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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND APRIL 6, 1990 '1/90
MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD
The Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board met at Black
Creek Pioneer Village Visitors Centre on Friday, April 6, 1990. The
Chai rman called the meeting to order at 10 .00 a.m.
PRESENT
Chairman Emil Kolb
Vice Chairman Frank Andrews
Members Margaret Britnell
William Granger
Howard Moscoe
Donna Patterson
Nancy Porteous-Koehle
Al Ruggero
Bev Salmon
Cha i rman of the Au thori ty John McGinnis
ABSERT .
Member Lorna Jackson
",INUTES
Res. U 110ved by: Howard Moscoe
Seconded by: Al Rugge ro
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #6/89 be approved.
CARRIED
DELEGATIONS
(a) Mr. Tony Carella of the North Woodbridge Community Association
regarding concerns of his Association regarding the Boyd Water
Play project.
Res. '2 Moved by: Margaret Britnell
Seconded by: Wi lliam Granger
THAT the presentation of the North Woodbridge Community Association
regarding the Boyd Water Play project be received.
CARRIED
(b) Dr. Jackie Jenkins of Wildcare presented a plan for the care of
injured wild animals for consideration by the Board.
Res. JI3 Moved by: Wi lliam Granger
Seconded by: Nancy ~orteous-Koehle
THAT the presentation from Wildcare be received.
CARRIED
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 11/90
HELD APRIL 6, 1990
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
Staff gave an audio-visual presentation on the Conservation Area Concept
Plans, the Greater Toronto Region Trail Syste., and the Boyd Water Play
Area.
l. CONSERVATIOR AREA CONCEPT PLARS
-Greater Toronto Region Trail System,
C1airevi11e, Boyd, Petticoat Creek and
Greenwood Conservation Areas.
KEY ISSUE
As the first stage in implemen ti ng the Strategy for the Public Use of
Authori ty Lands, a component of the overall Greenspace Strategy, concept
plans were developed for Claireville, Boyd, Petticoat Creek and Greenwood
Conservation Areas, and the Greater Toronto Region Trail System Proposal.
Res. 14 Moved by: Al Ruggero
Seconded by: Donna Patterson
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the Concept Plans for the Greater
Toronto Region Trail Syste. Proposal and Clairevi11e, Boyd, Petticoat Creek
and Greenwood Conservation Areas, dated April 14, 1989, Appendiz CR.3S, be
approved, with the following a.end.ents.
CARRIED
AMENDMENT TO TRAIL SYSTEM PROPOSAL
Res. ts Moved by: Howard Moscoe
Seconded by: Bev Salmon
THAT, upon completion and approval of the Trail Systea Plan, staff be
directed to aonitor the Official Plan policies of its constituent
municipalities and actively work to ensure that provision is made for the
trail syste.:
AND FURTHER THAT the Authority appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board on the
Official Plans of municipalities that fail to make provision for the trail
system.
CARRIED
AMENDMENT TO CLAIREVILLE CONCEPT PLAN
Res. t6 Moved by: Howard Moscoe
Seconded by: Willia. Granger
THAT, in paragraph 4 .A Recreation/Education Facility., page CR.44, in the
Claireville Concept Plan, the words 'private enterprise' be deleted, and the
wording thereafter be amended to read 'by the Conservation Authority or
other broad-based non-profit or community-based organizations.';
AND FURTHER THAT in paragraph 6 on the sa.e page, the ite.s .36 holes of
.iniature golf., -driving range- and .water ski show. be eliminated.
CARRIED
AMENDMENT TO BOYD CONCEPT PLAN
Res. t7 Moved by: Howard Moscoe
Seconded by: William Granger
THAT the Par 3 golf course and a.phitheatre be deleted from the Boyd Concept
Plan until such time as additional information is available:
AND FURTHER THAT a working fara concept be preferred over an equestrian
facili ty.
CARRIED
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LARD MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING II/90
HELD APRIL 6, 1990
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
2. BOYD CONSERVATION AREA
-Water Play Area, Preliminary Concept Plan
KEY ISSUE
The Preliminary Concept Plan for the Water Play Area, Boyd Conservation
Area, is designed to re-establish swimming in Boyd, be compatible with the
conservation objectives of the area and be acceptable to the public.
Res. f8 Moved by: William Granger
Seconded by: John McGinnis
THE BOARD RECOMMERDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the Preliainary Concept Plan,
Water Play Area, Boyd Conservation Area, dated November 10, 1989, as amended
in the plan dated April 6, 1990, Appendix CR.I, be approved.
AMENDMENT 11
Res. 19 Moved by: Howard Moscoe
Seconded by: Williaa Granger
THAT the adoption of the Concept Plan for the Boyd Water Play Area be
conditional upon the water play area being developed as a facility that will
be owned and operated by The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation
Authori ty.
AMENDMENT 11 WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
AMERDMENT t2
Res. 110 Moved by: Howard Moscoe
Seconded by: \H1liam Granger
THAT the adventure play area be limited in scope:
THAT, in the area adjacent to Islington Avenue and Rutherford Road, the
planning be done in co-operation with the local community organization;
THAT the original plan to plant trees in the parking lot be adhered to:
AND FURTHER THAT particular attention be paid to an adequate buffer strip
between the parking lot and Islington Avenue.
AMENDMENT 12 WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS ...............................CARRIE~
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CONSERVATION ARD RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 11/90
HELD APRIL 6, 1990
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
3. CONSERVATION AREA DEVELOPMENT PROJECT: 1991-l99S
-Five-Year Project for Conservation Area Development
KEY ISSUE
To adopt a five-year project for the development of outdoor recreation!
education facilities to implement the Strategy for Public Use of Authority
Lands as part of the overall Greenspace Strategy.
Res. t11 Moved by: Al Ruggero
Seconded by: Howard Moscoe
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY:
WHEREAS the Authority has adopted a Greenspace Strategy:
AND WHEREAS the Authority has also adopted a Strategy for the Public Use of
Conservation Authority Lands and an annual Conservation Area Development
Project:
AND WHEREAS a five-year project would enable the Authority and its key
partners to continue to provide public use of its lands on a more rational
and planned basis to serve Metropolitan Toronto, the Regional Municipalities
of Peel, York and Durha. and the Townships of Adjala and Mono:
AND WHEREAS the Authority approved concept plans for C1airevi1le, Boyd,
Petticoat Creek and Greenwood Conservation Areas, and the Greater Toronto
Region Trail Syste. Proposal:
THAT the five-year Project for Conservation Area Development: 1991-199S,
dated April 6, 1990, Appendix CR.7, be adopted;
AND FURTHER THAT the following action be taken:
(a) the Ministry of Natural Resources, the Municipality of Metropolitan
Toronto, the Regional Municipalities of Peel, York and Durham, and the
Townships of Adjala and Mono be requested to approve the Project for
Conservation Area Develop.ent: 1991-199S;
(b) the Minister of Natural Resources be requested to provide a grant of 50%
of the cost of the provincial/municipal component ($I,2S0,OOO) of the
Project for Conservation Area Developaent: 1991-1995:
(c) that all .ember municipalities be designated as benefiting on the basis
of the funding for.ula established for recreation projects, and p~ovide
a levy based on 50\ of the cost of the provincial/municipal comr~nent
($1,2S0,OOO) of the Project for Conservation Area Development:
1991-199S:
(d) that, in accordance with the procedures for recreation project funding,
prior to i.p1ementation, the Authority submit plans and feasibility
studies to its .e.ber municipalities and the Ministry of Natural
Resources for approval:
(e) the Ontario Municipal Board be requested to approve the Project for
Conservation Area Development: 1991-1995 pursuant to Section 24 of the
Conservation Authorities Act:
(f) the Ministries of Touris. and Recreation, Culture and Communications,
Agriculture and Food and the Boards of Education be requested to
contribute to the funding on the basis set forth in the Project for the
Conservation Area Deve10p.ent: 1991- 1995:
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CONSERVATIOR ARD RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING t1/90
HELD APRIL 6, 1990
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
3. CONSERVATION AREA DEVELOPMENT PROJECT: 1991-1995
-Five-Year Project for Conservation Area Development contd.
(g) The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Foundation be requested
to provide continuing funding on the basis as set forth in the Project
for Conservation Area Development: 1991-1995, and further that the
Foundation be requested to consider a major fund raising project to
support the inter-regional trail development, associated land
acquisition and environ.ental enhancement as envisaged in the Greenspace
Strategy:
(h) the private sector be invited to submit proposals for the planning,
development and operation of appropriate facilities described in the
Project for Conservation Area Development: 1991-199S:
( i ) the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take
whatever action is required in connection with the Project for
Conservation Area Development: 1991-199S, including the execution of any
documents.
CARRIED
4. THE FOSTER WOODS
This item was recommended by the Recognition Sub-Comaittee at Meeting 11/90,
held on March 23, 1990.
KEY ISSUE
To provide suitable recognition to the late William T. Foster for his 1 if e-
long contribution to conservation of renewable natural resources in Ontario
and especially his dedication and leadership provided to The Metropolitan
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority as Chairman from 1984 until his
death on May 20, 1989.
Res. 112 Moved by: Howard Moscoe
Seconded by: William Granger
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT a project for the Extension of
the Boyd Conservation Area, the acquisition of a 43-acre property on the
north-east corner of Islington Avenue and Major Mackenzie Drive, be
adopted:
THAT the plan for the deve10p.ent of a woodlot, dated March 23, 1990, be
approved:
THAT the woodlot be a memorial to the dedication and leadership of William
T. Foster, Chairman from February 2, 1984 until his death May 20, 1989, and
be na.ed .The Foster Woods.:
THAT the Town of Vaughan be requested to convey title of the 43 acres, .ore
or less, of land to the Authority for the no.inal su. of $2.00, plus all
legal, survey and other costs:
THAT the Authority, the Town of Vaughan and the Kleinburg Area Ratepayers
Association share the development and operating costs of the project:
THAT funding be reallocated to the development of The Foster Woods:
THAT The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Foundation be
requested to raise funds for the develop.ent of the project in 1990:
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 11/90
HELD APRIL 6, 1990
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
4. THE FOSTER WOODS contd.
THAT the project be designated a site for trees and shrubs from the Tree
Donation Program:
THAT the Province of Ontario be requested to approve the Project:
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and
directed to take whatever action is required in connection with the Project,
including the execution of the necessary documents.
CARRIED
s. THE METROPOLITAN TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION FOUNDATION
-Recognition Support
KEY ISSUE
The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Foundation is developing a
recognition program for its donors and has requested the Authority to
contribute to the Recognition.
Res. 113 Moved by: Bev Salmon
Seconded by: Al Ruggero
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the Authority support The
Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Foundation Donor Recognition
Program through additions to Authority aailing lists for publications,
invitations to public events, passes to the public use facilities for large
donors, invitations to certain special events, provision of a site for a
group picnic and the planting of shrubs or trees to honour a donor.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Foundation is launching a
major campaign to encourage annual donations by both individuals and private
sector groups. Categories of supporters are being considered, from Friends
of Greenspace at $35.00, through Greenspace Supporters, Greenspace
Companions, Greenspace Pioneers, Club Greenspace, The Greenspace Guild,
White Pine Society, Order of the Blue Heron ($10,000 - $20,000) to
individual or corporate sponsors with donations of $20,000, or more.
The Foundation is considering a proposal for its support recognition
consisting of providing wallet cards, stickers, posters suitable for
framing, annual reports, certificates, lapel pins, framed posters with
recognition plates, framed photos of the project, ties and scarves.
It is recognized that appropriate recognition is the key to sustaining a
major annual giving program. Staff believes that the "in kind" support
requested is appropriate and should be supported as the Authority is the
ultimate beneficiary of the efforts of the Foundation. The program provides
the Authority an excellent opportunity to inform, through literature and
visitation to its fac i li ties, a very interested segment of the community.
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CONSERVATIOR AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 11/90
HELD APRIL 6, 1990
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
6. COLD CREEK CONSERVATION AREA
-Shooting Range
Correspondence from D.J. Caple, da ted March 5, 1990
Mr. Gordon Fogg of Neighbours of Cold Creek was heard at this time.
KEY ISSUE
Response to concerns raised by Mr. D.J. Caple, on behalf of the Cold Creek
Neighbours, on the presentation and procedural handling of the Cold Creek
Conservation Area Shooting Range Noise issue, at the Conservation and
Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting #6/89, February 16, 1990.
Res. 114 Moved by: Nancy Porteous-Koehle
Seconded by: Al Ruggero
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the staff report, Appendix CR.9S,
responding to concerns raised by the Cold Creek Neighbours on presentation
and procedural handling of the Cold Creek Range Noise issue at the
Conservation and Related Land Manage.ent Advisory Board Meeting t6/89,
February 16, 1990, be received for information when dealing with this issue
at Authority Meeting 13/90, May 4, 1990.
CARRIED
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CONSERVATIOR AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 11/90
HELD APRIL 6, 1990
SECTION II - ITEMS FOR EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE CONSIDERATION
7. CLAlREVILLE CONSERVATION AREA
-Wild Water Kingdom, Use of Reservoir
KEY ISSUE
A request has been received from Wild Water Kingdom to use the Claireville
Reservoir for boating.
Res. US Moved by: Frank Andrews
Seconded by: Al Ruggero
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE THAT staff be directed to
report on the water quality at the Claireville Reservoir and request Wild
Water Kingdom to submit precise and detailed plans of the use of the
reservoir before the request by Wild Water Kingdom to use Claireville
Reservoir for a variety of boating and windsurfing activities is approved.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
In the initial plan for Wild Water Kingdom, it was envisaged that the
Claireville Reservoir was an important feature of the park and could be
utilized for a variety of water oriented activities, other than swimming.
Wild Water Kingdom proposes to introduce the following new activities for
1990:
Paddle Boats
Peddle Boats
Bumper Boats
Canoes
Wind Surfers
The activities will be supervised by individuals with lifesaving training
and operate Monday to Sunday from lO:OO a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Each activity would operate in its own section as defined by buoys or
similar markers. A motorized rescue boat will be available at all times.
The activities in the reservoir will conform to all aquatic and boating
safety standards set forth within Ontario guidelines and provincial
legislation.
The use of the Re se rvoi r is permitted through the Licence Agreement be~ween
Wild Water Kingdom and the Authority.
The windsurfing will be dependent on water testing and meeting Ministry of
Health guidelines.
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING '1/90
HELD APRIL 6, 1990
SECTION II - ITEMS FOR EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE CONSIDERATION
8. WILDCARE
KEY ISSUE
Wildcare has requested the Authority to consider providing a base of
operations for a Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre to provide the following
services:
a 24-hour phone service (Hot Line)
rescue, housing, nursery and veterinary care for wildlife in distress
responsible release of these animals whenever possible
educational programs for the public.
Res. '16 Moved by: Howard Moscoe
Seconded by: William Granger
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE THAT staff be directed to
give consideration to the proposal put forward by Wildcare, Appendix CR.64,
when developing the concept plan for the Kortright Centre for Conservation.
CARRIED
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING tl/90
HELD APRIL 6, 1990
SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR INFORMATION OF THE BOARD
9. NOTICE OF MOTION
-Cold Creek Conservation Area Shooting Range
NOTICE OF MOTION was withdrawn by Margaret Britnell.
NEXT MEETING OF THE CONSERVATIOR AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD
IT WAS AGREED THAT the next meeting of this Board will be held on
Thursday, June 7, 1990, at 9:00 a.m., instead of Friday, June 8th;
AND FURTHER THAT the General Manager will arrange a tour for members of
the Advisory Board within the next few months.
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at l:45 p.m., Apci 1 6, 1990.
Emil Kolb W.A. McLean
Chairman Secretary-Treasurer
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND 7-JURE-1990 12/90
MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD
The Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board met at the Hi ld
Hater Kingdom Restaurant on Thursday, June 7 I 1990. The Chairman called the
meeting to order at 9.00 a.m.
PRESENT
Cha i r man Emil Kolb
Vice Chairman Frank Andrews
Members ,H lliam Granger
Donna Patterson
Nancy Porteous-Koehle
Al Ruggero
Chairman of the Au thori ty John McGinnis
until 10:00 a.m.
Vice Chairman of the Authority Gordon Patterson
ABSERT
Member s l1argaret Britnell
Lorna Jackson
Howard Moscoe
Bev Salmon
MINUTES
Res. 1117 Moved by: Al Ruggero
I Seconded by: ,Donna Patterson
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #1/90 be approved.
CARRIED
DELEGATION
Mr. Glen Schnarr, Woodlands Golf Course
Res. U8 Moved by: Frank Andrews
Seconded by: William Granger
THAT the presentation of the Woodlands Golf Course, involving the lease of
30 acres of Authority land in the Ebenezer Resource Management Tract, be
received:
AND FURTHER THAT staff review the proposal and report back to the
Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board.
CARRIED
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 12/90
HELD ON JUNE 7, 1990
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
1. BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE
-Fees
KEY ISSUE
Current revision of Black Creek Pioneer Village Education Program fees to
cover all direct program costs.
Res. t19 Moved by: Willia. Granger
Seconded by: Nancy Porteous-Koehle
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT, effective September 1, 1990, the
fees for two of the Black Creek Pioneer Village Education Programs be as
follows:
Participation Programs - $6.95 per person per program
Christmas progra. - $4.95 per person per program
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Black Creek Pioneer Village Education Program fees for the school year,
September 1990 through June 1991, were approved in September 1989.
Traditionally, staff benefits for these programs have been charged to the
division administration budget and financed by municipal levy. Because of a
reduction in municipal levy, staff benefits must now be included in program
costs. This will lead to a deficit of $20,000 based on the current approved
fee structure.
Participation Program - $5.95 per person per program
Christmas Program - $4.50 per person per program
Tour Program - $3.50 per person per program
RATIONALE
Adjustments have been made to accommodate the additional costs as they
relate to the Tour Program. There is no room to make similar adjustments in
the Participation and Christmas Programs. The only source of funding in the
direct costs of the Black Creek Pioneer Village Education Program is through
user fees. Therefore, the additional funds required can only be obtained by ,
amending the fees.
Users have been advised of this recommendation.
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CONSERVATION ARD RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 12/90
HELD ON JUNE 1, 1990
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
2. THE 18TH FRASER HIGHLANDERS-YORK -&- MTRCA
-Agreement
KEY ISSUE
Developing a mutually beneficial agreement with the 78th Fraser
Highlanders-York to use a por tion of the James Dalziel Home for a museum,
and to provide students to assist in the interpretive programs at Black
Creek pioneer Village.
Res. t20 Moved by: Nancy Porteous-Koehle
Seconded by: Al Ruggero
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the Authority enter into a
licence and programming agreement with the 78th Fraser Highlanders-York,
relating to provision of space for the 78th Fraser Highlanders-York in the
James Dalziel Home, for both a .useum and administrative purposes:
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and
directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto,
including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any
docu.ents.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The 78th Fraser Highlanders were formed in 1757 to assist England in her
North American efforts during the Seven Years' War. In 1964 the Rt. Hon.
Lord Lovat authorized the re-raising of the Regiment and was the first
Colonel-in-Chief.
In 1988 the Frasers became part of the living history interpretation program
at Black Creek Pioneer Village. Since then the Reg imen t has trained,
equipped and costumed six students who spend the summer working in Village
buildings and doing military drill. The students often represent the
Village at pu b li c functions and celebrations. They have become excellent
ambassadors in attracting new visitors to Black Creek Pioneer Village.
The 78th Frasers officers have used the Fort York Armoury for their
headquarters and they are now anxious to locate, with more space, in the
general area of Black Creek Pioneer Village. Since 1964 the 78th Frasers
have acquired a considerable number of regimental artifacts which members
would like to display to the pu b li c in a museum setting.
In 1988, the Authority acquired the property and home of Mrs. Jean Agnew.
The home is now known by the name of the builder, James Dalziel. Although
it was ren ted to an Authority staff person for a few months, it has been
vacan t for about a year.
The Frasers wish to take possession of the front part of the residence and
raise funds for its restoration and conversion in to a regimental museum,
officers mess ~nd office;
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 12/90
HELD ON JUNE 7, 1990
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
2. THE 78TH FRASER HIGHLANDERS-YORK -&- MTRCA
-Agreemen t contd
RATIONALE
Discussions have taken place with the officers of the 78th Fraser
Highlanders and a tentative agreement has been arranged on the following
basis:
(1 ) The arrangement is to commence about July 1, 1990.
(2 ) The arrangement may be terminated by either party at any time with the
giving of six months' prior notice.
(3 ) The Frasers will employ a minimum of four students, dressed as 78th
Fraser Highlanders for a minimum of se ven weeks each summer dur ing the
term of the agreemen t.
(4 ) The Frasers agree to raise funds for the restoration of the James
Dalziel Home.
(5 ) The Authority will allow the Regiment to practice drills in a theatre in
the Visitors Centre once each month.
FUTURE BENEFITS
The Authority would have the following benefits from entering in to an
agreement with the 78th Fraser Highlanders:
( 1) The Frasers would raise funds for the restoration of the James Dalziel
Home.
(2 ) The Frasers would occupy the building, and thus greatly reduce the
possi bi li ty of vandalism.
(3 ) The Frasers agree to employ students during the summer months who will
work and drill as part of the interpretive program at Black Creek
Pioneer Village.
(4 ) The Frasers will act as ambassadors to promote visits to Black Creek
Pioneer Vi llage .
(5) The Frasers anticipate developing a museum, which will eventually give a
new dimension to the experience of visitors to Black Creek Pioneer
Vi llage .
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
The Frasers are making a sizable donation to the Authority by agreeing to
train, costume and equip students each summer during the term of the
agreement. The Regiment will also raise funds for the restoration of the
James Dalziel Home from individuals and corporations which might not
ordinarily give funding to the Authority. The Frasers will co-ordinate fund
raising with the Foundation. Having the Frasers in the James Dalziel home
will reduce considerably the Authority's annual maintenance costs for this
building.
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 12/90
HELD ON JUNE 7, 1990
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
3. ARCHAEOLOGICAL MASTER PLAN FOR MTRCA
KEY ISSUE
Final report on the Archaeological Master Plan for MTRCA.
Res. t21 Moved by: William Granger
Seconded by: Donna Patterson
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff report, An Archaeological
Master Plan For The Metropolitan Toronto And Region Conservation Authority,
Appendix CR.116, be received:
THAT staff be directed to use data and information contained in this report
in planning Authority projects and when commenting on external projects
impacting on Authority land:
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to investigate alternatives for
implementing the required Archaeological Program and report on the costs and
sources of funding.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting 3/86, Resolution #54 was passed:
"THAT a program to establish an archaeological heritage inventory on
Authority lands, comprising the following three components, be adopted;
(1) The Archaeological Heritage Inventory would establish a format for
gathering and recording site data, compiling and confirming all
data concerning known sites, and developing a predictive model of
site locations;
(2) The Archaeological Field Survey would verify known sites and
define archaeological sites previously unknown on Authority Lands.
Lands to be surveyed have been priorized;
(3) The Interpretation component would analyse the material and
information collected through the survey phase, and develop a
comprehensive report. This report would ~escribe the data in a
format beneficial to both the Authority and the archaeological
community.
"AND FURTHER THAT the Hinister of Citizenship and Culture be requested to
provide a Community Facilities Improvement Grant of $160,300 to implement
this program."
DETAILS OF WORK COMPLETED
(1) Archaeological Heritage Inventory
All archaeological sites found on Authority property prior to the
current project are on file with the Heritage Branch of the Ministry of
Culture and Communications. This data base is a summary of archaeolo-
gical investigations conducted in the watershed over the past century.
Land now owned by the Authority was examined for archaeological
resources during the period of 1887 to 1987 and 29 archaeological sites
were recorded.
An Archaeological Site Predictive Model has been developed for use by
the Authority. Statistical analyses of a well-established data base and
mathematically derived variables were used to construct a model defining
areas of High, Medium and Low archaeological site potential.
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3. ARCHAEOLOGICAL ~STER PLAN FOR MTRCA contd
(2) Archaeological Field Survey
During the project, 415 hectares of MTRCA property were surveyed for
archaeological resources. Forty new archaeological sites were located.
Over the past 100 years archaeological investigations in the Metro
Toronto area have located 69 archaeological sites (29 previously located
and 40 newly discovered) on land now under MTRCA ownership. These
archaeological resources represent l2,000 years of human occupation in
the region and demonstrate prehistoric settlement patterns consistent
with other areas in southern Ontario but have regionally unique
characteristics.
(3) Interpretation
Reports summarizing the archaeological resources on Authority property
have been prepared and are on file with the Ministry of Culture and
Communication and the Royal Ontario Museum. This information is
available for the archaeological community.
As an integral component of the Greenspace Plan, the Archaeological
Heritage Strategy was defined to present a balanced and integrated
program of management and interpretation of archaeological resources on
Authority property.
As a result of the Archaeological Heritage Strategy the Authority has
established a relationship with York University to operate a joint
Archaeological Field School.
FUTURE BENEFITS
Implementing an Archaeological Program will:
meet the Authority's responsibilities with respect to the Environmental
Assessment Act and other pertinent legislation;
provide necessary archaeological information to staff for planning
Authority projects and when commenting on external projects;
externally generated projects may be a source of .funding for in-house
archaeological programs;
assist in the conservation of a resource which is regionally threatened;
provide additional variety and interest for the Kortright Centre for
Conservation;
satisfy a public expectation that the Authority is managing its lands
responsibly.
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 12/90
HELD ON JUNE 7, 1990
SECTION II - ITEMS FOR EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE CONSIDERATION
4. EBENEZER RESOURCE MARAGEMERT TRACT
-Equestrian Facility Preliminary Proposal
KEY ISSUE
To provide additional time for the Horse Park Corporation to update the
proposal and to arrange funding.
Res. t22 Moved by: Frank Andrews
Seconded by: William Granger
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE THAT Horse Park Corporation
be given a six-.onth extension from October 8, 1990, on terms mutually
satisfactory to the Authority and Horse Park Corporation, to update and
finalize a preli.inary plan proposal for the equestrian activities on the
Ebenezer Resource Management Tract and to arrange the necessary funding;
THAT the extension expire on the earliest of:
(a) Apr il 8, 1991:
(b) Toronto not being awarded the Olyapics:
(c) the Authority not approving tbe preliminary proposal of Horse Park
Corporation;
(d) a determination tbat Ebenezer Resource Manage.ent Tract not be
designated for Olympic Equestrian Activities:
THAT, to assist directing the various required studies, staff be directed to
convey to Horse Park Corporation its preliminary assessment of wbat
alternatives, level of facility development and overall image of the park
would be consistent with the objectives of the Authority for the development
of an equestrian facility on its land and on which basis Horse Park
Corporation may wish to sub.it further plans:
AND FURTHER THAT Horse Park Corporation be requested to seek the support of
the Province of Ontario for funding assistance to carry out the necessary
studies in respect of the staff review of the proposal.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Fo How ing the initial proposal to develop an equestrian faci lity on the
Ebenezer Resource Management Tract in September 1989, Horse Park Corporation
presented a preliminary proposal to the Conservation. and Re la ted Land
Management Advisory Board on February 16 and the Executive Committee
approved resolution #66 on March 9, 1990:
"THAT the preliminary proposal to develop an Equestrian Facility on the
Ebenezer Resource Management Tract, dated January 29, 1990 be rece i ved ;
"THAT staff be authorized and directed to review the proposal, in
consultation with the Authority solicitor;
"AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authorlty officials be authorized and
directed to obtain the necessary expertise to analyze the proposal and
report the results of the review and analysis to the Conservation and
Related Land Management Board. "
Horse Park Corporation was advised of the ac t lon of the Executive Committee
and requested to provide a preliminary feasibillty analysis of the project
prior to an overall review and analysis by Authority consultants.
The Corporation was again advised tha t the Authority would require a
commitment from Horse Park Corporation to provide the Authority funding
equivalent to a basic rent during the period prlor to the commencement of
the long term lease or as an alternative, an undertaking to provide
Authority expenses.
Horse Park Corporation refused to invest further; consequently, neither the
feasibility analysis nor the overall review of the project was done.
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 12/90
HELD ON JUNE 7, 1990
SECTION II - ITEMS FOR EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE CONSIDERATION
4. EBENEZER RESOURCE MANAGEMENT TRACT
-Equestrian FacIlity Preliminary Proposal contd.
Staff completed an internal technical review and concluded that the Horse
Park met the interregional needs for an equestrian facility, that technical
planning and information is required, such as a review of the proposal to
construct a flood control dam and reservoir, that a number of resource
management issues could be resolved and, if there is a net gain to the
environment in the valley, on the slopes and table lands, a horse park can
be developed on site.
Horse Park Corporation was advised that staff is not prepared to recommend
to the Board the commercial development unrelated to the Horse Park, e.g.
the two hotels and substantial portion of the 250,000 square feet of
commercial space in the Equestrian Village. Staff recognizes the necessity
for support services closely related to the Horse Park, e.g. restaurant,
fast food outlets, veterinary services, blacksmith shop, horse related gift
shop, saddlery and harness shop, etc. These support services would be part
of the Authority review of the proposal. In summary, the project proposes
development beyond that which was contemplated in the Strategy for the
Public Use of Authority Lands.
The original proposal assumed no grants; however, should the project receive
a substantial grant from the Olympics, various equestrian organizations and
the private sector, it may be viable without the hotels and unrelated
commercial space. Staff requested an alternate and revised proposal along
these lines.
Staff further advised Horse Park Corporation "that the Authority must have a
firm commitment from Horse Park Corporation to cover the Authority's costs
including the overall feasibility analysis, feasibility of dam construction,
development of a lease agreement, survey and other costs related to the
project, e.g. taxes, insurance, loss of revenue, administration ($ll5,000 -
$150,000 preliminary estimate first year). A firm funding commitment,
either by way of a letter of credit, monthly payments or up front payments
must be arranged in a form satisfactory to the Authority by the Horse Park
Corporation for these costs and the studies completed before a staff
recommendation to either accept or reject the proposal can be made. Until
this has been satisfactorily resolved, it would not be prudent for either of
us to expend any more time or money on the matter."
In a letter dated May 28, 1990, Horse Park Corporation has requested the
Authority: "To approve in principle the Horse Park as proposed in our
proposal of January 29th, subject to a substantial reduction in commercial
space and a feasibility analysis by the Authority's consultants" and a
twelve month extension of the Authority commitment to not negotiate with any
other party until the detailed plans and agreement have been presented.
While staff is not prepared to recommend approval in principle at this time,
it does recognize the need for some expression of interest from the
Authority and staff should consider a revision to the preliminary plan,
which reflects greatly reduced commercial components, location of all
facilities north of Highway #7, and reflecting alternatives, level of
facility development and an overall image consistent with that envisaged in
the Strategy for the Public Use of Authority Lands, provided the cuncerns
for funding and security, mentioned elsewhere in this report, are met.
Reducing, or eliminating, the commercial facilities, or the "financial
engine", requires that the development of the project be dependent largely
on an Olympic grant. The selection of the country to host the Olympic Games
will be announced on September 18, 1990. It is anticipated that the
individual sites will be .selected within a few weeks following the
announcement; therefore, a six month extension would likely be adequate.
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 12/90
HELD ON JUNE 7, 1990
SECTION II - ITEMS FOR EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE CONSIDERATION
4. EBENEZER RESOURCE MANAGEMENT TRACT
-Equestrian Facility Preliminary Proposal contd.
Staff believes it is important that the various studies be undertaken as
soon as possible in order that the Authority can give early consideration to
the proposal.
The extension of the time should be subject to Horse Park Corporation
providing a firm commitment to the Authority for the funding of the various
studies and other related expenses.
S. STUDY VISIT
-Linear Parks and Trails
KEY ISSUE .
To gather data and information on linear parks and trails prior to
commencement of detailed planning for the Greater Toronto Region Trail
System.
Res. t23 Moved by: William Granger
Seconded by: Al Ruggero
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE THAT a study visit of up to
14 days for two members and two staff to agencies with linear parks and
trails in England and Europe be approved and expenses paid.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The highest public interest, as indicated in the Public Participation
Program on the Strategy for Public Use of Authority Lands, was in walking,
cycling and riding trails. These activities are well suited to the lineal
nature of Authority land holdings, especially on the waterfront, the river
valleys and the Oak Ridges Moraine area. The Authority is proposing to
develop a concept plan for the Trail System in 1990 and 1991. This system
may be the most important and significant public use of Authority lands in
the next century. The plan requires a good deal of thought and investiga-
tion by both members and staff in the early planning stages.
Staff is of the opinion that the most interesting and relevant developments
are in England in nearby urban areas, and administered by Surrey, Yorkshire
and Humberside Countryside Commissions, and also in the forested and
countryside areas in Western Europe, especially Germany. Some of the data
required would relate to organization and operation, community and private
sector involvement, in both development and maintenance, easements, nodal
development, etc.
Staff is carrying out a Trail Standards Study in 1990 and proposes a
preliminary routing plan in 1991 and knowledge of the European experience
would be beneficial.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
It is estimated that the costs for four persons, for up to l4 days, would be
about $14,000 and funding is available from revenues in the Recreation
Development and Restoration Reserve Fund.
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 12/90
HELD ON JUNE 7, 1990
Res. 124 Moved by: Frank Andrews
-Seco~ded by: Donna Patterson
THAT the Board move into closed session to discuss various aspects of the
develop.ent of the Claireville Conservation Area.
CARRIED
The Board rose from closed session.
TERMINATION
ON 110TION, the meeting terminated at ll.lO a.m., June 7, 1990
Emil Kolb W.A. HcLean
Chairman Secretary-Treasurer
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND ~1-SEPTEHBER-1990 #3/90
MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD
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The' ~onservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board met at Black
,Creek' Pioneer Village visitors Centre on Friday, September 21, 1990. The
qhairman called the meeting to order at 1:45 p.m.
PRESENT
Vice Chairman Frank Andrews
Members William Granger
,1 Donna Patterson
Nancy Porteous-Koehle
Al Ruggero
Bev Salmon
Chairman of the Authority John McGinnis
ABSENT Chairman Emil Kolb
Members Margaret Britnell
Lorna Jackson
Howard Moscoe
MINUTES
Res. #25 Moved by: William Granger
Seconded by: Donna Patterson
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #2/90 be approved.
CARRIED
CORRESPONDENCE
Res. #26 Moved by: william Granger
Seconded by: Donna Patterson
THAT the communication dated September 11, 1990, from wild Water Kingdom,
requesting an adjustment in the amount of rent payable relating to off-
season activities, be received;
AND FURTHER THAT staff review the request and report back to the
Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board.
CARRIED
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #3/90
HELD SEPTEMBER 21. 1990
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
1- PESTICIDES
-Authoritv Use Of
KEY ISSUE
Request for a report on the use of pesticides on Authority lands and
Authority-managed lands, referred to the Conservation and Related Land
Management Advisory Board by Authority Meeting #6/90.
Res. #27 Moved by: John McGinnis
Seconded by: William Granger
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT a further report on Authority
Use of Pesticides not be proceeded with, since it is the opinion of the
Conservation and Related Land Hanagement Advisory Board that this matter
has been adequately dealt with.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #6/90 held on September 7, 1990, Resolution Nos. 194
and 195 were passed as follows:
"Res. #194
"THAT staff report further on the use of pesticides on Authority
lands and Authority-managed lands, including:
i) the characteristics of chemicals used, particularly in terms
of potential effects on water and soil, and on human, plant,
and animal "life;
H) pros and cons of use;
Hi) alternatives to use;
"AND THAT the report be circulated to Boards of Health within the
Authority's jurisdiction; the Minister of Health; Environmental
wildlife and Conservation organizations; and other interested
parties, upon submissi~n to the Authority.
"Amendment
"Res. #195
"THAT the foregoing resolution on the use of pesticides be referred
to the Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board
"THE AMENDMENT WAS............... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
"THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS.....................CARRIED"
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED.LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #3/90
HELD SEPTEMBER 21. 1990
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
2. WOODLANDS GOLF COURSE
-Reauest for Lease of Authoritv-owned lands
KEY ISSUE
Staff has been requested to review and comment on the Woodlands Golf Course
proposal that the Authority consider leasing 30 acres of land within the
Ehenezer Resource Management Tract to them for the purposes of building a
golf course.
Res. #28 Moved by: Bev Salmon
Seconded by: Donna Patterson
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the Woodlands Golf Course be
advised that the Authority is not prepared to consider the lease of 30
acres of land within the Ebenezer Resource Management Tract at this time.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Meeting #2/90 of the Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory
Board, the following resolution was adopted:
"Res. lIS
"THAT the presentation of the Woodlands Golf Course, involving the
lease of 30 acres of Authority land in the Ebenezer Resource
Management Tract, be received;
"AND FURTHER THAT staff review the proposal and report back to the
Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board."
In order to respond to this request, it is necessary to review the
background of the Ebenezer Resource Management Tract and why the Authority
purchased these lands. A brief history is therefore provided.
On September 2, 1959, The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority adopted the Plan for Flood Control and Water Conservation. This
plan detailed how the Authority would work towards ensuring that the loss
of life and the extensive property damage that occurred due to Hurricane
Hazel in October of 1954, would not be repeated.
The Flood Control and Water Conservation Plan identified four basic
mechanisms by which its objective of reducing the flood threat would be
met. These four categories still remain as the cornerstones of our
watershed management programs today. The four categories are:
1. Construction of remedial measures (dams, channels)
2. Acquisition of flood plain lands
3. Flood Warning
4. Regulation
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #3/90
HELD SEPTEMBER 21. 1990
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
2. WOODLANDS GOLF COqRSE
-Reauest for Lease of Authoritv-owned lands CONTD.
For the Humber River, the Plan for Flood Control identified the need for
the construction of six flood control dams and reservoirs and certain
channel improvements.
In particular, two dams and reservoirs were recommended for the West Branch
of the Humber River. The two dams were to be located at C1aireville and
the Ebenezer site which is immediately to the north. Together these two
structures would provide control to over 72 square miles or 89% of the West
Humber watershed.
The original design of the two dams on the West Humber assigned different
functions to them and therefore require different operating procedures.
The Ebenezer Dam was designed to operate in tandem with the C1airevi11e Dam
in order to reduce flood flows. It was also to provide flow augmentation
during the summer
In order to meet this latter role, the Ebenezer Dam would store water in
the springtime and then release it slowly over the summer. As a result,
the lands requested by the Woodlands Golf Course would be under water for
most of the spring and summer period.
- The C1airevil1e Dam was completed in 1964, and the majority of the lands
required for the Ebenezer dam and reservoir had been acquired by 1970. It
should be noted, however, that all of the valley lands needed for the
proposed reservoir have not been acquired to date. In fact the Ebenezer
Dam and Reservoir project boundary includes valley lands currently owned by
the Woodlands Golf Course.
The Plan for Flood Control and Water Conservation continued to direct the
Authority's flood control program until the new Watershed Plan was adopted
in 1980.
The Watershed Plan was the result of a major review of all of the
Authority's programs and today, when combined with the Authority's
Greenspace strategy, directs all of the Authority's activities.
In preparation for the development of the flood control program of the
Watershed Plan, the four basic components of the 1959 Flood Control Plan
were reviewed and as indicated were re-confirmed, i.e. _0 construction of
remedial works, flood warning, the acquisition of flood plain lands and the
administration of the Authority's regulations.
The review did note, however, that the dams and reservoirs proposed in the
1959 Plan were perhaps not as effe~tive as originally thought, and that
more site specific works would be required. The Watershed Plan, however,
did recognize the importance of protecting the lands purchased for the dams
and reservoirs. The Watershed Plan states:
"Lands previously purchased by the Authority as locations for dams and
reservoirs will be retained in the event that they may be required in
the future. These lands will be managed in a manner which will not
reduce their potential as reservoir sites."
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #3/90
HELD SEPTEMBER 21. 1990
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
2. WOODLANDS GOLF COURSE
-Reauest for Lease of Authoritv-owned lands CONTD.
Therefore, although the construction of the Ebenezer Dam and Reservoir is
not contemplated in the near future, the ability for the Authority to do so
must not be jeopardized.
Recent development proposals within the West Humber Watershed above the
Ebenezer and Clairevi11e Dams have raised new concerns with respect to the
impact of additional urbanization and the resultant increase in runoff, on
the operation of C1airevil1e Dam. The original design for C1airevi11e did
not anticipate this level of urbanization and therefore the dam's
effectiveness could be reduced without appropriate precautions being taken.
This additional flow, combined with a concern over an even further
degradation in water quality due to urban runoff, may in fact require that
the additional flood and water quality controls that could be achieved with
a dam and reservoir at the Ebenezer site, merit rethinking once again.
Finally, apart from the above, the Authority has entered into an agreement
with the Horse Park corporation that prevents the Authority from
negotiating with any other interests related to the Ebenezer lands. The
present agreement expires on April 8, 1991.
In conclusion, it is staff's opinion that the request by the Woodlands Golf
Course for the lease of 30 acres of land within the Ebenezer Resource
Management Tract should not be considered at this time, in view of the fact
that:
(1) These lands were acquired for flood control reservoir purposes
and it is the Authority's stated position that these lands be
retained in case they may be required in the future, and they
should be managed in a manner which will not reduce this
potential.
(2) The need for some additional water quantity and quality
controls due to possible upstream urbanization must now be
considered as a possibility at the Ebenezer site.
(3) The Authority is under an agreement with the Horse Park
corporation which requires that the Authority not consider
other proposals for the Ebenezer lands.
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #3/90
HELD SEPTEMBER 21. 1990
SECTION II - ITEMS FOR EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE CONSIDERATION
3. DURHAM BOARD OF EDUCATION
-Conservation Education Facilities Reauest
KEY ISSUE
To implement the objectives of the Greenspace strategy and concepts in the
strategy for the Public Use of Conservation Lands, by providing residential
outdoor recreation and conservation education facilities and services on
Authority lands to the Metro Region school boards and other groups.
Res. #29 Moved by: William Granger
Seconded by: Donna Patterson
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE THAT the request by the
Durham Board ot Education for residential facilities on Authority lands be
received;
AND FURTHER THAT statt be directed to:
. explore with the Durham Board ot Education, and other interested
boards or groups, their interest in providing and using residential
facilities on Authority lands;
. report to the Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory
Board regarding providing residential outdoor recreation/education
facilities to the Durham Board ot Education and other interested
parties, and the key elements ot any proposed agreement.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The Durham Board of Education has been making increasing use of the
residential Claremont Conservation Field Centre, and has established with
the Authority a short term agreement (five year) for the use of Claremont
Forest and Wildlife Conservation Area as a day use facility. The Board
envisages creating a residential centre prior to the end of the five year
period of the day use agreement, and developing a "permanent" day centre to
replace the existing portable bui1d~ng.
The Durham Board of Education has requested the Authority "to explore the
possibility of establishing a residential outdoor and environmental
education facility on Conservation Authority property".
The Authority Greenspace and Public Use strategies support this type of
development on Conservation Lands, and envisage the facility being made
more suitable and available to adults. The Five Year Conservation Area
Development Project supports the use of Conservation Lands for these uses,
subject to the benefiting groups providing capital, operating and
administrative costs. For example, upgrading and extending the residential
facility at Claremont would make the Claremont Conservation Field Centre
more cost effective.
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED-LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #3/90
HELD SEPTEMBER 21, 1990
SECTION III - ITEMS FOR REFERRAL TO ANOTHER BOARD
4. 1991 PROPOSED FEE SCHEDULE
KEY ISSUE
Establishment of the 1991 fee structure for the pUblic use of Authority
facilities and programs.
Res. #30 Moved by: William Granger
Seconded by: A1 Ruggero
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION ADVISORY BOARD THAT
the 1991 Fee Schedule for the use of Authority's facilities and programs,
Appendix CR.143 herewith, to become effective January 1, 1991, be approved.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
As part of the annual budget process the Authority Fee Schedule for use of
facilities and programs is reviewed, with fees being used to calculate
estimated revenues for operating programs. In recommending fees, staff
review charges made by other organizations for similar facilities. As
well, our visitor survey information indicating satisfaction of value for
the dollar and general program content are taken into account. For
specific programs, ie., educational tours, camping/skiing, the operating
and delivery costs have been reviewed to ensure that they are fully
recovered.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Traditionally Conservation Area admission has been based on a per car
parking fee. For 1991 it is proposed that Area admission be based on a per
person rate. Per person rates have applied for several years in the skiing
program and were implemented without significant problems in the entire
Albion Hills and Bruce's Mill winter operation in 1990. Basing
Conservation Area admission on a per person rate will provide a more
accurate attendance record and will generally be a fairer distribution of
admission cost,since statistics show the average vehicle occupancy is
approximately 3.6 people.
The most significant impact on 1991 Fees is GST. Based on information
obtained to date, GST will apply to Authority Fees and the schedule has
been prepared to reflect this amount within the gross fee charged to users.
In preparing 1991 budget estimates, revenue requirements to offset
operating costs have been calculated and is reflected in the base fee
column of the Fee Schedule. The impact of GST as an extra has been
considered in an effort to minimize the total year-over-year fee increase.
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #3/90
HELD SEPTEMBER 21. 1990
SECTION III - ITEMS FOR REFERRAL TO ANOTHER BOARD
5. 1991 PRELIMINARY ESTIMATES
Res. #31 Moved by: Al Ruqqero
Seconded by: . Donna Patterson
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS to the Finance and Administration Advisory Board that
the 1991 Preliminary Estimates, Appendix FA. 199, be referred to the
Executive Committee for approval.
CARRIED.
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #3/90
HELD SEPTEMBER 21~ 1990
SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD
6. GOLF COURSES
-Cateqories of Land Use
KEY ISSUE
Land Use designations for golf courses by municipalities within the
Authority.
Res. #32 Moved by: Nancy Porteous-Koehle
Seconded by: Bev Salmon
.THAT the Staff report, dated September 11, 1990, on Golf Course Use
Policies of the Municipalities represented on the Authority, be received.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #5/90, July 27, 1990 a report on three categories of
land use in the Clairevi11e Conservation Area was provided to members at
their request.
The Authority fur~her adopted Amendment 12, Res. #144:
"THAT the categories herein be adopted as the definitions on land use
for The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority:
Lands have been designated on the basis of capability for public use and
are classified: Natural, Passive or Active. The following is a brief
description of the categories.
ACTIVE A category of conservation lands that is designated for
intensive public use. It is characterized by constructed
facilities and hard surfaces, buildings, roads, parking lots,
etc. An example would include campgrounds, areas adjacent to
swimming facilities, and service facilities, such as
refreshment buildings, washrooms and parking lots.
PASSIVE A category of conservation lands designated for moderate
public use. It is characterized by cut grass, trees and
shrubs, with only limited numbers of paths, shelters and
washrooms. An example of passive areas would include picnic
areas, golf courses and crop lands.
NATURAL A category of conservation lands designated for very low
public use. These lands include the environmentally
significant areas, woodlots, steep slopes, reforested areas,
marshes, swamps and water areas. These areas are sensitive
and generally will not withstand even moderate use, unless
carefully protected from tra.pling, through the use of
footpaths, raised boardwalks, viewing platforms, etc."
Amendment 14 was also adopted as Resolution 1145:
"That staff investigate the golf course use policies of the
municipalities represented on the Authority and report back to the
Authority on whether the municipalities designate golf courses as
passive or active."
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #3/90
HELD SEPTEMBER 21. 1990
SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD
6. GOLF COURSES
-Cateaories of Land Use CONTD.
Staff have provided each of the Authority member municipalities, and local
municipalities within the watersheds, with a copy of the description of the
three categories of land use designated for public use and r~quested
whether or not municipalities designate golf courses 'passive' or ' active' .
The request was sent to the Planning Departments. To date twelve replies
have been received. None of the municipalities designate golf courses as
passive or active. They are a permitted use in a number of zoning
designations, as follows:
Zonina Desianation
Township of Mono - Niagara Escarpment Plan Area
city of Toronto - G and Gh (Parks)
City of Etobicoke - Private Open Space (P.O.S. ) and Public Open
Space (0. S.)
Town of Pickering - "Active" lands proposed draft.
City of North York - Valley Open Space (v.o.s.)
City of Brampton - Flood plain zoning category
Township of Adjala - Open Space (0)
Town of Caledon - Major Open Space
The city of York - Public Open Space, Private Open Space
Region of Peel - Urban Lands, Rural Lands, Parkway Belt, etc.
Town of Vaughan - Rural, OSl open space Conservation Zone,
OS2 open space Park Zone,
PBl parkway belt Open Space Zone,
PB2 parkway belt Complimentary Use Zone.
Town of Whitchurch-
Stouffvil1e - Recreational Commercial (R.C. )
7. PROGRAM PERFORMANCE REVIEW - 19"
KEY ISSUE
The review of the 1989 program performance in achieving the adopted goals
and objectives of the Authority is now complete.
Res. 133 Moved by: Bev Salmon
Seconded by: Donna Patterson
THAT the 1989 Program Performance Review, Appendix AM.16, be received for
information.
CARRIED
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #3/90
HELD SEPTEMBER 21, 1990
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 2:45 p.m., September 21, 1990.
Frank Andrews W.A. McLean
Acting Chairman Secretary-Treasurer
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CONSERVATION AND RI~LATED LAND 27-NOVEMBER-1990 #4/90
MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD
The Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board met at
Kortright Centre for Conservation Theatre on Tuesday, November 27, 1990.
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
PRESENT
Chairman Emil Kolb
Vice Chairman Frank Andrews
Members Margaret Britnell
William Granger
Lorna Jackson
Howard Moscoe
Donna Patterson
Al Ruggero
Bev Salmon
Chairman of the Authority John McGinnis
vice Chairman of the Authority Gordon Patterson
ABSENT Member Nancy Porteous-Koehle
On behalf of the members, John McGinnis, Chairman of the Authority,
welcomed Emil Kolb back after his bypass surgery.
MINUTES
Res. #34 Moved by: Margaret Britnell
Seconded by: Gordon Patterson
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #3/90 be approved.
CARRIED
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LhHD MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #4/90
HELD NOVEMBER 27. 1990
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
1. STUDY VISIT
-Linear Parks and Tr.llls
KEY ISSUE
Audio visual presentation on the study Visit to Linear Parks in Britain and
Germany from September 21 to October 5, 1990.
Res. #35 Moved by: Margaret Britnell
Seconded by: william Granger
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THR AUTHORITY THAT the presentation by staff
on the Study Visit to Linear Parks in Britain and Germany trom September 21 .
to October 5, 1990, be received;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be ltirected to devolop an implementation plan,
inclulUng public participation and involvement, for presentation to as
many groups as possible.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
In Britain the study was co-ordinated by the countryside Commission, whose
priorities are a beautiful countryside, an accessible countryside and more
public involvement in manaqing the countryside. The program involved
meeting with the staff in Cheltenham, meeting with members and staff of
Gloucester County Council ~egarding rights-of-way, attending a 1andowner/
trail user committee, Peak District National Park, Surrey Council's Lower
Mole Project, the Scottish Countryside Commission and Landmark Park
(Scottish Nature Centre).
In Germany the visit was co-ordinated by the K. V. R. (Kommunalverband
Ruhrgebiet), which is located in the Ruhr area and is an association of 53
independent municipalities, eleven cities and four districts, with 4, 4 3:~
square kilometres and 5.25 million people. The K.V.R.'s overall objective
is lito help shape the region for over 60 years, including protecting and
cultivating the landscape, planning and creating, making leisure more
attractive, disposing of and utilizing wa!1te, exploring and surveying the
environment, providing information about the region and advertising the
region".
The program included meeting with staff and officials of the K.V.R. for the
overview, touring the Lake Kenmade Recreation Centre, Revierpark, Gysenberg
parks, New Park Sites - Dulsbury, Essen and Herne, and the Xanten
Archaeological Theme Park.
More than 600 35mm slides were recorded and a large volume of literature
and resource materials have been collected. A detailed report has been
prepared and is available os reference. Appendix CR.165 provides a summary
of some of the observationfl on the Study Visit.
The visit was very worthwhile, with many uhort and iong term implementable
ideas that will be helpful to the Authority in the development and
operation of the Trail System of the Greater Toronto Area, Public
Recreation Facility planning, and a number of general observations.
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED L~D MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 14/90
HELD NOVEMBER 27. 1990
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
2. CORPORATE COMMUNICAT[ONS STRATEGY
KEY ISSUE
To develop a Corporate Communications strategy to support the Authority's
Greenspace Strategy.
Res. 136 Moved by: Gordon Patterson
Seconded by: William Granger
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the corporate Communications
strategy, dated October 26, 1990, Appendix AM.146, be received and
approved;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority staff be authorized and directed
to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto.
Amendment Moved by: Margaret Britnell
Res. 137 Seconded by: Lorna Jackson
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT THE FOREGOING RESOLUTION BE
AMENDED TO READ:
THAT the Communications Strategy, dated October 26, 1990, Appendix AM.146,
be reoeived and approved, subject to staff being directed to review the use
of the term "Public Communications strategy" in place of "Corporate
communications Strategy";
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority staff be authorized and directed
to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto.
THE AMENDMENT WAS........................................... CARR I ED
THE MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAO.................................CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The successful implementation of the Greenspace Strategy requires a review
and update of all support programs. The Corporate Communications Strat(!gy
provides a framework for communicating to our audiences the programs and
services reflected in the Authority Mission statement.
The St.rategy, which consolldates in a sinqle document the existing
Authority communications pl~ograms, policies and procedures, has had
extensive input and been endorsed by both program and management staff.
Appendix AM.146 is a summa~y of the Strategy. The detailed Corporate
Communications Strategy Gonls, Plans, Actions, and Results are available
from the Community Relations Section.
.
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CONSEUVATION AND RELATED LMm MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #4/90
HELD NOVEMBER 27. 1990
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
2. CORPORATE COMMUNICAT[ONS STRATEGY CONTD.
The Strategy is an integrated communication planning process incorporating
three major components:
. The Strategic Plan - visionary, long-range, a framework fo)O
communicationll planning;
. Operations/Implementation Plan - individual plans, strategies
and activitiell to achieve objectives within a certain time
frame; and
. Results Analyuis - a system of review to monitor how we arc
performing in relation to communications missions and goaln.
The Corporate Communications strategy, as with other Authority Strategil!s,
will require regular updating.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
The costs and financing to implement the Corporate Communications Stratngy
will be similar to those approved in the 1990 Budget and the 1991
Preliminary Estimates. Any significant increases in funding will be as a
result of new initiatives and be determined when the project is adopted.
3. KORTRIGHT CENTRE FOR CONSERVATION
-Wi1dcare - wildlife Rehabilitation Centre (Ontario)
KEY ISSUE
To establish a Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre on a temporary basis, for one
year, at the Kortright Centre for Conservation, through agreement with
Wi1dcare Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre (Ontario) .
Dr. Jackie Jenkins, President of Wildcare Rehabilitation Centre, appeared
before the Advisory Board in connection with this item.
Res. #3a Moved by: William Granger
Seconded by: Bev Salmon
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THB AUTHORITY THAT the proposal from Wildcare
wildlife Rehabilitation Centre (Ontario), dated November 27, 1990, Appendix
CR.171, to establish a temporary wildlife Rehabilitation Centre at the
Kortright Centre for Conservation, at a nominal rent of $1.00, for a periOd
of one year, be received and ,pproved;
AND FURTHER THAT appropriate Authority officials and staff be authorized
and directed to take whatever action is required in connection with the
establishment of the wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, including the
development and exeoution of appropriate documents.
CARRIEO
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LhND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #4~
HELD NOVEMBER 27. 1990
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERA'rION
3. KORTRIGHT CEN'l'RE FOR CONSERVATION
-Wi1dcare - wildlife Rehabilitation Centre (Ontario) CONTD.
BACKGROUND
At meeting #1/90 of the Conservation and Related Land Management Adviso.-y
Board, held on April 6, 19!1O, Dr. Jackie Jenkins, President of Wildcare
Rehabilitation Centre (Ontilrio) , made a detailed presentation for a
perman~nt Wildcare Centre ilt the Kortright Centre for Conservation.
The Executive Committee adopted the following resolution:
"THAT staff be directed to give con3ide~ation to the proposal put
forward by Wildcare, when developing the concept plan for the
Kortright Centre for Conservation".
staff have had a number of meetings with Dr. Jenkins and have concluded
that the proposed centre would be compatible with the objects of the
Authority and the programs at the Kortright Centre for Conservation.
Rather than establish a pe~manent facility at this time, both the Autho~ity
staff and Wildcare have concluded that it would be in the best interests of
both groups to establish the centre based on a one year agreement,
renewable, subject to appr()val of both pa~ties fo~ additional one year
periods for up to five yea~s. It is p~oposed that the portable classroom,
the original barn on the laneway east or the Centre, and up to five acres
of property be made available, along with an access right-of-way for staff
on the farm lane.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Wildcare wildlife Rehabilitation Centre (Ontario) is a registered chari1:y
and will be required to ra.lse considerablo runds through donations, to
develop, operate and maintain the site. It is proposed that the rent would
be for a nominal sum of $1.00 for the rirst year. Wildcare would pay
taxes, insurance, cost of all utilities and services and share the cost of
maintenance where applicable.
4. KORTRIGHT CENTRE FOR CONSERVATIOK
-Enerav Theme ProaraJn - 10kw Wind TurbiM
KEY ISSUE
To erect a 10kw wind turbine at the Kortrlght Centre as part of the Energy
Theme Program, in co-operation with Ontario Hydro and the Ministry of
Energy.
Res. #39 Moved by: Frank Andrews
Seconded by: Al Ruggero
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT tbe proposal from ontario Hydro,
to erect a 10kw wind turbine at the Kortrl9bt Centre for Conservation, as
part of the Public Energy Theme proqr.., be received.
CARRIED
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED L~ MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #4/90
HELD NOVEMBER 27. 1990
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
4. KORTRIGHT CENTRE FOR CONSERVATION
-Enerav Theme Proaraln - 10kw Wind TurbiM CONTD.
BACKGROUND
As part of the Energy Themn Program at tht! Kortright Centre for
Conservation, and in co-opnration with th!! Ministry of Energy and the
Authority, ontario Hydro hns provided a number of projects at Kortright
that have contributed to the Public Energy Program, as well as providinq on
going research data for Ontario Hydro. These include several photo vo11..aic
displays and small wind tUI'bines, both of which actually provide solar or
wind power for the operation of sma11-siz!! equipment on site. Ontario
Hydro has provided the funding for these projects along with the staff
resources to monitor and collect data. It is proposed that this 10kw w i.nd
turbir'le be located adjacent to the Energy Theme Trail, and that the hydro
generated be hooked up dirnctly into Kortright's power grid.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
ontario Hydro will provide the 10kw wind turbine and monitoring system, and
will be responsible for thn project management system design, installation,
supervision and data procelising. The Kortright Centre will be responsible
for the annual maintenance check and for all program costs.
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NEW BUSINESS
NORTH YORK HYDRO PROPERTY
-2065 Bayview Avenue. North York
Proposed Land Acauisition_
Res. # .tl. Moved by: Bev Salmon
Seconded by: William Granger
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THB AUTHORITY that staff be directed to investiqate
the possibility of purchasing a parcel of land for sale by North York Hydro
at 2065 Bayview Avenue, in the city of North York.
CARRIEU
.
TERMINATION
ON MO'('ION, the meeting terminated at 11:05 a.m., November 27, 1990.
Emil Ko1b -- W.A. McLean
Chairman Secretary-Treasurer
G
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the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority
minutes
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND 01-FEBRUARY-1991 #5/90
MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD
.
The Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board met at the
Black Creek pioneer Village Visitors Centre on Friday, February 1, 1991.
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
PRESENT
Chairman Emil Kolb
Vice Chairman Frank Andrews
Members Margaret Britnell
William Granger
Lorna Jackson
Howard Moscoe
Donna Patterson
Nancy Porteous-Koehle
Al Ruggero
Bev Salmon
Chairman of the Authority John McGinnis
Vice Chairman of the Authority Gordon Patterson
MINUTES
Res. #41 Moved by: Frank Andrews
Seconded by: Al Ruggero
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #4/90 be approved.
CARRIED
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #5/90
HELD FEBRUARY 1, 1991
.
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
1. BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE
-Youth/School Group Weekend Guided Tour
Fee Schedule Amendment
KEY ISSUE
Amending the Black Creek Pioneer Village Youth/School Group Weekend Guided
Tour rate to the same as the weekday rate.
Res. #42 Moved by: william Granger
Seconded by: Bev Salmon
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the 1991 Fee Schedule item
be amended as follows:
PST GST Base Gross
34.0 For a guided tour at the 8% 7% Fee 1991
Black Creek Pioneer Village,
as part of a youth or school
group, per person;
on weekends and holidays 0.00 0.28 4.02 4.30
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The 1991 fee schedule, as approved by Resolution #219, Authority meeting
#7/90, October 19, 1990, included Youth/School Group rates as follows:
PST GST Base Gross
8% 7% Fee 1991
34.0 For a guided tour at the
Black Creek pioneer Village,
as part of a youth or school
group, per person;
34.1 on weekends and holidays 0.00 0.34 4.81 5.15
34.2 on weekdays 0.00 0.28 4.02 4.30
This is the only group tour fee that has a different rate on weekends and
weekdays. While this rate difference has existed for some time, review of
the program indicates that there is no difference in the tour on weekends
from that offered during the week. It is, therefore, difficult to justify
the increased weekend rate. Delivery costs are no greater on weekends.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Analysis of 1990 attendance in the weekend youth group category shows 560
participated in this tour program. The proposed reduction of 85e in the
gross fee reduces the base fee by 7ge, and would reduce projected revenues
by $442. This would have no significant impact in the overall 1991 Black
Creek ~ioneer Village revenue and would provide a consistent approach to
tour rates between the age categories and our various facilities. It also
simplifies promotion and information provided by staff to visitor
enquiries.
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #5/90
HELD FEBRUARY 1. 1991
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
2. COLD CREEK FIELD CENTRE DAY PROGRAM
-Fee Schedule Amendment
KEY ISSUE
Amending the fee for students participating in the Cold Creek Field Centre
Day Program.
Res. #43 Moved by: Lorna Jackson
Seconded by: Donna Patterson
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the 1991 Fee Schedule item
be amended as follows:
PST GST Base Gross
43.0 At the Cold Creek Field Centre; 8\ 7% Fee 1991
43.1 for participation in a day
program for students,
per person 0.00 0.75 10.05 10.75
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The 1991 fee schedule as approved by Resolution #219, Authority meeting
#7 /90, October 19, 1990, included the Cold Creek Field Centre Day Program
rate as follows:
PST GST Base Gross
8% 7% Fee 1991
43.0 At the Cold Creek Field Centre;
43.1 for participation in a day
program for students,
per person 0.00 0.64 9.11 9.25
When the fee schedule was prepared last September, estimates for the number
of students from the Boards of Education had not been finalized. This
information is now available and, based on anticipated attendance, the
recommended fee increase is required to meet operating costs. The Boards
of Education are aware of the revised fee.
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #5/90
HELD FEBRUARY 1. 1991
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
. 3. BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE
-Co-operative Education Proqram
KEY ISSUE
Establishing a pilot co-operative education program at Black Creek Pioneer
village, between The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
and the York Region Board of Education, to allow senior high school
students to enrich their present program by working and studying on-site at
a living history museum.
Res. #44 Moved by: William Granger
Seconded by: Margaret Britnell
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff develop and implement, in
co-operation with York Region Board of Education, a pilot Canadiana co-
operative education program to be offered at Black Creek Pioneer Village
from September - December 1991;
AND FURTHER THAT staff evaluate this pilot project and make recommendations
with regard to possible continuation.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Staff was approached in 1990 by the Co-op Coordinator of the York Region
Board of Education, with a proposal to set up a Co-op program at Black
Creek Pioneer Village. After initial discussions, a meeting was held in
October with Doug Wright Co-op Co-ordinator, the Project Director, Co-
operative Education, the Head of History, Bayview Secondary School and
members of Black Creek staff. York Region Board of Education has been
operating "Out of the Classroom and into the Community Cooperative
Programs" for about ten years.
It is proposed that a pilot project be initiated at Black Creek Pioneer
Village in September 1991, with 12 - 15 students. During that semester
(September - December) the students would work each school day on-site at
Black Creek. A teache~ would be assigned to the group and conduct a two
hour class each morning from which the students would proceed to mutually
selected locations to work with Village staff. These locations could
include village buildings and trade shops, gardens, exhibit display area,
registration d~partment and the education department. While the students
would be supervised by Village staff at these locations, the assigned
teacher would be based at the Village and so would be on-site to direct the
students as well as to accurately assess their progress and to counsel
them, when needed. It is hoped that, should the project prove to be
successful, in future years the class number could increase to 20 students.
RATIONALE
Many of York Region Board of Education's high schools are situated within
The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's boundaries,
and this would give students an opportunity to learn about heritage
conservation. Also, Black Creek's Statement of Purpose includes the fact
that the Village is an "educational heritage institution" and such a
cooperative venture will provide an added educational dimension to the
operation.
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #5/90
HELD FEBRUARY 1, 1991
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
3. BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE
-Co-operative Education Proqram CONTD.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
The Board of Education would provide the full-time teacher, classroom
supplies and furnishings, and the cost of material for necessary costumes.
The Authority would provide suitable classroom space which is available in
the Village, the teaching skills of specific staff members, and the time
involved in making of costumes. All York Region Co-op students are covered
by Workers' Compensation and Third Party Liability Insurance. Students
would be working for high school credits and would not be paid.
BENEFITS
While contributing to our commitment to education, such a program would
also allow Village staff more time to work on production, give more
interpretation to visitors, and provide valuable assistance on certain
projects.
4. COLD CREEK CONSERVATION AREA
-1991 Operations
KEY ISSUE
Identification of the mode of operation, schedule of activities and sources
of funding for Cold Creek Conservation Area in 1991.
Res. #45 Moved by: Frank Andrews
Seconded by: Bev Salmon
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the staff report entitled "Cold
Creek Conservation Area - 1991 operations", Appendix CR.181, dated February
1, 1991, be received; . THAT Cold Creek Conservation Area be operated in 1991, providing activities
and events as outlined in the staff report, subject to approval of the 1991
Conservation Areas operations Budget.
AND FURTHER THAT the Township of King be informed that the Authority does
not wish to consider the leasing of Cold Creek Conservation Area to the
Township at this time.
CARRIED
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #5/90
HELD FEBRUARY 1- 1991
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
4. COLD CREEK CONSERVATION AREA
-1991 Operations
BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #7/90, held on October 19, 1990, the following
resolutions were carried:
Resolution # 197
"THAT the presentation by Peter Edwards of the Toronto Sportsmen's
Association urging retention of the shooting range activities at the
Cold Creek Conservation Area, be received and circulated with the
minutes of this meeting (Appendix AM. 144 herewith);"
"AND FURTHER THAT the Toronto Sportsmen's Association presentation,
dated October 19, 1990, be referred to the next meeting of the
Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board, for
consideration and recommendation."
Resolution # 199
"THAT the communication from C.H. Duncan, Clerk of the Township of
King, dated October 15, 1990, concerning the decision of the Council
of the Township of King not to grant the Authority an exemption under
the Noise Bylaw affecting the Cold Creek Conservation Area, be
received and referred to the Conservation and Related Land Management
Advisory Board, for study and report back to the Authority."
Appendix CR.181 deals with the presentation by the Toronto Sportsmen's
Association to the extent that limited range activities at Cold Creek are
proposed. Activities are restricted to those which, in the opinion of
staff, comply with King" Township By-Law Number 90-30. The report contains
an analysis of the communication received from Mr. Duncan as noted in
Resolution #199, and provides a rationale for the criteria used in
determining which activities would be in compliance with the by-law.
Staff's interpretation of the by-law has been reconfirmed by the
Authority's legal counsel.
Subsequent to Authority meeting #7/90, correspondence was received from the
Township of King related to a proposal that the Authority lease Cold Creek
to King, and that King operate Cold Creek as a passive recreation area.
Leasing of Cold Creek was suggested during discussion at Authority meeting
#7/90. The staff report looks at the feasibility and desirability of such
a proposal.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
The Conservation Area's Preliminary Budget Estimates, as approved by the
Authority, includes the closure of Cold Creek Conservation Area. Operation
of Cold Creek, as outlined in Appendix CR.181, would require an additional
$73,000 in levy. This levy can be found through expenditure reductions in
other Conservation Areas. Consequently, operation of Cold Creek for 1991,
as outlined in Appendix CR.181, would not entail any net change in
municipal levy from the figures provided in the Preliminary Estimates.
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #5/90
HELD FEBRUARY 1. 1991
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
5. THE CONSERVATION FOUNDATION OF GREATER TORONTO
-Fund Raisinq
KEY ISSUE
To increase the fund raising capacity of The Conservation Foundation of
Greater Toronto to $1.2 to $2 million per year.
Res. #46 Moved by: Bev Salmon
Seconded by: Nancy Porteous-Koehle
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the following staff progress
report, dated 1991.01.22, on fund raising by The Conservation Foundation of
Greater Toronto be received;
THAT the Authority continue to support The Conservation Foundation of
Greater Toronto to increase its fund raising capacity for the Greenspace
Plan in the order of $1.2 to $2 million per year;
THAT the Authority provide, in its 1991 budget estimates, up to $160,000 to
provide the support costs necessary to achieve the Foundation fund raising
objective, with the provision of further funding of up to $160,000 for
1992, being subject to review and performance in 1991 satisfactory to the
Authority;
THAT The Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto be again requested to
become self-sufficient in administrative and support costs as soon as
possible, but not later than 1993;
AND FURTHER THAT the support costs be funded from the Recreational
Development and Restoration Reserve.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
In 1989, the Authority approved the provision of $160,000 for 1990 to
support The Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto for the purpose of
raising its fund raising capacity. The Diagnostic study completed in 1989
had outlined a three year program of fund raising to meet increasing
Authority requests for support of its Greenspace program.
1990 was a year of organization and preparation for the 1991 and 1992
campaigns. Achievements can be summarized as follows:
. 1990 and 1991 fundraising - selected Charles Sauriol Conservation
Reserve Project to raise $540,000 for rehabilitation of the East Don
River.
. Recognition Policy revised.
. Developed position descriptions for steering Committee.
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #5/90
HELD FEBRUARY 1. 1991
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
5. THE CONSERVATION FOUNDATION OF GREATER TORONTO
-Fund Raisinq CONTD.
. Developed a "presentation package" for the Charles Sauriol project.
. Reviewed literature for effectiveness and developed a Mission
statement.
. Developed a direct mail campaign to some 75,000 prospects, identified
1261 contributors, $42,966 raised.
. Identified ways and means of capturing visitors names and addresses
for Foundation purposes.
. Developed basis for a new image, including name and logo change.
. Purchased special Foundation computer software and associated
hardware.
. Es~ab1ished a credit card gift system.
. Appointed one new director and identified a number of potential
directors, committee members and volunteers.
. Appointed a Charles Sauriol Conservation Reserve Steering Committee
- that has developed a campaign plan, campaign structure, key campaign
volunteers, developed a case for support, identified 341 potential
donors, grouping them into categories from $1,000 to $100,000,
recommended suitable candidates for Campaign Chair to Conservation
Foundation Executive Committee.
. Planned, developed and furnished 2 offices in Authority
Administrative Headquarters to accommodate up to five (5) staff and
volunteers.
. Appointed an Administrat~ve Assistant.
. Planned and developed the basis of a tree donation program through a
seconded staff from the Ministry of Natural Resources.
. Developed a 3,000 piece Xmas Tree donation program.
. Designed and developed a donation drop box for each of the Authority
public use facilities.
. One Authority staff liaison meeting with those in contact with the
pUblic.
,
.
.
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #5/90
HELD FEBRUARY 1, 1991
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
5. THE CONSERVATION FOUNDATION OF GREATER TORONTO
-Fund Raisinq CONTD.
Much of the effort in 1990 was devoted to developing a strong basic
structure for the 1991 Charles Sauriol Conservation Reserve $540,000
project. This project will be the test model for the major Flagship
campaign, to be launched in 1992. The Flagship Campaign is scheduled to
raise a minimum of $233,000 in 1992, $927,000 in 1993, and $3,500,000
between 1994 and 1997.
1990 was a year of internal change for the Foundation in organizing for
fundraising, resulting in the normal fund raising operations being delayed.
The Conservation Foundation has, however, provided the Authority $178,876
for various projects at Black Creek Pioneer Village, the Tree Donation
Program, Kortright Centre for Conservation, the B. Harper Bull Conservation
Fellowship Awards, and the Paul B. Flood Memorial Fund. In addition to the
foregoing, the Conservation Foundation has raised $42,300 for the Charles
Sauriol Conservation Reserve Project prior to the campaign launch scheduled
for March of 1991.
Authority staff is satisfied that substantial progress has been made to
improve the fund raising capacity of the Conservation Foundation in 1990.
This progress was made possible through the financial support of the
Authority, and we believe this should continue at the same level in 1991,
and up to $160,000 in 1992 if required. The Authority should remind the
Foundation of the Authority's request for the Conservation Foundation to
become self-sufficient in administrative and support costs by 1993 at the
latest.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Authority funding is available from the Recreational Development and
Restoration Reserve Fund.
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #5/90
HELD FEBRUARY 1, 1991
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
6. PROJECT FOR THE EXTENSION OF THE GLEN MAJOR
FOREST AND WILDLIFE AREA - FEBRUARY, 1991
-James Walker Prooertv
KEY ISSUE
The adoption of a project for the acquisition of the James Walker
properties, consisting of a 410 hectare (1,014 acre) holding situate in the
Oak Ridges Moraine and exhibiting significant conservation and greenspace
characteristics.
Res. #47 Moved by: Frank Andrews
Seconded by: Margaret Britnell
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the project tor the extension of
the Glen Major Forest and Wildlife Area - February, 1991, Appendix CR.199
herewith, be adopted;
AND FURTHER THAT the following action be taken in connection therewith:
(a) The Regional Municipalities ot Peel, York and Durham, the
Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and the Townships of Adjala and
Mono be designated as the benefiting municipalities on the basis as
set forth in the project;
(b) The Province of Ontario be requested to approve the project;
(c) Pursuant to Section 24 of the Conservation Authorities Act, approval
of the project by the Ontario Municipal Board be requested;
(d) The Authority request The Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto,
and other similar foundations and donors, for assistance with funding
relatinq to this proposed acquisition; and
(e) When the project is approved, the appropriate Authority officials be
authorized and directed to take whatever action is required in
connection with the project, includinq the execution of any
documentation.
AMENDMENT Moved by: Nancy Porteous-Koehle
Res. #48 Seconded by: William Granqer
THAT the Chairman of the Conservation and Related Land Manaqement Advisory
Board name a committee to explore alternatives to the proposed funding
arranqements;
AND FURTHER THAT the project for the extension of the Glen Major Forest and
wildlife Area be included on the aqenda tor the meetinq of the Oak Ridges
Moraine Workinq Group to be held on February 13, 1991.
THE AMENDMENT WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. CARRIED
THE MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS................................ CARRIED
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #5/90
HELD FEBRUARY 1. 1991
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY CONSIDERATION
6. PROJECT FOR THE EXTENSION OF THE GLEN MAJOR
FOREST AND WILDLIFE AREA - FEBRUARY, 1991
-James Walker Prooertv CONTD.
BACKGROUND
At the Executive Committee meeting held on January 4, 1991, staff were
directed to prepare a project for the extension of the Glen Major Forest
and wildlife area, to facilitate the potential acquisition of the
James Walker holdings.
The Authority currently owns approximately 586 hectares (1,447 acres) in
the Glen Major Forest and wildlife Area. The Authority also manages 72
hectares (177 acres) of land in this area owned by the Ontario Heritage
Foundation. The James Walker lands, consisting of his extensive forestry
holdings situate in the Oak Ridges Moraine in the Township of Uxbridge,
have become available. Certain of the lands are situate contiguous of
existing Authority managed properties. The Walker lands are recognized by
government and forestry experts as one of, if not the, premier managed
forest holdings in Southern Ontario.
The availability of the property was brought to the attention of the
Authority during August, 1990. Discussions have been held and a tentative
agreement is now at hand for the Authority to proceed with the purchase of
the James Walker properties consisting of approximately 410 hectares (1,014
acres), at an estimated total acquisition cost of 5.1 million dollars,
which could be paid over a three year period. The acquisition cost
includes a purchase price of $4,296,742 together with ancillary costs
anticipated to be incurred in connection with the purchase.
The Greenspace strategy for the Greater Toronto Region, prepared by the
Authority, identifies the Oak Ridges Moraine as one of the most important
natural resources in the region because it contains the headwaters of most ·
of the streams in the Greater Toronto Region.
RATIONALE
The acquisition of this land is consistent with the Authority's greenspace
objectives. It is most desirable as it will bring under Authority
ownership and management, a major reforested, headwaters, recharge and
discharge area in the Oak Ridges Moraine situate just north of a very large
block of existing Authority lands. The land is also situate immediately
north of ESA #111, identified by the Authority's 1982 Environmentally
Significant Area Study.
FUNDING
Total acquisition cost of this land is estimated at 5.1 million dollars,
which includes associated legal, survey, appraisal and fencing costs, as
well as G.S.T., interest and land transfer tax costs. It is proposed that
a significant portion of the funding come from land sale revenue, with
additional portions of the funding coming from the Authority's municipal
and provincial funding partners, as well as the private sector through
donations from The Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto and other
similar foundations and donors.
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CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING #S/90
HELD FEBRUARY 1. 1991
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11:05 a.m., February, 1991-
Emil Kolb W.A. McLean
Chairman Secretary-Treasurer
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