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HomeMy WebLinkAboutConservation Areas Advisory Board 1974 Tlh\e Me1br~lP>(t))nn tC<&111\ l' (\))1rOl1\to alTh.<dl ~egioJl\\ D-l C(t))m\selr'Wal1:n<n>~ Auatll\onoiity MnMtUTE~ Conservation Areas Advisory Board Wednesday-May-15-l974 #1/74 - The Conservation Areas Advisory Board met at the Albion Hills Chalet- Pavilion at the Albion Hills Conservation Area on Wednesday, May 15, 1974, commencing at 2:00 pom; PRESENT WERE -- Chairman JoPo Jongeneel Vice-Chairman W. James Members MoWoHo Biggar AoHo Cowling Miss To Davidson Mrso M. Lister GoJo Luste JoSo Scott Authority Chairman FoAo Wade Authority Vice-Chairman RoGo Henderson Secretary-Treasurer FoLo Lunn Director of Operations KoGo Higgs Admo - CLM Division PoBo Flood Supt. of Operations JoD. Agnew Landscape Technician Do Kirkpatrick ABSENT Member RoWo Adams MINUTES The Minutes of Meeting #2/73 were presentedo Reso #1 Moved by: JoSo Scott Seconded by: W. James RESOLVED THAT: The Minutes of Meeting #2/73,as presented, be adoptedo CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; STAFF PROGRESS REPORT The Staff Progress Report for the period January 1 to April 30, 1974 was presentedo Reso #2 Moved by: R.Go Henderson Seconded by: FoA. Wade RESOLVED THAT: The Staff Progress Report for the period January 1 to April 30,1974, be received and filedo CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; BLACK CREEK PARKING AREA Res. #3 Moved by: GoJo Luste Seconded by: Miss To Davidson RESOLVED THAT: The Staff be directed to study and prepare a report, for consideration by the Board, on the ways and means of improving the landscaping and appearance of the main parking lot at Black Creek Conservation Area. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; D-2 -2- PRELIMINARY BUDGET ESTIMATES - 1975 The 1975 Preliminary Development Budget Estimates were presented and discussed. Reso #4 Moved by: Miss To Davidson Seconded by: RoGo Henderson RESOLVED THAT: The 1975 Preliminary Development Budget Estimates be approved in principle; and further THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The 1975 Preliminary Development Budget Estimates, as appended as Schedule "A" of these Minutes, be included in the 1975 Preliminary Budget Estimates of the Authorityo CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; REPORT RE SWIMMING IN CONSERVATION AREAS A Staff communication, together with Report - SWIMMING AREAS - PRESENT AND FUTURE FACILITIES, was presented and discussed at some lengtho Reso #5 Moved by: RoGo Henderson Seconded by: Miss To Davidson RESOL VED THAT: The Staff communication and Repott on Swimming in Conservation Areas - Present and Future Facilities, be received and that the Report be appended as Schedule "B" of these Minutes; and THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The Recommendations contained in the Report - Swimming Areas - Present and Future Facilities, as amended and set forth herein, be adopted: ( a) The present policy of retaining an adequate inventory of medium- and low-use Conservation Areas as a part of the Conservation Area system be continued; (b) The present policy of upgrading existing Conservation Area beach facilities to maintain high quality and reduce operating costs be continued; (c) The proposal to develop an artificial swimming lake at the Petticoat Creek Waterfront Area in 1974 be proceeded with; (d) Provision be made in the future development of the Greenwood Area for a major swimming facility; (e) The feasibility of commencing recreational development, including a swimming area in the north Boyd Area, prior to reservoir con- struction, be investigated; (f) The Province of Ontario, the Regional Municipality of York and the Town of Richmond Hill be urged to lend their support to the development of a major Conservation Area project in the north- central section of the Region which, at the present time,is deficient in swimming facili ti.es; (g) Whenever the development of swimming facilities is being con- sidered,a special effort be made to secure direct or indirect access by public transit. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; REPORT OF SUB-COMMITTEE ON USE OF AUTHORITY LANDS BY COMMERCIAL INTERESTS A Report of the Sub-Committee on the Use of Authority Lands by Co~nercial Interests was presented and discussed in some detailo Reso Moved by: AoHo Cowling Seconded by: GoJ. Luste -3- D-3 RESOLVED THAT: The Report of the Sub-Committee on the Use of Authority Lands by Commercial Interests be referred back for further considerationo The Motion was - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - NOT CARRIED; Res. #6 Moved by: FoA. Wade Seconded by: J.S. Scott RESOLVED THAT: The Report of the Sub-Committee on the Use of Authority Lands by Commercial Interests be received and appended as Schedule "C" of these Minutes; and THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The Recommendations contained in the Report of the Sub-Committee on the Use of Authority Lands by Commercial Interests, as amended and set forth herein, be adopted: The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority continue rigid control of its properties and adopt the following policy for the development and operation of revenue producing facilities in Conservat- ion Areas: ( a) THAT any revenue producing facilities considered necessary and important in Conservation Areas as outlined in The Conservation Authorities Act be consistent with the objectives of the Authority and compatible with the plan of development of that Conservation Area; (b) THAT where the Authority, as a part of the necessary plan of development of a Conservation Area provides for the development and operation of revenue producing facilities, the Authority consider the development and operation of such facilities - (i) by the Authority (ii) by other levels of government (iii) by private enterprise through competitive proposals; (c) THAT the Authority consider the development and operation of revenue producing facilities in Conservation Areas by private enterprise where the Authority or other level of government is not willing to provide monies for the development of a needed facility, where the expertise to develop and operate the facility is better provided by private enterprise,and where the Authority can expect a reasonable revenue from the facility; (d) THAT in considering the development and operation of facilities by private enterprise in Conservation Areas,the Authority shall invite detailed competitive proposals and retain complete control of such facilities; and (e) THAT the plan of development of each Conservation Area be reviewed on a regular basis and, where additional revenue producing facilities are required to meet changing needs, the Authority consider revising the plan of development of the Area or Areas concernedo CARRIED; NEW BUSINESS DIRECTIONAL SIGNS Reso #7 Moved by: M.W.H. Biggar Seconded by: Wo James RESOLVED THAT: The Staff be directed to study and prepare a report for consideration at the next meeting,on the number and location of directional signs leading to Conservation Areas. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; PARKING FEES - 1975 Reso #8 Moved by: FoAo Wade Seconded by: AoHo Cowling D-4 -4- RESOLVED THAT: The Staff study and prepare a report, for early con- sideration of the Executive Committee, on the feasibility of increasing Parking Fees in Conservation Areas, to take effect in 19750 CARRIED; TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES Reso #9 Moved by: MoWoHo Biggar Seconded by: AoHo Cowling THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The Authority, as a matter of policy, encourage the provision of alternative means of transportation, in addition to private vehicles, for access to its Conservation Areas. CARRIED; ADJOURNMENT On Motion, the Meeting adjourned at 4:45 porno, May 150 J.Po Jongeneel FoLo Lunn Chairman Secretary-Treasurer SCHEDULE "A" D-5 To: Conservation Areas Advisory Board Re: 1975 preliminary Budget Estimates At meeting #1/73 the Five Year Development Plan and budget cover- ing the years 1974-1978 was presented and approved in principle. The following itemized budget is in keeping with this plan and the estimated five years projection of this Authority presented to the Provincial Government following the Special Executive Committee meeting held on Friday, April 26/74. The Development Budget of Conservation Areas is divided into seven major categories. These categories and the budgetted amounts for all Conservation Areas in 1975 are as follows: Tree & Wildlife Planting: All plantings including reforestation, landscape trees and shrub rows $20,300 Ground Development: Establishment of turf, fencing, water and sanitary services, hydro & telephone, woodlot management, trails and campsites 282,500 Road Construction: All road and parking lot & bridge construction 164,000 Building Construction: All recreation buildings, gatehouses, work- shops and superintendents' residences 125,000 River, Lake & Stream Improvement: Shore & stream improvements, beach & pond construction 17,000 Conservation Equipment: Picnic tables, signs, garbage containers and barbecues 15,000 General Development: Consultants' fees, interest, general labour and materials 151,200 Total 775,000 The development of the specific Conservation Areas, itemizing the major development, is as follows: Albion Hills Tree & wildlife plantings 1,200 Road & parking construction 20,000 River, Lake & Stream improvement 3,000 Ground Development, Conservation Equipment 21,000 and General Development Total 45,200 Boyd , Tree & Wildlife Plantings 300 Ground & General Development 19,700 Total 20,000 cont'd 2 D-6 Bruce's Mill Tree & Wildlife Plantings $ 3,000 Ground Development 10,000 Road Construction 72,000 Ground ,& General Development and Conservation Equipment 16,600 Total 101,600 Claremont Tree & Wildlife Plantings . 300 Ground & General Development 7,550 Total 7,850 Claireville Tree & Wildlife Plantings 2,200 Ground Development 200,000 General Development & Conservation Equipment ' 32,300 Total 234,500 Cold Creek Road Construction 6,000 River, Lake & Stream Improvement 3,000 Ground & General Development 6,550 Total 15,550 Glen Haffy Tree & Wildlife Plantings 1,450 River, Lake & Stream Improvement 4,000 Ground & General Development and Conservation Equipment 11,850 Total 17,300 Greenwood Tree & Wildlife Plantings 900 General Development 7,550 Total 8,450 Heart Lake Tree & Wildlife Plantings 880 Ground Development 10,000 Road Construction 46,000 General Development and Conservation 14,700 Equipment Total 71,580 Milne Tree & Wildlife Plantings 1,500 Ground Development 25,000 Road Construction 20,000 Building Construction 125,000 General Development and Conservation 21,300 Equipment Total 192,800 Black Creek Tree & Wildlife Plantings 2,500 Ground & General Development 53,270 Total 55,770 cont'd I D-7 3 Oak Ridges Ground Development $ 2,500 Total 2,500 Bolton Reservoir Tree & Wildlife Plantings 800 Total 800 Snelgrove Reservoir Tree & Wildlife Plantings 1,100 Total 1,100 IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT the Preliminary Budget Estimates, as presented, be received and approved in principle; and further THAT the Preliminary Budget Estimates for 1975 be included in the Budget Estimates of the Authority for 1975. P.B. Flood, Administrator, Conservation Land Management 9.5.74 Division. D-8 SCHEDULE "B" SWIMMING AREAS PRESENT AND FUTURE FACILITIES THE METROPOLITAN TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY PLANNING AND POLICY COMMITTEE MAY 1974 D-9 INDEX I. Introduction II. Existing Policy III. Inventory of Existing Facilities and Proposed Development IV. Analysis of Alternatives and Implications V. RecoItUllendations VI. Map D-10 I. INTRODUCTION . At meeting #12/73 of the Executive Committee, the need for additional swimming areas in Conservation Areas was discussed, and by resolution #296 the Executive Committee took the following Action: "RESOLVED THAT: The possibility of increasing swimming facilities in Conservation Areas in 1974 be referred to the staff for a report. Carried Unanimously. II The provision of swimming areas by the Conservation Authority is effected by the approved programs recommended by three Advisory Boards - Conservation Areas, Flood Control & Water Conservation, and Waterfront. The Board most directly con- cerned is the Conservation Areas Advisory Board, in that since the Authority's inception in 1957 this Board has been respon- sible for making recommendations concerning the establishment and management of swimming areas on Authority lands. The availability of lands and bodies of water, however, is affected by the programs of the Flood Control & Water Conser- vation and the Waterfront Advisory Boards. This report has been prepared jointly by the three Divisions which carry out the approved pOlicies recommended by the Advisory Boards concerned, and review the overall policy which ,has been developed by the Conservation Areas Advisory Board,' the provision of swimming areas, existing and proposed, under approved programs, the alternatives available in providing swimming areas and the implications of those alternatives, and finally, makes recommendations for the consideration of the Executive Committee. D-ll II. EXIS'rING POLICY The development of recreation facilities by The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority has been guided by the provisions of The Conservation Authorities Act and by policies and programs of the Province of Ontario and the Authority that have evolved over a considerable period of time. In considering any single outdoor recreation use such as facilities for swimming in conservation areas, it is important to examine it within the context of overall policies and programs. The Conservation Authorities Act provides that where an Authority has acquired land for conservation purposes, these lands may be used for recreation purposes. The Act makes provision for the adoption of regulations governing the use of Authority lands and for the charging of user fees. . The Act empowers Authorities to enter into agreements with others for the furtherance of the objects of an Authority. The Province of Ontario has established policies with respect to the provision of grants to Authorities for the construction of recreation facilities. The present policies do not provide grants for all types of outdoor recreation facilities and specifically historic restorations, certain ski facilities, and swimming pools are not eligible for grants. The province does not as a matter of policy make grants for the maintenance and operation of recreation areas and facilities. The province does, however, make grants for the mai~tenance and operation of flood control structures. The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority has developed policies and programs with respect to the use of its lands for outdoor recreation within the provisions of The Conser- vation Authorities Act and policies adopted by the Province of Ontario. The policies of the Authority may be summarized' as follows: 1. The following types of land and facilities have been made available for outdoor recreation: (a) source areas (b) marshes and wetlands (c) unique biological areas (d) scenic areas (e) lakes and rivers (f) water conservation reservoirs (g) flood plain and valley lands (h) marginal and submarginal agricultural lands (i) waterfront lands (j ) Niagara Escarpment lands (k) buffer lands 2. The nature and location of lands acquired by the Authority for conservation purposes has dictated the types of outdoor recreation facilities which have been provided and the density of use to which the lands should be subjected. 3. The Authority is not constituted to provide all of the outdoor recreation facilities that are required for a major metropolitan region, but these facilities are part of a system involving the local, regional, provincial and national levels of jurisdiction. D- 12 4. The Authority has entered into agreements with local, regional and provincial governments for the use of its lands for recreational purposes. 5. The types of recreation facilities that have been developed by the Authority are those that can best be developed using natural landscape features. In simple terms, the Metropolitan Parks Department expresses these as a "Policy of grass and trees". 6. The relationship between natural sites and the various forms of recreation has been a dominant feature of planning the use of Authority lands for recreation. The management of the natural resources of Authority lands for forestry, water, fish and wild- life, erosion control, and for agriculture forms an important part of planning of these lands, that are also managed for recreation purposes. 7. The Authority's natural resources management and environmental improvement policy makes available its lands and facilities for a wide range of conservation education activities. 8. The outdoor recreation interests of a large urban population are many and diverse and, accordingly, areas have been developed and facilities provided to cater to their diverse interests. 9. User fees have been established for the use of lands and facil- ities developed by the Authority to help defray maintenance and operation costs. Authority lands developed by other levels of government for recreation purposes are not subjected to the same user fees and in the majority of instances, these facilities are free with maintenance and operation costs being borne from the general tax levy. The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority within the framework of the above policies has developed a system of conservation areas where the natural resources of the areas are managed, a wide range of outdoor recreation facilities provided to cater to the diverse interests of a great many people, and the areas are maintained and operated at minimal cost to the taxpayers. The system consists of the following hierarchy of conservation areas: 1. Low-density Use Conservation Areas (e.g. Palgrave Forest & Wildlife Conservation Area; Glen Major Forest & Wildlife Conservation Area) These areas are characterized by their extensive nature and by the character of the areas whereby the management of the natural resources of the areas for forestry, fish and wildlife, and water are dominant. The management of these areas for recreation is characterized by the simplicity of facilities that are provided. Picnicking, hiking, nature study, cross- country skiing, fishing, horseback riding are examples of recreation activities enjoyed in these areas. Many of the activities can be enjoyed in relative solitude and fees are not charged for the use of these areas. 2. Medium-density Use Conservation,Areas (e.g. Glen Haffy Conservation Area; Cold Creek Conservation Area; Claremont Conservation Area; Humber Trails Conservation Area) The facilities for the use of these areas for recreation are considerably more sophisticated than the simple facilities pro- vided in forest and wildlife conservation areas. Resource management characterizes these areas, but does not dominate to the extent of the forest and wildlife conservation areas. Recreation facilities in these areas can cater to special interest groups such as fishing at Glen Haffy, sportsmen's activities at Cold ~ceek, while still providing for a wide range of outdoor recreati .I pursuits of interest to a wide cross-section of the general publico D-13 The medium-density use conservation areas do not provide a com- plete range of recreation facilities and highly-organized facil- ities such as swimming are not provided. The areas can be enjoyed by relatively large numbers of people, and while they do not provide the same opportunities for solitude as do the low- density conservation areas, they are enjoyed by those citizens who do want a considerable measure of privacy and to enjoy their outdoor experiences in, other than a crowded environment. Fees are charged for the use of these conservation areas. How- ever, the fees do not cover the costs of maintenance and operation. At many times of the year, the areas are available free,of charge as density of use does not justify the expense of collecting fees. Some of these areas are not operated during the winter months. 3. High-density Use Conservation Areas (e.g. Milne Conservation Area; Boyd Conservation Area; Albion Hills Conservation Area; Heart Lake Conservation Area; Bruce's Mill Conservation Area; Greenwood Conservation Area; Claireville Conservation Area; Petticoat Creek Waterfront Area) High-density use conservation areas are characterized by the dominance of the management of these lands for recreation use. Resources management is still an important element in these areas, but it does not characterize the areas to the same extent as the low- and medium-density use conservation areas. Adequate road systems, service buildings, washrooms, bathhouses, boat rental facilities, swimming areas, winter sports activities are all embraced in high-density use conservation areas. A wide range of recreation activities are available in high- density use areas and they cater to a wide range of outdoor recreation interests. Swimming, picnicking, boating, hiking, skiing, fishing, snowmobiling are but a few activities enjoyed in high-density use conservation areas. The policies of the Authority have been designed to provide a quality recreation experience in a natural environment. Consist- ent with this policy, areas are closed on occasions when maximum use is experienced. The provision of additional facilities and the development of more high-density use conservation areas has assisted to reduce the impact of over-use of some a~eas. ~e ' high-density use conservation areas are used on a year-round basis and user fees provide a major share of the cost of operat- ions and maintennnce. The Black Creek Pioneer Village is a special use of Authority lands and is not included within the context of the above classification system. The existence of the high-density areas makes it possible to retain the medium- and low-density areas, which are thought by many to be the most valuable part of the system. The decision to upgrade any low- or medium-density area is a serious matter and should be made in the context of the effect on the entire system. D-14 III. INVENTORY OF EXISTING FACILITIES AND PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is a major contributor to the provision of public beach bathing facil- ities in the Metropolitan Region. The 7,200 feet of beach oper- ated by the Authority is less than half of the 18,600 feet pro- vided by the Metro and City Parks Departments, but due to distribut- ion of facilities, access and warmer water temperatures than Lake Ontario beaches, Authority facilities are more regularly used. . There are eight Authority-operated swimming areas in the region: 1- Albion Hills: 800 feet of good sandy beach, permanent bath- house and food concession. 2. Boyd: 650 feet of rough beach, permanent bathhouse and food concession. 3. Bruce's Mill: 900 feet of good sandy beach, permanent bath- house and food concession. 4. Claireville: 900 feet of good sandy beach, permanent wash- room and pavilion temporarily used as bath- house, temporary food concession. 5. Greenwood: 880 feet of rough beach (includes 600 feet around temporary swimming pond maximum depth 2.5 feet) , temporary bathhouse and food concession. G. Heart Lake: 400 feet of good sandy beach, temporary bath- house and food concession. 1. Lower Rouge: 800 feet of sandy beach and a swimming pool. Recent acquisition of Graham Park includes a second pool for this area. Area now managed by Metropolitan Toronto Parks Department. 8. Milne: 800 feet of good sandy beach and a temporary food concession building and a temporary change building. 390 feet of additional good sandy beach under agreement with the Town of Markham. Permanent change rooms and washroom facilities. The use of conservation area beaches varies with weather conditions. The summer of 1973 was considered a 'good' season in that none of the nine summer week-ends was completely washed out by bad weather. The following chart of beach use illustrates the distribution of beach users among areas on Sundays during 1973: BEACH USE - SUNDAYS - 1973 July August Capacity Area 1 8 15 22 29 5 12 19 26 7,000 Albion Hills 6701 9703 4627 5063 3220 5791 4017 2071 2089 5,000 Boyd 6225 7881 6829 7046 4658 7033 5812 3312 2389 ---- -- 6,000 Bruce's Mill 5137 6069 7605 4470 2782 4266 3553 2181 1892 -- 8,000 Claireville 5788 9290 4659 5380 3119 5280 4148 2062 1806 2,000 Greenwood 1839 3594 1252 1085 1090 1133 842 688 736 6,000 Heart Lake 5646 6915 4599 4672 3166 5255 4367 2244 2281 - Lower Rouge (Closed all summer due to high water.) D-15 On Sunday, July 8, all areas were at or over their beach capacity. On all other Sundays, with the exception of the Boyd area, conser- vation area beaches were well used, but within their capacity.* This pattern of use is consistent with previous beach use studies carried out by the Authority. Other studies carried out by the Authority have indicated that there is a strong relationship between bathing area use and the time it takes to travel to the facility. It follows that the majority of beach users tend to come from a travel zone that is identified as being 20 to 30 minutes from each area. In giving consideration to relieving the use pressure on existing facilities, this principle should be kept in mind. A bath- ing beach at Glen Haffy or Claremont would do little to relieve pressure on the Boyd facilities. The Lake Ontario beaches form a major part of the beach system in the'region. As part of the Authority's Waterfront Development Plan, they must be considered a part of the beach supply. The following Lake Ontario beaches are a part of the region's inventory: l. Marie Curtis Park: 600 feet of good sand beach, permanent bathhouse and food concession (Metro Parks) 2. Amos Waites Park: 200 feet of beach - local facility only (Borough of Etobicoke) 3. Toronto Islands: 10,000 feet of good sandy beach, permanent washrooms, bathhouse (Woodbine Beach), and food concessions 4. Eastern Beaches: 8,000 feet of good sand beach, permanent washrooms, bathhouse (Woodbine Beach), and food concessions. No specific use figures are available for the Lake Ontario beaches; however Authority studies conducted in 1972 indicated the follow- ing: % of Users % of Users within Swimming & 30 Minutes Travel Park Sunbathing Time Marie Curtis 5.2 91.2 Eastern Beaches 16.0 (including Woodbine) The travel time principle applies to Lake Ontario beaches, but bath- ing is not nearly the dominant feature of these parks that it is in the major-use conservation areas. * Capacity is a staff judgment made for each area based on beach length, back-up area, and swimming area size and depth. Capacity at anyone time is normally two-thirds of the total beach visitors as shown on foregoing chart. D-16 PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT AND PROPOSED ADDITIONAL BATHING AREAS Present plans of the Authority make provision for the upgrading of existing bathing facilities, the restoration of bathing facilities which have deteriorated due to poor water quality, and the develop- ment of new facilities. These works will be carried out under the approved programs of the Conservation Areas, Waterfront, and Flood Control Advisory Boards. Conservation Areas The five-year plan for Conservation Area development makes provis- ion for the following bathing area improvements: 1974 Bruce's Mill: permanent bathhouse and food concession 1975 Milne: permanent bathhouse and food concession 1977 Claireville: permanent bathhouse and food concession This improvement program is in keeping with the policy established in the five-year development plan to upgrade and complete exist- ing facilities before embarking on major new development. Waterfront The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Waterfront Plan, 1972 - 1976, makes provision for the improvement and development of the follow- ing bathing facilities: 1. Marie Curtis ,Park: create additional 1500 feet of good sand (Etobicoke) beach, build bathhouse 2. Western Beaches: restore 3000 feet of sand beach, carry out (Toronto) bathhouse improvements 3. Ashbridge's Bay: create additional 1200 feet of beach, (Toronto) construct bathhouse and washrooms 4. Petticoat Creek: create 1500 feet of good sand beach in artificial lake 5. Duffin Creek: 1200 feet of good sand beach, limited back-up facilities In years subsequent to 1976 proposals have been made for additional bathing facilities at Mimico Creek, Bluffer's Park, East Point Park, Frenchman's Bay and Pickering Beach. No financial commitment for this development has been made. The Authority has agreed to prepare a plan of development for the proposed Aquatic Park in Toronto's Central sector, which could add substantially to Lake Ontario beach inventory. Flood Control Works being carried out under the Plan for Flood Control and Water Conservation have made bathing facilities available at the Claire- ville and Milne Conservation Areas. Projected works will provide further facilities at Greenwood, Boyd and Nashville. Of these, only Greenwood (Arthur Percy Reservoir) is scheduled for early completion. D-17 Summary A map indicating the location of all existing and proposed ,public beach bathing facilities in the Region has been prepared and is attached to this brief. A review of the map and the foregoing inventory of existing facilities indicates that: - The four Authority bathing areas serving the western part of the Region are well-distributed with respect to population and are well used. - Overloading occurs regularly on summer Sundays at Boyd when weather conditions are favourable. - Of the four Authority areas serving the eastern watersheds, two areas have severe limitations - Greenwood as a temporary facility, and Lower Rouge is very limited in size. - The proposed Petticoat Creek artificial lake is well located to serve the eastern area, being close to the main travel route Highway 401; thus cutting down travel time. - The majority of proposals for new facilities are in connection with the Authority's Waterfront Plan and Lake Ontario beaches. - Recognizing the relationship between travel time and beach use, there is no existing facility or current proposal that will adequately serve the north central part of the Region. The proposal for an additional facility at Boyd where relief is needed is dependent on scheduling of the reservoir construction. D-18 IV. ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVES AND IMPLICATIONS The Executive direction given for this study was to examine the possibility of increasing swi~~ing areas in 1974. The objectives of the study as carried out were: (a) to identify the areas where additional swimming facilities will serve the greatest need; (b) to evaluate the adequacy of existing programs and policies to meet expected needs; (6) to examine alternatives to existing programs and policies; (d) to make recommendations for a viable bathing facility program. The section of this report dealing with existing and proposed facilities identified four problem areas: 1. The swimming facility at the Boyd Conservation Area is regularly overcrowded on summer Sundays. The cause of the problem is two- fold. The area lies very close to a major population concentrat- ion. The travel time principle is a strong force, and the addition of superior facilities a few miles to the west at Claireville has done little to alleviate the use of Boyd. Secondly, the physical capability of the Boyd bathing facility is limited. The bathing area has been constructed on the East Branch of the Humber River by installing a seasonal dam directly on the stream and ponding an area of water (maximum depth five feet) behind it. The river bank is used as the beach. No expansion of this facility is possible. The Boyd reservoir, which lies to the north, is a proposed Flood Control structure, but due to present policies of giving priority to upstream reservoirs where a twinned system is proposed, no date for construction has been set. 2. The north central part of the Region (centred by Richmond Hill) is without a major public swimming beach. A small privately- operated beach on Lake Wilcox has been purchased by the Town of Richmond Hill and will be operated as a local beach in the summer of 1974. This will serve the local population, but will not meet the larger regional need. A major facility, as a project of the Authority, has been pro- posed for this area and includes Lakes Wilcox and St. George. It is unlikely any further action will be taken with respect to the Authority project until a consultant's study commissioned by the Town of Richmond Hill has been completed. The Authority project proposed the acquisition of substantial beach areas on Lake Wilcox and the preservation of Lake St. George as a natural area. 3. The four Authority areas serving the eastern part of the Region are distributed about the same as the west end in terms of travel time from major population concentrations, but two areas - Greenwood and Lower Rouge - have severe physical limitations. Greenwood is a temporary facility due to be replaced by the Arthur Percy reservoir in 1978. Development of the Lower Rouge facility was purposely limited because the usable area is small, and major alterations were proposed as a result of the Lawrence Avenue extension proposal. The area has now been incorporated in Metropolitan Toronto and is under the management of the Metropolitan Toronto Parks Department. The proposal to create an artificial lake at Petticoat Creek in 1974 will be a substantial addition to beach bathing opportunities in the eastern part of the Region. -~ --~~ D-19 4. It was noted that bathing on the Lake Ontario beaches does not form as major a part of park activity as it does in major use conservation areas. There are many reasons for this which bear some examination. (a) Large public beaches with facilities such as washrooms and snack bars are limited to east end Toronto and the Toronto Islands. (b) Access to the large beaches, as well as to the waterfront as a whole is quite poor, both in terms of suitable roads for automobile or public transit travel, and convenient parking, compared to the conservation areas. Most of the waterfront can presently only be reached through resident- ial neighbourhoods, and parking is limited. Conservation areas are usually accessible by major roads and large park- ing areas have been provided. (c) The Lake Ontario waterfront is associated with both real and imaginary major problems of poor water quality and low water temperature as compared to the areas. However, under The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Waterfront Plan, 1972 - 1976, the Authority is committed to substantially improving the Lake Ontario shoreline under its jurisdiction, which includes the Metro Toronto, Pickering and Ajax waterfronts for various activities including swimming. This plan recognizes the problems as seen by the public in using the waterfront for swimming. Poor Waterfront Access, both in terms of Suitable Roads and Convenient Parking One of the main objectives of the original Metropolitan Waterfront Plan was to make the waterfront readily accessible. The fact that space will still be quite limited along the waterfront for parking, plus the fact that providing large parking areas, even if there is space available, is both expensive and often visually intrusive, has led the Authority to place particular emphasis where practicable on suggesting to the appropriate agencies (i.e. the Toronto Transit Commission) major improvements in public transit routes 'to the waterfront as the new or revamped waterfront parks corne into oper- ation. Major improvements for boat, bicycle and foot access are also suggested in the 1972 - 1982 Plan, even though it is recognized that the two latter modes of transportation are likely to be heavily used only by people living in the immediate area of the Waterfront. Furthermore, the Authority has adopted a Scenic Access Route Policy for automobile access, which will be used to encourage the appropriate agencies to develop certain roads, which are already or potentially suitable for use as designated access routes to water- front areas, in ways specifically befitting their use as designated scenic access routes. The existing urban development along the waterfront has virtually precluded improvements in automobile access in terms of "time to reach the park" for most of the waterfront, but it is possible to look forward to some improvements in the attractiveness of the trip, which should make use of the waterfront for swimming and other purposes somewhat more interesting to many people. The proposals to encourage better public transit access, , as previously mentioned, should also have the same effect, if properly implemented. D-20 Real and Imaginary Problems of Poor Water Quality and Low Water Temperature The Metro Toronto and Region Waterfront is associated with both real and imaginary problems of poor water quality and low water temperature, as compared to the conservation areas. These assoc- iations can be considered as important in discouraging use of the waterfront and encouraging over-use of the conservation areaso It is stated in the 1972 - 1976 Waterfront Plan, and reiterated in the draft proposed 1972 - 1982 Waterfront Plan, that: , "The Authority, as a matter of policy, will co-operate with all agencies concerned with improving the water quality of Lake Ontario in the area under the jurisdiction of the Authority." A program of Environmental Monitoring is already well under way. Preliminary investigation has already revealed that existing water quality is more than acceptable for swimming in most areas of the waterfront, which suggests that this problem is one more of image than reality. For example, all beaches in Metro Toronto, Picker- ing and Ajax have been approved for swimming by the appropriate medical authorities for the past two years. There have been problems with heavy silt loads and debris which, strictly speak- ing, are not water quality problems, but are often considered by the public to be so. The problem of water temperatures too low for most of the summer to permit enjoyable s~vimming for most people, is more of a real than an imaginary concern. Comfortable swimming is usually avail- able towards the end of the summer in the Metro Toronto area. The "artificial lake" at Petticoat Creek in Pickering is a prototype solution. An "artificial lake" is a large enclosed water body (generally an acre or more in size) with gently sloping concrete sides and bottom, and a maximum water depth of approximately six feet. Water for such a lake would be filtered, warmed and chlorin- ated to Ministry of Health standards for modified swimming pools. By building such a facility close to the waterfront, it is hoped that the feeling of swimming almost in the lake, but in relative comfort from the point of view of temperature, can be gained by the users. Since Petticoat Creek is within easy driving distance of a large number of residents of Metro Toronto, Pickering and Ajax, it is anticipated that at least some of the demands on the existing facilities at the conservation areas can be relieved by it. The success of the Petticoat Creek project could lead to further such facilities on Lake Ontarioo Despite the water temperatures, however, the Lake Ontario beaches are very important for sunbathing and children's "paddling" in shallow water. The first alternative to dealing with the problem areas that have been identified is to proceed on the basis of existing approved programs: - upgrade beach facilities at Milne and Claireville in accord- ance with the conservation areas five-year development plan; - develop the artificial lake at Petticoat Creek in 1974 as planned; thus upgrading facilities available for east end users; - leave the development of improved swimming facilities at Boyd and Greenwood until presently proposed flood control reservoirs are constructed according to flood control priorities (Boyd unscheduled; Greenwood, 1978); - do not extend capacity of existing conservation area swimming areas, and adhere to existing policy of retaining medium- and low-density use areas for recreational activities other than swimming; _ rely on Lake Ontario beaches a future possibility of artificial lakes along the shoreline to supply major new swimming opportun- ities close to population concentrations. . D-21 The implication of this approach is that the existing problem in the east end of the Region would be alleviated by the construction of facilities at Petticoat Creek, while overcrowding at Boyd would continue for the foreseeable future. The absence of facilities in the north central part of the Region would be neither helped nor hindered. Swimming opportunities along the Lake Ontario shoreline would gradually increase. A second alternative would be to alter flood control construction priorities to construct reservoirs with swimming potential, particularly the Boyd reservoir at an early date. To take advant- age of such alterations, conservation area priorities would have to be altered from upgrading existing facilities to creating new facilities at reservoir sites. If such alterations could be made needed, relief would be given to the Boyd swimming facility. From a flood control point of view, however, this matter has already been given thorough study, and present flood control priorities have been established to provide flood protection where it is most needed. 'Greater protection is afforded the Humber watershed by assigning upstream reservoirs highest priority. A third alternative would be to direct the majority of the conser- vation area development funding to the development of additional' swimming facilities in the Boyd reservoir area independently of reservoir construction, and vigorously pursuing the Lake wilcox - Lake St. George project. Assuming that the Petticoat Creek artificial lake will proceed whatever other alternatives are followed, this alternative would strike directly at the three most pressing bathing area problems. A bathing area developed at the Boyd reservoir site would require the transfer of funding now directed to upgrading other facilities, and would create a bathing facility that would be redundant at the time of reservoir construction. The ability of the Authority to vigorously pursue the Lake Wilcox project will largely depend on support for the project by member municipalities. Additional funding will be required. A fourth alternative would be to introduce swimming facilities into areas now falling within the medium- and low-density use. Depending on the area selected, physical capability to support bathing facil- ities would vary. Generally, the low- and medium-use areas are more sensitive to recreation use. The general effect of this alternative would be to increase the visitation to low- and medium-use recreation areas, but due to the time travel principle, the problem areas identified would not be alleviated, and important low- and medium-density areas would be lost. - The increasingly high cost of operating beach areas, the necessity for more attention being paid to water quality and the relationship of travel time to beach use all lead to the conclusion that additions to the bathing area system must be chosen with great care: - as access and facilities are provided for Lake Ontario beaches, they will increasingly meet more of the demand. Their service is limited, however, due to water temperature. - bathing facilities developed on streams pose very serious mainten- ance and water quality problems; - the most potential for high quality beach areas lies in the development of flood control reservoirs with permanent lakes, and in artificial swimming lakes. The latter is still experimental and commitments beyond the prototype at Petticoat Creek may be risky. D-22 v. RECOMMEND1\.'rIONS It is recommended that: l. The present policy of retaining an inventory of medium- and low-use conservation areas as a part of the conservation area system be continued. 2. The present policy of upgrading existing conservation area beach facilities to maintain high quality and reduce operat- ing costs be continued. 3. The proposal to develop an artificial swimming lake at the Petticoat Creek Waterfront Area in 1974 be proceeded with. 4. Early extensions to the present five-year development plan for conservation areas make provision for the development of a major beach at the Arthur Percy reservoir (Greenwood) upon its completion. 5. The feasibility of commencing recreational development including a swimming area in the north Boyd area prior to reservoir construction be investigated. 6. The Province of Ontario, the Regional Municipality of York and the Town of Richmond Hill be urged to lend their support to the development of a conservation area project in the north-central section. Planning and Policy Committee ... --- KALa IOILU P"""""lI . . . . . REtS/ONAL t; .. ~ u .. J .. , ~ Mople . f ,.. l Ii ~ 1 , \ \ "a , THE MUNlC/? '\ "'N;~!TROPOLlr'A I -LEGENO- . . a t.ANOS ACQUIRED r'Z ':"\.~~ AUTHOI'tITY FOftEST t:::i::<',:::i{!1 ~ ElQST. SWIW:HG AREAS 8 PROP. SWI.....ING ""EAS . LAKE t:f I t\:) c.u D-21 SCHEDULE "C" REPOHT OF THE SUB-COMMITTEE on USE OF AUTHORITY LANDS BY COMMERCIAL INTERESTS l. INTRODUCTION At meeting #2/73 of the Conservation Areas Advisory Board, the following resolution was adopted: Res. #8 :Moved by J. S. Scott Seconded by G. J. Luste RESOLVED THAT: The proposal for the use of certain lands for development as a compact golf course in the Claireville Conser- vation Area by Bruce Summers and Clayton Cary be tabled until such time as a policy is established by the Authority concern- ing the use and development of Conservation lands by commercial interests; and further THAT the following be and are hereby appointed a Sub-Committee to study and recommend such a policy: :Messrs. A. H. Cowling, J. S. Scott, G. J. Luste and Mrs. M. W. Lister; and THAT the first meeting of the Sub-Committee be held at the Authority office, commencing at 11.00 a.m., Thursday, October 23. The Committee has met on several occasions and submits the follow- ing report and recommendations for the consideration of the Conservation Areas Advisory Board. 2. BACKGROUND The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority as a matter of policy charges user fees to help defray the costs of operation and maintenance of its conservation areas. The main sources of revenue are parking charges and income received from the operation of food services. The Authority has and is con- tinually reviewing user fees in light of the increasing cost of operation and maintenance. The addition of more revenue produc- ing facilities is a part of this continuing analysis. The Authority has developed and operates revenue producing facilities in certain Areas; for example the boat rentals at Heart Lake and Glen Haffy, ski tows at Albion Hills and Boyd; campgrounds at Claireville, and snowmobiling trails. The pro- vision of food services in all areas is under a good services agreement, whereby a private concessionaire provides food prepar- ation equipment, staff and operation costs, and the Authority provides the basic concession facilities. The Authority by agreement receives revenue from gross sales. The grants policy of the :Ministry of Natural Resources is an important matter in considering a policy with respect to the operation of revenue producing facilities. The ?rovince will pay 50% of the cost of all facilities required to operate a boat rental area, but will not pay 50% of the cost of the boats to be rented. The Province will pay for some facilities to operate ski facilities such as a chalet, parking and roads, but will not contribute to ski tows and snow-making equipment. The Province provides grants for concession buildings, but not concession equipment. T]l€ Authority, from time to time, has received numerous proposals from private enterprise for the provision of additional revenue producing facilities in conservation areas. The proposals have included development of portions of conservation areas for golf courses, boat and canoe rentals, paddle boats, pony rides, tourist campgrounds, etc. Each of these proposals has been con- sidered on an ad hoc basis and a comprehensive policy on the operation of revenue producing facilities on Authority lands has never been adopted. - 2 - D-25 3. INVENTORY The following is an inventory of existing, proposed and potential revenue producing facilities in conservation areas operated by the Authority. At the present time there are vehicle parking charges levied at eleven conservation areas~ plus fees for reserved picnic sites, day and group camp areas and wood sales. Food concession operat- ions bring revenues from nine conservation areas. In addition, the Authority has developed the following facilities that produce revenues: at Albion Hills and Boyd, downhill skiing; Heart Lake and the Glen Haffy Extension, rowboats; snowmobiles at Albion Hills, Cold Creek, Claireville and Greenwood; horseback riding at Claremont and Humber Trails; range fees at Cold Creek; tourist and family camping at Claireville, Albion Hills and Cold Creek; and recreation building rentals at Heart Lake, Cold Creek, Albion Hills and Woodbridge. Within the plans of development for conservation areas, the following facilities have been proposed: Claireville and :Milne, boat rentals; Claireville, horseback and bicycle riding trails; Albion Hills, cross country skiing facilities; and in the water- front parks, mooring and marina facilities. The potential revenue facility development that could be con- sidered for existing conservation areas and additional areas are basically, but not restricted to, extensions and additions to existing facilities. For example, downhill skiing could be developed in the Glen Haffy Conservation Area, and the recreation building developed for that facility could be rented to individual groups. Additional snowmobile areas, tourist and family camping areas and boat rental facilities could be developed within certain reservoirs that will be constructed under the Flood Control Plan. The development of golf courses has considerable appeal since this type of facility is compatible with the policy of the Author- ity for open space recreation. 4. COMMENT The development and operation of revenue producing facilities in conservation areas has in the past generally been accomplished by the Authority, with the major exception being food services. The Authority has never entered into an agreement with private enterprise for the development and operation of major revenue producing facilities involving long term tenancy and large capital development. The'Authority should continue to expand revenue producing facilities in conservation areas and the provision of revenue producing facilities should form a part of the plan of development of each conservation area. Revenue producing facilities in conservation areas should be consistent with the objectives of the Authority and compatible with the conservation area. There is a role for the development and operation of revenue pro- ducing facilities in conservation areas by the Authority, by other levels of government and by private enterprise. * The Black Creek Pioneer Village and its revenue producing facilities are not included. D-26 - 3 - S. RECO:r.1:r.1ENDATIONS IT IS RECO:MMENDED THAT The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Con- servation Authority adopt the following policy for the develop- ment and operation of revenue producing facilities in conser- vation areas: (I) THAT revenue producing facilities in conservation areas be consistent with the objectives of the Authority and compatible with the plan of development of each conser- vation area. (2 ) THAT where the Authority as a part of the plan of develop- ment of a conservation area provides for the development and operation of revenue producing facilities, the Author- ity consider the development and operation of such facilities - (a) by the Authority; (b) by other levels of government; (c) by private enterprise through competitive proposals. (3) THAT the Authority consider the development and operation of revenue producing facilities in conservation areas by private enterprise where the Authority or other level of government is not willing to provide monies for the development of the facility, where the expertise to develop and operate the facility is better provided by private enterprise, and where the Authority can expect a reasonable revenue from the facility. (4) .THAT in considering the development and operation of revenue producing facilities by private enterprise in conservation areas, the Authority shall invite competitive proposals. (5) THAT the plan of development of each conservation area be reviewed on a regular basis and where additional revenue producing facilities are required to meet changing needs, the Authority consider revising the plan of development of that area. . 1rll\\ ~ M ~ ibr\ti>}p)(\)) h 111ts\ ffi\ 1r (\)) 11"~ ml fe~ aml<dl ~~gn~ml D-27 CC ~ 1li\~~lfW S,\ fen (Q) 1Th A \Ul felTh(Q)1rn fey Mll~tU1rIE~ Conservation Areas Advisory Board Thursday-October-17-l974 #2/74 The Conservation. Areas Advisory Board met at the Bruce's Mill Beach Centre on Thursday, October 17, 1974, corrunencing at 2:00 p.m. PRESENT WERE Chairman J.P. Jongeneel Vice-Chairman W. James Members M.W.H. Biggar A.H. Cowling Miss T. Davidson Mrs. M.W. Lister J.S. Scott Secretary-Treasurer F .L. Lunn Director of Operations K.G. Higgs Adm. - CIM Division P.B. Flood Supt.' of Operations J.D. Agnew Landscape Technician D. Kirkpatrick ABSENT WERE Members R.W. Adams (;~J. Luste MINUTES The Minutes of Meeting #1/74 were presented. Res. #lO Moved by: J.S. Scott Seconded by: W. James RESOLVED TEAT: The Minutes of Meeting #1/74, as presented, be adopted. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; AGENDA FOR MEETINGS Res. #ll Moved by: Miss T. 'Davidson Seconded by: A.H. Cowling RESOLVED THAT: The Staff be directed to forward the Agenda and all supporting material in sufficient time to reach the members 48 hours prior to the date of a meeting. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; STAFF PROGRESS REPORT The Staff presented a Progress Report of recent activities. Res. #12 Moved by: A.H. Cowling . Seconded by: M.W.H. Biggar RESOLVED THAT: The Staff Progress Report dated October II, 1974, be received with appreciation and filed. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; MULTI-YEAR FORECAST 1975-1979 INCLUSIVE The Staff presented the Multi-Year Forecast, 1975-1979 inclusive. Res. #13 Moved by: J.S. Scott Seconded by: Mrs. M. W. Lister . D-28 -2- RESOLVED THAT: The Multi-Year Forecast, 1975-1979 inclusive, as presented by the Staff, be received and appended as Schedule "A" of these Minutes; and THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The Multi-Year Forecast, 1975-1979 inclusive, for Conservation Areas Operations Budget, be approved and forwarded to the Authority for inclusion in the Authority Multi- Year Forecast, 1975 to 1979 inclusive. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; ALBION HILLS CONSERVATION AREA CROSS COUNTRY SKI TRAILS The staff presented a report on the Cross Country Ski Trails being developed at the Albion Hills Conservation Area, for the information of the Board. Res. #14 Moved by: Miss T. Davidson Seconded by: M.W.H. Biggar RESOLVED THAT: The recommendations proposed by the Staff be approved and that a copy of the final map and plan be provided to each member of the Board. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; SKI RENTAL - ALBION HILLS A Staff communication was presented a ski rental facility at the Albion Hills Conservation Area. Res. #15 Moved by: A.H. Cowling Seconded by: W. James RESOLVED THAT: The Staff communication having regard to ski rentals at the Albion Hills Conservation Area be received; and THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THA T : The Staff investigate and invite proposals for the operation of a ski rental facility in the Albion Hills Con- servation Area. . CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; CONSERVATION AREAS DIRECTIONAL SIGNS A staff communication was presented having regard to Conservation Areas Directional signs leading to Conservation Areas. Res. #16 Moved by: M.W.H. Biggar Seconded by: Miss T. Davidson RESOLVED THAT: The programme for the location of Directional Signs for Conservation Areas be continued as at present; and THAT members who see the need of an additional sign be invited to present the proposal to the staff for implementation, where possible.' CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; CLAIREVILLE CONSERVATION AREA PLAN OF DEVELOPMENT A Staff communication was presented proposing certain amendments to" the Plan of Development of the Claireville Conservation Area, to permit the inclusion of certain facilities presently not available. Res. #17 Moved by: J.S. Scott Seconded by: Mrs. M.W. Lister RESOLVED TI1AT: The Staff communication regarding the Plan of Develop- ment of the Claireville Conservation Area be received; and THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TIiAT: ~1e Staff amend the Plan of Development of the Claireville Conservation Area to include: . -3- D-29 (a) an artificial lake facility; (b) an instructional boating facility; (c) the development of a bicycle livery; (d) the development of a facility for golfing; and (e) other types of recreational facilities deemed desirable; and further THAT the Staff be directed to proceed with the establishment of horse- back riding trails and associated facilities. CARRIED; BRUCE'S MILL CONSERVATION AREA SUPERINTENDENT'S RESIDENCE An inspection was carried out of the Bruce House at Bruce's Mill, to investigate the possibility of relocating the building in another area in Bruce's Mill and converting it to a Superintendent's residence. Res. #18' Moved by: J.S. Scott Seconded by: Mrs. M. W . Lister THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THA T : In view of the historical significance of the Bruce house, in the Bruce's Mill Conservation Area, the Staff be directed to prepare an estimate of costs for the relocation and restoration of the Bruce house in the Bruce's Mill Conservation Area, for use as the Superintendent's residence. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY; ADJOURNMENT The Meeting adjourned for a tour of inspection of the Lake St. George and Lake wilcox Areas (approximately 3:45 p.m.). <) ) . J.P. Jonqeneel F.L. Lunn Chairman Secretary-Treasurer '- CONSERVATION AREAS OPERATIONS BUDGET (f) tJ 1975 - 1979 \) I :r: w t::.l 0 tJ C t"i 1975 1976 1977 1978 t:Ij 1979 >' = Albion Hills llS,SSS 132,888 IS2,821 168,103 184,74S Boyd IOS,196 IIS,716 133,073 IS9,688 17S,485 Bolton 2,500 Bruce's Mill 85,500 94,050 112,860 135,432 148,800 Claremont 39,390 47,268 54,358 62,S12 68,595 Claireville 69,740 76,714 84,385 92,823 101,940 Cold Creek 48,875 58,650 70,380 80,937 88,870 Glen Haffy 63,078 75,694 83,262 99,914 109,740 Greenwood S9,196 71,03S 81,690 89,859 98,680 Heart Lake' 84,000 92,400 IlO,880 l33,OS6 146,195 Humber Trails 7,122 7,834 8,617 9,479 10,260 Milne 38,885 44,718 53,662 61,711 67,720 Palgrave l,62S 1,78S l,96S 2,16S 2,380 Woodbridge 4,830 S,313 5,844 6,428 6,910 Petticoat Creek 36,100 46,91S 50,605 54,665 60,130 Claireville Camp. 36,273 41,714 47,971 SS,167 60,S15 Waterfront East 21,620 24,863 37,349 40,084 44,090 816,98S 937,557 1,089,722 1,2S2,023 1,377,S5S Revenue 486,737 S08,219 584,240 616,282' 649,000 Municipal Levy 330,248 429,338 505,482 63S,741 728,555 .