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AUTHORITY MEETING 21-FEBRUARY-1992 #1/92
Meeting #1/92 of the Authority was held on Friday, February 21, 1992, in the Visitors Centre at Black Creek
Pioneer Village. The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10: 1 0 a.m.
PRESENT Chairman William Granger
Members Patrick Abtan
~aria Augimeri
Lorna Bissell
Margaret Britnell
Victoria Carley
Mike Colle
Lois Hancey
Brian Harrison
Lorna Jackson
Joanna Kidd
Eldred King
Frank McKechnie
Howard Moscoe
Marie Muir
Richard O'Brien
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Peter Oyler
Paul Palleschi
Donna Patterson
Maja Prentice
Paul Raina
Bev Salmon
Frank Scarpitti
Joyce Trimmer
Kip Van Kempen
Richard Whitehead
Jim Witty
ABSENT Members lIa Bossons
Lois Griffin
Deborah Sword
REPORT OF THE CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
The Chief Administrative Officer informed the Authority that he had In hand notification from the Clerk, Township
of Adjala/ Township of Mono, The Regional Municipality of Durham, The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, The
Regional Municipality of Peel and The Regional Municipality of York, advising of the members duly appointed and
entitled to sit as members of the Authority for the 1992/93 year, as listed in Appendix AM.1/92.
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REPORT OF THE CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER Icontd.1
Receipt was advised of the Order in Council from the Government of the Province of Ontario O.C.3278/91,
appointing William B. Granger as a member of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority for
a term of three years, and as Chairman of the Authority'for the periOd effective February 21, 1992, terminating
with the Annual Meeting of the Authority, 1995; O.C.3279/91, appointing Victoria Lister Carley as a member of
The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority for a period of two years, expiring with the Annual
Authority Meeting, 1994; and O.C.3280/91, appointing Joanna Kidd as a member of The Metropolitan Toronto and
Region Conservation Authority for a period of two years expiring at Annual Authority Meeting, 1994.
APPOINTMENT OF ADVISORY BOARDS
Res. #1 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Patrick Abtan
THAT appointments to the Finance and Administration, Water and Related Land Management and Conservation
and Related Land Management Advisory Boards be approved with the addition of Mike Colle and Donna Patterson
to the Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board, as listed;
AND FURTHER THAT Section V 1201 of the Rules for the Conduct of the Authority, stating that no Advisory Board
shall have more than ten members, be suspended for the 1992 year.
FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND
ADVISORY BOARD MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD
ABT AN, Patrick BRITNELL, Margaret
AUGIMERI, Maria JACKSON, Lorna
HARRISON, Brian MOSCOE, Howard
KING, Eldred MUIR, Marie
MCKECHNIE, Frank O'CONNOR, Gerri Lynn
O'BRIEN, Richard PALLESCHI, Paul
OYLER, Peter SWORD, Deborah
WITTY, Jim WHITEHEAD, Richard
WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT
ADVISORY BOARD
BISSELL, Lorna
BOSSONS, lIa
CARLEY, Victoria
GRIFFIN, Lois
HANCEY, Lois
KIDD, Joanna
PRENTICE, Maja
RAINA, Paul
SALMON, Bev
SCARPITTI, Frank
TRIMMER, Joyce
V AN KEMPEN, Kip
CARRIED
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APPOINTMENT OF SCRUTINEERS
Res. #2 Moved by: Kip Van Kempen
Seconded by: Eldred King
THAT Brian Peterkin and Valerie Gust, representing Central Region, Ministry of Natural Resources, be appointed
scrUtineers for the election of officers, if required.
CARRIED
ELECTIONS
The Chief Administrative Officer conducted the 1992 election of officers.
VICE-CHAIRMAN OF THE METROPOLITAN TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
Lois Hancey was nominated by Patrick Abtan.
Res. #3 Moved by: Frank McKechnie
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT nominations for the office of Vice-Chairman of the Authority be closed.
CARRIED
LOIS HANCEY was declared elected by acclamation.
CHAIRMAN. FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION ADVISORY BOARD
Richard O'Brien was nominated by Donna Patterson.
Res. #4 Moved by: Eldred King
Seconded by: Jim Witty
THAT nominations for the office of Chairman of the Finance and Administration Advisory Board be closed.
CARRIED
RICHARD O'BRIEN was declared elected by acclamation.
CHAIRMAN. WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD
Lois Griffin was nominated by Kip Van Kempen.
Res. #5 Moved by: Richard O'Brien
Seconded by: Patrick Abtan
THAT nominations for the office of Chairman of the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board be
closed.
CARRIED
LOIS GRIFFIN was declared elected by acclamation.
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ELECTIONS 1 contd .1
CHAIRMAN. CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD
Lorna Jackson was nominated by Eldred King.
Res. #6 Moved by: Paul Palleschi
Seconded by: Frank Scarpitti
THAT nominations for the office of Chairman of the Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board
be closed.
CARRIED
LORNA JACKSON was declared elected by acclamation.
THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL REPRESENTATIVE ON THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Paul Palleschi was nominated by Maja Prentice.
Res. #7 Moved by: Eldred King
Seconded by: Richard O'Brien
THA T nominations for The Regional Municipality of Peel representative on the Executive Committee be closed.
CARRIED
PAUL PALLESCHI was declared elected by acclamation.
THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM REPRESENTATIVE ON THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Jim Witty was nominated by Kip Van Kempen.
Res. #8 Moved by: Patrick Abtan
Seconded by: Kip Van Kempen
THA T nominations for The Regional MuniCipality of Durham representative on the Executive Committee be closed.
CARRIED
JIM WITTY was declared elected by acclamation.
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ELECTIONS Icontd.l
THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO REPRESENTATIVE ON THE EXECUTIVE
COMMITTEE
Brian Harrison was nominated by Howard Moscoe.
Res. #9 Moved by: Eldred King
Seconded by: Richard O'Brien
THAT nominations for The Regional Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto representative on the Executive
Committee be closed.
CARRIED
BRIAN HARRISON was declared elected by acclamation.
VICE-CHAIRMAN. FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION ADVISORY BOARD
Patrick Abtan was nominated by Brian Harrison.
Res. #10 Moved by: Frank McKechnie
Seconded by: Jim Witty
THAT nominations for the office of Vice-Chairman of the Finance and Administration Advisory Board be closed.
CARRIED
PATRICK ABT AN was declared elected by acclamation.
VICE-CHAIRMAN. WATER AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD
Kip Van Kempen was nominated by Jim Witty.
Res. #11 Moved by: Bev Salmon
Seconded by: Frank McKechnie
THAT nominations for the office of Vice-Chairman of the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board
be closed.
CARRIED
KIP V AN KEMPEN was declared elected by acclamation.
VICE-CHAIRMAN. CONSERVATION AND RELATED LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD
Marie Muir was nominated by Howard Moscoe.
Res. #1 2 Moved by: Richard O'Brien
Seconded by: Lois Hancey
THAT nominations for the office of Vice-Chairman of the Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory
Board be closed.
CARRIED
MARIE MUIR was declared elected by acclamation.
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MINUTES
Res. #13 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Donna Patterson
THAT Minutes of Meeting #9/91 be approved.
CARRIED
DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST
Marie Muir declared a conflict, as an employee of the City of Toronto, in item 6 herein, and did not participate in
discussion or vote on the matter of Tommy Thompson Park Master PlanlEnvironmental Assessment.
CORRESPONDENCE
Res. #14 Moved by: Bev Salmon
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT the letter from Rheal Proulx, Chairman, The Association of Conservation Authorities of Ontario, dated
January 7, 1992, re: MNRIAMOIACAO Conservation Authorities Program Liaison Committee be received.
CARRIED
1. FULL AUTHORITY REVIEW OF PLANNING APPLICATIONS
-Request by Council, City of Scarborough
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting #8/91,
held November 22, 1991 and deferred at Authority Meeting #9/91, held January 10, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Evaluation of a City of Scarborough Council Resolution recommending that the Authority adopt a process for.
responding to area municipalities on Official Plan, Zoning By-law and Site Plan Amendment applications which
would include a review by the Full Authority.
Res. #15 Moved by: Kip Van Kempen
Seconded by: Jim Witty
THAT the Authority's current process for commenting on official plan, rezoning and site plan amendment
applications be maintained;
AND FURTHER THAT the City of Scarborough be so advised.
MOTION TO REFER Moved by: Joyce Trimmer
Res. #1 6 Seconded by: Richard O'Brien
THAT the staff report concerning Full Authority Review of Planning Applications be referred back to staff, and that
staff be requested to make suggestions as to how the Authority could assist municipalities in planning applications
where Authority policy on which staff base comments, may be in conflict with the wishes of the municipality.
THE MOTION TO REFER WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
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2. REPORT '13/91 - TENDER OPENING SUB-COMMITTEE -- REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT
FOD 92-08, two 1992, Tractors with Snowploughs
FOD 92-09, one 1992 Tractor
FOD 92-10, one 1992 Compact Tractor, with Loader and Blade
FOD 92-11, one 1992, 4 wheel drive Rider Tractor with Outfront Mower
KEY ISSUE
The Tender Opening Sub-Committee opened tenders for the above replacement equipment on February 7, 1992.
The tenders received were referred to staff for review and report back.
Res. #17 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT the Tender Opening Sub-Committee Report #13/91 IAppendix TO.431 be received;
THAT Tender FOD 92-08, for two 1992 agricultural tractors with snowploughs, be awarded to Schomberg Ford
Equipment Sales Ltd., in the total sum of $57,891.00, it being the lowest quotation received;
THAT Tender FOD 92-09, for one 1992 agricultural tractor, be awarded to Charles Richards & Sons Ltd., in the
total sum of $26,248.75, it being the lowest quotation received; .
THAT Tender FOD 92-10, for one 1992 compact tractor with loader and rear blade, be awarded to Edwards
Equipment Sales Ltd., in the total sum of $24,668.00, it being the lowest quotation received and meeting all
specifications;
AND FURTHER THAT the following staff report be received, advising that pursuant to the Purchasing Policy, staff
has awarded Tender FOD 92- 1 1, for one 1992 4-wheel drive rider tractor with outfront mower, to Nobleton Farm
Service, in the total sum of $20,240.00, it being the lowest quotation received.
CARRIED
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Staff is satisfied that the tenders received from the vendors recommended in this report meet specified
requirements.
The lowest quotation received for tender FOD92-10 from Edwards Equipment Sales Ltd. was on a unit previously
used in a rental operation. The lowest quotation received, meeting all specifications, was from Edwards Equipment
Sales Ltd.
Funds for the acquisition of these equipment items are available in the Equipment Acquisition Budget, Account
No. 701-11-405.
3. SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Res. #18 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT Section II of Executive Committee Minutes # 15/91, held January 10, 1992, be received and approved.
CARRIED
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4. VISUAL ARTS ONTARIO PROPOSAL FOR PROJECT COLLABORATION
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting #9/91,
January 17, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
To present Visual Arts Ontario's proposal for artist collaboration on MTRCA waterfront projects.
Res. #19 Moved by: Bev Salmon
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT the Visual Arts Ontario's concept for artists to collaborate and incorporate art works into the Authority's
projects along the Scarborough Bluffs be endorsed subject to the concurrence of The Municipality of Metropolitan
Toronto and the City of Scarborough;
THAT staff continue to work with Visual Arts Ontario to establish a more comprehensive proposal including details
of specific projects plus costs;
THAT final approval of each project be subject to the approval of The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, the
City of Scarborough and The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority.
THAT staff be directed to obtain input on Visual Arts Ontario's concept from the Metropolitan Toronto Planning
Department, the Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Property Department, the City of Scarborough Planning
Department, and The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto Councillors whose wards are involved.
AND FURTHER THAT The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, and the City of Scarborough be so advised.
CARRIED
5. MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO VALLEY AND
SHORELINE REGENERATION PROJECT 1992-1996
-Carmel Court and Harrington Crescent Erosion ContrOl Project, German Mills Creek,
City of North York
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting #9/91,
January 17, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Completion of the erosion control remedial works adjacent to Carmel Court and Harrington Crescent on the German
Mills Creek in the City of North York.
Res. #20 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT staff be directed to proceed with the second and final phase of construction of the Carmel Court and
Harrington Crescent Erosion Control Project under the "MuniCipality of Metropolitan Toronto Valley and Shoreline
Regeneration Project 1992-1996," at a total cost of $200,000. subject to the Provincial approval of the Project
and confirmation of the availability of provincial grant support.
CARRIED
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6. TOMMY THOMPSON PARK MASTER PLAN/ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting #9/91,
January 17, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
To review the Ministry of the Environment - Environmental Assessment Branch decision to return to the Authority
the Tommy Thompson Park Master PlanlEnvironmental Assessment filed July, 1989.
Res. #21 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
RESOLVED THAT the letter from Mr. Derek Doyle, Director. Environmental Assessment Branch, Ministry of the
Environment, dated November 13, 1991. be received;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to prepare a report for consideration at Water and Related Land
Management Advisory Board Meeting #1/92, scheduled for March 6, 1992, on a planning process and
recommendations to enable resubmission of the Tommy Thompson Park Master Plan/Environmental Assessment
to the Ministry of the Environment.
CARRIED
7. STATUS REPORT ON THE ACAO CLASS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
FOR REMEDIAL FLOOD AND EROSION CONTROL PROJECTS
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting #9/91,
January 17, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Further to information provided in minutes from Meeting #5/91 of the Water and. Related Land Management Board,
the MTRCA has been coordinating the preparation of the ACAO Class EA for Remedial Flood and Erosion Control
Projects to replace the 1985 ACAO Cla'ss EA for Water Management Structures.
Res. #22 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT the status report, dated 1992.01.07., on the ACAO Class EA for Remedial Flood and Erosion Control
Projects, be received for information.
CARRIED
8. MISSISSAUGA TOPSOIL PRESERVATION BY-LAW
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting #9/91,
January 17, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
The City of Mississauga has adopted a Topsoil Preservation By-law and has recommended that the Authority name
the City of Mississauga as the review agency, acting on our behalf, for sediment controls required as a condition
of draft approval for subdivisions within the City.
Res. #23 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT comments regarding construction-related sediment controls no longer be provided by the Authority for
development applications adjacent to valley and stream corridors within the City of Mississauga as the Missis!!auga
Topsoil Preservation By-law will address Authority Objectives;
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8. MISSISSAUGA TOPSOIL PRESERVATION BY-LAW (contd. )
THAT an auditing process be established, including the preparation of guidelines for erosion and sediment control
for urban construction sites, to ensure that the Authority's watershed management objectives are maintained;
TH~ T both the City of Mississauga and the Authority co-ordinate the implementation of erosion and sediment
control requirements for approved works within valley and stream corridors in accordance with the Topsoil
Preservation By-law and Fill, Construction and Alteration to Waterways Regulations, respectively;
THAT the City of Mississauga confirm that Authority works related to flood and erosion control are exempt from
the requirements of the by-law;
AND FURTHER THAT the City of Mississauga, the Region of Peel, the Credit Valley Conservation Authority and
Halton Region Conservation Authority be advised accordingly.
CARRIED
9. ROUGE VALLEY PARK PROJECT - PHASE ONE REPORT
-Background, Principles and Options
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting #9/91,
January 17, 1992.
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KEY ISSUE
A staff reply to the Rouge Valley Park Advisory Committee with regard to the Phase One Report.
Res. #24 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT the staff comments with respect to the Rouge Valley Park Project - Phase One Report - Background,
Principles and Options, be received.
CARRIED
10. CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF SCARBOROUGH
-Request for a permanent easement for the reconstruction of Clemes Drive,
west of Centennial Road, City of Scarborough
This Item was recommended for approval at executive Committee Meeting #16/91, January 24,1992.
KEY ISSUE
Receipt of a request from the Corporation of the City of Scarborough to provide a permanent easement for the
recon'struction of Clemes Drive, west of Centennial Road, City of Scarborough.
Res. #25 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from the
Corporation of the City of Scarborough to provide a permanent easement for the reconstruction of Clemes Drive,
west of Centennial Road, City of Scarborough.
AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its
objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to co-operate with the Corporation of the
City of Scarborough in this instance;
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10. CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF SCARBOROUGH ICONTD.)
-Request for a permanent easement for the reconstruction of Clemes Drive,
west of Centennial Road, City of Scarborough
THAT a permanent easement containing 0.026 hectares, more or less, be granted to the Corporation of the City
of Scarborough for the reconstruction of Clemes Drive said lands being Part of Block 12, Plan 66M-2145,
Designated as Parts 1 and 2 on Plan 66R-15746, City of Scarborough, The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto;
THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal. survey and other costs;
THAT said easement be subject to an Order in Council being issued in accordance with Section 21 Icl of the
Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1980, Chapter 85, as amended;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may
be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any
documents.
CARRIED
11. STATUTORY RESOLUTIONS FOR 36th ANNUAL MEETING
This Item was recommended for approval at Finance and Administration Advisory Board Meeting #8/91,
January 10, 1992, and at Executive Committee Meeting #16/91. January 24,1992.
KEY ISSUE
The Authority is required to adopt statutory resolutions relating to the appointment of auditors and the borrowing
of money. The Authority's Rules of Conduct, Section XV1 1 1. Banking and Borrowing, require that the borrowing
of money by the Authority shall be authorized by a resolution of the Authority.
The appointment of an auditor is required pursuant to Section 39 of the Conservation Authorities Act. Staff of
the Authority is satisfied with the performance and services of the firm Ernst & Young and support their
appointment as the Authority's auditors for 1992.
Res.#26 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT the following resolutions be presented to the 36th Annual Meeting of the Authority:
al Aooointment of Auditors
THAT Ernst and Young, Chartered Accountants be appointed as auditors of the Authority for the year 1992;
bl Borrowina Resolution - 1992
WHEREAS it is necessary for The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Ihereinafter called "the
Authority"1 to borrow up to the sum of TEN MILLION DOLLARS ($10,000,0001 required for its purposes, until
payment to the Authority of any grants and of sums to be paid to the Authority by the participating municipalities
designated as such under the Conservation Authorities Act. R,S,O. 1980, Chapter 85, as amended;
THAT the Authority may borrow from The Royal Bank of Canada or the Authority's member municipalities up to
the sum of TEN MILLION DOLLARS ($10,000,0001 necessary for Its purposes, on the promissory note or notes
of the Authority until payment to the Authority of any grants and of sums to be paid to the Authority by
participating municipalities at such rate of interest as the Minister of Natural Resources approves;
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11. STATUTORY RESOLUTIONS FOR 36th ANNUAL MEETING (CONTD.1
THAT the signing officers of the Authority are hereby authorized to execute for and on behalf of the Authority,
a promissory note or notes for the sum to be borrowed under paragraph number 1 hereof, and to affix thereto the
Corporate Seal of the Authority.
THAT the amount borrowed pursuant to this resolution, together with interest thereon at the rate approved by the
Minister of Natural Resources, be a charge upon the whole of the monies received or to be received by the
Authority by way of grants as and when such monies are received, and of sums received or to be received by the
Authority from the participating municipalities as and when such monies are received;
AND FURTHER THAT the signing officers of the Authority are hereby authorized and directed to apply, in payment
of the monies borrowed pursuant to this resolution together with interest thereon at the rate approved by the
Minister of Natural Resources, all monies received by the Authority by way of grants or sums received by the
Authority from the participating municipalities.
CARRIED
12. RECORDS MANAGEMENT POLICY AND FREEDOM OF INFORMATION
This Item was recommended for approval at Finance and Administration Advisory Board Meeting #8/91,
January 10, 1992, and at Executive Committee Meeting #16/91, January 24,1992.
KEY ISSUE
This report provides an update on activities relating to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of
Privacy Act.
Res. #27 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT the Records Retention Policy and Schedule (appendix FA.3421 as submitted to the Finance and
Administration Advisory Board on January 10, 1992, be approved;
AND FURTHER THAT the Records Management Policy and Freedom of Information report, dated January 6,1992,
be received.
CARRIED
13. LAND ACQUISITION PROJECT 1987 - 1991
FLOOD PLAIN AND CONSERVATION COMPONENT ETOBICOKE CREEK WATERSHED
-The Corporation of the City of Brampton
This item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting '16/91, January 24, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Purchase of property located south of Mayfield Road in the Snelgrove area of the City of Brampton under "Land
AcquiSition Project - 1987 - 1991 - Flood Plain and Conservation Component - Etobicoke Creek Watershed".
Res. #28 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT 28.877 acres, more or less, be purchased from The Corporation of the City of Brampton, said land being
an irregular shaped parcel of land being Block 111, Plan 43M-653, City of Brampton, Regional Municipality of Peel,
consisting of land situate south of Mayfield Road in the Snelgrove Area of the City of Brampton;
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13. LAND ACQUISITION PROJECT 1987 - 1991 (CONTD.)
FLOOD PLAIN AND CONSERVATION COMPONENT ETOBICOKE CREEK WATERSHED
-The Corporation of the City of Brampton
THAT the purchase price be the nominal sum of $2.00;
THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service
easements;
THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible
date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements
are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary
documentation required.
CARRIED
14. SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Res. #29 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Richard O'Brien
THAT Section II of Executive Committee Minutes #16/91, held January 24, 1992, be received and approved.
CARRIED
15. POTENTIAL DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS AUTHORITY LANDS
-Fairport Beach Area, Town of Pickering
This Item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting # 17/91, February 7, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
To recommend disposal of surplus Authority owned lands in the Fairport Beach Area situated between West Shore
Boulevard and Petticoat Creek Conservation Area, Town of Pickering IRegion of Durhaml.
Res. #30 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT seven residential lots with frontages on Cliffview Road, Park Crescent, Marksbury Road and West Shore
Boulevard known as all of Lots 6, 13, 14, 29 and 30, and Part of Lots 15 and 38 on Registered Plan 270, and Part
of Lot'19 on Registered Plan 364, Town of Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham, be declared as surplus to
the requirements of the Authority;
THAT the availability of the subject lands be advertised publicly for sale at market value;
THAT preference be given wherever possible to sales or exchanges being made at market value .to the following:
lal Remaining private owners situate within the acquisition boundary;
(bl Abutting property owners;
Icl Former owners of the subject lands.
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15. POTENTIAL DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS AUTHORITY LANDS ICONTD.I
-Fairport Beach Area, Town of Pickering .
THAT this information be forwarded to all property owners within the Fairport Beach and Frenchman's Bay Project
Area.
AND FURTHER THAT the Town of Pickering and the Regional Municipality of Durham be advised of the action
being taken by the Authority.
CARRIED
16. SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Res. #31 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT Section II of Executive Committee Minutes #17/91, held February 7, 1992, b~ rec~ived and approved.
CARRIED
NEW BUSINESS
Res. #32 Moved by: Howard Moscoe
Seconded by: Mike Colle
THAT the Executive Committee review the by-laws of the Authority with a view to remove exclusionary language.
CARRIED
TERMINATION
ON MOTION. the meeting terminated at 11 :25 a.m., February 21, 1992.
William B. Granger W.A. McLean
Chairman Secretary-Treasurer
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AUTHORITY MEETING 27-MARCH-1992 #2/92
Meeting #2/92 of the Authority was held on Friday, March 27, 1992, in the Visitors Centre at Black Creek
Pioneer Village. The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10:07 a.m.
PRESENT Chairman William Granger
Members Maria Augimeri
Lorna Bissell
Victoria Carley
Mike Colle
Lois Griffin
Lois Hancey
Brian Harrison
Lorna Jackson
Joanna Kidd
Eldred King
Marie Muir
Richard O'Brien
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Donna Patterson
Maja Prentice
Paul Raina
Deborah Sword
Kip Van Kempen
Richard Whitehead
ABSENT Members Patrick Abtan
lIa Bossons
Margaret Britnell
Frank McKechnie
Howard Moscoe
Peter Oyler
Paul Palleschi
Bev Salmon
Frank Scarpitti
Joyce Trimmer
Jim Witty
MINUTES
Res. #33 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Richard O'Brien
THAT Minutes of Meeting #1/92 be approved.
CARRIED
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DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST
Marie Muir declared a conflict, as an employee of the City of Toronto, in items 1, 2 and 31, herein, and did not
participate in discussion or vote on these matters.
Maria Augimeri declared a conflict, in that her husband is the Chairman of the Workers' Compensation Board,
in item 24, herein, and did not participate in discussion or vote on this matter.
CORRESPONDENCE
lal TOMMY THOMPSON PARK
John Robert Carley, Co-chair, Friends of the Spit, dated 20.02.92
Hugh Currie, Toronto Ornithological Club, dated 11.02.92
Darcy Chadwick, Vice Commodore, Acquatic Park Sailing Club, dated 20.03.92
C. Visser Cinder, dated 16.01.92
Michael Conlogue, dated 06.03.92
John Darling, President, Toronto Boardsailing Club, dated 22.03.92
Dr. Anne Galipeau, dated 07.03.92
Simon Gawn, dated 27.01.92
Tom Green, dated 11.03.92
Anne Hansen, dated 24.03.92
Sandra Hawkins, dated 31.01.92
Verna J. Higgins, Botany Conservation Group, University of Toronto, dated 05.03.92
Bruce Kidd, Ph.D., Professor and Director, School of Physical & Health Education, University of
Toronto, dated 12.03.92
Brewster Kneen, dated 09.03.92
Mary and Owen Lemyre, dated 04.03.92
Ian J. Livsey, President, Ontario Society for Industrial Archaeology, dated 24.03.92
re: Domtar Smoke Stack
'Jean Macdonald, Toronto Field Naturalists, dated 04.03.92
Boris Mather, President, Citizens for a Lakeshore Greenway, dated 22.02.92
Boris Mather, dated 22.01.92
John Riley, dated 08.03.92
Walter Schweigel, dated 17.03.92
Roy Smith, dated 18.01.92
Larry Whatmore, Commodore, Outer Harbour Sailing Federation, dated 26.03.92
Ibl Demolition. former Domtar Prooertv. Don River Vallev Beechwood Drive. East York
Dennis Carter-Edwards and Rowena Cooper, Co-chairs, Preservation Committee, The Ontario Historical
Society, dated 23.03.92
George Hume, B. Arch., M.Sc., D.I.C., dated 25.03.92
Louise Trottier, Chairperson, Canadian Society for Industrial Heritage, dated 27.03.92
Icl Notice of Authority Consionment Auction to be held Aoril 1 8. 1992
AUTHORITY MEETING #2/92, MARCH 27, 1992 A-17
DELEGATIONS
Res. #34 Moved by: Lois Griffin
Seconded by: Joanna Kidd
THAT Jacqueline Courval, Co-chair, Friends of the Spit, be heard prior to consideration of Agenda Item 6 and
7, Tommy Thompson Park.
CARRIED
Res. #35 Moved by: Eldred King
Seconded by: Paul Raina
THAT Agenda Item 6, Tommy Thompson Park, UserlEntrance Fees, and Agenda Item 7, Tommy Thompson
Park Master PlanlEnvironmental Assessment, be heard at this time.
CARRIED
A presentation was made by Dave Dyce, Manager, Water Resources, on Tommy Thompson Park,
UserlEntrance Fees. .
Jacqueline Courval, Co-chair, Friends of the Spit, gave a presentation addressing the issues of Tommy
Thompson Park, UserlEntrance Fees and The Park Master Plan/Environmental Assessment.
Darcy Chadwick, Vice Commodore, Aquatic Park Sailing Club, spoke to both issues concerning Tommy
Thompson Park.
Craig Mather, Director, Water Resources, spoke to the issue of Tommy Thompson Park Master
PlanlEnvironmental Assessment.
1. TOMMY THOMPSON PARK - USERIENTRANCE FEES
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#1/92, held March 6, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Consideration of cost recovery for the transportation service and analysis of userlentrance fees at Tommy
Thompson Park.
Res. #36 Moved by: Lois Griffin
Seconded by: Joanna Kidd
THAT staff be directed to implement a no charge van service consisting of a single van operating from April
25th to October 12th, 1992, at Tommy Thompson Park;
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THAT the Authority accept the $1,500 offered by the Aquatic Park Sailing Club to offset the operating cost of
the transportation service;
THAT the Authority subsidize the remaining operating costs associated with the provision of this service;
THAT staff evaluate the ridership, park user levels and operating costs at the completion of 1992, in
preparation of the 1993 Interim Users Program;
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1. TOMMY THOMPSON PARK - USER/ENTRANCE FEES ICONTD.1
THAT there be no entrance fee implemented at Tommy Thompson Park;
AND FURTHER THAT The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, and the Interim Users of Tommy Thompson
Park be so advised.
AMENDMENT Moved by: Brian Harrison
Res. #37 Seconded by: Deborah Sword
THAT the amount of $ 1 ,500 be deleted and staff negotiate the annual lease with the Aquatic Park Sailing
Club, taking into consideration enhanced transportation services now being provided.
ON A RECORDED VOTE YEA NAY
Mike Colle Maria Augimeri
Brian Harrison Lorna Bissell
Eldred King Victoria Carley
Richard O'Brien William Granger
Deborah Sword Lois Griffin
Lois Hancey
Lorna Jackson
Joanna Kidd
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Donna Patterson
Maja Prentice
Paul Raina
Kip Van Kempen
Richard Whitehead
THE AMENDMENT WAS ............................................... NOT CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION
ON A RECORDED VOTE YEA NAY
Maria Augimeri Mike Colle
Lorna Bissell Brian Harrison
Victoria Carley Eldred King
William Granger Richard O'Brien
Lois Griffin Deborah Sword
Lois Hancey
Lorna Jackson
Joanna Kidd
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Donna Patterson
Maja Prentice
Paul Raina
Kip Van Kempen
Richard Whitehead
THE MAIN MOTION WAS .........................,....................... CARRIED
AUTHORITY MEETING #2/92, MARCH 27, 1992 A-19
2. TOMMY THOMPSON PARK MASTER PLAN/ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Boerd Meeting
'1/92, hald Merch 6, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
To present a revised concept plan for Tommy Thompson Park to facilitate public and agency review in
preparation of a revised master plan for resubmission in 1992 to the Minister of the Environment for approval
under the Environmental Assessment Act.
Res. #38 Moved by: Kip Van Kempen
Seconded by: Paul Raina
THAT the revised Tommy Thompson Park Concept (March 6, 19921 be endorsed as a basis to obtain public
and agency comment in preparing a resubmission of the Tommy Thompson Park ~aster P1anlEnvironmental
Assessment in 1992 to the Minister of the Environment;
THAT staff be directed to prepare the necessary documentation for public and government review with a
special public meeting of the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board to be scheduled to enable
consideration of a revised Master Plan by the Authority no later than its meeting of July 24, 1992;
THAT the Ministry of the Environment, the Ministry of Natural Resources, The Municipality of Metropolitan
Toronto, the City of Toronto, the Toronto Harbour Commissioners, the Royal Commission on the Future of the
Toronto Waterfront and the Tommy Thompson Park Natural Areas Advisory Committee be so advised;
AND FURTHER THAT staff prepare documentation relating to the public transportation question as part of the
revised Master Plan preparation.
ON A RECORDED VOTE YEA NAY
Maria Augimeri Brian Harrison
Lorna Bissell Eldred King
Victoria Carley Richard O'Brien
Mike Colle Deborah Sword
William Granger
Lois Griffin
Lois Hancey
Lorna Jackson
, Joanna Kidd
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Donna Patterson
Maja Prentice
Paul Raina
Kip Van Kempen
Richard Whitehead
THE MOTION WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
, ,
A-20 AUTHORITY MEETING #2/92, MARCH 27, 1992
3. 1991 FINANCIAL PROGRESS REPORT #4
This Item was recommended for approval at Finance and Administration Advisory Board Meeting #1/92, held
March 6, 1992.
KEY' ISSUE
This is the final Financial Progress Report identifying variances from budget for the period ending
December 31st, 1991.
Res. #39 Moved by: Donna Patterson
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the 1991 Financial Progress Report #4, Appendix
FA.6/92, for the period ending dated December 31 st, 1991, be received.
CARRIED
4. AMENDMENT TO RULES OF CONDUCT OF THE AUTHORITY - REFERRAL
This Item was recommended for approval at Finance and Administration Advisory Board Meeting #1/92, held
March 6, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Resolution #283 approved at Authority Meeting #9/91, held on January 10th, 1992, provides for referral of a
portion of the changes to the Rules of Conduct of the Authority back to the Finance and Administration
Advisory Board for consideration.
Res. #40 Moved by: Donna Patterson
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT the report on amendment to Rules of Conduct of the Authority - Referral, dated February 26th, 1992,
be received;
THAT Clause 27 of the Rules of Conduct read "The Finance and Administration Advisory Board shall consider
and make recommendations to the Executive Committee and to the Authority on all matters relating to
Administration and Personnel and to the Authority on budget and financial matters.
CARRIED
5. LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT 1992-1994
-Colonel Samuel Smith Waterfront Park, City of Etobicoke
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#1/92, held March 6, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Continuation of the site development program at Colonel Samuel Smith Waterfront Park, City 'of Etobicoke.
Res. #41 Moved by: Donna Patterson
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT staff be directed to proceed with the 1992 development program at Colonel Samuel Smith Waterfront
Park, City of Etobicoke, under the "Lake Ontario Waterfront Regeneration Project 1992-1994" at a total cost
of $672,500.
CARRIED
AUTHORITY MEETING #2/92, MARCH 27, 1992 A-21
6. COLONEL SAMUEL SMITH WATERFRONT PARK
-Temporary Agreement to Occupy Sam Smith Boating Federation Area
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#1/92, held March 6, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
To provide a temporary agreement with the member clubs of the Sam Smith Boating Federation ILakeshore
Yacht Club and Humber College Sailing Centre) to permit occupancy at Colonel Samuel Smith Park in April,
1992.
Res. #42 Moved by: Donna Patterson
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT an agreement be entered into with each of the member clubs of the Sam Smith Boating Federation -
Lakeshore Yacht Club and Humber College Sailing Centre, to permit occupancy of their respective sites on a
temporary basis subject to the approval of The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and in accordance with
the conditions outlined in this report;
THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized to take the necessary action to give effect thereto;
AND FURTHER THAT The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, the City of Etobicoke, the Lakeshore Yacht
Club and Humber College Sailing Centre be so advised.
CARRIED
7. LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT 1992-1994
- East Point Park, City of Scarborough
. This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#1/92, held March 6, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
To complete a current circulation and water quality study related to the evaluation of the East Point Park small
craft harbour proposal.
Res. #43 Moved by: Donna Patterson
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT staff be directed to proceed with the 1992 waterfront program at East Point Park, City of Scarborough,
under the wLake Ontario Waterfront Regeneration Project' 992- 1 994' at a total cost of $34,000.
CARRIED
A-22 AUTHORITY MEETING #2/92, MARCH 27,1992
8. PARTNERS IN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF FORESTS PROGRAM
- Forestry Canada
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and, Related Land Management Advisory Meeting #1/92,
held March 6, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Undertake a five year Model Forest Project as part of the Forestry Canada Partners in Sustainable Development
of Forests Program.
Res. #44 Moved by: Donna Patterson
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT staff be authorized to enter into a five year program with Forestry Canada to undertake forest
management activities within The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority watershed;
THAT the Authority's participation in the program be subject to annual review as part of the Authority's
budget process and where funding is available, staff be directed to renew annually the Authority's participation
in the program;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to take the necessary action to implement the agreement including the
execution of any necessary documents.
CARRIED
9. FLOOD CONTROL PROGRAM
-Flood Protection Works Tyndall Nursing Home, City of Mississauga
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#1'92, held March 6, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Completion of the flood protection works at the Tyndall Nursing Home on the Little Etobicoke Creek in the City
of Mississauga.
Res. #45 Moved by: Donna Patterson
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT staff be directed to complete the construction of the flood protection works at the Tyndall Nursing
Home, on the Little Etobicoke Creek in the City of Mississauga, at an estimated cost of $25,000.
CARRIED
10. URBAN STREAM REHABILITATION
-Project by the Conservation Council of Ontario and Black Creek Project
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#1/92, held March 6, 1992.
KEY ISSUES
Update on the activities of the Urban Stream Rehabilitation Project in the Black Creek Watershed undertaken
by the Black Creek Project (BCPI and Conservation Council of Ontario ICCOI in cooperation with The
Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority.
AUTHORITY MEETING #2/92, MARCH 27, 1992 A-23
10. URBAN STREAM REHABILITATION (CONTD.)
-Project by the Conservation Council of Ontario and Black Creek Project
Res. #46 Moved by: Donna Patterson
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT the staff report on the Urban Stream Rehabilitation Project undertaken by the Conservation Council of
Ontario and the Black Creek Project in cooperation with The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority be received;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be authorized to continue to work with the Conservation Council of Ontario and the
Black Creek Project on an annual basis between April 1992 to April 1995 to carry out projects to enhance
riparian and aquatic habitats on Authority land in the Black Creek watershed.
CARRIED
11. THE DRAFT 1989-1990 KEATING CHANNEL ENVIRONMENTAL
MONITORING PROGRAM REPORT
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#1/92, held March 6, 1992.
KEY ISSUES
Staff has prepared a draft report that outlines the findings of the 1989 -1990 Keating Channel Environmental
Monitoring Program, as required under the Keating Channel Environmental Assessment approval.
Res. #47 Moved by: Donna Patterson
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT the 1989 - 1990 Draft Keating Channel Environmental Monitoring Annual Report be received;
AND FURTHER THAT the Keating Channel Environmental Monitoring Program Draft Report be forwarded to the
Toronto Harbour Commissioners for inclusion in their current Operating Plan, and circulated to the Ministry of
the Environment for comments, as required under the Environmental Assessment Act.
CARRIED
12. GULLS AND CANADA GEESE
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
'1/92, held March 6, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Review of diseases transmitted to humans by gullS and geese.
Res. #48 Moved by: Donna Patterson
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT the staff report on diseases transmitted by gullS and geese be submitted to the local Municipalities for
their information;
THAT staff be directed to submit a proposal to the Canadian Wildlife Service and the Ministry of Natural
Resources urging them to develop a coordinated regional strategy in response to the problems associated with
nuisance gullS and geese;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to continue efforts to control nuisance gulls and geese on Authority
lands through population reduction activities, habitat modification and exclusion.
CARRIED
A-24 AUTHORITY MEETING #2/92, MARCH 27, 1992
13. THE MINISTRY OF GOVERNMENT SERVICES
-Sale of Authority-owned land to facilitate the construction of Hwy. #407,
West of Hwy. #50, City of Srampton
This Item was recommended for approval at executive Committee Meeting #1/92, held March 13, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Receipt of a request from The Ministry of Government Services to purchase a small fragment of Authority-
owned land situate on the east side of the eighth line, north of Steeles Avenue to facilitate construction of the
407 Highway.
Res. #49 Moved by: Donna Patterson
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from
The Ministry of Government Services for the conveyance of a small fragment of Authority-owned tableland in
the City of Brampton in the Regional Municipality of Peel situate on the east side of the eighth line, north of
Steeles Avenue to facilitate construction of the 407 Highway;
AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of tM Authority in furthering its
objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to cooperate with The Ministry of
Government Services and conclude a sale;
THAT a parcel of Authority owned land, containing a total of 0.180 acres, more or less, be conveyed to The
Ministry of Government Services to facilitate the construction of Highway 407. Said land being part of Lot 1,
Concession 9, N.D. in The City of Brampton, Regional Municipality of Peel;
THAT the Authority request the approval of The Minister of Natural Resources to complete the sale of the
subject land on the following terms and conditions:
lal The sale price is to be the sum of $33,000.00;
(bl The Ministry of Government Services is to pay all Authority legal, appraisal, survey and other costs
incurred to complete the transaction;
(cl Prior to commencing construction, a full archaeological review of the site is to be carried out to the
satisfaction of the Authority at the cost of The Ministry of Government Services;
Idl Fencing of the site to the satisfaction of the Authority, is be carried out at the expense of The Ministry
of Government Services;
leI The Ministry is to ensure that strict sediment control measures be practised during construction to
ensure protection of the resource area and minimize impacts on adjacent Authority operations;
(fl Any additional considerations as are deemed appropriate by the Authority solicitor.
THAT the sale be subject to an Order In Council being issued in accordance with Section 211cl of the
Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O., 1990, Chapter 27;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action
may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any
documents.
CARRIED
AUTHORITY MEETING #2/92, MARCH 27, 1992 A-25
14. THE MINISTRY OF GOVERNMENT SERVICES
-Permanent Easement across Authority-owned land for storm drainage in
connection with the construction of Hwy. #407, West of Hwy. #50, City of Brampton
This Item was recommended for approval at executive 'Committee Meeting '1/92, held March 13,.1992.
KEY ISSUE
Receipt of a request from The Ministry of Government Services for a permanent easement across Authority-
owned land situate on the north side of Steeles Avenue, west of Hwy. #50 to facilitate construction of the
407 Highway.
Res. #50 Moved by: Donna Patterson
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from
The Ministry of Government Services for a permanent easement across a small parcel of Authority-owned land
in The City of Brampton in the Regional Municipality of Peel, situate on the north side of Steeles Avenue, west
of Hwy. #50 for storm sewer purposes in conjunction with the proposed construction of the 407 Highway;
AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its
objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to cooperate with The Ministry of
Government Services in this instance;
THAT a permanent easement be granted to The Ministry of Government Services across a small parcel of
Authority-owned land being part of Lot 1, Concession 9, N.D. in The City of Brampton, Regional Municipality
of Peel, containing 0.472 acres, more or less. Said land being part of the former Runnymede Investment
Corporation Limited and the Rexdale Investments Ltd. property acquired by the Authority on February 26,
1963 under Project F.1 .A. Claireville Dam and Reservoir;
THAT the Authority request the approval of The Minister of Natural Resources to grant the easement across
the subject land on the following terms and conditions:
(al The easement price is to be the sum of $16,725.00;
(bl The Ministry of Government Services is to pay all Authority legal, appraisal, survey and other costs
incurred to complete the transaction;
(c) Prior to commencing construction, a full archaeological review of the site is to be carried out to the
satisfaction of the Authority's archaeological staff at the expense of The Ministry of Government
Services;
(d) Fencing of the site to the satisfaction of the Authority, is to be carried out at the expense of The
Ministry of Government Services;
(el The Ministry is to ensure that strict sediment control measures be practised during construction to
ensure protection of the resource area and minimize impacts on Authority operations;
(fl The Ministry is to confine all construction which involves the watercourse to the period between
July 1 and March 31 of any year;
Igl Provision is to be included in the transaction to ensure permanent pedestrian and vehicular access, for
the Authority. between Authority property to the north and the south of the project, both during and
after construction;
(hI All Authority concerns and requirements relating to continuation of the flood control aspects of the
reservoir are to be accommodated to the Authority's satisfaction;
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14. THE MINISTRY OF GOVERNMENT SERVICES (CONTD.)
, -Permanent Easement across Authority-owned land for storm drainage in
connection with the construction of Hwy. #407, West of Hwy. #50, City of Brampton
(il All necessary measures are to be taken by the Ministry to the satisfaction of the Authority to
adequately deal with any site servicing of Authority operations that may be affected by the highway
construction;
iii The Ministry of Government Services is to be responsible for restoration of the site to the satisfaction
the Authority as soon as possible after construction and for the ongoing repairs and maintenance of
the installation;
(kl The Ministry of Government Services to fully indemnify the Authority from any and all claims arising
from the construction;
(II Any additional considerations as are deemed appropriate by the Authority 'solicitor.
THAT the said easement be subject to an Order In Council being issued in accordance with Section 21 (cl of
the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O., 1990, Chapter 27;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action
may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any
documents.
CARRIED
15. THE MINISTRY OF GOVERNMENT SERVICES
-Temporary Easement across Authority-owned land to facilitate the construction
of Hwy. #407, West of Hwy. #50, City of Brampton
This Item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting '1/92, held March 13, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Receipt of a request from The Ministry of Government Services for a temporary easement for a two year
period across Authority-owned land situate on the north side of Steeles Avenue, west of Hwy. #50, to
facilitate construction of the 407 Highway.
Res. #51 Moved by: Donna Patterson
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from
The Ministry of Government Services for a temporary easement for the purpose of providing working space,
access and to stockpile materials affecting Authority-owned lands in The City of Brampton, Regional
Municipality of Peel, situate on the north side of Steeles Avenue, west of Hwy. #50 to facilitate construction
of Hwy. 407;
AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its
objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to cooperate with The Ministry of
Government Services in this instance;
AUTHORITY MEETING #2/92, MARCH 27, 1992 A-27
15. THE MINISTRY OF GOVERNMENT SERVICES ICONTD.1
-Temporary Easement across Authority-owned land to facilitate the construction
of Hwy. #407, West of Hwy. #50, City of Brampton
THAT a temporary easement be granted to The Ministry of Government Services across a parcel of Authority-
owned land being part of Lot 1, Concession 9, N.D. in The City of Brampton, Regional Municipality of Peel,
containing 2.206 acres, more or less, for a two year period. Said land being part of the former Runnymede
Investment Corporation Limited and the Rexdale Investments Ltd. property acquired by the Authority on
February 26, 1963, under Project F.1 .A., Claireville Dam and Reservoir;
THAT the Authority request the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources to grant the easement across
the subject land on the following terms and conditions:
lal The easement price is to be the sum of $63,700.00;
Ibl The Ministry of Government Services is to pay all Authority legal, appraisal, survey and other costs
incurred to complete the transaction;
(cl Fencing of the site to the satisfaction of the Authority, is to be carried out at the expense of the
Ministry of Government Services; .
Idl The Ministry is to ensure that strict sediment control measures be practised during construction to
ensure protection of the resource area and minimize impacts on Authority operations;
lei The Ministry is to confine all construction which involves the watercourse to the period between
July 1 and March 31 of any year;
If) Provision is to be included in the transaction to ensure permanent pedestrian and vehicular access, for
the Authority, between Authority property to the north and the south of the project, both during and
after construction;
(gl All Authority concerns and requirements relating to flood control and the reservoir are to be
accommodated to the Authority's satisfaction;
(hI All necessary measures are to be taken by the Ministry to the satisfaction of the Authority to
adequately deal with any site servicing of Authority operations that may be affected by the highway
construction;
iiI The site is to be restored to the satisfaction of the Authority upon completion of construction;
(kl The Ministry of Government Services to fully indemnify the Authority from any and all claims arising
from the construction;
III Any additional considerations as are deemed appropriate by the Authority solicitor.
THAT the easement be subject to an Order In Council being issued in accordance with Section 21 Icl of the
Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O., 1990, Chapter 27;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action
may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any
documents.
CARRIED
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16. LAND ACQUISITION PROJECT 1987 - 1991 - FLOOD PLAIN AND CONSERVATION COMPONENT
BLACK CREEK AREA OF HUMBER RIVER WATERSHED
-Scott's Hospitality Inc.
This item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting #1192, held March 13, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Purchase of property located on the west side of Jane Street south of Highway 401, City of North York, under
"Land Acquisition Project 1987 - 1991" - Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Black Creek Area of
Humber River Watershed.
Res. #52 Moved by: Donna Patterson
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT 0.4 acres, more or less, be purchased from Scott's Hospitality Inc., said land being Lot 7 and Part of
Lots 9, 1 1 & 13, Expropriation Plan MX- 17, City of North York, The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00, plus Vendor's legal costs;
THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing
service easements;
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THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and
disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary
documentation required.
CARRIED
17. REQUEST FOR DISPOSAL OF AUTHORITY-OWNED LAND
-Township of Uxbridge - West Side of Glen Major Road
This Item was recommended for approval at executive Committee Meeting #1/92, held March 13, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
The Authority has been requested to investigate the potential disposal of a residential lot from a large holding
situate on the west side of the Glen Major Road in the hamlet of Glen Major in the Township of Uxbridge.
Res. #53 Moved by: Donna Patterson
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT the request for disposal of this land be referred to, the Authority staff for review in accordance with the
established Authority pOlicies;
AND FURTHER THAT a report recommending further action In thiS matter be brought forth to the Executive
Committee at a future date.
CARRIED
AUTHORITY MEETING #2/92, MARCH 27, 1992 A-29
18. THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF ETOBICOKE
-Request for a Permanent Easement for a Sanitary S~wer Forcemain in the Kings Mill Park
Area of the City of Etobicoke
This Item was recommended for approval at executive Committee Meeting #1/92, held March 13, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Receipt of a request from The Corporation of the City of Etobicoke to provide a permanent easement for a
sanitary sewer forcemain located in the Kings Mill Park area of the City of Etobicoke.
Res. #54 Moved by: Donna Patterson
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from
The Corporation of the City of Etobicoke to provide a permanent easement for a sanitary sewer forcemain
located in the Kings Mill Park area of the City of Etobicoke;
AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its
objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to co-operate with The Corporation of
the City of Etobicoke in this instance;
THAT a permanent easement containing 0.24 hectares, more or less, be granted to The Corporation of the
City of Etobicoke for a sanitary sewer forcemain, said lands being Part of lot 6, Range 2 K.M.R., Part of Road
Allowance between Ranges 2 and 3 K.M.R., Part of Lots 5 and 6 Range 3 K.M.R., Part of the bed of the
Humber River, Part of Blocks A and B, Plan M-385, Part of Blocks X and Y, and Part of The Kingsway, Plan M-
416, City of Etobicoke, The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and Part of the bed of the Humber River and
Part of the islands in the Humber River opposite Lot 1, Concession 2 F.T.B. City of York, The Municipality of
Metropolitan Toronto as shown on drawings prepared by Chisholm, Fleming and Associates under their
drawing No. FM-1, FM-2, FM-3 and FM-4;
THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal, survey and other costs;
THAT said easement be subject to an Order in Council being issued in accordance with Section 211c) of the
Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 27;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action
may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any
documents.
CARRIED
19. REPORT #1/91 OF THE RECOGNITION SUB-cOMMITTEE
This Item was recommended for approval at executive Committee Meeting #1/92, held March 13, 1992, and
at Recognition Sub-Committee Meeting 1/91, held February 7, 1992.
Key Issue
Meeting #1/91 of the Recognition Sub-Committee was held at 8:30 a.m., on February 7, 1992, at the
Authority's Head Office. Those attending the meeting were Chairman of the Recognition Sub-Committee,
William Granger; Vice Chairman of the Authority, Lois Hancey; and member, Nancy Porteous-Koehle.
A-30 AUTHORITY MEETING #2/92, MARCH 27, ,1992
19. REPORT #1/91 OF THE RECOGNITION SUB-COMMITTEE ICONTD.1
Res. #55 Moved by: Donna Patterson
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
(al HONOUR ROLL AWARDS 1991
THAT Honour Roll Awards be presented to:
Percy Hampton
Emil Kolb
Don Jackson
John McGinnis
Ron Moran
In memory of Dick Nikolayuk
The Employees of the Bay and Simpsons
Garfield Weston Foundation
THAT the Honour Roll Award Tree Planting Ceremony be held on Friday, April 24, 1992, at the Black Creek
Pioneer Village Visitors Centre;
(bl SERVICE RECOGNITION AWARDS
.
THAT the Service Recognition Awards for The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
members, The Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto members and 25 Year Awards for Authority staff
be presented at the Garden Party to be held on June 26, 1992, at Black Creek Pioneer Village;
AND FURTHER THAT the William T. Foster Woods Dedication Ceremonies be held on May 22, 1992.
CARRIED
20. CORPORA TION OF THE TOWN OF WHITCHURCH-STOUFFVILLE
-Request for a permanent easement for storm drainage, North of Main Street
on the West Side of the Stouffville Channel.
This Item was recommended for approval at executive Committee Meeting '1/92, held March 13, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Receipt of a request from the Corporation of the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville to provide a permanent
easement for storm drainage, located north of Main Street on the West Side of the Stouffville Channel.
Res. #56 Moved by: Donna Patterson
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from the
Corporation of the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville to provide a permanent easement for storm drainage
located north of Main Street on the west side of the Stouffville Channel;
AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering
its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to co-operate with the Corporation
of the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville in this instance;
AUTHORITY MEETING #2/92, MARCH 27, 1992 A-31
20. CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF WHITCHURCH-STOUFFVILLE (CONTD.I
-Request for a permanent easement for storm drainage, North of Main Street
on the West Side of the Stouffville Channel.
THAT a permanent easement containing 0.001 hectares, more or less be granted to the Corporation of the
Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville for storm drainage, said land being Part of Lot 5, Registered Plan 70, Town of
Whitchurch-Stouffville, Regional Municipality of York, designated as Part 1 on Plan 65R-3375.
THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal, survey and other costs;
THAT said easement be subject to an Order in Council being issued in accordance with Section 21 Icl of the
Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 27;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action
may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any
documents.
CARRIED
21. CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NORTH YORK
-Request for a permanent easement for a storm sewer and sanitary sewer, south of Finch Avenue,
east of Bayview Avenue
This Item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting '1/92, held March 13, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Receipt of a request from the Corporation of the City of North York to provide a permanent easement for a
storm sewer and sanitary sewer, located south of Finch Avenue, east of Bayview Avenue.
Res. #57 Moved by: Donna Patterson
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from the
Corporation of the City of North York to provide a permanent easement for a storm sewer and sanitary sewer
located south of Finch Avenue, east of Bayview Avenue;
AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of the Authority that it is In the best interests of the Authority in furthering
its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to co-operate with the Corporation
of the City of North York in this instance;
THAT a permanent easement containing 0.041 hectares, more or less be granted to the Corporation of the
City of North York for a storm sewer and sanitary sewer, said land being Part of Lots 28, 29 and 30,
Registered Plan 2134, City of North York, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, designated as Part 2 on Plan
66R-16351.
THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal, survey and other costs;
THAT said easement be subject to an Order in Council being Issued In accordance with Section 211cl of the
Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990. Chapter 27;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action
may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any
documents.
CARRIED
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22. SECTION" - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Res. #58 Moved by: Donna Patterson
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT Section II of Executive Committee Minutes #1/92, held March 13, 1992, be received and approved.
CARRIED
23. SALARY AND WAGE SCHEDULE AND
24. EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PACKAGE
Res. #59 Moved by: Eldred King
Seconded by: Lois Griffin
THAT the Authority discuss Agenda Item 28, Salary and Wage Schedule, and Agenda Item 29, Employee
Benefit Package in closed session prior to dealing with Agenda Item 1, 1990 Budget.
CARRIED
The board rose from closed session.
23. SALARY AND WAGE SCHEDULE
This Item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting #1/92, held March 13, 1992, and
at Finance and Administration Advisory Board Meeting #1/92, held March 6, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
The 1992/1993 Salary and Wage Schedule to be effective April 1 st, 1992.
Res. #60 Moved by: Kip Van Kempen
Seconded by: Donna Patterson
THAT the 1992/1993 Salary and Wage Schedule, Appendix FA.1/92, to be effective April 1, 1992, be
approved;
AND FURTHER THAT the salaries of Directors and the Chief Administrative Officer be held at 1991/1992
levels during the 1992/1993 salary year (April 1, 1992 to March 31, 19931.
THAT staff prepare a three year plan for the salary and wage schedule.
ON A RECORDED VOTE YSA ~
Maria Augimeri Lorna Bissell
Victoria Carley Brian Harrison
William Granger Eldred King
Lois Griffin Richard Whitehead
Lois Hancey
Lorna Jackson
Joanna Kidd
Marie Muir
Richard O'Brien
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Donna Patterson
Paul Raina
Deborah Sword
Kip Van Kempen
THE MOTION WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
, ,
AUTHORITY MEETING #2/92, MARCH 27, 1992 A-33
26. EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PACKAGE
-Vision Care
This Item was recommended for approval at executive Committee Meeting #1/92, held March 13, 1992, and
at Finance and Administration Advisory Board Meeting #1/92, held March 6, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
The addition of Vision Care to the Employee Benefit Package, effective 1 st April, 1992.
Res. #61 Moved by: Kip Van Kempen
Seconded by: Donna Patterson
THAT Vision Care, providing a benefit of $ 150.00 every two years for prescription glasses for employees and
their dependents. be added to the Authority's Employee Benefit Package.
ON A RECORDED VOTE ~ NAY
Lorna Bissell Brian Harrison
Victoria Carley
William Granger
Lois Griffin
Lois Hancey
Lorna Jackson
Joanna Kidd
Eldred King
Marie Muir
Richard O'Brien
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Donna Patterson
Paul Raina
Deborah Sword
Kip Van Kempen
Richard Whitehead
THE MOTION WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
25. 1992 BUDGET
This Item was recommended .for approval at Finance and Administration Meeting #1/92, held March 6, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
This report recommends the 1992 Operating and Capital Budget.
Res. #62 Moved by: Richard O'Brien
Seconded by: Donna Patterson
THAT the 1992 Operating and Capital Budget be adopted;
AND FURTHER THAT the following action be taken:
111 All current projects included in the 1992 Operating Budget be adopted;
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25. 1992 BUDGET ICONTD.)
(2) Whereas the Conservation Authorities Act provides that for the carrying out of any project, an
Authority shall have the power to determine the portion of total benefit afforded to all municipalities
that is afforded to each of them, The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority enacts
as follows:
IiI That all member municipalities be designated as benefiting for all current projects included in the
1992 Budget;
liil The Authority's share of the cost of the current projects included in the 1992 Budget shall be
raised from all member municipalities as part of the 1992 General Levy;
(iiil The 1992 General Levy for current programs be apportioned to the participating municipalities in
the proportion that the discounted equalized assessment of the whole is under the jurisdiction of
the Authority, unless otherwise provided in the levy or a project;
(ivl That the 1992 general levy for the operation, maintenance and development of the Conservation
Areas, Black Creek Pioneer Village and the Kortright Centre for ConserVation be in accordance
with the funding formula adopted by the Authority at its meeting #8/88 held on December 2,
1988 as follows:
Township of Adjala 0.000064
Regional Municipality of Durham 0.028996
The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto 0.606923
Township of Mono 0.000064
Regional Municipality of Peel 0.146981
Regional Municipality of York 0.180977
(vI the appropriate Authority officials be instructed to advise all municipalities pursuant to the
Conservation Authorities Act and to levy the said municipalities the amount set forth in the 1992
Budget for current programs;
(31 The 1992 Capital Budget and the 1992 Capital Levy for projects included therein be adopted by the
Authority with the following action being taken:
(al All member municipalities be notified of the amount of such monies they are required to raise in 1992
on the basis set forth in the 1992 Capital Budget for:
IiI Conservation Area Development Project, 1992;
(iil Greenspace Protection and Acquisition Project, 1992, subject to the attainment of all required
approvals; and
liii) The Greater Toronto Region Trail System, 1992, subject to the attainment of all required project
approvals.
(bl The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto be levied for:
(il Valley and Shoreline Regeneration Project, 1992;
(iil Project for the Dredging of the Keating Channel, 1992;
liiil Lake Ontario Waterfront Regeneration Project, 1992;
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.
25. 1992 BUDGET (CONTD.1
livl Project for the Acquisition of the Canada Post Property, 1992, subject to the attainment of all
required project approvals.
Icl The Regional Municipality of Durham be levied for the Lake Ontario Waterfront Regeneration Project,
1992.
Idl The Regional Municipality of Peel be levied for:
IiI Project for Flood Protection - DixielDundas Damage Centre, 1992;
liil Project for Flood Protection - Little Etobicoke Creek - Tyndall Nursing Home Project, 1992,
pending the attainment of all required project approvals.
Ie) The Regional Municipality of York be levied for the Valley Regeneration Project, 1992, subject to the
attainment of all required project approvals.
(fl The appropriate Authority officials be instructed to advise all municipalities pursuant to the
Conservation Authorities Act, and to levy the said municipalities the amounts set forth in the 1992
Capital Budget.
(41 Except where statutory or regulatory requirements provide otherwise, staff be authorized to enter into
agreements with private sector or government agencies for the undertaking of projects which are of
benefit to the Authority and funded by a sponsor.
The motion was divided and a vote was taken on Clause (31 (bl livl.
ON A RECORDED VOTE YEA NAY
Lorna Bissell Maria Augimeri
Victoria Carley Brian Harrison
William Granger
Lois Griffin
Lois Hancey
Lorna Jackson
Joanna Kidd
Eldred King
Marie Muir
Richard O'Brien
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Donna Patterson
Paul Raina
Deborah Sword
Kip Van Kempen
Richard Whitehead
CLAUSE 131 Ibl (ivl WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
A-36 AUTHORITY MEETING #2/92, MARCH 27, 1992
25. 1992 BUDGET (CONTD.)
A vote was take on Clause 131 Ibl liiil.
ON A RECORDED VOTE YEA NAY
Lorna Bissell Maria Augimeri
Victoria Carley Brian Harrison
William Granger
Lois Griffin
Lois Hancey
Lorna Jackson
Joanna Kidd
Eldred King
Marie Muir
Richard O'Brien
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Donna Patterson
Paul Raina
Deborah Sword
Kip Van Kempen
Richard Whitehead
CLAUSE (31 (bl liiil WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
A vote was taken on Clauses 11 I; (21; (21 Ii) liil (iiil (ivllvl; (31; 1311al; (311al (il (ii) (iiil; (31 (bl Ii) liil; 131 Icl;
131 (dl; 131 leI; (31 (f); and 141.
ON A RECORDED VOTE YEA NAY
Maria Augimeri Brian Harrison
Lorna Bissell Eldred King
Victoria Carley Richard Whitehead
William Granger
Lois Griffin
Lois Hancey
Lorna Jackson
Joanna Kidd
Marie Muir
Richard O'Brien
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Donna Patterson
Paul Raina
Deborah Sword
Kip Van Kempen
THE MAIN MOTION WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
AUTHORllY MEETING #2/92, MARCH 27, 1992 A-37
26. 1991 AUTHORITY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
This Item was recommended for approval at Finance and Administration Advisory Board Meeting #1/92, held
March 6, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
The 1991 Financial Statements of the Authority are presented for the Finance and Administration Advisory
Board's approval and recommendation to the Authority.
Res. #63 Moved by: Eldred King
Seconded by: Joanna Kidd
THAT the title of the Data Processing Equipment Reserve be changed to Major Office Equipment Reserve and
the use of the reserve be expanded to provide funds for the acquisition of all major office equipment needs;
THAT the transfer of funds into and from reserves during 1991, as outlined in Statement 3 of the Financial
Statements, be approved;
AND FURTHER THAT the 1991 audited Financial Statements, as presented, be appreved, signed by the
Chairman and Secretary-Treasurer of the Authority, and distributed in accordance with Section 39 131 of the
Conservation Authorities Act.
CARRIED
27. RULES OF CONDUCT. EXCLUSIONARY LANGUAGE
This Issue was recommended for approval at Finance and Administration Advisory Board Meeting #1/92, held
March 6, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
An Authority resolution requested a review of the by-laws of the Authority to remove exclusionary language.
Res. #64 Moved by: Marie Muir
Seconded by: Donna Patterson
THAT the report dated March 5th, 1992, on Removal of Exclusionary Language from the Rules of Conduct of
the Authority be received;
THAT the references to "his or her" in paragraphs 38,44,45, 52, 88, 91 and 94 be deleted;
AND FURTHER THAT, reference to "Chairman" and "Chairmen" be deleted throughout and replaced by "Chair"
and "Chairs" respectively.
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27. RULES OF CONDUCT - EXCLUSIONARY LANGUAGE ICONTD.)
ON A RECORDED VOTE YEA ,NAY
Maria Augimeri Brian Harrison
Lorna Bissell Richard O'Brien
Victoria Carley
William Granger
Lois Griffin
Lois Hancey
Lorna Jackson
Joanna Kidd
Eldred King
Marie Muir
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Donna Patterson
Paul Raina
Deborah Sword
Kip Van Kempen
Richard Whitehead
THE MOTION WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
28. DON VALLEY BRICKWORKS REGENERATION PROJECT
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
'1/92, held March 6, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Adoption of a Project under the Conservation Authorities Act for the implementation of the approved, -Don
Valley Brickworks Concept Plan- at a total estimated cost of $5,000,000.
Res. #65 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Joanna Kidd
THAT the Don Valley Brickworks Regeneration Project invohllng total estimated expenditures of $5,000,000
be adopted;
THAT the Province of Ontario be requested to approve the prOJect Including the provision of grants in the
amount of $2,500,000 towards the cost of the project over a lour year period, such allocations to be in
addition to the funding of other approved Authority projects;
THAT upon receipt of approval of the project by the Province of Ontario that The Municipality of Metropolitan
Toronto be requested to approve the project and a levy of $2.500,000 towards the cost of the project.
THAT The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority seek the support of other groups with an
interest in the Don River.
CARRIED
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29. LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT 1992-1994
-Ajax Waterfront Area - 1992 Development Program
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#1/92, held March 6, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Continuation of the development program along the Ajax Waterfront, Town of Ajax.
Res. #66 Moved by: Kip Van Kempen
Seconded by: Gerri Lynn O'Connor
THAT staff be directed to proceed with the 1992 development program at Ajax Waterfront Area, Town of
Ajax, under the "Lake Ontario Waterfront Regener.ation Project 1992-1994", at a total cost of $50,000.
CARRIED
30. LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT 1992-1994
-Improved Lakefill Quality Control Program
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#1/92, held March 6, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Continuation of the implementation of the Improved Lakefill Quality Control Program in 1992.
Res. #67 Moved by: Lois Griffin
Seconded by: Joanna Kidd
THAT staff be directed to continue the implementation of the Improved Lakefill Quality Control Program at a
total estimated cost of $400,000 in 1992 to be funded from revenues generated from the Program under the
"Lake Ontario Waterfront Regeneration Project 1992-1994":
CARRIED
31. KEATING CHANNEL DREDGING
-Cost Sharing Proposal
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#1/92, held March 6, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
A proposal to share the costs of dredging Keating Channel among the Toronto Harbour Commissioners, City of
Toronto, The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and the federal government.
Res. #68 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Paul Raina
THAT the Toronto Harbour Commissioners be requested to continue to undertake the maintenance dredging of
Keating Channel in 1992 and to fund 113 of the cost for the work;
, .
A-40 AUTHORITY MEETING #2/92, MARCH 27, 1992
31, KEATING CHANNEL DREDGING ICONTD.I
-Cost Sharing Proposal
THAT the City of Toronto be requested to fund a share of the cost of the work;
THAT the federal government, through the Minister of Transport and the Minister of Environment be requested
to restore funding for a share of the cost of dredging the Keating Channel;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized to take the necessary action to put a
funding agreement in place for 1992 including the execution of any documents.
CARRIED
32. ENCROACHMENTS ON AUTHORITY-OWNED METRO PARKLANDS
ThIs Item was recommended for approval at executIve CommIttee MeetIng '1/92, hald March 13, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Request for the Authority to participate in commencing legal action to deal with encroachment problems in
The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto affecting Authority-owned Metro Parklands.
R~s. #69 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Marie Muir
THAT the Authority Solicitors be authorized and instructed to participate with staff of The Municipality of
Metropolitan Toronto, in commencing legal action where required to recover possession of Authority-owned
land currently under agreement with The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto for Parkland purposes.
CARRIED
33. DEMOLITION, FORMER DOMTAR PROPERTY
-Don River Valley, Beechwood Drive, East York
ThIs Item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee MeetIng '1/92, hald March 13, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Concern about demolition of the smoke stack as part of the ongoing demolition contract.
Res. #70 Moved by: Eldred King
Seconded by: Gerri Lynn O'Connor
THAT staff be directed to alter the terms of the demolition contract at the former Domtar property so as to
preserve the existing smoke stack and any appropriate sections of the walls and roof of the adjacent boiler
room;
AUTHORITY MEETING #2/92, MARCH 27, 1992 A-41
33. DEMOLITION, FORMER DOMTAR PROPERTY ICONTD.1
-Don River Valley, Beechwood Drive, East York
. THAT the staff be directed to hold further discussions with the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, Borough
of East York and other interested parties concerning the feasibility of preserving the smoke stack and boiler
room and report to the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board;
AND FURTHER THAT the Authority advise The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto that if it is decided to
retain the smoke stack and boiler room, that the Authority could contribute up to $20,000 towards the cost of
stabilization of the structures.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At the Executive Meeting #1/92 held on March 13th, the following resolution was adopted:
"THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS THAT the staff contact the Municipality of
East York and other interested parties and report to Authority Meeting #2/92, to be held
March 27, 1992, on the demolition of the smoke stacks at the Domtar site."
Since January 1992, demolition of the former Domtar Paper Mill on Beechwood Drive in the city of East York
has been underway in accordance with the approvals issued previously by the Authority. A demolition permit
was obtained from the Borough of East York. On March 3rd, the Authority was notified of concerns, by
various individuals, for preservation of the smoke stack as an appropriate means of recognition of the historical
use of the property.
Authority staff has notified the demolition contractor to leave the boiler room and the entire smoke stack until
receipt of further direction. A review of the smoke stack and the boiler room has been conducted by an
architect and preliminary estimates of restoration costs have been obtained. A basic review of the historical
significance of the property and the chimney structure in particular, has been undertaken. The preliminary
structural review of the smoke stack was undertaken by Mr. David Eckler, Project Architect, Annau Associates
Architects Inc. Mr. Barry Charnish, P. Eng., of Yolles Partnership Ltd. is conducting a more detailed structural
review. The preliminary historical evaluation was undertaken by Ms. Anne M. de Fort-Menares of Resource
Data.
Ms. de Fort-Menares has reported that mills were first built In the Don Valley in 1795. A mill was established
'on the site in question in 1858, by the Taylor family. The mill on the subject site was the middle of three
mills, all operated by the Taylor family for various periods. The smoke stack on the property probably dates
from about 1860, although it was renovated in 1922 following a fire at the mill.
The Domtar Site is close to other heritage resources in the Don Valley. The Todmorden Mills Site is just
downstream, as is the Don Valley Brick Works Site, where extenSive restoration of industrial heritage buildings
is under consideration. However, it is felt that the smoke stack at the Domtar Site is an important part of the
recognition of the industrial heritage of the Don Valley.
Preliminary cost estimates associated with stabilizing the chimney and the adjacent building range from
$50,000 for the Chimney alone, to $250,000 for the chimney and the adjacent boiler room. Demolition costs
for the building and the chimney are minimal, however, the bOiler which is still on site has been found to
contain some asbestos insulation in its interior which will be expenSive to remove. Staff are considering the
possibility of permanently closing the boiler room in a way which would entomb the boiler, and therefore,
avoid the cost of additional asbestos removal. In this way, the cost of carrying out the demolition work and
additional work involved with total asbestos removal can be reduced by $34,000. It is believed that the
Chimney is structurally sound, although further investigations are underway to confirm the condition. It does
require extensive masonry work to repoint and replace many of the exterior bricks. It is likely that some
banding will also be required.
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33. DEMOLITION, FORMER DOMTAR PROPERTY (CONTD.1
-Don River Valley, Beechwood Drive, East York
RATIONALE
Given the concerns expressed by a number of individuals regarding the heritage value of the smoke stack, it
seems prudent to avoid demolition at least until a more complete assessment of the heritage value of this
structure has been completed.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
A structural assessment of the chimney needs to be completed. Metropolitan Toronto, the Authority and other
interested parties need to give further consideration to the long term feasibility of maintaining the smoke stack
and boiler room.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
It appears that MTRCA will have approximately $20,000 left within the various allocations associated with the
demolition and regulatory compliance concerning the Domtar Site. These funds could potentially be used to
offset part of the cost of stabilizing the structures.
CARRIED
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 1 :30 p.m., March 27, 1992.
William B. Granger W.A. McLean
Chairman Secretary- Treasurer
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~ 'MJrking Together for Tomorrow's Greenspace
'the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority
minutes A-43
AUTHORITY MEETING 24-APRIL- 1992 #3/92
Meeting #3/92 of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority was held on Friday,
April 24, 1992, in the Visitors Centre at Black Creek Pioneer Village. The Chair called the meeting to order at
10:05 a.m.
PRESENT Chair William Granger
Members Patrick Abtan
Lorna Bissell
Margaret Britnell
Victoria Carley
Lois Hancey
Eldred King
Frank McKechnie
Marie Muir
Paul Palleschi
Maja Prentice
Paul Raina
Deborah Sword
Kip Van Kempen
Richard Whitehead
Jim Witty
ABSENT Members Maria Augimeri
lIa Bossons
Mike Colle
Lois Griffin
Brian Harrison
Lorna Jackson
Joanna Kidd
Howard Moscoe
Richard O'Brien
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Peter Oyler
Donna Patterson
Bev Salmon
Frank Scarpitti
Joyce Trimmer
MINUTES
Res. #71 Moved by: Eldred King
Seconded by: Paul Raina
THAT Minutes of Meeting #2/92 be approved.
CARRIED
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CORRESPONDENCE
Res. #72 Moved by: Margaret Britnell
Seconded by: Victoria Carley
THAT the letter from Anita Isaac, dated April 21, 1992, re: Horse Licence Fee, be received.
CARRIED
The Chair informed the members that The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto members could not be in
attendance as the April 22, 1992, Council meeting was still in session.
1. REVIEW OF THE STRATEGY FOR THE PUBLIC USE OF AUTHORITY LANDS
-Presentation of the Consultants' Report
This Item was recommended for approval at Joint Water and Related Land Manageroent end Conservation end
Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting, held April 3, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
There is some degree of concern that The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation (MTRCAllands are
being developed for outdoor recreation activities that do not "fit" the image of that which some may perceive
the Authority should be doing. The Review was designed as a consultation process with representatives of its
funding partners, user and interest groups, agencies, staff and the general public leading to a vision and
recommendations to update the Strategy.
MOTION TO POSTPONE Moved by: Patrick Abtan
Res. #73 Seconded by: Paul Raina
THAT Item 1, Review of the Strategy for the Public Use of Authority Lands, be postponed to Authority
Meeting #4/92, to be held May 22, 1992.
CARRIED
2. AMENDMENT TO AUTHORITY FEE SCHEDULE
-Albion Hills Campground
This item was recommended for approval at the Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board
Meeting #1/92, held April 3,1992.
KEY ISSUE
Hydro service has been installed at the Albion Hills Campground at eleven sites. An amendment to the
Authority Fee Schedule is required to incorporate charges for these serviced sites.
Res. #74 Moved by: Eldred King
Seconded by: Lois Hancey
THAT the Authority Fee Schedule be amended to read:
11.0 For a permit to occupy an individual serviced campsite,
hook-ups, inclusive of general admission, per day;
AUTHORITY MEETING #3/92, APRIL 24, 1992 A-45
2. AMENDMENT TO AUTHORITY FEE SCHEDULE ICONTD.I
-Albion Hills Campground
1 1.1 at Indian Line, with hydro and water hook-ups, per night. $ 17.00
11.2 at Indian Line, with hydro and water hook-ups, per season. $ 1,700.00
11.3 at Albion Hills, with hydro hook-ups, per night. $ 16.00
CARRIED
3. HORSEBACK RIDING ON AUTHORITY PROPERTY
This hem was recommended for approval at Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board
Meeting #1/92, held April 3, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
The establishment of a policy regarding horseback riding on Authority property in order to clarify existing
practice and comply with Ontario Regulation 593/88.
Res. #75 Moved by: Eldred King
Seconded by: Margaret Britnell
THAT the following policy related to horseback riding on Authority property be adopted:
( 11 Horseback riding on Conservation Authority lands is by permit only as per Ontario Regulation 593/88;
121 Riding is permitted on Authority lands except for active use Conservation Areas and other sites as
designated. Any equestrian use will be subject to applicable municipal by-laws and management
agreements with municipalities and other agencies.
Properties where riding is generally restricted include those known as Glen Haffy Imain areal, Albion
Hills, Cold Creek, Kortright, Boyd, Claireville, Ebeneezer, Heart Lake, Bruce's Mill, Greenwood,
Petticoat Creek and Palgrave (during the ski seasonl;
(3) Permits are to be available upon request through the Conservation Areas Section subject to proof of
liability insurance coverage on horse and rider of a minimum of $1 million. A fee may be charged for
the permit with the permit being renewable on a yearly basis. Permits are non-transferrable and must
be carried by riders when on Authority property;
141 Access to Authority property must be by an approved access point as signified by a permissive sign.
Riders entering by any other access point are in contravention of Ontario Regulation 593/88;
151 Commercial riding operations are not permitted on Authority property except by agreement as
approved by the Authority;
161 Competitions or special events require a separate permit and would involve such terms and conditions
as mutually agreed upon;
(71 The Authority reserves the right to restrict access to properties or parts of properties deemed to be
environmentally sensitive either permanently or for certain time periods;
A-46 AUTHORITY MEETING #3/92, APRil 24, 1992
3. HORSEBACK RIDING ON AUTHORITY PROPERTY ICONTD.I
181 A permit may be revoked by the Authority at any time;
THAT a permit fee of $10.00 be charged for 1992;
THAT staff review the pOlicy at the end of one year and report back to the Conservation and Related Land
Management Advisory Board at that time.
THAT the horseback rider be permitted with a clearly visible identifying symbol appearing on the horses head
gear.
AND FURTHER THAT staff develop a pamphlet to be distributed to riders upon permit application, stating
Authority policy governing horseback riding on Authority lands.
MOTION TO POSTPONE Moved by: Kip Van Kempen
Seconded by: Eldred King
THAT staff review the permit fee for horseback riding on Authority land and report back.
THE MOTION TO POSTPONE WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NOT CARRIED
AMENDMENT #1 Moved by: Eldred King
Res. #76 Seconded by: Margaret Britnell
THAT a permit fee of $20.00 be charged for horseback riding on Authority lands.
AMENDMENT #1 WAS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
AMENDMENT #2 Moved by: Lois Hancey
Res. #77 Seconded by: Eldred King
THAT staff be directed to research the application of this policy to Tommy Thompson Park.
AMENDMENT #2 WAS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
4. LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT 1992-1994
-1992 Waterfront Monitoring Program
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#2/92, held AprU 3, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Continuation of the implementation of the Waterfront Monitoring Program in 1992.
Res. #78 Moved by: Paul Palleschi
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT staff be directed to continue the implementation of the Waterfront Monitoring Program at an estimated
cost of $1 12,000 in 1992, to be funded under the -Lake Ontario Waterfront Regeneration Project 1992-
1994-.
CARRIED
AUTHORITY MEETING #3/92, APRIL 24, 1992 A-47
5. LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT 1992-1994
-Ashbridges Bay Coatsworth Cut Dredging, City of Toronto
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#2/92, held April 3, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
To carry out emergency dredging within the Coatsworth Cut navigation channel at Ashbridges Bay, City of
Toronto.
Res. #79 Moved by: Paul Palleschi
Seconded by: Paul Raina
THAT staff be directed to proceed with emergency dredging in Coatsworth Cut, City of Toronto, under the
"Lake Ontario Waterfront Regeneration Project 1992-1994", at a total cost of $100,000 subject to receipt of
Provincial approval.
CARRIED
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6. COLONEL SAMUEL SMITH PARK MASTER PLAN AMENDMENT
This Item was recommend for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#2/92, held April 3, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
To obtain approval from the Authority for modifications to the Colonel Samuel Smith Master Plan to facilitate
public consultation, Metropolitan Toronto approval and submission of an exemption request under the
Environmental Assessment Act, which Plan was originally approved by The Municipality of Metropolitan
Toronto, the City of Etobicoke and finally the Environmental Assessment Board in December, 1980.
Res. #80 Moved by: Maja Prentice
Seconded by: Eldred King
THAT the revised Colonel Samuel Smith Master Plan, dated April 3, 1992, be approved in principle subject to
the approval of the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and public consultation;
THAT staff be directed to immediately prepare the necessary documentation and submit a request to the
Ministry of the Environment for an exemption under the Environmental Assessment Act for the revised Master
Plan dated April 3, 1992;
THAT The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto's approval, including comments from the City of Etobicoke and
the public be forwarded, upon their receipt, to the Ministry of the Environment for consideration of the
exemption request;
THAT if the comments and input of the City of Etobicoke, The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and the
public warrant consideration of substantive change to the April 3, 1992 Master Plan, staff be directed to
prepare a report on these changes for the Authority's consideration;
AND FURTHER THAT The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, the City of Etobicoke, the Ministry of the
Environment. the Ministry of Government Services, the Ministry of Natural Resources, the Royal Commission
on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront, the Lakeshore Yacht Club and Humber College be so advised.
CARRIED
A-48 AUTHORITY MEETING 113/92, APRIL 24, 1992
7. MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO V ALLEY AND SHORE[lNE REGENERATION PROJECT
1992 - 1996
-South Marine Drive Erosion Control Project, Lake Ontario Waterfront, City of Scarborough
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#2/92, held April 3, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Completion of the erosion control remedial works along the South Marine Drive sector of the Scarborough
Bluffs, City of Scarborough.
Res. #81 Moved by: Paul Palleschi
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT staff be directed to proceed with the final phase of erosion control and slope stabilization for the South
Marine Drive Erosion Control Project under the "Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto Valley and Shoreline
Regeneration Project 1992 - 1996" at a total cost of $50.000 subject to receipt of Provincial approval.
CARRIED
8. MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO VALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION PROJECT
1992-1996
-5 Kingsbury Crescent Erosion Control Project, Lake Ontario Waterfront, City of Scarborough
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#2/92, held April 3, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Carry out final design and construction of slope stabilization work at 5 Kingsbury Crescent. City of
Scarborough.
Res #82 Moved by: Paul Palleschi
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT staff be directed to proceed with the final engineering and Implementation of remedial works in the
vicinity of 5 Kingsbury Crescent, City of Scarborough. under the "Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto Valley
and Shoreline Regeneration Project 1992-1996", at a total cost of $ 1 75,000 subject to receipt of Provincial
approval.
CARRIED
9. DRAFT VALLEY AND STREAM CORRIDOR MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related lAnd Management Advisory Boerd Meeting
#2/92, held April 3, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
The Craft Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program has been prepared to update and consolidate the
Authority's goal, objectives, poliCies and implementation criteria for the watercourses and their related
landforms; to integrate the Authority's public safety responSibilities With its commitment to ecosystem
planning and management; and for the protection and regeneration of valley and stream corridors. The Draft
Program also reflects the information gained and recommendations adopted by the Authority during the
development of the Rouge River Watershed Comprehensive BaSin Management Strategy.
AUTHORITY MEETING #3/92, APRIL 24, 1992 A-49
9. DRAFT VALLEY AND STREAM CORRIDOR MANAGEMENT PROGRAM ICONTD.I
MOTION TO POSTPONE Moved by: Patrick Abtan
Res. #83 Seconded by: Paul Raina
THAT Agenda item 9, the Draft Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program, dated April 3, 1992, be
postponed to Authority Meeting #4/92, to be held May 22, 1992.
CARRIED
10. LAND ACQUISITION PROJECT 1987 - 1991 - WATERFRONT COMPONENT AND LAKE ONTARIO
WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT 1992 - 1994, PICKERING/AJAX SECTOR
-Gerald Scott MacWhirter and Ellen Claudette MacWhirter Property
This hem was recommended for approval at executive Meeting #2/92, held April 10, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Purchase of property located at 293"3 Lakeview Street, in the Pickering Beach Area of the Town of Ajax, under
wLand AcquiSition Project 1987 - 1991 W - Waterfront Component, and Lake Ontario Waterfront Regeneration
Project 1992 - 1994, PickeringlAjax Sector.
Res. #84 Moved by: Paul Palleschi
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT 0.230 acres, more or less, be purchased from Gerald Scott MacWhirter and Ellen Claudette MacWhirter,
said land being all of Lot 9, Registered Plan 250, Town of Ajax, Regional Municipality of Durham;
THAT the purchase price be $175,000.00, plus Vendor's legal costs;
THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing
service easements;
THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and
disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary
documentation required.
CARRIED
11. CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF SCARBOROUGH
-Request for a Permanent Easement for a Storm Sewer Outfall, South of Fallingbrook Drive
This Item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting #2/92, held April 10, 1992.
..
KEY ISSUE
Receipt of a request from the Corporation of the City of Scarborough to provide a permanent easement for a
storm sewer outfall located south of Fallingbrook Drive.
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A-50 AUTHORITY MEETING 13/92, APRIL 24, 1992
11. CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF SCARBOROUGH (CONTD.)
-Request for a Permanent Easement for a Storm Sewer Outfall, South of Fallingbrook Drive
Res. 185 Moved by: Paul Palleschi
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from the
Corporation of the City of Scarborough to provide a permanent easement for a storm sewer outfall located
south of Fallingbrook Drive;
AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its
objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to co-operate with the Corporation of
the City of Scarborough in this instance;
THAT a permanent easement containing 0.022 hectares, more or less, be granted to the Corporation of the
City of Scarborough for a storm sewer outfall, said land being Part of Road Allowance between Lots 34 and
35, Concession A, City of Scarborough, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto;
THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal, survey and other costs;
THAT said easement be subject to an Order in Council being issued in accordance with Section 21 (cl of the
Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 27;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action
may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any
documents.
CARRIED
12. TENDER OPENING SUB-COMMITTEE REPORT '1 B/92 - TENDER ED92-o1
- Colonel Sam Smith Park, City of Etobicoke, Site Servicing Phase 1
This Item was recommended tOf approval at Executive Committee Meeting 12/92, held April 10, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
The Tender Opening Sub-Committee opened tenders for ED92"()1 on March 27, 1992 (see Appendix TO.1/921.
The tenders received were referred to staff for review and a report.
Res. '86 Moved by: Eldred King
Seconded by: Jim Witty
THAT Tender ED92"()1 for Phase I site servicing at Colonel Samuel Smith Park, City of Etobicoke, be awarded
to Silvio Construction Co. Ltd. for $192,193.40 IPart AI and Sartor and Susin Ltd. for $160,557.03 IPart BI
subject to the approval of the Province of Ontario;
THAT staff be directed to enter into agreements with the Lakeshore Yacht Club and Humber College in
accordance with the conditions set out in this report and letters of approval fr?m the respective club and
sailing centre;
THAT the Authority carry the servicing costs for Club "B" which are estimated at $14,500, until this portion
of Colonel Samuel Smith Park is used or leased for a boating activity at which time the Authority be
reimbursed for the above capital costs plus administrative costs;
AUTHORITY MEETING 13/92, APRil 24, 1992 A-51
12. TENDER OPENING SUB-COMMITTEE REPORT '1B/92 - TENDER ED92-o1 (CONTD.I
- Colonel Sam Smith Park, City of Etobicoke, Site Servicing Phase 1
THAT the reimbursement of capital costs plus administrative costs to The Metropolitan Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority by Club -B- be incorporated into the future lease provisions with Metropolitan Toronto;
AND FURTHER THAT the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, the Lakeshore Yacht Club and Humber College
be so advised.
CARRIED
13. SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Res. #87 Moved by: Maja Prentice
Seconded by: Kip Van Kempen
THAT Section II of Executive Committee Minutes #2/92 be received and approved.
CARRIED
NEW BUSINESS
CHARGE CARD
Res. 188 Moved by: Kip Van Kempen
Seconded by: Margaret Britnell
THAT staff explore the use of an affinity charge card for The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation
AuthoritylConservation Foundation of Great Toronto as a revenue producing project.
CARRIED
HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL
Res. 189 Moved by: Richard Whitehead
Seconded by: Marie Muir
THAT staff be directed to develop a policy for recommendation to the Executive Committee for consideration
as a requirement of the tendering process, that tenders identIfy the final destination of all hazardous wastes,
construction materials, etc., to ensure environmentally sound management practices are associated with
projects involving Authority properties or assets.
CARRIED
TERMINA liON
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11 :30 p.m., April 24. 1992.
William B. Granger W.A. McLean
Chair Secretary- Treasurer
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~ IM:Jrking Together for Tomorrow's Greenspace
'the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority
minutes A-52
AUTHORITY MEETING 22-MAY-1992 #4/92
Meeting #4/92 of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority was held on Friday,
May 22, 1992, at the McMichael Canadian Collection in Kleinburg. The Chair called the meeting to order at
10:07 a.m.
PRESENT Chair William Granger
Members Patrick Abtan
Maria Augimeri
Lorna Bissell
Margaret Britnell
Victoria Carley
Lois Griffin
Lois Hancey
Brian Harrison
Eldred King
Marie Muir
Howard Moscoe
Richard O'Brien
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Paul Palleschi
Donna Patterson
Maja Prentice
Paul Raina
Bev Salmon
Deborah Sword
Joyce Trimmer
Richard Whitehead
Jim Witty
ABSENT Members lIa Bossons
Mike Colle
Lorna Jackson
Joanna Kidd
Frank McKechnie
Peter Oyler
Frank Scarpitti
Kip Van Kempen
MINUTES
Res. #52 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Howard Moscoe
THAT Minutes of Meeting #3/92 be approved.
CARRIED
A-53 AUTHORITY MEETING #4/92, MAY 22, 1992
CORRESPONDENCE
Res. #53 Moved by: Lois Hancey
Seconded by: Patrick Abtan
THAT the letter from The Honourable Peter North, Minister of Tourism and Recreation, dated April 16, 1992,
re: approval of Planning Grant for $ 71,500 to assist with a consultation process, site inventory and mapping,
and the development of trail signage guidelines for an inter-regional trail system within the juriSdiction of The
Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, be received.
CARRIED
1. REVIEW OF THE STRATEGY FOR THE PUBLIC USE OF AUTHORITY LANDS
-Presentation of the Consultants' Report .
This Item was recommended for approval at a Joint Water and Related Land Management and Conservation
and Related Land Managemant Advisory Board Meeting, held April 3, 1992.
A staff presentation was given by Tom Barber, Director, Community Relations.
KEY ISSUE
There is some degree of concern that The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation IMTRCAI lands are
being developed for outdoor recreation activities that do not "fit" the image of that which some may perceive
the Authority should be doing. The Review was designed as a consultation process with representatives of its
funding partners, user and interest groups, agencies, staff and the general public leading to a vision and
recommendations to update the Strategy.
Res. #54 Moved by: Lois Griffin
Seconded by: Brian Harrison
THAT the Review of the Authority Policies for the Public Use of Conservation Lands by The Rethink Group
dated March, 1992, be received;
THAT "Vision 2001 - Public Use of MTRCA Lands" be approved for discussion with the Province of Ontario,
member municipalities and other appropriate groups;
THAT "Vision 2001 - Public Use of MTRCA Lands" be circulated and written comments and resolution be
requested of member and local municipalities;
THAT staff be directed to use the recommendations as points of discussion;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to report to the Authority prior to the end of 1992 any changes that
may be required to its Strategy for the Public Use of its Lands.
CARRIED
AUTHORITY MEETING #4/92, MAY 22, 1992 A-54
2. DRAFT VALLEY AND STREAM CORRIDOR MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#2/92, held April 3, 1992.
A staff presentation was made by Dave Dyce, Manager, Resource Management.
KEY ISSUE
The Draft Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program has been prepared to update and consolidate the
Authority's goal, objectives, policies and implementation criteria for the watercourses and their related
landforms; to integrate the Authority's public safety responsibilities with its commitment to ecosystem
planning and management; and for the protection and regeneration of valley and $tream corridors. The Draft
Program also reflects the information gained and recommendations adopted by the Authority during the
development of the Rouge River Watershed Comprehensive Basin Management Strategy.
Res. #55 Moved by: Lois Hancey
Seconded by: Howard Moscoe
THAT the Draft Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program - April 3, 1992, be circulated to its member
and local municipalities, the Ministers of Natural Resources, Environment, Municipal Affairs and
Transportation, the Office of the Greater Toronto Area, non-government organizations and interested
professionals and residents within the watershed for comment by July 31, 1992;
THAT the municipalities be requested to comment specifically on Section 8: Conserving Valley and Stream
Corridors through Municipal Planning;
THAT the Draft Program be provided to the Commission on Land Use Planning and Development Reform for
consideration in their review of the planning process;
THAT staff be directed to develop and implement a public consultation process to facilitate public review of
the Draft Program;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board on the
comments received regarding the proposed Program pOlicies to enable the finalization and adoption of the
Program prior to the end of 1992.
AMENDMENT Moved by: Lois Hancey
Res. #56 Seconded by: Howard Moscoe
THAT the comments requested in paragraph one of the resolution be received by September 30, 1992.
THE AMENDMENT WAS ................................................... CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
A-55 AUTHORITY MEETING #4/92, MAY 22,1992
3. THE DON WATERSHED TASK FORCE
-Report of the Terms of Reference, Membership Selection and Reporting Procedures
This Item was recommended for approval at Water end Related Lend Management Advisory Boerd Meeting
#3/92, held May 1, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Terms of Reference, Membership Selection and Reporting Procedures for the formation and operation of the
Don Watershed Task Force.
Res. #57 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT the Terms of Reference, Membership Selection and Reporting Procedures for the Don Watershed T~sk
Force, as set out in Appendix WA. 1 0/92, be approved;
THAT the Authority direct staff to request local and regional municipalities within the Don River Watershed to
appoint a council member, and an alternate to the Task Force by July 30, 1992.
THAT the Authority direct staff to invite applications from Don River watershed residents to participate on the
Task Force;
THAT a three-person selection committee be established, including two members of the Water and Related
Land Management Advisory Board and the Director of Water Resource Division, to review all applications from
watershed residents;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the full Authority on the proposed membership of the Task Force for
endorsement and formal appointment.
CARRIED
4. THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO ,VALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION
PROJECT 1992-1996
-Kingsbury Crescent Erosion Control Project, Lake Ontario Waterfront, City of Scarborough
This Item was recommended for approvel at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#3/92, held May 1, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Continuation of the construction of shoreline erosion control works along the Kingsbury Crescent sector of the
Scarborough Bluffs, City of Scarborough.
Res. #58 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT staff be directed to proceed with the next phase of construction of the Kingsbury Crescent Erosion
Control Project, City of Scarborough, under the "Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto Valley and Shoreline
Regeneration Project 1992-1996", at a total cost of $275,000, subject to receipt of Provincial approval.
CARRIED
AUTHORITY MEETING #4/92, MAY 22,1992 A-56
5. THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO VALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION
PROJECT 1992 - 1996
- Fishleigh Drive Erosion Control Project, Lake Ontario Waterfront, City of Scarborough
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#3/92, held May 1, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
To continue with the construction of the erosion control works along the Lake Ontario shoreline adjacent to
Nos. 33-83 Fishleigh Drive in the City of Scarborough.
Res. #59 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT staff be directed to proceed with the next phase of the construction of the erosion control works
adjacent to Nos. 33-83 Fishleigh Drive, City of Scarborough, under the "Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto
Valley and Shoreline Regeneration Project 1992-1996", at a total cost of $300,000, subject to receipt of
Provincial approval.
. CARRIED
6. ROUGE RIVER STRATEGY - IMPLEMENTATION COMMITTEE
- 1991 Progress Report
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#3/92, held May 1, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
To provide the Rouge River Strategy - Implementation Committee 1991 Progress Report.
Res. #60 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT the Rouge River Strategy - Implementation Committee 1991 Progress Report IAppendix WR. 17/921 be
received;
THAT the Progress Report be sent to all provincial ministries, municipalities and non-governmental
organizations involved with the Rouge River Strategy for their information;
AND FURTHER THAT each agency or organization involved with the Rouge River Strategy be circulated the
Rouge River Strategy Implementation Committee's Work Plan for future budgetary and program development
information.
CARRIED
A-57 AUTHORITY MEETING #4/92, MAY 22, 1992
7. CARAVAN STAGE COMPANY
-Tommy Thompson Park
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#3/92, held May 1, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Staff has been requested to permit the use of Tommy Thompson Park for part of a Caravan Stage Company
production during the 1992 du Maurier World Stage at Harbourfront.
Res. #61 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT Caravan Stage Company be granted permission to use a portion of Tommy Thompson Park for part of
the 1992 production of "The Coming", subject to agreement between the MTRCA, the Toronto Harbour
Commissioners and the Caravan Stage Company;
THAT staff be directed to develop and execute a formal agreement with the Toronto Harbour Commissioners
and the Caravan Stage Company with respect to the use of the Leslie Street Spit for these activities;
AND FURTHER THAT all interest groups including the Aquatic Park Sailing Club be advised of this activity.
CARRIED
8. CONSTRUCTED WETLANDS FOR STORMWATER MANAGEMENT
-Research
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#3/92, held May 1, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Completion of research by Mark E. Taylor and Associates. Findings are presented in two reports entitled,
Constructed Wetlands for Stormwater Manaaement - An Annotated Biblioaraohv and A Review.
Res. #62 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT the staff report, dated 1992.04.15, on the completion of research by Mark E. Taylor and Associates
into the use of constructed wetlands for stormwater management. be received for information;
THAT staff be directed to pursue opportunities to work cooperatively with other agencies and public groups in
promoting the implementation of a pilot constructed wetland;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to secure funding to support the aforementioned pilot project.
CARRIED
AUTHORITY MEETING #4/92, MAY 22,1992 A-58
9. LAND ACQUISITION PROJECT 1987 - 1991 AND LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGENERATION
PROJECT 1992 - 1994
-James Giblin Ward and Cecelia Eva Ward Property
This Item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting #3192, May 8, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Purchase of property on the Lake Ontario Waterfront, located at 2 Wynnview Court, City of Scarborough,
under "Land Acquisition Project 1987 - 1991" - Waterfront Component and Lake Ontario Waterfront
Regeneration Project 1992 - 1994, Scarborough Sector.
Res. #63 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT 0.381 acres, more or less, be purchased from James Giblin Ward and Cecelia Eva Ward, said land being
Part of Lot 3, Registered Plan 4257, designated as Parts 3 and 5 on Plan 64R-1 q715 together with a right-of-
way over Part 6 on Plan 64R- 10715, City of Scarborough, The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto;
THAT the purchase price be $599,995.00 with $349,995.00 payable on or before July 31, 1992, and the
balance payable on or before July 31, 1993, plus Vendor's legal costs;
THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing
service easements;
THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to closing for land transfer tax. legal costs and
disbursements are to be paid;
THAT the City of Scarborough be requested to deed The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority the right-of-way over Part 6 on Plan 64R- 10715, City of Scarborough;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary
documentation required.
CARRIED
10. TENDER OPENING SUB-COMMITTEE REPORT #4/92
-Supply of Quarry Stone to Kingsbury and Fishleigh Erosion Control Projects
This Item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting #3/92, May 8, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
The Tender Opening Sub-Committee opened tenders (see Appendix TO. 1 0/921 for the supply and delivery of
quarry stone on April 24, 1992 and recommended that all tenders be referred to staff for review and report.
Res. #64 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT tenders ED92-04 and ED92-Q5 for supply of rip rap stone be awarded to Wiles Transport Company
Limited at a total cost of $51,039 and supply of armourstone be awarded to Steetley Quarry Products at a
total cost of $ 1 17,700.
CARRIED
A-59 AUTHORITY MEETING #4/92, MAY 22, 1992
11. SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Res. #65 Moved by: Deborah Sword
Seconded by: Eldred King
THAT Section II of Executive Committee Minutes #3/92, held May 8, 1992, be received and approved.
CARRIED
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 1 1 :20 a.m., May 22, 1992.
William B. Granger W.A. McLean
Chair Secretary-Treasurer
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~ IM:Jrking Together for Tomorrow's Greenspace
'the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority
minutes A-60
AUTHORITY MEETING 26-JUNE-1992 #5/92
Meeting #5/92 of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority was held on Friday,
June 26, 1992, in the Visitors Centre at Black Creek Pioneer Village. The Chair called the meeting to order at
10:00 a.m.
PRESENT Chair William Granger
Members Patrick Abtan
Maria Augimeri
Lorna Bissell
Margaret Britnell
Victoria Carley
Lois Griffin
Lois Hancey
Brian Harrison
Lorna Jackson
Eldred King
Frank McKechnie
Howard Moscoe
Marie Muir
Richard O'Brien
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Peter Oyler
Paul Palleschi
Donna Patterson
Paul Raina
Bev Salmon
Frank Scarpitti
Joyce Trimmer
, Kip Van Kempen
Richard Whitehead
Jim Witty
ABSENT Members lIa Bossons
Mike Colle
Joanna Kidd
Maja Prentice
Deborah Sword
MINUTES
Res. #66 Moved by: Richard O'Brien
Seconded by: Frank McKechnie
THAT Minutes of Meeting #4/92 be approved.
CARRIED
A-61 AUTHORITY MEETING #5/92, JUNE 26, 1992
DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST
Jim Witty declared a conflict in Agenda Item 18, Project for the Acquisition of the Sandbury Building
Corporation Property, Frenchman's Bay Area, Town of Pickering.
Marie Muir declared a conflict, as an employee of the City of Toronto, in Agenda Item 24, Lower Don River
Flood Plain and Agenda Item 25, Proposed 1993 Canadian Formula One Powerboat Grand Prix.
CORRESPONDENCE
Res. #67 Moved by: Paul Palleschi
Seconded by: Lois Hancey
THAT the correspondence from Rysa Hanna, Executive Committee, Friends of Frenchman's Bay, dated June
25, 1992, re: Proposed Sandbury Homes Lands Acquisition, be received.
CARRIED
1. BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE
-Amendment to Authority Fee Schedule
This item was recommended for approval at Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board
Meeting #2/92, June 5, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Revision and reduction of fees for after-hours use of Black Creek Pioneer Village to reflect lower labour costs.
Res. #68 Moved by: Peter Oyler
Seconded by: Paul Raina
THAT the Authority Fee Schedule, Item 33.0, be amended to read:
ITEM DESCRIPTION PST GST 1992 1992
8% 7% BASE GROSS
33.0 For the after-hours use of Black
Creek Pioneer Village, including
staffing, commencing within one-half
hour of normal closing time and
subject to a three-and-one-half hour
maximum;
33.1 for the use of the Village grounds 0.00 24.50 350.00 374.50
only from May to September.
33.2 for the use of the Village grounds 0.00 31.50 450.00 481.50
only from October to April.
33.3 including the use of three 0.00 90.65 1295.00 1385.65
buildings.
33.4 including the use of four buildings. 0.00 1 1 1.65 1595.00 1706.65
33.5 including the use of six b'uildings. 0.00 132.65 1895.00 2027.65
33.6 including the use of eight 0.00 153.65 2195.00 2348.65
buildings.
CARRIED
AUTHORITY MEETING #5/92, JUNE 26, 1992 A-62
2. BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE
-Appointment of Honourary Reeve
This item was recommended for approval at Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board
M&eting #2/92, June 5, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Appointment of Mr. Fred Napoli as Honourary Reeve of Black Creek Pioneer Village for a one year term
commencing July 1, 1992.
Res. #69 Moved by: Peter Oyler
Seconded by: Paul Raina
THAT Mr. Fred Napoli, host of the C.F.R.B. program "Owls Nest" be appointed to serve as Honourary Reeve of
Black Creek Pioneer Village for a one year term commencing July 1. 1992.
CARRIED
3. 1992 CONSERVATION AREAS DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
- Program and Funding Adjustments
This item was recommended for approval at Conservation and Related Lancl Management Advisory Board
Meeting #2/92, June 5, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Program and funding adjustments for the 1992 Planning and Development Program.
Res. #70 Moved by: Peter Oyler
Seconded by: Paul Raina
THAT the changes to the Planning and Development program, dated June 5, 1992, Table 1, be approved;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be authorized and directed to implement the 1992 Planning and Development
Program as amended.
CARRIED
4. ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE POLICY
-Amendments
This item was recommended for approval at Finance and Administration Meeting #2/92, June 12, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Staff report on proposed amendments to the Accounts Receivable Policy, as recommended by the Finance and
Administration Board at its meeting #1/92.
Res. #71 Moved by: Peter Oyler
Seconded by: Paul Raina
THAT the Accounts Receivable Policy as adopted by the Authority at its meeting on July 26, 1991. be
amended to:
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4. ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE POLICY (CONTD.)
-Amendments
111 Impose overdue charges on all outstanding invoices, not just those issued after July 31,
1991;
121 Direct staff not to pursue the collection of interest charges where the amounts unpaid are
less than $100.00; and
(3) Provide that prior to suspension of collection proceedings for amounts Iprincipal and interestl
equal to or in excess of $2,500, staff shall advise the Finance and Administration Advisory
Board prior to seeking approval 9f the Executive Committee.
CARRIED
5. THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF BRAMPTON .
-Request for a permanent easement for a storm sewer on the north and south sides of
Conservation Drive, east of Highway # 1 0
This Item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting #4/92, June 12, 1992. Additional
Information was received and presented to the Authority.
KEY ISSUE
Receipt of a request from the Corporation of the City of Brampton to provide a permanent easement for a
storm sewer located on the north and south sides of Conservation Drive, east of Highway # 10.
BACKGROUND
In accordance with the information provided to the members of the Executive Gommittee at meeting #4/92, on
June 12, 1992, staff have carried out extensive negotiations with representatives of the developers and staff
of the City of Brampton and respectfully submit that the compensation package is fair and reasonable.
The proposed storm sewer will service a number of developments on the west side of Hwy #10. The master
drainage plan is being revised to allow the storm drainage from the developments to be facilitated across
Authority-owned lands into the main Etobicoke Creek.
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Time is of the essence in this instance, as construction will cross a school property and it is essential that this
work be carried out during the summer season.
The subject lands were acquired from L.H. Bertam in May, 1962, under the Snelgrove Dam and Reservoir
Project and First City Development Corporation Limited and Heart Lake Developments Co. Ltd. in February
1986, under the Flood Plain and Conservation Component of the Land Acquisition Project, Etobicoke Creek
Watershed.
Res. #72 Moved by: Paul Palleschi
Seconded by: Lois Hancey
THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from
The Corporation of the City of Brampton to facilitate an alternative storm drainage proposal under a change to
the approved master drainage plan and provide a permanent easement for a storm sewer to assist
Vaughanwood Developments Ltd. and Gibson Lake Holdings Inc., Great-L Developments Ltd. and Mazurka
Construction Limited to proceed with their developments, in the vicinity of Hwy #10 and Conservation Drive;
AUTHORITY MEET1NG #5/92, JUNE 26, 1992 . A-64
5. THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF BRAMPTON ICONTD.1
-Request for a permanent easement for a storm sewer on the north and south sides of
Conservation Drive, east of Highway # 1 0
AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its
Objectives as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to cooperate with the Corporation of
the City of Brampton, Vaughanwood Developments Ltd. and Gibson Lake Holdings Inc., Great-L Developments
Ltd. and Mazurka Construction Limited in this instance;
THAT a permanent easement containing 0.309 hectares, more or less be granted to the Corporation of the
City of Brampton for a storm sewer to facilitate development, said lands being Parts of Lots 15 and 16,
Concession 1, East of Hurontario Street, City of Brampton, Regional Municipality of Peel and illustrated as Part
3 on Plan of Survey prepared by W. M. Fenton Limited Surveyors under Job No: 515-15-92-1 and Part 2 on
Plan prepared by W. M. Fenton Limited Surveyors under Job No: 515-15-92-2;
THAT the Authority request the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources to grant an easement across the
subject lands on the following terms and conditions:
la) The easement price is to be the sum of $250,000., which is to be paid by the development group,
plus all legal and survey costs incurred to complete the transaction;
Ibl Prior to commencing construction, a full archaeological review is to be prepared to the satisfaction of
the Authority's archaeological staff with provision being made for the developers to fund such a study
and carry out any resulting work required;
Icl All disturbed areas are to be restored to the satisfaction of the Authority as soon as possible after
completion of construction;
(dl The development group will provide $200,000. to The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority for rehabilitation work including the provision for terrestrial and aquatic habitat enhancement
in the valley and any necessary erosion control work;
Ie) All work is to be engineered and constructed in a manner to allow the Authority to retain the option of
future reservoir construction at this location;
If) Sediment control measures in a manner satisfactory to the Authority are to be practised during
construction; .
Igl The Corporation of the City of Brampton is to be responsible for any repairs or maintenance required
in the future and for indemnifying the Authority from any and all claims arising from the construction;
(hI Any additional considerations as deemed appropriate by the Authority solicitor;
THAT said easement be subject to an Order-in-Council being issued in accordance with Section 211cl of the
Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action
may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any
documents.
CARRIED
A-65 AUTHORITY MEETING #5/92, JUNE 26, 1992
6. LAND ACQUISITION PROJECT 1987 - 1991 AND FLOOD PLAIN AND CONSERVATION COMPONENT
-Torontario Construction Limited, Humber River Watershed
This Item was recommended for approval at executive Committee Meeting #4/92, June 12, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Purchase of property located on the west side of Clarence Street in the Woodbridge area of the City of
Vaughan, under wLand Acquisition Project - 1987 - 1991 W - Flood Plain and Conservation Component - Humber
River Watershed.
Res. #73 Moved by: Howard Moscoe
Seconded by: Frank McKechnie
THAT 5.928 acres, more or less, be purchased from Torontario Construction Limited, said land being an
irregular shaped parcel of land being Part of Lots 12 and 13, Concession 8, City of Vaughan, Regional
Municipality of York, consisting of land situate on the west side of Clarence Street in the WOOdbridge area of
the City of Vaughan;
THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal costs;
THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing
service easements;
THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and
disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary
documentation required.
CARRIED
7. FULL AUTHORITY REVIEW OF PL.:ANNING APPLICATIONS
This Item was recommended for approval at executive Committee Meeting #4/92, June 12, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Evaluation of the City of Scarborough Council Resolution, and subsequent Authority direction, regarding a
mechanism to accommodate Authority review of Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law
Amendment/Rezoning, and Site Plan Control applications.
Res. #74 Moved by: Lois Hancey
Seconded by: Lois Griffin
THAT when Authority staff are aware of conflicts between Municipal Council Objectives and Authority pOliCies
on site specific development applications that staff report to the Executive Committee for direction on how to
proceed.
CARRIED
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8. 1993 ACAO BIENNIAL TOURICONFERENCE PLANNING COMMITTEE
This Item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting #4/92, June 12, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Members to be appointed to the 1993 ACAO Biennial TourlConference Planning Committee.
Res. #75 Moved by: Peter Oyler
Seconqed by: Paul Palleschi
THAT the following members sit on the joint planning committee for the 1993 ACAO Biennial
Tour/Conference: William B. Granger, Chair of the Authority; Marie Muir, member; Richard O'Brien, member;
Donna Patterson, member.
CARRIED
9. 1992 ACAO BIENNIAL CONFERENCE
-September 13 - 16, 1992 .
This Item was recommended for epproval at Executive Committee Meeting #4/92, June 12, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
The 1992 Biennial Conference - September 13 - 16, 1992, in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario.
Res. #76 Moved by: Peter Oyler
Seconded by: Paul Palleschi
THAT William B. Granger. Chair of the Authority, Donna Patterson, Member, and William A. McLean, Chief
Administrative Officer, be authorized to attend The Association of Conservation Authorities of Ontario 1992
Biennial Conference - September 13 . 16, 1992, in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, and that their expenses in
connection therewith be paid. .
. CARRIED
10. -A PROGRAM FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE GREATER TORONTO REGION TRAIL SYSTEM -
PHASE I-
This Item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting #4/92, June 12, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Implementation of the program must be delayed one year due to the timing of funding and project approvals.
Res. #77 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Richard O'Brien
THAT a "A Program for the Establishment of the Greater Toronto Region Trail System - Phase I", which was
adopted by the Authority on January 10, 1992, and scheduled for implementation in 1992-1993 be deferred
to 1993-1994;
AND FURTHER THAT the planning and public participation component of the program, estimated to cost
$ 1 43,000, be implemented in 1992.and be funded by the Ontario Ministry of Tourism and Recreation grant of
$ 71 ,500 and from matching revenues from the Recreation, Restoration and Development Reserve.
CARRIED
A-67 AUTHORITY MEETING #5/92, JUNE 26, 1992
11. THE CONSERVATION FOUNDATION OF GREATER TORONTO
-Appointment and Re-appointment of Members
This Item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting #4/92, June 12, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Appointment and reappointment of members to The Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto.
Res. #78 Moved by: Peter Oyler
Seconded by: Paul Palleschi
THAT Mr. R.J. Burgar, Mr. W.A. McLean, and Mr. M.J. Wilson be appointed members of The Conservation
Foundation of Greater Toronto for a three-year term, June 1, 1992 to June 1, 1995;
AND FURTHER THAT the following members of The Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto continue for
a further three-year term: Mr. H.H. Clare, May 8, 1992 to May 8, 1995; Mr. W.B. Granger, April 13, 1992 to
April 13, 1995; Mr W.B. Misener, April 17, 1992 to April 17. 1995; Mrs. D.M. Patterson, May 12, 1992 to
May 12, 1995 and Mr. G.W. Patterson, April 17, 1992 to April 17. 1995.
CARRIED
12. TREMCO LIMITED
-Request for a permanent easement for a, storm sewer at the rear of 220 Wicksteed Avenue,
Borough of East York
This item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting #4/92, June 12, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Receipt of a request from Tremco Limited to provide a permanent easement for a storm sewer located at the
rear of 220 Wicksteed Avenue in the Borough of East York.
Res. #79 Moved by: Peter Oyler
Seconded by: Paul Palleschi
'THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from
Tremco Limited to provide a permanent easement for a storm sewer located at the rear of 220 Wicksteed
Avenue in the Borough of East York;
AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority that it is In the best interests of the Authority in furthering its
objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authofltles Act. to co-operate with Tremco Limited in
this instance;
THAT a permanent easement containing 0.14 hectares. more or less. be granted to Tremco Limited for a
storm sewer, said lands being Part of Lot 10, Concession 3, F.T,B., Borough of East York. The Municipality of
Metropolitan Toronto, as shown on a plan prepared by Pro-Eng BUildings Limited under their drawing no.65 1 -3;
THAT consideration is to be the sum of $2.00, together With provISion of a Letter of Credit, suitable liability
insurance coverage, payment of the Authority's legal costs and any other conditions deemed appropriate by
the Authority's solicitor;
THAT said easement be subject to an Order in .Council being Issued in accordance with Section 21 Ic) of the
Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authonzed and directed to take whatever action
may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any
documents.
CARRIED
AUTHORITY MEETING #5/92, JUNE 26, 1992 A-68
13. CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF SCARBOROUGH
-Request for a permanent easement for a storm sewer and a leachate drainage interceptor, south of
Kingston Road, west of Brimley Road
This Item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting #4/92, June 12, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Receipt of a request from the Corporation of the City of Scarborough to provide a permanent easement for a
storm sewer and a leachate drainage interceptor located south of Kingston Road, west of Brimley Road.
Res. #80 Moved by: Peter Oyler
Seconded by: Paul Palleschi
WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from the
Corporation of the City of Scarborough to provide a permanent easement for a storm sewer and leachate
drainage interceptor located south of Kingston Road, west of Brimley Road;
AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its
objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to co-operate with the Corporation of
the City of Scarborough in this instance;
THAT a permanent easement containing 0.74 hectares, more or less, be granted to the Corporation of the City
of Scarborough for a storm sewer and a leachate drainage interceptor being Part of Lot 25, Concession B, and
Part of the Water Lot in Lake Ontario in front of Lot 25, Concession B, City of Scarborough, Municipality of
Metropolitan Toronto;
THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal, survey and other costs;
THAT said easement be subject to an Order in Council being issued in accordance with Section 21 Icl of the
Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized, and directed to take whatever action
may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any
documents.
CARRIED
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14. SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
.Res. #81 Moved by: Lois Hancey
Seconded by: Brian Harrison
THAT Section II of Executive Committee Minutes #4/92, held June 12, 1992, be received and approved.
CARRIED
15. PROPOSED WEST HUMBER, HIGHLAND CREEK AND NORTH HUMBER TRAIL EXTENSIONS BY THE
MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO, PARKS AND PROPERTY DEPARTMENT
This Item was recommended for approval at Water end Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#5/92, June 19, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
In accordance with the agreement between the Authority and The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto,
Authority approval must be obtained for development proposals prior to their implementation. The Municipality
of Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Property Department has proposed trail extensions to the North Humber,
West Humber and Highland Creek trails over the next five year period.
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A-69 AUTHORITY MEETING #5/92, JUNE 26, 1992
15. PROPOSED WEST HUMBER, HIGHLAND CREEK AND NORTH HUMBER TRAIL EXTENSIONS BY THE
MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO, PARKS AND PROPERTY DEPARTMENT ICONTD.)
Res.. #82 Moved by: Howard Moscoe
Seconded by: Margaret Britnell
THAT the Master Plans for the West Humber, Highland Creek and North Humber Trail Extensions as proposed
by The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Property Department be approved.
AMENDMENT Moved by: Howard Moscoe
Res. #83 Seconded by: Margaret Britnell
THAT staff report back to the Authority pertaining to a link between Steeles Avenue and Dufferin Street.
THE AMENDMENT WAS ................................................... CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CARRIED
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16. MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO VALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION
PROJECT 1992-1996
-49 and 51 Troutbrooke Drive, City of North York
This Item was recommended for approval at Weter and Ralated Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#5/92, June 19, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Report on the slope instability at the rear of Nos. 49 and 51 Troutbrooke Drive, in the City of North York and
status of the site within the Metropolitan Toronto Valley and Shoreline Regeneration Project 1992 - 1996.
Res. #84 Moved by: Lois Hancey
Seconded by: Howard Moscoe
THAT no major remedial works be carried out at this time at Nos. 49 and 51 Troutbrooke Drive in the City of
North York, Black Creek Watershed;
THAT the Authority direct staff to continue to monitor the site on a regular basis;
THAT the Authority direct staff to work with the owners to try and improve the condition of the Slope through
clean up and plantings if a suitable access agreement can be reached.
THAT the matter be referred to The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto Encroachment Review Committee
and appropriate staff of the MTRCA consult with the Encroachment Review Committee and report back to the
Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board.
AND FURTHER THAT the referral to the Encroachment Review Committee include No. 47 Troutbrooke Drive.
CARRIED
AUTHORITY MEETING #5/92, JUNE 26, 1992 A-70
17. TORONTO ISLANDS SHORELINE HAZARDS REVIEW
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Ralated Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#5/92, June 19, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Responding to a request from The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto for information concerning the
susceptibility of the residential portions of Toronto Islands to flooding and erosion.
Res. #85 Moved by: Peter Oyler
Seconded by: Paul Palleschi
THAT the Toronto Islands Shoreline Hazards Review Report be received;
THAT staff be directed to forward copies of this report to The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, the City
of Toronto, Waterfront Regeneration Trust, Ministry of Natural Resources and Ministry of Municipal Affairs;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to report to the Authority upon receipt of further details from Ministry
of Natural Resources with respect to the proposed funding of shoreline management studies and protection
works.
. CARRIED
DELEGATION
Res. #86 Moved by: Richard O'Brien
Seconded by: Kip Van Kempen
THAT Councillor Doug Wellman of the Town of Pickering and Margaret Hilpert be heard regarding the project
for the acquisition of the Sandbury Building Corporation Property, Frenchman's Bay Area. Town of Pickering.
CARRIED
18. PROJECT FOR THE ACQUISITION OF THE SANDBURY BUILDING CORPORATION PROPERTY
-Frenchman's Bay Area I Town of Pickering
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and RelMed land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#5/92, June 19, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Adoption of a project to acquire 21 acres, more or less of waterfront land in the Town of Pickering from
Sandbury Building Corporation.
Res. #87 Moved by: Richard O'Brien
Seconded by: Kip Van Kempen
THAT the WProject for the Acquisition of the Sandbury Building Corporation Property, Frenchman's Bay Area,
Town of PickeringW be adopted;
THAT the Town of Pickering and the Regional Municipality of Durham be requested to approve the project and
contribute an amount of $500,000 towards the cost of the prOJect;
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A-71 AUTHORITY MEETING #5/92, JUNE 26, 1992
18. PROJECT FOR THE ACQUISITION OF THE SANDBURY BUILDING CORPORATION PROPERTY
-Frenchman's Bay Area I Town of Pickering ICONTD.1
THAT the Province of Ontario be requested to approve the project and contribute $500,000.00 towards the
cost of the project;
T'HA T pursuant to Section 24 of the Conservation Authorities Act, the approval of The Ontario Municipal
Board be requested if required;
THAT Authority officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to',complete the transaction,
including obtaining any additional approvals which may be deemed necessary and the execution of any
necessary documents;
THAT upon completion of the acquisition by the Authority, the lands be placed under Management Agreement
with the Town of Pickering for Parks and Conservation purposes;
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AND FURTHER THAT the Management Plan, when developed, be brought back to the Water and Related Land
Management Advisory Board for approval.
AMENDMENT Moved by: Patrick Abtan
Res. #88 Seconded by: Joyce Trimmer
THAT in view of current economic conditions, staff be directed to renegotiate a lower purchase price;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report to a subsequent meeting.
THE AMENDMENT WAS ............................................... NOT CARRIED
MAIN MOTION. ON A RECORDED VOTE YEA NAY
Patrick Abtan Brian Harrison
Maria Augimeri
Lorna Bissell
Margaret Britnell
Victoria Carley
Lois Griffin
Lois Hancey
Lorna Jackson
Eldred King
Frank McKechnie
Howard Moscoe
Marie Muir
Richard O'Brien
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Peter Oyler
Paul Palleschi
Donna Patterson
Paul Raina
Bev Salmon
Frank Scarpitti
Joyce Trimmer
Kip Van Kempen
Richard Whitehead
William Granger
THE MAIN MOTION WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
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AUTHORITY MEETING #5/92, JUNE 26, 1992 A-72
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19. METRO TORONTO AND REGION REMEDIAL ACTION PLAN
-Update on MTRCA Involvement
This Item was recommended for approval at Water end Related Land Menagement Advisory Board Meeting
#5/92, June 19, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
The Metropc:>litan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (MTRCAI adoption of the Metro Toronto and
Region Remedial Action Plan lRAPI goals and list of MTRCA projects that received 1992 RAP Funding.
Res. #89 Moved by: Maja Prentice
Seconded by: Lois Hancey
THAT the report, dated 1992.06.01, regarding the Metro Toronto and Region Remedial Action Plan goals and
The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority projects that received 1992 RAP funding be
received for information;
AND FURTHER THAT the goals established by the Metro Toronto and Region Remedial Action Plan be adopted
in principle by The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority for incorporation as appropriate in
its programs and projects.
CARRIED
20. TREE PLAN CANADA
This Item was recommended for approval at Water end Ralated Lend Menagement Advisory Board Meeting
#5/92, June 19, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Undertake community tree planting projects on properties of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority IMTRCAI as part of the Federal Government's Tree Plan Canada Program.
Res. #90 Moved by: Peter Oyler
Seconded by: Paul Palleschi
THAT the staff report on the Tree Plan Canada Program be received;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to take the necessary actions including the execution of any documents
to participate in the Tree Plan Canada Program by undertaking community tree planting projects on properties
of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority.
CARRIED
21. THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO VALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION
PROJECT 1992 - 1996
-Guildwood Parkway Erosion Control Proj'ect, Lake Ontario Waterfront, City of Scarborough
This Item was recommended for approval at Water end Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#5/92, June 19, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Continuation of the erosion control project along the Guildwood Parkway sector of the Scarborough Bluffs,
City of Scarborough.
A-73 AUTHORITY MEETING #5/92, JUNE 26, 1992
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21. THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO VALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION
PROJECT 1992 - 1996 ICONTD.)
-Guildwood Parkway Erosion Control Project, Lake Ontario Waterfront, City of Scarborough
Res. #91 Moved by: Peter Oyler
Seconded by: Paul Palleschi
THAT staff be directed to proceed with the next phase of construction of the Guildwood Parkway Erosion
Control Project, City of Scarborough, under the -MuniCipality of Metropolitan Toronto Valley and Shoreline
Regeneration Project 1992-1996- at a total cost of $350,000.
CARRIED
22. LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT 1992-1994
-Bluffers Waterfront Park, City of Scarborough
.
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Boerd Meeting
#5/92, June 19, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
To carry out a flow monitoring program for the main sewage pumping station at Bluffers Park, City of
Scarborough. .
Res. #92 Moved by: Peter Oyler
Seconded by: Paul Palleschi
THAT staff be directed to invite proposals from consultants to carry out a flow monitoring program for the
main sewage pumping station, Bluffers Park, City of Scarborough, at a total cost of $50,000.
CARRIED
23. BUDGET PREPARATION - 1993 PROJECT FILES
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#5/92, June 19, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
In preparation of the 1993 budget submission to the Province, it will be necessary to develop project files for
all proposed capital projects, studies, major maintenance and for the Conservation Services Program for review
and priority ranking by the Ministry of Natural Resources IMNRI.
Res. #93 Moved by: Peter Oyler
Seconded by: Paul Palleschi
.
THAT the staff be directed to prepare projects files for the projects listed herewith and submit them to the
Ministry of Natural Resources.
CARRIED
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24. LOWER DON RIVER FLOOD PLAIN, CITY OF TORONTO
-Flood Plain Management Strategy
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Boerd Meeting
#5/92, June 19, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
The cancellation of the Ataratiri Project and the referral of the site planning to the Royal Commission on the
Future of the Toronto Waterfront has resulted in the development of a revised ~Iood plain management
strategy for the Lower Don River Flood Plain, City of Toronto.
Res. #94 Moved by: Peter Oyler
Seconded by: Paul Palleschi
THAT the status report on the revised flood plain management strategy for the Lower Don River, City of
Toronto be received. .
CARRIED
25. PROPOSED 1993 CANADIAN FORMULA ONE POWERBOAT GRAND PRIX, OUTER HARBOUR
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#5/92, June 19, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
To report on the issues related to the Proposed 1993 Canadian Formula One Powerboat Grand Prix in the
Outer Harbour and impact on the public use of Tommy Thompson Park.
Res. #95 Moved by: Richard O'Brien
Seconded by: Paul Palleschi
THAT the report on the Proposed 1993 Canadian Formula One Powerboat Grand Prix in the Outer Harbour be
received;
THAT the Authority request the City of Toronto to address, prior to any approval, the impact details of such
an event on the Tommy Thompson Park Interim Management Program in terms of public access, parking,
Tommy Thompson Park van service, noise and crowd control along the environmentally significant edge of the
park in the Outer Harbour;
THAT the comments be forwarded to the City ot'Toronto, The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, the Royal
Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront, and the Toronto Harbour Commissioners.
AND FURTHER THAT prior to final approval staff report back to the Water and Related Land Management
Advisory Board on how the City will address the environmental issues raised by the Authority.
CARRIED
MOTION
Res. #96 Moved by: Richard O'Brien
Seconded by: Paul Palleschi
THAT the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board believes that Formula One Powerboat Grand
Prix races at the Toronto waterfront have a negative impact on the conservation of our natural environment
and, therefore, is philosophically opposed to all such races.
CARRIED
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26. SPECIAL EVENTS ON AUTHORITY LANDS
KEY ISSUE
At Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting #5/92, June 19, 1992, staff were requested
to compile a list of events which have been approved or not approved on Authority land over the past two
years. Staff were also asked to provide information, if available, on what environmental impacts, if any,
resulted.
Res. #97 Moved by: Richard O'Brien
Seconded by: Paul Palleschi
THAT the staff report listing events which have been approved or rejected on Authority lands over the past
two years be received for information.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The following list is provided for the members information.
TOMMY THOMPSON PARK
Reviewed and Aooroved by the Authority
- 1991 Manulife Ride For Heart
- Caravan Stage Company production of "the coming"
Reviewed and Aooroved bv Staff
- Annual Terry Fox Run
- Annual Variety Club Bike-a-thon
- Annual Christmas Bird Counts
- Annual Mid-Winter Waterfowl Inventory
- Annual Friends of the Spit Viewing Day
- 1992 MS Society Walk-a-thon
- ' Lake Ontario Racing Council - sailboat race monitoring Icar access only I
- Seniors for Nature Tour - 1991
- Elderhostel Tour - 1992
- Misc. College and University Student Tours
- Misc. Wildlife and Botanical Studies
- Various Commercial filming and photography
The first section lists the proposals that have been dealt with and approved by ~he Authority. The second
section lists those that have been dealt with and approved by staff.
In each case, the proposals and requests for access have been approved on the basis that they will not have
any impacts on the natural features of the site, nor will they impede the regular interim park operations. In all
cases but one. there has been no impacts caused by these activities. In the case of the Manulife Ride for
Heart, the impacts on the regular park operations were cited as grounds for rejecting subsequent requests for
this activity at Tommy Thompson Park. ,
CONSERV A TION AREAS
The following are public requests for use of our property which, except for the boat race proposed for
Claireville, were turned down by staff for environmental reasons.
The Grand Prix boat race was reviewed by the Authority and supported the staff recommendation to reject this
proposal.
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26. SPECIAL EVENTS ON AUTHORITY LANDS ICONTD.)
Qm Reauest
March 1991 Parachute Competition - Heart Lake
- denied due to problem of helicopter noise
May 1991 Request for a Grand Prix power boat race on the Claireville Reservoir was rejected by
the Authority.
May 1992 Ropes Course - Brampton Day Camp at Heart Lake
- construction proposed in ESA
August 1991 Filming permit - Nashville
- wanted to crash vehicle into watercourse and explode it
June 1992 Filming permit - Claireville Reservoir .
- request to burn vehicle in reservoir
.
27. METROPOLITAN WATERFRONT TRAIL WORKING COMMITTEE: INTERIM TRAIL ALIGNMENT
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#5/92, June 19, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
To receive a status report on the Metropolitan Waterfront Trail Working Committee and interim trail alignment.
Res. #98 Moved by: Peter Oyler
Seconded by: Paul Palleschi
THAT the report on the Metropolitan Waterfront Trail Working Committee and the interim trail alignment be
received for information.
CARRIED
28. LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGENERATION
- Pilot Projects
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#5/92, June 19, 1992.
KEY ISSUE ,
Implementation on a pilot project basis of Habitat Rehabilitation projects along the Toronto Waterfront.
Res. #99 Moved by: Kip Van Kempen
Seconded by: Lois Hancey
THAT the staff report on the Habitat Rehabilitation Pilot Projects be received.
CARRIED
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NEW BUSINESS
INTERIM WASTE MANAGEMENT
Res. #100 Moved by: Howard Moscoe
Seconded by: Margaret Britnell
THAT the Executive Committee be requested to review the question of where Authority waste is landfilled
from a policy perspective.
ON A RECORDED VOTE YEA NAY
Margaret Britnell Patrick Abtan
Victoria Carley Lorna Bissell
Frank McKechnie Lois Griffin
Howard Moscoe Lois Hancey
Marie Muir Brian Harrison
Bev Salmon Lorna Jackson
Joyce Trimmer Eldred King
Richard Whitehead Richard O'Brien
William Granger Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Peter Oyler
Paul Palleschi
Donna Patterson
Paul Raina
Frank Scarpitti
Kip Van Kempen
Jim Witty
THE MOTION WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .NOT CARRIED
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 12:00 a.m., June 26. , 992.
William B. Granger W.A. McLean
Chair Secretary- Treasurer
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AUTHORITY MEETING 24-JULY-1992 #6/92
Meeting #6/92 of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority was held on Friday,
July 24, 1992, in the Visitors Centre at Black Creek Pioneer Village. The Chair called the meeting to order at
10:05 a.m.
PRESENT Chair William Granger
Members Patrick Abtan
Lorna Bissell
lIa Bossons
Victoria Carley
Lois Hancey
Brian Harrison
Frank McKechnie
Howard Moscoe
Marie Muir
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Peter Oyler
Paul Palleschi
Paul Raina
Bev Salmon
Frank Scarpitti
Deborah Sword
Richard Whitehead
Jim Witty
ABSENT Members Maria Augimeri
Margaret Britnell
Mike Colle
Lois Griffin
Lorna Jackson
Joanna Kidd
Eldred King
Richard O'Brien
Donna Patterson
Maja Prentice
Joyce Trimmer
Kip Van Kempen
MINUTES
Res. #1 01 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Frank McKechnie
THAT Minutes of Meeting #5/92 be approved.
CARRIED
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DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST
Marie Muir, as an employee of the City of Toronto, declared a conflict in Agenda Items 2 and 3, Tommy
Thompson Park Revised Master PlanlEnvironmental Assessment, and did not participate in discussion or vote
on these matters.
Deborah Sword, as a member of a consulting committee for the Interim Waste Authority, declared a conflict in
Agenda Item 6. Interim Waste Authority, and did not participate or vote on this matter.
Brian Harrison, as a member of Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System, declared a conflict in Added
Agenda Item 8, OMERS Special Report on Proposed Ontario Investment Fund, and did not participate or vote
on this matter.
CORRESPONDENCE
Res. #102 Moved by: Paul Raina
Seconded by: Brian Harrison
THAT the correspondence from Suzanne Barrett, Director of Environmental Studies, Royal Commission on the
Future of the Toronto Waterfront, dated June 15, 1992, and the correspondence from Verna J. Higgins,
Professor, University of Toronto and Chair of the Botany Conservation Group, dated July 20, 1992, both
regarding the Revised Tommy Thompson Park Master Plan, May, 1992, be received.
CARRIED
Res. #103 Moved by: Peter Oyler
Seconded by: Patrick Abtan
THAT the correspondence from Robert Given, on behalf of the Heritage Etobicoke Foundation, Etobicoke
Historical Board, New Toronto Historical Society, Long Branch Historical Society, Citizens for Lakeshore
Greenway Etobicoke Chapter, Queen's York Rangers Museum, Toronto Field Naturalists, Metro Toronto Area
Heritage Groups, dated July 21, 1992, re: 200th Anniversary of the Founding of Toronto and 40th
Anniversary of The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, be received and referred to staff with input requested
from Metro Parks and Property Department;
AND FURTHER THAT this letter also be referred to Canadian National Exhibition Officials.
CARRIED
ADDED AGENDA ITEMS
Res. #104 Moved by: Paul Palleschi
Seconded by: Jim Witty
THAT added Agenda Items 8 and 9 be accepted for consideration.
CARRIED
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1. "A PROGRAM FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE GREATER TORONTO REGION TRAIL SYSTEM"
- Trail Signage Contract
KEY ISSUE
To award a contract to prepare Trail Signage Guidelines as part of the Program for the establishment of a
, Greater Toronto Region Trail System. (See Appendix TO.17/921
Res. #105 Moved by: Howard Moscoe
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT quotation #P.S.3, a contract for the preparation of Trail Signage Guidelines be awarded to EDA
Collaborative Inc. in the total sum of $24,075 (P.S.T. and G.S.T. includedl.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority has been working on trail management issues in
the Greater Toronto Area for several years. Past efforts have Included visiting a variety of trail management
jurisdictions; preparing a book on Trail Design Guidelines; and, completing a report and mapping for Trail Route
Analysis.
The purpose of the Trail Signage study is to collect information on the types of signage that are most
appropriate for inter-regional scale trails through the greenways of our watersheds.
The objectives of the study are to examine trail signage and trail marking needs for walking (including the
disabled I, hiking, jogging, cycling, equestrian, and cross country skiing. The focus will be on directional.
interpretive. regulatory and informational signage in the following manner:
(1 ) Identify current trail and related signage standards for municipal (local and regional), public
and private agency and provincial scale trails;
(21 Collect relevant material from national and international agencies on trail design, construction,
installation and maintenance standards;
(31 Consult with representative municipal and provincial agencies on trail signage issues and
concerns;
(41 Prepare signage design, construction. installatIOn and maintenance guidelines for each type of
public trail use.
Proposals were requested from eight qualified consulting firms and the following submitted proposals:
. Victor Ford & Assoc.
. Fleisher Rideout Partnership Inc.
. E.D.A Collaborative
. IBI Group Consultants
FINANCIAL DETAILS
The cost of the study has been included in the 1992 Planning and Development budget and approved by the
Authority with financial support from the Ministry of Tourism and Recreation and the Recreational Restoration
and Development Reserve.
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2. TOMMY THOMPSON PARK REVISED MASTER PLAN/ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
- May, 1992
This Item was recommended for approval at Water end Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#4/92, held May 27, 1992.
Larry Field, Manager, Waterfront Planning, gave the staff presentation to the Authority on the Revised Tommy
Thompson Park Master Plan/Environmental Assessment.
Five delegations had requested to address the Authority on this item. Henry Graupner withdrew his request
prior to the meeting and Wilma Harniman was delayed, however, her presentation will be circulated to
Authority Members for information.
The following delegations were heard by the Authority:
Darcy Chadwick, Vice Commodore of the Aquatic Park Sailing Club
John Carley, Co-chair of Friends of the Spit
Alf Jenkins, Executive Director of the Ontario Sailing Federation
KEY ISSUE
To recommend a revised Tommy Thompson Park Master Plan for approval to Authority Meeting #6/92, to be
held July 24, 1992, and obtain direction to resubmit the Revised Master Plan to the Minister of the
Environment for approval under the Environmental Assessment Act.
Res. #106 Moved by: Paul Raina
Seconded by: Howard Moscoe
THAT the Tommy Thompson Park Revised Master Plan dated May, 1992, be approved;
THAT staff be directed to prepare an addendum including documentation of the public comments on the
Revised Master Plan IMay, 19921 and submit it along with the Tommy Thompson Park Master
PlanlEnvironmental Assessment document IJuly, 19891 to the Minister of the Environment for approval under
the Environmental Assessment Act;
THAT the Revised Master Plan IMay, 19921 be forwarded to The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto for
approval in accordance with the provisions of the 1972 Waterfront Agreement.
THAT the Revised Master Plan IMay, 19921 be forwarded to the Ministry of Natural Resources;
THAT the Authority continue to utilize committees such as the Natural Areas Advisory Committee, a physical
planning committee with the Aquatic Park Sailing Club and Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Property
Department, and a working committee with cycling experts to address the specific cyclists needs, in advisory
capacities during the detailed design and implementation stages of the Revised Master Plan;
AND FURTHER THAT the Ministry of the Environment, the Ministry of Natural Resources, The Municipality of
Metropolitan Toronto, the City of Toronto, the Toronto Harbour Commissioners, the Royal Commission on the
Future of the Toronto Waterfront, the Tommy Thompson Park Natural Areas Advisory Committee, the Aquatic
Park Sailing Club and the Outer Harbour Sailing Federation be 'so advised.
AMENDMENT #1 Moved by: Howard Moscoe
Res. #107 Seconded by: Lorna Bissell
THAT the Master Plan for Tommy Thompson Park include a public transit component to ensure access to the
spit.
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2. TOMMY THOMPSON PARK REVISED MASTER PLANIENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
- May, 1992
AMENDMENT #2 Moved by: Peter Oyler
Res. #108 Seconded by: lIa Bossons
THAT the words public transit component in amendment #1 be deleted, and replaced by park transportation
service.
AMENDMENT #2, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
AMENDMENT #1, AS AMENDED, WAS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .cARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CARRIED
3. TOMMY THOMPSON PARK REVISED MASTER PLAN/ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
- May, 1992
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#5192, held June 19, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
To report on the correspondence and written submissions received on the Tommy Thompson Park
Revised Master PlanlEnvironmental Assessment, May, 1992.
Res. #109 Moved by: Paul Raina
Seconded by: Deborah Sword
THAT the report on the correspondence and written submissions for the Tommy Thompson Park Master
Plan/Environmental Assessment May, 1992, be received;
THAT a Working Committee be established composed of representatives of the Aboriginal community,
Metropolitan Toronto, the City of Toronto, the Royal Commission on the Future of the Toronto Waterfront and
The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority to explore opportunities for providing .Sweat
Lodges. within Metropolitan Toronto;
, ,
AND FURTHER THAT this Report be considered in conjunction with the May 27, 1992, Board
recommendations on the Tommy Thompson Park Revised Master P1anlEnvironmental Assessment - May, 1992
at Authority Meeting #6/92, on July 24, 1992.
CARRIED
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4. TEMPORARY TRAFFIC CIRCLE
-Brimley Road, Bluffers Park - City of Scarborough
This item was recommended for approval at executive Committee Meeting #5/92, held July 10, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Approval of the Authority for a temporary traffic circle on Authority lands off Brimley Road immediately south
of Barkdene Hills.
Res. #110 Moved by: Peter Oyler
Seconded by: Patrick Abtan
THAT the construction of a temporary traffic circle by the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto Parks and
Property Department, with participation of the City of Scarborough, on Authority lands off Brimley Road
immediately south of Barkdene Hills be approved;
THAT the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Property Department and the City of Scarborough
Works and Environment Department be so advised.
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back on the status of the parking proposed for the.toplands.
CARRIED
5. 1992 FINANCIAL PROGRESS REPORT NO.1 AND APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS
-March and April, 1992
This Item was recommended for approval at Finance and Administration Advisory Board Meeting #2/92,
June 12, 1992, and at Executive Committee Meeting #5/92, held July 10, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
The Board is presented with the first of four financial progress reports covering the four months ended May 3,
199.2, together with a request for approval of the accounts for March and April, 1992.
Res. #111 Moved by: Peter Oyler
Seconded by: Patrick Abtan
THAT the Financial Progress Report No.1, dated May 3, 1992, Appendix FA.32/92, be received;
AND FURTHER THAT expenditures for the months of March and April, 1992, in the amount of $4,004,100, be
approved.
CARRIED
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6. INTERIM WASTE AUTHORITY
- Long List of Candidate Sites
Durham, Peel and York/Metro
This Item was recommended for approval at Executive, Committee Meeting #5/92, held July 10, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
To respond to the Interim Waste Authority with respect to the Long List of Candidate Sites for future landfill in
the Regional Municipalities of Durham, Peel and YorklMetro.
Res. #112 Moved by: Peter Oyler
Seconded by: Patrick Abtan
THAT the staff report on the Interim Waste Authority's Long List of Candidate Sites in Durham, Peel and
YorklMetropolitan Toronto, be received;
THAT staff be directed to continue to participate in the Government Reviewers process to ensure that adopted
Authority program, policy and project interests are addressed;
THAT staff notify the Interim Waste Authority of the specific Authority interests affected on a site by site
basis;
THAT the Interim Waste Authority and the Minister of the Environment be advised that the Authority considers ,
its lands and those lands it has designated as necessary for the protection of the Greenspace system to be
unsuitable for use as a sanitary landfill site, by their characteristics as floodplain, hazard and valleyland,
environmentally significant areas and conservation lands;
AND FURTHER THAT, although the Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program has yet to be endorsed
by the Authority's watershed municipalities and adopted by the Authority, the principles of valley and stream
corridor protection, to ensure the environmental integrity of watersheds, is integral to the Authority's 1989
Greenspace Strategy and should be recognized and incorporated into the Interim Waste Authority's site
selection process.
CARRIED
7. SECTION II . ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Res. #113 Moved by: Lois Hancey
Seconded by: Jim Witty
THAT Section II of Executive Committee Minutes #5/92, held July 10, 1992, be received and approved.
CARRIED
A-85 AUTHORITY MEETING #6/92, JULY 24, 1992
8. OMERS SPECIAL REPORT ON PROPOSED ONTARIO INVESTMENT FUND
KEY ISSUE
OMERS has prepared a special report responding to the Ontario Government's proposed Ontario Investment
Fund and is requesting member support.
Res. #114 Moved by: Howard Moscoe
Seconded by: Lois Hancey
THAT The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority advise the Premier of the Province of
Ontario that the Authority strongly opposes any proposal to invest funds from the Ontario Municipal
Employees Retirement System with any purpose, priority or goal other than to fund the penSions of the
contributors;
THAT the Premier of the Province of Ontario be advised that The Metropolitan Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority speCifically opposes the proposal to use OMERS funds to invest in any long term
growth industries through a crown corporation as part of an economic renewal strategy;
AND FURTHER THAT The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority endorses the efforts of the
OMERS Board to resist the proposal of the Provincial Government to use the OMERS pension fund to invest in
growth industries in Ontario through a crown corporation and that the OMERS Board be so advised.
CARRIED
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BACKGROUND
The Authority is in receipt of the attached speCial report to Members of OMERS describing the position of
OMERS on the proposed Ontario Investment Fund. The OMERS Special Report is self explanatory with the key
points of concern being:
111 the Ontario Investment Fund is not necessary;
(21 the Board is the trustee of the OMERS fund and legally must invest the fund for the exclusive
benefit of OMERS members and pensioners;
131 if the Ontario Investment Fund was established, voluntary participation must be guaranteed.
Over the years, the employees of the MTRCA have gained confidence in OMERS' ability to effectively manage
their retirement savings. Such confidence was slow in coming. It developed because OMERS was able to
demonstrate to its many members that a broadly based and sound investment policy was in place, managed
by a joint employee/employer board for the exclusive use of the members.
Staff believe very strongly that government interference for whatever purpose in the investment pOlicy of
retirement funds will be greeted with cynicism and anger by those who contribute a significant portion of their
earnings to these funds. The government's proposed Ontario Investment Fund financed through public sector
pension plans will be seen as undue interference by plan members.
These difficult times bring enough uncertainties for employees of the Authority and their families without
raising concerns about the long term viability of their retirement savings. Staff believe that on behalf of the
252 employees of the Authority who are members of OMERS the Authority should strongly support the
pOSition taken by the OMERS' Board of Directors.
AUTHORITY MEETI'NG #6/92, JULY 24, 1992 A-86
9. STORMWATER BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
- Agreement with Ministry of the Environment
KEY ISSUE
Agreement with the Ministry of the Environment and hiring of consultant to undertake projects in support of
the development of a Stormwater Best Management Practices Manual.
Res. #115 Moved by: Howard Moscoe
Seconded by: Patrick Abtan
THAT the Authority enter into an agreement with the Ministry of the Environment to assist the Ministry in
undertaking projects that will promote the Best Management Practices approach to managing stormwater in
urban and urbanizing areas;
THAT Marshall Macklin Monaghan Limited be retained by the Authority at a cost not to exceed $18,000, to
undertake these projects in consultation with the Ministry;
AND FURTHER THAT the Provincial Ministry of the Environment provide funding in the amount of $20,000 to
cover the cost of the study and the Authority's administration costs.
. CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The Ministry of the Environment IMOEI in cooperation with the Association of Conservation Authorities of
Ontario IACAOI, other provincial and local government agencies, as well as non-government organizations,
such as the Conservation Council of Ontario, is preparing a Stormwater Quality Best Management Practices
(BMPI Planning and Design Manual. The MOE contracted with Marshall Macklin Monaghan Limited (MMM
Ltd.) to assist them in this endeavour. The Project Advisory Committee has recommended a need for
additional meetings with each of the three primary review agenCies in Ontario and an additional workshop
involving representatives from those agencies. These meetings are essential to refine and unify existing
agency guidelines for BMP implementation. There is currently widespread variation in guidelines due to
regional differences, different interpretations of mandate, and the opinions and experience of personnel
involved. The additional meetings/workshop would represent an extension to the original MMM Ltd. contract.
The MOE has asked the MTRCA to enter into an agreement with them to expedite these activities. As part of
the agreement, the Authority has been asked to retain Marshall Macklin Monaghan Ltd. to organize and run the
additional meetings and workshops.
RATIONALE
MTRCA staff represent the ACAO on the Project Advisory Committee for the Stormwater BMP Planning and
Design Manual Project. The goal of the project is to develop a manual which will, among other things, follow
an ecosystem-based approach, provide technical guidance to regulatory staff, planners and designers of BMPs,
and improve the approval process by consistency of BMP selection. As a member of ACAO and a member of
the Advisory Committee, Authority staff is very supportive of this project. MTRCA staff endorse the need for
these additional agency meetings to provide valuable input to the BMP Manual, and staff support the need to
minimize any unnecessary delays that may interfere with the timely production of this manual.
The Ministry of the Environment followed its approved Purchasing Policy, which involved a tendering process,
when they selected the consultant for the original project contract. Marshall Macklin Monaghan Ltd. was the
successful bidder. Authority staff believe that MMM Ltd. should also be retained to carry out these additional
meetingslworkshop, which are integral to the original project.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
The Ministry of the Environment will provide complete funding for this work 1$20,0001, and will reimburse the
Authority for administrative costs incurred, in the amount of 10% of the total value of the agreement.
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NEW BUSINESS
TOMMY THOMPSON PARK TRANSPORTATION SERVICE
MOTION OF REFERRAL Moved by: Peter Oyler
'Res. #116 Seconded by: Patrick Abtan
THAT the current park transportation service available at Tommy Thompson Park to the public at large be
funded on a cost shared bases between The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and the
Aquatic Park Sailing Club.
AND FURTHER THAT the question of the user fee policy for such transportation service be referred back to
the Finance and Administration Advisory Board and the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board
for its consideration and recommendations to the Authority.
CARRIED
Res. #117 Moved by: Victoria Carley
Seconded by: Howard Moscoe
THAT staff be directed to provide clarification of the leasing arrangements with all existing sailing clubs on
MTRCA lands and Metro lands for review by the Authority members to assist in decision making.
CARRIED
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11 :30 a.m., July 24, 1992.
William B. Granger J.C. Mather
Chair Acting Secretary-Treasurer
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AUTHORITY MEETING 21 -AUGUST - 1992 #7/92
Meeting #7/92 of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority was held on Friday,
August 21, 1992, in the Visitors Centre at Black Creek Pioneer Village. The Chair called the meeting to order
at 10:00 a.m.
PRESENT Chair William Granger
Members Patrick Abtan
", Maria Augimeri
:. lIa Bossons
Margaret Britnell
.' Victoria Carley
Lois Griffin
Lois Hancey
Brian Harrison
Lorna Jackson
Eldred King
Frank McKechnie
Marie Muir
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Peter Oyler
Maja Prentice
Paul Raina
Bev Salmon
Frank Scarpitti
Deborah Sword
Joyce Trimmer
Richard Whitehead
Jim Witty
ABSENT Members Lorna Bissell
Mike Colle
Joanna Kidd
Howard Moscoe
Richard O'Brien
Paul Palleschi
Donna Patterson
Kip Van Kempen
MINUTES
Res. #118 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT Minutes of Meeting #6/92 be approved.
CARRIED
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CORRESPONDENCE
Letter to Mr. James A. French, Chair of Rouge Valley Park Advisory Committee, from The Honourable C.J.
Wildman, dated August 12, 1992, re: Recommended Management Plan.
1. . POSITION OF THE CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERISECRETARY TREASURER
Res. # 1 1 9 Moved.by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT the order of business be suspended and Agenda Item 8, Consideration of Appointment of the Chief
Administrative OfficerlSecretary Treasurer be considered at this time;
AND FURTHER THAT the Board move to closed session.
CARRIED
The board rose from closed session.
Res. #120 Moved by: Frank Scarpitti
Seconded by: Paul Raina
THAT the actions taken in camera that J. Craig Mather be appointed to the position of Chief Administrative
OfficerlSecretary Treasurer;
THAT the appointment be effective October 1, 1992;
THAT the starting salary for the appointment be at the SM 10, entry level;
AND FURTHER THAT the Chair of the Authority conduct performance appraisals with Mr. Mather during the
sixth and twelfth months of the appointment, be confirmed.
Joyce Trimmer requested that an additional motion in respect of the appointment of the Chief Administrative
OfficerlSecretary Treasurer be put. The Chair ruled that an additional motion would have to be considered
under New Business. The ruling of the Chair was challenged.
Res. #121 Moved by: Lois Hancey
Seconded by: Patrick Abtan
THAT the motion of the Chair be upheld.
ON A RECORDED VOTE YEA YEA NAY
Patric~ Abtan Marie Muir Joyce Trimmer
Maria Augimeri Maja Prentice
lIa Bossons Paul Raina
Margaret Britnell Bev Salmon
Victoria Carley Frank Scarpitti
Lois Griffin Deborah Sword
Lois Hancey Richard Whitehead
Brian Harrison Jim Witty
Lorna Jackson William Granger
Eldred King
THE MOTION TO UPHOLD THE CHAIR WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION IRes. #120) WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
AUTHORITY MEETING #7/92, AUGUST 21, 1992 A-90
1. POSITION OF THE CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERISECRET ARY TREASURER ICONTD.I
APPOINTMENT OF J. CRAIG MATHER
, The Chair congratulated Mr. J. Craig Mather on his appointment as Chief Administrative OfficerlSecretary
Treasurer and expressed appreciation on behalf of the Authority, to the Executive Committee and Kaye
MacDonald, Personnel Officer, for the many long hours spent on this search.
2. THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO
-Request for a Permanent Easement for a forcemain, west of 42nd Street in Marie Curtis Park.
City of Etobicoke
KEY ISSUE
Receipt of a request from The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto to provide a permanent easement for a
forcemain located west of 42nd Street in Marie Curtis Park, City of Etobicoke.
Res. #122 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: lIa Bossons
THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from
The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto to prOVide a permanent easement for a forcemain west of
42nd Street in Marie Curtis Park, City of Etobicoke;
AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best' interests of the Authority in furthering its
objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authoflties Act, to co-operate with The Municipality
of Metropolitan Toronto in this instance;
THAT a permanent easement containing 0.158 hectares, more or less, be granted to The Municipality of
Metropolitan Toronto for a forcemain, said lands being Part of Lots 340 - 350 inclusive and Part of Hilo Road,
Registered Plan 2172, City of Etobicoke, The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, designated as Part 2 on
Plan 64R-3055;
THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal. survey and other costs;
THAT said easement be subject to an Order in Council belflO Issued In accordance with Section 21 (c) of the
Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authoflzed and directed to take whatever action
may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtalnll'lQ of necessary approvals and the execution of any
documents.
CARRIED
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3. THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF AJAX
-Request for a Permanent Easement for a storm water management facility and outfall on the
west side of Elizabeth Street, north of Highway #2
KEY ISSUE
Receipt of a request from The Corporation of the Town of Ajax to provide a permanent easement for a storm
water management facility located on the west side of Elizabeth Street, north of Highway #2.
Res. #123 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: lIa Bossons
THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from
The Corporation of the Town of Ajax to provide a parcel of Authority land to facilitate a storm water
management facility and provide a permanent easement to assist John Boddy Developments Ltd., 784745
Ontario Ltd. Inc., Lebrek Developments Limited in conjunction with Lawrence Avenue Group Ltd. and
Sherwood Forest Holding Inc. IThe Developers Group) to proceed with their developments, in the vicinity of
Hwy. #2 and Elizabeth Street;
AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its
objectives as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to cooperate with The Corporation of
the Town of Ajax, John Boddy Developments Ltd., 784745 Ontario Ltd. Inc., Lebrek Developments Limited in
conjunction with Lawrence Avenue Group Ltd. and Sherwood Forest Holding Inc. in this instance;
THAT a permanent easement containing 1.188 hectares, more or less be granted to The Corporation of the
Town of Ajax for a storm water management facility and appurtenances to facilitate development, said land
being Part of Lots 16 & 17, Concession 2, and Part of the road allowance between Lots 16 and 17,
Concession 2, Town of Ajax, Regional Municipality of Durham and designated as Parts 1 to 6 inclusive on Plan
of Survey prepared by Marshall Macklin Monagha!" Ontario Limited, Ontario Land Surveyors under
Drawing No. 20.91.011-17.
THAT the Authority request the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources to grant an easement across the
subject land on the following terms and conditions:
la) The easement price is to be a conveyance to the Authority in fee simple of 10 acres, more or less of
Flood .Plain and Valley Land, being part of the former Goldman Property, consisting of Part of Lot 17,
Concession 2, Town of Ajax, Regional Municipality of Durham, together with the sum of $100,000.,
which is to be paid by The Developers Group to the Authority, plus all legal and survey costs incurred
to complete the transaction;
(b) Prior to commencing construction, a full archaeological review is to be prepared to the satisfaction of
the Authority's archaeological staff with provision being made for The Developers Group to fund such
a study and carry out any resulting work required;
Icl All disturbed areas are to be restored to the satisfaction of the Authority as soon as possible after
completion of construction;
Idl Terrestrial and aquatic enhancements, all as included in Pond Naturalization Concept Plan, dated
June, 1992, under Project No. 92-438, prepared by Basciano, O'Connor Landscape Architects, are to
be carried out to the satisfaction of the Authority;
leI Sediment control measures in a manner satisfactory to the Authority are to be practised during
construction;
If) The Corporation of the Town of Ajax is to be responsible for any repairs or maintenance required in
the future and for indemnifying the Authority from any and all claims arising from the construction and
payment of all taxes;
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3. THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF AJAX ICONTD.1
-Request for a Permanent Easement for a storm water management facility and outfall on the
west side of Elizabeth Street, north of Highway #2
(gl Any additional considerations as deemed appropriate by the Authority solicitor;
THAT said easement be subject to an Order-in-Council being issued in accordance with Section 21 (cl of the
Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27.
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action
may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any
documents.
CARRIED
4. MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORPNTO VALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION
PROJECT 1992 - 1996
-Kingsbury Crescent Area I City of Scarborough
Lake Ontario Waterfront
Owen Andrew Langevin
KEY ISSUE
Settlement of compensation for expropriation of a partial taking of a residential property on the Lake Ontario
Waterfront, located at 1 Kingsbury Crescent, City of Scarborough, The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto.
Res. #124 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: lIa Bossons
THAT settlement of compensation for 0.1 17 acres, more or less of vacant land, expropriated from Owen
Andrew Langevin on March 1, 1988, be completed. Said land being Part of Block E, Registered Plan 1538,
City of Scarborough, The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto;
THAT the compensation be $2.00, plus payment of costs, together with provision of a survey of the
claimant's remaining property;
THAT the Authority receive a Quit Claim Deed and General Release from all claims resulting in any way from
the expropriation;
THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred i~cidental to closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and
disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary
documentation required.
CARRIED
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5. LAND ACQUISITION PROJECT 1987-1991 WATERFRONT COMPONENT AND LAKE ONTARIO
WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT 1992-1994
-Town of Pickering Sector
-Fairport Beach Ratepayers Association Property
KEY ISSUE
Purchase of property on the Lake Ontario Shoreline located at Fairport Beach, Town of Pickering under "Land
Acquisition Project 1987 - 1991 - Waterfront Component and Lake Ontario Waterfront Regeneration Project
1992 - 1994, Pickering Sector".
Res. #125 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: lIa Bossons
THAT 7.01 acres, more or less, be purchased from the Fairport Beach Ratepayers Association, said land being
all of Blocks A & B, Registered Plan 175, and all of Block C, Registered Plan 270. Town of Pickering, Regional
Municipality of Durham;
THAT the purchase price be the sum of $100,000.00, together with the following additional terms and
conditions: .
lal The Association shall undertake with the Authority to use the purchase price for public and
community services within the Fairport Beach Area of the Town of Pickering and if requested by the
Authority will provide suitable assurances in this regard;
Ib) All rights of the Fairport Beach Ratepayers Association to the property will be surrendered on closing;
(c) Payment of vendor's reasonable legal costs;
(dl The Authority will endeavour to provide a meeting room to accommodate approximately 55 people
within the proposed Environmental Parks Service Centre I"Service Centre"1 as shown on the
Frenchman's Bay West Park Plan Concept, May, 1991, which would be made available for Fairport
Beach Ratepayers Association on a priority basis on reasonable notice for occasional use by permit.
The use of the meeting room for the Association's yearly scheduled meetings will be given priority
provided reasonable notice of these meetings has been given to the Authority. No charges or permit
fees will be made by the Authority to the Association for the uses as aforesaid save and except the
Association shall pay the expenses that the Authority may incur for clean-up and security in
connection with the Association's use of the room;
The Authority agrees to make in good faith and with all due dispatch all applications to obtain all
necessary approvals to have the Service Centre built within a five year periOd from the closing date of
the subject purchase and upon all applications being granted to build the Service Centre;
(el The Authority agrees prior to closing to make suitable arrangements with the Town of Pickering for
use of a meeting room on an occasional basis at the Westshore Comml,Jnity Centre or other
convenient Town facility for the use of the Ratepayers Association until the Service Centre is built.
No charges or permit fees will be imposed for such use other than charges for clean-up and security
expenses incurred by Pickering in connection with the use of the room by the Association;
(f) The existing building on the property is to be demolished by the Authority as soon as possible after
completion of the acquisition;
(gl The Authority agrees not to create any public access across, or to enlarge or increase public access
over that which currently exists, or to permit public use or access over any private routes of the
Authority across the waterfront between Marksbury Road and Westshore Boulevard, until such time
as the remaining private residential properties situated on the waterfront between Marksbury Road
and Westshore Boulevard have been acquired by the Authority;
AUTHORITY MEETING #7/92, AUGUST 21, 1992 A-94
5. LAND ACQUISITION PROJECT 1987-1991 WATERFRONT COMPONENT AND LAKE ONTARIO
WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT 1992-1994
-Town of Pickering Sector
-Fairport Beach Ratepayers Association Property
THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing
service easements and registered rights of owners in the area;
THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and
disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary
documentation required.
CARRIED
6. TORONTO ISLANDS
-Provincial funding for studies and shoreline protection
KEY ISSUE
A request from the Ministry of Natural Resources.for the Authority to undertake at the expense of the Province
of Ontario, a comprehensive study and remedial works program to protect the existing residential community
on Toronto Islands from flooding and erosion hazards.
.
Res. #126 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: lIa Bossons
THAT staff be directed to advise the Ministry of Natural Resources that the Authority is prepared to act as the
Ministry's agent in the completion of studies, design and construction of shoreline management works to
protect the existing residential community on Toronto Islands;
THAT staff be directed to establish a technical coordinating committee with representation from the
Toronto Islands Residents Association, the Ministry of Natural Resources, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs, the
Waterfront Trust, Metropolitan Toronto, other involved agencies as required, and The Metropolitan Toronto
and Region Conservation Authority to assist in the development of terms of reference, and completion of
design investigations and construction;
THAT the Ministry of Natural Resources be requested to advise, as soon as pos.sible, on the level of funding
available in 1992;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to prepare an agreement between the Authority and the Ministry of
Natural Resources which will deal with various issues such as:
al establish that the Authority will not own the shoreline protection works and will not be responsible for
maintenance of the works;
bl protect the Authority from any liability associated with the design, construction, and operation of the
works;
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6. TORONTO ISLANDS ICONTD.)
-Provincial funding for studies and shoreline protection
cl secure the necessary approvals or exemption for the works under the Environmental Assessment Act;
d) allow for the costs of administrative and technical staff associated with the project to be recovered
from the funding for the project;
el confirm that the funding for the work will be grants, payable in advance, from the Province of Ontario
in the amount of 100% of the costs incurred by the Authority.
CARRIED
7. ENCROACHMENTS ON AUTHORITY OWNED LANDS
-The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto Encroachment Agreements
KEY ISSUE
Request from The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto for concurrence to enter into encroachment
agreements where required to resolve encroachment issues in The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto
affecting Authority owned lands.
Res. #127 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: lIa Bossons
THAT the Authority concur with The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, entering into encroa'chment
agreements as a means of resolving encroachment problems with owners on lands owned by The Metropolitan
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority on the basis as outlined in the appended Clause No.1 0 contained
in Report No. 19 of The Management Committee which was adopted by the Council of The Municipality of
Metropolitan Toronto at its meeting held on May 20, 1992;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action
may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any
documents.
CARRIED
8. SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Res. #128 Moved by: Jim Witty
Seconded by: Frank Scarpitti
THAT Section II of Executive Committee Minutes #6/92, held August 7, 1992, be received and approved.
CARRIED
AUTHORITY MEETING 17/92, AUGUST 21, 1992 A-96
NEW BUSINESS
WETLANDS POLICY STATEMENT IMPLEMENTATION GUIDELINES
Res. #129 Moved by: Joyce Trimmer
Seconded by: lIa Bossons
THAT the Chair be authorized to respond through the Association of Conservation Authorities of Ontario to the
Minister of Natural Resources request for Authority comments on the Provincial Wetlands Policy Statement
Implementation Guidelines.
CARRIED
ANNUAL PERFORMANCE REVIEW OF CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
MOTION Moved by: Joyce Trimmer
Seconded by: Margaret Britnell
THAT an annual performance review of the Chief Administrative Officer be conducted by the Executive
Committee.
MOTION TO DEFER Moved by: Lois Hancey
Res. #1 30 Seconded by: Frank Scarpitti
THAT this item be referred to the Executive Committee.
CARRIED
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 12~00 noon, August 21, 1992.
William B. Granger W.A. McLean
Chair Secretary Treasurer
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~ Working Together for Tomorrow's Greenspace
Vthe metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority
minutes A-97
AUTHORITY MEETING 25-SEPTEMBER- 1992 #8/92
Meeting #8/92 of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority was held Friday,
September 24, 1992, in the Visitors Centre at Black Creek Pioneer Village. The Chair, William Granger, called
the meeting to order at 10:05 a.m.
PRESENT Chair William Granger
Members Patrick Abtan
Maria Augimeri
IIa Bossons
Margaret Britnell
Victoria Carley
Lois Griffin
Lois Hancey
Brian Harrison
Lorna Jackson
Joanna Kidd
Frank McKechnie
Marie Muir
Richard O'Brien
Peter Oyler
Donna Patterson
Maja Prentice
Paul Raina
Bev Salmon
Frank Scarpitti
Deborah Sword
Kip Van Kempen
Richard Whitehead
ABSENT Members Lorna Bissell -
Mike Colle .
Eldred King
Howard Moscoe
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Paul Palleschi
Joyce Trimmer
Jim Witty
William Granger recognized Bill McLean's official retirement as of October 1, 1992. As this would be his last
Authority Meeting, appreciation was expressed on behalf of the Authority for his 33 years of dedicated
service.
Bill McLean thanked the Authority members and staff for their help and support throughout the years.
MINUTES
Res. #131 Moved by: Bev Salmon
Seconded by: Brian Harrison
THAT Minutes of Meeting #7/92 be approved.
CARRIED
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CORRESPONDENCE
The following items of correspondence concerning Agenda Item 3, Don River Watershed, j:)roposed Metro
Police Canine Unit, were presented to the Authority:
Richard Aaron, dated 2'0.08.92
Wm. Alexander, Jr., Clerk, Borough of East York, dated 22.09.92
David G.P. Allan, Yorkton Securities Inc., dated 24.08.92
Helen Barron, dated 25.08.92
Judeth Blackman, President, Rent-A-Wife, dated 21.08.92
AI Brown, President, Ward 3 Residents' Association, dated 18.09.92
Romona F. Burke, 23.08.92
Art Cuthbert, dated 25.08.92
Peter Hermant, dated 25.08.92
A. Kennedy and P.G. Kennedy, dated 24.08.92
Gerard Laahuis and Zen Makuch, Canadian Environmental Law Association, 24.09.92
Norma Lounsburg, 22.08.92
Ian C. Morton, dated 26.08.92
Dennis Mills, M.P., Broadview Greenwood, dated 24.09.92
Martha Norman, dated received 24.09.92
Nigel H. Richardson, M.C.I.P., dated 24.08.92
John D. Roger, dated 25.08.92
Mike Roussakis and Elizabeth Ormston, dated 27.08.92
Mark Rapus, dated 18.09.92
John Sherk, dated 25.08.92
Dalton Shipway, dated 23.09.92
Anne Sinclair, President, Toronto and Area Council of Women, dated 24.08.92
H~I~ne St. Jacques, President, Corktown Residents & Business Association, dated 26.08.92
Ruth Walmsley, 23.08.92
Keith Whelpdale, dated 26.08.92
Mark Wilson, Chair, Task Force to Bring Back the Don, dated 20.08.92
Erv Wittrock, Board Member, Leaside Property Owner's Association, dated 18.22.92
PRESENTATION
Res. #132 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Lois Hancey
. THAT Mr. Frank Kershaw, Director, Planning, Research & Construction Division, The Municipality of
Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Property Department, give a presentation to the Authority on Agenda Item 3,
Proposed Metro Police Canine Unit.
CARRIED
Mr. Jones, Staff Inspector, Metro Police Department, spoke to the Authority on the Proposed Canine Unit.
DELEGATIONS
The following delegations were heard regarding Agenda Item 3. Proposed Metro Police Canine Unit.
Joan Patterson, President, Toronto Field Naturalists
Tannie Wells, Member, Task Force to Bring Back the Don
Jean Macdonald, Citizen of East York
Bob Dale, Councillor, Borough of East York, Ward 3
Gerard Laahuis and Zen Makuch, Canadian Environmental Law Association
AUTHORITY MEETING #8/92, SEPTEMBER 25, 1992 A-99
1. THE DON WATERSHED TASK FORCE
-Appointment of Members
KEY ISSUE
The formal appointment of watershed residents, municipal nominees, interest group representatives and the
Authority's member to the Don Watershed Task Force.
Res. #1 33 Moved by: Paul Raina
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT the following individuals be appointed to the Don Watershed Task Force:
-William Granger, Chair of the Authority
- Peter Oyler, Councillor, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto
--Eldred King, Chair, Regional Municipality of York
-Barbara Hall, Councillor, City of Toronto
-Lorna Krawchuk, Councillor, Borough of East York
-Gerry Altobello, Councillor, City of Scarborough
-David Shiner, Councillor, City of North York
'Roz Mendelson, Councillor, City of York
- Frank Scarpitti, Councillor, Town of Markham L . '-.., ., .
, '
=David Cohen, Councillor, Town of Richmond Hill
'-Peter Meffe, Councillor, City of Vaughan
~ark Wilson, Chair, Task Force to Bring Back the Don
-Tom Kurtz. Waterfront Regeneration Trust Agency
-Michael White, Chair, Friends of the Don York Region
\ _Dan Taylor, Co-chair, Metropolitan Toronto Remedial Action Plan Public Advisory Committee
~.Veronica Berg, Don Watershed resident
-Thomas Ward, Don Watershed resident
1 '"Margaret Casey, bon Watershed resident
-Donald Cross, Don Watershed resident
-Bill King, Don Watershed resident
-Gord Hutchinson, Don Watershed resident
-Denis McKee, Don Watershed resident
-Natasha Feder, Don Watershed resident
-Deborah Martin-Downs, Don Watershed resident
-Walter Watt, Don Watershed resident;
THAT the following individuals be appointed as municipal alternates to the Don Watershed Task Force:
1
....Joan King, Councillor, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto
_Lorna Jackson, Mayor, City of Vaughan
r :..-John Ada~s, Councillor, City of Toronto
....Bob Dale, Councillor, Borough of East York
~ ~ Carl Knipfel, Director of Design, Planning and Buildings Department, City of Scar~orough
...Paul Sutherland, Councillor, City of North York
-- , Bill Saundercook, Councillor, City of York
-Isabelle Gargarella, Councillor, Town of Richmond Hill
'- Bernie Green, Councillor, City of Vaughan;
THAT these appointments be effective immediately for the period ending December 31, 1993;
THAT the Authority reserves the right to revoke any appointment for any reason prior to the end of the term or
terms agreed upon;
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1. THE DON WATERSHED TASK FORCE (CONTD.)
-Appointment of Members
THAT Mark Wilson be appointed as Interim Chair of the Don Watershed Task Force until January 31, 1993, or
such time that the Task Force is able to elect a chair;
THAT staff be directed to advise the appointed Task Force members of their appointments;
AND FURTHER THAT all persons who applied for Task Force appointments be thanked for their interest in the
Task Force..
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Resolution #75 was adopted at the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board (WRLMAB) Meeting
#6/92:
"THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the Don Watershed Task Force Selection
Committee report directly to the full Authority, at Meeting #8/92, regarding the appointment of the
Don Watershed residents to the Task Force;"
"THAT the report include the Don Watershed municipal appointments and the appointments of
representatives from the Task Force to Bring Back the Don (City of Toronto), the Metropolitan Toronto
and Region Remedial Action Plan, and the Waterfront Regeneration Trust Agency;"
The Authority adopted criteria for membership selection at Authority Meeting #4/92, Resolution #57. Staff
was directed to request local and regional municipalities within the Don River Watershed to nominate a council
member, and an alternate to the Task Force. Staff was also directed to invite applications from Don River
Watershed residents. A three-person selection committee was established by WRLMAB Resolution #39,
Meeting #3/92, consisting of the Chair of the WPLMAB, Lois Griffin; the Vice-Chair of the WRLMAB, Kip Van
Kempen; and the Director of the Water Resource Division, C. Mather. Also, representatives were requested
from the Task Force to Bring Back the Don (City of Toronto); Friends of the Don-York Region; the Waterfront
Regeneration Trust Agency; and the Metropolitan Toronto Remedial Action Plan (RAP).
Munlcloal. Interest Grouo and Aaencv AoDOlntments
The ten regional and local municipalities have nominated representatives as listed in the recommendation.
Nine regional and local municipalities named alternates. The Town of Markham did not name an alternate.
The Task Force to Bring Back the Don, Friends of the Don, the Waterfront Regeneration Trust Agency, and the
Metro Toronto RAP have named representatives to the Task Force as noted in the recommendation.
Watershed Residents.
The Selection Committee interviewed 30 of the 33 applications received. The applicants reflected a range of
professions, work experience, past community involvement, education, and watershed interests. In making its
selection for the Task Force the Committee has attempted to reflect these interests and provide for a
geographically balanced committee. The ten Watershed residents are named in the recommendation.
Aooolntment of Authoritv Member
William Granger, Chair of the Authority, has indicated he is willing to represent the Authority on the Task
Force.
Aooointment of Interim Chair
To enable the Task Force to begin its work immediately it is recommended that the Authority appoint a chair
to be effective until January 31, 1993, or until such time that the Task Force is able to elect a chair. Mark
Wilson has agreed to assist the Task Force in this capacity. Mr. Wilson is the Chair of the Task Force to Bring
Back the Don (City of Toronto) and has been instrumental in the success of that group.
AUTHORITY MEETING #8/92, SEPTEMBER 25, 1992 A-1 0 1
2. THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO VALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION
PROJECT 1992-1996
-Slope Instability at the rear of Nos. 42-44 Royal Rouge Trail
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#6/92, held August 28, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Report on the slope instability at the rear of Nos. 42-44 Royal Rouge Trail, in the City of Scarborough and
status of the site within the Metropolitan Toronto Valley and Shoreline Regeneration Project 1992-1996.
Res. #134 Moved by: Paul Raina
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT staff continue to include Nos. 42 - 44 Royal Rouge Trail within the Metropolitan Toronto Valley and
Shoreline Regeneration Project 1992-1996 and consider it relative to established priorities and availability of
funding;
THAT the City of Scarborough be requested to advise the owners of "Executive lots Numbered 1 - 38" about
the sensitive nature of the valley slope and the zoning bylaws that apply to the area.
AND FURTHER THAT staff arrange a site visit to 42 Royal Rouge Trail and recommend a course of action to
Mr. D'Souza until such time as funding is available.
CARRIED
3. DON RIVER WATERSHED
-Former Domtar/Polyresins Ltd. Properties
-Metro Parks & Property Proposed Master Plan
-Proposed Metro Police Canine Unit
This item went before Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting #6/92, held August 28,
1992.
KEY ISSUE
The Board had before it a Motion of Refusal to locate the Police Canine Facilities at the former Poly resins site
from the Water and Related Land Manag~ment Advisory Board Meeting #6/92 held August 28, 1992.
MOTION Moved by: Lois Griffin
Seconded by: Frank Scarpitti
THAT Resolution 170 of Water and Relanted land Management Advisory Board Meeting #6/92, held August
28, 1992, not be adopted;
THAT the proposal by Metropolitan Toronto to locate a Police Dog Services Facility at the former
Domtar/Polyresins property in the Don Valley in the Borough of East York be approved subject to:
(a) redesign of the outdoor kennel area and preparation of a detailed landscaping plan for the facility and
adjacent valley lands to the satisfaction of the staff of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region
Conservation ~uthority in consultation with The Borough of East York and interested community
members;
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3. DON RIVER WATERSHED (CONTD.)
-Former Domtar/Polyresins Ltd. Properties
-Metro Parks & Property Proposed Master Plan
-Proposed Metro Police Canine Unit
(b) the main vehicular access to the site being Beechwood Drive;
THAT The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto be advised that the southerly portion of the former Polyresins
site will not be available for at least two years pending completion of the soil cleanup unless Metropolitan
Toronto undertakes the cleanup;
THAT consultation with The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and receipt of necessary
approvals under Ontario Regulation 293/86 must occur prior to construction;
THAT the Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Property Department be requested to proceed, as soon as possible,
with the development and submission for approval of a master plan for the section of the Don Valley from the
Forks to the Brickworks, in consultation with the Authority and the public, such plan to identify public uses
and support facilities, environmental enhancements, heritage resources and management practices.
AND FURTHER THAT the Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Property Department be strongly advised to not
include a Parks Maintenance Facility in the proposed Master Plan.
MOTION TO DEFER Moved by: Joanna Kidd
Seconded by: lIa Bossons
THAT the matter be reconsidered once The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and The
Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Property Department have developed and submitted a master plan for the
section of the Don Valley from the Forks to the Brickworks in consultations with the Authority, the Don
Watershed Task Force and the public, such plans to identify public uses and support facilities, environmental
enhancements, heritage resources and management practices.
ON A RECORDED VOTE YEA NAY
lIa Bossons Patrick Abtan
Margaret Britnell Lois Griffin
Victoria Carley lois Hancey
Joanna Kidd Brian Harrison
Bev Salmon Lorna Jackson
William Granger Frank McKechnie
Marie 'Muir
Richard O'Brien
Peter Oyler
Donna Patterson
Maja Prentice
Paul Raina
Frank Scarpitti
Kip Van Kempen
Richard Whitehead
THE MOTION TO DEFER WAS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .NOT CARRIED
AUTHORITY MEETING #8/92, SEPTEMBER 25, 1992 A-103
3. DON RIVER WATERSHED (CONTD.)
-Former Domtar/Polyresins Ltd. Properties
-Metro Parks & Property Proposed Master Plan
-Proposed Metro Police Canine Unit
MOTION TO REFER Moved by: Richard O'Brien
Seconded by: Brian Harrison
THAT the last paragraph of Councillors Griffins motion which reads "That the Metropolitan Parks and Property
Department be strongly advised to not include a Parks Maintenance Facility in the proposed Master Plan" be
referred to Metro Parks and Property Committee to be discussed at the time of their capital budgeting process.
ON A RECORDED VOTE YEA NAY
Patrick Abtan lIa Bossons
lois Hancey Margaret Britnell
Brian Harrison Victoria Carley
Lorna Jackson lois Griffin
Frank McKechnie Joanna Kidd
Marie Muir Maja Prentice
Richard O'Brien Paul Raina
Peter Oyler Bev Salmon
Donna Patterson Frank Scarpitti
Richard Whitehead Kip Van Kempen
William Granger
THE MOTION TO REFER WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NOT CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION WAS DIVIDED AND VOTED ON AS FOLLOWS:
Res. #135
AND FURTHER THAT the Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Property Department be strongly advised to not
include a Parks Maintenance Facility in the proposed Master Plan.
ON A RECORDED VOTE YEA NAY
Patrick Abtan Brian Harrison
lIa Bossons Richard O'Brien
Margaret Britnell Peter Oyler
Victoria Carley Maja Prentice
Lois Griffin
Lois Hancey
lorna Jackson
Joanna Kidd
Frank McKechnie
Marie Muir
Donna Patterson
Paul Raina
Bev Salmon
Frank Scarpittl
Kip Van Kempen
Richard Whitehead
William Granger
CARRIED
A-1 04 AUTHORITY MEETING #8/92, SEPTEMBER 25, 1992
3. DON RIVER WATERSHED (CONTD.)
-Former Domtar/Polyresins Ltd. Properties
-Metro Parks & Property Proposed Master Plan
-Proposed Metro Police Canine Unit
Res. #136
THAT the Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Property Department be requested to proceed, as soon as possible,
with the development and submission for approval of a master plan for the section of the Don Valley from the
Forks to the Brickworks, in consultation with The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and
the public, such plan to identify public uses and support facilities, environmental enhancements, heritage
resources and management practices.
ON A RECORDED VOTE YEA NAY
Patrick Abtan Brian Harrison
lIa Bossons
Margaret Britnell
Victoria Carley
Lois Griffin
Lois Hancey
Lorna Jackson .
Joanna Kidd
Frank McKechnie
Marie Muir
Richard O'Brien
Peter Oyler
Donna Patterson
Maja Prentice
Paul Raina
Bev Salmon
Frank Scarpitti
Kip Van Kempen
Richard Whitehead
William Granger
CARRIED
Res. #137
THAT Resolution #70 of Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting #6/92, being that the
Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Property Department request to locate a Police Dog Services Facility at the
former Domtar/Polyresins property in the Don Valley in the Borough of East York be refused, be struck out. .
THAT the proposal by Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Property Department to locate a Police Dog Services
Facility at the former Domtar/Polyresins property in the Don Valley in the Borough of East York be approved
subject to:
(a) redesign of the outdoor kennel area and preparation of a detailed landscaping plan for the facility and
adjacent valley lands to the satisfaction of the staff of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority in consultation with The Borough of East York and interested community
members;
(b) the main vehicular access to the site being Beechwood Drive;
. .
AUTHORITY MEETING #8/92, SEPTEMBER 25, 1992 A-1 05
3. DON RIVER WATERSHED (CONTD.)
-Former Domtar/Polyresins Ltd. Properties
-Metro Parks & Property Proposed Master Plan
-Proposed Metro Police Canine Unit
THAT The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto be advised that the southerly portion of the former Polyresins
site will not be available for at least two years pending completion of the soil cleanup unless Metropolitan
Toronto undertakes the cleanup;
THAT consultation with The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and receipt of necessary
approvals under Ontario Regulation 293/86 must occur prior to construction;
ON A RECORDED VOTE ~ NAY
Patrick Abtan lIa Bossons
lois Griffin Margaret Britnell
Lois Hancey Victoria Carley
Lorna Jackson Brian Harrison
Frank McKechnie Joanna Kidd
Richard O'Brien Marie Muir
Peter Oyler Bev Salmon
Donna Patterson William Granger
Maja Prentice
Paul Raina
Frank Scarpitti
Kip Van Kempen
Richard Whitehead
CARRIED
4. LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT 1992-1994
-Improved Lakefill Quality Control Program
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#6/92, held August 28, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Fees for applications for Bills of Lading under the Improved lakefill Quality Control Program.
Res. .#138 Moved by: Paul Raina
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT a processing fee for application for Bills of Lading under the lakefill Quality Control Program be
approved in the amount of $150 for projects generating twenty truck loads or more of soil and $20 for
projects generating less than twenty truck loads of soil;
AND FURTHER THAT the fees be implemented effective November 1, 1992.
CARRIED
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5. FLOODING, MAY 2, 1992 .
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related ,Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#6/92, held August 28, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
To report on flooding experienced due to storms occurring on Saturday, May 2, 1992 and the present
watershed flooding potential.
Res. #139 Moved by: Paul Raina
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT the staff report on the May 2, 1992, flooding be received.
CARRIED
6. flOOD CONTROL PROGRAM - MAJOR MAINTENANCE
-Black Creek Channel Fencing
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#6/92, held August 28, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Responding to a request from The Corporation of the City of York to replace the chain link fence on both sides
of the Black Creek Channel from Weston Road to Cliff Street.
Res. #140 Moved by: Paul Raina
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT staff be directed to replace the chain link fencing on the Black Creek Channel between Weston Road to
Cliff Street in 1992, at an estimated cost of $40,000 subject to approval of the Ministry of Natural Resources
and additional funding being available.
CARRIED
7. ENVIRONMENT ALLY SIGNIFICANT AREAS
-Draft Report on the Criteria Review
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#6/92, held August 28, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Draft report on updated Environmentally Significant Areas (ESAs) designation criteria.
Res. #141 Moved by: Marie Muir
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT staff be directed to circulate the draft report on the ESA criteria review to agencies, municipalities, and
the public for comment;
AND FURTHER THAT staff finalize the draft repolt in light of the comments received and report back to the
Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board.
CARRIED
AUTHORITY MEETING #8/92, SEPTEMBER 25, 1992 A-107
8. THE DON WATERSHED TASK FORCE
-Selection and Appointment of Task Force Members
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#6/92, held August 28, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Progress report on the selection of Don Watershed residents and the appointment of municipal and other
representatives to the Task Force.
Res. #142 Moved by: Paul Raina
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT the Don Watershed Task Force Selection Committee report directly to the Authority at Meeting #8/92,
regarding the appointment of Don watershed residents to the Task Force;
THAT the report include the Don watershed municipal appointments and the appointments of representatives
from the Task Force to Bring Back the Don (City of Toronto). the Friends of the Don, the Metropolitan Toronto
and Region Remedial Action Plan, and the Waterfront Regeneration Trust Agency;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to organize a tour of the Don watershed for Task Force members and
interested Authority members following the formal appointment of Task Force members.
CARRIED
9. REGIONAL HEADWATER HYDROLOGY STUDY
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#6/92, held August 28, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
To report on the completion of the Canada/Ontario Flood Damage Reduction Program, Regional Headwater
Hydrology Study.
Res. #143 Moved by: Paul Raina
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT the staff report on the Regional Headwater Hydrology Study be received.
CARRIED
10. RAINBOW CREEK FLOODPLAIN MAPPING STUDY
This Item 'was 'recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#6/92, held August 28, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
To report on the completion of the Canada/Ontario Flood Damage Reduction Program, Rainbow Creek
Floodplain Mapping Project.
Res. #144 Moved by: Paul Raina
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT the staff report on the Rainbow Creek Mapping Project be received.
CARRIED
A-1 08 AUTHORITY MEETING #8/92, SEPTEMBER 25, 1992
11. EVERGREEN FOUNDATION
- Langstaff Business EcoPark
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#6/92, held August 28, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
The development of a plan by the Evergreen Foundation for the development and maintenance of the
"langstaff Business EcoPark" on Authority lands.
Res. #145 Moved by: Marie Muir
Seconded by: Donna Patterson
THAT the Evergreen Foundation develop a plan for the "langstaff Business EcoPark" in consultation with
Authority staff and that the plan be submitted to the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board for
approval;
THAT the Evergreen Foundation and Authority staff initiate the organization of a committee made up of
interested partners from the community and including representation from the Authority, City of Vaughan and
the Evergreen Foundation to provide advice and comment regarding the Park Plan and to eventually coordinate
management of the property;
THAT organization be undertaken for a community event involving cleanup and planting of the site during the
Autumn of 1992;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be authorized to work with the Evergreen Foundation for the long-term
development and management of the "Langstaff Business EcoPark" on Authority lands.
AMENDMENT Moved by: Marie Muir
Res. #146 Seconded by: Donna Patterson
THAT staff report back to the Water and Related land Management Advisory Board with and intern report in
the Spring of 1993.
THE AMENDMENT WAS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
12. REQUEST FOR PERMANENT EASEMENT, HUMBER RIVER WATERSHED
-The Consumers' Gas Company Ltd.
This item was recommended for approval at Executive COI1V1'\itt.. Meeting #7/92, held September 1 1, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Receipt of a request from The Consumers' Gas Company Ltd. lor a permanent easement across certain
Authority owned lands in the Scarlett Road, Eglinton Flats and Rockcliffe Boulevard areas in the Cities of
Etobicoke and York.
Res. #147 Moved by: lois Hancey
Seconded by: lorna Jackson
THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from
The Consumers' Gas Company Ltd. for a permanent easement across Authority lands in the City of Etobicoke
and City of York to facilitate construction Of the Metro West Reinforcement gas pipeline;
AUTHORITY MEETING #8/92, SEPTEMBER 25, 1992 A- 1 09
12. REQUEST FOR PERMANENT EASEMENT, HUMBER RIVER WATERSHED (CONTD.)
-The Consumers' Gas Company Ltd.
AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interest of the Authority in furthering its
objectives as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act to co-operate with The Consumers'
Gas Company ltd. in this instance;
THAT a permanent easement be granted to The Consumers' Gas Company Ltd. across Authority owned lands
being Parts of Lots 15 and 16, Concession D fronting the Humber, City of Etobicoke and Part of lot 1,
Concession 5, W.Y.S., City of York, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, designated as Parts 1 to 3 inclusive
on Plan of Survey prepared by Sexton McKay Limited Ontario Land Surveyors as Job No.: 91-8166-018; Part
of Block B, Registered Plan 2480 and Part of lots 5,6,7,8,9 and 23 on Registered Plan 1030, and Part of Lot
19, Registered Plan 953, City of York, Municipalit:y of Metropolitan Toronto, designated as Parts 1 to 3
inclusive on Plan designated as 64R-13452 and Part of Lots 37 and 38, Concession 3 from the Bay, City of
York, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, designated as Parts 1 to 4 inclusive, on Plan of Survey prepared by
Sexton McKay Limited, Ontario Land Surveyors under Job No. 91-8166-D11, all containing a total of 2,675.4
metres squared, more' or less. Said lands being parts of larger parcels acquired from numerous owners by
purchase and expropriation during the 1960's and 1970's under the Humber River Watershed component of
the land Acquisition Project;
.
THAT the Authority request approval of the Ministry of Natural Resources to grant the easement across the
subject land on the following terms and conditions;
(a) The easement price is to be the sum of $300,000.00;
(b) The Consumers' Gas Company Ltd. is to pay all Authority legal, appraisal, survey and other costs
incurred to complete the transaction;
(c) Prior to commencing construction, a full archaeological review is to be carried out to the satisfaction
of the Authority's archaeological staff;
(d) Sedimentation Control Fencing will be required to be installed and maintained on all areas required by
the Authority's technical staff;
(e) All construction is to be carried out in accordance with plans to be approved by the Authority's
technical staff and all permits required under Ontario Regulation 293/86 are to be issued prior to
commencing construction;
(f) The Consumers' Gas Company Ltd. is to fully indemnify and absolve the Authority, The Municipality
of Metropolitan Toronto and The Corporation of the City of York from any and all claims of any nature
resulting in any way from the granting of the easement or the carrying out of construction;
(g) Any additional concerns as are deemed appropriate by the Authority's solicitors;
THAT the said easement be subject to an Order-In-Council being issued in accordance with Section 21 (c) of
The Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action
may be required to give effect thereto including the obtaining of any necessary approvals and the execution of
any documents.
CARRIED
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A-ll0 AUTHORITY MEETING #8/92, SEPTEMBER 25, 1992
13. REQUEST FOR TEMPORARY EASEMENT, HUMBER RIVER WATERSHED
-The Consumers' Gas Company Ltd.
This item was recommended for approval at executive Committee Meeting #7/92, held September 1 1, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Receipt of a request from The Consumers' Gas Company Ltd. for a temporary easement across certain
Authority owned lands in the Scarlett Road, Eglinton Flats and Rockcliffe Boulevard areas in the Cities of
Etobicoke and York.
Res. #148 Moved by: Patrick Abtan
Seconded by: Maja Prentice
THAT WHEREAS the Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from
The Consumers' Gas Company Ltd. for a temporary easement across Authority lands in the City of Etobicoke
and City of York to facilitate construction of the Metro West Reinforcement gas pipeline for a term of up to six
months;
AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interest of the Authority in furthering its
objectives as'set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act to co-operate with The Consumers'
Gas Company Ltd. in this instance;
THAT a temporary easement for a term of up to six months, be granted to The Consumers' Gas Company Ltd.
across Authority owned lands being Parts of Lots 15 and 16, Concession D fronting the Humber, City of
Etobicoke and Part of Lot 1, Concession 5, W.Y.S., City of York, The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto;
Part of Block B, Registered Plan 2480 and Part of lots 5,6,7,8,9 and 23 on Registered Plan 1030, and Part of
Lot 19, Registered Plan 953, City of York, The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto; and Part of lots 37 and
38, Concession 3 from the Bay, City of York, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, containing a total of
approximately 18,100 metres squared, more or less. Said lands being parts of larger parcels acquired from
numerous owners by purchase and expropriation during the 1960's and 1970's under the Humber River
Watershed component of the Land Acquisition Project;
THAT the Authority grant the temporary easement for a term of up to six months across the subject lands on
the following terms and conditions;
(a) The easement price is to be the sum of $50,000.00;
(b) The Consumers' Gas Company Ltd. is to pay all Authority legal, appraisal, survey and other costs
incurred to complete the transaction;
(c) Prior to commencing construction, a full archaeological review is to be carried out to the satisfaction
of the Authority's arChaeological staff;
(d) Sedimentation Control Fencing will be required to be installed and maintained on all areas required by
the Authority's technical staff;
(e) All construction is to be carried out in accordance with plans to be approved by the Authority's
.technical staff and all permits required under Ontario Regulation 293/86 are to be issued prior to
commencing construction;
(f) The Consumers' Gas company Ltd. is to fully indemnity and absolve the Authority, The Municipality of
Metropolitan Toronto and The Corporation of the City of York from any and all claims of any nature
resulting in any way from the granting of the easement or the carrying out of construction;
(g) All restoration requirements by the City of York and the Metro Toronto Parks Department are to be
accommodated;
(h) Any additional concerns as are deemed appropriate by the Authority's solicitors.
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action
may be required to give effect thereto including the obtaining of any necessary approvals and the execution of
any documents.
CARRIED
AUTHORITY MEETING #8/92, SEPTEMBER 25, 1992 A-lll
14. SALE OF SURPLUS AUTHORITY lAND
-North East Corner of Jane Street and Steeles Avenue, City of Vaughan
This Item was recommended for approval at executive Committee Meeting #7/92, held September 1 1, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Receipt of a proposal from 970545 Ontario Limited for the purchase of surplus Authority land situate at the
north east corner of Jane Street and Steeles Avenue, in the City of Vaughan, in the Regional Municipality of
York.
Res. #149 Moved by: Lois Hancey
Seconded by: lorna Jackson
THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a letter of
Intent from 970545 Ontario Limited, to enter into an Agreement of Purchase and Sale for the purChase of the
surplus parcel of Authority owned land situate at the north east corner of Jane Street and Steeles Avenue, in
the City of Vaughan in the Regional Municipality of York;
AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its
objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to complete a sale to 970545 Ontario
Limited in this instance;
THAT a parcel of surplus Authority owned land, containing a total of 1.74 hectares (4.3 acres) be sold to
970545 Ontario Limited, said land being Part of Lot 1, Concession 5 and Part of the road allowance between
Concessions 4 and 5, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, designated as Parts 1,2,3.4,11 and 14
on Plan 65R-9104;
THAT the Authority request the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources to complete the sale of the
subject land on the following terms and conditions:
(1 ) The sale price is to be the sum of $2,150,000.00;.
· In the event more than 150 residential units are allowed, the purchase price is to be increased at
the rate of $14,333.33 for each additional unit.
(2) The property is to be developed for use as a proposed senior's centre including senior's housing,
together with recreational facilities and complimentary commercial rental space. The plan of
development is to be subject to !ipproval of the Authority;
(3) The purchaser agrees to assume the Authority conditions as earlier set out by the members of the
Authority:
(a) The Proponent shall be required, at its expense, to obtain all approvals including zoning,
-. .: permits, consents, agreements and authorizations required from all municipal, regional and
other government bodies having juriSdiction to permit the construction of the full scheme
proposed for the site. The Proponent shall provide the Authority with safeguards from liability
and "save harmless. provisions as the Authority requires;
(b) No building shall exceed six stories in height;
(c) No gasoline filling stations or obnoxious industrial or commercial uses shall be permitted;
(d) The development concept and details must be compatible with surrounding Authority
resources, specifically Black Creek Pioneer Village;
A-112 AUTHORITY MEETING #8/92, SEPTEMBER 25, 1992
14. SALE OF SURPlUS AUTHORITY LAND '(CONTD.)
-North East Corner of Jane Street and Steeles Avenue, City of Vaughan
(e) The development approval shall include a mitigation plan for vegetation preservation which is
acceptable to the Authority;
(f) The proponent shall control the quantity and quality of the storm water emanating from the
site in a manner acceptable to the Authority;
(4) The agreement of Purchase and Sale is to be executed on or before October 31, 1992. The closing of
the sale shall be on or before October 31, 1994;
(5) The deposit payable to the Authority is to be the sum of $10,000.00 and the assumption by the
Purchaser of the costs set out below, which costs shall be applied against the purchase price as a
further deposit, and in the event that the agreement is not completed with the purChaser as a result of
any default by The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, shall be recoverable from
the Authority when it sells or builds on the property:
(a) All costs associated with the application to the Province for removal from the Parkway Belt
designation including any costs of any application if required (which application shall be made
by the Authority who shall have carriage of the application) and save and except the costs of
Authority staff time associated with the application, not exceed $20,000.
(b) Generally all costs of Spectra Architects Inc., a'Ssociated with the architectural design and
such supervision of the renovation and expansion of the Authority administrative headquarters
at 5 Shoreham Drive as required by the Authority and space and office layout consultants;
Provided such costs or the estimate thereof have been approved in advance in writing by the
Authority and the actual costs are within 15% of the estimate, such costs are currently
anticipated to be about $ 110,000.00;
The aforesaid costs shall accrue interest to the benefit of the purchaser at the rate of prime
plus 1 % per annum from the last day in any month in which payments are made;
(6) Completion of the sale is to be subject to the purChaser obtaining approval to construct a minimum of
150 residential units on or before the closing date from all relevant approval authorities;
(7) Any additional considerations as are deemed appropriate by the Authority solicitor;
THAT the sale be subject to an Order-In-Council being issued in accordance with Section 21 (c) of The
Conservation Authorities Act R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 27;
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 the
letter of Intent, Agreement of Purchase and Sale and any other documents.
AMENDMENT Moved by Lois Hancey
Res. #150 Seconded by: lorna Jackson
THAT staff consult with the Authority solicitor for an appropriate clause for approval by the Executive
Committee at meeting #8/92, to be held October 9, 1992, to deal with ensuring that the Authority participates
in any profit on a re-sale that may be made by the prospective purchaser within five years of the closing of the
transaction to other than a party contemplated by the proposal.
AUTHORITY MEETING #8/92, SEPTEMBER 25, 1992 A-ll 3
14. SALE OF SURPLUS AUTHORITY LAND (CONTD.)
-North East Corner of Jane Street and Steeles Avenue, City of Vaughan
ON A RECORDED VOTE YEA NAY
Patrick Abtan Brian Harrison
lIa Bossons William Granger
Lois Griffin
Lois Hancey
Lorna Jackson
Frank McKechnie
Marie Muir
Richard O'Brien
Maja Prentice
Paul Raina
Frank Scarpitti
THE AMENDMENT WAS ................................................... CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
15. REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL
-Conveyance of land for a well and pump house site. south of the 20th Sideroad on the west side of
the 5th Line, Town of Caledon
This Item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting #7/92, held September 1 1, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
The Regional Municipality of Peel has requested conveyance of a small parcel of Authority owned land to
construct a well and pump house south of the 20th Sideroad on the west side of the 5th Line, Town of
Caledon.
Res. # 151 Moved by: Paul Raina
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
WHEREAS'The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from The
Regional Municipality of Peel for conveyance of a small parcel of Authority owned land required to construct a
well and pump house, south of the 20th Sideroad on the west Side of the 5th line, Town of Caledon;
AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority that it is In the best interests of the Authority in furthering its
objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to co-operate with The Regional
Municipality of Peel in this instance;
THAT a small parcel of Authority owned land containing 0.040 hectares, more or less, be conveyed to The
Regional Municipality of Peel for a well and pump house site. said land being part of the east half of lot 20,
Concession 5, formerly in the Township of Caledon, now In the Town of Caledon, The Regional Municipality of
Peel, designated as Part 1 on a Plan of Survey prepared by D J Cullen Limited, Ontario land Surveyor under
their Project No.: 91-91;
THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal. survey and other costs;
THAT said conveyance be subject to an Order in Council be.ng Issued in accordance with Section 21 (c) of the
Conservation Authorities Act, A.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27;
THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to
give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents.
CARRIED
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16. LAND ACQUISITION PROJECT 1987 - 1991 FLOOD PLAIN AND CONSERVATION COMPONENT
HUMBER RIVER WATERSHED
-Codevelco Non-Profit Dwellings (North) Inc.
This item was recommended for approval at executive Committee Meeting #7/92, held September 1 1, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Purchase .of property located west of Jane Street, south of Goldwin Avenue in the City of York under "Land
Acquisition Project - 1987 - 1991", Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed.
Res. #152 Moved by: Paul Raina
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT 0.002 acres, more or less, be purchased from Codevelco Non-Profit Dwelling (North) Inc., said land
being a triangular shaped parcel of land being Part of lot 2, Plan 1522, City of York, The Municipality of
Metropolitan Toronto, consisting of land situate west of Jane Street, south of Goldwin Avenue in the City of
York;
THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus Vendor's legal costs;
.
THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing
service easements; .
THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and
disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary
documentation required.
CARRIED
17. 1992 FINANCIAL PROGRESS REPORT #2
This Item was recommended for approval at Finance and Administration Advisory Board Meeting #3/92, held
August 21, 1992, and executive Committee Meeting #7/92, September 11, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
The Board is presented with the second of four Financial Progress Reports covering the seven months ended
July 31, 1992.
Res. #153 Moved by: Paul Raina
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT the Financial Progress Report #2, dated July 26th, 1992, Appendix FA.42/92, be received;
CARRIED
18. SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Res. #1 54 Moved by: Paul Raina
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
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THAT Section II of Executive Committee Minutes #7/92, held September 11, 1992, be received and approved.
CARRIED
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NEW BUSINESS
Res. #155 Moved by: Richard O'Brien
Seconded by: Authority Members
THAT the Authority members thank Mr. McLean for the help, guidance, direction and the leadership he has
provided to everyone ever involved with him and also to wish him good luck in his retirement.
CARRIED
Res. #1 56 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by; Peter Oyler
THAT the Authority express congratulations and thanks to the catering staff for the excellent job done at Mr.
Mclean's retirement barbecue on September 10, 1992. They should be recognized for a jOb well done.
CARRIED
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 2: 1 0 p.m., September 25, 1992.
William B. Granger W.A. Mclean
Chair Secretary Treasurer
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'the metropolitan toronto and region conservation authority
minutes A-116
AUTHORITY MEETING 23-oCTOBER-1992 #9/92
Meeting #9/92 of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority was held Friday, October 23,
1992, in the Visitors Centre at Black Creek Pioneer Village. The Vice-Chair, Lois Hancey, called the meeting to
order at 10:05 a.m.
PRESENT Vice-Chair lois Hancey
Members Patrick Abtan
Maria Augimerj
Margaret Britnell
Victoria Carley
Lois Griffin
Eldred King
Marie Muir
Richard O'Brien
Donna Patterson
Paul Raina
Frank Scarpitti
Deborah Sword
Kip Van Kempen
Richard Whitehead
Jim Witty
ABSENT Chair William Granger
Members Lorna Bissell
IIa Bossons
Mike Colle
Brian Harrison
Lorna Jackson
Joanna Kidd
Frank McKechnie
Howard Moscoe
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Peter Oyler
Paul Palleschi
Maja Prentice
Bev Salmon
Joyce Trimmer
MINUTES
Res. #1 57 Moved by: Kip Van Kempen
Seconded by: Richard O'Brien
THAT Minutes of Authority Meeting #8/92 be approved.
CARRIED
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DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST
Marie Muir declared a conflict, as a contract employee of the City of Toronto, in Item 12 herein, and did not
participate in discussion or vote on this matter.
MOTION Moved by: Eldred King
Seconded by: Richard O'Brien
THAT Agenda Item 1, 1993 Preliminary Estimates, and Agenda Item 2, Three Year Salary and Wage Plan, be
dealt with at the end of the meeting.
NOT CARRIED
1. 1993 PRELIMINARY ESTIMATES
The item was recommended for approval at Finance and Administration Advisory Board Meeting #4/92, held
October 2, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
The Advisory Board is asked to review and recommend the 1993 Preliminary Estimates.
Res. #158 Moved by: Richard O'Brien
Seconded by: Patrick Abtan
THAT the 1993 Preliminary Operating and Capital Estimates, Appendix FA.55/92, be approved;
THAT the report dated October 14, 1992, on additional information with respect to the 1993 Preliminary
Estimates be received;
AND FURTHER THAT representatives of the Authority, including the Chair of the Finance and Administration
Advisory Board, meet with officials of the member municipalities and the province to present and discuss the
Authority's 1993 Preliminary Operating and Capital Estimates prior to submission of the final budget.
.
AMENDMENT Moved by: Frank Scarpitti
Res. #159 Seconded by: Jim Witty
THAT the first clause of the recommendation be amended to read:
THAT the 1993 Preliminary Operating and Capital Estimates, Appendix FA.55/92, be received.
THE AMENDMENT WAS ....................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
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2. THREE YEAR SALARY AND WAGE PLAN
This item was recommended for approval at Finance and Administration Meeting #4/92, held October 2, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Resolution #60, Authority meeting #2/92, requires that staff prepare a three year plan for the Salary and Wage
Schedule.
Res. #160 Moved by: Eldred King
Seconded by: Richard O'Brien
THAT the Authority's 1992/93 Salary and Wage Schedule not be increased for 1993/94;
THAT consideration be given to having the 1994/95 Salary and Wage Schedule be subject to a 0% increase
provided the Consumer Price Index is effectively 0%, the average municipal adjustment in the Authority's
labour Market Area is 0%; and subject to funding availability.
AND FURTHER THAT the Senior Staff group whose salaries were frozen at the 1991 level be at the 1992 level
effective April 1, 1993.
.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At meeting #2/92, held on March 27, 1992, in the process of considering the 1992 budget and the 1992
Salary and Wage Economic Adjustment, the Authority adopted Resolution #6'0 which included a clause reading
"that staff prepare a three year plan for the Salary and Wage Schedule."
In the course of the discussion of the 1992 Salary and Wage adjustment, a number of members expressed
concern that the Authority's recommended Salary and Wage adjustment was considerably less than that of
some union settlements and more than the guideline being used by the Province of Ontario. The provincial
guideline adopted by the Province in January of 1992 provided for a 1 % increase in 1992 and 2% increases in
salary and wages for Ontario civil servants in 1993 and 1994. The Ontario Government settlement also
included significant improvements to health and dental benefits, generous provisions for time in lieu of
overtime payment and certain guarantees of employment.
Municipal negotiations with various unions were on-going at the time the Authority determined the economic
adjustment for its staff. In some cases such as Metropolitan Toronto, the union was in the second year of a
contract which provided for a salary wage adjustment for union staff of 4.75%. In other jurisdictions, such as
Peel and York Region, the municipal councils were endeavouring to hold increases to less than 1 %.
ANALYSIS
The following is a description of salary and wage settlements given within the Authority's Labour Market Area
over the last six years.
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2. THREE YEAR SALARY AND WAGE PLAN (CONTD.)
IN THE AUTHORITY'S LABOUR MARKET AREA, THE FOLLOWING SALARY SETTLEMENTS WERE GIVEN:
LABOUR MARKET AREA 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 AVERAGE
METROPOLITAN TORONTO 4.5 4.0 7.0 7.0 4.95 4.75 5.4
YORK REGION 4.25 4.25 5.9 6.0 4.5 - 5.0
PEEL REGION 4.25 4.25 7.5 7.0 5.0 - 5.6
NORTH YORK 4.5 4.0 6.8 6.7 - 4.6 5.3
SCARBOROUGH 4.5 4.0 7.0 7.0 4.5 4.5 5.25
VAUGHAN 4.75 4.25 6.5 6.5 4.25 4.5 5.1
DURHAM REGION 4.5 4.5 - 6.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
MARKHAM - - 7.0 7.0 4.0 - N/K
MTRCA 4.0 4.5 5.8 6.0 4.5 2 4.5
AVERAGE · 4.5 4.2 6.8 6.7 4.6 4.7
· EXCLUDES MTRCA 1992
The following facts form the rationale for the Authority's proposed guidelines.
. The average of known settlements in our labour Market Area for 1992 was 4.7% compared with our
1992 economic adjustment of 2%.
. The Province's three year guideline of 5% was built on a 1991 average salary adjustment of 7.8%.
Our 1991 economic adjustment was 4.5%.
. Average annual salary adjustments during the last 6 years in our Labour Market Area were 5.0% to
5.6%. Our average during the same period was 4.5%.
In 1993, Authority staff are recommending that there be a zero increase in the Authority's Salary and Wage
Schedule. Given the constraints imposed upon the Authority by its municipal funding partners and the
provincial government's reduction in provincial grant over the last 3 years, the Authority's ability to fund a
meaningful increase in salaries and wages is severely limited. Approximately 1/3 of the Authority's funding
comes from its own revenues; Le., admissions, gift shop sales, foods services, etc., and in 1992 weather
conditions severely eroded this source of revenue. While some improvement is hoped for in 1993, given the
limitations on the other primary sources of funding, it is not possible to provide staff with a meaningful
increase in salary and wages.
In considering this proposal, Authority staff are aware that in 1992 inflation in the Greater Toronto Region is
running at less than 1 %. Predictions for 1993 are that inflation will probably be less than 2% in the Greater
Toronto Region. Given the volatility of the national economy and international situations, such predictions for
1993 and 1994 are, at best, questionable.
The Authority will have the benefit of knowing settlements in its labour market area among the major
municipal employers and some indication of the provinces intentions with respect to the provincial Civil
Service. Accordingly, the Authority should be in a pOSition to apply the following guidelines:
AUTHORITY MEETING '9/92, OCTOBER 23, 1992 A-120
2. THREE YEAR SALARY AND WAGE PLAN (CONTD.)
. that the Authority's economic adjustment to its Salary and Wage Schedule will be 2% in 1992, 0% in
1993, and 0% in 1994;
. that the 1994 adjustment shall be conditional upon the Consumer Price Index being effectively 0%,
and subject to funding availability;
. and further that the 1994 adjustment shall be conditional upon a 1993 average 0% increase among
municipalities within the Authority's Labour Market Area.
CONCLUSION
The effect of this three year plan would be to produce a 2% average adjustment over 3 years assuming
inflation in 1994 is at 0%. If the Authority's funding partners proceed to introduce salary and wage
adjustments in excess of 2 % over the three years, then the Authority will seek to make the necessary
adjustment to bring its Salary and Wage Schedule in line. All of this is subject to. funding availability. In '1993,
management of the Authority has no option but to recommend a fiscally prudent salary and wage adjustment
which represents a 0% increase over 1992.
3. SALE OF SURPLUS AUTHORITY LAND
-Fairport Beach Area/Town of Pickering, George lattouf
This item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting #8/92, held October 9, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Receipt of Offer to Purchase surplus Authority land situate on the west side of Westshore Boulevard in the
Town of Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham.
Res. #161 Moved by: Paul Raina
Seconded by: Jim Witty
THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of an offer from
George Lattouf to purchase surplus Authority-owned land situate on the west side of Westshore Boulevard,
north of Beachpoint Promenade in the Town of Pickering in the Regional Municipality of Durham;
AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its
objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to complete a sale to George Lattouf
in this instance;
THAT a parcel of surplus Authority-owned land, containing 0.184 acres, more or less, be sold to George
Lattouf, said land being Lot 6, Registered Plan 270, Town of Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham,
subject to an easement designated as Part 7 on Plan 40R-5394 in favour of the Ministry of the Environment;
THAT the Authority request the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources to complete the sale of the
subject land on the following terms and conditions:
(1 ) The sale price is to be the sum of $75,000.00;
(2) The property is subject to an easement in favour of the Ministry of the Environment. This easement
was for the construction and maintenance of an existing sewer, situate below grade and is designated
as Part 7 on Plan 40R-5394;
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3. SALE OF SURPLUS AUTHORITY LAND (CONTD.)
-Fairport Beach ArealTown of Pickering, George Lattouf
(3) The lands are to be used for single family residential purposes only;
(4) Completion of this sale will be subject to any Planning Act approvals that may be required;
(5) The transaction is to be completed at the earliest possible date with payment in full to the Authority in
cash on closing;
(6) Any additional considerations as being deemed appropriate by the Authority solicitor.
THAT the sale be subject to an Order-In-Council being issued in accordance with Section 21 (c) of the
Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27.
AND FURTHER THAT appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may
be required to give effect thereto including the obtaining of any necessary approvals and the execution of any
documents.
CARRIED
4. SALE OF SURPLUS AUTHORITY LAND
-Fairport Beach ArealTown of Pickering
Celia M. Dearn and Harry Crowther
This item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting #8/92, held October 9, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Receipt of Offer to Purchase surplus Authority land situate on the east side of Marksbury Road in the Town of
Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham.
Res. #162 Moved by: Paul Raina
Seconded by: Jim Witty
THAT WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of an offer from
Celia M. Dearn and Harry Crowther to purchase surplus Authority owned land situate on the east side of
Marksbury Road, south of Surf Avenue in the Town of Pickering in the Regional Municipality of Durham;
AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its
objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to complete a sale to Celia M. Dearn
and Harry Crowther in this instance;
THAT a parcel of surplus Authority-owned land, containing 0.103 acres, more or less, be sold to Celia M.
Dearn and Harry Crowther, said land being Part of lot 15, Registered Plan 270, Town of Pickering, Regional
Municipality of Durham, subject to an easement designated as Part 6 on Plan 40R-5394 in favour of the
Ministry of the Environment;
THAT the Authority request the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources to complete the sale of the
subject land on the following terms and conditions:
(1 ) The sale price is to be the sum of $18,000.00;
AUTHORITY MEETING #9/92, OCTOBER 23, 1992 A-122
4. SALE OF SURPLUS AUTHORITY LAND (CONTD.)
-Fairport Beach ArealTown of Pickering
Celia M. Dearn and Harry Crowther
(2) The property is subject to an easement in favour of the Ministry of the Environment. This easement
was for the construction and maintenance of an existing sewer, situate below grade and is designated
as Part 6 on Plan 40R-5394;
(3) The lands are to be used for single family residential purposes only;
(4) Completion of this sale will be subject to any Planning Act approvals that may be required;
(5) The transaction is to be completed at the earliest possible date with payment in full to the Authority in
cash on closing;
(6) Any additional considerations as being deemed appropriate by the Authority solicitor;
THAT the sale be subject to an Order-In-Council being issued in accordance with Section 21 (c) of the
Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action
may be required to give effect thereto including the obtaining of any necessary approvals and the execution of
any documents.
CARRIED
5. LAND ACQUISITION PROJECT 1987 - 1991 FLOOD PLAIN AND CONSERVATION COMPONENT
HUMBER RIVER WATERSHED
- Kevin Leach and Sonya Silic-Leach
This item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting #8/92, held October 9, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Purchase of property located at 78 Broda Drive, City of Vaughan, under "Land Acquisition Project 1987 -
1991", Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed.
Res. #163 Moved by: Lorna Jackson
Seconded by: Brian Harrison
THAT 1.0 acres, more or less, be purchased from Kevin Leach and Sonya Silic-Leach, said land being all of
lot 1, Part of Lot 2, and Part of Private Park, Registered Plan 4005. City of Vaughan, The Regional
Municipality of York;
THAT the purchase price be $225,000.00, with $175,000.00 payable on or before November 15, 1992, and
the balance payable on or before July 31, 1993, plus Vendor's legal costs;
THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing
service easements;
THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to clOSing for land transfer tax, legal costs and
disbursements are to be paid;
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5. LAND ACQUISITION PROJECT 1987 - 1991 FLOOD PLAIN AND CONSERVATION COMPONENT
HUMBER RIVER WATERSHED (CONTD.)
- Kevin Leach and Sonya Silic-Leach
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary
documentation required.
CARRIED
6. THE MUNICIPALITY OF METROPOLITAN TORONTO REPORT ON THE METROPOLITAN TORONTO
AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY FUNDING
This item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting #8/92, held October 9, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
At its meeting #5/92, held July 10, 1992, the Executive Committee had before it a l'eport from the Council of
The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, recommending changes in the funding formula used by the Authority
for some of its projects. The Executive Committee, by Resolution # 1 31, directed the Chief Administrative
Officer to commence discussions with staff of the Regional Municipalities of Peel, York and Durham with
respect to The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto report on The Metropolitan Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority funding and report to the Executive Committee at the earliest opportunity on further
action required by the Authority in this connection.
Res. #164 Moved by: Eldred King
Seconded by: Jim Witty
THAT Resolution #99/91, adopted at meeting #3/91 held May 3, 1991, approving the Greenspace Protection
and Acquisition Project 1992-1996, be rescinded;
THAT staff be directed to prepare a revised Greenspace Protection and Acquisition Project, in consultation
with Authority member municipalities, the project to address the role and requirements of the Authority and
the municipalities in greenspace protection and acquisition; the level of funding appropriate to acquisition
requirements and the financial ability of the funding partners to participate; and the funding proposals of
Metropolitan Toronto;
THAT the Chair name a committee of members, ensuring representation from all member municipalities, to
consider the recommendations made by staff and to make recommendations thereon to the Authority;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to prepare an analysis of land acquisition over the past five years as
background information to the proposed project, to include properties acquired and the funding sources for the
acquisitions.
AMENDMENT Moved by: Eldred King
Res. #165 Seconded by: Jim Witty
THAT the revised Greenspace Protection and Acquisition Project to be prepared by staff as directed in clause
two of the main motion, be submitted to the Authority through the Executive Committee prior to the Chair
naming a Committee.
THE AMENDMENT WAS ................................................... CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
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AUTHORITY MEETING #9/92, OCTOBER 23, 1992 A-124
7. ANNUAL PERFORMANCE REVIEW
-Chief Administrative Officer/Secretary Treasurer
KEY ISSUE
The Authority, at meeting #7/92 of August 21, 1992, referred to the Executive Committee for discussion and
recommendation, the item concerning the performance appraisals of the Chief Administrative Officer/
Secretary Treasurer.
Res. #166 Moved by: Paul Raina
Seconded by: Jim Witty
THAT performance appraisals of the Chief Administrative Officer/Secretary Treasurer be conducted at the
sixth and twelfth month of the appointment and annually thereafter by the Chair of the Authority;
AND FURTHER THAT the duties of the Chair of the Authority be amended to include responsibility for
conducting the annual performance appraisals of the Chief Administrative Officer/Secretary Treasurer.
CARRIED
8. SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Res. #167 Moved by: Marie Muir
Seconded by: Richard O'Brien
THAT Section II of Executive Committee Minutes #8/92, held October 9, 1992, be received and approved.
CARRIED
9. DRAFT MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT MATERIALS MANAGEMENT POLICY
AND LAKEFILL GUIDELINES
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#7/92, held October 16, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
The Ministry of Environment has issued the draft Materials Management Policy and Fill Quality Guidelines for
lakefilling for public consultation.
Res., #168 Moved by: Paul Raina
Seconded by: Jim Witty
THAT the staff report on the draft Ministry of Environment Fill Quality Guidelines and Materials Management
Policy be received;
THAT approval be given for staff to prepare a presentation to the Advisory Committee on Environmental
Standards;
THAT staff prepare final comments and recommendations for the next meeting of the Water and Related Land
Management Advisory Board;
AND FURTHER THAT the staff report contain additional information on the various fill quality ciassifications
and in particular, detail on material to be regulated under Regulation #309 of the Environmental Protection Act.
CARRIED
A-125 AUTHORITY MEETING #9/92, OCTOBER 23, 1992
10. THE VAUEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION PROJECTS IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF
METROPOLITAN TORONTO, AND THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITIES OF PEEL, YORK AND DURHAM
1992-1997
-Progress Report and Pool of Erosion Sites
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#7/92, held October 16, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Staff have prepared a progress report and a pool of priorities list related to proposed future works for the
Valley and Shoreline Regeneration Projects in Metropolitan Toronto and the Regional Municipalities of Peel,
York and Durham.
Res. #169 Moved by: Paul Raina
Seconded by: Jim Witty
THAT the pool of priorities for the Valley and Shoreline Regeneration Projects in the Municipality of
Metropolitan Toronto and the Regional Municipalities of Peel, York and Durham: 1992-1997 be approved as
shown in Appendix WA.68/92.
CARRIED
11. VISUAL ARTS ONTARIO
-Points of View Project
The item was recommended at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting #7/92, held
October 16, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
The consideration of the competition brief, the artist selection process and four possible site locations for
Visual Arts Ontario's Points of View pilot project along the Scarborough Bluffs.
Res. #170 Moved by: Maria Augimeri
'Seconded by: Kip Van Kempen
THAT the competition brief and artist selection process be endorsed;
THAT the Authority support consideration of four possible sites: Fishleigh, South Marine Drive, Guild Inn and
Guildwood Parkway for a potential integrated artwork;
THAT a selection committee be established with representatives from the public; the art community; the City
of Scarborough Planning Department; Scarborough Council; the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto Parks and .
Property, and Planning Departments; Metro Toronto Public Art Policy Advisory Committee; Visual Arts Ontario
and The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority to review the six artists' proposals and
select an artist;
THAT the selected artist and pilot project be subject to the approval of the Municipality of Metropolitan
Toronto, the City of Scarborough and The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority;
AND FURTHER THAT The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, the City of Scarborough, Visual Arts Ontario,
Metro Toronto's Public Art Policy Advisory Committee and the selection committee be so advised.
CARRIED
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12. PROPOSED 1993 CANADIAN FORMULA ONE POWERBOAT GRAND PRIX, OUTER HARBOUR
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#7/92, held October 16, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
To report on how the City of Toronto will address the environmental issues raised by the Authority on the
Proposed 1993 Canadian Formula One Powerboat Grand Prix race in the Outer Harbour.
Res. #171 Moved by: Paul Raina
Seconded by: Jim Witty
THAT the report on the Proposed 1993 Canadian Formula One Powerboat Grand Prix race in the Outer Harbour
and the environmental issues raised by the Authority be received;
THAT the Authority confirm its participation in the negotiations of a master agreement with the City of
Toronto;
THAT the Authority confirm its participation in the proposed working committee as outlined in the City
Council's adopted recommendation on this issue at its meeting September 14 and 15, 1992;
THAT staff be requested to report on the provisions of the future master agreement between the proponent
and the City of Toronto on this Proposed 1993 Canadian Formula One Powerboat Grand Prix in the Outer
Harbour;
AND FURTHER THAT the City of Toronto be so advised.
CARRIED
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13. ACTION TO RESTORE A CLEAN HUMBER (ARCH)
-Staff report on a request by ARCH to prepare a watershed strategy for the Humber River
This item was recommended for approval by Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#7/92, held October 16, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Staff report on a request by ARCH to prepare a watershed strategy for the Humber River.
Res. #172 Moved by: Paul Raina
Seconded by: Kip Van Kempen
THAT staff be directed to continue its efforts to fund the preparation of a Humber River watershed strategy
through its regular budget process;
THAT staff be directed to report back to the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board on the
results of the Humber Watershed Partnership project on the opportunities to accelerate the development of
watershed strategies;
THAT the Authority emphasize the need for a comprehensive watershed management strategy for the Humber
River;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to meet with The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, the Region of
Peel, the Region of York, the Province, the Federal Government (Remedial Action Plan), and the area
municipalities to discuss funding options for a watershed management strategy for the Humber River.
CARRIED
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14. EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL PRACTICES STUDY
KEY ISSUE
The Authority's actions in response to recommendations from the Erosion and Sediment Control Practices
Study.
Res. #173 Moved by: Paul Raina
Seconded by: Jim Witty
THAT the draft report, entitled "Erosion and Sediment Control Practices Study - Phase '., be received for
information;
THAT staff be directed to work with the Ministry of the Environment in advancing the recommendations of the
Erosion and Sediment Control Practices Study, as outlined in the Executive Summary;
THAT staff be directed to prepare a strategy for promoting the adoption of a topsoil by-law by each of the
Authority's member municipalities who do not yet have such a by-law;
THAT staff be directed to develop a comprehensive sediment control program, based on findings from the
study, as a further step in preparing a comprehensive document integrating the goals and Objectives of the
Watershed Plan with the initiatives in the Greenspace Strategy;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board, in early
Spring 1993, with the final study report, the strategy for promoting municipal adoption of a topsoil by-law,
and the Comprehensive Sediment Control Program.
CARRIED
15. DON WATERSHED STATE OF THE ECOSYSTEM REPORT
KEY ISSUE
The Don Watershed State of the Ecosystem Report completed by consultants in August of 1992.
Res. #174 Moved by: Maria Augimerj
Seconded by: Jim Witty
THAT the Don Watershed State of the Ecosystem Report, dated August, 1992, be received;
THAT staff be directed to provide copies of the report to all Don Watershed Task Force members; Don
watershed municipalities; the Ministries of Natural Resources. Environment, Transportation; the Greater
Toronto Area office; regional reference libraries; the Waterfront Regeneration Trust Agency; and community
groups undertaking regeneration and stewardship activities With," the watershed.
CARRIED
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 12:35 p.m., October 23. 1992.
Lois Hancey J.e. Mather
Vice-Chair Secretary Treasurer
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AUTHORITY MEETING 27-NOVEMBER-1992 #10/92
Meeting #10/92 of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority was held Friday,
November 27, 1992, in the Visitors Centre at Black Creek Pioneer Village. The Chair, William Granger, called
the meeting to order at 10: 1 0 a.m.
PRESENT Chair William Granger
Vice-Chair Lois Hancey
Members Patrick Abtan
Maria Augimeri
lorna Bissell
lIa Bossons
Margaret Britnell
. Victoria Carley
lois Griffin
Brian Harrison
Lorna Jackson
Eldred King
Frank McKechnie
Marie Muir
Richard O'Brien
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Peter Oyler
Donna Patterson
Maja Prentice
Paul Raina
Bev Salmon
Frank Scarpitti
Deborah Sword
Joyce Trimmer
Kip Van Kempen
Richard Whitehead
Jim Witty
ABSENT Members Mike Colle
Joanna Kidd
Howard Moscoe
Paul Palleschi
MINUTES
Res. #175 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Richard O'Brien
THAT Minutes of Authority Meeting #9/92 be approved.
CARRIED
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DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST
Marie Muir declared a conflict, as a contract employee of the City of Toronto, in Agenda Item 20, Tommy
Thompson Park, 1993 Interim Management Program, and did not participate in discussion or vote on this
matter.
Deborah Sword, as a member of a consulting committee for the Interim Waste Authority, declared a conflict in
Added Agenda Item 25, Dump Sites, and did not participate in discussion or vote on this matter.
APPOINTMENT
Craig Mather announced the appointment of Brian Denney as Director, Water Resource Division.
Frank Scarpitti was congratulated on this appointment as Mayor of Markham.
SURVEY OF ANNUAL REPORT FORMAT
Alyson Deans requested members complete a survey on the format and uses of the Authority's Annual
Report.
1. THE CONSERVATION FOUNDATION OF GREATER TORONTO
-Appointment of Members
KEY ISSUE
Appointment of Marie Muir, Hal Gregory, and David Crombie as members of The Conservation Foundation of
Greater Toronto.
Res. #176 Moved by: Lorna Bissell
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT Marie Muir, Hal Gregory and David Crombie be appointed as members of The Conservation Foundation
of Greater Toronto for a three-year term, October 29, 1992, to October 29, 1995.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The Foundation Directors, at their October 29, 1992 meeting, passed the following resolutions:
"IT WAS UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED THAT Mrs. Marie Muir become a member of The Conservation
Foundation of Greater Toronto for a three-year term, October 29, 1992, to October 29, 1995, subject to the
necessary approval of the Authority; and further
"IT WAS UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED THAT Mr. Hal Gregory become a member of The Conservation
Foundation of Greater Toronto for a three-year' term, October 29, 1992, to October 29, 1995, subject to the
necessary approval of the Authority; and further
"IT WAS UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED THAT Mr. David Crombie become a member of The Conservation
Foundation of Greater Toronto for a three-year term, October 29, 1992, to October 29, 1995, subject to the
necessary approval of the Authority.
AUTHORITY MEETING #10/92, NOVEMBER 27, 1992 A-l 30
2. REVIEW OF AUTHORITY POLICIES OF THE PUBLIC USE OF CONSERVATION LANDS
This item was recommended for approval at Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board
Meeting #3/92, held November 6, 1992.
Res. #177 Moved by: Deborah Sword
Seconded by: lIa Bossons
THAT a special Authority meeting be held to provide input to the draft report with respect to the direction the
Authority will take on the Review of Authority Policies of the Public Use of Conservation land.
CARRIED
3. THE CONSERVATION FOUNDATION OF GREATER TORONTO
- Fundraising
Gordon Patterson, President, The Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto, gave a presentation on the
1991 Annual Report of The Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto.
This item was recommended for approval at Conservation and Related land Management Advisory Board
Meeting #3/92, held November 6, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
To support The Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto to increase its fundraising capacity to $ 1.2 to $2
million per year.
Res. #178 Moved by: Kip Van Kempen
Seconded by: Donna Patterson
THAT the progress report on fundraising by The Conservation 'Foundation of Greater Toronto be received;
THAT the Authority continue to support The Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto to increase its
fundraising capacity for the Greenspace Plan in the order of $1.2 to $2 million per year;
THAT the Authority provide in its 1993 budget estimates, up to $60,000 to provide the support costs
necessary to achieve the Foundation fund raising objective;
THA T the support costs be funded from the Recreational Development and Restoration Reserve.
AND FURTHER THAT the Annual Report of The Conservation Foundation be presented to the full Authority
with emphasis on fundraising for the 1992 - 1993 year.
CARRIED
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4. UXBRIDGE CONSERVATION ASSOCIATION
- Walker Property
This item was recommended for approval at Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board
Meeting #3/92, held November 6, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
A proposal from the Uxbridge Conservation Association to mark trails and develop a trail map and interpretive
guide for the Walker Property.
Res. #179 Moved by: Lorna Bissell
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT the Uxbridge Conservation Association be authorized to mark trails at the Walker Property in
consultation with Authority staff and in accordance with Authority trail guidelines;
THAT staff work with the Uxbridge Conservation Association to develop a trail map and interpretive guide for
the property;
THAT staff investigate formal access points and parking at the Walker Property;
THAT the Uxbridge Conservation Association be authorized to conduct occasional guided nature walks and ski
tours at the Walker Property subject to arrangement with staff and the issue of a permit by the Authority;
AND FURTHER THAT the Authority thank the Uxbridge Conservation Association for this initiative and valued
assistance.
CARRIED
5. USE OF MOUNTAIN BIKES ON AUTHORITY LANDS
This item was recommended for approval at Conservation and Related land Management Advisory Board
Meeting #3/92, held November 6, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
An examination by staff of the issue of use of mountain bikes on Authority lands as requested by the
Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board.
Res. #1 80 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Jim Witty
THA T the staff report on the use of mountain bikes on Authority lands be received;
THAT staff consult with the Ontario Cycling Association, cycling clubs and individuals to determine current
and potential demand for mountain bike use on Authority lands, specific requirements and desired amenities
associated with use, and acceptable control on activities;
AND FURTHER THAT based on consultations, staff provide recommendations to the Board regarding
appropriate Authority properties to be designated for mountain bike use, and regarding amenities and support
services needed to accommodate such use.
AUTHORITY MEETING #10/92, NOVEMBER 27, 1992 A-132
5. USE OF MOUNTAIN BIKES ON AUTHORITY LANDS (CONTO.)
AMENDMENT 1 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Res. #181 Seconded by: Jim Witty
, THA T staff report back on the potential liability to the Authority of mountain bike use on Authority lands.
AMENDMENT 2 Moved by: Lois Griffin
Res. #182 Seconded by: Margaret Britnell
THA T the last clause of the main motion be amended to read:
AND FURTHER THAT based on consultations, staff provide recommendations to the Board regarding
appropriate Authority properties which may be designated for mountain bike use, and regarding amenities and
support services needed to accommodate such use.
AMENDMENT 1 WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
AMENDMENT 2 WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
6. BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE
-Use of Black Creek Pioneer Village as setting for Limited Edition Print Series
This item was recommended for approval at Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board
Meeting #3/92, held November 6, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Black Creek Pioneer Village (BCPV) has been approached by professional artist Ronald Bayens requesting
permiSSion to create a series of paintings depicting daily life and trades of 19th century Canada. This series
will be made into Limited Edition Prints, and will establish a unique, mutually beneficial relationship between
'this artist and BCPV.
Res. #1 83 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Joyce Trimmer
THAT staff be directed to pursue discussions with Mr. Ronald Bayens and develop an agreement with Mr.
Bayens for his use of Black Creek Pioneer Village for creating a senes of paintings for the production of Limited
Edition Prints.
AMENDMENT Moved by: Brian Harrison
Res. #184 Seconded by: Joyce Trimmer
THA T staff be requested to discuss with Mr. Bayens the donation to Black Creek Pioneer Village of print
number one of one of his Limited Print Series.
THE AMENDMENT WAS ...................... , . , , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
A-133 AUTHORITY MEETING #10/92, NOVEMBER 27, 1992
7. SETTLEMENT OF LEGAL COSTS OF EXPROPRIATION
This item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting #9/92, held November 13, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
This report recommends the settlement of legal and other costs related to the Hinder expropriation.
Res. #185 Moved by: Lorna Bissell
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT a payment in the sum of $256,249 be authorized to be made;
THAT the legal bill from Mr. Mills be assessed in its entirety;
THAT the bills of the appraisers, Farr, Robson and the legal account of Goodman and Goodman be assessed;
THAT the costs of the balance of the consultants be accepted as indicated in the bill of costs that an offer to
settle the entire bill be made to Mr. Mills in the sum of $300,000 inclusive, and the interim payment to be
deducted from this; .
THAT staff be directed to negotiate reasonable settlements of the accounts of Farr, Robson, Goodman and
Bousfield;
AND FURTHER THAT the Authority's solicitors, Gardiner, Roberts, with the agreement of the Authority's Chief
Administrative Officer and in consultation with staff of the Authority proceed to take appropriate action to give
effect to the foregoing and to report to the Executive and the Authority on the results of any settlements
achieved and the assessment which is scheduled for December of 1992.
CARRIED
8. LAND ACQUISITION PROJECT 1987 - 1991 FLOOD PLAIN AND CONSERVATION COMPONENT
HUMBER RIVER WATERSHED
- Jillfon Investments Ltd.
This item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting #9/92, held November 13, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Purchase of property located on the west side of Highway #27, North of Nashville Road in the City of
Vaughan under "Land Acquisition Project - 1987 - 1991" - Flood Plain and Conservation Component - Humber
River Watershed.
Res. #186 Moved by: lorna Bissell
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT 36.095 acres, more or less, be purchased from Jillfon Investments Ltd., said land being an irregular
shaped parcel of land being Part of lots 26 and 27, Concession 9, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of
York, consisting of land situate on the west side of Highway #27, north of Nashville Road in the City of
Vaughan;
THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus legal costs;
AUTHORITY MEETING # 10/92, NOVEMBER 27, 1992 A-134
8. LAND ACQUISITION PROJECT 1987 - 1991 FLOOD PLAIN AND CONSERVATION COMPONENT
HUMBER RIVER WATERSHED (CONTD.)
- Jillfon Investments ltd.
THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing
service easements;
THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and
disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary
documentation required.
CARRIED
9. CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF VAUGHAN
-Request for permanent easement for a storm water management facility, north of
langstaff Road, east of Highway #27
This item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting #9/92, held November 13, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Receipt of a request from the Corporation of the City of Vaughan to provide a permanent easement for a storm
water management facility, located north of Langstaff Road, east of Highway #27.
Res. #187 Moved by: Lorna Bissell
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from the
Corporation of the City of Vaughan to provide a permanent easement for a storm water management facility,
located north of langstaff Road, east of Highway #27;
AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering
its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to co-operate with the Corporation
of the City of Vaughan in this instance;
THAT a permanent easement containing 1.529 hectares, more or less, (3.778 acres) be granted to the
Corporation of the City of Vaughan for a storm water management facility, said land being Part of Lot 12,
Concession 8, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, designated as Part 1 on a Plan of Survey
prepared by A. Skranda Surveying Ltd. under their Project No. 4570-12;
THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal, survey and other costs;
THAT said easement be subject to an Order in Council being issued in accordance with SectiC?n 21 (c) of the
Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action
may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any
documents.
CARRIED
A-135 AUTHORITY MEETING #10/92, NOVEMBER 27, 1992
10. JESUIT FATHERS OF UPPER CANADA HOLDING CORPORATION
-Request for a permanent easement for a storm sewer, north of Finch Avenue,
east of Liverpool Road
This item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting #9/92, held November 13, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Receipt of a request from the Jesuit Fathers of Upper Canada Holding Corporation to provide a permanent
easement for a storm sewer located north of Finch Avenue, east of Liverpool Road.
Res. #188 Moved by: Lorna Bissell
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from the
Jesuit Fathers of Upper Canada Holding Corporation to provide a permanent easement for a storm sewer
located north of Finch Avenue, east of Liverpool Road;
AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its
objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to co-operate with the Jesuit Fathers
of Upper Canada Holding Corporation in this instance;
THAT a permanent easement containing 0.022 hectares, more or less, (0.053 acres) be granted to the Jesuit
Fathers of Upper Canada Holding Corporation for a storm sewer, said land being Part of Lot 22, Concession 2,
Town of Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham.
THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal, survey and other costs;
THA T said easement be subject to an Order in Council being issued in accordance with Section 21 (c) of the
Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action
may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any
documents.
CARRIED
11. SALE OF SURPLUS AUTHORITY LANDS
-Fairport Beach ArealTown of Pickering
This item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting #9/92, November 13, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Sale of surplus Authority owned lands situate west of Westshore Boulevard, in the Town of Pickering,
Regional Municipality of Durham.
Res. #189 Moved by: Lorna Bissell
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT the staff report dated November 4, 1992, be received and that a further report be submitted to the
Members of Authority with respect to the offers received through the public tender process;
CARRIED
AUTHORITY MEETING # 1 0/92, NOVEMBER 27, 1992 A-136
11.(A) SALE OF SURPLUS AUTHORITY LANDS
-Fairport Beach Area/Town of Pickering
Additional information was received and presented to the Authority.
KEY ISSUE
Receipt of offers to purchase concerning the potential disposal of surplus Authority lands situate in the Fairport
Beach Area, Town of Pickering in the Regional Municipality of Durham.
Res. #190 Moved by: lorna Bissell
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT staff be directed to return the deposits received from prospective purchasers who submitted offers to
purchase through the public tender process and advise the prospective purchasers that no offers have been
selected for acceptance at this time;
THA T staff be directed to continue to negotiate with all parties who expressed an interest in the purchase of
lands during the public tender process until such time as acceptable offers are at hand whereupon any such
offers are to be referred to the Members of the Executive Committee for further consideration;
AND FURTHER THAT in the event that staff are unable to arrive at suitable arrangements with parties who
submitted offers under the public tender process prior to January 31, 1993, that staff also be authorized to
discuss suitable offers to purchase with other interested parties and to report to the Executive Committee on
any recommended action.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Authority meeting #1/92 held on February 21, 1992, certain parcels of Authority owned land situate
beyond the current boundaries of the Authority's lake Ontario Waterfront requirements were declared surplus
to the requirements of the Authority. This decision was made after extensive public consultation in
accordance with Authority poliCY for land disposal.
In accordance with comments received during the public consultation process staff were directed;' "That
preference be given wherever possible to sales or exchanges being made at market value to the following:
(a) Remaining private owners situate within the acquisition boundary;
(b) Abutting property owners;
(c) Former owner of the subject lands."
Offers received from two of the abutting property owners were dealt with during October. The availability of
the remaining surplus Authority owned lands at this location was advertised publicly for sale during the past
few weeks, with all interested parties who expressed an interest in purchasing the lands during the public
consultation process, also being advised of the availability of the lands.
Prospective purchasers were requested to have sealed offers submitted to the attention of the Chief
Administrative Officer of the Authority before 4:00 p.m. on November 12, 1992. All offers received were
opened publicly at Tender Opening Sub-Committee Meeting # 10/92 held prior to the Executive Committee
Meeting, November 13, 1992. Minutes of the Tender Opening Sub-Committee are appended as TO.23/92.,
giving a summary of the offers and pertinent details.
While substantial interest in the purchase of these lands has been received, none of the offers submitted are at
the Authority appraised value. Staff have had a number of conversations with potential purchasers and are
optimistic that arrangements more favourable to the Authority can be made than the offers currently at hand.
A-137 AUTHORITY MEETING # 10/92, NOVEMBER 27, 1992
11.(A) SALE OF SURPLUS AUTHORITY LANDS ICONTD.)
-Fairport Beach ArealTown of Pickering
FINANCIAL DETAilS
It is proposed that the proceeds from the sale of these lands be used to assist in funding the acquisition of
those remaining properties within the acquisition boundary where owners have expressed an interest in selling
to the Authority at this time.
12. FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT STRATEGY
This item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting #9/92, held November 13, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
A review of the Authority's Financial Management Strategy which has been used and refined over the past
two years to both prepare preliminary budgets and to deal with constraints as they have occurred.
Res. #191 Moved by: Marie Muir
Seconded by: Richard O'Brien
THAT the staff report, dated November 5, 1992, on the Corporate Financial Management Strategy be received
for information.
THAT staff report to the Finance and Administration AdVisory Board Meeting #5/92, to be held
November 20, 1992, on available reserves.
CARRIED
12. (A) AUTHORITY RESERVES
This item was recommended for approval at Finance and Administration Advisory Board Meeting #5/92, held
November 20, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Staff report on available reserves.
Res. #192 Moved by: Marie Muir
Seconded by: Richard O'Brien
THAT the report dated November 18, 1992, on Authority reserves be received;
THAT staff delay the tender process for vehicles and equipment slated for replacement in 1993, until the final
1993 Budget status is known.
CARRIED
AUTHORITY MEETING #10/92, NOVEMBER 27, 1992 A-138
13. MEETING SCHEDULE 1993 - 1994
This item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting #9/92, held November 13, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
To provide a Schedule of Meetings for the forthcoming Authority year, beginning February 26, 1993, and
ending February 25, 1994.
Res. #193 Moved by: lorna Bissell
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT the Schedule of Meetings 1993 - 1994, dated November 13, 1992, (Appendix AM.8/92) be approved;
AND FURTHER THAT the Secretary-Treasurer distribute this schedule at the earliest opportunity to all agencies
who appoint members to The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority.
CARRIED
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14. 1992 FINANCIAL PROGRESS REPORT NO.3
This item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting #9/92, held November 13, 1992
and at Finance and Administration Advisory Board Meeting #5/92, held November 20, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
This is the third of four Financial Progress Reports.
Res. 11194 Moved by: lorna Bissell
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT the 1992 Financial Progress Report No.3, dated October 4, 1992, be received;
CARRIED
15. SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Res. 11195 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Donna Patterson
THAT Section II of Executive Committee Minutes #9/92, held November 13, 1992, be received and approved.
CARRIED
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A-139 AUTHORITY MEETING #10/92, NOVEMBER 27, 1992
16. 1993 PROPOSED FEE SCHEDULE
This item was recommended for approval at Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board
Meeting #3/92, held November 6, 1992, and at Finance and Administration Advisory Board Meeting #5/92,
held November 20, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Establishment of the 1993 fee structure for the public use of Authority facilities and programs.
Res. #196 Moved by: William Granger
Seconded by: Eldred King
THAT the 1993 Fee Schedule for admission to and the use of the Authority's facilities and programs, to
become effective January 1, 1993, Appendix CR.4/92, be approved.
CARRIED
17. WILD WATER KINGDOM
-Lease Amendments
This item was recommended for approval at Conservation and Related land Management Advisory Board
Meeting #3/92, held November 6, 1992, and at Finance and Administration Advisory Board Meeting #5/92,
held November 20, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from Wild Water
Kingdom ltd. to continue the 1992 percentage rent (8% of gross revenues) to the end of the lease (2007) and
to defer the 1992 percentage rent for August, September and October to be payable by June 30, 1993, with
interest at prime plus one percent.
Res. #197 Moved by: Marie Muir
Seconded by: Donna Patterson
THAT staff, in consultation with the Authority solicitor, be directed to arrange fQr the preparation of an
amendment to the agreement on Authority land presently leased to Wild Water Kingdom Ltd., said land
consisting of approximately 48.5 acres, at the Claireville Conservation Area in the City of Brampton, in the
Regional Municipality of Peel, to provide for:
. the maximum percentage rent payable to the Authority to be 8%, 1993 to 1997, and renewable
thereafter, subject to Authority approval;
THAT said agreement be subject to the issuance of an Order in Council in accordance with Section 21 (c) of
the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C-27;
THAT the appropriate Authority officials be au,horized and directed to take whatever action may be required to
give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents;
AND FURTHER THAT the 1992 percentage rent for the months of August, September and October be deferred
and payable by June 30th, 1993 plus interest from the due date at prime interest plus one percent.
CARRIED
AUTHORITY MEETING #10/92, NOVEMBER 27, 1992 A-140
18. LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJECT 1992-1994
-Synopsis of the Waterfront Monitoring Program
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#8/92, held November 20, 1992.
A slide and verbal presentation was given by Gord MacPherson, Coordinator, Environmental Monitoring.
KEY ISSUE
At the Water and Related land Management Board Meeting #2/92, staff was directed to provide the Board
with an overview of the Waterfront Monitoring Program.
Res. #198 Moved by: Kip, Van Kempen
Seconded by: lIa Bossons
THAT the staff report on the Waterfront Monitoring Program be received.
THAT staff report back to the next meeting of the Water and Related land Management Advisory Board on
opportunities that may be available for raising public awareness of storm water quality.
CARRIED
19. SEASONAL FLOODING - VICINITY OF OLD BROCK ROAD AT THE CLAREMONT BY-PASS
-Request by Region of Durham Works Committee for Authority Review
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#8/92, held November 20, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
The Authority has received a request of the Region of Durham Works Committee from its meeting held
September 22, 1992, to prepare a project file to deal with a' seasonal flooding concern in the vicinity of Old
Brock Road at the Claremont by-pass.
Res. #199 Moved by: Lorna Bissell
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT the staff report dated November 20, 1992, on the request from the Region of Durham Works
Committee to develop a project file on flood remedial works in the vicinity of Old Brock Road in Claremont be
received;
THAT the Region of Durham Works Committee be informed that as no structures are considered flood
vulnerable, the Authority sees no need for flood control remedial works through this site, and as such no
project file will be developed.
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to meet with Mr. Senkiw to determine if the Authority could assist in
restoring the natural character of the stream corridor.
CARRIED
A-141 AUTHORITY MEETING #10/92, NOVEMBER 27, 1992
20. TOMMY THOMPSON PARK
- 1993 Interim Management Program
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#8/92, held November 20, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
As part of the ongoing Interim Management Program at Tommy Thompson Park (TTP), staff has prepared the
proposed 1993 Interim Management Program for the park.
Res. #200 Moved by: Lorna Bissell
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT the 1993 Interim Management Program for Tommy Thompson Park be received;
THAT staff be directed to implement a no charge transportation service consisting of a single van operating
from April 24 to October 11, 1993, on a similar basis as the 1992 service;
THAT staff be directed to negotiate a 1993 Ircence agreement with the Aquatic Park Sailing Club;
THAT staff be directed to negotiate a formal agreement with the Toronto Harbour Commissioners regarding
access and other such items deemed necessary for the 1993 program;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be authorized to take whatever action is required in connection with the Interim
Management Program including the execution of any documents and agreements.
CARRIED
21. DON WATERSHED TASK FORCE MINUTES
-Meeting # 1/92
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#8/92, held November 20, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
The minutes of the first meeting of the Don Watershed Task Force, held on October 29, 1992, are provided
for the information of the Board.
Res. #201 Moved by: Lorna Bissell
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT the minutes of the Don Watershed Task Force, Meeting #1/92, Appendix WA. 93/92, be received.
CARRIED
AUTHORITY MEETING # 10/92, NOVEMBER 27, 1992 A-142
22. MINISTRY OF THE ENVIRONMENT'S "MATERIALS MANAGEMENT POLICY FOR SOIL, ROCK AND
LIKE MATERIALS" AND THE MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT'S "FILL QUALITY GUIDELINES FOR
LAKEFILLlNG" FOR THE ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON ENVIRONMENTAL STANDARDS
-Comments
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#8/92, held November 20, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Final comments to the Advisory Committee on Environmental Standards (ACES) on the Ministry of the
Environment (MOE) draft lakefill Guidelines and Materials Management Policy.
Res. #202 Moved by: Lorna Bissell
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT the Advisory Committee on Environmental Standards be asked to consider the Authority's comments on
the Ontario Ministry of the Environment documents entitled "Materials Management Policy for Soil, Rock and
like Materials" and "Fill Quality Guidelines for lakefilling", with particular emphasis on the implications of
these initiatives on the feasibility of the waterfront access objectives of the Authority's projects at the Motel
Strip and East Point Park.
CARRIED
23. METRO PARKS AND PROPERTY DEPARTMENT - PROPOSED MAINTENANCE FACILITY
-Ashbridges Bay Park
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#8/92, held November 20, 1992.
KEY ISSUE,
To amend the Ashbridges Bay Waterfront Area plan to incorporate a maintenance facility and further to
approve the construction of a tractor shed.
, Res. #203 Moved by: lorna Bissell
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT the AShbridges Bay Waterfront Area Master Plan be amended to Incorporate a maintenance facility as
shown in Appendix WR.98/92;
THAT approval be granted for construction of a tractor shed Within the maintenance facility area in accordance
with the site plan dated September, 1992 (Appendix WR.98/921;
THAT Metropolitan Toronto Parks and Property Department obtain the necessary approvals from the City of
Toronto;
AND FURTHER THAT the Metropolitan Parks and Property Department be so advised.
CARRIED
A-143 AUTHORITY MEETING #10/92, NOVEMBER 27, 1992
24. DON WATERSHED DEVELOPMENT CURTAILMENT
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#8/92, held November 20, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Staff report on the implications of not permitting any applications for permanent structures or facilities within
the Don River watershed for one year.
. Res. #204 Moved by: Lorna Bissell
Seconded by: Peter Oyler
THAT the staff report on the implications of not permitting any application for permanent structures or
facilities within the Don River watershed for one year, be received;
AND FURTHER THAT to implement the intent of the motion would result in high legal costs, detracting staff
resources from the Strategy development and would be impractical at the municipal level.
CARRIED
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25. INTERIM WASTE AUTHORITY
-Short List of Sites
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#8/92, held November 20, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Staff was requested to report to the Authority as soon as pOSSible on all dump sites selected within or near
the Authority's Watershed.
MOTION Moved by: Kip Van Kempen
Seconded by: Frank Scarpitti
THAT in view of the Province's stand on open space and green space, The Metropolitan Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority urges the Minister of the Environment to remove from consideration any provincially
owned lands from the Interim Waste Authority selection process.
MOTION TO DEFER Moved by: Lois Griffin
Res. #205 Seconded by: LQrna Jackson
THAT this motion be deferred until the January 22, 1992, Authority Meeting when a staff report is available.
CARRJED
Res. #206 Moved by: Joyce Trimmer
Seconded by: Lorna Jackson
THA T staff be directed to investigate the participatory and intervenor funding available and proceed to apply
for same.
CARRIED
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TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11 :45 a.m., November 27, 1992.
William Granger J.C. Mather
Chair Secretary- Treasurer
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AUTHORITY MEETING 22-JANUARY- 1993 # 1 1 /92
Meeting # 11/92 of The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority was held Friday,
January 22, 1993, in the Visitors Centre at Black Creek Pioneer Village. The Chair, William Granger, called the
meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
PRESENT Chair William Granger
Vice-Chair Lois Hancey
Members Patrick Abtan
Maria Augimeri
Lorna Bissell
lIa Bossons
Margaret Britnell
Victoria Carley
Lois Gnffin
Brian Harrison
Lorna Jackson
Joanna Kidd
Eldred King
Frank McKechnie
Marie Muir
Richard O'Brien
Peter Oyler
Donna Patterson
Paul Raina
Deborah Sword
Kip Van Kempen
Richard Whitehead
Jim Witty
ABSENT Members Howard Moscoe
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Paul Palleschi
Maja Prentice
Bev Salmon
Frank Scarpitti
Joyce Trimmer
MINUTES
Res. #207 Moved by: Jim Witty
Seconded by: Marie Augimeri
THA T Minutes of Authority Meeting # 1 0/92 be approved.
CARRIED
A.146 AUTHORITY MEETING #11/92, JANUARY 22, 1993
DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST
Deborah Sword, as a member of a consulting committee for the Interim Waste Authority, declared a conflict in
Agenda Item 2 and 6, Interim Waste Authority, and did not participate in discussion or vote on this matter.
Joanna Kidd, as a consultant to the Interim Waste Authority, declared a conflict in Agenda Item 2 and 6,
Interim Waste Authority, and did not participate in discussion or vote on this matter.
CORRESPONDENCE
News Release, dated January 19, 1993, by the Ministry of Natural Resources, re: Planning Strategy Highlights
Park and Foodland Protection.
Res. #208 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Eldred King
THA T staff prepare a response to the Draft Rouge Park Management Plan, dated January 19, 1993, and report
to Executive Committee Meeting # 1/93, to be held March 12. , 993
CARRIED
1. SETTLEMENT OF TRUST FUND FROM GUILD INN PURCHASE
This item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting # 10/92, held December 4, 1992.
KEY ISSUE
Settlement of claims from representatives of the former owners with respect to the Trust Fund relating to the
purchase of the Guild Inn Property in the City of Scarborough on the Lake Ontario Waterfront.
Res. #209 Moved by: Eldred King
Seconded by: Brian Harrison
THAT staff be directed to proceed with the disposition of the Trust Fund currently held by the Authority
solicitors, which was part of the original purchase price for the aCQUIsition of the Guild Inn property in the City
of Scarborough on the lake Ontario Waterfront on the followlIlg basIs:
(a) To the family members, the sum of $50.388 00,
(b) To Guildwood Hall, the sum of $19,55350,
(c) To Gardiner, Roberts for administering the FUll,' the sum of $50,580.00;
(d) To the Treasurer of Metropolitan Toronto aJ1(1 the Authority, jointly as they direct, the balance
of the fund;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be aU(tllHlled and directed to take whatever action
may be required to give effect thereto Including the obtaining 01 .lny necessary approvals including the
Province of Ontario and the execution of any documents,
AMENDMENT Moved by: Eldred King
Res. #210 Seconded by: Brian Harrison
THAT staff be requested to report back to the Authority when the diSposition of the Trust Fund is complete.
THE AMENDMENT WAS ..................... , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
AUTHOR'ITY MEETING # 1 1/92, JANUARY 22, 1993 A- 147
2. SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Res. #211 Moved by: lIa Bossons
Seconded by: Kip Van Kempen
THA T Section II of Executive Committee Minutes # 10/92, held December 4, 1992, be received and approved.
CARRIED
3. THE CONSUMERS' GAS COMPANY L TO.
o Ellis Avenue. lease of Authority land by The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto
This item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting # 11/92, held January 8, 1993.
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KEY ISSUE
Receipt of a request from The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto for approval of The Metropolitan Toronto
and Region Conservation Authority to enter into an updated lease of a parcel of Authority owned land to The
Consumers' Gas Company Ltd.
Res. #212 Moved by: Patrick Abtan
Seconded by: Brian Harrison
THA T WHEREAS The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is the owner of certain land in
the City of Toronto in The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, on the north side of Lakeshore Road. East of
Ellis Avenue:
AND WHEREAS the specific lands are under Management Agreement with The Municipality of Metropolitan
Toronto for Parks and Recreation purposes in accordance with the terms of an agreement dated October 1 1,
1972;
THA T the Authority approve of The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto entering into a lease agreement with
The Consumers' Gas Company Ltd. commencing September 1, 1992, and expiring August 31. 2000, for the
use of the subject lands;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action
may be reqUired to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of any necessary approvals and the executl~n of
any documents.
CARRIED
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4. LAND ACQUISITION PROJECT 1987 - 1991 FLOOD PLAIN AND CONSERVATION COMPONENT
HIGHLAND CREEK WATERSHED
- Mary Polera
This item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting # 11/92, held January 8, 1993.
KEY ISSUE
Purchase of property located east of Beechgrove Drive, north of Lawrence Avenue in the City of Scarborough
under "land Acquisition Project - 1987 - 1991" - Flood Plain and Conservation Component - Highland Creek
Watershed. .
Res #213 Moved by: Patrick Abtan
Seconded by: Brian Harrison
THAT 0.064 acres, more or less, be purchased from Mary Polera, said land being a rectangular shaped parcel
of land being Part of Lots 521 and 5~2, Registered Plan 2546, City of Scarborough, Municipality of
Metropolitan Toronto, consisting of land situate east of Beechgrove Drive, north of Lawrence Avenue in the
City of Scarborough;
THAT consideration IS to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus legal costs;
THA T the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing
service easements;
THA T Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest
possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and
disbursements are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary
documentation required.
CARRIED
5. THE CONSERVATION FOUNDATION OF GREATER TORONTO
-Appointment of Member
This item was recommended for approval at Executive Committee Meeting # 11/92, held January 8, 1993.
KEY ISSUE
AppOintment to The Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto.
Res. #214 Moved by: Patrick Abtan
Seconded by: Brian Harrison
THAT Walter B. Tilden be appointed a member of The Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto for a three-
year term, November 11. 1992, to November 11, 1995.
CARRIED
AUTHORITY MEETING # 11/92, JANUARY 22, 1993 A-149
6. SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Res. #215 Moved by: Lois Hancey
Seconded by: Donna Patterson
THAT Section II of Executive Committee Minutes #11/92, held January 8,1993, be received and approved.
CARRIED
7. DON WATERSHED TASK FORCE
-Minutes of Meeting #2/92 and Meeting #3/92, and First Quarterly Report
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#9/92, held January 15, 1993.
KEY ISSUE
The minutes of the Don Watershed Task Force from Meeting #2/92 and Meeting #3/92 and First Quarterly
Report are provided for the information of the Authority members.
Res. #216 Moved by: Patrick Abtan
Seconded by: Brian Harrison
THAT the Minutes of the Don Watershed Task Force. Meeting #2/92 and Meeting #3/92, (Appendix
WR. 1 00/92 and WR. 1 03/921 be received;
THAT the Don Watershed Task Force Quarterly Report (Appendix WR.111/921. dated January 6. 1993. be
received;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to assist the Task Force in meeting its Work Plan (December 14, 1992)
targets, based on the draft Don Watershed Strategy Table of Contents (December 14, 1992), as provided for
In the 1993 budget estimates and any other funding sources which may be made available to the Authority.
CARRIED
a. DON RIVER HYDROLOGY/HYDRAULICS UPDATE AND STORMWATER MANAGEMENT STRATEGY
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#9/92, held January 15, 1993.
KEY ISSUE
Don River Hydrology and Hydraulics Update Study, completed in August, 1992.
Res. #217 Moved by: Patrick Abtan
Seconded by: Brian Harrison
THA T the Don River Hydrology and Hydraulics Update Study. dated August. 1992, be received;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to utilize the findings and recommendations of this study in the
development of the Don River Watershed Management Strategy.
CARRIED
A-150 AUTHORITY MEETING # 11 /92, JANUARY 22, 1993
9. PUBLIC AWARENESS OF STORMWATER QUALITY
This Item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Soard Meeting
#9/92, held January 15, 1993.
KEY ISSUE
Opportunities for raising public awareness of stormwater quality.
Res. #218 Moved by: Patrick Abtan
Seconded by: Brian Harrison
THAT the staff report on Public Awareness of Stormwater Quality, dated January 6, 1993, be received for
information;
THAT the Metro Toronto and Region Remedial Action Plan be requested to include, within its Communication
Plan, specific actiVities to increase public awareness of stormwater quality and household best management
practices;
THA T staff be directed to strengthen the stormwater quality component in its existing educational programs
and environmental services;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be direct~d to pursue funding sources, such as Environmental Partners Fund and
Environmental Youth Corps, and to undertake a pilot project to focus public attention on the subject of
stormwater quality as part of the proposed Environmental Management Plan for Frenchman's Say or other
sUitable site.
CARRIED
10. ETOBICOKE CREEK EROSION AND LEACHATE CONTROL STUDY
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#9/92, held January 15, 1993.
KEY ISSUE
Report on the Etobicoke Creek Erosion and Leachate Control Study being carried out by the City of Etobicoke
and request for Authority staff to participate.
Res. #219 Moved by: Patrick Abtan
Seconded by: Brian Harrison
THA T staff provide technical assistance and arrange for permission for the City of Etobicoke staff and/or its
agents to enter Authority property for the purposes of carrying out the Etoblcoke Creek Erosion and Leachate
Control Study.
CARRIED
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11. VISUAL ARTS ONTARIO
-Points of View Project
This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#9/92, held January 15, 1993.
KEY ISSUE
To present the Visual Arts Ontario announcement on the exhibition of the six artists proposals for information.
Res. #220 Moved by: Patrick Abtan
Seconded by: Brian Harrison
THAT the staff report, dated January 14, 1993, on the Visual Arts Ontario announcement on the artist's
exhibition for the Points of View Project be received.
CARRIED
BLACK CREEK PROJECT ,
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This item was recommended for approval at Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board Meeting
#9/92, held January 15, 1993.
Res. #221 Moved by: Patrick Abtan
Seconded by: Brian Harrison
THA T staff be directed to continue assisting the Black Creek PrOject with rehabilitation and regeneration
projects;
THAT municipalities and agenCies be requested to participate as reqUIred;
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AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Water and Related Land Management Advisory Board on the
Black Creek Project including the development of crltena for activities and opportunities to establish a formal
pOlicy for channel repairs and renaturalization, and environmental gUidelines for .munlcipalities In revieWing
development proposals.
CARRIED
13. BLACK CREEK PIONEER VilLAGE
-Passport to the Past Pfomotion
This item was recommended for approval at Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board
Meeting #4/92, held January 15, 1993.
KEY ISSUE
Summarizing the 1992 cross-promotion Passport to the Past. offered by Black Creek Pioneer Village, Casa
Loma, and the Toronto Historical Board Museums.
Res. #222 Moved by: Patrick Abtan
Seconded by' Brian Harrison
THAT the report on the 1992 cross-promotion, Passport to the Past, With Casa Loma and The Toronto
Historical Board, be received;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to pursue other cross promotional opportunities with Casa Loma and
the Toronto Historical Board.
CARRIED
A-152 AUTHORITY MEETING #11/92, JANUARY 22,1993
14. BLACK CREEK PIONEER VilLAGE
-Appointment of Honourary Reeve and Deputy Reeve
This item was recommended for approval at Conservation and Related land Management Advisory Board
Meeting #4/92, held January 15, 1993.
KEY ISSUE
Appointment of Fred Napoli as Honourary Reeve of Black Creek Pioneer Village for a second term, commencing
July 1, 1993, and selection of a Deputy Reeve in 1993 who will serve as Honourary Reeve in 1994.
Res. #223 Moved by: Brian Harrison
Seconded by: Richard O'Brien
THAT Fred Napoli, be reappointed as Honourary Reeve of Black Creek Pioneer Village for a one year term
commencing July 1, 1993;
AND FURTHER THAT staff initiate the search for a Deputy Reeve who will serve as Honourary Reeve for Black
Creek Pioneer Village in 1994.
AMENDMENT Moved by: . Brian Harrison
Res. #224 Seconded by: Richard O'Brien
THAT staff be directed to invite Mrs. Florence Gell to serve as Deputy Reeve for Black Creek Pioneer Vill.age in
1993.
THE AMENDMENT WAS ................................................... CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARRIED
15. MTRCA STAFF REVIEW GUIDELINES
-Use of Authority Owned lands for Stormwater Management Facilities
This item was recommended for approval at Conservation and Related land Management Advisory Board
Meeting #4/92, held January 15, 1993.
KEY ISSUE
Review guidelines for the use of Authority owned lands for stormwater management facilities, have been
prepared to assist staff and members in their consideration of these types of proposals.
Res. #225 Moved by: Patrick Abtan
Seconded by: Brian Harrison
THAT the MTRCA Staff Review Guidelines - Use of Authority Owned lands for Stormwater Management
Facilities, dated January 18, 1993, Appendix CR. 1 8/92, be approved;
AND FURTHER THAT these Guidelines be used as the framework for considering present and new proposals
for the use of Authority owned lands for stormwater management facilities.
CARRIED
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16. KORTRIGHT CENTRE FOR CONSERVATION
-Edna Gardner Forestry Trail
This item was recommended for approval at Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board
Meeting #4/92, held January 15, 1993.
KEY ISSUE
Plan and name a commemorative trail, Kortright Centre for Conservation.
Res. #226 Moved by: Patrick Abtan
Seconded by: Brian Harrison
THAT the plan for the Forestry Trail, Kortright Centre for Conservation, dated January 15, 1993, be approved;
AND FURTHER THAT the trail be named the Edna Gardner Forestry Trail.
CARRIED
17. GREATER TORONTO REGION TRAIL SYSTEM - PHASE I
-Financing - 1993 - Province of Ontario
This Item was recommended for approval at Conservation and Related Land Management Advisory Board
Meeting #4/92, held January 15, 1993.
KEY ISSUE
Financing the provincial share of the program for the establishment of the Greater Toronto Region Trail System
- Phase I.
Res. #227 Moved by: PatriCk Abtan
Seconded by: Brian Harrison
THA T staff request the Province of Ontario, through its Jobs Ontario Program to contribute to 'the funding of
the program at the level as set forth in A Program for the Establishment of the Greater Toronto Region Trail
System Phase I.
CARRIED
18. VEHICLE AND EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT
- 1993 Requirements
This item was recommended for approval at Finance and Administration Advisory Board Meeting #6/92, held
January 22, 1993.
KEY ISSUE
Review of vehicle and equipment requiring replacement in 1993 due to maintenance performance.
Res. #228 Moved by: Patrick Abtan
Seconded by: Brian Harrison
THAT staff be authOrized to proceed with tendering for three vehicles, unit numbers 27; 40 and 42; and six
equipment items, units A2001, A8049, C2003, H2000, J3011 and S9051.
CARRIED
A-154 AUTHORITY MEETING # 1 1/92, JANUARY 22, 1993
NEW BUSINESS
19. SURPLUS AIRPORT LAND
-Town of Pickering
Res. #229 Moved by: Kip Van Kempen
Seconded by: Jim Witty
THA T staff be directed to review the Federal Government proposal to dispose of its surplus airport land holding
in Pickering with the aim to examine the acquisition and control over valley lands and stream corridors.
CARRIED
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11: 1 5 a.m., January 22, 1993.
William Granoer J.C. Mather
Chair Secretary-Treasurer
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