Seed-Barker First Nations Archaeological site. . Boyd Conservation Area: 2 km trail implementation and trail enhancements to the site. Interpretation through interpretive and historical plaques/figures, signage: Le., Garfield Weston and family. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE . Facilitate the further planning of the Inter-Regional Trails, environmental enhancements, and Community Action Sites in locations that protect and enhance environmental features and their functions; . Encourage partnerships to implement and maintain the Inter-Regional Trail as the need and resources permit; . Facilitate the investigation and coordination of a preferred route for the Trans Canada Trail across the Authority's jurisdiction as requested by the Trans Canada Trail Foundation and the Ontario Trails Council; lUM\4S'm.. G49 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 July 21. 1998 . Prepare an application to the Millennium Bureau Of Canada for the purpose of acquiring funding under the Canada Millennium Partnership Program to implement and promote the Inter-Regional Trail with the concept of a contemporary Toronto Carrying-Place Trail as the unifying theme. The application to include the Community Action Sites and environmental enhancements; and . Prepare an application to the Canada Council For The Arts under Millennium Funding for plaques and monuments dedicating the trail, people, places and events related to the Humber as a Canadian Heritage River. FINANCIAL DETAILS The Authority, municipalities and other groups will continue to implement trails and other environmental enhancements as the need and resources permit. Additional partners and financial resources are required. For information contact: Greg Rich, extension 263 RES. #G35/98- PALGRAVE MILL POND COMMUNITY ACTION SITE Status report on the Palgrave Mill Pond Community Action Site. Moved by: Vito Spatafora Seconded by: Christine Cooper THAT the staff report concerning the Palgrave Mill Pond Community Action Site be received for information. AND FURTHER THAT staff be requested to investigate the possibility of developing a new capital project for the Palgrave Mill Pond Community Action Site to be submitted to the Region of Peel as part of the Authority's 1999 budget request . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND During the summer of 1996, Ontario Streams initiated a project to investigate restoration alternatives for the Palgrave Mill Pond and Dam with the goal of improving aquatic habitat. During this process, a community focus group (Palgrave Community Action Group) was established to provide input.to the.Ontar.io.Streams .project_andJdentify _the.interests of the community. Upon completion of the Ontario Streams initiative, the community approached the TRCA with a request to have the site identified as a Community Action Site to further the objectives of the Humber Watershed Strategy. The objective of the community through the community action site process was to broaden the scope of the original study to focus on the objectives of the community which included the protection and restoration of the . historic mill pond. ---- - \.:)rf\ ,... ~ tt#8 July 21, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 G50 Since that time, the Palgrave Community Action Group, in partnership with the TRCA, MNR and a private environmental consultant, have developed a rehabilitation concept which meets the objectives of the original Ontario Streams initiative, the partnership agencies, and those of the local community. Although Ontario Streams has not had direct involvement in the Community Action Site to date, they are aware and supportive of the objectives of the group. A renewed involvement by Ontario Streams has been requested. In the spring of 1998, Mark Schollen of Scholl en & Company Inc., w.as retained to investigate the feasibility of the preferred rehabilitation plan and prepare concept plans depicting how the objectives of all interested individuals and groups could be achieved. Based on this work, the project plans include the following: . The creation of a by-pass channel to convey low flows of the Humber River around the pond and dam. This by-pass channel will be constructed using natural channel design principles and will allow for fish migration from downstream to upstream of the pond. . Rehabilitation of the pond including dredging of a deeper open water component and the installation of fish habitat structures around the margins. The benefits of the project include: . Significant Improvements to the water quality and sediment transport characteristics of this reach of the Main Humber River. . Sustainable restoration of the historic Mill Pond including restoring some of the historic depth and adding habitat structures. . Passage for fish from downstream to upstream of the pond where, for 150 years, there has been a barrier. . Improved recreational opportunities including scenic look outs, trails and linkage to nearby regional and national trails. FINANCIAL DETAILS To date, the Community Action Site has limited spending to approximately $8,000. This money has been used to test pond sediment samples for contaminants and to retain Mark Schollen of Schollen & Company Inc., to develop concept plans for the site, in consultation with the Steering Committee. In addition to this spending, the Community Action Site has benefited from in-kind contributions including TRCA staff tim~ to collect the sediment samples and participate on the steering committee, MNR staff time on the steering committee and residents' time both on the steering committee and collecting some background technical data to be used in preparation of the working drawings. As part of the development of Concept Plans for the proposed restoration works, Mark Schollen produced a detailed cost estimate outlining the steps required to carry this project through to implementation and the associated costs. The total estimated cost is ~m\,",;lq, G51 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 July 21, 1998 approximately $1.5 million. The community has been successful in obtaining the support of local businesses, service clubs and private individuals. Staff is confident that these partners will commit to a variety of financial and substantial in-kind contributions. Although contributions are anticipated to be substantial, additional funds are required, particularly for the planning aspects of the project. It is recommended that the Region of Peel be approached to provide financial support for this project through the Authority. The general breakdown of the cost is as follows: Technical Investigations and Design and Preparation of Working Drawings $134,000 Construction of By-pass Channel and Pond Restoration Works $1,163,000 Construction Supervision $37,000 Tax & Contingency $214,000 DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE Prior to any of the major restoration works being carried out on-site: . prepare a more detailed work plan for the next Community Action Site steering committee meeting; . seek funding from federal, provincial, municipal and private sources; . prepare a terms of reference for the preparation of detailed design and engineering drawings. This will facilitate the approvals process and confirmation of contributors for project implementation; . hire a consultant to undertake the detailed design and engineering drawings; . obtain approvals under a variety of legislation including the Environmental Assessment Act, the Conservation Authorities Act, the Lakes and Rivers Improvement Act and the Fisheries Act. For information contact: Sandra Malcic, extension 217 RES. #G36/98 - WATERSHED SEDIMENT AWARENESS INITIATIVE Invitation to Humber Watershed Alliance members to assist with a watershed sediment awareness initiative. Moved by: Heather Broadbent Seconded by: Carol Seglins THA T Luciano Martin and Michael White be nominated members of the Watershed Sediment Awareness Initiative on behalf of the Humber Watershed Alliance; ~rn '4<6Jq~ July 21. 1 998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 G52 AND FURTHER THAT progress reports from the Watershed Sediment Awareness Initiative be brought to the Humber Watershed Alliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND A major cause of the degradation of rivers and streams in urban areas is soil erosion at construction sites. Without effective erosion controls, the tons of sediment from residential and industrial development, highway and bridge construction enter the watercourses. At poorly managed construction sites, stormwater brings tons of silt into the-river. Sediment causes degradation of water quality, destruction of aquatic habitats, increased flooding and reduced navigation in waterways. Sediment or suspended solids carries many pollutants, toxic chemicals, metals, nutrients, bacteria and others that cling to its particles and, thus, are more easily ingested by aquatic life. A brown, turbid stream is also not aesthetically pleasing to people. A survey conducted by The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Remedial Action Plan (RAP) in the past indicated that to the public, clear water means clean water and cloudy means dirty. The condition of local natural areas affects people's attitudes towards their community. In October, 1991, the TRCA and MOE undertook a joint study to examine the causes of poor erosion control at construction sites and to make recommendations to protect nearby watercourses. The study focused on erosion at urban construction sites in order to fill a significant gap. The objectives of the study were to: . evaluate the effectiveness of the existing erosion and sediment control guidelines and various erosion control methods; and . identify ways of improving construction practices by examining current legislation, design and planning protocols and education. The Provincial Urban Drainage Advisory Committee (PUDAC) acted as the steering committee for this study. This study recommends that: . the local municipalities adopt and enforce Top Soil Preservation By-laws allowing them to control erosion and sedimentation at construction sites from an early stage; . the Province aid the municipalities by developing a Model Top Soil By-law; . the Province set up and carry out compliance monitoring programs on an interim basis in areas that do not have a Top Soil By-law and audit construction sites in municipalities that do; . the Province reallocate and reorganize staff and funds at MNR and MOE to better enforce and prosecute under the federal Fisheries Act and the Ontario Water Resources Act (OWRA) in order to strengthen new Top Soil By-laws; ~M\~qm G53 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 July 21. 1998 . the Province encourage the development of a training course for contractors, consulting engineers, developers and employees of regulatory agencies in the proper practices of erosion and sediment control at construction sites; . the Province sponsor smaller, hands on workshops for those same groups emphasizing field work and encouraging discussion and feedback. Legacy: A Strategy for a Healthy Humber recommends: Objective 7: Reduce the amount of sediment that enters surface water. The Caring for Water Committee of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council recently recommended the formation of a joint group consisting of representatives from the Rouge Park Alliance, the Humber Watershed Alliance and the Don Watershed Council to plan and implement the Sediment Awareness Initiative. A coordinated media and education program has been proposed to raise awareness, particularly among construction, industry and municipal engineering staff to reduce sediment loads to watercourses. On April 16, 1998, the Don Watershed Regeneration Council passed resolution #F23/98 as follows: "The Caring for Water Committee requests the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, the Humber and Rouge Alliances nominate members to work on the sediment awareness initiative. " DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE . invite members of the Humber Watershed Alliance to work on the Sediment Awareness Initiative. FINANCIAL DETAILS . mileage expenses will be provided to Humber Watershed Alliance members who volunteer to assist with the Sediment Awareness Initiative. For information contact: Gary Wilkins, extension 211 "''"' '5'0 /f:18 July 21, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 G54 RES. #G37 /98 - CANADIAN INSTITUTE OF PLANNERS 1998 AWARD FOR PLANNING EXCELLENCE Legacy: A Strategy for a Healthy Humber and its companion document, A Call to Action, won the Canadian Institute of Planners 1998 Award for Planning Excellence. Moved by: David Green Seconded by: Dirkje Glerum THAT the staff report on the Canadian Institute of Planners 1998 Award for Planning Excellence be received for information. AMENDMENT RES. #G38/98 Moved by: Luciano Martin Seconded by: Harry Baker THA T thanks be extended to the Humber Watershed Task Force Chair and members as well as to Authority staff on receiving this honour. THE AMENDMENT WAS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED THE MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND The Canadian Institute of Planners is a professional organization that governs the education and practice of planning across Canada. In order to recognize the achievements and accomplishments in planning, the Institute provides annual awards to projects that have a high degree of quality and professional recognition. Legacy: A Strategy for a Healthy Humber and its companio'1 document A Call to Action, represents a long-term strategy for the protection and management of the Humber River's natural, cultural, heritage, recreation and education resources. This strategy was developed over a two year period by a volunteer task force that consisted of watershed residents, community groups, agency staff and elected representatives. The Humber River watershed management strategy was one of 43 submissions from across Canada that was submitted for the 1998 Award for Planning Excellence. Project submissions were .judged-on-their-ex~ellenee in plarming;-innovation,-impact on the field of expertise, implementation potential and presentation. Lvro \S'I Jq~ G55 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 July 21. 1998 The Humber River watershed management strategy was recognized as a winner in planning excellence because it was developed by a volunteer Task Force, and contained strong principles of watershed management. The strategy was also recognized for its detailed action plans for five subwatershed areas, and the identification of seventeen Community Action Sites that required immediate regeneration activities. The strategy was also recognized for its ongoing initiatives which include the production of a newsletter, the Humber Advocate, and the Humber Report Card, which will form the basis of a long-term monitoring program to measure the health of the Humber River watershed. RA TIONALE Without the continued dedication and support of the Humber Watershed Task Force members and the Humber Watershed Alliance, the Authority would not have received the 1998 Awards for Planning Excellence and the high degree of professional recognition that this award brings to the Authority and everyone who participated in its preparation. A letter of appreciation has been sent to the members of the task force and staff who contributed to the production of Legacy: A Strategy for a Healthy Humber and its companion document, A Call to Action. For information contact: Gary Wilkins, extension 211 RES. #G39/98 - BOYD NORTH MANAGEMENT PLANNING PROCESS The preparation of a Management Plan for the portion of the Boyd Complex north of Rutherford Road. Moved by: Mary Louise Ashbourne Seconded by: Marjorie Mossman THAT the staff report on the Boyd North Management Plan process be received for information ................................................. CARRIED BACKGROUND The Boyd Complex comprises some 832 ha following the course of the East Humber River from Kleinburg to Woodbridge in the City of Vaughan. The lands south of Rutherford Road make up the Boyd Conservation Area which is operated as a regional park, accommodating group camping, large group ,picnics and.otheLcasual..recreation..uses._.The.lands north of Rutherford Road accommodate the Kortright Centre for Conservation, the Boyd Conservation Field Centre, the Authority's tree nursery, Foster Woods and include lands under management agreement with the McMichael Gallery. In addition, significant portions of the lands are owned by the Province of Ontario through the Ontario Heritage Foundation, and are managed by the Authority on behalf of the Province. ~11\,~../98 July 21, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 G56 Several Concept Plans for the Boyd Complex have been developed over the past twenty years, the last of these being in 1 987. These plans have generally envisaged large scale recreational development for the site involving significant capital investment from public sources. Changes in the availability of public funds, new ideas in terms of appropriate and potentially successful public uses for Authority lands, and advances in ecosystem-based planning have rendered these plans obsolete. RA TIONALE It is anticipated that ongoing urbanization in the City of Vaughan, particularly in north Woodbridge and Kleinburg will increase pressure on Authority lands especially the northern portion of the Boyd Complex. Authority staff has received enquiries regarding various uses for the Boyd lands north of Rutherford Road and additional enquiries will likely be received in the future. In order to respond effectively to the anticipated demand related to the Boyd North lands, the Authority requires a comprehensive management plan for the site. The objective of the Boyd North Management Plan process will be to examine the Boyd North property to determine its environmental attributes and its potential for recreation or other uses. This review will be used to establish a plan for the development and management of the Area. Given that the site will eventually be surrounded by urban development and in view of the numerous stakeholder currently involved with the lands, staff feelsthat the planning process must have a significant public input component. It is recommended, therefore, that an advisory committee be formed which would include representation from: . York Region Staff . Vaughan Staff . Local and Regional Councillors . Ratepayers- Woodbridge and Kleinburg . Representative of large group users . Local schools plus Separate and Public School Boards . McMichael Gallery . Humber Alliance . Ontario Heritage Foundation Through consultation with these groups and input from the public, a consensus on management zones and a management plan will be developed. It is anticipated that the plan would be completed for Authority approval by December of 1998. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE Staff needs to begin the task of compiling background material and o~.9anizing the public consultation process. The target date for initiating development of the plan is mid-June of 1998. Progress reports on this, and other planning projects will be brought back to the Board during the balance of the year. \.:) 'ffi\ '5' 3/q~ G57 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 July 21, 1998 FINANCIAL DETAILS Provision for the development of the Boyd North Management Plan has been included in the Authority's 1998 Capital Budget. For information contact: Andy Wickens, extension 252 RES. #G40/98 - REPORT ON THE WORK OF THE HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE TO THE CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER OF THE CITY OF TORONTO The continuing role of the Humber Watershed Alliance in the new City of Toronto and its relationship with the Environmental Task Force. Moved by: Fred Hendriks Seconded by: Glenn Mason THA T the staff report, dated July, 1998, as appended, regarding the role of the Humber Watershed Alliance in the new City of Toronto and its relationship with the City of Toronto's Environmental Task Force be endorsed; THAT the staff report be sent to the Authority's Chief Administrative Officer for incorporation into a similar report on the work of the Don Regeneration Council; AND FURTHER THAT a combined report on the work of the Humber Watershed Alliance and the Don Regeneration Council be submitted to the Chief Administrative Office of the City of Toronto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND In January, 1998, the Cities of Toronto, North York, Etobicoke, York, Scarborough, the Borough of East York and the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto amalgamated to form the new City of Toronto. The Toronto Transition Team provided a series of recommendations to the new City government on hoW to merge the services and structures of the former seven municipalities into one municipality. The major objective of this process was to create a new structure for civic governance that was easily accessible and accountable to the people. The Transition Team recommended that the City appoint an Environmental Task Force to develop an Environmenta1-Management"Plan for the new City. The Environmental Tas~ Force is to identify how to coordinate the role of the various citizens' advisory groups and committees that provided advice on environmental matters to the former municipalities. To begin this process, the Commission of Works and Emergency Services prepared a report entitled, Existing Environmental Committees and the Environmental Task Force which identified the work of 40 environmental advisory groups and committees that were ~rt\ \f:"'1/<rJ July 21. 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 G58 established by a former municipality or government agency. The report was sent to each advisory group and committee requesting that they identify their future role in the new City and their relationship with the newly established Environmental Task Force. The Humber Watershed Alliance and the Don Regeneration Council will be notified and asked to submit a response to the CAD of the City of Toronto. The attached report identifies the role of the Authority's Humber Watershed Alliance in the new City of Toronto and its relationship with the newly established Environmental Task Force. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE Submit the report to the Chief Administration Officer who will provide recommendations to the Special Committee to Review the Final Report of the Toronto Transition Team on the role of the Humber Watershed Alliance in the new City of Toronto. FINANCIAL DETAILS The Humber Watershed Alliance watershed management activities are core business areas of the Authority and are funded through the Authority's budget. The Authority's budget is dealt with by member municipalities on an annual basis and the allocation of funds for watershed activities may vary from year to year. For information contact: Gary Wilkins, extension 211 Report prepared by: Gemma Connolly, extension 202 Lvffi \SS/q~ G59 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 July 21, 1998 THE ROLE OF THE HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE IN THE CITY OF TORONTO AND ITS RELATIONSHIP TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL TASK FORCE JULY, 1998 \A)It\ . S' '- ICfa July 21, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 G60 INTRODUCTION The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is a provincial/ municipal partnership established in 1957, under the Conservation Authorities Act, to manage the renewable natural resources of the region's watersheds. The TRCA, with one-third of Ontario's population within its area of jurisdiction, acts in the community's interest through advocating and implementing watershed management programs. The TRCA manages nine watersheds within the Greater Toronto Area covering an area of approximately 3,467 square kilometres. Watersheds are viewed as logical geographic units for effectively managing the environment in a holistic manner. The Authority, in 1988, adopted "A Greenspace Plan for the Greater Toronto Region." The Greenspace Plan recognized the effect urbanization was having on the river valley systems and water quality. It also recognized that there was no comprehensive resource management planning occurring within the Greater Toronto Area and responsibility for environmental quality was fragmented and uncoordinated. The Authority's Greenspace Plan provided a set of strategies to effectively manage watersheds. Recommendations included: . develop watershed management strategies based on an ecosystem approach to planning; . establish planning task forces for each major river watershed system within the Authority's jurisdiction; . focus on coordinating environmental initiatives between government agencies; . establish data bases; . develop the cause/effect analysis to aid in the design of specific management techniques. Since the adoption of its Greenspace Plan, the Authority has completed watershed management strategies for the Rouge, Don and Humber Rivers. The first strategy was A Comprehensive Basin Management Strategy for the Rouge River Basin completed in 1989. This strategy was developed by a stakeholders committee including agency staff and interest groups. The strategies developed for the Don and Humber River watersheds, however, were developed through volunteer task forces. Membership included residents, interest groups, business associations, municipal and other agency staff and elected representatives. The Task Force for the Etobicoke-Mimico Creek watershed management strategy is expected to begin in the fall of 1998. Watershed management strategies have been very successful in.-fjenerating public interest and awareness about the impacts urbanization has had on the natural and cultural heritage resources contained within the watersheds. The strategies also illustrate the importance of providing a framework that coordinates the energy, priorities and resources of many partners on a watershed basis. The major strength of this planning model is that it fosters continued public ownership and involvement by the community to undertake actions to protect, restore and improve the environmental quality of their communities. ~m\S7IqCf G61 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 July 21, 1998 The Don River and Humber River watershed management strategies, and their planning processes, have been recognized nationally and internationally for their innovation and excellence in watershed management. Forty Steps to a New Don won the International Society of City and Regional Planners Award for Urban Ecology in 1994. Legacy: A Strategy for a Healthy Humber and its implementation document A Call to Action won the Canadian Institute of Planners 1998 Award for Planning Excellence. The Canadian Heritage Rivers Board has also recognized the significant heritage and recreation values of the Humber River and has recommended to Parks Canada and the Ministry of Natural Resources that the Humber River be designated a Canadian Heritage River. Through the development of its watershed plans, the Authority continues to protect and restore inter-regional greenspace corridors and improve the water quality of the City of Toronto's river systems. The Authority's watershed planning process and implementation actions have assisted the City of Toronto in creating a sustainable urban environment which makes it one of the world's most liveable cities. A. The Role of the Humber Watershed Alliance in the New City The Humber Watershed Alliance's mandate is to implement the recommendations of Legacy: A Strategy for a Healthy Humber and its implementation document A Call to Action. Legacy was adopted by the Authority in 1997 and identifies 30 recommendations on how to achieve and sustain a healthy watershed using an ecosystem approach to planning. The watershed includes all of the land that drains to the Humber and its tributaries. The Humber River watershed is home to more than 500,000 people and is the Authority's largest watershed covering approximately 908 square kilometres. The Humber Watershed Alliance is a volunteer group consisting of 52 individuals. Members include residents, interest groups, business associations, agency staff and elected representatives from each municipality. The Alliance is an official sub-committee of the Authority's Watershed Management Advisory Board. All recommendations from the Alliance to the Authority are made through this Board. . The term of the Humber Watershed Alliance is for two years starting on October 1, 1997. The Humber Watershed Alliance facilitates a wide range of opportunities for: . building partnerships and consensus between government agencies and resident groups on a watershed basis; . restoring and protecting the natural greenspace corridors and improving the water quality of rivers and streams; . coordinating agency and residents' efforts in initiatives that protect, restore and celebrate the environmental health of the Humber River; - - ~1~48 July 21, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 G62 . providing a forum where residents, interest groups, agency staff, business associations and elected representatives can exchange ideas and information on how to deal with watershed management issues; . conducting community outreach activities that foster local community support and involvement in environmental decision making; . providing information on watershed management topics to various municipal partners, government agencies, groups and individuals; . educating and promoting watershed awareness through such activities as regular newsletters and hosting recreational events such as Paddle the Humber; . finding new financial partners to assist in implementing restoration projects; . the renewal of committee memberships every two years which ensures continued community involvement and support, brings new ideas and energy and retains the option to refine the watershed planning model. It has been recognized by the Authority that the most efficient and effective way to implement watershed management strategies is through volunteer committees that address the watershed as an ecological planning unit, independent of political boundaries. The Humber watershed management strategy continues to gain public support and acceptance. The model delivers more "in-ground" work by engaging, motivating and assisting many groups. B. Areas of Overlap The overall objective of the Humber Watershed Alliance is to coordinate and facilitate activities to achieve and sustain a healthy watershed. The Alliance ensures that all stakeholders are involved in the decision making process and that no duplication of effort occurs. The sole focus of the Alliance is the Humber watershed. The Alliance will work within a framework of subwatershed committees, specifically, the Main, East, West and Lower, including Black Creek. Legacy: A Strategy for a Healthy Humber is the management plan which the Humber Watershed Alliance will implement to protect, restore and celebrate the watershed. C. Relationship of Work to the Environmental Task Force The major task of the Environmental Task Force will be to provide an Environmental Plan for the new City. This Environmental Plan will be based on the City's administrative boundaries and will include a number of initiatives that will improve the natural environment. The Humber Watershed Alliance is a volunteer task force of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority whose mandate is to implement the management plan recommendations in Legacy: A Strategy for a Healthy Humber to protect, restore and celebrate the watershed. The Alliance will complement the Environmental Task Force by: L0M\s-qlq~ G63 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 July 21. 1998 . providing a forum where members of the Environmental Task Force could form partnerships with neighbouring municipalities to assist in the development of its Environmental Management Plan and contribute to achieving its goals; . providing information on the City's process, to its watershed residents, through its newsletters and committee meetings; . providing valuable resource management information which will assist in identifying areas for protection and enhancement. This information will also assist in identifying priority areas for immediate action; . implementing, on a watershed basis, projects which will achieve the recommendations in Clean Water, Clear Choices, the report of the Metro Toronto Remedial Action Plan designed to restore the polluted waterways in the Toronto region; . developing a watershed-wide report card to report progress made in achieving watershed health; . seeking financial and in-kind resources for projects of mutual benefit; . facilitate large watershed projects that cross municipal boundaries. D. Elected Representation and City of Toronto Staff Support Prior to the amalgamation, municipal representatives on the Humber Watershed Alliance included one Council member and a staff alternate from each of the regional and local municipalities located within the watershed. For the new City of Toronto, we propose a similar structure based on an elected representation and a staff alternate from each Community Council located within the Humber River watershed. This would entail five elected representatives whose wards include the Humber River watershed. Staff alternates are also requested for each elected representative. The Humber Watershed Alliance benefits from the City of Toronto representation because they provide ongoing communication, planning support, assistance in implementing activities that protect, restore and celebrate the Humber River watershed. The Humber Watershed Alliance meets on a quarterly basis. Specific activities may require Humber Alliance members to meet more regularly to achieve particular tasks. E. Budget In 1998, funding was allocated toward staff resources to support the Humber Watershed Alliance communications, newsletters, polls, posters and special community events (Celebrate Your Watershed). Funding is also used to support community-based projects and to match external funding sources for restoration activities. \r.)ft\ I~O/em July 21. 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 G64 CONCLUSION We believe that the work of the Humber Watershed Alliance will complement and benefit the work of the City of Toronto. The Humber Watershed Alliance can assist the Environmental Task Force with the development of an Environmental Management Plan that will contribute to a sustainable urban environment for the new millennium. A coordinated relationship among all watershed partners is essential to achieve a healthy environment, society and economy. RES. #G41/98 - SUBWATERSHED COMMITTEE REPORTS The minutes of the meetings for the following subwatershed committees are provided for information. Moved by: David Hutcheon Seconded by: David Green THAT the following minutes be received: Meeting #4/98 and #5/98 of the East Humber Subwatershed Committee; Meeting #4/98 and #5/98 of the Lower Humber/Black Creek Subwatersheds Committee; Meeting #4/98 and #5/98 of the Main Humber Sub watershed Committee . . . . .. CARRIED RES. #G42/98 - VERBAL REPORTS OF SUBWATERSHED COMMITTEES Verbal Presentations Moved by: Marjorie Mossman Seconded by: Madeleine McDowell THAT the verbal presentations made by D. Green, R. Hubbs, B. Wilson and D.Schulte with respect to the progress made to date by the East Humber, Lower Humber/Black Creek, Main Humber and West Humber Subwatershed Committees, respectively, be received . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED l.UN\ lllllq~ G65 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #3/98 July 21. 1998 NEW BUSINESS CALEDON EAST WETLAND OFFICIAL OPENING The official opening of the Caledon East Wetland, one of our Community Action Sites situated in the Regional Municipality of Peel, will take place on Saturday, October 24, 1998 on the site. Dignitaries will be invited and will include a ribbon cutting event. Additional details will be provided in the near future. MISSISSAUGAS OF THE FIRST NATIONS M. McDowell advised that on July 12, 1998, the Mississaugas of the First Nations came to Toronto and, as part of their visit, they went to the Rousseau site in the Lower Humber with individuals from various heritage groups. They were presented with copies of Legacy and were invited to participate on the Humber Watershed Alliance in whatever capacity they could. They have expressed an interest in becoming involved with the Humber and its roots. G. Wilkins suggested that they could be called upon to assist with the Canadian Heritage Rivers ceremony. TERMINATION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 9:30 p.m., July 21, 1998. Brian Dennev J. Craig Mather Director, Watershed Management Secretary- Treasurer /L. U)ft\ I <.a " ~ THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE REPORT ON MEETING #4/98 WATERSHED MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #5/98 NOVEMBER 20,1998 'JW\ 'f. 3/<18 ~ , THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY MINUTES OF THE HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE #4/98 Page G66 October 20, 1998 - - The Humber Watershed Alliance met in the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village on Tuesday, October 20, 1998. The Chair, Lois Griffin, called the meeting to order at 6:50 p.m. PRESENT Ron Allan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Amiyo Biswas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Stephen Bodsworth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Heather Broadbent ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member David Burnett . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . " Alternate Christine Cooper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member John Crawford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Brenda Crompton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Cheryl Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Christopher DeSousa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member David Green . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .'. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Lois Griffin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chair Alyson Hazlett . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Robert Hubbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Susan L1oyd-Swail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Domenic Lunardo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Alternate Luciano Martin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Glenn Mason .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Joanne Mauti . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Madeleine McDowell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Marjorie Mossman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member John Nemeth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Alternate Dick O'Brien . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Carol Ray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Deborah Schulte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Carol Seglins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Bryan Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Alternate Nancy Stewart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Bill Wilson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member t...:>ffillD4 /q~ G67 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #4/98 October 20. 1998 . STAFF Jon Clayton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Fisheries Biologist Brian Denney. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Director, Watershed Management Division Lia Lappano . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Administrative Assistant, Humber Sonya Meek . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Water Management Planner Greg Rich . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trail Planning Technician Chandra Sharma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coordinator, Multicultural Stewardship Andy Wickens .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manager, Conservation Areas Gary Wilkins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Humber Watershed Specialist Beth Williston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Watershed Planning Technician RES. #G43/98 - MINUTES Moved by: Heather Broadbent Seconded by: Luciano Martin THAT the Minutes of Meeting #3/98, held on July 21, 1998, be approved. . . . " CARRIED CORRESPONDENCE (A) Letter from the City of Toronto dated July 27, 1998 re: Community Based Storm Water Projects (B) Letter from George Zegarac, Ministry of the Environment dated July 30, 1998 re: Emery Creek Retention Pond Project (C) Brief from The Canadian River Management Society RES. #G44/98 Moved by: Madeleine McDowell Seconded by: Ron Allan- THA T correspondence (A) above be received; THAT staff prepare a response to the City of Toronto, on behalf of the Humber Watershed Alliance, identifying project locations within the Humber River Watershed where existing or planned storm water initiatives will be undertaken; ~1~S'/'8 October 20, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #4/98 G68 AND FURTHER THAT a copy of the Humber Watershed Alliance 1998/99 Work Plan, be enclosed with the letter to the City of Toronto, which identifies other related initiatives within the Humber watershed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED RES. #G45/98 Moved by: Madeleine McDowell Seconded by: Heather Broadbent - THAT correspondence (B) and (C) above be received . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED RES. #G46/98 - HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE 1998/99 WORK PLAN Endorsement of the Humber Watershed Alliance's October, 1998 to November, 1999 Work Plan. Moved by: David Green Seconded by: Marjorie Mossman THAT the Humber Watershed Alliance's October, 1998 to November, 1999 Work Plan, be approved; AND FURTHER THAT the Humber Watershed Alliance Work Plan be forwarded to the Authority for approval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND The Humber Watershed Alliance Terms of Reference requires that the Alliance prepare annual work plans and that these work plans be approved by the Authority. Members have committed to a two year term on the tiumber Watershed Alliance, and are just completing their first term. The work plan deals with the second term of the Alliance's work, from October, 1998 to November, 1999. While at the end of this term some of the many projects will remain on-going, it is intended that many of the activities will be completed and that this first Humber Watershed Alliance will have made many achievements towards improving the health of the Humber watershed. The Humber Watershed Alliance functions in four subwatershed committees, and has appointed other technical committees or working groups to deal with issues including the Humber Report Card,-the .Canadian l:ieritage River.s~esigAation, .arld the Humber Watershed Logo. Over the course of the past year, each of the four subwatershed committees has developed a work plan for their two year term. The information presented in the work plans has been modified and refined to reflect only the primary projects that will be the focus from October, 1998 to November, 1999. Many other activities are being pursued as separate activities by subwatershed committee members. This information has been received by the Watershed Alliance in the form of Subcommittee Meeting Minutes which \,..) rn , c#" /~ G69 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #4/98 October 20, 1998 have been consolidated into the work plans. The work plans for the technical committees and other working groups have been summarized in the "Watershed Wide Activities" section of the work plan. In designing the work plans, each subcommittee's goal was to implement Legacy: A Strategy for a Healthy Humber. As much as possible, each of the activities is multi-facetted, and will achieve more than one objective once implemented. The work plans include both community action sites and community outreach activities. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE . Subwatershed, technical, and working group subcommittee members will continue to implement the actions listed in the work plan. . Funding from a number of external sources will be sought by the relevant committee members for many of the projects. . TRCA staff resources have been committed to the projects, as noted on the work plan. . As required, projects that have time lines beyond the 1998/99 fiscal year of this Watershed Alliance will become part of the mandate for completion by subsequent Watershed Alliances. RES. #G47/98 - HUMBER REPORT CARD INDICATORS AND TARGETS Selection 'Of indicators of health for the Humber Report Card and direction to proceed in determining appropriate targets for these indicators. Moved by: Bill Wilson Seconded by: Marjorie Mossman THAT the preliminary list of indicators for the Humber Report Card selected at the Expert and Community Workshops be endorsed; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to research the Humber Report Card indicators with respect to potential methods of measurement and targets, and report back to the Humber Watershed Alliance at Meeting #1/99. AMENDMENT RES. #G48/98 Moved by: Bill Wilson Seconded by: Marjorie Mossman THAT the Humber Watershed Alliance endorse the direction being taken in the Humber Report Card process to date; ~1l.7/'8 . October 20, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #4/98 G70 THAT staff and Humber Report Card Subcommittee members undertake an analysis of the issues raised at this meeting and consider them in their report to the Humber Watershed Alliance at Meeting #1/99; AND FURTHER THAT the appreciation of the Humber Watershed Alliance be extended to the staff and keynote speakers who participated in the three Community Workshops held on October 5, 6 and 13, 1998 with respect to the Humber Report Card; THE AMENDMENT WAS ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED THE MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED BACKGROUND During the summer, the Report Card Subcommittee prepared a short list of potential indicators for measuring the health of the Humber watershed. The indicators that were chosen reflected the thirty environment, society, economic, and getting it done objectives in Legacy. This short list of indicators was received by the Alliance at Meeting #3/98. The list of indicators selected by the Subcommittee were discussed and refined by a group of technical experts in terrestrial and aquatic habitats, surface and ground water management, heritage, recreation, and economics at an Expert's Workshop on September 16, 1998. These indicators were further refined at a series of Community Workshops held on October 5, 6, and 13. Alliance members were invited to provide input at both the Expert and Community Workshop events. Results from the Community Workshops were available at the Alliance Meeting. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE . Research and document benchmark information for each indicator; . Establish reasonable targets for each indicator as a means of measuring progress of implementing the watershed management plan; . Consult with agencies, municipalities, and technical experts; . Report to the Humber Watershed Alliance at Meeting #1/99 with the draft background information for each indicator and suggested targets. ~N1I~~/qi G71 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #4/98 October 20, 1998 RES. #G49/98 - CANADIAN MILLENNIUM PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM Development of a funding proposal for selected Humber Watershed Alliance projects. Moved by: Deborah Schulte Seconded by: David Green THAT the draft Canadian Millennium Partnership Program proposal titled, "Humber River _ The Toronto Carrying Place", be received; AND FURTHER THAT letters of support from Humber Watershed Alliance members and other sponsors be forwarded to Authority staff for inclusion in the proposal; AMENDMENT RES. #G50/98 Moved by: Deborah Schulte Seconded by: David Green THA T the Canadian Millennium Partnership Program proposal titled, "Humber River - The Toronto Carrying Place", be revised slightly to incorporate the comments of the Humber Watershed Alliance members and submitted as a total package by the October 31, 1998 deadline; THA T the Canadian Millennium Partnership Program proposal titled, "Humber River - The Toronto Carrying Place", be reformatted to focus on the following three distinct, yet interrelated, projects: . Barriers . Trails . Restoration; THA T the theme of celebration and signage be interspersed amongst the three projects; AND FURTHER THAT the application be submitted clearly identifying the Humber Watershed Alliance as the applicant with the support of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority; THE AMENDMENT WAS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED THE MOTION, AS .AMENDED,.WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED ~1f.Cf/'8~ October 20, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #4/98 G72 BACKGROUND At Humber Watershed Alliance meeting #3/98, held on July 21, 1998, the following resolution was adopted: "Res. #G34/98 THA T a Trails Subcommittee be struck to include representation from each of the subwatershed committees and whose purpose would be to coordinate a comprehensive submission to the Millenium Bureau of Canada by the October 31, 1998 deadline; AND FURTHER THA T such Trails Subcommittee report back to the Humber Watershed Alliance at their next meeting to be held on October 20, 1998." A Trails Subcommittee meeting has not occurred. However, draft background information and a tentative list of activities was circulated to the Chairs of each subwatershed committee. This information was meant to facilitate discussion regarding the development of a funding proposal to the Millenium Bureau of Canada. This draft information has been reviewed by a number of Alliance members. Comments were submitted to Authority staff and are included in the appended draft proposal. The deadlines for Millenium proposals are: October 31, 1 998 May 31, 1999 October 31, 1999 March 1, 2000. The Humber Watershed Alliance must discuss how they would like to proceed with the development of a proposal to the Millenium Bureau of Canada. Overview of the Canadian Millennium Partnership Proaram The Canada Millennium Partnership Program will help Canadians mark the new millennium in meaningful and creative ways. The Program will encourage Canadians to create initiatives that explore our heritage, celebrate our achievements, build our future and leave a lasting legacy. The Government of Canada will provide funding for community-oriented activities as well as for national and international activities until December 31, 2000. Funds will be allocated during the three years, with five deadline dates for receipt of applications. The Program will help to support projects that meet one or more of its themes: . . Celebrate achievement so that Canadians are inspired to know and appreciate our past and to welcome the challenges and opportunities of the future; W tt\ \io/licg . G73 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #4/98 October 20, 1998 . Encourage Canadians and other peoples of the world to explore our vast country and its natural and cultural diversity; . Exchange ideas and approaches that strengthen Canada and that reinforce our position in the world; . Support a sustainable environment and new ways of showing our respect for nature while we progress as a leading economy; . Stimulate interest in communities large and small, and bring our youth together to support the evolution of these communities; . Advance Canadian innovation that will benefit individuals and communities contributing to our collective well-being; . . Demonstrate, through artistic and cultural expression, our heritage, our way of life, and our aspirations for the future. Funding is available for projects ranging from community-based activities to national or international activities. Applications will be judged based on the following criteria: . focuses on the program themes; . consistent with the sponsor's aims and objectives; . how the success of the project can be measured; . degree of community involvement; . lasting benefits to the community; A number of specific projects have been suggested for. inclusion in a large proposal sponsored by the Humber Watershed Alliance. These projects are as follows: Mitigation of instream barriers for fish migration. Sites include: . Old Mill weir . Eglinton Avenue weir . Fundale Park weir . Bolton Dam . Palgrave Dam ~~ 1711'1f October 20, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #4/98 G74 Implementation of interregional trails. Linkages include: . West Humber Trail extension . William Granger Greenway . Nort Johnston Park Trail . Bolton EcoPark Trail . Lake Wilcox Trail Route .. Environmental restoration activities. Sites include: . Toronto Black Oak Savannah . Palgrave Mill Pond . Fundale/Nort Johnston Parks . Claireville Reservoir . Caledon East Wetland . Bolton Sunkist Valley Park . Lake Wilcox Celebrations and signage as a Canadian Heritage River. Sites include: . City of Toronto . City of Vaughan . Town of Caledon . Township of King . Town of Richmond Hill . Township of Mono . Township of Adjala-Tosorontio . " ~ ~r(\ na/t:ttg G75 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #4/98 October 20, 1998 FINANCIAL DETAILS A number of potential partners are listed below: PARTNER FUNDS IN-KIND Canadian Heritage Rivers Board (plaque) $2,500 Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) Community Fisheries $4,000 Improvement Program (ARCH) Canada Trust Friends of the Environment Foundation $9,000 (boardwalk) . Environment Canada Great Lakes 2000 Cleanup Fund $10,000 (Granger Greenway) Environment Canada Great Lakes 2000 Cleanup Fund $18,000 (Barriers) Rotary Club $25,000 Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) Fish Compensation $40,000 Package Toronto Remedial Action Plan (RAP) Barriers $106,000 Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) Capital Works $100,000 Program EcoAction 2000 (Action 21) $100,000 Trillium Foundation $150,000 Toronto and Region Conservation (TRCA) Claireville Trail $100,000 Toronto and Region Conservation (TRCA) $15,000 $40,000 Humber Watershed Alliance $25,000 TOT ALS $679,500 $65,000 DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE . Revise the proposal based on comments from the Humber Watershed Alliance members,' staff-and other-partners; . Seek and confirm in-kind and funding contributions; . Prepare implementation details and seek approvals. ~ - -- 'U~ \13/C)fJ , October 20, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #4/98 G76 RES. #G51/98 - TORONTO AND REGION REMEDIAL ACTION PLAN UPDATE Participation in the Clean Waters Summit on November 21, 1998 as well as nomination of Humber projects for the RAP Awards of Excellence. Moved by: Madeleine McDowell Seconded by: David Green THAT the Humber Watershed Alliance nominate 8 t010 representatives to participate at the Clean Waters Summit on behalf of the Humber watershed; THA T the Humber Watershed Alliance members and community groups representatives be encouraged to nominate projects in the categories of water quality, habitat and education, and submit their entries for the RAP Awards of Excellence; AND FURTHER THAT every member of the Humber Watershed Alliance, regardless of whether he or she plans to attend the Clean Waters Summit, complete the sentence on the registration form, "I think the most important action we can take to regenerate the waterfront and watersheds is...." and return it to the Waterfront Regeneration Trust for input to the discussion at the Summit. AMENDMENT RES. #G52/98 Moved by: Carol Seglins Seconded by: Heather Broadbent THAT the Humber Watershed Alliance endorse the following members as their representatives at the Clean Waters Summit on behalf of the Humber watershed: . Christine Cooper . David Green . Luciano Martin . Madeleine McDowell . Carol Ray . Deborah Schulte . Nancy Stewart . Bill Wilson BACKGROUND The Waterfront Regeneration Trust and the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority are coordinating the implementation of the Toronto and Region Remedial Action Plan. Public participation in the RAP is encouraged, and channeled through citizen and multi-stakeholder groups such as the Humber Watershed Alliance and other Humber groups. We have found that implementation is more effective at this smaller scale. Wmr7'11~ G77 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #4/98 October 20, 1998 However, there are a few activities underway that are relevant to all the watershed and waterfront initiatives. 1 . Clean Waters Summit The Clean Waters Summit is scheduled for Saturday, November 21, 1998 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. It will bring together key citizen, municipal and agency stakeholders to discuss priority actions and set an agenda to deal with the serious challenges of stormwater management, combined sewer overflows and habitat destruction. Space is limited to 150 people to ensure good discussion and evenly distributed perspectives. Several spaces have been reserved for Humber Alliance members. Some spaces will be available on a first-come basis to the general public. Lois Griffin has been involved in the planning of the Summit and will be assisting with the final plenary after the breakout workshops. Even if you do not plan to attend, we would appreciate it if you would complete the sentence on the registration form, "1 think the most important action we can take to regenerate the waterfront and watersheds is...", and return it to the Waterfront Regeneration Trust for input to the discussion at the Summit. 2. Ontario Public Advisorv Council (OPACI] The Ontario Public Advisory Council (OPAC) is a group with membership from each Area of Concern that shares information and advice among the citizens of the different Remedial Action Plans across the Province. Traditionally, the Public Advisory Committee in each RAP appoints the OPAC member. Under the new watershed-based approach, we no longer have an officially recognized Public Advisory Committee. Instead, we have the Humber Alliance, Don Council, Rouge Alliance, Toronto Bay Initiative, and groups emerging in the other watersheds and waterfront. We are asking for citizens to be nominated, or to nominate themselves, to be the 1998/99 OPAC member. The election will be held at the Clean Waters Summit where citizens will elect one representative and one alternate. The responsibilities are mainly: . to attend a once-a-year OPAC r:neeting and participate in regular conference calls (expenses are paid by Environment Canada) and represent the watersheds and waterfront of the Toronto and Region RAP Area; . to solicit opinion and issues from the various watershed groups to take to OPAC and disseminate information received from OPAC to the watershed groups (the Waterfront Regeneration Trust will assist with logistics of this task). "J~ \ -,(; 1'18 October 20, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #4/98 G78 This is a great opportunity to participate in the larger Great Lakes context and to meet citizens involved in RAPs elsewhere in Ontario. The most important thing to note is that the OPAC member is representing all the watersheds (Etobicoke, Mimico, Humber, Don, Highland, Rouge, Toronto Bay and Waterfront). An interest in this bigger picture is essential. If you would like more information or would like to put your name forward, please contact Tija Luste. 3. RAP Awards of Excellence At the Clean Waters Summit, awards will be distributed recognizing outstanding contribution to RAP goals. The Humber Watershed Alliance is encouraged to submit some projects, perhaps one in each project category, and to encourage its individual business and school partners to submit projects. RES. #G53/98 - INSTREAM FISH PASSAGE PROJECTS IN THE HUMBER RIVER Modification of instream barriers to improve passage for fish. Moved by: Madeleine McDowell Seconded by: David Green THA T the staff report concerning the mitigation of in stream barriers be received for information. AMENDMENT RES. #G54/98 Moved by: Madeleine McDowell Seconded by: Amiyo Biswas THAT staff report back to the Humber Watershed Alliance at a future date on the issue of enforcement. THE AMENDMENT WAS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED THE MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED WN'\\7fDlq, G79 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #4/98 October 20, 1998 BACKGROUND The development of the Humber River Fisheries Management Plan was guided by a steering committee composed of Authority staff, staff from the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, non-government organizations, members of the Humber Watershed Task Force and the public. The plan provides an assessment of the present condition, potential of fish communities and habitat. Through analysis, it identifies an aquatic habitat classifjcation system for the watershed. The classification system allows watercourses to be grouped into categories of similar characteristics for which there are similar habitat requirements, fish community targets and management implications. At Meeting #10/97 of the Water Management Advisory Board, Resolution #D136/97 was adopted as follows: "THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY 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 THA T staff wo~k 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. " One of the challenges in achieving the management objectives of the Fisheries Management Plan is the presence of more than 100 instream barriers. Eleven of these are considered to be critical since they prevent migratory species from accessing upstream areas where conditions are suitable for successful spawning. The most critical barrier for mitigation is located north of Eglinton Avenue on the Lower Humber River and is the furthest distance upstream fish from Lake Ontario can move. A Terms of Reference for the hiring of a consultant to develop a design to allow fish passage around the Eglinton Avenue barrier is currently being prepared. Staff of the Authority, Ministry of Natural Resources, Action to Restore a Clean Humber and City Parks are working together to finalize the Terms of Reference. It is expected that a final design to allow fish passage past the weir will be completed by January, 1999. Also presently underway is the development of a final design to mitigate the effects of the weir at Fundale Park on the East Humber River. Staff of the Authority is currently preparing a design which will be completed by January, 1999. A design has been completed to mitigate the effects of the Old Mill weir and it is anticipated that implementation will occur by December. The design chosen is to notch a section of the weir which will concentrate flows; thereby, providing an attraction for fish, a lower height to jump, and will still prevent sea lamprey from passing. ~~\'77/"~ October 20, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #4/98 G80 Similar designs will also be developed for six additional weirs between St. Phillips Drive and Sloor Street. These barriers are comparable in design and size to the Old Mill weir and, therefore, similar modifications can be made to achieve fish passage. A public meeting was held on September 28, 1998 to discuss the details of improving access to the river for fish from Lake Ontario. Those in attendance approved increasing fish. access to the watershed. RA TIONALE In order to achieve the goals of the Fisheries Management Plan, access to spawning grounds upstream must be improved particularly for migratory species like trout and salmon. DET AILS OF WORK TO BE DONE . Complete terms of reference for the Eglinton Avenue barrier and hire consultant; . Implement notching of Old Mill weir; . Complete designs for Fundale Park and six weirs in the Lower Humber River; . Obtain necessary approvals from the Federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans to implement designs of all weirs; . Fundraising for implementation. FUTURE BENEFITS/PROBLEMS Mitigation of the effects of instream barriers to allow fish passage will allow access to the many kilometres of the Humber River upstream that are currently unused by migratory fish species and where reproduction will be successful. This will also improve recreational angling opportunities in the watershed. FINANCIAL DETAILS The costs of implementing the Old Mill design is approximately $5000 while the development of designs for the Eglinton Avenue, Fundale Park and Lower Humber barriers is approximately $30,000. Funding has been approved through the Metro RAP, Great Lakes 2000 Cleanup Fund and the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources Community Fisheries Involvement Program. ~m\'~/q~ G81 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #4/98 October 20, 1998 RES. #G55/98 - FALL EVENTS IN THE HUMBER WATERSHED A schedule of fall events within the Humber Watershed. Moved by: Luciano Martin Seconded by: Bill Wilson THA T the following schedule of events be received for information . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED COMMENTS A. Hazlett advised that the Clean up Event at Todd Brook Creek scheduled for Saturday, October 24, 1998 will commence at 9:00 a.m. L. Griffin invited members to submit details of any upcoming events to L. Lappano who will be pleased to distribute the information. Members are requested to provide details of events with as much advance notice as possible. BACKGROUND Each year, individuals, groups and agencies are encouraged to host and/or participate in events to celebrate watersheds. Many events occur in the Humber watershed. Several that have come to our attention are listed below. Enjoy! October 17 from 11 :30 am-3 pm "Paddle Claireville". Bring your own life jackets and paddles. Boats will be provided. Access Claireville through Indian Line Campground. Contact lain Craig, (905)893-1323 or Gary Wilkins, (416)661-6600, extension 211 . October 17 from 1-4 p.m. Wetland maintenance at Smythe Park. Contact Amy Maurer, (416)661-6600, extension 364. October 18 from 10 am - 4 pm Humber Community Nature Celebration at the Humber Arboretum. Enjoy nature walks, fall crafts, music and ethnic food, plant trees and take a wagon ride back to the nature centre. Contact Chandra Sharma, (416)661- 6600, extension 237. October 20 Planting Event at Fundale Park in the Village of Woodbridge. Contact Joanne Mauti, (905)851-2808. October 23 from 10 am -2 pm Community Awareness Day and Planting at Lindylou Park at the corner of Finch Avenue and Weston Road. Contact Chandra Sharma, (416)661-6600, extension 237. October 23 Planting Event at Palgrave Community Action Site. Co'ntact Peter Ellis, (905)880-0598. ..".. " Q{'18 . October 20. 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #4/98 G82 October 24 at 10:00 a.m. Cleanup Event. Meet at Todd Brook Creek in the vicinity of Albion Road and Islington Avenue. Contact Alyson Hazlett (416)745-8930. October 24 from 1-4 p.m. Cleanup Event at Jane Street and Queens Drive. Contact Amy Maurer, (416)661-6600, extension 364. October 24 at 11 a.m. Caledon East Wetland Official Opening. Contact Beth Williston, (416)661-6600, extension 334. October 28 from 9 am - 3 pm Watershed Education and Tree Planting Day at Claireville Conservation Area. Interactive activities for school children, tree identification, dam tour and solar energy display. Contact Chandra Sharma, (416)661-6600, extension 237. October 31 from 10 am - 1 pm Planting at Alex Marchetti Park (Sun Row) at the corner of Jslington Avenue and Dixon Road. Contact Chandra Sharma, (416)661-6600, extension 237. November 1 from 10 am - 4 pm Brown trout spawning survey at Dick's Dam Park in Bolton. Please bring waders, clipboards, polaroid glasses and warm clothing. Maps will be provided. Contact Jon Clayton, (416)661-6600, extension 353. November 2 from 9 am - 1 pm Watershed, Education and Tree Planting Day at Alex Marchetti Park (Sun Row). Contact Chandra Sharma, (416)661-6600, extension 237. November 8 Spawning surveys and habitat work on the East Humber. Contact Doug Forder, (905)713-7399 or visit www.ontariostreams.on.ca November 9 from 9 am - 2 pm Watershed Education Workshop with ESL Classes at Black Creek Pioneer Village. Contact Chandra Sharma (416)661-6600, extension 237. November 21 from 1- 4 p.m. Tree planting at Smythe Park in the Jane/Eglinton area. COlltact Amy Maurer, (416)661-6600, extension 364. - - \...:)M\ ~/q~ G83 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #4/98 October 20, 1998 RES. #G56/98 - SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS FOR 1999 A schedule of meeting dates is proposed for the Humber Watershed Alliance. Moved by: Deborah Schulte Seconded by: John Crawford THAT the meeting dates for the Humber Watershed Alliance scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on the following dates be approved as follows: # 1 /99 Tuesday, January 19, 1999 #2/99 Tuesday, April 20, 1999 #3/99 Tuesday, July 20, 1999 #4/99 Tuesday, October 19, 1999 AND FURTHER THAT the meetings be held at the Black Creek Pioneer Village Visitors Centre, unless otherwise noted. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . " CARRIED COMMENTS L. Griffin requested that members contact Gary Wilkins if they wish to host a Humber Watershed Alliance meeting. RA TIONALE A schedule of meetings is proposed to assist the Alliance. A random sample of municipalities were contacted to avoid choosing meeting dates that may conflict with municipal council meetings within the Humber River Watershed. Tuesday evenings are proposed. Meetings will be held quarterly. TRCA can provide meeting space to the Alliance on a regular basis at the Black Creek Pioneer Village Visitors Centre. This location is central to the watershed and easily accessible. However, the Alliance is encouraged to have meetings at various locations throughout the watershed. - ~'~/'B October 20, 1998 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #4/98 G84 RES. #G57/98 - SUBWATERSHED COMMITTEE REPORTS The minutes of the meetings for the following subwatershed committees are provided for information. Moved by: Luciano Martin Seconded by: Bill Wilson THAT the following minutes be received: Meeting #6/98 and #7/98 of the East Humber Subwatershed Committee; Meeting #6/98 and #7/98 of the Lower Humber/Black Creek Subwatersheds Committee; Meeting #6/98 of the Main Humber Subwatershed Committee Meeting #3/98, #4/98 and #5/98 of the West Humber Subwatershed Committee CARRIED VERBAL REPORTS OF SUBWATERSHED COMMITTEES Verbal reports by the Chairs of the Subwatershed Committees were not given due to lack of time. However, David Green, Chair of the East Humber Subwatershed Committee advised that the Regional Municipality of York has posted Humber River signage on all of their regional roads. A note of thanks will be forwarded to the Region of York on behalf of the Humber Watershed Alliance. It was a!;lreed that the verbal reports by the Chairs be put as the first item on the next Humber Watershed Alliance agenda. NEW BUSINESS CANADIAN HERITAGE RIVERS NOMINATION L. Griffin informed the members that a letter has been sent by the provincial Minister of Natural Resources to the Chair of the Canadian Heritage Rivers Board supporting the nomination of the Humber River as a Canadian Heritage River. A copy of the letter was presented and endorsed by Derwyn Shea, the local member of the provincial legislature, at a Simcoe re-enactment event held on September 26 organized by Madeleine McDowell. Carolyn King, Chief Councillor for the Mississaugas of the New Credit was also present. RES. #G58/98 Moved by: Madeleine McDowell Seconded by: Luciano Martin . THAT a letter be sent to the Honourable Sheila Copps, Minister of Canadian Heritage, on behalf of the Humber Watershed Alliance, requesting federal support for the Canadian Heritage Rivers nomination; v.:> M \ <i~/q CJ . G85 HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEETING #4/98 October 20, 1998 AND FURTHER THAT a copy of the letter from the provincial Minister of Natural Resources be enclosed with the letter to Ms. Copps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . " CARRIED HERITAGE TORONTO AWARD L. Griffin advised that "Legacy: A Strategy for a Healthy Humber" was nominated by the Humber Heritage Committee and has subsequently received an Award of Merit for Publications. TERMINATION . ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 9:50 p.m., October 20, 1998. Brian Dennev J. Craig Mather Director, Watershed Management Secretary- Treasurer IL.