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THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY Annual #1/03
February 21, 2003
The Authority Meeting Annual #1/03, was held in the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer
Village, on Friday, February 21, 2003. The Chair Dick O'Brien, called the meeting to order
at 11:44 a.m.
PRESENT
Maria Augimen Member
Bas Balkissoon Member
David Barrow Member
Lorna Bissell Member
Ila Bossons Member
Raymond Cho Member
Michael Di Biase Member
Rob Ford Member
Cliff Gyles Member
Irene Jones Member
Anthony Ketchum Member
Pam McConnell Member
Jim McMaster 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
Sherene Shaw Member
Ian Sinclair Member
Tanny Wells Member
REGRETS
Susan DiMarco Member
Suzan Hall Member
Peter Milczyn Member
Ron Moeser Member
Joe Pantalone Member
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INAUGURAL MEETING
RES. #A1 /03 - MINUTES
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Linda Pabst
Michael Di Biase
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #12/02, held on January 24, 2003, be approved.
CARRIED
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION
RES. #A2 /03 - STATUTORY BORROWING RESOLUTION - 2003
The Authority's Rules of Conduct require annual approval of a resolution
to provide for borrowing of funds, if necessary.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Maria Augimeri
Cliff Gyles
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
BACKGROUND
The Authority's Rules of Conduct, Section XVIII, Banking and Borrowing, require that the
borrowing of money by the Authority shall be authorized by a resolution of the Authority. At
each annual meeting, a resolution is presented to authorize borrowing for the coming year.
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RATIONALE
The Authority's borrowing resolution provides that the Authority may borrow up to $10 million.
This amount is necessary in the event that certain land acquisitions or other capital
expenditures proceed prior to the actual receipt of funding from the Authority's funding .
partners. Currently, the Authority maintains a credit facility with the Royal Bank in the amount
of one million dollars. The Bank's credit line has not been used in recent years.
For Information contact: Rocco Sgambelluri, extension 5232
Date: February 13, 2003
RES. #A3/03 - TORONTO TRANSIT COMMISSION
Proposed Streetcar Loop at Lake Shore Boulevard West and Parklawn
Road, City of Toronto (West Community). Receipt of a request from the
Toronto Transit Commission for agreement in principal to protect TRCA
lands at Humber Bay Park West located on the south west corner of
Lake Shore Boulevard West and Parklawn Road for a future expansion of
the Park Lawn bus loop to allow both streetcar and bus operations, City
of Toronto (West Community)
(Executive Res. #B 191 /02)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Irene Jones
Rob Ford
THAT WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is in receipt of a
request from the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) to provide agreement in principal to
protect TRCA lands at Humber Bay Park West located on the south west corner of Lake
Shore Boulevard West and Parklawn Road for a future expansion of the Park Lawn bus
loop to allow both streetcar and bus operations, City of Toronto (West Community);
AND WHEREAS the subject lands are managed by the City of Toronto In accordance with
the terms and conditions of an agreement dated October 11, 1972;
THAT TTC be advised that TRCA is in agreement in principal with the protection of TRCA
lands for a future expansion of the Park Lawn bus loop to allow both streetcar and bus
operations as set out on the sketch attached to the staff report dated January 28, 2003,
subject to the following conditions:
a) That TTC obtain agreement for this proposal from the City of Toronto's Economic
Development, Culture and Tourism department;
b) Prior to commencing construction of the expansion of the Park Lawn bus loop, the
City of Toronto and TRCA be provided with the detailed construction drawings for
review and approval;
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c) Prior to commencing construction, an archaeological review is to be carried out if
deemed necessary by TRCA, with any mitigative measures being carried out at the
expense of TTC to the satisfaction of TRCA;
d) The cost of the construction and the relocation of park infrastructure is to be at TTC's
expense.
CARRIED
RES. #A4 /03 - 2003 FEE SCHEDULE
Black Creek Pioneer Village. Changes to the 2003 Fee Schedule for
Black Creek Pioneer Village General School Tour Rate
(Public Use Res. #E41 /02)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Tanny Wells
Linda Pabst
THAT the 2003 Fee Schedule be amended to include the proposed changes for Black
Creek Pioneer Village.
CARRIED
RES. #A5 /03 - CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS 2003 -2004
To allocate Capital Development budget to 2003 and 2004 projects.
(Public Use Res. #E42/02)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Tanny Wells
Linda Pabst
THAT the Authority approve the projects for 2003 and 2004 as presented.
RES. #A6 /03 - COMMERCIAL FILMING GUIDELINES AND FEES
Review and update of filming guidelines and fees.
(Public Use Res. #E43/02)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Tanny Wells
Linda Pabst
CARRIED
THAT the Filming Guidelines and Fees for Commercial Filming on Authority lands be
adopted, and that our member municipalities be so advised.
CARRIED
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RES. #A7 /03 - BAKER'S WOODS
Forest Management Plan. To provide a status report on the completion
of the Forest Management Plan preparation and to provide an update on
interim management activities completed to date by project partners.
(Public Use Res. #E44/02)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Tanny Wells
Linda Pabst
THAT staff be directed to prepare the partnership property management agreement
between the Region of York, the City of Vaughan, the TRCA following the completion of
the Baker's Woods Forest Management Plan;
That the final Forest Management Plan be finalized for the April 4, 2003 Public Use
Advisory Board Meeting;
THAT the recommendations of the Forest Management Plan - Partnership Working Group
be incorporated into the management agreement and implemented;
AND FURTHER THAT the public be encouraged to visit the maple syrup demonstrations
at Kortright Centre for Conservation and the Bruce's Mill Conservation Area.
CARRIED
RES. #A8 /03 - YPD STUDY TEAM UPDATE AND 2003 WORKPLAN
Implementation of the 2003 Workplan and future direction of the YPD
Groundwater Study.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 107/02)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Ila Bossons
THAT staff be directed to implement the attached work plan of the YPD Groundwater
Management Strategy Study in 2003;
THAT staff be directed to complete and report back on a long term work plan to address
the future direction of the YPD Groundwater Study beyond the completion of Phase 2 in
the summer of 2003;
THAT an agreement be established with the Ministry of Natural Resources to develop a
standardized methodology for delineating hummocky topography and to map the
hummocky topography areas across the Oak Ridges Moraine area;
THAT an agreement be established with the Geological Survey of Canada to provide
ongoing geoscience services in 2003;
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THAT an agreement be established with Gerber Geosciences to provide ongoing
groundwater flow modelling support in 2003;
AND FURTHER THAT staff extend an offer to the Planning and Public Works Committees
at the Regions of York, Peel, Durham and the City of Toronto, as well as the Boards of the
partner Conservation Authorities, to make a formal presentation of the study progress.
CARRIED
RES. #A9 /03 - ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD HEARING FOR NORTH LESLIE
SECONDARY PLAN AREA WITHIN THE ROUGE RIVER
WATERSHED, TOWN OF RICHMOND HILL
Confirmation of Party Status at the upcoming Ontario Municipal Board
Hearing for the North Leslie Secondary Plan Area, Town of Richmond Hill
and the participation in a three party agreement between the Region of
York, the Town of Richmond Hill and the Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority to share costs for consultants required to facilitate
a resolution to issues at the Ontario Municipal Board and /or provide
evidence to the Ontario Municipal Board in the event that issues are not
fully resolved.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 108/02)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Ila Bossons
THAT staff be directed to maintain party status in front of the Ontario Municipal Board
with respect to an appeal made by the Bayview Land Owners Group as it relates to the
Town of Richmond Hill and Region of York's refusal to approve on Official Plan
Amendment including a proposed Secondary Plan and Environmental Master Servicing
Plan for the North Leslie Planning Area, in the Town of Richmond Hill;
THAT staff be directed to continue to work with the affected parties to resolve TRCA
issues related to this appeal;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to retain legal services, and consultant services
through a cost sharing arrangement (25 %) with the Region of York and Town of
Richmond Hill for any necessary representation on these matters.
CARRIED
RES. #A10 /03 - ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT ACT PROCESS
Proposed Highway #427 Extension. Status update on Toronto and
Region Conservation Authority staff input into the EA for the Proposed
Highway #427 Extension
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 109/02 & D110/02)
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Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Ila Bossons
THAT the report on the Environmental Assessment Act process regarding the Proposed
Highway #427 Extension be received;
THAT staff report back on April 11, 2003 with a more comprehensive report on the
proposed Highway #427 extension, including relevant information from the soon to be
released report from the Smart Growth Secretariat and outlining the process by which all
the Conservation Authorities affected by the proposed extension can coordinate their
comments on the project;
AND FURTHER THAT staff examine and report on the issue of increased Infrastructure
costs to the taxpayer of new development which may follow the extended highway,
including sewage treatment and water taking.
CARRIED
RES. #A11 /03 - UPDATED PLAN REVIEW & TECHNICAL CLEARANCE PROTOCOL
WITH REGION OF PEEL
To advise Board members of the recent review of and changes to the
protocol for planning services between the Region of Peel and the 3
Conservation Authorities serving Peel.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 111 /02)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Ila Bossons
THAT the updated Plan Review and Technical Clearance Protocol with the Region of Peel
be approved and that staff be authorized to execute any necessary documents and that
staff commence a similar process to update protocols with the Regions of York and
Durham.
CARRIED
RES. #Al2 /03 - NATURAL HERITAGE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
Aquatic Habitat Restoration Strategy - Toronto Waterfront. The Authority,
in partnership with various agencies under the direction of an advisory
panel, is developing a comprehensive Aquatic Habitat Restoration
Strategy for the Toronto Waterfront under the Natural Heritage Program.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 112/02)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Ila Bossons
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THAT staff be directed to proceed with the development of an Aquatic Habitat Restoration
Strategy for the Toronto Waterfront under the Natural Heritage Management Program at
this critical stage in the revitalization plans for Toronto's Waterfront;
THAT staff be directed to establish an Aquatic Habitat Restoration Strategy Advisory
Panel chaired by Dr. Doug Dodge and comprised of key aquatic habitat experts;
THAT staff be directed to establish a stakeholder committee, chaired by the TRCA,
consisting of selected representatives from the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization
Corporation, the City of Toronto, the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, Toronto and
Region Conservation, Ministry of Natural Resources, Environment Canada, Ministry of
Environment, and the Toronto Port Authority and other stakeholders as required;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to report back to the Watershed Management
Advisory Board at Meeting #4/03, on September 12, 2003 or at the earliest meeting
thereafter upon completion of the Aquatic Habitat Restoration Strategy.
CARRIED
RES. #A13/03 - TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY (TRCA)
REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICING
PLANS
Draft TRCA Generic Requirements to guide the preparation of Master
Environmental Servicing Plans (MESPs) and subsequent Functional
Servicing Plans (FSPs).
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 113/02)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Ila Bossons
THAT staff use the draft TRCA Generic Requirements for Master Environmental Servicing
Plans attached to this report to provide direction /input into the preparation of MESP's;
THAT staff work with municipalities to incorporate the requirements into their guidance
documents;
THAT staff consult with neighboring Conservation Authorities to improve consistency
with their policies and guidelines;
AND FURTHER THAT staff update the requirements as needed based on feedback from
the municipalities and to reflect advancements in the Authority's Natural Heritage and
Water Management Programs.
CARRIED
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RES. #A14 /03 - NATURALIZATION AND FLOOD PROTECTION FOR THE LOWER
DON RIVER
Appointments to Technical Advisory Committee. To appoint members to
the Technical Advisory Committee to assist TRCA staff and consultants in
the development of the Environmental Assessments for the Naturalization
and Flood Protection of the Lower Don River.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 114/02)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Ila Bossons
THAT Ron Fletcher of the South Riverdale Community and Queen Broadview BIA be a
Citizen Member to the Technical Advisory Committee;
THAT the following government agencies be Invited to appoint representatives for
participation on the Technical Advisory Committee: National Energy Board, Public Works
and Government Services, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Culture, and Waterfront
Secretariat;
THAT the following stakeholders be invited to appoint representatives for participation on
the Technical Advisory Committee: Toronto Terminals Corporation, Unilever, Kodex, and
Home Depot;
AND FURTHER THAT Mark Wilson be removed as a Citizen Member of the Technical
Advisory Committee due to his appointment as a Director to the Waterfront Revitalization
Corporation Board.
CARRIED
RES. #A15 /03 - NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT ACT UPDATE
Update on the Nutrient Management Act•and the consultation process,
specifically Stage 2 Draft Nutrient Management Act Regulations.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 115/02)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Ila Bossons
THAT the staff report on the status of Bill 81, the Nutrient Management Act Regulations
and a summary of Stage 2 comments from a Conservation Ontario working group, be
received for information.
CARRIED
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RES. #A16 /03 - 2002 CANADA GOOSE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
Egg Oiling. The 2002 Canada Goose Management Egg Oiling Program
Progress Report and details of the 2003 Program.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 116/02 & D 117/02)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Ila Bossons
THAT the 2002 Goose Management Program Report be endorsed;
THAT TRCA staff be directed to continue to pursue the program with area municipalities.
AND FURTHER THAT TRCA send a letter to local waterfront businesses In the area
affected by significant goose populations advising them of the goose oiling program and
requesting their financial assistance with the program.
CARRIED
RES. #A17 /03 - UPDATE ON LOW FLOW MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
Reporting on the status of low flow management in TRCA watersheds.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 118/02)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Ila Bossons
THAT the report on the Update on the Low Flow Management Program be accepted for
information, and that the staff of the Authority continue in the development of the
program and discuss the findings related with surface water taking's with appropriate
MOE staff as analysis of the data directs.
CARRIED
RES. #A18 /03 - URBAN AGRICULTURE PROJECT
Endorsement of the Urban Agriculture Project for a TRCA property
located at Black Creek Pioneer Village
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 119/02)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Ila Bossons
THAT the concept of developing an Urban Agriculture Project at Black Creek Pioneer
Village be endorsed;
THAT staff be authorized to take such action as is necessary to implement the project,
including the signing and execution of any documents;
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AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Authority with a program report on the
project by the end of 2003.
CARRIED
RES. #A19/03 - CHANGES TO MEMBERSHIP
Humber Watershed Alliance. Changes to the membership of the Humber
Watershed Alliance.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D120 /02)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Ila Bossons
THAT the resignation of Mr. Derek Doyle, resident of the City of Toronto, be received;
THAT the resignation of Mr. Jeff Hathaway, resident of the City of Toronto, be received;
THAT the resignation of Ms. Barbara Nagy, resident of the City of Toronto, be received;
THAT the resignation of Ms. Christine Tu, resident of the City of Mississauga, be
received;
THAT the resignation of Ms. Tija Luste, representing the Waterfront Regeneration Trust,
be received;
THAT the resignation of Ms. Angela Pumputis, representing the Toronto Montessori
Academy, be received;
THAT the resignation of Ms. Jackie Fraser, representing Aggregate Producers
Association of Ontario, be received;
THAT the resignation of Ms. Cheryl Gonsalves, representing the Emery Creek
Environmental Association, be received;
THAT the resignations of Ms. Shelley Petrie and Ms. Janet May, representing the Toronto
Environmental Alliance, be received;
THAT Mr. Richard Hoffmann, representing Trout Unlimited, be appointed to the Humber
Watershed Alliance;
AND FURTHER THAT Mr. Kala Pandit, resident of the City of Toronto, be appointed to the
Humber Watershed Alliance.
CARRIED
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RES. #A20 /03 - HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE
Minutes of Meeting #4/02, October 22, 2002. The minutes of Humber
Watershed Alliance meeting #4/02, held on October 22, 2002, are
provided for information.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D121 /02)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Ila Bossons
THAT the minutes of the Humber Watershed Alliance meeting #4/02, held on October 22,
2002, as appended, be received.
CARRIED
RES. #A21 /03 - ETOBICOKE- MIMICO WATERSHEDS COALITION
Minutes of Meeting #1/02 and #2/02. The Minutes of the
Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition Meeting #1/02, held on
September 26, 2002 and #2/02, held on November 28, 2002, are
provided for information.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 122/02)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Ila Bossons
THAT the Minutes of the Etobicoke- Mimico Watersheds Coalition Meeting #1/02, held on
September 26, 2002 and #2/02, held on November 28, 2002, as appended, be received.
CARRIED
SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
RES. #A22 /03 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Dave Ryan
David Barrow
THAT Ontario Regulation 158 items 8.2.1 - 8.2.29, inclusive, contained in Section 1I of
Executive Committee Minutes #13/02, held on February 7, 2003, be received.
CARRIED
RES. #A23 /03 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Maja Prentice
Pam McConnell
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THAT Section II items 8.3 - 8.7, inclusive, contained in Section II of Executive Committee
Minutes #13/02, held on February 7, 2003, be received.
Section I1 Items 8.3 - 8.7
PAPER SUPPLIES TENDER 2003
(Executive Res. #B 195/02)
FOREST MANAGEMENT PROGRAM - WINTER 2002/2003
(Executive Res. #B 196/02)
REGIONAL WATERSHED MONITORING PROGRAM
(Executive Res. #B 197/02)
WATERFRONT ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAM
(Executive Res. #B 198/02)
REVIEW OF ADMINISTRATION FEES FOR PLANNING SERVICES
(Executive Res. #B 199/02)
RES. #A24/03 - SECTION 1I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Dave Ryan
David Barrow
CARRIED
THAT Ontario Regulation 158 item 11.1.1, contained in Section II of Executive Committee
Minutes #14/02, held on February 21, 2003, be received.
CARRIED
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ANNUAL MEETING
The Chief Administrative Officer /Secretary- Treasurer, Craig Mather, assumed the Chair for the
Annual Meeting and conducted the 2003 Election of Officers.
APPOINTMENTS TO THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY FOR
2003 -2004
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 2003 -2004 year.
ADJALA - TOSORONTIO /MONO Anthony Ketchum
DURHAM Jim McMaster
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Dave Ryan
TORONTO Maria Augimeri
Bas Balkissoon
Ila Bossons
Raymond Cho
Rob Ford
Suzan Hall
Irene Jones
Pam McConnell
Peter Milczyn
Ron Moeser
Dick O'Brien
Joe Pantalone
Sherene Shaw
Tanny Wells
PEEL
YORK
Lorna Bissell
Susan DiMarco
Cliff Gyles
Maja Prentice
Ian Sinclair
David Barrow
Michael Di Biase
Bill O'Donnell
Linda Pabst
Frank Scarpitti
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RES. #A25 /03 - APPOINTMENT OF SCRUTINEERS
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Frank Scarpitti
Bill O'Donnell
THAT Mr. James Horne, Parnter, KPMG and Mr. R.D. (Ross) Pountney, Senior Accounts
Manager, Public Sector Markets, RBC, be appointed as scrutineers for the election of
officers, if required.
CHAIR OF THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
Dick O'Brien was nominated by Gerri Lynn O'Connor.
RES. #A26 /03 - MOTION TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Maria Augimeri
Raymond Cho
THAT nominations for the office of Chair of the Authority be closed.
CARRIED
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 Bas Balkissoon.
RES. #A27 /03 - MOTION TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Frank Scarpitti
Dave Ryan
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.
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RES. #A28/03 -
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Moved by:
Seconded by:
ADVISORY BOARD APPOINTMENTS
Appointment of Members of the Authority to the three Advisory Boards.
Jim McMaster
Cliff Gyles
THAT the following list of Advisory Board Members be received and approved;
AND FURTHER THAT Clause 20 of Section V of the Rules of Conduct be altered for the
2003 -2004 Authority year such that as many as 12 Members may sit on an Advisory
Board.
Finance and Business Development Advisory Board
David Barrow
Bas Balkissoon
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
Joe Pantalone
Dave Ryan
Frank Scarpitti
Ian Sinclair
Tanny Wells
Public Use Advisory Board
Maria Augimeri
Raymond Cho
Michael Di Blase
Susan DIMarco
Suzan Hall
Peter Milczyn
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Linda Pabst
Sherene Shaw
For Information contact: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264; Andrea Fennell, extension 6281
Date: February 12, 2003
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TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11:09 a.m., on Friday, February 21, 2003.
Dick O'Brien
Chair
/ks
J. Craig Mather
Secretary- Treasurer
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Q'THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #2/03
March 28, 2003
The Authority Meeting #2/03, was held int he South Theatre, Head Office, on Friday,
March 28, 2003. 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
Ila Bossons Member
Michael Di Biase Member
Susan Marco Member
Rob Ford Member
Cliff Gyles Member
Suzan Hall Member
Irene Jones Member
Pam McConnell Member
Jim McMaster Vice Chair
Peter Milczyn Member
Ron Moeser Member
Dick O'Brien Chair
Linda Pabst Member
Maja Prentice Member
Frank Scarpitti Member
Sherene Shaw Member
Ian Sinclair Member
Tanny Wells Member
REGRETS
Raymond Cho Member
Anthony Ketchum Member
Gerri Lynn O'Connor Member
Bill O'Donnell Member
Joe Pantalone Member
Dave Ryan Member
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RES. #A29 /03 - MINUTES
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ila Bossons
Tanny Wells
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #1/03, held on February 21, 2003, be approved.
DELEGATIONS
(a)
CARRIED
A delegation by Madeleine McDowell, Chair, Humber Heritage Committee, in regards to
the Tennis Canada Proposal.
RES. #A30 /03 - DELEGATIONS
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Susan DiMarco
Suzan Hall
THAT above -noted delegation (a) be heard and received.
PRESENTATIONS
(a)
CARRIED
A presentation by Gord MacPherson, Coordinator, Coastal Ecology, in regards to the
WOW Program and vehicle.
(b) A presentation by George Leja, President, Humber Creek Restoration Group, in regards
to the Chapman Valley Vegetation Report.
RES. #A31 /03 - PRESENTATIONS
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Jim McMaster
Irene Jones
THAT above -noted presentations (a) and (b) be heard and received.
CARRIED
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SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION
RES. #A32/03 - PROJECT FOR THE ACQUISITION OF NATURAL AREAS WITHIN
THE ROUGE RIVER WATERSHED
Persaud, Deonarine and Indranie, CFN 33810. Purchase of property
owned by Deonarine and Indranie Persaud, located on the northwest
corner of Finch Avenue East and Beare Road, in the City of Toronto,
(East Community).
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Cliff Gyles
David Barrow
THAT 5 hectares (13 acres) more or Tess, consisting of a rectangular shaped parcel of
land, be purchased from Deonarine and Indranie Persaud, said lands being Part of Lot 3,
Concession 4, City of Toronto (East Community), located on the north west corner of
Finch Avenue and Beare Road;
THAT the purchase price be $300,000;
THAT the Province of Ontario 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
BACKGROUND
The Rouge Park Alliance at its meeting #7/02 held on November 2002, adopted the following
resolution:
THAT the Rouge Park Alliance add the property on the north -west comer of Finch
Avenue East and Beare Road, City of Toronto, (Part of Lot 3, Concession 4), to its pool of
priority sites;
AND FURTHER THAT the Rouge Park Alliance direct the TRCA to investigate the
potential acquisition of this property.
A further report relating to the purchase of the Persaud property is being considered by the
Rouge Park Alliance on Friday March 21, 2003.
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Resolution #A52/99, TRCA Meeting #2/99, February 26,1999, approved the "Project for the
Acquisition of Natural Areas within the Rouge River Watershed."
Negotiations have been conducted with Shiv Misir of Re /Max Executive Realty Inc. (1996) and
an Agreement of Purchase and Sale has been secured which is conditional on approval of the
Members of TRCA and obtaining the necessary funding.
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 is strategically located in the Rouge Park South almost entirely
surrounded by publicly owned land and is on the Pool of Priority Acquisition Sites for the
Rouge Park approved by the Rouge Park Alliance. The property is completely forested and is
located in the Rouge River Central Woodland Valley Complex ANSI.
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.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
It is proposed that the Province of Ontario be requested to fund 50% of this transaction. The
remaining 50% of the funding will be from available land acquisition capital funding secured
through the City of Toronto.
Report prepared by: Mike Fenning, extension 5223
For Information contact: Ron Dewell, extension 5245
Mike Fenning, extension 5223
Date: March 19, 2003
Attachments: 1
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RES. #A33/03 - CENTRAL WATERFRONT SECONDARY PLAN, MAKING WAVES:
PRINCIPLES FOR BUILDING TORONTO'S WATERFRONT
The Proposed Secondary Plan for the Central Waterfront - City of
Toronto. To report on the proposed City of Toronto Central Waterfront
Secondary Plan "Making Waves" being considered at a public meeting
by the Planning and Transportation Committee on April 4, 2003.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Pam McConnell
Tanny Wells
THAT the Authority strongly support the proposed City of Toronto Central Waterfront
Secondary Plan "Making Waves" being considered at the Planning and Transportation
Committee's public meeting on April 4, 2003 which reflects the revisions since the their
January 13, 2003 meeting and indicate the window of opportunity to facilitate the
revitalization of Toronto's Central Waterfront through its timely adoption;
THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) indicate Its appreciation to
the City of Toronto staff for Involving TRCA staff in the extensive discussions since
January 13, 2003 on modifications to the Central Waterfront Secondary Plan and for its
attention to the sustainable environmental components of the plan and policies;
THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Indicate its appreciation to the
Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation for the opportunity to work with its partners
on the critical "Public Space Framework" initiative as we move forward into the City's
"Precinct Implementation Strategy" process In mid 2003;
THAT Authority staff be directed to continue to work closely with the City of Toronto and
the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation to maintain the momentum of
revitalization of the Central Waterfront leading up to and Including the precinct
implementation strategy development on matters such as flood protection, terrestrial and
aquatic features, natural heritage, the Don River Naturalization Environmental
Assessment, the "Public Space Framework" initiative and other Initiatives;
AND FURTHER THAT the City of Toronto and the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization
Corporation be so advised.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #10, 02, held on November 29, 2002, Resolution #A263/02 was
approved:
THAT the Authority support the recommended Toronto Central Waterfront Secondary
Plan - "Making Waves" being considered at Toronto's Planning and 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;
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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;
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.
At Meeting #11/02, held on January 10, 2003, the Authority in consideration of the TWRC's
Development Plan and Business Strategy approved Resolution #A286/02:
"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."
Due to changes in the Unwin Avenue alignment and development limit adjacent to Tommy
Thompson Park at the December 12, 2002 Planning and Transportation Committee Meeting on
the proposed Central Waterfront Secondary Plan, the Authority restated its position on this
matter in the above resolution as follows:
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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:
At the January 13, 2003 meeting of The Planning and Transportation Committee, the
Committee requested the Commissioner of Urban Development Services report back on
possible revisions to the proposed Secondary Plan for the Central Waterfront in response to
the ideas of the Toronto Waterfront Design Initiative (The TWDI / the "Design Charrette ") and
other issues. Authority staff have participated in a series of meetings with City staff, the TWDI
architects and representatives of the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation (TWRC) to
discuss the ideas /suggestions and modifications to the Plan. TRCA staff also participated in
one meeting held by City staff with representatives of various community groups from across
the Central Waterfront and attended a meeting on March 12, 2003 hosted by Councillor Pam
McConnell.
It should be noted that the Secondary Plan in the March 12, 2003 report to the Planning and
Transportation Committee on April 4, 2003, maintains the four key principles as previously
stated by the City:
• Removing Barriers /Making Connections;
• Building a Network of Spectacular Parks and Public Spaces;
• Promoting a Clean and Green Environment;
• Creating Dynamic and Diverse New Communities.
The following points are the key changes of specific interest to the Authority since the January
13, 2003 - Planning and Transportation Committee meeting excerpted from the March 12, 2003
City of Toronto staff report to the Committee.
(A) ROADS
(1)
Leave Queens Quay East in its existing location
The future requirements for the provision of streetcars within their own right -of -way, as
well as necessary modifications to the intersections of Cherry Street, Lakeshore
Boulevard and Queens Quay in the vicinity of the new Mouth of the Don will require
further study. This requirement for further study is noted on Map A of the Plan.
(ii) Modify the location of bridges across the Mouth of the Don
The maps and text of the Plan also have been modified to show that the proposed
bridge across the new Mouth of the Don River will serve only the requirements of
pedestrians, cyclists and roller bladers and will also be a part of the landscape. Until
further study is completed, including the Environmental Assessment to review the
options for naturalizing the Mouth of the Don River and minimizing flood risk, it will be
impossible to show the exact location of any new road or pedestrian bridges across the
river and as such, their exact location will be determined at a later date.
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(iii) Street grid changes in the Port Lands:
Some changes have been proposed to the street network as a result of further
discussion with the architects involved with the TWDI...
...The waterfront drive connecting Queens Quay East to Cousins and Poison Quays has
also been eliminated, while its traffic carrying function would be provided by other
connections to the Port Lands, particularly Cherry Street and the long term extension of
Broadview Avenue. The elimination of the waterfront drive, however, is likely to increase
the overall traffic capacity requirements on the remaining street network
While there would be local streets to the south of Unwin Avenue and west of the Don
Greenway, the "Major Road" classification that was originally shown for Unwin Avenue
has been removed and as such the street is no longer shown on the Plan. In addition,
while Villiers Street is not shown on the Plan, it is expected that a local park road would
be maintained in roughly its current location to give access to parks uses within the
proposed park area to the north of Commissioners Street. Further study of the alignment
of the streets and bridges within the Mouth of the Don area needs to be undertaken in
conjunction with the Environmental Assessment for this area before they can be
accurately shown on Map A.
The right -of -way widths identified in Schedule A reflect the minimum requirements for the
provision of the necessary sidewalks, vehicular facilities and, in some cases, cycling
lanes and transit facilities. In almost every instance these standards allow for generous
tree planting and sidewalks while providing an appropriate allowance for cars and other
traffic.
(iv) Retention of existing road alignments, grades, waterways and historical features
The current proposals for the Central Waterfront rely heavily on the retention of existing
roads in their current location and for incremental development of the precincts. Part of
the precinct implementation strategy which will follow Council's adoption of the
Secondary Plan, will be to initiate this work Fundamental to this work plan will be the
identification of the precinct boundaries and the order in which they will be developed.
This will be based on a strategy to identify those areas requiring the least new
infrastructure and which have the fewest problems related to environmental remediation.
Other criteria will include those areas which will return the highest social and economic
yield to the City, private enterprise and the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation,
as well as showcasing the results of the overall process.
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A basic premise for this process will be that development must be incremental and will
build on the municipal infrastructure already in place. By so doing, it will be possible to
review all options for the retention of historical features, and designated structures which
relate to the 19th and early 20th century industrial evolution of this area. It should also be
noted that the Plan shows the Gardiner Expressway and Lakeshore Boulevard in their
existing alignment (except in the vicinity of Ontario Place /Exhibition Place) as any
modification would necessarily be subject to further study and the environmental
assessment process.
(B) Review of the central park location and function in the Port Lands
The currently proposed revisions to parks and open space (as noted in Section 4 —
Summary of Map Changes) within the Plan builds on the architects principles expressed
in the Toronto Waterfront Design Initiative (TWDI) and are consistent with the original
policies expressed in "Making Waves ". In addition to the provision of a variety of public
squares, plazas and cultural facilities along the East Bayfront water's edge and into the
Quays, the Plan now shows a substantial park (sometimes referred to as "
Commissioners Park "). This major new park would be located to the north of
Commissioners Street between Cherry Street and the Don Roadway. The location of this
substantial "Commissioners Park" would be immediately adjacent to the proposed
naturalized Mouth of the Don River. The parks location to the south of the naturalized
Mouth of the Don River will complement the wetland area to the north and provide a
complementary variety of public green space.
The provision of a major new park in this location will showcase the design for urban
park facilities and its usefulness will be strengthened by it proximity to the East Bayfront
and the West Don Lands. This location would provide a continuous corridor of green
space connecting from "Commissioners Park" through the naturalized Mouth of the Don
River to the parkland on the west bank of the Don River in the West Don Lands. It
should be recognized that in addition to this major facility which was not shown in the
original "Making Waves ", there will continue to be additional local parks provided in
accordance with the standards identified in the Central Waterfront Secondary Plan.
(C) Maintain a continuous public promenade along,the water's edge
After considerable review of the issues arising from the work undertaken in the Design
Charrette, the Plan continues to show that there will be a continuous public water's edge
promenade along the traditional industrial dockwall. While the promenade will usually be
located adjacent to the urban dockwall, there may be certain locations where this is
currently impossible due to the retention of existing uses and /or issues related to public
safety.
In most instances this promenade will provide for the requirements of the multi -use
pathway with the provision of dedicated space for pedestrians, cycling and roller
blading. In other areas, however, the promenade may be devoted primarily to
pedestrians and the balance of users would follow a more direct route along the
waterfront.
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It is expected that the character and function of the promenade also will vary in response
to the scale and use of adjacent buildings, as well as its location along the inner
harbour. This will depend on whether the promenade is adjacent to stretches of open
water within the Inner Harbour, or whether it is along the more confined spaces found
along the length of the Ship Channel. It will be important at all times, however, to animate
the promenade with publicly accessible uses including cafes, retail uses, and even
tourist destinations on adjacent lands, all of which will help to ensure its popularity and
foster public safety.
Given the changing nature of the neighbourhoods that the promenade will pass through,
the character of the promenade will vary in scale and amenity along its length. Its
function, however, will be to provide general public access along its route to the plazas,
markets, community facilities, and parkettes, or quiet areas for sitting and enjoying the
views, as well as providing opportunities for shelter from the weather. Generally the
promenade would have a continuously paved surface suitable for a wide range of users,
including the handicapped. In many areas, however, soft landscaping including trees,
grass, shrubs and other plantings would be provided along the pathway to enhance its
function as a promenade and linear urban open space. The detailed design of these
areas would be resolved further at the precinct implementation stage.
Extend city streets to the East Bayfront to create "Special Places"
The Secondary Plan now shows the proposed "Special Places" at the water's edge
which may include the extension of existing streets. The detailed precinct implementation
studies will provide more information as to how the character of these Cultural Corridors
will be celebrated at the termination of the streets. It is also anticipated that additional
local streets in the East Bayfront Area will run south from Queens Quay East to the Public
Promenade to continue the traditional Toronto street grid and provide views of the
harbour as well as easy access to and from the Promenade.
(fi) Create an intimately scaled lake edge /public promenade for pedestrian and bicycle
movement
The Plan continues to emphasize the importance of continuous public accessibility along
the water's edge. Along the dockwall around the inner harbour there would also be a
series of "special places" to emphasize the importance of the termination of various
streets at the water and provide public plazas, squares, "water rooms" and other
community facilities. The Public Promenade shown in the Plan would link these public
amenities for easy access by pedestrians and cyclists, as well as providing a comfortable
and intimate link to the moderately scaled development stepping up from the lake in
keeping with good planning principles.
(D) Retain existing lift bridge(s) and other industrial features
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There are currently two lift bridges on Cherry Street, one over the Keating Channel at the
foot of the Don River and the second over the Ship Channel. With the proposed changes
to the Mouth of the Don River, the current lift bridge at the Keating Channel may become
redundant and new bridges would have to be constructed to cross the widened river
mouth.
Heritage Preservation Services have already prepared a Heritage Properties Survey
and an Archaeological Master Plan for the Central Waterfront. In the subsequent precinct
implementation stage this information will be utilized to determine detailed
recommendations for the development of individual sites.
2. Principles for community development
Most of the principles and policies expressed in the original "Making Waves" document
are consistent with the architects proposals to develop mixed -use communities at
medium densities and with sufficient mass to create stable neighbourhoods. The Plan
acknowledges the strong reliance on traditional City building principles to create
dynamic and diverse communities composed of strong and successful neighbourhoods.
The Plan also proposes significant improvements to the quality and amount of open space
provided and would emphasize the "clean and green" nature of new development within a
former brownfields environment.
3. Review of other issues
(11) Resolution of parks inventory and requirements for the Port Lands and West Don Lands
With respect to the "Commissioners" and West Don Lands Parks, the size and
configuration of these sites is such that they can accommodate several of the facility
components that will be required to serve new and existing communities. These parks
have been identified in order to address the need to provide community- oriented active
and passive recreational opportunities. Both of these parks can accommodate a range of
facilities, including district level facilities such as major sports fields.
"Commissioners Park" has been located such that overall park system connections will
be strengthened, and its proximity to the adjacent East Bayfront and West Don Lands will
enable it to serve those communities as well as the Port Lands. If the West Don Lands
parks and open space areas are developed as identified in the King- Parliament
Secondary Plan, the resulting parkland along the west bank of the Don River (the `berm'),
combined with the additional local parks to be identified at the precinct implementation
stage, should achieve sufficient parkland to accommodate the indoor and outdoor
recreation facilities that are required to serve the new communities.
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(111) Review of land uses south of Queens Quay East in East Bayfront
Some portion of the lands to the south of the existing location of Queens Quay East were
always intended to be within the Regeneration Area. With the retention of Queens Quay
East in its existing location rather than moving it closer to the harbour, it makes logical
sense that some development would now be permitted to the south of Queens Quay East.
In reviewing the issues related to development adjacent to the public water's edge
promenade, there are now strong policies outlined in Appendix A to this report requiring
that any development adjacent to the water's edge would be of a low to moderate scale,
in keeping with good planning principles and subject to very strict architectural review.
4. Summary of map changes to "Making Waves ", the Proposed Secondary Plan for the
Central Waterfront
The following significant changes have been made to the attached maps since their last
presentation to the Planning and Transportation Committee on January 13, 2003.
(a) Map A - Roads Plan
• Queens Quay East generally retained in its existing alignment through to Parliament
Street, but not connected to a waterfront drive over the Mouth of the
Don River and through to Cousins and Poison Quays
• Basin Street extended from the Turning Basin westerly to Cherry Street, with
minor modifications to its current alignment which will be subject to further study
• no major roads shown to the south of Unwin Avenue and Unwin Avenue
continues to be shown generally within its existing alignment
• the location and configuration of the roads within the vicinity of the relocated
Mouth of the Don River require further study in conjunction with the
Environmental Assessment to be undertaken for the river mouth
• Broadview Avenue would be extended south to Commissioners Street in the long
term
(b) Map B - Transit Plan
• with the removal of the waterfront drive connection to the Quays, the streetcar
routing to the Port Lands shifted to Cherry Street
• Bremner Boulevard is shown as having a bus /streetcar line in own right -of -way
• in the long term, the potential relocation of the streetcar line is shown to the south
of Fleet Street as shown on Map B
(c) Map C - Parks, Open Space Areas Map
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• the Port Lands park has been relocated north of Commissioners Street adjacent to
the renaturalized Mouth of the Don River
• classifications and terminologies have been modified to be consistent with the
City's Official Plan
• mapping of Natural Areas altered to include Environmentally Sensitive Areas
consistent with the Official Plan and - also noted that the Secondary Plan would
recognize the various Natural Heritage Areas noted within the Official Plan
• illustration of the Public Promenade has been graphically identified and the
location of the Inner Harbour Special Places (previously identified as Special Study
Areas only Map E) have been altered slightly in terms of their location and
number
(d) Map D - Pedestrian, Cycling, and Water Routes Plan
• additional Potential Water Routes shown to indicate the range of possibilities that
exist in terms of ferry or water taxi routes
• routing of the Multi -Use Pathway and the Public Promenade in the vicinity of the
Mouth of the Don River modified to reflect the modifications to the Roads Plan
and the removal of the waterfront drive
• routing of the Public Promenade changed in the vicinity of HMCS York at the
request of National Defence for security reasons
• descriptive names of the various route types changed to be consistent with current
terminologies used in the new Official Plan or by other groups such as the
Toronto Cycling Committee
(e) Map E - Land Use Plan
• lands at the Foot of Yonge, on both sides of the Yonge Street Slip are designated
as a Special Study Area to allow time to develop a long term plan to celebrate this
important public place at the centre of the harbour
• significance of the Public Promenade along the length of the dockwall recognized
by illustrating this resource on the map in conjunction with the definition of seven
"Inner Harbour Special Places" to allow for the development of amenities such as
public plazas, squares, water rooms, or parkettes
• location of the major park between Cherry Street and the Don Roadway shifted to
the north side of Commissioners Street to maximize its beneficial proximity to the
naturalized wetlands to be developed at the Mouth of the Don River
• lands south of the alignment of Unwin Avenue and east of the circulating channel
are shown to be for parks and open space use
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• in addition to potentially connecting the circulating channel to the Ship Channel,
it is proposed that a connection from the outer harbour could be made across the
base of the Leslie Street Spit to facilitate small boats access to Lake Ontario
• routing of the Multi -Use Pathway has been modified to be consistent with the
routing shown on Map D
Authority staff had the opportunity to review the draft Maps forwarded by City staff and
provided the following comments. These issues can be dealt with through the "Precinct
Implementation Strategy", and the "Public Space Framework ". Colour copies of all the Maps
will be available at the Authority meeting. A black & white copy is appended to this report.
Map C - Parks and Open Space Areas Plan
Natural Areas Designation
• The March 3 map shows the Don Corridor as "natural" but it does not link to the
Baselands. A major reason for this corridor is to make that linkage.
• The map does not show any natural area on the west side of the Don, north of the
CNR area - again linking to the watershed. While this may be hard to achieve, the
sense of the establishment of an ecological link here is desired.
• Any natural area west of the Don Corridor along Cherry Beach linking to the corner
parcel that is shown as natural park area.
Other Open Space Areas
• The green stripe adjacent to the Ashbridges Bay Plant could be extended along
Lakeshore, and along the west side of Coatsworth Cut. We are not sure of the
significance of the green stripe versus the other pathway designation.
General
• The rail line linkage is not shown on Map C or Map D. We think it is useful for
reference.
Map D - Pedestrian, Cycling, and Water Routes Plan
Multiple Use Pathways
Outer Harbour
• The Outer Harbour water area and its significace should be recognized as a key
feature of the Central Waterfront Plan and Lake Ontario Park.
Potential Water Routes
• The cut through the neck of the spit and through the outer harbour promontory
should be indicated either in the text or on the map reading: "Subject to Coastal
Processes Study and stakeholder discussions and appropriate detail to allow for a
boating linkage i.e. landing and portage or channel ".
At Authority Meeting #1/03, approval was given to proceed with the development of an Aquatic
Habitat Restoration Strategy for the Toronto Waterfront. The overall goal of the strategy is to
"develop and achieve consensus on an aquatic habitat restoration strategy that will maximize
the potential ecological integrity of the Toronto waterfront'. This initiative is being guided by an
Advisory Panel with the cooperation, involvement and support of a major Stakeholder
Committee.
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This Stakeholder Committee includes representatives of the Federal Government (Department
of Fisheries and Oceans, Environment Canada), Province of Ontario (Ministry of Natural
Resources, Ministry of Environment), the City of Toronto (Waterfront Secretariat, Works and
Emergency Services, Economic Development, Culture and Tourism - Parks and Recreation
Section), the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation and the Toronto Port Authority.
This work will also be provided to the City and the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization
Corporation as input into the "Precinct Implementation Strategy", and the "Public Space
Framework ".
RATIONALE
Staff support the refinements and modifications based on the extensive meetings since June
13, 2003, to the proposed Central Waterfront Secondary Plan "Making Waves" which will be
considered at the April 4, 2003 Planning and Transportation meeting.
The modified plan better, reflects the issues raised by the architect group, the key principles
and policies of the Secondary Plan and the key interests of the Authority. We feel that the few
minor modifications suggested above enhance the proposed plan and can be dealt with as
technical changes. In concert, the TRCA's Aquatic Habitat Restoration Strategy is a critical and
timely conservation component to ensure the success and sustainability of a revitalized
waterfront under the new Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation, the City of Toronto
waterfront plans and the TRCA Lake Ontario Waterfront Development Program.
It is critical that the Authority support the City's Central Waterfront Plan and its early approval to
seize the opportunity to facilitate the comprehensive revitalization of Toronto's waterfront
through the TWRC and its partners (Government of Canada, Province of Ontario and the City of
Toronto).
WORK TO BE DONE
Staff will continue to work with City staffvand other partners on the implementation of the
Secondary Plan through such initiatives as the Lower Don River Naturalization and Flood
Protection EA, the "Precinct Implementation Strategies ", the development of a "Public Space
Framework" and the Aquatic Habitat Restoration Strategy.
For Information contact: Larry Field, extension 5243
Date: March 18, 2003
Attachments: 1
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RES. #A34 /03 - MEMBERSHIP ON TRANSPORT CANADA'S GREEN SPACE
STEWARDSHIP ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Continuation of Membership on the Green Space Stewardship Advisory
Committee.
(Executive Res. #82/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Maja Prentice
Linda Pabst
THAT Transport Canada Minister David Collenette be advised that the Authority supports
and approves Mr. J. Craig Mather continuing as its representative on the Green Space
Stewardship Advisory Committee subsequent to his retirement In May of 2003 until the
Committee completes its work.
CARRIED
RES. #A35 /03 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION
PROJECT 2001 -2005
Flood Plain and Conservation Component / Don River Watershed
Plasticap Inc., CFN 33979. Purchase of property on the north side of
Crosby Avenue, west of Newkirk Road, Town of Richmond Hill, under the
"Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 - 2005"
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Don River Watershed.
(Executive Res. #83/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Maja Prentice
Linda Pabst
THAT 0.18 hectares (0.45 acres), more or less, of vacant land, be purchased from
Plasticap Inc., being Part of Lot 48, Concession 1 EYS and designated as Parts 2 and 6
on Reference Plan 65R- 25714, Town of Richmond Hill, located on the north side of
Crosby Avenue, west of Newkirk 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
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RES. #A36 /03 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION
PROJECT 2001 -2005
Flood Plain and Conservation Component / Duffins Creek Watershed
Estate of Betty Michael, CFN 33607. Purchase of property located at the
northwest corner of Rossland Road and Church Street, Town of Ajax,
Regional Municipality of Durham, under the "Natural Heritage Lands
Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 - 2005 ", Duffins Creek Watershed.
(Executive Res. #B4/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Maja Prentice
Linda Pabst
THAT 2.85 hectares (7.04 acres), more or less, of valley land be purchased from the
Estate of Betty Michael, being Part of Lot 15, Concession 3, Town of Ajax, Regional
Municipality of Durham, designated as Part 3 on a draft plan of survey prepared by J. D.
Barnes Ltd. under their Reference No. 01- 25- 100 -02, located at the northwest corner of
Rossland Road and Church 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 & 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;
THAT upon completion of the acquisition the subject parcel be leased back for a nominal
sum of $1.00 to the Estate of Betty Michael for a period of 20 years. The tenant to be
responsible for all realty taxes and maintenance of the property and any other conditions
deemed appropriate by the Authority's solicitor to satisfactorily protect the Authority's
interest;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to
execute all necessary documentation required.
CARRIED
RES. #A37 /03 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION
PROJECT 2001 -2005
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
1174996 Ontario Limited, CFN 34079. Acquisition of a conservation
easement, located on the west side of Nunnville Road, south of Old King
Road, in the Hamlet of Bolton, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of
Peel, in the Humber River Watershed.
(Executive Res. #B5/03)
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Moved by:
Seconded by:
Maja Prentice
Linda Pabst
THAT a conservation easement for the protection of the environmental features and
functions containing 0.81 hectares (2.01 acres), more or less, consisting of an irregular
shaped parcel of land be purchased from 1174996 Ontario Ltd., said land being Part of
Lot 7, Concession 7 and designated as Part 1 on a plan of survey prepared by Young &
Young Surveying Inc. under their project number 02-B4449, Town of Caledon, Regional
Municipality of Peel, on the west side of Nunnville Road, south of Old King Road;
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 & 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. #A38/03 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION
PROJECT 2001 -2005
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Don River Watershed
Baif Developments Limited, CFN 34042. Acquisition of a conservation
easement, located on the north side of Sunnyside Drive and Canyon Hill
Avenue, east of Abilene Court, 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 Res. #B6/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Maja Prentice
Linda Pabst
THAT a conservation easement for the protection of the environmental features and
functions containing 0.52 hectares (1.28 acres), more or Tess, of vacant land be
purchased from Baif Developments Limited, said land being situate on Part of Lots 51
and 52, Concession 1 WYS, Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York,
designated as Parts 1 -37, inclusive, on a draft plan of survey prepared by Holding Jones
Vanderveen Inc., Ontario Land Surveyors, under their Job No. 95 -650 - EASE2, located on
the north side of Sunnyside Drive and Canyon Hill Avenue, east of Abilene Court;
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THAT the purchase price of the easement 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. #A39/03 - CATHOLIC CEMETERIES ARCHDIOCESE OF TORONTO
Request for Road Access Across Easements in Favour of TRCA, Rouge
River Watershed, Town of Markham, CFN 32591. Receipt of a request
from the Catholic Cemeteries for road access across three easements in
favour of TRCA on property they own located north of Steeles Avenue,
east of the 10th Line, Town of Markham, Rouge River Watershed.
(Executive Res. #B7/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Maja Prentice
Linda Pabst
WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from
the Catholic Cemeteries Archdiocese of Toronto to be allowed to construct and maintain
roads across three easements in favour of TRCA on their lands located north of Steeles
Avenue, east of the 10th Line, Town of Markham;
THAT the Catholic Cemeteries Archdiocese of Toronto be permitted to construct and
maintain roads across three easements in favour or TRCA, located in Part of Lots 1, 2,
and 3, Concession 10, Town to Markham and further described as Part 2; Parts 3, 4, 5, 9
and 17; and 6, 11, 14 and 15 on Reference Plan 65R- 42320;
THAT the consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00 plus any legal, survey and
other costs;
THAT a permit pursuant to Ontario Regulation 158 be obtained prior to the
commencement of construction.
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, settling the terms for the location, construction and use of the'
roads, and to give effect to the terms and conditions outlined in the stafff report dated
February 17, 2003, and the execution of any documents.
CARRIED
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RES. #A40 /03 - YPD GROUNDWATER STUDY
Key Contracts for 2003.
(Executive Res. #88/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Maja Prentice
Linda Pabst
THAT an agreement be established with the Ministry of Natural Resources and $24,675.00
be transferred to the Ministry, to develop a standardized methodology for delineating
hummocky topography and to map the hummocky topography areas across the Oak
Ridges Moraine area;
THAT an agreement be established with the Geological Survey of Canada and $30,000 be
transferred to the Survey, to provide ongoing geosclence services during the 2003
calendar year;
THAT the firm of Gerber Geosciences be retained to continue to provide ongoing
geosclence services to the partner agencies with an upset limit of $50,000 plus GST;
THAT the firm of Quantec Logging Services Inc. be retained to continue the Geophysical
Logging Program started in 2002 with an upset limit of $50,000 plus GST;
THAT the firm of Earthfx be retained to continue to provide database management
services to the partner agencies with an upset limit of $50,000;
THAT staff be directed to complete and report back on a long term work plan to address
the future direction of the tri- regional groundwater initiative;
AND FURTHER THAT staff extend an offer to the Planning and Public Works Committees
at the Regions of York, Peel, Durham and the City of Toronto, as well as the boards of the
partner Conservation Authorities, to make a formal presentation of the study progress.
CARRIED
RES. #A41 /03 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION
PROJECT 2001 -2005
Flood Plain and Conservation Component / Don River Watershed
Bloorview McMillan Centre, CFN 32760. Purchase of property east of
Bayview Avenue, north of Glenvale Boulevard, City of Toronto, under the
"Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 - 2005"
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Don River Watershed.
(Executive Res. #B9/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Maja Prentice
Linda Pabst
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THAT 0.36 hectares (0.90 acres), more or less, of vacant land be purchased from
Bloorview McMillan Centre, being Part of Lots 2 and 3, Concession 2 EYS and designated
as Parts 17, 18, 19, 22, and 23 on Reference Plan 66R- 19812, City of Toronto, located east
of Bayview Avenue, north of Glenvale Boulevard;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance,
subject to existing service easements and proposed sanitary and storm sewer easements
that are to be located and constructed to the satisfaction of TRCA and City of Toronto
staff;
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. #A42 /03 - ANNUAL REPORT ON FREEDOM OF INFORMATION REQUESTS
Summary of requests under the Municipal Freedom of Information and
Protection of Privacy Act
(Finance Res. #C2/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ron Moeser
Ian Sinclair
THAT the report dated February 28, 2003, on requests under the Municipal Freedom of
Information and Protection of Privacy Act be received.
SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
RES. #A43 /03 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Tanny Wells
Lorna Bissell
CARRIED
THAT Ontario Regulation 158 item 8.9.1 - Paul & Martha Goldman, contained In Section II
of Executive Committee Minutes #1/03, held on March 7, 2003, be received.
CARRIED
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RES. #A44 /03 - SECTION 11- ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Sherene Shaw
Frank Scarpitti
THAT Ontario Regulation 158 Items 8.9.2 - 8.2.16, with the exception of 8.1.17 - Gemini
Urban Design (Lakeshore) Corp., contained in Section!! of Executive Committee Minutes
#1/03, held on March 7, 2003, be received.
RES. #A45 /03 - SECTION I1- ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ila Bossons
Irene Jones
CARRIED
THAT Ontario Regulation 158 item 8.1.17 - Gemini Urban Design (Lakeshore) Corp.,
contained In Section 11 of Executive Committee Minutes #1/03, held on March 7, 2003, be
received.
RES. #A46 /03 - SECTION 11- ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ila Bossons
Suzan Hall
CARRIED
THAT Section II item 8.10 - Teston Road Environmental Assessment, contained in Section
II of Executive Committee Minutes #1/03, held on March 7, 2003, be received.
CARRIED
RES. #A47 /03 - SECTION 11- ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Rob Ford
Susan DiMarco
THAT Section 11 items 8.11 - 8.16, with the exception of 8.13 - HMT Sales Tax Consultants
Inc., contained in Section 1I of Executive Committee Minutes #1/03, held on March 7,
2003, be received.
CARRIED
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Section II Items 8.11 - 8.16, with the exception of 8.13
NATURAL HERITAGE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
(Executive Res. #B13 /03)
TD CANADA TRUST BANK ACCOUNT
(Executive Res. #B 14/03)
ACQUISITION OF ONTARIO REALTY CORPORATION (ORC) VALLEY CORRIDOR AND
ENVIRONMENTAL LANDS
(Executive Res. #B 16/03)
WASHROOM RENOVATIONS, LAKE ST. GEORGE FIELD CENTRE
(Executive Res. #B 17/03)
SMART GROWTH CONSULTATIONS
(Executive Res. #B 18/03)
RES. #A48 /03 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ila Bossons
Lorna Bissell
THAT Section II item 8.13 - HMT Sales Tax Consultants Inc., contained In Section 1I of
Executive Committee Minutes #1/03, held on March 7, 2003, be received.
CARRIED
SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF ANOTHER BOARD
RES. #A49 /03 - SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF ANOTHER BOARD
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ron Moeser
Ian Sinclair
THAT Section IV Items 9.2 - 9.4, Inclusive, contained in Finance and Business
Development Advisory Board Minutes #1/03, held on March 7, 2003, be received.
CARRIED
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Section IV Items 9.2 - 9.4
INFORMATION SYSTEMS STRATEGY
(Finance Res. #C3/03)
TERMS OF REFERENCE AND 2003 AGENDA TOPICS
(Finance Res. #C4/03)
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE STATUS REPORT
(Finance Res. #C5/03)
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11:46 a.m., on Friday, March 28, 2003.
Dick O'Brien
Chair
/ks
J. Craig Mather
Secretary- Treasurer
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THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #3/03
April 25, 2003
The Authority Meeting #3/03, was held in the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village,
on Friday, April 25, 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
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
Dick O'Brien Chair
Gerri Lynn O'Connor Member
Bill O'Donnell Member
Linda Pabst Member
Joe Pantalone Member
Frank Scarpitti Member
Sherene Shaw Member
Ian Sinclair Member
Tanny Wells Member
REGRETS
Bas Balkissoon Member
Raymond Cho Member
Suzan Hall Member
Peter Milczyn Member
Ron Moeser Member
Maja Prentice Member
Dave Ryan Member
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RES. #A50 /03 - MINUTES
Moved by:
Seconded by:
David Barrow
Michael Di Biase
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #2/03, held on March 28, 2003, be approved.
CARRIED
PRESENTATIONS
(a) A presentation by Marty Brent, Manager, Black Creek Pioneer Village, in regards to the
2003 Season.
RES. #A51 /03 - PRESENTATIONS
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Irene Jones
Lorna Bissell
THAT above -noted presentation (a) be deferred to a future Authority Meeting.
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION
RES. #A52 /03 - 2003 BUDGET - OPERATING AND CAPITAL
Recommends the 2003 Budget, Operating and Capital
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Lorna Bissell
Irene Jones
CARRIED
THAT, subject to finalization of the participating municipalities' apportioned levy
amounts, the 2003 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:
(1)
That all participating municipalities be designated as benefiting for all projects
Included In the 2003 Operating Budget;
(ii) That the Authority's share of the cost of the programs included In the 2003
Operating Budget shall be raised from all participating municipalities as part of the
General Levy;
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(iii) That the 2003 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 2003 Operating Budget, and to levy the said municipalities the amount of
the Capital Levy set forth in the 2003 Capital Budget and in the approved projects of
the Authority;
THAT staff be authorized to amend the 2003 Operating and Capital Budget to reflect
actual 2003 provincial grant allocations in order to determine the amount of matching
levy governed by regulation;
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
David Barrow Yea
Lorna Bissell Yea
Ila Bossons Yea
Michael Di Biase Yea
Rob Ford Yea
Cliff Gyles Yea
Irene Jones Yea
Anthony Ketchum Yea
Pam McConnell Yea
Jim McMaster Yea
Dick O'Brien Yea
Gerri Lynn O'Connor Yea
Bill O'Donnell Yea
Linda Pabst Yea
Joe Pantalone Yea
Sherene Shaw Yea
Ian Sinclair Yea
Tanny Wells Yea
THE MOTION WAS CARRIED
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BACKGROUND
Approval of the Operating and Capital Budgets each year is part of the Authority's financial
management and business planning process. Members will recall that the Authority produced
its first multi -year business plan in 1996 for the years 1997 to 1999. This document has served
as a guide for programs and projects of the Authority and was extended through to the end of
the 2001 fiscal year.
In 2002, a revised business plan was approved as a draft document which would lead to the
Authority's Strategic Business Plan in 2003, now targeted for presentation to the Authority on
May 16th. The Business Plan 2003 - 2007 will be presented to the Finance and Business
Development Advisory Board at its meeting on May 2, 2003. The process of preparing the
business plans for each business unit has been a long and complicated one. Once
completed, future plans can be updated regularly and coordinated with the annual budget
preparation process. In future years, the multi -year business plan and the budget will be
presented at the same time.
The 2003 Operating and Capital Budget is submitted for consideration of the Board On April
4th, staff will present additional detail explaining the major issues identified as part of the 2003
budget process.
Municipal Approval Status
As the Members are aware, staff prepare preliminary estimates in the summer and fall of each
year for submission to the Authority's municipal funding partners. Staff meet with municipal
staff as required by the budget processes followed by each major participating municipality.
Presentations are made to the Committees and Councils of the funding partners as required.
In November of 2002, the Authority approved an operating levy increase guideline of 6 %. The
following summarizes the status of the discussions and submissions as of March 28th, 2003.
City of Toronto
The capital and operating budget funding as reported in the Authority's budget has been
approved by City Council.
Regional Municipality of Peel
The capital and operating funding included in the Authority Budget has been approved by
Regional Council.
Regional Municipality of York
The capital and operating funding included in the Authority Budget has been approved by
Regional Council.
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Regional Municipality of Durham
The core capital and operating funding for the Authority, the other four Durham Region CA's,
has been approved by Durham Council. TRCA and two other Authorities requested
consideration of additional one time special funding. This was referred to staff for
consideration by Durham Region Council at the time the Durham budget was finalized. TRCA
has requested $92,000 for improvements to water treatment equipment at the Claremont Field
Centre. Also, the Authority submitted a request in December of 2002 for funding for land
acquisition on the Durham west waterfront totalling $1.6 million. These two items have not
been dealt with by Durham Region.
Township of Adjala - Tosorontio
The Township has been advised of the Authority's levy request. In the past, the Township has
not requested a meeting with the Authority concerning the levy.
Town of Mono
The Town has been advised of the Authority's levy request. In the past, the Township has not
requested a meeting with the Authority concerning the levy.
Provincial Legislation
By regulation, the TRCA has provided 30 days written notice to its member municipalities of the
date of the meeting at which the Authority will approve the municipal levy. At the April 25th
Authority meeting, a recorded vote on the budget recommendation including the non - matching
municipal levy is required. The weighted voting procedure prescribed by regulation will be
used.
Summary
It is anticipated that by April 25th, when the Authority considers the 2003 Budget, the issues
with Durham Region will be resolved. The Provincial funding which is matched with levy has
not been confirmed but is unlikely to change in any material way.
Report prepared by: Jim Dillane, 416 -667 -6292
For Information contact: Jim DIllane, 416- 667 -6292
Date: March 26, 2003
Attachments: 1
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Attachment 1
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eTHE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
2003 OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGET
As submitted to the Authority
Meeting #3/03, April 25, 2003
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THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
FOR APR 25103 AUTHORITY 2003 FINAL BUDGET
OPERATING:
2003 BUDGET ,
GROSS OPERATING OTHER 'NET
ACTMTV EXPEND REVENUE RESERVES CFOT". REVENUE E101END
1 8 $ 6 6 0
4a,49RCE8 rS1 ec DEVE no11=
Admnstalco 1652900 300,000 60000 1.302.900
Rental Prcpsds, 1 344200 1 974.430 (631200)
Grseropem Pml,snn 8 AtxpaMm 1 321700 55 000 1.260 700
Black Cock RosssrVdaga 3,974.705 1 915.600 370.000 1.689 100
Food Seance, (col. umemal) 1 085.900 1 065.900
1391 400 5275900 60.000 420.000 3 638 500
2002 BUDGET
GROSS OPERATING OTHER 'NET
EMEND REVENUE RESERVES CFOT REVENUE EXPEND
0 1 0 0 0 6
1 519.900 250 000 20 000 1249800
1 343 800 1 985 600 000)
(641
1 381200 15000 1 068200 5
1552800
1 629 700 1 500 25000 1 666600
1 114400 1 192.700 (82300)
8610100 5050000
20 000 1 500 270 000 0.255.600
Page 2
2002 ACTUAL
GROSS OTHER 'NET
EXPEND OPER.REV RESERVES CFGT REVENUE EXPEND
9 0 0 $ 0
1535.297 284.997 1250360
918 404 1 480.378 (561 974)
1 021335 59375 1 840 968121
3.513.121 1 700 305 16 897 216 009 1 579910
940.209 677207 61003
3.29.360
60455
125.982
475583
192.169
40.000 1215091
(261 816) 540,230
818800
345.422
61 362) 861 358 646.120
3717 087
146169
(0)
450 342
741 939
359 009
1 690250
34321 3817
(0 019
34327
(127 040 1 374 743 178 967 0.714.697
845 753
7 931 468
0 777 222
08 904
(62.525.6
7936366 4.402261
MIEEttilELLIMIMEMKNI
Program Ad nassart on 245.300 79 400 10.000 165 900
Daveoporrl Samos 1327200 690.000 65.500 30.060 542200
' WeWhed 919e3Le, 1 655.900 421 000 697100 537.000
Ramat* Scants 1 001 000 10.000 1.071.000
Emmonmenlal Simms, 1,862100 791 800 251 no 400.093 410 660
CA Pubic UsyLand Mensgsernt 4737000 3847100 69300 5000 011100
Enforcement and Secsy 346,930 10 000 338 900
11.255.4130 5 330.900 79 400 831000 1 152.100 3 879 000
189 800
1 089 500 580.060
1 741 800
1.210.600
1 710,200 606 600
4.548200 3.590 700
347600 10.000
40 000
10 000 139800
500.500
911200 744.300 00300
50 000 14000 1 154600
100000 400.000 541600
38 300 5000 914.200
337600
207 905 17 p7
1 077 050 561 467
1144718 63051
1 515.501 125.391
1340.735 698559
4528254 1633.323
310268
10034700 4049300 40 000 1099500 1169300 3.676900
,OFFICE OFTRE CAO
n9 124.500 124.500
Dsvelopmeaa
OwmwPommro 513 700 513 700
Corpdele Saneces 061600 60.000 801 600
Conaervetlon Feld Care, 1 914.000 1 3911300 12,000 122.000 133.600 307 100
0.414.700 1 390300 72.000 122,033 81500 1 746.900
167200
620.000
611 400
730.505
1 823.300 1 163 700
167200
620.000
15000 596 400
730 500
67000 256600 340000
10.162432 5099228 (1
146159
442.639
450627 285
742.106 166
1 713.473 1 284618
3.952400 1 163 700
677000 271600 1840 100
1496 004 1 285270
VEHICLE & FGU1PMENT
AD:p,mme end Mcntenann 760.600 100.030 150.930 672.000
Prager' Ma''`nn (660.600)
10000 100 00 (660 0 0 CB(67(672.000) 00
0 0
0
0 0 0 0
672000 722672
(67'.000) (660 350)1
34,321
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PPFRATING SUMMARY;
TOTALS I 24161 900 12.005,100 311,400 920 000 1.660.600 9.256 400
Net Elrpendiores funded by
MNRTRANSFER PAYMENTS - PROGRAM OPERAT1N0 AND ADMINISTRATION 145 000
MUNICIPAL LEVY 0 411600
ROUGE PARK LEVY 94. 2 94 200
tzaDecal / (Surplus)
23.397 200 11.071 000 60 000 1 770 000 1.710 900 6 777 300
21 620 125 10 700 759 (12
845.000
7.931 601
9,777,300
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Net Expenddmes m Edo doeaasat swap of On Maniapel Lsvies nod MNR Trrmdn Payments stenmensed Y Ore bax above
CFGT stands for Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto
10730 216009
720.379
90304
42595
442.639
52009
404647
1 022
40 000
169120
134.219
265.379
31535
2646
16636
16.838
THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
FOR APR 26103 AUTHORITY 2003 FINAL BUDGET
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606.850
275.000
225.000
504000
375000
125.000
26.717
25717
(100.000)
(Lwmpec AcgwRoe Project
2504000
2600,000
2.500.000
100000
2004000
400.000
1 446 150
170.245
122.574
1 006 694
146.636
NeLral Mss ROW=
1004000
850000
150.000
1004000
1004000
3.352334
3348.723
3581
Orono Fleetly Corp
64.046
64046
Cando Poit Prepay
10 449
10.194
253
Annette*. Olfic
640 000
640 000
500.000
506.050
396.194
390.194
Irdormeom bdnalam
390000
390.000
275.000
275.050
164179
160.179
R.AeblPebrc
Toronto RAP Imp ementfm
2.025.600
362.600
1163,300
1004600
021 300
1063300
1275279
103587
11157
151 341
929193
POW Mend Nonce Pitted
616600
144300
457,300
591000
191 000
430.030
336 342
00.007
1700
40.530
205297
York Nand Hidnce Protect
486.300
275.900
216.490
63E300
563.310
249.000
478 689
56.059
(14645)
10.923
174859
238.687
Watershed Mme ce g
1 057 800
240000
617 600
1 054.030
225.000
829.000
714.365
46.413
41 586
626 .286
Porten funded tomTogodo POP
(04000)
(204000)
(!04004)
(204000)
(215050)
(215000)
Grourdweler Sextet
655.606
100.000
565.600
101& 700
581200
43 4500
814628
42.500
531 250
240078
Ponce funded eon RAP
( 100.000)
( 104000)
(50000)
(50000)
(50.000)
(54000)
Temsfrd Noted Henage
476000
255.000
75.000
135.000
432.503
160.004
03750
182.603
405.277
25.000
160.000
20.000
260,277
Port fndMtomTao Ma RAP
05 000)
(75000)
(54000)
(54000)
(75000)
05000)
Floodplan mepprg
587200
160000
407200
465.030
33.000
50.000
301200
322,770
322.779
Porton ended from Toronto RAP
( 104000)
( 180.000)
(40001
(50000)
(50000)
(50000)
Peed Water Menege.Mrs
693000
843.000
370.003
376.000
317 735
317 735
Durham Water Mene9erM0
169.900
169,000
250.033
254000
164.949
164140
York Water Management
363.960
303.500
Water Mmmgaman Cost Centres
573.930
573500
140.000
144030
209798
24.920
74041
108.029
Reversal denting Tam core Projects
(571500)
(573600)
(15 COO)
(15000)
Educ ton & Stewardship Cost Cadres
670.100
504000
166.100
65.000
65 000
278.199
26 298
15806
24.639
211 65
Reversal ele ming Tom don Projects
(292.100)
(29210q
(164028)
(164020)
Brickworks R.gsMraem
20.508
20.500
&m on Carta
City dTarmlo
1865403
103.200
1,762.200
1684030
27500
1661300
1,204587
61354
12.025
1141,200
York Rattan
Rood Correct
804000
West Don Lards
800000
1004000
1004000
69.197
61199
(03
Lake ONmoWeskai Rsgmereton
Toronto & Durham
2876,300
100.000
738.050
2,036,300
2.536.700
100.000
25.000
414000
1 991 760
2201310
269.765
(5.750)
66.079
303.325
163091
Port llnmW»0.M1O4
3025000
2000.000
1 026 000
330.300
330.300
304.364
304.364
EoatioWU Motel Stop Protect
1 634200
015100
615,100
1.920000
960.000
966.900
137 767
24240
56.774
58.773
Pubk Use Mastodon Project
356.700
356,710
255.000
255.850
233 505
9740
(50,396)
12.134
174.347
Other Pecans Ratted
649 600
645600
304000
308.850
45377
46.377
Doning Water System t7pgrede*
114.800
106.050
114.800
84764
396791
(221 977)
KoRgfq Lh4rg CiyCeMe
Noreen Macedon
504000
104000
204000
200.000
100.000
(106000)
12.692
12.902
500000
BCPV Ree09 & Development
750.090
754000
965000
955.000
622.435
14,751
12,131
595,553
CAPITAL SUMMARY
TOTALS
24,754,700
108,000 500.000
265.000
4324900
14.550.909
20.716,960
108,000
200,000
318,000
8066,000
12,636,100
15.210.945
1,013.494
(70,791)
407,176
5.174465
7,356,611
Net EvendMns leaded 6y
MNR GRANT
'MUNICIPAL LEVY
`
14066 000
12.230 160
7,601 131
14.660 660
10.231 160
7,666 131
Cepdei Deem / (Samples)
(106 060)
(267 5201
TOTAL OPERATING S. CAPITAL
36.147 070
12300 223
(197 631)
1 781 919
6849.452
16113308
_
45 915.210
1E105 100 911,400
1.193 000
10.961 580
23 825 210
4.8.114.150
11 171,800
268 000
2.896.600
9 770 900
24007,460
TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
APPORTIONMENT OF 2003 BUDGET LEVIES
GENERAL PROGRAMS & CAPITAL PROJECTS SUMMARY
< — 2003 GENERAL LEVY —> 2003 2003
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2002 2001
LEVY TOTAL CAPITAL GRAND OPERATING Operating GRAND
EXCLUDING TAX GENERAL PROJECTS TOTAL ROUGE LEVY INCL Change TOTAL
TAX ADJ ADJUST LEVY Page 4 LEVY PARK TAX ADJUST 03/02 LEVY
$ $ $ $ $ $ $ % $
ADJALA- TOSORONTIO 629 629 74 • 703 7 590 39 6.6% 449
DURHAM 250,767 14,107 264,874 523,673 788,547 , ' 2,857 246,473 18,401 7.5% 416,268
TORONTO 5,660,202 5,660,202 6,452,511 12,112,713 64,492 5,407,726 252,476 4.7% 9,329,938
MONO 688 688 81 769 8 640 48 7.5% 625
PEEL 904,371 90,985 995,356 2,218,651 3,214,007 10,304 925,405 69,951 7.6% 1,654,684
YORK 1,450,937 37,914 1,488,851 1,235,9101 2,724,781 16,532 1,350,686 138,185 10.2% 1,719,308
8,267,594 143,006 8,410,600 10,430,900 18,841,500 94,200 7,931,500 479,100 6.0% 13,121,270
LEVIES ON HAND
4,237,9001 4,237,900
0r' • 0
1,946,860
0
8,267,594 143,006 8,410,600 14,668,800' 23,079,400 94,200
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7,931,500 479,100 6.0% 15,068,130
TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
APPORTIONMENT OF 2003 BUDGET CAPITAL AND PROJECT LEVIES
ADJALA- TOTAL
PROJECT 6 TOSO• LEVY
MUNICIPALITY RONTIO DURHAM TORONTO MONO PEEL YORK INVOICED
LEVIES TOTAL
ON LEVY
HAND BUDGET
Pape 5
OTHER TOTAL
FUNDING COST
$
CBREENSPACE LAND ACQ
375,000 375,000
2,600,000 2,075,000
aNATERFRONT REGENERATION PROJ
129,100 1,657000
1,786,100
262,200 2,038,300
PPORT UNION WTRFR
650,000 660,000
376,000 1,026,000
MOB MOTEL STRIP
816,100 816,100
WALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION
1,200,000 1,200,000
562,200 1,762,200
FNEMEDIAL ACTION PLANS 1,628,000 400,000 200.000 2,128,000
213,000 2,341,000
DOTHER WATER PROJECTS'
140.000
811000 330.000 1,281,000
201.500 1,482,500
FOLOODPLAIN MAPPING
65000
50,000 150,000 265,000
42200 407,200
FGEGIONAL MONITORING 50.000 200,000 200000 450,000
CGROUNDWATER STRATEGIES 100,000 100,000 100,000 300,000
367000 817,800
206,600 566,600
Di L Kilt b IHIAL NAIUKAL HLHIIAUE 10,000 75,000 50,000 135,000
135,000
FPUBLIC USE INFRASTRUCTURE 21 8,341 188,272 23 30,081 48.262 275,000
83,700 358,700
OOTHER PUBLIC USE RETRO
478.000 34.800 610,800
253,600 764,400
I :INFO TECHNOLOGY ACG 21 8,341 188,272 23 30,081 48,262 275,000
KAAJOR FACILITIES RETROFIT 32 12.891 290.067 35 46,480 74,586 425,000
ERCPV DEVELOPMENT 6 RETROFIT 750,000 750,000
e-OULCS IUTAL 74 523,673 6,462,611 81 2218,651 1,236 .010 10,430000
B7002 COMPARATIVES
btrmludIn0 Education 8 Stewardship
115,000 390,000
215,000 640,000
760,000
4,237,000 14,668,800
11 528,010 5,715,000 9 1,879,000 067,810 9080,749 3,149,411 12,230,160
1.113,000 3,151,300
2,000.000 3,020000
815,100 1,630,200
103200 1,855,400
787,700 3,128,700
1,482,500
180,000 687,200
40,000 857.800
605,800
265,000 400000
358,700
764,400
300,000
640.000
750,000
7004.000 22.572.800
6,436,800 18,666,060
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TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
APPORTIONMENT OF 2003 LEVIES
ADJALA - TOSORONTIO
DURHAM
TORONTO
MONO
PEEL
YORK
MATCHING* AND NON - MATCHING FORMAT
---- -- OPERATING LEVY
MATCHING* NON - MATCHING TOTAL
---- -- CAPITAL LEVY
MATCHING* NON - MATCHING
TOTAL
LEVY
$ $ $
64 565 629
25,654 239,220 264,874
579,057 5,081,145 5,660,202
70 618 688
92,520 902,836 995,356
148,435 1,340,416 1,488,851
74
523,673
6,452,511
81
2,218,651
1,235,910
$
703
788,547
12,112,713
769
3,214,007
2,724,761
845,800 7,564,800 8,410,600
10,430,900
18,841,500
* Based on preliminary estimates of provincial funding.
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THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
BASIS OF APPORTIONMENT - MUNICIPAL LEVY - 2003
BASED ON 2001 FOR 2002 MODIFIED CURRENT VALUE ASSESSMENT FIGURES **
MUNICIPALITY
Township of Adjala- Tosorontio
Durham, Regional Municipality of
City of Toronto
Mono Township
Peel, Regional Municipality of
York, Regional Municipality of
ANALYSIS OF REGIONAL
MUNICIPALITIES *
Durham, Regional Municipality of
Ajax, Town of
Pickering, Town of
Uxbridge Township
Peel, Regional Municipality of
Brampton, City
Mississauga, City of
Caledon, Town of
York, Regional Municipality of
Aurora, Town of
Markham, Town of
Richmond Hill, Town of
Vaughan, Town of
Whltchurch-Stouffvllle, Town of
King Township
CURRENT
VALUE
ASSESSMENT
$(000's)
787,973
2,736,900
283,761,251
690,024
107,603,784
79,770,219
17,111,500
5,683,259
7,769,465
1,594,880
2,736,900
28,842,002
73,413,181
5,348,601
107,603,784
4,328,656
26,366,120
15,526,782
28,697,049
2,581,820
2,269,791
79,770,219
** As provided by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs.
% OF
MUNICIPALITY
IN AUTHORITY
55
4
*
100
5
*
*
CURRENT
VALUE
ASSESSMENT
IN
WATERSHED
$(000's)
31,519
10,000
283,761,251
34,501
45,338,542
72,739,418
60,000
TOTAL
POPULATION
10,082
421,000
2,481,494
6,922
988,948
603,375
0
0.00%
POPULATION
IN
AUTHORITY
403
0
2,481,494
346
435,112
540,757
0
86 4,887,603 73,753 63,428
95 7,380,991 87,139 82,782
19 303,027 17,377 3,302
10,000 421,000 0
63 18,170,461 325,428 205,020
33 24,226,350 612,925 202,265
55 2,941,731 50,595 27,827
4
100
99
100
43
45
45,338,542 988,948 435,112
173,146 40,167 1,607
26,366,120 208,615 208,615
15,371,514 132,030 130,710
28,697,049 182,022 182,022
1,110,183 22,008 9,463
1,021,406 18,533 8,340
72,739,418 603,375 540,757
THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
MUNICIPALITY
ADJALA - TOSORONTIO
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2003 LEVY APPORTIONMENT
MODIFIED GENERAL
CURRENT VALUE LEVY
ASSESSMENT PROPORTIONATE
IN WATERSHED FACTOR
$(000's)
DURHAM
Ajax 4,887,603
Pickering 7,380,991
Uxbridge 303,027
CITY OF TORONTO
MONO
PEEL
Brampton 18,170,461
Mississauga 24,226,350
Caledon 2,941,731
YORK
Aurora 173,146
Markham 26,366,120
Richmond 15,371,514
Vaughan 28,697,049
Whftchurch - Stouffville 1,110,183
King 1,021,406
31,519 0.00760%
12,571,621 3.03313%
283,761,251 68.46251%
34,501 0.00832%
45,338,542 10.93874%
72,739,418 17.54969%
414,476,852 100.00000%
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RES. #A53/03 - 2002 YEAR END FINANCIAL PROGRESS REPORT
Provides information on the Authority's financial performance to
December 31, 2002, in relation to the 2002 approved Budget
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Lorna Bissell
Jim McMaster
THAT the 2002 Year End Financial Progress Report, dated March 28, 2003, be received.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
As part of the Authority's financial management, staff monitors financial performance in relation
to the approved annual budget. Financial Progress Reports are presented to the Finance and
Business Development Board as needed.
ANALYSIS
Attached is a schedule which illustrates the major variances from budget as of December 31,
2002. The Year End Financial Progress Report measures the financial achievements of the
Authority against the 2002 Budget.
In 2002, the Authority achieved a modest operating surplus of $62,525 and a capital surplus of
$267,520 for a total surplus of $330,045. This is reflected in the 2002 Financial Statements and
will reduce the Authority's cumulative deficit to $750,461. Members will recall that in
presenting the 2000 financial statements a commitment was made by the Chief Administrative
Officer that staff would reduce the cumulative deficit in subsequent years.
The operating surplus results from a considerable number of variances to both revenues and
expenditures across all Authority programs and activities. The following areas can be identified
as contributing significant variances:
• the Authority's rental property portfolio which produces significant net revenues ($626,828)
would have been higher by about $78,572 If the transfer of ORC properties had occurred
(transfer now scheduled for April, 2003) and had additional expenditures for oil tank
removal not occurred.
• the greenspace protection and acquisition program reduced costs through unbudgeted
gapping and had higher than anticipated revenue from property tax rebates resulting in net
expenditures being under budget by $100,079.
• Black Creek Pioneer Village attendance was flatlined at the 2001 level resulting in less than
anticipated revenues but this was more than offset by increased filming, parking and
education revenue and late year cost constraints
• As identified to the Board in September of 2002, Food Services revenues were down
significantly because of poor banquet sales and less than budgeted Village attendance;
food services negative variance form budget of $145,303 used up the Village operating
surplus of $95,497 producing a combined negative variance of $49,806.
• Conservation Areas and Kortright had successful seasons, producing a surplus of $94,145.
• Watershed Strategies deferred work and combined with reduced funding available from
the CFGT resulted in a negative variance of $105,868.
• Resource Science had higher than anticipated staff costs and less than budgeted CFGT
funding which resulted in a negative variance of $65,974.
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• Significant under expenditures were generated by deferral of planned communications
projects in anticipation of the funding shortfall from the CFGT, as noted above.
The capital budget variance can be grouped into several categories:
• Land securement had budgeted to raise and spend $4 million but actually achieved
spending of about $4.9 million as a result of the Tompion purchase in the Rouge Park.
• Various infrastructure projects including building renovations and IT implementation were
delayed in 2002 resulting in underspending of $218,627 which amount will be carried
forward to cover the work being done in 2003.
• Similarly, a number of environmental projects were delayed or not funded resulting in
significant under spending.
• The Motel Strip project continues to be under spent as litigation continues.
• The public use infrastructure projects included additional expenditures for water systems
but this was more than offset by additional unbudgeted provincial sales tax rebates.
• In total, $4,564,029 in capital funding was not applied in 2002 but is committed for projects
to be completed in 2003 and beyond
• In summary, the capital budget produced a surplus of $267,520, mostly as a result of
provincial sales tax rebates from previous years.
The attached schedule is a high level summary of financial activity in relation to budget. This
information should be considered along with the report on the 2002 Audited Financial
statements elsewhere in the agenda.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
Staff will report to the Board on 2003 financial progress at regular intervals.
Report prepared by: Jim DIIIane, extension 6292
For Information contact: Jim Di!lane, extension 6292; Ralph Kofler, extension 5274
Date: August 30, 2002
Attachments: 3
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Attachment 1
PROGRESS REPORT AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2002
SUMMARY OF ACTUAL VARIANCES AT DECEMBER 31, 2002
ACT /V/TY
FINANCE & BUSINESS
DEVELOPMENT
Administration
Rental Properties
Greenspace Protection & Acquisition
Black Creek Pioneer Village (rode
Food)
Food Services (excl. internal)
WATERSHED MANAGEMENT
Program Administration
Development Services
Watershed Strategies
Resource Science
Environmental Services
CA Public use & Land Management
Enforcement and Secunty
MARKETING AND DEVELOPMENT
Marketing
Development
Communications
CAO'S OFFICE DIVISION
Corporate Services
Conservation Field Centres
VEHICLE & EQUIPMENT
Acquisitions and Maintenance
Program recoveries
Operating total
Levy /Grant
Operating Deficit / (Surplus)
CAP /TAL
Land Projects
Adman Infrastructure
Enviro. Protects
Erosion /Flood Control
Waterfront incl. Port Union
Public Use Infrastructures
Capital total
Levy /Grant
Capital Deficit / (Surplus)
Total Deficit / (Surplus)
Expenditures Revenue Net Expenditures Brief Explanation
$ Over /(Under) $ Over /(Under) $ Over /(Under)
15,397 14,997 400
(426,650) (505,222) 78,572 Ont. Realty Corp. rental housing not transferred
(53,864) 46,215 (100,079) Gapping andh/gher fax rebates.
(39,679) 47,011 (86,690) Attendance fiat but Alm revenue up. A/so cost
contrite/Ms.
(170,191) (315,493) 145,303 Banquet business down.
18,105 28,913 (10,808)
(9,450) 21,467 (30,917) Gapping net of unbudgeted OMB hearing costs
covered by extra revenue.
(597,082) (702,950) 105,868 Items deferred, Less CFGT$ used.
304,901 239,610 65,291 Higher staff costs, /ess CFGT$ used!
(352,973) (351,603) (1,370) Fewer externally funded Sp. Projects plus
unbudgeted transfer of revenue to reserves
(18,692) 75,453 (94,145) Good Campground & Poo /revenues
668 (7,154) 7,822
(21,041)
(177,361)
(160,773)
0 (21,041) Gapping.
(177,361) (0) Constraints and less CFGT$ used.
(14,715) (146,058) items deferred.
11,606 166 11,439
(109,827) (123,636) 13,809 Budgetedhrndra /sing /erpend /ture item not
secured. Some reserve funded maintenance
defend.
50,672
(16,350)
38,138
(3,816)
12,534
(12,534)
(1,752,583)
899,664
(218,627)
(1,915,600)
(1,415,016)
(2,137,599)
(710,838)
(1,689,979)
(78)
1,247,478
0
(612,117)
(894,923)
(711,767)
104,864
(62,603)
78
(62,525)
(447,814)
(218,627)
(1,303,482)
(520,093)
(1,425,832)
(915,701)
(5,498,015)
(866,466)
(4,564,029)
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(4,831,549)
4,564,029
(267,520)
(330,045)
Less funding for Greenspace offset by large
spec /a /funded Rouge Lane/ Acqu /sit /on
Actual pace of work less than budget -to be spent
in 20019
Actual pace of world- less than budget -to be spent
in 2003. A /so other funding not always secured.
Lower Don Flood Control still In negotiations
Mote/ Strip st // //n / /ligation
Unbudgeted Water System work more than
covered bySa /es Tax refund. Other Projects at
less than budgeted workpace.
Attachment 2
OPERATING:
ACTIVITY
GROSS
EXPEND
THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
FOR APR. 4/03 F &BD: 2002 PROGRESS REPORT
I'
REVENUE 1 RESERVES FOUND BUDGET
ATION I REVUE I EXPEND
ACTUAL TO IDEC. 31 >
moss OTHER •NET
EXPEND I OPER REV RESERVES 1 CFOT REVENUE I EXPEND
FINANCE & BUSINESS
DEVELOPMENT
Administration
Rental Properties
Greenspace Protection &
Acquisition
Black Creek Pioneer Village
Food Services (excl intemal)
WATERSHED MANAGEMENT
Program Administration
Development Services
Watershed Strategies
Resource Science
Environmental Services
CA Public use & Land
Management
Enforcement and Security
MARKETING AND
DEVELOPMENT
Marketing
Development
Communications
CAMS OFFICE DIVISION
Corporate Services
Conservation Field Centres
VEHICLE & EQUIPMENT
Acquisitions and Maintenance
Program recovenes
1,518,900
1,280,200 1,985,600
1,083,200
$
$
250,000 20,000
3,552,800 1,629,700
1,110,400 1,192,700
$ $ $
1,249,900
(705,400)
15,000 1,068,200
1,500 255,000 1,668,600
(82,300)
$ $
1,535,297 284,997
853,550 1,480,378
1,029,338 59,375
3,513,121 1,700,305
940,209 877,207
$
$
1,840
$
$
1,250,300
(626,828)
968,121
18,897 216,009 1,579,910
63,003
8,548,500 5,058,000 20,000
1,500 270,000 3,197,000
7,871,513 4,402,261
18,738 216,009 3,234,506
189,800
1,088,500 580,000
1,741,800
1,210,600
1,710,200 688,600
4,811,800 3,590,700
347,600 10,000
40,000
10,000 139,800
506,500
911,200 744,300 86,300
50,000 10,000 1,150,600
100,000 400,000 541,600
38,300 5,000 977,800
337,600
207,905 17,437 60,455 1,022 128,992
1,077,050 561,467 40,000 475,583
1,144, 718 63,051 720,379 169,120 192,168
1,515,501 125,391 40,000 134,219 1,215,891
1,357,227 715,051 (261,816) 98,384 285,379 540,230
4,593,108 3,833,323
348,268
42,595 33,535 883,655
2,848 345,422
10,898,300 4,849,300 40,000 1,099,500 1,169,300 3,740,200
10,243,778 5,115,720 (161,382) 881,358 646,120 3,781,941
167,200
820,000
611,400
730,500
1,823,300 1,163,700
620,000
167,200
15,000 596,400
730,500
57,000 256,600 348,000
148,159
442,639
450,627 285
742,106 168
1,713,473 1,152,918
442,639
148,159
(0)
450,342
741,939
52,008 148,738 359,809
3,952,400 1,163,700
677,000 271,600 1,840,100
3,495,004 1,153,370
494,647 148,738 1,698,250
'OPERATING SUMMARY;
TOTALS
Net Expenditures funded by:
MNR TRANSFER
PAYMENTS- PROGRAM
OPERATING AND
MINISTRATION
: ROUGE ?ARK LEVY
ICSPAL LEVY ` 7;
3W r ftit be 1;
672,000
(672,000)
0
0
0
0
672,000
(872,000)
0
722.672
(688,350)
34,321
38,138
(3,816)
0 34,321
0
684,534
(684,534)
0 0
23,397,200 11,071,000
60,000 1,778,000 1,710,900 8,777,300
21,644,617 10,671,351 (127,040) 1,374,743 1,010,867 8,714,697
845,800
845,753
88,904
7,931,469
8,866,126
Amount in excess of Levy Target
0
(62,525)
* Net Expenditures in this document consist of Municipal Levies and MNR Transfer Payments summarized in the shaded area above
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ACTIVITY
Attachment 3
CAPITAL:
THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
FOR APR. 4/03 F &BD: 2002 PROGRESS REPORT
2002 BUDGET
GROSS OPERATING CONSERV OTHER OTHER NET
EXPEND REVENUE RESERVES FOUNDATION MUNICIPAL REVENUE EtPEEND
1 <
2002 ACTUAL TO DEC. 31 >
GROSS OPERATING CONSERV OTHER NET
EXPEND REVENUE RESERVES FOUNDATION FUNDING EXPEND
Surpka/
Deficit
FINANCE 8 BUSINESS
PEVELOPMENT
Waterfront Open Space
Niagara Escarpment land
Aoqu4Rbn
Gnw'pea Acquisition
Proi•e1
Natural Areas Pon
On redo Reedy Corp
TbnWn Land Acq
Canada Post Property
Administrative 06ioa
Inlormstion technobgy
WATERSHED
MANAGEMNT E
Raha6litatlon
Metro RAP implemardation
Peel Natural Hadlage Project
York Natural Hmtege
ProNct
Watershed Monitoring
Portion funded from Toronto
RAP
Groundwater Shwa
Portion funded from Toronto
RAP
Temstrld Natural Heritage
Portion funded from
Toronto RAP
Fbodpleln mapping
Portion funded from
Toronto RAP
Water Budgets
Peel Snmwa'nhed
Planning
Durham Water
Menegernent
Other Wear Ma agemaN
Education & Sawardshtp
Porten funded from
Toronto RAP
Brickwork' Regeneration
Boston Contra
Toronto Islands
Coy of Toronto
York Raglan
Rood Cordnol.
West Don Lands
Lake Ontsrb Wstortford
Regeneration
Toronto 8 Durham
Port Union Waterfront
Elobboke Metal Strip
Propel
Pubic Use Infrastructure
ponied
Other Facilities Retrofits
Drinking Weed System
Upgrade
lfomigM Using Mechk s
*nasty Moatbn
BCPV Reim@ &
Daabpnrom
AL SUMMARY.
4y ndNNh3u funded 'p
G y •
ALLEVY
$ 1 $ 1 1 1
500,000 375,000 125,000
2,500,000 100,000 2,000,000 400,000
1,000,000 1,000,000
500,000
276,000
1,564,eo0
601,000
632,300
1,054,000
(200,900)
1,019,700
(50,000)
432,500
(50,000)
465,000
(50,000)
146,000
370,000
250,000
65,000
20,000
1,665,000
1,000,000
2,530,700 100.000
330,300
1,920,000
255,000
500,000
200,000
955.000
200,000
160,000
33,000
25,000
500,000
275,000
621,300 1,083,300
191,000 400,000
563,300 249,000
225,000 629,000
(200,000)
681,200 456,600
(50,0600)
89,700 162,000
(60.060)
60,000 381,200
(50,000)
148,000
370,000
250,000
65,000
20,000
27,500 1,641,300
1,000200
414,000 1291,760
330,300
980,000 080,000
255,000
300,000
100,000 (100,000)
055,000
26,717
1,446,150 170,246
3,352,304
64,046
26,717
122,574 1200,694 148,636
3,348,723 3,581
64,046
10,446 10,194 253
396,194
160,179
390,194
100,179
1,275,270 163,867 11,157 151,341 029,103
330,342 60,607 3,700 40,538 208297
470,660 55,059 (14,645) 10,020 170,650 236,667
714,365 48,493 41,506 026,266
(215,000) (215,000)
614,028 42,500 531,250 240,875
(50,000) (50,000)
465,277 25,000 160,000 20,000 260,277
(75,000) (75,000)
322,770 322,770
(50,000) (50,000)
93,143
317,735
93,643
317,735
184,946 104,540
100,955 24,028
111,171 28,290
76,041 (14)
16,806 24,839 43,427
20,508 20,508
869
1203,710 51,354
89,167 88,196
689
12,025 1,140,339
(0)
2,201,310 209,765 (5,750) 60,879 383,325 1,403,091
304,384 304,384
137,767 20.240 58,774 588,773
233,505 97,420 (50,396) 12,134 174,347
46,877
04,704 306,741
12,062 12,002
622.435 14.751
12,131
48,3n
(221277)
605,553
26,717
(117,764)
3,581
253
(3,152)
(122)
0
215,000
(215,000)
50,000
(50,000)
77.422
(75,000)
63.600
(50,000)
8,762
(14)
(3)
0
(0)
0
(0)
0
(0)
(221,977)
100000 200000 318.,, '1, > ^ 8 068 12 030 160
,, , • � ., , `qtr ,�..�'`p:� "v u'�i?
'sl2,230,100
18
791 ■
407176,•11.6970486 7 8611
7,666,131
7,866,131
57 520
po.1 Deficit / (Surplus)
,�iAL'OPER71LG 8
AL
(267,620)
41,111,160,171,000
464
260,000 2,098,8000:, ..A�` �9,778,900,20,E07,4E0
36,663,602 12,184,615 (197,631)
1,7e/219 6,961,352 16,113,300
(330,045)
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RES. #A54/03 - 2002 AUTHORITY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The 2002 financial statements are presented for the Board's approval
and recommendation to the Authority.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Lorna Bissell
Jim McMaster
THAT the transfer of funds into and from reserves during 2002, as outlined In Schedule 8,
Continuity of Reserves, of the financial statements, be approved;
AND FURTHER THAT the 2002 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
subsection 38 (3) of the Conservation Authorities Act.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Section 38 of the Conservation Authorities Act requires an annual audit of the Authority's
financial statements. A representative of KPMG LLP, Chartered Accountants, will be in
attendance to present the 2002 audit report. The audit report contains no qualifications.
RATIONALE
The 2002 final financial progress report, which provides detail on variances from budget, is
presented elsewhere on the agenda.
Schedule 8, "Continuity of Reserves" to the financial statements lists the reserves maintained by
the Authority. In 2002, reserve balances were increased by $197,831 ($401,164 in 2001) to
$2,210,949. The draw down of $90,405 of the Lakefill reserve was used to "kick start" to the
Authority's Environmental Management System (EMS) ($56,154) as budgeted and $40,000 to
take advantage of a unique, unbudgeted opportunity to purchase orthographic (digital) map
products. There was also approximately $5,700 of revenues in excess of direct program
expenditures.
The other significant transaction occurred within the Special Projects reserve, which was
increased by $315,979 from revenues generated by projects within the Environmental Services
section. One set of projects, which involved the creation of buffer berms on Authority lands
with the placement of clean topsoil fill, generated a surplus of approximately $50,400. The
majority of the increase to this reserve was, however, the result of surpluses generated within
our Nursery operations, mostly from tree planting projects. It is the intent of staff to apply this
reserve towards the construction costs of a new nursery workshop, as reflected in the 2003
budget.
SUMMARY
In 2002, the Authority generated a net surplus from operations in the amount of $330,047
($218,872 in 2001). As a result, the cumulative deficit has been reduced to $750,461, from
$1,080,508 at the end of 2001.
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As explained in previous reports to the Board, the cumulative deficit has occurred as a result of
lack of funds to complete the "Living Machine" project at Kortright (approximately $700,000
between 1998 and 2000) and land acquisition expenditures in year 2000 for which funding has
not as yet been secured (currently at $390,158.) The deficit of $750,461 could be erased or
lowered by the application of reserves, which, as noted above, totaled $2,210,949 at the end of
the year. The CAO and senior management do not recommend this as there are other
opportunities paying down the deficit before recommending the application of reserves.
As part of the new business planning cycle, management will be budgeting for a systematic
reduction of the deficit over the next several years. The 2003 budget provides for reduction of
$100,000.
Report prepared by: Rocco Sgambelluri, extension 5232
For Information contact: Rocco Sgambelluri, extension 5232
Date: March 27, 2002
Attachments: 1
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Attachment 1
Financial Statements of
THE TORONTO AND REGION
CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
Year ended December 31, 2002
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DRAFT #4
March 28, 2003
TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
DRAFT Financial Statements
Year ended December 31, 2002
Auditors' Report
Statement of Financial Position 1
Statement of Financial Activities and Deficit 2
Statement of Changes in Financial Position 3
Notes to Financial Statements 4
Schedule 1 - Expenditures and Revenue -
Watershed Management and Health Monitoring 10
Schedule 2 - Expenditures and Revenue -
Environmental Advisory Services 11
Schedule 3 - Expenditures and Revenue -
Watershed Stewardship 12
Schedule 4 - Expenditures and Revenue -
Conservation Land Management, Development and Acquisition
Schedule 5 - Expenditures and Revenue -
Conservation and Education Programming
13
14
Schedule 6 - Expenditures and Revenue -
Corporate Services 15
Schedule 7 - Expenditures -
Vehicle and Equipment
16
Schedule 8 - Continuity of Reserves 17
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AUDITORS' REPORT
To the Members of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
We have audited the statement of financial position of the Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority as at December 31' 2002 and the statements of financial activities and deficit and
changes in financial position for the year then ended. These financial statements are the
responsibility of the Authority's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on
these financial statements based on our audit.
We conducted our audit in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing standards.
Those standards require that we plan and perform an audit to obtain reasonable assurance
whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes
examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial
statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant
estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement
presentation.
In our opinion, these financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial
position of the Authority as at December 31' 2002 and the results of its operations and the
changes in its financial position for the year then ended in accordance with Canadian generally
accepted accounting principles.
DRAFT
Chartered Accountants
Toronto, Canada
March 7, 2003
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12,493,050
TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
DRAFT Statement of Financial Position
December 31, 2002, with comparative figures for 2001
2002 2001
Assets
Financial assets:
Cash and cash equivalents
Marketable securities
Accounts receivable
Inventory
Other assets:
Prepaid expenses
$ 7,170,177
3,946,392
2,297,135
569,236
13,982,940
222,304
$ 6,418,364
2,609,418
2,781,672
538,604
12,348,058
144,992
$ 14,205,244 $
Liabilities
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
Deferred revenue:
Municipal levies
Capital and special projects
Vacation pay and sick leave entitlements (note 1(0)
$ 2,797,796 $ 2,821,748
Fund Balances
Reserves (Schedule 8)
Deficit
Amounts to be funded in future years
6,035,708 4,662,621
3,824,119 3,978,865
1,090,452 907,913
13,748,075 12,371,147
Contingent liabilities and commitments (note 6)
2,210,949
(750,461)
(1,003,319)
457,169
2,013,118
(1,080,508)
(810,707)
121,903
$ 14,205,244 $ 12,493,050
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
On behalf of the Authority
Chair
Secretary- Treasurer
TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
DRAFT Statement of Financial Activities and Deficit
Year ended December 31, 2002, with comparative figures for 2001
2002 2002
Budget Actual
2001
Actual
Expenditures (Schedules 1 to 7):
Watershed management and
health monitoring $ 6,925.500 $ 5,347,803 $ 3,274,258
Environmental advisory services 1,834,900 1,678,053 1,737,176
Watershed stewardship 6,708,000 4,658,695 4,476,977
Conservation land management.
development and acquisition 14,519,880 12,032.995 10,445,138
Conservation and education
programming 10,031,400 9.780,898 9,850,377
Corporate services 4,294,700 3,757,400 3,398,359
Vehicle and equipment, net of
usage charged - 38,139 36,032
Increase in vacation pay and
sick leave entitlements - 192,612 32,640
44,114,160 37,466,595 33,250,957
Revenue:
Municipal
Levies 20,641,660 15,597,599 13,531,787
Other 1,775,600 3,152,998 2,328,732
Government grants.
MNR transfer payments 845,800 845,753 845,753
Provincial - other 2,433,200 2,331,100 533,718
Federal 797,000 495,698 480,549
Authority- generated
User fees, sales and admissions 8,430,400 8,346,873 8,770,187
Contract services 1,668,600 977,639 760,292
Interest Income 250,000 303,447 326,717
Proceeds from sale of properties 350,000 140,486 384,180
The Conservation Foundation of
Greater Toronto 2,098,800 1,754,324 1,839,088
Donations and fundraising 1.973.000 1,203,543 1.893,529
Facility and property rentals 1,985,600 1,469,796 1,358,555
Canada Post Corporation agreement 47,700 10,194 176,890
Sales and property tax refunds 15,000 366,116 109,462
Sundry 743,800 806,295 498,918
44,054.160 37.801,881 33,838.353
Excess of revenue over expendihres
(expenditures over revenue) before
increase In sick IeaveNacation entitlements (60,000) 335,266 587,396
Increase In amounts to be funded In future years - 192,612 32,640
Appropnations from (lo) reserves 260,000 (197,831) (401,164)
200,000 330,047 218,872
Deficit, beginning of year (1,080.508) (1,080,508) (1,299,380)
Deficit, end of year $ (880,508) $ (750,461) $ (1,080,508)
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
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TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
DRAFTStatement of Changes In Financial Position
Year ended December 31, 2002, with comparative figures for 2001
2002 2001
Cash and cash equivalents provided by (used In):
Operating activities.
Excess of revenue over expenditures
Change In non -cash operating items
Investing activities:
Proceeds on maturities of marketable securities
Purchase of marketable securities
$ 335,266
1,753,521
2,088.787
Increase in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year
2,159,418
(3,496,392)
(1,336,974)
751,813
8,418,364
Cash and cash equivalents, end of year
$ 7,170,177
$ 587,396
2,370,199
2,957,595
4,457,067
(2,709,813)
1,747,254
4,704,849
1,713,515
$ 6,418,364
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
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TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
DRAFT Notes to Financial Statements
Year ended December 31, 2002
The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (the "Authority") is established under the Conservation
Authorities Act of Ontario to further the conservation, restoration, development and management of
natural resources, other than gas, oil, coal and minerals for the nine watersheds within its area of
jurisdiction. The watersheds include areas in the City of Toronto, the Regions of Durham, Peel and York,
and the Township of Adjala- Tosorontio and Town of Mono.
1. Significant accounting policies:
The financial statements of the Authority are prepared by management in accordance with
generally accepted accounting principles for organizations operating in the local government
sector as recommended by the Public Sector Accounting Board of The Canadian Institute of
Chartered Accountants. Significant aspects of the accounting policies adopted by the Authority are
as -follows:
(a) Basis of accounting:
Revenue and expenditures are recorded on the accrual basis, whereby they are reflected in the
accounts in the year in which they have been earned and incurred, respectively, whether or not
such transactions have been settled by the receipt or payment of money.
(b) Cash and cash equivalents:
The Authority considers deposits in banks, certificates of deposit and short-term investments
with original maturities of 90 days or less as cash and cash equivalents.
(c) Capital assets:
Capital expenditures are reported on the statement of financial activities in the year incurred.
(d) Reserves:
Reserves for future expenditures and contingencies are established as required at the
discretion of the members of the Authority. Increases or decreases in these reserves are made
by appropriations to or from operations.
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TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
DRAFT Notes to Financial Statements (continued)
Year ended December 31, 2002
1. Significant accounting policies (continued):
(e) Government transfers:
Government transfers are recognized in the financial statements as revenue in the period in
which events giving rise to the transfer occur, providing the transfers are authorized, any
eligibility criteria have been met and reasonable estimates of the amounts can be made.
(f) Deferred revenue:
The Authority receives certain amounts principally from other public sector bodies, the
proceeds of which may only be used in the conduct of certain programs or completion of
specific work. Further, certain user charges and fees are collected but for which the related
services have yet to be performed. These amounts are recognized as revenue in the fiscal year
the related expenditures are incurred or services performed.
(g) Trust funds:
Trust funds administered by the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority are not included in
these financial statements.
(h) Use of estimates:
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting
principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported
amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of
the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenue and expenses during the year.
Actual results could differ from those estimates.
(i) Vacation pay and sick leave entitlements:
Vacation credits earned but not taken and sick leave benefit entitlements are accrued as earned.
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TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
DRAFT Notes to Financial Statements (continued)
Year ended December 31, 2002
2. Trust funds:
The Authority administers funds on behalf of the Rouge Park Alliance amounting to $376,528
(2001 - $508,312). As such balances are held in trust by the Authority for the benefit of others, they
are not presented as part of the Authority's financial position or financial activities.
3. Reserve for funds held under provincial revenue - sharing policy:
Revenue generated from the sale of properties may be held in a reserve created under the Ministry
of Natural Resources' policy for the disposition of Authority-owned properties. The Ministry
reserves the right to direct the purpose to which the provincial share of funds may be applied or to
request a refund. The proceeds on the sale of properties are attributed to the province and the
member municipalities on the basis of their original contribution when the properties were
acquired. The reserve balance must always be maintained in proportion to the original contribution
by the province and the Authority, represented by the member municipalities. The Authority is
permitted to withdraw the municipal share of the reserve provided that the corresponding
provincial share is either matched by other sources of funding or returned to the province. Interest
at prevailing market rates must be imputed on the unspent balance (if any) of the reserve.
The changes of the reserve in 2002 and 2001 are based upon the following transactions recorded in
operations:
2002 2001
Reserve balance, beginning of year $ 50,000 $ -
Proceeds from sale of properties 140,486 659, 160
Less carrying value of property sold 275,000
Net proceeds from sale of properties 140,486 384, 160
Applications:
Greenspace acquisition project 120,246 334,160
Etobicoke Motel Strip waterfront project 20,240
140,486 334,160
Reserve balance, end of year $ 50,000 $ 50,000
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TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
DRAFT Notes to Financial Statements (continued)
Year ended December 31, 2002
4. Financial instruments:
The Authority's financial instruments include cash, marketable securities, accounts receivable,
accounts payable and accrued liabilities, the sick leave benefit plan accrual, deferred revenue,
security deposits and vacation pay.
The fair values of cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable and accrued liabilities, deferred
revenue and vacation pay approximate their carrying values because of their expected short-term
maturity and treatment on normal trade terms.
The Authority's short-term deposits as at December 31' 2002 consisted primarily of money market
products. Further information on these investments is as set out below:
Term to maturity
Face value Weighted average
rate of interest
Less than one year
Less than seven years
$ 496,395
3,449,997
2.85%
4.51%
$ 3,946,392
The sick leave entitlements liability is recorded at the amount required to settle this liability and is
fully funded at the financial statement date. The ultimate date of settlement is not determined. No
further benefits can be eamed under this program as it was discontinued at December 31, 1980.
5. Pension agreements:
The Authority makes contributions to the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement Fund
( "OMERS "), which is a multi - employer plan, on behalf of full -time members of staff and eligible
part-time staff. The plan is a defined benefit pension plan, which specifies the amount of the
retirement benefit to be received by the employees based on the length of service and rates of
pay.
OMERS has declared a temporary contribution holiday for all active employees and participating
employers. This contribution holiday has caused the level of contributions for 2001 and 2002 to be
less than normally required. Contributions made by the Authority to OMERS for 2002 were nil
(2001 -nil).
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TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
DRAFT Notes to Financial Statements (continued)
Year ended December 31, 2002
6 Contingent liabilities and commitments:
(a) Legal actions and claims:
The Authority has received statements of claim as defendant under various legal actions
resulting from its involvement in land purchases, fatalities, personal injuries and flooding on or
adjacent to its properties. The Authority maintains insurance coverage against such risks and
has notified its insurers of the legal actions and claims. It is not possible at this time to
determine the outcome of these claims and, therefore, no provision has been made in these
financial statements.
(b) As part of some agreements entered into by the Authority, sites purchased are required to be
remediated. Any unpaid costs associated with these activities have not been reflected in these
financial statements as any costs would be reimbursed through contributions as required under
the agreements.
(c) The Authority has completed transactions in order to acquire lands, the most significant of
which is the Etobicoke Motel Strip Waterfront Park Project, title to which has been obtained
through expropriations. Funding for the Etobicoke Motel Strip Waterfront Park Project is
committed by the City of Toronto and the Province of Ontario. No amount has been recorded
in the financial statements for the outstanding commitments, pending the result of the
compensation process.
7. Budget figures -2002:
The 2002 budget figures included in these financial statements are those adopted by the Authority
on April 26, 2002. The budget figures are unaudited.
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TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
DRAFT Notes to Financial Statements (continued)
Year ended December 31, 2002
8. Public Sector Salary Disclosure Act:
In accordance with the Public Sector Salary Disclosure Act, the following is a disclosure of
employees who have been paid an annual salary of $100,000 or more for the 2002 calendar year:
J. Craig Mather, Chief Administrative Officer and Secretary- Treasurer of the Authority, earned a
salary of $118,390, including taxable benefits of $490.
Brian Denney, Director, Watershed Management Division of the Authority, earned a salary of
$102,998, including taxable benefits of $477.
Tim Feher, Director, Development and Marketing of the Authority, earned a salary of $100, 112,
including taxable benefits of $473.
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TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
DRAFTSchedule 1 - Expenditures and Revenue - Watershed Management and Health Monitonng
Year ended December 31, 2002, with comparative figures for 2001
2002
Budget
2002 2001
Actual Actual
Expenditures:
Watershed strategies $ 1,394,100 $ 1,318,704 $ 1,432,658
Resource inventory and environmental
monitoring 894,500 1,154,194 1,028,009
Flood forecasting and waming 146,300 169,433 160,913
Flood control structures, operations
and maintenance 101,400 97,406 100,315
2,536,300 2,739,737 2,721,895
Capital and other projects and studies:
Regional monitonng study 854,000 460,852 53,958
Other monitoring protects - 38,513 -
Water management projects 768,000 611,829 -
Lower Don flood control 1,000,000 69,197 58,162
Terrestrial Natural Heritage study 382,500 390,277 262,398
Floodplaln mapping 415,000 272,770 166,373
Groundwater strategies 969,700 764,628 11,472
6,925,500 5.347,803 3,274,258
Revenue:
Municipal:
Levies 3,284,000 2,296,245 1,114,902
Other 50,000 67,526 69,070
Government grants:
MNR transfer payments 482,500 482.453 586,102
Provincial - other 531,200 689,743 40,394
Federal 214,700 112,789 52,799
Authority- generated.
Resource monitoring fees 1,500 2,281 903
Contract services 1,000,000 176,783 144,952
The Conservation Foundation of
Greater Toronto 941,600 721,830 650,755
Donations and fundraising 390,000 350,939 423,892
Sundry 30,000 196.295 73,110
6,925,500 5,096,864 3,156,879
Deficit prior to reserve allocations $ - $ (250,939) $ (117,379)
In
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TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
DRAFT Schedule 2 - Expenditures and Revenue - Envronmental Advisory Services
Year ended December 31, 2002, with comparative figures for 2001
2002
Budget
2002
Actual
2001
Actual
Expenditures:
Municipal/public plan Input and review $ 714,400 $ 716,000 $ 771,886
Development plan input and review 920,500 962,053 965,290
1,634,900 1,678,053 1,737,176
Revenue:
Municipal:
Levies 802,720 802,719 816,700
Other — 40,000 339,267
Govemment grants:
MNR transfer payments 245,680 245,680 142,234
Provincial - other — 42,057 1,017
Federal — 2,846 —
Authonty-generated:
Regulation administration fees 586,500 561,523 413,576
1,834,900 1,694,825 1,712,794
Surplus (deficit) prior to reserve allocations $ — $ 16,772 $ (24,382)
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TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
DRAFT Schedule 3 - Expenditures and Revenue - Watershed Stewardship
Year ended December 31, 2002, with comparative figures for 2001
2002
Budget
2002
Actual
2001
Actual
Expenditures:
Watershed stewardship $ 1,511,300 $ 1,331,209 $ 1,397,462
Capital and other projects and studies:
Erosion control and slope
stabilization project 1,688,800 1,204,587 1,029,751
Brickworks regeneration project - 20,508 44,911
Toronto Remedial Action Plan 1,884,600 1,275,279 1,086,176
Peel Natural Heritage project 591,000 336,342 393,481
York Natural Heritage project 832,300 478,688 525,196
Nursery relocation 200,000 12,082 -
6,708,000 4,658,695 4,476,977
Revenue.
Municipal:
Levies 3,716,300 2,860,359 2,544,865
Other 770,600 290,554 518,715
Government grants
Provincial - other 375,000 182,164 141,882
Federal 525,000 257.534 345,164
Authority- generated:
Contract services 668,600 800,876 615,340
Tipping fees - 12,082 -
interest - 1,091 1,415
The Conservation Foundation of
Greater Toronto 100,000 133,170 293,160
Donations and fundraising - 284 39,452
Sundry 352.500 397,150 147,647
6,508,000 4,935,264 4,647,640
Surplus (deficit) prior to reserve allocations $ (200,000) $ 278,569 - $ 170,663
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TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
DRAFTSchedule 4 - Expenditures end Revenue - Conservation Land Management,
Development and Acquisition
Year ended December 31, 2002, with comparative figures for 2001
2002
Budget
2002
Actual
2001
Actual
Expenditures.
Conservation land management.
Property services
CA land management
Black Creek Pioneer Village
infrastructure
Rental properties
$ 1,149,700
583,000
Capital and other projects and studies.
Greenspace acquisition
Rouge River Natural Areas Acquisition
Project
Waterfront development
Port Union development
Etobicoke Motel Strip waterfront project
Conservation area development
Conservation education development
Peel Campground Improvements
Black Creek Pioneer Village
Retrofit/Attractions Project
Arsenal Lands project
Centre for sustainability
Revenue:
Municipal:
Levies
Other
Govemment grants:
Provincial • other
Federal
Authonty- generated:
Rental properties
Tipping fees
Interest
Proceeds from sale of properties
The Conservation Foundation of
Greater Toronto
Donations and fundraising
Canada Post Corporation agreement
Sales and property tax refunds
Sundry
$ 1,072,105
534,480
868,000 868,000
1,280,200 853,550
3,880,900 3,328,135
2,500,000 1,510,197
1,000,000 3,352,304
3,030,760 2,228,027
330,300 304,364
1,920,000 137,787
200,000 276,603
55,000 41,665
300,000 46,377
955,000 622,435
- 10,446
174,655
12,032,995
347,700
14,519,660
7,770,360 4,810,193
955,000 2,745,513
1,330,000 1,208,987
56.300 94,198
1,985,600
100,000
350,000
338,400
1,505,000
47,700
15,000
266,300
14,719,660
1,469,796
275,200
17,359
140,486
363,705
825,000
10.194
366,116
149,958
12.476,705
$ 782,145
539,317
875,000
788,168
2,984,630
1.649,042
923,345
2,917,482
142,417
188,852
159,795
57,400
1,160,241
176,890
85,044
10,445.138
5,109,329
1.366,697
109,402
49,711
1,358,555
424,770
21,666
384,180
418,613
1,357,522
176.890
109,462
156,762
11,043,559
Surplus prior to reserve altocatlons
$ 200,000 $ 443,710
$ 598,421
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TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
DRAFT Schedule 5 - Expenditures and Revenue - Conservation and Education Programming
Year ended December 31, 2002, with comparative figures for 2001
2002
Budget
2002
Actual
2001
Actual
Expenditures:
Conservation land programming.
Conservation areas
Conservation/Heritage education
programming.
Black Creek Pioneer Village
Kortright Centre for Conservation
Conservation Field Centres
Education Outreach
Conservation Education Management
$ 2,694,800 S 2,663,871 $ 2,601,543
Revenue
Municipal.
Levies
Other
Government grants:
Provincial - other
Federal
Authority - generated:
Conservation areas
Black Creek Pioneer Village
Kortnght Centre
Conservation Field Centres
The Conservation Foundation of
Greater Toronto
Donations and fundraising
Sundry
3,900,000
1,510,300
1,653,700
65,000
207,600
10,031,400
1,846,200
197,000
1,000
2,619,600
2,822,400
971,100
1,329,300
96,800
78,000
70,000
10,031,400
3,677,541 3,552,457
1,557,354 1,597,889
1,589,102 1,920,042
111,171 49,573
161,859 128,873
9,760,898 9,850,377
1,824,630 1,575,891
9,405 9,983
208,149 241,023
27,309 32,875
2,649,466 2,670,649
2,577,545 2,598,532
983,924 953,737
1,284,852 1,708,020
120,574 173,489
27,320 72,663
45,137 37,044
9,758,311 10,073,906
Surplus (deficit) prior to reserve allocations
S
$
(2,587) $ 223,529
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TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
DRAFT Schedule 6 - Expenditures and Revenue - Corporate Services
Year ended December 31, 2002, with comparative figures for 2001
2002
Budget
2002 2001
Actual Actual
Expenditures:
Corporate management $ 888,600 $ 887,265 $ 680,326
Office services 667,400 695,998 659,129
Financial services 551,300 564,408 647,416
Human resources 279,700 285,889 238,608
Information technology 201,300 200,902 292,054
Corporate communications 611,400 450,627 362,166
Fundraising 620,000 415,045 303,069
Recoveries from Programs (300,000) (299,107) -
3,519,700 3,201,027 3,182,768
Capital and other projects and studies.
Administrative office 500,000 396,194 215,591
Information Technology Acq Project 275,000 160,179 -
4,294,700 3,757,400 3,398,359
Revenue:
Municipal:
Levies 3,222,080 3,003,453 2,370,100
Other - - 25,000
Govemment grants:
MNR transfer payments 117,620 117,620 117,417
Federal - 1,022 -
Authority-generated:
Interest 250,000 284,997 303,636
The Conservation Foundation of
Greater Toronto 620,000 415,045 303,069
Sundry 25,000 17,755 84,353
4,234,700 3,839,892 3,203,575
Surplus (deficit) prior to reserve allocations $ (60,000) $ 82,492 $ (194,784)
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TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
DRAFTSchedule 7 - Expenditures - Vehicle and Equipment
Year ended December 31, 2002, with comparative figures for 2001
2002 2002 2001
Budget Actual Actual
Expenditures:
Operations.
Fuel, maintenance and repairs $ 312,400 $ 296,149 $ 303,307
Other overhead 29,600 37,945 28,872
342,000 334,094 332,179
Capital:
Purchase of equipment and machinery 140,000 154,277 144,710
Purchase of vehicles 185,000 257,201 172,674
Proceeds on disposals or trade -in (15,000) (60,771) (13,821)
310,000 350,707 303,563
Net expenditures 652,000 684,801 635,742
Recovery of expenditures by charges
based on usage
(652,000) (646,662) (599,710)
Surplus reserve net change
$ — $ 38,139 $ 36,032
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TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
DRAFT Schedule 8 - Continuity of Reserves
Year ended December 31, 2002, with comparative figures for 2001
2002 Reserves
Balance,
December 31,
2001
Appropriations
from (to)
deficit
Balance,
December 31,
_ 2002
Vehicle and equipment
Food service equipment
Major office equipment
Recreation development and restoration
Major maintenance
Lakefill quality control
Tree donation program
Special projects
Funds held under provincial revenue -
sharing policy
$ 484,931
19,968
31,061
306,075
225,910
375,242
31,568
488,363
50,000
$ (38,139)
3,816
(90,405)
6,580
315,979
$ 446,792
23,784
31,061
306,075
225,910
284,837
38,148
804,342
50,000
$ 2,013,118
$ 197,831
$ 2,210.949
2001 Reserves
Vehicle and equipment
Food service equipment
Major office equipment
Recreation development and restoration
Major maintenance
Lakefiil quality control
Tree donation program
Special projects
Funds held under provincial revenue -
sharing policy
Balance,
December 31,
2000
$ 520,963
12,483
31,061
306,075
225,910
193,476
30,267
291,719
Appropriations
from (to)
deficit
Balance,
December 31,
2001
$ (36,032)
7,485
181,766
1,301
196,644
50,000
$ 484,931
19,968
31,061
306,075
225,910
375,242
31,568
488,363
50,000
$ 1,611,954
5 401,164
$ 2,013,118
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RES. #A55/03 - POLICY FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF EMPLOYEE TRAVEL EXPENSES
Adjustment to Vehicle Allowance. Advises the Board of an increase in
the per kilometre vehicle allowance for reimbursement of employees who
use their personal vehicle to travel on approved Authority business,
effective April 1, 2003
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Cliff Gyles
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
THAT the report dated March 25, 2003, on changes to the policy for reimbursement of
employee travel expenses to increase the per kilometre vehicle allowance when using a
personal vehicle on approved Authority business, be received.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The Authority's policy on travel expenses was approved at meeting #4/98, as resolution
#B82/98. The policy states in part:
(1) Employees, when authorized by their Manager to attend conferences, meetings, courses
of instruction and trips of a similar nature shall be entitled to reimbursement for expenses
as follows:
(a) Kilometre rate as established from time to time by the Director of Finance and
Business Development when using a privately owned vehicle for business travel in
excess of "to and from work" travel.
The existing rates are as follows:
0 to 4,000 km /calendar year 35 cents /km
4,001 to 10,700 km /calendar year 31 cents/km
10,701 to 24,000 km /calendar year 27 cents /km
over 24,000 km /calendar year 23 cents /km
The rates are intended to cover the incremental cost of employee use of their personal vehicles
and take into account the cost of additional insurance each employee must carry if their vehicle
is used for business travel and the use of toll highways.
RATIONALE
In the fall of 2002, the Board suggested that staff review the travel rates as part of the 2003
Budget process and report back to the Board. Attached is a summary of rates paid by various
municipalities in the Authority's area of jurisdiction. In addition, staff has reviewed the
Canadian Automobile Driving Costs brochure which identifies a 2002 rate of 41.5 cents /km. for
an average sized vehicle travelling a total of 24,000 kilometres annually.
As a result of research, staff has concluded that the Authority's rates do not adequately
reimburse staff for use of personal vehicles. The following rates are being implemented
effective April 1, 2003:
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0 to 4,000 km /calendar year 40 cents /km
4,001 to 10,000 km /calendar year 35 cents /km
over 10,000 km /calendar year 31 cents /km
(No staff travel over 24,000 km /year so the fourth step rate is unnecessary.)
The number of staff traveling on Authority business in their personal vehicles has increased in
recent years reflecting the increased program activities of the Authority. The Chief
Administrative Officer has initiated a program to reduce the volume of travel by car pooling,
greater use of the Authorities fleet vehicles, use of public transit (i.e. TTC tokens are available
to staff) and more effective use of telecommunication tools such as conference calls. The
Authority's Environmental Management team is working with staff to ensure effective
environmental practices across the organization. This includes use of alternative fuel vehicles
and other practices designed to reduce the environmental cost of travel.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
In 2002, The Authority reimbursed 373 staff for travel totalling 313,205 kilometres at a net cost
of $101,772. The increased rates have the potential to create additional annual cost of about
$14,000. However, staff expect to use the methods described above to reduce the volume of
travel and mitigate any budget impact.
Report prepared by: Jim Dillane, extension 6292
For Information contact: Jim Dillane, extension 6292
Date: March 25, 2003
Attachments: 1
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Attachment 1
City/Town or Region
Mileage Rates
Exceptions
Source
Durham
$.41 /km for
management and
.384/km for unionized
staff.
Monthly allowance for
certain staff:
1000- 5000km -$173,
5001- 8000km -$248
8001- 12000km -$382
12001- 16000km -$610.
Some staff are paid
wages for travel time.
Administrative Services
905 - 728 -7731
Peel
$.42 /km for up to
425km and $.36 /km
over 425km.
Paula Bigler HR
905 - 791 -7800
York
$.42/km
CAO's office
905- 830 -4444
Mississauga
$.451 /km up to 600km.
And $.35 /km over
600km.
Strenuous Allowance of
$50 per month for certain
staff.
Accouting
905 -896 -5271
Pickering
$.437/km for staff, $550
per month for
councillors.
Council Offices
905- 420 -4605
Vaughan
$.40 /km.
Clerk's office
905 - 832 -8504
Aurora
$.41 /km
Mayor's office
905- 727 -3123.
Caledon
$.39 /km
Travel expenses for
councillors from expense
accounts
905 - 584 -2272
Markham
$.35 /km
905 -477 -7000
Newmarket
$.41 /km in
town,$.37 /km out of
town.
905- 895 -5193
Richmond Hill
$.425/km
905- 771 -8800
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Other Information /Programs
1. Optimization of Fleet usage
Currently reviewing the usage levels of the fleet vehicles to optimizes the existing
investment.
2. Replacement Vehicles
Investing in hybrid cars with $.06 per km gas costs to address the demands of EMS
compliance and increase the public profile of alternative forms of travel.
3. Long distance travel
Use of train travel to decrease use of cars for long haul highway driving.
4. Use of Conference Calling.
Policy created for use of conference calling instead of in town driving.
Recommendation
1. Create policies and practices that monitor km usage for Authority business.
2. Increase re- embursement levels to $.40 to reflect market conditions.
Cost Estimates
$15,000 increase in travel costs.
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RES. #A56/03 - COMMUNITY SAFETY VILLAGE OF YORK REGION PROPOSAL -
BRUCE'S MILL CONSERVATION AREA
CFN 32509. At Authority Meeting #6/01 held on July 27, 2001 the
Authority adapted Res #A143/01 as follows:
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Linda Pabst
Tanny Wells
THAT the Community Safety Village of York Region's detailed plans and specifications for
the safety village at Bruce's Mill Conservation Area be approved subject to the resolution
of the items outlined in the staff report dated March 25, 2003 to the satisfaction of staff;
AND FURTHER THAT Community Safety Village of York Region be so advised.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #6/01 held on July 27, 2001 the Authority adapted Res #A143/01 as
follows:
"THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority investigate the potential development
of The Community Safety Village of York Region on Authority lands within Bruce's Mill
Conservation Area;
THAT staff be directed to enter into formal discussion in regard to the aforementioned matter
with the Safety Village Organizing Committee;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Public Use Advisory Board on further
developments in that regard."
At meeting #8/01 held on October 26, 2001 the Authority adopted Resolution #A202/01 as
follows:
"THAT WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority has been requested by
The Regional Municipality of York (Community Safety Village of York Region) to enter into a
long term lease arrangement for lands situated within the Bruce's Mill Conservation Area;
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 (Community Safety Village of York
Region) in this instance;
THAT the Authority enter into a long -term lease of approximately 2 hectares, more or less, (5
acres) with The Regional Municipality of York (Community Safety Village of York Region) for
the development of a safety village, said land being Part of Lot 34, Concession 5, Town of
Whitchurch- Stouffville Regional Municipality of York;
THAT the lease with The Regional Municipality of York (Community Safety Village of York
Region) be premised on the following:
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(1)
the initial term of the lease will be for twenty years, with two renewal options for
successive ten year periods at the discretion of The Regional Municipality of York
(Community Safety Village of York Region);
(ii) the lease rate is to be $1,000 per month to.be increased by the Consumer Price Index
every five years; the lease payments will commence on the date the safety village starts
operation;
(iii) The Regional Municipality of York (Community Safety Village of York Region) is to be
responsible for all legal, survey and appraisal costs incurred by the Authority with
respect to finalizing the lease;
(iv) The Regional Municipality of York (Community Safety Village of York Region) shall be
solely responsible for all costs associated with the construction of the community
safety village;
(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 The Regional
Municipality of York (Community Safety Village of York Region) with any mitigative measures
being carried out to the satisfaction of the Authority;
THAT the granting of this 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."
At meeting #7102 held on July 26, 2002 the Authority adopted Resolution #A190/02 as follows:
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.
Community Safety Village of York Region has now raised sufficient funds to proceed ,
with construction of the safety village and are anxious to proceed immediately. As a
condition of the lease, the Community Safety Village is required to obtain approval from
TRCA of the detailed plans and specifications. Staff is generally satisfied with their
detailed plans and specifications and is recommending them for approval subject to
theCommunity Safety Village resolving the following items to the satisfaction of staff:
1. Possible development of a storm water pond to capture run -off.
2. Development of a rural park like setting and a'trailhead' path connection from the safety
village to Bruce's Mill.
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3. Review the necessity for a perimeter fence. Safety Village feels that it is necessary for
the security of the kids. They should consider enclose the entire site rather than just the
village.
4. Add parking lot lighting to the existing lot which YRCSV will use.
5. They should consider developing a rural street setting - i.e. some gravel roads or part of
a road with sidewalk on one side only.
6. Demonstrations of a green roof, green house, food garden or solar panels.
7. Provide Green Signage indicating green incentives in the building and site.
Generally, the Safety Village is agreeable to incorporating these recommendations into
the village design if the cost can be accommodated within their budget.
Detailed plans will be available at the meeting at which time there will be a presentation.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
TRCA staff will continue to work with the Community Safety Village of York Region to facilitate
the construction of the safety village at Bruce's Mill.
Report prepared by: Mike Fenning, extension 5223
For Information contact: Ron Dewell, extension 5245
Mike Fenning, extension 5223
Derek Edwards, extension 5672
Date: March 25, 2003
Attachments: 1
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RES. #A57/03 - SOCCER FIELDS - BRUCE'S MILL CONSERVATION AREA
Town of Whitchurch- Stouffville
CFN 31698. Request from the Town of Whitchurch - Stouffville to extend
the existing lease for soccer field for an additional 3 years locate within
the Bruce's Mill Conservation Area, south of Stouffville Sideroad, east of
Warden Avenue, Rouge River Watershed, in the Town of
Whitchurch - Stouffville, Regional Municipality of York.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Linda Pabst
Tanny Wells
THAT the request from the Town of Whitchurch - Stouffville to extend the existing lease for
an additional 3 years for soccer fields within the Bruce's Mill Conservation Area, south of
Stouffville Sideroad and east of Warden Avenue, be approved;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to
take whatever action necessary to finalize the extension of the lease between the Town of
Whitchurch- Stouffville and the TRCA, and give effect thereto, Including the obtaining of
any approvals and execution of documents.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The Members of TRCA at meeting #9/00 held on October 27, 2000 adopted resolution
#A222/00:
THAT the request from the Town of Whitchurch - Stouffville to locate four mini - soccer fields
within the Bruce's Mill Conservation Area, south of Stouffville Sideroad and east of Warden
Avenue, be approved;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to take
whatever action necessary to finalise the lease agreement between the Town of
Whitchurch- Stouffville and the TRCA, and give effect thereto, including the obtaining of any
approvals and execution of documents.
In late 2002 TRCA received a request from the Town of Whitchurch- Stouffville to extend the
term of the lease for the soccer fields for an additional 5 years and to increase the area of land
under the lease to facilitate the construction of 2 additional soccer fields within the Bruce's Mill
Conservation Area. In reviewing this request staff was not convinced that this was the most
beneficial use of this block of table land. To properly evaluate this request, it will be necessary
to undertake a Master Plan for Bruce's Mill which will not only determine if the soccer fields are
an appropriate use but will also provide direction for future uses of the entire Conservation
Area. Staff are proposing to initiate the Master Plan in 2003 and complete it by the end of
2004.
Staff of the Town of Whitchurch- Stouffville understand our position and are agreeable to allow
the Master Plan process to determine if soccer field are an appropriate use in Bruce's Mill.
However, they have requested a 3 year extension to the present lease so if it is determined that
soccer is not an appropriate use they would have sufficient time to find a new site and relocate
their facility. Staff of the Town are willing to participate in the Master Plan process and would
support a request to their Council for funding for the Master Plan.
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A map showing the lands subject to this proposal is attached.
Report prepared by: Mike Fenning, extension 5223
For Information contact: Ron Dewell, extension 5245
Mike Fenning, extension 5223
Date: March 20, 2003
Attachments: 1
REG. MUNIO OF YORK
.TOWN OF WHITCHURCH STOUFFVILLE
RE: PROPOSED SOCCER FIELDS • BRUCE'S MILL CONSERVATION AREA
Town al Hith- Stounvlle
CFN 31698
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RES. #A58/03 - REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS - BRUCE'S MILL DRIVING RANGE
Bruce's Mill Conservation Area, Town of Whitchurch- Stouffville
CFN 31777. Receipt of a proposal to lease the existing golf driving range
operation situated at Bruce's Mill Conservation Area , Town of
W h itch u rc h -Sto uffvi l l e.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Linda Pabst
Tanny Wells
WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is receipt of a
proposal from J.C. Fagan and Associates to enter into an operational lease arrangement
for the existing golf driving range operation situated at Bruce's Mill Conservation Area;
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 J.C. Fagan and Associates in this instance;
THAT TRCA enter into a operational lease with J.C. Fagan and Associates of the existing
golf driving range located on approximately 8.1 hectares, more or less, (20 acres) and
situated at Bruce's Mill Conservation Area, said land being Part of Lot 35, Concession 5,
Town of Whitchurch- Stouffville, Regional Municipality of York, municipally known as 3291
Stouffville Road;
THAT the operational lease with J.C. Fagan and Associates be premised on the following:
(1)
the term of the lease will be for five years, with the option for a renewal for a further
five year period subject to the concurrence of TRCA to the renewals;
(ii) the lease rate is to be $3,500 per annum for the first year with the lease rate being
Increased by 10% for the second year and 5% per year for the remainder of the term
of the lease;
(iii) J.C. Fagan and Associates will also pay to TRCA 2% of the gross revenues over
$100,000;
(Iv) J.C. Fagan and Associates shall be responsible for all taxes, insurance and utility
costs associated with the driving range;
(v) any other terms and conditions deemed appropriate by TRCA's solicitor.
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
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BACKGROUND
TRCA constructed and operates a 50 tee golf driving range at the Bruce's Mill Conservation
Area, located in the Town of Whitchurch- Stouffville, Regional Municipality of York. The facility is
located on the south side of Stouffville Sideroad, immediately east of the access road into
Bruce's Mill Conservation Area, and encompasses approximately 8.1 hectares (20 acres) of
land.
In November of 2000, a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the operation of the Bruce's Mill Driving
was advertised in the Markham Economist and Sun and the Stouffville Tribune on November 4,
2000. Additionally, a temporary sign advertising the RFP was erected on the premises.
Thirty -three information packages associated with the RFP were sent out to interested parties.
Two proposals were received. Staff reviewed these proposals and recommended not accept
either proposal submitted. At meeting #13/00 held on January 12, 2001, the Executive
Committee directed staff to return the deposits received, and to advise both parties that
submitted a proposal that no offer was selected at this time. Furthermore, the Executive
Committee directed staff to continue to pursue a possible lease arrangement for Bruce's Mill
Driving Range.
In October of 2002, a second RFP was issued. The RFP was advertised in the Markham
Economist and Sun on November 4 and 5, 2002 and a sign advertising the RFP was erected
on the premises. Thirty-two information packages were sent out. No proposals were received.
Staff continued to pursue possible lease opportunities.
The following proposal was received from J.C. Fagan and Associates on February 4, 2003:
1. Lease Payment: $3,500 per annum for the first year with the lease rate being increased
by 10% for the second year and 5% per year for the remainder of the term of the lease
2. Initial Term: 5 years
3. Time of Operation: mid -April to October 31
4. Renewals: 1 additional 5 year term subject to TRCA concurrence
5. Access: J.C. Fagan and Associates will be provided with access to the Driving Range
at all times
5. Insurance: J.C. Fagan and Associates will provide property and commercial general
liability insurance
6. Realty Taxes: J.C. Fagan and Associates will pay all taxes levied against the property
7. Hydro: J.C. Fagan and Associates will be responsible for all utilities to the property
8. Approvals: J.C. Fagan and Associates will comply will all required laws, directions, rules
and regulations
It is also J.C. Fagan and Associates intention to contact local schools in order that these
schools have the opportunity to develop their own golf programs. This program, we hope will
also be sponsored by the Canadian Professional Golf Association.
RATIONALE
TRCA is presently operating the driving range at a Toss of approximately $20,000 per year.
Entering into this lease will eliminate this deficit and provide a modest income.
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DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
Upon TRCA approval, the necessary other approvals required to bring the lease into effect will
be pursued.
Report prepared by: Mike Fenning, extension 5223 and Derek Edwards, extension 5672
For Information contact: Ron Dewell, extension 5245
Mike Fenning, extension 5223
Derek Edwards, extension 5672
Date: March 24, 2003
Attachments: 1
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RES. #A59/03 - TELE- MOBILE COMPANY (TELUS MOBILITY) PROPOSAL
CFN 33996. Proposal to lease approximately 0.01 hectares (0.02 acres)
of land locate on the south side of Major Mackenzie Drive, west of Pine
Valley Drive, City of Vaughan, for a 10 year period to construct and
operate a cell phone antenna and associated equipment.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Linda Pabst
Tanny Wells
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
locate on the south side of Major Mackenzie Drive, west of Pine Valley Drive, City of
Vaughan;
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 20, Concession 7, City of Vaughan,
Regional Municipality of York;
THAT the lease with Telus Mobility be premised on the following:
(1)
the term of the lease will be for ten years;
(i1) 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;
(ill) 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;
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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
BACKGROUND
TRCA has been approached by Telus Mobility to locate a second cell phone antenna and
associated equipment on TRCA land locate on the south side of Major Mackenzie Drive, west
of Pine Valley Drive, City of Vaughan. Last year Telus Mobility locate a cell tower within the
Boyd Conservation Area. Telus Mobility has had reception problems in this area and are
looking for an antenna site to resolve this problem.
Telus Mobility's equipment requirement for this proposal includes a 3.66 metre x 8.23 metre
shelter enclosed in a 12.2 metre x 12.2 metre equipment compound. The antenna will be 40
metres in height. Telus Mobility installs red strobe lights on their towers to deter birds from
running into the towers at night.
Telus Mobility has agreed to relocate the nature trail to a suitable distance from the tower and
will provide a landscape buffer to mitigate the visual impact to hikers. While the attached
sketch indicates that the access road will end at the equipment compound, Telus Mobility has
agreed to reconfigure the site to allow us to also use the road for maintenance access to TRCA
lands. Telus Mobility has also agreed to look into options for using a sustainable energy
source such as solar power to partially provide power for their equipment.
The subject property is not regulated under Ontario Regulation 158 and therefore a permit is
not require from TRCA.
Lease Agreement
The area subject to this lease consists of approximately 0.01 hectares of land (0.02 acres) all of
which is table land.' The lease will also provide for an access road. Sketches showing the
lands subject to this lease are attached.
The following are the key terms of the proposed lease arrangement:
1. Lease Payment: $13,500 per annum for the first year with the lease rate being increased
by 2% per year for the remainder of the term of the lease
2. Term: 10 years
3. Access: Telus Mobility will be provided with access to the antenna and shelter at all times
4. Insurance: Telus Mobility will provide $5,000,000 in commercial general liability
5. Realty Taxes: Telus Mobility will pay all taxes levied against the property
6. Hydro: Telus Mobility will be responsible for electrical connections and charges relating to
this use
7. Approvals: Telus Mobility will comply will all required laws, directions, rules and
regulations
8. Equipment removal: Telus will remove all equipment and restore the site to the satisfaction
of TRCA within 90 days of termination of the lease.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
Upon Authority approval, the necessary other approvals required to bring the lease into effect
will be pursued.
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FINANCIAL DETAILS
The lease rate is the same rate that we are charging Telus for the site in the Boyd Conservation
Area. At the time the Boyd lease was negotiated an extensive review of rental rate for cell
towers in the GTA was undertaken. Based on the review, the rate of $13,500. was considered
appropriate for the Boyd site. Since the subject site is in close proximity to the Boyd site, staff
are of the opinion $13,500. is a reasonable lease rate for the site.
Report prepared by: Mike Fenning, extension 5223
For Information contact: Ron Dewell, extension 5245
Mike Fenning, extension 5223
Date: March 24, 2003
Attachments: 2
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RES. #A60/03 - RELOCATION OF THE WILDCARE WILDLIFE REHABILITATION
CENTRE
Receipt of a request from Wildcare Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre
(Wildcare) to relocate their operations from the Centre for Sustainable
Living at Kortright to the Authority's Claremont property, City of Pickering,
Regional Municipality of Durham
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Linda Pabst
Tanny Wells
THAT approval in principal be given to the request from Wildcare Wildlife Rehabilitation
Centre to relocate their operation to the Authority's Claremont property, City of Pickering,
Regional Municipality of Durham subject to the following conditions:
• the location be limited to approximately 1.62 hectares (4 acres) of land in a clearing
on the south side of the 8th line west of Westney Road
• a conceptual site plan be submitted to the Authority staff for review and approval
together with their business case prior to any fund raising by the Wildcare
• Wildcare be responsible for all costs related to infrastructure requirements
• Wildcare be responsible for any and all planning approvals and associated public
consultation
• Wildcare agree to enter Into a lease with terms satisfactory to the Authority
• Wildcare enter Into an appropriate agreement to vacate the lease lands at Kortright
no later than December 31, 2003
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Public Use Advisory Board regarding the
details of the proposed lease.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
In February 15th, 1991 the Authority entered into a license agreement with the Wildcare Wildlife
Rehabilitation Centre consisting of 1.62 hectares (4 acres) of land at the Kortright Centre for the
purpose of developing and operating thereon a wildlife rehabilitation centre. It was felt that
centre was compatible with the objectives of the Authority and the programs at the Kortright
Centre and that a nominal fee of $2700 per year including taxes and insurance be paid for the
use of the subject property. Wildcare was founded in 1988 by a group of concerned
veterinarians, animal care workers, wildlife rehabilitators, and environmental educators. The
primary objectives were to encourage an understanding and awareness of wildlife through
education and to provide rescue, rehabilitation and release services for sick, injured, orphaned
and displaced wildlife in southern Ontario. They are a registered charity and are licensed and
authorized Wildlife Custodian under the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and the
Canadian Wildlife Services.
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Currently the Earth Rangers are building a veterinarian rehabilitation hospital just south of the
Wildcare Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre lease site at Kortright. There have been several
discussions between Earth Rangers and Wildcare regarding partnering. However, Wildcare
concluded there were certain philosophical and operational issues that they were not able to
work out and by letter dated December 16, 2002, Wildcare advised they would not be renewing
the lease and would be vacating the leased property, however would like to continue their
relationship with the Authority. Wildcare is seeking a new location to continue to provide the
high quality of service that has been cultivated over the past 15 years they have been in
business. Their initial review has shown that there is a need for a wildlife rehabilitation centre in
the Region of Durham. We are now in receipt of a request from Wildcare to relocate their
centre to the Claremont property.
RATIONALE
Wildcare have provided a high quality and important service to our area and through their 13
year tenure and involvement at Kortright a beneficial partnership with the Authority was
created. As a result we are recommending the Authority provide reasonable assistance to help
Wildcare to relocate to our Claremont property or another Authority property that may be
suitable. To assist with this transition staff have waived the rental fee for 2003.
Report prepared by: Ron Dewell, extension 5245
For Information contact: Ron Dewell, extension 5245
Date: March 25, 2003
RES. #A61/03 - PEEL CHILDREN'S WATER FESTIVAL AT HEART LAKE
CONSERVATION AREA
To provide an overview of the TRCA activities and contributions to the
Festival - three restoration projects, a 3 -D model of Heart Lake, a trout
release, and a water conservation gardening campaign.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Linda Pabst
Tanny Wells
THAT the members of the Public Use Advisory Board attend the VIP luncheon on
Monday, June 2nd, 2003 at Heart Lake Conservation Area as part of the Peel Children's
Water Festival;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back on the TRCA projects of the Festival and
partnership with the Region of Peel.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The Peel Children's Water Festival was held at Heart Lake Conservation Area last year for the
first time and returns this year from Thursday, May 29 to Wednesday June 4, 2003 with
Saturday, May 31st designated as Public Day.
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The six -day Festival represents an opportunity to educate over 5000 grades two-five children,
1000 adult chaperones, 500 highschool volunteers, and 1000 members of the general public
on water issues. In addition, the Festival accelerates ecological restoration projects within
Heart Lake Conservation Area and provides a focus for environmental issues. Finally, the
Festival highlights the TRCA's objectives of protecting, restoring, and celebrating the Living
City Region.
The Festival's activities are grouped into five themes: Water Conservation, Attitudes,
Technology, Protection, and Science. Over 50 activity centres interactively teach children and
adults about water issues, and the activities were evaluated and revised this year to incorporate
curriculum requirements. The TRCA's contributions to the Festival include six activities.
Children will not only learn through the activities, but will also directly contribute to water
quality, biodiversity, and habitat improvements at Heart Lake Conservation Area.
OBJECTIVES AND DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITIES
Horseshoe Wetland Restoration - "Habitat, Sweet Habitat"
This project involves the upland restoration of a 1.33 acre (0.54 hectare) woodland pond /
wetland area by planting 2500 shrubs and trees, building habitat features for songbirds and
small mammals, and planting endangered tree species in order to:
1) provide a riparian buffer around a woodland pond;
2) connect the wetland to an adjacent forest;
3) establish the endangered native American Chestnut within the TRCA jurisdiction;
4) create interior habitat and a functional forest patch (over 0.5 ha) consistent with the TRCA
Terrestrial Natural Heritage strategy; and,
5) increase biodiversity and reduce human disturbance in the area.
A complete species list and concept plan is attached. The activity involves the following:
accomodate 5000 grades 2 -5 students and 1000 adults;
4 high - school volunteers, a TRCA staff person, 4 Coalition volunteers on Public Day;
involve the Heart Lake District Girl Guides and Bramalea Scouts. The Scouts will host a
bird box building booth, while the Guides will talk about their past involvement with the
project and its environmental benefits;
Meet TRCA corporate objectives and the Etobicoke and Mimco Creeks Coalition's Strategy
Document objectives of "healthy rivers and shorelines" and "biodiversity ";
An archeological pedestrian survey will be completed after plowing / tilling.
Shoreline Restoration - " Biodiversity Beach"
This activity adds a hands -on "biodiversity" component to the regenerating shoreline by
planting a number of rare and uncommon species of aquatic emergent plants along 120 linear
metres of the eastern shoreline.
The shoreline was originally naturalized in 2000 by removing the gabion baskets, placing
stumps and rocks, submerging a log crib, and planting shrubs. Last year, over 5000 kids
planted 1500 soft -stem bulrushes (for water quality improvement), 500 white water lilies (for
habitat - insects, fish and amphibian), and thousands of native perennial grass seeds (for
erosion protection) along the shoreline - the themes "water quality, "habitat," and "erosion"
were important in establishing the base for this year's biodiversity theme. The main
components of this activity include:
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2500 aquatic plants (8 different species) and 100 shrubs (5 different species) will be
planted including rare and uncommon plants for the region;
4 highschool volunteers, a TRCA staff person, 4 Coalition members are needed;
5000 students and 1000 adults will physically add biodiversity to the beach;
Meets TRCA corporate objectives and the Etobicoke and Mimco Creeks Coalition's
Strategy Document objectives of "healthy rivers and shorelines" and "biodiversity "; also
meets the Etobicoke Creek Fisheries Management Plan (2003) goals for creating a
self- sustaining warm -water fishery;
The project has been successful in improving habitat (largemouth bass nests and young bass
are now seen along the naturalized shoreline). The project has also been very successful in
generating excitement about naturalizing riparian areas with aquatic plants.
Sand Dune Ecosystem — "The Strong, Sensitive Type ....(of Plant)"
The Sand Dune ecosystem was initially planted in 2002 and commemorated the launch of the
Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds Coalition and their Strategy and Report Card "
Greening Our Watersheds".
The main components of this activity include the following:
addition of 300 sensitive yet hardy sand dune plants with 11 different species
sand dunes are very rare ecosystems within the watersheds
will demonstrate a number of species, such as Black -eyed Susan, that require minimal
water and can be used around the home, thereby reducing the amount of water used.
4 Coalition members will run the event
Approximately 1000 visitors are expected for Public Day on Saturday May 31st
Meets TRCA corporate objectives and the Etobicoke and Mimco Creeks Coalition's
Strategy Document objectives of "healthy rivers and shorelines" and " biodiversity"
The area is roped off for a reason - it is an experiment in Canada geese control. Several
years ago
TRCA environmental technicians noticed that the geese would not bend their necks to pass
underneath the temporary rope fencing. The decorative posts and ropes also keep human
disturbance on the sensitive ecosystem to a minimum.
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Water Conservation Gardening (with Region of Peel) - "The Front Lawn Challenge"
The Etobicoke & Mimico Creek Watersheds Coalition's Sustainable Communities Committee
developed an idea to encourage water conservation. It involves giving away a native plant to
encourage and demonstrate to the public that these plants reduce maintenance and water
requirements while retaining an aesthetic quality worthy of the front lawn. It is thought that the
gardener will add other plants to the bed thereby leveraging added effort to the campaign.
Social marketing studies have demonstrated that these types of campaigns also show high
returns when early adopters influence their neighbours to adopt similar sustainable practices.
Although the focus of the campaign is on water conservation, there are other benefits
associated with planting on the front lawn (including habitat, reduction in pesticides / fertilizers,
high visibility versus "backyard habitat" programs. To demonstrate just how little water these
'plants need, the volunteers will be situated beside the Sand Dune Ecosystem where they are
being planted. The Region of Peel is giving away its "Wise Water Use Gardening Book" and
selling rain barrels at half price. The individual will get a plant, a book, a rain barrel, a lot of
information and inspiration.
Why change gardening maintenance practices? 50 -60% of summer water use goes to lawn
and garden and water shortages and lawn watering bans have become commonplace in
suburban communities. By converting a portion of the front lawn to native species, home
owners-can still enjoy beautiful landscapes while cutting their water use by 30 %.
The campaign meets TRCA corporate objectives and the Etobicoke and Mimco Creeks
Coalition's Strategy Document objectives for "education for sustainable living," "water
conservation ", and "sustainable practices ".
Rainbow Trout Release - "The Living Lake"
The public will see the "trout truck ", hear about fisheries management, and will receive a trout
to release into Heart Lake. Heart Lake is currently stocked each year with thousands of
rainbow trout to enhance the put- and -take fishing experience.
Model — "Happy Birthday Heart Lake...you don't look a day over 9,999 years old!"
A 3 -D model of Heart Lake and surrounding area will be used to show the evolution of kettle
lakes. The model is being built by TRCA's Resource Science section and will be available to
use in other contexts in the future.
Kettle lakes, such as Heart Lake and Teapot Lake were formed 10,000 years ago after the last
Ice Age and retreating Wisconsin Glacier. Ice chunks were left behind, either on the surface or
buried in the gravel that eventually formed kettle lakes. The model will emphasize geological
processes, groundwater issues, and the fragility of kettle lakes.
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RATIONALE
Partnership and Progress
Implementation of restoration projects have accelerated, diversified, and reached a wider
audience because of the Peel Festival. They have accelerated due to the sheer numbers of
hands available for planting. The projects have diversified to accommodate the learning and
curriculum requirements of the Festival while retaining and expanding the Living City strategic
plan objectives. The diversity is also reflected in the projects (sand dune, wetland, upland,
shoreline, riparian enhancements) and their components (native species, rare and uncommon
species to the area, endangered species for Canada). Instead of a relatively small number of
people attending a TRCA planting event at a specific location, approximately 7,500 people will
come from all over Peel Region to Heart Lake Conservation Area. Public Day also involves
introducing and re- introducing visitors to the Heart Lake Conservation Area experience and
staff will be distributing coupons for return visit discounts and incentives. Finally, the lessons
learned through the Festival and restoration projects may be used as a model for partnerships
with local municipalities on naturalization projects and events.
FUNDING
Funding is derived from the Region of Peel Natural Heritage Fund in the 2003 Etobicoke and
Mimico Creek watersheds budget. The Heart Lake District Girl Guides have also donated cash
from their fund- raising activities. The TRCA's contribution for implementing the six activities is
estimated at $35,250. The Region's contribution is approximately $200,000 for the entire
Festival. An in -kind contribution from volunteers, etc. is estimated (for the TRCA activities only)
at approximately $63,180 for a total investment in ecological restoration at Heart Lake
Conservation Area of $98,430.
Report prepared by: Paul Wlllms, extension 5316
For Information contact: Paul Wi lims, extension 5316
Date: March 25, 2003
RES. #A62/03 - EMERALD ASH BORER
Status Report. To provide a status report on the current state of
infestation by the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) with respect to its life cycle,
affected areas, potential impact to TRCA jurisdiction'and Authority lands,
and recommend initial steps to be taken towards early identification,
effective monitoring and impact mitigation.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Joe Pantalone
Ila Bossons
THAT staff be directed to investigate and prepare EAB educational materials for posting
to the TRCA website and immediately integrate specific pest identification and population
monitoring as part of the ongoing TRCA Managed Forest Program;
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THAT staff remain current with the EAB situation in Greater Windsor /Essex region and
prepare and adopt necessary control measures as they are developed by the Canadian
Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), Canadian Forest Service (CFS) and the Ontario Ministry
of Natural Resources (MNR) In cooperation with the US and Michigan State Forest
Services;
THAT Conservation Ontario be encouraged to solicit support from the Government of
Canada and the Province of Ontario for the establishment of the proposed "firebreak"
and notify all member conservation authorities of the presence and danger posed by
EAB;
AND FURTHER THAT the TRCA offer assistance in aid of the Essex Region Conservation
Authority, in conjunction with other authorities through Conservation Ontario, to help
implement planned pest control measures and protect our common interests in Ontario's
forest resources.
AMENDMENT
R ES. #A63/03
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Joe Pantalone
Ila Bossons
THAT the following be inserted after the last paragraph of the main motion:
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the May 16th Authority Meeting on the
implications of the TRCA removing ash trees that are vulnerable to the Emerald Ash
Borer from future plantings.
THE AMENDMENT WAS CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The EAB beetle (Agrilus plannipennis, also known as A. Marcopoli) was identified by US
authorities in the Detroit, Michigan area in early 2002. Subsequent inspections by Canadian
authorities have confirmed the EAB beetle is present in the City of Windsor as of July 2002, and
also in the greater Windsor area by August 2002, including five municipalities in Essex Region.
CFIA carried out a Pest Risk Assessment in August 2002, and results indicate there is reason to
believe the EAB infestation is contained within the Greater Windsor area. In the US, it has
been found to have spread as far as Toledo, Ohio. It attacks both street trees and those
growing in natural forested areas.
The EAB, a native of China and eastern Asia, is suspected to have arrived in North America on
wood packaging materials as early as ten years ago. Once here, EAB has been found to
attack and kill native tree species of red and green ash (Fraxinus pennsylvanica Marsh.), white
ash (F. americana L), and black ash (F. nigra Marsh.), as well as several horticultural varieties
of ash trees. In Asia, walnut (Juglans spp) and elm (Ulmus spp) are also affected by EAB,
though no evidence has yet been seen here linking this pest and host.
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The EAB seems well suited to our climate, has limited natural predators or population controls
in North America, and our native ash species have no natural resistance to the beetle. The
beetle will attack the trunk of any ash tree greater then 2.5cm (1 inch) in diameter (nursery farm
tree or whip stock) as well as infesting branches, of greater than 2.5cm (1 inch) in diameter, in
the crowns of ash species.
The EAB beetle will kill every ash tree it comes in contact with, through successive generations
of beetles going through their life cycle on the same tree, eventually weakening and killing the
host tree. Dispersal of the EAB is generally limited as they are reported to move locally (8 to 12
metres) in distance, however, according to research done in Japan, this particular species of
EAB is capable of dispersal flight up to a few kilometres to seek new host material. The
experience from Michigan corroborating this finding is that the EAB beetle can expand its
territory quite quickly as the population builds. First year detection of the beetle is difficult but
not impossible, with death of the host tree occurring 2 or 3 years after the initial attack.
Mortality may be hastened if the host tree has been previously weakened by other infection
agents (ie. ash yellows) or by physical, environmental and /or climatic stresses (ie.
development, root zone impacts, drought, etc.).
In order to try and stop the spread, the City of Windsor and Essex county have been
quarantined by the CFIA, with the regard to the movement of firewood (beetle larvae can be
transported in firewood and will emerge as adults in a new location), raw logs (anything with
bark attached) and ash nursery stock out of this area.
In January, 2003, Durham Region council endorsed a resolution, put forward by the City of
Pickering, that in effect challenged the federal and provincial authorities to act decisively and
quickly to halt the spread and impact of the EAB on Ontario's forests. As of February, 2003,
eighty municipalities in Ontario have joined the coalition of concern, many endorsing similar
resolutions to the City of Pickering requesting Ottawa act. At the same time, the Ash Rescue
Coalition (ARC), a Windsor based citizens- advisory group, is looking for greater public and
political support to address the problem.
CFIA has proposed to establish a "firewall" between the quarantine area and the rest of Ontario.
Establishment of a "firewall" entails the destruction of all host species, specifically ash (Fraxinus
spp.) trees within a corridor up to 5 kilometres wide. A submission has been made by CFIA to
the Treasury Board for funding to implement the firewall plan. With an effective "firewall" in
place and they propose to proceed to effect eradication of the insect from Canada. Michigan
has investigated some chemical controls measures, although these would only be practical for
urban street trees and those on private residences. These chemical control agents are not yet
registered for use in Canada.
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RATIONALE
Ash is an important component of the fabric of our natural and anthropogenic environments
and threats to its existence present a variety of ecological, social and economic concerns. The
EAB has been likened to Dutch Elm disease with respect to the potential impact to our forests,
both urban and rural. Infestations with the potential to destroy large portions of or specific
elements of the forest must be identified early, monitored and effective control measures
implemented to reduce the impact on forest cover and biodiversity and seek to minimize or
eliminate the spread of the infection.
It is estimated that ash trees found on 6,000 ha (15,000 ac) of Authority -owned lands are at
risk. The TRCA holds approximately 1,400 hectares (3,500 ac) of young and mature hardwood
woodlots, with ash species accounting for approximately 25% of all trees in those woodlots.
Ash species also represent approximately 50% of all natural regeneration found under existing
conifer plantations. Ash is also a dominant species found throughout the conservation area
parks and peripheral properties.
Ash species (F. americana L. and F. pennsylvanica Marsh.) comprise a moderate proportion of
trees planted through TRCA regeneration programs and projects including: Valley & Stream
Regeneration, Reforestation for Biodiversity, landscape development in Conservation Areas
and the Private Landowner Planting Assistance programs. In 2002, the TRCA supplied and
planted some 8,500 ash trees (includes seedlings, whips, caliper stock) accounting for
approximately 5% of total planting and almost 19% of deciduous tree planting effort.
To protect these investments it would be prudent for the TRCA, in cooperation with all
conservation authorities, to request Conservation Ontario to endorse the municipal resolutions
in an effort to raise the profile and highlight the potential cost associated with the EAB problem.
The desired effect being to assist in engaging the public and lobbying for political support and
necessary funds for the CFIA control strategy. The " firewall" is critical in controlling the spread
of the EAB and containing it to a small area of Ontario. The issue is highly time sensitive as the
adult beetles will be emerging from infected ash trees by the 2nd week of May through to early
summer, and will be dispersing eastward with potentially no barrier to stop their spread.
If the "firewall" is not in place by early May, 2003, we will have to put into place an EAB staff
education and beetle monitoring program, also coordinating this initiative with neighbouring
GTA conservation authorities and local /regional governments, anticipating the spread and
arrival of the beetle. A CFIA approved control /disposal program will also need to be developed
and adequately resourced to deal with infestations before the beetle is found on Authority land
or within our watersheds. The CFIA would also quarantine and restrict the movement of ash
nursery and wood products in and out of areas of the watershed where the EAB has been .
positively identified.
Public awareness of the quarantine is low and the movement of infested wood (including ash
logs, firewood, wood and bark chips, and nursery stock) products will speed the spread of the
beetle beyond the planned firewall and could create infestation hot spots almost anywhere.
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The last time such an environmental disaster occurred was the ice storm in eastern Ontario
and Quebec. At that time, conservation authorities offered to provide authority equipment and
staff resources to support the clean up efforts in affected regions. The opportunity now exists
for the TRCA and other conservation authorities to offer our collective support, through the
ACAO to the Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA), to assist in any way they determine
necessary to help implement the CFIA firebreak plan and ERCA with an ash recovery/tree
replacement program in an as yet to be determined capacity.
Information sharing and support of monitoring programs are key elements in establishing and
maintaining vigilance against the potential threat posed by the EAB and other insects and /or
diseases. Information regarding the current status of the EAB threat and the quarantine
measures in place can be posted on the TRCA's webpage with links to the websites of CFIA
(www.inspection.gc.ca), OMNR ( http : / /ontarioforests.mnr.gov.ca) and to the Ash Rescue
Coalition website (http: / /www.ashrescue.com).
FINANCIAL DETAILS
For the 2003 program year, preliminary monitoring costs are estimated at $5,000 /yr. The
monitoring of suspect areas will be conducted in conjunction with current pest monitoring
practices for other destructive forest insects such as gypsy moth (Lymantria dispar) and other
known forest pests (ie. fungi, bacteria, etc.). At this level of effort, the costs can be covered
from existing TRCA Managed Forest Program funding and revenues. Funds are available in
accounts 116 - 04/116 -05.
Subject to the outcome of 2003 monitoring results, annualized costs may be expected to
increase in accordance with the any positive finding within the TRCA watersheds and the
verified spread of the EAB eastward from the current quarantine area of Greater Windsor /Essex
Region. The greater the movement of the EAB, the sooner the potential impact may be felt and
the greater the resources that would be required to respond in a timely and effective manner.
Report prepared by: Dave Rogalsky, extension 5378
For Information contact: Zoltan Kovacs, extension 5379
Date: March 19, 2003
RES. #A64/03 - WEST NILE VIRUS
Information on the Authority's response to West Nile Virus in 2003.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Linda Pabst
Tanny Wells
THAT staff develop and implement a larval mosquito monitoring program across the
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's (TRCA) jurisdiction;
THAT staff be directed to participate in the City of Toronto West Nile Virus Advisory
Committee;
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AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to request funding assistance from the TRCA's
Municipal partners and Health Departments.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
West Nile Virus (WNV) is an infection of birds transmitted by mosquitoes. The virus normally
cycles between the bird and mosquito population, however, humans can become ill when an
infected mosquito bites a person instead of a bird. In 2002, North America experienced an
unprecedented outbreak of illness, including encephalitis and meningitis, caused by WNV.
WNV made its first appearance in New York City in 1999. Since then it has spread to numerous
states and provinces in the US and Canada. In 2002 there were 129 confirmed positive human
cases of WNV in Ontario, 191 probable cases and two deaths.
To most people, infection with West Nile Virus will not have any significant health effects.
However, the elderly and those with weakened immune systems are susceptible to serious
disease or encephalitis (inflammation of the brain), which may be fatal.
A surveillance program to detect and monitor West Nile Virus has been in place for two years.
It involves local, provincial and federal governments to collect, identify, and test dead birds for
the presence of West Nile Virus. Reporting of dead crows is an important part of this
surveillance. In addition, many Regions in Ontario are monitoring larval mosquito populations
in catch basins and other man -made containers.
All of the Regional Governments in the GTA have developed a preparedness or response plan
dealing with the virus. Many of these plans are similar in that they have identified education,
prevention, and source reduction as their primary means of dealing with the virus. Mosquito
larval control is also being considered and researched.
To date the TRCA has maintained involvement with this issue by participating in various
committees within our jurisdiction. Staff have also attended courses /workshops hosted by the
Region of Durham and the Ontario Vector Control Association.
Staff are actively participating on West Nile Virus Committees that have been established in the
Regions of Peel, York and Durham, and have offered similar support to the City of Toronto.
At the City of Toronto Council meeting on February 24, 2003. Council recommended that:
"the City of Toronto establish a West Nile Virus Advisory Committee comprised of staff
from Toronto Public Health, Works and Emergency Services, Parks and Recreation, the
Toronto Environmental Alliance and the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority with
a particular focus on the environmental issues associated with the West Nile Virus
Program;
that Works and Emergency Services, in collaboration with the Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority, undertake an environmental impact assessment at a
representative subwatershed area, wholly contained within the City of Toronto,
associated with the application of methoprene in roadside catch basins to consist of:
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(a) water quality analysis of stormwater runoff from sewer outfalls and within the
watercourse post larviciding to assess the concentrations of methoprene
discharged to the aquatic environment;
(b) toxicity testing, pre and post larviciding, of stormwater runoff to assess
whether concentrations of methoprene in this type of discharge are toxic to
representative target organisms; and
(c) an instream aquatic community assessment pre and post larvaciding;
It is further recommended that City of Council request the Ontario Ministry of the
Environment, in collaboration with the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources,
Environment Canada, the Federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans and the Toronto
and Region Conservation Authority to undertake a comprehensive system -wide
environmental impact study for the six watersheds which extend across the City of
Toronto."
Staff have been in contact with City of Toronto Health Department staff and will be assisting in
the City of Toronto with their monitoring program and advisory committee.
In dealing with the West Nile Virus issue internally, staff have promoted the following message:
West Nile Virus is a real health issue and must be taken seriously, however the associated
risk of being exposed to the virus is still low.
The focus of our efforts (and those of our partners) to date is on Education, Surveillance,
and Prevention (source control).
Although wetlands harbour mosquitoes, they act for the most part as "balanced," naturally
functioning systems. Within these balanced systems, plants function to Improve water
quality and reduce "stagnant" conditions, and a variety of fish, invertebrates,
mammals and amphibians act as natural predators of mosquito larvae and adults.
The primary (but not only) mosquito species associated with the WNV is the common
house mosquito (culex pipiens). The preferred habitat for this species is small containers
of stagnant water - typically found around the home.
The WNV prevention and control plans developed by the Regions do state that the Regions will
be applying larvicides to some areas based on the results of larval monitoring programs early
in the season. Culex mosquitoes are the species of concern for WNV transmission. The
preferred breeding site for Culex mosquitoes are small containers of stagnant water and are
generally not found to breed in significant numbers in natural systems. As a result, the primary
focus of the Regional larvaciding programs will be catch basins. At this time, the Regions have
no plans to apply larvacides to natural areas but will continue to monitor these areas.
Adulticides will only used if public education and larvaciding programs fail to reduce the
number of mosquitoes, and monitoring /surveillance shows that there is significant risk to
human health from WNV. The Regions will only use adulticides as a last resort.
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The application of larvacides must be done under permit from the Ontario Ministry of Health.
The permit requires that the Regions must notify property owners prior to application of
larvacides. Methods of notification include radio /television broadcasts, publication in a
newspaper or written notices. Notification must be given at least 48 hours prior but not more
than 7 days before application. The permit also requires that the applicator give a description
of how sensitive areas will be protected.
All larvaciding in the Regions will be done under an order from the Regional Medical Officers of
Health (MOH) and will supercede any by -laws that ban the use of pesticides in catch basins. In
the event that the Regional MOH issues an order to larvacide in an area that contains TRCA
property, TRCA staff will be preparing a letter to the Regional MOH requesting that the TRCA
be notified of any larvaciding activity on our property. We will also request that the Regional
MOH provide monitoring /sampling data to prove that bodies of water on our property contain
mosquito species of concern, and that they should therefore order the application of biological
controls (Bacillus thuringiensis var. israelensis - BTi). If larvacides are applied, the TRCA Safety
Officer will post notices at the entrance to any TRCA properties to inform the public that
larvacides have been applied to the property.
Keep a "healthy perspective," when considering the risk of exposure to this virus. The Flu virus
is much more serious in terms of human illness and mortality.
Based on this TRCA Staff have been requested to assist, as follows:
Supervisors at all work locations were asked to monitor "house keeping" practices around
the grounds and buildings of TRCA facilities to reduce or eliminate areas of standing water.
Particular emphasis was to be placed on artificial containers (roof gutters, wheelbarrows,
flowerpots, pools, birdbaths, barrels, cans, troughs, tires etc.) and any other place where
water can collect.
Report and collect dead birds, particularly crows and blue jays found on TRCA Lands or
facilities. These birds may be collected by the Regional Health Units for lab analysis.
Take personal precautions outlined by the Authority's Safety Officer when working outdoors
- protective clothing, repellents etc. This information will be disseminated to all new or
summer staff who will be working outdoors. In addition, a training session for all staff has
been arranged for April 7, 2003.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
TRCA staff will continue to liase with the various Regional Health Departments and support
their programs as much as possible. This will include continued participation on Regional
West Nile Virus committees, distribution of WNV information to the public and corporately
following the guidelines developed for minimizing source locations breeding mosquitos.
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The TRCA has also been asked to assist the Regional Health Departments with their larval
mosquito monitoring. The Regions have been, and will continue to, monitor larval mosquito
populations in catch basins, roadside ditches, and other man -made structures. Where the
TRCA has been asked to assist is with the monitoring of natural areas (marshes, ponds,
woodland pools, etc). The information collected this year would then be used to inform plans
for 2004, should increased mosquito control efforts be required. This data can also be used to
prevent large scale larvaciding programs on our property.
In addition to larval mosquito monitoring the TRCA has also been asked to assist the City of
Toronto and the Region of Peel with the monitoring of any adverse effects from pesticide use in
catch basins. Most of the data required by the Regions would tie into existing monitoring
programs (i.e./ marsh monitoring program, fisheries surveys, etc...)
FINANCIAL DETAILS
At this time there is no corporate budget for WNV. Staff recommend for 2003 that $6000 be
budgeted to cover the cost of developing and implementing a larval mosquito monitoring
program across the jurisdiction, and for staff training and certification.
Report prepared by: Tamara Chipperfield, extension 5248
For information contact: Tamara Chipperfield, extension 5248
Date: March 20, 2003
Attachments: 1
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Attachment 1
Inside:
The ttisportnnce of 2
Wetlands
About Mosquitoes 2
Did You Know 3
Protect Yourself 3
ManagingWNV & 3
Mosquitoes
Frequently Asked 4
Questions
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A newsletter printed by Toronto and Region Conservation.
SPRING, 2003
About We Mlle Virus
West Nile Virus (WNV) is a
mosguitoborn illness that
vitally has little effect on
humans however, in rare
MICE, it can cause sedates
health problems and may cause
encephalitis (swelling of the
brain) which could even.lead to
death. The very young, the
elderly and those with.
'weakened immune systems are
most susceptible to the disease,
although others can be
affected.
WNV fast appeared in North
America in 1999 and in 2001
within TRCA's ju istfiction. The
next year, the first Canadian
human illnesses and the first
death occurred within the
Region of Peel.
West
Viruo
Want
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Nines
Went
Nilo NI
Virus
The virus' life cycle requires
both birds and mosquitoes and
humans can only be infected if
they are bitten by in infected
mosquito. Of the si mosquito
species found in Ontario, only
a few ate of most concern for
WNV.
Conservation servat on A t orities
Toronto and Region
Conservation (TRCA) is ont
of 36 conservation
authorities mandated by the
pratiynce to ensutc'the
conservation, restoration and
responsible manage ment'of
Ontario's water, land and
natural habitats on a watershed,
basis.
We work to ensure the
protection of rivers, lakes,
streams, wedands, woodlands
and other natural areas.
Conservation authotidea are
also concerned vt^.lth,propk'ling
the public with the
opportunity'to enjoy, learn
from and respect Ontario's
natural environment
Birds and ma:grdt= am the
camas bostsfortdr inct Nth
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IFor Nether information
about Wasst Nilo Virus:
• Contact your low Public
Health Department
Y Region or Peel: (905) 799 -7700
www.peel- bugbite.w
o City of lbronto: (416) 338=7600
www.city.toronto.on.r.a/heentV
west,_ntle.Jndeu.htm
• Durham Revlon: 1-800-841-2729
www.reg ion. d urhain ,on. m
o York Region: 1- 800. 361 =5653
www.reglon.yortuon,ca
o Elsewhere: check your blue pages
o For medical advice:, please
contact your family doctor.
°IIn'Kindness Hs The Pr ervation Of The IRforad'
Arayrta1Tk ns
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The Importance of Wetlands
The wa ter you
used tolinsh
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About Mosquitoes
to bathe ones that carry the Wert
Nile Virus.
Wedands are important for many
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• Wetlands trap, breakdown,
remove or use nutrients,
agtialltutailleAkicks. and
'pestiddes, otganicinute. and
sedimentthat flowintro them
With stufaeewurterunbif,
• Wedandspnavide.habitatfor
huntiredi of 'species of plants,
hirds,, fish and other wildlife.
• they teduee the severity of.
floods bY,retaining water and
releasing itslowly during drier
petiods.
They hal'''. to reduce-shoreline
,;,4thealtt5 owtlaatteoataills fish, birets,,
itygt andinseds that beplo tontrol
mareitopopalatitots.
erosionhy. slowing the flow of
water and lowerinethe peak .
runoffs of streams atutrivers
during hc-avy sprieg,flows anti
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by soaking np surface.Water•suid
allow:high' cased? back into:the
grourtil,
170,0nds.Pto.viOcunfillle"T'l.s.,
forrecreation and for'scientific
research.
Thee are.,57 kinds of mosquitoes in
pntario„eich-with their own
biology including where theylay their
eggs, ho W fartheyroarn froin,tbeir,
birthplace and even thc.kind of
bloodIneal that they need to
complete, their
&epic:Some lite
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only dogs, horses, people, fings.or
even, snakes.,
There are two mosquito' speeies of
greatest, concern for WestNile Virus
and,-although some may eventually
transmit the vinuonost of the
remaining 55;species have little to 49
With 'the sprearl'of the illness to
primpoar ancrCalev nnotaliVein
urban areas and although they
prefer birds, they may bite both
birds and.people. Milt; meansthat
they have the potential.to pick up
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and .diat, once infected. theyeauld
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Culexmosquitocs,bare a limited
flight range kless than.one kilometer)
pat*. meansthat dielidults'are
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mosquitoes, it hitelyhatdted,nearby
These mosquitoes,ususlly breed, in
my,sheltered stagnantwiter and'
their lame are,most oftenlound in.
tires, -eaves trtsnigh•Vrain liarrits,
birdbadis,and'othetpuddles dualist
'for longer than *ecic,:Nfou,can
protect yourself hy removing any
standing water:where naosqiitos
migkt lity,theii eggs..
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Protect Yourself
Avoid mosquito bites:
wear-ltght= coloured, tightly -woven
lontsfee cd-shirts and long pants
outdoors;
• spray clothing with insect repetlants
containing DEEE
• apply repellant sparingly to exposed
skin, and follow the manufacturer's
directions;
• check window and door screens for
.holes aid to tnake`eure'they.fit ,
snugglyin frames;
• mosquiroes,are most actireardawn
and dusk — avoid imosquito-prone
:tress during•these times;
• bug "rappers "'and repellers do, little
to,pu tcct you fmm- mosquitoes and
kill Many beneficial insects,. including
mosquito predators.
Reduce mosquito breeding
grounds around your home:
• de, ncit let any aster stand outside for
more than four days;
• recycle or dispose of old tires, plastic
containcrs•and paint cans;
• drain water regulaiiy' from gain
barrels, flower pots, window boxes,
planters and swimming pool covers;
• tnake sure your eaves treaters and
gutters, drain. properly;
change evatcr,in bud baths and,
wading pools twice.a ,
• drill holes in the bottom of recycling,
and trash,containers, and chtldreii's
tire savings;
• corer rain"batrels with fine miah or
screen;
• tutu over wheelbarrows, canoes and
Managing West Nile Virus, and Mosquitoes
plastic wading pools to drain‘sranding,
water,
• acrate.ornamental ponds with a
fountain or keep' some insect - eating
fish in it.
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}stet•bar, janf ivri aotony pry etja itself
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THERE IS NO
SINGLE CURE
TO MANAGING
THIS PROBLEM'
Wrest Nile Virus and
liuri�an health are
public health concerns.
A lot of people are
working to reduce the
risks, based on
se entific research and
our growing
understanding of the
cirus;,its carder, and
its, management in our cliinatc, v
Since the lust North Atneiican
occurrence of the virus; monitoring of.
possible =triers (sensitive birdssuch as
craws and blue jays ),sampling of
mosquito breeding areas an& testing of
mosquitoes.hasbeetitaking plate.
throughout our tegians.
So far; this research' has shown That:
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roadside catch'basins,,has the highest
nutnbcrs,of inosquitoes; agility! arthawdr
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The local Medical Officer'of Health is
responsible 'for directing any actions" to
reduce WNV risks, These may include:
'• habitaxand biological controls to
tOuoe mosquitoes inclyding;
removal of. breeding areas or
possible treatment of high -risk
'breeding- areas, such' aseach basins,
using'.the Iar:vacide,hlethoprene or
trerltingotiter Mote aenOlive.ateas
with an organic•larvicide,(B ti)
;
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remove breeding auras and to
reduce their personal rislq
• other actions may be undertaken as
directed by the loca1Medical.
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RES. #A65/03 - ADDENDUM TO ITEM 7.12 - WEST NILE VIRUS
Protocol in response to public complaints about standing water on TRCA
lands.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Irene Jones
David Barrow
THAT the protocol outlined in the report be implemented to address public complaints
about standing water and West Nile Virus (WNV) related Inquiries on TRCA property:
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate Municipal Parks and Health Departments be
advised of the Authority protocol for responding to WNV inquiries related to TRCA lands.
CARRIED
RATIONALE
Staff anticipate aggressive requests from neighbouring private property owners for actions to
be taken on Authority lands to address perceived mosquito breeding potential. It will be
important for staff to have an approved protocol to follow to ensure consistent responses and
avoid a major commitment of staff time to respond to complaints.
Protocol for West Nile Inquiries:
1. Provide the caller:
• with information about WNV (TRCA fact sheet);
• advise TRCA will be monitoring a representative sample of natural areas within our
jurisdiction;
• advise that the Regional Health Departments are the lead agencies dealing with WNV and
the TRCA will be following the directions provided by the Regional Medical Officers of
Health (MOH) and that larvacides will only be applied to an area, by the Regions /City,
under an order from the MOH;
• TRCA will only respond to house keeping issues (tires, rubbish, improperly stored
equipment, etc.);
2. If caller is insistent that subject property be investigated then following process should be
followed:
• verify the property in question is owned by the TRCA;
• determine if the subject property is under management agreement with municipal partners
or directly managed by TRCA;
• if under management agreement direct caller to the appropriate municipal parks /health
department (City of Toronto has indicated the caller can be forwarded to the Toronto Health
Department who have hired students to investigate sites of concern and Parks will
remediate where required);
• TRCA staff will investigate sites of concern on lands they directly manage and take
appropriate remedial action if required;
Report prepared by: Tamara Chipperfield, extension 5248
For Information contact: Tamara Chippertield, extension 5248
Date: April 24, 2003
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RES. #A66/03 - DRINKING WATER SOURCE PROTECTION PLANNING
FRAMEWORK
Release for public comment of the Final Report of the Provincial Advisory
Committee on Watershed -Based Source Protection Planning.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Irene Jones
David Barrow
THAT staff report back to the Authority at Its May 16, 2003 Meeting with a full report on
the implications of the Source Protection Planning Framework Advisory Committee's
recommendations.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
In response to the recommendations of the Part 2 Report from the Walkerton Inquiry, the
Provincial government established an Advisory Committee in November, 2002, with a mandate
to provide advice on a provincial framework for watershed -based source protection planning.
The framework was to be consistent with Justice O'Connor's 22 recommendations on source
water protection. The 18 member, multi - stakeholder Advisory Committee included two
representatives from Conservation Ontario, who were supported by a technical team of staff
from several conservation authorities. TRCA staff were involved in the technical team.
The Province posted the Advisory Committee's Final Report, containing 55 recommendations,
on the Environmental Bill of Rights Registry on April 21, 2003 for public comment until June 21,
2003. Many of the recommendations have positive implications for conservation authorities, in
particular:
Goal of Source Protection Plans
RECOMMENDATION 3: The goal of watershed -based source protection planning in
Ontario is to protect human health through the protection of current and future sources
of drinking water, including inland lakes, rivers and groundwater, from potential
contamination and depletion through locally - developed watershed -based source
protection plans.
Scope of the Framework Regarding the Great Lakes
RECOMMENDATION 4: While the source protection planning framework focuses on
inland waters, all communities and water users whose source of water is the Great
Lakes share in the responsibility for the protection and enhancement of the waters of
the Great Lakes, as well as inland water sources. Furthermore, the Ministry of the
Environment should require any entity that discharges waste water, rural run -off or
storm water to the Great Lakes to manage or improve the quality of its discharges to a
standard that meets the objectives of source water protection.
New Responsibilities for Conservation Authorities
RECOMMENDATION 12: Conservation authorities be the organization given
responsibility for co- ordinating the development of watershed -based source protection
plans wherever possible.
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RECOMMENDATION 13: The resourcing of conservation authorities recognize their
new role in source protection planning and provide for new sources of funding in
specific instances related to source protection planning.
RECOMMENDATION 14: The province requires all municipalities and local services
boards to participate in source protection planning.
Copies of the Executive Summary of the Advisory Committee's Report will be available at the
meeting.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
Staff will review the Advisory Committee's Final Report and report back to the Full Authority in
May, 2003 on the implications to TRCA.
Report prepared by: Sonya Meek, extension 5253
For Information contact: Sonya Meek, extension 5253
Date: April 24, 2003
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
RES. #A67 /03
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Rob Ford
Jim McMaster
THAT the Committee go Into closed session to discuss items 7.15 and 7.16.
ARISE FROM COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
RES. #A68 /03
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Linda Pabst
Tanny Wells
THAT the Committee arise and report from closed session.
RES. #A69 /03 - POSITION OF CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER /
SECRETARY - TREASURER
(Executive Res. #B 19/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Jim McMaster
Ian Sinclair
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CARRIED
CARRIED
THAT Brian Denney be appointed to the position of Chief Administrative Officer /
Secretary- Treasurer;
THAT the appointment be effective May 19, 2003;
THAT the starting salary for the appointment be $119,000;
AND FURTHER THAT the Chair of the Authority conduct performance appraisals with
Brian Denney during the sixth and twelfth months of the appointment.
RECORDED VOTE
Maria Augimeri Yea
David Barrow Yea
Lorna Bissell Yea
Ila Bossons Yea
Michael Di Biase Yea
Susan DiMarco Yea
Rob Ford Nay
Cliff Gyles Yea
Irene Jones Yea
Anthony Ketchum Yea
Pam McConnell Yea
Jim McMaster Yea
Dick O'Brien Yea
Gerri Lynn O'Connor Yea
Bill O'Donnell Yea
Linda Pabst Yea
Joe Pantalone Yea
Frank Scarpitti Yea
Ian Sinclair Yea
Tanny Wells Yea
THE MOTION WAS CARRIED
RES. #A70/03 - SALARY AND WAGE ADJUSTMENTS
Director's and the Chief Administrative Officer /Secretary- Treasurer. To
resolve some pay equity and salary compensation issues.
(Executive Res. #B20 /03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Michael Di Biase
Joe Pantalone
THAT the Manager, Human Resources bring a report to Special Finance and Business
Development Advisory Board Meeting #3/03, to be held on May 2, 2003, reflecting the
Executive Committee's directions to staff as outlined in the staff report.
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RECORDED VOTE
Maria Augimeri Yea
David Barrow Yea
Lorna Bissell Yea
Ila Bossons Yea
Michael Di Biase Yea
Susan DiMarco Yea
Rob Ford Nay
Cliff Gyles Yea
Irene Jones Yea
Anthony Ketchum Yea
Pam McConnell Yea
Jim McMaster Yea
Dick O'Brien Yea
Gerri Lynn O'Connor Yea
Bill O'Donnell Yea
Linda Pabst Yea
Joe Pantalone Yea
Frank Scarpitti Yea
Ian Sinclair Yea
Tanny Wells Yea
THE MOTION WAS CARRIED
RES. #A71 /03 - LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT ACQUISITION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Jim McMaster
Bill O'Donnell
THAT the In- camera Item 7.17 - Lake Ontario Waterfront Acquistion be approved;
AND FURTHER THAT the resolution remain in- camera until such time as the item has
been resolved.
CARRIED
RES. #A72 /03 - REQUEST FOR LEASE AND RESTORATION OF THE BUILDINGS ON
THE FORMER BLAIR PROPERTY, IN THE BOLTON AREA
CFN 22110. The Authority is in receipt of a proposal from Richardson
Technologies Inc., of the Town of Bolton, to lease and restore the
buildings on the Former Blair Property in the Town of Bolton, and to use
this location as their new international marketing headquarters.
(Executive Res. #B22/03)
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Moved by:
Seconded by:
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Irene Jones
THAT the request for the lease and restoration of the Former Blair Property be referred to
Authority staff for review and further discussions with Richardson Technologies Inc.
AND FURTHER THAT a report recommending further action In this matter be brought to
the Executive Committee at the earliest opportunity.
CARRIED
RES. #A73 /03 - DELIVERY OF PUBLIC CONSULTATION FOR THE ENVIRONMENTAL
ASSESSMENTS FOR THE NATURALIZATION AND FLOOD
PROTECTION FOR THE LOWER DON RIVER
To authorize Authority officials in enter into a letter of understanding or
other instrument with the City of Toronto to assist the TRCA with the
public consultation component of the Environmental Assessments for the
Naturalization and Flood Protection for the Lower Don River
(Executive Res. #823/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Irene Jones
THAT Authority officials be authorized to enter into a letter of understanding or other
Instrument with the City of Toronto to assist the TRCA staff with the delivery and
documentation of the public consultation component of the Environmental Assessments
for the Naturalization and Flood Protection for the Lower Don River subject to the
satisfaction of the Authority's solicitors, Gardiner Roberts LLP and the approval of the
Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation (TWRC).
CARRIED
RES. #A74 /03 - REGIONAL MONITORING NETWORK PROGRAM - WATER
QUANTITY COMPONENT
Stream flow and precipitation monitoring within the Authority's Regional
Monitoring Network Program.
(Executive Res. #B24/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Irene Jones
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THAT the firm of Ontario Hydrometric Services Limited be retained for a period of one
year to construct, maintain, monitor and archive stream flow data at 14 locations and
precipitation data at 18 locations as part of the Authority's Regional Monitoring Network
Program.
CARRIED
RES. #A75 /03 - POTENTIAL APPEAL TO OMB OF R. JOHNSON MINOR VARIANCE
APPROVAL
Staff wish to advise Executive Committee members that they have
appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board a minor variance granted to a
City of Pickering landowner which may not be in conformity with the Oak
Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan. The appeal had to be filed by April
8, 2003 so staff is seeking Executive Committee support for this action.
(Executive Res. #825/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Irene Jones
THAT the appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board of the S. and R. Johnson minor variance
be approved;
THAT staff be authorized to retain legal counsel in support of this appeal;
AND FURTHER THAT staff continue to pursue the resolution of Authority Issues in
cooperation with relevant parties prior to the Hearing.
CARRIED
RES. #A76 /03 - THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK
Request for a Permanent Easement for the York -Peel Feedermain, City of
Vaughan, CFN 33995. Receipt of a request from the Regional
Municipality of York to provide a permanent easement for the York -Peel
feedermain, located on the north side of Rutherford Road between
Islington Avenue and Pine Valley Drive, in the City of Vaughan, Regional
Municipality of York, Humber River Watershed.
(Executive Res. #826/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Irene Jones
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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
feedermain, located on the north side of Rutherford Road between Islington Avenue and
Pine Valley Drive, in the City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, Humber River
Watershed;
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;
THAT a permanent easement containing a total of 0.091 hectares (0.226 acres), more or
less, be granted to the Regional Municipality of York for the York -Peel feedermain, said
land being Part of Lot 16, Concession 7, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York;
THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal, survey, and other
costs;
THAT the Regional Municipality of York 1s 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;
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 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.
RES. #A77/03 - PROPOSED HIGHWAY #427 EXTENSION
(Watershed Res. #D2/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Susan DiMarco
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CARRIED
THAT staff report back at Watershed Management Advisory Board Meeting #2/02, to be
held on June 13, 2003, on what TRCA's policies and requirements are for restoration
works along highways and other major road systems, and on our naturalization
objectives for new and proposed transporation corridors.
CARRIED
RES. #A78 /03 - 2003 PEEL, YORK, DURHAM, AND TORONTO CAPITAL PROJECTS
Endorsement of the 2003 Peel, York and Toronto Capital Projects.
(Watershed Res. #D4/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Susan DiMarco
THAT•the 2003 Peel, York, Durham, and Toronto Capital Projects, be endorsed.
CARRIED
RES. #A79 /03 - OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT 124/161
ENVIRONMENTAL/AGGREGATE POLICIES
Town of Caledon, Region of Peel. Participation by TRCA at the Ontario
Municipal Board. Request for support of Settlement Proposals related to
the appeals of Official Plan Amendments 124/161, the Environmental and
Aggregate policies for the Town of Caledon currently before the Ontario
Municipal Board.
(Watershed Res. #D5/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Susan DiMarco
THAT as a Participant, the TRCA advises the Ontario Municipal Board and the Town of
Caledon that the TRCA endorses the OPA 124 Settlement Proposal based on the
settlement of March 26, 2003, as it satisfies the Authority's Interests in the Hearing related
to the Town of Caledon Official Plan Amendment 124 (Environmental policies) and 161
(Aggregate policies);
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to monitor any further revisions that are
negotiated through the settlement process.
CARRIED
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RES. #A80 /03 - OAK RIDGES MORAINE CONSERVATION PLAN IMPLEMENTATION
UPDATE
To update the Board regarding the involvement of TRCA and the
Conservation Authorities Moraine Coalition in the implementation of the
Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan.
(Watershed Res. #D6/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Susan DiMarco
THAT the report on the activities of the TRCA and Conservation Authorities Moraine
Coalition regarding implementation of the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan be
received.
CARRIED
RES. #A81 /03 - KROSNO CREEK PRELIMINARY STORMWATER MANAGEMENT
STRATEGY
To support and participate in the implementation of the
recommendations of the Krosno Creek Preliminary Stormwater
Management Strategy.
(Watershed Res. #D7/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Susan DiMarco
THAT the Krosno Creek Preliminary Stormwater Retrofit Study be received;
THAT the Authority support the recommendations of the study;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to continue working with the City of Pickering to
facilitate implementation of the recommendations.
CARRIED
RES. #A82 /03 - ORGANIZING INTER - REGIONAL STORMWATER MANAGEMENT
WORKSHOPS
To organize a series of Inter - Regional Stormwater Management
Workshops.
(Watershed Res. #D8/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Susan DiMarco
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THAT staff be directed to organize a series of Inter - Regional Stormwater Management
Workshops to promote the sharing of technical information and management
approaches, to foster the Implementation of the Toronto and Region Remedial Action
Plan, and to assist in establishing a common vision and goals related to stormwater
management;
THAT staff consult with adjacent Conservation Authorities to determine their interest in
participating in these Inter - Regional Stormwater Management Workshops;
THAT staff proceed with the first workshop scheduled for May 7, 2003 on Sediment
Control;
AND FURTHER THAT staff discuss the establishment of an Inter - Regional Working Group
on Stormwater Management at the May 7th workshop.
CARRIED
RES. #A83 /03 - CITY OF PICKERING STORMWATER RETROFIT STUDY
To support and participate in the implementation of the
recommendations of the City of Pickering Stormwater Retrofit Study
(Watershed Res. #D9/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Susan DiMarco
THAT the City of Pickering Stormwater Retrofit Study be received;
THAT the Authority support the recommendations of the study;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to continue working with the City of Pickering to
facilitate Implementation of the recommendations.
CARRIED
RES. #A84 /03 - 6 & 18 HARDWOOD GATE SLOPE STABILIZATION PROJECT
Implementation of the proposed slope stabilization works at 16 & 18
Hardwood Gate, in the City of Toronto.
(Watershed Res. #D 10/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Susan DiMarco
THAT staff be directed to proceed with the slope stabilization project at 16 & 18
Hardwood Gate.
CARRIED
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RES. #A85 /03 - FRENCHMAN'S BAY WATERSHED REHABILITATION PROJECT
An update of the Frenchman's Bay Watershed Rehabilitation Project and
an outline of the 2003 work priorities
(Watershed Res. #D 11 /03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Susan DiMarco
THAT the status of the Frenchman's Bay Watershed Rehabilitation Project and the 2003
priorities be received;
AND FURTHER THAT staff continue with this important watershed project (City of
Pickering In the Region of Durham) In cooperation with PESCA (Pickering East Shore
Community Association), the City of Pickering, Ontario Power Generation Pickering
Nuclear and the Ontario Trillium Foundation.
CARRIED
RES. #A86 /03 - ACQUISITION OF ABANDONED HYDRO CORRIDOR LANDS
Taylor Massey Creek Watershed, City of Toronto. Receipt of a request
from the Don Watershed Regeneration Council to explore the acquisition
of lands bordering that section of the Taylor Massey Creek stream
corridor lands within the north -south hydro corridor located east of
Pharmacy Road and running from the Terraview Willowfield concept site
to south of Lawrence Street as it is a major green corridor within the
Taylor Massey Creek watershed
(Watershed Res. #D 12/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Susan DiMarco
WHEREAS the TRCA Is in receipt of a request from the Don Watershed Regeneration
Council to explore acquisition of the lands bordering that section of the Taylor Massey
Creek stream corridor lands within the north -south hydro corridor located east of
Pharmacy Road and running from the Terraview Willowfield concept site to south of
Lawrence Street as it Is a major green corridor within the Taylor Massey Creek
watershed;
THAT staff explore the acquisition of the valley and stream corridor lands associated with
the subject surplus Hydro lands;
AND FURTHER THAT the City of Toronto be requested to consider the acquisition of the
remaining portion of the hydro corridor lands not containing the Taylor Massey Creek
stream corridor lands.
CARRIED
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RES. #A87 /03 - CANADIAN RIVERS DAY - JUNE 8, 2003
Announcement of a Canadian Rivers Day.
(Watershed Res. #D 13/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Susan DiMarco
THAT the staff report on Canadian Rivers Day be received;
THAT staff work with TRCA volunteer task forces and other partners to coordinate annual
events to celebrate watershed management accomplishments as part of Canadian Rivers
Day;
AND FURTHER THAT staff send a letter to municipalities requesting they formally
proclaim June 8, 2003 as Canadian Rivers Day.
CARRIED
RES. #A88 /03 - DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL
Minutes of Meeting #10/02, Meeting #01/03 and Meeting #02/03. The
minutes of Meeting #10/02 held November 21, 2002, Meeting #1/03 held
on January 16, 2003 and Meeting #2/03 held on February 20, 2003
(Watershed Res. #D 14/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Susan DiMarco
THAT the minutes of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council of Meeting #10/02,
Meeting #1/03 and Meeting #2/03 as appended, be received.
CARRIED
RES. #A89 /03 - DUFFINS CREEK AND CARRUTHERS CREEK WATERSHED TASK
FORCES
Minutes of Meetings #6/02 and #1/03.. The Minutes of Duffins Creek and
Carruthers Creek Watershed Task Forces meetings #6/02 and #1/03,
held on November 20, 2002 and February 26, 2003, respectively, are
provided for information.
(Watershed Res. #D 15/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Susan DiMarco
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THAT the minutes of the Duffins Creek and Carruthers Creek Watershed Task Forces
meetings #6/02 and #1/03, as appended, be received.
CARRIED
RES. #A90 /03 - ETOBICOKE- MIMICO WATERSHEDS COALITION
Minutes of Meeting #1103, held on January 23, 2003. The minutes of the
Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition meeting #1/03, held on January
23, 2003, are provided for information
(Watershed Res. #D16 /03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Susan DiMarco
THAT the minutes of the Etobicoke- Mimico Watersheds Coalition meeting #1/03, held on
January 23, 2003, as appended, be received.
CARRIED
RES. #A91 /03 - HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE
Minutes of Meeting #1/03, January 21, 2003. The minutes of Humber
Watershed Alliance meeting #1/03, held on January 21, 2003, are
provided for information
(Watershed Res. #D 17/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Susan DiMarco
THAT the minutes of the Humber Watershed Alliance meeting #1/03, held on January 21,
2003, as appended, be received.
CARRIED
RES. #A92 /03 - ROUGE PARK NORTH DRAFT OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT
Endorsement of the Town of Markham's draft Rouge Park North Official
Plan Amendment and supporting Implementation Manual, and Urban
Design and Infrastructure Guidelines.
(Watershed Res. #D 18/03 & D20/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Susan DiMarco
THAT the Town of Markham's draft Rouge Park North Official Plan Amendment, and
supporting technical documents be endorsed subject to the recommended policy
refinements provided by TRCA staff within this report;
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THAT the Authority direct staff to continue to provide technical review and support to the
Town of Markham, and the Rouge Park North consulting team to complete the
Implementation Manual revisions, and to address issues related to stakeholders queries;
THAT the Town of Markham be commended for its Initiative to advance environmental
planning within the Rouge Watershed;
THAT the Town of Markham be requested to ensure that the final version of the Official
Plan Amendment be structured so that the ecological criteria for the middle reaches area,
and the 600 meter corridor for Little Rouge Creek, as described in the Official Plan
Amendment, represent the minimum Rouge Park boundary that can maintain ecological
function and reasonable biodiversity, in a near urban and urbanizing region, as proposed
by the Rouge Park North Management Plan;
THAT the resolution be forwarded to the Rouge Alliance for information;
AND FURTHER THAT Brian Denney be authorized to appear as a deputant to represent
the TRCA's position if the TRCA's recommendations are not incorporated Into Markham's
final draft Official Plan Amendment.
RES. #A93 /03 - URBAN FORESTRY
(Watershed Res. #D20/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Susan DiMarco
CARRIED
THAT all future staff reports include comments and factual information as to how the
subject matter deals with the enhancements of urban forests and natural corridors,
including trees and shrubs.
SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
RES. #A94 /03 - SECTION 11- ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Pam McConnell
Rob Ford
CARRIED
THAT Ontario Regulation items 8.5.1 - 8.5.25, Inclusive, contained in Section 1I of
Executive Committee Minutes #3/03, held on April 25, 2003, be receieved.
CARRIED
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RES. #A95/03 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Pam McConnell
Rob Ford
THAT Section!! Items 8.6 - 8.10, Inclusive, of Executive Committee Minutes #3/03, held
on April 25, 2003, be receleved.
CARRIED
Section 11 Items 8.6 - 8.10
HIGHCASTLE HOMES - EBENEZER TRACT
(Executive Res. #B28/03)
THE CITY OF TORONTO VALLEY AND SHORELINE REGENERATION PROJECT (2002 -2006)
(Executive Res. #B29/03)
MOE/TRCA MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
(Executive Res. #830/03)
VEHICLE ACQUISITIONS
(Executive Res. #B31 /03)
ASHBRIDGE'S BAY BREAKWATER PROJECT
(Executive Res. #B32/03)
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11:08 a.m., on Friday, April 25, 2003.
Dick O'Brien
Chair
/ks
J. Craig Mather
Secretary- Treasurer
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THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #4/03
May 16, 2003
The Authority Meeting #4/03, was held in the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village,
on Friday, May 16, 2003. The Chair Dick O'Brien, called the meeting to order at 10:10
a.m.
PRESENT
Maria Augimeri Member
Bas Balkissoon Member
Lorna Bissell Member
Ila Bossons Member
Raymond Cho Member
Michael Di Biase Member
Rob Ford Member
Suzan Hall Member
Irene Jones Member
Anthony Ketchum Member
Pam McConnell Member
Peter Milczyn Member
Dick O'Brien Chair
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
David Barrow Member
Susan DiMarco Member
Cliff Gyles Member
Jim McMaster Vice Chair
Ron Moeser Member
Gerri Lynn O'Connor Member
Maja Prentice Member
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RES. #A96 /03 - MINUTES
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Joe Pantalone
Bill O'Donnell
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #3/03, held on April 25, 2003, be approved.
PRESENTATIONS
(a)
CARRIED
A presentation by Marty Brent, Manager, Black Creek Pioneer Village, in regards to the
2003 Season.
RES. #A97 /03 - PRESENTATIONS
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Joe Pantalone
Maria Augimeri
THAT above -noted presentation (a) be heard and received.
CARRIED
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION
RES. #A98 /03 - EMERALD ASH BORER
Implications of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA)
removing ash trees that are vulnerable to the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB)
from future plantings.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Lorna Bissell
Tanny Wells
THAT staff continue to propagate and plant ash species for restoration planting until
there is conclusive evidence of the potential Impact of the EAB as this planting
methodology supports species diversity and sound ecological management;
AND FURTHER THAT staff proceed with the Implementation of a comprehensive forest
pest monitoring program that would monitor for the presence of EAB and support the
establishment of a EAB monitoring network.
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AMENDMENT
RES. #A99/03
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Joe Pantalone
Anthony Ketchum
THAT the following replace the first paragraph of the main motion:
THAT the existing ash stock and seedlings continue to be planted until the stock is
exhausted, but no new stock be developed or purchased until a review can be
undertaken in one year's time.
THE AMENDMENT WAS CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED
BACKGROUND
As Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) has been confirmed to be present in the City of Windsor and
Essex Region as of July 2002, there is potential, given time, for the EAB to spread to the TRCA
watershed and attack and kill ash species in the TRCA jurisdiction. TRCA staff will examine the
implications of discontinuing the planting of ash species on TRCA regeneration projects.
A decision to discontinue the planting of ash species will have a negative impact on TRCA land
management policy and objectives that promote regeneration and restoration activities. The
goal of restoration is to establish native vegetation on barren sites and to increase species
diversity through planting as part of sound ecological management. Ash species are an
important vegetation component of the natural landscape. As a tree used on regeneration
projects, ash will perform well on a variety of different soils and site conditions and have good
transplanting success. Ash are one of the first species to naturally colonize open fields and
meadows and are a primary restoration species in nature. The ash species are a valuable tool
used in combination with the suite of restoration species currently available.
On TRCA regeneration projects, ash is planted in combination with other tree and shrub
species suited to the site conditions. This planting methodology supports species diversity
and sound ecological management. Over time the species composition of the regeneration
planting will change as some species adapt to changing site conditions or as others die out,
having maximized their potential on the site. All the shrub and tree species planted will have
contributed ecological benefits, such as wildlife habitat or soil stabilization, during the time
those species are occupying the site. They will also have helped to change and prepare the
site for natural regeneration to follow and what will be a succession of future vegetation
communities.
A decision to discontinue the use of ash will also have implications for the current TRCA
Nursery program. The TRCA has traditionally supplied our municipal and regional partners
and private landowners within the watershed with genetically adapted, native plant materials
grown by the TRCA Nursery and supplied to the various tree planting programs. Ash being
one of many species available.
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RATIONALE
In conversation with York Region forestry staff, it was indicated that the Regional Street Tree
Planting Program has reduced the component of ash species to 10% of the total trees planted
for 2003, but York Region has decided not to remove ash from their list of suitable species in
order to satisfy particular planting site requirements and to maintain species diversity. The City
of Vaughan has reduced the street tree planting component of ash to 7% of all their total street
tree plantings. The City of Vaughan decision was not made solely on the potential for EAB
damage, but on damage caused by another insect that affects the aesthetics of these trees in
the urban setting.
Although EAB is a serious threat to all ash in Ontario, many other tree species are susceptible
to a variety of serious insect pests and diseases, but remain important restoration species and
are still planted in the landscape. To date, Dutch Elm Disease (DED) has not killed every white
elm tree in the GTA. This tree species still manages to produce seeds and grow to become a
small tree before being killed by the disease. The role of white elm in nature has changed from
that of a large, forest tree to a short-lived pioneer species, however the white elm still provides
important contributions to the environment in terms of forest habitat, species diversity and
other ecological benefits. The long term effects of an EAB infestation on ash and to the extent
ash species will be impacted are still unknown. In terms of regeneration and restoration
planting, ash will continue to be an important restoration species and contribute to improving
the restoration planting site for the time that ash can affect positive changes.
It is also doubtful that ash planted on regeneration projects would be subject to replacement or
removal where plantings are established in natural environments or non - residential areas. In
these cases mortality caused by EAB would not incur removal or replacement costs as would
be the case with urban street trees, unless removal was part of a greater infestation control
strategy.
In 2002, the TRCA Nursery program produced some 8,500 ash trees for planting which
accounted for less then 5% of total all tree planting efforts for 2002. TRCA regeneration
programs and planting partners utilize plant materials produced by the TRCA Nursery. All tree
and shrub seed is collected locally and the plant materials grown are genetically adapted to
the watershed and region. Moving or transporting EAB into our watershed through purchased
ash species is therefore not an issue with TRCA Nursery stock. Currently, the TRCA Nursery
has ash stock in seed beds, seedlings and small tree inventory that can supply bareroot ash
trees, at current productions levels, until 2006. A decision to terminate or reduce the
propagation of ash tree species would affect revenues and budgeting relating to the TRCA
Nursery program.
As a solution to the EAB threat, discontinuing the planting of ash species offers no practical
solution to the real and larger problem being faced by the Authority. That being how, as a
property owner and steward of public lands, will the TRCA manage the EAB on 6,000 ha
(15,000 ac) of land.
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Identification and confirmation of the presence of the pest would be the first step to developing
a control strategy. The implementation of a comprehensive and formal forest pest monitoring
program, that would monitor for the presence of EAB, as well as other important forest pests
and diseases, would allow staff to identify problems and implement a control program if early
detection of the pest were possible and effective control methods or strategies are developed.
An important component of this program would be a field staff education program,
Conservation Area staff would be able to recognize infected trees and confirm the presence of
the EAB.
Secondly, efforts would be made to establish formal contacts between neighboring
conservation authorities, municipalities and regions to share information, collectively monitor
the status of the EAB and share pest management strategies.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
For the 2003 program year, preliminary costs for the development of a monitoring program
would be funded through the existing TRCA Managed Forest Program. Based on the rate of
spread of the EAB from the City of Windsor and Essex Region additional funding could be
necessary to ensure effective monitoring and timely identification of a problem.
Report prepared by: Zoltan Kovacs, extension 5379
For Information contact: Zoltan Kovacs, extension 5379
Date: May 06, 2003
RES. #A100/03 - SOURCE PROTECTION PLANNING FRAMEWORK - IMPLICATIONS
TO TRCA
Comments on Provincial Advisory Committee's recommendations for
watershed -based source protection planning (SPP), considerations and
implications for TRCA.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Irene Jones
Tanny Wells
THAT the Authority support the recommendations contained in the Final Report of the
provincial Advisory Committee on Watershed -based Source Protection Planning and
welcome the opportunity the proposed new conservation authority mandate would
present to TRCA to assist In the protection of drinking water sources, strengthen its
effectiveness in overall watershed management, and achievement of a Living City
Region;
THAT Conservation Ontario be asked to consider the following recommendations for
inclusion in Its consolidated set of comments being submitted to the province on behalf
of all the conservation authorities:
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Conservation Ontario should continue to promote the need to understand and
plan for drinking water source protection in the context of overall watershed
management and the protection of other interdependent environmental systems;
The province should be encouraged to proceed with the development of source
protection planning legislation, the timely delivery of technical guidelines and
standards, and coordination in the development of guidelines with those being
prepared in support of the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan;
The province should be asked to reconvene the multi- stakeholder technical
working group, including representatives from Conservation Ontario and the
Association of Municipalities of Ontario, for the purposes of developing the
guidelines and standards;
The province should be asked to provide funding to Conservation Ontario and
individual conservation authorities in 2003 and 2004 to support their efforts in
reviewing the draft legislation, legislative amendments, guidelines, and standards,
and beginning to prepare for the proposed new mandate;
It is recommended that Conservation Ontario contract legal counsel to assist In
the review of draft legislation, in terms of specific implications and liabilities of
conservation authorities;
Conservation Ontario should be encouraged to update its province -wide estimates
of SPP funding requirements, including provision for legal counsel and expert
panel reviews in each SPP;
Conservation Ontario should request that the province provide clarification on
interim risk management responsibilities, as the legislation and guidelines are
developed;
Conservation Ontario, together with the province and AMO, should provide an
initial review of interim risk management opportunities, possibly as part of a model
SPP, that could serve as a basis for the development of standards and guidelines;
Conservation Ontario should request the province to provide flexibility In the
SPPC model, particularly with respect to the maximum number of SPPC members,
and clarification on what constitutes "sufficient municipal support";
Conservation Ontario should ensure that the province establish time lines for its
internal review and approval process of SPPs;
Conservation Ontario should continue to advocate the need for long term
sustainable funding sources for SPP updates and implementation;
The province should take the lead In preparing generic educational materials that
can be adapted locally;
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The province should be encouraged to proceed with the development of risk
management standards and guidelines and offer training sessions for
practitioners.
THAT TRCA staff be directed to act on the following recommendations and report back to
the Authority:
Continue to promote the need to understand and plan for drinking water source
protection in the context of overall watershed management and the protection of
other Interdependent environmental systems;
Review TRCA's current watershed planning workplans and budgets, Including
those being prepared to fulfill the Oak Ridges Moraine Act requirements, and
Incorporate provision for any additional source protection planning requirements
and prepare budget estimates for delivering ongoing source protection planning
program support;
Review TRCA's own operations and practices to Identify opportunities for using
TRCA's "available powers" to begin to practice interim risk management and
demonstrate sound source protection practices;
TRCA staff should discuss local considerations regarding the SPPC model with
our watershed municipalities and advisory groups.
THAT TRCA staff continue to work with Conservation Ontario and pursue discussions
with local and regional municipal staff and the watershed advisory groups on the
implementation considerations outlined in this report;
AND FURTHER THAT a copy of the Authority resolution and report be sent to
Conservation Ontario and all local and regional municipalities and MPPs in the TRCA
jurisdiction, and staff follow up on meetings with MPPs when appropriate to seek their
support.
AMENDMENT #1
RES. #A101 /03
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ila Bossons
Irene Jones
THAT the following be inserted after the first paragraph of the main motion:
THAT the Authority express its strong support for Recommendation #4 regarding the
requirement for users of Great Lakes waters to be involved in source protection;
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AMENDMENT #2
RES. #A102/03
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Irene Jones
THAT paragraph one be amended to read as follows:
THAT the Authority support the principles of SPP contained In the Final Report of the
provincial Advisory Committee on Watershed -based Source Protection Planning and
we/come the opportunity for an expanded conservation authority mandate to assist in the
protect /on of drinking water sources, strengthen Its effectiveness In overall watershed
management, and achievement ofa Living CityReglon;
THAT the last recommendation to Conservation Ontario be amended to read as follows:
TRCA staffshould discuss local considerations regarding the SPPC mod% including
Integration with Official Plans, with our watershed municipalities and advisory groups.
THAT the following be inserted after the last paragraph of the recommendations to
Conservation Ontario:
THAT TRCA reserves the right to comment further based on detailed discussions with our
mun /c /pa /partners and assessment of the Provincial response to the concerns expressed
In this report;
THAT the following be inserted as the last paragraph of direction to staff items:
TRCA staff convene a meeting as soon as possible with appropriate officials from
area and regional municipalities within TRCA 's jurisdiction to discuss a
coordinated approach for the completion of Watershed Plans and Source
Protection Plans
AMENDMENT #1 WAS CARRIED
AMENDMENT #2 WAS CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED
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BACKGROUND
Advisory Committee Report
The Final Report, "Protecting Ontario's Drinking Water: Toward a Watershed -Based Source
Protection Planning Framework", of the provincial Advisory Committee on watershed -based
source protection planning was posted on the Environmental Bill of Rights Registry on April 21,
2003 for public comment until June 21, 2003. Conservation Ontario has asked for comments
from all conservation authorities (CAs) by May 29, 2003, so that a consolidated set of
comments can be prepared and submitted to the provincial government. A technical working
group of Conservation Ontario, which includes TRCA staff, will assist in preparing the
consolidated response.
Many of the report's 55 recommendations have significant implications for conservation
authorities, that will greatly strengthen the watershed management abilities of CAs and our
partners, in particular:
• The report calls for CAs to take on additional responsibilities in coordinating the
development of watershed -based source protection plans (SPP) and the ongoing
maintenance and up -keep of the plans, among other roles. This move will formalize a
mandate for CAs as a participant in the area of public health, which brings with it a
'significant increase in responsibility and accountability. This also presents an
opportunity to continue to strengthen our municipal and community partnerships in
watershed management.
• New sources of funding are to be established to ensure adequate resourcing of CAs in
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their new SPP roles.
Land use planning and other water resource permitting decisions will have to be
consistent with recommendations of the source protection plan. These
recommendations will greatly elevate the legal status of our watershed planning work
and improve the effectiveness of key implementation tools.
Overall the new CA roles and improved watershed management tools being proposed will
greatly support TRCA's efforts for achieving the Living City and Toronto and Region Remedial
Action Plan objectives.
The following report summarizes TRCA comments on the Advisory Committee's
recommendations, by outlining the implications to TRCA and providing suggested areas for
further consideration. Specific recommendations are shown in italics for inclusion in
Conservation Ontario's consolidated comments to the province or for TRCA staff action.
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TRCA Implications and Comments
1. Goal of Source Protection Plans (Rec. 3); Great Lakes link (Rec. 4, 5)
Source protection plans are intended to protect public health through the protection of
current and future sources of drinking water, by considering groundwater and surface
water sources, and water quality and quantity issues. While source protection planning
focuses on inland watersheds, the report recommends that any entity that discharges
wastewater or runoff to the Great Lakes is also responsible for improving the quality of
its discharges to a standard that meets SPP objectives.
Within the TRCA, drinking water sources include both lake -based and
groundwater -based supplies. The groundwater supplies represent the most vulnerable
and locally controllable sources, for which the development of source protection plans
might be considered a high priority from both a quality and quantity standpoint.
Ongoing local efforts at groundwater management, water budgets, and improving water
quality of area streams will provide a strong base from which to develop source
protection plans for both groundwater and lake -based water sources. TRCA's
coordination role in the Toronto and Region Remedial Action Plan and Craig Mather's
participation on the International Joint Commission's Water Quality Board represent
opportunities to assist the province in promoting the principles of source protection at
the Great Lakes Basin scale, as part of future Canada - Ontario and Canada -US Great
Lakes water quality initiatives.
TRCA staff and Conservation Ontario should continue to promote the need to
understand and plan for drinking water source protection in the context of overall
watershed management and the protection of other interdependent
environmental systems.
2. New SPP Legislation; Other Legislative Amendments; Guidelines (Rec. 7 -10, 31)
The Advisory Committee recommends a new stand -alone piece of legislation be
developed for source water protection, and that amendments be made to numerous
other pieces of legislation (e.g. Planning Act, Nutrient Management Act, Water
Resources Act, etc.) to be consistent with SPP legislation. Where risk to human health
is the concern, SPP legislation should supercede other legislation and provincial or
municipal planning or permitting decisions should be consistent with the source
protection plan. Supportive standards, regulations, and guidelines are to be prepared.
Legislated recognition of watershed based SPPs and the roles of CAs will greatly
enhance the status of our watershed planning work and strengthen the effectiveness of
key implementation mechanisms. This recognition will demand improved
accountability on the part of CA staff to ensure state -of- the -art technical standards are
maintained and the resulting plans are defensible. Our continued commitment to
stakeholder involvement will be essential; the level of involvement will likely increase;
and there may be an increased need for conflict resolution expertise due to the
implications of the final SPP for existing and future land uses on private and public
lands.
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The provincial government has indicated its intent to draft the new SPP legislation by
Fall, 2003, and presumably the legislative amendments and guidelines will be
developed concurrently or shortly thereafter. It should be noted that this was not the
case with the technical guidelines intended to support the Oak Ridges Moraine
Conservation Plan, and the absence of the guidelines has led to confusion in
interpretation and inefficiencies. It is expected that there will be significant work for
TRCA staff, as well as other CA staff, in conducting reviews and providing input to this
SPP legislative process. In some cases, legal counsel may be needed to ensure the
implications to conservation authorities are understood.
The provincial government should be encouraged to proceed with the
development of source protection planning legislation, the timely delivery of
technical guidelines and standards, and coordination in the development of
guidelines with those being prepared in support of the Oak Ridges Moraine
Conservation Plan.
The province should be asked to reconvene the mufti-stakeholder technical
working group, including representatives from Conservation Ontario and the
Association of Municipalities of Ontario, for the purposes of developing the
guidelines and standards.
The provincial government should be asked to provide funding to Conservation
Ontario and individual conservation authorities in 2003 and 2004 to support their
efforts in reviewing the draft legislation, legislative amendments, guidelines, and
standards, and beginning to prepare for the proposed new mandate.
It is recommended that Conservation Ontario contract legal counsel to assist in
the review of draft legislation, in terms of specific implications and liabilities of
conservation authorities.
3. Time to Complete SPPs (Rec. 10)
The Report recommends that SPPs be initiated within two years of the passage of SPP
legislation and completed within five years. If legislation were passed early in 2004,
plans would have to be completed in the TRCA jurisdiction by 2009. However, in the
interests in coordinating the SPP with the development of watershed plans to meet the
Oak Ridges Moraine Act, TRCA would have to accelerate the work for the four ORM
watersheds, which must have plans completed by 2007. This timing is not anticipated
to pose a problem within TRCA, as many of the component studies are well underway.
We simply need to review and revise our watershed plan workplans and long term
budget forecasts accordingly and continue to coordinate these workplans with our
municipal partners. Availability of SPP technical guidelines would be necessary to meet
these more stringent timelines.
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4. New Responsibilities for CAs (Rec. 12, 17, 36 -38, 42, 52)
The report recommends that conservation authorities be the organization given
responsibility for co- ordinating the development of watershed -based source protection
plans wherever possible; ongoing review and update of the plan; and issuance of status
reports on SPP progress. CAs would also share roles with other agencies and
stakeholders in public education and dissemination of SPP information and
management and collection of SPP data.
As previously noted, this move will formalize a mandate for CAs as a participant in the
area of public health, which brings with it a significant increase in responsibility and
accountability. For TRCA, the role is a natural expansion of work we are already doing,
and offers an opportunity to strengthen our municipal and watershed community .
partnerships in watershed planning, regional watershed monitoring and reporting,
education, and stewardship and regeneration projects. While we should embrace the
opportunities presented by the expanded roles, we should also be aware of our
liabilities and due diligence practices implied under the newly proposed legislation.
As noted previously, it is recommended that Conservation Ontario seek legal
counsel in the review of the proposed new legislation and legislative
amendments to ensure that conservation authorities understand their liabilities.
5. New Funding Sources for CAs (Rec. 13); Financing Initial SPPs (Rec. 19)
Adequate resourcing of CAs in their new SPP role is recommended. The Advisory
Committee acknowledged that provincial funding support will be necessary to
jump -start all initial SPPs, considering that it will take some time before new sustainable
funding mechanisms can be established.
Although Conservation Ontario prepared some preliminary budget estimates of the cost
of preparing SPPs and supporting ongoing program maintenance, these estimates
should be updated as soon as possible in preparation for discussions with the province
on short and long term funding requirements. There are updated technical guidelines
available to some extent within the Advisory Committee report and the Conservation
Ontario discussion paper that can be used as a interim guide. Considering the legal
status of watershed -based SPPs, as compared to traditional watershed planning
exercises, budget estimates for SPP preparation should include provision for legal
services, enhanced level of stakeholder involvement, and the newly required expert
panel review. Ongoing SPP implementation costs should include provision for legal
counsel in the event that participation is required at appeal hearings.
TRCA staff should review its current watershed planning workplans and budgets,
including those being prepared to fulfill the Oak Ridges Moraine Act
requirements, and incorporate provision for any additional source protection
planning requirements and prepare budget estimates for delivering ongoing
source protection planning program support;
Conservation Ontario should be encouraged to update its province -wide
estimates of SPP funding requirements, including provision for legal counsel and
expert panel reviews in each SPP.
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6. Interim Risk Management Responsibilities (Rec. 17); Model SPP (Rec. 18)
The province, municipalities, and conservation authorities are to use their available
powers to manage potential threats to human health and drinking water, until SPPs are
approved and implemented. Conservation Ontario and the province are to provide a
model source protection plan that can be used as a guide.
Assuming SPP legislation is passed in 2004, SPPs may not be in place in all
watersheds for at least 3 -5 years. While the recommendation for interim risk
management is very practical and proactive, there needs to be clarification around the
specific responsibilities and definitions of "potential threats" and "high risk activities" to
ensure that CAs can demonstrate due diligence. Application of this approach would
also suggest the need for initial scoping of potential threats and drinking water source
vulnerabilities throughout the source protection planning area and a review of the CA's
"available powers" to identify interim risk management opportunities. Aspects of this
review should be considered as part of the model SPP. Funding requirements for this
initial scoping and legal review should also be considered.
In Tight of the anticipated new responsibilities in SPP and the requirement for interim risk
management, TRCA should review its own property management practices to ensure
that we are demonstrating sound source protection practices and /or establishing
programs to put such practices in place.
Conservation Ontario should request that the province provide clarification on
interim risk management responsibilities, as the legislation and guidelines are
developed.
Conservation Ontario, together with the province and AMO, should provide an
initial review of interim risk management opportunities, possibly as part of a
model SPP, that could serve as a basis for the development of standards and
guidelines.
TRCA staff should proceed to review TRCA's own operations and practices to
identify opportunities for using TRCA's "available powers" to begin to practice
interim risk management and demonstrate sound source protection practices.
7. Planning Areas (Rec. 21); SPP Committee (Rec. 22 -26)
For the purposes of preparing source protection plans, the Advisory Committee
recommended that southern Ontario be divided into 16 planning areas. The TRCA
jurisdiction is proposed as one area; its watersheds are not combined with any others.
Given the complexity of issues in our jurisdiction, it is likely that the nine individual
watersheds would represent the most practical scale for the preparation of SPPs and
coordination with ongoing watershed planning efforts. However, as discussed
previously under Interim Risk Management, it may be proactive to conduct the initial
scoping and preparation of an interim SPP for the whole jurisdiction.
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The report calls for the establishment of a Source Protection Planning Committee
(SPPC) for each area. The SPPC is to act as an advisory committee to the Full
Authority, and it is the Full Authority that recommends the final SPP to the Ministry of the
Environment for approval. Membership on the SPPC is to be a maximum of 18
members distributed as follows: one -third municipal representatives; one -third
provincial, First Nations, and federal representatives; and one -third local public health
and other stakeholders. The SPPC may establish working groups, providing another
opportunity for direct involvement of others in the plan.
A limit of 18 members on the SPPC may pose difficulties in the TRCA jurisdiction,
whether applied to the jurisdiction as a whole (i.e. the SPP planning area) or to
individual watersheds (i.e. watershed specific SPPCs), where there are numerous
stakeholders and both local and regional municipalities who would have active roles in
implementing the SPP recommendations. Use of this model would likely result in a "
ceremonial" SPPC consisting of only senior representatives, while the functional
working group would exist at the current watershed task force level where there is more
flexibility in the membership.
While there is merit in ensuring a balance of votes from the three sectors, there should
be flexibility in the number of members (e.g. by weighting votes from under - represented
sectors; rotating voting rights depending on watershed focus, etc.). TRCA has had
successful experiences in working with groups larger than 18.
Conservation Ontario should request the province to provide flexibility in the
SPPC model, particularly with respect to the maximum number of SPPC
members, and clarification on what constitutes "sufficient municipal support" (as
referenced in rec. 26).
TRCA staff should discuss local considerations regarding the SPPC model with
our watershed municipalities and advisory groups.
8. Expert Panel (Rec. 27); Consultation Process (Rec. 29)
An expert panel is to be established as a means of ensuring continuous improvement
and state -of- the -art source protection planning approaches. Minimum requirements for
a transparent consultation process will be specified.
TRCA already has extensive experience with expert peer review and local consultation.
Our current practices would appear to meet or exceed the anticipated requirements.
9. Content of the SPP (Rec. 31)
The Advisory Committee report sets out a list of SPP requirements. Additional work on
specific technical guidelines and standards was identified as further work, to be done.
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Many of the fundamental studies are already completed or well underway in the TRCA
jurisdiction, as part of the ongoing watershed planning work, regional water supply
studies, water quality improvement studies, or the provincially funded groundwater
protection studies, being carried out by the York -Peel- Durham - Toronto groundwater
partners and the Regions. The remaining work will mostly focus on analysis, integration
of this information into an overall watershed understanding, and the development of
effective management recommendations. Workplans for the preparation of watershed
plans to meet the ORMCP are well underway; these can form a basis for the addition of
source protection planning components. As previously noted, technical guidelines
should be prepared in a timely fashion to enable adequate lead time for multi -year work
plans and budget preparations. Clarification is needed, for example, on the application
of fate of contaminants models (i.e. for the whole watershed ?) and uncertainty in these
models should also be acknowledged.
10. Approval Process for the SPP (Rec. 32)
The province (MOE) is to approve the SPP, and define in the SPP legislation the criteria
and process for approval.
Conservation Ontario should ensure that the province establish time lines for its
internal review and approval process of SPPs.
11. Toward Implementation (Rec. 33 -35)
The report identifies a need for additional consultation and development in the areas of
SPP implementation, ongoing planning, and funding mechanisms.
Conservation Ontario should continue to advocate the need for long term
sustainable funding sources for SPP updates and implementation.
12. Public Consultation and Education (Rec. 42)
The province, CAs, municipalities, and other stakeholders are to share in the
dissemination of information.
The province should take the lead in preparing generic educational materials that
can be adapted locally.
13. Risk Management Strategies (Rec. 43-46)
This set of recommendations calls for the province to establish definitions for threats
and risks and approaches for risk assessment. The report calls on the province to
undertake the development of this technical guidance within six months of the receipt of
the report.
This section is key to the completion of many other aspects of source protection
planning, including the technical guidelines, scale and scope of studies, and
implications for legislation and standards. As this area is very new and very technically
oriented, training sessions would be beneficial.
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The province should be encouraged to proceed with the development of risk
management standards and guidelines and offer training sessions for
practitioners.
14. Monitoring and Information Management (Rec. 49 -54)
The set of recommendations outlines roles and responsibilities for data collection and
management.
TRCA's Regional Watershed Monitoring Network and Watershed Report Cards provide
a good basis for the monitoring and reporting needs of source protection planning.
Those initiatives, together with the data base management model developed under the
York -Peel- Durham - Toronto groundwater partnership, could serve as examples for
broader application in other jurisdictions.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
1. Forward a copy of this report to Conservation Ontario, as input to their consolidated CA
response to the Province on the proposed SPP Framework.
2. Discuss the comments and considerations outlined in this report with Conservation
Ontario, local and regional municipal staff in the TRCA jurisdiction and the watershed
communities.
3. Review SPP requirements and priorities on a jurisdiction -wide and watershed - specific
basis to identify where the ongoing workplans need to be expanded or new workplans
developed. Workplans for the preparation of watershed plans to meet the ORMCP are
well underway. Develop detailed budget estimates for the completion of the initial
SPPs.
4. Proceed with a review of TRCA operations (i.e. development services, environmental
services, education, property management, etc.) to identify opportunities for using
TRCA's "available powers" to begin to manage potential threats to drinking water
sources until SPPs are prepared and approved.
Report prepared by: Sonya Meek, extension 5253
Date: May 13, 2003
RES. #A103/03 - STRATEGIC PLAN DRAFT FRAMEWORK
Outline of the proposed Strategic Plan for The Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority (TRCA) and amendments to the Advisory Boards.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Rob Ford
Linda Pabst
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THAT the staff be directed to complete the Strategic Plan In accordance with the
following outline and present it to the Authority for approval In the fall of 2003;
AND FURTHER THAT effective for the Advisory Board meetings commencing in
September, 2003 that the "Finance and Business Development Advisory Board" be
renamed the "Business Excellence Advisory Board" and the "Public Use Advisory Board"
be renamed the "Sustainable Communities Advisory Board" and that the scope and
nature of staff reports to the respective boards be adjusted accordingly.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Over the past 18 months, the staff has undertaken a comprehensive review of the challenges
and opportunities facing the TRCA, its member municipalities and communities in the decade
ahead. Extensive consultations have occurred both internally and externally, including two
workshop sessions with Authority members in January and April this year. While consultations
are continuing and a number of pilot programs are underway to assess and verify the
assumptions which underlie the strategic proposals, the following summary of strategic
directions has emerged. Staff is currently finalizing the next 5 year business plan based on
many of these strategic directions, and the business plan will be presented to the members in
June as the basis for the budget process which will begin shortly for 2004.
It is proposed that the Strategic Plan to be completed later this year will be produced in 2
formats. One version will be a more extensive document dealing with the history of TRCA, the
context for current strategic directions, a summary of consultations, assumptions for the future,
an examination of the challenges to be faced in pursuit of the Vision, the Values and Principles
of the TRCA (drawn largely from the Earth Charter), the strategic positioning of the TRCA with
respect to other public sector initiatives, the resulting plan for relevance across all of the
TRCA's service areas, followed by the strategic goals and detailed implementation plans for a
10 year period. This format of the document will provide a valuable documentation of the
evolution of the organization and provide a detailed assessment of the rationale behind the
Strategic Plan. It will be an important staff orientation tool as well as the basis for the
preparation and evaluation of multi -year business plans which will be produced as part of the
annual budget cycle.
The second format of the Strategic Plan will be much more concise and be prepared for a
wider general audience in the style of many of the municipal strategic plans. It is proposed to
be structured as follows:
THE LIVING CITY
The Strategic Plan for the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
Vision
The quality of life on Earth is being determined in the rapidly expanding city regions. Our
vision is for a new kind of community, the Living City, where human settlement can ,flourish
forever as part of nature's beauty and diversity.
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Mission
Our mission is to work with our partners to ensure that The Living City is built upon a natural
foundation of healthy rivers and shorelines, green space and bio- diversity, and sustainable
communities.
Objectives
1. Healthy Rivers and Shorelines
To restore the integrity and health of the regions rivers and waters from the headwaters in
the Oak Ridges Moraine, throughout each of the nin watersheds in TRCA's jurisdiction, to
the Toronto waterfront on Lake Ontario
2. Regional Biodiversity - .
To protect-and restore a regional system of natural areasAiat providehabitat for, plants and
animal ,species; improve air quality and provide opportunities for-the enjoyment of nature
and recreation. - , 1 , ,
3. Sustainable Communities ,
' To facilitate broad community understanding, dialogue and, action toward integrated ,
,approaches-to sustainable living and city,buildin "g 'that improves the quality of life for
. residents, businesses and nature. , _', `� - -
4. Business Excellence '
To pursue continuous improvement in the development and delivery of all programs
through creative partnerships, divers funding',s'ources and careful auditing of outcomes and
effectiveness.
STRATEGIC DIRECTIONS
Outcomes
• 'Engaged 40,000 residents in environmental restoration activities across their watersheds
• . Complete protection and restoration strategies for all watersheds and the waterfront
• Publish a regional environmental report card and distribute to all residents of greater
Toronto
• Source protection plans are completed _
• Monitoring program expanded to include indicators of well -being (social and economic)
Outcomes
• Secure 3,000 acres of land through acquisitions and,easements
• Plant 1,500,000 trees and shrubs to create 1500 acres of forest habitat
• Complete the survey of 85% of all natural habitats across greater Toronto
• Construct 100km of trails
• Natural heritage system for greater Toronto entrenched in 'municipal official plans
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Outcomes
• Provide outdoor education and outreach to 1,000,000 students
• Publish a sustainability report card and distribute to all residents of greater Toronto (the
environment report card would be a component of the sustainability report card)
• Retrofit the visitor centre at Kortright as the new Living City Centre
• Create the GTA Quest for The Living City as an interactive planning and education tool at
the Living City Centre
• Achieve a measurable reduction in energy use in municipalities across greater Toronto.
• Achieve a measurable increase in companies using renewable energy
• The first super sustainable school built
• Program of collaboration with the development industry to facilitate sharing of knowledge
and technology around sustainable practices
Outcomes `;
• Leveraging others
• Solid, consistent revenue supported by business plans, sales and marketing strategies
• Increased Provincial /Federal funding
• Outcome - oriented with clear measurables
• Business excellence Advisory Board
• Substantial increase in Foundation dollars
• Increasing water rate funding
MEASURING AND EVALUATION OUTCOMES
This section will set out the indicators to be used to evaluate progress and the monitoring and
reporting mechanisms to track effectiveness. These indicators are presently being explored
based on numerous international, national, and local initiatives.
For Information contact: Craig Mather, 416- 667 -6289
Brian Denney, 416- 667 -6290
Date: May 13, 2003
COMMITTE OF THE WHOLE
RES. #A104/03
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Anthony Ketchum
Maria Augimeri
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THAT the Committee move into closed session to discuss item 7.4 - Revised Project for
the Etobicoke Motel Strip Waterfront Park.
CARRIED
ARISE AND REPORT
RES. #A105 /03
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Lorna Bissell
Linda Pabst
THAT the Committee arise and report from closed session.
CARRIED
RES. #A106 /03 - REVISED PROJECT FOR THE ETOBICOKE MOTEL STRIP
WATERFRONT PARK
Red Carpet Property Decision relating to the litigation against TRCA and
the Province by Red Carpet.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
THAT in- camera item 7.4 - Revised Project for the Etobicoke Motel Strip Waterfront Park
be approved;
AND FURTHER THAT the resolution remain in- camera until such time as the item has
been resolved.
CARRIED
RES. #A107 /03 YORK UNIVERSITY AGREEMENT
Lease of Former Dalziel Property, Black Creek Pioneer Village. Approval
to enter into a lease of the former Dalziel property, Black Creek Pioneer
Village, to York University for its proposed Institute for Historical
Research.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Rob Ford
Linda Pabst
THAT the Authority approve entering into a lease with York University for the lease of the
former Dalziel property at Black Creek Pioneer Village to be used as the research centre
for the Institute for Historical Research;
THAT the lease be subject to negotiation of terms and conditions satisfactory to the
Authority staff and its legal advisers including Provincial approval and any necessary
municipal approvals;
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THAT staff be directed to complete the lease arrangement including the signing of
necessary documents in accordance with Authority policies;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report to the Public Use Advisory Board on the status of the
Project as it proceeds.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
On January 11, 2002 TRCA approved RES. #A273/01 authorizing staff to explore links between
Black Creek Pioneer Village and York University's proposed Institute for Historical Research,
including the feasibility of developing the Dalziel property as a location for the Institute. Staff is
pleased to report to the Authority that there has been excellent progress to date, and is
seeking approval in principal to proceed with the lease arrangement..
York University has advanced the concept through its internal structure, and the proposed
Institute for Historical Research is currently one of the University's largest fund raising projects,
at an estimated $30 to $40 million over 5 years. It is now proceeding with a major grant
application ($10 million) to the Canadian Foundation for Innovation and, at this stage requires
TRCA approval in principal to enter into a lease of the relevant lands and facilities. If the grant
is awarded, the project will be implemented over a 5 year period, beginning March 2004.
Included in the project are plans involving Black Creek Pioneer Village and TRCA. This project
includes a tenancy arrangement with York University for the Dalziel House, use of the BCPV
Visitors Centre for conferences and symposium, potential use of the proposed Event Pavilion,
and synergies between BCPV and York with respect to research, program development, and
opportunity to participate in the governing board of the Institute.
The key issue at this stage is commitment by TRCA to develop a plan with York University for
tenancy of the Dalziel House. The Dalziel House would be one of three locations for Institute
research facilities, and the only one located off- campus. York University is prepared to invest
in substantial improvements to this TRCA owned structure in order to accommodate the needs
of the Institute, contingent on successful award of the CFI grant. York is also including in its
CFI grant a proposal to acquire high tech audio /visual equipment for use in the Black Creek
Pioneer Village theater in the Visitors Centre and for general use as well as for York.
Linking BCPV with York University as a partner in this high profile project creates unique
opportunities to increase BCPV's standing in the heritage field. It has potential to provide a
investment for adaptive reuse of a heritage building at risk, and broader partnership with a
major educational institution.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
TRCA will work with York in coming months to determine feasibility and costs for the project.
The University representatives understand the need to prepare estimates of the cost of the
improvements. There has been discussion of interim funding to facilitate the feasibility
analysis.
Report prepared by: Jim Dillane, extension 6292
For Information contact: Jim Dillane, extension 6292, Marty Brent extension 5403
Date: May 14, 2003
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RES. #A108 /03 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION
PROJECT, 2001 -2005
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River
Watershed. Leland Paton, CFN 34281. Acquisition of a conservation
easement, located west of the 8th Concession Road, north of Sideroad
16, Township of King, Regional Municipality of York, in the Humber River
Watershed.
(Executive Res. #834/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Peter Milczyn
THAT a conservation easement for the protection of the environmental features and
functions containing 4.27 hectares (10.55 acres), more or Tess, consisting of an irregular
shaped parcel of land be purchased from Leland Paton, said land being Part of Lot 18,
Concession 8 and designated as Part 3 on a plan of survey prepared by E. R. Garden
Limited, Ontario Land Surveyor, under their project number 02- 2891A, Township of King,
Regional Municipality of York, west of the 8th Concession Road, north of Sideroad 16;
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 & 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. #A109 /03 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION
PROJECT, 2001 -2005
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
Peter and Helen Nikolakakos, CFN 31512. Acquisition of the rear portion
of a parcel of land located at 43 Mayall Avenue in the City of Toronto
(former City of North York), under the "Natural Heritage Lands Protection
& Acquisition Project 2001 - 2005 ", Floodplain and Conservation
Component, Humber Creek Watershed.
(Executive Res. #B35/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Peter Milczyn
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THAT 0.059 hectares (0.146 acres) more or less, consisting of an Irregular shaped parcel
of vacant land be purchased from Peter and Helen Nikolakakos, said land being Part of
Lot 172, Registered Plan 3855, City of Toronto (former City of North York);
THAT the purchase price be $26,000.00, with the Authority being responsible for
reasonable legal fees and the cost of constructing a 48" chain -link fence between the
subject property and Vendor's retained lands;
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 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. #A110/03 - REQUEST FOR LEASE AND RESTORATION OF THE FORMER
PEARCE RESIDENCE, 2262 MEADOWVALE ROAD, IN THE CITY OF
TORONTO
The Authority is in receipt of a proposal from the Friends of the Rouge, to
lease and restore the historic dwelling, located at 2262 Meadowvale
Road, City of Toronto and to use the building as their office.
(Executive Res. #B36/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Peter Milczyn
THAT the request for the lease and restoration of the Former Pearce Residence, 2262
Meadowvale Road, City of Toronto, to The Friends of.the Rouge be approved subject to
completion of a lease agreement satisfactory to the Authority staff and solicitor;
THAT staff be directed to take such action as may be necessary to complete the lease
agreement Including signing of documents;
AND FURTHER THAT the Rouge Park Alliance be advised of the Authority decision.
CARRIED
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RES. #A111 /03 - SALARY AND WAGE ADJUSTMENTS
Director's and the Chief Administrative Officer /Secretary- Treasurer. To
resolve some pay equity and salary compensation issues.
(Finance Res. #09/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bas Balkissoon
Irene Jones
THAT Range 14 and 15 of the Salary/Wage Schedule be adjusted so that the salary
ranges for the Director and Chief Administrative Officer / Secretary- Treasurer positions of
the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority be amended respectively as follows:
Range 14 $92,000 $102,000 $112,000
Range 15 $110,000 $119,000 $128,000.
SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
RES. #A112 /03 - SECTION 11- ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Lorna Bissell
Irene Jones
CARRIED
THAT Ontario Regulation 158 items 8.4.1 - 8.4.24, inclusive, contained in Section 11 of
Executive Committee Minutes #4/03, held on May 2, 2003, be received.
RES. #A113 /03 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ila Bossons
Bas Balkissoon
CARRIED
THAT Section I1 items 8.5 - 8.11, with the exception of 8.8 - Don River Watershed
Hydrology Update, contained in Section 11 of Executive Committee Minutes #4/03, held
on May 2, 2003, be received.
CARRIED
Section II Items - 8.5 - 8.11. with the exception of 8.8
FLOODPLAIN MAPPING SCANNING AND VECTORIZATION PROJECT FOR THE DON RIVER
(SOUTH OF STEELES AVE.) AND DUFFINS CREEK WATERSHEDS
(Executive Res. #840/03)
HSP -F MODEL REFINEMENT FOR THE ROUGE RIVER AND HIGHLAND CREEK
WATERSHEDS
(Executive Res. #B41 /03)
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INSTALLATION OF COMMUNICATION DUCT NETWORK - CENTRE FOR SUSTAINABLE
LIVING AT KORTRIGHT
(Executive Res. #B42/03)
TERRESTRIAL NATURAL HERITAGE PROGRAM
(Executive Res. #844/03)
MARINE ARCHAEOLOGY SERVICES FOR THE PORT UNION WATERFRONT IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT
(Executive Res. #B45/03)
REQUEST TO DEPOSIT SURPLUS TOPSOIL ON FUTURE ROUGE PARK LAND
(Executive Res. #B46/03)
RES. #A114/03 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ila Bossons
Irene Jones
THAT Section II item 8.8 - Don River Watershed Hydrology Update, contained in Section 1I
of Executive Committee Minutes #4/03, held on May 2, 2003, be received.
,TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11:47 a.m., on Friday, May 16, 2003.
Dick O'Brien
Chair
/ks
CARRIED
J. Craig Mather
Secretary- Treasurer
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eTHE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #5/03
June 27, 2003
The Authority Meeting #5/03, was held in the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village,
on Friday, June 27, 2003. The Chair Dick O'Brien, called the meeting to order at 10:14
a.m.
PRESENT
Maria Augimeri Member
Bas Balkissoon Member
David Barrow Member
IIa Bossons Member
Raymond Cho Member
Michael Di Biase Member
Rob Ford 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
Bill O'Donnell Member
Linda Pabst Member
Joe Pantalone Member
Frank Scarpitti Member
Sherene Shaw Member
Ian Sinclair Member
Tanny Wells Member
REGRETS
Lorna Bissell Member
Susan DiMarco Member
Cliff Gyles Member
Peter Milczyn Member
Ron Moeser Member
Maja Prentice Member
Dave Ryan Member
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RES. #115/03 - MINUTES
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Jim McMaster
Linda Pabst
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #4/03, held on May 16, 2003, be approved.
DELEGATIONS
CARRIED
(a) Mr. David Edwards, RR #2 Caledon East, speaking in regards to Arlington Homes
Subdivision, Rolling Meadow Drive, Caledon.
RES. #A116 /03 - DELEGATIONS
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Jim McMaster
Anthony Ketchum
THAT above -noted delegation (a) be heard and received.
CARRIED
PRESENTATIONS
(a) A presentation by Larry Field, Waterfront Specialist, TRCA, in regards to the Arsenal
Lands Project.
(b) A presentation by Anthony Ketchum, Authority Member, in regards to Looking at The
Living City Concepts beyond the GTA, Schumacher College, Devon, England.
(c) A presentation by Brian Denney, CAO, TRCA, in regards to item 9.1 - Business Plan
2003 - 2007
RES. #A117 /03 - PRESENTATIONS
Moved by: Maria Augimeri
Seconded by: Irene Jones
THAT above -noted presentations (a) - (c) be heard and received.
CARRIED
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CORRESPONDENCE
(a) A letter dated May 8, 2003 from Lois Griffin, Chair, Humber Watershed Alliance, in
regards to the Proposed Pine Valley Drive Link.
(b) A letter dated June 23, 2003, from Frank Klees, Minister of Transportation, in regards to
the EA Team on the GTA North Transportation Corridor appearing before the Authority.
RES. #A118/03 - CORRESPONDENCE
Moved ,by:
Seconded by:
Joe Pantalone
Bas Balkissoon
THAT above -noted correspondence (a) and (b) be received.
CARRIED
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CORRESPONDENCE (A)
Humber
River
May 8, 2003
HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE
Chair and Members of The Toronto
and Region Conservation Authority
5 Shoreham Drive
Downsview, ON
M3N 1S4
Dear Chair and Members:
Re: Proposed Pine Valley Drive Link
I am writing on behalf of the Humber Watershed Alliance regarding the Pine Valley Extension.
Attached please find a copy of a letter sent to the City of Vaughan regarding this matter.
At the Humber Watershed Alliance meeting of April 15, 2003, it was noted that in March 2001,
the TRCA adopted a resolution requesting the City of Vaughan to consider other alternatives
that would not impact Boyd conservation Area. In June, 2002, TRCA staff reiterated the position
that this matter should be considered through an individual Environmental Assessment.
We urge the TRCA to continue its strong stand on this matter and to reiterate to the City of
Vaughan your concern that this proposal will have major environmental impacts on the Boyd
Conservation Area.
Yours truly,
Lois Griffin, Chair
Humber Watershed Alliance
/L.
Encl.
cc: City of Vaughan, Mayor and Members of Council
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CORRESPONDENCE (B)
Ministry of
Transportation
(Ace of the Milliner
Ferguson Stock 3rd Floor
77 Welesley St. west
Toronto. Ontario
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(x16)329 -8300
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June 23, 2003
M 1ntagre des
Transports
Bureau du minlae*
Edifoe Ferguson, 3° (tags •
77. rut Wellesley west
Toronto (Ontario)
M7A 126
(418) 327-9200
www.mtagovon,ce
Mr. Dick O'$rien
Chair, Toronto Region Conservation Authority
5 Shoreham Drive
Downsview, Ontario
M3N 1S4
Canada
Dear Mr. O'Brien:
Thank you for the invitation to meet with you and the Board of the Toronto Region Conservation
Authority, regarding the GTA North Transportation Cotridor,.previousiy referred to as the 427
Extension Transportation Corridor. _
The Ontario government has taken a Lead role in promoting a balanced and integrated
transportation network in support of Ontario's Smart Growth principles of promoting a clean and
healthy environment, building strong communities and sustaining a strong economy.
It is projected that in Simcoe County, York and Peel Regions, there will be an increase in
population of 1.6 million people. In view of this Increase of population and the increase of
commutes, commercial, totuitun and vacation travel in the area, major transportation
improvements will be required in transit, rail and toads.
The proposed new transportation corridor is part of a broad multi -modal transportation strategy
for Central Ontario. On June 12, 2003, the government announced the next step in a
comprehensive strategy to tackle gridlock by creating a balanced and integrated transportation
network. Through the $645 million-strategy, the Eves government is tiding to the Central
Ontario Smart Growth Panel's recommendation for expanded inter - regional transit, enhanced
trade corridors and more efficient movement of goods and people.
Part of the Province's announced transit strategy inoludes the extension of GO Rail eervice from
Bradford to Barrie. MTO has also initiated a Transit Opportunities Study to assess the potential
for dedicated transit facilities in existing 400 series highway corridor and new transportation
corridors including the proposed GTA North Transportation Corridor. Transit and rail
improvements alone, however, cannot address the future growth of travel in the area.
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Through the course of the EA ToR for the OTA North Transportation Corridor, we have an
ongoing consultation process with motory agencies, municipalities, and the public that
provides opportunities for comment, advice and technical input It is my understanding that staff
of the Toronto Region Conservation Authority are participate on our Municipal Advisory Group
and Stakeholder Advisory Group and have met with MTO staff to discuss Oak Ridges Moraine
matters. We greatly appreciate their efforts.
Let me assure you that my ministry is cormitted to addressing all requirements Of the Oak Ridges
Moraine Conservation Act and proposed Plan, including developing and applying best practices to
minimize impacts on environmental features.
We art cwrenttyconsulting on the need for the proposed new corridor, transportation alternatives
and the proposed EA Study Area. In view of the input received to date, the M . nanny of
Transportation wishes more trine to review comments as well as provide sufficient time for
additional comment by municipalmes, agencies, stakeholders and the general public on the
revised transportation needs assessment report and draft EA Terms of Reference. I look forward
to your comments when the documentation is released.
•
The nett round of Public Information Centres will notes held until Fall 2003, to avoid the
wanner months and ensure adequate time for public review of the douwnentation, Notices will
be given in advance of the next round of Public information Centres via the web -site, atakeholder
letters and newspaper ads. MTO will be providing the revised transportation needs assessmneart
study and BA Tents of Reference on the project web -site and in local libraries listed for public
review and comment
The needs assessment report and the draft EA Terms of Reference will then again be revised
based on the comments received before and, after the pall Public Information Centres. Once
finalized, MTO will submit the EA To report to the Minister-of the Environment for approval.
If approved, the $A Route Location Study will than evaluate all route options within the shady
area in teams of environmental, economic and social impacts, in order to determine a preferred
1 suggest that We plan to meet in the fall, a:oihcident with the next tetrad of Public Inforanetion
Centres. I will ask my staff to arrange meting or September or October. _ -
A.gain, M thank you for -the continued ei%rts of your staff in working with MTO on this:important
initiative.
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SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION
RES. #A119/03 - RIZMI HOLDING LIMITED AGGREGATE APPLICATION AND
ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD APPEALS
Oak Ridges Moraine, Don River Watershed, Part of Lot 30, Concession 2,
City of Vaughan, East Side of Dufferin Street, Midway Between
King - Vaughan Line Townline and Teston Road. Authorization to
participate in the Motion to Leave to Divisional Court to appeal the
decision of the Ontario Municipal Board relating to the applicability of the
Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Act and Plan to the aggregate
application.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Suzan Hall
Tanny Wells
THAT Authorization be granted for the TRCA to participate in the Motion for Leave to the
Divisional Court to appeal the Decision /Order No. 0581of the Ontario Municipal Board
relating to the applicability of the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Act and Plan to the
aggregate application;
THAT a letter to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing be prepared from the Chief
Administrative Officer of the TRCA requesting the Minister to use his powers under the
ORMCA to resolve the dispute;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to explore opportunities to reduce costs and share
legal representation with the City of Vaughan on these matters.
BACKGROUND CARRIED
The Rizmi Holdings Limited and Lucia Milani lands are located within the headwaters of the
Don River Watershed, on the Oak Ridges Moraine, and contain portions of the McGill area ESA
which is also a Life Science Area of Natural and Scientific Interest (ANSI) as identified by the
Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR). The owner of these lands has historically extracted
aggregate (sand) from portions of the site and is currently pursuing an Aggregate License from
the MNR for further extraction, also on portion of the site. In light of the conflict between OPA
600 policies and schedules and the owners objectives for the site, she is appealing portions of
the plan; specifically, environmental designations.
Planning Matters
On November 1, 2002 the Water Management Advisory Board adopted Resolution # B137/02
as follows:
THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY 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;
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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.
On September 26, 1997 the Authority adopted resolution #A205/97 as follows:
THAT staff be authorized to represent Authority interests before the Ontario Municipal
Board Hearing on the referrals related to the City of Vaughan Official Plan;
THAT the firm of Gardiner, Roberts be retained to provide legal representation for the
Authority at the Ontario Municipal Board hearing related to these planning applications;
AND FURTHER THAT staff continue to pursue the resolution of Authority issues in
cooperation with relevant parties and /or participants prior to the Hearing.
The appeals referred to in this resolution included an appeal by Lucia Milani for Rizmi Holdings
Limited to various environmental policies and designations in OPA 400 as they related to her
lands.
Official Plan Amendment (OPA) 600 is the new City of Vaughan Official Plan, successor to OPA
400, resulting from the 5 year review. Rizmi Holdings appeals to OPA 600 are comparable to
those made in 1995 to OPA 400 which were never addressed before the OMB.
Additionally, the City of Vaughan initiated a zoning by -law amendment for these lands to reflect
the environmental features on site. This application has also been referred to the OMB by the
land owner.
Aggregate Application
Concurrent with the planning appeals, Rizmi Holdings Limited has been pursuing a Extraction
License under the Aggregate Resources Act for portions of the same lands. At Authority
Meeting #8/00, held September 29, 2000, the Authority passed resolution #A202/00 as
follows:
/THAT the Ministry of Natural Resources and the applicant be advised that The Toronto &
Region Conservation Authority maintains its objection to the application made by Rizmi
Holdings Limited under the Aggregate Resources Act, for the reasons set out in the staff
report related thereto;
AND FURTHER THAT the City of Vaughan, Region of York, Ministry of Municipal Affairs,
and the Ontario Municipal Board be so advised
The Aggregate Resources Act application has been referred to the OMB by the Ministry of
Natural Resources due to significant outstanding objectors.
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The positions taken by the Authority are based on the environmental significance and
sensitivity of the lands subject to these matters. Disturbance to this site could result in loss of
habitat cover, Toss of area sensitive and forest interior species, displacement of regionally rare
plant species and reduced connectivity.
RATIONALE
At a Prehearing Conference on April 28th, the City of Vaughan, York Region and the TRCA
brought a joint motion before the Ontario Municipal Board for:
(1) an Order of the Board determining that the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Act and the
Plan apply to the matters before the Board; and
(2) an Order dismissing the appeal of City of Vaughan Zoning By -law 327 -2000, or in
alternative, adjourning the matter sine die (pending final approval by the Minister of
Municipal Affairs and Housing of ROPA 41, in which York Region adopted the Plan,
pursuant to the Act.
The argument put forth by the lawyers representing the City, Region and TRCA was that the
transition provisions of the Act upon which Rizmi is entitled to rely are specific and limited such
that the proposed application is prohibited by the Act. On May 6, 2003, the OMB issued its
decision and denied the motion. The City of Vaughan gave direction to their legal counsel to
file a Notice of Motion to Leave to the Divisional Court on May 21, 2003. This appeal was filed
jointly with the City, the Region and the TRCA. Our lawyer consulted with TRCA staff and due
to the court's timing of such appeals, a decision was made to include the TRCA as party to the
appeal, subject to future authorization from our Board.
At the Prehearing on June 10, 2003 the TRCA, the City and the Region successfully argued that
the OMB Hearing should be deferred until after the matter is dealt with at Divisional Court. The
matter will be scheduled to be heard on July 17th and a decision from Divisional Court is
normally issued approximately 2 weeks after the court date. The original Hearing date of
August 5, 2003 has been adjourned in order to allow time for the Leave Application to be
heard. A further Prehearing has been scheduled for August 18, 2003.
Both the Region of York and the City of Vaughan staff have received direction from their
Councils to proceed with the appeal to Divisional Court. In addition to participating in the
Motion for Leave to Appeal, the Region of York and the City of Vaughan will be sending a letter
to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing requesting the Minister to use his powers
under the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Act to resolve the dispute. The Region and
Vaughan have requested that TRCA seek a similar resolution from our Board. To reduce costs
to the Authority regarding this matter, all efforts will be made to share legal representation with
the City of Vaughan.
Report prepared by: Laurie Nelson, extension 5281
For Information contact: Laurie Nelson, extension 5281
Date: June 24, 2003
Attachments: 1
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Attachment 1
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RES. #A120/03 - DESIGNATION OF HERITAGE BUILDINGS WITHIN THE ROUGE
CORRIDOR
The Town of Markham has proceeded with an intention to designate
under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act land and buildings to be
transferred from Ontario Realty Corporation to the Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority and the Town of Markham for Rouge Park
purposes. The Rouge Park Alliance has requested TRCA's support in
requesting that the Town of Markham defer or withdraw these
designations until such time as the necessary information has been
received to properly evaluate what is been designated and the
implications and responsibilities relating to these designations.
Suzan Hall
Tanny Wells
Moved by:
Seconded by:
THAT the Town of Markham be requested to defer or withdraw until September, 2003, the
Intention to designate land and buildings under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act until
such time as TRCA and the Rouge Park Alliance have been provided with the necessary
information to properly evaluate what has been designated and the implications and
responsibilities of TRCA, as the future owner of these buildings;
AND FURTHER THAT should the Town of Markham not defer or withdraw these
designation prior to July 3, 2003, staff be directed to serve the Town of Markham with a
Notice of Objection to the designations.
BACKGROUND CARRIED
The Rouge Park Alliance at its meeting #3/03 held on June 20, 2003 adopted the following
resolution #41/03:
THAT the Rouge Park Alliance direct staff to contact the Town of Markham and request the
deferral or withdrawal until September, 2003 of the intention to designate land and buildings
under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, until such time as the Natural and Cultural Heritage
Committee of the Rouge Park Alliance has been provided with the necessary information to
properly evaluate what has been designated and the implications and responsibilities on the
Alliance related to the designations;
AND THAT should the Town of Markham not defer or withdraw these designations prior to
July 3, 2003, staff be directed to serve the Town of Markham a Notice of Objection to the
designations;
AND FURTHER THAT the Rouge Park Alliance request that the Ontario Realty Corporation
and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority submit a Notice of Objection with respect
to the proposed designations, should the Town of Markham not defer or withdraw these
designation.
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The buildings that Markham is proposing to designate are located on lands that the Ontario
Realty Corporation is in the process of conveying to the Town of Markham and TRCA for
Rouge Park purposes. The Rouge Park Alliance will receive the net rental revenue from the
lands being conveyed to TRCA.
It is unclear at this time what the implications for the TRCA might be if the properties are
designated under the Ontario Heritage Act. It is also unclear from the Notice of Intention to
Designate what exactly Markham is proposing to designate. Recently the Ontario Heritage Act
was modified removing the requirement that the Ontario Municipal Board approve the by -laws
associated with designation where there are no objections.
Since the designation process has been initiated, we are left with no other means than
objection at this time unless the Town of Markham is willing to defer or withdraw the intention
to designate. Once all of the parties concerned have been better informed of the implications
and become comfortable with them the objection may be withdrawn.
Report prepared by: Mike Fenning, extension 5223
For Information contact: Ron Dewell, extension 5245
Mike Fenning, extension 5223
Date: June 24, 2003
RES. #A121/03 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION
PROJECT 2001 -2005
Flood Plain and Conservation Component / Don River Watershed
K.P. Isberg Construction Inc., CFN 34357. Purchase of property located
at 49 Country Lane within subdivision 55T- 02502, City of Toronto
(Midtown Community Council Area), under the "Natural Heritage Lands
Protection and Acquisition Project 2001- 2005" Flood Plain and
Conservation Component, Don River Watershed.
(Executive Res. #B50/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Irene Jones
David Barrow
THAT 0.38 hectares (0.93 acres), more or Tess, of vacant land be purchased from K.P.
Isberg-Construction Inc., being Part of Lot 8, Concession 2 EYS and designated as Block
6 on a draft Plan of Subdivision prepared by Anton Kikas Ltd., Ontario Land Surveyors
under their Job No. 02-41, City of Toronto (Midtown Community Council Area), 49
Country Lane;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT the Authority receive conveyance of the land required free from encumbrance,
subject to existing service easements;
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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. #A122/03 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION
PROJECT 2001 -2005
Flood Plain and Conservation Component / Carruthers Creek Watershed
Runnymede Somerset Ltd., CFN 34362. Purchase of property located
east of Shoal Point Road, north of Warwick Avenue, Town of Ajax,
Regional Municipality of Durham, under the "Natural Heritage Lands
Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 - 2005" Flood Plain and
Conservation Component, Carruthers Creek Watershed.
(Executive Res. #B51 /03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Irene Jones
David Barrow
THAT 12.0 hectares (29.6 acres), more or less, of vacant land be purchased from
Runnymede Somerset Ltd., being Part of Lot 3, Broken Front Concession and designated
as Block 8 on a draft Plan of Subdivision prepared by Donevan Fleischmann Petrich Ltd.,
Ontario Land Surveyors under their Job No. 2001 - 267-4, together with an easement for
access purposes across the adjoining Block 7 (stormwater management block), Town of
Ajax, Regional Municipality of Durham, located east of Shoal Point Road, north of
Warwick Avenue;
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
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RES. #A123 /03 - REQUEST FOR APPROVAL IN PRINCIPLE FOR A PERMANENT
EASEMENT, ON FORMER MTO LANDS, MIMICO CREEK
The Authority is in receipt of a request from Transport Canada for
approval in principle for a permanent easement for the construction,
operations and maintenance of a rail line for the proposed Air Rail Link
between Union Station and The Lester B. Pearson International Airport,
on the former MTO lands, City of Mississauga, Mimico Creek Watershed.
CFN 33283.
(Executive Res. #B52/03 & Res. #853/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Irene Jones
David Barrow
THAT the request for approval in principle for a permanent easement, for the
construction, operations and maintenance of a rail line for the proposed Air Rail Line
between Union Station and The Lester B. Pearson International Airport, on the former
MTO lands in the vicinity of Goreway Drive and Zahavy Way, City of Mississauga, to
Transport Canada or their designate as determined through their request for business
case response;
THAT, subject to the other provisions herein, the easement be subject to the terms and
conditions outlined in a draft letter of undertaking negotiated with Transport Canada;
THAT staff be directed to continue to negotiate the easement in accordance with
Authority policies;
THAT staff report to the Board on the terms and conditions of the proposed easement at
the appropriate time for approval by the Board;
AND FURTHER THAT the report be referred to the Etobicoke- Mimico Watersheds
Coalition for their information.
CARRIED
RES. #A124 /03 - BUSINESS PLAN 2003 - 2007
Summary and 2004 Budget Issues Presents a summary of the 2003 -
2007 Business Plan and key issues to be faced as part of the 2004
budget process.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Maria Augimeri
Irene Jones
THAT the report dated May 30, 2003, and the summary of the 2003 - 2007 Business Plan
be referred to the Authority for Its consideration on June 27, 2003;
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THAT staff, together with the respective Authority Members, be directed to meet with
representatives of the Authority's participating municipalities and where appropriate, the
area municipalities within the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA)
jurisdiction, to discuss key revenue issues, particularly those relating to water revenues
and development services fees;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report to the Finance and Business Development Advisory
Board on the outcome of these discussions.
CARRIED
RES. #A125 /03 - NUISANCE ALGAE AND RECENT SHORELINE PROTECTION
WORKS
2 - 4 Sand Beach Road, Etobicoke. Staff report on the deputation of Mr.
Tony Paginton (2 Lakeshore Ave, Etobicoke) in regards to nuisance
algae and recent shoreline protection works at 2 - 4 Sand Beach Road,
Etobicoke.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D27/03 & Res. #D28/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Bill O'Donnell
THAT the staff report in response to the deputation of Mr. Tony Paginton (2 Lakeshore
Ave, Etobicoke) regarding nuisance algae and recent shoreline protection works at 2 - 4
Sand Beach Road, Etobicoke be received;
THAT a copy of this reporting be provided to Mr. Paginton and the Zannini Development;
AND FURTHER THAT staff prepare a report on algae growth across the TRCA waterfront,
incorporating what actions the appropriate municipalities are taking to address the Issue.
CARRIED
RES. #A126 /03 - A WATERSHED PLAN FOR DUFFINS CREEK AND CARRUTHERS
CREEK.
Adoption and direction to proceed with implementation of the Watershed
Plan.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D29/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Bill O'Donnell
WHEREAS Transport Canada, as a major land owner in the Duffins Creek Watershed, has
a Sustainable Development Strategy in place that supports watershed management
principles;
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WHEREAS the Province of Ontario have enacted the Oak Ridges Moraine Act and
Conservation Plan that includes the requirement for the preparation of watershed plans;
WHEREAS the Province of Ontario has initiated a land exchange for lands on the Oak
Ridges Moraine (Richmond Hill) for provincial lands (Seaton) in the Duffins Creek
watershed;
WHEREAS the Province of Ontario is advancing their Smart Growth Initiatives and have
an opportunity to demonstrate these principles on provincial lands in the Duffins Creek
watershed;
WHEREAS the Ontario Planning and Advisory Committee to the Province of Ontario on
Source Protection supports Conservation Ontario's recommendation to the Walkerton
Drinking Water Inquiry for the preparation of Source Protection Plans on a watershed
basis;
WHEREAS the City of Pickering has recognized the need for watershed protection in their
Growth Management Study;
THAT the report entitled "A Watershed Plan for Duffins Creek and Carruthers Creek" Final
Draft, May 2003 be received;
THAT the schedule of presentations to local Municipal Councils and Regional Planning
Committee and the feedback to date be received;
THAT the Authority adopt °A Watershed Plan for Duffins Creek and Carruthers Creek" as
part of its plan input and review process;
THAT staff report back to the Authority regarding the steps required to implement this
"Plan" into Authority practices and policy;
THAT staff consult with the watershed municipalities to finalize a Terms of Reference for
an "Implementation Team ";
THAT the Duffins Creek and Carruthers Creek Task Force members be thanked for their
outstanding work in preparing the Watershed Plan;
THAT the Province of Ontario be requested to provide resources to develop a Source
Protection Plan for the Duffins and Carruthers Creek Watersheds that will serve to
identify the methodology and costs for developing these plans;
THAT the provincial and federal governments, as major land owners in the Duffins Creek
watershed be requested to provide resources to Implement this Watershed Plan; and
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AND FURTHER THAT this Watershed Plan be distributed to local MP's and MPP's in the
study area, federal and provincial Ministries of Environment, Transportation and
Agriculture, Municipal Affairs and the Environmental Commissioner of Ontario, and
watershed municipalities.
CARRIED
RES. #A127 /03 - MIMICO WATERFRONT LINEAR PARK PROJECT
Environmental Assessment. To obtain endorsement of the Mimico
Waterfront Linear Park Preferred Concept Plan and direction to submit
the Concept Plan to the Ministry of the Environment under the
Environmental Assessment Act.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D30/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Bill O'Donnell
THAT the Mimico Waterfront Linear Park Preferred Concept Plan be endorsed and
submitted to the Minister of the Environment for approval under the Environmental
Assessment Act;
AND FURTHER THAT the Members of the Mimico Linear Park Working Group be
congratulated and thanked for their dedication and commitment to the Project resulting
in a Preferred Concept Plan that will bring opportunity for revitalization to the Mimico
community and its adjacent neighbours.
CARRIED
RES. #A128 /03 - GTA NORTH TRANSPORTATION CORRIDOR
(Formerly 427 Extension Transportation Corridor). Status update on
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) input to the
Environmental Assessment Terms of Reference for the GTA North
Transportation Corridor and request for incorporation of a Smart Growth
review process for the planning of the transportation corridor.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D31 /03 & Res. #D32/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Bill O'Donnell
THAT the Environmental Assessment Team for the GTA North Transportation Corridor be
invited to present an update to the Watershed Management Advisory Board of the study
Terms of Reference, and to identify the Smart Growth planning efforts that have been
undertaken to date through the Needs Assessment phase of the project, and to present a
recommended approach to assess the Smart Growth objectives through the following
phases of the EA process;
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THAT a representative from the Smart Growth Secretariat be requested to participate
directly in the Environmental Assessment process as the next stages of the planning
study unfold, and to work with the EA team assessing the Implications of land use
change and cost to the tax payer;
THAT staff continue to provide input to the EA study team and work with the other two
affected Conservation Authorities through the Municipal Advisory Group, the
Stakeholders Advisory Group, the Oak Ridges Moraine Working Group and any new
discussions /work groups related to inclusion of Smart Growth within the EA;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back on the legal position of TRCA and how the Source
Protection Planning Regulation for conservation authorities can be utilized with respect
to highway planning issues.
CARRIED
RES. #A129/03 - ROUGE RIVER WATERSHED PLANNING STUDY
Initiation of Rouge River Watershed Planning Study and release of
proposed work program for comment by the Rouge Alliance, watershed
municipalities, and other interested stakeholders.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D33/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Bill O'Donnell
THAT the Rouge River Watershed Planning Study be initiated and undertaken in three
phases according to the general work program outlined In this report;
THAT in 2003 public /stakeholder input to the work program be obtained via reports to the
Rouge Park Alliance, meetings with municipal staff, and a community,open house in the
fall and that the public /stakeholder Involvement program for the remainder of the study
be confirmed at the end of Phase 1 (February 2004);
THAT letters be sent to municipalities advising them of the watershed planning study and
Inviting them to participate in upcoming scoping meetings with TRCA and Rouge Park
staff;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back in fall, 2003 with a detailed work program and on
Phase 1 progress.
CARRIED
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RES. #A130 /03 - GTA FLOOD PROGRAM STANDARDS
Adoption of the GTA Flood Standards to direct the evaluation,
modification and implementation of the TRCA Flood Warning Program
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D34/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Bill O'Donnell
THAT the GTA Flood Standards be formally adopted, and staff be directed to ensure that
the TRCA Flood Forecasting and Flood Warning Program comply with the requirements
of the document;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to prepare a detailed report to the Board by the
end of 2003 to outline progress to date and to present a work plan for the 2004 fiscal year
to ensure that the TRCA's Flood Warning and Flood Forecasting Program is in
compliance with the GTA Flood Standards.
CARRIED
RES. #A131 /03 - DEVELOPMENT OF FOUR NEW ETOBICOKE- MIMICO COMMUNITY
ACTION AREA PLANS IN 2003 - 2004
Snelgrove, Downtown Brampton, Mimico Headwaters, Central Toronto.
Community action area plans will be developed in 2003 and finalized in
2004 for the following areas of the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek
watersheds: Snelgrove, Downtown Brampton, Mimico Headwaters, and
Central Toronto (as shown on the attached map).
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D35/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Bill O'Donnell
THAT this work plan be initiated for the development of four new community action area
plans in 2003 in the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek watersheds be endorsed;
THAT staff are directed to initiate the associated stewardship groups for each of these
areas as opportunities arise;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to provide updates to the Authority as the area
plans are developed and implemented.
CARRIED
RES. #A132 /03 - CHANGES TO MEMBERSHIP
Don Watershed Regeneration Council. Changes to the membership of
the Don Watershed Regeneration Council.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D36/03)
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Moved by:
Seconded by:
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Bill O'Donnell
THAT Ms. Carolyn O'Neill, representing Environment Canada, be appointed to the Don
Watershed Regeneration Council.
CARRIED
RES. #A133 /03 - CONSERVATION ONTARIO COMMENTS, ONTARIO REGULATION
285/99
TRCA comments for inclusion with Conservation Ontario's response to
Amendments to Ontario Regulation 285/99, the Water Taking and
Transfer Regulation.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D37/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Bill O'Donnell
THAT the report on Conservation Ontario Comments, Ontario Regulation 285/99 be
endorsed;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to continue working with Conservation Ontario to
seek appropriate arrangements with the Ministry of the Environment for conservation
authorities participation in Permits to Take Water.
SECTION II - ITEMS FOR EXECUTIVE ACTION
RES. #A134 /03 - SECTION 1I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
David Barrow
Ian Sinclair
CARRIED
THAT Ontario Regulation 158 items 8.4.1 - 8.4.51, with the exception of 8.4.37 - Canadian
Tennis Association (Tennis Canada), contained In Section 11 of Executive Committee
Minutes #5/03, held on June 6, 2003, be received.
CARRIED
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RES. #A135 /03 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
8.4.87 - Canadian Tennis Association (Tennis Canada)
Moved by: Bill O'Donnell
Seconded by: Frank Scarpitti
THAT Ontario Regulation 158 items 8.4.1 - 8.4.51, with the exception of 8.4.37 - Canadian
Tennis Association (Tennis Canada), contained in Section II of Executive Committee
Minutes #5/03, held on June 6, 2003, be received.
RES. #A136 /03 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Suzan Hall
Irene Jones
CARRIED
THAT Section II Items 8.5 - 8.20, with the exception of 8.18 - Proposal to Construct a New
National Tennis Adjacent to the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Head Office,
contained in Section II of Executive Committee Minutes #5/03, held on June 6, 2003, be
received.
Section II Items 8.5 - 8.20. with the exception of 8.18 CARRIED
APPEAL OF THE TOWN OF AJAX OFFICIAL PLAN DESIGNATION FOR LANDS AT THE FOOT
OF SHOAL POINT ROAD ON THE WEST SIDE OF THE CARRUTHERS MARSH AND ON THE
LAKE ONTARIO SHORELINE
(Executive Res. #B56/03)
DEVELOPMENT OF IMPROVED DESIGN CRITERIA FOR CONSTRUCTION SEDIMENT
PONDS PROJECT
(Executive Res. #857/03)
UPPER DUFFINS CREEK FLOODLINE MAPPING UPDATE
(Executive Res. #B58/03)
DON RIVER (SOUTH OF STEELES AVE.) FLOODLINE MAPPING UPDATE
(Executive Res. #B59/03)
NEW FLOODPLAIN BASE MAPPING WITHIN THE DON RIVER, DUFFINS CREEK AND
HUMBER RIVER WATERSHEDS
(Executive Res. #B60/03)
PURCHASE OF A CURRENT VELOCITY METER FOR LOW FLOW MONITORING
(Executive Res. #B61 /03)
HUMBER RIVER WATERSHED 905 AREA HSP -F MODEL REFINEMENT
(Executive Res. #B62/03)
RAP FISH TUMOUR SURVEY - HISTOPATHOLOGY SERVICES
(Executive Res. #B63/03)
REGIONAL WATERSHED MONITORING PROGRAM
(Executive Res. #B64/03)
TRCA REGIONAL WATERSHED MONITORING - FLUVIAL GEOMORPHOLOGY
(Executive Res. #B65/03)
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MUNICIPAL SUPPORT
(Executive Res. #B66/03)
ENFORCEMENT AND SECURITY
(Executive Res. #867/03)
WELL DECOMMISSIONING, HIGH PARK
(Executive Res. #868/03)
ACQUISITION OF REPLACEMENT VEHICLE
(Executive Res. #B74/03)
ONTARIO REGULATION 158
(Executive Res. #B75/03)
RES. #A137 /03 - SECTION 11- ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Suzan Hall
Irene Jones
THAT Section 11 Item 8.18 - Proposal to Construct a New National Tennis Adjacent to the
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Head Office, contained in Section 11 of
Executive Committee Minutes #5/03, held on June 6, 2003, be received.
CARRIED
SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF ANOTHER BOARD
RES. #A138 /03 - ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE STATUS REPORT
May 25, 2003. Staff report on accounts receivable.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Pam McConnell
Rob Ford
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THAT the report on accounts receivable of the Authority, as of May 25, 2003, be received.
CARRIED
RES. #A139 /03 - SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF ANOTHER BOARD
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Irene Jones
Anthony Ketchum
THAT Section IV items 10.10 - 10.12, inclusive, contained in Section IV of Watershed
Management Advisory Board Minutes #2/03, held on June 13, 2003, be received.
CARRIED
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Section IV Items 10.10 - 10.12
DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D38/03)
ETOBICOKE - MIMICO WATERSHEDS COALITION
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D39/03)
HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D40/03)
NEW BUSINESS
RES. #A140/03
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Joe Pantalone
lla Bossons
THAT staff report back on the legal Implications of the Authority providing input to the
Executive Committee on Ontario Regulation 158 applications.
CARRIED
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 12:11 p.m., on Friday, June 27, 2003.
Dick O'Brien
Chair
/ks
Brian Denney
Secretary- Treasurer
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erTHE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #6/03
July 25, 2003
The Authority Meeting #6/03, was held in the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village,
on Friday, July 25, 2003. The Chair Dick O'Brien, called the meeting to order at 10:04
a.m.
PRESENT
Maria Augimeri Member
David Barrow Member
Ila Bossons Member
Raymond Cho Member
Michael Di Blase Member
Rob Ford Member
Suzan Hall Member
Irene Jones Member
Anthony Ketchum Member
Jim McMaster Vice Chair
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
REGRETS
Bas Balkissoon Member
Lorna Bissell Member
Susan DiMarco Member
Cliff Gyles Member
Pam McConnell Member
Peter Milczyn Member
Maja Prentice Member
Frank Scarpitti Member
Sherene Shaw Member
Ian Sinclair Member
Tanny Wells Member
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RES. #A141 /03 - MINUTES
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Suzan Hall
Dave Ryan
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #5/03, held on June 27, 2003, be approved.
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION
RES. #A142 /03 -
Moved by:
Seconded by:
CARRIED
CONSULTANT SELECTION FOR LIVING CITY CENTRE AT
KORTRIGHT
Sustainable Building, Site and Infrastructure Design The selection of a
consulting team to provide professional services for the sustainable
building, site and infrastructure design for the Living City Centre at
Kortright.
Irene Jones
David Barrow
THAT Phase 1 Pre - Design of the consulting assignment to provide professional services
for the sustainable building, site and Infrastructure design for the Living City Centre at
Kortright be awarded to the consulting team led by architectsAlliance at a cost not to
exceed $25,000 (excluding GST);
THAT architectsAlliance be awarded Phase 2 (Detailed Design, Tendering and
Construction Administration) of the consulting assignment at a cost not to exceed
$254,250 (excluding GST), upon completion of the Phase 1 work to the satisfaction of
TRCA staff;
THAT staff be authorized to approve additional unspecified expenditures to a maximum
of fifteen percent of the total design fees, as a contingency allowance, to
architectsAlliance if deemed necessary;
AND FURTHER THAT staff provide a status report to the Authority on the completion of
each Phase of the work.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) invited consultants to submit
proposals outlining a detailed work plan, budget and schedule to develop designs and
specifications for a sustainable retrofit of the Living City Centre at Kortright (Centre), and site
servicing, and other site plan issues as they relate to the proposed operational and functional
changes of the facility. The TRCA was looking to undertake modifications in a manner that
supports its new environmental sustainability program.
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The Centre, located on 324 hectares of pristine woodlands and wetlands along the Humber
River Valley in the City of Vaughan, is operated by the TRCA. The site itself is made up of the
Centre, woodland (most of it forested slope), reforested farmland, and meadow. Formal
educational hiking trails traverse the property, which is interspersed with a number of smaller
ancillary buildings. With approximately 130,000 visitors of all ages annually, Kortright is
Canada's largest public environmental and outdoor education facility. Its mission is to promote
the wise and appropriate use of natural resources through educational walks, talks, exhibits,
demonstrations and special events.
The Centre is approximately 2,900 m 2 and features a theatre, cafe, gift shop, class rooms, office
space and two levels of exhibit space. The building is normally described as a three level,
open concept, laminated post and beam structure. The architect was Shore Tilbe Henschel
Irwin, and the building was completed in November 1977 at a cost of $1.2 million. It was
officially opened to the public on June 21, 1979. In 1982, a glass and wood pavilion was
added, and in 1999 a new sewage treatment facility (Living Machine) was added adjacent to
the main building.
In 2000, the TRCA embarked on a redesign of the Centre to update its facilities and programs
to meet the demands and pressures of an evolving society. It was the intent that the Centre
become a world -class education and demonstration hub linked to other Centres across the
globe. The TRCA, through its Living City vision, is taking a leadership role in the development
of the greater Toronto region as a more sustainable community. The Living City Centre at
Kortright is to be the strategic heart of the vision, a window into the Living City, promoting in
every way possible the active implementation of sustainability in community life. The Centre's
vision is to engage leadership in transforming the greater Toronto region into one of the most
sustainable, liveable communities in the world. The Centre will become the heart of
sustainable living in the greater Toronto region, recognized for designing and implementing
powerful transformational initiatives with measurable improvements. Reflecting the values and
multicultural nature of the community, it will be a highly visible education and demonstration
centre - a physical and virtual meeting place for informed dialogue and the development of
sustainable living practices. The Centre will connect local and global initiatives across Canada
and around the world, and will promote sustainable living by employing a wide range of
mechanisms, including research, education, demonstration, advocacy, training, promotion,
celebration and partnerships aimed at developing innovative projects and programs. It will be
an example of sustainability in terms of its physical structure and in terms of its organization
and operation. The Centre will incorporate and model new types of construction, energy use
and waste management that will be practical and realistic, yet environmentally friendly.
To this end, the TRCA embarked on the development of a case for support to identify key
issues necessary to attract partnerships and to develop a detailed plan for the Centre. The five
main components were:
1. A Needs Assessment to identify the rationale and TRCA interest and strategic benefits
to developing such a centre.
2. A Building Assessment to address the current condition of facilities on site, renovations
and costs to make them functional as part of the new Centre.
3. Sustainability Education Program scoping - preliminary program scoping and design.
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4. Preliminary conceptualization of the program /activities, exhibits, demonstrations, site
development and buildings and costs to develop and operationalise the Centre.
5. Business Plans including: market assessment, feasibility study and implementation plan
to assess the viability of the project.
Recently, Enermodal Engineering Limited completed the initial building assessment. The
primary intent of this consulting assignment is to build on Enermodal's assessment and to
develop detailed designs, in consultation with TRCA staff, for the sustainable retrofit of the
Centre. In addition, the Consultant is to consider the future prospect or potential of adding an
adjunct office /conference building in the vicinity of the Centre. The new building would be
used by Centre staff for offices, and would also function as a full service independent meeting
space for up to 50 participants.
In consultation with Don Osborne of Enerlife Consulting (the consultant presently assisting on
Living City Strategy), staff developed a list of pre - qualified consultants to which Requests for
Proposals (RFP) were submitted. The following consultants were sent RFPs:
• architectsAlliance
• Dunlop Farrow
• Enermodal Engineering Ltd.
• Fabiani Architect
• Hicks Pettes Architects Inc.
• Keen Engineering
• Martin Liefhebber Architect Inc. (Breathe)
• McCallum Sather Architects Inc.
• The MBTW Group.
As part of the RFP, consultants were asked to submit a fee proposal based on the completion
of the following tasks:
General
• Prepare and submit preliminary and final design drawings providing all necessary
information for approvals from all approval agencies;
• Prepare conceptual plans for the proposed new office /conference building;
• Prepare tender specifications and contract documents ready for tendering;
• Review and provide recommendations of tenders received;
• Review and approve shop drawings;
• Issue addendums and change orders;
• Provide on -site periodic inspection when requested by TRCA;
• Attendance at meetings during design and construction stages;
• Review final as built drawings;
• Prepare a detailed work plan, work schedule, budget, and delivery plan to be included with
the proposal; and
• Prepare a manual for the general building maintenance and for the operation and
maintenance of all equipment and fixtures, including manufacturing specifications and
brochures.
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Detailed Design Work Plan
Using the Building Assessment completed by Enermodal Engineering Limited and the overall
vision for the Centre as a foundation, undertake a review and design of:
• Daylighting with respect to window area and placement, window glass properties, room
size and function, space configuration, room colour, etc.;
• Solar thermal air heating with respect to ventilation air heating and domestic hot water
preheating
• Mechanical distribution system;
• Water supply system with respect to capacity, plumbing and treatment;
• Electrical distribution system, controls and fixtures;
• Internal and external communications systems;
• Installation of energy management controls such as economizers, natural ventilation,
temperature setback, and zoning;
• Interior design elements that considers:
removal of most of existing offices and conversion of existing mezzanine to exhibit
space,
building an upper viewing platform (clerestory),
extend level 2 floor to provide additional space,
add windows to level 2 roof,
extend level 1 balcony and add north and west glass wall,
add sub -floor below level 1 for possible office relocation or storage space or propose
alternate area for this function,
noise proofing throughout,
enlarging the entrance and foyer,
enlarging and equipping washrooms and kitchen to accommodate larger groups,
replacing gazebo,
all finishes, hardware, and fixtures, and
- fire and security systems;
• Structural impacts due to building modifications;
• Exterior design elements that consider replacement or improvements to: wall cladding,
roofing, overhang floor upgrade, and general weatherproofing;
• Site plan issues required to accommodate the proposed building modifications, including:
servicing and supply,
septic system,
solid waste removal,
storm water management,
fire access,
all traffic flow,
site security,
facility entrances, and
- parking;
• Landscape elements within the identified construction limits; and
• Conceptual floor and site plans and architectural elevations for new office /conference
building.
Four (4) consulting teams chose to supply fee proposals for the work outlined in the RFP, and
are listed in the following table:
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Consultant Team Lead
Pre - Design
Detailed Design
Total
architectsAlliance
25,000
254,250
279,250
McCallum Sather Architects
Inc.
91,800
168,000
259,800
Breathe Architect Inc.
N/A
N/A
259,000 - 334,000
Hicks Pette
17,000
163,000
170,000
Notes: 1.
Fees are based on estimated construction cost of $2,000,000, and include
comparable items listed as options.
2. Fees are exclusive of GST.
3. architectsAlliance's fees would be pro -rated to exact final construction cost at
rate of 9.5 %. (i.e. Total construction cost of $1,900,000 would result in $9,500
fee reduction).
4. Fee proposal for Breathe Architect Inc. not broken out into pre and detailed
design phases, and total cost is vague.
5. Enermodal part of McCallum Sather Team, while Keen Engineering and MBTW
Group part of both architectsAlliance and Breathe Teams.
RATIONALE
Fee Proposals were received from the 4 consulting teams on July 3, 2003, and were reviewed
by staff and Don Osborne of Enerlife Consulting for the best combination of value and services.
In evaluating and rating the proposals the review team considered the following:
• Overall qualifications and relevant project experience;
• Qualifications and experience of its proposed key project personnel;
• Understanding of the study objectives, opportunities and challenges;
• Ability and approach to provide the required scope of services;
• Proposed methodology for delivering services including clearly defined scheduling for each
Team member dedicated towards this project;
• A statement that clearly identifies there are no conflicts of interest with respect to other
active /dormant clients in the area;
• Strong evidence of ability to meet time lines and budgeted costs;
• References;
• Reputation; and
• Cost
It was concluded that the fee proposal from architectsAlliance best met the criteria set out in
the RFP, and provided the best combination of value and services.
The submission by McCallum Sather was deemed to be a close second, but the reviewers
concluded architectsAlliance's overall plan, schedule, approach, and experience with projects
of similar scope and size was more closely suited to this assignment.
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The fee proposals submitted by Breathe Architects Inc., and Hicks Pette fell short of the
stipulated criteria and were consequently eliminated from the competition. Breathe's proposal,
although the most unique and potentially challenging in terms of sustainable concepts, was
lacking in overall structure, unrealistic in terms of scheduling, and proposed a significant
redefinition of the RFP. While the Hicks Pette proposal provided a more conventional
architectural approach it was incomplete and /or ambiguous, and therefore lacked significant
detail for the reviewers to assess whether they met the criteria set out in the RFP.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
On Authority approval, the project will commence with an inaugural meeting of the Joint
Planning Committee (made up of staff representatives, Don Osborne of Enerlife Consulting,
and the Consulting Team), to review the scope of work and proposed work schedule. It is
intended that this Committee meet on bi- weekly basis throughout the course of this project.
The tentative project schedule calls for the detailed design and tendering to be completed by
the spring of 2004, with construction to proceed thereafter. It is anticipated that retrofit will take
6 to 8 months to complete, and will likely impact programming at the Living City Centre for all
or a significant portion of that time.
Staff will provide a status report to the Authority on the completion of each Phase of the project.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Funds for the consulting assignment are budgeted in the Living City Centre Project Budget, in
account number 314 -60.
Report prepared by: Nick Saccone, extension 5301
For Information contact: Nick Saccone, extension 5301
Date: July 16, 2003
RES. #A143/03 - CONTRACTS FOR RESTORATION OF RICHMOND HILL MILL POND
Implementation of the Mill Pond Restoration Project in partnership with
the Town of Richmond Hill.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Irene Jones
David Barrow
THAT staff be directed to assist the Town of Richmond Hill in the implementation of the
Mill Pond Restoration Protect by constructing Part A of the Mill Pond contract at an upset
cost nbt to exceed $269,454.89, including all applicable taxes.
CARRIED
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BACKGROUND
The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is appreciative of the opportunity to
partner with the Town of Richmond Hill on the implementation of the shoreline modifications
and habitat features required for the completion of the Mill Pond Restoration Project. This
partnership opportunity will help us to continue in the implementation of the "Forty Steps to a
New Don ".
In the past we have partnered with the Town of Richmond Hill on numerous environmental and
habitat projects. These include Pioneer Park Stormwater Retrofit design, Briar Nine Reserve
Reforestation, Harding Park Renaturalization, various erosion control projects, ongoing Valley
& Stream naturalization projects within the Don, Rouge and Humber watersheds. We have
also supplied Richmond Hill with native plant stock from our nursery for installation throughout
the Town during community planting events.
The Town recommended the TRCA undertake this initiative as the TRCA has proven
experience in constructing similar habitat and shoreline features as required by this project.
This experience has been gained through the implementation of various restoration projects
throughout our jurisdiction, including the Lake Ontario Waterfront.
This project will produce a number of desirable outcomes including improvement in water
quality as well as the creation of wetland /aquatic function and habitat features along the new
shoreline. This furthers TRCA objectives regarding healthy rivers and shorelines of the Mill
Pond.
The Mill Pond is the location of the Annual Mill Pond Splash event organized by the Don
Watershed Regeneration Council and the Town.
WORK TO BE DONE
TRCA staff will commence this work in early September following the receipt of all necessary
approvals by Richmond Hill staff and the finalilization of all aspects of the project.
For Information contact: Nick Saccone, extension 5301
Date: July 23, 2003
Attachments: 2
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Attachment 1
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Attachment 2
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RES. #A144/03 - THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF VAUGHAN
Conveyance of Land for the Pine Valley Pumping Station, City of
Vaughan, Humber River Watershed, CFN 32987. Receipt of a request
from the City of Vaughan for conveyance of land for the Pine Valley
Pumping Station, on the west side of Pine Valley Drive north of Langstaff
Road, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Irene Jones
David Barrow
THAT WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is in receipt of a
request from the City of Vaughan to convey certain lands for the construction of the Pine
Valley waste water Pumping Station, located on the west side of Pine Valley Drive, north
of Langstaff Road, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York;
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 City of Vaughan in this instance;
THAT a parcel of TRCA owned land containing 0.092 hectares, more or less, (0.228 acres)
be conveyed to the City of Vaughan for the construction of the Pine Valley waste water
Pumping Station, located on the west side of Pine Valley Drive, north of Langstaff Road,
said land being Part of Lot 12 , Concession 7, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of
York, together with a permanent access easement containing 0.01 hectares, more or Tess
(0.03 acres) and a temporary easement containing 0.109 hectares, more or less, (0.270
acres);
THAT consideration is to be as follows:
a) $87,400 for the lands required for the pumping station;
b) $10,000 for permanent access easement;
c) $3,600 for the temporary working easement;
d) Legal, survey and other costs; and
e) Buffer plantings and other enhancement to Boyd Conservation Area;
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 City of
Vaughan;
THAT the City of Vaughan is to fully indemnify and save harmless the TRCA 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;
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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
BACKGROUND
In late 2001 the City of Vaughan commenced an Environmental Assessment Study (EAS) of
Pine Valley Pumping Station expansion and Diversion Sewer. The existing pumping site was
not large enough to accommodate the expansion; therefore, as part of the EAS the City was
also looking for alternatives for a new pumping station site. The preferred alternative is the
subject TRCA site.
The purchase price is based on market value. In addition, the City is to provide buffer planting
to screen the pumping station from remaining Boyd Conservation Area lands and to provide
forest area enhancement. We are also recommending additional enhancements to Boyd
Conservation Area to offset the loss of this parcel of land. We are suggesting enhancements
such as a new washroom facility and picnic shelter.
A permit for the work at this location will be brought forward to the next Executive Committee
meeting. No work will commence on TRCA land until the permit has been issued.
The subject lands form part of a larger acreage acquired from Dr. Boyd in June 1956 under the
Boyd Conservation Area Project.
In addition to the fee simple conveyance, the City of Vaughan has requested to utilize 0.01
hectares (0.03 acres) of TRCA land for an access easement and 0.109 hectares (0.270 acres)
of TRCA land for temporary construction purposes. A plan illustrating both the fee simple
conveyance, permanent and temporary easement locations is attached.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
The City of Vaughan has agreed to assume all legal, survey and other costs involved in -
completing this transaction.
Report prepared by: Mike Fenning, extension 5223
For Information contact: Ron Dewell, extension 5245
Mike Fenning, extension 5223
Date: July 17, 2003
Attachments: 1
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RES. #A145/03 - BELL CANADA
Request for Permanent Easement for an Underground Duct, Highland
Creek Watershed, City of Toronto (Scarborough Community), CFN
34063. Receipt of a request from Bell Canada to provide a permanent
easement for an underground duct on the east side of Markham Road (at
the Highland Creek bridge), south of Progress Avenue, Highland Creek
Watershed, City of Toronto (Scarborough Community)
(Executive Res. #B80/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ron Moeser
Jim McMaster
THAT WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request
from Bell Canada to provide a permanent easement for an underground duct on the east
side of Markham Road (at the Highland Creek bridge), south of Progress Avenue,
Highland Creek Watershed, City of Toronto (Scarborough Community);
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 Bell Canada in this Instance;
THAT a permanent easement containing 0.013 hectares (0.032 acres), more or less, be
granted to Bell Canada for an underground duct, said land being Part of Lot 18,
Concession 2, City of Toronto (Scarborough Community), designated as Part 1 on a plan
of survey prepared by Speight, Van Nostrand & Gibson Ltd., Ontario Land Surveyors,
under their Job No. 031 -0164;
THAT the Authority grant the easement across the subject land on the following terms
and conditions:
(a) The easement price is to be the sum of $10,000.00;
(b) Bell Canada is to pay all Authority legal, appraisal, survey, and other costs
Incurred to complete the transaction;
(c) Bell Canada 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 this easement or carrying out construction;
(d) Any additional conditions as deemed appropriate by theAuthority solicitor.
THAT said agreement 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;
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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. #A146/03 - CITY OF MISSISSAUGA
Request for Permanent Easement for Storm Sewer Outfall, Mimico Creek
Watershed, City of Mississauga, CFN 34416. Receipt of a request from
the City of Mississauga to provide a permanent easement for a storm
sewer outfall, west of Goreway Drive, south of Derry Road (behind 6600
Goreway Drive, within Wildwood Park - Malton), in the City of
Mississauga, Regional Municipality of Peel.
(Executive Res. #B81 /03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ron Moeser
Jim McMaster
THAT WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request
from the City of Mississauga to provide a permanent easement for a storm sewer outfall,
west of Goreway Drive, south of Derry Road (behind 6600 Goreway Drive, within
Wildwood Park - Malton), In the City of Mississauga, 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 cooperate with the City of
Mississauga In this Instance;
THAT a permanent easement be granted to the City of Mississauga across TRCA lands
containing 0.024 hectares (0.059 acres), more or less, being Part of Lot 9, Concession 8
SD, City of Mississauga, designated as Part 1 on a plan of survey prepared by Marshall
Macklin Monaghan Ltd., Ontario Land Surveyors under their Job No. 14 -03 -00 -000;
THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal, survey, and other
costs;
THAT the City of Mississauga Is to fully Indemnify and absolve the 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 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 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;
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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. #A147/03 - THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK
Conveyance of Land for the Widening and Reconstruction of 19th
Avenue between Bathurst Street and Leslie Street, Rouge River
Watershed, Town of Richmond Hill, CFN 34426. Receipt of a request
from the Regional Municipality of York for conveyance of land for the
widening and reconstruction of 19th Avenue, south side of 19th Avenue,
between Linda Margaret Crescent and Devonsleigh Boulevard, Rouge
River Watershed, Town of Richmond Hill.
(Executive Res. #882/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ron Moeser
Jim McMaster
THAT WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request
from the Regional Municipality of York to convey certain lands for the widening and
reconstruction of 19th Avenue, south side of 19th Avenue, between Linda Margaret
Crescent and Devonsleigh Boulevard, Rouge River Watershed, Town of Richmond Hill;
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;
THAT a parcel of TRCA land containing a total of 0.020 hectares (0.050 acres), more or
less, be granted to the Regional Municipality of York for the reconstruction of 19th
Avenue, said land being Part of Block 103, Registered Plan 65M -3185, Town of Richmond
Hill, designated as Part 1 on Reference Plan 65R -25193 prepared by Krcmar Surveyors
Ltd. under their Job No. L- 221 -40;
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 this easement or carrying out the construction;
THAT a permit pursuant to Ontario Regulation 158 be obtained prior to the
commencement of construction;
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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 granting of this easement is subject to the approval of the Town of Richmond
Hill who manage these lands on the Authority's behalf;
THAT said conveyance 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 hereto, including the obtaining of
necessary approvals and the execution of any documents.
CARRIED
AMENDMENT
RES. #A148 /03
Moved by:
Seconded by:
J
Joe Pantalone
Irene Jones
THAT the following be inserted after the main motion:
AND FURTHER THAT the Region of York, as part of the road widening, consider an
agressive landscaping plan, including trees and shrubs.
THE AMENDMENT WAS CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED
RES. #A149 /03 - THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL
Conveyance of Land for the Widening and Reconstruction of Mayfield
Road between Summer Valley Drive and Inder Heights Drive, City of
Brampton, Etobicoke Creek Watershed, CFN 33036. Receipt of a request
from The Regional Municipality of Peel for conveyance of land for the
widening and reconstruction of Mayfield Road between Summer Valley
Drive and Inder Heights Drive, City of Brampton.
(Executive Res. #B83/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ron Moeser
Jim McMaster
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THAT WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) Is in receipt of a
request from The Regional Municipality of Peel to convey certain lands for the widening
and reconstruction of Mayfield Road between Summer Valley Drive and Inder Heights
Drive, City of Brampton;
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 Peel in this Instance;
THAT four parcels of TRCA owned land containing 0.694 hectares, more or less, (1.719
acres) be conveyed to The Regional Municipality of Peel for the widening and
reconstruction of Mayfield Road between Summer Valley Drive and Inder Heights Drive,
said lands being Part of Lots 17 and 18, Concession 1 East of Hurontario Street and Part
of Blocks 111 and 117, Plan 43M -653, and Part of Block 218, Plan 43M -1276, City of
Brampton, Regional Municipality of Peel, designated as Parts 1, 3, 5, 9 and 11 on a plan
of survey prepared by Young and Young Surveying Inc., under their Job No.
02- B4378EXC together with a temporary easement over Parts 2, 4, 6 and 10 on a plan of
survey prepared by Young and Young Surveying Inc., under their Job No. 02- B4378EXC;
THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal, survey and other
related costs;
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 Peel;
THAT The Regional Municipality of Peel 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
AMENDMENT
RES. #A150/03
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Joe Pantalone
Irene Jones
THAT the following be Inserted after the main motion:
AND FURTHER THAT the Region of Peel, as part of the road widening, consider an
agressive landscaping plan, including trees and shrubs.
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THE AMENDMENT WAS CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED
RES. #A151/03 - DISPOSAL OF AUTHORITY -OWNED LANDS
3203 Mayfield Road, City of Brampton, Etobicoke Creek Watershed, CFN
34049. Staff report concerning the disposal of a residential property at
3202 Mayfield Road in the vicinity of Hurontario Street and Mayfield
Road, in the City of Brampton.
(Executive Res. #B84/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ron Moeser
Jim McMaster
THAT the residential property being Part of Lot 17, Concession 1 E.H.S., designated as
Part 2 on a plan of survey prepared by Young and Young Surveying Inc., under their Job
No. 02- B4378EXC, municipally known as 3203 Mayfield Road In the vicinity of Hurontario
Street and Mayfield Road, in the City of Brampton, Regional Municipality of Peel,
consisting of 0.266 acres, more or less, be declared surplus to the requirements of the
Authority;
THAT the sale be on the basis that:
a) the subject land is to be used for single family residential purposes in keeping with
the character of the community and in compliance with existing zoning;
b) the purchaser be permitted to continue to use at their expense the septic bed on the
Authority property and to maintain the septic system in good condition and in
conformity with all relevant regulations until such time as sewer hook up is available
on Valleyview Road;
THAT staff be directed to negotiate with the current tenant who has expressed interest in
purchasing, until such time as an acceptable offer Is at hand where upon any such offer
will be referred to the Executive Committee for consideration;
AND FURTHER THAT in the event staff are unable to arrive at a suitable agreement with
the tenant that the subject property be advertised for sale.
CARRIED
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RES. #A152 /03 - ECOLOGICAL LAND ACQUISITION PROGRAM
Rouge Park and the Niagara Escarpment, CFN 31123 and CFN 22623.
Entering into two Memorandums of Understanding with the Ministry of
Natural Resources regarding the Ecological Land Acquisition Program
for the Rouge Park and the Niagara Escarpment.
(Executive Res. #885/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ron Moeser
Jim McMaster
THAT WHEREAS the Province of Ontario has established a $10 million fund for the
protection of natural areas in the Province of Ontario through acquisition;
AND WHEREAS this funding is distributed through a program called the Ecological Land
Acquisition Program;
THAT the appropriate Authority officials be authorized and directed to execute the
necessary Memorandums of Understanding with the Ministry of Natural Resources for
the Niagara Escarpment and Rouge Park.
CARRIED
RES. #A153 /03 - TENDER OPENING SUB - COMMITTEE TENDER ES03 -10
Tender for the supply of rental rates for Operated Heavy Construction
Equipment and Dump Trucks. The Tender Opening Sub - Committee
opened tenders for the supply of rental rates for operated heavy
construction equipment and dump trucks on June 13, 2003. The tenders
were referred to staff for review and report.
(Executive Res. #B86/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ron Moeser
Jim McMaster
THAT the Watershed Management Division utilize, as required, the services of Sartor and
Susin Limited for the supply of operated heavy construction equipment and dump trucks
during 2003, they being the most satisfactory and lowest overall quotation received:
AND FURTHER THAT staff be authorized to use the next lowest tender if the need arises.
CARRIED
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RES. #A154 /03 - TENDER OPENING SUB - COMMITTEE TENDER ES03 -07
Tender for the supply and delivery of Armour Stone for the Port Union
Waterfront Improvement Project, City of Toronto. The Tender Opening
Sub - Committee opened tenders for the supply and delivery of armour
stone on June 6, 2003. The tenders were referred to staff for review and
report.
(Executive Res. #887/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ron Moeser
Jim McMaster
THAT Tender ES03 -07 for the supply and delivery of armour stone be awarded to J.C.
Rock Ltd. at a total cost not to exceed $386,200 (excluding GST).
CARRIED
RES. #A155 /03 - TRCA INDOOR AIR BIOFILTRATION SYSTEM
Authorizes the Chair, Director of Finance and Business Development and
Chief Administrative Officer to enter into an agreement with the
Federation of Canadian Municipalities and to award a contract for the
purchase and installation of head office indoor air biofiltration system
(breathing wall).
(Executive Res. #B88/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ron Moeser
Jim McMaster
THAT the Chair, Chief Administrative Officer and the Director of Finance and Business
Development be authorized to enter Into an agreement with the Federation of Canadian
Municipalities (FCM), under the Green Municipal Enabling Fund, to complete a feasibility
study and implementation of an indoor air blofiltration system (breathing wall);
THAT a contract not to exceed $72,000 plus applicable taxes, for the design and
construction of the blofiltration system be awarded to Air Quality Solutions Ltd. subject to
staff being satisfied that all conditions have been met;
THAT a contract not to exceed $90,000 plus applicable taxes for construction and
installation of the plumbing, duct work and other work for the blofiltration system be
awarded to Modern Niagara Toronto Inc. subject to staff being satisfied that all
conditions have been met;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report to the Executive Committee in 2004 on the results
achieved by the biofiltration system in terms of air quality and energy savings.
CARRIED
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RES. #A156 /03 - BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE
Farm Management Practice regarding pigs at Black Creek Pioneer
Village.
(Public Use Res. #E3/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Rob Ford
Bill O'Donnell
THAT the existing Farm Management Practices at Black Creek Pioneer Village be
continued.
CARRIED
RES. #A157 /03 - POLICY AND OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES FOR MANAGING
DOMESTIC ANIMALS
Approval of a policy and operational procedure for managing domestic
animals to guide TRCA staff regarding planning enforcement and public
education issues to minimize conflicts between pets, pet owners and
other visitors to TRCA properties, campgrounds and facilities.
(Public Use Res. #E4/03 & E5/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Rob Ford
Bill O'Donnell
THAT the Policy and Operational Procedures for Managing Domestic Animals, dated July
2003, as appended, be approved;
THAT dogs off -leash areas, on selected TRCA properties, be endorsed in principle
subject to a community -based stewardship committee being established;
THAT those stewardship committees work with staff to Identify appropriate areas, raise
operating funds, maintain and monitor the locations with no added expense to TRCA;
THAT staff work with the City of Brampton and local community to consider a dogs
off -leash area in the Claireville Conservation Area as a pilot project;
THAT details of any dogs off -leash area on TRCA property be brought back to the
Authority for endorsement;
AND FURTHER THAT the policy be reviewed one -year after Implementation, including
input from the stewardship committee.
CARRIED
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RES. #A158 /03 - DUFFINS CREEK HEADWATERS MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR TRCA
PROPERTIES
Approval of the Duffins Creek Headwaters Management Plan for TRCA
Properties.
(Public Use Res. #E6/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Rob Ford
Bill O'Donnell
THAT the Duffins Creek Headwaters Management Plan for TRCA Properties, dated June
2003, as attached, be approved;
THAT staff circulate the Duffins Creek Headwaters Management Plan for TRCA Properties
to the Ontario Heritage Foundation, the Township of Uxbridge, and the City of Pickering
for endorsement;
THAT staff send a letter of thanks to the members of the Duffins Creek Headwaters
Advisory Committee for their dedicated assistance with the preparation of the
Management Plan;
THAT copies of the Duffins Creek Headwaters Management Plan for TRCA Properties be
circulated to the members of the Advisory Committee, the Township of Uxbridge, the City
of Pickering, and other appropriate agencies, groups and individuals;
THAT staff work with the Township of Uxbridge staff to investigate options and develop a
strategy to address limiting access on closed road allowances that are adjacent to TRCA
owned land;
THAT staff prepare a report in fall of 2003 on Stewardship Management Plan
implementation and the potential for integration with the Watershed Plan for Duffins
Creek and Carruthers Creek;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to utilize the Strategy for Public Use on
Conservation Authority Lands (1995) when considering new public uses on the TRCA's
Duffins Creek Headwater Properties.
CARRIED
RES. #A159 /03 - NEGATIVE PRESSURES AFFECT ON REVENUE
Report on the negative pressures of SARS, West Nile Virus, inclement
spring weather, the war in Iraq and labour disruptions in the education
system as they relate to revenue for public use business units and
potential lost revenue of $712,000.
(Public Use Res. #E7/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Rob Ford
Bill O'Donnell
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THAT the report dated July 2, 2003, on the negative pressures on TRCA Public Use
business units 2003 revenue be forwarded to the Premier of Ontario, representatives of
the Government of Canada, and the City of Toronto and the Regional Municipalities of
Peel, York and Durham;
AND FURTHER THAT staff continue to monitor the Impact of the various negative
pressures and report to the Board at their September meeting.
CARRIED
RES. #A160 /03 - WEST NILE VIRUS
Employee and Volunteer Policy. Approval of policy for employees and
staff of The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority to protect against
West Nile Virus.
(Public Use Res. #E8/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Rob Ford
Bill O'Donnell
THAT the attached West Nile Virus - Employee and Volunteer Policy be approved;
AND FURTHER THAT all TRCA staff and volunteers be so advised.
CARRIED
RES. #A161 /03 - WATERSHED BASED SOURCE PROTECTION UPDATE AND
MUNICIPAL RESPONSES TO ADVISORY COMMITTEE REPORT
Municipal Responses to the Final Report of the Provincial Advisory
Committee on Watershed Based Source Protection Planning
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D44/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Ila Bossons
THAT The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) Members and staff
continue to work with Conservation Ontario and our member municipalities to advance
source protection planning and implementation within the province;
THAT the TRCA confirms Its Intent to develop watershed based source protection plans
In full co- operation with its watershed municipalities following the enactment of the
appropriate legislation, guidelines and funding mechanisms;
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THAT the TRCA continue to seek seed funding to initiate a source protection plan for the
Duffins and Carruthers watershed, based on the recently approved "A Watershed Plan
For Duffins and Carruthers Creek", to provide a model for the Integration of watershed
planning and source protection for the Oak Ridges Moraine and elsewhere in the
province.
THAT Conservation Ontario be thanked for Its ongoing work on source protection;
AND FURTHER THAT staff continue to keep Members Informed of the progress towards
the development of provincial legislation and guidelines with respect to watershed based
source protection.
CARRIED
RES. #A162 /03 - STATUS OF THE PINE VALLEY DRIVE LINK, OPA 600 OMB APPEAL,
AND THE PINE VALLEY DRIVE LINK ENVIRONMENTAL
ASSESSMENT
Status reports on TRCA's Pine Valley Link, OPA 600 OMB Appeal
process, and the current process for the Pine Valley Drive Link EA. Status
presentation will be made regarding the findings of the Stage 2 phase of
the Pine Valley Drive Link EA.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D45/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Ila Bossons
THAT the status report be received for the OMB Appeal of the OPA 600 for the Pine Valley
Link, and for the Stage 2 (Alternatives) phase of work for the Pine Valley Drive Link
Environmental Assessment Process.
AND FURTHER THAT staff continue to participate in the OMB appeal process, and the
Environmental Assessment Process.
CARRIED
RES. #A163 /03 - RESTORATION PLANTING FOR NEW AND PROPOSED
TRANSPORTATION CORRIDORS
Status update on TRCA's policies and requirements for restoration along
highways and other major road systems, and request to set
naturalization and planting objectives for new and proposed
transportation corridors.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D46/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Ila Bossons
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THAT staff contact our municipal partners and MTO to solicit Interest In sharing joint
research and Information on corridor planting, to review current planting standards for
transportation corridors and roadways, to look for opportunities for improved standards
and Increased ecological planting requirements for these linear routes, and to seek
funding resources to carry out these initiatives.
AND FURTHER THAT staff continue to work towards a best efforts practice to establish
ecological and urban forestry planting objectives where opportunities arise through
environmental assessment and municipal roadway planting initiatives with our partners,
until a comprehensive policy or set of guidelines can be established with our partners.
CARRIED
RES. #A164 /03 - REMEDIAL ACTION PLAN (RAP) MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING (MoU) PROJECT PROGRESS REPORT 2002/2003
AND 2003/2004 PROPOSED PROJECTS
Year one of the 2002 -2007 RAP MoU completed in March 2003 and a
progress report has been prepared outlining RAP achievements. A list of
proposed projects to be funded in 2003/2004 has been prepared
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D47/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Ila Bossons
THAT the Project Progress Report for 2002/2003 RAP MOU projects be received;
THAT the 2003/2004 Proposed Project Listing for the RAP MoU be approved;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Watershed Management Advisory Board in
September when the RAP Team has completed its 5 -Year Planning and Public
Engagement Strategy (Communications Plan).
CARRIED
RES. #A165 /03 - HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE MEMBERSHIP
The appointment of two additional members to the Humber Watershed
Alliance.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D48/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Ila Bossons
THAT Mr. Steven Joudrey, representing The Black Creek Project, be appointed to the
Humber Watershed Alliance;
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AND FURTHER THAT Mr. Michael Galli, representing the Jane Goodall Institute, be
appointed to the Humber Watershed Alliance.
CARRIED
RES. #A166 /03 - 2003 ONTARIO PROFESSIONAL PLANNERS INSTITUTE (OPPI)
EXCELLENCE IN PLANNING AWARD
Greening Our Watersheds: Revitalization Strategies for Etobicoke and
Mimico Creeks.. Greening Our Watersheds: Revitalization Strategies for
Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks won the 2003 OPPI Excellence in Planning
Award.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D49/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Ila Bossons
THAT a letter of thanks be sent to the Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks Watershed Task
Force members and staff who participated in the development of "Greening Our
Watersheds: Revitalization Strategies for Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks ".
AND FURTHER THAT the Chair of the Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks Task Force and staff
be authorized to attend the OPPI & OALA Conference awards banquet on Friday,
September 19th, 2003 at the Deerhurst Resort in Muskoka to accept the award.
CARRIED
RES. #A167 /03 - CANADIAN RIVERS DAY JUNE 8, 2003
Update on Canadian Rivers Day activities held on June 8, 2003.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D50/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Ila Bossons
THAT the Authority's member and area`municipalities be requested to include Canadian
Rivers Day, June 13, 2004 in their schedule of events for 2004.
CARRIED
RES. #A168 /03 - LEGAL POSITION WITH RESPECT TO ENVIRONMENTAL
ASSESSMENT PROCESS AND THE GTA NORTH TRANSPORTATION
CORRIDOR
A legal position related to the rights of the TRCA to influence the GTA
North Transportation Corridor Environmental Assessment Proposal.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D51 /03)
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Moved by:
Seconded by:
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Ila Bossons
THAT the legal opinion response related to the Environmental Assessment Process and
the GTA North Transportation Corridor be received.
SECTION 11 - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
RES. #A169 /03 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Dave Ryan
Michael Di Biase
CARRIED
THAT Ontario Regulation 158 Items 8.10.1 - 8.10.30, contained in Section 11 of Executive
Committee Minutes #6/03, held on July 4, 2003, be received.
RES. #A170 /03 - SECTION 11- ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Maria Augimeri
Linda Pabst
CARRIED
THAT Section II items 8.11 - 8.16, contained in Section II of Executive Committee Minutes
#6/03, held on July 4, 2003, be received.
CARRIED
Section I1 Items 8.11 - 8.16
PERMISSION TO ENTER TRCA PROPERTY
(Executive Res. #B92/03)
ETOBICOKE CREEK WATERSHED HYDROLOGY UPDATE
(Executive Res. #B93/03)
BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE, CITY OF TORONTO
(Executive Res. #B94/03)
TENDER OPENING SUB - COMMITTEE TENDER ES03 -06
(Executive Res. #B95/03)
SUPPLY OF COMPUTER HARDWARE
(Executive Res. #B96/03)
CANADIAN TENNIS ASSOCIATION (TENNIS CANADA)
(Executive Res. #897/03)
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RES. #A171 /03 - SECTION 1I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Irene Jones
Ron Moeser
THAT Ontario Regulation 158 items 11.1.1 - 11.1.49, contained in Section II of Executive
Committee Minutes #7/03, held on July 25, 2003, be received.
RES. #A172 /03 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ron Moeser
Jim McMaster
CARRIED
THAT Section II Items 11.2 - 11.9, contained In Section II of Executive Committee Minutes
#7/03, held on July 25, 2003, be received.
CARRIED
Section II items 11.2 - 11.9
LEGAL POSITION WITH RESPECT TO DELEGATED RESPONSIBILITIES TO THE EXECUTIVE
COMMITTEE
(Executive Res. #B 101 /03)
EXEMPTION OF MINOR LANDSCAPING WORKS FROM PERMIT APPROVALS PROCESS
UNDER ONTARIO REGULATION 158
(Executive Res. #B 102/03)
HUMBER ARBORETUM
(Executive Res. #8103/03)
EMERGENCY MAINTENANCE DREDGING ASHBRIDGE'S BAY PARK, COATSWORTH CUT
(Executive Res. #B 104/03)
STORMWATER ASSESSMENT MONITORING AND PERFORMANCE (SWAMP) PROGRAM -
STORMWATER FACILITY MONITORING REPORTS
(Executive Res. #B 105/03 & B107/03)
2003 LABORATORY ANALYTICAL SERVICES
(Executive Res. #8106/03)
APPLICATIONS FOR PERMITS PURSUANT TO ONTARIO REGULATION 158
(Executive Res. #8108/03)
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TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 10:20 a.m., on Friday, July 25, 2003.
Dick O'Brien
Chair
/ks
Brian Denney
Secretary- Treasurer
c.
THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #7/03
September 26, 2003
The Authority Meeting #7/03, was held in the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village,
on Friday, September 26, 2003. The Chair Dick O'Brien, called the meeting to order at
10:08 a.m.
PRESENT
Maria Augimeri Member
David Barrow Member
Lorna Bissell Member
Ila Bossons Member
Michael Di Blase Member
Susan DiMarco Member
Rob Ford Member
Anthony Ketchum Member
Pam McConnell Member
Dick O'Brien Chair
Gerri Lynn O'Connor Member
Bill O'Donnell Member
Linda Pabst Member
Joe Pantalone Member
Maja Prentice Member
Frank Scarpitti Member
Ian Sinclair Member
Tanny Wells Member
REGRETS
Bas Balkissoon Member
'Raymond Cho Member
Cliff Gyles Member
Suzan Hall Member
Irene Jones Member
Jim McMaster Vice Chair
Peter Milczyn Member
Ron Moeser Member
Dave Ryan Member
Sherene Shaw Member
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RES. #A173 /03 - MINUTES
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Linda Pabst
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #6/03, held on July 25, 2003, be approved.
BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES
RES. #A174 /03
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ila Bossons
Pam McConnell
CARRIED
THAT Mr. Ken Thompson, the benefactor of The Woodbridge Company Limited be
thanked for his $1 million dollar donation for the Don Valley Brickworks to be used for
Improvements at the site.
PRESENTATIONS
(a)
CARRIED
A presentation by Doug Dodge, Chair, Aquatic Habitat Restoration Strategy Advisory
Panel, and John Hartig, Detroit River Navigator, American Heritage Rivers, on item 10.1
- Toronto Waterfront Aquatic Habitat Restoration Strategy.
(b) A presentation by Jon Bell, Bio- Survey Specialist, Canadian Food Inspection Agency, in
regards to the Asian Long Horned Beetle.
RES. #A175 /03 - PRESENTATIONS
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Tanny Wells
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
THAT above -noted presentations (a) & (B) be received.
RES. #A176 /03 - ASIAN LONG- HORNED BEETLE
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Dick O'Brien
Michael Di Biase
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CARRIED
THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) work with Conservation
Ontario and TRCA's provincial and federal Members of Parliament in advocating for
immediate action to resolve the issue of a disposal site(s) and commencement of host
removal to control the infestation of the Asian Long- Horned Beetle recently identified in
the City of Toronto and City of Vaughan (Region of York);
THAT the Minister responsible for the GTA and the Chair of the GTA Caucus be requested
to convene an emergency meeting on this issue with senior federal, provincial and
municipal elected representatives and staff and TRCA representatives to resolve this
emerging environmental and economic situation;
THAT the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), the Association of Municipalities
of Ontario (AMO) and other affected agencies be circulated on these motions and be
requested to support this call for immediate action;
AND FURTHER THAT the TRCA staff monitor closely the proposed eradication methods
and continue to assist in the identification of affected areas.
RECORDED VOTE
Maria Augimeri
David Barrow
Lorna Bissell
Ila Bossons
Michael Di Biase
Susan DiMarco
Anthony Ketchum
Pam McConnell
Dick O'Brien
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Bill O'Donnell
Linda Pabst
Joe Pantalone
Maja Prentice
Frank Scarpitti
Ian Sinclair
Tanny Wells
THE MOTION WAS
RES. #A177/03 - ASIAN LONG - HORNED BEETLE
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Dick O'Brien
Joe Pantalone
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Yea
Yea
Yea
Yea
Yea
Yea
Yea
Yea
Yea
Yea
Yea
Yea
Yea
Yea
Yea
Yea
Yea
CARRIED
THAT the Minister of Agriculture be requested to make funding available immediately to
accelerate the investigation, the removal and replacement of the trees infected by the
Asian Long- Horned Beetle;
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THAT the Minister be requested to reimburse the affected agencies assisting in this
investigation;
AND FURTHER THAT communication efforts be accelerated to ensure that wood is not
transported from the affected area into other areas.
RECORDED VOTE
Maria Augimeri Yea
David Barrow Yea
Lorna Bissell Yea
Ila Bossons Yea
Michael Di Biase Yea
Susan DiMarco Yea
Anthony Ketchum Yea
Pam McConnell Yea
Dick O'Brien Yea
Gerri Lynn O'Connor Yea
Bill O'Donnell Yea
Linda Pabst Yea
Joe Pantalone Yea
Maja Prentice Yea
Frank Scarpitti Yea
Ian Sinclair Yea
Tanny Wells Yea
THE MOTION WAS CARRIED
SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION
RES. #A178/03 - TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR THE ADVISORY BOARDS
Approval of the Terms of Reference for the Business Excellence Advisory
Board, the Sustainable Communities Board and the Watershed
Management Advisory Board.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Tanny Wells
THAT the Terms of Reference for the Business Excellence Advisory Board as outlined in
Business Excellence Advisory Minutes #5103 be received;
AND FURTHER THAT the amended Terms of Reference for the Business Excellence
Advisory Board, the Sustainable Communities Board and the Watershed Management
Advisory Board outlined in the staff report be approved.
CARRIED
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BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #4/03, held on May 16, 2003, Res. #A103 /03 was approved as follows:
THAT the staff be directed to complete the Strategic Plan in accordance with the
following outline and present it to the Authority for approval in the fall of 2003;
AND FURTHER THAT effective for the Advisory Board meetings commencing in
September, 2003 that the "Finance and Business Development Advisory Board" be
renamed the "Business Excellence Advisory Board" and the "Public Use Advisory Board"
be renamed the "Sustainable Communities Advisory Board" and that the scope and
nature of staff reports to the respective boards be adjusted accordingly.
RATIONALE
Staff have revised the Terms of Reference for the three Advisory Boards to address the scope
and nature of the functions of the Boards in conjunction with the strategic direction of the
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) towards its vision for The Living City,
Accordingly, staff are recommending that the Terms of Reference for the-Business Excellence
Advisory Board (BEAB), Sustainable Communities Board (SCB) and the Watershed
Management Advisory Board (WMAB) as outlined in Attachment 2 be approved, while the
Authority and Executive Committee remain unchanged. The current and proposed Terms of
Reference for the three Advisory Boards are appended to the staff report.
At Business Excellence Advisory Board Meeting #5/03, held on September 5, 2003,
Res. #C11 /03 was approved as follows:
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT the amended Terms of
Reference of the Business Excellence Advisory Board be approved as described in this
report dated August 27, 2003.
The Terms of Reference discussed at BEAB Minutes #5/03 are enclosed in item 9.1 of this
agenda. However, given discussions at BEAB Meeting #5/03, and further examination of the
roles of the Advisory Boards, staff have revisited the Terms of Reference for the BEAB and are
recommending the revised Terms of Reference in Attachment 2, for approval.
The intention is to more clearly define the role of BEAB, which is to initiate, study, report on and
recommend a comprehensive program of internal organizational development and corporate
policies relating to essential services, land management of TRCA lands and facilities and
administrative management for the TRCA, the outcomes of which will enable TRCA to meet the
objectives of The Living City. Essentially, most items dealing with how TRCA operates and
conducts business will be brought to the BEAB, a number of which were previously considered
at the Finance and Business Development, Public Use and Watershed Management Advisory
Boards.
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The role of the Sustainable Communities Board will be to initiate, study, report on and
recommend a comprehensive program of community outreach and leadership development
towards the sustainable communities objective of The Living City. The Board will provide a
venue for innovative, leading edge and community -based partnerships, model examples and
new programs to create more sustainable communities. The recommended Terms of
Reference are outlined in Attachment 2.
Generally, the SCB will have an external focus to deal with issues related to new sustainability
initiatives and sustainable communities, such external policies, initiatives, models, and
planning and transportation issues. As indicated, the internal issues will be reported to either
the Business Excellence or Watershed Management Advisory Boards. The exception lies with
the Living City Centre where issues pertaining to the planning, development and
implementation of the Centre will be considered at the SCB. The rationale for this relates to the
scale of this project in delivering The Living City vision and the sustainable communities
objective in particular.
With this new structure, the SCB will help facilitate broader change in the community towards
sustainability, ultimately striving for TRCA's vision for The Living City. To this end, the SCB will
review communications from outside partners of the TRCA sustainability network, provided that
the relationship to The Living City program and the nature of the partnership is explicit.
Partnerships are core to the TRCA's involvement in emerging issues such as air quality,
environmental health, sustainable urban design and climate change, therefore new partnership
delivery models will be a regular element at the SCB.
The SCB will also provide an opportunity to demonstrate and raise awareness and the profile
of best practices. Items may be reviewed that showcase new infrastructure, technologies,
frameworks, tools or programs and the lessons - learned in order to increase their feasibility and
replicability across the Greater Toronto Area.
Some of the outcomes expected from the SCB process were identified in the report to the
Authority of May 16th and include a number of very exciting initiatives to be considered in the
upcoming months. These include items such as new Living ,City Centre plans'and programs
including the Mayors Megawatt Challenge and Greening the Urban Village, a clean air
partnership.
The WMAB's focus will remain on with issues related to the science of watershed and
waterfront management, and specifically to initiate, study, report and recommend a
comprehensive program of watershed and waterfront management for the region under the
jurisdiction of the TRCA. The recommended Terms of Reference are outlined in Attachment 2.
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DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
At Business Excellence Advisory Board Meeting #5/03, the Board requested that staff report
back on the governance of the TRCA and the establishment of a regular review of the
governance model. Recommendations for a regular review of the governance model will be
contained in a subsequent report. Staff will also be reviewing the structure of Board reports to
ensure information is clearly and efficiently presented, while the content continues to move
TRCA towards The Living City.
Report prepared by: Lisa King, extension 5386 & Kathy Stranks, extension 5264
For Information contact: Brian Denney, 416- 667 -6292
Date: September 10, 2003
Attachments: 2
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Attachment 1
Terms Of Reference For The Finance And Business Development
Advisory Board
(Adopted by Authority Resolution #A287/96, and #A233/97, November 28, 1997)
To initiate, study, report on, and recommend a comprehensive program of financial, personnel
and administrative management for the Authority, and, without restricting the foregoing, the
specific terms of reference shall include:
• budget policy, guidelines and annual recommendations
• banking and insurance policy
• purchasing policy
• audit and legal
• business development
• marketing and fundraising
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Terms Of Reference For The Public Use Advisory Board
(As Adopted by Authority Resolution #A81/97, April 25, 1997)
To initiate, study, report and recommend a comprehensive program for public use and land
management of Authority lands and facilities in the region under the jurisdiction of the
Authority, and without restricting the foregoing, the specific Terms of Reference shall include:
• developing and implementing strategies for public use of Authority lands which balance the
protection of natural and cultural features, with public use programs for enjoyment and life
long learning;
• policy, program and project development in the areas of outdoor recreation, environmental
education and heritage conservation;
• development, operations and maintenance of Black Creek Pioneer Village, Education
Centres, Conservation Areas and Kortright Centre for Conservation to provide valuable
experiences in attractive and safe environments and in the case of Black Creek Pioneer
Village to adhere to museum standards;
• inspire and support community involvement in program development, sponsorship,
security and resource protection at all Authority facilities;
• investigation of trends in outdoor recreation, monitoring of program participation and
development of facilities, activities and events which will generate sufficient user fees to
offset operating costs;
• provision of environmental education facilities and programs which illustrate the importance
of environmental management on a watershed basis, while meeting education curriculum
requirements;
• planning and development of inter - regional recreational facilities such as trails;
• recommendation and administration of regulations to control public use of Authority lands
and facilities
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Terms Of Reference For The Watershed Management
Advisory Board
(Adopted by Authority Resolution #A75/97, April 25, 1997)
To initiate, study, report and recommend a comprehensive program of watershed
management for the region under the jurisdiction of the Authority, and without restricting the
foregoing, the specific Terms of Reference shall include:
• development and implementation of watershed management strategies and shoreline
management strategies, based on ecosystem planning approaches, which integrate
environment, society and economy and are widely supported by municipalities, landowners
and communities;
• policy, program and project development in the areas of environmental management of
urban growth; protection and enhancement of "green infrastructure "; ecologically sound
agricultural practices; protection and restoration of headwaters, marshes and other
terrestrial and aquatic features.
• research and monitoring to understand and track watershed health;
• planning land acquisition including identification of critical properties for public ownership
to protect significant features and environmental functions such as habitat linkages;
• inspire and support community involvement in all aspects of environmental management
on a watershed basis;
• operation and maintenance of all Authority water management structures;
• location and phasing of remedial flood and erosion control projects and environmental
regeneration activities;
• development and operation of the flood warning and forecasting system;
• planning and development of waterfront recreational projects and environmental
regeneration activities;
• recommendation and administration of regulations for fill, construction and alteration to
waterways applicable to valley and waterfront lands, and the means of their enforcement;
• management agreements for Authority lands to be maintained by other agencies or
enabling the Authority to care for the lands of other owners.
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Attachment 2
Proposed Terms of Reference for the Business Excellence Advisory Board
To initiate, study, report on and recommend a comprehensive program of internal
organizational development and corporate policies relating to essential services, land
management of TRCA lands and facilities and administrative management for the TRCA, the
outcomes of which will enable TRCA to meet the objectives of The Living City.
Without restricting the foregoing, the specific Terms of Reference shall include:
• Strategic and Business plans;
• Budget, guidelines and annual budget recommendations;
• Liaison with The Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto and its fundraising initiatives;
• Banking, Audit and Legal services;
• Risk management;
• Business development and revenue generation;
• Governance and decision - making;
• Marketing, communications and fundraising;
• Financial procedures;
• Leases and other implementation tools for recreational and public use opportunities on
TRCA lands;
• Strategic partnerships and collaboration agreements;
• Business case and financial implications surrounding the implementation of projects,
programs and facilities;
,• Management agreements for TRCA lands to be maintained by other agencies or enabling
TRCA to care for the lands of other owners;
• Implementation of education, recreation, and public use opportunities on TRCA lands,
including Black Creek Pioneer Village, conservation areas, education field centres and
management plans;
• TRCA policy documents relating to, but not limited to:
• Human Resources
• Information Systems Technology and Management
• Banking and Audit
• Risk Management
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• Purchasing & Disposal of Equipment and Services
• Environmental Management Systems Targets
• Marketing /communications
• Land Management
• Education and Public Use Facilities.
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Proposed Terms of Reference for the Sustainable Communities Board
To initiate, study, report on and recommend a comprehensive program of community outreach
and leadership development towards the sustainable communities objective of The Living City.
Without restricting the foregoing, the specific Terms of Reference shall include:
• Program and project development in the areas of sustainable urban development and
growth management;
• The development, testing, protection and enhancement of "green infrastructure" and
ecological design practices in city - building;
• Emerging issues, implementation approaches and roles to achieve sustainable
communities in the areas of energy, air, climate change, urban agriculture and
environmental /human health;
• Innovative pilot projects, program models and partnerships;
• Ecologically sound agricultural practices;
• Formal and non - formal learning programs to address sustainable living;
• New community outreach program models;
• Sustainability monitoring and reporting initiatives;
• Planning and development of the Living City Centre at Kortright;
• Best Practices and demonstration opportunities in any of the above.
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Proposed Terms of Reference For The Watershed Management Advisory Board
To initiate, study, report and recommend a comprehensive program of watershed and
waterfront management for the region under the jurisdiction of the TRCA.
Without restricting the foregoing, the specific Terms of Reference shall include:
• Development and implementation of watershed management strategies and shoreline
management strategies, based on ecosystem planning approaches, which integrate
environment, society and economy and are widely supported by municipalities, landowners
and communities;
• Policy, program and project development in the areas of natural heritage management as
part of urban growth; protection and restoration of headwaters, marshes and other
terrestrial and aquatic systems;
Research and monitoring to understand and track watershed health;
• Planning land acquisition including identification of critical properties for public ownership
to protect significant features and environmental functions;
• Inspire and support community involvement in all aspects of environmental management
on a watershed basis;
• Location and phasing of remedial flood and erosion control projects and environmental
regeneration activities;
• Operation and maintenance of all TRCA water management structures;
• Development and operation of the flood warning and forecasting system;
• Planning and development of waterfront recreational projects and environmental
regeneration activities;
• Recommendation and administration of regulations for fill, construction and alteration to
waterways applicable to valley and waterfront lands, and the means of their enforcement;
• Watershed based source protection planning and implementation;
• Management of groundwater resource including its interaction with surface water.
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RES. #A179/03 - CONSULTANT TEAM SELECTION FOR THE LOWER DON RIVER
WEST REMEDIAL FLOOD PROTECTION PROJECT
The selection of a Consultant Team to develop a functional design for the
Lower Don River West Remedial Flood Protection Project.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Pam McConnell
Ila Bossons
THAT the Consultant Team led by Dillon Consulting Limited be retained to work with the
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff to develop a functional design
for the Lower Don River West Remedial Flood Protection Project through a coordinated
approach to address the provincial and federal Environmental Assessment requirements
using a Conservation Authority Class Environmental Assessment and an Environmental
Screening Report, respectively, at an upset cost of $421,520.00, excluding GST;
THAT staff be authorized to establish a 15% contingency fund to address any additional
work required for the purpose of this study;
THAT staff be directed to arrange for the soil and groundwater characterization study
related to this project in the event the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation
(TWRC) or its designates are unable to provide the required data, and this be considered
as an addition to this contract;
THAT the TWRC be requested to approve the award of this contract to the Dillon team;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to enter into all required legal agreements.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The Lower Don River West Remedial Flood Protection Project is the first of two projects to
proceed as part of the Naturalization and Flood Protection for the Lower Don River Delivery
Agreement signed on December 6, 2002 between the TWRC and TRCA.
The objective of the project is to provide a permanent flood protection solution that will remove
210 hectares of Toronto from the regulatory floodplain, west of the Don River.
Notices of Intent announcing the commencement of the Lower Don River West Remedial Flood
Protection Project were published in the Toronto Star on March 29, 2003, in the Beaches Mirror
on April 4, 2003 and March 28, 2003 and in the St. Lawrence & Downtown Community Bulletin
May 2003.
On April 8, 2003, the 1st Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) meeting for the Naturalization
and Flood Protection for the Lower Don River was held at St. Lawrence Hall. Thirty -five
representatives from twenty -six agencies and stakeholder groups attended this meeting. TAC
members were invited to review the draft Request for Proposal for this work and their
comments were included in the final call for proposals.
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On April 17, 2003, a Request for Expressions of Interest for the Lower Don River West Remedial
Flood Protection Project was submitted to thirty consulting firms who had previously expressed
interest in the two Lower Don River Projects, and to the BidNavigator Website. A Notice for
Requests for Expressions of Interest was also advertised in the April 17, 2003 Toronto Star.
On May 5, 2003, five consulting teams submitted Expressions of Interest. These consulting
teams were headed by the following:
1. XCG Consultants Limited
2. Golder Associates Limited
3. Totten Simms Hubicki Associates (1997) Limited
4. Dillon Consulting Limited
5. Earth Tech Canada Inc.
Following a detailed evaluation of the Expressions of Interest, the TRCA with the agreement of
TWRC, invited three of the five consulting teams to submit a proposal for the Lower Don River
West Remedial Flood Protection Project on July 23, 2003.
Consultant teams were asked to prepare a proposal to undertake the following activities as
part of this project:
1. Review existing information to identify information gaps
2. Develop detailed work plan, schedule, budget, and delivery plan
3. Conduct a socioeconomic study of the area
4. Integrate baseline studies being conducted by others:
• Aquatic Habitat Study (TRCA)
• Terrestrial Habitat Study (TRCA)
• Cultural Heritage Study (TRCA)
• Hydraulic Modeling Study (MMM)
• Soils and Groundwater Characterization Study (TWRC through ORC)
5. Rail Corridor Impact Assessment
6. Risk Assessment for West Nile Virus
7. Participate in Public and Stakeholder Communications
• Technical Advisory Committee
• Community Liaison Committee
• Public Consultation Forums
• Project Update Meetings
• Stakeholder Meetings
8. Undertake all other required activities for the preparation and submission of the Class EA
document including production of alternative designs
9. Undertake all other required activities for the preparation and submission of the CEAA
Document
10. Project Administration
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The following three teams submitted proposals on August 27, 2003:
1. Golder Associates Limited
2. Earth Tech Canada Inc.
3. Dillon Consulting Limited
A budget breakdown of the three proposals is as follows:
Budget Item
Golder -
Earth Tech
Dillon
Project Costs to Develop Coordinated EA
598,000.00
441,436.00
390,520.00
Extra Costs
Soil /Groundwater Characterization Study
(South of CN Railway)
50,100.00
10,900.00
31,000.00
Potential Part II Order Resolution
25,000.00
8,000.00
Note #2
Potential Issues Resolution (CEAA)
25,000.00
2,000.00
Note #2
Blue Ribbon Panel
30,000.00
Not Suggested
4,200.00
Not Suggested
2,500.00 per meeting
Additional Meetings
40,000.00
Address Gaps an Baseline Studies
Note #3
20,000.00
Note #4
Notes:
1. All fees are exclusive of GST.
2. Dillon's fees include $7,245.00 to resolve potential Part II Order Requests. Agency and
stakeholder concerns will be addressed on an ongoing basis through the EA process.
3. Golder's fees include the resolution of gaps in Baseline Studies.
4. Given a review of the supplied Baseline Study work plans and from knowledge of the area,
Dillon did not indicate the need for additional resources to address gaps in Baseline
Studies.
PROPOSAL REVIEW PROCESS
Proposal Presentation
The three consulting teams presented their proposals to the TAC at meeting #2/03, held on
August 29, 2003. TAC members were given the opportunity to request clarification following
each presentation from the consulting team. After all three presentations were completed, TAC
members discussed, in general terms, the presentations and highlighted key issues that
should receive special attention during the detailed proposal review.
Proposal Evaluations
TRCA staff and the TAC Proposal Review Sub - Committee each received detailed evaluation
sheets and copies of the three proposals on August 27, 2003.
The proposals were evaluated based on the following criteria:
• Relevant experience and expertise;
• Delivery approach;
• Ability to meet timelines;
• Conformity to administrative and delivery agreement requirements; and
• Innovation.
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TRCA Staff Evaluation
Initially, TRCA staff associated with the Baseline Study components met with project managers
to provide comments regarding how the consultant teams proposed to integrate the Baseline
Studies into the EA process. Evaluations were received from staff involved with the Aquatic
Habitat; Terrestrial Habitat and Cultural Heritage Studies.
Following this staff met to review the entire proposal. It was concluded that all consultant
teams would be capable of completing the project, with either Earth Tech or Dillon being the
preferred consultant team. Staff found that the Earth Tech and Dillon teams provided all
necessary requirements at costs significantly less than the Golder Team.
TAC Proposal Review Sub - Committee
The TAC Proposal Review Sub - Committee met with TRCA staff on September 9, 2003 to
provide their evaluation and comments on the proposals. The TAC Sub - Committee consisted
of representatives from the following agencies and stakeholders:
• City of Toronto;
• Ministry of Natural Resources;
• Ontario Realty Corporation;
• West Don Lands Committee; and
• Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation.
Comments were also received from representatives of GO Transit and CN pertaining to railway
operations and infrastructure, prior to the Sub - Committee meeting. A representative from
Transport Canada was invited to sit on the Sub - Committee, however their issues were deemed
to have been adequately addressed following the inclusion of their comments into the Request
for Proposals, prior to submission to the consulting teams.
The TAC Sub - Committee concluded that either Earth Tech or Dillon would be well suited to
carry out this project. While the proposal from the Golder Associates team had many excellent
elements, the higher cost could not be justified.
The TAC Sub - Committee recommended that a follow -up meeting be held with both Earth Tech
and Dillon to resolve outstanding questions and concerns arising from their proposals.
The proposal submitted by Golder Associates Limited was excessive in its scope of services
and budgeting given the scale of the project and availability of existing information, and was
consequently eliminated from competition at the advice of the TAC Sub - Committee, prior to the
follow -up meetings.
Follow -up Meetings with the Consultant Teams
Follow -up meetings were held on September 17, 2003 with the two consulting teams to
address specific issues raised during the review process. Each consulting team was asked to
respond to a number questions regarding their proposal.
As a result of these additional meetings, it was unanimously concluded by TRCA staff that the
proposal submitted by Dillon Consulting Limited provided the best combination of value,
service, delivery approach, expertise and demonstrated a good understanding of the project.
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The proposal submitted by Earth Tech Canada Inc. was deemed to be a close second, based
on expertise and understanding of the project.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
On TRCA and TWRC approval, Dillon Consulting Limited will immediately commence the
authorized activities.
The project schedule calls for the completion of the Functional Design and the Class EA and
CEAA Screening Report on or before October 15, 2004, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of
Hurricane Hazel.
Staff will provide status reports to the TRCA upon the completion of key project milestones.
The TWRC, through the Port lands preparation priority project have been working with Ontario
Realty Corporation to develop a delivery agreement that would include characterization of
groundwater and soil contamination which is important to this project. At this point no
agreement for this work has been finalized. If this work is not completed shortly TRCA may be
required to carry out this work as an amendment to this contract with Dillon.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Funds for the consulting team will be invoiced through the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization
Corporation on a monthly basis, through account number 190 -01.
Report prepared by: Ken Dion, extension 5230
For Information contact: Ken Dion, extension 5230
Date: August 22, 2003
RES. #A180/03 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION
PROJECT 2001 -2005
Flood Plain and Conservation Component / Duffins Creek Watershed
Tensilkote Limited (Pleasure Valley) and the Estate of Robert Kendall
McConnell, CFN 32424. Purchase of property east of Brock Road, south
of Albright Road, Township of Uxbridge, Regional Municipality of
Durham, under the "Natural Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition
Project 2001 - 2005" Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Duffins
Creek Watershed.
(Executive Res. #B 110/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Linda Pabst
THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) purchase lands from
Tensilkote Limited (Pleasure Valley) and the Estate of Robert Kendall McConnell on the
following basis:
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a) That 36.4 hectares (90 acres), more or Tess, of vacant land be purchased from
Tensilkote Limited (Pleasure Valley), being Part of Lots 9 and 10, Concession 5,
Township of Uxbridge, Regional Municipality of Durham;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
b) That 36.4 hectares (90 acres), more or Tess, of vacant land currently owned by the
Estate of Robert Kendall McConnell be acquired, being Part of Lots 7, 8 and 9,
Concession 5, Township of Uxbridge, Regional Municipality of Durham;
THAT the purchase price be $5,550 per acre i.e. $499,500;
THAT acquisition by TRCA is conditional on the availability of all necessary funding;
THAT upon closing the lands acquired by TRCA be leased to Pleasure Valley subject to
terms and rents satisfactory to TRCA and Pleasure Valley being negotiated;
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. #A181/03 - THE TORONTO BOARD OF TRADE
Renewal of Lease, CFN 23026.B. Request from the Toronto Board of
Trade, to renew the current lease for another 21 years, less a day.
(Executive Res. #B 111 /03 & B 112/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Maja Prentice
Ila Bossons
WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is in receipt of a
request from the Toronto Board of Trade to renew the current lease, which is due to
expire on December 31, 2005, for a further 21 years, less a day, to be effective from the
1st day of January 2004;
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 Toronto Board of Trade in this instance;
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THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA enter into a new lease arrangement with
the Toronto Board of Trade for golf course purposes;
THAT 9.64 hectares (23.819 acres) more of less, of TRCA owned land be leased to the
Board of Trade for golf course purposes, said lands being Part of Lots 8 and 9,
Concession Vlll, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, and further described as
Part 1 on Plan 65R -3733, under the following conditions:
(1)
the rental rate to be $24,000 per year payable $2,000 monthly in advance, plus
payment of all realty taxes and local improvement charges. The rental rate is to be
re- negotiated at 5 year intervals.
(ii) The term is to be 21 years Tess a day, commencing on or before January 1, 2004.
(iii) Provision be included in the lease to allow the Toronto Board of Trade the option to
renew for a further 21 years, less a day, at a mutually agreeable rental rate subject
to compliance with the Planning Act by the Board of Trade, if required.
(iv) All other terms and conditions included in Lease dated December 5, 1980, which
have not been amended by the aforementioned terms with the exception of the
renewal clause are to be included.
THAT the Authority's solicitor be directed to prepare a Lease Agreement using the above
as a basis and to Include any other terms and conditions as are considered necessary in
the interests of the Authority;
THAT said conveyance is subject to the approval of the Minister of Natural Resources in
accordance with the Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990,
Chapter C.27 as amended;
THAT the lease agreement require that the golf course be operated in accordance with
the Audubon standards for golf courses.
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. #A182/03 - FIVE YEAR LICENCE AGREEMENT
Pickering Naturalists, CFN 34389. The Authority is in receipt of request to
enter into a five year licence agreement with the Pickering Naturalists for
the development of a portion of the Altona Forest Trail on lands owned
by the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority.
(Executive Res. #B 113/03)
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Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Linda Pabst
THAT a five year licence agreement be entered into with the Pickering Naturalists for the
development of a portion of the Altona Forest Trail on lands owned by the Conservation
Authority.
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. #A183/03 - THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL
Conveyance of Land for the Widening and Reconstruction of Mayfield
Road between Summer Valley Drive and Colonel Bertram Road, City of
Brampton, Etobicoke Creek Watershed, CFN 34050. Receipt of a request
from The Regional Municipality of Peel for conveyance of land for the
widening and reconstruction of Mayfield Road between Summer Valley
Drive and Colonel Bertram Road, City of Brampton.
(Executive Res. #B 114/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Joe Pantalone
Bill O'Donnell
WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is in receipt of a
request from The Regional Municipality of Peel to convey certain lands for the widening
and reconstruction of Mayfield Road between Summer Valley Drive and Colonel Bertram
Road, City of Brampton;
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 Peel in this instance;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT a parcel of TRCA owned land containing
0.1105 hectares, more or less, (0.273 acres) be conveyed to The Regional Municipality of
Peel for the widening and reconstruction of Mayfield Road between Summer Valley Drive
and Colonel Bertram Road, said lands being Part of Lots 61 and 64, Plan CH -8, City of
Brampton, Regional Municipality of Peel, designated as Part 1 on a plan of survey
prepared by Young and Young Surveying Inc., under their Job No. 02- B4378EXBA
together with a temporary easement over Part 2 on a plan of survey prepared by Young
and Young Surveying Inc., under their Job No. 02- B4378EXBA;
THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal, survey and other
related costs;
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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 Peel;
THAT The Regional Municipality of Peel is to fully indemnify and save harmless TRCA
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.
AMENDMENT
RES. #A184 /03
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Joe Pantalone
Bill O'Donnell
THAT the following be inserted before the last paragraph of the main motion:
THAT the conveyance of land be subject to a landscaping plan, subject to the approval of
TRCA staff;
AND FURTHER THAT all future conveyance of land recommendations include a
requirement for a landscaping plan which meets the approval of TRCA staff.
THE AMENDMENT WAS CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED
RES. #A185 /03 - BELL CANADA
Conveyance of Land for the Construction of a Telecommunications
Cabinet, Humber River Watershed, City of Vaughan, Regional
Municipality of York, CFN 34273. Receipt of a request from Bell Canada
for conveyance of land for the construction of a telecommunications
cabinet, on the east side of Islington Avenue, north of Rutherford Road
(south of the entrance to 9751 Canada Company Avenue), Humber River
Watershed, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York.
(Executive Res. #B 115/03)
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Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Linda Pabst
WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is in receipt of a
request from Bell Canada to convey certain lands for the construction of a
telecommunications cabinet, on the east side of Islington Avenue, north of Rutherford
Road (south of the entrance to 9751 Canada Company Avenue), Humber River
Watershed, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York;
AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of the TRCA 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 Bell Canada in this instance;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT a parcel of TRCA land containing a total of
0.008 hectares (0.02 acres), more or Tess, be granted to Bell Canada for a
telecommunications cabinet, said land being Part of Lot 18, Concession 7, City of
Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York as shown on a drawing prepared by Bell Canada
and described as Plan 701;
THAT consideration is to be the sum of $10,000.00, plus all legal, survey, and other costs;
THAT Bell Canada 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 conveyance or carrying out the construction;
THAT an archaeological investigation is to be conducted before any site disturbance with
any mitigative measures required being carried out at the expense of Bell Canada;
THAT said conveyance 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.
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CARRIED
RES. #A186/03 - CITY OF TORONTO
Request for an additional Permanent Easement for the installation of a
hydro cable to supply power to a flowmeter on an existing forcemain and
access, Rouge River Watershed, City of Toronto (East Community)
CFN 32967. Receipt of a request from the City of Toronto to provide an
additional permanent easement for the installation of a hydro cable to
supply power to a flowmeter on an existing forcemain and access, north
of Sheppard Avenue East, east of Meadowvale Road, Rouge River
Watershed, City of Toronto (East Community).
(Executive Res. #B 116/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Linda Pabst
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 and access, 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;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT a permanent easement containing 0.101
hectares, more or less, (0.251 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 and access,
said land being Part of, Lot 4, Concession 3, City of Toronto (East Community) and
designated as Parts 1 to 6 inclusive on a Plan of Survey prepared by the City of Toronto
Works and Emergency Services under their Plan Number P.1622 -13;
THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal, survey and other
costs;
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 Economic Development, Culture and Tourism Department and the
Toronto Zoo;
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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;
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.
AND FURTHER THAT Resolution #A76/02 adopted by the Members of TRCA at meeting
#4/02 held on April 26, 2002 be rescinded.
CARRIED
RES. #A187/03 - CITY OF TORONTO
Request for a Permanent Easement for a 300mm Diameter Watermain,
Humber River Watershed, City of Toronto, CFN 34530. Receipt of a
request from the City of Toronto to provide a permanent easement for a
300mm diameter watermain, on the north side of Wilson Avenue, east of
Jane Street (beneath the Black Creek flood control channel), in the City
of Toronto (North York Community Council Area).
(Executive Res. #B 117/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Linda Pabst
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 a 300mm diameter
watermain, on the north side of Wilson Avenue, east of Jane Street (beneath the Black
Creek flood control channel), in the City of Toronto (North York Community Council
Area);
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 cooperate with the City of Toronto In
this instance;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT a permanent easement containing a total of
0.080 hectares (0.02 acres), more or less, be granted to the City of Toronto for a 300mm
diameter watermain, said land being Part of Block A, Registered Plan 3732, City of
Toronto, as shown on a plan prepared by the City of Toronto Works & Emergency
Services Department - Technical Services Division, Contract No. 03D3 -25WS, Drawing
No. W -62, Sheet 1 of 4 dated July 22, 2003;
THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal, survey, and other
costs;
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THAT the City of Toronto is to fully indemnify TRCA from any and all claims from 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 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 to the satisfaction of TRCA all at the expense of the City of Toronto;
THAT the granting of this easement is subject to the approval of the City of Toronto
Economic Development, Culture & Tourism Department who manage these lands on the
TRCA's behalf;
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 TRCA officials be authorized and directed to take
whatever action may be required to give effect hereto, including the obtaining of
necessary approvals and the execution of any documents.
CARRIED
RES. #A188 /03 - EMERGENCY MAINTENANCE DREDGING, ASHBRIDGE'S BAY
PARK, COATSWORTH CUT
Extension of Contract ES03 -13 to Soderholm Maritime Services for
additional maintenance dredging of the navigation channel at
Coatsworth Cut, Ashbridge's Bay Park, in the City of Toronto.
(Executive Res. #B 118/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Linda Pabst
THAT Soderholm Maritime Services, undertake additional maintenance dredging at
Coatsworth Cut, Ashbridge's Bay Park, in the City of Toronto for a total estimated
additional cost of $55,000 excluding G.S.T.
CARRIED
RES. #A189 /03 - URBAN AGRICULTURE PROJECT
To hire C. Brad Peterson of Environmental Management and Landscape
Architecture (EMLA) to undertake an economic and operational feasibility
assessment and prepare a conceptual design for the Black Creek Urban
Agriculture Project.
(Executive Res. #B 119/03)
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Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Linda Pabst
THAT the consulting firm of Environmental Management and Landscape Architecture be
retained to undertake an economic and operational feasibility assessment and prepare a
conceptual design for the site of the proposed Black Creek Urban Agriculture Project at a
cost not to exceed $10,000, excluding GST.
CARRIED
RES. #A190 /03 - REVISED PROJECT FOR THE ETOBICOKE MOTEL STRIP
WATERFRONT PARK (March, 1993)
Status Report on Outstanding Expropriations and Other Litigation
Matters, CFN 23218. Update on status of proceedings with respect to
lands expropriated and other litigation matters in the Humber Bay Shores
area (Etobicoke Motel Strip) of the City of Toronto.
(Executive Res. #B 122/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Linda Pabst
THAT the report dated September 3, 2003 regarding the current status of proceedings
with respect to lands expropriated and other litigation matters in the Humber Bay Shores
area (Etobicoke Motel Strip) of the City of Toronto be received.
CARRIED
RES. #A191 /03 - REVIEW OF TERMS OF REFERENCE
As a result of the Authority's approval of the Strategic Plan and the
Business plan process, the terms of reference of the Business Excellence
Advisory Board should be reviewed.
(Business Excellence Res. #C 11 /03)
Moved by:
Seconded by
Maja Prentice
Anthony Ketchum
THAT the terms of reference of the Business Excellence Advisory Board be approved as
described in this report dated August 27, 2003.
CARRIED
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RES. #A192 /03 - SMOG ALERT RESPONSE POLICY
Adoption of a formal Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA)
response plan on GTA Smog Alert Days.
(Business Excellence Res. #C12 /03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Maja Prentice
Anthony Ketchum
THAT the attached Smog Alert Policy be approved.
RES. #A193 /02 -
Moved by:
Seconded by:
CORPORATE PESTICIDE POLICY
Adoption of a Corporate Pesticides Policy.
(Business Excellence Res. #C13 /03)
Maja Prentice
Anthony Ketchum
THAT the attached Pesticide Policy be approved.
RES. #A194 /03 - CORRESPONDENCE
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D55/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Anthony Ketchum
Ian Sinclair
CARRIED
CARRIED
THAT TRCA officially declare the week of September 29 - October 4, 2003, as "Rouge
Park Week ".
CARRIED
RES. #A195 /03 - NATURAL HERITAGE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
Toronto Waterfront Aquatic Habitat Restoration Strategy (TWAHRS). The
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA), in partnership with
various agencies under the direction of an Advisory Panel, has
completed a comprehensive Aquatic Habitat Restoration. Strategy for the
Toronto Waterfront.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D56/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Anthony Ketchum
Ian Sinclair
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THAT the Toronto Waterfront Aquatic Habitat Restoration Strategy developed under the
Authority Natural Heritage Management Program be endorsed;
THAT staff be directed to solicit support and endorsement of the Strategy from the
Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation (TWRC), the City of Toronto, Fisheries and
Oceans of Canada, the Ministry of Natural Resources, Environment Canada, the Ministry
of Environment, the Toronto Port Authority and other stakeholders as identified;
THAT staff be directed to implement the Strategy recommendations of the Advisory
Panel, including the establishment of an inter - agency coordinating mechanism to deliver
the strategy, as well as, the delivery of habitat restoration workshops for the public and
private sector;
THAT the TRCA thank the members of the Advisory Panel and the Agency Stakeholder
Committee for their support and contribution to the development of this Strategy;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to provide a progress report to the Board at an
appropriate future date outlining the progress on Strategy Implementation, including
stakeholder endorsements.
CARRIED
RES. #A196/03 - WORKPLAN TO FULFILL THE WATERSHED PLANNING
REQUIREMENTS OF THE OAK RIDGES MORAINE CONSERVATION
PLAN (ORMCP)
Documentation of a generic watershed planning process and adoption of
that process for the preparation of watershed plans and associated
budgets for fulfilling the ORMCP watershed planning requirements of our
partner municipalities.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D57/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Anthony Ketchum
IarrSinclair
THAT the Integrated Watershed Planning Process described in Part 1 of the Workplan to
Fulfill the Watershed Planning Requirements of the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation
Plan (ORMCP) Regulation (O.Reg. 140/02) be used to guide the preparation of work
plans and budgets for Individual watershed plans throughout the TRCA jurisdiction, and
particularly for those watersheds draining the Oak Ridges Moraine;
THAT staff be directed to undertake the preparation of watershed plans, as per the
planning schedule set out in this report, in cooperation with our watershed partners;
THAT staff promote this watershed planning process as the basis for the preparation of
watershed -based source protection plans and report back on any necessary
modifications, as the specific requirements of source protection plans or provincial
ORMCP watershed planning guidelines become known;
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AND FURTHER THAT all regional and local municipalities within the TRCA jurisdiction be
informed of TRCA's long range watershed planning work program and of the Authority's
commitment to undertaking this work in full co- operation with its watershed
municipalities.
CARRIED
RES. #A197 /03 - CONSERVATION ONTARIO'S WATERSHED -BASED
DEMONSTRATION PROJECTS '
Completion and public release of five Watershed -Based Demonstration
Projects and comparison to Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's
(TRCA) current practices.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D58/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Anthony Ketchum
Ian Sinclair
THAT this staff report, including information on how to obtain copies of the five
Watershed -Based Demonstration Project reports, be distributed to member
municipalities;
AND FURTHER THAT staff incorporate lessons learned from these demonstration
projects into TRCA's watershed planning and overall watershed management activities.
CARRIED
RES. #A198 /03 -
Moved by:
Seconded by:
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FOR THE NATURALIZATION AND
FLOOD PROTECTION OF THE LOWER DON RIVER
Lower Don River West Remedial Flood Protection Project. Establishment
of a Community Liaison Committee as per the requirements of the
Conservation Authority Class Environmental Assessment for the
Naturalization and Flood Protection of the Lower Don River.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D59/03)
Anthony Ketchum
Ian Sinclair
THAT a Community Liaison Committee (CLC) be established as per the requirements of
the Conservation Authority Class Environmental Assessment for Remedial Flood and
Erosion Control Projects, to assist the TRCA and consultants in reaching out and
maintaining contact with community residents, groups, associations and organizations,
and that the CLC provide community input to the Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority (TRCA), for the Lower Don River West Remedial Flood Protection Project, as
required;
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THAT the Terms of Reference, including the membership be approved;
THAT any costs incurred by the TRCA in establishing the CLC be attributed to the Lower
Don River West Remedial Flood Protection Project;
THAT Cynthia Wilkey, Ron Fletcher and John Wilson be thanked for assisting in
Identifying members for the CLC;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Board as required on the final list of
members in October 2003.
CARRIED
RES. #A199/03 - GTA TASK FORCE ON THE FUTURE OF THE ONTARIO MUNICIPAL
BOARD
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's (TRCA) presentation to the
GTA Task Force on Ontario Municipal Board reform.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D60/03 & D61/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Anthony Ketchum
Ian Sinclair
WHEREAS the TRCA has participated in the consultations of the GTA Task Force
convened to make recommendations for OMB reform;
WHEREAS the TRCA endorses the GTA Task Force recommendations respecting:
1. Updating the role of the OMB;
2. Enabling timely municipal decisions based on complete information;
3. Supporting citizen participation; and
4. Promoting an independenta and fair tribunal;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT the Minister of Municipals Affairs and Housing
be advised that the TRCA is concerned that while the recommendations, if Implemented,
will substantially improve the OMB process, the TRCA requests the Minister also give
careful consideration to the role the OMB should have within the province's Smart Growth
program in integrating ecological and sustainable considerations into its decisions, and
specifically, to ensuring that cumulative impacts to ecological systems do not result from
site specific development considerations;
THAT staff continue to monitor the progress of the GTA Task Force in affecting change to
the Ontario Municipal Board process and report at a later date;
AND FURTHER THAT the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing and the Attorney
General be so advised.
CARRIED
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RES. #A200 /03 - GENERAL IMPACTS OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON FLOOD RISK IN
THE GREAT LAKES BASIN, AND TRCA WATERSHEDS
Review of the staff report on the potential impacts of climate change on
flood risk.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D62/03 & D63/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Anthony Ketchum
Ian Sinclair
THAT staff be directed to continue to work with Environment Canada in an attempt to
further research and evaluate the potential Impacts of a changing climate on flood risk.
AND FURTHER THAT staff enter into discussions with the Professional Engineers
Association and the Municipal Engineers Association in regards to the design standards
for bridges and other municipal infrastructure.
RES. #A201 /03 -
Moved by:
Seconded by:
CARRIED
2003 - 2006 SNELGROVE REACH HABITAT REGENERATION PLAN
Etobicoke Creek. Approval of the 2003 - 2006 Snelgrove Reach Habitat
Regeneration Plan and direction to proceed with implementation in
concert with the development and implementation of the Snelgrove
Community Action Area Plan.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D64/03)
Anthony Ketchum
Ian Sinclair
THAT the 2003 - 2006 Snelgrove Reach Habitat Regeneration Plan be approved;
THAT staff be directed to develop partnerships, seek funding and initiate implementation
of the Snelgrove Reach Habitat Regeneration Plan in concert with the development and
implementation of the Snelgrove Community Action Area Plan; '
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back on the progress of the implementation of the 2003
- 2006 Snelgrove Reach Habitat Regeneration Plan.
RES. #A202 /03 - ONTARIO'S LIVING LEGACY FUNDING
Information regarding Living Legacy Funding.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D65/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Anthony Ketchum
Ian Sinclair
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CARRIED
THAT the project for the Ontario Living Legacy Funds involving an investment of
provincial funding of $325,000 for habitat restoration projects within the Duffins Creek
watershed and at Frenchman's Bay be approved.
CARRIED
RES. #A203 /03 - DON VALLEY BRICK WORKS
Approval of a minor amendment to the Don Valley Brick Works Master
Plan 1994 to reflect the enhanced access to the site in addition to a small
off leash dog area which will help to protect the Weston Quarry Garden.
These improvements will be funded through a generous donation to the
City of Toronto from The Woodbridge Company Limited.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D66/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Anthony•Ketchum
Ian Sinclair
THAT the minor amendment to the Don Valley Brick Works Master Plan be approved to
reflect the proposed enhanced access to the site in addition to a small off leash dog area
which will protect the continuing regeneration of the Weston Quarry Garden;
AND FURTHER THAT The Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto be advised of the
change to the Don Valley Brick Works Master Plan 1994 by copy of this report.
CARRIED
RES. #A204 /03 - ETOBICOKE- MIMICO WATERSHEDS COALITION
Minutes of Meeting #3/03 and #4/03. The minutes of the
Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition meetings #3/03 and #4/03, held
on May 22, 2003 and July 24, 2003, respectively, are provided for -
information.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D67/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Anthony Ketchum
Ian Sinclair
THAT the minutes of the Etoblcoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition meetings #3/03 and
#4/03, held on May 22, 2003 and July 24, 2003, respectively, as appended, be received.
CARRIED
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RES. #A205 /03 - HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE
Minutes of Meetings #3/03 and #4/03. The minutes of Humber
Watershed Alliance meetings #3/03 and #4/03, held on June 23, 2003
and July 15, 2003, respectively, are provided for information
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D68/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Anthony Ketchum
Ian Sinclair
THAT the minutes of the Humber Watershed Alliance meetings #3/03 and #4/03, held on
June 23, 2003 and July 15, 2003, respectively, as appended, be received.
CARRIED
SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
RES. #A206 /03 - SECTION 11 - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Maja Prentice
Susan DiMarco
THAT Ontario Regulation 158 items 8.11.1 - 8.11.44, contained In Section II of Executive
Committee Minutes #8/03, held on September 5, 2003, be received.
RES. #A207 /03 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Pam McConnell
Linda Pabst
CARRIED
THAT Section II items 8.12 - 8.22, contained in Executive Committee Minutes #8/03, held
on September 5, 2003, be received.
CARRIED
Section 11 Items 8.12 - 8.22
REQUEST FOR DISPOSAL OF AUTHORITY -OWNED LAND
(Executive Res. #B 125/03)
HYDRAULIC MODELING, COORDINATED CLASS - CEAA ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
FOR THE LOWER DON RIVER WEST REMEDIAL FLOOD PROTECTION PROJECT
(Executive Res. #B 126/03)
HIGHLAND CREEK WATERSHED HYDROLOGY UPDATE
(Executive Res. #B 127/03)
SHOREPLAN ENGINEERING LIMITED - CONTRACT EXTENSION
(Executive Res. #B 128/03)
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Section II Items cont'd
OBLIQUE LOW LEVEL AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY OF THE HUMBER RIVER, ETOBICOKE
CREEK AND MIMICO CREEK
(Executive Res. #B 129/03)
DEVELOPMENT OF A WEB MAP BROWSER FOR DISPLAYING LOW LEVEL OBLIQUE
PHOTOGRAPHY OF TRCA's WATERSHEDS AND WATERFRONT
(Executive Res. #B 130/03)
COLD CREEK CONSERVATION AREA - PHASE II ENVIRONMENTAL SITE ASSESSMENT
(Executive Res. #B 131 /03)
TENDER OPENING SUB - COMMITTEE, TENDER ES03 -08
(Executive Res. #B 132/03)
TENDER OPENING SUB - COMMITTEE, TENDER ES03 -09
(Executive Res. #B 133/03)
MAPLE SYRUP TENDERS CA 03 -001, CA 03 -002 AND CA 03 -003
(Executive Res. #B 134/03)
CONTRACT FOR PURCHASE OF GREEN ELECTRICITY
(Executive Res. #B 135/03)
SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF ANOTHER BOARD
RES. #A208/03 - SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF ANOTHER BOARD
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Maja Prentice
Anthony Ketchum
THAT Section IV items 9.4 & 9.5, contained in Business Excellence Advisory Board
Minutes #5/03, held on September 5, 2003, be received.
CARRIED
Section IV Items 9.4 & 9.5
FINANCIAL PROGRESS REPORT
(Business Excellence Res. #C14 /03)
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE STATUS REPORT
(Business Excellence Res. #C15 /03)
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RES. #A209 /03 - SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF ANOTHER BOARD
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Anthony Ketchum
Ian Sinclair
THAT Section IV item 10.13 - Regional Report Card Progress and 2001 Regional
Monitoring Program Status Report, contained in Watershed Management Advisory Board
Minutes #4/03, held on September 12, 2003, be received.
CARRIED
NEW BUSINESS
RES. #A210 /03
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Anthony Ketchum
Tanny Wells
THAT the Don Council Members, staff and volunteers be congratulated and thanked for
their work on the 10 years on the Don event.
CARRIED
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11:58 a.m., on Friday, September 26, 2003.
Dick O'Brien
Chair
/ks
Brian Denney
Secretary- Treasurer
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c.
THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #8/03
October 31, 2003
The Authority Meeting #8/03, was held in the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village
, on Friday, October 31, 2003. The Chair Dick O'Brien, called the meeting to order at
10:06 a.m.
PRESENT
Maria Augimeri Member
David Barrow Member
Lorna Bissell Member
Ila Bossons Member
Raymond Cho Member
Michael Di Biase Member
Irene Jones Member
Anthony Ketchum Member
Jim McMaster Vice Chair
Dick O'Brien Chair
Bill O'Donnell Member
Joe Pantalone Member
Dave Ryan Member
Frank Scarpitti Member
Ian Sinclair Member
Tanny Wells Member
REGRETS
Bas Balkissoon Member
Susan DiMarco Member
Rob Ford Member
Cliff Gyles Member
Suzan Hall Member
Pam McConnell Member
Peter Milczyn Member
Ron Moeser Member
Gerri Lynn O'Connor Member
Linda Pabst Member
Maja Prentice Member
Sherene Shaw Member
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RES. #A211 /03 - MINUTES
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Dave Ryan
Jim McMaster
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #7/03, held on September 26, 2003, be approved.
CARRIED
DELEGATIONS
(a)
Fred Degasperis, Metrus Development Inc., speaking in regards to item 9.1 - Proposed
Administration Fees for Planning Services and Permitting.
RES. #A212 /03 - DELEGATIONS
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
David Barrow
THAT delegation (a) be added to the agenda.
CARRIED
RES. #A213 /03 - DELEGATIONS
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Lorna Bissell
Ila Bossons
THAT above -noted delegation (a) be heard and received.
CARRIED
CORRESPONDENCE
(a) An email dated October 29, 2003, from Madeleine McDowell, Chair, Humber Heritage
Committee, in regards to items 8.6 - Cold Creek Fluvial Geomorphology Study - Award
of Contract and 8.7 - Centreville Creek Erosion Analysis - Award of Contract.
(b) A letter dated October 31, 2003, from Fraser Nelson, General Manager, Metrus
Development Inc., in regards to item 9.1 - Proposed Administration Fees for Planning
Services and Permitting.
RES. #A214 /03 - CORRESPONDENCE
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Lorna Bissell
Ila Bossons
THAT above -noted correspondence (a) and (b) be received.
CARRIED
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CORRESPONDENCE (A)
"Madeleine McDowell" <m.mcdowell @sympatico.ca> on 10/29/2003
07:23:57 PM
Please respond to 'Madeleine McDowell' <m.mcdowell @sympatico.ca>
To: Kathy Stranks /MTRCA @MTRCA
cc:
Subject: Friday agenda
The Chair and Members,
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
5 Shoreham Drive,
Downsview, Ontario M3N 1S4
Dear Chairman O'Brien:
October 28th 2003
The Humber Heritage Committee is pleased that the Authority is proceeding with contracts for the
Cold Creek fluvial geomorphology study and Centerville Creek erosion analysis.
We anticipate their future usefulness in the monitoring, maintenance and encouragement of
ground water recharge. Also the element of water quality control, in an increasingly urban
environment, is an aspect of wet weather flow for which these streams need protection.
Even more important, they add to the knowledge base which could assist in future protection of
base flow, with the ability to anticipate and prevent both its Toss and its fluctuation. This has long
been a matter of serious concern to us.
All best regards,
Yours sincerely,
Madeleine McDowell
Chair, Humber Heritage Committee
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CORRESPONDENCE (B)
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5 Shoreham Drive,
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Attention: Mr. Dick O'Brien
Chair
Reference: Proposed Administration Fees for Planning Services and
Permitting
Dear Sir,
We would like to take this opportunity to provide our comments on the proposed
fee increase: -off correctly point out 'that the service level is suffering because of
underfundlrig. They also dearly -state ithaf improvements to the development
review level of service are to occur in tandem with a major overhaul of TRCA's
plan review and permitting fee collection process.
We agree with the reports linking oo service delivery and adequate funding. The
recommendations however, call for an immediate increase in the fee with the
plan review overhaul to occur later. We believe the fee indrease and
implementation of the new plan revlewprocess must be concurrent in onder•to
have acceptance by all stakeholders.
It Is our request that the fee increase be effective at the same time as the new
plan review is implemented. We would be glad to participate with other
stakeholders, In particular the local - municipalities and UDi, to finalize the plan
review process. We estimate this=wi)%ki require appr'oxlmateiy 2 Months tir ie.-It
would be time well spent to ensursstakeholder acceptance of both the additional
costs and approval process. - = -
Yours truly,
METRUS,B'EVELOPMENT INC.
Fra elson,
General Manager
FwFlia CA
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SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION
RES. #A215/03 - CENTREVILLE CREEK SUBWATERSHED PLAN
Completion of Phase 1 of the subwatershed planning process for
Centreville Creek, with the formation of a Stakeholders Focus Group and
status of the Centreville Creek Subwatershed Plan.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Jim McMaster
Joe Pantalone
THAT staff proceed with Centreville Creek Subwatershed Plan Phase 2 (Analysis and
Integration), and Phase 3 (Development of the Plan) In consultation with the Steering
Committee and Stakeholder Focus Group;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back on the completion of the draft plan In Spring 2004.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #11/02, held on January 10, 2003, resolution #A288/03 was approved as
follows:
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.
Technical studies and field data collection to fill information gaps and develop predictive
modeling tools were initiated during the spring and summer of 2002. A draft Phase 1 report
providing a summary of existing conditions in the Centreville Creek subwatershed was
completed in June 2003. A steering committee meeting was held on June 18th, 2003 to review
the draft Phase 1 report and set the direction for Phase 2 of the subwatershed planning
process. The draft Phase 1 report is scheduled to be finalized in January 2004 in the interest of
incorporating new baseline data in the characterization of current conditions and to capitalize
on new information and modeling tools being generated through concurrent studies (i.e.,
Region of Peel Groundwater Studies, York -Peel- Durham Groundwater Management Study).
A stakeholder focus group has been formed, bringing together elected officials, municipal staff
and representatives of local businesses and special interest groups to provide an effective
forum for their involvement in developing the subwatershed plan. Two stakeholder focus
group workshops have been held (August 13th and September 30th, 2003), during which
participants helped to identify local watershed management issues and opportunities, define
the goals and objectives of the plan and define the alternative resource use scenarios that will
be examined in Phase 2 of the planning process. Each workshop was attended by fifteen or
more enthusiastic stakeholders.
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Based on Stakeholder Focus Group input, the goals and objectives of the Centreville Creek
Subwatershed Plan will be grouped into the themes of Water, Habitat, Landform, and Society.
The objectives of the Humber Watershed Strategy, Legacy: A Strategy for a Healthy Humber,
that are relevant to the watershed management issues and opportunities that exist in
Centreville Creek subwatershed will provide the basis for subwatershed plan objectives relating
to these four broad themes. Stakeholders have indicated that the subwatershed plan should
be action- oriented, and provide direction for management and stewardship action over a five to
ten year implementation time frame.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
The Centreville Creek Subwatershed Plan is now entering Phase 2 of the process.
Phase 2 - Analysis and Integration July 2003 to December 2003
This phase focuses on examining the effects that anticipated changes to land and water use
could have on the health of the subwatershed. Computer modeling techniques and expert
analysis will be utilized to predict the response of the natural system to alternative scenarios of
resource use and management approaches. At least three scenarios will be examined; 1)
Existing conditions; 2) Anticipated new development and water use to 2021 with the current
management approach; and, 3) Anticipated new development and water use to 2021 with an
enhanced management approach.
Based on an integrated examination of these scenarios and input from steering committee
members and stakeholder focus group participants, preferred management strategies will be
identified and specific targets for key indicators of watershed health will be established.
Phase 3 - Developing the Plan January 2004 to May 2004
This phase of the study involves building consensus among all participants in the planning
process on a set of preferred management strategies, and preparing the final subwatershed
plan which integrates and communicates the outcome of the process.' Input from steering
committee members, stakeholder focus group participants and the public will be solicited
through meetings, workshops, public open house events and a technical peer review process.
Key components of the final subwatershed plan will include:
1. A description of existing conditions;
2. Subwatershed - specific goals, objectives and targets related to the protection, rehabilitation
and enhancement of the features, functions and linkages of the natural system;
3. Evaluations of the predicted response of the natural system to implementing municipal
official plans and alternative management approaches;
4. Recommendations for best management practibes and stewardship opportunities;
5. Strategies for implementing the recommendations of the plan; and,
6. A monitoring program to assess whether the goals, objectives and targets are being
achieved by all stakeholders.
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FINANCIAL DETAILS
Development of the Centreville Creek Subwatershed Plan has been granted funding approval
from the Regional Municipality of Peel through the Peel Water Management Project.
Report prepared by: Dean Young, extension 5662
For Information contact: Dean Young, extension 5662
Date: October 6, 2003
RES. #A216/03 - ETOBICOKE CREEK HEADWATERS SUBWATERSHED PLAN
Initiation of Phase 1 of the subwatershed planning process for the
Etobicoke Creek Headwaters, development of the work program, and
formation of the steering committee.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Jim McMaster
Joe Pantalone
THAT staff proceed with formation of the Steering Committee and Initiation of Phase 1 of
the Etobicoke Creek Headwaters Subwatershed Plan;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back on the completion of Phase 1 in Winter 2004.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
As part of the Region of Peel Water Management Project, a subwatershed planning process for
the Etobicoke Creek Headwaters is scheduled to be undertaken by the Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority (TRCA) in 2003, in partnership with the Region of Peel, the Town of
Caledon and the City of Brampton.
The Etobicoke Creek Headwaters Subwatershed Plan will provide enhanced direction to
municipalities and private landowners with regard to environmental protection, conservation
and restoration within the contexts of existing land and water use, and the planning of future
development, to ensure Tong -term ecological sustainability of the natural features and functions
of the subwatershed. The Etobicoke Creek Headwaters Subwatershed Plan will support the
broad goals and objectives of the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watershed Strategy, Greening
Our Watersheds, completed in 2002, and will provide the opportunity for detailed scoping and
examination of local watershed management concerns.
RATIONALE
The headwaters of Etobicoke Creek has been identified as an important area to focus
watershed planning efforts based on anticipated changes to land and water use associated
with implementation of municipal official plans, and expansion of areas serviced by the Region
of Peel's water supply infrastructure.
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Specifically, the subwatershed planning process has been initiated to provide guidance with
regards to:
• on -going implementation of the environmental policies of the Region of Peel, Town of
Caledon and City of Brampton;
• planning future development in urban and rural settlement areas;
• reviewing and updating official plans for the Region of Peel, Town of Caledon and City of
Brampton;
• on -going implementation of the recommendations of Greening Our Watersheds, the
watershed strategy for the Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks;
• the Region of Peel's plans to extend the water supply feedermain north of Mayfield Road
along Kennedy Road to service new settlement areas in the Mayfield West Rural Service
Centre; and,
• Complaints from local residents that their private groundwater wells are drying up.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
The Etobicoke Creek Headwaters subwatershed planning process will involve three phases
that will occur over a two year time frame. Progress reports will be prepared during each
phase of the planning process:
Phase 1 - Subwatershed Characterization
The purpose of this phase of the planning process is to establish current conditions on the
subwatershed through a review of existing information and the initiation of technical studies
that address critical information needs. Technical studies will be conducted to fill information
gaps and to develop new modelling tools or refine existing models that will be used to predict
the response of the natural system to future resource use scenarios.
Phase 2 - Analysis and Integration
This phase focuses on examining the potential effects that anticipated changes to land and
water use could have on the health of the subwatershed. Computer modelling techniques and
expert analysis will be utilized to predict the response of the natural system to alternative
scenarios of resource use and management. Based on an integrated examination of
alternative scenarios and input from steering committee members and stakeholder focus group
participants, management strategies will be identified and specific targets for key indicators of
watershed health will be established.
Phase 3 - Developing the Plan
This phase of the study involves building consensus among all participants in the planning
process on a set of preferred management strategies, and preparing the final subwatershed
plan which integrates and communicates the outcome of the process. Input from steering
committee members, stakeholder focus group participants and the public will be solicited
through meetings, workshops, and public open house events.
Key components of the final subwatershed plan will include:
1. A description of existing conditions;
2. Subwatershed - specific goals, objectives and targets related to the protection, rehabilitation
and enhancement of the features, functions and linkages of the natural system;
'3. Evaluations of the predicted response of the natural system to implementing municipal
official plans and alternative management approaches;
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4. Recommendations for best management practices and stewardship opportunities;
5. Strategies for implementing the recommendations of the plan; and,
6. A monitoring program to assess whether the goals, objectives and targets are being
achieved by all stakeholders.
A steering committee will be established to direct the organization and management of the
subwatershed planning process. The steering committee will be made up of representatives
from the Public Works and Planning Departments of the Region of Peel, Town of Caledon and
City of Brampton, the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds Coalition, and the TRCA.
Representatives of the Ministry of the Environment and Ministry of Natural Resources will also
be invited to take part in the steering committee. The TRCA will act as the coordinating agency
for the study. A work program will be prepared that provides a breakdown of the work to be
undertaken and a schedule for completing all phases of the planning process.
Subwatersheds represent a scale that is well- suited for enhanced public involvement in
watershed planning initiatives. Several approaches will be used to inform local residents and
stakeholder groups about the subwatershed planning process and to seek input on identifying
key issues and opportunities, preparing subwatershed goal and objective statements that
reflect local management concerns and developing management strategies. A stakeholder
focus group will be established to provide an effective forum for local residents, elected
representatives, agency representatives and special interest groups to become involved in
shaping the subwatershed plan. Planning workshops will be held to solicit input at key points
during each phase of the subwatershed planning process. Information updates will be made
available to all interested parties through special mailings, articles in CreekTime (the Etobicoke
and Mimico Creek Watersheds newsletter), postings on the TRCA website and public
information sessions.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Development of the Etobicoke Creek Headwaters Subwatershed Plan has been granted
funding approval from the Regional Municipality of Peel through the Peel Water Management
Project.
Report prepared by: Dean Young, extension 5662
For Information contact: Dean Young, extension 5662
Date: October 06, 2003
RES. #A217/03 - REGIONAL WATERSHED MONITORING PROGRAM
Update on the TRCA's Regional Watershed Monitoring Program.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Jim McMaster
Joe Pantalone
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THAT staff be directed to continue with the Implementation of monitoring activities
associated with the ongoing Regional Watershed Monitoring Program, as well as to
continue to pursue and foster partnerships under the Regional Watershed Monitoring
Network.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The Regional Watershed Monitoring Program is an ongoing program that has been developed
by the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) to provide a comprehensive,
integrated and coordinated approach to environmental monitoring in the Greater Toronto Area.
The program includes the establishment of a Monitoring Network that endeavors to bring
together a group of like- minded, cooperative agencies and organizations to collect, store,
distribute and report on environmental monitoring data that furthers the interests of all involved
parties. This Monitoring Network builds on the existing local and project- specific monitoring
efforts of its partners.
PROJECT OBJECTIVES
• To develop a program that provides the necessary information to assess the health of the
watersheds, subwatersheds, waterfront ecosystems and RAP area, spatially and
temporally;
• To identify a set of indicators that reflect ecosystem condition, integrate the monitoring
requirements of the RAP with report cards for individual watersheds, and are compatible
with municipal state of the environment reporting and other broad programs like State of
the Lakes Ecosystem Conference (SOLEC), for the Great Lakes basin, and the provincial
policy performance indicators;
• To develop an efficient program that builds upon existing monitoring activities, avoids
duplication between agencies, municipalities and organizations, is cost effective in
allocating the best use of resources and informs management decisions;
• To identify ways to engage and involve the public, interest, and school groups in
meaningful monitoring activities;
• To develop and obtain agreement from stakeholders on a set of monitoring protocols for
the collection, analysis, storage and distribution of data on the indicators that are identified.
The Regional Watershed Monitoring Program was initiated in 2001 and has focused on four
components; Aquatic Habitat and Species, Surface Water Quality, Flow and Precipitation, and
Terrestrial Natural Heritage. The monitoring activities supporting the regional program are
implemented through the TRCA and a network of partners. The network is comprised of
agencies that collectively carry out environmental monitoring activities (Table 1).
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Table 1 - Regional Watershed Monitoring Network
MONITORING COMPONENT
AGENCY / PARTNER
Aquatic Habitat & Species
• Benthos
• Fish Community & Habitat
• Fluvial Geomorphology
• Algae
TRCA / MOE / Community
TRCA / MNR /
TRCA / City of Toronto
TRCA / City of Toronto
Surface Water Quality
• Routine Stream Sampling
• Routine Waterfront Water Chemistry
• Tributary Toxics Monitoring
• Fish Biomonitoring
• Lake Partner Program
• Aesthetics Monitoring
City of Toronto /TRCA
City of Toronto
MOE / TRCA
MOE
MOE
TRCA
Flow & Precipitation
• Stream Flow Gauges
• Base Flow Monitoring
• Precipitation Gauges
• Snow Course Monitoring
TRCA / Environment Canada /
Municipalities
TRCA
TRCA / Environment Canada
TRCA
Terrestrial Natural Heritage
TRCA
The 2003 field season marks the completion of the third year of the monitoring program. This
is significant in that several of the monitoring components (fish community and habitat, and
fluvial geomorphology) have been designed to be implemented on a three year cycle, and in
this respect the 2003 season completes the first full cycle of these components in all nine
watersheds. Data can now be analyzed and used to report on watershed health on a regional
scale, in addition to the watershed scale.
2003 MONITORING ACTIVITIES
The following highlights some of the monitoring activites carried out during 2003:
Aquatic Habitat and Species
Aquatic organisms live, for the most part, their entire lives within the water. As a result, they are
subjected to the many interacting physical, chemical and biological factors which surround
them, and are dependent upon these factors for the maintenance of their health. Such factors
include water temperature, water flow, nutrients, sediment or contaminants carried in water,
channel form and types of in- stream cover, to report a few. If an environment becomes
degraded, often the first clue is a change in the biotic community.
The monitoring activities undertaken under the Aquatic Species and Habitat component are
summarized as follows:
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• Benth /c Invertebrates were monitored at a total of 143 sites throughout the TRCA's nine
watersheds (Humber, Etobicoke Creek, Mimico Creek, Don, Highland, Rouge, Petticoat
Creek, Duffins and Carruthers) in 2003. Samples of the invertebrate communities were
obtained at each site using a modified kick and sweep netting technique. Samples were
submitted to a qualified consultant for identification services and were identified to species.
Based on the data collected in 2001 -03 and in future years, a variety of multi- metric and
multi - variate approaches will be used to assess water quality and habitat conditions within
the sample sites. Future use of the data will also include the identification of Regional
Reference Sites that can be used to characterize the ecological integrity of various streams
within the region.
In 2003, TRCA became a partner in the Ontario Biomonitoring Network, a provincially -led
initiative towards standardization of benthic macroinvertebrate community monitoring and
data sharing. The 2003 activities include participating in training and workshop sessions
designed to launch the program, the provision of data collected through the Regional
Watershed Monitoring Program, the selection and monitoring of reference sites from within
the TRCA's watersheds, and participation in research designed to compare various
collection protocols. This participation in the biomonitoring network is consistent with one
of Conservation Ontario's recommendations outlined in their WRIP III report, released in
July of 2003.
• F /sh Specles and Habitat
Fishes and their community structure are often used as indicators of the health of an
aquatic system for a number of reasons: 1) fish communities usually encompass all of the
trophic levels present in a system from primary consumers (herbivores) to top predators
(piscivores); 2) fish are generally easy to sample and identify; 3) there is a wealth of
information available on their life- histories and various sensitivities to environmental
degradation; 4) historical data exists regarding fish communities in many areas; 5) fishing is
an important industry with economic value; and, 6) the general public and policy makers
can relate more to fish than other aquatic organisms.
In order to gain a regional understanding of fish species and habitat on a watershed basis,
the monitoring program has targeted 150 sites throughout the nine watersheds within the
TRCA jurisdiction. In 2003, a total of 49 of these sites (25 Rouge, 21 Duffins, 3 Carruthers)
were monitored using the Ontario Stream Assessment Protocol. The goal of the program is
to monitor all of the 150 sites identified within a 3 -year period. With the completion of the
2003 field work, this goal has been achieved, and it is expected that the Humber and
Etobicoke Creek sites monitored in 2001 with be re- surveyed next year to continue the
3 -year cycle.
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• Fluvial Geomorphology
Information on physical habitat is needed at fixed sites within each watershed in order to
understand the normal variation that occurs in habitat and associated changes in the fish
and benthic invertebrate community. The data is also needed to identify any long term
trends in habitat that might affect stream health and productive capacity. Therefore, it has
been recommended that a long -term monitoring program be established in partnership
with interested agencies and organizations to track changes in physical habitat at the sites
where fish and benthic invertebrate communities are surveyed.
The physical component of aquatic habitat in a stream is closely related to the fluvial
geomorphology. Studies of fluvial geomorphology are important components of works in
and around watercourses and are often undertaken in association with these works.
Previously, there have been few on -going monitoring activities associated with tracking
changes in fluvial geomorphology, spatially and temporally. The importance of fluvial
geomorphology in understanding the association between flow in a stream and the aquatic
habitat present cannot be overstated. For this reason, it is has been recommended that
several aspects of fluvial geomorphological assessments (eg. long profiles, cross sections,
pebble counts, bank full width and depth, etc.) be incorporated into the Regional
Watershed Monitoring Program that has been developed and is currently being
implemented by the TRCA.
A total of 150 stations across the nine watersheds within the TRCA's jurisdiction have been
targeted as part of the Regional Watershed Monitoring Program. For the 2003 field season,
a total of 50 of these stations were selected in the Duffins, Carruthers and Petticoat Creek
watersheds and will be surveyed using standard fluvial geomorphology measurement
techniques. The goal is to have all of the sites identified and surveyed within a 3 -year
period. With the completion of the 2003 field work, this goal will be achieved, and it is
expected that follow -up monitoring of the sites previously set -up will continue.
• A /gae
Marianne Douglas, an Assistant Professor of Geology from the University of Toronto
outlined a case for algae as biomonitors at the 1999 International Joint Commission (IJC)
Water Quality Board workshop (Toronto and Region RAP 1999). In her presentation she
identified that algae can be excellent biomonitors for environmental assessments because
they are common and widespread throughout all watersheds; they form the base of the
food chain; there are hundreds of different species; and, they are sensitive to environmental
conditions, especially water chemistry. Algae have been successfully used to monitor such
things as nutrient surplus (ie. eutrophication), turbidity and siltation, organic enrichment,
high salinity, contamination by metals and acidification. At present, there are several
programs throughout the world that have utilized algae monitoring. The benefit of using
algae as a biomonitor is that it is low cost relative to other traditional methods as well as the
non - destructive collection methods of algae sampling. In addition, algae are often the first
group of organisms to be impacted by shifts in physical and chemical conditions in a
watercourse, including the introduction of pollutants at relatively low concentrations
because of their strong connection to basic water chemistry and their short life cycles.
Thus algae can be an important component of an early warning system of change in a
watershed.
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Algae sampling was conducted during the 2003 field season at 143 sites in the Humber,
Etobicoke, Mimico, Don, Highland and Rouge watersheds, as well as at the stream water
quality monitoring sites surveyed by the City of Toronto. These samples will provide some
of the data necessary to further evaluate the use of algae as a biomonitor for the GTA
watersheds.
Water Quality
In 2002 -03, the TRCA continued to liaise and expand partnerships with our key program
delivery agencies, including the City of Toronto (stream and waterfront routine water chemistry
monitoring); Ministry of the Environment (Provincial Water Quality Monitoring Network,
Tributary Toxics Monitoring; Young -of- the -Year Biomonitoring; Sport Fish Contaminant
Monitoring; Lake Partner Program); and the City of Mississauga.
The following summarizes the surface water quality monitoring activities that were carried out in
2002 -03 through these partnerships:
• Routine stream chemistry is tracked at 36 sites across TRCA watersheds, once per month
(April through November) throughout 2002 -03. Water samples are analysed for basic water
chemistry parameters and metals using a combination of provincial, municipal and private
laboratories.
• MOE's Tributary Toxics Monitoring (TTM) program monitors the full suite of water chemistry
parameters (basic, metals and organics) in selected Lake Ontario tributaries. In 2003, TRCA
partnered with the MOE to re- establish 10 monitoring stations that will be sampled over the
next 3 years. Under this partnership, TRCA has provided sampling equipment and staff to
collect samples at 2 of the sites.
• In 2002 -03, all of the 31 proposed young -of -the -year biomonitoring sites were surveyed in
MOE's fall survey.
• MOE continued with their ongoing Sport Fish Contaminant program in 2002 -03. Of the five
additional recreational sport fishing sites recommended under the Regional Watershed
Monitoring Program, two have been monitored. Partnership arrangements are currently
underway with MOE, including offering TRCA field staff to assist with collections if
necessary, to ensure the additional sites are re- surveyed as required in the future.
• TRCA helped bring together community volunteers in the last 3 years to participate in
MOE's Lake Partner Program to track lake nutrient conditions. Volunteers participated in
the program at Seneca/Eaton Hall Lake, Palgrave Pond, Claireville Reservoir, Grenadier
Pond, Heart Lake, Mary Lake, Gibson Lake and Professor's Lake. TRCA field centre staff
monitored Lake St. George.
• In 2003, TRCA partnered with the City of Mississauga to install and monitor 3 automatic
water sampling stations (2 Etobicoke Creek, 1 Mimico Creek) in order to monitor water
quality related to storm events. This sampling will continue over the next two years.
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Terrestrial Natural Heritage
Terrestrial natural heritage monitoring was undertaken in support of the development of
TRCA's Terrestrial Natural Heritage Strategy. Natural cover (forest, wetlands and meadow)
were inventoried by staff biologists throughout the TRCA jurisdiction. The surveys involved
mapping and describing vegetation communities, and mapping flora and fauna species. To
date, more than 50% of the natural cover in the TRCA jurisdiction has been digitized. This
information has been combined into a regional inventory and will be used in the development
of the Terrestrial Natural Heritage Strategy and in subsequent stages of its implementation.
The region's Natural Heritage System continues to be updated using 1999 and 2002 ortho
photos and landscape analysis. Terrestrial inventories were undertaken, including the
ecological land classification of approximately 8,000 ha. The volunteer monitoring component
that continued in 2003 with the monitoring of 63 fixed sites within the TRCA jurisdiction.
Data Management
One of the key elements of the Regional Watershed Monitoring Program is the data that is
collected on an annual basis. As such, the storage, security and retrieval of the data is
extremely important. In 2001, the TRCA contracted a consultant to develop a relational
database (TRCA Envirobase) to house all of the various environmental data collected through
this and other programs of the TRCA. This relational database also has the ability to link
various data sets that are currently available. Updates to the relational database have been
completed in subsequent years including the addition of a sediment quality and fluvial
geomorphology component. Additional customization of the TRCA's database structure along
with data entry is on- going. Changes to the corporate IT /Network structure in the near future
will enable more effective sharing and use of the relational database by staff.
In 2003, staff have entered into a partnership with York University and Seconsys on a project
that focuses on the development of a web -based data assessment and reporting system to
support the TRCA's Regional Watershed Monitoring Program. As a pilot project, its purpose is
to demonstrate how biological monitoring and abiotic data can be presented in a geographic
context to facilitate the sharing of watershed monitoring data with civic, scientific and political
stakeholders. In this web -based environment, results can be viewed in attribute space (as line
charts), and in a geographic context (via topographical maps). This will allow for a better
appreciation of potential physical factors in catchment areas that may influence findings from
in- stream monitoring activities. The geographic scope for this pilot project is the Humber
watershed.
A suite of indices using region - specific criteria are used to provide "roll -up" or an aggregate
evaluation for a specific monitoring site. For example, in another similar web -based application
(Map Reflections), ten (10) indices have successfully been used to characterize the community
composition and diversity of benthic macro invertebrates observed at a monitoring site. These
indicies include: Number of Taxa, Diversity, and Dominant Taxon. Results of this assessment
method are reported as: impaired, potentially impaired, or unimpaired. While the results are not
specific to the types of possible impacts, trends in the data may raise "red- flags ", and prompt
more intensive investigation.
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Through a marriage of emerging Internet mapping technology and reporting applications,
community stakeholders can be engaged in more meaningful ways when watershed
monitoring information is being disseminated. Stakeholders will have the option of searching
and visualizing watershed monitoring information with greater ease, but also to contact existing
community-based environmental organizations (e.g., Citizens Environment Watch - CEW) to
consider participating in data collection, assessment and information sharing. The embodied
energy of shared interests, identity and trust - what has been called "social capital" - is
harnessed and focused to support the stewardship of the region's environment. This project
represents a small but important step towards integrating and reinforcing programs.
This development of the pilot site is expected to be completed by the end of October 2003, and
will be the focus of a future communication to the Watershed Management Advisory Board.
Products
To date there have been a number of reports that have been produced that describe
components of the Regional Watershed Monitoring Program, along with applications of the
data and information generated by the network. A partial list is as follows:
• Benthic Community Monitoring Program: Toronto Area Watersheds 2001;
• Regional Watershed Monitoring Program: Toronto Waterfront Benthic Community
Evaluation 2001;
• Regional Watershed Monitoring Program 2001 - Status Report;
• The Visual Aesthetic Condition of Watercourses in the Toronto Region: The Results of a
Pilot•Community -based Visual Aesthetic Survey - July 2002;
• Regional Monitoring Program - Fluvial Geomorphology Component (Etobicoke Creek,
Mimico Creek and Humber Watersheds) 2001;
• Regional Monitoring Program - Fluvial Geomorphology Component (Don River, Rouge
River and Highland Creek Watersheds) 2002.
In July 2003, Conservation Ontario released their report on the third year of participation in the
Water Resources Information Project (WRIP). In addition to outlining the various activities
addressed by the WRIP process, the report identifies a number of specific recommendations
for individual conservation authorities to collect, store and share water resources information.
TRCA, through the Regional Watershed Monitoring Program has addressed and supported a
number of these recommendations, including:
• TRCA staff participated in the development and review of Conservation Ontario's Water
Quality Monitoring Discussion Paper;
• Staff have continued to develop a relational database for storage and management of water
resources information;
• TRCA's Information Technology group has developed, and is implementing a corporate IT
strategy to address day -to-day network maintenance needs and future information
technology expansion;
• Staff are partnering with the Ministry of the Environment (MOE) in the newly developed
Ontario Biomonitoring Network in order to standardize benthic invertebrate data collection,
storage and analysis;
• Staff participated in a two -day water sampling and data analysis workshop, and
participated in the review of a Sampling and Data Analysis Manual developed by the MOE
and Conservation Ontario.
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DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
The 2004 field work and data collection will commence in the spring, and will include additional
fish, habitat and water quality monitoring to be done in Region of Durham (Duffins Creek and
Carruthers Creek) subject to funding approval. Monitoring work will include:
• Benthic invertebrate sampling at 150 watershed stations and 22 waterfront sites;
• Fish community and stream habitat will be re- surveyed at the 51 stations set -up in the
Humber and Etobicoke watersheds in 2001, and at 22 sites along the waterfront;
• Monitoring of the fluvial geomorphology stations established in the Humber River,
Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks will be continued;
• Water quality data will be collected from a total of 49 sites in the Toronto region through a
network of partners.
Further updates to the TRCA's relational database will be forthcoming in the next few months
as well as staff development and training on its use. Additional development of the web -based
map and data server will be undertaken following review of the pilot web site and application
scheduled for completion at the end of October 2003.
A more detailed report outlining the Regional Watershed Monitoring Program and a summary
of the data collected in 2002 will be prepared by staff over the next several months. This
report, along with the 2001 summary report will provide the basis for updating the TRCA's
marketing information for the program, including display materials, literature and web page
content. Analysis of the data collected in 2001 -03 will be undertaken over the next few months
in order to provide usable interpretation for the TRCA's watershed report card process and to
share with municipal partners. This data from the first 3 years of the monitoring program will
also contribute to the baseline data for the development of a Regional Report Card by the
TRCA.
In addition, staff will continue to foster partnerships with community groups and other agencies
involved in monitoring activities through the watershed monitoring network.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Funding for the 2003 Regional Watershed Monitoring Program was made available from the
following partners /sources:
Subject to budget approval, funds to support this program will be available in account 124 -01.
For Information contact: Scott Jarvle, extension 5312
Date: July 18, 2003
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2003
2004
City of Toronto
$200,000
$200,000
Region of Peel
$200,000
$200,000
Region of York
$200,000
$200,000
Region of Durham
$50,000
$50,000
RAP MOU 2001/02
$35,000
• $35,000
TOTAL
$685,000
$685,000
Subject to budget approval, funds to support this program will be available in account 124 -01.
For Information contact: Scott Jarvle, extension 5312
Date: July 18, 2003
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RES. #A218/03 - CITY OF TORONTO BLUE FLAG PROGRAM ACCREDITATION
Provide assistance to the City of Toronto and Environment Defence
Canada in receiving the Blue Flag accreditation.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Jim McMaster
Joe Pantalone
THAT Conservation Parks staff review the Blue Flag Program to evaluate Its potential
application to the Heart Lake beach and determine whether suggesting it as a pilot site,
to aid the City of Toronto in receiving their Blue Flag accreditation, is an appropriate next
step;
THAT relevant Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff be circulated
Information on the Blue Flag Program so that the objectives and criteria of this program
are considered when embarking on future projects on the waterfront;
THAT TRCA Education staff further review the Blue Flag Program and consider it in the
strategic planning of other programs done in cooperation with the City of Toronto;
AND FURTHER THAT TRCA staff accept the Invitation by City of Toronto staff and
Environment Defense Canada to participate in a soon to be formed National Steering
Committee for the program, at which time our level of participation in City initiatives will
be explored further and evaluated.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The City of Toronto is seeking Blue Flag accreditation for its beaches and marinas. The Blue
Flag Campaign is an exclusive eco-label which indicates that a beach or marina is clean, safe
and well managed. The process to receive this accreditation is fairly intensive, taking two years
to complete. This program will be situated as a part of the city's Wet Weather Flow
Management Master Plan.
The Blue Flag Program originates in Europe and is one of the Federation of Environmental
Education's (FEE), based out of Denmark, keystone programs. FEE programs reflect two
strands: understanding and action. The foundation states that "the relationship between human
activity and the quality of the environment is understood by many but not by all and many are
not prepared to act". Their mission is to provide information so that people understand and
commit themselves and their organizations or communities to action.
The Blue Flag is currently awarded to more than 2800 beaches and marinas in 23 countries
across Europe, Africa and the Caribbean. Because of this, it is recognized throughout the world
as an indicator of high standards of water quality, beach maintenance, safety and
environmental education /outreach. The award of a Blue Flag is based on the ability to meet 27
criteria in the areas of: Water Quality, Safety, Beach Maintenance and Environmental
Education.
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In order for the City of Toronto to apply for the Blue Flag Program, a recognized national,
non - governmental organization needs to be assigned to administer the program.
Environmental Defense Canada (EDC) was determined to meet the criteria of the program
requirements and recruited by the city. The program is intended to be a national effort,
therefore the city's initiation of the Blue Flag Program will lead to a campaign to launch it at a
national level.
EDC, with support of the city, has applied for membership to the Blue Flag Program (as of May
1, 2003). The following steps must also be taken by EDC in conjunction with the city to launch
the Blue Flag campaign:
organize a Blue Flag workshop /meeting;
establish a Blue Flag committee;
carry out a Blue Flag feasibility phase and report by December 31, 2003/2004; and
run a Blue Flag pilot phase (test compliance at pilot sites during the 2003/2004 swimming
seasons).
On Friday, September 26, 2003 EDC held the initial Blue Flag workshop. Representatives from
FEE, EDC, City of Toronto, Environment Canada, The Lifesaving Society, Toronto
Environmental Alliance, Beaches Business and Professionals Association and TRCA attended.
Presentations were given by:
Mike Price, City of Toronto
Finn Bolding Thomsen, FEE (Denmark)
Rick Smith, EDC
Brian Craig, Environment Canada
Ilze Andrzans, City of Toronto
Yafit Rokach, City of Toronto
Ted Bowring, City of Toronto
Sarah Winterton, EDC
Peter Buechner, EDC
The workshop agenda focused on further defining the Blue Flag Program, along with
addressing areas where the city is currently meeting or not meeting the 27 criteria. Since this
is a European developed program, there was some discussion regarding the applicability of
each criteria to canadian beaches and suggestions were made as to how we could personalize
this for Canada. From this workshop, it was clear that there are two predominant issues which
will need to be addressed further at a later date:
1. The steps that need to be taken to bring this program into a national scope (as per the Blue
Flag criteria) have to be carefully thought through. There has yet to be any effort made to
achieve this. Currently Toronto beaches are the only areas that have been considered in
the scoping phase of the application. It was recommended from the FEE representative at
the workshop that another pilot be established outside of the City of Toronto, in Ontario. It
was also discussed that National Parks could be approached as a means of initiating a
program across the country.
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2. A national criteria derived from the 27 European criteria needs to be developed in
consultation with all the national players. In particular, criteria around water quality
monitoring needs to be further addressed. Our standards in Ontario are higher than those
used in the Blue Flag Program. The program will remove flags if the faecal coliforms
exceed 2,000 counts per 100 ml. Their recommendation however, is to have beaches strive
for 100 counts per ml, which is our provincial mandated (imperative) value. The issue with
this arises when we examine this program at a national level. Each province has different
provincially mandated regulations of which Ontario has the highest standard (most follow
200 counts per ml as a guideline). Advisors from the Blue Flag Program suggest that in
order for this program to be implemented successfully, the Blue Flag should have one
national standard set (meeting or exceeding Blue Flag Program standards) which will be
used to evaluate a beaches ability to meet the programs criteria. Consultation with all the '
provinces (and possibly territories) will need to be done to determine how this situation can
be addressed.
During the winter the City of Toronto and EDC will work on meeting the requirements for the
pilot phase of the Blue Flag Program and develop a communications strategy for the public.
The following activities need to be undertaken for the 2004 bathing season:
monitoring of the 14 beaches to see if they are meeting the 27 requirements set in the
program;
- creation of a public information display which could be placed in a mobile trailer;
- arrangements made to place Blue Flag signage on the beach;
- erection of flagpoles at the 14 beaches (2004); and
- completion of five environmental education activities.
Once the pilot phase is complete a National Jury (which will consist of relevant national
stakeholders) will evaluate the candidate(s) on a national level and forward the approved
candidate(s) to the International Jury (consisting of members from FEE, United Nations
Environmental Programme and the European Union) for final approval. The Blue Flag award is
only given for one year at a time. The application must be renewed and evaluated for each
season. Yearly compliance is maintained by controlled visits by the National and International
Jury, in addition to investigations into guests and visitors comments or complaints.
For further information on the Blue Flag Program, including a detailed listing of the 27
European criteria, contact the staff member listed below or visit http: / /www.blueflag.orq.
Next Steps
• Since Toronto has been encouraged to establish a pilot site outside of the City of Toronto,
there is opportunities for the TRCA to assist in this task by suggesting the use of Heart Lake
as a site. Conservation Parks staff need to assess whether Heart Lake could reasonably
meet the 27 criteria set out by the Blue Flag Program and whether this is a program the
conservation area would be interested in adopting.
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• TRCA staff should be aware of the Blue Flag Program and its objectives when initiating
future projects on the waterfront. One of the 27 criteria in Europe for the Blue Flag Program
is the establishment of an interpretive centre. All effort should be made to connect any
possible plans at Tommy Thompson Park with plans the city may have to meet this
requirement. Education staff should also consider the Blue Flag Program in the strategic
planning of other programs done in cooperation with the City of Toronto.
• TRCA staff who attended the September 26th workshop indicated to EDC and the City of
Toronto their interest of continuing to be involved in this process. EDC and City of Toronto
staff intend to invite TRCA to sit on the National Steering Committee for the Blue Flag
Program (to be formed in the near future). Once the City and EDC have further articulated
their anticipated workplan and expectations from TRCA in the application process, TRCA
staff will need to determine and manage our involvement accordingly.
Report prepared by: Lisa Turnbull, extension 5325
For Information contact: Lisa Turnbull, extension 5325
Date: September 22, 2003
RES. #A219/03 - PIONEER PARK STORMWATER MANAGEMENT AND RESTORATION
PROJECT
To support and pursue funding towards the construction of the Pioneer
Park Stormwater Management and Restoration Project.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Jim McMaster
Joe Pantalone
THAT staff be directed to pursue funding totaling $200,000 from Great Lakes Renewal
Foundation to assist the Town of Richmond Hill in the retrofit of Pioneer Park.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The Report of the Don River Task force entitled "Forty Steps to a New Don" (1994) set out a
strategy aimed at restoring the health of the Don River watershed through the long term
implementation of regeneration projects at various strategic sites within the watershed. One of
such projects is the Pioneer Park Stormwater Management and Restoration Project.
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Pioneer Park is located on the north side of Major Mackenzie Drive, mid -way between Yonge
St. and Bathurst St. A branch of the Upper East Don River flows through the park containing
an on -line pond stormwater pond that was constructed to provide flood protection from the
Don Head Estates Subdivision located west of the pond. An assessment of the pond found
that it was not constructed in accordance with the approved design and that increased
sediment accumulation has resulted in a loss of storage volume, resulting in reduced flood
protection. Consequently, the Town of Richmond Hill in conjunction with the Toronto and
Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) and the Great Lakes Sustainability Fund (formally the
Great Lakes Clean up Fund) retained Schollen and Company Inc. in association with Aquafor
Beech Ltd. to provide consulting services for the design and restoration of Pioneer Park in the
late 1990s. The following retrofit objectives were identified for the park:
• improve flood control and water quality,
• provide protection for the downstream Flood Vulnerable Area,
• mitigate erosion,
• enhance terrestrial and aquatic habitat,
• restore the natural form and function of the river corridor,
• improve aesthetics,
• provide recreational (trail) facilities,
• provide interpretation and education opportunities,
• reduce maintenance requirements, and
provide opportunities to increase public awareness of, and participation in the
restoration of the Don River Watershed.
An Environmental Assessment (EA) Screening report was completed in January 2000 that
documented the selection of a preferred restoration design concept for Pioneer Park.
Preliminary public consultation was a component of the report.
Recently, final design and restoration plans for Pioneer Park have been completed. The
proposed Pioneer Stormwater Management and Restoration Project will retrofit the existing
pond to provide level 1 quality and erosion control off -line for the entire 26 ha Don Head
Estates Subdivision, restore the natural watercourse regime through the park and provide the
required flood control for the upstream 700 ha catchment. In addition to stormwater
management, natural heritage improvements including; additional woodlot trail and
management works, a therapeutic garden trail, educational signage and outdoor education
nodes have been incorporated into the final design. It is now the Town's intent to secure
sufficient funds to proceed with construction of this project.
RATIONALE
The Pioneer Park Restoration Project is consistent with TRCA objectives to enhance and
protect the natural features and functions of our watersheds. This project complies with the
Forty Steps to a New Don and the 2003 Don Watershed Report Card by providing water
quality/erosion control benefits, pond maintenance /aesthetic improvements, protection of
wetland type conditions, fish barrier removal and natural heritage improvements.
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FINANCIAL DETAILS
TRCA will pursue funding from the Great Lakes Renewal Foundation totaling $200,000 to assist
the Town of Richmond Hill complete the Pioneer Park Stormwater and Restoration Project.
The proposed budget and funding (as prepared by the Town of Richmond Hill) for this project
is as follows:
Budget
Stormwater Management Pond and Creek Works $948,762
Landscaping $69,000
Woodlot Trails and Management $56,178
Therapeutic Garden Trail $54,300
Educational Signage and Nodes $19,000
7% GST $80,306
Total $1,227,547
Funding
TRCA Partnership $200,000
Town of Richmond Hill $654,600
DFO Compensation $97,200
Great Lakes Sustainability Fund $140,000
Evergreen Partnership $85,000
York Central Hospital Partnership $55,000
Total$1,231,800
Report prepared by: Sameer Dhalla, extension 5350
For Information contact: Sameer Dhalla, extension 5350
Date: October 15, 2003
RES. #A220/03 - LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT- FRENCHMAN'S BAY
Hydro One Cherrywood Transformer Station - Transformer Oil Spill Into
Pine Creek On Wednesday, October 1, 2003, a spill of transformer fluid
occurred at the Cherrywood Transfer Station (City of Pickering) and an
undetermined amount of oil was released into the Frenchman's Bay
watershed at Pine Creek. Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
(TRCA) staff have reviewed the clean up efforts, investigated the impacts
to our property and have taken steps to monitor any long term impacts.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Dave Ryan
Jim McMaster
THAT Mr. Tom Parkinson, President, CEO of Hydro One be advised of the Toronto and
Region Conservation Authority's concerns about the spill of transformer oll Into Pine
Creek and be requested to provide all the resources necessary for full restoration of the
Impacted area;
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THAT staff be directed to assist the City of Pickering and the Region of Durham In any
monitoring and restoration activities;
AND FURTHER THAT staff continue their efforts to raise awareness about spills
management Issues and ensure effective measures are Implemented to monitor, control
and prevent harmful substances from entering our watersheds and waterfront.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
On Wednesday, October 1, 2003, a spill of transformer fluid occurred at the Cherrywood
Transfer Station and an undetermined amount of oil was released into the Frenchman's Bay
watershed at Pine Creek. The spill occurred when a large transformer failed at the transfer
station. A large amount of transformer oil was contained on site and removed into tanker
trucks. The spill contaminated a substantial section of the transfer yard. The affected soil has
been removed and the immediate site has been restored. An undetermined amount of
transformer oil escaped from the site and entered into the nearby sewer system and
subsequently into Pine Creek. TRCA staff visited the site on Friday, October 3; Tuesday,
October 7; and Thursday, October 9, 2003 to observe the containment effort, assess the
impacts to our properties, and determine the significance of impacts to the Frenchman's Bay
and Pine Creek ecosystem.
When the transformer ruptured, on -site containment systems failed. Transformer oil was
released from the Cherrywood Station into a catch basin and entered into the local storm
sewer system. The effected storm sewer discharged into Pine Creek at Dixie Road south of
Finch Avenue and the primary containment area was located in Pine Creek Park (north of
Glenanna Road). This was determined to be the furthest downstream that free floating oil
travelled in the watercourse. 00 was effectively confined within the watercourse between Dixie
Road and the park.
The primary containment site appeared to be functioning effectively, where a majority of the oil
was collected, skimmed from the surface, and removed. Upstream from this location, oil was
observed on riparian vegetation and in the sediments of the Creek. Downstream the oil was
confined to small areas of surface deposits that consisted of a surface sheen. No floating oil
was found or was evident in the riparian vegetation downstream of the primary containment
site. Secondary collection points were located at Radom Street (south of Bayly Street) and in
Douglas Park near where Pine Creek enters Frenchman's Bay on TRCA property. Oil was
limited to light surface deposits in the collection points and no visible oil was seen within
Frenchman's Bay.
Hydro One has been very aggressive with the removal and containment of the transformer oil,
multiple suction trucks were deployed within the three primary areas, to remove contaminated
material. Floating absorbent mats and booms have been placed throughout the watercourse
between the principal collection points. The booms have been checked every three hours,
twenty four hours a day since the spill occurred. Security staff, environmental contractors and
Hydro One staff are on site to ensure no further contamination occurs and removal efforts are
working effectively.
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Although the clean up effort is comprehensive and should succeed in removing the majority of
oil, Hydro One is under criticism for not notifying the proper municipal and provincial
authorities in the early stages of the transformer failure. This lack of early communication may
have contributed to the release of the transformer oil into Pine Creek. It is possible that a
coordinated response between Hydro One, the Cityof Pickering, the Region of Durham and the
Province, could have prevented the spill. To prevent this incident from happening again in this
location, Hydro One has installed a large scale oil interceptor tank at the drainage outfall from
the Cherrywood Transfer station.
Based on staff assessment the immediate impacts to the TRCA properties along Pine Creek
are nominal and are limited to impacts associated with the movement of people, materials and
equipment through the site. Some minor restoration of access points should be considered
and discussed with Hydro One at the conclusion of this spill recovery effort. Staff at present,
are concerned with short and long term aquatic impacts that may be associated with the
transformer oil.
Transformers are cooled with mineral oil and historically, transformer oil contained high levels
of Poly Chlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs). PCBs are mixtures of 209 similar chemicals, and prior to
the 1980's PCBs were used in a variety of industrial applications due to their excellent
insulating and non flammable characteristics. The transformer that failed at the Cherrywood
Station was a newer variety and Hydro One classified the transformer oil as non -PCB. This
suggests the transformer fluid has PCB concentrations less than 50 parts per million (ppm).
Hydro One has not disclosed the actual level of PCBs in the transformer oil. It was widely
reported in the media that the 00 contained 2 ppm PCBs.
TRCA staff are concerned that the PCB guidelines for the protection of aquatic ecosystems are
much lower than the guidelines used for the classification of transformer oil. Until the PCB
levels in the oil has been determined accurately and disclosed, there is potential concern for
PCB levels in the aquatic ecosystem and the short and long term aquatic health of the Pine
Creek ecosystem.
Further investigations by Hydro One will determine the mass balance of oil lost from this
transformer failure. This consists of determining the oil capacity of the transformer before
failure, minus the volume that was recovered on site, the volume adsorbed into the ground, the
volume collected at the principal collection points, and the oil collected in absorbent materials
to determine the remainder of oil that was released into the Pine Creek watercourse.
Quantifying the volume of oil not recovered from the watercourse and the PCB concentrations
will provide a better understanding of the total PCB loadings to the Pine Creek ecosystem.
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Frenchman's Bay and Pine Creek are of great importance to the TRCA. The Frenchman's Bay
Watershed Rehabilitation project has engaged many residents of Pickering over the years. A
number of community plantings and clean up efforts have taken place and volunteers monitor
the health of Pine Creek. The Regional Watershed Monitoring Program conducts intensive
aquatic surveys of each watercourse that flows into Frenchman's Bay. Sampling under this
program was conducted in Pine Creek the week before this spill and TRCA staff will revisit the
site again to determine any changes in the aquatic communities. In addition, the TRCA
Durham Waterfront Monitoring Program has been actively investigating the health of
Frenchman's Bay. Studies under this Program include fish, sediment and wildlife surveys and
will be useful to determine any impacts.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
Staff will continue dialogue with Hydro One to ensure TRCA concerns are addressed. They will
undertake an analysis of the spill and the effects of the spill on Pine Creek. Existing
environmental information on Pine Creek will be made available to the regulatory agencies and
Hydro One. Staff will also work with other agencies to determine if our current or additional
TRCA monitoring efforts would help assess the short/long term impacts of this spill event.
Under the umbrella of the Toronto and Region Remedial Action Plan (RAP) TRCA staff have
also recently compiled a Spills Management Work Plan . The overall goal of this initiative will be
to raise awareness about spills management issues and ensure effective measures are
implemented to monitor, control and prevent harmful substances from entering our watersheds
and waterfront. In addition, this initiative will help determine issues the RAP and /or TRCA
should be advocating for in this area. The Work Plan identifies the need to create a background
report which summarizes existing information, providing a basis for discussion on key issues.
Representatives from federal, provincial, and municipal sectors have been invited to sit on an
advisory committee to aid in the preparation of the report. The first meeting of this group is
scheduled for early November, 2003. The background report will be used as a supporting
document for a public workshop in early 2004. Information collected through these two
processes will be used to:
• identify potential bridging or solutions to current gaps in processes;
• confirm data collection accessibility;
• develop a framework to guide future monitoring activities through the Regional Monitoring
Program;
• identify current actions being undertaken by municipalities and businesses;
• address the information needed to ensure small and medium businesses report spills to
the appropriate agencies;
• facilitate efficient inter - agency coordination;
• determine roles and projects for community -based groups and others; and
• develop TRCA recommendations for action in partnership with the various stakeholders.
It is anticipated that final recommendations from this initiative will be available mid 2004.
Report prepared by: Gord MacPherson, extension 5246
For Information contact: Gord MacPherson, extension 5246
Date: October 08, 2003
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RES. #A221/03 - TERRESTRIAL BIOLOGICAL INVENTORIES
Approval of the process to enter onto private lands.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Michael Di Biase
Ian Sinclair
THAT the process for notifying and requesting permission to enter onto private lands for
the purpose of terrestrial biological inventories be approved.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Since the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) first embarked on the
Environmentally Significant Areas (ESA) Study in the late 1970's, staff have been collecting
natural heritage inventory information throughout the watersheds. This data includes
information on vegetation communities and flora and fauna species. In recent years, to
support the development of the TRCA's Terrestrial Natural Heritage Strategy, staff have been
conducting inventories on about 7,000 hectares a year. This information is critical to identifying
and understanding the terrestrial natural heritage system in our watersheds and is required
when developing strategies for protection and restoration, or when reviewing proposed
changes in land use. Frequently these inventories are undertaken on privately owned lands.
In 1994, under the ESA program, the TRCA approved a process for notifying landowners that
staff would be entering onto their lands to undertake terrestrial field inventories. This process
involved sending a letter to affected landowners outlining the program and inventory work,
indicating that staff would be undertaking work on their lands and provided a staff contact
should they have any questions or concerns. Generally only a small percentage of the
landowners contacted called in with questions or concerns. If staff did not receive a response
it was assumed that the landowner did not object to the inventory on their property.
It has been recognized that this assumption was not appropriate and that staff should
endeavor to get more formal approval (verbal or written) before entering onto private lands. To
resolve this issue, a new landowner contact letter has been developed that clearly requests
permission to enter. It is proposed that this letter be accompanied by a Permission to Enter
form which we are asking landowners to sign and return.
If landowners do not respond to the mailed request, staff will attempt to contact the owners by
knocking on their doors. Staff will not enter onto private lands if permission is not received. In
situations where the field inventory work is being done to support the development of a
subwatershed plan, a notice to the landowners in the area will be placed in the local paper in
addition to sending the letter.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
An email was sent to internal staff requesting their lists for sites that need a terrestrial biological
inventory. These sites will be finalized by mid November 2003 and staff will begin obtaining
landowner information from the various registry offices by the last week of November. The
landowner contact letter will be mailed out at the beginning of December with the aim of
getting a response by mid January 2004.
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FINANCIAL DETAILS
To assist in getting landowners to return the permission to enter it is proposed that this year a
postage paid return envelope will be included with the letter. The locations for the 2004 field
inventories have not been finalized yet, therefore we do not know exactly what the cost will be.
The average number of landowners that have been contacted each season has generally been
500.
Report prepared by: Sue Hayes, extension 5356
For Information contact: Sue Hayes, extension 5356 or Dena Lewis, extension 5225
Date: October 06, 2003
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RES. #A222/03 - 2003 DON WATERSHED REPORT CARD
The release of the 2003 Don Watershed Report Card - "Breathing New
Life into the Don ".
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Jim McMaster
Joe Pantalone
THAT the 2003 Don Watershed Report Card - "Breathing New Life Into the Don" be
received;
THAT the Don Watershed Regeneration Council be thanked for its hard work and
dedication In bringing the 2003 Don Watershed Report Card to completion;
THAT the report card be circulated to federal governments, provincial ministries, Don
watershed municipalities, MPs and MPPs, councillors, community groups, universities,
schools, libraries and the public throughout the Don watershed;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority staff continue to work with the
members of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, federal, provincial, and municipal
staff, the business community, Don watershed resident groups and others to address the
Bold Steps needed to Breath New Life into the Don;
AND FURTHER THAT the Don Council continue to work towards implementing the Bold
Steps identified in the 2003 Don Watershed Report Card that will help protect, restore and
celebrate the watershed.
CARRIED
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BACKGROUND
The 2003 Don Watershed Report Card - "Breathing New Life into the Don" is based on the
indicators developed and used for the first two report cards - "Turning the Corne," (1997) and "A
Time for Bold Steps" (2000). The 2003 report card has been compressed into a succinct yet
comprehensive report providing progress to date along with a trend and a grade for each
indicator. The grading scheme is a new addition to the 2003 report card, which provides
tangible measures of the state of the watershed, and prompts for future action. While a
number of grades found throughout the report are poor, they are balanced by the numerous
upward trends, showing that the groundwork has been laid for significant improvements in the
future.
A list of Bold Steps necessary to further improve the quality of the Don watershed is also found
within the report, urging commitment and action from the federal, provincial and municipal
governments, as well as businesses, community groups and individual residents. A special
edition of the "On the Don" newsletter is planned for distribution with the Report Card that will
highlight a number of stories associated with the Bold Steps outlined in the report, and provide
a tangible Zink to individual and community action.
The 2003 Don Watershed Report Card - "Breathing New Life into the Don" was officially
launched at the 10 Years On the Don Celebration on September 14, 2003 at the Don Valley
Brick Works.
Report prepared by: Alex Blasko, extension 5280
For Information contact: Alex Blasko, extension 5280
Date: September 30, 2003
RES. #A223/03 - ROUGE WATERSHED TASK FORCE TERMS OF REFERENCE AND
STUDY WORKPLAN
Formation, membership and mandate of a Rouge Watershed Task Force
and watershed planning study work plan.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Jim McMaster
Joe Pantalone
THAT the Rouge Watershed Task Force Terms of Reference be approved, pending
approval by the Rouge Park Alliance;
THAT staff report back to the Authority for final approval of the Task Force Terms of
Reference If any substantive changes are requested by the Rouge Park Alliance;
THAT staff proceed to send a joint letter from the Rouge Park Alliance and the TRCA to
regional and local municipalities requesting them to appoint an elected representative
and an alternate to the Rouge Watershed Task Force;
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THAT staff include with the advertisements for the November 2003 community open
houses an invitation for interested watershed residents to apply for citizen positions on
the Rouge Watershed Task Force;
THAT upon approval of the Terms of Reference, a Joint letter from the Rouge Park
Alliance and the TRCA be sent to all groups and agencies listed in the proposed Task
Force membership inviting them to appoint a representative and an alternate to the Task
Force;
THAT the Chair and Vice Chair of the Authority serve as the TRCA's representative and
alternate on the Task Force;
THAT the first meeting of the Rouge Watershed Task Force be convened in February
2004;
AND FURTHER THAT staff proceed to undertake the watershed planning study, as
summarized in this report, subject to available funding.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #5/03, held on June 27, 2003, Resolution #A129/03 was passed:
THAT the Rouge River Watershed Planning Study be initiated and undertaken in three
phases according to the general work program outlined in this report;
THAT in 2003 public /stakeholder input to the work program be obtained via reports to
the Rouge Park Alliance, meetings with municipal staff, and a community open house in
the fall and that the public /stakeholder involvement program for the remainder of the
study be confirmed at the end of Phase 1 (February 2004);
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back in fall, 2003 with a detailed work program and on
Phase 1 progress.
Effective involvement of all stakeholders is fundamental to the practice of watershed planning
and is vital for implementation to succeed. The TRCA's task force model has been
demonstrated over the past decade to be an effective and accountable means of bringing
watershed stakeholders together to develop watershed plans. The goal in establishing a
watershed task force is to provide a venue for all stakeholder groups to work together in
directing and having input to the development of a watershed plan.
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Rouge Watershed Task Force Structure
In the case of the Rouge watershed, two options were considered for the Task Force model: 1)
use of the existing Rouge Park Alliance; or 2) establishment of a new Task Force committee
with a relationship to both the Rouge Park Alliance and the TRCA's Full Authority. Use of the
existing Rouge Park Alliance has advantages in that a number of partners are already
represented and a parallel process might be avoided. However, as the existing mandate of the
Rouge Park Alliance is limited to the Rouge Park, their scope would need to be expanded to
address the full watershed study area. The membership of the Rouge Park Alliance does not
include representation from all stakeholder groups, such as industry (e.g. agriculture, urban
development, water users), or the general public, and therefore would have to be expanded to
allow each group to have equal opportunity to represent its issues. The development of a
watershed plan will require a significant dedication of time for a thorough discussion of issues,
and functionally this is likely to occur at a sub - committee level of the Alliance, due to
inadequate time available on current agendas and the need to engage a broader group of
stakeholders.
Based on these considerations, it is recommended that a separate Task Force be established
with reporting relationships to both the Rouge Park Alliance and the TRCA's Full Authority. A
draft terms of reference for this Task Force is attached. It is recognized that some of the Task
Force members (e.g. municipal elected representatives) may be the same representatives as
those on the Rouge Park Alliance. Efforts will be made to coordinate meetings and streamline
activities to avoid excessive demands on time and duplication of presentations and discussion
between the two groups.
It is also recognized that there is a potential overlap of issues between the Rouge Watershed
Task Force and the current Heritage Committee of the Alliance. Efforts will also be made to
coordinate these meetings and agendas.
Solicitation for Task Force Members
In anticipation of the formation of a more formal committee to guide the watershed planning
study, the Rouge Park 'Alliance passed the following resolutions at its June 20, 2003 meeting:
AND THAT a joint letter from the Rouge Park Alliance and TRCA be tent to the local,
regional and aboriginal governments found within the Rouge River watershed to inform
them of the initiation of the process and request them to be prepared to provide a
representative to participate on the Task Force;
AND THAT staff be prepared to invite local citizens and citizen groups to participate in
the watershed planning process in the autumn.
During a series of scoping sessions, municipal staff advised that letters be sent to municipal
clerks by the end of November, 2003, such that the requests for appointments to the Task
Force could be coordinated with all appointments to agencies, boards and commissions,
following the municipal election. Staff will proceed to have a joint letter sent to each
municipality requesting a Task Force member and an alternate, as per the above -noted
resolution.
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A series of Community 'Open Houses are planned throughout the watershed at the end of
November, with the objectives of raising awareness about the watershed planning study,
seeking input on local issues and desired outcomes of the plan, and informing the public as to
how they can become involved in the process. Watershed citizens will be invited to apply to be
considered for the citizen positions on the Task Force.
Watershed Planning Study Workplan
During June to October, 2003, scoping sessions have been held with staff from the watershed
municipalities to discuss a draft workplan. Meetings were held with: the Towns of Markham,
Richmond Hill, and Whitchurch - Stouffville, the Regions of York and Durham, City of Toronto,
and City of Pickering. Input from the municipal partners, Rouge Park members, and technical
staff have been incorporated into a revised, detailed work program. The following is a
summary of the proposed work:
Workplan Summary
The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA), in partnership with Rouge Park, York
Region, Durham Region, City of Toronto, City of Pickering, Town of Markham, Town of
Richmond Hill, Town of Whitchurch- Stouffville, and other watershed stakeholders is
undertaking a watershed planning process to develop an integrated, strategic plan for the
Rouge Watershed. This watershed planning process has been initiated in response to a
number of recent policy and planning developments, including the need to: provide a
watershed context for implementing the Rouge Park Management Plans; fulfill the watershed
planning requirements of the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan (ORMCP); address
information gaps, and update the original Rouge River Comprehensive Basin Management
Strategy (1990).
The goal of this watershed planning study is to recommend effective management strategies
that will guide land and water use decisions, such that the overall health of the Rouge
Watershed is protected and enhanced. Consistent with an ecosystem approach to planning,
the study must also take into account the broader picture and ensure that the Rouge
Watershed functions and role in the landscape are preserved. Recognizing the wealth of
available monitoring information and the need to ensure consistency with the Rouge Park and
Rouge Park North Plans and other previous work, this watershed planning study will focus
efforts by applying the following principles:
1. Focus on filling information gaps (ie. water use, groundwater- surface water
interactions, fluvial geomorphology and stream stability, chlorides) and
developing improved management direction for these issues.
2. Shift the emphasis of study time from data collection to development of the
management strategy. Provide more detailed implementation direction,
especially for private lands, and for the application of existing policy where
suitable.
3. Don't let study delay action. Foster implementation projects that can
demonstrate and test innovative approaches.
4. Keep reports concise and user - focused.
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The study area will include the entire watershed of the Rouge River, as it extends from the Oak
Ridges Moraine to Lake Ontario and the near shore environment. It will also address all the
lands within the boundaries of Rouge Park, which extend to the east of the Rouge watershed
into the Petticoat Creek watershed. The regional context will be established, such that linkages
between the Rouge Watershed and neighbouring areas are understood to the extent possible.
The overall study will be co- directed by the TRCA and the Rouge Park, in cooperation with a
multi - stakeholder Watershed Task Force. The Watershed Task Force will report to the Rouge
Park Alliance and ultimately to the TRCA's Full Authority, through the Watershed Management
Advisory Board. Municipal staff and other key stakeholders will be circulated with draft
documents from each phase in the planning study, and meetings will be convened as needed.
A partner involvement program, including stakeholder focus group meetings, community open
houses, and web site postings, will provide a variety of means for all stakeholders to participate
in the planning study.
The watershed planning process will be divided into three main phases:
Phase 1 - Scoping and Characterization (March 2003 - February 2004)
Phase 2 - Analysis and Evaluation of Alternatives (January 2004 - September 2004)
Phase 3 - Plan Development (June 2004 to February 2005).
Individual studies will cover a comprehensive range of watershed management issues and will
evaluate the interdependencies and interactions among natural systems and human activities.
Reports will address the following topics in a level of detail appropriate to the watershed scale
of issues: climate, air quality, surface water quality and quantity, groundwater quality and
quantity, fluvial geomorphology, aquatic and terrestrial systems, human heritage, and human
use of the watershed. More detail may be provided for subwatersheds on the Oak Ridges
Moraine, as needed to fulfill the ORMCP.
The final products of the plan will establish an updated information base and management
strategy for use in understanding the watershed's natural systems and making informed
decisions regarding human activities in the watershed. A State of the Watershed (SOW) Report
and Baseline Report Card will define a framework of Rouge watershed management
objectives, indicators, and targets, and current watershed conditions. This can be used to
guide decisions in the interim, as the final plan is being prepared. The SOW Report will also
review the lessons learned from over a decade of experience implementing the original
Comprehensive Basin Management Strategy, and use this knowledge to re- direct the updated
plan, if necessary.
The Watershed Plan will recommend an effective management strategy for the watershed and
include a user - focused implementation framework, with specific attention given to the
preparation of a consolidated set of watershed policies and criteria, water conservation plan,
stewardship and regeneration priorities, and maintenance issues. Strategic directions will be
provided for that portion of the Rouge Park in the Petticoat Creek watershed, with an emphasis
on natural system and public use linkages. Demonstration projects will be pursued during the
planning process, as a means of accelerating in- the - ground implementation action.
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This study will continue to advance the science of integrated watershed planning in an
urbanizing environment, and will recommend state- of- the-art approaches for the sustainable
management of the Rouge Watershed and Rouge Park.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
The terms of reference for the Task Force will be submitted to the Rouge Park Alliance for
approval at its meeting on November 21, 2003. Any substantive changes requested by the
Alliance will be brought back to the Authority for approval at its December meeting.
Formal requests for Task Force appointments will be made to all stakeholder groups, such that
the Task Force could be established in February 2004.
The revised draft workplan will be circulated to municipal staff for review and any additional
comments.
Report prepared by: Sonya Meek, extension 5253
For information contact: Sonya Meek extension 5253 or Lewis Yeager 905 - 713 -7374
October 24, 2003
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THE ROUGE WATERSHED TASK FORCE
TERMS OF REFERENCE
Draft - October 24, 2003
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THE ROUGE WATERSHED TASK FORCE
TERMS OF REFERENCE
1.0 GOAL
The goal of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) and the Rouge Park
Alliance in establishing the Rouge Watershed Task Force is to provide a venue for all
stakeholder groups to work together in directing and having input to the development of a
strategic plan for the Rouge River Watershed. Task Force members will be sought from
municipal and agency politicians and staff; community groups; business and industry;
watershed residents; and the general public.
Development of the Rouge Watershed Plan will raise awareness of watershed issues and
determine an effective, proactive strategy for managing the watershed. It will also promote
stewardship activities by bringing together communities and their watersheds. Through
participation in the development of this plan, all watershed stakeholders should share a sense
of responsibility for its implementation.
Figure 1 outlines the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's Watershed Planning
Process and the roles served by a watershed task force.
2.0 TASK FORCE MANDATE
The mandate of the Task Force is to focus on developing a watershed management plan and
ensuring the interests of all watershed stakeholders are considered. The goal of the plan is to
recommend effective management strategies that will guide land use and resource use
_ decisions, such that the overall health of the Rouge Watershed is protected and enhanced. A
draft workplan (October, 2003) outlines a proposed scope of work for this initiative. The Task
Force mandate does not include formal commenting on ongoing activities and development
proposals in the watersheds.
To develop the watershed plan, the Task Force will:
• set watershed management goals, objectives, and targets
• define issues and management approaches for analysis
• evaluate alternative management approaches
• recommend effective management approaches and set priorities for protection,
enhancement, and regeneration
• review and comment on draft Task Force documents (e.g. State of the Watershed Report
including a baseline Report Card on watershed health, technical analysis summaries,
watershed plan, implementation plan and model policy)
• participate on subcommittees, or working groups, of the Task Force to discuss specific
issues in more detail
• follow the Authority's Policies and Procedures with respect to purchasing
• provide a draft watershed plan to the Authority by June 30, 2005.
To ensure the interests of all stakeholders are considered and to foster the pl'an's
implementation, Task Force members will, throughout the process:
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• keep members of the broader group that he /she represents (e.g. municipal council,
industry, environmental group, etc.) informed of the study progress and solicit input from
the broader group
• in addition to representing their own constituency, the individual Task Force member must
be committed to achieving a consensus in the development of a management plan that is
in the best interests of the overall watershed
• attend community group /service club meetings with TRCA and Rouge Park staff and make
presentations on behalf of the Task Force
• attend community open houses and focus group meetings to assist in consulting and
involving individuals, technical experts, interest groups, business and industry.
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3.0 TASK FORCE MEMBERSHIP
3.1 Membership and Term
Members of the Task Force will be appointed by the Authority for a term beginning in February,
2004 and ending December 30, 2005. With the exception of the watershed residents, each of
the following stakeholder groups will be invited to identify one representative and one alternate
to form the Task Force membership:
Municipal government
One elected representative and one alternate
(elected or senior staff) from each of the four
local and three regional municipalities within
the watershed, including:
1. Town of Markham
2. Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville
3. Town of Richmond Hill
4. City of Pickering
5. City of Toronto
6. York Region
7. Durham Region
Other government
8. Aboriginal community
9. Toronto Zoo
10. Rouge Park Alliance
11. TRCA
Environmental Groups
12. Save the Rouge Valley System
13. Friends of the Rouge
14. Richmond Hill Naturalists
15. Rouge Valley Foundation
16. Milne Park Conservation Assoc.
Industry
17. Urban Development lnstitue (UDI)
18.Agricultural sector
19. Golf Courses
20. Greater Toronto Airports Authority
21. Aggregate industry
Federal and Provincial Government
22. Transport Canada
23. Environment Canada
24. Dept. of Fisheries and Oceans
25. MNR
26. MOE
27. MMAH
28.OMAF
29. MTO
Watershed residents
30. from Toronto
31. from Markham
32. from Richmond Hill
33. from Whitchurch - Stouffville
34. from Pickering
Task Force meetings will be held approximately every 4 -6 weeks, at a mutually agreed upon
time, and will be held at locations within the watershed.
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3.2 Selection, Appointment, and Replacement Process
Except for the citizen members, a letter will be sent to each of the stakeholder groups
requesting the appointment of a Task Force representative. Citizen members will be selected
through an application and interview process. Advertisements for citizen applicants will be
posted in local newspapers and distributed at the November Community Open House
meetings. A selection committee; consisting of the Rouge Park Alliance Chair, Rouge Park
General Manager, a TRCA Board Member, and a TRCA staff person will review the applications
and conduct interviews. Selection criteria will include consideration for: residency within the
Rouge watershed, demonstrated interest in watershed management, and previous volunteer
experience, with an attempt to ensure geographic representation from throughout the
watershed study area from among the citizen members.
Resignations may be filled by the Authority and Rouge Park on the recommendation of the
selection committee, described above, and the Task Force.
Task Force members or their alternates are required to attend all Task Force meetings on a
regular basis. Members unable to fulfill this commitment will be replaced after missing three
consecutive meetings to ensure broad and effective representation on watershed issues.
4.0 TASK FORCE REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
The Task Force will report to the Rouge Park Alliance and ultimately to the TRCA's Full
Authority through the Watershed Management Advisory Board, according to the reporting
relationship shown in Figure 2. It is the intent of the TRCA and the Rouge Park Alliance that a
consensus position be developed to the extent possible among all stakeholders on all
decisions, before a report is taken to the Full Authority. The Task Force will report at least
semi - annually on its progress.
Municipal Task Force members are responsible for taking reports of the Rouge Watershed
Task Force back to their respective municipal councils. Likewise, provincial and federal
government members are responsible for taking reports to senior Ministry officials. Authority
staff will assist in providing information for reports. Municipal, provincial and federal staff will
be invited to attend all meetings, and may effectively participate on working group committees.
The Task Force may establish sub - committees, or "working groups ", as issues dictate to allow
for more in -depth discussion than time would allow at Task Force meetings and to engage
additional expertise. The Chair of each working group will be a Task Force member.
At such time as provincial source protection planning legislation is introduced, the Task Force'
s reporting relationship with any designated source protection planning committee will be
clarified and amended, as necessary.
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5.0 RULES OF CONDUCT
The Task Force will follow the Rules of Conduct of the Authority (The Metropolitan Toronto and
Region Conservation Authority), as adopted by Resolution #3 of the Authority Meeting #2/86,
or as may be amended. A quorum will consist of a majority of the members of the Task Force.
Under the Authority's Rules of Conduct, final decisions are made by vote. Only Task Force
members or alternates can vote. It is the intent that adequate time will be provided for a
thorough discussion of issues and development of a consensus position, to the extent
possible, before any vote is called. Depending on the subject at hand, the services of a
professional facilitator may be contracted to assist in meetings and workshops.
A Chair and Vice Chair of the Task Force will be nominated from among the Task Force
membership, and will be elected by the Task Force at their second meeting. The TRCA Chair
will chair the first two Task Force meetings, until a Task Force Chair is elected. All subsequent
meetings will be chaired by the Task Force Chair or Vice Chair. All meeting agendas will be set
by TRCA and Rouge Park staff, with input and approval of the Task Force Chair. The Chair and
Vice Chair will be ex- officio members of all working groups.
Municipal Task Force members are responsible for keeping their alternate municipal
representatives informed of Task Force business, and for ensuring the alternate attends
meetings in the Task Force member's absence.
Task Force meetings are open to the public. Members of the public may make deputations to
the Task Force, but only based upon a prior written request that is approved by the Chair.
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Figure 2
Rouge Watershed Task Force Reporting Structure
ROUGE PARK ALLIANCE
TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION
AUTHORITY BOARD
WATERSHED MANAGEMENT
ADVISORY BOARD
ROUGE WATERSHED
TASK FORCE
6.0 RESOURCES AVAILABLE TO THE TASK FORCE
The Task Force are charged with creating a Watershed Plan by June of 2005. In order to assist
in meeting this deadline, the following resources are available.
6.1 Project Management Team and Support Staff
A Project Management Team consisting of a TRCA senior staff person, a project manager, and
the Rouge Park General Manager will meet regularly, in consultation with the Task Force Chair,
to ensure the planning process is fulfilling the agreed -upon objectives.
Administrative assistance and communications expertise will be available to assist in Task
Force meeting arrangements, record keeping, and consultation.
6.2 Technical Study Coordination
TRCA staff will be responsible for coordination of the integrated watershed planning process
and supporting technical studies, under the direction of the Task Force. Individual technical
studies will be either be conducted by in -house staff at the TRCA, partner municipalities, or
consultants.
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6.3 Funding
A number of funding sources have been pursued. The primary funding requests for plan
development have been made by the Authority to their regional municipal members, namely
York Region and the City of Toronto.
Funding needs are also being discussed with local municipal governments as well as
provincial and federal agencies. These funds would be used to undertake project specific
work, and may be pursued to initiate priority projects that are identified as the plan is
developed.
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RES. #A224 /03 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION
PROJECT 2001 -2005
Flood Plain and Conservation Component / Don River Watershed
Fairbrook Developments Inc., CFN 34593. Purchase of property located
on the north side of Rutherford Road, west of Greenock Drive (Maple),
City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, under the "Natural
Heritage Lands Protection and Acquisition Project 2001 -2005"
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Don River Watershed.
(Executive Res. #B 137/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Lorna Bissell
THAT 3.80 hectares (9.39 acres), more or less, of vacant land be purchased from
Fairbrook Developments Inc., being Part of Lots 16 and 17, Concession 4 and designated
as Block 42 on a draft Plan of Subdivision prepared by Guido Papa Surveying Ltd.,
Ontario Land Surveyor under their Reference No. 02 -413, dated August 12, 2003, City of
Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, located on the north side of Rutherford Road,
west of Greenock Drive;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) 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 TRCA officials be authorized and directed to
execute all necessary documentation required.
CARRIED
RES. #A225 /03 - YORK REGION DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD
Request for release of any and all interest of the Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority (TRCA) in a small parcel of land located on the
south side of Rutherford Road, east of Islington Avenue, City of Vaughan,
Regional Municipality of York, Humber River Watershed, CFN 25850. The
TRCA is in receipt of a request from the York Region District School
Board, the owner of the property located on the south side of Rutherford
Road, east of Islington Avenue, in the City of Vaughan, Regional
Municipality of York, for the TRCA to release any and all interest in a
small parcel of land to allow its sale to The Regional Municipality of York
for the widening of Rutherford Road.
(Executive Res. #B 138/03)
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Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Lorna Bissell
THAT WHEREAS 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 land located
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 TRCA that 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
cooperate with the York Region District School Board in this Instance;
LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT the TRCA release any and all Interest in a small parcel of
land containing 0.026 hectares (0.064 acres), more or less, to the York Region District
School Board, said land being Part of Lot 15, Concession 7, further being described as
Parts 1 and 2 on Reference Plan 65R- 25496, 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 of the
interest of land;
THAT the appropriate TRCA officials be authorized and directed to take whatever action
may be required to give effect hereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and
the execution of any documents.
AND FURTHER THAT the Region of York, as part of the road widening, consider an
agressive landscaping plan, including trees and shrubs.
CARRIED
RES. #A226/03 - LICENCE AGREEMENT WITH THE ONTARIO REALTY
CORPORATION
Duffins Creek Watershed, CFN 33697. Entering into a licence agreement
for a five year term with the Ontario Realty Corporation to facilitate the
construction of a stream gauge located south of the 3rd Concession,
west of Brock Road, City of Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham.
(Executive Res. #B 139/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Lorna Bissell
THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) enter Into a licence
agreement with the Ontario Realty Corporation (ORC) for construction and use of a
stream gauge, by TRCA on a parcel of land owned by ORC containing 0.001 hectares
(0.002 acres), more or less, together with a footpath for access, said land being Part of
Lot 20, Concession 3, City of Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham;
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THAT the term of the licence agreement be five years;
THAT the payment be $100.00 plus GST payable monthly;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate TRCA officials be authorized and directed to
execute all necessary documentation required.
CARRIED
RES. #A227 /03 - PROPOSED ADMINISTRATION FEES FOR PLANNING SERVICES
AND PERMITTING
Improvements to the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's
(TRCA) development review level of service are urgently needed, in
tandem with a major overhaul of our plan review and permitting fee
collection process to support an improved level of service.
(Business Excellence Res. #C18 /03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Lorna Bissell
Ila Bossons
THAT the Planning fee Schedule and Permitting Fee Schedule as appended to this report
be approved, effective November 1, 2003;
THAT staff be directed to advise Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's watershed
municipalities of the planning and permitting fee changes Immediately upon approval;
THAT the Urban Development Institute be advised of the planning and permitting fee
changes Immediately upon approval;
THAT all current applicants to which a change In fee structure will apply be advised
within 30 days of approval of the fee structure changes;
THAT all current applicants who have not paid their application and technical fees will be
required to pay this in addition to the revised clearance fees;
THAT the development Industry be advised that application guidelines will be available
on November 1, 2003 and Input will be welcomed;
AND FURTHER THAT a preliminary target of $1.8 million In revenue from planning and
permitting activities be included in the 2004 preliminary operating budget.
AMENDMENT
RES. #A228 /03
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Lorna Bissell
Ila Bossons
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THAT the first paragraph of the main motion be replaced with the following:
THAT the Planning fee Schedule and Permitting Fee Schedule as appended to this report
be approved, effective December 1, 2003, and joint meetings with appropriate
organizations to discuss the implementation plan for Improvements to the service
delivery model commence on December 1, 2003.
THE AMENDMENT WAS CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED
RES. #A229 /03 - HEART LAKE CONSERVATION AREA MASTER PLAN
Commencing the Heart Lake Conservation Area Master Plan Process.
(Business Excellence Res. #C19 /03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Maria Augimeri
David Barrow
THAT staff be authorized to develop a Heart Lake Conservation Area Master Plan;
THAT an Advisory Committee be established, which would include members of the
Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Coalition, interested community groups, business
representatives, community residents, agency staff, municipal staff and area councillors
to assist with the development of the Master Plan and to facilitate the opportunity for
public Input;
AND FURTHER THAT the final Master Plan be brought to the Authority for approval.
CARRIED
RES. #A230 /03 - EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT SURVEY
Implementation of an annual Employee Engagement Survey and
associated programs for continuous improvement.
(Business Excellence Res. #C20/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Maria Augimeri
David Barrow
THAT staff be directed to report on the results of an annual Employee Engagement
Survey with recommended measures for changes in processes and policies to pursue
continuous Improvement.
CARRIED
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RES. #A231 /03 - 2004 PRELIMINARY ESTIMATES, CAPITAL AND OPERATING
Overview. Presents an overview of the 2004 Capital and Operating
Preliminary Estimates.
(Business Excellence Res. #C21 /03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Maria Augimeri
David Barrow
THAT the 2004 Preliminary Estimates, Operating and Capital, be approved;
AND FURTHER THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff and
officials be authorized and directed to make appropriate representation to the TRCA's
funding partners about the 2004 Preliminary Estimates.
CARRIED
RES. #A232 /03 - REVIEW OF RESERVES POLICY
Staff report on Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA)
reserves as requested at Business Excellence Advisory Board Meeting
#5/03.
(Business Excellence Res. #C22/03 & Res. #C23/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Maria Augimeri
David Barrow
THAT the staff report dated September 25, 2003 on reserves be received.
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to report back on a policy to develop and manage
reserves.
CARRIED
RES. #A233 /03 - GREATER TORONTO AIRPORTS AUTHORITY (GTAA)
Advocate for Sustainable Development Report on the GTAA's
sustainability initiatives and partnership with the Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority (TRCA).
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Raymond Cho
Joe Pantalone
THAT the Greater Toronto Airport Authority's sustainability initiatives, as outlined In the
article titled, "Leeding the Way to Sustainable Development" (GTAA's Environmental
News, May /June 2003 as appended, be supported;
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THAT TRCA staff continue to work with the GTAA to assist them in achieving
sustainability objectives in their day -to -day operations at Lester B. Pearson Airport;
THAT TRCA staff work with the GTAA as they apply sustainability principles in planning
for the proposed Pickering Airport in the Duffins Creek Watershed;
THAT the GTAA be encouraged to continue to work with the TRCA as a partner in the
Implementation of the Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks and Duffins and Carruthers Creeks
watershed plans to achieve the objectives of the TRCA's The Living City program;
AND FURTHER THAT TRCA staff report back on the progress of these partnership
initiatives with the GTAA.
CARRIED
RES. #A234 /03 - TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY ROLE IN AIR
QUALITY AND THE CLEAN AIR PARTNERSHIP
Memorandum of Understandingtetween The Clean Air Partnership and
the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA).
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Raymond Cho
Joe Pantalone
THAT the Chair and Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to enter into a
Memorandum of Understanding with The Clean Air Partnership to develop and implement
GTA -wide clean air initiatives;
THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority become a partner of the GTA Clean
Air Council, and in so doing, submit the attached summary of TRCA clean air initiatives to
the Clean Alr Council to be incorporated Into their next report on Government's Actions
on Clean Air in the Greater Toronto Area;
AND FURTHER THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority work with The
Clean Air Partnership and GTA Clean Air Council to develop a regional scale clean air
plan, as the first Joint project of the partnership.
CARRIED
RES. #A235 /03 - FEDERAL GOVERNMENT GREEN SPACE LANDS STUDY
Progress Report - Green Space Stewardship Advisory Committee. The
progress of the Green Space Stewardship Advisory Committee (GSSAC)
in developing a Green Space Master Plan.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Raymond Cho
Joe Pantalone
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THAT Transport Canada staff involved in the Green Space Plan be invited to attend a
future Sustainable Communities Advisory Board Meeting to present the draft Green
Space Plan;
THAT Transport Canada be encouraged to seek input from the public, watershed
stakeholders and tenants before finalizing a master plan for submission to the Minister;
THAT Transport Canada be requested to ensure the planning for Green Space Lands
achieves the Implementation of the Rouge North Management Plan, the Eastern Markham
Strategic Review, the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan, the Duffins Creek
Watershed Plan and the Duffins Creek Headwaters Management Plan;
THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority support the decision taken by the
federal government to protect surplus federal lands in the Rouge River and Duffins Creek
watersheds;
AND FURTHER THAT a copy of this report be forwarded to the Transport Canada Green
Space Project Team and the Minister.
CARRIED
RES. #A236/03 - INTERIM ROUTE FOR THE DURHAM REGION TRANS CANADA
TRAIL
Approval in principle of the interim route for the Durham Region Trans
Canada Trail.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Raymond Cho
Joe Pantalone
THAT the interim route for the Durham Region Trans Canada Trail through the Duffins
Creek watershed be approved in principle;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff inform the Town of
Uxbridge, the City of Pickering, the Town of Ajax and the Trans Canada Trail Foundation
of the approval;
AND FURTHER THAT a representative from TRCA work with the municipalities, the
Durham Region School Board and community groups towards the implementation of the
interim route.
CARRIED
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SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
RES. #A237 /03 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Irene Jones
Ila Bossons
THAT Ontario Regulation 158 Items 8.4.1 - 8.4.46, contained in Section I1 of Executive
Committee Minutes #9/03, held on October 3, 2003, be received.
RES. #A238 /03 - SECTION 11- ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Anthony Ketchum
Dave Ryan
CARRIED
THAT Section!! items 8.5 - 8.8, contained in Executive Committee Minutes #9/03, held on
October 3, 2003, be received.
CARRIED
Section 11 Items 8.5 - 8.8
REQUEST FOR DISPOSAL OF AUTHORITY -OWNED LAND
(Executive Res. #B 142/03)
COLD CREEK FLUVIAL GEOMORPHOLOGY STUDY - AWARD OF CONTRACT
(Executive Res. #B 143/03)
CENTREVILLE CREEK EROSION ANALYSIS - AWARD OF CONTRACT
(Executive Res. #B 144/03)
ROUGE RIVER AND BEAVER CREEK FLOODPLAIN MAPPING EXTENSION - AWARD OF
CONTRACT
(Executive Res. #B 145/03)
SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF ANOTHER BOARD
RES. #A239 /03 - SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF ANOTHER BOARD
Moved by: Tanny Wells
Seconded by: Bill O'Donnell
THAT Section IV item 9.6 - Financial Progress Report, contained in Business Excellence
Advisory Board Minutes #6/03, held on October 3, 2003, be received.
CARRIED
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NEW BUSINESS
RES. #A240/03
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Michael Di Biase
Dick O'Brien
THAT Dr. and Mrs. Robert MacMillan and family be thanked for their significant donation
of valuable greenspace in the City of Vaughan to the Nature Conservancy of Canada
(NCC);
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to continue to work with the MacMillan family,
NCC and numerous other partners to manage the property for maximum environmental
benefit and public enjoyment.
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11:07 a.m.., on Friday, October 31, 2003.
Dick O'Brien
Chair
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CARRIED
Brian Denney
Secretary- Treasurer
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erTHE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION
AUTHORITY
MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #9/03
November 28, 2003
The Authority Meeting #9/03, was held in the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer Village,
on Friday, November 28, 2003. The Chair Dick O'Brien, called the meeting to order at
10:08 a.m.
PRESENT
Maria Augimeri Member
David Barrow
Lorna Bissell Member
Ila Bossons Member
Rob Ford Member
Irene Jones Member
Anthony Ketchum Member
Jim McMaster Member
Dick O'Brien Vice Chair
Gern Lynn O'Connor T Chair
Bill O'Donnell Member
Maja Prentice Member
Dave Ryan Member
Ian Sinclair Member
Tanny Wells Member
Member
REGRETS
Bas Balkissoon Member
Raymond Cho Member
Michael Di Blase Member
Susan Di Marco Member
Cliff Gyles Member
Suzan Hall Member
Pam McConnell Member
Peter Milczyn Member
Ron Moeser Member
Linda Pabst Member
Joe Pantelone Member
Frank Scarpitti Member
Sherene Shaw Member
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RES. #A241 /03 - MINUTES
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Maria Augimeri
Rob Ford
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #8/03, held on October 31, 2003, be approved.
CARRIED
PRESENTATIONS
(a) A presentation by Dave Ryan, TRCA Member, in regards to Frenchman's Bay Park
West- Eco- Action Cheque Presentation.
(b) A presentation by Anthony Ketchum, TRCA Member, in regards to the Conservation
Foundation's Environmental Programs Audit Committee and the solicitation activities of
the Conservation Foundation.
RES. #A242 /03 - PRESENTATIONS
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Tanny Wells
THAT above -noted presentations (a) and (b) be heard and received.
CORRESPONDENCE
(a)
CARRIED
An email dated November 28, 2003, from Madeleine McDowell, Chair, Humber Heritage
Committee, in regards to item 8.9 - Ontario Regulation 158.
(b) A letter dated November 28, 2003, from Tanny Wells, TRCA Member, in regards to item
8.1 - Hearing Report
RES. #A243 /03 - CORRESPONDENCE
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bill O'Donnell
Tanny Wells
THAT above -noted correspondence (a) be received.
CARRIED
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RES. #A244/03 -
Moved by:
Seconded by:
THAT above -noted
CORRESPONDENCE
Anthony Ketchum
Ian Sinclair
correspondence (b) be added to the agenda and received
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CARRIED
CORRESPONDENCE (A)
To: Kathy Stranks /MTRCA @MTRCA
cc:
Subject: Ontario Regulation 158
November 26th 2003
Chairman Dick O'Brien and
Members of the Board
Toronto Region Conservation Authority
5 Shoreham Drive, Downsview,
Ontario, M3N 1S4
Dear Chairman O'Brien:
I feel compelled to express concern regarding the delegation by the Authority of minor works
approvals to staff.
While the streamlining of permit approvals for minor construction, in order to make such
things more convenient for the public is understandable, and a direction in which the Province as
well as the municipalities are moving, I have a concern that the accumulative impact of such
minor works will become less obvious. The Authority agenda and minutes is a public record and
as such, provides information which serves to monitor incremental changes in both urban and
rural areas over a period of time. The Board, public and also staff other than those directly
involved in making decisions related to specific permit approvals, need to be aware of these
decisions, each of which can be dealt with more expeditiously, but in a very narrow way, if only
considered as affecting control of flooding, erosion, dynamic beaches, pollution or the
conservation of land.
The Guelph Conference of 1941 was an assembly of experts in forestry and conservation. It
was an epiphany in that it recognized that forest cover loss and accompanying flooding and
degradation of the environment was a serious threat to Ontario, but that the watershed was the
key to the issue. Flowing from this and based upon A .H. Richardson's 1944 report on his pilot
study of watershed management of the environment Conservation Authorities were instituted.
It is essential that all decisions reflect a great deal more than flood and erosion control, and
that the Authority reflect the aspect of environmental regeneration and protection as the strong
element of conservation leadership for which the public look to it. A depth of awareness is part of
this and I express a fear for its erosion with this move unless some means of reporting is included,
to document the incremental effect.
I am also concerned about the aspect of simple City engineering permits for Works, which can
leave behind a trail of devastation, such as would have been the case in Chapman Valley. Natural
heritage surprises are not a good community experience.
Thank you for your kind attention.
Yours sincerely,
Madeleine McDowell
Chair, Humber Heritage Committee
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CORRESPONDENCE (B)
Tanny Wells
37 Woodlawn Ave. W
Toronto, ON
November 28, 2003
Dick O'Brien
Chair
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
Dear Dick:
I feel that I must voice my concern and deep disappointment in the decision of the
executive committee to allow the building of a new house in a ravine in Rosedale in spite
of a staff report which recommended against it.
As one of only three citizen members of the Authority, and one who has for many years
been involved with the grassroots organizations endeavouring to restore our degraded
watersheds and rivers I am appalled that the executive would have allowed this. Not only
does the decision fly in the face of TRCA's stated policies, it can only be viewed as a
huge insult to the volunteers and all of us who for years have been working to
incrementally reclaim our valleys.
Preventing the development of 119 Glen Road was the responsibility of the TRCA based
on our aims and objectives. Decisions taken by the Authority and its executive should be
based on the impact of the proposed development on the watershed. It is very clearly
the right and indeed the obligation of the TCRA to ensure that the water and valleys are
protected from harm. This we have clearly failed to do in this case.
I am very concerned about the serious consequences of this decision. The first is that of
precedent. There are currently two other Rosedale Ravine properties "in play" and I
suggest that it will be very difficult to protect the ravines adequately in these instances as
a result of the inaction of the TCRA.
Secondly, the community groups who look to us to be the institutional protectors of what
they are trying to recreate will be very disheartened. Many volunteers took time off work
to appear at the OMB hearings and at Council, and this decision can only send a very
negative message to the hundreds of volunteers we rely on.
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Until now, I have been proud to serve an organization devoted to protecting, preserving
and restoring the natural features of this city. It is a role I take seriously. I wanted to
ensure that you had a written record of my concerns relating to this matter. I look
forward to working with you to increase citizen involvement in and oversight of the
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority to improve the level of accountability of our
organization.
Sincerely,
Tanny Wells
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SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION
RES. #A245/03 - TORONTO WATERFRONT REVITALIZATION - DELIVERY
AGREEMENTS FOR THE PORT UNION WATERFRONT
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT AND THE MIMICO WATERFRONT
LINEAR PARK PROJECT
To authorize Toronto and Region Conservation Authority officials to
execute the delivery agreements for the Port Union Waterfront
Improvements and Mimico Waterfront Linear Park Projects.
Moved by: Irene Jones
Seconded by: Mafia Prentice
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 Port Union Waterfront Improvements
Project ($16 million) and the Mimico Waterfront Linear Park Project ($6.5 million),
consistent with TWRC Development and Business Plan;
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 TRCA enter into the Toronto Waterfront
Revitalization - Port Union Waterfront Improvements Project and the Mimico Waterfront
Linear Park Project Delivery Agreements, subject to all terms and conditions being
finalized in a manner satisfactory to the Chair of the Authority, TRCA staff and solicitors,
Gardiner Roberts LLP;
THAT TRCA 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
Agreements;
AND FURTHER THAT the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation and the City of
Toronto Waterfront Secretariat be so advised.
BACKGROUND CARRIED
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.
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.
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On October 20, 2000, government leaders of the City of Toronto and provincial and federal
governments announced their support for the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Initiative and
their point 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.
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 the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation. 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.
In October 2002, the TWRC released its document entitled Our Waterfront: gateway to a New
Canada - The Development Plan and Business Strategy for the Revitalization of the - Toronto
Waterfront.
At Authority Meeting #11/02 held on January 10, 2003 the Development Plan and Business
Strategy and its recommendations contained therein were supported in principle with the
adoption of Res. #A286/02:
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 TWRCs 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;
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AND FURTHER THAT the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation and the City of
Toronto, Province of Ontario and Government of Canada be so advised.
Over the past several months, TRCA staff, in consultation with the TWRC program managers,
city staff and others, have been developing Delivery Agreements for the Port Union Waterfront
Improvements Project (Scarborough) and the Mimico Waterfront Linear Park Project
(Etobicoke). The Delivery Agreements will facilitate the implementation of these projects with
funding of $16 million for the Port Union Project and $6.5 million for the Mimico Linear Park
Project. There is agreement among the government partners that expenditures incurred on
these projects prior to the signing of the Delivery Agreements will be included within the
funding envelope.
Summary of Delivery Agreements .
The Delivery Agreements provide for the carrying out of the implementation and related
activities by the TRCA, and funding by the TWRC. The format and content of these
agreements has been discussed among the stakeholders. A summary of key elements in the
Delivery Agreements has been provided below. While separate documents have been
prepared for each of the projects, the format and content are virtually the same.
Scope of Authorized Activities
TRCA will submit a detailed summary of activities for each of the projects in keeping with the
parameters set out in the Delivery Agreement. The activities will be set out for each project in
the Project Expenditure and Work Plans and submitted to the TWRC for approval.
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 to, the projects as set out in the Contribution Agreement. The Port Union
Waterfront Improvements Project has a maximum allowable cost of $16 million with the Mimico
Waterfront Linear Park Project eligible for $6.5 million dollars, including project management
costs.
Obligations
The TRCA is to ensure that:
- 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
- up -to -date records and documents for the authorized activities are maintained.
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Schedules and Reports
The Delivery Agreements stipulate that the TRCA is to undertake an extensive reporting
process which includes undergoing periodic audits by the TWRC and the three 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
with the project budget once a month. The TWRC has 10 business days to review payment
requests 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.
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 the Delivery Agreements is April 1, 2003 through to March 31, 2008.
Work to be Completed
Prior to the Delivery Agreements being finalized, the schedules, pre- agreement costs and
agreement on eligible costs will need to be confirmed.
• TRCA staff will continue to work with the program managers at TWRC to finalize the
Delivery Agreements and its schedules in a timely manner.
• TRCA will prepare the appropriate documentation for all pre- agreement costs for the TWRC
approval in a timely manner.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
The Port Union Delivery Agreement will ensure the realization of the $16 million waterfront park
link between the Highland Creek and the Rouge River, and the continuation of the Port Union
Pedestrian Node component which was initiated in September 2002. The Funds will flow
through account 223 -10.
The Mimico Delivery Agreement with a total estimated cost of $6.5 million will facilitate the
completion of the Environmental Assessment approvals, property acquisition and
implementation of the waterfront linear park between Grand Harbour and Norris Crescent.
Funds will flow through accounts 206 -01.
Report prepared by: Nancy Gaffney, extension 5313
For Information contact: Nancy Gaffney, extension 5313
Date: November 27, 2003
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RES. #A246 /02 - HEARING PURSUANT TO ONTARIO REGULATION 158
(Executive Res. #B 154/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Maria Augimeri
Dave Ryan
THAT item 8.1 - Hearing Report, be received for information.
CARRIED
RES. #A247 /03 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION
PROJECT 2001 -2005
Flood Plain and Conservation Component / Rouge River Watershed
Tormina Construction (Richmond Hill) Limited, CFN 34776. Purchase of
property located south of Elgin Mills Road East, west of Leslie 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 Res. #B 155/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Jim McMaster
David Barrow
THAT 0.42 hectares (1.04 acres), more or less, of vacant land be purchased from Tormina
Construction (Richmond Hill) Limited, being Part of Lot 25, Concession 2 and designated
as Block 25 on a draft Plan of Subdivision prepared by J. D. Barnes Ltd. Surveyors under
their Reference No. 02- 21- 845-00 -Phase 1, dated June 13, 2003, Town of Richmond Hill,
Regional Municipality of York, located south of Elgin Mills Road East, west of Leslie
Street;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) 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 TRCA officials be authorized and directed to
execute all necessary documentation required.
CARRIED
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RES. #A248 /03 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION
PROJECT 2001 -2005
Flood Plain and Conservation Component / Humber River Watershed
Ballymore Development (Wolfson) Corporation, CFN 34740. Purchase of
property located on the south side of Snively Street, west of Bayview
Avenue, Town of Richmond Hill, 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 156/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Jim McMaster
David Barrow
THAT 0.40 hectares (0.99 acres), more or less, of vacant land be purchased from
Ballymore Development (Wolfson) Corporation, being Lots 19 and 21 and Part of Lot 20,
Plan 200 and designated as Blocks 48 and 49 on a draft Plan of Subdivision prepared by
J. D. Barnes Ltd. Surveyors under their Reference No. 02 -21- 840 -00, Town of Richmond
Hill, Regional Municipality of York, located on the south side of Snively Street, west of
Bayview Avenue;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) 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 TRCA officials be authorized and directed to
execute all necessary documentation required.
CARRIED
RES. #A249 /03 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION
PROJECT 2001 -2005
Flood Plain and Conservation Component / Rouge River Watershed
Autumn Grove Builders limited, CFN 34820. Purchase of property and
acquisition of a conservation easement located south of Jefferson
Sideroad, 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 Res. #B 157/03)
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Moved by:
Seconded by:
Jim McMaster
David Barrow
THAT 14.02 hectares (34.64 acres), more or less, of vacant land be purchased from
Autumn Grove Builders Limited, being Part of Lots 58 and 59, Concession 1 WYS, Town
of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York and designated as Blocks 240, 242, 244,
and 245 on a draft Plan of Subdivision prepared by J. D. Barnes Ltd. Surveyors under
their Reference No. 01 -21- 607 -00 -PHASE 2, dated April 16, 2003, located south of
Jefferson Sideroad, west of Yonge Street;
THAT a conservation easement for the protection of the environmental features and
functions containing 0.98 hectares (2.42 acres), more or Tess, of vacant land be
purchased from Autumn Grove Builders Limited, said land being situate on Part of Lots
58 and 59, Concession 1 WYS, Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York and
designated as Parts 27 -37, Inclusive, and parts 40 -88, inclusive, on a draft plan of survey
prepared by J. D. Barnes Ltd. Surveyors under their Reference No. 01 -21- 607 -11, located
south of Jefferson Sideroad, west of Yonge Street;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
THAT The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive conveyance of the
land 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 disbursement are to be paid;
AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate TRCA officials be authorized and directed to
execute all necessary documentation required.
CARRIED
RES. #A250/03 - THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK
Conveyance of Land for the Widening of Islington Avenue, between
Rutherford Road and Major Mackenzie Drive, City of Vaughan
Humber River Watershed, CFN 34529. Request from the Regional
Municipality of York for conveyance of land for the widening of Islington
Avenue, between Rutherford Road and Major Mackenzie Drive in the City
of Vaughan.
(Executive Res. #B 158/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Jim McMaster
David Barrow
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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
of Islington Avenue, between Rutherford Road and Major Mackenzie Drive in the City of
Vaughan;
AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of the TRCA that 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
cooperate with the Regional Municipality of York in this Instance;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT a parcel of TRCA owned land containing 0.12
hectares (0.30 acres), more or Tess, be conveyed to The Regional Municipality of York for
the widening of Islington Avenue, said land being Part of Lots 16 and 17, Concession 7,
City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, designated as Part 2 on Reference Plan
65R- 25716;
THAT consideration is to be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal, survey and other
costs; c
THAT an archaeological Investigation is to be conducted by TRCA Cultural Heritage staff
before any site disturbance with any mitigative measures required is to be carried out all
at the expense of the Regional Municipality of York;
THAT the conveyance of land be subject to a landscaping plan, subject to the approval of
TRCA staff at the expense of the Regional Municipality of York;
THAT the Regional Municipality of York is to fully indemnify and save harmless the TRCA
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
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RES. #A251/03 - BELL CANADA
Request for Permanent Easement for an Above Ground
Telecommunications Cabinet, Humber River Watershed, City of
Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, CFN 34273. Request from Bell
Canada to provide a permanent easement for an above ground
telecommunications cabinet, on the east side of Islington Avenue, north
of Rutherford Road (south of the entrance to 9751 Canada Company
Avenue), Humber River Watershed, City of Vaughan, Regional
Municipality of York.
(Executive Res. #B 159/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Jim McMaster
David Barrow
WHEREAS The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is in receipt of a
request from Bell Canada to provide a permanent easement for an above ground
telecommunications cabinet, on the east side of Islington Avenue, north of Rutherford
Road (south of the entrance to 9751 Canada Company Avenue), Humber River
Watershed, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York;
AND WHEREAS It is in the opinion of the TRCA that it is in the best interests of the TRCA
in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to
cooperate with Bell Canada in this instance;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT a permanent easement containing a total of
0.008 hectares (0.020 acres), more or less, be granted to Bell Canada for a
telecommunications cabinet, said land being Part of Lot 18, Concession 7, City of
Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York as shown on a drawing prepared by Bell Canada
and described as Plan 701;
THAT the TRCA grant the easement across the subject land on the following terms and
conditions:
(a) the easement price is to be the sum of $10,000.00;
(b) Bell Canada is to pay all TRCA legal, appraisal, survey and other costs incurred to
complete the transaction;
(c) Bell Canada is to fully indemnify the 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 conveyance or carrying out the construction;
(d) Bell Canada is to submit a landscaping plan, subject to the approval of TRCA staff,
and Bell Canada will undertake the landscape work at their expense;
(e) any additional conditions as deemed appropriate by the TRCA solicitor.
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THAT an archaeological investigation is to be conducted by TRCA Cultural Heritage staff
before any site disturbance with any mitigative measures required to be carried out all at
the expense of Bell Canada;
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;
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;
AND FURTHER THAT Resolution #A185/03 of Authority Meeting #7/03 held on
September 26, 2003 be rescinded and replaced with the above recommendation.
CARRIED
RES. #A252/03 - ASIAN LONGHORNED BEETLE (ALHB)
Expenditures for the survey and eradication efforts in regards to the
ALHB.
(Executive Res. #B 160/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Jim McMaster
David Barrow
THAT the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) be advised that the Toronto and
Region Conservation Authority's (TRCA) expenditures to November 1, 2003 for staff
support in deliminating the extent of infestation are $53,065.81;
THAT TRCA continue to provide staff to assist with the in -field survey's at a total
estimated cost of $124,000 to the end of 2003;
THAT TRCA staff submit monthly Invoices of expenses related to survey, removal and
related costs;
THAT TRCA staff continue to assist in the development of the implementation plan and
related activities including the removal of host trees and replacement with non -host trees
in the affected area on a cost recovery basis;
THAT the federal and provincial governments be encouraged to provide additional funds
to establish a tree replacement program as part of an Integrated pest control and
environmental management strategy;
AND FURTHER THAT the Ministry of Natural Resources, Region of York, City of Toronto
and City of Vaughan be so advised.
CARRIED
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RES. #A253 /03 - ELIMINATING BARRIERS TO EMPLOYMENT FOR NEW CANADIANS
Underemployment of new Canadians in the Toronto area.
(Business Excellence Res. #C28/03 & Res. #C29/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Irene Jones
Ian Sinclair
THAT the staff report on Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) initiatives
for the Inclusion of new Canadians and others in employment, outreach and volunteer
opportunities be received;
THAT TRCA's contribution to Career Bridge, for intern expense reimbursement, be
capped at $20,000;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to monitor the effectiveness of the program in
2004 and report back to the Business Excellence Advisory Board at the end of 2004, prior
to any extension or expansion of the program.
CARRIED
RES. #A254 /03 - FUTURE RESERVES POLICY
Establishment of a policy to develop and manage reserves and year -end
reporting on the status of reserves.
(Business Excellence Res. #C30 /03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Lorna Bissell
Bill O'Donnell
THAT staff be authorized to establish operational reserves, on a business unit basis,
within the guidelines outlined in the staff report dated November 12, 2003;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report on the status of reserves as part of the 2003 year end
financial reporting process.
CARRIED
RES. #A255 /03 - PROTOCOL FOR THE NAMING OF TRCA ASSETS
Establishment of a protocol for the naming of assets of the Toronto and
Region Conservation Authority (TRCA).
(Business Excellence Res. #C31 /03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Lorna Bissell
Bill O'Donnell
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WHEREAS the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority has the legal authority to
name its assets;
AND WHEREAS TRCA is a privately and publically funded organization with many
stakeholders;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Protocol for the Naming of TRCA Assets shall
be a consultative process where required, subject to the criteria outlined in the staff
report, dated November 11, 2003.
SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
RES. #A256 /03 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Maja Prentice
Irene Jones
CARRIED
THAT Ontario Regulation 158 items 8.8.1 - 8.8.52, with the exception of 8.1.11 - K. P.
Isberg Construction Inc., contained in Section 11 of Executive Committee Minutes #10/03,
held on November 14, 2003, be received.
CARRIED
RES. #A257 /03 - SECTION 11- ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Tanny Wells
Jim McMaster
THAT Ontario Regulation 158 item 8.1.11 - K. P. Isberg Construction Inc., contained in
Section 11 of Executive Committee Minutes #10/03, held on November 14, 2003, be
received.
RES. #A258 /03 - SECTION 11 - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Anthony Ketchum
David Barrow
CARRIED
THAT Section 1I items 8.9 - 8.16, with the exception of 8.10 - Ontario Municipal Board
Appeals, contained In Section II of Executive Committee Minutes #10/03, held on
November 14, 2003, be received.
CARRIED
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Section II Items 8.9 - 8.16, with the exception of 8.10
ONTARIO REGULATION 158
(Executive Res. #B 164/03)
APPOINTMENT OF ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
(Executive Res. #B 166/03)
TERRESTRIAL NATURAL HERITAGE PROGRAM
(Executive Res. #B 167/03)
FLOODLINE MAPPING UPDATE FOR THE MAIN HUMBER RIVER WATERSHED WITHIN THE
REGION OF YORK
(Executive Res. #B 168/03)
FLOOD PLAIN MAPPING AND SPECIAL POLICY AREA UPDATE FOR THE DUFFINS CREEK
WATERSHED
(Executive Res. #8169/03)
ACQUISITION OF VEHICLE
(Executive Res. #B 170/03)
ASIAN LONGHORNED BEETLE (ALHB)
(Executive Res. #B 171 /03)
RES. #A259 /03 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Lorna Bissell
THAT Section II item 8.10 - Ontario Municipal Board Appeals, contained in Section II of
Executive Committee Minutes #10/03, held on November 14, 2003, be received;
THAT the City of Brampton be requested to request the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB)
for a delay in proceedings;
AND FURTHER THAT the City of Brampton and Region of Peel be requested to cost share
legal and consultants costs with the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority for the
OMB Hearing.
CARRIED
SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF ANOTHER BOARD
RES. #A260 /03 - SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF ANOTHER BOARD
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
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THAT Section IV item 9.4 - Accounts Receivable Status Report, contained in Business
Excellence Advisory Board Minutes #7/03, held on November 14, 2003, be received.
CARRIED
NEW BUSINESS
RES. #A261/03 -
Moved by:
Seconded by:
119R GLEN ROAD
Irene Jones
David Barrow
THAT staff be directed to investigate the feasibility of acquisition of the property at 1198
Glen Road, with funding provided completely by contributions from private donations;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to explore the potential to acquire conservation
easements on the balance of the ravine.
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 11:10 a.m., on Friday, November 28, 2003.
Dick O'Brien
Chair
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CARRIED
Brian Denney
Secretary- Treasurer
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THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #10/03
January 9, 2004
The Authority Meeting #10/03, was held in the South Theatre, Black Creek Pioneer
Village, on Friday, January 9, 2004. The Chair Dick O'Brien, called the meeting to order at
10:14 a.m.
PRESENT
lla Bossons Member
Michael Di Biase 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
Dave Ryan Member
Frank Scarpitti Member
Ian Sinclair Member
Tanny Wells Member
REGRETS
Maria Augimen Member
Bas Balkissoon Member
David Barrow Member
Lorna Bissell Member
Raymond Cho Member
Susan Di Marco Member
Rob Ford Member
Cliff Gyles Member
Pam McConnell Member
Peter Milczyn Member
Ron Moeser Member
Joe Pantalone Member
Maja Prentice Member
Sherene Shaw Member
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RES. #A262 /03 - MINUTES
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
Irene Jones
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #9/03, held on November 28, 2003 be approved.
CARRIED
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Brian Denney, Chief Administrative Officer, TRCA, declares a conflict of interest in regards to
item 7.1 - Pine Valley Drive Link.
DELEGATIONS
(a) Elizabeth Bottos of 178 Charmaine Rd., Woodbridge, speaking in regards to item 7.1 -
Pine Valley Drive Link.
(b) Leo Angelantonio of 76 Kiloran Avenue, Woodbridge, speaking in regards to item 7.1 -
Pine Valley Drive Link.
(c) lain Craig, Director, Kleinburg Area Ratepayers Association, speaking in regards to item
7.1 - Pine Valley Drive Link.
(d) Joanne Nonnekes, Member, East Humber /Boyd Subcommittee, speaking in regards to
item 7.1 - Pine Valley Drive Link.
(e) Deb Schulte, Chair, Woodbridge Expansion Open Space Action Site Committee,
speaking in regards to item 7.1 - Pine Valley Drive Link.
(f) Lois Griffin, Chair, Humber Watershed Alliance, speaking in regards to item 7.1 - Pine
Valley Drive Link.
(g) Steven Zakem, Aird and Berlis, speaking in regards to item 7.1 - Pine Valley Drive Link.
(h) Vito Cosentino, President, Venture Park Real Estate Ltd. and Member, National Golf and
Country Club, speaking in regards to item 7.1 - Pine Valley Drive Link.
RES. #A263 /03 - DELEGATIONS
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Frank Scarpitti
Irene Jones
THAT above -noted delegations (a) - (h) be heard and received.
CARRIED
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PRESENTATIONS
(a)
A presentation by Carolyn Woodland, Manager, Development Services Section, in
regards to OPA 600 as it relates to item 7.1 - Pine Valley Drive Link.
(b) John Heddle, Member, Humber Valley Heritage Trail Association, speaking in regards
to item 7.1 - Pine Valley Drive Link.
RES. #A264 /03 - PRESENTATIONS
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Frank Scarpitti
Irene Jones
THAT above -noted presentations (a) and (b) be heard and received.
CARRIED
CORRESPONDENCE
(a) A facsimile dated September 2, 2003, from Elizabeth A. Bottos of 178 Charmaine Rd.,
Woodbridge, in regards to Pine Valley Link Class EA.
(b) A letter dated January 6, 2003, from Steven Zakem, Aird and Berlis, in regards to item
7.1 - Pine Valley Drive Link.
RES. #A265 /03 - CORRESPONDENCE
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Frank Scarpitti
Irene Jones
THAT above -noted correspondence (a) and (b) be received.
CARRIED
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CORRESPONDENCE (A)
Elizabeth A. Bolles
178 Charmaine Rd.
Woodbridge, Ontario, L4L IK2
HOME TEL: (905) 851 -3671
WORK TEL (905)850 -0155 /WORK FAX (905)850 -0498
Tuesday, September 02, 2003 Sent by Telefax 10
416- 661 -6898 (4 pages)
Watershed Management Advisory Board
The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
5 Shoreham Drive
Toronto, Ontario
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Attention: Chair. Irene Jones
Dear Madam:
RE: Pine Valley Link Class EA
I am a member of the Community Working Group involved in the Pine Valley Drive Link
Environmental Assessment. I note that one of the items on your Agenda for the July 11, 2003
meeting was the receipt of Status Reports on the Pine Valley Link and the TRCA involvement in
the OPA600MB appeal process. As a member of the public and as a member of the Pine Valley
Link Community Working Group, I would appreciate it if you could notify me when issues
relating to the TRCA appeal to OMB of OPA600 or the receipt of Status Reports, etc. relating to
the Pine Valley Link are on the Agenda for meetings.
You mayor may not be aware that at the Community Working Group meeting of March 20,
2003 I suggested that the continuation of the Pine Valley Link from Clubhouse north to the
opened portion of the road be diverted in an Easterly direction so that it is along the periphery
of the forested area which is adjoined by residential homes. This would mean that the roadway
is along the periphery of Boyd Park just as Rutherford Road, Islington Avenue and Langstaff
are along the periphery of Boyd Park. I understood from your representative at the March 2003
meeting that this would be brought to your attention as a possible resolution to the completion
of the Pine Valley Link. However, I note that no mention is made of this in the July 11, 2003
meeting and I am wondering if it ever was brought to your attention. If not, I would like to be
able to discuss this with you further. If it has been brought to your attention and you have
dismissed it, I would like, if possible to receive some explanation from you as to why it is not an
acceptable alternative to you?
I am also wondering if you can advise me as to how the TRCA appeal to the OMB is being
funded. Will the cost off this appeal be assessed against York Region or the City of Vaughan?
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I also am curious as to why the TRCA has allowed a pumping station to be built in Boyd Park,
has not objected to Langstaff Road between Pine Valley and Islington. which straddles the
Humber River being widened from two lanes to four lanes and is now proposing that it be
widened to six lanes over the Humber River as an alternative to opening the Pine Valley Link
and why the TRCA sold a portion of Boyd Park (i.e. Pan of Lots 14 and 15 Concession 7, City
of Vaughan designated as Part 1 on Plan 65R -19402 which has now become the quote "Arista
Gate subdivision ") for residential development with the result that many trees were cut down
and traffic on Islington Avenue was greatly increased even necessitating a set of lights now at
the Arista Gate subdivision, and why the TRCA is supporting the widening of Islington Avenue
to six lanes which will affect the Westerly boundary of Boyd Park by requiring leveling of the
steep slopes and many trees to be cut down. It seems to me inconsistent for the TRCA to
oppose the opening of the Pine Valley Link when by so doing they are causing the erosion of
Boyd Park on the North limit along Rutherford, on the West limit along Islington and on the
South limit along Langstaff. For this reason, I think that it is especially important to look at
diverting the course of the Pine Valley link along the periphery of Blocks A and D, Plan M- 1857
(see sketch attached) because so doing could prevent any further erosion of Boyd Park along
the North limit, the West limit, the South limit and could prevent any further damage to the
Humber River.
I also understand from item 7.1 on the July 11, 2003 Agenda that the TRCA is working to
advance "source protection planning and implementation within the Province ". While I
have no idea what "source protection planning" is, I note that item 7.8 on the Agenda
recommends receipt of the legal opinion of Baker, McKenzie on the issue of how "the source
protection planning regulation" for Conservation Authorities can be utilized with respect to
highway planning. The legal opinion appears to relate to the issue of how the TRCA can legally
influence the proposed extension of Highway No.427 .Would source protection planning
regulations allow the TRCA to prevent the City of Vaughan from completing the Pine Valley
Link?
look forward to hearing from you as soon as possible.
Yours very truly,
ORIGINAL SIGNED BY
Elizabeth A. Bottos
cc: Michael Di Biase Member: of the TRCA and Mayor of the City of Vaughan
Sent by Telefax to 905 - 832 -8598
cc: Leo C. Angelantoni
Sent by Telefax to 905 - 851 -3670
cc: Sue Cumming
Sent by Telefax to 416 - 406 -61 41
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cc: Dennis Kelly - York Regional Clerk for distribution to Fisch, Di Biase and Members of
York Regional Council
Sent by Telefax to 1- 905 - 895 -7238
cc: Peter Warring - National Resources
Sent by Telefax to 1- 905 - 713 -7361
cc John Leach - City of Vaughan Clerk for distribution to Robinson, Swayze, Pearce,
Robinson
Sent by Telefax to 905 - 832 -6145
cc: The Honourable Jim Wilson - Minister of the Environment
Sent by Telefax to 416- 314 -6479
cc: The Honourable Ernie Eves, Premier
via e-mail, webprem(5 gov.on.ca
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/Weals by thatialonal Gotf-Club of.Cariects =Cho TRCA In-respect the
CT of Vau -hint OPA 600
We ecton behalf athe City erVekiighen ( Vaughstr) with !wiped:to -thS appealsNied by-
-ihe Watiatiat Golf -Otublor Canada (the 'Cot C)ulf)- and Ouinto Annibale rAnnibaiel in
-respect-of-the identification tittle Pine Valley Lk* as _a ',Wink' tin $oheclule.4" of OPA
SOS.
My ou.zere swerqvata,:frebearing conference held'in Most vnatler on IlOvember
-44 2002,:theak. CA4OUght arid 'obtained party status with respect to the appeals flied by
-to ott pi* and Arinlitolk TW140, subsequent proceedingt, it has become -OW that
the tReA act1vely omosirs theideritilicationof the 'flew link' in OPA 600 despite the
fact IRCA did not fi -appeal In respead OPA 600:nbr appeal the inclusion Of
theratlinleirLOPA4100,
On November- 4.1003, T.-wrote-100; Ire-Xagan.. counsellor Mein& in respectof this
:MEC* 91114 requested If* he_biti4de-ine with evidettoett the authority for the TINA to
44)oati the Vatighares poi l In respect of thlsositler. vas, anti remains, Vaugbarea
AoSitlori the Exebutive Committee has -passed resolutions authorizing the
tit** maintain atr_Aktgaiin fropt of -the litOard, ttibre- has been -ne authorizan for
-the TRCA: to teh Y,==. the Inclusion or the Link, In OPA £Q or kt cipijienge
1440.000, ft the Link ,as a necessary elemant in life future growth of the
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both tho proceedings before the Ontario.lvkalciptii Board end the EA process currently
underway in respect of the Ltnk. As a result, -we'are requestingan rppOrtitriity to make e
delegation befog the Executive Committee atlts rneetfg on January $, 2004. We wig be
requesting that the TRCA withdraw from the Ontario *nickel Board proceedings -and to
instead focus Its efforts and r+esouroes on full participation in the EA process currently
underway in respect of the fink.
As we are aware that delegations are limited to five minutes, lAro are in ludini previous
correspondenoe that outiines our concerns with respect to the jurisdiction of the 'MCA to
actively oppose the City of Vaughan in reaped of the Board matter and we-miay also file
acklltional written submissions With the Committee prior to our attendance on January 9,
2004.
Please provide this correspondence to each member of the Authority prior to the sue.
noted meeting.
We look forward to having an opportunity to apprise the Executive Committee of
Vaughan`s concerns.
Yours very truly,
AIR) & Bi=RLIS
Steven A Zakem
SAS C/ien
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cc. Kathy Stranks
Heather Wilson
Ira Kagan
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BY FAX /416424.4224,410 MAIL
Mr. Ira Kagan:
'Kagan Shasti.
Bsrristerr•6 Solicitors
188 Avenue Road
Toronto, ON
MSR 2.11-
-Dear Mr. Kopen:
Re: OA 600 Appeals, Ci
OMB Case No PLO1
Of Vaughan
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Our file #81034
As you know, l act an .behalf-Of the city Qf VaUQhan rVaughan') with respect to the
above- noted matter. In particu r, 1 act on behatf of Vaughan with respect to the
10406cation of the-Pine-Valley Link ass: *new link* on Schedule d" QtOPA 600.
This gropOsed new link was firsts Identified In OPA 400 and was approved by-the-approval
authority without referral to the-Ontario Municipal Board (the 'Board'). When OPA BOO
• was adopted, the.'new trnls` continued to be ,shoves. on Schedule af. OPA 600, Including
Schedule I.P.-was approved by the -Region, of York. Again, _the *RCA did hot /appeal -the
ides titicatior) of the new fink on SohettuisiTistthoUghlt was appealed by the Natlon0t oif
Club-ordarada C'NGCG" _andCatinftia'4r afa_('Artniteiel pn htsown bahaff.
As you-:know, tit V;augan t d e Muniofpel :Vass l;nvlronmental Assessment;
-whihassessment is currently ndeNtraywith the full pertictpatior oiirR+ A.
p-re- hearing co nferee a held :011--140Yernber 4. 20ri2, the 7R sought tine(' tbtained
. atatt�s=writhTespiectt;p '�ine`=Vetlett,ink app fIed b C N COnd Ain$ le.
Through subsegveti fiiocsedngs, It Ns 1 Come clearthatl TRCA' Is adtively oposing
tl € id Ati cation o ie !OelYllistr= on-8cfxadi _? of ,00A 800. despite the (battier -the
TRAG "filed --appe t1. ItielitqA-,iesheltaring The uniderthe appeals already- fatal by- NO=
an : �kri[libela, tt-has =1 o be0 fl it that C iA intends to-mounts vigorous case
apq®SJ #a^ VaU9it8ti Which Ali rettif --in a mom - tengttiy and costly prooeedin - to OM
8411)004 and =TRCA then would xithefiffliaslis the rase, As you 1 now, a six wee} hearing
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For the above -noted reasons..4 asked you to provide the with your authority to oppose
Vaughan with respect to this ..natter. On October 1, 2003, you kindly provided me with the
attached latter which purports to provide authority for the position of the TRCA. Upon
review of that resolution, we are of the view that the TRCA has not authorized you to
oppose Vaughan with respect to the identffidation of the "new link" on Schedule of OPA
600. Our reasons are as follows:
1 The resolution authorizes the TRCA to'mainteirt party status" in front of the Board
with -respect to `...referrals 5 and 6 es 'they relate to the identification of the Pine
Valley Drive Link through the slangoeht natural hiabits,t at the east end of the Boyd
Conservation Area;'. The re ion goes an to direct staff to Continue to work with
the `,,,alfecSed parties to restive these appeals through the ...Pine Valley Drive
Environmental Assessment process;'. Staff are further authorized to retain legal
services for any necessary representation on these matters. it is clew to me that
no authority has beef- granted to dose the position of Vaughan with respect to
the i dentifica$on of the new Zink" on Schedule 'J' of OPA 600. fnstiad, the
resolution authorizes std 10 resolve the Planning Act appeals through the
Environmental Assessment Process, That process is underway and the TRCA rs a
field participant. Despite your efforts and the efforts of Others to have.these matters
consolidated with the environmental assessment process, the $card has ruled that
the hearing under the Planning Act shall proceed in February, 2004, As such, the
Planning Act appeals will be heard separatery from The Environmental Assessment
proces. In my submission, you ere required to obtain additional instructions with
respect to the Planning Act matters in order to adv:enee the position-taken by the
TRCA;
2. The resolution of the TRCA cin the Pine Valley Drive Link can be Contrasted_ with
the lRizrni -aal�, where TRCA staff were directed to continue to "object" to the
relevant applications;
S. The report which accorripanies the resolution ndtes that TRCA staff are "working
CioSely with CYty' fan i other stakeholders to identify the Authority's concerns with
the proposed routing As you knoi, these concerns can be, and are being,
addressed through the environmental assessment-process. In my submission, the
actions of the TRCA staff go-beyond those authorized by the TRCA Board,
4. As noted above, the TRCA-did net appeal the identification of the new link* on
Schedule s.i' _( Ma 400 Ot',600; Forthernore, Vaughan has egtoved planning
appri00orut on the Weis that the tine Valley. Link (subject to environmental
assessment approvals) would be constructed. -This was a reasonable position for
tees -City 10 take In' view of theeactroved in ORA 400 of the ''new Gnk ".
weeks/ we basit of the
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t ia clear position by TRCA with respell to the hearing. (six
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t look toward to your prompt re ponse. Kindly advise me when this • matter would b�
cOrisideretbytheitWthorily.
Yours very tatty,
A�Rti t BERL1Sul
Staverkr ,
dd -Heather Wilson
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October ], 2003
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Mr. Steven A, Zakena
ATRD & aERaLIS LLP
BCB Plant, Suite 1800
Box 154, 181 Say Street
Toronto, Ontario
14SJ 211
Ira T. Xitgalt
Tel: 416368.2100 Ext.226
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RE: Appeal fled by rile Nettont1 tso1rClub utCa,a,dar and other,
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Yours veay truly,
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RES. #D93/02 - 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.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Pam McConnell
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY 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;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to retain legal services for any necessary
representation on these matters.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Seven appeals to the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) have been received as a result of the
approval of the City of Vaughan's Official Plan Amendment (OPA) 600. Appeals 1, 4, 5, 6 and 7
relate to matters of Authority Interest, specifically as follows:
Appeal 1 (Block 11 Landowners Group) and Appeal 4 (Block 33 West Landowners Group)
The Block 11 and Block 33 West Landowners Groups have appealed portions of OPA 600
related to policies regarding valleyland definition and buffering requirements.
At the request of TRCA staff, the Region of York modified OPA 600, prior to their approval of the
same, to include valleyland and buffer policy wording more consistent with the policies of the
TRCA. Specifically, requiring that valleylands were to include a buffer, the size and treatment
of which would be determined through the Master Environmental Servicing Plan (MESP). Prior
to this modification, the wording approved by the City of Vaughan required a 10 metre
structural setback adjacent to valley corridors, the modified wording would allow for a greater
setback and /or a portion or all of the buffer to be protected outside of the lot fabric if
environmental studies deemed it necessary.
Official Plan Amendment 600 requires the completion of MESP's on a Block Plan basis. Blocks
11 and 33 West are currently completing MESP's for their respective planning areas. Through
these studies, TRCA and City staff, along with the Block consulting teams will be working to
address the valley land and buffer policies (along with numerous other technical requirements).
Given that the nature of the appeals is to obtain greater clarity around the application of these
policies, it is staffs understanding that resolving these appeals through the Block Plan process
is desired by all parties.
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Appeal 5 (National Golf Club of Canada) and Appeal 6 (Loopstra Nixon)
The National Golf Club of Canada and Loopstra Nixon have appealed the identification of the
Pine Valley link through the unopened road allowance at the east end of the Boyd
Conservation Area due to significant impacts to the natural environment. The TRCA has also
expressed significant concerns about this road opening through Resolution A33/01:
"THAT the City of Vaughan be advised that the Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority has significant concern with the environmental impacts of opening the Pine
Valley link between Clubhouse and Rutherford Roads;
THAT the City of Vaughan be requested to thoroughly consider traffic planning solutions
that do not require the opening of Pine Valley Drive between Clubhouse and Rutherford
Roads;
AND FURTHER THAT the City of Vaughan be requested to initiate a full Individual
Environmental Assessment (EA) as opposed to a Municipal Class EA for the Pine Valley
Drive link due to significant potential environmental impacts, if they choose to pursue this
option over another transportation strategy."
Although apprised of the above noted recommendation made by the TRCA, the City is
currently embarking on a Municipal Class EA for the Pine Valley Drive link. Staff are working
closely with the City and other stakeholders to identify the Authority's concerns with the
proposed routing.
Appeal 7 ( Rizmi Holdings Ltd. and Lucia Milani)
Staff has been provided direction by the Authority to maintain party status on Appeal 7 through
Resolution #B137/02:
"THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS TO THE AUTHORITY THAT staff be
directed to continue to object to any Rizmi Holdings or Lucia Milani applications that
include intrusions into, or impacts on, the McGill 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."
On November 4th, 2002 a prehearing conference was held by the OMB dealing with all of the
referrals to OPA 600. At this prehearing conference, TRCA staff, through a solicitor, requested
party status on the above noted appeals. A second prehearing conference has been
Scheduled for April 11, 2003 to further discuss appeals 1,4,5 and 6, and potentially set a
hearing date.
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DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
In Tight of the potential implications on matters of Authority Interest with these appeals, staff
recommend that the TRCA maintain party status, as requested at the November 4th, 2002
prehearing conference. Staff further proposed to continue to work with the Block 11 and Block
33 West Landowners groups in an effort to resolve their valleyland and buffer policy concerns
while appropriately addressing Authority Policy. Additionally, staff will continue to work with
the City and other stakeholders as they proceed through the Municipal Class EA for Pine Valley
Drive, advising of our significant concerns.
In the event that these matters are dealt with in front of the OMB legal representation is
required. Staff are seeking to coordinate our case for the valleyland and buffer policies with the
Region of York, sharing resources to the extent possible. Likewise, staff will seek to minimize
duplication of effort with respect to evidence of environmental impact of the Pine Valley Link
with other parties objecting to the identification of the road in OPA 600.
For Information contact: Sandra Malcic, extension 5217
Date: December 02, 2002
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SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION
RES. #A266/03 -
Moved by:
Seconded by:
CITY OF VAUGHAN OPA 600 AND PINE VALLEY DRIVE LINK
Context Overview for the City of Vaughan OPA 600 Block Planning
Process. Status report on Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
(TRCA) Pine Valley Drive Link, OPA 600 OMB Appeal process, and the
current process for the Pine Valley Drive Link EA. Confirmation of
direction for hearing and environmental assessment process.
Ila Bossons
Dave Ryan
WHEREAS the TRCA does not concur with the findings of the Phase 2 component of the
Pine Valley Drive Link Class Environmental Assessment;
WHEREAS the TRCA has consistently requested that the City of Vaughan address the
issue of the Pine Valley Drive Link through an Individual Environmental Assessment;
AND WHEREAS the TRCA is currently a party in the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB)
appeal of OPA 600 with respect to the Identification of the Pine Valley Drive Link;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT staff be directed to continue to participate on
an information only basis for the remainder of the Pine Valley Link Environmental
Assessment Process, and continue to prepare for the OMB hearing on February 2, 2004
on the understanding that TRCA will be requesting that:
1. The Minister of the Environment issue a Part I1 (Section 16) Order so as to alter the
current Municipal Class Environmental Assessment to form a new Individual
Environmental Assessment study process as soon as possible; and that
2. The Minister of the Environment also refer (pursuant to Section 7.2(3)) the
undertaking to the Environmental Review Board with a request for a joint OMB and
Environmental Assessment Hearing, avoiding the duplication of effort and cost of two
hearings over the same proposal and ensuring that the proposal can be
comprehensively reviewed with the benefit of the appropriate environmental
assessment methodology.
AMENDMENT #1
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Jim McMaster
Michael Di Biase
THAT the fourth paragraph of the main motion be amended to read:
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT staff be directed to continue to participate for
the remainder of the Pine Valley Link Environmental Assessment Process, and continue
to prepare for the OMB hearing on February 2, 2004 on the understanding that TRCA will
be requesting that:
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AMENDMENT #2
RES. #A267/03
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ila Bossons
Michael Di Biase
THAT the following be inserted after the main motion:
AND FURTHER THAT the Authority re -affirm direction to staff to attend at the OMB to
oppose the Pine Valley Drive Link in OPA 600.
AMENDMENT #1 WAS NOT CARRIED
AMENDMENT #2 WAS CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Watershed Management Advisory Board Meeting #3 /03,held on July 11, 2003, members
requested an overview of OPA 600 as context background to understanding the Pine Valley
Drive Link proposal.
At Authority Meeting #2/02, held on March 30, 2001, Resolution #A33/01 was approved as
follows:
THAT the City of Vaughan be advised that the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
has significant concern with the environmental issues of opening the Pine Valley link
between Clubhouse and Rutherford Roads.
THAT the City of Vaughan be requested to thoroughly consider traffic planning solutions
that do not require the opening of Pine Valley Drive between Clubhouse and Rutherford
Roads.
AND FURTHER THAT the City of Vaughan be requested to initiate a full Individual
Environmental Assessment (EA) as opposed to a Municipal Class EA for the Pine Valley
Drive link due to significant potential environmental impacts, if they choose to pursue this
option over another transportation strategy.
At Authority Meeting #11/02, held on January 10, 2003, Resolution #A290/02 was approved as
follows:
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.
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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.
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to retain legal services for any necessary
representation on these matters.
Context Overview of the City of Vaughan OPA 600
Official Plan Amendment 600 supercedes Official Amendment 400 (approved in 1995), and
covers the same northern half of the municipality as envisioned in the 1995 official plan review.
Council adopted OPA 600 in September 2000. Refer to OPA 600 figure in Attachment 1.
The urban concept for Vaughan includes 2 key urban centres: Vaughan Centre and Vaughan
Corporate Centre; and 3 new community designations: Vellore -Urban Village 1,
Patterson -Urban Village 2 and the Woodbridge Expansion Area.
Vaughan Centre straddles Rutherford Road, dust south of Canada's Wonderland, and includes
a mixture of high and medium density residential uses, retail, office, community, cultural,
recreational, civic, entertainment and tourism. At full development the centre will accommodate
3,000 residents.
Vaughan Corporate Centre will be a regional centre, including employment generating uses
such as industrial, business, office, institutional, retail and entertainment uses, or a mix thereof.
The centre is located at the crossroads of Highway 7 and Highway 400/407 in the south - central
sector of the municipality.
The 3 new communities are anticipated to accommodate a population of up to 132,000
persons by 2026. The Urban Village Areas, and the Urban Centres will provide a mix of low,
medium and high density housing forms with a general target of an overall gross density of
16-18 units per hectare.
Vellore - Urban Village 1 is a new community located centrally within the municipality, adjacent
to the Kortright lands and East Humber River system. The village centre is located at the
intersection of Weston Road and Major MacKenzie Drive. Vellore -Urban Village 1 will
accommodate a population of approximately 51,000 persons. Rutherford Road is the
communities major east/west arterial road and future transit road . The community includes
Block Plans 39, 32, 40, 33, and 47.
Patterson -Urban Village 2 is a new community in the eastern sector of the municipality. The
district centre will be located at the intersection of Dufferin Street and Rutherford Road. The
population projection for this village is approximately 66,000 persons. A series of proposals
are included on the Bradford rail line which will provide convenient GO service between
Vaughan and downtown Toronto. It was anticipated that this will reduce auto congestion and
improve public transit ridership, particularly for residents of Maple and Patterson Village. Large
portions of the village are located within lands regulated by the Oak Ridges Moraine
Conservation Plan, which was adopted mid stream through the block planning process. These
block plans have constituted environmental planning challenges for the City of Vaughan and
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TRCA related to natural feature protection, buffer requirements and valleyland definition. This
community includes Block Plans 12, 18, 11, 10.
The Woodbridge Expansion Area is a new community located north of existing Woodbridge
community and south of Kleinburg /Nashville (nestled between the east and west Humber River
corridors). It will provide a Tess dense residential environment as an alternative to Urban
Villages 1 and 2, with an anticipated population of 14,000 persons. It constitutes Block Plan 53.
The City of Vaughan has an existing population of 185,000 based on the 2001 consensus.
When the province approved OPA 400, it was expected to ultimately house a population of
120,000 persons in 3 new communities and the Vaughan Centre. Development within OPA 600
has been based on population projections (from York Region) of 254,000 by the year 2011,
and ultimately a population of 322,000 by 2026.
The rate of block planning approval requests has been very rapid, with a significant amount of
TRCA environmental review work being accomplished in August and September of 2003. Block
Plans 17, 32, 39 and 53 were approved by Vaughan in 1997, Block Plans 11, 12, 18, 33 were
approved by Vaughan in the fall of 2003. A detailed Block Plan Approval Summary is attached
for reference.
The transportation proposals of OPA 600 essentially include requests to the Region of York to
improve and widen the following regional roads servicing Vaughan: Bathurst, Dufferin, Keele,
Weston and Jane Streets. Improvements to Highway 400 access from Jane Street and at
Rutherford Road are also included, with major widening of Rutherford Road to 6 lanes between
Jane Street and Highway 400. The OPA 600 requests include an early construction of Highway
427, and studies to determine priority transit improvements for major east -west roads and
heavy demand north -south routes, as well as, higher order transit corridor feasibility.
The Pine Valley Drive Link has been identified on transportation schedules within the City of
Vaughan Official Plan OPA 400 and OPA 600. The Pine Valley Drive Link is a municipal
unopened road allowance, which traverses the eastern lands of the Boyd Conservation Area,
extending the existing Pine Valley Drive between Clubhouse Road and Rutherford Road in the
City of Vaughan. Prior to "opening" this portion of Pine Valley Drive, the city is required to
undertake an environmental assessment. Despite not appealing Official Plan Amendment 400,
the TRCA has repeatedly made clear to the City of Vaughan and York Region its objection to
the Pine Valley Drive Link through Authority resolutions and correspondence. While Vaughan
owns the road allowance, additional lands owned by TRCA will be required to construct the
link. The feasibility of the link proposal rests on acquiring land from TRCA. TRCA's letters
specifically request the deletion of the proposed link, based on the highly sensitive ecological
nature of the forested area, and at least, the execution of an individual environmental
assessment process to adequately study the site's value, and alternatives to the undertaking.
The Region of York's Transportation Master Plan also includes plans to upgrade the Pine Valley
Drive sector north of Rutherford Road, connecting to Major MacKenzie Drive, following an
environmental assessment process. This road allowance forms the eastern boundary of the
Kortright Centre for Conservation.
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The Significance of the Pine Valley
The proposed Pine Valley Drive Link extends through the eastern sector of the Boyd
Conservation Area and crosses through the Pine Valley Forest Environmentally Sensitive Area
(ESA) and the Provincially Significant Life Science - Area of Natural and Scientific Interest (Pine
Valley Forest ANSI). The proposed Zink severs deeply - incised valley features and heavily
forested terrain that boasts outstanding ecological and scenic value: The Pine Valley and
tributaries are associated with the East Humber River - a massive sector of our regional
terrestrial natural heritage system.
Boyd Conservation Area is well known for its family and group picnicking facilities, and group
camping, as well as its bird and wildlife observation opportunities. The Kortright Centre and
Boyd Conservation Area have, for many years, formed an important natural environment asset
on the East Humber that links the forests, meadows and valley areas of Woodbridge to the
extensive lands at the McMichael Gallery in Kleinburg. The rich scenic landscapes are
primarily managed for ecological purposes by the TRCA, with some plant nursery operations,
active restoration sites, passive recreation and educational facilities. The Kortright Centre,
located north of Rutherford Road, has been an educational attraction for many years, and
TRCA is planning to upgrade this facility in the near future to form The Living City Centre for
sustainable living education. This complex of lands will in time only become more important to
a growing region such as York. As the years unfold, demand for areas of trail use, picnicking,
nature appreciation and education will increase. However, the growing urbanization around the
Boyd and Kortright natural features creates concern for the Tong term health of the natural
heritage system and future enjoyment of recreationalists.
Boyd Conservation Area, forming the southern end of this landbase is busy with community
and corporate picnic gatherings, and is well used by locals throughout the year, particularly
with popular trail and river fishing activities. The forested eastern portion of the Boyd
Conservation Area is the most ecologically significant lands in Boyd, including ESA and ANSI
areas. These lands also form the forested backdrop and setting for the natural environment
experience for the park users and local residents. The existing Pine Valley forest buffers the
views and sounds of the adjacent city, and creates a secluded natural experience.
The proposed extension of Pine Valley Drive would effectively sever the ESA in two parts, and
threaten the viability of the western portion of the ESA and the sensitive breeding habitat
located immediately west of the road allowance. The extent of traffic noise impacts to the
valuable natural environment area of Boyd has yet to be determined, but are certainly
expected. Possible relocation of some camping or picnicking facilities, and possible trails, may
be required if the impacts are a nuisance. Impacts on existing habitat can not be mitigated.
With the loss of forest habitat and fragmentation that will be caused by the proposed road Zink,
the current recreational uses associated with Boyd Conservation Area will intensify the
pressure on the remaining forest habitat, causing further species loss, forest degradation and
anticipated changes in the quality of recreational experience.
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TRCA's primary interest in the natural heritage features and functions of the Pine Valley is the
protection of existing core features and their functions in providing the diversity of habitat for
native flora and fauna within its jurisdiction. TRCA's research indicates that the Pine Valley
forest area is one of the most important southerly tracts of habitat within the jurisdiction, and
specifically the Humber River watershed and natural heritage system. This significant wildlife
movement corridor connects the natural areas on the Oak Ridges Moraine and the Niagara
Escarpment to the Lake Ontario shoreline. The terrestrial habitat block is significant during
bird migration, as well, in that it is the first high quality habitat node north of Lake Ontario.
The forested area of the north /east corner of the site provides approximately 5.7 ha of forest
interior habitat for a variety of sensitive species of wildlife. This is one of the largest forest
interior habitat located this far south in the Humber River watershed. Staff estimate that about
70% of this interior forest will be lost with this development proposal.
The Pine Valley forest is also important for its high quality breeding and supporting habitats for
amphibian species of concern. Seven (7) of the 9 amphibian species breeding in Pine Valley
are species of concern.
The headwaters stream within the valley supports a cold water fishery in the East Humber.
At least 237 plant species inhabit the Pine Valley Forest and 78 fauna species breed in the
various natural areas. Of the flora species, 28 are species of conservation concern and 21 are
species of fauna concern. A variety of different vegetation communities, including upland
forest, lowland forest, wetlands, riparian and meadow communities contribute to the
biodiversity of the site.
TRCA's hydrogeological interest focuses on maintaining the existing recharge and discharge of
groundwater which supplies base flow to the Humber River, and other natural features in the
area. Further assessment is needed to determine the degree of impact in hydrogeologically
sensitive Pine Valley. Our preliminary investigations through the York -Peel- Durham - Toronto
(YPDT) Groundwater Management Study, and some field review, indicate that the base of the
Pine Valley virtually cuts through the entire glacial till cap covering the underlying aquifer
(Thorncliffe Formation). This means that the regional aquifer in this local area is highly
susceptible to contamination.
TRCA staff believe that a serious examination of the issue of cumulative impacts through this
sector of the City of Vaughan is needed, particularly as it relates to the proposed loss and
degradation of a major portion of this forest tract, and impacts to the East Humber natural
heritage system. This resource can not be replaced and requires the appropriate level of
assessment when determining the preferred long term development scenarios, which
considers a ecological and traffic vision for the long term. Alternative traffic scenarios that
protect this valuable valley need to be considered more seriously in view of the longer term
value of natural areas for the future of the community.
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Status for TRCA's Pine Valley Link, OPA 600 OMB Appeal Process
The area in which the Pine Valley Drive Link is situated is subject to the Greenlands and
Environmental Policy Area (EPA) designations and policies of the Region of York Official Plan.
TRCA policy also prohibits roadway development of this type as it crosses the valley system
through an Environmentally Significant Area. Even City of Vaughan OPA 400 and 600 policies
state the importance of protecting ESA's and ANSI's from development. OPA 600 also maps
the Pine Valley lands as highly sensitive hydrogeological lands.
On July 2001, the National Golf Club and Mr. Quinto Annibale appealed to the OMB the
inclusion of the Pine Valley Drive Link in Schedule "J" to OPA 600 as well as some of the
applicable policies related to the city's transportation network. At a prehearing conference in
November 2002, the TRCA was granted Party Status to the appeals by the National Golf Club
and Mr. Annibale.
The National Golf Club, Mr. Annibale and the TRCA collectively requested that the Ontario
Municipal Board defer the hearing until such time as the environmental assessment process
has been completed. In response, the City of Vaughan filed a Notice of Motion to dismiss the
hearing, with the alternative relief of an early hearing date should their request be denied. On
June 4, 2003, the Ontario Municipal Board set aside July 2, 3 and 4, 2003 to hear the legal
arguments of this motion. To respond to this motion, all parties, including the TRCA, were
required to file motion material. This necessitated the preparation of affidavits (witness
statements) by both TRCA's Manager of Development Services and Planning Ecologist. TRCA
staff were cross examined by counsel representing the City of Vaughan on June 26, 2003. The
motion was being argued by legal counsel for all parties when staff last updated the Authority
on July 25, 2003 (Res. #A162 /03).
After two days of hearing, the City of Vaughan withdrew its motion to dismiss the appeals,
largely because the board had indicated that a hearing was necessary, particularly as it related
to matters raised by TRCA. In the decision document on a motion to dismiss the board, the
Hearing Officer acknowledged the appellants desire to see the results of a final Phase 2 report
(the work was draft at the time of the hearing and all agency comments were not received). It
was also clear that if the Phase 2 Municipal Class EA document supported the Zink, then the
appellants intended to ask the Minister for a "bump up" to an individual environmental
assessment, and preferably obtain a joint board hearing.
The City of Vaughan argued that "potential substantial delay, were this approach taken, would
prejudice the City and its land use planning for development areas in Official Plan Amendment
600 many of which are not only approved but built out and others proceeding apace all, in part,
predicated upon the completion of Pine Valley Drive and the widening of Pine Valley Drive
between Langstaff Road to the south and Rutherford Road to the north ".
The appellants (with TRCA environmental support) have chosen to dispute the planning
rationale for the inclusion of the Pine Valley Drive Link in Official Plan Amendment 600.
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The board was persuaded by City of Vaughan that substantial delay would occur in waiting for
the outcome of a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment. The board decision concluded
that "this Board's land use planning process and a party's right to a hearing within a
reasonable timeframe would be unfairly delayed by a process that is outside this mandate and
its control ". The appellants believe Vaughan must go through an EA process anyway. The
hearing date was set for February 2, 2004 providing enough time to confirm what the final
Phase 2 recommendations would be for Phase 2 of the Municipal Class Environmental
Assessment.
On this basis, National Golf Club of Canada, Loopstra Nixon (represented by Quinto Annable)
and TRCA (represented by Ira Kagan of Kagan Shastri) are preparing comprehensive witness
statements for the February hearing. The environmental evidence will be prepared by TRCA,
and the remaining land use planning and transportation evidence will be handled by the
National Golf Club expert team.
Status of Pine Valley Drive Link Environmental Assessment Process
The City of Vaughan initiated a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment in spring of 2002.
At Vaughan's invitation, TRCA staff have participated in the Community Working Group and
attended public meetings as well. The City of Vaughan retained the firm of Cansult Limited and
Gartner Lee to conduct the consulting assignment. They developed a terms of reference for the
assignment, and have now completed the needs analysis and the planning alternatives phases
of study. Throughout the process, TRCA has advised the consultants and members of the
Community Working Group of our significant concerns for the environmental sensitivity of the
study site. At the environmental assessment process outset, a letter from TRCA was filed with
the City of Vaughan (and their consultants, and the Ministry of the Environment (MOE))
providing ecological information for the study area, and requesting an Individual Environmental
Assessment process.
A draft Phase 2 environmental assessment report was issued in May 2003 and this report
included the criteria and alternative proposal evaluations. The conclusions of the consultant is
that the preferred solution for dealing with the traffic demand and projected traffic patterns of
the area includes the Pine Valley Drive Link in the scenario. An assessment of the alternative
traffic scenarios for the Pine Valley study area was developed with the Community Working
Group using a diagrammatic criteria format. The Community Working Group had great
difficulty agreeing on the final criteria based on the polarized positions among the group
members.
Both, TRCA and the Ministry of Natural (MNR) have written letters to the EA consulting team
and the MOE regarding the serious concerns which we have for the preferred Pine Valley Drive
Link transportation scenario. MNR and TRCA's official comment letter for Phase 2 has been
answered by Vaughan's consulting team. In the opinion of Vaughan's consultants, TRCA and
MNR concerns did not warrant any changes to the recommendations, and were generally
dismissed.
TRCA and MOE organized a meeting with key representatives to discuss our concerns for the
EA process and Phase 2 results. MNR and the Region of York, Planning and Works
representatives attended (Vaughan declined).
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The general discussion of the meeting evolved around these key concerns, as follows:
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Development with impacts of this magnitude, are not permitted through areas of
provincial interest (ANSI's) as per the Provincial Policy Statement;
The proess for environmental assessment is incorrect for a project of such major
environmental impact. The process should not be a Municipal Class EA but an
Individual Environmental Assessment.
This Zink represents only a short portion of the full extent of road work planned for Pine
Valley Drive. The environmental assessment process should be addressing the broader
cumulative environmental impacts of the proposed link (a municipal project) and the
section of Pine Valley Drive from Rutherford Road north to Major MacKenzie (a Region
of York project).
Representatives from MNR will be subpoenaed to testify at the OMB 600 appeal hearing in
February.
TRCA was contacted by the Humber Alliance and other community representatives to discuss
their concerns about the Zink proposal. Staff have kept the Humber Alliance informed about the
EA and appeal process.
Staff requested that the Pine Valley EA team come and present the findings of Phase 2 to the
Watershed Management Advisory Board on July 11,2003, in order to obtain a comprehensive
understanding of the complex traffic analysis and EA criteria assessment. The City of Vaughan
declined the invitation based on the pending OMB hearing. A presentation will be made by
TRCA staff outlining the context and Class EA process that was conducted by Vaughan
including a brief list of the criteria that was used to select the Pine Valley Drive Link as the
preferred scenario.
The EA consulting team has already conducted a portion of the Phase 3 detailed design of the
preferred solutions for the Pine Valley crossing, illustrating several variations on a bridge
structure through the study area. Alternative engineering scenarios include variations on a
high, low and medium vertical bridge design across the valley. At the last presentation of the
Phase 3 work, the consultants requested that affected agencies /landowners meet with the
team to discuss the preferred bridge design and mitigation scenarios for the bridge. Since staff
are firm about our opposition to this scenario, we recommend that TRCA participate on an
information only basis over the next phases of the municipal class environmental assessment.
TRCA will not be providing comment on the bridge scenarios or any preferences at this time.
TRCA will be proceeding towards the OMB 600 appeal hearing, and are pursuing a Part II
order request with the Minister of the Environment, and preferably a joint board hearing to
assess the alternatives to the Pine Valley Drive Link proposal.
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OPA 600
BLOCK PLAN APPROVAL STATUS
Block 12 Approved September 22, 2003
3,149 residential units
Land Use: mix of low and medium /commercial and neighbourhood commercial
4 elementary school sites, 5 neighbourhood parks 12 swm ponds, tableland
woodlots, valley land /open space
Block 11 Approved August 25, 2003
3,552 residential units
Land Use: mix of low (53 %), medium (42 %) and high (5 %) density
residential, 3 neighbourhood commercial, institutional, 4 elementary & 1 secondary
school(s), 5 parks, woodlots, 8 swm ponds, nature reserve (MacMillan property)
Referral to OMB re: valleyland definition and buffers
Block 18 Approved September 22, 2003
3,638 residential units
Land Use: mix of low, medium and high density, local and neighbourhood commercial, 4
elementary schools, 1 secondary school, 5 parks, district centre, swm ponds,
valley /open space (minor in this Block), table land woodlot (24 ha)
Block 33 Approved September 8, 2003
1,918 residential units
Land Use: mix of low and medium density, neighbourhood and local commercial, high
performance employment area (32 ha -other major land use to residential), 3
neighbourhood parks, 2 elementary schools, 1 secondary school, 4 swm facilities,
valleyland/ open space. Referral to OMB re: valleyland definition and buffers
Block 32 West Approval date unknown
3,099 residential units
Block 39 Approved October 20, 1997
6,633 residential units
Land Use: mix of single, semi and townhouses
Block 53 Approved February 10, 1997
4,879 residential units
Land Use: 2 plazas, 5 schools - built out
Block 17 Approved August 25, 1997
1,827 residential units
Land Use: 2 schools, 1 plaza, 3.2 ha of industrial uses
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Block 40/47 Pending - Has not yet been approved
Preliminary information indicates approximately 884 residential Tots.
Land Use: OPA 600 indicates that this area will be planned for "executive housing " - 5 to 7.5
units per hectare - Sensitive Cold Creek ecological areas - aquatic habitat
provincially recognized.
Report prepared by: Carolyn Woodland, extension 5214
For Information contact: Carolyn Woodland, extension 5214
Date: December 31, 2003
Attachments: 1
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RES. #A268/03 - MEETING SCHEDULE 2004 -2005
To provide a schedule of meetings for the forthcoming Authority year,
beginning February 1, 2004 and ending February 28, 2005.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Anthony Ketchum
Bill O'Donnell
THAT the Schedule of Meetings 2004 -2005, dated December 18, 2003, be approved;
THAT the Executive Committee be designated the powers of the Authority during the
month of August, 2004, as defined In Section 2.10 of the Rules of Conduct;
AND FURTHER THAT this schedule be distributed at the earliest opportunity to all
agencies who appoint members to the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority.
RATIONALE
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 July and December to accommodate holiday's. Executive Committee
meetings have been scheduled for the first Friday of the month, with the exceptions of July,
September and January to accommodate holiday's. An Authority meeting is not scheduled in
the month of August due to the holiday season, but to accommodate the large number of
permit requests at this time, an Executive Committee meeting is scheduled. This meeting will
be to primarily handle permits, but should an item requiring Authority approval need to be dealt
with at this time, this is allowed for under Section 2.10 of the Authority's Rules of Conduct,
should the Authority designate these powers:
2.10 to exercise such additional powers, excluding those powers set out in Clause (d)
of Subsection (1) of Section 30 of the Act, as may be assigned to it by the
Authority during the months of July and August provided that a report be given
to the Authority at the first meeting of the Authority thereafter;
Staff are recommending powers be so designated to the Executive Committee for August,
2004, with the required report being brought to the Authority at its meeting to be held on
September 24, 2004.
At Authority Annual Meeting #1/02, held on January 25, 2002, Resolution #A6/02 was
approved in part as follows:
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;
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In accordance with Resolution #A6/02, the 2005 Annual Meeting is to be held on Friday,
February 25, 2005.
Due to the growing attendance at meetings, staff are recommending that all meetings be held
at Black Creek Pioneer Village (BCPV), except for the December meetings which will be held in
the Humber Room, Head Office, to accommodate the busy school booking season at BCPV.
The Authority and Executive Committee meetings will be held at 10:00 a.m., whereas Business
Excellence Advisory Board (BEAB), Watershed Management Advisory Board (WMAB) and
Sustainable Communities Board (SCB) meetings will be held at 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and
11:30 a.m. respectively. SCB meetings have been scheduled on the same day as most
Executive Committee meetings and BEAB have been scheduled on the same day as most
WMAB meetings to streamline the meeting schedule.
Report prepared by: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264
For Information contact: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264
Andrea Fennell, extension 6281
Date: December 18, 2003
Attachments: 1
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Attachment 1
THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
MEETING SCHEDULE 2004-2005
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Full Authority (Authority)
Executive Committee (Executive)
Business Excellence Advisory Board (BEAB)
Watershed Management and Business Development Advisory Board (WMAB)
Sustainable Communities Board (SCB)
All meetings will be held in the South Theatre, Visitor's Centre, Black Creek Pioneer
Village, 1000 Murray Ross Parkway, Downsview, Ontario, unless otherwise noted on the
agenda.
Full Authority and Executive meetings will be held at 10:00 a.m., unless otherwise noted
on the agenda.
BEAB, WMAB, and SCB meetings will be held at 9:00, 10:30 & 11:30 a.m., respectively,
unless otherwise noted on the agenda.
For further information, please contact Kathy Stranks at 416- 661 -6600, extension 5264, or
Andrea Fennell at 416 - 667 -6281.
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RES. #A269/03 - RULES OF CONDUCT
Amendment. Amend the Rules of Conduct with respect to the references
to names of the Boards reporting to the Authority and the governance of
Advisory Boards.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Anthony Ketchum
Bill O'Donnell
THAT a definition of an advisory board be added to Section I of the Rules of Conduct of
the Authority;
THAT Sections 11I and V of the Rules of Conduct of the Authority be amended such that
all references to the "Finance and Business Development Advisory Board" and the "Public
Use Advisory Board" be changed to the "Business Excellence Advisory Board" and the
"Sustainable Communities Board ", respectively;
AND FURTHER THAT matters for consideration of the above -noted advisory boards be
amended in Section V of the Rules of Conduct of the Authority, to be in keeping with the
approved Terms of Reference for the Advisory Boards, dated September 26, 2003.
BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #4/03, held on May 16, 2003, Resolution #A103/03 was approved in part
as follows:
AND FURTHER THAT effective for the Advisory Board meetings commencing in
September, 2003 that the "Finance and Business Development Advisory Board" be
renamed the "Business Excellence Advisory Board" and the "Public Use Advisory Board"
be renamed the "Sustainable Communities Advisory Board" and that the scope and
nature of staff reports to the respective boards be adjusted accordingly.
It was determined by staff that the name "Sustainable Communities Advisory Board" was not
appropriate and as such was amended to be the "Sustainable Communities Board ".
At Authority Meeting #7/03, held on September 26, 2003, Resolution #A178/03 was approved
in part as follows:
AND FURTHER THAT the amended Terms of Reference for the Business Excellence
Advisory Board, the Sustainable Communities Board and the Watershed Management
Advisory Board outlined in the staff report be approved.
The Rules of Conduct for the Authority were adopted on June 12, 1986, with the most recent
amendments made at Authority Meeting #3/02, held on March 22, 2002. Any changes in
Authority governance requires an update to the Rules of Conduct be adopted by the Authority.
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Resolution #A103/03 and A178/03 cause changes to be made to Section III and V of the Rules
of Conduct, with respect to Board names and delegated responsibilities. As a result of the
elimination of the word "Advisory" from the Sustainable Communities Board, a definition for an
advisory board to include this board needs to be established in Section I of the Rules of
Conduct for the Authority.
The required changes to Sections III and V of the current Rules of Conduct of the Authority
occur in subsections 13, 16, 27 and 29 and are outlined in Attachment 1. The additional
definition is included below in Section I, subsection 1.4.
Report prepared by: Kathy Stranks, extension 5264
Date: December 15, 2003
Attachments: 1
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Attachment 1
RULES FOR THE CONDUCT OF THE AUTHORITY 2002
As adopted by Resolution #34 of Meeting #2/86 of the Authority, held on the 21st day of
March, 1986; as amended by Resolution #75 and #76 of Meeting #4/86 of the Authority, held
on the 13th day of June, 1986; as amended by Resolution #130 of Meeting #5/87 of the
Authority, held on the 24th day of July, 1987; as amended by Resolution #200 of Meeting
#6/91, held on the 6th day of September, 1991; as amended by Resolution #282 of Meeting
#9/91 of the Authority, held on January 10, 1992; as amended by Resolution #64 of Meeting
#2/92 of the Authority, held on March 27, 1992; as amended by Resolution #335 of Meeting
#13/95 of the Authority, held on February 23, 1996; as amended by Resolution #A286 of
Meeting #12/96 of the Authority, held on January 24, 1997; as amended by Resolution #A23 of
Meeting #1/99 of the Authority, held on January 29, 1999; as amended by Res. #A6 /02 of
Meeting #1/02 of the Authority, held on January 25, 2002, and as further amended by
Res. #A61 /02 of Meeting #3/02 of the Authority, held on March 22, 2002.
SECTION 1- DEFINITIONS
1. In these Rules:
1.1 "Authority" means The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority;
1.2 "Act' means the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 27, as
amended.
1.3 "Roll call vote" means a recorded vote.
1.4 "Advisory Board" means any or all of the following:
(a) Business Excellence Advisory Board
(b) Sustainable Communities Board
(c) Watershed Management Advisory Board
SECTION III - ELECTIONS AND APPOINTMENTS
13. Notwithstanding paragraph 11 of these Rules, the order of the election of the Chairs
and Vice Chairs of the Advisory Boards shall be:
13.1 the Chair of the Business Excellence Advisory Board;
13.2 the Chair of the Watershed Management Advisory Board; and
13.3 the Chair of the Sustainable Communities Board;
13.4 the Vice - Chairs of the Advisory Boards shall follow the same order.
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SECTION V - ADVISORY BOARDS AND SPECIAL COMMITTEES
16. There shall be three (3) Advisory Boards as follows:
16.1 Business Excellence;
16.2 Watershed Management; and
16.3 Sustainable Communities.
27. The Business Excellence Advisory Board shall consider and make recommendations to
the Executive Committee and the Authority on all matters relating to internal
organizational development and corporate policies relating to essential services, land
management of TRCA lands and facilities and administrative management for the
TRCA.
29. The Sustainable Communities Board shall consider and make recommendations to the
Authority on all matters relating to community outreach and leadership development
towards the sustainable communities objective of The Living City.
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RES. #A270/03 - NORTH LESLIE ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD HEARING
Town of Richmond Hill. The ongoing Ontario Municipal Board Hearing
with respect to the North Leslie Secondary Plan area in the Town of
Richmond Hill.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Anthony Ketchum
Bill O'Donnell
THAT our solicitor request the Ontario Municipal Board to adjourn the ongoing
proceedings involving the North Leslie lands in the Town of Richmond Hill pending final
consideration by the Provincial Legislative Assembly of the proposed Greenbelt
Protection Act (Bill 27);
AND FURTHER THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) counsel be
Instructed to request the Minister of Municipal Affairs to instruct their counsel to appear
at the ongoing Ontario Municipal Board proceedings and to support the request for
adjournment of said proceedings.
BACKGROUND
TRCA staff and counsel continue to represent the TRCA's interest by presenting arguments for
the protection of natural features and their functions as part of the ongoing Ontario Municipal
Board (OMB) proceedings for the North Leslie lands within the Town of Richmond Hill. Most
recently, TRCA counsel has been participating in motions relating to the recusal of Ontario
Municipal Board member, Bruce Krushelniki, and participating in other procedural matters. On
January 7th, 2004, the OMB delivered a decision not to recuse the current panel on grounds
put forward by the landowners, however, in a supplementary statement, voluntarily removed
themselves from the North Leslie hearing. Essentially, a new panel will be involved with the
hearing on environmental, engineering and planning issues and other main arguments relating
to the North Leslie Secondary Plan area. The new OMB panel presented itself on January 8th,
2004 at the Town of Richmond Hill. It is anticipated that the new panel will continue to deal with
procedural matters (ie. order of evidence, dates of sitting, etc.) but will soon turn their attention
to a motion put forward by Save the Rouge Valley System for an adjournment to a restart of the
hearing.
On December 16th, 2003 the province introduced legislation which among other matters, once
passed, will stay the North Leslie Ontario Municipal Board hearing for a period of 1 year. A full
report on the effect of this legislation will be provided to the Authority in the coming weeks.
However, specifically relating to a large portion of the North Leslie lands, Section 6 of the Bill
states that all applications, hearings and appeals before the Ontario Municipal Board to permit
urban uses in respect to lands outside an urban settlement area shall be deemed to have been
stayed on December 16th, 2003. The remainder of the North Leslie lands could be stayed by a
letter from the Minister of Municipal Affairs. Given this, it is the staff position that continuing to
make arguments at the Ontario Municipal Board at considerable expense to the TRCA while
this legislation is imminent is not beneficial. Proceeding with the hearing when the province is
considering the establishment of a greenbelt plan is not productive. Therefore, for this reason
and other planning rationale to be laid out by counsel, we would request the Ontario Municipal
Board to adjourn the start of the hearing to a point after the provincial legislation comes into
effect in its final form. It is anticipated that the legislation will be finalized in March 2004.
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It is expected that the Town of Richmond Hill and the Region of York will be presenting similar
reports to their respective councils with their rationale for adjournment. TRCA staff will continue
to work closely with the Town of Richmond Hill and the Region of York and will update the
Authority as events unfold within the North Leslie Secondary Plan area.
Report prepared by: Russel White, extension 5306
Date: January 8, 2004
RES. #A271 /03 - ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD HEARING COSTS FOR NORTH
LESLIE SECONDARY PLAN AREA WITHIN THE ROUGE RIVER
WATERSHED, TOWN OF RICHMOND HILL
Status update on the ongoing Ontario Municipal Board Hearing, Town of
Richmond Hill and identification of the costs related to the ongoing
participation in a three party agreement between the Region of York, the
Town of Richmond Hill and the Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority (TRCA) to share costs for environmental consultants required
to provide evidence at the upcoming Ontario Municipal Board Hearing.
(Executive Res. #B 174/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Linda Pabst
Michael Di Biase
THAT staff be directed to continue to retain legal and consultant services for the length of
the Ontario Municipal Board proceedings or until matters before the Ontario Municipal
Board are resolved;
AND FURTHER THAT the Region of York and the Town of Richmond Hill be requested to
share the cost of the legal expenses related to the environmental component of this
action In the same manner as the consultants are being shared.
CARRIED
RES. #A272 /03 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION
PROJECT, 2001 -2005
Humber River Watershed, Aslo -three B.V., CFN 34238. Purchase of
property located on the west side of the 8th Concession Road, south of
15th Sideroad, Township of King, Regional Municipality of York
(Executive Res. #B 175/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Linda Pabst
Michael Di Biase
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THAT 170 acres, more or less of vacant land be purchased from Aslo -three B.V., said
land being part of Lots 7, 8, 9 and 10 Concession 8, Township of King, Regional
Municipality of York, situate on the west side of the 8th Concession Road, south of 15th
Sideroad;
That the purchase price be $2,720,000.00 or $16,000 per acre based on the acreage of the
property as certified by an Ontario Land Surveyor;
THAT the purchase be subject to the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA)
obtaining the necessary funding;
THAT the TRCA grant a conservation easement to the Oak Ridges Moraine Land Trust;
THAT the 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. #A273/03 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION
PROJECT 2001 -2005
Flood Plain and Conservation Component / Humber River Watershed
Fandor Homes (Bloomington Forest) Inc., CFN 34866. Purchase of
property located on the north side of Snively Street, west of Bayview
Avenue, Town of Richmond Hill, 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 176/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Linda Pabst
Michael Di Biase
THAT 0.44 hectares (1.09 acres), more or less, of vacant land be purchased from Fandor
Homes (Bloomington Forest) Inc., being Part of Lot 9 and 10, Registered Plan 200 and
designated as Blocks 27, 28, and 29 on a draft Plan of Subdivision prepared by J. D.
Barnes Ltd. Surveyors under their Reference No. 02 -21- 989 -00 -A, Town of Richmond Hill,
Regional Municipality of York, located on the north side of Snavely Street, west of
Bayview Avenue;
THAT the purchase price be $2.00;
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THAT The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) 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 TRCA officials be authorized and directed to
execute all necessary documentation required.
CARRIED
RES. #A274/03 - NATURAL HERITAGE LANDS PROTECTION AND ACQUISITION
PROJECT 2001 -2005
Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed
Mary and Bruno Nicolini, CFN 34867. Acquisition of a conservation
easement, located on the west side of Pine Valley Drive, north of
Highway No. 7 (7890 Pine Valley Drive), City of Vaughan, Regional
Municipality of York, Humber River Watershed.
(Executive Res. #B 177/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Linda Pabst
Michael Di Biase
THAT a conservation easement for the protection of the environmental features and
functions containing 0.171 hectares (0.422 acres), more or less, consisting of an Irregular
shaped parcel of land, be purchased from Mary and Bruno Nicolini, said land being Part
of Lot 6, Concession 7 and designated as Part 2 on Reference Plan 65R- 26421, City of
Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, on the west side of Pine Valley Drive, north of
Highway No. 7 (7890 Pine Valley Drive);
THAT the purchase price of the easement be $2.00;
THAT The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive conveyance of the
easement 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 TRCA officials be authorized and directed to
execute all necessary documentation required.
CARRIED
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RES. #A275 /03 - YORK CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD
Request for release of any and all interest of The Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority (TRCA) in a small parcel of land located on the
east side of Islington Avenue, north of Rutherford Road, City of Vaughan,
Regional Municipality of York, Humber River Watershed, CFN 22925. The
TRCA is in receipt of a request from the York Catholic District School
Board, the owner of the property located on the east side of Islington
Avenue, north of Rutherford Road, in the City of Vaughan, Regional
Municipality of York, for the TRCA to release any and all interest in a
small parcel of land to allow its sale to the Regional Municipality of York
for the widening of Islington Avenue.
(Executive Res. #B 178/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Linda Pabst
Michael Di Biase
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 east side of Islington Avenue, north of Rutherford Road, in the City of Vaughan,
Regional Municipality of York;
WHEREAS It is the opinion of TRCA that 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 cooperate
with the York Catholic District School Board in this instance;
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA release any and all interest in a small
parcel of land containing 0.22 hectares (0.54 acres), more or less, to the York Catholic
District School Board, said land being Part of Lot 16, Concession 7, further being
described as Part 1 on Reference Plan 65R- 25716, 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 the
interest in land;
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. #A276 /03 - CONTRACT FOR DAM SAFETY STUDIES AT CLAIREVILLE, G. ROSS
LORD, MILNE, AND STOUFFVILLE DAMS
To retain a consultant to complete a Dam Safety Study at Claireville, G.
Ross Lord, Milne and Stouffville dams.
(Executive Res. #B 179/03)
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Moved by:
Seconded by:
Suzan Hall
Bill O'Donnell
THAT the consulting firm Mobec Engineering be retained to complete Dam Safety studies
at Claireville, G. Ross Lord, Milne and Stouffville dams at an upset cost of $152,840 plus
applicable taxes.
AMENDMENT
RES. #A277 /03
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Suzan Hall
Bill O'Donnell
THAT the following be inserted after the main motion:
AND FURTHER THAT staff be requested as a follow -up to this report to provide
recommendations on subsequent work and costs with respect to recommendations of
preventative and emergency measures that could be Implemented to mitigate the impact
If a dam break occurs.
THE AMENDMENT WAS CARRIED
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED
RES. #A278 /03 - CORRESPONDENCE
Oakdale Golf and Country Club
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D74/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Irene Jones
THAT above -noted correspondence (a) - (d) be received;
THAT staff be directed to continue to meet with Oakdale Golf and Country Club staff and
Interested stakeholders to review the outcomes of the groundwater test drilling in
Downsview Dells to determine the potential options for withdrawal of groundwater, and
report back to the Authority as required;
THAT Oakdale Golf and Country Club be encouraged to continue to work on developing
an integrated watershed management plan, including the possibility of utilizing grey
water;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back on the possible number of golf courses within
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority jurisdiction which will be exploring the use of
groundwater to meet their future water needs.
CARRIED
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RES. #A279 /03 - CORRESPONDENCE
Ajax Waterfront Trail: Proposal for Completion to the Ajax - Whitby
Boarder
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D74/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Irene Jones
THAT above -noted correspondence (e) be received;
AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to report on the types of assistance that the
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority can provide to the Town of Ajax on this
Important initiative, Including assessment of the priority of waterfront development
initiatives in the Region of Durham, relative to the availability of funding from the region
and other potential sources for waterfront projects.
CARRIED
RES. #A280 /03 - ETOBICOKE- MIMICO CREEK WATERSHEDS HABITAT
IMPLEMENTATION PLAN
Endorsement of the Etobicoke - Mimico Creek Watersheds Habitat
Implementation Plan.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D76 /03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Irene Jones
THAT the Etobicoke - Mimico Creek Watersheds Habitat Implementation Plan be
endorsed;
THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff be directed to seek
partnerships with the Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks watershed regional and local
municipalities, local residents, and Interested groups for the implementation of habitat
restoration prescriptions for selected sites over the next five years;
AND FURTHER THAT TRCA staff utilize the Etobicoke - Mimico Creek Watersheds Habitat
Implementation Plan as a foundation for strategic restoration activities within the
Etobicoke and Mimico Creek watersheds.
CARRIED
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RES. #A281 /03 - FISHERIES MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR DUFFINS CREEK AND
CARRUTHERS CREEK
Completion and implementation of the Fisheries Management Plan for
Duffins Creek and Carruthers Creek.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D77/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Irene Jones
THAT the Fisheries Management Plan for Duffins Creek and Carruthers Creek, dated
2003, be approved;
THAT staff be directed to implement the Fisheries Management Plan when reviewing
documents including official plans, subwatershed studies, stormwater management
plans and permit applications dealing with alterations to watercourses;
THAT staff present the Fisheries Management Plan, in cooperation with the Ontario
Ministry of Natural Resources (OMNR) and Fisheries and Oceans Canada (FOC), to the
watershed municipalities to seek their endorsement;
THAT staff provide a report to the Business Excellence Advisory Board on the protocol
for implementing proposed changes to angling on TRCA properties upstream of Highway
7;
THAT staff be directed to send a letter to FOC and OMNR requesting that they implement
the recommended changes to angling regulations for the Duffins Creek and Carruthers
Creek watersheds;
AND FURTHER THAT staff coordinate fisheries management activities between
municipalities and other partners in cooperation with OMNR and FOC to address the
management actions as outlined, based on the priorities established in the Fisheries
Management Plan.
CARRIED
RES. #A282 /03 - GTA FLOOD PROGRAM STANDARDS
2003 Progress and 2004 Work Plan. To report on the status of the
existing Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) Flood
Warning Program in terms of the GTA Flood Standards, and to define
components where actions are required.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D 78/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Irene Jones
THAT the 2004 Work Plan based on GTA Flood Standards be approved;
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THAT staff be directed to base Flood Warning and Forecasting budgets and future work
plans on fulfilling compliance with the GTA Flood Standards;
THAT staff report annually on compliance progress to the Watershed Management
Advisory Board;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back on the liability of flood programs and the reliability
of the flood standards, and on the public consultation process.
CARRIED.
RES. #A283 /03 - COMPREHENSIVE STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR YORK
UNIVERSITY
Terms of Reference. To report on York University's Stormwater
Management Plan.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D80/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Irene Jones
THAT the York University Development Corporation be thanked for developing the terms -
of reference for a Comprehensive Stormwater Management Plan for York University;
THAT the York University Development Corporation be requested to advise Toronto and
Region Conservation Authority's (TRCA) Chief Administrative Officer and the Watershed
Management Advisory Board as to the timing and progress of the study and its
Implementation;
THAT all new development applications at the York University Keele Campus be
consistent with the Comprehensive Stormwater Management Plan for York University,
when approved;
AND FURTHER THAT the City of Toronto, the Humber Watershed Alliance and the Black
Creek Project be so advised.
CARRIED
RES. #A284 /03 - BLUFFERS PARK MARINA MASTER PLAN AND LEASE
AMENDMENT - FLOAT HOMES
City of Toronto Waterfront. To amend the Bluffers Park Marina Limited
(BPML) Master Plan and lease to accommodate float homes in
accordance with the City of Toronto Council's approved settlement with
BPML.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D81 /03 & Res. #D82/03)
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Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Irene Jones
THAT the Bluffers Park Marina Limited (BPML) Master Plan be amended and approved to
incorporate the revised dock configuration for 25 float homes in accordance with the
BPML settlement and the specific terms and conditions as approved by City of Toronto
Council at its July 30, 31 and August 1, 2002 meeting, and the letter of direction from the
City of Toronto of January 22, 2003;
THAT staff be authorized and directed to execute the necessary documents to give effect
thereto, including amendments to the lease between the City of Toronto, Bluffers Park
Marina Limited and the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority to reflect the
approved settlement and the revised Bluffers Park Marina Master Plan for the dock
configuration to accommodate a maximum of 25 float homes;
THAT staff be directed to process the Bluffers Park Marina Limited's permit application
under Ont. Reg. 158 for the new dock configuration;
AND FURTHER THAT the City of Toronto and Bluffers Park Marina Limited be so advised.
CARRIED
RES. #A285 /03 - INTERNATIONAL JOINT COMMISSION (IJC) - THE INTERNATIONAL
LAKE ONTARIO - ST. LAWRENCE RIVER STUDY
To report on the International Joint Commission's International Lake
Ontario - St. Lawrence River Study.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D83/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Irene Jones
THAT the continued participation of Larry Field, Waterfront Specialist, on the Public
Interest Advisory Group (PIAG) for the remaining two years of the Study (2004, 2005) be
approved;
THAT TRCA staff report back to the Watershed Management Advisory Board as the
International Joint Commission's International Lake Ontario - St. Lawrence River Study
recommendations are released for public and agency comment;
AND FURTHER THAT the Canadian Co- Director of the Study Board, be so advised.
CARRIED
RES. #A286 /03 - GRASS CARP FOUND IN THE LOWER DON RIVER
Potentially harmful invasive species.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D84/03)
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Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Irene Jones
THAT staff continue to work directly with the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources
(OMNR) and Fisheries and Oceans Canada (FOC) on a surveillance program for the
grass carp;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back with status of these efforts.
CARRIED
RES. #A287 /03 - 2003 HUMBER WATERSHED PROGRESS REPORT - FINAL
Final copy of the 2003 Humber Watershed Progress Report.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D85/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Irene Jones
THAT the 2003 Humber Watershed Progress Report be circulated to federal and
provincial governments, Humber watershed municipalities, Environmental Commissioner
of Ontario, Members of Parliament, Members of Provincial Parliament, Councillors,
community groups, schools, libraries and the public throughout the Humber watershed;
THAT staff continue to work with the members of the Humber Watershed Alliance to
implement the actions recommended in the 2003 Humber Watershed Progress Report
that will help protect, restore and celebrate the Humber watershed;
AND FURTHER THAT a letter of thanks from the Chief Administrative Officer of the
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) be sent to the Chair of the Humber
Watershed Alliance.
CARRIED
RES. #A288 /03 - ETOBICOKE- MIMICO WATERSHEDS COALITION
Changes to Membership. Approval of changes to the membership of the
Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D86/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Irene Jones
THAT the resignation of Stephen Cliffe, resident of the City of Mississauga, be received;
THAT the resignation of Karen English, resident of the City of Toronto, be received;
THAT the resignation of Susan McClure, resident of the City of Toronto, be received;
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THAT the resignation of Jennifer Turgeon, representing EcoSource Mississauga, be
received;
THAT the retiring members be thanked for their work on the Etobicoke - Mimico
Watersheds Coalition;
THAT Bruce Dobbin, representing the Credit River Anglers Association, be appointed to
replace John Kendell;
THAT Glenn Miller, representing the Peel Federation of Agriculture, be appointed to
replace Nick deBoer;
THAT Mathew Rossi, a resident of the City of Mississauga, be appointed to the
Etobicoke- Mimico Watersheds Coalition;
THAT Sean Harvey, representing the City of Toronto, be appointed to the
Etobicoke- Mimico Watersheds Coalition;
THAT Roger Taylor, representing the Caledon Countryside Alliance, be appointed to the
Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition;
AND FURTHER THAT Irene Jones, a resident of the City of Toronto be appointed to the
Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition.
RES. #A289/03 -
Moved by:
Seconded by:
CARRIED
HUMBER WATERSHED ALLIANCE
Terms of Reference for the Humber Watershed Alliance: 2004 - 2006.
Approval of the Terms of Reference for the Humber Watershed Alliance:
2004 - 2006.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D87/03)
Ian Sinclair
Irene Jones
THAT the Terms of Reference for the Humber Watershed Alliance, dated December, 2003,
as attached, be approved;
THAT the local and regional municipalities in the Humber watershed be requested to
appoint one municipal council member to the Humber Watershed Alliance;
THAT the City of Toronto Community Councils in the Humber watershed (Toronto North,
Toronto South and Toronto West) be requested to appoint representatives to the Humber
Watershed Alliance;
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THAT the municipalities be requested to appoint staff liaisons from appropriate
departments to assist with technical components of the work, including planning and
policy development;
THAT applications for prospective members be requested from the Humber watershed
residents by March 1, 2004;
THAT other agencies and groups, as identified in the Terms of Reference, be requested
to appoint members and alternates by March 1, 2004;
THAT a report be submitted to the Authority identifying the proposed membership,
including the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) member, for formal
approval;
AND FURTHER THAT all the members of the second Humber Watershed Alliance be
thanked for their substantial contributions over the past three years.
CARRIED
RES. #A290/03 - DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL
Terms of Reference for the Don Watershed Regeneration Council: 2004 -
2006. Approval of the Terms of Reference for the Don Watershed
Regeneration Council: 2004 - 2006.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D88/03)
Moved by.
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Irene Jones
THAT the Terms of Reference for the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, dated
December, 2003, as attached, be approved;
THAT the local and regional municipalities In the Don watershed be requested to appoint
one municipal council member to the Don Watershed Regeneration Council;
THAT the City of Toronto Community Councils in the Don watershed (Toronto North,
Toronto South and Toronto East) be requested to appoint representatives to the Don
Watershed Regeneration Council;
THAT the municipalities be requested to appoint staff liaisons from appropriate
departments to assist with technical components of the work, Including planning and
policy development;
THAT applications for prospective members be requested from Don watershed residents
by March 1, 2004;
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THAT other agencies and groups, as identified in the Terms of Reference, be requested
to appoint members and alternates by March 1, 2004;
THAT a report be submitted to the Authority identifying the proposed membership,
Including the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff member for formal
approval;
AND FURTHER THAT all the members of the third Don Watershed Regeneration Council
be thanked for their substantial contributions over the past three years.
CARRIED
RES. #A291 /03 - DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL
Minutes of Meeting #6/03, Meeting #7/03 and Meeting #8/03. The
Minutes of Meeting #6/03 held on June 19, 2003, Meeting #7/03 held on
July 17, 2003 and Meeting #8/03 held on October 16, 2003.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D89/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Irene Jones
THAT the Minutes of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council Meeting #6/03, Meeting
#7/03 and Meeting #8/03, as appended, be received.
CARRIED
RES. #A292 /03 - PICKERING HARBOUR COMPANY WATERFRONT REGENERATION
PROJECT
City of- Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham. Direction to prepare a
Pickering Harbour Company Waterfront Regeneration Project in the City
of Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham.
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D90/03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ian Sinclair
Irene Jones
THAT staff be directed to prepare a Pickering Harbour Company Waterfront Regeneration
Project (the "Project ") on a multi -year basis in the City of Pickering, Region of Durham as
a component of the Region of Durham's waterfront multi -year project;
THAT prior to preparation of the Project, the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
(TRCA) obtain written support and a partnership commitment from the City of Pickering
and the Pickering Harbour Company for such a major waterfront initiative;
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THAT the TRCA, in preparing the Project, including a funding partnership, seek
commitments from, but not limited to, the Government of Canada, the Province of
Ontario, the Regional Municipality of Durham, the City of Pickering and the Pickering
Harbour Company;
AND FURTHER THAT the City of Pickering and the Pickering Harbour Company be so
advised.
RES. #A293 /03 - RECOGNITION OF MARK WILSON
(Watershed Mgt. Res. #D91 /03)
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Tanny Wells
Irene Jones
CARRIED
THAT Mark Wilson be thanked for his significant contributions as Chair of the Don
Watershed Task Force for three years and for serving nine years as Chair of the Don
Watershed Regeneration Council, and for his outstanding dedication to improving the
health of the Don River watershed.
SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
RES. #A294 /03 - SECTION 11- ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Suzan Hall
Dave Ryan
THAT Ontario Regulation 158 items 8.7.1 - 7.7.28, Inclusive, contained in Section 11 of
Executive Committee Minutes #11/03, held on December 5, 2003, be received.
CARRIED
RES. #A295 /03 - SECTION 11- ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Tanny Wells
Dave Ryan
THAT Ontario Regulation 158 Item 8.7.29 - Bloorview MacMillan Children's Centre,
contained in Section 11 of Executive Committee Minutes #11/03, held on December 5,
2003, be received.
CARRIED
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RES. #A296 /03 - SECTION 11- ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Ila Bossons
Ian Sinclair
THAT Section!! items 8.8 - 8.14, inclusive, contained in Section 11 of Executive Committee
Minutes #11/03, held on December 5, 2003, be received.
CARRIED
Section 11 Items 8.8 - 8.14
REQUEST FOR DISPOSAL OF TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION
AUTHORITY -OWNED LAND
(Executive Res. #B 182/03)
MIMICO WATERFRONT LINEAR PARK
(Executive Res. #B 183/03)
PROJECT TO DEVELOP A STREAM THERMAL MODEL FOR THE UPPER HUMBER RIVER
AND BRUCE CREEK
(Executive Res. #B 184/03)
BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE
(Executive Res. #B 185/03)
ACQUISITION OF VEHICLES
(Executive Res. #B 186/03)
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSE
(Executive Res. #B 187/03)
ADDITIONAL OFFICE ACCOMMODATION
(Executive Res. #B 188/03)
NEW BUSINESS
RES. #A297 /03 -
Moved by:
Seconded by:
PINE VALLEY DRIVE LINK
Frank Scarpitti
Gerri Lynn O'Connor
THAT TRCA staff be directed to request to make a presentation at the January meeting of York
Region Council in regards to the Transportation and Works Committee resolution on the Pine
Valley Drive Link.
CARRIED
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RES. #A298/03 - EARTH CHARTER
Moved by: Anthony Ketchum
Seconded by: Tanny Wells
THAT the Chief Administrative Officer of TRCA be directed to bring the Earth Charter to
the attention of staff and members of the TRCA at the onset of each term of membership.
CARRIED
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 1:46 p.m., on Friday, January 9, 2004.
Dick O'Brien
Chair
/ks
Brian Denney
Secretary- Treasurer
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