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erTHE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY Annual #1/02 January 25, 2002 The Authority Meeting Annual #1/02, was held in the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village, on Friday, January 25, 2002. The Chair of 2001, Dick O'Brien, called the meeting to order at 10:45 a.m. The Secretary- Treasurer, Craig Mather, assumed the Chair to conduct the Elections of Officers. PRESENT David Barrow Member Ila Bossons Member Michael Di Biase Member Susan DiMarco Member Cliff Gyles Member Suzan Hall Member Anthony Ketchum Member Pam McConnell Member Ron Moeser Member Dick O'Brien Member Gerri Lynn O'Connor Member Bill O'Donnell Member Linda Pabst Member Maja Prentice Member Dave Ryan Member Frank Scarpitti Member Ian Sinclair Member REGRETS Maria Augimeri Member Bas Balkissoon Member Lorna Bissell Member Sandra Bussin Member Raymond Cho Member Rob Ford Member Irene Jones Member George Mammoliti Member Jim McMaster Member Peter Milczyn Member Tanny Wells Member 1 INAUGURAL MEETING RES. #A1 /02 - MINUTES Moved by: Seconded by: Ron Moeser Maja Prentice THAT the Minutes of Meeting #10/01, held on January 11, 2002, be approved. CARRIED SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION RES. #A2 /02 - HUMBER ARBORETUM Humber College of Applied Arts and Technology City of Toronto (West Community), CFN 26495. Receipt of a request from Humber College of Applied Arts and Technology to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with respect to the Humber Arboretum to remove 1.5 acres of table land from the Arboretum to allow for the construction of student residences and to provide more permanency to the remainder of the Arboretum. Moved by: Seconded by: David Barrow Suzan Hall WHEREAS on September 1st, 1977 Humber College of Applied Arts and Technology (Humber College) leased approximately 18 acres of land to the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) to be used in conjunction with surrounding TRCA lands as the Humber Arboretum; AND WHEREAS TRCA, Humber College, the then Corporation of the City of Etobicoke and the then Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto entered into an operational agreement dated September 1st, 1977 for the development, operation and maintenance of the Humber Arboretum; AND WHEREAS TRCA is in receipt of a request from Humber College to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with respect to the Humber Arboretum to remove 1.5 acres of table land from the Arboretum to allow for the construction of student residences and to provide more permanency to the remainder of the Arboretum; THAT the arrangement between Humber College, TRCA and the City of Toronto be amended on the following basis: 2 a) Humber College will convey to TRCA approximately 8 acres of land for the nominal consideration of $2.00 being Part of Lot 32 and 33, Concession 3, Fronting the Humber and also being part of Part 2 on Plan 64R -6366, City of Toronto (formerly City of Etobicoke Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto); b) Humber College will lease to TRCA approximately 8.5 acres of land for 25 year term without provision for early termination for the nominal consideration of $2.00 per year said lands being part of Lot 32 and 33, Concession 3, Fronting the Humber and also being Part of Part 2 on Plan 64R -6366, City of Toronto (formerly City of Etobicoke Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto); c) 1.5 acres of table land will be removed from the existing Arboretum to be used by Humber College for the construction and operation of a new student residence. Humber College will at their expense relocate or replace the plant material and horticulture Improvements presently located on the 1.5 acres; d) Humber College will make available to the Arboretum Management Committee 800 square feet of space in the residence at no cost except for utilities, maintenance, insurance and security costs or a lump sum payment of $160,000; e) Humber College, the City of Toronto and TRCA agree that they may agree at any time during the term of the lease to use their reasonable best efforts to find a parcel of land comparable in size and value to exchange for leased parcel to be used by Humber College for educational purposes. Alternatively, Humber College may agree to a sale of the leased lands at a price to be mutually agreed upon. THAT TRCA designate the Arboretum Management Committee to determine whether the 800 square feet of space in the residence option or the lump sum payment option best suits the needs of the Arboretum; THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required including but not limited to the Memorandum of Understanding and updated operational agreement and lease agreement. CARRIED 3 BACKGROUND On September 1, 1977 Humber College, TRCA, the then City of Etobicoke and the then Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto entered into an agreement for the construction, operation and maintenance of an arboretum. In this agreement Humber College agreed to convey to TRCA, 92.914 acres of flood plain and valley lands. The conveyance of this land was completed on February 28, 1979. Humber College also agreed to simultaneously with signing the agreement, lease to TRCA approximately 18 acres of table land. This lease was for a period of 10 years and the lease automatically renewed on an annual basis until terminated by either party. To date neither party has terminated the lease. The agreement also established a Management Committee with a representative appointed by each of the parties to guide the policies, development and maintenance of the Arboretum. Recently, Humber College has come under pressure to provide an additional residence for its students. Their site is now fully developed and the only location available for construction of the new residence is the Humber College land presently being used for the Arboretum. Humber College is proposing to use 1.5 acres of the Arboretum lands for construction of the residence. To offset this loss Humber College is proposing to convey to TRCA, 8 acres of the original leased lands which has been designated by TRCA as Environmentally Significant Area, enter into a 25 year lease without provision for termination on the remaining 8.5 acres and provide office space for the Arboretum Management Committee or a lump sum payment of $160,000. Since the office space or the lump sum payment will be used by the Arboretum Management Committee for Arboretum purposes, staff feel this decision should be left with the Arboretum Management Committee. Attached is a plan showing the location of the subject lands. RATIONALE The subject property falls within the Authority's approved master plan for acquisition for the Humber River Watershed. The property is located in the Humber College Environmentally Significant Area (ESA #11). TAXES AND MAINTENANCE The lands will be turned over to the City of Toronto under our management agreement. Lands under this agreement are exempt from taxation. The costs associated with operation and maintenance of the Arboretum will be administered in accordance with the operational Agreement. FINANCIAL DETAILS Funding for this acquisition will be charged to Account 004 -11 -502 Report prepared by: Mike Fenning, extension 5223 For Information contact: Mike Fenning, extension 5223 Ron Dewell, extension 5245 Date: January 22, 2002 Attachments: 1 Attachment 1 Humber Arboretum Humber CoNege of Applied Arts and Technology City of Toronto (West Community) CFN 25495 Ilmignimil APPROX. AREA REMOVED asal0.0.• ~ewe* @AOC 5 RES. #A3 /02 - CLAIREVILLE CONSERVATION FIELD CENTRE - RENEWAL OF LEASE WITH THE TORONTO DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD CFN 24500. Request to renew the lease agreement with the Toronto District School Board for a further five years (Executive Res. #B 170/01) Moved by: Seconded by: Maja Prentice Cliff Gyles THAT the renewal of the lease for use of the Claireville Conservation Field Centre for a further five years with the Toronto District School Board be approved; THAT the market value rent be phased in over a five year period in accordance with the schedule outlined below: Year 1 $32,521 Year 2 $40,591 Year 3 $48.661 Year 4 $56.731 Year 5 $64,800 AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required to give affect to the lease extension. CARRIED RES. #A4 /02 - VEHICLE ACQUISITIONS Tender ES2001 -33, 56,000 GVWR Cab and Chassis Truck. The acquisition of replacement vehicles (Executive Res. #B 171 /01) Moved by: Seconded by: Maja Prentice Cliff Gyles THAT Tender ES2001 -33, 56,000 GVWR Cab and Chassis Truck, be awarded to Metro International Trucks Limited for the amount of $167,727.50. CARRIED 6 RES. #A5/02 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001 -2005 Waterfront Component, Etobicoke Sector Zanini Developments Inc., City of Toronto (West Community) CFN 32406. Purchase of property located south of Lake Shore Boulevard West, west of Sand Beach Road, City of Toronto (West Community) under the "Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 - 2005 ", Waterfront Component, Etobicoke Sector. (Executive Res. #B 172/01) Moved by: Seconded by: Maja Prentice Cliff Gyles THAT 0.006 hectares (0.014 acres) more or less, consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of vacant land and bed of Lake Ontario, being a partial taking from a larger holding, be purchased from Zanini Developments Inc., said land being Part of Lot 1, Broken Front Concession, City of Toronto, (formerly City of Etobicoke, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto), and further described as Part 10 and 11 on Plan 66R- 19407; THAT a permanent easement, for access for maintenance of the shoreline, containing 0.015 hectares (0.037 acres), more or less, be purchased from Zanini Developments Inc., said land being Part of Lot 1, Broken Front Concession, and Part of 25 Foot Reserve, Plan M -76, City of Toronto, (formerly City of Etobicoke, Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto) and further described as part 9 on Plan 66R- 19407; THAT the transaction be completed on the following basis: a) Zanini Developments Ltd. will be responsible for maintenance of the existing concrete retaining wall and further shoreline works being constructed as a condition of development approval to the satisfaction of TRCA; b) Zanini Developments Ltd. will acknowledge that there may be a future public access /waterfront trail along the shoreline on lands proposed to be acquired by TRCA. An agreement is to be registered on title of Zanini Developments Ltd. remaining lands containing an acknowledgment of conditions a) and b) above and will include a requirement that future owners of the property enter into a similar agreement. THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED 7 RES. #A6/02 - RECOMMENDED CHANGES TO THE AUTHORITY'S PROCEDURES FOR THE ELECTION OF OFFICERS Changing the Authority's election procedures for the positions of Chairs and Vice Chairs of its Advisory Boards and for the positions which are required to fulfill the composition of the Executive Committee as set out in paragraphs 4 and 5 of the Authority's Rules of Conduct, to allow these positions to be filled for a three year term concurrent with the municipal term of office. (Executive Res. #B173 /01 & B174/01) Moved by: Seconded by: Maja Prentice Cliff Gyles THAT Section 8.1 of the Rules For The Conduct of the Authority 1999, be deleted and the following substituted such that the positions of Chair and Vice Chair of the Authority's Advisory Boards and the required positions on the Executive Committee shall be filled for a term of three years: Section 8.1 The appointment of auditors and the election of the Chair and Vice Chair of the Authority shall be held at the first meeting of the Authority in each year; The election of the Chairs and Vice Chairs of the Advisory Boards and the election of the remaining members of the Executive Committee shall be held every three years at the Annual Meeting immediately following every municipal election; In the event any Chair, Vice Chair or Executive Member does not wish or is unable to continue to hold their position for the full three year term, they will make this known to the Secretary- Treasurer in advance of the first meeting of the Authority in each calendar year and an election for this position shall be held.; THAT this change be deemed to be effective from the Annual Meeting held on February 23, 2001. AND FURTHER THAT the dates of future Annual Meetings be changed to accomodate the budget meeting schedule for our member municipalities, such that the Annual Meeting held following a municipal election be in January while the Annual Meetings in the interim two years between elections be moved to February; AND FURTHER THAT the member municipalities be required to make their appointments to the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority prior to the scheduled Annual Meeting date. CARRIED 8 RES. #A7 /02 - STATUTORY BORROWING RESOLUTION - 2002 The Authority's Rules of Conduct require annual approval of a resolution to provide for borrowing of funds, if necessary. (Finance Res. #C32/01) Moved by: Seconded by: Ron Moeser Anthony Ketchum THAT the Authority may borrow from the Royal Bank of Canada, or the Authority's member municipalities or other institutions as may be specifically approved by the Authority, up to the sum of TEN MILLION DOLLARS ($10,000,000) 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 designated as such under the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 27, at such rate of interest as the Minister of Natural Resources approves; THAT the amount borrowed pursuant to this resolution, together with interest, be a charge upon the whole of the monies received or to be received by the Authority by way of grants, etc., 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 to take such action as may be necessary to give effect thereto. CARRIED RES. #A8 /02 - APPOINTMENT OF AUDITORS Continuation of the appointment of KPMG LLP, Chartered Accountants, as the Authority's auditors. (Finance Res. #C33/01) Moved by: Seconded by: Ron Moeser Anthony Ketchum THAT KPMG LLP, Chartered Accountants, be appointed auditors of the Authority until December 31, 2002, as required by Section 38 of the Conservation Authorities Act. CARRIED RES. #A9 /02 - SALARY/WAGE ADJUSTMENT 2002 Recommends a salary/wage adjustment effective April 1, 2002, subject to funding availability as a result of final budget discussions with the Authority's funding partners. (Finance Res. #C34/01) 9 Moved by: Seconded by: Ron Moeser Anthony Ketchum THAT the Chief Administrative Officer, in consultation with the Chair of the Authority and the Chair of the Finance and Business Development Advisory Board, be authorized and directed to Implement a 2% salary/wage adjustment, or such smaller percentage as may be necessary to meet the Authority's budget objectives, to be effective in April, 2002. CARRIED SECTION II - ITEMS FOR EXECUTIVE ACTION RES. #A10 /02 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Frank Scarpitti Linda Pabst THAT Ontario Regulation 158 items contained in Section 11 of Executive Committee Minutes #11/01, held on January 18, 2002, be received. RES. #A11 /02 - SECTION 11- ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: David Barrow Ila Bossons CARRIED THAT Section 11 items, 8.2 & 8.3, of Executive Committee Minutes #11/01, held on January 18, 2002, be received. CARRIED Section 11 items 8.2 & 8.3 THE ARSENAL LANDS (FORMER CANADA POST PROPERTY) REMEDIATION (Executive Res. #B 177/01) PAPER SUPPLIES TENDER 2002 (Executive Res. #B 178/01) SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF ANOTHER BOARD RES. #Al2 /02 - SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR INFORMATION OF ANOTHER BOARD Moved by: Seconded by: Bill O'Donnell Ian Sinclair 10 THAT Section IV item 8.4 - Meeting Schedule 2002 -2003, of Executive Committee Minutes #11/01, held on January 18, 2002, be received. CARRIED RES. #A13/02 - SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR INFORMATION OF ANOTHER BOARD Moved by: Seconded by: Bill O'Donnell Ian Sinclair THAT Section IV items 9.4 - 9.6, Inclusive, of Finance and Business Development Advisory Board Minutes #8/01, held on January 18, 2002, be received. CARRIED Section IV items 9.4 - 9.6. Inclusive TRCA STRATEGIC MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS PLAN (Finance Res. #C35/01) ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE STATUS REPORT (Finance Res. #C36/01) MEETING SCHEDULE 2002 -2003 (Finance Res. #C37/01) 11 ANNUAL MEETING The Chief Administrative Officer /Secretary- Treasurer, Craig Mather, assumed the Chair for the Annual Meeting and conducted the 2002 Election of Officers. APPOINTMENTS TO THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY FOR 2002 -2003 The Secretary- Treasurer can advise that all the person listed below have been duly appointed and are entitled to sit as Members of this Authority for the 2002 -2003 year. ADJALA - TOSORONTIO /MONO DURHAM TORONTO PEEL YORK Anthony Ketchum Jim McMaster Gerri Lynn O'Connor Dave Ryan Maria Augimeri Bas Balkissoon Ila Bossons Sandra Bussin Raymond Cho Rob Ford Suzan Hall Irene Jones George Mammoliti Pam McConnell Peter Milczyn Ron Moeser Dick O'Brien Tanny Wells Lorna Bissell Susan DiMarco Cliff Gyles Maja Prentice Ian Sinclair David Barrow _ Michael Di Biase Bill O'Donnell Linda Pabst Frank Scarpitti 12 RES. #A14 /02 - APPOINTMENT OF SCRUTINEERS Moved by: Seconded by: Frank Scarpitti Linda Pabst THAT Mr. James Horne, Parnter, KPMG and Ms. Judy Orendorff, Area Supervisor, Halton /Peel/Toronito Team, Ministry of Natural Resources, be appointed as scrutineers for the election of officers, if required. CARRIED CHAIR OF THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY Dick O'Brien was nominated by Ron Moeser. RES. #A15 /02 - MOTION TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS Moved by: Seconded by: Frank Scarpitti Michael Di Biase THAT nominations for the office of Chair of the Authority be closed. CARRIED Dick O'Brien was declared elected by acclamation as Chair of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority VICE CHAIR OF THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY Jim McMaster was nominated by Gerri Lynn O'Connor RES. #A16 /02 - MOTION TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS Moved by: Seconded by: Michael Di Biase David Barrow THAT nominations for the office of Vice Chair of the Authority be closed. CARRIED Jim McMaster was declared elected by acclamation as Vice Chair of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority 13 RES. #A17 /02 - ADVISORY BOARD APPOINTMENTS Appointment of Members of the Authority to the three Advisory Boards. Moved by: Seconded by: Ron Moeser Pam McConnell THAT the following list of Advisory Board Members be received and approved: AMENDMENT RES. #A18 /01 Moved by: Seconded by: Finance and Business Development Advisory Board David Barrow Bas Balkissoon Sandra Bussin Rob Ford Ron Moeser Dick O'Brien Bill O'Donnell MaJa Prentice Watershed Management Advisory Board Lorna Bissell Ila Bossons Cliff Gyles Irene Jones Anthony Ketchum Pam McConnell Jim McMaster Dave Ryan Frank Scarpitti Ian Sinclair Tanny Wells Public Use Advisory Board Maria Augimeri Raymond Cho Michael DI Blase Susan DiMarco Suzan Hall George Mammolitti Peter Milczyn Gerri Lynn O'Connor Linda Pabst Michael Di Biase Frank Scarpitti 14 THAT the following be inserted after the main motion: AND FURTHER THAT Clause 20 of Section V of the Rules of Conduct be altered for the 2002 -2003 Authority year such that as many as 11 Members may sit on an Advisory Board. THE AMENDMENT WAS CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED For Information contact: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264; Andrea Fennell, extension 6281 Date: January 14, 2002 TERMINATION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11:17 a.m., on January 25, 2002. Dick O'Brien Chair /ks J. Craig Mather Secretary- Treasurer 15 c. THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #2/02 February 22, 2002 The Authority Meeting #2/02, was held In the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village, on Friday, February 22, 2002. The Chair Dick O'Brien, called the meeting to order at 10:06 a.m. PRESENT Maria Augimeri Member Lorna Bissell Member David Barrow Member lia Bossons Member Michael Di Biase Member Susan DiMarco Member Rob Ford Member Cliff Gyles Member Irene Jones Member Anthony Ketchum Member Pam McConnell Member Jim McMaster Vice Chair Peter Milczyn Member Dick O'Brien Chair Gerri Lynn O'Connor Member Bill O'Donnell Member Linda Pabst Member Maja Prentice - Member Frank Scarpitti . Member Ian Sinclair Member Tanny Wells Member REGRETS Bas Balkissoon Member Sandra Bussin Member Raymond Cho Member Suzan Hall • Member George Mammoliti Member Ron Moeser Member Dave Ryan Member 16 RES. #A19 /02 - MINUTES Moved by: Seconded by: Pam McConnell Linda Pabst THAT the Minutes of Meeting #1/02, held on January 25, 2002, be approved. CARRIED CONFLICT OF INTEREST Anthony Ketchum declared that he does not have a conflict of interest with respect to item 7.1 - Proposed Ballycroy Golf /Hotel Development. SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION RES. #A20 /02 - PROPOSED BALLYCROY GOLF /HOTEL DEVELOPMENT Staff status report regarding details on the proposed sediment control and water and sewage use by the proposed Ballycroy Golf /Hotel Development, including independent monitoring of their proposed water use, storage and sewage treatment. Moved by: Seconded by: Anthony Ketchum Irene Jones THAT the staff report on the proposed Ballycroy Golf /Hotel Development be received. AMENDMENT RES. #A21 /02 THAT the following be inserted after the main motion: THAT the Authority directs staff to continue to express its concern about water management issues concerning this application to appropriate municipal departments and provincial ministries to ensure that the application will not impair the quality or quantity of flows and ecological functions in the Humber River adjacent to the site or downstream, both in the short and long term, and the Minister of Environment be so advised. AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to report back to the Authority on the site plan application. THE AMENDMENT WAS CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED 17 BACKGROUND At Watershed Management Advisory Board Meeting #1 /02, held on February 8, 2002, Res. #D4 /02 as follows was approved: THAT above -noted correspondence (a) be received; AND FURTHER THAT at the Authority Meeting scheduled to be held on February 22, 2002, that staff report on the details of the proposed sediment control and water and sewage use by the proposed Ballycroy Resort and Golf Course, including independent monitoring of their proposed water use, storage and sewage treatment. As per the request of this resolution, the following report has been provided as an update on the proposal. Proposal The proposal is to redesignate the site from "Rural ", "Open Space Recreation" and "Environmental Protection" to site specific "Open Space" and "Environmental Protection ". The purpose of the amendment is to permit a 27 hole golf course and a 250 unit hotel /convention centre on 117 hectares. Site Description The site is located on Lots 1 and 2, Concession 5 in the Township of Adjala - Tosorontio (formerly Adjala), northwest of the intersection of County Road 50 and Highway 9. The current uses of the subject property include a farm, a worked out gravel pit and forested lands. Portions of the site are within the Humber River valley corridor, the Simcoe - Albion Forest Environmental Significant Area (ESA), the locally significant Ballycroy wetland, the Oak Ridges Moraine, and within the County of Simcoe Greenlands System. The natural hazards on the subject site include flooding and erosion (meander belt) associated with the Humber River and steep slopes. TRCA Involvement TRCA staff has had extensive involvement with the Township of Adjala - Tosorontio, County of Simcoe, the applicant, applicant's consulting team, tje Region of Peel and the Town of Caledon throughout the Official Plan (OPA) and Zoning By -Law (ZBA) amendment process. Our involvement began in February 2000 when staff was contacted by a consulting team regarding the proposed golf course and TRCA's development criteria. In August 2000, TRCA provided extensive review comments on the circulated OPA/ZBA and supporting "Justification Report" prepared by the consultants. Our review comments were followed by numerous meetings and resubmissions by the consultants. As a result of our review of the additional work by the applicant and discussions with the municipality, TRCA staff indicated no objection to the approval of the OPA/ZBA subject to minor modifications to the OPA. The OPA and ZBA were approved by the municipality on October 30, 2000. The OPA was circulated to the TRCA in February 2001 by the County of Simcoe (upper tier municipality) and staff expressed no objection subject to requested modifications. On March 29, 2001 the County of Simcoe approved the OPA with TRCA's requested modifications. TRCA staff will be involved extensively in the Site Plan approval process within which our detailed concerns will be addressed. 18 In addition to the above, TRCA staff has recently completed a terrestrial evaluation (fauna and flora) for the area as part of the Natural Heritage Strategy. Once the report has been finalized, the findings will be forwarded to the proponent to aid in the preparation of detailed plans for the proposed use. RATIONALE Golf Course Scheme The proponent has committed to the following development criteria: • To maintain riparian corridor adjacent to the Humber River, protect ESA, wetland and wildlife linkages through the development design. • To locate ancillary structures such as tees and greens outside the meander belt, wetland and ESA. • To offset the cuttings in the pine plantation the applicant will undertake plantings within buffer areas, and restrict the watercourse crossings to two. These bridges will be a clear span design. • Groundwater use will be limited to 25 - 30 Gallons per minute (IGPM) for the conference centre. • The golf course irrigation sources will include treated effluent, stormwater runoff and surface water taking from the Humber River. The implementation of design criteria for the golf course, in accordance with Authority requirements, will be completed at the Site Plan / Permit phase and will be supported by the appropriate background documentation. Sediment Control and Monitoring The supporting Environmental Impact Study (EIS) and Addendum prepared by the consulting team commits to a 5 year monitoring plan both during construction and operation of the golf course with yearly reports provided to the TRCA and municipality. In addition, sediment and erosion control measures will be employed during construction to prevent sedimentation of the Humber River and natural feature areas. Water Taking and Water Balance Staff feel that the general water management scheme proposed for the Ballycroy Resort Golf Course and Conference Centre will adequately protect the Humber River and other natural features from negative impacts. Our position in this regard is based on the following: 1. The requirement of the applicant to provide additional detailed technical information in support of the site plan application, Permit To Take Water -PTTW and Ont. Reg. 158 applications, where the TRCA will have a high level of involvement in these processes as required by the OPA and other legislation. 2. The applicant's commitment to protect the 60% average summer duration flow (secured through the PTTW), in conjunction with the OPA requirement (Section 4.7.5) to limit the total amount of groundwater extraction to 25 - 30 IGM. The applicant also agrees that the ultimate golf course irrigation will be achieved through the use of treated effluent, stormwater run -off and seasonal overflow (flows in excess of the 60% average summer duration flow) only. 19 3. The applicants commitment to provide for additional water storage on site if required based on further information which will be gathered as the proposal progresses through the site plan, the PTTW and the Ontario Regulation 158 application processes. 4. The continued involvement of Mr. Bryan Whitehead, consultant for the Township of Adjala - Tosorontio, for peer review hydrogeological expertise to ensure that water is continued to be managed properly as this file progresses to detailed design and construction. Planning The OPA amendment redesignates the subject lands "Open Space Recreation" and "Environmental Protection Area ". The amendment also maintains the existing "Rural Residential" designation and refines the existing "Commercial /Industrial" designation. The text of the amendment contains the wording pertaining to groundwater use, protection of groundwater and surface water quality, quantity and recharge capability, and site plan review criteria. Specifically, Section 4.7.5 states that the use of groundwater for irrigation of the golf course shall be minimized through the use of combination of treated sewage effluent, seasonal overflow from the Humber River and storm water, where possible ". In this regard, the proponent has committed to minimize the use of groundwater for golf course irrigation once the conference centre opens and then only to be used for the conference centre at 25 - 30 Gallons per minute (IGPM). The amendment also notes that "restoration, enhancement and water management (ground and surface) components of the proposal, as determined through the site plan, be to the satisfaction of the TRCA." The amendment specifies that the site plan application may include, but not be limited to, the following review of a hydrology assessment, detailed plans for septic systems, stormwater management plan and an assessment of the appropriateness of the proposed use(s) in the context of water use and groundwater impacts. Summary TRCA has indicated no objection to the OPA and ZBA based on development criteria outlined in background reports and studies. Specifically, the development concept maintains the physical valley feature, commits to offset encroachment into the plantation through the establishment of natural regeneration areas, maintains riparian vegetation, protects ESA and wetland areas, minimizes groundwater taking for the convention centre, and uses stormwater, treated effluent and surface water as golf course irrigation sources. The use of surface water from the Humber River will be curtailed to periods when adequate flows are available to replenish the irrigation ponds. The proposal is consistent with the requirements of the Authority's Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program. 20 WORK TO BE DONE Approvals Required The OPA and ZBA were approved March 29, 2001 by the County of Simcoe, and have been appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB). If approved by the OMB the proposal will require Site Plan approval from the municipality, a Permit To Take Water (PTTW) and sewage system approval from MOE, and permit approval by TRCA pursuant to Ontario Regulation 158 (fill regulated and watercourse crossings, and water intake structure). Future Involvement Staff will continue working with the proponent, municipal partners and residents to ensure that the proposal occurs in an environmentally sound and safe matter. Efforts will be concentrated on conservation of the Humber River valley corridor and other natural features, the enhancement and protection of ground and surface water quality and quantity. Report Prepared By: Chris Hibberd, Extension 5281 Date: February 18, 2002 RES. #A22/02 - TRCA REPRESENTATIVES ON VARIOUS COMMITTEES Appointments to Conservation Ontario and the Employee /Recognition Sub - Committee. Moved by: Seconded by: Ian Sinclair Gerri Lynn O'Connor THAT the position of Chair be designated as the Authority's voting representative, and the CAO as the alternate representative to Conservation Ontario; THAT Conservation Ontario be advised after the annual meeting of the names of the individuals in these positions, or when their successor is named; AND FURTHER THAT Councillors Irene Jones, Lorna Bissell and Jim McMaster be appointed to the Employee /Recognition Sub - Committee until the Annual Meeting In 2004; CARRIED BACKGROUND Conservation Ontario Conservation Ontario is an umbrella organization representing all 38 Conservation Authorities which brings together over 800 members and 1000 staff working together to achieve common goals. Conservation Ontario is governed by a council consisting of two representatives of each Authority. Council directs the activities of the staff and a variety of working groups, task forces, and committees focusing on various areas of common interest to all Conservation Authorities. 21 Conservation Ontario requests annually that the Authority advise of its appointments to this body. It has been the Authority's practice for many years to have the Chair designated as the Authority's voting representative and the CAO as the alternate. It is therefore recommended that the holder of these positions automatically be appointed annually for a 1 -year term_to Conservation Ontario who will be so advised. Employee /Recognition Sub - Committee The Authority creates a small committee known as the Employee /Recognition Sub - Committee which reviews and makes recommendations to the Authority on who should receive the Authority's annual Conservation Awards which are presented each spring at a special meeting or event. It is suggested that three Members of the Authority be appointed to the Employee /Recognition Sub - Committee. For information contact: J. Craig Mather, 416- 667 -6289 Date: February 19, 2002 RES. #A23/02 - YORK PEEL DURHAM GROUNDWATER STUDY - ALLOCATION OF MOE FUNDING Selection of Hydrogeological Consultants to undertake the York Peel Durham (YPD) Groundwater Management Strategy Study workplan for 2002. Moved by: Seconded by: Ian Sinclair Gerri Lynn O'Connor THAT the firm of Conestoga- Rovers & Associates be retained to undertake the Stream Baseflow Assessment Program as part of the MOE funded Aquifer Characterization Study with an upset limit of $100,000 plus GST; THAT the firm of W.B. Beatty and Associates be retained to undertake the Updating of MOE Water Well Record Database Program as part of the MOE funded Aquifer Characterization Study with an upset limit of $59,550 plus GST; THAT the firm of Quantec Logging Services Inc. be retained to undertake the Geophysical Logging Program as part of the MOE funded Aquifer Characterization Study with an upset limit of $100,000 plus GST; THAT the firm of Earthfx (with Gartner Lee Limited) be retained to undertake the Hydrogeological Analysis Within the TRCA Watersheds program as part of the MOE funded Aquifer Characterization Study with an upset limit of $181,344 plus GST; THAT the firm of Earthfx (with Gartner Lee Limited) be retained to undertake the Regional Groundwater Model program as part of the MOE funded Aquifer Characterization Study with an upset limit of $173,820 plus GST; 22 AND FURTHER THAT $50,000 be transferred to Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) to be directed towards the drilling and logging of two high quality boreholes as part of the MOE funded Aquifer Characterization study and a Memorandum of Understanding prepared between TRCA and CVC to document the terms for the transfer of the funding. CARRIED BACKGROUND A report directed to the Watershed Management Advisory Board Meeting #1 /02 (elsewhere in this agenda) outlines the YPD Groundwater Management Strategy study workplan for 2002 and beyond. The work plan lays out a clear vision for developing a sound groundwater management and protection program for the York Peel and Durham Regions, as well as a road map for arriving at the realization of this vision. The YPD Team has solicited competitive bids on a number of projects that will be carried out this year and is recommending that the Authority direct staff to retain the selected consultants and negotiate contracts for the execution of the work. With the following consultant selections the YPQ Team is extremely confident in moving forward with the 2002 work plan. All consultants have expressed a strong willingness to work closely with the YPD Team to ensure the success of the overall study. RATIONALE For the numerous projects to be undertaken, the YPD Team invited proposals from very highly qualified firms across southern Ontario. Given the high quality of the proposals received, the YPD Team had tough deliberations to determine the successful bidders. Each agency on the YPD team (the three Regional Municipalities as well as their six associated Conservation Authorities) had the opportunity to review all of the proposals and provide input to the selection process. YPD Team members were provided with evaluation forms and were asked to rank the proposals. A YPD meeting was held where all of the results were summarized and a frank discussion on the merits and disadvantages of each proposal was held prior to the determination of the successful consulting team. The following summarizes the rationale behind the final consultant selection by the YPD Team. Stream Baseflow Assessment Program Five firms were invited to bid on this project: 1) Gartner Lee Limited 2) Golder Associates Limited 3) Marshall Macklin Monaghan Limited 4) Jacques Whitford Limited 5) Conestoga Rovers & Associates Limited. Jacques Whitford declined to bid, while Marshall Macklin Monaghan and Golder formed a partnership, therefore only three proposals were received. The consultants were asked to develop a network of stations across the YPD area where stream baseflows would be measured in the summer of 2002. The consultants were informed that an upset limit of $100,000 was established for the program and asked to provide the best value that they could for the given funds. Conestoga Rovers & Associates Limited was selected largely because of 23 their direct approach to the project and the allocation of a significant portion of the budget to collecting new field data. Updating of MOE Water Well Record Database Six Firms were invited to bid on this project: 1) Gartner Lee Limited 2) Golder Associates Limited 3) Marshall Macklin Monaghan Limited 4) Morrison Environmental Limited 5) W.B. Beatty & Associates Limited 6) Water and Earth Science Associates Limited. Gartner Lee Limited, Marshall Macklin Monaghan and Water and Earth Science Associates declined to bid, therefore only three proposals were received. The consultants were asked to assist the YPD Team in bringing up -to -date the Ministry of the Environment's Water Well record database by obtaining GPS derived geographical coordinates for some 5,200 wells across the YPD area. The consultants were informed that an upset limit of $60,000 was established for this project and were asked to provide the best value for the available funds. Only Beatty and Associates were able to develop a work plan to accurately locate all of the outstanding wells, thus bringing the database up to date. Geophysical Logging Program Three firms were invited to bid on this project: 1) Golder Associates Limited 2) Dillon Consulting Limited 3) Quantec Logging Services Inc. All firms provided proposals. The consultants were requested to undertake a pilot study to determine which geophysical tools would provide the most value in deciphering and quantifying the geological framework across the YPD area and then to undertake a logging program of selected wells across the YPD area. Consultants were informed that an upset limit of $100,000 was established for the program and were asked to provide the best value for the available funds. Quantec was the preferred consultant by all of the YPD Team members who evaluated the proposals. Their proposal provided a balance between developing a sound methodology for researching and det eloping a routine geophysical logging program with the need for acquiring new information across the YPD area. The firm is connected with well respected geophysicists at McMaster University in Hamilton and the YPD Team expects to be able to draw on the expertise through the project. Hydrogeologlcal Analysis within TRCA Watersheds Four firms were invited to bid on this project: 1) Conestoga Rovers and Associates (bid of $304,750) 24 2) Earthfx Limited (bid of $181,344) 3) Gartner Lee Limited (bid with Earthfx) 4) Waterloo Hydrogeologic Limited (bid of $187,510). Earthfx and Gartner Lee limited formed a partnership, therefore only three proposals were received. The consultants were requested to develop a groundwater model that would assist York Region in understanding the hydrogeology of the Yonge Street Aquifer, and assist the TRCA in making future land use decisions that could affect groundwater resources. The YPD Team selected Earthfx/Gartner Lee as the preferred team to carry out the project largely because the Earthfx/GLL team had more experience in the YPD area, and incorporated more time for senior experienced modeling staff to provide key input to the study. Regional Groundwater Model Three firms were invited to bid on this project: 1) Earthfx Limited (bid $173,820) 2) Gartner Lee Limited (bid with Earthfx) 3) Waterloo Hydrogeologic Limited (bid $183,460). Earthfx and Gartner Lee Limited formed a partnership so that only two proposals were received. The consultants were requested to join the YPD Team in developing a regional scale groundwater model that would incorporate the entire Oak Ridges Moraine. The YPD Team selected Earthfx/Gartner Lee as the preferred team to carry out the project largely because the Earthfx/GLL team had more experience on the Oak Ridges Moraine and incorporated more hours of senior modeling staff to carry out the project. CVC Memorandum of Understanding As part of their Subwatershed 13 study the CVC is installing two high quality boreholes that will closely evaluate the geological framework in the area. The boreholes will become long term observation wells and will be used by the YPD project as geophysical calibration holes. The CVC has competitively solicited proposals for the drilling and logging of these boreholes and will move forward with a report to the CVC board. CVC is a YPD partner agency and the project is being undertaken in cooperation with the entire YPD Team. The cost of the boreholes is on the order of $50,000 which will be transferred from the YPD budget once funds are received from the Ministry of the Environment. FINANCIAL DETAILS The above projects total $707,743, after the GST is added to the consultant's estimates. This total cost will allow the YPD project to receive the total grant available from the Ministry of the Environment of $531,250. Upon approval of this report, staff will make the necessary arrangements to have these funds transferred to the YPD account. With this MOE funding, there are sufficient funds in the York Peel Durham Groundwater Management Strategy Study (Account #115 -90) budget to cover the costs of the above projects. For Information contact: Steve Holysh, 905 - 336 -1158, extension 246 Date: February 20, 2002 25 RES. #A24 /02 - YORK REGION DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD Request for release of Authority's interest in a right -of -way, southeast of Islington Avenue and Rutherford Road, City of Vaughan, Humber River Watershed, CFN 25850. The Authority is in receipt of a request from the York Region District School Board, the owner of the property located east of Islington Avenue on the south side of Rutherford Road, in the City. of Vaughan, for the Authority to release any and all interest in a right -of -way situate on the west limit of the site. The right -of -way exists in a legal form only and is not at this time being used or required for access by the Authority. (Executive Res. #B2/02) Moved by: Seconded by: David Barrow Bill O'Donnell THAT WHEREAS The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from the York Region District School Board to release any and all interest in a right -of -way situate on the south side of Rutherford Road, east of Islington Avenue, in the City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York; 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 cooperate with the York Region District School Board in this instance; , THAT the Authority Quit Claim its interest in a small parcel of land containing 0.289 acres (0.117 hectares), more or less, to the York Region District School Board, said land being Part Lot 15, Concession 7, further being described as Part 2 on Plan 65R- 17485, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York; THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, with the York Region District School Board being responsible for all legal and other costs involving the release in the right -of -way; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. CARRIED RES. #A25 /02 - DOGS OFF -LEASH FACILITY Greenwood Conservation Area, Town of Ajax. To resolve conflict amongst people walking their dogs and other park users, the TRCA in partnership with the Town of Ajax proposes to establish, on a trial basis, a dogs off -leash facility in the Greenwood Conservation Area. Moved by: Seconded by: Anthony Ketchum Rob Ford 26 THAT staff, in partnership with the Town of Ajax, develop a dogs off -leash facility on a six month trial basis at the Greenwood Conservation Area; THAT the Town of Ajax and Authority staff monitor the compliance of park users, determine the conservation benefits of off -leash areas, enforce and educate park users on the existing policy and legislation that requires all dogs on TRCA property to be on a leash and under the control of their owner; , AND FURTHER THAT staff review the problems of unrestrained dogs on all Authority properties and develop a management plan to deal with areas of concern from both a public use and wildlife management perspective. CARRIED BACKGROUND The Town of Ajax, like other municipalities, has an agreement to manage a number of TRCA properties within their jurisdiction. The Greenwood Conservation Area is under this agreement and is currently managed by the Town of Ajax. Increasingly at the Greenwood Conservation Area, there has been a number of incidents and complaints of conflicts between park users and people walking their dogs unrestrained. Commonly, there is a general concern about free ranging dogs within the public park space. Specific incidents in Greenwood Conservation Area include large dogs intimidating park visitors, dogs jumping on people, and individual and groups of dogs approaching pedestrians and cyclists. These conflicts have led to additional enforcement of the area with unfortunately a poor compliance and uncooperative response from the dog owners. The Town of Ajax has a bylaw (Number 69 -2000) that regulates the dogs and cats and stipulates the use of leashes. Likewise the Conservation Authorities Act (O.Reg. 119, RRO 1990, Section 10,2c) prohibits pets at large within Conservation Areas. The Town and Authority staff discussed the need and desire to provide a long term solution to the issue of unrestrained dogs, above and beyond the traditional enforcement techniques. To address these concerns, the Town of Ajax and the TRCA hosted a public meeting in November 2001 to determine what options would ensure the enjoyment of our greenspace areas by all park users. At this meeting, the consideration of developing an off -leash area was discussed and determined to be a viable alternative to present conditions. Town and Authority staff have reviewed a number of properties within the Town of Ajax and have determined a suitable location within Greenwood Conservation Area for a dogs off -leash area. The northeast corner of Greenwood Conservation Area at Church Street and 3rd Concession is a decommissioned gravel pit that is naturally regenerating. Based on a site visit by Authority and Town staff, this area was determined to be a suitable off -leash alternative for the patrons of the Greenwood Conservation Area. To increase the usability of this area, a number of site improvements including garbage containers and a mowed trail within the area will be implemented by the Town. To ensure that this is a feasible alternative, this area is being developed on a six month trial basis. This trial period will allow flexibility and control over the management of the site and set expectations of the park users to ensure that there is compliance with this alternative. 27 RATIONALE Uncontrolled dogs at large within the Greenwood Conservation Area are both a public use and resource management issue. The Greenwood Conservation Area is an important resource management/habitat area and home to many species of wildlife. The abundance of free ranging dogs within this area is limiting the potential habitat value and use of this area by wildlife. Animals like white tailed deer, coyotes, foxes, rabbits, ground nesting birds and waterfowl are being displaced by the presence of uncontrolled dogs. The transfer of wildlife related diseases to domestic pets is also a concern. As an example, the current epidemic of sarcoptic mange in southern Ontario coyotes is well contained in the wild, but the risk of infection increases dramatically with uncontrolled contact between domestic dogs and infected wildlife. In addition, unrestrained dogs can harm and disturb wildlife during critical periods during the year. During the breeding, nesting, and birthing seasons wildlife are extremely vulnerable. For example, wildlife studies have proven that the chasing of white tailed deer during the late winter months by domestic dogs weakens individual animals and increases incidents mortality in otherwise healthy herds. Issues around public use include the safety of park users and quality of the park experience for our patrons. The presence of uncontrolled dogs is of concern to non dog owners and the incident of unwanted interactions is steadily increasing. Uncontrolled, this increase in unrestrained dogs will eventually result in further incidents and possibly personal injury to our park patrons. The development of an off -leash area in Greenwood Conservation Area will ease enforcement problems by providing a viable alternative area for dog owners. The designation of off -leash areas has - helped other municipalities manage similar issues with park patrons and successful programs are in place at High Park in the City of Toronto and Jack Darling Waterfront Park in the City of Mississauga. FINANCIAL DETAILS The Town of Ajax has agreed to fund, implement, and enforce this program. The Authority has agreed to provide staff support of the park and off -leash area. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE The Town of Ajax will provide garbage containers and pick -up, and in the summer months cut a walking path around the perimeter of the area. Greenwood Conservation Area will be posted with appropriate signage and directions to the dogs off-leash area, the rules for use of the off -leash area will also be posted. If required, Town and Authority staff will develop public information material about this program and host any additional public meetings needed to address this program. 28 Authority staff will also assess the need to address the issue of dogs at large on our other properties and develop management/operational plans based on the experience at Greenwood Conservation Area. For Information contact: Gord MacPherson, 416- 990 -7890 Date: January 22, 2002 RES. #A26/02 - GLEN HAFFY HEADWATERS TROUT PONDS Change to the Conservation Areas Fee Schedule. Moved by: Seconded by: Anthony Ketchum Rob Ford THAT the 2002 Fee Schedule for the Conservation Areas, as it pertains to Glen Haffy Headwaters Trout Ponds, as proposed, be approved. CARRIED BACKGROUND The TRCA Fee Schedule was reviewed and it was determined that the following changes are required to meet the goals and objectives of the Conservation Areas Business Plan, and to exceed the current level of visitor satisfaction at the Glen Haffy Headwaters Trout Ponds. RATIONALE Price increases are recommended to increase revenues of the Conservation Area section and meet the objectives outlined in the Conservation Areas Business Plan. Continued customer satisfaction and increasing expectations have resulted in rising expenditures at the Headwaters Trout Ponds. To offset these costs, it is recommended that an increase to the permit fees be approved. Changes appear in bold; please refer to the appended section of the Fee Schedule for existing relevant information. Item # 6.0 Item Description For a permit for the use of a fishing pond at the Glen Haffy Headwaters Trout Pond, including general admission and the use of rowboats, per day; 2001 Gross Proposed 6.1 on weekends and holidays. $275.00 $350.00 6.2 on weekdays. $200.00 $275.00 6.3 for the use of the cabin in conjunction with a permit issued under 6.1 or 6.2. $80.00 remove 29 FINANCIAL DETAILS These changes represent an estimated increase of $4500.00 to $5000.00 in revenue, based on 2001 booking information, to the Glen Haffy Headwaters Trout Ponds and the Conservation Areas section. For Information contact: Brian Moyle, extension 5252 Date: January 30, 2002 RES. #A27/02 - MODIFICATIONS TO APPROVED CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS Modifications to the approved 2002 Capital Development Projects. Moved by: Seconded by: Anthony Ketchum Rob Ford THAT modifications to the approved 2002 Capital Development Projects, as proposed, be approved. CARRIED BACKGROUND The priority list of capital projects for 2001 and 2002, for improvements to Conservation Area and Field Centres was previously approved at the Public Use Advisory Board Meeting #3/01. All 2001 capital project were completed with the exception of the Glen Rouge Campground. $29,220.00 has been deferred to 2002 as a result of savings to 2001 projects and the fact that Glen Rouge Campground was not transferred to the TRCA. The majority of 2002 priority Capital Development Projects are currently being addressed, however modifications to the approved 2002 Capital Development list are required. RATIONALE The recommended list of projects to be completed in 2002 has been prioritized and rated from the criteria identified at the P.U.A.B. Meeting #03/01. The revised Capital Development list identifies the $160,000 approved by the Board for 2002, the deferral of $29,220.00 from 2001 and the addition of $38,000 allocated by the Region of Peel. The attached master list of urgent development items has a total estimated cost of $227,200.00. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE Upon project modification approval, staff will be required to follow the Authority's policies and procedures relating to the purchase of goods and services. Project Managers will be held accountable for budget and quality control Report prepared by: Brian Moyle, extension 5252 For Information contact: Brian Moyle, extension 5252 Date: January 30, 2002 Attachments: 2 30 Attachment 1 CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT 2002 - ORIGINAL APPROVAL RATING DESCRIPTION QUOTE GLEN HAFFY C.A. 2 Workshop Roof Existing roof is deteriorating and leaking. Strap and replace with steel roof. $13,750 2 Hatchery Roof Existing roof is leaking. Remove existing steel, strap and replace with new steel. $5,800 HEART LAKE C.A. 2 Beach Building Roof Roof, facia, and soffits are rotting and leaking also provides access for bats resulting in health concerns. Replace with steel roof and aluminum facia and soffits. $47,080 CLAREMONT FIELD CENTRE 1 Boys Dormitory Washroom Upgrades Washrooms are in need of major renovations which include new stalls, flooring, tile, fixtures, lighting, and counters. $14,750 1 Girls Dormitory Washroom Upgrades Same as boys with 2 extra toilets and stalls $16,250 1 Exterior Door Replacement Wooden doors do not close or lock properly. Replace with steel doors $9,993 KORTRIGHT CENTRE 2 Washroom Upgrades Replace cubicles, painting, and fixtures. $10,000 (no quote received) 2 Easvestrough Repairs and Removal Eavestrough is rotted and unserviceable in some areas due to height. Replace required eavestrough over doors and remove eavestrough that is unserviceable. $1,500 (no quote received) GENERAL C.A. BUDGET 3 Steel picnic Table Frames 140 steel table frames to replace broken tables throughout the conservation areas. $14,000 3 Picnic Table Materials Wood and hardware for picnic table construction. $8,400 Contingency Fund Money set aside for unforseen projects in 2002. $20,000 CAPITAL APPROVED $161,523 CARRIED FROM 2001 $29,220 ADDITIONAL FUNDING FROM REGION OF PEEL $38,000 TOTAL 2002 CAPITAL $228,743 31 Attachment 2 CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT 2002 - FEBRUARY 14, 2002 Total Capital Available: $29,220 from 2001 + 160,000 approved for 2002 + $38,000 from Peel = $227,220 ACCOUNT APPROVED STATUS COMPLETED CODE CAPITAL COST GLEN HAFFY C.A. Workshop Roof $13,750 Quotes received. Contract awarded. Hatchery Roof $5,800 Quotes received. Contract awarded. HEART LAKE C.A. Washroom Upgrades $10,000 BOYD C.A. Picnic Shelter $20,000 Fitzpatrick Vault toilet $19,096 ALBION HILLS C.A. Replace toilets at Beach Bldg. $4,800 Water Line Repairs $3,000 CLAREMONT FIELD CENTRE Boys Dormitory Washroom Upgrades $14,750 Girls Dormitory Washroom Upgrades $16,250 Exterior Door Replacement $9,993 PETTICOAT CREEK Pool Upgrades $10,000 KORTRIGHT CENTRE Washroom Upgrades $10,000 no quotes received Balcony Repairs $5,000 Eaves trough repairs $15,000 no quotes received Fire code compliance $15,000 GENERAL C.A. BUDGET Steel Picnic Table Frames $14,000 140 frames to date $11,794 Picnic Table Materials $8,400 Material for 100 tables $5,686 Material for 40 tables outstanding Contingency Fund $12,381 TOTAL _ $227,220 $17,480 32 RES. #A28/02 - Moved by: Seconded by: PEEL CHILDREN'S WATER FESTIVAL Relocation of the Peel Children's Water Festival to Heart Lake Conservation Area. Lorna Bissell Pam McConnell THAT the presentation and report on the 2002 Peel Children's Water Festival be received. CARRIED BACKGROUND The Region of Peel, in collaboration with the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA), has recently approved a recommendation to relocate the Peel Children's Water Festival to Heart Lake Conservation Area in 2002. The five day Festival is scheduled for June 3 -7, 2002 and will expose approximately 5,000 students to environmental messages concerning water conservation, water protection, water and technology, the science of water, and the historical use of water. In addition, a public day has been established for Saturday June 8, 2002. Residents of the Region will be provided an opportunity to view interactive displays, attend information sessions and explore Heart Lake Conservation Area. Admission fees to the facility on this particular day will be waived to allow for maximum public participation. The opportunity to highlight TRCA initiatives will be explored and coordinated with the Organizing Committee throughout this event. The Regions of Peel, York, Durham, Wellington, Waterloo, and the City of Toronto partner with the Children's Water Institute to provide annual festivals to students. Since its inception in 1994, the aim of the Children's Water Institute has been to promote environmental awareness, specifically as it relates to water, through the initiation and support of community partnerships, to familiarize children to both surface and groundwater issues. The key messages being addressed to students at each festival are: 1. the wise use of water; 2. the sustainable protection of our water supply; 3. the examination of the interface between water and technology; 4. the celebration of the overwhelming role of water in the ecosystem. Since 1999, York Region has hosted its annual Water Festival at Bruce's Mill Conservation Area. Coordinated efforts between the TRCA and York Children's Water Festival Organizing Committee resulted in Committee donations in the amount of $10,000 to the TRCA over the past two years. The in -kind donations were initiated as program enhancements for renaturalization initiatives at Bruce's Mill. In return, students had the opportunity to participate in tree planting activities throughout the annual festival as a practical exercise. Similar coordinated efforts with the Region of Peel will be pursued throughout the transition of the Peel Children's Water Festival to the Heart Lake location. 33 DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE Technical support for the Peel Children's Water Festival will be coordinated through Etobicoke/ Mimico Watershed staff. Provided with the opportunity to liase with the Organizing Committee, staff will assist by identifying specific and corporate watershed strategies and initiatives in order to provide festival program enhancements. Presently, the Organizing Committee is in the early stages of this years festival preparations, and is establishing the various sub - committees which will begin meeting in February. Festival organizers will be presenting information to government, industry and the community in an effort to raise funding to support the Festival. TRCA media relations staff may also be utilized to assist with the Festival media campaign. Similarly, staff at Bruce's Mill will continue to coordinate efforts with the Rouge Park to provide consistent and continued support for the York Children's Water Festival in 2002. For Information contact: Brian Moyle, extension 5252 Date: January 22, 2002 RES. #A29 /02 - CITY OF TORONTO VALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION PROJECT 1997 -2001 Contributions towards remedial works from benefitting private property owners. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D5/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Maja Prentice Maria Augimeri THAT the policy regarding the contribution by private property owners towards valley and shoreline regeneration works remains unchanged. CARRIED RES. #A30 /02 - RECEIPT OF FUNDING FROM THE GREATER TORONTO AIRPORTS AUTHORITY Etobicoke Creek Projects Proposal. Information regarding a presentation made to the Greater Toronto Airports Authority and acknowledgment of funding support to the Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto's Living City Campaign and to the Etobicoke Creek watershed (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D6/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Maja Prentice Maria Augimeri THAT the staff report on the funding received by the Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto's Living City Campaign, from the Greater Toronto Airports Authority, for projects on the Etoblcoke Creek watershed be received; 34 THAT the Greater Toronto Airports Authority, and in particular Randy McGill, Manager of the Environment, be thanked for their support of the Living City Campaign and for their support in improving the health of the Etobicoke Creek watershed; THAT staff maintain their relationship with the Greater Toronto Airports Authority for work on the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek watersheds, and extend this relationship to the Duffins Creek watershed; AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Board regarding completion status of the projects that have been agreed to as part of the funding negotiation. CARRIED RES. #A31 /02 - REGIONAL WATERSHED MONITORING PROGRAM Summary of 2001 monitoring activities related to the TRCA's Regional Watershed Monitoring Program. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D7/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Maja Prentice Maria Augimeri THAT the report summarizing the 2001 activities of the Regional Watershed Monitoring Program be received for information. AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to proceed with the Implementation of the monitoring activities associated with year two of this ongoing program, as well as to continue to pursue and foster partnerships under the Regional Watershed Monitoring Network. CARRIED RES. #A32 /02 - STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION HANDBOOK Completion of the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Handbook. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D8/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Maja Prentice Maria Augimeri THAT staff provide copies of the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Handbook to member municipalities and continue to promote pollution prevention approaches throughout the operations of the Authority and its watershed management partners. CARRIED 35 RES. #A33 /02 - ENVIRONMENT CANADA'S DESIGNATION OF ROAD SALT AS A TOXIC SUBSTANCE Authority response to Environment Canada's designation of road salt as a toxic substance. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D9/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Maja Prentice Maria Augimeri THAT staff continue to promote information exchange among municipalities and seek opportunities to assist in research into best practices concerning the use of road salt and its alternatives; AND FURTHER THAT staff review current road salt use practices on Authority properties and identify ways to reduce salt use. CARRIED RES. #A34 /02 - AUTHORITY ENDORSEMENT OF COMMUNITY ACTION AREA STEWARDSHIP GROUPS The establishment of three local stewardship groups for implementing the Etobicoke & Mimico Creek Watersheds Strategy through the local Community Action Area Plan. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D10 /02) Moved by: Seconded by: Maja Prentice Maria Augimeri THAT the South Mimico Community Action Area Stewardship Group be established to participate in the implementation of the South Mimico Community Action Area Plan; THAT the Heart Lake Community Action Area Stewardship Group, Volunteer! Heart Lake, be established to oversee the implementation of the Heart Lake Community Action Area Plan; THAT the Malton Community Action Area Stewardship Group be established to oversee the Implementation of the Malton Community Action Area Plan; THAT the Stewardship Group develop annual implementation priorities and work plans, congruent with "Greening Our Watersheds : Revitalization Strategies for Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks" subject to the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds Coalition's approval; THAT the Chair of the Stewardship Group be a member of the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds Coalition and provide regular progress reports and seek approval for plan and project development; 36 THAT the Stewardship Group provide copies of all meeting minutes, as well as an annual presentation on completed and proposed projects, to the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds Coalition; AND FURTHER THAT the Stewardship Group's Terms of Reference, dated November 2001, be approved. CARRIED RES. #A35 /02 - HUMBER WATERSHED COMMUNITY ACTION SITES Planning and implementation of new Community Action Sites to assist in achieving the objectives set out in "Legacy: A Strategy for a Healthy Humber ". Attachment 1 illustrates existing and recommended Community Action Sites. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 11 /02) Moved by: Seconded by: Maja Prentice Maria Augimeri THAT the staff report on Community Action Sites in the Humber watershed, be received; THAT staff assist with the planning and implementation of environmental management actions at the Eglinton Flats, Rexdale Park, West Humber Park, Hwy. 427 /Finch Corridor, Woodbridge Expansion Area, and Seneca College Community Action Sites, subject to available funding; AND FURTHER THAT Authority officials be authorized to execute all necessary documentation including, but not limited to, funding proposals and contribution agreements, to assist with the planning and implementation of the Community Action Sites. CARRIED RES. #A36 /02 - YORK PEEL DURHAM GROUNDWATER STUDY PHASE 2 - WORKPLAN, BUDGET, STATUS UPDATE Proposed work plan, budget and status of the York Peel Durham Groundwater Management Strategy Study. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 12/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Maja Prentice Maria Augimeri THAT staff be directed to continue developing the groundwater management program in cooperation with the Regions of York, Peel and Durham and the partner conservation authorities. CARRIED 37 RES. #A37 /02 - UPDATE - DUFFINS CREEK AND CARRUTHERS CREEK STATE OF THE WATERSHED REPORTS AND LAUNCH EVENT Approval of the Duffins Creek and Carruthers Creek State of the Watershed format and launch. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 13/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Maja Prentice Maria Augimeri THAT the staff report on the format and launch of the Duffins Creek and Carruthers Creek State of the Watershed reports be received. CARRIED RES. #A38 /02 - INLAND FILL QUALITY PROJECT Implementation of an inland fill quality program in conjunction with one or more municipal partners. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 14/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Maja Prentice Maria Augimeri THAT staff be directed to initiate talks with municipal partners in order to present the findings of a 4 month pilot project, to discuss common concerns related to fill quality issues and to assess the need to implement an inland fill quality program; AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Authority with the results and recommendations. CARRIED RES. #A39 /02 - LOWER DON RIVER ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND FUNCTIONAL DESIGN STUDY Appointment to Technical Advisory Committee. To appoint a member to the Technical Advisory Committee to assist TRCA staff and consultants in the development of the Lower Don River Environemntal Assessment and Functional Design Study. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 15/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Maja Prentice Maria Augimeri THAT Cynthia Wilkey of the West Don Lands Committee be appointed as a Citizen Member to the Technical Advisory Committee. CARRIED 38 RES. #A40 /02 - HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE Minutes of Meeting #3/01 held on October 16, 2001. The minutes of Humber Watershed Alliance meeting #3/01, held on October 16, 2001, are provided for information. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 16/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Maja Prentice Maria Augimeri THAT the minutes of the Humber Watershed Alliance meeting #3/01, held on October 16, 2001, as appended, be received. CARRIED RES. #A41 /02 - ETOBICOKE AND MIMICO CREEK WATERSHEDS TASK FORCE Minutes of Meeting #8/01, #9/01, and #10 /01. The minutes of Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds Task Force meetings #8/01, #9/01 and #10/01, held on September 27, 2001, October 25, 2001 and November 22, 2001, respectively, are provided for information. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 17/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Maja Prentice Maria Augimeri THAT the minutes of the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds Task Force meetings #8/01, #9/01, and #10/01, held on September 27, 2001, October 25, 2001 and November 22, 2001, respectively, as appended, be received. CARRIED RES. #A42 /02 - DUFFINS AND CARRUTHERS CREEK WATERSHED TASK FORCES Minutes of Meeting #2/01. The minutes of Duffins and Carruthers Creek Watershed Task Forces meeting #2/01 held on September 12, 2001, are provided for information (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 18/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Maja Prentice Maria Augimeri THAT the minutes of the Duffins and Carruthers Watershed Task Forces meeting #2/01, as appended, be received. CARRIED 39 RES. #A43 /02 - DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL Minutes of Meeting #5/01, and Meeting #1102. The minutes of meeting #5/01 and meeting #1/02 held on November 15, 2001 and January 17, 2002 respectively, of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council is provided for information. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 19/02 & Res. #D20/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Maja Prentice Maria Augimeri THAT the minutes of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, meeting #5/01 and meeting #1/02 held on November 15, 2001 and January 17, 2002 respectively, be received; AND FURTHER THAT the Chair write a letter supporting the Don Council with respect to their position taken on the Eagles Nest Golf Course. AMENDMENT RES. #A44 /02 Moved by: Seconded by: Tanny Wells Ila Bossons THAT the following be inserted after the main motion: AND FURTHER THAT the Region of York be congratulated for laying charges for the actions taken in contravention of their Tree Cutting By -law. THE AMENDMENT WAS CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED SECTION H - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION RES. #A45 /01 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Lorna Bissell Ila Bossons THAT Ontario Regulation 158 items 8.2.1 - 8.2.10, inclusive contained in Section II of Executive Committee Minutes #1/02, held on February 22, 2002, be received. CARRIED 40 RES. #A46/01 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Jim McMaster Maja Prentice THAT Section II items , 8.3 - 8.5, inclusive, of Executive Committee Minutes #1/02, held on February 22, 2002, be received. Section II items 8.2 - 8.5, Inclusive YORK PEEL DURHAM GROUNDWATER STUDY PHASE 2 - SOFTWARE (Executive Res. #B5/02) BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE, CITY OF TORONTO (Executive Res. #B6/02) EAST POINT PARK PHASE II ENVIRONMENTAL SITE ASSESSMENT (Executive Res. #87/02) TERMINATION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11:30 a.m., on February 22, 2002. Dick O'Brien Chair /ks CARRIED J. Craig Mather Secretary- Treasurer 41 VrTHE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #3/02 March 22, 2002 The Authority Meeting #3/02, was held in the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village, on Friday, March 22, 2002. The Chair Dick O'Brien, called the meeting to order at 10:06 a.m. PRESENT Maria Augimeri Member Lorna Bissell Member Bas Balkissoon Member IIa Bossons Member Michael Di Biase Member Rob Ford Member Cliff Gyles Member Suzan Hall Member Irene Jones Member Anthony Ketchum Member Pam McConnell Member Jim McMaster Vice Chair Peter Milczyn Member Ron Moeser Member Dick O'Brien Chair Gerri Lynn O'Connor Member Bill O'Donnell Member Dave Ryan Member Ian Sinclair Member Tanny Wells Member REGRETS David Barrow Member Sandra Bussin Member Raymond Cho Member Susan Di Marco Member George Mammoliti Member Linda Pabst Member Maja Prentice Member Frank Scarpitti Member 42 RES. #A47 /02 - MINUTES Moved by: Seconded by: Pam McConnell Anthony Ketchum THAT the Minutes of Meeting #2/02, held on February 22, 2002, be approved. DELEGATIONS CARRIED (a) Mark Wilson, Chair, Don Watershed Regeneration Council, speaking in regards to item 7.1 - Eagles Nest Golf Course. (b) Marilyn lafrate of 55 Marwood Place, Maple, speaking on behalf of Vaughan C.A.R.E.S., in regards to item 7.1 - Eagles Nest Golf Course. RES. #A48 /02 - DELEGATIONS Moved by: Seconded by: Lorna Bissell Jim McMaster THAT above -noted delegations (a) & (b) be heard and received. CORRESPONDENCE (a) CARRIED A letter received on March 12, 2002, from Mark Carroll, Program Co- ordinator, GTA Wetland Watch Committee, in regards to Support for the Naming of a Little Rouge River Tributary. (b) A letter dated March 19, 2002, from John Wilson, Chair, Task Force to Bring Back the Don, in regards to item 8.6.4 - Hydro One Network Services Inc. (c) A letter dated March 21, 2002, from Michael De Angelis, Commissioner of Planning, City of Vaughan, in regards to item 7.1 - Eagles Nest Golf Course. RES. #A49 /02 - CORRESPONDENCE Moved by: Seconded by: Gerri Lynn O'Connor Irene Jones THAT above -noted correspondence (a) - (c) be received; 43 AND FURTHER THAT TRCA support the GTA Wetland Watch Committee's request for the naming of a Little Rouge River Tributary, as outlined in Correspondence (a), as Willowgrove Creek. CORRESPONDENCE (A) GTA WETLAND WATCH CARRIED Chid °r Yci's;O llee. MONITORING, EDUCATION AND RESTORATION', 133 Copley-Street Pickering, Ontario L1V 6S7 Tele — 418. 2844257 Fax — 418-282-5231 E-mail — musselmansrasimpaicaca Chair and Cormrittee members Toronto and Region Conservation Authority 5 Shoreham Dr. Downsvlew, Ontario M3N 1S4 Dear Chair and committee members Re: Support for the naming of a Little Rouge River tributary The GTA Wetland Watch Committee world like the opporhu ity to ask the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) for support in the naming a small tributary of the Little Rouge River In the Towns of Whitc arch Stouffville and Markham. This tributary starts In the Town of WhitchurditStouffville; Just south of Bloomington Rd. and Hats along the east side of McCowen Rd to the south side of 19'" Avenue in thaTown of Markham where it meets up with the main river of the Little Rouge (maps and information attached). We are looking for a letter of support for the GTA Wetland Watch Committee to Initiate the proposal for the morning of this tributary. The tributary currently has no official registered name applied to it Bade grand checks from the MIYR have verified this for us in the pursuit of the knowledge of the name of this tributary. The name we are proposing — Willowgrove Creek - We currently have the support of the Rouge Park Alliance and Save the Rouge Valley Inc" We are also seeking the support of the Town of WhitdxadtlStouffville and Markham Thank you for your consideration Sincerely Marie Carroll Program Co- ordinator GTA Wetland Watch Committee 44 Geographical Name Submission Willowgrove Creek 1) Willowgrove Creek 2) Creek 3) Map attached 4) Map coloured 5) The Creek is part of the upper reaches of the Little Rouge River subwatershed The Creek starts south of Bloomington Road in the Town of Whitchurch/Stou84t71e and runs parallel to McCowen Road on the East side. It crosses Bethesda Road winds through a number of private properties and through Spring Lakes Golf Coarse before it Sows under Stoufiville Side Road and winds its way through the Willowgrove day Camp and finally ends at the Little Rouge River south of 19th Avenue in the Town Of Markham. 6) There has been no name connected with this feature at any time 7) The proposed name is not documented on any map or publication or sign 8)Relevant maps Historical Documents, Tourists maps, news paper articles etc 9) As far as we have been able to ascertain there is no name on this feature. 10) Letters of support for Creek naming 11) The name is coming from an existing day camp that is located mid way down on the creek. The Day Camp is The Willowgrove Farm Day Camp. They teach children environmental issues and activities as well as promote good environmental stewardship of the property in which they own. The day camp has done a number of different initiatives to restore the health of the creek in question through plantings and education. The day camp has also won the River Keepers award for their work that has gone on their property and is also planning to do more restoration work in the year 2002 with Save the Rouge Valley System, a non -profit environmental organization. Maps from the early 1800 show the lands where farmed by the Grove family (see Historical map provided). Father - Abraham Grove who had the original 400 acres then divided the southern portion of the property to son- Jacob Grove, 100 acres to the west and son - Abraham B. Grove Junior 100 acres to the east The name Willow comes from the native trees that are found along the rivers edge throughout the area of the creek and other parts of the subwatershed. 12) The proposed name is of a day camp that is still in existence as well as the ancestors of the Grove family are still living within the area. 13) The legacy of the proposed name is a family of farmers that settled in the area of the creek and that the name has been carried through and kept as part of the heritage of the Day Camp. 1 ♦/.l.• (en4.•ra m ern nrnnnainn to name. 1.1) 1 1UIUW U1 U Ullid 1YUUG /U1 uua Galwu w knvlruou.e, au •• 45 Willowgrove (905) 640-2127 Fax: (905) 640 -5263 11737 McCowan Road Smuf ville, Ontario L4A 7X5 February 6, 2002 Marls Carroll, By Fax- 416 — 282 — 523 ] Dear Mark, The history of the Willowgrove property at Lot 32, Concession 7(W -S), is generally outlined below & is coupled with some other significant information. The Willowgrove property is the first farm north of Markham township on McCowan Road. As a not -for- profit organization, Willowgrove is committed to serving the community. Generally the name 'Willowgrove' should be considered as a good name for the creek because it represents: • The Mennonite history of the area and more specifically the Grove family: As a Mennonite organization, many community people are members of our Association. Willowgrove has existed since 1968. • The agricultural community of the area: Willowgrove continues to present gi agricultural practices to school children of the encroaching urban area Willowgrove is a respected member of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture. • Sound Environmental practices: We have good relations with many neighbours along the creek and share environmental concerns Many thousands of children in our immediate area (because of our longstanding program history) consider Willowgrove to be their first important environmental experience • Future: It is Willowgrove's intention to be here for many years to Dome and perhaps continue to expand our adjacent land holdings should the opportunity arise. The trees that we are planting are he to stay! l A brief history: Original Patent from Crown - Christian Long (no cost) Abraham Grove purchased 400 acres of land between what i.. now McCowan Rd. & Hwy48. The Grove family. Lot 32 was purchased for 200 pounds The Grove family (Groff) Were Mennonites from Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Abraham was a minister and bishop in the Mennonite Church. He died in 1836 and is buried at Wideman Mennonite Church cemetery. 46 FEB-08 -2002 11 :03 FROM WILL3WGROUE TO 94162 225231 P.03 1814 —1968 Owned by assorted Grove descendants. The acreage was broken into parcels, many of which continued to be owned by different Grove descendants. 1968 Lot 32, Concession 6 (93 of the 100 acres) was purchased by 3 Mennonite men; Emerson McDowell, Nicholas Dick & Glen Brubachcr. The 3 inen formed an organization called Willowgrove Farm Limited. (Of course, the name Willowgrove was derived from the Grove name. Their intention for the property was to create a setting where cornmunay & brotherhood could be experienced and where healthy relationships could be developed in children & young people. Preserving a touch of nature and the outdoors was important to the 3 men as they recognized the `therapeutic' effect that nature can have on hurting minds and emotions. Although not a program of the Mennonite Church of Canada, Willowgrove Farm Ltd. reflected the Mennonite faith through all programs. 1976 ` Willowgrove was chartered as a not- for -profit organization and assumed ownership of the farm and the programs. 1968 — present All Willowgrove programs have utilized nature, agriculture & recreation activities to promote quality relationships and individual growth. Preservation & experiential education in nature have been key elements of all Willowgrove programs. The current roster of Willowgrove programs is • Glenarook Day Camp -300 children daily through suns= • Fraser Lake Camp: 100 children weekly - (Bancroft property -270 acres) • Willowgrove Primary School - 32 children, K -3. cull=s natural erwironment • Willowgrovc Outdoor Education Program - 16- 20,000 visits annually through school trips - Nature & Farm programs • Wtllowgtove Centre Rental. rentals - Baseball. Cubs/Girl Guides, Church picnics etc.. The W lllowerore Mission Statement:, riylli?3u is_a_ hzutarzar_r tnization that seeks to nurture the spiritual, social, emotional and physical growth of children and youth through a variety of progrrarts in a natural setting. In pursuit of this mission, Willowgrove is committed to: • Serving a diverse community. • Peace malting and non - violence • Caring for she land that Gael has entrusted to us. Wfflowgrove isa no! je*- ioju aiirthuuuua ciffillatEd viith the �.f•......,..... •-• •• 47 jtecent Environmental Milestones Over the years Willowgrove has shown a -consistent effort in mRintnining and strengthening the state of it's natural environment both at the Stouffville and Bancroft (Fraser Lake Camp) sites. A few examples are listed: April '95 Aug. '95 Feb. '96 July '96 July '96 March '97 Feb. '98 April '98 Winter '99 April `99 Sept. '99 April '00 April '00 Spring 2000 Jan. -June '01 May 2001 January '02 Spring '02 Blue Bird House program produced 1] houses (Girl Guides —3`d Pickering) Manure storage changed to alleviate run -off Registered Ontario Environmental Farm Plan Pasture land along creek re- designated for tree planting —EFP - New pasture allocated away from the creek. Sealed abandoned well near farm house —EFP Facility Manager took Forestry Management Course (Seneca) River Otters first seen in stream (regular sightings since) Significant forestry project © Fraser Lake — Bras d'Or Forestry Services ttd.(Arborist) 400 trees planted, 15 varieties partnered with Rouge River Alliance Eaves trough on barn to control run -off Shrubs & wildflowers planted along creek bank (RRA) 2 Blue Bird boxes among tree & wildflower area (RRA) River Keeper Award — Stewardship Program (Rouge Park) i csigned & built commercial bathhouse featuring composting toilet system and showers for 65 people. — Fraser Lake Camp - (565,000 project). Bluebirds inhabited boxes — viewed by Patricia Lowe (Rouge Park) & 1 during a tour. purchased additional 7 acres, including pond & creek frontage from the A D. Grove estate. Perimeter shelter belt & wind/view block, water gate & fencing, also erosion controls to be completed Nate. Mark, through these projects we have met many people and considered many new ways or implementing environmental education into our facility. The Board of Directors has a strong mandate to ensure that Wtilowgrove remains strong against development and intends to expend its lamed holdings in Whitchurdr - Stouffville. Please feel free to speak to our neighbours etc. and to call me with any further enquiries. As mentioned, I amend to help you with your presentations m any way 1 can. -Thanks Mart, Sincerely, , Kyle Baarber Execunve Director - W ilkgtove 48 CORRESPONDENCE (B) Metro Hall Tel: 416 392 -0401 Task Force to Bring Back the Don John Wilson, Chair 23rd Floor 55 John Street Toronto, Ontario M5V 3C6 www. city.toronto. on. ca/d on Date: March 19, 2002 To: Toronto & Region Conservation Authority From: John Wilson Chair, Task Force to Bring Back the Don Subject: Hydro One Network Services Inc. Item 8.1.4 Fax: 416 397 -4080 The application from Hydro One to excavate and replace fill in regulated areas of the Don River (near Redway Road) and Taylor Creek (near Goodwood Park) is reasonable and within the company's right for normal maintenance. However, the work raises a concern for the Task Force to Bring Back the Don - the protection and restoration of sensitive forested areas, particularly within the Crothers Woods ESA, that include hydro rights of way. Hydro One states that they will restore access roads, bike paths and hiking trails to present conditions. I request that: 1) the TRCA, if it intends to approve this application, direct Hydro One to take reasonable measures to preserve plant and animal life adjacent to access roads, etc., and that any plant life that is disturbed be restored, using native plant stock consistent with the character of the vegetation in the area; 2) the TRCA request Hydro One to open a dialogue with TRCA staff, City of Toronto Parks staff and interested citizens , groups, including the Task Force to Bring Back the Don, concerning forest management practices within their rights of way in the Don Valley, with particular reference to the Crothers Woods ESA and vicinity. Hydro corridors in sensitive natural areas can playa very positive role by providing diversity of forest structure. Since tall trees must be removed, a variety of shorter trees, shrubs and herbaceous plants have an opportunity to thrive. At the same time, taking care to systematically mark and remove only those trees that may interfere with hydro requirements can reduce both cost and damage to the forest. The Task Force to Bring Back the Don has seen locations in Crothers Woods where mature cherry trees, which are rare and worth preserving in that setting, were cut down. It seemed inconceivable to us from their location and size that these trees could have interfered with hydro transmission. We wish to understand and provide input into forest management decisions to ensure that care is taken to preserve Crothers Woods and other forested areas in the Don. 49 CORRESPONDENCE (C) mu a an The elk/ or Vaughan 2141 AIIZ. Mar$o Drive Wa Xvde _EA 111 Tel (905) 832-2281 Tge aly AricvaTommda March 21, 2002 Mr. Craig Mather Chief Administrative Offlcer Toronto and Region Conservation Authority 5 Shoreham Drive Downsview, Ontario M3N 154 Dear Sir: Re: TRCA Report — Authority Meeting #03102 Eagle's Nest Golf Course I thought it would be helpful to members of the Authority, In their consideration of your staff report with respect to the above matter, to have a brief summary of the CitVs actions regarding the processing and consideration of the Eagle's Nest applications. As noted in your staff report, City Council Is the approval authority for this application as the lands are zoned to permit a golf course use, subject to Council lifting the "H" holding provision of the by-law. The following is a chronology of the pertinent actions in the process: • September 11, 2000 - an Environmental Impact Study prepared on behalf of the applicant is submitted to the City in support of the applications - The report addresses the proposed extension of the golf course into the ESA Lands, dlreeAy affecting apprcocimately 7 ha. September 11, 2000 - TRCA advises the Region � of York course s with portion to the policy of OPA 535• which potentially p 9 _ESA October 5, 2000 — City retains an environmental peer review consultant, whose report generally supports the conclusions of the applicant's BS and concurs that the ESA lands should be zoned to permit the use. subject to an °H° zone to be lifted upon review of the detailed design information for the golf course. October 10, 2000 - Councll enacts Bylaw 427 -2000 which, among other things, permtts the golf course use in a portion of the lands subject to the lifting of the °H° provision. November 14. 2000 - site inspection of the subject lands walked by TRCA, Region and City staff, and consultants and representatives of the applicant. • November 22, 2000 - OPA 535 is formally approved by Regional Council, providing for the possible expanslon of the guff course Into the ESA lands. TRCA's comments of September 11, 2000 are considered in the staff report. The applicants proceed to revise the golf course plan to respond to comments at the site Inspections, and prepare a further EIS to address more detaied issues. The applicants proceed 10 revise me wit I uui a w ans. 50 A detailed EIS, dated September 14, 2001 is submitted by the app icant's consultants, proposing a smaller area (approximately 4.5 ha.) to be directly affected by the gotf course use and providing a more detailed assessment of impact The EIS was forwarded to the City's peer review consultant for analysis. • November 20. 2001 - site plan application for the proposed golf course, including the Natural Resources and Environmentt and�City of by o to TRCA. Region, Ministries December 10, 2001 - detailed EIS is circulated to TRCA, Region and Ministry of Natural Resources in support of the site plan application. February 16, 2002 - City's peer review consultant advises••that' although environmental attributes will be reduced, they will ANSI/ESA opinion that the reconfigured natural unit wil be retained in a sustainable r tainable form'. Upon receipt of comments from the Authority, and review of other comments received during the circulation period, 1 will report to City Council with respect to my findings and recommendations. I anticipate this report will proceed to Committee of the Whole on April 8, 2002. I appreciate the time and effort of your staff in the review of this rria'lter; and4ntat,ttlat the abave chronology of the process will be of assistance to members of the Authority. YrSireFt MIC_EL 44I L5•. Commissioner - •P = iriirig, you Mayor and Members o -L Council ,ScQit Somerville, Cty►'Fr3nager' Terri, inn. p•put4 "'Cut`- Manager and City Solicitor 51 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION RES. #A50/02 - EAGLE'S NEST GOLF COURSE Staff review findings and recommendations for the Eagle's Nest Golf Course development application in the City of Vaughan, which proposes encroachment into natural areas including approximately 4.3 ha of forest cover within the McGill Environmentally Significant Area and Area of Natural and Scientific Interest (ESA/ANSI). Moved by: Seconded by: Michael Di Biase Gerri Lynn O'Connor WHEREAS the City of Vaughan had placed a "Holding" symbol on the by -law which allows conditional approval for golf course uses within a portion of Environmentally Significant lands known as the McGill ESA/ANSI, which has also been designated as a Natural Core Area within the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan; WHEREAS provisions of Official Plan Amendment 535 allow for golf course uses within a portion of the ESA/ANSI lands, subject to the demonstration that any such uses would not result in negative impacts to the ecological features and functions of the ESA/ANSI lands; WHEREAS the proponent of the Eagle's Nest Golf Course has provided Environmental Impact Statements with respect to the potential impacts of the location of portions of the golf course within the ESA/ANSI lands; WHEREAS following the review of the Environmental Impact Studies submitted in support of the application, It is the continuing opinion of staff that negative impacts will occur based on the removal of forest and vegetation cover; WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff review findings have advised that location of a portion of the golf course within the ESA/ANSI lands is contrary to TRCA policies on uses within ESA designated areas; WHEREAS approxlmately 4.3 ha of forest area within the ESA has been cleared in advance of the appropriate planning approvals and the completion of agency review; THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT the Authority confirms the opinion of TRCA staff that, while the majority of the subject lands outside the ESA/ANSI lands are suitable for golf course use, the Authority does not support the siting of any golf course facilities within the boundaries of the ANSI /ESA as it will result In the loss of ecological features and functions of the ESA; THAT, notwithstanding the clearing that has already occurred, the City of Vaughan be requested to direct the proponents to revise the Site Plan application to remove all proposed tees, fairways and greens now proposed within the ESA/ANSI lands, and to seek appropriate restoration of all damaged areas; 52 AND FURTHER THAT the Chair and solicitor of the Region of York; the Regional Director, Central Region, Ministry of Natural Resources; the Commissioner of Works and Emergency Services, City of Toronto; and the Chair of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council; be so advised. AMENDMENT #1 R ES. #A51 102 Moved by: Seconded by: Michael Di Biase Gerri Lynn O'Connor THAT the following be inserted after the main motion: THAT the Authority endorse the position of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council as outlined in the following resolution, and the City of Vaughan be so advised: THAT the Don Watershed Regeneration Council supports the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's (TRCA) staff recommendations with respect to the relocation of the proposed tees, falrways and greens originally proposed within the McGill ESA/ANSI to an area outside ofthe ESA; THAT all damage within the ESA must be appropriateiyrestored,• THAT the City of Vaughan be requested to require additional restoration compensation in recognition of the decades that wi//be required for this Oak Ridges Moraine Natural Core Area to regain the level of natural function afforded by the mature state that has been lost including but not limited to; soil structure; forest flora; wildlife habitat and breeding sites; THAT the Chair and so /lc/tor for the Region of York be so informed of this request in light of the current charges that have been laid relating to the clearing /grading within the McGill ESA/ANN; THAT the Chair of the Don Counci /attend the TRCA's Authority meeting on March 22, 2002, in support of the staff recommendations and to advise of the Don Council's request for additional compensation; AND FURTHER THAT a representative ofthe Don Council attend the City of Vaughan, Committee Meeting of the Who% at which time the Ho /ding provision of the Site P /an wi//be discussed and present this resolution. AMENDMENT #2 RES. #A52/02 Moved by: Seconded by: Dick O'Brien Bas Balkissoon THAT the following be inserted after Amendment #1 to the main motion: 53 AND FURTHER THAT given the real estate transaction that was undertaken between the City of Toronto and York Major Holdings, that the Chair of the City of Toronto Works Committee be advised of the Authority's position and asked to add this report to the Works Committee Agenda for its meeting to be held on March 26, 2002. AMENDMENT #1 WAS CARRIED AMENDMENT #2 WAS CARRIED RECORDED VOTE Maria Augimeri Yea Bas Balkissoon Yea Lorna Bissell Yea Ila Bossons Yea Michael Di Biase Yea Rob Ford Nay Cliff Gyles Yea Suzan Hall Yea Irene Jones Yea Anthony Ketchum Yea Pam McConnell Yea Jim McMaster Yea Peter Milczyn Yea Ron Moeser Yea Dick O'Brien Yea Gerri Lynn O'Connor Yea Bill O'Donnell Yea Dave Ryan Yea Ian Sinclair Yea Tanny Wells Yea THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED BACKGROUND Proposal: Under application for Site Plan approval, the proposal seeks to facilitate the development of an 18 hole championship golf course and ancillary uses including clubhouses, driving ranges, practice greens, parking and stormwater management facilities. The lands subject to the application have a series of Open Space zoning designations under "Holding" ( "H ") symbols, which require satisfaction of a number of specific provisions related to the submission of appropriate technical studies including stormwater management, servicing, hydrogeology and environmental impact assessments. 54 Location & Site Description: The lands are located adjacent to the Keele Valley Landfill Site along the north -west quadrant of Major MacKenzie Drive and Dufferin Street, being Part of Lots 21 to 24, inclusive, Concession 3, in the City of Vaughan, and are owned by York Major Holdings Ltd. and the City of Toronto. The total area subject to the application is approximately 92.30 ha of which approximately 24 ha of this area are ESA designated lands (McGill ESA, TRCA ESA #73). The lands have also been designated as a regional Area of Natural and Scientific Interest (ANSI) by the Ministry of Natural Resources for its life science and geological significance. The McGill ESA is the largest remaining contiguous natural area in the Don River watershed. The site is situated on the "Maple Spur" portion of the Oak Ridges Moraine and is traversed by two tributary watercourses of the Don River and comprise the headwaters of the Upper East Don River. The Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan designates the ESA/ANSI lands as Natural Core Area. The northern portion of the property includes the approximately 24 ha of heavily forested lands under the ESA/ANSI designation. The southern portion of the site contains a well defined natural area comprised of mixed forest, deciduous and thicket swamps and open water marsh communities. This area comprising approximately 5 -6 ha is not within the designated ESA/ANSI lands, however, these features provide an important headwater function for a the tributary watercourse which originates on the site. The remaining areas of the property are open fields which have been disturbed to varying degrees due in part to landfill operations, grading, aggregate resource extraction and the use of some lands for an off -road driving school facility. Planning History and Previous TRCA Involvement: In early 2000, the City of Vaughan commissioned the Maple Valley Plan study initiative which sought to identify complementary planning objectives for lands on and adjacent to the current Keele Valley Sanitary Landfill facility, which is scheduled for closure on December 31st, 2002. The Maple Valley Plan is primarily a parkland /open space facility study due in part to the limited number of appropriate uses suitable for such close proximity to the landfill and the need for buffer lands required for long -term monitoring and maintenance operations. Accordingly, the Maple Valley Plan identified primarily Open Space uses ranging from protection for the ESA/ANSI lands, open space for passive recreational use, and more intensified golf course operations. Commercial and industrial land uses were also identified for those lands on the periphery of the landfill not required for long term maintenance or monitoring. The protection of the ESA/ANSI lands in their natural state was envisioned as an important component of the Maple Valley Plan, which recommended that the City endeavour to protect and strengthen the forested valley corridor through the identification of the appropriate buffers and setbacks for all new development. 55 In the summer of 2000, the City of Vaughan initiated Official Plan Amendment 535 (OPA 535), which sought to bring the findings and recommendations of the Maple Valley Plan in conformity with the City's Official Plan. OPA 535 was approved by the City of Vaughan on July 10th, 2000 by the passing of By -law 279 -2000. TRCA staff received notice from the Region of York on August 1st, 2000 indicating that the City had submitted OPA 535 to the Region for approval. Staff had indicated in correspondence to the Region dated September 11, 2000 that the Region's circulation was the first opportunity TRCA had to comment on the proposed amendment. Of concern to TRCA staff was a specific clause and schedule identified within OPA 535, which identified the potential for a portion of the ESA/ANSI lands to be used for golf course purposes. Specifically, section 5.1.2 of OPA 535 reads as follows: Expansion of the golf course planned on adjacent /ands into a port /on of the ANSI/ESA maybe permitted subject to an amendment to the Zoning by-law provided it has been demonstrated to the satisfaction of the CIO fin conjunction with the Toronto Region Conservat /on Authorityand the Minlstry of Natural Resources that there wil /be no negative impacts on the features or the ecological functions for which the area Is identified, In the September 11th, 2000 correspondence, TRCA staff expressed concerns with this clause as the Authority does not support active uses within ESA lands, and that the clause suggests that intrusion would be permitted subject to re- zoning. With the exception of the ESA/ANSI lands, the majority of the additional lands subject to OPA 535 are in staff's opinion, very suitable and appropriate for golf course and passive recreational uses and will complement the Maple Valley Plan and the closure of the Keele Valley landfill, subject to the appropriate technical submissions and environmental protection measures being considered. On October 3rd, 2000 the TRCA received a draft Environmental Impact Study (EIS) prepared by ESG International on behalf of York Major Holdings Incorporated (dated September 11th, 2000), describing preliminary findings and recommendations for the proposed intrusion of 2 to 3 golf course holes within the ESA/ANSI lands. The report was circulated internally for review and comment. On October 10th, 2000, the City of Vaughan approved By -law 427 -2000 which brought in site - specific zoning provisions on the lands subject to OPA 535, in addition to some minor modifications to OPA 535 previously approved under by -law 279 -2000. By -law 427 -2000 placed a portion of the ESA/ANSI lands under a "H" symbol which, in accordance with the provisions of OPA 535, requires the completion of a satisfactory Environmental Impact Study (EIS), as described above. The Region of York approved OPA 535 on November 2, 2000. The Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Act ORMCA) came into effect on November 17th, 2001 and contains exemption provisions for applications made before the date of its passing. As noted above, both OPA 535 (By -law 279 -2000) and the site-specific rezoning (By -law 427 -2000) were approved prior to November 17th, 2001. This includes exemptions for those applications subject to Holding provisions, where Section 15/5 (c) deems a "decision to have been made" on the day council passes the Holding provision. However, given that the purpose of the Holding (i.e. satisfactory EIS) is one which compliments the goals and objectives of the 56 ORMCA, staff have made inquiries with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and housing and will continue to seek clarity from the province on the applicability of this application to the provisions of the Act. The planning history briefly described above effectively permits the golf course use on an approximately 24ha of the ESA/ANSI lands, subject to a lifting of the "H" provision by amendment to zoning by -law 427 -2000. The Draft EIS report (October 3, 2000 submission by ESG International Ltd.) did not include detailed golf course design drawings or supporting technical documentation. The report identified the approximately 24ha of ESA/ANSI lands as "Potential Expansion Area" only, and at the request of the lead environmental consultant for the applicant, TRCA staff reviewed and considered the report under the premise of a feasibility study only. Upon further discussions, site meetings and the completion of the review of the draft EIS report, TRCA staff issued detailed comments in correspondence dated November 23, 2000 to Mr. Domenic Lunardo (Director of Urban Design, City of Vaughan). In this letter, staff indicated that the preliminary proposal could not demonstrate a no- negative impact scenario and that the proposal did not suggest that the provisions of OPA 535 requiring satisfactory demonstration of no- negative impact, could be met. Staff rationale for this position included the following: 1. The report acknowledged that rare plants, animals and some old growth forest occurs on site and further, that high quality mature red -oak and sugar -maple forest on the Oak Ridges Moraine would be replaced with fairways, greens and tee - blocks; 2. The report relies on the integrity of the remaining adjacent portions of the ESA/ANSI lands as a rationale for permitting the intrusion, and suggests that impacts may therefore be appropriately mitigated. The report further suggested that the area of habitat removal will not surpass the critical threshold values for sensitive species and that any displacement of flora/fauna will be temporary and ultimately mitigated by the existence of remaining forest area. Staff indicated that such reliance did not constitute an appropriate remedy to address negative impacts, irrespective of any mitigation proposed to address site - specific disturbances. Staff further noted concerns with the precedent that such proposals would have on the future of the McGill ESA and all other designated ESA's. Staff indicated that any such consideration would act as a potential precursor to future applications within ESA's seeking policy relief on the basis of the precedent set by accepting this rationale. 3. It was TRCA staff opinion that given the significant characteristics of the site, the findings of the report and the proposed approaches for mitigating environmental impacts, feasibility for exploring opportunities to expand the golf course into the ESA/ANSI lands was not warranted. Accordingly, it was staff opinion that the proposal did not meet the intents, purposes and recommendations of the Maple Valley Plan study, which did not envision any other use of the ESA/ANSI lands except for that of protection and enhancement of the existing features. 57 This correspondence was circulated to relevant parties representing the City of Vaughan, the Region of York, the City of Toronto, the Ministry of Environment and York Major Holdings Inc. There was no formal reply of these comments by any of the parties circulated. Approximately one year after these staff comments were released, the City of Vaughan circulated Site Plan application DA.01.078 and supporting technical documentation on November 20, 2001 detailing the current plans for the proposal, now referred to as the Eagle's Nest Golf Course. Current Proposal: The proposal seeks to construct a championship links style golf course and associated infrastructure on those lands identified for golf course uses under by -law 427 -2000. This includes proposed intrusion into ESA/ANSI lands. The proposal also seeks to construct various stormwater management and irrigation ponds including an approximately 1 ha pond in a forested wetland along the southern portion of the subject lands. In addition, the proposal also seeks to conduct watercourse alteration on the southern tributary, which has also been submitted as an application pursuant to Ontario Regulation 158 The application has been accompanied by stormwater management, functional servicing, hydrogeology, environmental impact studies and associated site and grading plans, all of which require extensive review. TRCA staff are continuing the review and have issued preliminary engineering comments on the stormwater management and watercourse alteration components of the application. In conjunction with staff review of the adjacent Block Plans (Blocks 11, 12 and 18, City of Vaughan), TRCA staff and the City of Vaughan, have commissioned a joint peer review on the detailed hydrogeologic components of the application. Staff have acknowledged the opportunity to provide for enhanced aquatic habitat conditions with the proposed re- alignment and restoration along portions of the southern tributary watercourse due to it's currently degraded status, and are currently working with the applicant's consultants to achieve the appropriate design. Environmental Impact Studies (EIS), prepared by ESG International Limited, have been submitted as two separate documents, one dealing with the southern portion of the site including the watercourse alignment and the siting of stormwater management/irrigation 'facilities, and the other dealing with the north portion of the site where intrusion into the ESA/ANSI lands is proposed. The EIS reports submitted with the Site Plan application outline in greater detail the extent of area proposed for intrusion and provides greater flora/fauna inventory details and mitigation measures then the original September 2000 report. According to the EIS, approximately 3.5 ha is required to facilitate the construction of greens, fairways and tee blocks to accommodate portions of 5 golf course holes is required. The report identifies the approximately 20.5 ha of remaining ESA/ANSI lands within the applicant's holdings as "Potential Expansion Area ", coinciding with the original area identified in the September 2000 EIS Report. The report acknowledges that impacts will occur as a result of the clearing, however, continues to suggest that these are mitigatable on the basis of remaining natural area, replanting on additional 58 lands, transplanting of sensitive species, monitoring and other best management practices. The EIS reports are largely premised on interpretation of policy, notably, that the current zoning allows for the expansion of substantially more area within the ESA/ANSI then that which is proposed by the current application. The City of Vaughan has commissioned LGL Limited (LGL) to conduct a peer review on the environmental impact studies produced by the applicant and has shared the findings and recommendations of this review with TRCA staff. In addition to specific comments on the findings and methodology of the ESG review, the LGL report acknowledges that negative impacts will occur and indicates that notwithstanding them, the re- configured ESA/ANSI unit will continue to function as a sustainable unit. The peer review report makes the recommendation that the City of Vaughan must satisfy itself with the acceptability of these impacts. Current Site Conditions: Works including the construction of a storm sewer headwall have commenced in advance of permit approvals required pursuant to Ontario Regulation 158. In addition, tree clearing of approximately 4.3 ha of ESA/ANSI forest cover has been completed in advance of Site Plan approvals and in the absence of a tree cutting permit. The Regional Municipality of York has since laid charges under Sections 3 (a) and (b) of the Regional Tree By -Law (TR -1 -91 -154), and Section 11 of the Forestry Act. Furthermore, based upon site observations and discussions with the applicant's consultants, the majority of site grading has been completed. In response to the concerns expressed by the reviewing agencies, the applicants have since submitted addendum reports and correspondence which revise the original mitigation planting plan and indicate their intentions to dedicate the approximate 19.8 ha of remaining ESA/ANSI lands under their holdings to the City of Vaughan. Staff Review: Upon review of the EIS reports in conjunction with the detailed site and grading plans and the peer review by LGL Limited, TRCA staff position remains unchanged from that of our November 23, 2000 comments on the original September 2000 EIS submission. Staff are concerned with the direct and cumulative impacts to the features and functions of the McGill ESA and have expressed these concerns on other applications proposing intrusion within this ESA. These include a proposal by the Region of York to open the Teston Road allowance, which as proposed would result in a significant intrusion across the ESA valley corridor, and a current application for aggregate extraction by Rizmi Holdings Ltd., which proposes the clearing of approximately 4.2 ha of forest cover on lands to the north of the Eagle's Nest Golf Course site. The current and other pending applications illustrate the potential for significant cumulative impacts to the McGill ESA, which have not been addressed by any of the applications noted For the Eagle's Nest Golf Course application, staff are not satisfied with the findings and recommendations of the submitted reports and it is staff position that the application should be revised to bring all golf course intrusion outside the limits of the ESA/ANSI lands for the following reasons: 59 1. The submitted reports including the peer review commissioned by the City of Vaughan acknowledge that negative impacts will occur, but the remaining ESA/ANSI lands will continue to function as a sustainable unit. Staff concur with the acknowledgment of negative impacts, however, in the absence of consideration of cumulative effects, the sustainability of the ESA/ANSI lands cannot be appropriately assessed on a site specific basis. 2. The EIS reports continue to place reliance on the integrity of the remaining adjacent portions of the ESA/ANSI lands as a rationale /mitigation measure to support their positions. As previously noted, staff do not consider this to be an appropriate remedy to address impacts. It is staff position that by virtue of its rarity any removal of woodlot within Don River watershed and in particular, the McGill ESA, represents a significant negative environmental impact with the potential for regional consequences. 3. The EIS reports and peer review suggest that the provisions of OPA 535 have been /may be addressed under the premise that the policies allow for a level of an interpretation as to- what constitutes an "acceptable" level of impact. It is TRCA staff position that the provisions of OPA 535 do not provide for the consideration of an "acceptable" level of negative impact, but rather, that no negative impacts be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the City in conjunction with the commenting agencies. It is staff opinion that consideration of an "acceptable" level of impact is contrary to the provisions of OPA 535 and to the findings and recommendations of the Maple Valley Plan. Accordingly, it is staff position that the application has not satisfied requirements for the lifting of the "Holding" provision, as it applies to the use of the ESA/ANSI lands for golf course facilities. Summary: For the reasons noted above, it is staff opinion that the Site Plan application requires revision to bring all proposed golf course facilities outside the limits of the ESA/ANSI lands, and that all damaged and disturbed areas be appropriately restored. Accordingly, staff will be forwarding detailed comments to the City of Vaughan outlining the results of our review on the submitted reports and our concerns with the application, in particular, those noted above. In addition to comments on the EIS reports, review of the stormwater management, hydrogeology, stream rehabilitation /re- alignment and functional servicing reports continues as per the normal process. Matters relating to the premature removal of vegetation and its bearing on the current Site Plan application will require handling in due course by the appropriate authorities at the Region of York and the City of Vaughan. 60 The City of Vaughan is the approving agency for this application and upon receipt of all comments from the commenting agencies, City staff will forward a report to Council outlining their findings and recommendations for Council's consideration prior to the approval of the Site Plan application and /or the lifting of the °Holding" provision. Report prepared by: Jason Scott, extension 5280 For Information contact: Jason Scott, extension 5280 Date: March 07, 2002 Attachments: 1 61 Attachment 1 LOCATION OF McGILL ESA 411-r MoGILL ESA Boundary Proposed Intrusion into ESA York (v [or r::frt SITE OF EAGLE'S NEST OLF COURSE APPLICATIO LEGEND Watershed Boundary ESA/ANSI Boundary I® Unopened Road Allowance* -M ORM South Boundary ® Area already cleared * ell delineatbns are apprOxImate 500 0 500 Meters 62 RES. #A53/02 - PICKERING HARBOUR COMPANY OMB APPEAL CITY OF PICKERING, REGION OF DURHAM Referral of the City's Official Plan Amendment 6 and Site Specific Zoning By Laws for the Pickering Harbour Company Lands to the Ontario Municipal Board. Moved by: Seconded by: Bas Balkissoon Gerri Lynn O'Connor THAT staff be authorized to obtain party standing at the Ontario Municipal Board Hearing on the Pickering Harbour Company referrals; AND FURTHER THAT staff continue to pursue the resolution of Authority Issues in cooperation with all relevant parties and participants prior to commencement of the Ontario Municipal Board Hearing. CARRIED BACKGROUND Pickering Harbour Company is the owner of two parcels of land located east and west of the base of Liverpool Road on Frenchman's Bay and the Hydro Marsh in the City of Pickering. These lands are subject to a City initiated Official Plan Amendment and site specific zoning amendments. The lands on the west side of Liverpool Road are adjacent to Frenchman's Bay and currently are developed as a marina. There are several boat slips within Frenchman's Bay which are part of this current use. The property on the east side of Liverpool Road is adjacent to the Hydro Marsh and Krosno Creek. This site was previously utilized as a fish hatchery operation. The Pickering Harbour Company lands are within the Liverpool Study Area for which the City of Pickering initiated an Official Plan Amendment to promote its vision of a nautical village along Liverpool Road. The Pickering Harbour Company also initiated site specific rezoning applications for the two parcels with the following intent: • The lands west of Liverpool Road are proposed to be developed for residential uses including 66 nautically themed townhouse units and semi - detached dwellings with the potential for commercial units on the ground floor, the creation of a travelway to transport boats to lands east of Liverpool Road. • The lands east of Liverpool Road are proposed to be utilized for winter boat storage and marina related uses. The Pickering Harbour Company also owns large portions of the Frenchman's Bay and part of the Frenchman's Bay east spit which are not subject to planning applications at this time. However, these lands have been recognized as essential to achieving the objectives of the Authority's approved Waterfront Plan and ultimately assist in realizing the vision of an active and vibrant nautical community within Pickering. 63 The lands subject to this application are partially within the Fill Regulated Area and Regional Storm Floodplain for Krosno Creek and Frenchman's Bay. The lands on the east side of Liverpool Road also abut the Hydro Marsh which has been designated an Environmentally Significant Area and Provincially Significant Wetland. As a result, TRCA staff have requested various technical reports to address the protection and enhancement of both Frenchman's Bay and Hydro Marsh and a comprehensive study to address stormwater management for the larger study area. TRCA staff are also concerned about the potential impacts to Frenchman's Bay including impacts to fisheries as a result of proposed modifications to the shoreline and impacts to the continued operation of a marine use given the state of disrepair of the harbour entrance. RATIONALE The Pickering Harbour Company has appealed the council adopted Official Plan Amendment for the Liverpool Study Area as this amendment does not provide for their proposed development and specifically limits residential development to frontage along Liverpool Road. The Pickering Harbour Company has also referred their site specific rezoning applications for both parcels proposed to be reaeveloped on the basis of councils refusal to enact the proposed amendments. In the interim the applicant has had several discussions with TRCA staff. As a result the applicant has provided technical studies, including a preliminary stormwater management report and an environmental impact study for each site. However, agreement on the potential impacts to the adjacent natural features and the assessment of development limits are not determinable prior to the initiation of the pre- hearing scheduled for March 27, 2002. The applicant has also provided a concept plan showing proposed improvements to the entrance to Frenchman's Bay. This submission does not form part of the planning submission. Given the status of TRCA's review of the various technical reports and the lack of agreement on the open space limits adjacent to each of the proposed developments, and given the concern with the lack of a strategy for addressing the Authority's Waterfront Plan objectives, staff are not satisfied with the project to date. Therefore staff deem it necessary to have status at the upcoming Ontario Municipal Board Hearing. WORK TO BE DONE Staff are recommending party standing be sought at the upcoming pre- hearing conference of the Ontario Municipal Board in order to safeguard TRCA interests. Staff will continue to work with the City, the applicant and all parties to the Ontario Municipal Board Hearing in an attempt to resolve any outstanding program and policy issues. Report prepared by: Russel White, extension 5306 For Information contact: Russel White, extension 5306 Date: March 12, 2002 Attachments: 1 64 Attachment 1 1111/1111 _P ♦__•,, rp„s5;l11.111un111111t IOW ::/Ji1111111 •n1i111MIML 1 �G11`711 = :1111111111111. e,lillll11111If,HJ ill ° . ,.. •+`iii li illililllii= Millllli1111i 3 a %'•■ 11 `� •!`111.11 . i11111i11I�_ Illllllllilpilllfl w„ 1' = -1IIE Liniii1111111►il .*.:! -2'3 0;/1111 "+ 111111.1.11 TIiJ iiliE' i" +- +r. \1111 .�Ip +. 'f: RES. #A54/02 - BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE, CITY OF TORONTO Tender Opening Sub - Committee Meeting, March 1, 2002. Tender ES02 -03 - Stong Grain Barn Re- Roofing. Award of a contract for the Stong Grain Barn Re- Roofing. Moved by: Seconded by: Bas Balkissoon Gerri Lynn O'Connor THAT Tender ES02 -03 for the Stong Grain Barn Re- Roofing, be awarded to Roof Tile Management, at a total upset cost of $76,845.00 (excluding GST), it being the tender that met the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's specifications at the lowest price. CARRIED BACKGROUND In 1999, the Authority approved the Future Directions Strategy for Black Creek Pioneer Village. A major part of the strategy is the capital projects for restoration of buildings and new attractions infrastructure. These projects totaled $6 million over a 5 year period. The Building Restoration program has been ongoing since the year 2000. RATIONALE Sealed bids which were invited from 5 Contractors pre - qualified by the project Architect, Goldsmith Borgal & Company Ltd. were opened on Friday, March 1, 2002 by the Tender Opening Sub - Committee. The bids received were as follows: Invited Bidder Base Bid (excl. GST) Contingency Sub Total 7% GST Total Bid (incl. GST) Roof Tile Management Inc. 61,845.00 15,000.00 76,845.00 5,379.00 82,224.00 J.D. Strachan Construction Ltd. 71,300.00 15,000.00 86,300.00 6,041.00 92,341.00 Rutherford Contracting Ltd. 94,800.00 15,000.00 109,800.00 7,686.00 117,486.00 Maxim Group General Contracting Limited 99,300.00 15,000.00 114,300.00 8,001.00 122,301.00 Authority staff have reviewed the tenders submitted, in consultation with the project Architect, and recommend that Contract ES02 -03 for the Stong Grain Barn Re- Roofing, be awarded to Roof Tile Management. 66 FINANCIAL DETAILS The approved Black Creek Pioneer Village, Building Restoration Program budget for the year 2002 is $605,000. Funding for the project is available within this program budget. For Information contact: Jim Berry, 416 - 392 -9721 or Marty Brent, extension 5403 Date: March 11, 2002 RES. #A55/02 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed Roberto and Lisa Forletta CFN 32652. Acquisition of a conservation easement, located on the south side of King Road, east of Highway 27, Township of King, Regional Municipality of York, in the Humber River Watershed. (Executive Res. #B9/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Cliff Gyles Rob Ford THAT a conservation easement for the protection of the environmental features and functions containing 0.53 hectares, (1.31 acres) more or less, consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of land be purchased from Roberto and Lisa Forletta, said land being Part of Lot 5, Concession 8, Township of King, Regional Municipality of York, designated as Parts 3 and 6, Plan 65R- 24466, Township of King, on the south side of King Road, east of Highway 27; THAT the purchase price of the easement be $2.00; THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the easement required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED 67 RES. #A56 /02 - ALGAE BIOMONITORING - REGIONAL WATERSHED MONITORING PROGRAM Partnership with the University of Toronto to develop the use of Algae as a Biomonitoring Tool for the Regional Watershed Monitoring Program (Executive Res. #B 10/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Cliff Gyles Rob Ford THAT the Authority enter into a two year agreement with the University of Toronto to develop the use of algae as a biomonitoring tool to assess the health of the GTA streams as part of the Regional Watershed Monitoring Network's activities. AND FURTHER THAT the Authority provide to the University at total of $14,000 over a two year period to support this work. CARRIED RES. #A57 /02 - SMART GROWTH: STRATEGIC TRANSPORTATION DIRECTIONS To provide comments on the Provincial Strategic Transportation Directions document as part of the Smart Growth initiative. (Executive Res. #B 11 /02) Moved by: Seconded by: Ian Sinclair Ila Bossons THAT the following comments, summarized below, and outlined in this report be forwarded to the Ministry of Transportation to assist them in strengthening the Strategic Transportation Directions document; THAT Transportation planning for central Ontario must first focus on optimizing the existing transportation system before expanding it, by employing transportation demand management programs and by making real and measurable progress in transit supportive land use planning; THAT the Strategic Transportation Directions recommended reflect a systems approach and be better balanced to include less reliance on new highways and increased emphasis on public transit and other modes of transportation; and AND FURTHER THAT the TRCA continue to provide assistance to the province in refining the Strategic Transportation Directions and other Smart Growth initiatives for central Ontario through continued involvement In stakeholder discussions, and by providing comments to the province. CARRIED 68 RES. #A58 /01 - EMPLOYEE CODE OF CONDUCT Revised Code of Conduct Personnel Policy. (Executive Res. #B12 /02) Moved by: Seconded by: Cliff Gyles Rob Ford THAT the attached revised Employee Code of Conduct be approved. CARRIED RES. #A59 /02 - HYDRO ONE BRAMPTON NETWORKS INC. Request for a permanent easement for an existing duct structure and a proposed duct structure and manhole, located on the east side of Goreway Drive, north of Highway #7, City of Brampton, Humber River Watershed, CFN 32925. Receipt of a request from Hydro One Brampton Networks Inc. to provide a permanent easement for an existing duct structure and a proposed duct structure and manhole located on the east side of Goreway Drive, north of Highway #7. (Executive Res. #B 13/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Cliff Gyles Rob Ford THAT WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from Hydro One Brampton Networks Inc. to provide a permanent easement for an existing duct structure and a proposed duct structure and manhole located on the east side of Goreway Drive, north of Highway #7, City of Brampton; AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of the Authority that it is In the best interests of the Authority in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to cooperate with Hydro One Brampton Networks Inc. in this Instance; THAT a permanent easement containing 0.06 hectares, more or less, (0.15 acres) be granted to Hydro One Brampton Networks Inc. for an existing duct structure and a proposed duct structure and manhole, said land being Part of Lot 8, Concession 8, Northern Division, City of Brampton, Regional Municipality of Peel; THAT consideration is to be approximately $6,000 (this figure is to be adjusted based on the actual area on the final survey), plus all legal, survey and other costs; THAT archaeological investigation is to be conducted before any site disturbance with any mitigative measures required being carried out all at the expense of Hydro One Brampton Networks Inc.; 69 THAT Hydro One Brampton Networks Inc. Is to fully indemnify and save harmless the Authority from any and all claims for injuries, damages or loss of any nature resulting in any way either directly or indirectly from the granting of this easement or the carrying out of construction; THAT said conveyance is subject to the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources in accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27 as amended; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials are authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. CARRIED RES. #A60 /02 - WILD WATER KINGDOM Request for Approval of New /Replacement Water Slides.. Request by Wild Water Kingdom for approval of new /replacement water slides as required under terms of lease. (Finance Res. #C3/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Pam McConnell Ron Moeser THAT the proposal for new waterslide attraction development at Wild Water Kingdom be approved, subject to Wild Water Kingdom providing required drawings and specifications satsfactory to staff prior to March 22, 2002; AND FURTHER THAT Wild Water Kingdom obtain all the applicable permits that may be required. CARRIED RES. #A61 /02 - RULES OF CONDUCT Amendment to Section X - Delegations. Amend Section X of the Rules of Conduct with respect to the required advance notice period for delegations requesting to appear before the Authority, Executive Committee or any Advisory Board. (Finance Res. #C4/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Pam McConnell Ron Moeser THAT Clause 43 of Section X - Delegations, of the Rules of Conduct of the Authority be amended to three (3) days, from eight (8) days, as it pertains to the required advance notice period for delegations. 70 THAT members be advised by all available means of scheduled deputations prior to the meeting; AND FURTHER THAT the following be added to Clause 53 of Section XI of the Rules of Conduct: with the exception of delegations or presentations which wi //be handled after all reports on the agenda are dealt with, so that the amended Clause 53 of Section XI reads as follows: The business of the meeting shall follow the order on the agenda, with the except /on of delegations or presentations which wil/be handled after all reports on the agenda are dealt with, unless otherw /se decided by resolution. SECTION 1I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION RES. #A62 /02 - SECTION H - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Ron Moeser Irene Jones CARRIED THAT Ontario Regulation 158 items 8.6.1 - 8.6.20, with the exception of 8.6.4 - Hydro One Network Services Inc., contained in Section II of Executive Committee Minutes #2/02, held on March 1, 2002, be received. CARRIED RES. #A63 /02 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Tanny Wells Bas Balkissoon THAT Ontario Regulation 158 item 8.6.4 - Hydro One Network Services Inc., contained in Section 11 of Executive Committee Minutes #2/02, held on March 1, 2002, be received. CARRIED 71 RES. #A64 /02 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Anthony Ketchum Lorna Bissell THAT Section II items 8.7 - 8.9, inclusive, contained in Section 1I of Executive Committee Minutes #2/02, held on March 1, 2002, be received. CARRIED Section II Items 8.7 - 8.9. inclusive AUTHORITY REALTY TAXES (Executive Res. #B 17/02) RECORDS RETENTION SCHEDULE AND POLICY (Executive Res. #B 18/02) TENDER AWARD FOR A TRACTOR WITH ATTACHMENTS FOR THE CLAREMONT FIELD CENTRE (Executive Res. #B 19/02) SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF ANOTHER BOARD RES. #A65 /02 - SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF ANOTHER BOARD Moved by: Seconded by: Ron Moeser Gerri Lynn O'Connor THAT Section IV items 9.1 & 9.2, contained in Section IV of Finance and Business Development Advisory Board Minutes #1/02, held on March 1, 2002, be received. CARRIED Section IV Items 9.1 & 9.2 2002 BUDGET UPDATE (Finance Res. #C6/02) ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE STATUS REPORT (Finance Res. #C7/02) TERMINATION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11:27 a.m., on March 22, 2002. Dick O'Brien Chair J. Craig Mather Secretary- Treasurer 72 ts. OrTHE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #4/02 April 26, 2002 The Authority Meeting #4/02, was held in the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village, on Friday, April 26, 2002. The Chair Dick O'Brien, called the meeting to order at 10:07 a.m. PRESENT Maria Augimeri Member Bas Balkissoon Member David Barrow Member Iia Bossons Member Raymond Cho Member Michael Di Biase . Member Susan DiMarco Member Rob Ford Member Suzan Hall Member Irene Jones Member Anthony Ketchum Member Pam McConnell Member Jim McMaster Vice Chair Peter Milczyn Member Ron Moeser Member Dick O'Brien Chair Gerri Lynn O'Connor Member Linda Pabst Member Maja Prentice Member lan Sinclair Member Tanny Wells Member REGRETS Lorna Bissell Member Sandra Bussin Member Cliff Gyles Member George Mammoliti Member Bill O'Donnell Member Dave Ryan Member Frank Scarpitti Member 73 RES. #A66 /02 - MINUTES Moved by: Suzan Hall Seconded by: Maja Prentice THAT the Minutes of Meeting #3/02, held on March 22, 2002, be approved. CARRIED CONFLICT OF INTEREST Tanny Wells declared a conflict of interest with respect to item 11.18 - Ballycroy Golf /Hotel Proposal as her stepson is the solicitor for the Ballycroy Area Rural Conservation Alliance. MOTION OF CONDOLENCE RES. #A67 /02 Moved by Seconded by: Michael Di Blase Members of the Authority THAT the staff and members of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority express their condolences to the family and the citizens of Vaughan on the passing of Mayor Lorna Jackson. MOTION OF CONGRATULATIONS RES. #A68 /02 Moved by: Seconded by: Dick O'Brien Members of the Authority CARRIED THAT the staff and members of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority congratulate Michael DI Blase on his new position as Mayor of the City of Vaughan. CARRIED PRESENTATIONS (a) A presentation by Allan Sparrow, Outreach Coordinator, Community AIR (Airport Impact Review), in regards to the Toronto Island Airport Expansion Plans. 74 (b) A presentation by Lionel Normand, Biologist, TRCA, on item 10.1 - Terrestrial Natural Heritage Program. RES. #A69 /02 - PRESENTATIONS Moved by: Seconded by: Pam McConnell Jim McMaster THAT above -noted presentations (a) be received. CARRIED RES. #A70 /02 - PRESENTATIONS Moved by: Seconded by: Ron Moeser Tanny Wells THAT above -noted presentations (b) be received. CARRIED CORRESPONDENCE (a) City of Toronto Memorandum from Fran Scott, Director, Public Health Planning and Policy and Associate Medical Officer of Health, in regards to presentation item 5.1 - Toronto Island Airport Expansion Plans. RES. #A71 /02 - CORRESPONDENCE Moved by: Seconded by: Gerri Lynn O'Connor Jim McMaster THAT above -noted correspondence (a) be received. CARRIED 75 CORRESPONDENCE (A) 11AI TORONTO Dr. Sheela V. Basrur Medical Officer of Health Memorandum Community & Neighbourhood Services Eric Gam, Acting Commissioner Public Health 277 Victoria Street 5th Floor Toronto, Ontario M5B 1W2 Tel: 416 -392 -7402 Fax: 416- 392 -0713 Reply: Sarah Gingrich Research Consultant Tel: 416-338-3513 Fax: 416-392-7418 sg I ngri@city.toronto.on.ca To: Paula Dill, Commissioner, Urban Development Services From: Fran Scott, Director, Public Health Planning and Policy and Associate Medical Officer ofHealth Date: March 24, 2002 Subject: Toronto City Centre Airport At its meeting of February 20, 2002, the Waterfront Reference Group requested that the Medical Officer of Health examine the potential impacts on area residents, both current and anticipated, of any expansion of the Toronto City Centre Airport (TCCA), particularly with respect to carcinogens and noxious gases, both in the immediate vicinity of the airport and along flight paths through Toronto. The Chief Planner was also requested to consult with the Medical Officer of Health regarding the health and environmental issues that are relevant to this matter, in particular the Toronto Cancer Prevention Coalition's.(TCPC) concerns. As summarized below, the scientific literature provides reasonable evidence that the air emissions and noise released from airports can adversely affect human health and quality of life. TCCA is within close proximity to densely populated residential communities and Toronto's business centre, and it is part of an urban waterfront that is being rejuvenated to provide green amenities and open space. From a human health and environmental health perspective, any activity including the expansion of TCCA, that will increase emissions and noise downtown & Toronto, should be considered carefully. On behalf of the Medical Officer of Health, I have summarised below the potential implications of any TCCA expansion with respect to air quality, noise and water quality, and provided comments on the concerns raised by TCPC. 76 Air Quality The Toronto Port Authority commissioned a report on various business options for the future of the TCCA. This December 2001 report prepared by Sypher: Mueller International Inc. (Sypher report) states that for the TCCA to become financially feasible, it must substantially expand its operations. The most plausible expansion scenarios recommended by the report would require an increase in the number of aircraft frequenting TCCA, a fixed link to the mainland and perhaps the introduction of jets. Such increased aircraft activity would also generate increased ground activity, including, increased traffic to and from the airport. Emissions from loth air and ground activities would be expected to increase above current levels, as would the level and frequency of noise events experienced in the area. On March 21, 2002, Toronto Public Health released a report "Ten Key Carcinogens in Toronto Workplaces and Environment' which examined the potential for exposure to carcinogens, including formaldehyde, benzene and 1,3- butadiene. These are among the carcinogens that are known to be emitted from aircraft. In addition, aircraft emit smog- producing compounds (e.g., volatile organic compounds, nitrogen oxides, hydrocarbons, sulphur oxides) and gases that contribute to climate change (e:g. carbon dioxide). Studies show that airport ground activities and associated passenger vehicles emit a similar range of chemicals as do aircraft. For some pollutants, the amount emitted from these activities can be greater than those emitted by aircraft. Emissions from these associated activities must therefore also be considered when assessing the potential impacts of airport expansion. Studies that have looked at the Zink between cancer and proximate residence to airports have not been consistent in their results. However, several studies have suggested a potential risk. For example, in a study of Chicago's Midway Airport, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EP A) estimated that aircraft engine emissions contributed to approximately 11% of the total estimated local cancer cases. An investigation of an elevated number of cases of brain cancer (glioblastoma) in residents living within three miles of the Seattle Sea -Tac Airport recommended further study of the potential link between the airport and health effects. A study by the Los Angeles Unified School District, concluded that the current operations of Santa Monica Municipal Airport provide a maximum cancer risk to local residents that is in excess of the acceptable risks under the U .S. Clean Air Act. In another investigation, maximum estimated cancer risks posed by an existing and a proposed airport in Florida to adjacent residential areas were similar to those estimated for the Chicago Midway Airport and the Santa Monica Municipal Airport. Another study, completed by the City of Park Ridge, Illinois, found that emissions from Chicago's O'Hare International Airport alone are associated with cancer risks which exceed the federal health goal. If the number of landings and take -offs at TCCA increases, there would be an associated increase in emissions. If flights by jet aircraft are introduced, an even greater increase in emissions of nitrogen oxides, hydrocarbons, sulphur oxides and carbon dioxide could be expected. Given the available data, it is not possible to quantify the potential health burden from an expanded TCCA. However, since known carcinogens are emitted from airports and related activities, it is reasonable to assume activities at the airport could potentially contributed to an increased cancer risk. 77 The human health impacts of the chemicals that make up smog are also well known. Toronto Public Health has estimated that smog - related pollution contributes to about 1 ,000 deaths and 5,500 hospitalizations per year, As noted above, aircraft, ground support activities and vehicles at and around airports release smog- causing air pollutants. Expanded airport activities would likely increase the burden of illness related to -smog. Water Quality The TCCA location on Lake Ontario, which functions as a complex of ecosystems, a drinking water source and a centre for recreation, underscores the importance to evaluate the potential impact on the aquatic environment. There are various potential sources of water pollution from airports. De -icing and anti -icing products are the most -cited cause of groundwater and surface water pollution from airports. A study of Canadian airports' runoff water containing de -icing or anti -icing chemicals found that forty percent of the samples were lethal to rainbow trout. The Greater Toronto Airports Authority had recently improved its management of spent de -icing and anti -icing fluids and greatly reduced their discharge into the natural environment. It would be essential to ensure that TCCA uses state -of- the -art methods for containing and recycling or eliminating contaminated runoff from the airport. Noise In its March 2000 report to the Board of Health Toronto Public Health concluded that noise at levels below those that impair hearing can result in health effects. Noise can produce a reaction in people, particularly if the sounds are unpredictable and intermittent, and if the hearer has no control over the sources of the sound. The reported impacts of noise include effects on sleep, reading and memory acquisition, performance and behaviour, mental health, and an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. In a survey of the USA's fifty busiest commercial airports, the U.S. General Accounting Office found that noise was the environmental issue of greatest concern to airport officials. The U.S. EPA cites land -use compatibility as the primary factor in determining whether communities will be disturbed by airport noise. Aircraft noise is frequently cited as the cause for decreased quality of life and falling property values near airports. Researchers have also investigated the effects of airport- related noise on the health of local residents. Scientists have documented annoyance, stress or reduced quality of life among residents living very near airports. In addition to these general impacts, some studies have identified specific adverse health impacts in residents, while other studies have not. One investigation described the effect of noise on residents before and after the inauguration of an airport outside Munich, Germany. The researchers concluded that airport noise caused physiological stress in nine- to eleven - year -old children, as evidenced by their blood pressure and levels of epinephrine and norepinephrine. The children also reported poorer quality of life. An extensive health impact assessment is being undertaken for an expansion of Schiphol airport in the Netherlands. Preliminary results from hospital data research and a questionnaire suggest that residents living in areas with more airport noise experienced sleep disturbance, annoyance and poorer perceived health. Some of the results suggest that residents living near the airport had increased respiratory symptoms, and suggest a link between noise and cardiovascular disease, although further research is necessary before conclusions are drawn. 78 If TCAA service is to expand beyond current levels and other provisions are not made, the level of noise, and /or the frequency with which noise events are experienced, will increase. Also, if the amount of aircraft traffic in any single flight path should increase, specific communities may experience increased or new airport- related noise. Toronto's waterfront includes vibrant residential communities, busy workplaces and a necklace of green areas. Although it is possible to mitigate the impact of aircraft noise inside buildings, this is not as easily done for outdoor activities. Given the large numbers of residences, offices and recreational spaces in close proximity to TCCA, the impact on noise levels of expanding TCCA needs to be carefully considered. Conclusions Expansion of the Toronto City Centre Airport could result in increased emissions of pollutants and noise. Although it is not possible to quantify the impacts at this time, there are legitimate concerns about the negative impacts of the expansion of the Toronto City Centre Airport on health and the environment. ORIGINAL SIGNED BY Dr. Fran Scott Director, Planning & Policy and AMOH Attach: November7, 2001 letter from the Toronto Cancer Prevention Coalition addressed to the Mayor and Members of Toronto City Council. cc: Commissioner of Economic Development. Culture and Tourism Elaine Baxter - Trahair, Waterfront Project Director, Urban Development Services Councillor Pantalone, Chair, Planning and Transportation Committee Councillor F eldman, Chair, Economic Development and Parks Committee Councillor Layton Acting City Solicitor - Attn: Mary Braun Lydia Danylciw, Project Officer, Waterfront Secretariat. Urban Development Services Sarah Gingrich, Research Consultant. Toronto Public Health Dr. Sheela Basrur , Medical Officer of Health 79 iNIFROW 57P3LYG COMMTEEs Ataxadm Voir at. Lan Pram. Weesiot oftmtnimaakiy. Waawn', Cerra* ran olutSI E 1►C1tSC Homo Oitib0030. cuersiorAidatial & M,redNreido TAG Reiland *nese Came Ant►ka•Medaaai Moist" . u.dtP1 with s3 Polio% Throws huh Ikea heck saeptro. taut sharer Rich Wbii Tonere 8atdratrental Allister TORONTO CANCER. PREVENTION COALITION err Macula Saeee. aufte 203 Voleila Hepburn Tomato. ON MSS 3W2 Sassier C oortfi +!tar theb16 8 80 ozp Fax (436) 39915 November 7, 2001 Mayor and Members of Toronto City Council City 1 all . 100 Queen.St. W. Toronto, ON M$E 2N2 Csardbiater Skltaz loo 7 roms.eit Frac 0163392-0635 Dear Mayor and Members of Toronto City Council: The Toromo Cancer Prevention Co:lidos (TCPC) comprises over 150 members representing 60 agencies, organizations, City divisions, and othef community partners across the GTA dedicated to a comprehetlsive cancer prevention agenda. The Toronto Cancer Prevention Coalition believes that public policy makers should adhere to the pree eutioniuy principle when baking decisions in the public interest. This means that, when en activity raises thrratts of bass to human bealtb% precautionary aaeasare$ should be taken, event if some cause and effect setationships are not Mly established. It is cheaper and more effective to prevent human health damage than to attempt to manage or cure it. • The issue of the expauston of commercial air from the Island Airport was discussed by the Toronto Cancer Prevention Coalition's Steering Committee on August 14„ 2001. Following that discussion, the steering comnmittee expreaued its support for Community AIR, in opposing plans to ecriiaud the Toronto Isliud Airport. Sincerely. • Brian l ymdmant, On behalf of the Toronto Cancer ?revendon Coalition Steering Committee 80 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION RES. #A71/02 - Moved by: Seconded by: NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Rouge River Watershed, 1419079 Ontario Limited, CFN 33121. Purchase of partial taking located on the west side of Leslie Street north of Stouffville Side Road, Town of Richmond Hill, "Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project, 2001 - 2005," Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Rouge - River Watershed. Bas Balkissoon David Barrow THAT 33.89 hectares, (83.74 acres) more or less, consisting of an Irregular shaped parcel of vacant land be purchased from 1419079 Ontario Limited, said land being Part of Lot 2, Concession 2 (Whitchurch), Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York, designated as Parts 1 and 2, Plan 65R -1916; THAT the agreement be completed on the following basis: a) the vendor retains the right to terminate the transaction if they find it advantageous to gift the subject lands through the Ecological Gift Program; b) the Authority retains the right to assign the agreement to any other public body or nonprofit organization with a similar mandate, to acquire and manage environmental lands; c) the Authority agrees the property will be left in its natural state and will be used only for purposes of environmental protection, conservation and passive public open space with uses such as paths and trails; d) the Authority has satisfied Itself through an environmental audit of the lands that there are no environmental problems on site; e) the closing date is April 22, 2004; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED BACKGROUND Resolution #A231/00, Authority Meeting #9100, October 27, 2000, approved the Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 -2005. 81 In the late 1990's, the Ontario Municipal Board began pre - hearings on plans for the development of more than 1,640 acres of land east and west of Yonge Street south of King Road and north of Jefferson and Stouffville Side Roads. In May 2001, the Oak Ridges Moraine Protection Act, 2001 froze all development applications on the Moraine. Also it stopped the OMB from making decisions on applications before it. On the recommendations of the Oak Ridges Moraine Advisory Panel and the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH), David Crombie was asked to mediate a settlement of the OMB hearing on the Yonge East and West lands. In considering the Yonge East and West applications an opportunity arose to secure and protect additional adjacent lands in public ownership in the area bounded between Bayview Avenue and Leslie Street, north of Stouffville Road and south of Bethesda Road. The owners agreed to dedicate their environmental lands designated as natural core in the Plan. As a result the additional lands could be added to the corridor through Richmond Hill, that was agreed to be protected and will become part of the publicly owned park. The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing requested the Authority enter into an agreement of purchase and sale for these important environmental lands. Negotiations have been conducted with representatives of the owner and officials from MMAH. The Director of the Watershed Management Division has reviewed the proposal and is in concurrence with the purchase of the subject property. Attached is a plan showing the location of the subject lands. RATIONALE The subject property falls within the Authority's approved master plan for acquisition and connects to the Authority's Lake St. George holdings. It is included in the Pool of Priority Acquisition Sites for the Rouge Park approved by the Rouge Park Alliance. The subject property is within the Jefferson Forest Environmentally Significant Area (ESA #90), is designated by the Province as a Provincially significant ANSI and is on the Oak Ridges Moraine (natural core under the Plan) and forms part of the environmental corridor through Richmond Hill. TAXES AND MAINTENANCE Since this property is a Provincially Significant ANSI it will qualify for an exemption from realty taxes. To quality for the exemption in the 2003 taxation year, it will be necessary to apply for the exemption by July 2002. The subject environmental lands are typical of the lands the Authority acquires through the development process and will have normal management costs associated with them. The relatively long closing date gives the Authority the opportunity to approach the Oak Ridges Moraine Trust, Rouge Park Alliance, Town of Richmond Hill, and the Regional Municipality of York to request assistance to manage these lands. 82 FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS MMAH is funding the costs associated with closing the transaction including survey and environmental audits, and legal. Report prepared by: Ron Dewell, extension 5245 For information contact: Craig Mather, 416 - 667 -6289 Jim DiIlane, 416 -667 -6292 Ron Dewell extension 5245 Date: April 24, 2002 Attachments: 1 83 Attachment 1 OAK RIDGES AREA Subject Property Location Subject Property TRCA Property AMMO ESA/ANSI N ,ConServ4tron 84 RES. #A72/02 - Moved by: Seconded by: NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Rouge River Watershed Sedgewick Property Inc., CFN 32922. Purchase of partial taking located on the west side of Leslie Street north of Stouffville Side Road, Town of Richmond Hill, "Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition - Project, 2001 - 2005," Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Rouge River Watershed. Bas Balkissoon David Barrow THAT 10.22 hectares, (25.25 acres) more or Tess, consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of vacant land be purchased from Sedgewick Property Inc., said land being Part of Lots 3 and 4, Concession 2 (Whitchurch), Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York, designated as Parts 6, 7, 8, 9 and 11, on a draft reference plan prepared by Holding, Jones Vanderveen Inc. dated April 19, 2002; THAT the agreement be completed on the following basis: a) the vendor retains the right to terminate the transaction if they find it advantageous to gift the subject lands through the Ecological Gift Program; b) the Authority retains the right to assign the agreement to any other public body or nonprofit organization with a similar mandate, to acquire and manage environmental lands; c) the Authority agrees the property will be left in its natural state and will be used only for purposes of environmental protection, conservation and passive public open space with uses such as paths and trails; d) the Authority has satisfied Itself through an environmental audit of the lands that there are no environmental problems on site; e) the closing date is April 22, 2003; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED BACKGROUND Resolution #A231/00, Authority Meeting #9/00, October 27, 2000, approved the Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 -2005. 85 In the late 1990's, the Ontario Municipal Board began pre- hearings on plans for the development of more than 1,640 acres of land east and west of Yonge Street south of King Road and north of Jefferson and Stouffville Side Roads. In May 2001, the Oak Ridges Moraine Protection Act, 2001 froze all development applications on the Moraine. Also it stopped the OMB from making decisions on applications before it. On the recommendations of the Oak Ridges Moraine Advisory Panel and the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH), David Crombie was asked to mediate a settlement of the OMB hearing on the Yonge East and West lands. In considering the Yonge East and West applications an opportunity arose to secure and protect additional adjacent lands in public ownership in the area bounded between Bayview Avenue and Leslie Street, north of Stouffville Road and south of Bethesda Road. The owners agreed to dedicate their environmental lands designated as natural core in the Plan. As a result the additional lands could be added to the corridor through Richmond Hill, that was agreed to be protected and will become part of the publicly owned park. The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing requested the Authority enter into an agreement of purchase and sale for these important environmental lands. Negotiations have been conducted with representatives of the owner and officials from MMAH. The Director of the Watershed Management Division has reviewed the proposal and is in concurrence with the purchase of the subject property. Attached is a plan showing the location of the subject lands. RATIONALE The subject property falls within the Authority's approved master plan for acquisition and connects to the Authority's Lake St. George holdings. It is included in the Pool of Priority Acquisition Sites for the Rouge Park approved by the Rouge Park Alliance. The subject property is within the Jefferson Forest Environmentally Significant Area (ESA #90), is designated by the Province as a Provincially significant ANSI and is on the Oak Ridges Moraine (natural core under the Plan) and forms part of the environmental corridor through Richmond Hill. TAXES AND MAINTENANCE Since this property is a Provincially Significant ANSI it will qualify for an exemption from realty taxes. To quality for the exemption in the 2003 taxation year, it will be necessary to apply for the exemption by July 2002. 86 The subject environmental lands are typical of the lands the Authority acquires through the development process and will have normal management costs associated with them. The relatively long closing date gives the Authority the opportunity to approach the Oak Ridges Moraine Trust, Rouge Park Alliance, Town of Richmond Hill, and the Regional Municipality of York to request assistance to manage these lands. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS MMAH is funding the costs associated with closing the transaction including survey and environmental audits, and legal. Report prepared by: Ron Dewell, extension 5245 For information contact: Craig Mather, 416- 667 -6289 Jim Dillane, 416- 667 -6292 Ron Dewell extension 5245 Date: April 24, 2002 Attachments: 1 87 Attachment 1 OAK RIDGES AREA Subject Property Location Subject Property 'MCA Property ESNANSI Q`onser a 88 RES. #A73/02 - Moved by: Seconded by: NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Rouge River Watershed, Dickson Property Inc., CFN 32923. Purchase of partial taking located on the west side of Leslie Street north of Stouffville Side Road, Town of Richmond Hill, "Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project, 2001- 2005," Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Rouge River Watershed. Bas Balkissoon David Barrow THAT 25.31 hectares, (62.54 acres) more or less, consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of vacant land be purchased from Dickson Property Inc., said land being Part of Lots 3 and 4, Concession 2 (Whitchurch), Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York, designated as Parts 1, 2 and 3 on a draft reference plan, prepared by Holding, Jones Vanderveen Inc. dated April 19, 2002; THAT the agreement be completed on the following basis: a) the vendor retains the right to terminate the transaction if they find it advantageous to gift the subject lands through the Ecological Gift Program; b) the Authority retains the right to assign the agreement to any other public body or nonprofit organization with a similar mandate, to acquire and manage environmental lands; c) the Authority agrees the property will be left in its natural state and will be used only for purposes of environmental protection, conservation and passive public open space with uses such as paths and trails; d) the Authority has satisfied itself through an environmental audit of the lands that there are no environmental problems on site; e) the closing date is April 22, 2003; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED BACKGROUND Resolution #A231/00, Authority Meeting #9/00, October 27, 2000, approved the Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 -2005. 89 In the late 1990's, the Ontario Municipal Board began pre- hearings on plans for the development of more than 1,640 acres of land east and west of Yonge Street south of King Road and north of Jefferson and Stouffville Side Roads. In May 2001, the Oak Ridges Moraine Protection Act, 2001 froze all development applications on the Moraine. Also it stopped the OMB from making decisions on applications before it. On the recommendations of the Oak Ridges Moraine Advisory Panel and the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH), David Crombie was asked to mediate a settlement of the OMB hearing on the Yonge East and West lands. In considering the Yonge East and West applications an opportunity arose to secure and protect additional adjacent lands in public ownership in the area bounded between Bayview Avenue and Leslie Street, north of Stouffville Road and south of Bethesda Road. The owners agreed to dedicate their environmental lands designated as natural core in the Plan. As a result the additional lands could be added to the corridor through Richmond Hill, that was agreed to be protected and will become part of the publicly owned park. The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing requested the Authority enter into an agreement of purchase and sale for these important environmental lands. Negotiations have been conducted with representatives of the owner and officials from MMAH. The Director of the Watershed Management Division has reviewed the proposal and is in concurrence with the purchase of the subject property. Attached is a plan showing the location of the subject lands. RATIONALE The subject property falls within the Authority's approved master plan for acquisition and connects to the Authority's Lake St. George holdings. It is included in the Pool of Priority Acquisition Sites for the Rouge Park approved by the Rouge Park Alliance. The subject property is within the Jefferson Forest Environmentally Significant Area (ESA #90), is designated by the Province as a Provincially significant ANSI and is on the Oak Ridges Moraine (natural core under the Plan) and forms part of the environmental corridor through Richmond Hill. TAXES AND MAINTENANCE Since this property is a Provincially Significant ANSI it will qualify for an exemption from realty taxes. To quality for the exemption in the 2003 taxation year, it will be necessary to apply for the exemption by July 2002. The subject environmental lands are typical of the lands the Authority acquires through the development process and will have normal management costs associated with them. The relatively long closing date gives the Authority the opportunity to approach the Oak Ridges Moraine Trust, Rouge Park Alliance, Town of Richmond Hill, and the Regional Municipality of York to request assistance to manage these lands. 90 FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS . MMAH is funding the costs associated with closing the transaction including survey and environmental audits, and legal. Report prepared by: Ron Dewell, extension 5245 For information contact: Craig Mather, 416- 667 -6289 Jim Dillane, 416 - 667 -6292 Ron Dewell extension 5245 Date: April 24, 2002 Attachments: 1 91 Attachment 1 OAK RIDGES AREA Subject Property Location 8 Subject Properly Property ESNANSI N onservatton M n.IN 92 RES. #A74/02 - Moved by: Seconded by: NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Rouge River Watershed, Casa Developments Inc., CFN 33122. Purchase of partial taking located on the west side of Leslie Street north of Stouffville Side Road, Town of Richmond Hill, "Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project, 2001 - 2005," Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Rouge River Watershed. Bas Balkissoon David Barrow THAT 46.73 hectares, (115.46 acres) more or less, consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of vacant land be purchased from Casa Developments Inc., said land being Part of Lots 4 and 5, Concession 3 (Whitchurch), Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York, being part of Part 1 on 65R- 9835; THAT the agreement be completed on the following basis: a) the vendor retains the right to terminate the transaction if they find it advantageous to gift the subject lands through the Ecological Gift Program; b) the Authority retains the right to assign the agreement to any other public body or nonprofit organization with a similar mandate, to acquire and manage environmental lands; c) the Authority agrees the property will be left in its natural state and will be used only for purposes of environmental protection, conservation and passive public open space with uses such as paths and trails; d) the Authority has satisfied itself through an environmental audit of the lands that there are no environmental problems on site; e) the closing date is April.22, 2003; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED BACKGROUND Resolution #A231/00, Authority Meeting #9/00, October 27, 2000, approved the Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 -2005. 93 In the late 1990's, the Ontario Municipal Board began pre- hearings on plans for the development of more than 1,640 acres of land east and west of Yonge Street south of King Road and north of Jefferson and Stouffville Side Roads. In May 2001, the Oak Ridges Moraine Protection Act, 2001 froze all development applications on the Moraine. Also it stopped the OMB from making decisions on applications before it. On the recommendations of the Oak Ridges Moraine Advisory Panel and the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH), David Crombie'was asked to mediate a settlement of the OMB hearing on the Yonge East and West lands. In considering the Yonge East and West applications an opportunity arose to secure and protect additional adjacent lands in public ownership in the area bounded between Bayview Avenue and Leslie Street, north of Stouffville Road and south of Bethesda Road. The owners agreed to dedicate their environmental lands designated as natural core in the Plan. As a result the additional lands could be added to the corridor through Richmond Hill, that was agreed to be protected and will become part of the publicly owned park. The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing requested the Authority enter into an agreement of purchase and sale for these important environmental lands. Negotiations have been conducted with representatives of the owner and officials from MMAH. The Director of the Watershed Management Division has reviewed the proposal and is in concurrence with the purchase of the subject property. Attached is a plan showing the location of the subject lands. RATIONALE The subject property falls within the Authority's approved master plan for acquisition and connects to the Authority's Lake St. George holdings. It is included in the Pool of Priority Acquisition Sites for the Rouge Park approved by the Rouge Park Alliance. The subject property is within the Jefferson Forest Environmentally Significant Area (ESA #90), is designated by the Province as a Provincially significant ANSI and is on the Oak Ridges Moraine (natural core under the Plan) and forms part of the environmental corridor through Richmond Hill. TAXES AND MAINTENANCE Since this property is a Provincially Significant ANSI it will qualify for an exemption from realty taxes. To quality for the exemption in the 2003 taxation year, it will be necessary to apply for the exemption by July 2002. The subject environmental lands are typical of the lands the Authority acquires through the development process and will have normal management costs associated with them. The relatively long closing date gives the Authority the opportunity to approach the Oak Ridges Moraine Trust, Rouge Park Alliance, Town of Richmond Hill, and the Regional Municipality of York to request assistance to manage these lands. 94 FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS MMAH is funding the costs associated with closing the transaction including survey and environmental audits, and legal. Report prepared by: Ron Dewell, extension 5245 For information contact: Craig Mather, 416- 667 -6289 Jim Dillane, 416- 667 -6292 Ron Dewell extension 5245 Date: April 24, 2002 Attachments: 1 95 Attachment 1 OAK RIDGES AR Subject Property Location BSubject Property TftCA Property ANN ESNANsI iaravro r onservatron' 96 RES. #A75/02 - TELE-MOBILE COMPANY (TELUS MOBILITY) PROPOSAL - BOYD CONSERVATION AREA CFN 33011. Additional information regarding lease rates for cell towers relating to Resolution #E4/02 from meeting #2/02 of the Public Use Advisory Board held on April 5, 2002 . Moved by: Seconded by: Bas Balkissoon David Barrow THAT item (ii) of Resolution #E4/02 from meeting #2/02 of the Public Use Advisory Board held on April 5, 2002 be deleted and replaced with the following: (11) the lease rate is to be $13,500 per year for the first year with the lease rate being increased by 2% per year for the remainder of the term of the lease. CARRIED BACKGROUND The Public Use Advisory Board at its meeting #2/02 held on April 5, 2002 directed staff to contact Telus Mobility and determine if Telus Mobility would increase the lease rate for this site as it would appear that the lease rate proposed by Telus Mobility was not consistent with other lease rates in the area. Staff was also directed to investigate other cell tower lease rates. The following is information relating to other lease rates in the area: Regional Municipality of York - $8,500 to $10,000 per year. City of Vaughan - The city leases a site at the south east corner of Islington Avenue and Rutherford Road, which is a short distance north of the proposed Boyd site. The lease rate is approximately $13,800 for 2002. The tower on the City of Vaughan property can accommodate additional antennas from other companies that would allow the company leasing the site to sublet space on the tower to recover a portion of the lease payments. The flag pole design of the tower proposed for the Boyd property only allows for one antenna so there is no opportunity for Telus Mobility to sublet space on the tower. City of Toronto - $16,000 to $25,000 based on the height of the tower. City staff indicated that the lease rate for a 30 metre tower would fall in the lower end of this range. Ministry of Natural Resources - MNR is in the process of developing a policy for cell towers. MNR staff indicated that the lease rate proposed by Telus Mobility is in line with their proposed lease rates for the Toronto area. Ministry of Transportation - $15,000 to $17,000 per year for the Toronto area. MTO has two site leases for $20,000 per year. MTO staff has indicated that the reason these two sites receive higher lease rates is because they are in prime locations. 97 RATIONALE York Region's lease rate would appear to be the lower end of the range for tower sites in this area. The City of Toronto and MTO lease rates are at the upper end. The Toronto and MTO sites are in better locations than the Boyd site because of the limited availability of sites in these areas as well as they provide access to a larger volume of customers. The City of Vaughan site appears to be the most comparable to the Boyd site. Report prepared by: Mike Fenning, extension 5223 For Information contact: Ron Dewell, extension 5245 Mike Fenning, extension 5223 Date: April 17, 2002 RES. #A76/02 - CITY OF TORONTO Request for Permanent Easement for the installation of a hydro cable to supply power to a flowmeter on an existing forcemain, Rouge River Watershed, City of Toronto (East Community), CFN 32967. Receipt of a request from the City of Toronto to provide a permanent easement for the installation of a hydro cable to supply power to a flowmeter on an existing forcemain, north of Sheppard Avenue East, east of Meadowvale Road, Rouge River Watershed, City of Toronto (East Community). (Executive Res. #B23/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Rob Ford Irene Jones THAT WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) Is in receipt of a request from the City of Toronto to provide a permanent easement for the installation of a hydro cable to supply power to a flowmeter on an existing forcemain, north of Sheppard Avenue East, east of Meadowvale Road, Rouge River Watershed, City of Toronto (East Community); AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of TRCA that it is in the best interests of TRCA in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to cooperate with the City of Toronto in this instance; THAT a permanent easement containing 0.002 hectares, more or Tess, (0.005 acres) be granted to the City of Toronto for the installation of a hydro cable to supply power to a flowmeter on an existing forcemain, said land being Part of Lot 4, Concession 3, City of Toronto (East Community); THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal, survey and other costs; 98 THAT the City of Toronto is to fully indemnify TRCA from any and all claims for injuries, damages or costs of any nature, resulting in any way, either directly or indirectly, from the granting of this easement or carrying out of construction; THAT an archaeological review is to be carried out with any mitigative measures being carried out to the satisfaction of TRCA; THAT the subject lands are included in a three party agreement among The Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto (now the City of Toronto), The Metropolitan Toronto Zoo (now the Toronto Zoo) and TRCA and the granting of this easement is subject to the approval of the City of Toronto Parks and Recreation Department and the Toronto Zoo; THAT said easement be subject to the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources In accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27 as amended; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate TRCA officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. CARRIED RES. #A77/02 - THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK Conveyance of Land for the Widening and Reconstruction of Rutherford Road between Regional Road 27 and Weston Road, City of Vaughan Humber River Watershed, CFN 33036. Receipt of a request from The Regional Municipality of York for conveyance of land for the widening and reconstruction of Rutherford Road between Regional Road 27 and Weston Road, City of Vaughan. (Executive Res. #824/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Rob Ford Irene Jones THAT WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is in receipt of a request from The Regional Municipality of York to convey certain lands for the widening and reconstruction of Rutherford Road between Regional Road 27 and Weston Road, City of Vaughan; AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of TRCA that it is in the best interest of TRCA in furthering its objectives, as set out In Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to cooperate with The Regional Municipality of York in this instance; 99 THAT three parcels of TRCA owned land containing 0.178 hectares, more or Tess, (0.441 acres) be conveyed to The Regional Municipality of York for the widening and reconstruction of Rutherford Road between Regional Road 27 and Weston Road, said land being Part of Lots 15 and 16 and Part of the Road Allowance between Lots 15 and 16, Concession 7 and Part of Block 2, Plan 65M -3258, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, designated as Parts 1, 2 and 3 on a plan of survey prepared by Holding & Jones Limited under their Job No. 01- 1330 -REF4 and Part 5 on a plan of survey prepared by Holding & Jones Limited under their Job No. 01- 1330 -REF1 together with a temporary easement over Parts 6 and 7 on a plan of survey prepared by Holding &' Jones Limited under their Job No. 01- 1330 -REF2; THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal, survey and other costs together with a payment of $20,830 to compensate TRCA for the loss of rental income on two residential rental houses on the north side of Rutherford Road between Islington Avenue and Pine Valley Drive; THAT an archaeological investigation is to be conducted before any site disturbance with any mitigative measures required being carried out all at the expense of The Regional Municipality of York; THAT The Regional Municipality of York is to fully Indemnify and save harmless the Authority from any and all claims for injuries, damages or loss of any nature resulting in any way either directly or indirectly from this sale or the carrying out of construction; THAT said conveyance is subject to the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources in accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27 as amended; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate TRCA officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. CARRIED RES. #A78/02 - SUBLICENCE AGREEMENT - THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF CALEDON AND THE BOLTON WANDERERS' SOCCER CLUB OF ONTARIO Vicinity of Glasgow Road, in the Bolton Area of the Town of Caledon CFN 24551 and CFN 22923. Receipt of a request from The Corporation of the Town of Caledon for consent from TRCA to enter into a sublicence agreement with the Bolton Wanderers' Soccer Club of Ontario for a 3 -year term with a right of renewal for a further 2 years on TRCA lands known as Edelweiss and Jack Garrett Soccer Parks located in the vicinity of Glasgow Road, in the Bolton Area of the Town of Caledon. (Executive Res. #825/02) 100 Moved by: Rob Ford Seconded by: - Irene Jones THAT WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) entered into a management agreement with the Town of Caledon for TRCA lands known as Edelweiss Park for park and recreational activities on January 25, 1984, with the lands being used for soccer and tennis purposes; AND WHEREAS the management agreement was amended on September 1, 1998 to add TRCA lands known as Jack Garrett Soccer Park with the lands being used for soccer purposes; AND WHEREAS TRCA is in receipt of a request from The Corporation of the Town of Caledon to enter into a sublicence agreement for a 3 -year term with a right to renew for an additional 2 years, commencing May 15, 2002, with the Bolton Wanderers' Soccer Club of Ontario to deal with the use, care and administration of the soccer facilities at Edelweiss and Jack Garrett Soccer Parks; THAT TRCA concur with The Corporation of the Town of Caledon entering into a sublicence agreement with the Bolton Wanderers' Soccer Club of Ontario; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate TRCA officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. CARRIED RES. #A79/02 - FLOAT HOMES AND YEAR -ROUND LIVEABOARDS ON PUBLIC PROPERTY City of Toronto Waterfront. To provide a, report on the City of Toronto's policy directions on the subject of float homes and year -round liveaboards on waterfront parks and recreation property and to provide additional information as requested by the Executive Committee at its November 2, 2001 meeting. (Executive Res.' #B26 /02) Moved by: Seconded by: Ron Moeser Suzan Hall THAT the resolutions of City of Toronto Council on the issue of "float homes" and year -round liveaboards adopted at its February 13, 14 and 15, 2002 meeting and the additional information on the Nautical Village Group's "timeshare" 1995 proposal be received; THAT the Authority reiterate its position on "liveaboards" as generally adopted on March 22, 1991, to the City of Toronto as follows: 101 a. In negotiating new lease agreements or extensions to the current yacht club or marina agreements due to expire in 2005, provisions be incorporated for the prohibition of "liveaboards" during the non - boating season, between haul -out and launch, and of "grey water" discharge at anytime within small craft harbours under ownership and management of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and the City of Toronto; b. The City of Toronto be requested to take all reasonable steps to ensure that any concerns of the City of Toronto Fire Department and other emergency services are addressed for existing "liveaboard" situations on the Toronto Waterfront; c. The City of Toronto be requested to enforce the provisions of any existing agreement with a yacht/boat club or marina which includes a specific clause or provision prohibiting "liveaboards "; THAT the Authority support the City of Toronto's position that "float homes be prohibited" on the basis of their incompatibility with the goals and objectives of TRCA's - Lake Ontario Waterfront Development Program, limiting recreational boating opportunities along the Toronto waterfront for existing and future residents of the City of Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area and the conflict with the 1972 Toronto/TRCA waterfront management agreement which states that the City of Toronto will maintain the waterfront public lands for park, recreation and conservation purposes; THAT staff be directed to take whatever action is necessary to ensure the Authority interests are protected in the legal proceedings and mandatory arbitration with respect to "float homes" and to request the City of Toronto Legal Services represent the Authority in this matter; THAT staff be directed to report in future as to the conclusion of the legal proceedings and any further actions of the City of Toronto on the "float home" or liveaboard" issue; AND FURTHER THAT the City of Toronto be so advised. CARRIED RES. #A80/02 - EMERGENCY MAINTENANCE DREDGING ASHBRIDGE'S BAY PARK, COATSWORTH CUT DREDGING Award of Contract ES02 -07 to the Toronto Port Authority for emergency maintenance dredging of the navigation channel at Coatsworth Cut, Ashbridge's Bay Park, in the City of Toronto. (Executive Res. #B27/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Maja Prentice Gerri Lynn O'Connor 102 THAT Contract ES02 -07 be awarded to the Toronto Port Authority for emergency maintenance dredging at Coatsworth Cut, Ashbridge's Bay Park, in the City of Toronto, for a total estimated upset cost of $258,000, including all applicable taxes. CARRIED RES. #A81/02 - 2002 BUDGET - OPERATING AND CAPITAL Recommends approval of the 2002 Budget - Operating and Capital (Finance Res. #C9/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Ron Moeser David Barrow THAT, subject to finalization of the participating municipalities' apportioned levy amounts, the 2002 Operating and Capital Budget, and all projects therein, be adopted; AND WHEREAS the Conservation Authorities Act provides that an Authority shall have the power to determine the portion of total benefit afforded to all participating municipalities that is afforded to each of them in establishing the annual levy, the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority resolves as follows, subject to such regulations under the Act as may be approved by the Lieutenant- Governor -in- Council: (i) That all participating municipalities be designated as benefiting for all projects included In the 2002 Operating Budget; (ii) That the Authority's share of the cost of the programs included in the 2002 Operating Budget shall be raised from all participating municipalities as part of the General Levy; (iii) ' That the 2002 General Levy be apportioned to the participating municipalities in the proportion that the current value assessment of the whole is under the jurisdiction of the Authority, unless otherwise provided in the levy or a project; (iv) That the appropriate Authority officials be directed to advise the participating municipalities pursuant to the Conservation Authorities Act and the regulations made thereunder; to levy the said municipalities the amount of the General Levy set forth in the 2002 Operating Budget, and to levy the said municipalities the amount of the Capital Levy set forth in the 2002 Capital Budget and in the approved projects of the Authority; THAT staff be authorized to amend the 2002 Operating and Capital Budget to reflect actual 2002 provincial grant allocations in order to determine the amount of matching levy governed by regulation; 103 THAT except where statutory or regulatory requirements provide otherwise, staff be authorized to enter into agreements with private sector or government agencies for the undertaking of projects which are of benefit to the Authority and funded by a sponsor; AND FURTHER THAT, as required by Ontario Regulations 139/96 and 231/97, this recommendation and the accompanying budget document, including the schedule of matching and non - matching levies, be approved by recorded vote. RECORDED VOTE Maria Augimeri Yea Bas Balkissoon Yea David Barrow Yea Ila Bossons Yea Raymond Cho Yea Michael Di Biase Yea Susan DiMarco Yea Rob Ford Yea Suzan Hall Yea Irene Jones Yea Anthony Ketchum Yea Pam McConnell Yea Jim McMaster Yea Peter Milczyn Yea Ron Moeser Yea Dick O'Brien Yea Gerri Lynn O'Connor Yea Linda Pabst Yea Maja Prentice Yea Ian Sinclair Yea Tanny Wells Yea THE MOTION WAS CARRIED Attachments: 1 104 Attachment 1 c. erTHE TOBONIO AND REGION CONSEBVATJON AUIHOBIIY 2002 OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGET IN BUSINESS PLAN FORMAT (Slightly modified from schedules In F &BD agenda) As submitted to the Finance & Business Development Advisory Board. Meeting #2/02, April 5, 2002. 105 OPERATING BUSINESS COMPONENTS i ACTIVITIES WATERSHED HEALTH WATERSH O ANN NG 1) Watershed Strategies 2) Resource Monitoring 3) Education a) Conlerva0on Field Centres b) (Connate Centre 4) Fbod Wang LAND USE PLANNING SERVICES 5) Advdory I Technical Clearance 6) PerrnitbrglComp6ance Monitoring REGENERATION 6) Pmkd Design 8 brplener6albn MANAGEMENT OF PUBLIC.ASBETS 7) Land Management a) Property Services It) CA Land Management 8) Water Management Structures 9) BCPV Infastruct re 10) Business Oevebpmem WATERSHED EXPERIENCE 11) Reaealbn Programs 12) BCPV Programs 6) Marketing B Development Maldives 13) Vehicle & Equipment (Net) 141 CORPORATE SFRV7CFS a) Management SeMces b) Corporate Secretarial c) Oevebpmen1 Olece d) Conumadtatbns e) Human Resources l Safety 1) Office Services 0) Information on Tednobgy 0) Faunal Services Project 0verhead recoveries Corporate SeMces % 01 Total Budget OPERATING TOTAL MNR Transfer Payment Munidpal Levy Operating Deech 4 (Surplus) TORONTO AND REGION CONS67VATTON AUTHORITY 2002 OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGET IN BUSINESS PLAN FORMAT 2002 Budget Gross Program Canaan Special Other Net /aryl Eeperdituras Revenue Foundation Mureldpd Sources Grant s s $ 8 s Page 1 012 1,741,600 611.200 744,300 85300 691,500 50.000 10,000 634,500 1,881,300 1.183,700 57,000 256.600 354,000 1,510,300 971,100 21,500 517,700 148.300 1.500 144,500 6,154,200 2,136,300 1,039,700 1.010,900 1,967,300 Restated' 2601 Budget Growl Program Consery Special OtMr NM: Laved Fspenditun Revenue Foundation Municipal Sources Grant s $ 5 $ s $ 1,518200 595 000 O4,800 524,250 302,500 939,700 75000 864,700 2,043,600 1,210,900 48,000 493,500 291.200 1,485,800 882,000 29,500 5,000 552,100 150,400 1,500 145,000 8,115,500 2,094,400 672,500 94 ,500 1,097,700 2,159,400 2001 Actual Gross Program Consery Mar 14.1. Levy/ Eapnd Revenue Foundation Sarcas Grant 714,400 325,000 920,600 261,500 1334,900 566,500 (0) 309,400 659,000 (0) 1.041.400 992,200 325.000 1,184,100 261,500 2,176,300 589,500 293,800 (0) 374200 293,000 (0) 029,600 588.000 (0) 1,003,800 1,511,300 668,600 100.000 400,000 342,700 1,511,300 660,600 100,000 400,000 342,700 1,675,400 651,500 429,000 1.675.400 551,500 429.000 400,000 294,100 400,000 294,100 1,149,700 2,000 553,000 101,400 568.000 1260,200 1,965.600 3312,300 1,987,600 15.000 1,132,700 6,000 578,000 101,400 516.000 (705,400 25000 1374,700 902,800 2,000 583,100 5,000 100,700 875.000 1259,800 1,888,800 3.728.400 1393,800 20,000 560,800 550,100 100,700 675,090 (800,000 20,000 1,814,800 2394300 2,619,600 16300 (0) 86.400 3,900000 2322,400 1.500 255,000 821,100 6394,600 5342,000 16,300 255,000 176.500 2.673,600 2,601,600 21,600 3,734 800 2,848,500 4.300 (0) 50800 231,000 652,550 1,401,400 5.444100 25,900 (17,600) 627,700 280,900 620,000 _ 811,400 271,700 667.400 201,300 551,300 250,000 (300.000) 020,000 • 3,519,700 250,000 820,000 150% 50,000 677,700 210,800 10.000 596,400 271.700 20,000 647,400 201,300 301,300 (300,000 15000 2,564,700 231,000 703,400 D 0 (17,600) 0 431,200 200,900 376,600 409,100 248,900 596,700 330,000 581,700 250,000 378,600 11,000 420,200 205.900 15,000 394,100 30,003 210900 34,500 582200 65,000 245,000 70000 263700 $ s $ s 1,514,142 54449 614213 623,428 290052 1,090,709 130,405 72 011 090 393 2,082,405 1,305 072 81 859 358,972 250 ,502 1,531,449 974205 22 518 (0) 534 725 242.098 242 0oe 8,539,801 2,544,134 718 ,588 1,055 312 2,221,768 761 848 161,600 169,674 430,372 050,764 225,143 169 674 555,960 1,712,430 388,743 339,347 068240 1,415,647 703,460 247,796 222,815 241,775 1,415,647 703 460 20,796 222,815 241,775 782.145 109,462 0 672,683 639,311 500 13 642 525,176 104238 2,000 102,238 826.757 (0) e2e 787 758,168 1,411,443 17,074 150,000 (597,349 3,042,654 1,530,465 17,074 (36,351) 1331,533 2,601,543 2 870149 19,228 18 650 1106 413 3,606,154 2,643,952 24,972 201,726 735,504 o (o 6,207,897 5,314,101 44200 220378 625.021 25,548 • 0 0 28'348 0 452,679 15,354 8 602 428 723 227,647 217,647 347,135 347,135 362,166 15,230 (0) 346936 2315,608 3520 203,361 659,129 18,521 640 608 262 054 25,000 2157,054 647,418 36,67 343779 3,177,100 250,000 379.600 81% 245300 2305,000 23,397200 11,071,000 1,771,000 1,770,900 0,771,300 645,000 7331,500 23288,500 10,824,300 1,504,000 680,500 1,9713,600 3226,833 381,989 347.135 33.802 2,458,108 97% 176% 8260,3 22,173,611 10,568,632 1,374,793 1,063,441 8,068344 545 640,151 7,434,800 7,433,873 0 (210,882 CAPITAL 8 OTHER PROJECTS 1 04 3. & ACTIVITIES WAT B8H n a •••••• 1) Watershed Strategies ( Waterfront) 2) Resource Montoring (Waterfront) R N RATrn • 8) Regeneration Capital Projects Waterfront Regeneraion Pon Union Waterfront Improvement Humber Bay Shores ( Motel Strip) Valley & Shoreline Regan flood Control Toronto Islands Brickworks Arsenal Lands Renedlation Nursery 1eyrrs50n RehabPtad,n Toronto RAP Peel RAP York RAP Durham Water Management Watershed Mondoring Groundwater Studies Terrestrial Natural Homage Water Budgets Education & Stewardship Peel Subwatersled PluWng F4odplaln mapping 7) Land Acqulaaions & Disposals WATERSHED FkpFRIFNCF Public Use Infrasbucnae Pm)em !Connect Wog Machine Campground expansions BCPV Retrofit 8 Development project ODQPAR T e o a. Information technology AdmWstratrve 0e1ce CAPITAL TOTAL MNR Transfer Payment Mwldpai Levy Capita) Deficit f (Surplus) 58,300 135.000 2002 OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGET fN BUSINESS MAN FORMAT 2002 Budget vet . Foundation Municipal 'et ipal Somas un s $ $ Grant $ 11 85.208 135,000 2,307,480 100,000 25,000 330,300 414,000 1,764450 1,920,000 330,300 1,6110,000 980.088 980.000 1,000,000 27,508 1,161 ,100 1,000.000 200,000 1,684,600 '591,000 532,300 250,000 654,000 669,700 301,560 1411,000 55,000 370,000 415,000 160,000 200000 821,100 1,063,200 191,000 400,000 562,300 249,000 250,000 25,000 629,000 531,200 434600 29700 182,800 148,000 65,000 270,000 391,200 33.800 14,208,540 100.000 218,800 4.793,000 9.096,060 4,000,000 100,000 3 ,375.000 525,000 255,000 300,000 955.000 275,000 500,000 255,000 100,000 (100,000 205.000 935,000 275,000 500,000 20,716,960 100,000 314800 e ,1411,000 12,030,150 • Regional Moflawing Groundwater Stalks, Tenesufal Natural heritage Projects roved from operatfr to capital 8 projects 12,230,160 (250000 ReahLd' 2001 Budget a .7 r ' 2001 Actual E +P�ltraas Rowan Foundation 11frrnlrJpal Source Gross Program Consery Other Nat Land 11 9 0 = 3 Grant end Revenue Foundation Somcas Grant 105,400 130,000 1,570,530 100,000 25,000 750,000 1,920 000 1,571.400 1,000,000 105,400 112,813 6 000 130,000 132,758 106 813 132 788 601,100 1,764 ,430 2,093,857 482,114 750,000 424,250 73,325 221.482 1,311935 1,920,060 188,652 424,250 15.400 1.536.600 1,029.751 8623 14,428 94,426 1,000,000 0443 54152 5.443 1011,257 44,911 12,365 32,548 176 690 178,890 10 1,327,000 609,000 257,500 1069,500 1,008,176 79,180 42,009 109 5211 855,671 500,000 30•� 300,000 393 491 45,095 2,200 121 ,2110 224 076 200,000 525,196 0 965 355 350,143 154534 455,000 400,000 53,600 0000 300000 53,958 31 773 1,200 20,985 315,000 180,000 125,000 30,000 262,399 11 ,472 s 000 145,152 112,145 0 16,083 5,703 10,379 0 11,317,830 100,000 185,000 825,000 4,568,000 5,819,830 11,365,438 003,105 295 714 1 084,173 4 102.361 3,000 000 3 300,000 4304000 2,e6e,577 2 809,456 (30 979 200,000 1,000 000 337.000 100,000 9,000 191,000 2201153 65 736 4,750 (100,000 (45 507) 196,154 1.000.000 1,158483 7,303 337,000 215,591 18,090,330 - 100,000 - 285,000 625,000 7,597.000 0,903,330 11,072,841 955,023 300,583 3 937,942 5,872,606 1,149180 215 591 7,433,330 (650.000 0079,991 (7.989 TORONTO AND'REGION CONSERVAT ION AUTHORITY APPORTIONMENT OF 2002 BUDGET LEVIES GENERAL PROGRAMS & CAPITAL PROJECTS SUMMARY ADJALA- TOSORONTI DURHAM TORONTO MONO PEEL YORK LEVIES ON HAND < - - - - - -- 2002 GENERAL LEVY LEVY EXCLU DING TAX TAXADJ . ADJ UST. $ $ 590 232284 13,589 5,407,726 640 835,737 89,6 - 2002 CAPITAL PROJECTS Page 4 1 $ 12'09,855 40,811117 1- 7,787,432 144,068 • 11 528,919 5,715A00 9 1 ,879L000 957,810 9,80 749 3,149,411 0 12230,160 Page 3 2001 OPERATING Operating LEVY IN CL Change TAXADJ UST. 02A31 $ $ x 438 152 34.7Z 308279 (61.806) -2Q 4,354,938 1,052388 24.2Z 616 24 an 1.284,304 (358,979) -27.9Z 1.486145 (135,479) -9.194 7,434.800 496,700 6.72 PROJECT & MUNICIPALITY GREENSPACE LAND ACQ. WAT ERFRONT REGENERATION PROJ. PORT UNION WTRFR. ETOB. MOT EL STRIP VALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION REMEDIALACTION PLANS OTHER WATER PROJECTS* FLOODPLAIN MAPPING i3RBRI WA NT ©RING STRATEGIES T ERR ESTRIAL NATURAL HERITAGE PUBLIC USE INFRASTRUCTURE OTHER PUBLIC USE RETRO, INFO. TECHNOLOGY ACQ. MAJOR FACILITIES RETROFIT BCPV DEVELOPMENT & RETROFIT 2001 COMPARATIVES Page 4 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY APPORTIONMENT OF 2002 BUDGET CAPITAL AND PROJECT LEVIES ADJALA- TO60- RONTIO DURHAM TORONTO MONO 5 5 5 s 500,orn 83,660 1,584,003 PEEL $ TOTAL I LEVIES TOTAL LEVY I ON LEVY OTHER TOTAL YORK INVOICED' HAND BUDGET FUNDING COST $ 5 25,003 525,0801 1009110 625,000 2,100 gin 2,725,000 1,667,580 I 324200 330,300 1 960,000 1.132,003 1,132,0001 529,300 950,003 403,000 200,003 1,550,000 162,300 250,000 533,000 50,003 833,000 65,000 135,000 181 ,203 381,200 50,000 203,000 200,003 450,000 379,000 50,000 50,000 5(L009 150,000 288 ,500 25,000 75,000 70,003 170,000 12,800 11 5,359 160003 9 50,000 31,610 238,989 18,011 303,000 300,000 150,000 60,000 75,000 278,000 294,003 86,000 75.003 455,000 451300 855,003 955,000' 1,991,760 914,030 2,908,780 330,300 330,300 980,000 960,030 1,920,000 1,661,300 27,530 18,800 1,712,300 1,595,600 3,307,900 833,000 833,000 381,200 83,830 465,000 829,000 25030 854,000 438,500 531,230 969,700 182,800 199,700 382,500 268,000 300,000 276,000 500,000 955,000 266,000 300,000 275,000 500.000 955,000 11 528. 9 5715003 9 1 :79 .00 957.10 9 080 749 3149411 12 230 160 6 36 ; ' 18 • • 6 960 11 352,489 4,975000 9 745.300 533.161 6,605,970, L946560 8.552,830 7.937.030 16.489530 *Water Budgets, Education& Stewardship, Durham Water Management Pepe 5 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY APPORTIONMENT OF 202 LEVIES MA1 CHI NW AND NON=MATCH No- FORMAT -- UPER AtTINO LEVY -- - -�-- -- CAPITAL LEVY ------ TOTAL MATCHING* NON - MATCHING TOTAL MATCHING* NON.MATCHING LEVY ADDJALA- IC&ORONTIO 64 N DURHAM 25294 CD T'ORONTO 597,337 MONO 70 90,770 142 $5 REEL YORK 526 590 221,179 245,473 4,820,389 5A07,726 570 534,635 t,206,401- • 640 925405 1,3 50 +00 11 528,919 5,7 15,000 9 1,879,000 957,$10 501 775,392 11 22,728 649 2,504A05 2,305,476 90 74 17 *'L .49 '°E5ased +I pmfi rtinaiy esIntiate ofprwrnrlcti61 furidi MUNCIPAL'ITY THE TORONTO A ND RE,3 ON CONSERVATION AUTHORITY BASIS OFAPPORTIONMENT- 1MUNICIPAL LEVY -2002 BA S ED.ON 2 001 MODIR ED CURB ENT VALUE A S S Es 811 ENT F !OUR ES "' CURRENT.- VALUE , ASSESSMENT. %OF CURRENT' MUNICIPALITY VALUE IN'A LIT HDRITY- ASSES314ENT I N- duATERS BED Tow neirlp ofACpIa -To eoronlo Curium, Re glans! 'Muni clpIU# of at 'of Toronti ' , MOn0 -To9 n Url p, . Pa a P. :Re glans I- Munk Ipat It•.,ot Yorlt, Ra glom! 'Muni clpaIIt of :(0001) 771,612' 14604453 283,013.141 - 669,971' 104,000,465 75,434225' 478,500,166 ANALYSIS OF RB3IONAL.MUNCIPA LIT IES • Darns t- Re glona I %Muni elpi lit of" Aj3 e, TOVn 01 Picha-ring, Town of Ueorldgs Tow n.IUp _Peat, Regional SUnIe !pi IIt; of Brampton, a M1e4'erauga, tat of CsI•don, Town of ',York -Rs ona I Bun! clWit- of Aurora. Towq of MarNluim; Tovn of RIcnldond Hp, Town of Vs ugh' n,Townof - -0:lUtehurcn- StOUttvllle, Town of King Totyn IU p 5.444338 7,SB`2;073 1,574042 14606,453 27594004 71,224383 5,174078 104.000.465 4,229,775 25.078223' 14662043 2!4694,173- 2,537,424 &242588. 75.434225. 4 100 5 .86 95 19 TOTAL POPULATION 'Page C POP ULAT87N- IN aUTlidiftrrst 34865. 12187988' 283,013,441 33,499 43734292 64551,266• 9,750 393 165,187 138,170, 2,162,147 2,162147 4,750' 488 ;874,139, 382,357 , 519,332 461,871- 407,555,350 3.744305 3.145,423 4,685,571 7,20$ %9 299,448 66,958 81,477 16,752 57584 77,403 3,183 12,187988 .165,187 138,170 63 ' 17384742 .33 23,50`706_ ;55 2,844643 4 113 49 110 43 45 28x,101 54,218 4,820 176,464 18■842 .24,651' 43,734292 874.139 382.367 169.191 2507,223' 14515.422 24694173' 1,091,092 1,009165 ' 36 83: 182,1 -0' 110 150 1525 -9 24112 17948 1,459 182,110 109,058 152,519 8,648 8,077 64551,266 519,332 461.871 a M pw tleei by N,n■j+rl of H»n,c,Pal 4-W cart and arna,5 20 HEIPALIPY Page 7 S HE S GROW O AID BEODH COOISEB VB IDI AOSHKOBUY 2002 LEVY,APPOET DHMENS MODIFIED GENERAL' CO =B ENS VAMP LE17Y AS�ESSMEW PROPORTIONATE DI = ATEBSHED FALTOR ^Melt's) AWALd- SOSOBOMPD •.30,865 O.00757X DURHAM Ajaa 4.165,571 Picsering 7,202,%.4 Uxbridge 299.448 12,187,988 2.99061% car OFT mow O 283,013.441 69.44172% 1310 33,489 OAO822X PEEL prarepbn 17,38Q742 Mississauga 23,104:706 Caleden 2,846,843 YORK Aurora 65118 Xait1iam 25.17=223 RicNmand 14,51 x,422 Vaughan 26,-*, 73 Whicelwrch - Slouluille 1,011• 1:1119 ' ' 1.009, 65 43,738292 10 73187X 68,551;266 16.82011X 407555,350 100.00000% RES. #A82 /02 - Moved by: Seconded by: 2001 AUTHORITY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS The 2001 financial statements are presented for the Board's approval and recommendation to the Authority. (Finance Res. #C 10/02) Ila Bossons Anthony Ketchum THAT the transfer of funds into and from reserves during 2001, as outlined in Schedule 8, Continuity of Reserves, of the financial statements, be approved; AND FURTHER THAT the 2001 audited financial statements, as presented, be approved, signed by the Chair and Secretary- Treasurer of the Authority, and distributed to each member municipality and the Minister of Natural Resources, in accordance with Section 38 (3) of the Conservation Authorities Act. RES. #A83 /02 - Moved by: Seconded by: CARRIED CAMPGROUND PROPOSAL Staff report on the Campground Proposal and financing received from Region of Peel for campground upgrades. (Public Use Res. #E3/02) Susan DiMarco Maja Prentice THAT the Authority express its thanks to the Region of Peel for this essential funding of capital improvements which will contribute greatly to an even better bottom Ilne on the Areas operating budget. RES. #A84 /02 - Moved by: Seconded by: CARRIED TELE - MOBILE COMPANY (TELUS MOBILITY) PROPOSAL - BOYD CONSERVATION AREA CFN 33011. Proposal to lease approximately 0.01 hectares (0.02 acres) of land at the Boyd Conservation Area for a 5 year period with an option for 3 additional 5 year periods subject to concurrence by TRCA to , construct and operate a cell phone antenna and associated equipment. (Public Use Res. #E4/02) Susan DiMarco Maja Prentice THAT WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) has been requested by Tele - Mobile Company (Telus Mobility) to enter into a lease arrangement for lands situated within the Boyd Conservation Area; 113 AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of TRCA that it is in the best interests of TRCA in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to cooperate with Telus Mobility in this instance; THAT TRCA enter into a lease of approximately 0.01 hectares, more or less, (0.02 acres) with Telus Mobility for the construction and operation of a cell phone antenna and associated equipment, said land being Part of Lot 12, Concession 7, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York; THAT the lease with Telus Mobility be premised on the following: (i) the initial term of the lease will be for five years, with three renewal options for successive five year periods subject to the concurrence of TRCA to the renewals; (ii) the lease rate is to be negotiated; (iii) Telus Mobility is to be responsible for all approvals required for construction of a cell phone antenna and associated equipment; (iv) Telus Mobility shall be solely responsible for all costs associated with the construction of a cell phone antenna and associated equipment; (v) any other terms and conditions deemed appropriate by the Authority's solicitor. THAT an archaeological review is to be completed at the expense of Telus Mobility with any mitigative measures being carried out to the satisfaction of the Authority; THAT the lease be subject to the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources in accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27 as amended; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of, necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. CARRIED RES. #A85/02 - CLAIREVILLE CONSERVATION AREA STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE Progress report on the work of the Claireville Conservation Area Stewardship Committee. (Public Use Res. #E5/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Susan DiMarco Maja Prentice 114 THAT the Claireville Conservation Area Stewardship Committee, with the assistance of TRCA staff, be authorized to submit funding proposals to the Trillium Foundation, and other funding agencies, to implement the Claireville Natural Area Enhancement Plan, dated June 2000; AND FURTHER THAT a letter be sent to the Chair of the Claireville Conservation Area Stewardship Committee thanking them for their dedication and continued support to protect and regenerate the Claireville Conservation Area. RES. #A86 /02 - Moved by: Seconded by: CARRIED BOYD NORTH AND GLASSCO PARK STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE Progress report on the work of the Boyd North and Glassco Park Stewardship Committee (Public Use Res. #E6/02) Susan DiMarco Maja Prentice THAT the Boyd North and Glassco Park Stewardship Committee, with the assistance of TRCA staff, be authorized to pursue funding and other resources for the implementation of various projects that complement the Boyd North Management Plan; THAT a letter be sent to the Chair of the Boyd North and Glassco Park Stewardship Committee thanking them for their dedication and continued support to protect and regenerate the Boyd North area. AND FURTHER THAT a copy of this report and a letter of thanks be sent to The City of Vaughan for the generous support provided to this Important work. RES. #A87 /02 - Moved by: Seconded by: THAT staff be Sailing Club; CARRIED TOMMY THOMPSON PARK Lease Agreement with Aquatic Park Sailing Club. As part of the ongoing Management Program at Tommy Thompson Park, staff has outlined the proposed 2002 -2004 lease with the Aquatic Park Sailing Club. (Public Use Res. #E7/02) Susan DiMarco Maja Prentice directed to execute the 2002 -2004 licence agreement with the Aquatic Park 115 AND FURTHER THAT staff be authorized to take whatever action is required in connection with the Aquatic Park Sailing Club lease agreement at Tommy Thompson Park, including the execution of appropriate documents. CARRIED RES. #A88 /02 - Moved by: Seconded by: PEEL CHILDREN'S WATER FESTIVAL AT HEART LAKE CONSERVATION AREA Update on TRCA Involvement and Activities (Public Use Res. #E8/02) Susan DiMarco Maja Prentice THAT Region of Peel TRCA Board Members and TRCA senior staff be invited to attend the Festival on Monday, June 3, 2002 for the official opening of the Festival by the Regional Chair and local celebrities; AND FURTHER THAT the Chair, CAO, Director of Watershed Management, Etobicoke & Mimico Creeks Watershed Specialist, and all members of the Etobicoke & Mimico Creek Watersheds Task Force also be invited to attend the Festival on Saturday, June 8, 2002, the Public Day and official launch of the Etobicoke & Mimico Creeks Coalition. CARRIED RES. #A89 /02 - PRESENTATIONS (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D22/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Ian Sinclair Michael Di Biase THAT above -noted presentation (a) be heard and received; AND FURTHER THAT the presentation be shared with the City of Toronto's Waterfront Reference Group and the Ashbridges Bay Sailing Club. CARRIED RES. #A90 /02 - PRESENTATIONS (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D23/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Ian Sinclair Michael Di Biase THAT above -noted presentation (b) be heard and received; 116 THAT Mr. Allan Sparrow be requested to make the same presentation at Authority Meeting #4/02, to be held on April 26, 2002; THAT the Board extend its appreciation to Mr. Allan Sparrow, Outreach Coordinator, Community AIR (Airport Impact Review) for the excellent presentation on the Toronto City Centre Airport General Aviation and Airport Feasiblity Study - Toronto Port Authority January 2002; AND FURTHER THAT the Authority staff work with the City of Toronto staff with regards to future opportunities to enhance the ecological functions and shoreline of the airport lands, and report back at a future meeting. CARRIED RES. #A91 /02 - TERRESTRIAL NATURAL HERITAGE PROGRAM State of the Terrestrial Ecosystem report. Format and results of the State of the Terrestrial Ecosystem report. (Watershed Res. #D25/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Ian Sinclair Michael Di Biase THAT the State of the Terrestrial Ecosystem draft report be received; THAT staff use the report findings to assist In the development of the Terrestrial Natural Heritage Strategy; AND FURTHER THAT the report be provided to various provincial, municipal, and public stakeholders. AMENDMENT RES. #A92 /02 Moved by: Seconded by: Ron Moeser Tanny Wells THAT the first paragraph of the main motion be replaced with the following: THAT the State of the Terrestrial Ecosystem draft report be endorsed, and the final plan be brought to the Authority in the fall of 2002. THE AMENDMENT WAS CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED 117 RES. #A93 /02 - THE YORK REGION NATURAL HERITAGE MANAGEMENT PROJECT 2002 - 2006 Endorsement of the York Region Natural Heritage Management Project 2002 - 2006. (Watershed Res. #D26/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Ian Sinclair Michael Di Biase THAT the 2002 York Region Natural Heritage Management Project be approved; THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the signing of a contribution agreement and other documents as may be necessary to give effect thereto; THAT a letter be sent to York Region expressing the Authority's gratitude for their continuing support and generous financial contribution to further the watershed management work of TRCA; AND FURTHER THAT staff provide regular progress reports to York Region on accomplishments, partnerships and future joint projects. CARRIED RES. #A94 /02 - THE CITY OF TORONTO VALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION PROJECT - FISHLEIGH DRIVE EROSION CONTROL PROJECT To implement shoreline improvements for the Fishleigh Drive sector of the Scarborough Bluffs, City of Toronto. (Watershed Res. #D27/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Ian Sinclair Michael Di Biase THAT staff be directed to proceed with the 2002 construction program for the Fishleigh Drive shoreline improvement project, City of Toronto, under "The City of Toronto Valley Shoreline Regeneration Project 2002 -2006 at a total cost of $200,000. CARRIED RES. #A95 /02 - PROTECTION AND MANAGEMENT OF SMALL STREAMS AND INTERMITTENT WATERCOURSES Initiative by the Town of Markham to undertake a Policy update and develop implementing guidelines for the protection and management of small streams and intermittent watercourses. (Watershed Res. #D28/02) 118 Moved by: Seconded by: Ian Sinclair Michael Di Biase THAT the report on the Town of Markham's initiative to undertake a policy update and develop implementing guidelines for the protection and management of small streams and intermittent watercourses be received; THAT staff be directed to continue to work with the Town and their consultants to complete the work plan; AND FURTHER THAT staff report back upon the results of the work and opportunities for application throughout the Authority's watersheds. CARRIED RES. #A96 /02 - KEATING CHANNEL DREDGING - DISPOSAL CELL ONE CAPPING AND WETLAND CREATION PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION AT TOMMY THOMPSON PARK The Authority in partnership with the Toronto Port Authority is poised to start the construction of the wetland creation and capping project at Disposal Cell One, Tommy Thompson Park. (Watershed Res. #D29/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Ian Sinclair Michael Di Biase THAT staff be directed to implement the capping and wetland creation project at Disposal Cell One, Tommy Thompson Park in partnership with the Toronto Port Authority upon receipt of final authorization from the Department of Fisheries and Oceans; AND FURTHER THAT the Toronto Port Authority be so advised. CARRIED RES. #A97 /02 - TOMMY THOMPSON PARK MASTER PLAN DESIGN PROJECT - UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH, LANDSCAPE RESEARCH GROUP DESIGN PROJECT Report on the completion of the Tommy Thompson Park Master Plan Design Project with the University of Guelph, Landscape Research Group. (Watershed Res. #D30/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Ian Sinclair Michael Di Biase 119 THAT the final report (April 2002), its key findings and directions on the Tommy Thompson Park Master Plan Design Project as prepared by the University of Guelph - Landscape Research Group be endorsed; THAT staff be directed to take the appropriate steps to pursue incorporating the baselands (currently zoned GR) into the overall Tommy Thompson Park Master Plan, as part of Lake Ontario Park which is a key greenspace component in the City of Toronto's Central Waterfront Part 11 Plan, "Making Waves ", ensuring compliance with: the Environmental Assessment Act; previous environmental approvals; previous TRCA resolutions on "Making Waves"; current City waterfront planning initiatives; while exploring a cooperative partnership with current and adjacent landowners; THAT this report be utilized as a foundation for discussions with City staff, agencies and interest groups to develop and implement the various Park Master Plan components; THAT staff be directed to establish a Tommy Thompson Park Advisory Committee with broad representation of park users, interests groups, and the City of Toronto to assist Toronto and Region Conservation staff with the development and implementation of various Park Master Plan components; THAT the University of Guelph, Landscape Research Group within the School of Landscape Architecture be acknowledged for their hard work, and dedication to this project; AND FURTHER THAT Policy and Development staff and Parks and Recreation staff from the City of Toronto's Economic Development, Culture and Tourism Department, and the City's Waterfront Secretariat be so advised. CARRIED RES. #A98/02 - HUMBER WATERSHED STREAM WATCH PROGRAM Planning and implementation of the new "Humber Watershed Stream Watch Program ". (Watershed Res. #D31 /02) Moved by: Seconded by: Ian Sinclair Michael Di Biase THAT staff be directed to plan and implement the Humber Watershed Stream Watch Program with assistance from the Humber Watershed Alliance members and other project partners. CARRIED 120 RES. #A99 /02 - PEEL WATER MANAGEMENT PROJECT 2002 -2006 Enforcement of Peel Water Management Project 2002 - 2006. (Watershed Res. #D32/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Ian Sinclair Michael Di Biase THAT an endorsement of the Peel Water Management Project be made; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the signing of a contribution agreement and other documents as may be necessary to give effect thereto. CARRIED RES. #A100 /02 - Moved by: Seconded by: TORONTO AND REGION REMEDIAL ACTION PLAN The TRCA has been requested to enter into an agreement with Environment Canada and the Ontario Ministry of the Environment as the implementor of the Toronto and Region Remedial Action Plan. The Waterfront Regeneration Trust, former co- implementor with the TRCA, has advised that it will not carry that role forward into 2002/2003. (Watershed Res. #D33/02) Ian Sinclair Michael Di Biase THAT staff be directed to develop, in conjunction with Environment Canada and the Ontario Ministry of the Environment, a multi -year agreement for the implementation of the Toronto and Region Remedial Action Plan with the TRCA; THAT senior staff be authorized to execute the agreement; AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Authority on the agreement and the annual work plan when it is available. CARRIED RES. #A101 /02 - ESTABLISHMENT OF AN INTER - REGIONAL WORKING GROUP ON STORMWATER MANAGEMENT Assist the Authority's member municipalities and adjacent Conservation Authorities through the co- ordination of a inter - regional working group on stormwater management. (Watershed Res. #D34/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Ian Sinclair Michael Di Biase 121 THAT staff be directed to develop a terms of reference for an Inter - regional Working Group on Stormwater Management to establish common vision and goals, promote the sharing of technical information and management approaches, and foster the implementation of the Toronto and Region Remedial Action Plan; THAT staff consult with adjacent Conservation Authorities to determine their interest in participating and promoting this Working Group to their municipalities; THAT staff seek funding assistance for the co- ordination and management of this working group from the Great Lakes Sustainabllity Fund; AND FURTHER THAT the City of Toronto staff be thanked for their recommendation that the TRCA assist with this co- ordinated effort. CARRIED RES. #A102 /02 - UPDATE - WHITEVALE DAM CONDITIONS AND ONTARIO REALTY CORPORATION ACTIVITY An update regarding the state of the Whitevale Dam and the Ontario Realty Corporation's land transfer of the West Duffins Creek lands to The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is provided for information. (Watershed Res. #D35/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Ian Sinclair Michael Di Biase THAT the staff report on the Whitevale Dam conditions and Ontario Realty Corporation activity be received. CARRIED RES. #A103 /02 - MINISTRY OF NATURAL RESOURCES STREAM GAUGE FUNDING Authority involvement in expansion of Provincial Stream Gauge Network. (Watershed Res. #D36/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Ian Sinclair Michael Di Biase THAT the report dealing with the TRCA's involvement in the Provincial initiative of expanding the Provincial stream flow gauging network be received for information AND FURTHER THAT the staff be directed to proceed with the implementation of the new stations. CARRIED 122 RES. #A104 /02 - DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL Minutes of Meetings #2/02 and #3/02. The minutes of meetings #2/01 and #3/02, held on February 21, 2002, and March 21, 2002, respectively, of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council is provided for information. (Watershed Res. #D37/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Ian Sinclair Michael Di Biase THAT the minutes of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, meetings #2/02 and #3/02, held on February 21, 2002, and March 21, 2002, respectively, be received. CARRIED RES.#A105/02 - DUFFINS AND CARRUTHERS CREEK WATERSHED TASK FORCES Minutes of Meetings #3/01, #1/02, and #2/02. The minutes of Duffins and Carruthers Creek Watershed Task Forces meetings #3/01, #1/02, and #2/02, held on November 21, 2001, January 9, 2002, and February 27, 2002, respectively, are provided for information. (Watershed Res. #D38 /02) Moved by: Seconded by: Ian Sinclair Michael Di Biase THAT the minutes of the Duffins and Carruthers Watershed Task Forces meetings #3/01, #1/02, and #2/02, as appended, be received. CARRIED RES. #A106 /02 - CONTROL OF THE USE OF GROUNDWATER IN PEEL: TOWARDS A PROVINCIAL WATER MANAGEMENT STRATEGY /POLICY Support for the development of a Provincial Water Management Strategy and Provincial Water Policy for the protection of surface and groundwater sources. (Watershed Res. #D39/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Ian Sinclair Michael Di Biase THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority reiterate its support for the development of a Provincial Water Management Strategy and Provincial Water Policy for the protection of surface and groundwater sources and that any such strategy and policy framework must recognize and support the watershed as the most appropriate unit for managing water; THAT the administration of the Permit to Take Water system must be improved and 123 decisions must be based on good scientific, watershed based information which addresses the availability of the resource and the implications associated with additional water takings; AND FURTHER THAT the Region of Peel and Credit Valley Conservation be so advised. CARRIED RES. #A107/02 - PORT UNION WATERFRONT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT Highland Creek to Rouge River - City of Toronto. To secure direction to proceed with the pedestrian node component of the Port Union Waterfront Improvement Project and request the City of Toronto to release the conditions requiring matching federal /provincial contributions on the previously approved $1 million under the Port Union Capital Project. (Watershed Res. #D40/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Ian Sinclair Michael Di Biase THAT the implementation of the pedestrian node component of Phase I (Highland Creek to Chesterton Shores) of the Port Union Waterfront Improvement Project be approved subject to obtaining the appropriate capital funding from the City of Toronto; THAT the City of Toronto, on the basis of this report as required by the City Council resolution as part of the 2002 Capital Budget process, be requested to release the previously approved $1 million, without conditions, under the Port Union Capital Project in 2002 to the Authority to implement the Pedestrian Node Component; THAT the Authority continue to pursue the capital funding partnership (1/3 Federal Government, 1/3 Province of Ontario and 1/3 City of Toronto) through the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation and Its partners to implement the total Port Union Waterfront Improvement Project estimated in 1998 dollars at $12 million; THAT the City of Toronto be requested to advise the Federal and Provincial governments through the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation that the City anticipates receiving their respective shares of the total project capital costs (Phase, I - $6 million [$2 million Federal Government and $2 million Province of Ontario] and Phase II - $6 million [ $2 million Federal Government and $2 million Province of Ontario]) in a timely manner to allow for the implementation of the total 3.6 km (Highland Creek to the Rouge River) Port Union Waterfront Improvement Project; AND FURTHER THAT the City of Toronto Waterfront Reference Group be so advised. CARRIED 124 RES. #A108 /02 - PROPOSED BALLYCROY GOLF /HOTEL DEVELOPMENT (Watershed Res. #D41 /02) Moved by: Seconded by: Ian Sinclair Michael Di Biase THAT the TRCA support a motion by Counsel for the Ballycroy Area Rural Conservation Alliance to the OMB Hearing on the matter of OPA #1 of the Township of Adjala - Tosorontio OP, to consolidate the Planning Act Appeals with hearings that may be required for permits and approvals required under the Ontario Water Resources Act for necessary water takings and sewage works and any other hearings that may be required for the proponents undertaking. SECTION II r ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION RES. #A109 /02 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Ron -Moeser Linda Pabst CARRIED THAT Ontario Regulation 158 items 8.6.1 - 8.6.31, with the exception of 8.6.6 = City of Toronto and 8.6.16 - Tony Venturo, contained in Section II of Executive Committee Minutes #3/02, held on April 5, 2002, be received. RES. #A110 /02 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Maria Augimeri Bas Balkissoon CARRIED THAT Ontario Regulation 158 Item 8.6.6 - City of Toronto, contained in Section 1I of Executive Committee Minutes #3/02, held on April 5, 2002, be received. CARRIED RES. #A111 /02 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Tanny Wells Seconded by: Irene Jones 125 THAT Ontario Regulation 158 item 8.6.16 - Tony Venturo, contained in Section II of Executive Committee Minutes #3/02, held on April 5, 2002, be received. RES. #A112 /02 - SECTION I1 - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Raymond Cho Irene Jones CARRIED THAT Section II items 8.7 - 8.11, inclusive, contained in Section II of Executive Committee Minutes #3/02, held on April 5, 2002, be received. CARRIED Section II Items 8.7 - 8.11, inclusive REQUEST FOR DISPOSAL OF AUTHORITY OWNED LANDS (Executive Res. #B31 /02) FLOODPLAIN MAPPING, SCANNING AND VECTORIZATION PROJECT FOR THE HUMBER RIVER WATERSHED IN PEEL AND YORK REGIONS (Executive Res. #B32/02) ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (Executive Res. #B33/02) ENFORCEMENT AND SECURITY (Executive Res. #B34/02) AIR MILES REWARD PROGRAM (Executive Res. #B35/02) SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF ANOTHER BOARD RES. #A113 /02 - SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF ANOTHER BOARD Moved by: Seconded by: Ila Bossons Anthony Ketchum THAT Section IV item 9.3 - 2001 Year End Financial Progress Report, contained in Section IV of Finance and Business Development Advisory Board Minutes #2/02, held on April 5, 2002, be received. CARRIED RES. #A114 /02 - SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF ANOTHER BOARD Moved by: Seconded by: Susan DiMarco Maja Prentice 126 THAT Section IV item 10.7 - Conservation Area 2001 Year End Report, contained in Section IV of Public Use Advisory Board Minutes #2/02, held on April 5, 2002, be received. CARRIED 127 TERMINATION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11:48 a.m., on April 26, 2002. Dick O'Brien Chair /ks J. Craig Mather Secretary- Treasurer c. DirTHE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #5/02 May 24, 2002 The Authority Meeting #5/02, was held in the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village, on Friday, May 24, 2002. The Chair Dick O'Brien, called the meeting to order at 10:19 a.m. PRESENT Bas Balkissoon Member David Barrow Member Lorna Bissell Member Ila Bossons Member Michael Di Biase Member Cliff Gyles Member Irene Jones Member Anthony Ketchum Member Pam McConnell Member Jim McMaster Vice Chair Ron Moeser Member Dick O'Brien Chair Linda Pabst Member Dave Ryan Member Frank Scarpitti Member Ian Sinclair Member Tanny Wells Member REGRETS Maria Augimeri Member Sandra Bussin Member Raymond Cho Member Susan DiMarco Member Rob Ford Member Suzan Hall Member George Mammoliti Member Peter Milczyn Member Gerri Lynn O'Connor Member Bill O'Donnell Member Maja Prentice Member 129 RES. #A115 /02 - MINUTES Moved by: Seconded by: Ron Moeser Pam McConnell THAT the Minutes of Meeting #4/02, held on April 26, 2002, be approved. CARRIED CONFLICT OF INTEREST Tanny Wells declared a conflict of interest with respect to the New Business item on Ballycroy Golf /Hotel Proposal as her stepson is the solicitor for the Ballycroy Area Rural Conservation Alliance. PRESENTATIONS (a) A presentation by John Hirsch, Co- Chair, Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds Task Force on item 7.4 - Greening our Watersheds: Revitalization Strategies for Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds, including the Etobicoke - Mimico Report Card. RES. #A116 /02 - PRESENTATIONS Moved by: Seconded by: Ron Moeser Tanny Wells THAT above -noted presentation (a) be heard and received. CARRIED SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION RES. #A117 /02 - STRATEGIC PLANNING CONSULTING SERVICES - HELPING US DELIVER ON OUR LIVING CITY REGION VISION Hiring of a consultant to provide strategic planning and management consulting services. Moved by: Seconded by: Dave Ryan Linda Pabst THAT Dr. Bryan Smith of Broad Reach Innovations Inc. be retained to provide strategic planning and management consulting services to the Authority over the next twelve months at a cost not to exceed $120,000. CARRIED 130 BACKGROUND At Authority Meeting #6/01, held on July 27, 2001, Res. #A126 /01 as follows was adopted: THAT the Vision, Goals and Priorities as contained in the new Authority Business Plan be approved; THAT the ten Service Areas as identified within the Business Plan be recognized as the core businesses of the Authority; THAT the Business Plan be used to develop the 2002 budget and other multi -year budgets as may be required by our member municipalities ; THAT the Authority advise The Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto that it supports the Foundation's Living City corporate fund raising campaign; THAT the Conservation Foundation be provided with a copy of the Authority's Business Plan in order to demonstrate its integration with the Living City Campaign; AND FURTHER THAT the Province of Ontario, our member municipalities and key partners be provided with copies of the Business Plan. The Vision, Mission Statement, Goals and priority actions contained in the Business Plan provide both a compelling vision for the future as well as an articulation of the businesses and products of the Authority. The Authority's Business Plan also fits strategically with the Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto's Living City Region fund raising campaign. This strategic fit is essential if the Foundation is going to continue to be successful in raising funds for the Authority. The Foundation needs to be able to clearly articulate the Vision they share with the Authority and how the various products /services provided by the Authority achieve the Vision. Similarly, the Authority must be able to demonstrate to the Foundation and its-Donors that their money is being used effectively and in support of the shared Vision. While we have made excellent progress in our planning and business plan development, more work is required to take our strategic and business planning and our fund raising to the next level. To do this, senior staff have identified the need to seek outside professional assistance. It has been almost ten years since the Authority last used the services of an outside management consultant. At that time, the Authority was experiencing a major change due to budget cuts and downsizing. Our ability to not only survive but to grow and prosper over the last ten years was aided substantially by the advice, facilitation and coaching provided by the outside professional. 131 The Authority is at a point again in its history where appropriate external advice is required. This time however, our needs are much different. We have a very exciting future ahead of us with many opportunities. We have a new Vision which has caught the imagination of our partners and our donors. To be able to deliver on our vision however, will depend on our ability to think, plan and deliver strategically, to manage the change process, to engage and energize staff and to find new partners and donors. In 2001, Mr. Nicholas Sonntag , the president of CH2M Hill, a large international consulting engineering firm, agreed to chair the Foundation's Living City Region Campaign Cabinet. Mr. Sonntag was a perfect choice for this position because of his current leadership role in a company committed to the concepts of sustainability and because of his previous experience as the Executive Director of the prestigious Stockholm Environmental Institute. Mr. Sonntag's credentials not only brought credibility to the Living City Region campaign, but he personally believes in the Living City Region Vision and the work of the Authority. In order to help focus the Campaign Cabinets efforts and to help the Foundation do some strategic planning around its campaign, Mr. Sonntag asked Dr. Bryan Smith, President of Broad Reach Innovations Inc., to assist. Dr. Smith is an internationally recognized author and consultant to business and government on leadership, management and organizational design. Even more importantly, Dr. Smith applies these skills within the framework of sustainability. Both the Foundation and the Authority have taken advantage of these skills over the past two months and have found that this unique set of management and environmental skills has proven to be very effective and helpful. Although some of the external management assistance senior staff was seeking could be found in other more traditional consulting firms, the opportunity to engage someone who also understands and believes in the concepts contained within our Living City Region Vision and someone who has assisted many private and government organizations around the world achieve their potential within the context of sustainability, is quite unique. Therefore, to take advantage of this unique opportunity, staff developed Terms of Reference and requested a proposal from Dr. Smith for the provision of professional services to the senior management team, staff and Members of the Authority to achieve the following three objectives: • To develop a framework which articulates the Living City Region Vision and proposes a practical implementation strategy for the next five years. • To increase the Senior Management Team's capacity to create and manage change to attain our Vision. To strengthen the internal leadership of the Authority to realize its Living City Region Vision and the Authority's capability to find and work with external partners and stakeholders. To achieve these objectives, staff outlined a more detailed scope of work which would require Dr. Smith to: 132 1. Provide facilitation, advice, team coaching and recommendations to assist Management Committee in developing a detailed Vision framework to articulate and operationalize the Living City Region Vision. Assist in the identification of Key Programs and Core Businesses and any required corporate or strategic realignments to meet the Vision during the first five year phase of implementation. r 2. Assist Management Committee in the design and execution of a market and stakeholder analysis of key players involved in advancing the sustainability agenda (both present and future) within the GTA and beyond. 3. Assist Management Committee in the development of community and environmental outcomes, indicators and measures for the TRCA Living City Region vision and its programs within a short, medium and long -term framework. (Are things getting better at the regional scale ?) 4. Assist Management Committee in the formulation of TRCA's strategic positioning in the marketplace; with specific reference to TRCA's future roles and programs which will support its Vision over the next 5 years. Strategic positioning will also include specific recommendations to align TRCA's present roles and programs with the Living City Region Vision and with some of the sustainable development directions of the private sector and government. 5. Assist Management Committee (through specific recommendations, process design, facilitation and advice), in its desire to take leadership and ownership of TRCA's 5 year business plan through: a) the design of a process that will build upon the work and accomplishments of the current business plan. b) identification of the specific areas of the business plan that require enhancement in order to be aligned with the Living City Region Vision. c) provide recommendations and advice to facilitate the integration of key imperatives into the 5 year business plan: i operational and corporate alignment with Vision ii revenue development iii performance benchmarks and metrics iv investment v core competency identification and development vi annual business planning cycle, process, accountabilities and governance 6. Develop strategies to involve staff, Authority and Foundation Members at appropriate time(s) throughout the process. Dr. Smith's proposal to help us deliver on the specific tasks noted above, identified a cost of $120,000 and would cover a twelve month period. Due to the nature of this work and the importance to the Authority, staff believe the time frame and cost to be appropriate. 133 Staff are recommending therefore that Dr. Bryan Smith of Broad Reach Innovations Inc. be retained to assist management, staff and Members to build upon our successes to date and take our business planning, implementation and the development of strategic relationships to a new level. Report prepared by: Craig Mather, 416- 667 -6289 For Information contact: Craig Mather, 416- 667 -6289 Date: May 15, 2002 RES. #A118/02 - PROJECT FOR THE ACQUISITION OF NATURAL AREAS WITHIN THE ROUGE RIVER WATERSHED Village Securities Limited and Neamsby Investments Inc., CFN 31326. Purchase of properties owned by Village Securities Limited and Neamsby Investments Inc., located on the east side of Staines Road north of Finch Avenue East, in the City of Toronto (East Community), in the Rouge River Watershed. Moved by: Seconded by: Ila Bossons Frank Scarpitti THAT Resolution #223/01 as amended, adopted by the Authority at Meeting #9/01, held on November 23, 2001, be rescinded and the following be approved: THAT 9.902 hectares (24.468 acres) more or Tess, consisting of two irregular shaped parcels, being Part of Lot 12, Concession 4, City of Toronto, formerly the City of Scarborough, be purchased from Village Securities Limited and Neamsby Investments Inc., on the following basis: 1. Phase I - That 3.04 hectares (7.5 acres) more or less improved land with a barn, being Part of Lot 12, Concession 4, City of Toronto, formerly City of Scarborough be purchased from Village Securities Limited and Neamsby Investments Inc., • The purchase price be $700,000; • The completion date be June 28, 2002; • Acquisition by the Authority is conditional on the approval of the Rouge Park Alliance; • Acquisition by the Authority is conditional on the availability of all necessary funding from the City of Toronto. 134 2. Phase 11- That 6.87 hectares (16.98 acres) more or less, improved with a number of older structures Including a detached dwelling and a detached garage being Part of Lot 12, Concession 4, City of Toronto, formerly City of Scarborough be purchased from Village Securities Limited and Neamsby Investments Inc., • The purchase price be $5,800,000; • The completion date be January 31, 2003; • Acquisition by the Authority is conditional on the completion of the purchase and sale of the Phase I property, on the approval of the Rouge Park Alliance and the availability of all necessary funding; THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be Instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses Incurred incidental to the closing for 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 BACKGROUND The Rouge Park Alliance at Meeting #6/01, held on November 9, 2001, adopted the following resolution: THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority complete the purchase of the Village Securities Limited and Neamsby Investments Inc. properties on the basis outlined in the accompanying report, subject to the availability of suitable funding. AND FURTHER THAT the Rouge Park Alliance request the Authority to deal with this matter at the Authority meeting scheduled for November 23, 2001. Because the Rouge Park Alliance is not a legal entity capable of owning lands, and by mutual agreement among the partners of the Rouge Park Alliance, TRCA is the agency designated to secure and acquire lands for the Rouge Park. The Authority, at Meeting #9/01, held on November 23, 2001, adopted the Resolution #A223/01, as amended by #A224/01, as follows: THAT 9.902 hectares (24.468 acres) more or less, consisting of two irregular shaped parcels, be purchased from Village Securities Limited and Neamsby Investments Inc., said lands being: 135 1. Part of Lot 12, Concession 4, City of Toronto, formerly City of Scarborough containing 13.064 acres and improved with a number of older structures including a detached dwelling, a detached garage, a concrete block building and a bam; 2. Part of Lot 12, Concession 4, City of Toronto, formerly City of Scarborough containing 11.404 acres of vacant land. THAT the purchase price be $6,500,000; THAT acquisition by the Authority is conditional on the availability of all necessary funding; THAT the Authority and Rouge Park Alliance request the City of Toronto, the province and federal government to consider contributing funds for the acquisition of the lands, or provide land for a land exchange; THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the . transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. The acquisition adopted by the Authority at Meeting #9/01 was conditional on funding being available. The Rouge Park Alliance requested the City of Toronto to fund the purchase. At City of Toronto Council April 16, 17 and 18, 2002, the Administration Committee Report Clause No. 20 was referred back to Committee for further consideration, pending further discussions with Village Securities. The Administration Committee Report had recommended that the uncommitted balance of the City's Beare Road Account ($745,900) be allocated to the TRCA for the acquisition of a portion of the Village Securities Property. Village Securities have now agreed to a phased approach to the acquisition of the subject lands. The purchase and sale agreement on hand permits the acquisition of 7.5 acres comprised of 6.25 acres of valley lands that were designated to go the TRCA through the development process and approximately 1 acre of developable land. This 1.25 acre of developable land impacts 8 proposed lots and a road. Phase I acquisition protects all of the significant archeological and cultural site (Archie Little site) found on the property. 136 It is proposed that the City's Beare Road Account to be used acquire this site and the closing is scheduled for June 28, 2002, subject to funding being available. Village Securities has also given the Rouge Park Alliance and TRCA until December, 2002 to find the funds to complete the remainder of the purchase. This is shown as Phase II on the attached plan. An executed agreement is at hand, and time is of the essence. The subject lands are subject to certain existing sub - surface easements and /or right -of -ways and the ownerships include right -of -ways crossing the Ontario Hydro corridor. Resolution #A52/99, Authority Meeting #2/99, February 26,1999, approved the "Project for the Acquisition of Natural Areas within the Rouge River Watershed." The subject lands are located on the east side of Staines Road north of Finch Avenue East and consist of two irregularly shaped parcels extending into the Rouge Valley. The total area of the site is estimated at 24.468 acres. The parcels are separated by an Hydro One right -of -way. The northerly parcel consisting of 13.064 acres includes 11.038 acres of tableland upon which approval has been obtained for 54 single family Tots and 15 street townhouse units by virtue of the Ontario Municipal Board decision /order No. 999 issued June 21, 2001. The southerly parcel consisting of 11.404 acres includes 6.240 acres of tableland upon which approval has been granted under the aforementioned OMB approval for approximately 34 single family lots. To satisfy the deadlines in the agreement it is necessary to deal with this acquisition at Authority meeting scheduled for May 24, 2002. Attached is a plan showing the location of the subject lands. RATIONALE This site is on the list of priorities for acquisition for the Rouge Park. A portion of the subject property falls within the Authority's approved master plan for acquisition. The subject lands are situate in the Morningside Heights Community area and are strategically situate as illustrated on the attached map. The Ontario Hydro lands will form a portion of the east west bike trail and provide opportunities for additional Rouge Park linkages. TAXES AND MAINTENANCE This parcel of land will be turned over to the City of Toronto under the terms of the existing management agreement with the former Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto. Park land within the City of Toronto is exempt from property taxes. FINANCIAL DETAILS TRCA has requested that the City of Toronto provide funds for this acquisition. The City of Toronto Administration Committee has proposed that funds from the City's Beare Road landfill account be used. Funding for phase II acquisition may include a land exchange, a land exchange and cash or all cash. Report prepared by: Ron Dewell, extension 5245 For Information contact: Ron Dewell, extension 5245 Date: May 11, 2002 Attachments: 2 137 Attachment 1 1' I PROJECT FOR THE ACQUISITION OF NATURAL AREAS WITHIN THE ROUGE RIVER WATERSHED ,,��77 f' J, Village Securities Limited and Neamsby Investments Inc. 711 CFN 31326 . r; ' .:�r.��.1 1' ONTARIO REALTY CORPORATION ONTARIO JIYDRO co gAniO aEALTy ORATION SUBJECT TABLE LANDS 138 Attachment 2 1141010/1 kw, TOWN Mask* A1O°" Fia OF L G*AM 11 Fd ' am. PROJECT FOR THE ACQUISITION OF NATURAL AREAS WITHIN THE ROUGE RIVER WATERSHED flJL__; Village Securities Limited and Neamsby Investments Inc. CFN 31326 t -e]1, • IM'L (Sk*J(C7 UWS) w. is /eG k I S 139 RES. #A119/02 - OAK RIDGES MORAINE CONSERVATION PLAN To provide a summary of the finalized Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan. Moved by: Seconded by: Ron Moeser Dave Ryan THAT staff be directed to administer all Ontario Regulation 158 permit applications for lands on the Oak Ridges Moraine in conformity with the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan; AND FURTHER THAT staff continue to work with our partner agencies to Implement the requirements of the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan, such as the undertaking of watershed plans, water budgets, official plan conformity and the review of environmental studies. CARRIED BACKGROUND Staff reported to the Authority at meeting #9/01, November 23, 2001 with a summary of the draft legislation and conservation plan for the Oak Ridges Moraine. While very supportive of the overall direction of the provincial plan and legislation, a number of recommendations for improvement were adopted by the Authority as Resolution #A226/01 and subsequently forwarded to the Province as part of the public consultation process. Since that report the legislation (Bill 122) was passed in the Ontario Legislature and received Royal Assent on December 14, 2001. Only recently, on April 22, 2002 was the finalized Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan (ORMCP) approved and filed as a Minister's regulation O. Reg. 140/02. The following sections summarize the changes made to the draft legislation and ORMCP and how TRCA comments were addressed. SUMMARY OF CHANGES TO THE ACT AND CONSERVATION PLAN In general, the legislation and ORMCP appear to remain true in scope and intent to the original draft documents. A number of minor changes have been made to clarify the intent of the ORMCP /legislation, but result in no (identified to date) substantive changes. The major change has been to the format of the ORMCP. In its translation to the regulation, a legal document, sections of the ORMCP have been reordered and its readability (to people other than lawyers) has become more difficult. The Province is scheduling training sessions for planners to help them implement the ORMCP and the full implications of any changes will only become apparent then. With those caveats in mind, TRCA planning staffs opinion of any changes, or lack thereof, to the ORMCP and legislation is as described below. The ORMCP still provides for four land use designations with approximately 62% of the lands within the ORM identified as Natural Core Area (NCA - 38 %) or Natural Linkage Area (NLA - 24%), with limited new land uses being permitted. A further 30% of ORM lands are similarly still designated through the plan as Countryside Areas, which are largely identified for agricultural, rural, recreational and resource uses. The remaining 8% of the ORM lands are designated as Settlement Areas and are restricted to existing urban or settlement area boundaries. 140 The restriction in the legislation which prohibits the area of the NCA and NLA from being reduced through any future plan review is intact. The requirement that Official Plans and zoning by -laws be amended within either one year or eighteen months and that those amendments "shall conform° to the ORMCP has been clarified but is still maintained. The ORMCP still prohibits new aggregate extraction in NCA, and still permits that this restriction may be revisited during the ten year review of the ORMCP. Similarly, the prohibition on the expansion of Settlement Area boundaries (and then only into Countryside Areas) until the 10 year review of the ORMCP is maintained. The requirements for detailed water management studies (watershed plans, water budgets and conservation plans) and their results to be incorporated into municipal Official Plans have also been maintained in the ORMCP. The requirements for site - specific environmental impact studies have been maintained in the ORMCP with the "minimum area of influence" (where studies are required) still set at 120m. Additionally, the 30m "minimum vegetation protection zone" i.e. a buffer, has been maintained for most features. Lastly, the provision in the ORMCP to provide for the development of a continuous trail to be established along the entire length of the ORM is included. TRCA RECOMMENDED CHANGES INCORPORATED The following changes, as recommended by TRCA, have been acted upon or incorporated into the ORMCP or Act. • the need to hold public hearings on the Act and ORMCP. One evening, December 5, 2001 was provided for public hearings. David Burnett, Senior Planner, made a presentation on behalf of the TRCA and the Conservation Authorities Moraine Coalition to the Standing Committee on General Government. • the Minister's unilateral power to revoke the ORMCP has been maintained but is now subject to public consultation. • proposed amendments to the ORMCP are now subject to a public consultation process. • prior to the expansion of Settlement Area boundaries, watershed plans and water budgets must not only be completed but their recommendations /results incorporated into municipal Official Plans. • new agricultural uses now appear to be captured in the definition of "development" and "site alterations" and so appear to be prohibited in key natural heritage features and hydrologically sensitive features (new uses only). TRCA RECOMMENDED CHANGES NOT INCORPORATED The following changes, as recommended by TRCA, have not been acted upon or incorporated into the ORMCP or Act. • cultural heritage policies have not been included. • aggregate extraction is still permitted in Natural Linkage Areas (NLA). • conditions for aggregate extraction to occur in NLA have not been extended as conditions for extraction in Countryside Areas. • no role for the Federal government in water resources protection has been included. • a Minister's zoning order still need not be in coformity with the ORMCP. • the identification of Conservation Authorities as the specific agency responsible to carry out watershed plans and water budgets. • the requirement for natural heritage studies and strategies has not been specifically included. 141 • the deletion of certain new institutional uses as permitted uses (schools, retirement homes, etc.) from the rural parts Countryside Area. • provincial funding of required watershed plans (although the Province has recently provided significant grants for municipal groundwater protection studies). NEXT STEPS Now that the regulation is in force, the next step is to understand it fully and begin to implement it. Several initiatives to do so are contemplated or are already under way. The Province is holding training sessions on the Act and ORMCP for several topic areas including transition Issues, official plan conformity issues and technical studies guidelines. TRCA and other Conservation Authorities staff, through the Conservation Authorities Moraine Coalition (CAMC) have already been involved in assisting the province with the development of the training sessions and reviewing drafts of forthcoming guidelines. One of the key issues will be to clarify and formalize the role of Conservation Authorities in implementing the ORMCP as they are not specifically mentioned in the ORMCP or Act. Specific issues identified to date and steps taken to address them are as follows. Only applications under the Planning Act and Condominium Act are currently prescribed by the ORM Act to be approved in conformity with the ORMCP. Provincial staff have verified this interpretation and have indicated that other matters (such as the Conservation Authorities Act) could be prescribed by a future regulation. Therefore, at this time, permits issued by the Authority under Ontario Regulation 158- Fill, Construction and Alteration to Waterways, that are not part of a Planning Act application need not conform to the ORMCP. In order to assure the highest level of protection for the ORM, staff recommend that the Authority adopt by resolution direction to staff requiring, on a best efforts basis, that all such permits be decided upon in conformity with the ORMCP . Under the ORMCP upper tier municipalities are charged with the responsibility for undertaking watershed plans and wate- budgets. This is traditionally a role that Conservation Authorities have undertaken on behal- of their municipalities. Additionally, the ORMCP requires of major development certain site - specific studies to characterize and model the local groundwater regime to ensure the protection of water and environmental resources. These and other studies will require a review by technical staff to ensure that the ecological integrity of the ORM is maintained or enhanced. Discussions are ongoing with our municipal partners to understand the requirements for the ORM- required studies, to assess how the studies we have done to date fit these requirements and to determine the most appropriate roles, responsibilities and funding arrangements to implement these requirements. The Conservation Authorities Moraine Coalition has been proactive in this regard by establishing several groundwater studies throughout the ORM. The York, Peel, Durham (YPD) partnership is one example within TRCA's jurisdiction. TRCA staff have also recently met with planning staff at the Region of Peel to review the memorandum of understanding (MOU) for Conservation Authorities' provision of plan review and technical clearance functions. Agreement was reached at our initial meeting that the MOU needed to be updated to reflect the requirements of the ORMCP. Staff anticipate further meetings with Peel, as well as with all our other municipal partners, to clarify these implementation details. For Information contact: David Burnett, extension 5361 Date: May 08, 2002 142 RES. #A120 /02 - GREENING OUR WATERSHEDS: REVITALIZATION STRATEGIES FOR ETOBICOKE AND MIMICO CREEKS, INCLUDING THE ETOBICOKE - MIMICO REPORT CARD Authority endorsement of "Greening Our Watersheds: Revitalization Strategies for Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks, including the Etobicoke - Mimico Report Card" prepared by the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds Task Force, dated May 2002. Moved by: Seconded by: Ron Moeser Tanny Wells THAT the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds Task Force report titled, "Greening Our Watersheds: Revitalization Strategies for Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks, including the Etobicoke - Mimico Report Card" dated May 2002, as appended, be endorsed; THAT the Etobicoke and Mimico Watersheds Task Force members and volunteers be thanked for their significant achievement; THAT the staff be directed to publish the report for broad circulation; THAT the report be circulated to federal departments, provincial ministries, watershed municipalities, non - government organizations (NGO's), businesses and made available to the public; THAT the Authority sign The Etobicoke - Mimico Pledge; THAT the federal departments, provincial ministries and watershed municipalities be requested to consider Innovative, as well as traditional opportunities, for taking actions that will lead to the implementation of Greening Our Watersheds and wide adoption of the Etobicoke - Mimico Pledge; THAT other watershed residents and stewards be asked to endorse the direction of the report and consider opportunities to Implement it, as part of, or in addition to, their existing programs; THAT staff pursue the Implementation of the community action areas and sites in conjunction with the appropriate agencies, interest and community groups that nominated these sites; AND FURTHER THAT staff complete draft Implementation guidelines and reports including the Fisheries Management Plans and the Terrestrial Natural Heritage Strategy. AMENDMENT RES.#A121/02 Moved by: Seconded by: Ron Moeser Tanny Wells 143 THAT the following be inserted after the main motion: THAT the "Greening Our Watersheds: Revitalization Strategies for Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks, including the Etobicoke - Mimico Report Card" report, dated May 2002, be circulated to affected municipalities for their endorsement; AND FURTHER THAT the City of Toronto be requested to consider the principles of the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds as part of their Official Plan, Ravine Bylaw and Wet Weather Flow Master Plan studies. THE AMENDMENT WAS CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED BACKGROUND Terms of Reference In June, 1999, the Authority approved the Membership Selection, Reporting Procedures and Terms of Reference for the Etobicoke - Mimico Creek Watersheds Task Force. The Task Force was given a mandate to: (a) Develop an Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds Strategy to achieve a sustainable, healthy watershed for the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds using an ecosystem based approach. This approach recognizes the interrelationship between natural and cultural heritage, physical, biological and economic processes, and the integration of conservation, restoration and economic activities to ensure the continued health of the watershed. Some of the management issues that the watershed strategy will deal with will include: • actions required to address water, aquatic, and terrestrial habitat, and other watershed based resource and environmental management issues; • actions required to protect, Zink, and regenerate greenspace resources within the watershed; • provision of controlled public access and recreational opportunities that are compatible with environmental management objectives; • provision for integrating the protection of the watershed's heritage resources with the regeneration of the natural resources; • actions required to ensure that the management of environmental issues considers economic factors; • the development of reach plans (as defined in the State of the Watershed Report, December 1998); • establishment of targets and indicators for watershed issues that will be used to measure progress over time (as discussed in the State of the Watershed Report); and • the mechanisms and integration required to protect, regenerate, and sustain a healthy watershed. 144 (b) Assist and encourage individuals, interest groups, communities, schools, business, industry, and government agencies in resource planning, stewardship, and management activities within the watersheds. These activities could include: • pilot or demonstration management projects; • community "Adopt a Stream" initiatives; • water quality public awareness; • revegetation projects; • watershed education including natural and cultural heritage; and • public information including displays, newspaper articles, television and radio coverage and communications to municipal councils. (c) The Task Force membership shall: • consult and involve individuals, interest groups, communities, business, industry, and government agencies in the development of the watershed strategy; • report progress, on a quarterly basis, to the TRCA through the Authority's Watershed Management Advisory Board; • report progress to their respective agency, group or general public, as required, to maintain effective communications between all partners; • participate on technical working groups; • review and comment on draft Task Force documents; • assist with consultant selection; • host local meetings so members become familiar with all geographical areas; • follow the Authority's Policies and Procedures with respect to purchasing, hiring of consultants and all other matters; and • provide a draft strategy document to the Authority by November, 2001. The first meeting of the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds Task Force was held in October, 1999. The work plan followed by the Task Force and the final report that was developed, substantially addresses every element of the terms of reference. The final Task Force report is titled, "Greening Our Watersheds: Revitalization Strategies for the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds, including the Etobicoke - Mimico Report Card ". A summary of this report is as follows: Chapter 1 Developing "Greening Our Watersheds ". Chapter 2 The Land Chapter 3 The First nations Chapter 4 The Second Nations Chapter 5 Conservation Chapter 6 Natural System Management Strategies Chapter 7 Human Influences Management Strategies Chapter 8 Working Together Management Strategies Chapter 9 Priorities for Implementing Greening Our Watersheds 145 Watershed Management Strategy Development The watershed management strategy was developed through amalgamation of information from the five Task Force working groups: Communications and Public Outreach; Land; Water; Human Heritage; Visioning and Work Plan Development. For each, the main issues and priority actions were identified. The watershed management strategy was peer reviewed by municipal staff and the staff of other agencies. Comments received were incorporated into the report. A professional writer was hired to edit the information and to ensure consistency with the text of "Greening Our Watersheds ". Public Consultation Public consultation in the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watershed Strategy took place during 2000-2001. The approach undertaken to public consultation was: • to focus on the main partners /implementers; • to build constituency that would develop a network of government departments, individuals, interest groups, businesses and others from which a broad base of support for the strategy could be built. Communication The Task Force has worked to build public awareness through a variety of means. Task Force members and staff have been involved in many public events such as fall fairs, planting events, and bus tours. Seven issues of the Task Force newsletter, Creektime, have been published and distributed to individuals, businesses, schools, libraries and interest groups. Many Task Force members have spoken about the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds in their local communities. Presentations have also been made on television and to special interest groups. Implementation Throughout the development of the strategy, implementation activities have been ongoing in the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds. Many partners are involved including municipalities, interest groups and TRCA staff. Through partnerships with the Region of Peel, City of Toronto Remedial Action Plan, TD Friends of the Environment and community groups, protection and regeneration activities are proceeding. The Task Force report specifies responsibilities applicable to a variety of agencies, groups and the general public, as appropriate. It challenges all individuals and groups to work together as partners on protection and regeneration projects. As well, it stresses the need to integrate the strategy objectives into individuals' everyday lives and decision - making. The Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds Task Force, at its last meeting held November 22, 2001, resolved: 146 THAT the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds Task Force express its thanks to The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA), the municipalities and the many organizations and individuals who have contributed; THAT the Task Force forward, with great pleasure, the final report to TRCA for consideration, with a request that the report be received; THAT The TRCA be asked to sign The Etobicoke - Mimico Pledge; AND FURTHER THAT The TRCA be requested to establish the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition as soon as possible in order to implement the recommendations contained in "Greening Our Watersheds: Revitalization Strategies for the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds, including the Etobicoke - Mimico Report Card" The Etobicoke - Mimico Pledge The wording of the Etobicoke - Mimico Pledge was developed by the Task Force. It reads: The Etob /coke M /m /co Pledge We share a vision of the future of the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek watersheds as places where: • people live in harmony with the environment; • the water is clean • natural habitats are vital and connected; and • fish and wildlife thrive. We (organization) pledge ourselves to making this vision reality by: Respecting, Protecting and Regenerating the natural and human heritage of these watersheds. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE • Publish the report and release the document an event scheduled for June 8 at the Heart Laske Conservation Area • Circulate the report to a wide audience • Prepare the Etobicoke - Mimico Pledge for signature by the Chair of the Authority • Send a letter of thanks to task force members and volunteers who were involved in the development of Greening Our Watersheds • Continue the implementation of community action areas and sites in conjunction with partners throughout the watershed • Establish the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition (see separate report). Report prepared by: Beth Williston, extension 5263 For Information contact: Beth Williston, extension 5263 Date: May 15, 2002 147 RES. #A122/02 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation Component/Humber River Watershed Rolling Meadows Estate Ltd., Frank Mount and Connie Rogers, CFN 33229. Purchase of property located south of Old Church Road, west of Mount Pleasant Road, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel, under the "Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 -2005" Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed. Moved by: Seconded by: Dave Ryan Linda Pabst THAT 14.40 acres (5.83 hectares), more or less, of vacant land, be purchased from Rolling Meadows Estate Ltd., Frank Mount and Connie Rogers, being Part of Lot 20, Concession 8, (Geographic Township Of Albion) and designated as Blocks 18 and 19 on a draft Plan of Subdivision prepared by Young & Young Surveying Inc. under their Project 99-B3494, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel located south of Old Church Road, west of Mount Pleasant Road; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses Incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED BACKGROUND Resolution #A231/00, Authority Meeting #9/00, October 27, 2000 approving the Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project. Negotiations have been conducted with the owner's solicitor Licio Cengarle, Barrister & Solicitor. The Director of the Watershed Management Division has reviewed the proposal and is in concurrence with the purchase of the property. Attached is a plan showing the location of the subject lands. 148 RATIONALE The subject property falls within the Authority's approved master plan for acquisition for the Humber River Watershed. The property contains significant headwater wetlands /forest and is on the Oak Ridges Moraine. TAXES AND MAINTENANCE Based on the realty taxes paid on adjacent Authority lands it is estimated that the taxes will be approximately $500. The addition of the subject parcel of land will not significantly impact the Authority's maintenance costs at this location. FINANCIAL DETAILS Funding for this acquisition will be charged to Account 004 -11 -502 Report prepared by: Mike Fenning, extension 5223 For Information contact: Ron Dewell, extension 5245 Mike Fenning, extension 5223 Date: May 21, 2002 Attachments: 1 149 Attachment 1 NAIURAL HERITAGE LANUS YHUTEGIIUN ANU ACUU111IUN PROJECT, 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation ComponenVHumber River Watershed Rolling Meadows Estate Ltd., Frank Mount and Connie Rogers CFN 33229 -,- ro /ci—J‘Pos�' 150 SUBJECT PROPERTY RES. #A123 /02 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed Diego and Denice Muzzatti, CFN 33058. Purchase of property located on the east side of Riverside Drive, south of Langstaff Road, City of Vaughan, under the "Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 - 2005 ", Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed. (Executive Res. #837/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Cliff Gyles Michael Di Biase THAT 0.039 hectares (0.098 acres), more or less, be purchased from Diego and Denice Muzzatti, said lands consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of land at the rear of 120 Riverside Drive, Part of Lot 9, Concession 7, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, described as Lot 35, Registered Plan M -1111; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED RES. #A124 /02 - THE ETOBICOKE - MIMICO WATERSHEDS COALITION Terms of Reference for the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition: 2002 -2004. Approval of the Terms of Reference for the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition: 2002 -2004. (Executive Res. #B38/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Cliff Gyles Michael Di Biase THAT the Terms of Reference for the Etobicoke- Mimico Watersheds Coalition, dated May, 2002, as appended, be approved; 151 THAT the local and regional municipalities in the Etobicoke Creek and Mimico Creek watersheds be requested to appoint one municipal council member to the Etobicoke- Mimico Watersheds Coalition; THAT the West Community Council, City of Toronto, be requested to appoint representatives to the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition; THAT the municipalities be requested to appoint staff liaisons from appropriate departments; THAT applications be requested from the Etobicoke Creek and Mimico Creek watersheds residents by July 2, 2002; THAT other agencies and groups, as identified in the Terms of Reference, be requested to appoint members and alternates by July 2, 2002; AND FURTHER THAT a report be submitted to the Authority Identifying the proposed membership, including the Authority member, for formal approval. CARRIED RES. #A125/02 - THE SUSTAINABLE WATER AND SEWAGE SYSTEMS ACT 2001, BILL 155, AND THE CITY OF TORONTO'S WATER AND WASTEWATER UTILITY STUDY Comments on two important management initiatives. (Executive Res. #839/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Cliff Gyles Michael Di Biase THAT the position of Conservation Ontario regarding Bill 155, the proposed "Sustainable Water and Sewage Systems Act 2001", be endorsed; THAT the Regional and Area municipalities that are affected by Bill 155 be requested to support Conservation Ontario's position that full cost pricing include provisions for watershed management activities; AND FURTHER THAT the City of Toronto be requested to include, within the study of Water and Wastewater Governance, appropriate provisions for funding of the protection, monitoring and restoration of surface and ground water resources on a watershed basis as a fundamental requirement of full cost pricing of water and wastewater services. CARRIED 152 SECTION 11 - ITEMS RES. #A126 /02 - Moved by: Seconded by: FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION SECTION 11- ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Frank Scarpitti Bas Balkissoon THAT Ontario Regulation 158 items 8.4.1 - 8.4.27, inclusive, contained in Section 11 of Executive Committee Minutes #4/02, held on May 3, 2002, be received. RES. #A127 /02 - SECTION 11- ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Irene Jones David Barrow CARRIED THAT Section II items 8.5 - 8.12, inclusive, contained in Section II of Executive Committee Minutes #4/02, held on May 3, 2002, be received. CARRIED Section 11 Items 8.5 - 8.12. inclusive REGIONAL WATERSHED MONITORING PROGRAM (Executive Res. #B43/02) RETAINING BIOLOGICAL/FISHERIES MANAGEMENT CONSULTING - CONTRACT EXTENSION (Executive Res. #B44/02) EAST HUMBER RIVER HYDROLOGY UPDATE (Executive Res. #B45/02) BOYD NORTH GRAVEL PIT (Executive Res. #846/02) AWARDING OF CONTRACT - EXTERIOR VINYL SIDING (Executive Res. #847/02) FLOODPLAIN MAPPING VECTORIZATION PROJECT FOR THE ROUGE RIVER AND WEST HUMBER RIVER WATERSHEDS (Executive Res. #B48/02) BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE - COMMUNICATIONS (Executive Res. #849/02) KORTRIGHT BUILDING ASSESSMENT (Executive Res. #B50/02) 153 NEW BUSINESS RES. #A128 /02 - WALKERTON PART 2 Role of Conservation Authorities Moved by: Seconded by: Dick O'Brien Tanny Wells THAT TRCA would like to congratulate the Honourable Dennis O'Connor on his comprehensive Part 2 Report of the Walkerton Inquiry; THAT the TRCA welcomes the opportunities for the enhanced role for Conservation Authorities recommended in Justice O'Connor's report to Improve the effectiveness and integration of watershed planning and management activities within our jurisdiction; THAT the TRCA further welcomes the opportunity to work with the provincial government, and in particular a closer partnership with the Ministry of the Environment, while continuing our strategic, long standing partnership with our member municipalities including Peel, York, Durham, City of Toronto, Adjala- Tosorontio and Mono and our watershed communities; THAT staff be requested to provide a complete report to the Watershed Management Advisory Board on June 14, 2002; AND FURTHER THAT Craig Mather, Sonya Meek and Gary Bowen be thanked for their considerable input into the process. RES. #A129 /02 - YORK CHILDREN'S WATER FESTIVAL Moved by: Seconded by: Frank Scarpitti Tanny Wells CARRIED THAT Darryl Gray, Superintendent, Bruce's Mill Conservation Area, be thanked for his work with York Region on the 2002 York Children's Water Festival. CARRIED 154 RES. #A130 /02 - BALLYCROY GOLF /HOTEL PROPOSAL Moved by: Seconded by: Anthony Ketchum Ian Sinclair WHEREAS the TRCA supported the motion made by the Ballycroy Area Rural Conservation Alliance for consolidation under the Consolidated Hearings Act for a Joint -Board Hearing; WHEREAS the TRCA supports efforts to ensure the preservation of sustainable water supplies and high quality water resources within the Humber watershed; THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT staff be requested to report back to the Authority on the merits of an appeal on Issues related to the application of the Consolidated Hearings Act in the appeal of the Ballycroy Resorts application following the decision of the Ontario Municipal Board, dated May 1, 2002; AND FURTHER THAT if it is the opinion of the TRCA that the Joint -Board process may not be available in the future, that staff undertake to do the following: 1. Investigate and report on the existing legislative and regulatory mechanisms that will ensure that water quality and quantity issues are fully addressed at the time of planning approvals; and 2. In the absence of such mechanisms, to develop recommendations and strategies to ensure that water quality and quantity issues are fully addressed at the time of planning approvals. RES. #A131 /02 - PLANNING APPLICATIONS Moved by: Seconded by: Irene Jones Cliff Gyles CARRIED THAT staff have discussions, as required, with the Planning Departments of the municipalities within TRCA's jurisdiction to ensure they are giving staff timely notification of applications within our watersheds to ensure staff have time to comment on such applications before they are brought to Council. CARRIED 155 TERMINATION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11:17 a.m., on May 24, 2002. Dick O'Brien Chair /ks J. Craig Mather Secretary- Treasurer THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #6/02 June 21, 2002 The Authority Meeting #6/02, was held in the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village, on Friday, June 21, 2002. The Chair Dick O'Brien, called the meeting to order at 10:07 a.m. PRESENT Maria Augimeri Member Bas Balkissoon Member David Barrow Member Lorna Bissell Member Ila Bossons Member Michael Di Biase Member Susan DiMarco Member Rob Ford Member Cliff Gyles Member Irene Jones Member Anthony Ketchum Member Jim McMaster Vice Chair Peter Milczyn Member Ron Moeser Member Dick O'Brien Chair Bill O'Donnell Member Linda Pabst Member Joe Pantalone Member Maja Prentice Member Dave Ryan Member Frank Scarpitti Member Ian Sinclair Member Tanny Wells Member REGRETS Raymond Cho Member Suzan Hall Member Pam McConnell Member Gerri Lynn O'Connor Member Sherene Shaw Member 157 RES. #A132 /02 - MINUTES Moved by: Seconded by: Dave Ryan Maria Augimeri THAT the Minutes of Meeting #5/02, held on May 24, 2002, be approved. CARRIED CONFLICT OF INTEREST Tanny Wells declared a conflict of interest with respect to item 7.3 - Ballycroy Golf /Hotel Proposal as her stepson is the solicitor for the Ballycroy Area Rural Conservation Alliance. PRESENTATIONS (a) A presentation by Mike Peppard, Black Creek Project to TRCA and the Humber ' Watershed team, in recognition of their support for the 2 year Clean the Creek program. (b) A presentation by Larry Field, Waterfront Specialist, TRCA, in regards to the Pettitcoat Creek Pedestrian Bridge Opening, June 8, 2002 RES. #A133 /02 - PRESENTATIONS Moved by: Seconded by: Dave Ryan Ron Moeser THAT above -noted presentations (a) and (b) be heard and received. CARRIED SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION ' RES. #A134 /02 - APPOINTMENT TO THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY FOR 2002 -2003 Appointments from the City of Toronto. The Secretary- Treasurer can advise that all persons for the City of Toronto listed below have been duly appointed and are entitled to sit as a Member of this Authority for the 2002 -2003 year. Moved by: Seconded by: Lorna Bissell Maria Augimeri 158 THAT all persons listed below be recognized as the City of Toronto Members of the Board of The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority until the year 2003 Annual Meeting, and /or until their successors are appointed: Augimeri, Maria Balkissoon, Bas Cho, Raymond Ford, Rob Hall, Suzan Jones, Irene McConnell, Pam Milczyn, Peter Moeser, Ron Pantalone, Joe Shaw, Sherene; THAT Councillors Joe Pantalone and Sherene Shaw be welcomed as new members from the City of Toronto; AND FURTHER THAT Councillors Sandra Bussin and George Mammoliti be thanked for their service to the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. CARRIED BACKGROUND In December of 2000, City of Toronto Council appointed eleven members to the Board of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) for a term of office expiring on May 31, 2002, and until their successors are appointed. In March of 2001, City of Toronto Council appointed the following three members to the Board of the TRCA for a term of office expiring immediately prior to the Annual Meeting of the Authority to be held in the spring of 2004, and until their successors are appointed: Ila Bossons, Dick O'Brien, and K.E. (Tanny) Wells. City of Toronto Council met in May, 2002 and appointed the eleven Councillors named above to the Board of the TRCA for a term of office commencing June 21, 2002, and expiring on November 30, 2003, and until the first meeting of the TRCA thereafter. The appointment of the above - mentioned Councillors causes two changes in the current Board, appointed until the year 2003 Annual Authority Meeting; Councillors Joe Pantalone and Sherene Shaw were appointed as successors to Councillors Sandra Bussin and George Mammoliti. Report prepared by: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264 For Information contact: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264 Date: June 12, 2002 159 RES. #A135 /02 - CHANGES TO ADVISORY BOARD APPOINTMENTS Appointment of New Members of the Authority to the Advisory Boards. Moved by: Seconded by: Lorna Bissell Maria Augimeri THAT Clause 20 of Section V of the Rules of Conduct be altered for the 2002 -2003 Authority year such that as many as twelve members may sit on an Advisory Board; THAT Councillor Joe Pantalone sit on the Watershed Management Advisory Board until the 2003 Annual Meeting; AND FURTHER THAT Councillor Sherene Shaw sit on the Public Use Advisory Board until the 2003 Annual Meeting. CARRIED BACKGROUND City of Toronto Council met in May, 2002 and appointed the eleven Councillors to the Board of the TRCA for a term of office commencing June 21, 2002. Of the eleven Councillors, nine were re- appointments and therefore changes are not required to the Advisory Board appointments for these nine members. However, the addition of Councillors Joe Pantalone and Sherene Shaw, and the removal of Councillors Sandra Bussin and George Mammoliti due to their completion of term of appointment, causes two changes in the current Board and resultant changes in the Advisory Board appointments. An amendment to the 2001 Advisory Board appointments resolution, as outlined below in RES. #A18 /01, was approved at the 2001 Annual Meeting: AND FURTHER THAT Clause 20 of Section V of the Rules of Conduct be altered for the 2002 -2003 Authority year such that as many as 11 Members may sit on an Advisory Board. Staff are recommending a further amendment to Clause 20 to allow twelve members to sit on an Advisory Board. Staff felt the new councillors should be afforded the same Advisory Board choices that existing members were given, which resulted in Councillor Pantalone selecting the Watershed Management Advisory Board and Councillor Shaw the Public Use Advisory Board. Report prepared by: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264 For Information contact: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264 Date: June 13, 2002 160 RES. #A136 /02 - BALLYCROY GOLF /HOTEL PROPOSAL Staff status report regarding the Authority Board's request to report on the merits of an appeal on issues related to the application of the Consolidated Hearings Act for the Ballycroy Resorts application (following the decision of the Ontario Municipal Board, May 1, 2002). Moved by: Seconded by: Anthony Ketchum Ian Sinclair THAT an appeal of the OMB's decision to not consolidate the Hearing not be pursued based on opinion of the legal counsel for TRCA; THAT staff of TRCA continue to work with the proponent, their consultants, municipal partners and residents to ensure that all site planning and environmental issues are addressed, and to scope and resolve issues related to water quality and quantity prior to subsequent approval stages; AND FURTHER THAT should the OMB approve the proposed development, that the Applicant be required to Incorporate new innovative water management techniques and technologies which would make this development a prototype of sustainable golf course development. CARRIED RES. #A137 /02 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation Component/Rouge River Watershed Mattamy (Neilson) Limited, CFN 33315. Purchase of property located on the south west corner of Passmore Avenue and Neilson Road, City of Toronto (East Community), under the "Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 - 2005" Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Rouge River Watershed. Moved by: Seconded by: Lorna Bissell Maria Augimeri THAT 5.253 acres (2.126 hectares), more or less, consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of vacant land, be purchased from Mattamy (Neilson) Limited, in the City of Toronto (East Community), being Part of Lot 14, Concession 4, designated as Block 96, on Plan 66M -2384, located on the south west corner of Passmore Avenue and Neilson Road; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THAT TRCA receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; 161 THAT Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be Instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses Incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate TRCA officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED BACKGROUND Resolution #A231/00, TRCA Meeting #9/00, October 27, 2000 approving the Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project. Negotiations have been conducted with the owners solicitor, Leonard D. Rodness of Torkin Manes Cohen Arbus LLP. The Director of the Watershed Management Division has reviewed the proposal and is in concurrence with the purchase of the property. Attached is a plan showing the location of the subject lands. RATIONALE The subject property falls within TRCA's approved master plan for acquisition for the Rouge River watershed. TAXES AND MAINTENANCE This parcel of land will be turned over to the City of Toronto under the terms of the existing management agreement. FINANCIAL DETAILS Funding for this acquisition will be charged to Account 004 -11 -502. Report prepared by: Mike Fenning, extension 5223 For Information contact: Ron Dewell, extension 5245, Mike Fenning, extension 5223 Date: June 20, 2002 Attachments: 1 162 Attachment 1 RE: NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001.2035 Flood Plain and Conservation Component/Rouge River Watershed Mattamy (Neilson) Limited CFN 33315 / nurYeunlml ym dua.n:rl.Ilr _ /111/11/1111111 rimnnunul�= 111111111111 Potlpn11n111111n1111/ Q hill ti�� i �uuwm1�1111 111n`/1 „ry5 -� 111111111111111111 �'yG Bf1111111111515U11V:• umlrnlnum it11111 lfl nn 11111111111:; glIF +', A It n • 1� 111p11111n;1111 163 RES. #A138/02 - THE CITY OF TORONTO VALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION PROJECT, 2002 - 2006 3015 and 3017 Queen Street East Erosion Control Project NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001 - 2006 Waterfront Component, Scarborough Sector, Burton - Lesbury Holdings Limited Property, CFN 24450. Purchase of a partial taking municipally known as 3015 and 3017 Queen Street East, located on the Lake Ontario shoreline, located west of Fallingbrook Road adjacent to the R. C. Harris Filtration Plant. (Executive Res. #853/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Jim McMaster Cliff Gyles THAT 0.748 hectares (1.85 acres) more or less, consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of vacant land and bed of Lake Ontario, being a partial taking from a larger holding, together with an easement and covenant restricting the owner from placing structures or altering the grades over 0.029 hectares (0.074 acres) be purchased from Burton - Lesbury Holdings Limited, said land being Parts of Lots 11 and 12, Plan 1805, as amended by plan 1117, and part of the water lot in front of the easterly half of Lot 35, in Concession A, City of Toronto (East Community), and further described as Parts 2 and 3, on a draft reference plan; THAT the transaction be completed on the following basis: a) the purchase price be $2.00; b) the Authority shall carry out and substantially complete the 3015 and 3017 Queen Street East Erosion Control Works under the City of Toronto Valley and Shoreline Regeneration Project; c) Burton - Lesbury Holdings Limited, upon the Works being substantially complete shall in accordance with the agreement on hand deliver to the City a release and formal order dismissing Action No.01 -CV- 204858 commenced by the owner; THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED 164 RES. #A139 /02 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation Component/Don River Watershed Maplewood Villages Ltd., CFN 33216. Purchase of property located south of Kirby Road, east of Keele Street, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, under the uNatural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 -2005" Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Don River Watershed. (Executive Res. #B54/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Jim McMaster Cliff Gyles THAT 7.1 acres (2.8 hectares), more or Tess, of vacant land, be purchased from Maplewood Villages Ltd., being Part of Lot 30, Concession 3 and designated as Blocks 394, 395 & 396 on a draft Plan of Subdivision prepared by Rady - Pentek & Edward Surveying Ltd. under their Job No. 99 -195, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York located south of Kirby Road, east of Keele Street; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be Instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED RES. #A140 /02 - THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK Conveyance of Land for the Widening and Reconstruction of Islington Avenue between Woodbridge Avenue and Rutherford Road Humber River Watershed, CFN 32779. Receipt of a request from The Regional Municipality of York for conveyance of land for the widening and reconstruction of Islington Avenue between Woodbridge Avenue and Rutherford Road in the Woodbridge area of the City of Vaughan. (Executive Res. #B55/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Jim McMaster Cliff Gyles 165 THAT WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is in receipt of a request from The Regional Municipality of York to convey certain lands for the widening and reconstruction of Islington Avenue between Woodbridge Avenue and Rutherford Road in the Woodbridge area of the City of Vaughan; AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of the TRCA 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 cooperate with The Regional Municipality of York in this instance; THAT three parcels of TRCA land containing 0.373 hectares, more or less, (0.922 acres) be conveyed to The Regional Municipality of York for the widening and reconstruction of Islington Avenue between Woodbridge Avenue and Rutherford Road, said land being Part of Lots 8, 12, 13 and 14, Concession 7, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, designated as Part 1 on Plan 65R- 24381, Part 1 on Plan 65R- 24382, Parts 1 and 2 on Plan 65R -24527 together with a temporary easement over Parts 1 and 2 on Plan 65R- 24380; THAT consideration Is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal, survey and other costs; THAT archaeological investigation is to be conducted before any site disturbance with any mitigative measures required being carried out all at the expense of The Regional Municipality of York; THAT The Regional Municipality of York is to fully indemnify and save harmless TRCA from any and all claims for injuries, damages or Toss of any nature resulting in any way either directly or indirectly from this sale or the carrying out of construction; THAT said conveyance is subject to the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources in accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27 as amended; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate TRCA officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. CARRIED RES. #A141/02 - REQUEST FOR DISPOSAL OF AUTHORITY OWNED LANDS Rear of 7 Bevan Road, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York CFN 33029. Receipt of a request to consider disposing of a parcel of TRCA land at the rear of 7 Bevan Road, located south of Major Mackenzie Drive, west of Keele Street in the Maple area of the City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York. (Executive Res. #B56/02) 166 Moved by: Seconded by: Jim McMaster Cliff Gyles THAT item 7.4 - Request for Disposal of Authoity Owned Lands, Rear of 7 Bevan Road, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, be deferred. CARRIED RES. #A142/02 - EXCHANGE OF LANDS Vicinity of 18444 Centreville Creek Road John C. Pennie, CFN 31789. Receipt of request from John C. Pennie to exchange lands to resolve an encroachment, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel, on the Niagara Escarpment. (Executive Res. #857/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Jim McMaster Cliff Gyles THAT WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is in receipt of a request from John C. Pennle, the owner of 18444 Centreville Creek Road, Town of Caledon to enter into an exchange of lands to resolve an encroachment; AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of TRCA that it is in the best interest of TRCA in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to proceed with an exchange in this instance; THAT TRCA enter into an exchange of lands on the following basis: (a) John C. Pennle will convey to TRCA a parcel of land containing 0.94 acres, more or less, being Part of the West Half of Lot 33, Concession 2, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel; (b) TRCA will convey to John C. Pennle a parcel of land containing 0.94 acres, more or Tess, being Part of the West Half of Lot 33, Concession 2, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel; (c) John C. Pennie to pay all legal and survey costs and must obtain the approval of the Land Division Committee for the Town of Caledon; (d) Completion of this sale will be subject to any Planning Act approvals that may be required for the severance. Any additional planning approvals which John C. Pennie may desire, or the municipality requires, will be at the expense of John C. Pennie; (e) John C. Pennie will construct a fence at his expense on the new property line; (f) Title to the subject property will be In the same name as the adjacent property owned by John C. Pennie so that the properties merge on closing; 167 THAT the sale be subject to the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources in accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Act C.27 as amended; AND FURTHER THAT appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of any necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. CARRIED RES. #A143/02 - ENBRIDGE CONSUMERS GAS Request for Permanent Easements for a gas main, Waterfront, Etobicoke Sector, City of Toronto (East Community), CFN 32286. Receipt of a request from Enbridge Consumers Gas for permanent easements across TRCA lands on the south side of Lakeshore Boulevard West, west of Park Lawn Road, in the City of Toronto (West Community). (Executive Res. #858/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Joe Pantalone Lorna Bissell THAT WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is in receipt of a request from Enbridge Consumers Gas to provide permanent easements across TRCA lands on the south side of Lakeshore Boulevard West, west of Park Lawn Road, in the City of Toronto (West Community) to facilitate the construction of a gas main; AND WHEREAS it is the opinion of TRCA that it is in the best interest of TRCA in furthering its objectives as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act to co- operate with Enbridge Consumers Gas in this instance; THAT permanent easements be granted to Enbridge Consumers Gas across TRCA lands containing 0.014 hectares, more or less (0.034 acres) being Part of Lot 7, Plan 83 -Y, and Part of Water Lot Location CL 3021, City of Toronto (West Community), designated as Parts 3 and 5 on a plan of survey prepared by Sexton McKay Limited under their Job No. 16218; THAT the easements be granted across the subject land on the following terms and conditions; (a) The easement price is to be the sum of $1,500; (b) Enbridge Consumers Gas is to pay all TRCA 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 TRCA's archaeological staff; 168 (d) Enbridge Consumers Gas is to fully indemnify and absolve TRCA, from any and all claims of any nature resulting in any way from the granting of the easement or the carrying out of construction; (e) Any additional concerns as are deemed appropriate by TRCA's solicitors; THAT the said easement be subject to approval of the Minister of Natural Resources in accordance with Section 21(2) of The Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27 as amended; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate TRCA 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. AMENDMENT RES. #A144 /02 THAT approval, as outlined in the main motion, be conditional on agreement by Enbridge Consumers Gas to plant trees as part of the restoration work, to the satisfaction of staff; AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Executive Committee if such an agreement cannot be reached. THE AMENDMENT WAS CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED RES. #A145 /02 - HUMBER RIVER FLOODLINE MAPPING UPDATE To retain consultants to update Humber River floodline mapping within the City of Toronto, Peel Region, and York Region. (Executive Res. #859/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Jim McMaster Cliff Gyles THAT the following consulting firms be retained for completing the following floodline mapping updates within the Humber River watershed: J.F. Sabourin and Associates Inc., Humber River within the City of Toronto; Brian Greck and Associates, Humber River within Peel Region (excluding the West Humber River); Acres and Associated, East Humber River Environmental Ltd. CARRIED 169 RES. #A146 /02 - PROJECT FOR THE ACQUISITION OF NATURAL AREAS WITHIN THE ROUGE RIVER WATERSHED Tompion Limited, CFN 29782. Purchase of property owned by Tompion Limited, located on the north west corner of Steeles Avenue East and the Ninth Line, in the-Town of Markham, Regional Municipality of York. (Executive Res. #B60/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Jim McMaster Cliff Gyles THAT 16 hectares (40 acres) more or Tess, consisting of a rectangular shaped parcel of land, be purchased from Tompion Limited, said lands being Part of Lots 1 and 2, Concession 8, Town of Markham, Regional Municipality of York, located on the north west corner of Steeles Avenue East and the Ninth Line; THAT the purchase price be $2,500,000; THAT the Province of Ontario, The Regional Municipality of York and the Town of Markham be requested to assist with the funding of this transaction; THAT acquisition by TRCA is conditional on the availability of all necessary funding; THAT TRCA receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses Incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate TRCA officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED RES. #A147 /02 - THE RETENTION OF SURPLUS CITY OF TORONTO ENVIRONMENTAL LANDS Generation Boulevard at the Rouge Park Swamp. TRCA staff support of the Rouge Park Alliance and their promotion to retain Environmentally Significant lands being considered to be surplus by the City of Toronto. (Executive Res. #B61 /02) Moved by: Seconded by: Jim McMaster Cliff Gyles 170 THAT the .355 hectares of tableland woodiot associated with the Rouge Swamp fronting onto Generation Boulevard being shown on the City of Toronto surplus land Inventory, be removed from the Inventory of the Corporate Services Department and be transferred to the Parks and Recreation Department for conservation purposes; THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority support the Rouge Park Alliance promotion of the above recommendation and advise the City of Toronto of that support; AND FURTHER THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority staff work with the City of Toronto Parks and Recreation Department and the Rouge Park Alliance to develop a concept plan that utilizes the educational and outdoor opportunities of the wetland while allowing for it's protection and restoration. CARRIED RES. #A148 /02 - USE OF "GREEN" ELECTRICITY AT TRCA FACILITIES Report recommends as a general policy the commitment of TRCA to the use of "green" electricity at various TRCA facilities. (Executive Res. #862/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Joe Pantalone Susan DiMarco THAT as a general policy, the Authority commit Itself to increasing use of "green" electricity at all of its facilities; THAT the Authority set as a first year target the commitment to purchase at least 10% of its total electricity needs as "green" electricity; THAT the Authority work with the City of Toronto and Toronto Hydro to make use of "green" electricity at the TRCA head office, Black Creek Pioneer Village and Its other facilities within the City of Toronto; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to review and report on the potential benefits of a "green" electricity program for TRCA facilities including a long term, percentage of total use green electricity target, benefits and costs of green electricity use and recommended suppliers of green electricity to TRCA facilities outside of the City of Toronto. 'AMENDMENT RES. #A149 /02 Moved by: Seconded by: Ron Moeser Irene Jones THAT the following be inserted after the main motion: 171 AND FURTHER THAT staff report back annually on costs to the Authority of Green Energy. THE AMENDMENT WAS CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED RES. #A150 /02 - MEMBERS REMUNERATION Review of the Members remuneration which has not been adjusted since 1996. (Finance Res. #C13 /02) Moved by: Seconded by: Irene Jones Lorna Bissell THAT item 9.1 - Members Remuneration, be referred to staff for additional information to be reported on at a Special Finance Committee Meeting to be held on June 21, 2002. CARRIED RES. #A151 /02 - 2002 - 2006 BUSINESS PLAN Presents the 2002 - 2006 Business Plan (Finance Res. #C 14/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Ron Moeser Joe Pantalone THAT the 2002 - 2006 Business Plan as presented, June 7, 2002, be received. CARRIED CORRESPONDENCE (a) A letter dated May 27, 2002 from Councillor Suzan Hall in regards to summer hours at the Kortright Centre for Conservation. RES. #A152 /02 - CORRESPONDENCE (Public Use Res. #E12 /02) Moved by: Seconded by: Linda Pabst Anthony Ketchum THAT above -noted correspondence (a) be received; 172 AND FURTHER THAT the summer hours of operation for the Kortright Centre for Conservation be extended to 6 pm. CARRIED RES. #A153 /02 - "Earth Rangers" SITE AND TRAIL PLAN The Earth Rangers wildlife veterinary and rehabilitation building, site plan and trail plan are complete and have satisfied conditions of lease. (Public Use Res. #E13 /02) Moved by: Seconded by: Linda Pabst Anthony Ketchum THAT the Earth Rangers site and trail plan report be received; AND FURTHER THAT Earth Rangers be advised that the building, site and trail plans satisfies the provisions of the lease as they apply to those specific conditions. CARRIED RES. #A154 /02 - ALTONA FOREST TRAIL DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT PLAN Endorsement of the Altona Forest Trail Development and Management Plan. (Public Use Res. #E14 /02) Moved by: Seconded by: Linda Pabst Anthony Ketchum THAT the staff report on the Altona Forest Trail Development and Management Plan be received; THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority endorse the Altona Forest Trail Development and Management Plan as it supports the approved Altona Forest Environmental Management Plan, and is consistent with an integrated watershed management approach and watershed public use initiatives of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority; THAT Authority staff continue to be involved in the technical analysis and refinement of detailed trail planning, design and development initiatives; THAT Authority staff work cooperatively with the Aitona Forest Stewardship Committee to ensure appropriate trail design, development and management; THAT the Aitona Forest Stewardship Committee, with assistance from TRCA staff, be authorized to pursue funding and other resources for the implementation of the Trail Plan; 173 AND FURTHER THAT the City of Pickering and the Altona Forest Stewardship Committee be so advised. CARRIED RES. #A155 /02 - GREENWOOD CONSERVATION AREA MANAGEMENT PLAN The preparation of a Management Plan for the Greenwood Conservation Area. (Public Use Res. #E15 /02) Moved by: Seconded by: Linda Pabst Anthony Ketchum THAT staff be directed to .assist the Town of Ajax with the development of a Greenwood Conservation Area Management Plan; THAT staff be directed to establish an Advisory Committee, which would include members of the public, Interested community groups, the Town of Ajax and the City of Pickering to assist with the development of the Management Plan and facilitate the opportunity for public input; THAT the management agreement with the Town of Ajax for the Greenwood Conservation Area be renewed for one year; AND FURTHER THAT Authority staff work with municipal staff towards consolidating these lands and other suitable green space lands under a comprehensive management agreement with the Town of Ajax. CARRIED RES. #A156 /02 - BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE MUSEUM STANDARDS Approval of Policy. Approval of revised Museum Conservation Policy for Black Creek Pioneer Village (Public Use Res. #E16 /02) Moved by: Seconded by: Linda Pabst Anthony Ketchum THAT the Black Creek Pioneer Village museum operating policy, specifically, the Conservation policy and Schedule A as appended, be approved. CARRIED 174 RES. #A157/02 - FLOODMASTER BARRIERS INC. CFN 32485. Proposal to lease approximately 1 acre of land for a five year period within the Claireville Conservation Area. (Public Use Res. #E17 /02 & E18/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Linda Pabst Anthony Ketchum THAT WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority has been requested by FloodMaster Barriers Inc. to lease approximately 1 acre of land on the east side of the Claireville Dam and Reservoir to carry out training on the use, development, care, and maintenance of their product; AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of TRCA that it is in the best interests of TRCA in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to cooperate with FloodMaster Barriers Inc. in this instance; THAT TRCA enter into a lease of approximately 1 acre, more or Tess with FloodMaster Barriers Inc. for the training on the use, development, care and maintenance of their product, said land being in the Claireville Conservation Area, in close proximity to the Claireville Dam and Reservoir; THAT the lease with FloodMaster Barriers Inc. be premised on the following: (1) the initial term of the lease will be for five years; (11) the lease rate is to be an annual fee of $1000.00, plus $1000.00 fee for each week they are at the site, plus $150.00 for one day demonstrations; said lease rate to be reviewed on an annual basis; (111) FloodMaster Barriers Inc. is to be responsible for all costs associated with the set up of the site for their training and demonstrations; (iv) FloodMaster Barriers Inc. is to provide the TRCA with 30 days notice prior to entering the leased area; (v) FloodMaster Barriers Inc. is to comply with the TRCA's rules and regulations; (vi) any other terms and conditions deemed appropriate by the Authority's solicitor; 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. AND FURTHER THAT staff conduct discussions with Floodmasters Barrier Inc. on assisting with their study on toxicity levels within the sand used in many flood control barriers. CARRIED 175 RES. #A158 /02 - ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP OF OUR FARM LEASE AGREEMENT LANDS Improve the environmental management of our farm lease properties (Public Use Res. #E19/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Anthony Ketchum Lorna Bissell THAT staff prepare a terms of reference for improving agricultural practices on leased farm lands. AMENDMENT RES. #A159 /02 Moved by: Seconded by: Anthony Ketchum Lorna Bissell THAT the following be inserted after the main motion: AND FURTHER THAT staff report back on potential ways of achieving funding from the Nutrient Management Program for farmers in the GTA. THE AMENDMENT WAS CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED RES. #A160 /02 - COLD CREEK CONSERVATION AREA MANAGEMENT PLAN Terms of Reference. Approval of the Terms of Reference for the Cold Creek Conservation Area Management Plan. (Public Use Res. #E20/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Ila Bossons Linda Pabst THAT the Terms of Reference for the Cold Creek Conservation Area Management Plan, as appended, be approved; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to bring the final Management Plan, as developed with the assistance of the Cold Creek Management Plan Advisory Committee, through the Public Use Advisory Board to the Authority Board for approval. CARRIED 176 RES. #A161 /02 - TORONTO WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT PROJECT 2000 -2004 Keating Channel Dredging, City of Toronto. Continuation of annual maintenance dredging of Keating Channel. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D45/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Ron Moeser Tanny Wells THAT staff be directed to proceed with coordinating the dredging of Keating Channel; THAT the Toronto Port Authority be requested to continue maintenance dredging of the Keating Channel in 2002 and to fund one third of the cost for the dredging ($160,000); THAT the City of Toronto be requested to fund one third of the cost for the dredging ($160,000); THAT the Authority contribute its one third share of the cost of dredging ($160,000); AND FURTHER THAT the Authority continue with the associated environmental monitoring program. CARRIED RES. #A162 /02 - LOWER DON RIVER ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT Synopsis of Keating Channel aid Inner Harbour Sediment Quality. The synopsis of the Keating Channel and Inner Harbour Sediment Quality, prepared by Golders Associates, is provided for information. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D46/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Frank Scarpitti Ian Sinclair THAT the attached report on the Lower Don River Environmental Assessment, Synopsis of Keating Channel and inner Harbour Sediment Quality, prepared by Golders Associates be received. CARRIED 177 RES. #A163 /02 - EARTH CHARTER We stand at a critical moment in the Earth's history, a time when humanity must choose its future. We urgently need a shared vision of basic values to provide an ethical foundation for the emerging world community. Therefore, together in hope we affirm the following interdependent principles for a sustainable way of life as a common standard by which the conduct of all individuals, organizations, businesses, governments, and transnational institutions is to be guided and assessed. We must join together to bring forth a sustainable global society founded on respect for nature, universal human rights, economic justice, and a culture of peace reflected in the principles of the Earth Charter. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D47/02 & D48/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Frank Scarpitti Ian Sinclair THAT the Toronto & Region Conservation Authority endorse the Earth Charter as a statement of our commitment to the spirit and aims of the document. In so doing, we pledge to join the global partnership for a just, sustainable, and peaceful world and to work for the realization of its values and principles. We pledge to promote and apply its principles In our programs, policies and other activities; AND FURTHER THAT this report be forwarded to TRCA's Member Municipalities, the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), and the Association of Municipalities in Ontario (AMO), for their endorsement. CARRIED RES. #A164 /02 - THE CITY OF TORONTO VALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION PROJECT 3015 - 3017 Queen Street, East Slope Remedial Works. To complete the Class Environmental Assessment process, and implement slope remedial works at 3015 - 3017 Queen Street East, Fallingbrook -Drive sector of the Scarborough Bluffs, City of Toronto. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D49/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Frank Scarpitti Ian Sinclair THAT staff be directed to proceed with the Class Environmental Assessment process, and 2002 construction program for 3015 -3017 Queen Street East project, City of Toronto, under "The City of Toronto Valley Shoreline Regeneration Project 2002 - 2006 ", at a total cost of $190,000. CARRIED 178 RES. #A165 /02 - DURHAM REGION CAPITAL PROJECTS BUDGET 2002 Implementation of the Regional Municipality of Durham Capital Projects Budget 2002 (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D50/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Frank Scarpitti Ian Sinclair THAT the 2002 Regional Municipality of Durham Capital Projects be implemented; THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the signing of contribution agreements and other documents as may be necessary to give effect thereto; THAT a letter be sent to the Regional Municipality of Durham expressing the Authority's gratitude for continuing support and financial contribution to further the watershed management work of TRCA; AND FURTHER THAT staff provide regular progress reports to Durham Region on accomplishments, partnerships and future joint venture projects. CARRIED RES. #A166 /02 - ENVIRONMENTAL VOLUNTEER NETWORK PROJECT Endorsement of the Environmental Volunteer Network Project (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D51 /02) Moved by: Seconded by: Frank Scarpitti Ian Sinclair THAT the Environmental Volunteer Network Project be endorsed; AND FURTHER THAT appropriate officials be authorized to execute any documents as required to give effect thereto. RES. #A167 /02 - MILNE DAM FISHWAY Construction of the Milne Dam Fishway (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D52/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Frank Scarpitti Ian Sinclair 179 CARRIED THAT the update on the construction of a Denil fishway at the Milne Reservoir Dam be received for information. CARRIED RES. #A168 /02 - HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE Minutes of Meeting #2/02, April 16, 2002. The minutes of Humber Watershed Alliance meeting #2/02, held on April 16, 2002, are provided for information. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D53/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Frank Scarpitti Ian Sinclair THAT the minutes of the Humber Watershed Alliance meeting #2/02, held on April 16, 2002, as appended, be received. CARRIED RES. #A169 /02 - BARTLEY SMITH GREENWAY - WEST DON WATERSHED To develop a terms of reference for the establishment of a Friends of the West Don /Bartley Smith Greenway Group. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D54/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Frank Scarpitti Ian Sinclair THAT the Vaughan Chamber of Commerce and the members of the Langstaff Ecopark Steering Committee be congratulated on their successful application to the Ontario Trillium Foundation which will result in a five year program of stewardship outreach for the West Don; THAT staff be directed to develop and sign an appropriate agreement with the Vaughan Chamber of Commerce with respect to the staffing and related issues for the five year period commencing July 1, 2002; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed, in partnership with the staff of the City of Vaughan, and the members of the Langstaff Ecopark Steering Committee, to develop a terms of reference for the establishment of a Friends of the West Don /Bartley Smith Greenway Group to continue the stewardship activities within the Don watershed and, in particular, the regeneration and trail access developments for the West Don /Bartley Smith Greenway. CARRIED 180 RES. #A170 /02 - CANADA'S URBAN STRATEGY - A VISION FOR THE 21ST CENTURY Authority comments on the Prime Minster's Caucus Task Force on-Urban Issues Interim Report, April 2002. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D55/02 & D56/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Frank Scarpitti Ian Sinclair THAT the Government of Canada be commended for the invitation to establish the Caucus Task Force on Urban Issues and urged to put implementation plans in place; THAT the Task Force be particularly commended for recognizing and supporting that urban infrastructure must include "green infrastructure'; THAT the TRCA express its desire to work with all levels of government to create more sustainable communities; THAT the staff be directed to establish liaison with the Ontario Federal Council to achieve stronger coordination between federal initiatives and the programs and projects of TRCA; THAT the Task Force on Urban Issues be requested to place particular emphasis in its final report on the need for direct federal financial participation in the key environmental management issues of ecologically Important land securement evaluation, protection, restoration and monitoring of ecological systems and functions not simply protecting remnant features; provision of Incentives of various types, including tax -based initiatives to encourage good long term stewardship practice sand sustainable community design and development; THAT the Task Force be requested to support the Living City Campaign of the Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto as a model mechanism for enabling the active participation of individuals, communities, organizations, businesses and industries in comprehension efforts to provide an even higher quality of life for Canadians In urban regions while enhancing the environment for all living things; , AND FURTHER THAT the report be sent to all municipalities in the GTA, Toronto Dominion Bank, the Board of Trade, and the Trillium Foundation. CARRIED RES. #A171 /02 - PROPOSED EXPANSION OF THE SAINT LAWRENCE SEAWAY (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D57/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Frank Scarpitti Ian Sinclair 181 THAT staff report back to the Watershed Management Advisory Board's July Meeting on the environmental issues associated with the proposed expansion of the Saint Lawrence Seaway, including the affect on shorelines, habitats, water quality and human enjoyment along the entire Great Lakes system; AND FURTHER THAT Conservation Ontario be asked to comment on the issue. CARRIED RES. #A172 /02 - JESSAMYN HOLDINGS (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D58/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Frank Scarpitti Ian Sinclair THAT staff of the TRCA, including Adele Freeman, Ron Dewell, Mike Fenning and Chair Dick O'Brien, be thanked for their efforts with respect to the Jessamyn Holdings property. CARRIED RES. #A173 /02 - MEMBERS REMUNERATION Review of the Members remuneration which has not been adjusted since 1990. (Finance Res. #C 17/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Irene Jones Lorna Bissell THAT the Authority request the Ontario Municipal Board to approve the following remuneration, effective January 1, 2002: 1) Members per diem rate of $76 (per day); 2) Vice Chair to receive two times Members per diem when acting in place of the Chair; 3) Chair to receive annual honorarium of $25,000 effective January 1, 2002; $30,000 effective January 1, 2003 and $35,000 effective January 1, 2004; 4) Chair's remuneration not to include a vehicle; 5) Members, Vice Chair and Chair to be reimbursed for reasonable travel expenses at the rates established by TRCA for staff of the Authority; 6) Staff report to the Finance and Business Development Advisory Board in September on reimbursement for travel allowance, based on the CAA rates for cost of driving and the mileage rates paid by other municipalities in the GTA; AND FURTHER THAT staff and the Authority's solicitors, Gardiner Roberts LLP, be directed to make the necessary application to the Ontario Municipal Board. 182 AMENDMENT RES. #A174/02 Moved by: Seconded by: Joe Pantalone Lorna Bissell THAT Item 3) of the main motion be amended to read: 3) Chair, as a non - elected municipal member, to receive annual honorarium of $25,000 effective January 1, 2002; $30,000 effective January 1, 2003 and $35,000 effective January 1, 2004; Chair, when an elected municipal member and while holding elected municipal office, to receive two times the members per diem; RECORDED VOTE - AMENDMENT Maria Augimeri Yea Bas Balkissoon Nay David Barrow Nay Lorna Bissell Yea Ila Bossons Yea Susan DiMarco Nay Rob Ford Nay Cliff Gyles Nay Irene Jones Yea Anthony Ketchum Yea Jim McMaster Yea Peter Milczyn Yea Ron Moeser Yea Dick O'Brien Yea Bill O'Donnell Yea Linda Pabst Nay Joe Pantalone Yea Maja Prentice Nay Dave Ryan Yea Frank Scarpitti Yea Ian Sinclair Yea Tanny Wells Yea RECORDED VOTE - MAIN MOTION Maria Augimeri Yea Bas Balkissoon Yea David Barrow Yea Lorna Bissell Yea Ila Bossons Yea Susan DiMarco Yea Rob Ford Nay Cliff Gyles Yea Irene Jones Yea Anthony Ketchum Yea ti 183 Jim McMaster Yea Peter Milczyn Nay Ron Moeser Nay Dick O'Brien Yea Bill O'Donnell Yea Linda Pabst Yea Joe Pantalone Yea Maja Prentice Yea Dave Ryan Yea Frank Scarpitti Yea Ian Sinclair Yea Tanny Wells Yea THE AMENDMENT WAS CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION WAS CARRIED RES. #A175 /02 - OMB REQUIREMENT FOR APPROVAL OF CHANGES TO MEMBER REMUNERATION (Finance Res. #C18 /02) Moved by: Seconded by: David Barrow Bill O'Donnell THAT the Province of Ontario be requested to amend Section 37 of the Conservation Authorities Act to remove the requirement for OMB approval of changes to remuneration paid to members of Conservation Authorities; THAT Section 37 be amended to empower Conservation Authorities to determine the remuneration of members; AND FURTHER THAT Conservation Ontario, the Authority's Member Municipalities, and the Ministers of Natural Resources and Municipal Affairs and Housing be so advised. CARRIED SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION RES. #A176 /02 - SECTION 11- ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Maja Prentice Irene Jones 184 THAT Ontario Regulation 158 Items 8.11.1 - 8.11.50, inclusive, contained in Section II of Executive Committee Minutes #5/02, held on June 7, 2002, be received. RES. #A177 /02 - SECTION 11- ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: David Barrow Bill O'Donnell CARRIED THAT Section II Items 8.12 - 8.21, inclusive, contained in Section 11 of Executive Committee Minutes #5/02, held on June 7, 2002, be received. CARRIED Section 1I Items 8.12 - 8.21 APPOINTMENT OF ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS (Executive Res. #B65/02) AWARD FOR TENDER ES02 -06 (Executive Res. #B66/02) 2002 LABORATORY ANALYTICAL SERVICES (Executive Res. #B67/02) WASHROOM RENOVATIONS, CLAREMONT FIELD CENTRE (Executive Res. #B68/02) WEST DUFFINS, WHITEVALE, GANATSEKIAGON, URFE, CENTREVILLE AND ETOBICOKE CREEKS FLUVIAL GEOMORPHOLOGY STUDY (Executive Res. #B69/02) EARTH RANGERS - CONSTRUCTION AUTHORIZATION (Executive Res. #B70/02) TRCA REGIONAL WATERSHED MONITORING (Executive Res. #B71 /02) COMPREHENSIVE ENGINEERING ASSESSMENT OF TRCA WATER WORKS (Executive Res. #B72/02) HYDROGEOLOGICAL SERVICES (Executive Res. #B73/02) 2002 VEHICLE ACQUISITIONS (Executive Res. #B74/02) SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF ANOTHER BOARD RES. #A178 /02 - SECTION IV - ItEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF ANOTHER BOARD Moved by: Seconded by: Maja Prentice Dave Ryan 185 THAT Section IV Item 9.3 - Accounts Receivable Status Report, contained in Finance and Business Development Advisory Board Minutes #3/02, held on June 7, 2002, be received. CARRIED NEW BUSINESS RES. #A179/02 Moved by: Seconded by: Joe Pantalone Lorna Bissell THAT staff report back on the Authority's policy on restoration requirements. TERMINATION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11:23 a.m., on June 21, 2002. Dick O'Brien Chair /ks CARRIED J. Craig Mather Secretary- Treasurer 186 THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #7/02 July 26, 2002 The Authority Meeting #7/02, was held in the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village, on Friday, July 26, 2002. The Chair Dick O'Brien, called the meeting to order at 10:07 a.m. PRESENT Maria Augimeri Member David Barrow Member Lorna Bissell Member Ila Bossons Member Raymond Cho Member Michael Di Biase Member Cliff Gyles Member Suzan Hall Member Irene Jones Member Anthony Ketchum Member Jim McMaster Vice Chair Dick O'Brien Chair Gerri Lynn O'Connor Member Bill O'Donnell Member Linda Pabst Member Joe Pantalone Member Maja Prentice Member Dave Ryan Member Frank Scarpitti Member Sherene Shaw Member REGRETS Bas Balkissoon Member Susan DiMarco Member Rob Ford Member Pam McConnell Member Peter Milczyn Member Ron Moeser Member Ian Sinclair Member Tanny Wells Member 187 RES. #A180 /02 - MINUTES Moved by: Seconded by: Maja Prentice Jim McMaster THAT the Minutes of Meeting #6/02, held on June 21, 2002, be approved. BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES RES. #A181 /02 - ENBRIDGE CONSUMERS GAS Moved by: Seconded by: Joe Pantalone Ila Bossons CARRIED THAT the first paragraph of Res. #A144 /02, contained in Authority Minutes #6/02, held on June 21, 2002, be amended to read: THAT approval, as outlined in the main motion, be conditional on agreement by Enbrldge Consumers Gas to plant trees on the easement as part of the restoration work of the easment, to the satisfaction of staff. CARRIED RES. #A182 /02 - MINUTES Moved by: Joe Pantalone Seconded by: Linda Pabst THAT the Minutes of Meeting #6/02, held on June 21, 2002, as amended in Res. #A181 /02, be approved. CARRIED CONFLICT OF INTEREST Craig Mather, CAO, declared a conflict of interest with respect to item 11.5.18 - Stantec Consulting Limited (formerly Cosburn Patterson Mather Ltd.) as his wife is an employee of Stantec. 188 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION RES. #A183 /02 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation Component / Don River Watershed William N. Roome, CFN 32806. Purchase of property, located south of Sheppard Avenue, east of Bathurst Street, City of Toronto, (North Community), under the "Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 - 2005 ", Flood Plain and Conservation Component - Don River Watershed." (Executive Res. #B76/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Linda Pabst Bill O'Donnell THAT 0.43 hectares (1.066 acres), more or less, consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of vacant land, be purchased from William N. Roome, said land being Lot 159, and Part of Lot 158, Registered Plan 2456, City of Toronto, (North Community), located south of Sheppard Avenue, east of Bathurst Street; THAT consideration is to be sum of $47,000.00, plus vendor's reasonable legal costs; THAT TRCA receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be Instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred Incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate TRCA officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED RES. #A184 /02 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed Joseph and Brenda Horan, CFN 32763. Acquisition of a conservation easement, located on the north side of Mill Lane, east of The Gore Road, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel under the "Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 - 2005 ", floodplain and conservation component, Humber River Watershed. (Executive Res. #B77/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Linda Pabst Bill O'Donnell 189 THAT a conservation easement for the protection of the environmental features and functions containing approximately 0.243 hectares (0.600 acres), of land be purchased from Joseph and Brenda Horan, said land being Part of the West Half of Lot 22, Concession 4, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel, designated as Part 6 on Plan 43R- 27165, located on the north side of Mill Lane, east of The Gore Road; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THAT Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate TRCA officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED RES. #A185/02 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Rouge River Watershed The Jefferson Forest Development Corporation, CFN 33279. Acquisition of a conservation easement, located east of Yonge Street, north of 19th Avenue, Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York under the "Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 - 2005 ", floodplain and conservation component, Rouge River Watershed. (Executive Res. #878/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Linda Pabst Bill O'Donnell THAT a conservation easement for the protection of the environmental features and functions containing approximately 0.166 hectares (0.410 acres), of land be purchased from The Jefferson Forest Development Corporation, said land being Part of Lot 56, Concession 1, East of Yonge Street, Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York, designated as Parts 1 -19 inclusive on a draft plan of survey prepared by Schaeffer & Dzaldov Limited under their Job No. 00- 252 -06 -2, located east of Yonge Street, north of 19th Avenue; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THAT Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate TRCA officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED 190 RES. #A186 /02 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation Component / Humber River Watershed Estate of Olive Bennett, CFN 33262. Olive Bennett provided to the Conservation Foundation of Greater in her Will, the opportunity accept title to her property located at 10780 Pine Valley Drive, Vaughan. (Executive Res. #B79/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Linda Pabst Bill O'Donnell THAT 4 hectares (10 acres), more or Tess, consisting of a rectangular shaped parcel of land together with a bungalow, be acquired from the Estate of Olive Bennett through the Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto said land being Part of Lot 26, Concession 7, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, located at 10780 Pine Valley Drive; THAT consideration is to be the payment of the outstanding mortgage against the property together with all outstanding debts against the estate (The total of these costs is estimated at $110,000); THAT TRCA receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses Incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate TRCA officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED RES. #A187 /02 - CITY OF TORONTO Conveyance of Land for the Don Valley Parkway located south of Eglinton Avenue, City of Toronto (Downtown Community) Don River Watershed, CFN 33224. Receipt of a request from the City of Toronto for conveyance of land for the Don Valley Parkway located south of Eglinton Avenue , City of Toronto (Downtown Community). (Executive Res. #B80/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Joe Pantalone David Barrow THAT item 8.5 - City of Toronto, be deferred to a future Executive Committee Meeting to allow staff to discuss with City of Toronto staff the portion of Authority land being conveyed to the City of Toronto. CARRIED 191 RES. #A188 /02 - YORK CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD Request for release of any and all interest_of the Authority in a small portion of land located on the northeast corner of Islington Avenue and Rutherford Road, City of Vaughan, Humber River Watershed, CFN 22925. The Authority is in receipt of a request from the York Catholic District School Board, the owner of the property located on the northeast corner of Islington Avenue and Rutherford Road, in the City of Vaughan, for the Authority to release any and all interest in a small fragment of land to allow its sale to The Regional Municipality of York for the widening of Rutherford Road. (Executive Res. #B81 /02) Moved by: Seconded by: Linda Pabst Bill O'Donnell WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from the York Catholic District School Board to release any and all interest in land located on the northeast corner of Rutherford Road, east of Islington Avenue, in the City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York; 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 York Catholic District School Board in this Instance; LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT the Authority release any and all interest in a small parcel of land containing 0.195 acres (0.079 hectares), more or less, to the York Catholic District School Board, said land being Part Lot 16, Concession 7, further being described as Part 5 on Reference Plan 65R- 24598, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York; THAT consideration Is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, with the York Catholic District School Board being responsible for all legal and other costs Involving the release of Interest in the land; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. CARRIED RES. #A189 /02 - CONTRACT ES00 -14 EXTENSION Supply of Operated Heavy Construction Equipment and Dump Trucks.. Extension of contract ES00 -14, Supply of Rental Rates for Operated Heavy Construction Equipment and Dump Trucks, for a further one year period. (Executive Res. #B82/02) 192 Moved by: Seconded by: Linda Pabst Bill O'Donnell THAT the Watershed Management Division utilize, as required, the services of Sartor and Susan Limited for the supply of operated heavy construction equipment and dump trucks during 2002/2003, construction period. CARRIED RES. #A190 /02 - COMMUNITY SAFETY VILLAGE OF YORK REGION PROPOSAL - BRUCE'S MILL CONSERVATION AREA CFN 32509. Community Safety Village of York Region's preliminary design proposal for the safety village at Bruce's Mill Conservation Area. (Public Use Res. #E23/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Lorna Bissell Maria Augimeri THAT the Community Safety Village of York Region's preliminary design proposal for the safety village at Bruce's Mill Conservation Area be received; AND FURTHER THAT Community Safety Village of York Region be advised that TRCA approves the preliminary design proposal. CARRIED RES. #A191 /02 - POLICY AND PROCEDURES FOR WATER BASED ACTIVITIES Changes to the Policy and Procedures for Water Based Activities as outlined below. (Public Use Res. #E24/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Lorna Bissell Maria Augimeri THAT the attached Policy and Procedures for Water Based Activities, be approved. CARRIED RES. #A192 /02 - THE ULTIMATE PICNIC: VISION FOR GROUP PICNICS To develop a streamlined Picnic Business incorporating added service levels, a fee schedule for large picnic groups, exclusivity of vendors and improvement to the existing reservation process. (Public Use Res. #E25/02) 193 Moved by: Seconded by: Lorna Bissell Maria Augimeri THAT the proposed group picnicking rates be approved; THAT exclusivity for our preferred vendors be implemented over the next two years; AND FURTHER THAT reservation procedures become stringent on group size. CARRIED RES. #A193 /02 - PAULYNN PARK BANK STABILIZATION PROJECT A Bank Stabilization Project at Paulynn Park in the Town of Ajax (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D61 /02) Moved by: Seconded by: David Barrow Dave Ryan THAT the report on the implementation of the bank stabilization project be received for Information; AND FURTHER THAT Authority Members be encouraged to come out and participate In the family activites planned and see the bank stabilization project in progress CARRIED RES. #A194 /02 - WALKERTON INQUIRY PART 2 REPORT IMPLICATIONS Release of the Walkerton Inquiry Part 2 Report and its implications for future workplans and annual budgets of TRCA. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D62/02 & D63/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Joe Pantalone Anthony Ketchum THAT staff continue to participate in discussions with Conservation Ontario and the Province regarding the requirements of watershed -based source protection plans and the specific role of conservation authorities; THAT staff confirm the status of source protection plan components with regional municipal partners and coordinate with them on the development of workplans for the completion of these plans; THAT staff incorporate in the Authority's 2003 -2007 budget, the anticipated work program elements of watershed -based source protection plans for which TRCA would be responsible; 194 THAT staff pursue provincial funding sources to provide matching dollars in support of source protection planning Initiatives; AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Authority on the Conservation Ontario budget submission to Superbuild, with further clarification of TRCA's portion of this submission. AMENDMENT #1 RES. #A195 /02 Moved by: Seconded by: Iia Bossons Joe Pantalone THAT the following be added before the last paragraph of the main motion: THAT included in the budget for source protection planning Initiatives be a realistic proposal on how much the education component of such initiatives would cost. AMENDMENT #2 RES. #A196 /02 Moved by: Seconded by: Ila Bossons Joe Pantalone THAT the fourth paragraph of the main motion be amended to read: THAT staff expeditiously pursue provincial funding sources to provide matching dollars in support of source protection planning initiatives; AMENDMENT #1 WAS CARRIED AMENDMENT #2 WAS CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED RES. #A197 /02 - REGION OF PEEL, CALEDON EAST WELLFIELD TRCA Participation in Region of Peel's Monitoring Program for Caledon East WelIfield (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D64/02) Moved by: Seconded by: David Barrow Dave Ryan 195 THAT staff be directed to provide assistance to the Region of Peel in the implementation of its Caledon East Wellfield Monitoring Program. CARRIED RES. #A198 /02 - ROTARY FRENCHMAN'S BAY WEST PARK - MASTER PLAN A Park Master Plan has been developed by the Toronto Region Conservation Authority in partnership with the City of Pickering, the Rotary club of Pickering, and the local residents for the Frenchman's Bay West property. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D65/02) . Moved by: Seconded by: David Barrow Dave Ryan THAT the Master Plan for Rotary Park Frenchman's Bay West be approved; THAT staff be directed to seek and assemble financial partnerships for the implementation of the various park components; AND FURTHER THAT The City of Pickering Council be notified of the Authority Approval of the Park Plan. CARRIED RES. #A199 /02 - THIESS SERVICES INTERNATIONAL RIVERPRIZE Brisbane, Australia. TRCA's nomination for the Thiess Services International Riverprize, Brisbane, Australia (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D66/02) Moved by: Seconded by: David Barrow Dave Ryan THAT staff be authorized to attend the Fifth International River Management Symposium between September 3 -6, 2002. CARRIED RES. #A200 /02 - FLOODPLAIN MAPPING UPDATE FOR THE ROUGE RIVER WATERSHED Approval of the updated Rouge River Watershed hydrology, hydraulics and 1:2,000 scale digital floodplain mapping. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D67/02) 196 Moved by: Seconded by: David Barrow Dave Ryan THAT the updated hydrologic and hydraulic information and 1:2,000 scale digital floodplain mapping be used In managing the regulatory floodplain within the Rouge River Watershed. THAT the standardized channel and floodplain roughness coefficients (Attachment 1) be adopted for use In all future hydraulic floodplain mapping updates within TRCA watersheds. CARRIED RES. #A201 /02 - DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL Minutes of Meetings #4/02 and #5/02. The minutes of meetings #4/02 and #5/02, held on April 18, 2002 and May 16, 2002, respectively, of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council are provided for information. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D68/02) Moved by: Seconded by: David Barrow Dave Ryan THAT the minutes of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council of meetings #4/02 and #5/02, as appended, be received. RES. #A202 /02 - STATE OF THE CITY REPORT (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D69/02) Moved by: Seconded by: David Barrow Dave Ryan CARRIED THAT staff be directed to compile an inventory of all organizations and municipalities in the GTA that prepare state of the environment reports or report cards on how - governments, business or Industries are doing with respect to the environment; AND FURTHER THAT staff report on the potential of joining with these organizations in the development of one regional environmental state of the environment report. CARRIED 197 RES. #A203 /02 - REQUEST FOR DISPOSAL OF AUTHORITY OWNED LANDS Rear of 7 Bevan Road, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York CFN 33029. Receipt of a request to consider disposing of a parcel of TRCA land at the rear of 7 Bevan Road, located south of Major Mackenzie Drive, west of Keele Street in the Maple area of the City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York. (Executive Res. #B90/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Bill O'Donnell Michael Di Biase THAT Item 7.1 - Request for Disposal of Authority Owned Lands, Rear of 7 Bevan Road, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, be deferred to Executive Committee Meeting #8/02, to be held on September 6, 2002. CARRIED RES. #A204 /02 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Duffin Creek Watershed Doreen Trifiletti, CFN 32685. Acquisition of a parcel of land located west of Concession Road 3, south of Durham Regional Road 21, Township of Uxbridge, under the "Natural Heritage Lands Protection & Acquisition Project 2001 - 2005 ", floodplain and conservation component, Duffin Creek Watershed. (Executive Res. #B91 /02) Moved by: Seconded by: Bill O'Donnell Michael Di Biase THAT Resolution #264/01, adopted by the Authority at Meeting #10/01, held on January 11, 2002, be rescinded and the following be approved: THAT 5.69 hectares (14.05 acres) more or less, consisting of a rectangular shaped parcel of vacant land together with an access be purchased from Doreen Trifilettl, said land being Part of Lot 13, Concession 2, Township of Uxbridge, in the Regional Municipality of Durham, on the west side of Concession Road 3, south of Durham Regional Road 21 and further described as Parts 1 and 2 on Reference Plan 40R- 21210; THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, with the Authority being responsible for the cost of the survey and reasonable legal fees; THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; 198 THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred Incidental to the closing for the land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED RES. #A205/02 - THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF CALEDON Request for a Permanent Easement for an outlet, swale and storm water management pond, Humber River Watershed, Town of Caledon, CFN 28447. Receipt of a request from the Corporation of the Town of Caledon to provide a permanent easement for an outlet, swale and storm water management pond on the east side of Albion- Vaughan Road, south of King Road, Humber River Watershed, Township of King, Regional Municipality of York. (Executive Res. #B92/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Bill O'Donnell Michael Di Biase THAT WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is In receipt of a request from the Corporation of the Town of Caledon to provide a permanent easement for an outlet, swale and storm water management pond on the east side of Albion- Vaughan Road, south of King Road, Township of King, Regional Municipality of York; AND WHEREAS It is in the opinion of the Authority that it Is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to cooperate with the Corporation of the Town of Caledon In this Instance; LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT a permanent easement containing 0.653 hectares, more or less, (1.614 acres) be granted to the Corporation of the Town of Caledon for an outlet, swale and storm water management pond, said land being Part of Lot 5, Concession 11, Township of King, Regional Municipality of York; THAT TRCA grant the easement across the subject land on the following terms and conditions; (a) The consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00; (b) The Corporation of the Town of Caledon Is to pay all legal, appraisal, survey and other costs incurred to complete the transaction; 199 (c) The Corporation of the Town of Caledon is to fully indemnify TRCA from any and all claims for injuries, damages or costs of any nature, resulting in any way, either directly or indirectly, from the granting of this easement or carrying out of construction; (d) THAT archaeological investigation 1s to be conducted before any site disturbance with any mitigative measures required being carried out all at the expense of the Corporation of the Town of Caledon; THAT said easement be subject to the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources In accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27 as amended; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate TRCA officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. CARRIED RES. #A206 /02 - HEAD OFFICE HEATING /AIR CONDITIONING RETROFIT Authorization to Award Contract. Authorizes the Chair, Director, Finance and Business Development and Chief Administrative Officer to award a contract for purchase and installation of head office heating and air conditioning system. (Executive Res. #893/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Bill O'Donnell Michael Di Biase THAT the Chair, Chief Administrative Officer and the Director, Finance and Business Development be authorized to award a contract not to exceed $596,625 for purchase and installation of heating and air - conditioning systems at the Authority's Head Office subject to the contract being tendered in accordance with the TRCA Purchasing Policy and a report on the results of the tender being available to the Executive Committee at its September 5, 2002, meeting. SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION RES. #A207 /02 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Lorna Bissell Sherene Shaw 200 CARRIED THAT Ontario Regulation 158 items 8.8.1 - 8.8.28, inclusive, contained in Section II of Executive Committee Minutes #6/02, held on July 5, 2002, be received. RES. #A208 /02 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Anthony Ketchum Frank Scarpitti CARRIED THAT Section II item 8.9 - Consulting Engineer Services for the Upgrading of HVAC Systems and Related Building Elements Located at the 5 Shoreham Drive, Downsview, Ontario Facility , contained in Executive Committee Minutes #6/02, held on July 5, 2002, be received. RES. #A209 /02 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Cliff Gyles Maja Prentice CARRIED THAT Section II items 8.10 & 8.11, contained in Executive Committee Minutes #6/02, held on July 5, 2002, be received. CARRIED Section II Items 8.10 & 8.11 FLOODPLAIN MAPPING SCANNING AND VECTORIZATION PROJECT FOR THE DUFFINS CREEK WATERSHED (Executive Res. #B87/02) THE CITY OF TORONTO VALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION PROJECT, 2002 - 2006 (Executive Res. #888/02) RES. #A210 /02 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Joe Pantalone Anthony Ketchum THAT Ontario Regulation 158 items 11.5.1 - 11.5.52, inclusive, contained in Section II of Executive Committee Minutes #7/02, held on July 26, 2002, be received. CARRIED 201 RES. #A211 /02 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Cliff Gyles Gerri Lynn O'Connor THAT Section II items 11.6 - 11.12, with the exception of 11.7 - Lease of a 2 Colour printer, which was withdrawn, contained in Executive Committee Minutes #7/02, held on July 26, 2002, be received. CARRIED Section II Items 11.6, 11.8 - 11.12 AWARD OF CONTRACT - UPGRADING HEAD OFFICE SECURITY LIGHTING (Executive Res. #898/02) FLOODPLAIN MAPPING SCANNING AND VECTORIZATION PROJECT FOR THE DUFFINS CREEK WATERSHED (Executive Res. #899/02) UPPER HUMBER RIVER WATER BUDGET ANALYSIS (Executive Res. #B 100/02) NATUALIZATION AND RELOCATION OF THE BLACK CREEK CHANNEL THROUGH THE LAMBTON GOLF CLUB (Executive Res. #B 101 /02) PARTNERSHIP WITH DUCKS UNLIMITED CANADA (Executive Res. #B 102/02) AWARDING OF CONTRACT - SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF NEW CARPET (Executive Res. #B 103/02) NEW BUSINESS RES. #A212 /02 Moved by: Seconded by: Ila Bossons Joe Pantalone THAT staff report back with respect to TRCA's policy on paved surfaces as part of the permit review process; AND FURTHER THAT TRCA policies be reviewed in terms of the feasibility of incorporating a clause within our policies requiring tree planting as compensation for all new paving works requiring an Authority permit. CARRIED 202 TERMINATION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11:26 a.m., on July 26, 2002. Dick O'Brien Chair /ks J. Craig Mather Secretary- Treasurer c. THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #8/02 September 27, 2002 The Authority Meeting #8102, was held at the Boyd Office, on Friday, September 27, 2002 . The Chair Dick O'Brien, called the meeting to order at 10:20 a.m. PRESENT David Barrow Member Lorna Bissell Member Ila Bossons Member Raymond Cho Member Michael Di Biase Member Cliff Gyles Member Suzan Hall Member Irene Jones Member Anthony Ketchum Member Pam McConnell Member Dick O'Brien Chair Joe Pantalone Member Dave Ryan Member Tanny Wells Member REGRETS Maria Augimeri Member Bas Balkissoon Member Susan DiMarco Member Rob Ford Member Jim McMaster Vice Chair Peter Milczyn Member Ron Moeser Member Gerri Lynn O'Connor Member Bill O'Donnell Member Linda Pabst Member Maja Prentice Member Frank Scarpitti Member Ian Sinclair Member Sherene Shaw Member 204 RES. #A213 /02 - MINUTES Moved by: Seconded by: Dave Ryan Joe Pantalone THAT the Minutes of Meeting #7/02, held on July 26, 2002, be approved. CARRIED PRESENTATIONS (a) Ron Dewell, Manager, Property and Asset Management and Leslie Price from the Kortright Centre for Conservation, be congratulated on their recognition by the Rouge Park Alliance at their awards night to be held on October 3, 2002, for the work they have done in the Rouge Watershed. RES. #A214 /02 - PRESENTATIONS Moved by: Seconded by: Lorna Bissell Irene Jones THAT above -noted presentation (a) be heard and received. CORRESPONDENCE (a) CARRIED An email from Madeline McDowell, Chair, Humber Heritage Committee, in regards to a pedestrian and cycle trail connecting the Humber River trails to the City of Toronto. RES. #A215 /02 - CORRESPONDENCE Moved by: ' Seconded by: Lorna Bissell Irene Jones THAT above -noted correspondence (a) be received. CARRIED 205 CORRESPONDENCE (A) "Madeleine McDowell" <m.mcdowell @sympatico.ca> on 09/26/2002 12:01:23 AM Please respond to "Madeleine McDowell" <m.mcdowell @sympatico.ca> To: Lia Lappano /MTRCA @MTRCA cc: Subject: For Authority Meeting,Friday Setember 27th Chairman Dick O'Brien Toronto and Region Conservation Authority 5 Shoreham Drive, Dear Chairman O'Brien: September 25th 2002 I will not waste your time with a lengthy letter. Yesterday I attended the opening ceremonies for the Humber Bay Butterfly Habitat. Both the Habitat and the ceremonies were lovely and a credit to the City and the Conservation Authority. I was struck by the fact though, that Humber Bay and the Humber River are not linked for pedestrians and cyclists! I have been raising this matter for several years now and this seems again an opportune moment to do so again. We who live north of the rail lines have no simple access to the River's mouth, other than by car. The entire Watershed ,with the exception of the water flow, is isolated from the Lake. At the same time, those traveling the trail along the Lake are cut off trom the largest watershed in the G.T.A. and the beauty of the only Canadian Heritage River in the Golden Horseshoe. What could be a significant recreational resource, both for visitors and local population, is wasted. We need a Link to the Lake! We need a Pedestrian and Cycle Trail connection for the miles (or kilometers) of trails up the Humber and linking with the rest of the City and its population. When will we get it? Thank you for your kind attention, Yours sincerely, Madeleine McDowell Chair,Humber Heritage Committee cc. Councilor Irene Jones, Councilor David Miller, Toronto Pedestrian Committee, Toronto Cycling Committee 206 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION RES. #A216/02 - MEETING SCHEDULE 2003 -04 To provide a schedule of meetings for the forthcoming Authority year, beginning February, 2003 and ending January 30, 2004. Moved by: Seconded by: Irene Jones Lorna Bissell THAT the changes made to the Schedule of Meetings 2002 -2003 be approved; THAT the Schedule of Meetings 2003 -2004, dated September 16, 2002, and amended on September 27, 2002, be approved; AND FURTHER THAT the Secretary- Treasurer distribute this schedule at the earliest opportunity to all agencies who appoint members to The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. CARRIED BACKGROUND At Authority Annual Meeting #1/02, Res. #A6 /02 was adopted which states: "THAT Section 8.1 of the Rules For The Conduct of the Authority 1999, be deleted and the following substituted such that the positions of Chair and Vice Chair of the Authority's Advisory Boards and the required positions on the Executive Committee shall be filled for a term of three years: Section 8.1 The appointment of auditors and the election of the Chair and Vice Chair of the Authority shall be held at the first meeting of the Authority in each year; The election of the Chairs and Vice Chairs of the Advisory Boards and the election of the remaining members of the Executive Committee shall be held every three years at the Annual Meeting immediately following every municipal election; In the event any Chair, Vice Chair or Executive Member does not wish or is unable to continue to hold their position for the full three year term, they will make this known to the Secretary- Treasurer in advance of the first meeting of the Authority in each calendar year and an election for this position shall be held.; THAT this change be deemed to be effective from the Annual Meeting held on February 23, 2001. THAT the dates of future Annual Meetings be changed to accommodate the budget meeting schedule for our member municipalities, such that the Annual Meeting held following a municipal election be in January while the Annual Meetings in the interim two years between elections be moved to February; 207 AND FURTHER THAT the member municipalities be required to make their appointments to the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority prior to the scheduled Annual Meeting date. Based on this resolution, the Annual Meeting for the 2002 -03 year must be rescheduled from January to February, 2003. The meeting schedule for the 2003 -04 year must be in accordance with the above resolution. RATIONALE In accordance with Res. #A6 /02, the 2003 Annual Meeting is to be rescheduled for Friday, February 28, 2003. Meetings to be held in January and February of 2003 will be considered part of the 2002 series of meetings and will be renumbered as appropriate. Since almost all members of the Authority sit on Councils, Boards or Committees which usually meet on days other than Friday, we have arranged this schedule to accommodate all Authority meetings on Friday. Full Authority meetings have been scheduled for the last Friday of the month, with exceptions in the months of May and December to accommodate the issuance of minutes and the holiday season. Executive Committee meetings have been scheduled for the first Friday of the month, with an exception in the month of November to avoid meeting on the Friday before the Toronto Municipal Election. There are no meetings scheduled for the month of August, but to accommodate the large number of permit requests at this time, an additional Executive Committee meeting is scheduled in July. In accordance with Res. #A6 /02, the 2004 Annual Meeting is to be held on Friday, January 30, 2004. All Authority and Watershed Management Advisory Board meetings will be held at 10:00 a.m. The Finance and Business Development, Executive Committee and Public Use Advisory Board Meetings will be held at 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. respectively. Finance and Business Development and Public Use Advisory Board Meetings have been scheduled on the same day as most Executive Committee Meetings to streamline the meeting schedule. Report prepared by: Andrea Fennell, 416 - 667 -6281 For Information contact: Andrea Fennell, 416 - 667 -6281 or Kathy Stranks, extension 5264 Date: September 10, 2002 Attachments: 1 208 Attachment 1 THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY MEETING SCHEDULE 2003 -2004 " rJ �i1U D ` Jan. 10 J T l•TIOI j 10:00 a.m. Authori #11/02 Feb. 14 10:00 a.m. Jan. 17 9:00 a.m. F &BD #7/02 ANNUAL Authori #1/03 Air. 25 Jan. 17 10:30 a.m. Executive #12/02 Jan. 24 10:00 a.m. Authority #12/02 (Formerly ANNUAL Authority #1 /03 Feb. 7 10:30 a.m. Air. 4 9:00 a.m. Executive #13/02 Feb. 7 11:30 a.m. Public Use #7/02 Feb. 14 10:00 a.m. Watershed M • t. #8/02 Feb. 21 10:00 a.m. ANNUAL Authori #1/03 y"y�� - 11U.1�%9 D D __.._.. i__.._.__.... E i .� I 1 �)ti�`j�ci:nil1 l I�`C�.t��:1 _._.. Air. 4 9:00 a.m. F &BD #2/03 Air. 4 10:30 a.m. Executive #2/03 Air. 4 11:30 a.m. Public Use #1/03 A • r. 11 10:00 a.m. Watershed Mgt. #1/03 Air. 25 10:00 a.m. Authori #3/03 209 1 _ 03- -- Ma 2 L ._ r _ D..'S 4111t 10:30 a.m. June 6 Executive #3/03 Public Use #2/03 June 13 Ma 16 Watershed Mgt. #2/03 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Authori #4/03 June 6 1 Jrciiogyi,"---,-,-*3 , 617; LL3—e_077_1IT,)17._ 'II J 10:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. F &BD #3/03 June 6 10:30 a.m. Executive #4/03 June 6 11:30 a.m. Public Use #2/03 June 13 10:00 a.m. Watershed Mgt. #2/03 June 27 10:00 a.m. Authori #5/03 Jul. 4 1 Jrciiogyi,"---,-,-*3 , 617; LL3—e_077_1IT,)17._ 'II J 10:30 a.m. Executive #5/03 Jul. 4 11:30 a.m. Public Use #3/03 Jul. 11 10:00 a.m. Watershed M•t. #3/03 Jul. 25 9:00 a.m. -South Theatre Executive #6/03 Jul. 25 10:00 a.m. Authori #6/03 'L'i- AnI:0 1t L:J� } arLY r pLI�F 1 _ _` - - Seat. 5 _ _. _.-__._ _ 9:00 a.m. -- - _ F &BD #4/03 Seat. 5 10:30 a.m. Executive #7/03 Se •t. 12 10:00 a.m. ' Watershed M • t. #4/03 Se•t. 26 10:00 a.m. Authori #7/03 210 Oct. 3 9:00 a.m. F &BD #5/03 Oct. 3 10:30 a.m. Executive #8/03 Oct. 3 11:30 a.m. Public Use #4/03 Oct. 17 10:00 a.m. Watershed Mgt. #5/03 Oct. 31 10:00 a.m. Authority #8103 210 Nov. 14 tilIUft.. F &BD #6103 9:00 a.m. Nov. 14 10:30 a.m. Executive #9/03 Nov. 28 10:00 a.m. Authori #9/03 J Dec. 5 tilIUft.. 1-91-----, tLlr k�� I 10:30 a.m. Executive #10/03 Dec. 5 11:30 a.m. Public Use #5/03 Dec. 12 10:00 a.m. Watershed Met. #6/03 .. 01.∎_GYYVs ri :L0 , - -- 'TWO D 7- 1-M, r Jan. 9 10:00 a.m. Authori #10/03 Jan. 16 9:00 a.m. F &BD #7/03 Jan. 16 10:30 a.m. Executive #11/03 Jan. 30 10:00 a.m. ANNUAL Authori #1/04 Legend: Full Authority (Authority) Executive Committee (Executive) Finance and Business Development Advisory Board (F &BD) Watershed Management and Business Development Advisory Board (Watershed Mgt.) Public Use Advisory Board (Public Use) • All Watershed Mgt. and Authority meetings will be held in the South Theatre, Visitor's Centre, Black Creek Pioneer Village, 1000 Murray Ross Parkway, Downsview, Ontario. Executive Committee, Finance, and Public Use meetings will be held in the Humber Room, Head Office, 5 Shoreham Dr., unless otherwise noted on the agenda. The July 25, 2003 Executive Committee Meeting will be in the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village. • Full Authority and Watershed Mgt. meetings will be held at 10:00 a.m., unless otherwise noted on the agenda. • F &BD, Executive, and Public Use meetings will be held at 9:00, 10:30 & 11:30 a.m., respectively, unless otherwise noted on the agenda. The July 25, 2003 Executive Committee Meeting will be at 9 am. For further information, please contact Kathy Stranks at (416) 661 -6600, ext. 5264, or Andrea Fennell at (416) 667 -6281. 211 RES. #A217/02 - TEMPORARY HOUSING ON THE HOME DEPOT INC. SITE CITY OF TORONTO A proposal for transitional housing on the Home Deport Inc. site. Moved by: Seconded by: Michael Di Biase David Barrow THAT the report on the Home Depot Inc. site be received. CARRIED BACKGROUND At Watershed Management Advisory Board meeting #5/02, Ms. Ila Bossons provided a letter that she had sent to Robert A. Fung, Chair of the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation, registering her concerns over a proposal to provide temporary housing on the Home Depot Inc. site. As a result of this letter, the Watershed Management Advisory Board approved Res. #D84 /02 as follows: THAT staff report to the September 27th Authority Meeting with a recommendation on the Home Depot Site: Proposal for "temporary' housing, and it's affect on the proposed work on the Lower Don and the Waterfront Plan. The TRCA staff were contacted by the City of Toronto Planning staff regarding a proposal by a group of `not for profit' housing advocates for disadvantaged people within the Toronto area. The proposal included paving the Home Depot Inc. site which is located at the southwest corner of Cherry Street and the Keating Channel. Temporary housing and servicing would then be located on -site replacing the current situation where approximately 100 persons are currently living without services. Staff of the TRCA identified concerns, as this site is within the Regional Storm flood plain although velocity and depths are minimal. Concerns were also identified as this location is in the proposed area for the renaturalization of the Mouth of the Don. TRCA staff are currently negotiating a contribution agreement with the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation to enable the Environmental Assessment for the naturalization of the lower flood protection of the Portlands, West Don Lands and related areas to begin as soon as possible. This proposal to locate temporary housing required a temporary zoning bylaw change. Staff of the Authority have now been advised that the owner, Home Depot Inc., will not be pursing this at this time because of the temporary nature of the proposed by -law. No further action is required by the Authority staff. For Information contact: Adele Freeman, extension 5238 Date: September 18, 2002 212 RES. #A218/02 - ROUGE PARK WEEK Request to officially declare the week of September 30th to October 5th, 2002 as Rouge Park Week. Moved by: Seconded by: Michael Di Biase David Barrow THAT TRCA officially declare the week of September 30th to October 5th, 2002 as "Rouge Park Week". CARRIED BACKGROUND As outlined in the attached letter dated September 10, 2002, Ron Christie, Chair of the Rouge Park Alliance is requesting that TRCA officially declare the week of September 30th to October 5th, 2002 as Rouge Park Week. The Rouge Park Alliance also requests that if TRCA does make this declaration, that the Rouge Park flag be flown at our corporate offices during this week. As Head Office does not have a flag pole, the flag can be flown at Black Creek Pioneer Village. The same request was made of TRCA in 2001, which was approved by Res. #A187 /01, as follows: THAT TRCA officially declare the week of October 15 -20, 2001 as "Rouge Park Week'. Given the strong relationship with the Rouge Park Alliance, staff recommend granting the request outlined in the letter. For Information contact: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264 Date: September 16, 2002 Attachments: 1 213 Attachment 1 etio_ Rouge Park Rouge Park 50 Bloomington Road West Aurora, ON L4G 3G8 September 10, 2002 Mr. Dick O'Brien Chair Toronto & Region Conservation Authority ,S Shoreham Drive 'Downsview, ON M3N 1 S4 Dear Mr. O'Brien: Tel: (905) 713 -6038 Fas: (905) 713 -6028 On behalf of the Rouge Park Alliance, I respectfully request that the Toronto & Region Conservation Authority officially declare the week of September 30th to October 5th, 2002 as "Rouge Park Week" and join our celebrations by flying the Rouge Park flag at your corporate offices during this week. As a partner organization of the Rouge Park Alliance, we have valued your contributions to the management of the Rouge Park in the past and look forward to your cooperation in the future. Sincerely, ORIGINAL SIGNED BY R. M. Christie Chair Rouge Park Alliance MN /dm f 214 RES. #A219 /02 - REQUEST FOR DISPOSAL OF AUTHORITY OWNED LANDS Rear of 8 Bevan Road, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York CFN 33029. Receipt of a request to consider disposing of a parcel of TRCA land at the rear of 8 Bevan Road, located south of Major Mackenzie Drive, west of Keele Street in the Maple area of the City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York. (Executive Res. #B 106/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Dave Ryan Irene Jones THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority lands located at the rear of 8 Bevan Road located south of Major Mackenzie Drive, west of Keele Street in the Maple area of the City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, be retained for conservation purposes. CARRIED RES. #A220 /02 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Etobicoke Creek Watershed 1900 Sismet Road, City of Mississauga. Hubertus Investments Limited, CFN 33439. Acquisition of a parcel of land located on the south side of Sismet Road, west of Creekbank Road, City of Mississauga, Regional Municipality of Peel under the "Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 - 2005 ", floodplain and conservation component, Etobicoke Creek Watershed. (Executive Res. #8107/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Dave Ryan Irene Jones THAT 0.258 hectares (0.638 acres) more or less, consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of land be purchased from Hubertus Investments Limited, said land being part of Block H, Registered Plan 924, City of Mississauga, Regional Municipality of Peel, on the south side of Sismet Road, West of Creekbank Road and further described as Part 1 and 11 on Reference Plan 43R- 27232; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THAT Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be Instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate TRCA officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED 215 RES. #A221 /02 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation Component/Don River Watershed Don - Greenbelt Developments Inc., CFN 33454. Purchase of property located south of Lawrence Avenue East, west of the Don Valley Parkway, City of Toronto (Midtown Community), under the "Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 - 2005" Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Don River Watershed. (Executive Res. #B 108/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Dave Ryan Irene Jones THAT 0.905 acres (0.366 hectares), more or less, of vacant land, be purchased from Don - Greenbelt Developments Inc., being Part of Lot 3, Concession 3 East of Yonge 'Street, and Part of Block S, Registered Plan 4566 and designated as Blocks 1 and 19 on a draft Plan of Subdivision prepared by J. D. Barnes Limited under their Reference No.: 0121- 613 -00, City of Toronto (Midtown Community), located south of Lawrence Avenue East, west of the Don Valley Parkway; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THAT TRCA receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate TRCA officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED RES. #A222 /02 - RENEWAL OF INSTALLATION AGREEMENT WITH THE GREATER TORONTO AIRPORT AUTHORITY Vicinity of Acacia Avenue, City of Toronto, CFN 23033. Receipt of a request from the City of Toronto for approval of the Toron -o and Region Conservation Authority, for renewal of an existing installat on agreement. (Executive Res. #B 109/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Dave Ryan Irene Jones THAT WHEREAS The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is the owner of Part of Lot 12, Concession VI and Lot 247, Registered Plan 1842, City of Toronto; 216 AND WHEREAS the subject lands have been turned over to the City of Toronto, in accordance with the terms of an agreement dated June 14, 1961; THAT the Authority approve renewal of the installation agreement with the Greater Toronto Airport Authority for a term of 5 years commencing April 1, 2002, on the basis as set out in the Delegated Approval Form, Tracking No. 2002 -080, approved on May 29, 2002, by the City of Toronto Chief Administrative Officer; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give affect thereto, Including obtaining necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. CARRIED RES. #A223 /02 - THE LIVING CITY CENTRE AT KORTRIGHT Proposal for Consulting Services to Support the Realization of the Living City Centre. The TRCA has received a proposal from Enerlife Consulting for services to support the realization of the Living City Centre. The work proposed by Enerlife is needed to move the project forward in this crucial stage of planning. (Executive Res. #B 110/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Dave Ryan Irene Jones THAT Enerlife Consulting be hired to complete project management services in accordance with Phase I of their proposal within 2002 to support the realization of the Living City Centre, at the cost of $56,610; AND FURTHER THAT Enerlife be contracted to complete the full proposal in 2003 at a total cost of approximately $135,000, subsequent to the satisfactory completion of Phase I and the availability of funding in 2003. CARRIED RES. #A224 /02 - FRENCHMAN'S BAY WATERSHED REHABILITATION PROJECT Collaborative Agreement. To receive approval to sign the collaborative agreement (Oct. 1/02 - Sept. 31/07) for the Frenchman's Bay Watershed Rehabilitation Project subject to receipt of Ontario Trillium Foundation funding through PESCA. (Executive Res. #8111 /02) Moved by: Seconded by: Dave Ryan Irene Jones 217 THAT the collaborative agreement with PESCA (Pickering Eastshore Community Centre Association), the City of Pickering, Ontario Power Generation - Pickering Nuclear and the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) for the period of October 1, 2002 - September 31, 2007 as required by the Ontario Trillium Foundation be approved; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to take the necessary actions to implement the agreement including the signing of documents subject to PESCA receiving written confirmation of Ontario Trillium Foundation funding. RES. #A225 /02 - Moved by: Seconded by: CARRIED 2002 FINANCIAL PROGRESS REPORT NO. 1 Provides information on the Authority's financial performance to July 28, 2002, in relation to the 2002 approved Budget (Finance Res. #C21 /02) David Barrow Dave Ryan THAT the 2002 Financial Progress Report No. 1, dated July 28, 2002, be received. AND FURTHER THAT staff report back on the financial status of Black Creek Pioneer Village Food Services. RES. #A226 /02 - PAULYNN PARK BANK STABILIZATION PROJECT Completion of project in Paulynn Park (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D72/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Joe Pantalone Anthony Ketchum CARRIED THAT the report on the Implementation of the bank stabilization project be received for Information; AND FURTHER THAT the Aggregate Producers Association of Ontario, Lafarge Inc., the Ajax Rod and Gun Club, the Pickering Rod and Gun Club, Metro East Anglers, Unilever, Lynn Hodgson, Ron Holloway, and the Duffins Creek Task Force Members, be sent letters of appreciation. CARRIED 218 RES. #A227 /02 - BONAR WETLAND RESTORATION PROJECT Endorsement of restoration project (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D73/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Joe Pantalone Anthony Ketchum THAT the Bonar Wetland Restoration project workplan be endorsed; AND FURTHER THAT TRCA staff be directed to seek partnerships with the City of Toronto, local residents and interested groups for the environmental assessment of the site, demolition of the treatment plant, creation of design options, and final development and restoration of the site. CARRIED RES. #A228 /02 - MONITORING OF AESTHETIC CONDITIONS IN WATERCOURSES IN THE TORONTO REGION Results of 2001 Stream Aesthetics Pilot Survey and administration of 2002 Survey. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D74 102) Moved by: Seconded by: Joe Pantalone Anthony Ketchum THAT staff be directed to administer a second annual visual aesthetics survey throughout the TRCA Jurisdiction; AND FURTHER THAT the Watershed Councils be asked to assist in promoting community participation in the survey. CARRIED RES. #A229 /02 - DON MILLS BARRIER MITIGATION ON THE EAST DON RIVER AT DON MILLS ROAD Mitigation of the existing dam. - (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D75/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Joe Pantalone Anthony Ketchum THAT staff proceed with the mitigation of the existing dam located northwest of York Mills Rd /Don Mills Rd, on the East Don River. CARRIED 219 RES. #A230 /02 - LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT - US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS "DRAFT RECONNAISSANCE REPORT: GREAT LAKES NAVIGATION SYSTEM REVIEW" The US Army Corps of Engineers has released a draft "Reconnaissance Report: Great Lakes Navigation System Review which will explore the possibility of major modifications to the St. Lawrence Seaway infrastructure to support the passage of Panamax size shipping . (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D76/02 & Res. #D77/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Joe Pantalone Anthony Ketchum THAT the Honourable Bill Graham Minister of Foreign Affairs be advised that the Toronto Region Conservation Authority does not support the direction of a study to determine the feasibility and costs associated with major deepening, and modifications to the width and length of locks and channels within the Great Lakes ports to accommodate Panamax sized ships; THAT our perspective Is based on the potential environmental effects of these modifications and our desire to see future commercial shipping that functions in a sustainable fashion within the Great Lakes ecosystem; AND FURTHER THAT Conservation Ontario, Toronto MP's, the Minister of Natural Resources, and GM /CAO's and Chair's of Conservation Authorities who's jurisdiction abuts the St. Lawrence, be advised of the TRCA's position. CARRIED RES. #A231 /02 - TORONTO WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT PROJECT 2000 -2004 Franklin Children's Garden - Phase I. To implement the earth works, grading, installation of servicing required for the base preparation of the Franklin Children's Garden, Toronto Centre Island. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D78/02) Moved Icy: Seconded by: Joe Pantalone Anthony Ketchum THAT staff be directed to proceed with the 2002 construction program for the Franklin Children's Garden, Toronto Centre Island under "The Toronto Waterfront Development Project 2000 - 2004 ". CARRIED 220 RES. #A232/02 - ETOBICOKE- MIMICO WATERSHEDS COALITION Appointment of Members. The formal appointment of watershed residents, regional and local municipalities and community council representatives, public agency representatives, representatives from community groups, businesses and business organizations, academic institutions and the Authority's member to the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D79/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Irene Jones Lorna Bissell THAT the appointments, as set out In the staff report as amended on September 27, 2002, be approved, effective September, 2002 to June, 2005; AND FURTHER THAT the Etobicoke - Mlmico Watersheds Coalition report to the Authority's Watershed Management Advisory Board, at least, on a semi- annual basis on projects and progress. CARRIED BACKGROUND The Terms of Reference for the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition, dated May, 2002, were approved at Authority meeting #5/02 held on May 24, 2002. Letters were sent to watershed residents, regional and local municipalities and community council representatives, public agency representatives, representatives from community groups, businesses and business organizations, and academic institutions requesting that they appoint delegates to the Coalition. Advertisements for watershed resident positions were placed in local newspapers and on the Internet. Two public information sessions were held in strategic locations within the watershed. An overview of the Coalition was provided and questions from participants answered. New applicants were interviewed by a Selection Committee comprised of Irene Jones, Chair of the Watershed Management Advisory Board; Brian Denney, Director of Watershed Management and Beth Williston, Etobicoke - Mimico Watershed Specialist. To date, the following individuals are recommended for appointment to the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition. Additional appointments will be brought to the attention of the Authority members once they are confirmed by their respective Councils, business associations, agencies and groups. TRCA Chair Dick O'Brien 221 MUNICIPALITY COUNCIL MEMBER STAFF LIAISON Regional Municipality of Peel Lorna Bissell and Cliff Gyles A. Warren, A. Korniluk Town of Caledon David Lyons T. Salter, B. Baird City of Mississauga No appointment E. Furgiuele, M. Gusche City of Brampton Dick Metzak J. McMahon City of Toronto, Etobicoke Community Council tbd L. Von Zittwitz, R. Averill, V. Miladinovic Residents: NAME MUNICIPALITY WATERSHED Chris Barnett Toronto Mimico Creek Suzanne Barrett Toronto Mimico Creek Karen English Toronto Mimico Creek Janice Etter Toronto Mimico Creek Gerry Gorman Toronto Mimico Creek Marilyn Hagerman Toronto Mimico Creek Susan McClure Toronto Mimico Creek Doug McRonney Toronto Mimico Creek David Switzer Toronto Etobicoke Creek Stephen Cliffe Mississauga Etobicoke Creek Boris Swedak Mississauga Etobicoke Creek Bette -Ann Goldstein Brampton Etobicoke Creek Chris McGlynn Brampton Etobicoke Creek Bob Noble Brampton Etobicoke Creek Sean Stuart Brampton Etobicoke Creek Community Groups: GROUP REP ALTERNATE Citizens Concerned about the Future of the Etobicoke Waterfront Debbie Wagdin Brian Baily Peel Federation of Agriculture Nick deBoer Credit River Anglers Assoc. John Kendell Toronto Field Naturalists Diana Karrandjas Robert Powell Brampton Environmental Community Advisory Panel Robert Jamieson EcoSource Mississauga Jennifer Turgeon Tanya Trivedi South Etobicoke Regeneration Project Marjut Dunker 222 Public Agencies: AGENCY • REP ALTERNATE Environment Canada tbd tbd Ministry of Natural Resources John Pisapio n/a Ministry of the Environment Dan Joyce n/a Businesses: NAME BUSINESS Chris Nelson Markland Wood Golf Club Randy McGill Greater Toronto Airports Authority Academic institutions: NAME(S) ACADEMIC INSTITUTION Steve Rutherford /Cleve Battick Lincoln Alexander Secondary School Report prepared by: Lia Lappano, extension 5292 For Information contact: Beth Williston, extension 5263 Date: September 3, 2002 RES. #A233/02 - A MANAGEMENT STRATEGY FOR DUFFINS CREEK AND CARRUTHERS CREEK WATERSHEDS - PROGRESS REPORT Progress report regarding the municipal council review and endorsement of the Management Strategy for the Duffins Creek and Carruthers Creek Watersheds (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D80/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Joe Pantalone Anthony Ketchum THAT the progress report regarding the municipal council review and endorsement of the Management Strategy for the Duffins Creek and Carruthers Creek Watersheds be received; THAT following presentations to municipal council, staff will report back to the Watershed Management Advisory Board on December 13, 2002; THAT following review at the December 13, 2002 Watershed Managment Advisory Board, staff prepare a final report to the Full Authority for their approval in January 2003 that summarizes the comments received during the municipal review and endorsement of the Management Strategy for the Duffins Creek and Carruthers Creek Watersheds; 223 THAT staff meet with the Chairs and Vice Chairs of the Duffins Creek and Carruthers Creek Task Forces to receive input into a Terms of Reference for an Implementation Committee; AND FURTHER THAT the members of the Duffins Creek Task Force and the Carruthers Creek Task Force be thanked for their time commitment and dedication over the past two years in producing this report. CARRIED RES. #A234 /02 - DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL Minutes of Meeting 6/02. The minutes of meeting #6/02, held on June 20, 2002, of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council are provided for information. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D81 /02) Moved by: Seconded by: Joe Pantalone Anthony Ketchum THAT the minutes of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council of meeting #6/02, as appended, be received. CARRIED RES. #A235 /02 - HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE Minutes of Meeting #3/02, July 17, 2002. The minutes of Humber Watershed Alliance meeting #3/02, held on July 17, 2002, are provided for information. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D82/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Joe Pantalone Anthony Ketchum THAT the minutes of the Humber Watershed Alliance meeting #3/02, held on July 17, 2002, as appended, be received. CARRIED 224 RES. #A236 /02 - DUFFINS CREEK AND CARRUTHERS CREEK WATERSHED TASK FORCES Minutes of Meetings #3/02, #4/02, and #5/02. The minutes of Duffins Creek and Carruthers Creek Watershed Task Forces meetings #3/02, #4/02, and #5/02, held on March 27, 2002, May 29, 2002, and June 26, 2002, respectively, are provided for information (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D83/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Joe Pantalone Anthony Ketchum THAT the minutes of the Duffins Creek and Carruthers Creek Watershed Task Forces meetings #3/02, #4/02, and #5/02, as appended, be received. SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION RES. #A237 /02 - SECTION 1I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Suzan Hall Raymond Cho CARRIED THAT Ontario Regulation 158 items 8.7.1 - 8.7.36, with the exception of 8.7.7 - Cityscape Holdings Inc., contained in Section I1 of Executive Committee Minutes #8/02, held on September 6, 2002, be received. RES. #A238 /02 - SECTION 11 - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Pam McConnell , Anthony Ketchum CARRIED THAT Ontario Regulation 158 item8.7.7 - Cityscape Holdings Inc., contained in Section II of Executive Committee Minutes #8/02, held on September 6, 2002, be received. CARRIED RES. #A239 /02 - SECTION II -. ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Cliff Gyles Joe Pantalone 225 THAT Section II items 8.8 - 8.12, inclusive, contained in Executive Committee Minutes #8/02, held on September 6, 2002, be received. CARRIED Section II Items 8.8 - 8.12 PARTNERSHIP WITH DUCKS UNLIMITED CANADA (Executive Res. #B 115/02) DUFFINS CREEK FLOODLINE MAPPING UPDATE (Executive Res. #B 116/02) YORK PEEL DURHAM GROUNDWATER STUDY - CVC DRILL PROGRAM (Executive Res. #B 117/02) 76 BRUMWELL STREET SUBDIVISION APPLICATION (Executive Res. #8118/02) WATERFRONT DRIVE (Executive Res. #B 119/02) SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF ANOTHER BOARD RES. #A240 /02 - ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE STATUS REPORT August 25, 2002. Staff report on accounts receivable. (Finance Res. #C23/02 & Res. #C24/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Lorna Bissell Michael Di Biase THAT the report on accounts receivable of the Authority, as of August 25, 2002, be received. AND FURTHER THAT future Accounts Receivable Status Report's to the Board Include a paragraph on each client over 90 days outlining the circumstances and what actions are being taken. CARRIED RES. #A241 /02 - REIMBURSEMENT FOR DRIVING EXPENSES Report on kilometre rates paid by municipalities across the GTA and allowances recommended by the CAA. (Finance Res. #C25/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Lorna Bissell Michael Di Biase THAT the staff report on travel expenses be received. CARRIED 226 RES. #A242 /02 - THE ULTIMATE PICNIC: VISION FOR GROUP PICNICS (Finance Res. #C26/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Lorna Bissell Michael Di Biase THAT staff report back to the Public Use Advisory Board on the response sent in regards the letter from The Entertainment Source on TRCA's proposed exclusivity agreement, Including a detailed summary of the feasibility of the issues raised In the letter; AND FURTHER THAT staff outline the implementation timeline of the exclusivity agreement and the process for selecting vendors for the preferred vendor list. CARRIED NEW BUSINESS RES. #A243 /02 RAINBOW CREEK PARK Moved by: Seconded by: Michael Di Biase Anthony Ketchum THAT the attached correspondence from Audrea Frizell of Coronation Street, Woodbridge be received; THAT staff investigate and report back on the issues raised in the letter; AND FURTHER THAT staff investigate and report back on additional concerns raised of foam in the Humber River in the area of Weston Road and Highway 7. Attachments: 2 227 CARRIED Attachment 1 DI Biase, Michael From: Audrea [afrizetk rogers.coml Sent: Tuesday, September 03, 200212:11 PM To: linda.jackson @city.vaughan.on.ca Cc: dibiasem @city.vaughan.on.ca; divonab @city.vaughan.on.ca Subject: Walkways and public use of lands; revitalization of Rainbow Creek Ms. Jackson, I'm a fairly new resident of your ward and a major reason that I chose to live in this area was for the parks. Attached is a letter to the editor I am submitting to the Vaughan Citizen regarding Rainbow Creek Park. The following is a short list of my observations you may find interesting. It takes me about three minutes to travel through Rainbow Creek Park by bicycle which currently exists only south of Woodbridge Ave. See more on this in the attached letter to the editor. There are syringes on the ground at the north end of the Woodbridge underpass. Obviously this is a policing issue. I was horrified. There are enormous chunks of foam sitting in this creek behind an industrial area north of Woodbridge Ave. This is an area that I had to work my way through thick brush in order to investigate. Many of the pathways are too narrow and, through age and neglect, are in need of repair. In contact with the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority I have found that Rainbow Creek Park falls under their jurisdiction. I understand that Mayor Di Biase chairs the public use advisory panel and is a Board Member or the TRCA. I aim to be a part of this process in the iriterest of my community. All the best in the coming year . Sincerely, Audrea Frizell afrizell @rogers.com CC: Mayor Di Biase (Public Use Advisory) CC: Councillor Bernie Di Vona (Safe City Committee) 9/13/2002 228 Attachment 2 Tuesday, September 3,2002 Letter to the editor, Vaughan Citizen Rainbow Creek Park in Woodbridge is a public park shown to cover the Rainbow Creek from Langstaff Road in the north to Highway 7 in the south. This may be true looking at a map, but, from Partridge Circle to Woodbridge Avenue it is completely impassable. The brush is so thick that one would require a machete to pass through it. Some distance in from Langstaff Road, on the west side of the creek a trail is partially mowed but passably ends at Partridge Circle; roughly 3/4 of a kilometre into the trail (less than Y2 mile). Then it's back to the asphalt trails of the streets. Not much of a walk, or a hike or a bike ride through Rainbow Creek Park. Looking at this section from Woodbridge A venue, on the east side of the creek, the remains of a derelict stretch of asphalt heading north are so grown over that it is broken up and disappears from view just a few metres in from the Woodbridge Avenue underpass. These paths don't meet because they are on opposite sides of the creek and there is not a bridge to cross it. Don't we want to use this land with our children, grandchildren? For the quality of our lives? Is the city doing anything? We can't do it alone. That is why we need the support of city of Vaughan council member like Councillor Linda Jackson and Mayor Michael Di Biase. In discussion with city staff I discovered that the city is in consultation regarding the possible 2003 budget endorsement of the revitalization of Rainbow Creek Park. This meeting is to take place in October. Rainbow Creek Park ought to be passable as a multiple use trail, to all area citizens throughout its entirety from Langstaff Road to Highway 7. Sincerely, Ms. A. Frizell Coronation Street Woodbridge 229 TERMINATION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 10:53 a.m., on September 27, 2002. Dick O'Brien Chair /ks J. Craig Mather Secretary- Treasurer THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #9/02 October 25, 2002 The Authority Meeting #9/02, was held in the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village, on Friday, October 25, 2002. The Chair Dick O'Brien, called the meeting to order at 10:11 a.m. PRESENT Maria Augimeri Member Bas Balkissoon Member David Barrow Member Lorna Bissell Member Raymond Cho Member Susan DiMarco Member Rob Ford Member Suzan Hall Member Irene Jones Member Anthony Ketchum Member Jim McMaster Vice Chair Peter Milczyn Member Ron Moeser Member Dick O'Brien Chair Gerri Lynn O'Connor Member Bill O'Donnell Member Linda Pabst Member Joe Pantalone Member Dave Ryan Member Tanny Wells Member REGRETS Ila Bossons Member Michael Di Biase Member Cliff Gyles Member Pam McConnell Member Maja Prentice Member Frank Scarpitti Member Sherene Shaw Member Ian Sinclair Member 231 RES. #A244 /02 - MINUTES Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: David Barrow THAT the Minutes of Meeting #8/02, held on September 27, 2002, be approved. CARRIED BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES Res. #A215 /02 - Correspondence, is amended to read: THAT above -noted correspondence (a) be referred to staff. PRESENTATIONS (a) A presentation by Lisa King, Sustainbility Specialist, TRCA on the World Summit on Sustainable Development, Johannesburg, 2002 (b) Recognition of the Urban Habitat Stewardship Award granted by Wildlife Habitat Canada to TRCA and the Town of Markham in recognition of the significant contributions to urban habitat at the Milne Park Project site. RES. #A245 /02 - PRESENTATIONS Moved by: Seconded by: Ron Moeser Tanny Wells THAT above -noted presentations (a) & (b) be heard and received. CARRIED SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION RES. #A246 /02 - TORONTO WATERFRONT REVITALIZATION - NATURALIZATION AND FLOOD PROTECTION FOR THE LOWER DON RIVER - DELIVERY AGREEMENT Authorization to obtain necessary approval to execute the Delivery Agreement. To authorize Authority officials to sign the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization - Naturalization and Flood Protection for the Lower Don River Delivery Agreement 232 Moved by: Seconded by: Linda Pabst Lorna Bissell WHEREAS the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation (TWRC) has requested that the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) enter into a delivery agreement with TWRC to undertake certain works for the Naturalization and Flood Protection for the Lower Don River; AND WHEREAS it is In the interest of TRCA under its authority and mandate as set out in the Conservation Authorities Act (R.S.O. 1990, c. 27) to enter into such an agreement; THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT the Authority agrees to enter into the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization - Naturalization and Flood Protection For The Lower Don Delivery Agreement, subject to all terms and conditions being finalized In a manner satisfactory to Authority staff and the Authority's solicitors, Gardiner Roberts LLP; AND FURTHER THAT Authority officials be authorized and directed to take all necessary actions as may be required, including the signing of documents, for the execution of the Delivery Agreement. CARRIED BACKGROUND The following is a brief chronology of events. On November 3, 1999, Mayor Mel Lastman released the vision document "Our Toronto Waterfront! The Wave,of the Future ", and with the Premier of Ontario and the Prime Minister announced the creation of the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Task Force to develop an action plan for realizing the new vision for Toronto's waterfront. On March 27, 2000, the Task Force released its report "Our Toronto Waterfront: Gateway to the New Canada" outlining a conceptual plan. At Authority meeting #2/00, held on April 28, 2000, the following resolution on the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Task Force was approved: RES. #A86/00: "THAT the Government of Canada, the Province of Ontario and the City of Toronto be commended for cooperating to launch this critical initiative and that they be encouraged to pursue implementation as quickly as possible; THAT the members of the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Task Force be congratulated for producing an exciting, compelling and challenging vision in a timely manner; THAT the Task Force Members be particularly congratulated for understanding and articulating the vital connection between the quality of the waterfront and the health of the adjacent watersheds and the urgent need to accelerate watershed restoration efforts concurrent with waterfront specific initiatives; 233 THAT the three levels of government be advised that the Authority would be pleased to assist in developing the detailed "Master Plan" and to implement, with its partners, various elements of the report. The Authority has a thirty year history of implementing similar waterfront projects and many of these features are acknowledged in the Report as contributing in a very positive way to the current waterfront; THAT the Authority also commends the recommendations concerning a revitalization of the mouth of the Don including resolution of the flood risk issue which would provide a safer framework for redevelopment of the West Don -Lands and the Port Lands; THAT the three levels of government be advised that the Authority would be pleased to assist in discussions concerning the governance and implementation framework for the plan particularly with respect to the areas outside of the Central Waterfront where many Authority community driven initiatives, as outlined in the Task Force Report, are well advanced and could easily be accelerated with financial support; THAT the efforts of the Regional and Area Municipalities surrounding the City of Toronto to protect and restore habitats, improve water quality and maintain base flows be acknowledged and encouraged as major contributions to the health of the Toronto Waterfront and that the efforts and responsibilities of those municipalities be represented by the Authority in the continuing discussions towards implementation of the Task Force Report; THAT the City of Toronto be encouraged to integrate the work of the Environmental Task Force and the new Sustainability Roundtable into all aspects of implementation of the Task Force Report; THAT the three levels of government be requested to consider, as part of the discussions on governance and implementation, the utilization of the watershed based Task Forces and Alliances, supported by the Authority, which currently exist for the Etobicoke /Mimico, Humber, Don, Highland and Rouge as well as a similar, proposed Waterfront Alliance to coordinate environmental regeneration from Etobicoke Creek to Carruthers Creek; THAT the three levels of government be advised that the Authority sees implementation of the Task Force Report as a major impetus towards achieving the Remedial Action Plan goal of "delisting" the Toronto Waterfront as an "Area of Concern" within the Great Lakes Basin; AND FURTHER THAT an environmental restoration of this scale is of international significance, represents outstanding business opportunities and constitutes a global imperative." The City of Toronto at its August 1, 2 and 3, 2000 Council Meeting received a staff report entitled "Our Toronto Waterfront: Building Momentum" and endorsed in principle, the concepts put forward in the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Task Force proposal. 234 On October 20, 2000, government leaders of the city, provincial and federal governments announced their support for the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Initiative and their joint commitment of $1.5 billion to be shared equally by the three governments. The leaders directed senior staff of their respective governments to cooperate in developing the mechanics of implementing the plan, including a governance structure. The TRCA responded to these actions on January 5, 2001 with the Authority approving at Meeting #11/00, the following: RES. #A268/00: "THAT the status report on the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Task Force and the City of Toronto report - "Our Toronto Waterfront: Building Momentum" be received; THAT Authority staff work with the City of Toronto on the key waterfront /watershed initiatives outlined in the City of Toronto report - "Our Toronto Waterfront: Building Momentum" including but not limited to: 1. the Central Waterfront Official Plan and Zoning By -law; 2. the further-detailed studies on the parks and open space; 3. re- location of the mouth of the Don River; 4. resolution of the flood risk issue for the West Don Lands and Port Lands; 5. water quality; and, 6. the preparation of the detailed "Master Plan" as the implementing framework for the new waterfront governing body; THAT the Authority reiterate the position of the vital connection between the quality of the waterfront and the health of the adjacent watersheds and the urgent need to accelerate watershed restoration efforts concurrent with waterfront specific initiatives; THAT the Authority indicate its willingness to continue as the implementation agent for the eastern and western waterfronts including Tommy Thompson Park; THAT the Authority indicate the importance of proceeding concurrently with the watershed regeneration initiatives in partnership with the City to ensure a healthy waterfront; THAT the Authority support the western and eastern waterfront initiatives proceeding in their own timeframes along with a commitment of funding from the overall waterfront governing body in the same timeframes; THAT the Authority endorse the principles set out in the Building Momentum report including the additional principles added by Council for the proposed waterfront governing body; AND FURTHER THAT the City of Toronto, the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, the Rouge Park Alliance, the Humber Watershed Alliance, and the Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks Watershed Task Force be so advised." 235 On March 5, 2001, City of Toronto Mayor Mel Lastman, Federal Transport Minister The Honourable David Collenette and Ontario Deputy Premier and Finance Minister The Honourable Jim Flaherty announced the commitment of the three governments to the creation of a Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation and the funding for priority capital projects totalling $300 million. Included in the priority capital projects was a $2 million allocation for the Environmental Assessment and Functional Design for the Naturalization and Flood Protection for the Lower Don River and the identification that the project will be managed by the TRCA. The objectives established for the Lower Don project as outlined in a City of Toronto report from the office of the City of Toronto, CAO dated April 2, 2001, to the City Policy and Finance Committee were identified and include: 1. To clean up a significant local source of soil and groundwater pollution; 2. To establish a corridor of land for the Don River that provides: (a) Natural, stable, river channel and river mouth; (b) Healthy lake, river and shoreline habitat; (c) Natural habitat link between Lake Ontario and Don River Valley; and (d) Pedestrian and bicycle trail links between Lake Ontario Trails and Don River Valley trails; 3. To provide a flood protection solution for the West Don Lands that enables removal of the Holding Symbol; 4. To remove all other developable lands from the Regulatory Flood Plain and remove the Special Policy Area designations in the Lower Don Lands; 5. To maintain existing road traffic capacity through or around the affected area; and 6. To maintain a rail connection to the Port Industrial Area and the East Bayfront. The report identified the importance within the context of the Waterfront Revitalization. "Environmental improvement is a major tenet of both Toronto's waterfront revitalization and 2008 Olympic bid. Renaturalization of the mouth of the Don River is a significant symbol of governments' commitment to environmental improvement through waterfront revitalization. Flood protection measures included in this project will enable development of the West Don Lands." At Authority Meeting #3/01, held on April 27, 2001, the following resolution on the Lower Don River Environmental Assessment and Functional Design for the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Initiative was approved: RES. #A58/01: THAT the Government of Canada, the Province of Ontario, and the City of Toronto be advised that the TRCA will undertake the Naturalization and Flood Protection for the Lower Don River: Environmental Assessment and Functional Design component of the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Initiative and will make every reasonable effort to complete the project through to the submission of the Environmental Assessment within the 18 month time frame established for the work; 236 THAT the staff be directed to expedite the necessary contracts or agreements with the Interim Waterfront Corporation necessary to enable the Environmental Assessment and Functional Design for the Naturalization and Flood Protection for the Lower Don River to proceed; THAT the staff be directed to work closely with all levels of Government, and in particular, the City of Toronto to ensure that the project is integrated into the other waterfront revitalization initiatives, the Olympic Bid, transportation plans, the Toronto Remedial Action Plan, and the new Central Waterfront Plan; THAT the Interim Waterfront Corporation and the future Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation, once formed, be requested to include implementation costs in their projected capital budgetcommencing in 2002 anticipating that the Environmental . Assessment will be completed in 2002; THAT all direct costs and reasonable indirect costs arising from the Environmental -Assessment and Functional Design Project be recovered through the funding allocated K to the project through the Interim Waterfront Corporation and its successor the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Initiative, and its shareholders: the Federal Government; the - =Province; and, the City of Toronto; THAT the preliminary studies undertaken to date, be used whenever possible to expedite the process including the fulfillment of the public consultation requirements of the Environmental Assessment Act through the demonstration of a long history of public consultation and support; AND FURTHER THAT the staff proceed as quickly as possible to hire the appropriate consultants that have proven expertise for this project in such a manner that expedites the process while providing a cost effective approach and achieving excellence in design and the incorporation of the City of Toronto's policies for environmental sustainability." On December 11, 2001, Jim Flaherty, Ontario's former Deputy Premier and Finance Minister, introduced enabling legislation to create the permanent Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation (TWRC). The TWRC will be a non agent, non share, not for profit Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation established by the three governments designed to create a business and development strategy to undertake the revitalization of Toronto's waterfront. It is anticipated that the TWRC Business Plan and enabling legislation will be passed in Fall 2002 with second readings anticipated for May 2003. r An Interim Waterfront Corporation was established to expedite the coordination of the four ,Priority Projects, including the development of the legal agreements and contracts required to initiate the projects, and to develop the TWRC Business Plan. Financier Robert Fung was appointed as the Chair of the new Interim Waterfront Revitalization Corporation on July 6, 2001. A nine citizen Board of Directors was appointed to the TWRC on December 6, 2001. In April 2002, Marshall Macklin Monaghan and CH2MHiIl were retained by the TWRC to act as the Program Managers for the Priority Projects and to develop a Business Plan for the TWRC. 237 Over the past months, TRCA staff, in consultation with the TWRC Program Managers, City staff and others, have been developing an initial approach to address the functional design, environmental assessments, public consultation and Delivery Agreement for the Lower Don River Naturalization and Flood Protection Study. Summary of October 9, 2002 Delivery Agreement On June 12, 2002, Authority staff received a draft copy of the Front Street Extension Delivery Agreement between the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation (TWRC) and City of Toronto to provide an example of the content to be included in the Delivery Agreement between the TRCA and TWRC for the Lower Don River Naturalization and Flood Protection Study. The Lower Don Delivery Agreement is to provide for the carrying out of the two environmental assessments for the naturalization and flood protection for the lower Don River and related activities by the TRCA, and funding by the TWRC. The format and content of this Agreement was discussed internally, resulting in a summary of concerns being submitted to the TWRC for incorporation in the first draft of the Delivery Agreement for the lower Don studies. A first draft of the Delivery Agreement between the TRCA and TWRC was received by the TRCA on August 29, 2002, with subsequent drafts being made available for review and comment by TRCA staff and lawyers on September 27th and October 9th, 2002. The most recent draft of the Delivery Agreement is 70 pages long. A summary of key elements in this draft has been provided below. - Phasing The Delivery Agreement will be conducted in two phases due to the fact that the ultimate scope, cost and scheduled completion of the Project is uncertain at the time of signing this Agreement. The first phase pertains to the determination of the scope, budget and schedule of the environmental assessments for the naturalization and flood protection for the lower Don River and various preliminary activities in connection therewith. The second phase pertains to the carrying out of the environmental assessments (EAs) and the functional design. Two EA Approach The Delivery Agreement recognizes that the Authority will be the Proponent to conduct two mutually independent EAs to achieve the objectives set out in the Contribution Agreement between the TWRC and the three levels of Government. The first EA will identify a preferred alternative to providing flood protection along the west bank of the Lower Don River for the downtown core of Toronto, which includes all of the West Donlands. This EA study will address provincial EA requirements using the Conservation Authority Class EA for Remedial Flood and Erosion Control Projects. This study will also address the requirements under the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act (CEAA) through an Environmental Screening Report. 238 The second EA will identify a preferred alternative (or range of preferred alternatives pending a resolution for the location of the Gardiner Expressway) to provide flood protection to the Port lands and East Donlands, while naturalizing the Lower Don River from the mouth to Riverdale Park. The naturalization components of the study will also provide for an attractive, multi -use amenity for the public. This EA study will address the requirements under the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act (EAA) using an individual EA format. This study will also address the requirements under the CEAA through an Environmental Screening Report. Maximum Allowable Cost Refers to the maximum amount of costs to be funded to the TWRC by the Levels of Government for and in respect of the Project as set out in the Contribution Agreement. For the Lower Don River studies, this maximum allowable cost is $2 million. Obligations The TRCA is to ensure that: i the Authorized Activities are carried out in accordance with the terms of this Agreement and in compliance with all Laws and Regulations and all Contract Documents; • all Third Party Contracts observe and perform their obligations under the terms of this Agreement; • all other Governmental Authorizations , and Agreements necessary to complete the authorized Activities are obtained; • all contracts exceeding $75,000.00 to be entered between the TRCA and an Approved Consultant be awarded following a competitive process; • all tender documents, requests for proposals, Third Party Contracts and appointments of consultants receive authorization from the TWRC; and • maintain up -to -date records and documents for the Authorized Activities. Schedules and Reports The Delivery Agreement stipulates that the TRCA is to undertake an extensive reporting process which includes undergoing periodic audits by the TWRC and Levels of Government. TRCA will establish and maintain a Delivery Plan. Once a month, the TRCA will submit to the TWRC: a Master Project Sequencing and Schedule Plan (MPSSP); a Monthly Progress Report with a description of any deviations between the MPSSP and Progress Report; and Payment Requests. Payment Process The TRCA is entitled to submit a written request for payment of incurred costs in accordance to the Project Budget once a month. The TWRC has 10 business days to review payment request and a further 10 business days to provide payment. In case of sudden, unexpected costs incurred as a component of the Authorized Activities, the TRCA can negotiate for a payment advance, within the scope of the Project Budget. 239 Ownership and Copyright All data acquired, developed, prepared, conceived of or produced in the performance of this Agreement shall be the sole property of the TWRC. However, the TWRC grants the TRCA an irrevocable, perpetual and royalty -free license to use the data in connection with the Project or other projects of the TRCA provided such use is not for commercial or revenue generating purposes, and that any disclosure of the data will be subject to reasonable confidentiality requirements of the TWRC. Timeframe The timeframe for this Delivery Agreement will be dependent upon the completion of the two Environmental Assessments which is expected to take an absolute minimum of three years. Work to be Completed Prior to Delivery Plan finalization the following activities require completion: • Completion of Schedules; and • Agreement on Eligible Costs. Report prepared by: Ken Dion, extension 5230 For Information contact: Adele Freeman, extension 5238 Date: October 17, 2002 RES. #A247/02 - AWARD OF HEATING /AIR CONDITIONING CONTRACT TO MODERN NIAGARA TORONTO INC. Award of a contract for installation of heating and air conditioning at the Authority's head office Moved by: Seconded by: Anthony Ketchum Lorna Bissell THAT a contract for supply and installation of heating and air conditioning equipment at the Authority's head office be awarded to Modern Niagara Toronto Inc., It being the lowest tender price being that meets the Authority's requirements, subject to all terms and conditions being finalized in a manner satisfactory to Authority staff and the Authority's engineering consultants; THAT the total project cost, Including contract price excluding GST, bonding costs and contingency shall not exceed $675,000; AND FURTHER THAT Authority officials be authorized and directed to take all necessary actions, Including signing of documents for the Implementation of the contract and completion of the project. CARRIED 240 BACKGROUND The TRCA facility at 5 Shoreham Drive was originally constructed in 1971 followed by a minor addition in 1975. The original heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems (HVAC) are still in use today and major components of these systems have been identified as being near the end of their useful life cycle. Space comfort within the facility has also been an area of challenge due to HVAC systems performance and related building construction elements. The firm of TMP Consulting Engineers was retained by the TRCA, under Res. #86/02 adopted at Executive Committee Meeting #6/02, held on July 5, 2002, to design the upgrades to the HVAC systems and related building elements. The consultant was asked to deliver the following services: i) Design development for HVAC and related systems retrofit; ii) Preparation of tender documentation package for award to prime contractor; iii) Ongoing project review & co- ordination services with construction management personnel & owner's representative; iv) Verification of tender compliance and overall system commissioning. At meeting #7/02, held July 26, 2002, the Authority received the report from staff describing the process for selection of companies to complete the HVAC retrofit project and approved resolution # as follows: THAT the Chair, Chief Administrative Officer and the Director, Finance and Business Development be authorized to award a contract not to exceed $596,625 for purchase and installation of heating and air - conditioning systems at the Authority's Head Office subject to the contract being tendered in accordance with the TRCA Purchasing Policy and a report on the results of the tender being available to the Executive Committee at its September 5, 2002, meeting. The tender process proved to be more onerous than anticipated and the closing date was ' extended to September 20, 2002. RATIONALE Tenders were requested from five companies preselected based on their experience with installations of this type, their ability to work within the Authority's time frame and working conditions and reliability of their work. The five companies participated in an on -site review of the project and submitted tenders summarized as follows: George A. Kelson Lockerbie & Hole Sayers & Associates Adelt' Mechanical Modern Niagara $955,000.00 897,800.00 876,000.00 865,638.00 744,000.00 241 Needless to say, these bids were well above the estimated cost of the project. TMP was directed to analyze the bids and seek additional information from the bidders to determine the reasons for the additional costs. Bidders volunteered post tender information to TMP that indicated that their varying subcontractors interpretations for roofing patch and repair related costs, work related to the removal /replacement of ceilings and the premium costs of working with occupied conditions and schedule explained the variations. When these costs are removed, the core mechanical electrical costs were much closer for all bidders and closer to budget. Staff met with the consulting team and agreed to a number of changes designed to protect the integrity of the project, ensure optimum efficiency and performance and bring the cost more in line with the original budget. A post tender addendum was created describing these changes and submitted to the two lowest bidders, Modern Niagara and Adelt Mechanical. As a result of the proposed changes, the following bids were received: Adelt Mechanical Modern Niagara $650,190.00 610,200.00 Staff is recommending acceptance of the Modern Niagara tender based on the revised specifications it being the lowest bid that meets the Authority's requirements. Together with bonding and contingency allowance, the project cost is now estimated at $675,000. Staff is seeking approval of the contract at this time because the original approval has been exceeded by about $80,000. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS Funding for this project is provided for in the Authority's Major Facilities Retrofit capital program. Report prepared by: Jim Dillane, extension 6292 For Information contact: Jim DiIlane, extension 6292 Date: October 22, 2002 RES. #A248/02 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation Component/Rouge River Watershed Transgate Inc., CFN 33547. Purchase of property located east of Staines Road, north of Finch Avenue, under the "Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 - 2005 ", Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Rouge River Watershed (Executive Res. #B 122/02) 242 Moved by: Seconded by: Bill O'Donnell Dave Ryan THAT 6.39 acres ( 2.585 hectares), more or less, consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of vacant land, be purchased from Transgate Inc., in the City of Toronto (East Community), being Blocks 313 and 314, on a draft Plan of Subdivision prepared by Schaeffer & Dzaldov Limited under their Job No. 00-010-0-1B, located east of Staines Road, north of Finch Avenue; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THAT TRCA receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be Instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate TRCA officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED RES. #A249 /02 - CENTRAL RESERVATION SYSTEM FOR ALBION HILLS AND INDIAN LINE CAMPGROUNDS Implementation of a central reservation system for Albion Hills and Indian Line Campgrounds. (Public Use Res. #E27/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Susan DiMarco Lorna Bissell THAT the campground central reservation system, as proposed, be approved. CARRIED _ RES. #A250 /02 - GLEN HAFFY FLY FISHERS CLUB 2003 Program changes to the Glen Haffy Fly Fishers Club and Glen Haffy Headwaters Trout Ponds. (Public Use Res. #E28/02 & E29/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Susan DiMarco Lorna Bissell THAT the proposed program changes to the Glen Haffy Fly Fishers Club and Glen Haffy Headwaters Trout Ponds be approved; 243 THAT in addition to Monday's, the ponds be made available for public bookings 1 Sunday a month throughout the 2003 season; AND FURTHER THAT staff report back at the close of the 2003 season on the financial and environmental impacts of the changes implemented at the Glen Haffy Headwaters Trout Ponds. CARRIED RES. #A251 /02 - 2003 - 2005 DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL AT HEART LAKE CONSERVATION AREA 2003 - 2005 Dragon Boat Festival event at Heart Lake Conservation Area. (Public Use Res. #E30/02) Moved by: Seconded by: THAT staff be Inc. to pursue Area. Susan DiMarco Lorna Bissell directed to enter into an Agreement with K.D.K.S. Facility Marketing Group the proposal for a Dragon Boat Festival event at Heart Lake Conservation CARRIED RES. #A252 /02 - 2003 FEE SCHEDULE Conservation Parks. Changes to the 2003 Fee Schedule for Conservation Areas and Kortright Centre for Conservation as outlined below. (Public Use Res. #E31 /02) Moved by: Seconded by: Suzan Hall Bas Balkissoon THAT the 2003 Fee Schedule for Conservation Areas and Kortright Centre for Conservation, as proposed be approved. RECORDED VOTE Maria Augimeri Bas Balkissoon David Barrow Lorna Bissell Susan DiMarco Rob Ford Suzan Hall Irene Jones Anthony Ketchum 244 Nay Yea Yea Yea Yea Yea Yea Yea Yea RECORDED VOTE CONT'D Jim McMaster Yea Peter Milczyn Yea Ron Moeser Yea Dick O'Brien Yea Bill O'Donnell Yea Linda Pabst Yea Joe Pantalone ' Yea Dave Ryan Yea Tanny Wells Yea THE MOTION WAS CARRIED RES. #A253 /02 - REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS - BRUCE'S MILL DRIVING RANGE Bruce's Mill Conservation Area, Town of Whitchurch - Stouffville. CaII for proposal to lease an existing golf driving range operation situated at Bruce's Mill Conservation Area , Town of Whitchurch - Stouffville. (Public Use Res. #E32/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Susan DiMarco Lorna Bissell THAT staff be directed to continue to pursue a possible lease arrangement and carry out negotiations with all parties who have expressed an interest In the property and any other parties, until such time as a suitable offer Is at hand. _ CARRIED RES. #A254 /02 - THE ULTIMATE PICNIC: VISION FOR GROUP PICNICS Staff report on The Ultimate Picnic vendor exclusivity and the response sent in regards to the letter from The Entertainment Source on TRCA's exclusivity agreement. (Public Use Res. #E33/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Susan DiMarco Lorna Bissell THAT the staff report and attached letter, as requested by Finance and Business Development Advisory Board Res. #C26 /02, regarding the Ultimate Picnic, be received. CARRIED �l 245 SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION RES. #A255 /02 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Jim McMaster Ron Moeser THAT Ontario Regulation 158 items 8.2.1 - 8.2.30, contained in Section II of Executive Committee Minutes #9/02, held on October 4, 2002, be received. RES. #A256 /02 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Bas Balkissoon Rob Ford CARRIED THAT Section II items 8.3 - 8.6, inclusive, contained in Executive Committee Minutes #9/02, held on October 4, 2002, be received. Section II Items 8.3 - 8.6 RURAL WATER QUALITY MODELLING STUDY (Executive Res. #B 125/02) RETENTION OF SERVICES - BIOLOGICAL ANALYSIS (Executive Res. #B 126/02) CONTRACT WITH RETIRING BCPV STAFF (Executive Res. #B 127/02) INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY REVIEW AND STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT (Executive Res. #B 128/02) NEW BUSINESS RES. #A257 /02 - BLACK CREEK CONSERVATION PROJECT Tennis Canada Facility at York University Moved by: Seconded by: Maria Augimeri Jim McMaster CARRIED THAT staff report back to the November 29, 2002 Authority Meeting on the letter dated October 18, 2002, from Steven Joudrey, Project Co- ordinator, Black Creek Conservation Project. CARRIED 246 October 18,2002 Ca-unciMe1' W.ard"„9"ft 4r; citi rftloromite C 53 100,6inen St. W. ' Toronto, Ontario MOH 2N2 Dear Conicillor Augimeri, Thceg cfcik'Cids,',e4k:Pro , P.O-Box 324, - StatiotvAiyipz bovinsView,,Pntorle ;Mel! AA(4136A)66a260011"."116i3,40(i':;., ) 72 Fax 1410) 661-68911 OCT 14 Leg for over twenty years, the Black Creek Project has worked with the local conummity (and beyond),:tO protectand tehabilitatnthe ecological and fimctioningof the Black Creek watershed. I.ani yeritiuifwith regard to, the application for the development of anew Tennis Cahadi facility at *iiimrdtY. ,Giventhat the BlacaleiV Mialif ir griiinant stakeholder within the community, we would expect at least the very basic level of cominunity consultation bytheproponentsiTinais Canada, Yai;le'br'L " tInlvezSityiufAhis'-developtent. 'However, pur ., . - - - - - .- •, • , id.) D iquesn'a;bhAabieri ploughed In archaeological -Study and _'. • :. . . ard; to this point -iitht...40,e1Oprik _process, wki, . • , : : ,. ,,.. , ,,r.", • ,..,.:,...11 , ttlauir)4;.: 8, -: nio. 4nvolve4tbercrici haveihownr.omplete disregarltO tinipiOuce. ohlun0 ,.-4,,.,.% :4 ItittIconunipitY iniolitenuiniiniheplanning prodess. Mt proponentialSO nm the risk of &grading the Wei co:* ideal communities on-site whichruay warnmt protection. i have Cotmcalkir Peter 1.4.11reti and the Toninto _and Region COns erVation' `..-kothority, ourpofition odthia development hasbeen, as helow".' • , - 4? v..■t-,-.- r-, .: ,,-.. ‘' , ANY derkpment on the lands in question WILL: * result in ametTedtiction ininfiltration of slid tnow-melt to the water table, tberebradding to thivrablininfbigi‘PflasifIOntiti the creek and-thair resulting erosional forces • . . , ' ''' result br a noit0:80,f natural buffer *tile:0* Valley/creekamt *tease the negative iMpacts -of there' ng tirbanixod landscape:- . . . in ,anet,losiifof viildlifbliataat fur species of-cc:teem (sky bliieiaster, Canada plum, American woods:4:4) . . * result iii-U.netincrea,sein migiitivelmpacts upon the Black Creek and its valley lands by adding more automobile-traffic; and Moto bUmanimpacts (littwneise pollution) to an:an:Alp *icy close ' an frissMillaiirf 7 Lz, , of.the -spigir**1-0. 1f035§11 )1117aseritxt10113140tvih#litotiOk,z . , • unity nvoivernent '-' 247 The B acct .Cree-t Project P.O Box 324, Station A . Downsview, Ontario M3M 3A6 Tel: (416) 661 -6600 ext. 5364 Fax: (416) 661 -6898 proximity to the creek * MAY result in the burial of yet another tributary to the Black Creek As the Tennis Canada proposal currently stands, the Black Creek Project is strongly opposed-to any development. Will the proponents assure our organization and others within the community that we will be consulted in future, concerning any potential for ecological impacts brought about by this development process? - Sincerely, / /Vie , Michael Peppard Vice - President, Black Creek Conservation Project of Toronto Please forward any of your questions, comments or concerns regarding this letter care -of: Steven Joudrey - Project Co-ordinator Black Creek Conservation Project P.O. Box 324, Station A Downsview, Ontario • • M3M 3A6 Tel: (416) 661 -6600 ext. 5364 Fax: (416) 661 -6898 email: sjoudrey®trca.on.ca an association of individuals interested in the,preservation'and rehabilitation of the Black Creek throu.h communit involvement. • • at the Bieck Cree r • community involvement TERMINATION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11:15 a.m., on October 25, 2002. Dick O'Brien Chair /ks J. Craig Mather Secretary- Treasurer c. THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #10/02 November 29, 2002 The Authority Meeting #10/02, was held in the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village, on Friday, November 29, 2002. The Chair Dick O'Brien, called the meeting to order at 10:12 a.m. PRESENT Maria Augimeri Member Bas Balkissoon Member David Barrow Member Lorna Bissell Member Ila Bossons Member Michael Di Biase Member Rob Ford Member Cliff Gyles Member Suzan Hall Member Anthony Ketchum Member Pam McConnell Member Jim McMaster Vice Chair Ron Moeser Member Dick O'Brien Chair Bill O'Donnell Member Maja Prentice Member Ian Sinclair Member Tanny Wells Member REGRETS Raymond Cho Member Susan DiMarco Member Irene Jones Member Peter Milczyn Member Gerri Lynn O'Connor Member Linda Pabst Member Joe Pantalone Member Dave Ryan Member Frank Scarpitti Member Sherene Shaw Member 250 RES. #A258 /02 - MINUTES Moved by: Seconded by: Rob Ford Michael Di Biase THAT the Minutes of Meeting #9/02, held on October 25, 2002, be approved. CARRIED SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION RES. #A259 /02 - ALBION HILLS FIELD CENTRE DAIRY FARM - EXTENSION OF LICENCE AGREEMENT CFN 24380. Request for a further three year extension to the Albion Hills Field Centre Dairy Farm licence agrement between Jeff Cridland and the Authority. Moved by: Seconded by: Jim McMaster Cliff Gyles THAT a further three year extension to the Albion Hills Field Centre Dairy Farm licence agreement between Jeff Cridland and the Authority be granted; THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required; THAT staff undertake a cost/benefit analysis of the Dairy Farm to provide the future direction for this program which could include searching for a new farm operator; AND FURTHER THAT staff report to a future meeting of the Authority with respect to their business analysis and resultant recommendations. CARRIED BACKGROUND Since the mid 1960's the Authority has operated the farm at Albion Hills under licence agreement. The licence agreement permits the farm operator to occupy the house, barn and outbuildings and certain lands and grants the rights to operate a dairy farm in return for a monthly fee and the educational use of the dairy operation by the Albion Hills Centre and Etobicoke Outdoor Education Centre. The agreement with the current farm operator, Jeff Cridland, expires on December 31, 2002. Mr. Cridland has advised the TRCA that he is taking over his family dairy operation and will be vacating the house in December 2002 and has expressed an interest in extending the agreement for a three year period to end December 31, 2005 and at which time Mr. Cridland will be terminating his lease with the Authority. Under this three year licence agreement his farm hand will occupy the house and will assist with the operation of the dairy business at Albion Hills, together with providing the educational component. Mr. Cridland has also agreed to phase in a new operator in the final year of the term to ensure a seamless transition if requested. 251 Staff are recommending a three year extension to the licence agreement with Mr. Cridland at a montly rental rate as follows: Year 1 $1697.00, Year 2 $1748.00 and Year 3 $1800.00. For the most part the balance of the terms and conditions associated with the original licence agreement remain unaltered, however there will be some changes to address the phase out requirements of the licence agreement with Mr. Cridland. Authority staff has met to review the terms and conditions of the agreement and have concluded that prior to entering into a new agreement in 2006 with a new farm operator, that a formal assessment of the costs and benefits of the program be completed. This analysis would provide the information necessary to determine the future direction for any new terms and conditions of the program. RATIONALE Given the age of the infrastructure and facilities associated with this agreement and the future of the TDSB, a formal assessment of the program needs to be completed prior to negotiating and committing to a new lease in 2006. Report prepared by: Ron Dewell, extension 5245 Lori Colussi, extension 5303 Renee Jarrett, extension 5315 For Information contact: Ron Dewell, extension 5245 Date: November 18, 2002 RES. #A260/02 - TENNIS CANADA FACILITY AT YORK UNIVERSITY Response to Black Creek Conservation Project. Report in response to October 18, 2002 letter from Steven Joudrey, Project Co- ordinator for the Black Creek Conservation Project, in regards to the Tennis Canada Facility at York University. Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Cliff Gyles THAT staff of TRCA complete their review of the site plan submission and associated technical studies, and report back to the Board regarding the development issues. A presentation from the proponents may be recommended at this time for information purposes. THAT staff of TRCA continue to work with the proponent, their consultants, and the City of Toronto to ensure that all site planning and environmental issues are addressed, and that TRCA staff approach York University to address contextual issues for the proposal. 252 AND FURTHER THAT staff approach York University to suggest that a public consultation process be conducted for community input and comment (in the event that the City of Toronto does not conduct a public meeting). CARRIED BACKGROUND Development Services staff received a letter from Steven Joudrey, Project Co- ordinator for the Black Creek Conservation Project, dated October 18, 2002, which outlines their organization's concerns for the proposed Tennis Canada Facility located on the York University properties immediately adjacent to the Authority's offices on Shoreham Drive. In addition to voicing their concerns about the development's potential negative impacts to the Black Creek ecological health, the organization has requested that TRCA confirm whether the proponents will assure them that they and other community members will be consulted about the project developments. Proposal Status TRCA staff is fully aware of the Black Creek Conservation Projects (BCCP) concerns for the impact of such a development on the Black Creek corridor, and on the habitat installation works that have been implemented along this tributary. Although the status of the proposal has been very preliminary and "sketchy" in nature, we have fielded general queries from the BCCP about the proposal status and the testing activities that have been executed on site by the proponent. TRCA staff are also concerned about the scale of the development and its potential impact to valley corridors, existing habitat, stream hydrology and water quality within the system. Although the project has a history that goes back to 1998, the site planning process was reactivated this past February. TRCA staff conducted a new top -of -bank staking exercise for the proponent, and over the course of the last few months have held meetings to discuss preliminary concepts for the tennis centre project. The proponent has had difficulty addressing our policy requirements and accommodating the extensive development program for the site, which includes a large (5 story) tennis stadium, event grounds, parking, outdoor tennis court clusters and tennis competition facilities. The Authority staff, however, appreciates the importance of this project for Tennis Canada, York University and many community and national sports groups and as a result has attempted to identify approaches that would allow the project to proceed, provided that there be a major environmental benefit that evolves from the project. Only recently, have the proponents submitted a detailed site plan, and the supporting technical studies that were required. TRCA staff are attempting to finish this technical review and will soon be able to provide more comprehensive comments related to the proposal. The requested studies include a geotechnical analysis to address issues of slope stability, an inventory of tableland vegetation and an environmental impact study (EIS), and stormwater management report. 253 TRCA staff have discussed BCCP's request to have a committed public consultation opportunity with the City of Toronto planning staff. The City has indicated to us that they are not clear as yet as to the need for a zoning amendment for this proposal. If it is deemed that an amendment is not necessary, issues of setback may also trigger the need for variance applications. Either scenario would require a public meeting, and a consultation opportunity under the regular planning procedures. The City and the Authority still have many issues to resolve with the proponent and directly with York University related to ecology, stream hydrology, stormwater management, traffic and access, etc. To date all discussions related to the tennis centre proposal have been conducted with the proponent and their consulting team only. York University has not been involved in meetings to review the larger implications of the proposal with TRCA or the City. Review, Consultation and Approval Requirements Over the next couple of weeks TRCA technical staff will be finalizing their first level review for the recently submitted site plan and technical reports. TRCA will update senior staff and the Board as to the preliminary review issues and response. A presentation of the National Tennis Canada Centre, from the proponents may be deemed necessary at this time. It is TRCA's intention to approach York University directly to discuss specific issues related to the planning of the National Tennis Canada Project. We will suggest that a consultation process be established for the project engaging community dialogue. Response to Black Creek Conservation Project A letter response is attached that incorporates the direction of this report. For Information contact: Carolyn Woodland, extension 5214 Date: November 25, 2002 Attachments: 1 254 Attachment 1 November 26, 2002 CFN 30100.04 Mr. Steven Joudrey Project Co- ordinator Black Creek Conservation Project P.O. Box 324, Station A Downsview, Ontario M3M 3A6 Dear Mr. Joudrey: Re: Proposed Tennis Canada Facility at York University Black Creek Conservation Project We are in receipt of your letter of October 18, 2002 which outlines your organization's concerns for the proposed Tennis Canada Facility located on the properties immediately adjacent to the Authority's offices on Shoreham Drive. Staff is cognisant of your concerns for the impact of such a developmenfon the general Black Creek ecological health, and on the habitat installation works that have been implemented along this tributary by your organization. TRCA staff are also concerned about the scale of the development and its potential impact to valley corridors, existing- habitat, stream hydrology and water quality within the system. Although the project has a history that goes back to 1998, the site planning process was reactivated this past February. TRCA staff conducted a new top of bank staking exercise for the proponent, and over the course of the last few months have held meetings to discuss preliminary concepts for the tennis centre project. The proponent has had difficulty addressing our policy requirements and accommodating the extensive development program for the site, which includes a large tennis stadium, event grounds, parking, outdoor tennis court clusters and tennis competition facilities. However, the Authority staff appreciates the importance of this project for Tennis Canada, York University and many sports groups, and as a result has attempted to identify approaches that would allow the project to proceed, provided that there be a major environmental benefit that evolves from the project. Only recently, have the proponents submitted a detailed site plan, and the supporting technical studies that were required. TRCA staff are attempting to finish this technical review and will soon be able to provide more comprehensive comments related to the proposal. The requested studies include a geotechnical analysis to address issues of slope stability, an inventory of tableland vegetation and an environmental impact study (EIS), and stormwater management report. 255 We apologize that this letter is so long in coming, but Mike Peppard and Brian Casagrande, the project's TRCA planner, have been in dialogue to assist in addressing your queries. We have been pursuing your request to have a committed public consultation opportunity with the City of Toronto planning staff. The City has indicated to us that they are not clear as yet as to the need for a zoning amendment for this proposal. If not, issues of setback may also trigger the need for variance applications. Either scenario would require a public meeting, and consultation opportunity under the regular planning procedures. The City and the Authority still have many issues to resolve with the proponent and directly with York University. To date all discussions related to the tennis centre proposal have been conducted with the proponent and their consulting team only. It is TRCA's intention to approach York University directly to discuss specific issues related to the planning of the National Tennis Canada Project. We will suggest that a consultation process be established for the project engaging community dialogue. Thank you for your continued interest in the proposal and your commitment to the Black Creek Project. We will keep you informed of our progress. Yours`truly, Carolyn Woodland, FSCLA, OALA, MCIP, RPP Manager of Development Services Watershed Management Division cc: Councillor Maria Augimeri Craig Mather, TRCA Brian Denney, TRCA Brian Casagrande, TRCA 256 MOTION TO RE -OPEN , RES. #A261 /02 - TENNIS CANADA FACILITY AT YORK UNIVERSITY Moved by: Seconded by: Maja Prentice Bas Balkissoon THAT Item 7.2 - Tennis Canada Facility at York University be re- opened. CARRIED RES. #A262 /02 - TENNIS CANADA FACILITY AT YORK UNIVERSITY Moved by: Seconded by: Jim McMaster Maria Augimeri THAT the last paragraph of the main motion be amended to read: AND FURTHER THAT staff approach York University and the City of Toronto to suggest that a complete public consultation process, including a public meeting, be conducted for community input and comment. CARRIED RES. #A263 /02 - CENTRAL WATERFRONT SECONDARY PLAN, MAKING WAVES: PRINCIPLES FOR BUILDING TORONTO'S WATERFRONT To report on the recommended Toronto Central Waterfront Secondary Plan - "Making Waves" going to the City of Toronto's Planning and Transportation Committee on December 12, 2002. Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Cliff Gyles THAT the Authority support the recommended Toronto Central Waterfront Secondary Plan - "Making Waves" being considered at Toronto's Planning Transportation Committee on December 12, 2002; THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority congratulate the City of Toronto staff for this award - winning Secondary Plan and for its attention to the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's issues; THAT Authority staff be directed to continue to work closely with the City of Toronto to further address planning, flood protection, terrestrial and aquatic features, natural heritage and other Authority interests throughout the precinct implementation strategy development, the business planning process of the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation, and subsequent planning and other initiatives; 257 AND FURTHER THAT this report and recommendations be forwarded to the Planning and Transportation Committee for the December 12, 2002 meeting and to the. Planning staff. CARRIED BACKGROUND At Authority Meeting #9/01, held on November 23, 2002, Res. #A229/01 and Amendment Res. A230/02 and A231/01 were approved: WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) has been an active partner with the City of Toronto since the early 1970's as the implementing agency for the 1967 Waterfront Plan; WHEREAS the TRCA has undertaken the development of numerous shoreline regeneration projects including waterfront park development, waterfront trail development, land acquisition, erosion and flood protection, hazard land management and habitat restoration; WHEREAS the City of Toronto, in conjunction with the federal and provincial governments seeks to revitalize the Toronto Waterfront; WHEREAS the City of Toronto has developed the Central Waterfront Part 11 Plan "Making Waves"; THAT the TRCA congratulate the City of Toronto Council and staff for the development of an aggressive vision for a renewed Toronto Waterfront, and recommends that the City in finalizing this plan, consider the following refinements: THAT the natural environment aspects of the plan including the cornerstone naturalization of the Don be nested within a strategic mosaic of natural habitats and corridors, and that this be further strengthened in the plan, through the development of a Waterfront Aquatic and Terrestrial Management Plan for the Central Waterfront; THAT consideration be given to including all lands south of Unwin Avenue between Cherry Street and the Don Corridor as designated Park and Open Space; THAT lands north of Unwin Ave between the Hearn Power Station and Leslie Street be reserved for Lake Ontario Park as park and open space; THAT the implementation and completion of major projects on the eastern and western portions of the waterfront will enhance and are critical to the overall implementation of the Central Waterfront Plan; THAT the City of Toronto be advised that in principle the TRCA endorses and supports the Part 11 Central Waterfront Plan and offers to be an active partner in the realization of the conservation components of the plan. 258 THAT waterfront projects located along the Eastern and Western portions of the Toronto Waterfront be funded from the tri -party funds administered by the Waterfront Reference Group and the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation; THAT the staff report be forwarded to the Waterfront Reference Group. AND FURTHER THAT staff report to the Executive Committee on the implications of leasing lands owned by the 3 levels of government rather than selling these lands." Authority staff have had the opportunity to work with the City and Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation on a Open Space Framework Subgroup as well as discussions on the Lower Don Naturalization and Flood Protection Environmental Assessment. Since the release of the draft Secondary Plan - "Making Waves ", the City has had extensive consultations with the public, community groups, agencies and recently held a design charette. It should be noted that the Plan maintains the four key principles: • Removing Barriers /Making Connections • Building a Network of Spectacular Waterfront Parks and Public Spaces • Promoting a Clean and Green Environment • Creating Dynamic and Diverse new Communities The TRCA staff have reviewed the October 9 and November 5 reports and have found that in principle the TRCA issues have been addressed. The following excerpts from the City's report dated October 9, 2002 exemplify the key changes that have been made. October 9. 2002 - Waterfront Reference Group Report • Unwin Avenue has been modified to skirt the Hearn Generating Stations lands and building • a minimum parkland depth of 250 metres in the vicinity of Cherry Beach (Lake Ontario Park) resulting in increased parkland immediately west of the Don Greenway. By comparison, the Eastem Beaches boardwalk and beach are approximately 130 m in depth and the Etobicoke /Humber Bay Shores Waterfront Promenade is 50m in width; • judicious lakefilling along the edge of Lake Ontario Park to create new areas of parkland and off -shore islands. The vision includes a new pedestrian bridge and water feature in the park; • keeping the Base Lands as an important ecological area where a careful balance between human activities and the natural environment is maintained. To reinforce the importance of the ecological function of the Base Lands, as part of the Tommy Thompson Park Master Plan, the development area to the immediate north has been reduced. Precinct implementation will focus on ensuring an appropriate transition between areas of development and the Base Lands; 259 • confirming the concept of new parkland south of the Ashbridges Bay Treatment Plant in a configuration which more accurately shows the existing facility, and providing for judicious filling south of the existing shoreline. A peninsula extending south into the lake will help control and direct sedimentation; • revising the Plan to indicate that future park plans in this area will be coordinated with any future plans for a plant expansion. This acknowledges the City's need to reserve the option of future plant expansion which could integrate new parkland around and on top of any new underground facilities; • confirming the concept of a Don Greenway with a minimum width of 120 metres north of the Ship Channel and up to 200 metres south of the Ship Channel. The notion of a linear water amenity in this Greenway has been explored on a preliminary basis with promising results. However, detailed studies will be required to examine issues such as water circulation and the land /water habitat of this Greenway; • introducing a significant new park, Commissioners Park, at the centre of the new Port Lands community. This new park is substantial, approximately 13.5 hectares /33 acres, comparable 'to Kew Gardens (14 hectares 34.5 acres) and Trinity Bellwoods Park (16 hectares /39.5 acres). In addition to serving the recreational needs of the local community, this park will provide a key open space link between the Inner Harbour wafer's edge and the Don Greenway; • reviewing the balance between "green" and development areas north of Villiers Street (see hatched area on Map C), pending the outcome of the Environmental Assessment for the Flood Protection and Naturalization of the Lower Don and the precinct implementation process to follow. Development within the hatched area will only be considered based on the results of the Lower Don River Environmental Assessment process; • recognizing the Canada Malting site as a waterfront landmark on the western waterfront. Priority should be given to pursuing innovative and creative proposals to revitalize this site and rehabilitate the silo structures; and • confirming the concept of a pier and plaza at the foot of Yonge Street and adding the possibility of an ancillary hotel as part of a cultural or entertainment facility on this site which could contribute to the vitality of the area. The revised Secondary Plan has outlined changes in Section 5 - "Making it Happen" on the planning implementation to provide for a development permit process. The November 5, 2002 City report incorporates further refinement following the Toronto Waterfront Development Initiative charette held in October. Specifically this report recommended the following changes to the Secondary Plan be considered; • Queens Quay East - alignment subject to further study; 260 • Reconfigure the east -west Commissioners Street Park to run north -south to abut the Don Roadway and adding a note "Configuration of parkland abutting the Don Roadway - subject to further study." RATIONALE Staff support the refinements to the recommended Secondary Plan which address the major comments in our November 23, 2001 report and reflect the discussions between City and TRCA staff over the last year. WORK TO BE DONE In working with the City on the "Precinct Implementation Strategies" the following points should be considered: • Don River Naturalization and Flood Protection recognize the final flood protection solution for the City of Toronto lands west of the Don River and north of the CNR lands will be determined through the environmental assessment process. maintain flexibility for the alignment of the mouth of the Don River where it enters Toronto Bay at the current Esroc site; maintain flexibility to achieve appropriate river mouth configuration in Tight of potential road pattern reconfiguration. • Building a hierarchy of natural areas, wildlife corridors, open spaces and urban parks. • Don Greenway - ensure that the ecological function of the Greenway is fully developed while recognizing its urban context. • The Provincial SPA policies and the Secondary Plan's policy of implementing flood protection works for the West Donlands and the Port Lands. • Promoting a sustainable community approach in the development of the Central Waterfront Secondary Plan in line with the Authority's vision for a "Living City". • Establishing a coordinated protocol for the Authority's development review /permit process and the City's development permitting approach. • Addressing the coastal /environmental aspects of lakefilling as illustrated in the Secondary Plan. • The overall design for Lake Ontario Park including Tommy Thompson Park and the baselands. 261 Staff will also bring forward at the next Watershed Management Advisory Committee meeting in December a report on the TWRC Development Plan and Business Strategy. It is our understanding that the proposed Secondary Plan is the foundation for TWRC's Development Plan. For Information contact: Larry Field, extension 5243 or Adele Freeman, extension 5238 Date: November 27, 2002 Attachments: 1 262 Attachment 1 r+.Iir.:_ 1,116.1 11 . y �C tyf _..i. i _ - _- 1I1o1• - -i. 1 - .11 11-..1 ti+w.w�.vn� I�IIIEiiE \\ Inc` ' ■■\ mewl 11 ;uII11Y.11.X11 IrW7ILIP �j ram Fly El ILI, motegio Awl. MI ._.I 1w -� 111 ". E s� WM =u i1.. —,1 uu�p ?; Caw NNW TC 1 �' Iiiarria 111.1_•t <` H z a1 U Om w a I �E c0 3 z Z acl o W CC a- 1111 F -Z= €� p a. Rth lH va :� 263 RES. #A264 /02 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001 -2005 Priority acquisitions along the Pickering /Ajax Waterfront, CFN's 12069, 12067, 33591 & 12082. Request from the Town of Ajax for the Authority to participate in the acquisition of 2913 Lakeview Blvd.(McBroom property), 3081 Lakeview Blvd.(Arnoldi property), and explore all options to acquire 1183 Shoal Point Road (Hornung property) on the Lake Ontario shoreline, Town of Ajax, Regional Municipality of Durham and a request from the City of Pickering for the Authority to participate in the acquisition of 509 Park Crescent/520 Marksbury Drive (Johnston Estate) on the Lake Ontario shoreline, City of Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham. Moved by: Jim McMaster Seconded by: Cliff Gyles THAT the Authority request the Regional Municipality of Durham to participate in the acquisition of these strategic properties and contribute up to a maximum of 50% of all costs related to their purchase; AND FURTHER THAT staff continue to explore other funding partnerships and pursue a long term strategy to ensure the acquisitions of the remaining strategic waterfront properties to complete the public land base for the waterfront plans. CARRIED RES. #A265 /02 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation Component/Don River Watershed Wycliffe Elgin West Limited, CFN 33663. Purchase of property located south of Gamble Side Road, east of Bathurst Street, Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York, under the " Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 - 2005" Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Don River Watershed. (Executive Committee Res. #B 133/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Bill O'Donnell Maja Prentice THAT 0.125 acres (0.051 hectares), more or less, consisting of a triangular shaped parcel of vacant land, be purchased from Wycliffe Elgin West Limited being Part of Lot 6, Registered Plan 4667, designated as Block 29, on draft Plan of Subdivision prepared by Rowan - Stanclu Ltd. under their Project No. 20- 213A/GambleMPl, Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York located south of Gamble Side Road, east of Bathurst Street; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; 264 THAT TRCA receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate TRCA officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED RES. #A266/02 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation Component/Rouge River Watershed Donald A. Dawson and Joan Dawson, CFN 33666. Purchase of property located south of Gamble Side Road, west of Yonge Street, Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York, under the " Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 - 2005" Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Rouge River Watershed. (Executive Committee Res. #B 134/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Bill O'Donnell Maja Prentice THAT 1.013 acres (0.41 hectares), more or less, consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of vacant land, be purchased from Donald A. Dawson and Joan Dawson being Part of Lot 23, Registered Plan 4667, designated as Block 18, on a draft Plan of Subdivision prepared by Bryan Thomas & Associates Inc. under their drawing No. 275 -DP -1, Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York located south of Gamble Side Road, west of Yonge Street; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THAT TRCA receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses Incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate TRCA officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED 265 RES. #A267 /02 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation Component/Rouge River Watershed Baypark Investments Inc., CFN 33672. Purchase of property located on the west side of Bayview Avenue, north of Elgin Mills Road, Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York, under the " Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 -2005" Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Rouge River Watershed. (Executive Committee Res. #B 135/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Bill O'Donnell Maja Prentice THAT 0.593 acres (0.24 hectares), more or less, consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of vacant land, be purchased from Baypark Investments Inc. being Part of Lot 30, Registered Plan 2766, designated as Block B on a draft Plan of Subdivision prepared by Masongsong- Atkari Engineering Limited under their Project No. DP -1, Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York located on the west side of Bayview Avenue, north of Elgin Mills Road; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THAT TRCA receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses Incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate TRCA officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED RES. #A268 /02 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation Component/Rouge River Watershed 554056 Ontario Limited, CFN 33665. Purchase of property located east of Neilson Road, south of Passmore Avenue, City of Toronto (East Community), under the "Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 - 2005" Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Rouge River Watershed. (Executive Committee Res. #B 136/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Bill O'Donnell Maja Prentice THAT 0.398 acres (0.161 hectares), more or less, consisting of two irregular shaped 266 parcels of vacant land, be purchased from 554056 Ontario Limited, In the City of Toronto (East Community), being Part of Lots 13 and 14, Concession 4, designated as Blocks 270 and 272, on Plan 66M -2393, located east of Neilson Road, south of Passmore Avenue; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THAT TRCA receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred Incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate TRCA officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED RES. #A269/02 - RIZMI HOLDINGS LIMITED AGGREGATE APPLICATION AND ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD APPEALS Oak Ridges Moraine, Don River Watershed. Rizmi Holdings Limited and Lucia Milani have appealed portions of the City of Vaughan OPA 600 as it relates to environmental policies and designations including, but not limited to, lands subject to an Aggregate Resource Extraction Application (Part of Lot 30, Concession 2, City of Vaughan). (Executive Committee Res. #B 137/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Bill O'Donnell Maja Prentice THAT staff be directed to continue to object to any Rizmi Holdings or Lucia Milani applications that include intrusions into, or Impacts on, the McGiII Area ESA; THAT staff be directed to represent the Authority with party status at the Ontario Municipal Board hearing In the matter of Rizmi Holdings Limited and Lucia Milani's objections to OPA 600, and to any subsequent consolidated hearings that may result regarding these lands; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to retain legal services for representation on these matters. CARRIED 267 RES. #A270 /Q2 - 2003 PRELIMINARY ESTIMATES, OPERATING AND CAPITAL A summary of the 2003 Preliminary Estimates, Operating and Capital, is presented. (Finance Res. #C28/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Ron Moeser Maja Prentice THAT 2003 Preliminary Estimates, Operating and Capital, be approved; AND FURTHER THAT Authority staff and officials be authorized and directed to make appropriate representation to the Authority's funding partners about the 2003 Preliminary Estimates. SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION RES. #A271 /02 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Lorna Bissell Pam McConnell CARRIED THAT Ontario Regulation 158 items 8.6.1 - 8.6.29, inclusive, contained in Section II of Executive Committee Minutes #10/02, held on November 1, 2002, be received. CARRIED RES. #A272 /02 - SECTION 11- ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: David Barrow Bill O'Donnell THAT Section I1 and New Business items 8.7 - 8.10, inclusive, contained in Executive Committee Minutes #10/02, held on November 1, 2002, be received. CARRIED Section 11 and New Business Items 8.7 - 8.10 REQUEST FOR DISPOSAL OF AUTHORITY OWNED LANDS (Executive Res. #B 141 /02) LEASE OF A 2 COLOUR PRINTER (Executive Res. #B142 /02) SANDRINGHAM PLACE INC. (Executive Res. #B143 /02) CITYSCAPE DEVELOPMENT CORP. (Executive Res. #B144/02) 268 SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF ANOTHER BOARD RES. #A273 /02 - Section IV - Items for the Information of Another Board Moved by: Seconded by: Anthony Ketchum Jim McMaster THAT Section IV Item 9.2 - Accounts Receivable Status Report, contained in Finance and Business Development Advisory Board Minutes #6/02, held on November 1, 2002, be received. NEW BUSINESS RES. #A274 /02 - RETIREMENT ANNOUNCEMENT Moved by: Seconded by: Michael Di Biase Jim McMaster CARRIED THAT the correspondence dated November 29, 2002, from Craig Mather, Chief Administrative Officer, TRCA, advising of his desire to retire in May 2003, be received with regret and thanks of the Authority. CARRIED -Attachment (1) November 29 Dear Chair O'Brien: I would like to formally advise you and the Authority Members, of my decision to retire from the Authority in May 2003. It has been an honour and a privilegeto have served this great organization for the past thirty two years. The opportunity to play a leadership role over the past ten years has been particularly rewarding because of the support you, the Members and staff have afforded me. Together we have accomplished a great deal and I am very proud to have been able to play a small part in our successes to date. Yours truly Craig Mather 269 TERMINATION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11:08 p.m., on November 29, 2002. Dick O'Brien Chair /ks J. Craig Mather Secretary- Treasurer t` erTHE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #11/02 January 10, 2003 The Authority Meeting #11/02, was held in the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village, on Friday, January 10, 2003. The Chair Dick O'Brien, called the meeting to order at 10:15 a.m. PRESENT Maria Augimeri Member Bas Balkissoon Member David Barrow Member Lorna Bissell Member IIa Bossons Member Michael Di Blase Member Susan DiMarco Member Cliff Gyles Member Suzan Hall Member Irene Jones Member Anthony Ketchum Member Pam McConnell Member Jim McMaster Vice Chair Dick O'Brien Chair Gerri Lynn O'Connor Member Linda Pabst Member Joe Pantalone Member Dave Ryan Member Sherene Shaw Member Ian Sinclair Member REGRETS Raymond Cho Member Rob Ford Member Peter Milczyn Member Ron Moeser Member Bill O'Donnell Member Maja Prentice Member Frank Scarpitti Member Tanny Wells Member 271 RES. #A275 /02 - MINUTES Moved by: Seconded by: Joe Pantalone Gerri Lynn O'Connor THAT the Minutes of Meeting #10/02, held on November 29, 2002, be approved. CARRIED BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES RES. #A276 /02 - TENNIS CANADA FACILITY AT YORK UNIVERSITY Moved by: Seconded by: Bas Balkissoon Maria Augimeri THAT TRCA Senior Staff bring the Authority's position on the Tennis Canada Facility at York University to the attention of City of Toronto Senior Staff, Superbuild and Members of the York University Board of Governors. CARRIED PRESENTATIONS (a) A presentation by Harvey Shear, Regional Science Advisor, Environment Canada, re: Canada/US Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement. (b) A presentation by Ms Antoinette Mariwitz, US Consul General re: SOLEC 2002 Success Story. RES. #A277 /02 - PRESENTATIONS Moved by: Seconded by: Jim McMaster Joe Pantalone THAT above -noted presentations (a) & (b) be heard and received. CARRIED SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION RES. #A278 /02 - LOWER DON ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AGREEMENT Conflict of Interest Declaration. Execution of conflict of interest declaration required as part of the Lower Don Environmental Assessment Agreement between TRCA and the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation 272 Moved by: Seconded by: Pam McConnell Joe Pantalone THAT the report dated January 10, 2003, on the conflict of interest declaration required as part of the Lower Don Environmental Assessment Agreement between TRCA and the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation be received; AND FURTHER THAT Members be requested to advise the CAO by January 17, 2003 of a conflict or potential conflict of Interest. CARRIED BACKGROUND The Authority approved in 2002 an agreement between the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation (TWRC) and the Authority which provides for the Authority to complete the Environmental Assessment for the Naturalization and Flood Protection for the Lower Don River. The Agreement was executed by the parties on December 6, 2002. The Agreement includes a number of schedules which must be executed as part of the Agreement. One of those is Schedule A , the Code of Conduct for Contractors and Suppliers and Conflict of Interest Declaration. Attached is the Conflict of Interest Declaration which the TRCA is required to execute. This declaration is to be made by the Chair and CAO on behalf of the "officers /partners and staff" of the TRCA. I draw to your attention bullet points 2. and 3, as indicated. Also attached is the list of "the Corporation's board of Directors, management or personnel, or the Intergovernmental Waterfront Steering Committee ". Staff has been advised by our solicitors that the Chair and Members of the Authority must be made aware of the conflict of interest disclosure requirements. Conflict of Interest is defined as: 1. A direct or indirect personal or pecuniary interest in a contract involving the Corporation (the TWRC) 2. An influence that is likely to negatively affect the advice or services that a person is providing to the Corporation 3. Any personal or pecuniary interest, condition, relationship, activity or circumstances as a result of which a person is unable or potentially unable to provide impartial or objective decision, recommendation or assessment of facts in any circumstances. 4. Any other circumstance in which a person's individual interests conflict with that person's duties to the Corporation. In executing the declaration TRCA will stipulate that Members of the Authority who are Members of the Council of the City of Toronto have a direct relationship with the TWRC by virtue of the City's participation in the TWRC and further that there is an employer /employee relationship with the three City staff who sit on the Intergovernmental Steering Committee. TRCA will also stipulate that Mark Wilson is the TRCA Chair of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council and that this does not constitute a conflict of interest as defined. 273 The Members who are knowledgeable about the Municipal conflict of interest regulations should recognize that this declaration is similar in context. For example, Members should consider if either they or their immediate family have personal or pecuniary relationships with any of the people named in the list. ACTION REQUIRED Members are asked to consider the attached list of people named and provided by the Corporation and advise the Authority's CAO by January 17, 2003, if they have a conflict or a potential conflict of interest as defined above. The City of Toronto Councillors do not need to declare a conflict of interest with respect to the circumstances stipulated in terms of the City's participation in the TWRC and the relationship with City employees. Report prepared by: Jim Dillane, extension 6292 For Information contact: Jim Dillane, extension 6292 Date: January 09, 2003 Attachments: 2 274 Attachment 1 - 9 - CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATION • I, the undersigned, confirm that I have read, understand and accept the Code of Conduct for Contractors and Suppliers and Conflict of Interest Declaration of the Toronto Waterfront Redevelopment Corporation ( "Corporation "). • I declare that I, our officers /partners and our staff are, to the best of my knowledge and belief, after due diligence, not directly or indirectly involved in any project or proposal under consideration by the Corporation except for the contract in writing disclosed by us to the Corporation. • Except as so disclosed to the Corporation, I declare, to the best of my knowledge and belief, after due diligence, that our officers /partners and staff have no family or business connections or relationships with any member of the Corporation' s board of directors, management or personnel, or the Intergovernmental Waterfront Steering Committee involved with the Corporation. • I declare that my participation and that of our officers /partners and staff in the project or proposal will not create either a direct or an indirect Conflict of Interest, or the appearance of a conflict. • I undertake to inform the designated representative of the Corporation, responsible for Code of Conduct compliance, in writing, ifI discover any Conflict of Interest, direct or indirect, or any appearance of a conflict, with any project or proposal on which lour officers /partners and staff work. • To the extent that I make this declaration on behalf of a Contractor for whom I am a representative, I confirm that I am duly authorized to do so for the Contractor. DATED THIS day of , 2002 Witness Authorized Representative 275 Attachment 2 TWRC Board TWRC Employees Intergovernmental Steering Committee Marilyn Knox Robert Fung - Chairman Shirley Hoy - City Murray Chusid CEO - To be named Paula Dill - City Tony Dionisio Kristin Jenkins - Vice President Elaine Baxter - Trahair - City Bill Farlinger Ann Marie Landry - Executive Asst. David Lindsay - Province John Ronson Erin Walker - Administrative Asst. John Howe - Province Peter Smith 3rd Provincial Rep - officiall, position is Mark Wilson currently vacant Jim Ginou Louis Ranger - Federal Ralph Lean David Bailey - Federal 276 RES. #A279 /02 - HEARING PURSUANT TO ONTARIO REGULATION 158 (Executive Res. #B 154/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Suzan Hall Dave Ryan THAT item 8.1 - Hearing Report, be received for information. CARRIED RES. #A280 /02 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Duffin Creek Watershed Granville Patrick Harcourt Vernon and Deborah Perry Harcourt Vernon, CFN 32686. Purchase of a conservation easement, located east of Concession Road 6, north of the Uxbridge - Pickering Town lane, Township of Uxbridge, under the "Natural Heritage Lands Protection & Acquisition Project 2001 - 2005 ", floodplain and conservation component, Duffin Creek. (Executive Res. #B 155/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Gerri Lynn O'Connor Ian Sinclair THAT a conservation easement for the protection of the environmental features and functions containing approximately 4.372 hectares (10.80 acres), of vacant land be purchased from Granville Patrick Harcourt Vernon and Deborah Perry Harcourt Vernon, said land being Part of Lot 6, Concession 6, being parts 1, 2, & 3 on Reference Plan 40R -5671, Township of Uxbridge, in the Regional Municipality of Durham, on the east side of Concession Road 6, north of the Uxbridge - Pickering Town Line; THAT the acquisition of the conservation easement is to be on the following basis; (a) The purchase price be $2.00; (b) An Income tax receipt is to be made available to Granville Patrick Harcourt Vernon and Deborah Perry Harcourt Vernon for the appraised value of the easement in accordance with the guidelines set out by Canada Customs and Revenue Agency; (c) The Authority is responsible for appraisal and reasonable legal fees. THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; 277 AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED RES. #A281/02 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Duffin Creek Watershed Aileen Dancey, CFN 33572. Purchase of a conservation easement, located on the south west corner of Westney Road and the Uxbridge- Pickering Town Line, City of Pickering, under the "Natural Heritage Lands Protection & Acquisition Project 2001 - 2005 ", floodplain and conservation component, Duffin Creek. (Executive Res. #B 155/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Gerri Lynn O'Connor Ian Sinclair THAT a conservation easement for the protection of the environmental features and functions containing approximately 14.18 hectares (35.05 acres), of vacant land be purchased from Aileen Dancey, said land being Part of Lot 11, Concession 9, City of Pickering, In the Regional Municipality of Durham, on the south west corner of Westney Road and the Uxbridge - Pickering Town Line; THAT the acquisition of the conservation easement is to be on the following basis; (a) The purchase price be $2.00; (b) An Income tax receipt is to be made available to Aileen Dancey for the appraised value of the easement in accordance with the guidelines set out by Canada Customs and Revenue Agency; (c) The Authority is responsible for appraisal and reasonable legal fees. THAT Gardiner, Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED 278 RES. #A282/02 - COLD CREEK CONSERVATION AREA MANAGEMENT PLAN Approval of the Cold Creek Conservation Area Management Plan. Copies of the fully illustrated document will be available at the meeting. (Public Use Res. #E37/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Linda Pabst David Barrow THAT the Cold Creek Conservation Plan, dated December 6, 2002 be approved. THAT horseback riding in the Cold Creek Conservation Area be added to the list of permitted potential activities, but such use not be authorized until appropriate provisions for management of the activity are in place, and such use be in accordance with the recommendations of the Cold Creek Management Plan and any other terms and conditions as may be established by the Authority; THAT staff be authorized to invite proposals from businesses, groups or individuals for uses of the Cold Creek Conservation Area that are compatible with the Authority's mandate, and are In accordance with the recommendations of the Cold Creek Conservation Area Management Plan; THAT an environmental audit be undertaken on the former trap and rifle ranges to determine what, if any, remedial measures are needed for the areas, and the results of this audit be brought back to the Authority; THAT staff encourage interested stakeholders to establish a Cold Creek Conservation Area Stewardship Committee made up of interested citizens, interest groups and organizations, to continue to help the Authority in the planning and implementation of the Management Plan; THAT letters be sent to the members of the Cold Creek Conservation Area Advisory Committee thanking them for assisting in the preparation of the Cold Creek Conservation Area Management Plan; AND FURTHER THAT copies of the Cold Creek Conservation Area Management Plan be sent to the members of the Cold Creek Conservation Area Advisory Committee, King Township, York Region and other appropriate agencies, groups and individuals with a request that the document be used In future land use planning and other watershed management decisions. CARRIED 279 RES. #A283 /02 - 2003 FEE SCHEDULE Conservation Parks - Headwaters Trout Ponds. Amendment to the Fee Schedule as a result of discussions at Public Use Advisory Board Meeting #5/02, held on October 4, 2002. (Public Use Res. #E37/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Linda Pabst David Barrow THAT item 6 of the 2003 Fee Schedule be amended to include the fee for a permit to use a fishing pond at the Glen Haffy Headwaters Trout Ponds, as outlined in the the attached staff report. CARRIED RES. #A284 /02 - ALCOHOL BAN FOR ALBION HILLS AND INDIAN LINE CAMPGROUNDS Discontinue the Alcohol Ban for Labour Day weekend for Albion Hills and Indian Line Campgrounds. (Public Use Res. #E37/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Linda Pabst David Barrow THAT the Labour Day alcohol ban for the Authorities campgrounds at Albion Hills and Indian Line be discontinued. CARRIED RES. #A285 /02 - CANADIAN - ONTARIO AGREEMENT RESPECTING THE GREAT LAKES BASIN ECOSYSTEM (COA) 2002 AND THE TORONTO AND REGION REMEDIAL ACTION PLAN MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING. The Governments of Canada and Ontario announced the signing of the 2002 COA. Subsequently the TRCA has signed the Memorandum of Understanding with Environment Canada and the Ontario Ministry of - Environment to coordinate the implementation of the Toronto and Region Remedial Action Plan (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D88 /02) Moved by: Seconded by: Dave Ryan Michael Di Biase THAT staff be directed to carry out the 2002/2003 activities as approved by the Federal and Provincial representatives; 280 AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to provide annual updates on RAP implementation activities to the Authority. CARRIED RES. #A286/02 - OUR WATERFRONT: GATEWAY TO A NEW CANADA The Development Plan and Business Strategy for the Revitalization of the Toronto Waterfront - Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation - October 17, 2002. To report on the Development Plan and Business Strategy for the Revitalization of the Toronto Waterfront released on October 17, 2002 by the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D89/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Dave Ryan Michael Di Biase THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT it support in principle the Development Plan and Business Strategy for the revitalization of the Toronto waterfront prepared by the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation dated October 17, 2002; THAT the Authority support the TWRC's inclusion of the $25 million for strategic waterfront projects outside of the Central Waterfront and the $5 million within the Year 1 (2003 -2004) activities and expenditures for strategic projects; THAT the Authority request the three levels of government confirm the Port Union (Scarborough) and Mimico (Etobicoke) projects are the key strategic projects outside the Central Waterfront; THAT the Authority staff be directed to work with the TWRC to develop a work plan and necessary contracts for the implementation of the Port Union project and completion of the Environmental Assessment and implementation of the Mimico project; THAT the Authority requests the TWRC confirm Tommy Thompson Park as part of Lake Ontario Park and make provision within the financial plan for implementation of the Tommy Thompson Park Master Plan; THAT staff be directed to provide comments on the Development Plan and Business Strategy directly to the Corporation and the City of Toronto on any specific details, Including the details of the proposed development limit adjacent to the entrance to Tommy Thompson Park In an effort to secure the greenspace limit along the south side of the existing alignment of Unwin Avenue; AND FURTHER THAT the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation and the City of Toronto, Province of Ontario and Government of Canada be so advised. CARRIED 281 RES. #A287 /02 - DEVELOPMENT OF A PROVINCIAL FRAMEWORK FOR WATERSHED -BASED SOURCE PROTECTION PLANNING Update on Conservation Ontario involvement in $he development of a provincial framework for watershed -based source protection plans. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D90/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Dave Ryan Michael Di Biase THAT staff continue to participate in discussions with the Conservation Ontario technical team on a watershed -based source protection planning framework and report back to the Authority on a regular basis. CARRIED RES. #A288 /02 - CENTREVILLE CREEK SUBWATERSHED PLAN Development of the work program, formation of the Steering Committee, and status of the Centreville Creek Subwatershed Plan (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D91 /02) Moved by: Seconded by: Dave Ryan Michael Di Biase THAT staff proceed with the preparation of the Centreville Creek Subwatershed Plan in consultation with the Steering Committee, according to the schedule set out in the work program; AND FURTHER THAT staff report back on the completion of Phase 1 in Spring 2003. CARRIED " RES. #A289 /02 - TOWN OF MONO RESOLUTION ON COMMERCIAL PERMITS TO TAKE WATER Endorse call for moratorium on new commercial permits to take water (PTTW) until watershed based source protection plans are in place. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D92/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Dave Ryan Michael Di Biase THAT the Authority endorse the Town of Mono's call upon the Provincial Government to invoke an immediate moratorium on the issuance of permits to take water for commercial ventures so as to permit a comprehensive review of the process by which all permits to take water are issued and monitored, and to permit the creation of comprehensive source water protection plans by watershed; 282 THAT the Minister of the Environment be asked to undertake the review of the permitting process in consultation with and direct participation of affected stakeholders including the public, municipalities, conservation authorities, and the Niagara Escarpment Commission; THAT Authority staff continue to collect and analyse watershed data and work with the Ministry of the Environment to improve the existing water taking database, as necessary to provide a sound basis for making water use decisions within a watershed context, and promote the need to Include this work as a component of study in watershed plans and source protection plans; THAT Authority staff discuss with the Ministry of the Environment's Central and London Regional Offices opportunities for increasing Authority staff involvement in the review of permit applications and improving use of the Authority's watershed information for this purpose; THAT Authority staff report back in February 2003 on the recommendations of the Provincially funded Watershed Pilot Project "A Framework for Watershed Based Water Allocation in Ontario ", led by CVC, GRCA, and TRCA; AND FURTHER THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to Premier Ernie Eves, the Minister of the Environment, the Central and London Region Offices of MOE, the Town of Mono, Niagara Escarpment Commission, and Credit Valley Conservation. CARRIED RES. #A290/02 - APPEALS TO THE CITY OF VAUGHAN OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT (OPA) 600 Participation by TRCA at the Ontario Municipal Board. Several appeals have been made to the City of Vaughan's OPA 600, including appeals regarding policies and schedules related to matters of Authority interest. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D93/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Dave Ryan Michael Di Biase THAT staff be directed to maintain party status in front of the Ontario Municipal Board with respect to referrals 1 and 4 as they relate to policies defining valley lands and buffers, and referrals 5 and 6 as they relate to the identification of the Pine Valley Drive Link through the significant natural habitat at the east end of the Boyd Conservation Area; THAT staff be directed to continue to work with affected parties to resolve these appeals through the Block Planning Process and the Pine Valley Drive Environmental Assessment process; 283 AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to retain legal services for any necessary representation on these matters. CARRIED RES. #A291 /02 - HARMONIZED CITY -WIDE RAVINE BYLAW Staff status report regarding the new harmonized,ravine by -law, approved by City Council on October 3, 2002, and on the ongoing discussions with City of Toronto staff regarding implementation of the by -law and enforcement procedures. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D94/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Linda Pabst Irene Jones THAT the staff report on the ravine by -law be received, and that the board endorse the implementation of the ravine by -law and its associated working relationship between the City and TRCA; AND FURTHER THAT staff continue to work with the City of Toronto staff to ensure that all Implementation components of the by -law are addressed over the coming months, and that a transition process be put in place for successful implementation including training for City and TRCA staff, and an urgently needed public education effort. CARRIED RES. #A292 /02 - NATURALIZATION POLICY AND PROGRAM STATUS The Authority's Board request to report on the status of naturalization policies and programs within the City or Toronto and TRCA, with particular attention to opportunities to address planting /naturalization of utility easements and rights -of -way. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D95/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Joe Pantalone Bas Balkissoon THAT staff continue to support Joint partnership projects for naturalization with the City of Toronto staff, and to pursue with the City the development of a protocol for each river system related to easement and right -of -way naturalization and management. Over time, each utility group should be approached at the District level to review site by site opportunities for naturalization, incorporating site specific conditions, maintenance requirements and constraints. 284 AMENDMENT RES. #A293 /02 Moved by: Seconded by: Joe Pantalone Bas Balkissoon THAT the main motion be amended to read: THAT staff continue to support joint partnership projects for naturalization with the City of Toronto and member municipalities staff, and to pursue with the City and member municipalities the development of a protocol for each river system related to easement and right -of -way naturalization and management. Over time, each utility group should be approached at the District level to review site by site opportunities for naturalization, incorporating site specific conditions, maintenance requirements and constraints; AND FURTHER THAT staff report back in one year on the progress of the project. THE AMENDMENT WAS CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED RES. #A294 /02 - POROUS PAVING FOR RAVINE PARKING AREAS The Authority Board's request to report on the status of policies related to requiring porous paving in parking Tots within the ravine parks and open space system. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D96/02) Moved by: Joe Pantalone Seconded by: Ila Bossons • THAT staff be directed to capture opportunities, as applications come forward, to alter asphalt paving in ravine parks and open space locations and replace paving with porous materials, on a best efforts basis. Practical applications of this direction will be applied to suit specific site conditions. AMENDMENT RES. #A295 /02 Moved by: Seconded by: Joe Pantalone Ila Bossons THAT the following be inserted after the main motion: 285 AND FURTHER THAT staff report back In a few months on the policies and regulations available to TRCA that would assist in restricting member municipalities from changing surfaces from porous to non - porous, or at a minimum require that consultation with TRCA occur. THE AMENDMENT WAS CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED RES. #A296 /02 - BARTLEY SMITH GREENWAY ADVISORY COMMITTEE Terms of Reference. The approval of the Terms of Reference for the Bartley Smith Greenway Advisory Committee. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D97/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Dave Ryan Michael Di Biase THAT the Bartley Smith Greenway Advisory Committee Terms of Reference be approved; THAT the Advisory Committee's primary responsibility be to provide advice to the City of Vaughan and the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority on the future development of the Bartley Smith Greenway; AND FURTHER THAT the City of Vaughan, Vaughan Chamber of Commerce and the Ontario Trillium Foundation be advised that this committee is being convened. CARRIED RES. #A297 /02 - DUFFINS CREEK MARSH RESTORATION ACTION PLAN A wetland Restoration Action Plan for Duffins Creek Marsh has been prepared and is ready for public and agency review and implementation. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D98/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Dave Ryan Michael Di Biase THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority seek support of this plan with the pertinent local and regional municipalities, provincial and federal government agencies, interest groups and the general public; AND FURTHER THAT an additional public meeting be held to highlight the implementation aspects of this plan. CARRIED 286 RES. #A298 /02 - MILNE DAM FISHWAY Construction of the Milne Dam Fishway (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D99/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Dave Ryan Michael Di Biase THAT the update on the construction of a Denil fishway at the Milne Reservoir be received for information. CARRIED RES. #A299 /02 - KROSNO CREEK FLOODPLAIN MAPPING STUDY To support and participate with the implementation of the recommendations identified in the Krosno Creek Floodplain Mapping Study. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 100/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Dave Ryan Michael Di Biase THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority support the recommendations of the Krosno Creek Floodplain Mapping Study; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to continue working with the City of Pickering to facilitate implementation of the recommendations. CARRIED RES. #A300 /02 - SOUTH CENTRAL ONTARIO CONSERVATION AUTHORITIES NATURAL HERITAGE DISCUSSION GROUP Background, purpose, and principles of the South Central Ontario Conservation Authorities Natural Heritage Discussion Group (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 101 /02) Moved by: Seconded by: Dave Ryan Michael Di Biase THAT staff be directed to continue to participate in the South Central Ontario Conservation Authorities Natural Heritage Discussion Group. CARRIED 287 RES. #A301 /02 - WHITEVALE DAM Undertaking of emergency works at the Whitevale Dam, West Duffins Creek by the Ontario Realty Corporation. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 102/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Dave Ryan Michael Di Biase THAT the report concerning the emergency works being undertaken by the Ontario Realty Corporation at the Whitevale Dam be received. CARRIED RES. #A302 /02 - DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL Minutes of Meetings #7/02, #8/02 and #9/02. The minutes of Meeting #7/02 held on July 18, 2002, Meeting #8/02 held on September 19, 2002 and Meeting #9 held on October 17, 2002 of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council are provided for information. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 103/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Dave Ryan Michael Di Biase THAT the minutes of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council of Meeting #7/02, Meeting #8/02 and Meeting #9/02 as appended, be received. CARRIED RES. #A303 /02 - CANADA'S URBAN STRATEGY - A BLUEPRINT FOR ACTION November 2002. The final report of the Prime Minister's Caucus Task Force on Urban Issues entitled "Canada's Urban Strategy - A Blueprint for Action" released November 2002. (Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 104/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Dave Ryan Michael Di Biase THAT it support "Canada's Urban Strategy - A Blueprint for Action" and urge the Prime Minister of Canada to act quickly on the final report at this critical time in the growth and challenges facing Canada's urban regions; THAT the Authority reiterate its desire to work with all levels of government to create more sustainable communities within the context of healthy watersheds in the Greater Toronto Area; 288 THAT the Authority indicate that Canada's Urban Strategy under Sustainable Infrastructure, should identify sufficient funding for land acquisition to ensure the protection of "green infrastructure ", i.e. ecologically important land and features Including tax -based initiatives to support long -term stewardship practices; THAT the Authority offer as a mechanism for the implementation of Canada's Urban Strategy, 'The Living City', the strategic plan of the TRCA and the vision for the campaign of the Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto as a framework for enabling the active participation in the "urban partnerships" by individuals, communities, charitable foundations, organizations, businesses and industries to provide an even higher quality of life for Canadians in urban regions while enhancing the environment for all living things; THAT the Prime Minister of Canada and Judy Sgro, MP, Chair of the Prime Minister's Caucus Task Force Urban Issues be so advised; AND FURTHER THAT Judy Sgro, MP be invited to attend the Authority's meeting on January 10, 2003 to address her report and identify how the Authority can be of assistance. SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION RES. #A304 /02 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Pam McConnell Irene Jones CARRIED THAT Ontario Regulation 158 itesm 8.3.1 - 8.1.28, inclusive, contained in Section 11 of Executive Committee Minutes #11/02, held on December 6, 2002, be received. CARRIED RES. #A305 /02 - SECTION 11 - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Susan DiMarco Ian Sinclair THAT Section II items 8.4 - 8.10, inclusive contained In Section 11 of Executive Committee Minutes #11/02, held on December 6, 2002, be received. CARRIED 289 Section II Items 8.4 - 8.10 ASHBRIDGE'S BAY BREAKWATER PROJECT CONSULTANT CONTRACT EXTENSION (Executive Res. #B 159/02) CONSULTANT SERVICES TO PREPARE 1:2,000 SCALE DIGITAL TOPOGRAPHIC MAPPING FOR THE PURPOSE OF FLOOD PLAIN MAPPING WITHIN THE ROUGE RIVER WATERSHED (Executive Res. #B 160/02) GREENROOFS FOR STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PROJECT (Executive Res. #B 161 /02) PROJECT FOR THE ACQUISITION OF NATURAL AREAS WITHIN THE ROUGE RIVER WATERSHED (Executive Res. #B 162/02) APPOINTMENT OF ENFORCEMENT OFFICER (Executive Res. #B 163/02) PEEL REGION SUBWATERSHED PLANNING - IDENTIFICATION OF RIPARIAN ZONES AND THEIR CONDITION PROJECT (Executive Res. #B 164/02) MAPLE SYRUP TENDER CA02 -001 (Executive Res. #B 165/02) TERMINATION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11:36 a.m., on January 10, 2002. Dick O'Brien Chair /ks J. Craig Mather Secretary- Treasurer 290 H THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #12/02 January 24, 2003 The Authority Meeting #12/02, was held In the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village, on Friday, January 24, 2003. The Chair Dick O'Brien, called the meeting to order at 10:10 a.m. PRESENT Maria Augimeri Member David Barrow Member Lorna Bissell Member Ila Bossons Member Rob Ford Member Cliff Gyles Member Suzan Hall Member Anthony Ketchum Member Pam McConnell Member Jim McMaster Vice Chair Dick O'Brien. . Gerri Lynn O'Conor Member Bill O'Donnell Member Linda Pabst Member Joe Pantalone Member Dave Ryan Member Frank Scarpitti Member Sherene Shaw Member Ian Sinclair Member Tanny Wells Member REGRETS Bas Balkissoon Member Raymond Cho Member Michael Di Biase Member Susan DiMarco Member Irene Jones Member Peter Milczyn Member Ron Moeser Member Maja Prentice Member 291 RES. #A306 /02 - MINUTES Moved by: Seconded by: Linda Pabst Ian Sinclair THAT the Minutes of Meeting #11/02, held on January 10, 2003, be approved. CARRIED SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION RES. #A307 /02 - CONSULTING ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE UPGRADING OF SEVEN AUTHORITY OWNED AND OPERATED WATER WORKS FACILITIES Award of Contract. Report on the Authority's water works and award of contract for consulting engineer services for the upgrading of Authority owned and operated water works facilities at: Boyd Field Office, Centre for Sustainable Living at Kortright, Claremont Field Centre, and Albion Hills, Glen Haffy, Bruce's Mill and Cold Creek Conservation Parks. Moved by: Seconded by: Joe Pantalone Gerri Lynn O'Connor THAT the firm of Gamsby and Mannerow Limited be retained to undertake the engineering services for the upgrading of Authority owned and operated water works facilities at: Boyd Field Office, Centre for Sustainable Living at Kortright, Claremont Field Centre, and Albion Hills, Glen Haffy, Bruce's Mill and Cold Creek Conservation Parks; at a total cost not to exceed $162,218 excluding GST. AMENDMENT RES. #A308 /02 . Moved by: Joe Pantalone Seconded by: Gerri Lynn O'Connor THAT the main motion be amended to read: THAT the firm of Gamsby and Mannerow Limited be retained to undertake the engineering services for the upgrading of Authority owned and operated water works facilities at: Boyd Field Office, Centre for Sustainable Living at Kortright, Claremont Field Centre, and Albion Hills, Glen Haffy, Bruce's Mill and Cold Creek Conservation Parks; at a total cost not to exceed $162,218 excluding GST, subject to a favourable peer review by Regional Works staff. THE AMENDMENT WAS CARRIED THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED 292 BACKGROUND At Meeting #5/02, the Executive adopted Resolution #B72/02 as follows: THAT the firm of Gamsby and Mannerow Limited be retained to undertake the Comprehensive Engineering Assessment of TRCA Water Works study; the total cost of the engineering component not to exceed $26,000 (excluding GST) and, at additional cost laboratory analysis as required. Following is a summary of the Engineering Assessment carried out by Gamsby and Mannerow Limited. Applicable Regulations Water system evaluation to date has determined that Section 52 of the Ontario Water Resources Act (OWRA) applies to the seven Authority rural water system sites. Criteria governing the applicability of the OWRA relates to system capacity and states that where water use is for human consumption and where a water works is capable of supplying water at a rate greaterthan 50,000 L/day (equivalent to 34.7 L/min or 7.6 Igpm), then the OWRA applies and a Certificate of Approval is required. There are no Certificates of Approval at any of the existing sites. The Drinking Water Protection Regulation for Larger Water Works, Regulation 459/00, applies when water use exceeds 50,000 L/day on at least 88 days in any 90 -day period or the water works is capable of supplying water at a rate greater than 250,000 L/day (equivalent to 174 L/min or 38.3 Igpm). Based on known or estimated water use at each site, it is expected that Regulation 459 applies only to the Albion Hills site. For sites requiring an approval (Certificate of Approval - Water) under the OWRA, discussions with MOE staff have confirmed that minimum level of treatment and water testing requirements will be similar to those specified in Regulation 459/00. Regulation 505/01 relates to smaller water works serving 'designated facilities'. Typical facilities classified as 'designated facilities' include schools, day nurseries, health care facilities and social care group homes. While it remains somewhat unclear if the Authority's education facilities fall under this definition, as an interim measure, it was necessary to install a minimum level of treatment to comply to 505/01, until the overall site upgrades could be completed as determined through the certificate of approval process. Upgrades were carried out at Claremont Field Centre and the Albion Hills Field Centre and the Etobicoke Field Centre in Albion Hill Conservation Park and the Centre for Sustainability at Kortright. Regulation 435/93 pertains to water system operator training and certification. Regulation 435/93 governs mandatory training and certification requirements for staff involved in the operations of water or sewage works. Based on current regulations, it is expected that the Authority 's facilities will be classified as Class 1 sites and therefore the operators will require at least a Class 1 license. Currently, Authority staff have small water systems license which is not be sufficient. 293 Capital Improvements The Authority's current treatment and testing program is providing safe drinking water at all sites. the Authority's water supply systems are not in compliance with the new regulations and as a result the consultant has recommended capital improvements to each site together with the appropriate training and improved water sampling. The Authority has already initiated the required training for the appropriate supervisors and staff and has implemented an improved sampling and testing protocol. The recommended upgrades to the water supply and treatment systems at the seven (7) rural conservation area sites will bring all of these systems into compliance with the applicable drinking water acts and regulations. The recommended improvements for each site, generally include the following. upgrading existing wells to reconfiguring existing treatment systems supply and installation of new treatment equipment supply and installation of automated monitoring and alarm equipment commissioning of the upgraded treatment system The preliminary cost estimate including engineering for each site is as follows: Boyd Field Office $68,900 Centre for Sustainable Living at Kortright $97,500 Claremont Field Centre $91,500 Albion Hills Conservation Park $475,000 Glen Haffy Conservation Park $45,500 Bruce's Mill Conservation Park $61,100 Cold Creek Conservation Park $31,200 Total Cost $871,650 The engineering services cost is $162,218 of the total cost and for each site generally includes the following tasks: detailed design of the treatment system upgrades preparation of design drawings and specifications for tendering processing MOE application for Certificate of Approval contract administration site inspection of the construction work site surveying to prepare drawings of the distribution system as- constructed drawings and operations manual 294 Staff recommend Gamsby and Mannerow Limited be retained for these services because they are familiar with the facilities as a result of the preliminary study and have assisted the Authority with interim upgrades to the educational facilities. In addition they have demonstrated excellent technical knowledge of water systems and their treatment together with an excellent understanding of the regulations and compliance issues. RATIONALE The objective of the Authority is to continue to provide safe drinking water. The action plan recommended by Gamsby and Mannerow Limited to replace and upgrade our water systems will ensure safe water and bring our water systems into compliance with the applicable water drinking acts and regulations. Gamsby and Mannerow Limited have demonstrated excellent knowledge of the current regulations, water systems and treatment and have become very knowledgeable of the Authority's water systems through their Comprehensive Engineering Assessment of TRCA Water Works Study. They also provided effective technical support for interim upgrades to the educational facilities and assisted the Authority in- addressing three boiled water orders at the Boyd field office, Bruce's Mill and Kortright. The $162,218 represents the upset limit for engineering assuming all seven sites are included in the work program. Gamsby and Mannerow Limited are prepared to adjust the action plan to reflect Authority priorities and budget issues. Where appropriate Authority staff will carry out tasks to help minimize the engineering costs. FINANCIAL DETAILS Retaining Gamsby and Mannerow Limited and implementing the action plan will be subject to budget approvals. Meetings are being arranged with they Regional Municipalities of Peel, York and Durham to discuss options for funding. Report prepared by: Ron Dewell, extension 5245 For Information contact: Ron Dewell, extension 5245 Date: January 20, 2003 RES. #A309/02 - HEARING PURSUANT TO ONTARIO REGULATION 158 (Executive Res. #B 172/02) THAT item 8.1 - Hearing Report, be received for information. CARRIED 295 RES. #A310 /02 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT, 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation Component / Humber River Watershed Roybridge Holdings Ltd., CFN 33788. Purchase of property located west of Highway No. 27, north of Highway No. 7, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, under the "Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 - 2005" Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed. (Executive Res. #B 173/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Gerri Lynn O'Connor Jim McMaster THAT 8.12 hectares (20.07 acres), more or less, of vacant land be purchased from Roybridge Holdings Ltd., being Part of Lot 8, Concession 9 and designated as Block 5 on Registered Plan 65M -3627 prepared by Schaeffer and Dzaldov, Ontario Land Surveyors, Job No. 99215 -1 H, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, west of Highway No. 27, north of Highway No. 7; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner Roberts LLP, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses Incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED RES. #A311 /02 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation Component / Don River Watershed Broadview Birch Properties Inc., CFN 33785. Purchase of property located west of Hillside Drive, north of Don Valley Drive, City of Toronto (formerly East York), under the "Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 -2005" Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Don River Watershed. (Executive Res. #B 174/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Gerri Lynn O'Connor Jim McMaster 296 THAT 0.20 hectares (0.50 acres), more or less, of vacant land, be purchased from Broadview Birch Properties Inc., being Part of Lot 14, Concession 2 FTB and designated as Part 42, 43, and 44 on Reference Plan 66R- 19914, City of Toronto, located west of Hillside Drive, north of Don Valley Drive; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner Roberts, Barristers and Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses Incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED RES. #A312/02 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION PROJECT 2001 -2005 Flood Plain and Conservation Component / Rouge River Watershed 1124371 Ontario Ltd., CFN 33783. Purchase of property located east of Bayview Avenue and south of Elgin Mills Road East (north and east of Holly Drive within subdivision 19T(R)- 00003) Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York, under the "Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 - 2005" Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Rouge River Watershed (Executive Res. #B 175/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Gerri Lynn O'Connor Jim McMaster THAT 1.0 hectares (2.5 acres), more or less, of vacant land be purchased from 1124371 Ontario Ltd., being Part of Lots 24 and 25, Concession 2 and designated as Block 18 on a draft Plan of Subdivision prepared by Rowan- Stanciu Ltd., Ontario Land Surveyors under their Project No. 20..PLANSURV(EiginM), Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York, east of Bayview Avenue and south of Elgin Mills Road East (north and east of Holly Drive within subdivision 19T(R)- 00003); THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; 297 THAT Gardiner Roberts, Barristers & Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute all necessary documentation required. CARRIED RES. #A313/02 - THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK Request for Permanent Easement for a section of the 9th Line Sanitary Trunk Sewer, Duffins Creek Watershed, Town of Whitchurch - Stouffville, CFN 33784. Receipt of a request from the Regional Municipality of York to provide a permanent easement for a section of the 9th Line Sanitary Trunk Sewer, south of Burkholder Street, east of Russel Avenue, in the Village of Stouffville, Duffins Creek Watershed, Town of Whitchurch - Stouffville. (Executive Res. #8176/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Gerri Lynn O'Connor Jim McMaster WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from the Regional Municipality of York to provide a permanent easement for a section of the 9th Une Sanitary Trunk Sewer, south of Burkholder Street, east of Russel Avenue, in the Village of Stouffville, Duffins Creek Watershed, Town of Whitchurch- Stouffville; AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best Interests of the Authority in furthering Its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to cooperate with the Regional Municipality of York in this instance; THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT a permanent easement containing a total of 0.011 hectares (0.027 acres), more or less, be granted to the Regional Municipality of York for a section of the 9th Line Sanitary Trunk Sewer, said land being Part of Lot 35, Concession 9, designated as Part 6 on Reference Plan 65R -24783 prepared by David Horwood Umited, Ontario Land Surveyor, Project No. 4532 -R7 -A; THAT consideration Is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal, survey, and other costs; THAT the Regional Municipality of York is to fully indemnify the Authority from any and all claims for Injuries, damages, or costs of any nature, resulting in any way, either directly or indirectly, from the granting of the this easement or carrying out of construction; THAT a permit pursuant to Ontario Regulation 158 be obtained prior to the commencement of construction; 298 THAT an archaeological review is to be carried out with any mitigative measures being carried out to the satisfaction of the Authority; THAT said easement be subject to approval of the Minister of Natural Resources in accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27, as amended; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. CARRIED RES. #A314/02 - THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK Request for Permanent Easement for the York/Peel Sanitary Forcemain, Humber River Watershed, City of Vaughan, CFN 33618. Receipt of a request from the Regional Municipality of York to provide a permanent easement for the York/Peel Sanitary Forcemain, north of Steeles Avenue, between Kipling Avenue and Islington Avenue, Humber River Watershed, Cities of Toronto and Vaughan (Executive Res. #B 177/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Gerri Lynn O'Connor Jim McMaster WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Is in receipt of a request from the Regional Municipality of York to provide a permanent easement for the York/Peel Sanitary Sewer, north of Steeles Avenue; between Kipling Avenue and Islington Avenue, Humber River Watershed, Cities of Toronto and Vaughan; AND WHEREAS it Is in the opinion of the Authority that it is in the best interests of the Authority in furthering Its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to cooperate with the Regional Municipality of York in this instance; THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT a permanent easement containing a total of 0.225 hectares (0.557 acres), more or less, be granted to the Regional Municipality of York for the York/Peel Sanitary Forcemain, said land being Part of Lot 1, Concession 8, City of Vaughan, designated as Part 9 on Reference Plan 65R -25425 - 0.0063 hectares (0.015 acres), more or less; Part of Lot 40, Concession °A° Fronting The Humber, City of Toronto, designated as Part 3 on Reference Plan 66R -19984 - 0.219 hectares (0.541 acres), more or less prepared by Krcmar Surveyors Limited, O.LS., (Drawings RY -V -31 and RY- V -32); THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal, survey and other costs; r 299 THAT the Regional Municipality of York Is to fully indemnify the Authority from any and all claims for Injuries, damages or costs of any nature, resulting in any way, either directly or indirectly, from the granting of these easements or carrying out of construction; THAT a permit pursuant to Ontario Regulation 158 be obtained prior to the commencement of construction; THAT an archaeological review is to be carried out with any mitigative measures being carried out to the satisfaction of the Authority; THAT the granting of these easements is subject to the approval of the City of Toronto who manage these lands on the Authority's behalf; THAT said easement be subject to the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources in accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27 as amended; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, Including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. CARRIED RES. #A315/02 - TOWN OF CALEDON Request for Permanent Easements for Storm Sewer Outfall and Sanitary Sewer Connection, Humber River Watershed, Town of Caledon, CFN 33852. Receipt of a request from the Town of Caledon to provide permanent easements for a storm sewer outfall and a sanitary sewer connection on the north side (i.e. sanitary connection) and south side (i.e. storm sewer location) of King Street East, east of Old King Road, in the Village of Bolton, Humber River Watershed, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel (Executive Res. #B 178/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Joe Pantalone Pam McConnell WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Is in receipt of a request from the Town of Caledon to provide permanent easements for a storm sewer outfall and sanitary sewer connection on the north side (i.e. sanitary connection) and south side (i.e. storm sewer location) of King Street East, east of Old King Road, In the Village of Bolton, Humber River Watershed, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel; AND WHEREAS it is in the best Interest of the TRCA in furthering its objectives as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act to co- operate with the Town of Caledon in this Instance; 300 THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT permanent easements be granted to the Town of Caledon across TRCA lands containing 0.077 hectares (0.191 acres), more or less, being Part of Lot G, Block 1 and Part of Lot A, Block 5, Plan BOL -7, Town of Caledon, designated as Parts 1, 2, and 3 on a plan of survey prepared by Krcmar Surveyors Ltd. under their Job No. 01 -246; THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal, survey, and other costs; THAT the Town of Caledon is to fully indemnify and absolve TRCA from any and all claims for injuries, damaged, or costs of any nature, resulting in any way, either directly or indirectly, from the granting of the easements or the carrying out of construction; THAT a permit pursuant to Ontario Regulation 158 be obtained prior to the commencement of construction; THAT an archaeological review is to be carried out with any mitigative measures being carried out to the satisfaction of the Authority; THAT the said easements be subject to the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources in accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27 as amended; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate TRCA officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto including the obtaining of any necessary approvals and the execution of any documents. CARRIED RES. #A316/02 - BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE, CITY OF TORONTO Tender ES02 -14 - Carriage Works and Cabinet Maker's Shop. Award of Contract ES02 -14 for the restoration of the Carriage Works and Cabinet Maker's Shop at Black Creek Pioneer Village. (Executive Res. #B 179/02) Moved by: Seconded by: Gerri Lynn O'Connor Jim McMaster THAT J. D. Strachan Construction Ltd. be awarded Contract ES02 -14 in the amount of $ 122,300 (excluding GST). 301 AND FURTHER THAT staff, In consultation with the project Architect, Goldsmith Borgal & Company Ltd., be authorized to approve additional unspecified expenditures to a maximum of fifteen percent of the total cost of the work to J. D. Strachan Construction Ltd., if deemed necessary. CARRIED SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION RES. #A317 /02 - - SECTION 11- ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Gerri Lynn O'Connor Bill O'Donnell THAT Ontario Regulation 158 items 8.9.1 - 8.9.20, with the exception of 8.9.9 - 8.9.11, contained in Section 11 of Executive Committee Minutes #12/02, held on January 17, 2003, be received. RES. #A318 /02 - SECTION I1- ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Lorna Bissell Linda Pabst CARRIED THAT Ontario Regulation 158 items 8.9.9 - 8.9.11, inclusive, contained in Section 11 of Executive Committee Minutes #12/02, held on January 17, 2003, be received. CARRIED RES. #A319 /02 - SECTION 11- ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Sherene Shaw Rob Ford THAT Section 11 Items 8.10 - 8.16, with the exception of 8.13 - RAP Fish Tumour Assessment, contained In Executive Committee Minutes #12/02, held on January 17, 2003, be received. CARRIED 302 Section 11 Items 8.10 - 8.16. with the exception of 8.13 VEHICLE ACQUISTIONS (Executive Res. #B 182/02) MARINE ARCHAEOLOGY SERVICES (Executive Res. #B 183/02) MAPLE SYRUP TENDER CA02 -001 (Executive Res. #B 184/02) . YORK PEEL DURHAM GROUNDWATER STUDY - DRILLING OF KEY BOREHOLES IN DURHAM REGION (Executive Res. #8186/02) GTA TASK FORCE ON ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD REFORM (Executive Res. #B 187/02) RECRUITMENT PROCESS FOR THE CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (Executive Res. #B 188/02) RES. #A320 /02 - SECTION 11- ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION Moved by: Seconded by: Ila Bossons Suzan Hall THAT Section 11 item 8.13 - RAP Fish Tumour Assessment, contained in Executive Committee Minutes #12/02, held on January 17, 2003, be received. NEW BUSINESS RES. #A321 /02 - DURHAM WATERFRONT Moved by: Seconded by: Dave Ryan Jim McMaster CARRIED THAT the Region of Durham be requested to support the development of a 2004 -2008 capital project for the Durham waterfront within TRCA's jurisdiction; AND FURTHER THAT the Region of Durham be so advised. CARRIED 303 TERMINATION ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11:00 a.m., on January 24, 2003. Dick O'Brien Chair /ks J. Craig Mather Secretary- Treasurer