HomeMy WebLinkAboutEtobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition 2008THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
MINUTES OF THE ETOBICOKE - MIMICO
WATERSHEDS COALITION #1108
February 21, 2008
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The Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds C oalition met at Black Creek Pioneer.Village on February
21, 2008, Suzanne Barrett called the meeting to order at 6 :15 pm.
PRESENT
Suzanne Barrett Chair
Cleve Battick Member
John Cary Member
Bob Cooke Member
Janice Etter Member
Michael Gusche Member
Marilyn Hagerman Member
Bruce Haines Member
Mark Head - Member
Irene Jones, Member.
Jim Laird • Member
Leslie Luxemburger Member
Chris McGlynn Member
Doug McRonney Member
Pamela Mirella Alternate
Ken Paterson Member
Owen Russell Member
Mark Taylor Member
Alan Thompson Member
Don Weatherbe Member
.GUESTS
Nancy Johnston South Mimico Environmental Action Area
Larry Giles • Brampton Heritage
STAFF
Ron Dewell Senior Manager, Conservation Lands and Property Services
Larry Field Government Liaison.
Noah Gaetz Supervisor, Terrestrial Natural Heritage
Dushan Jojkic Etobicoke - Mimico Project Manager
Joanna Parsons Administrative Assistant, Etobicoke- Mimico
Chris Rickett Watershed Resources Planner
Chandra Sharma Specialist, Etobicoke - Mimico
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REGRETS
John Abbott Member
John Almond Member
Jim Anderson Member
Stephanie Crocker Member
Rimi Kalinauskas Member
Carol MacKay Member
Peter Milczyn Member
Leo O'Brien Member
Boris Swedak Member
RES. #H1/08- MINUTES
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Mark Head
Janice Etter
. THAT the Minutes of Meeting '#2/07, held on November 22, 2007 be received . CARRIED
PRESENTATIONS
(a) Etobicoke and Mimico Watershed Terrestrial Natural Heritage System Refinement
Noah Gaetz, Supervisor, Terrestrial Natural Heritage, Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority, provided an overview of the Etobicoke and Mimico Terrestrial Natural
Heritage System and Priority Management Areas.
(b) Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Greenlands Acquisition, Project
Ron Dewell, Senior Manager, Conservation Lands and Property Services, Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority, provided an overview of TRCA's Greenlands Acquisition Project.
(c) Arsenal Lands /Marie Curtis Park Master Plan
Larry Field, Manager, Government Liaison, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
provided an update on the Arsenal Lands /Marie Curtis Park Master Plan and next steps for
completing the project.
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RES. #H2/08-
Moved by:
Seconded by:
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ETOBICOKE AND MIMICO WATERSHED TERRESTRIAL
NATURAL HERITAGE SYSTEM REFINEMENT
Coalition input on Etobicoke and Mimico Watersheds Natural
Heritage System (TNHS) refinement
Janice Etter
Chris McGlynn
THAT information on Etobicoke and Mimico Watershed Terrestrial Natural Heritage
System (TNHS) refinement be received for Coalition review and input;
THAT the updated mapping be presented to Region of Peel, City of Toronto, Cities of
Brampton and Mississauga and Town of Caledon staff for. their input;
AND FURTHER THAT the final report on refined TNHS system for Etobicoke and Mimico
Watersheds be brought back to the Coalition for their endorsement. CARRIED
BACKGROUND
As part of The Living City vision; TRCA has established objectives for Healthy Rivers and
Shorelines, Regional Biodiversity, Sustainable' Communities and Business Excellence. The
,Terrestrial Natural Heritage System Strategy is a significant undertaking toward achieving the
objective for Regional Biodiversity, which is to protect and restore a regional system of natural
areas that provide habitat for plaht and animal species, improve air quality, contribute to
liveable environments and neighbourhoods and provide opportunities for enjoyment of nature.
The regional terrestrial natural heritage system defined in the Strategy is designed to protect
and improve biodiversity by increasing the quality and amount of forest and wetland habitats in
a system that builds upon the existing terrestrial system and optimizes the opportunities for
native species diversity.
Watershed -Based System Refinement
The system, as defined in the Strategy is based on a modeling exercise using 2002 base
information (the only information that was available for the entire jurisdiction). This regional
system information was used to report on the TNHS condition and establish targets for natural
cover in Turning Over a New Leaf: The Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks•Watershed Report Card
2006.
The Report Card recommended•refinement of targets on a watershed level to gain a better
understanding of the condition of the existing system, to increase natural cover, and to ensure
.that the existing natural cover is in public ownership or is protected in some other manner.
The current update uses 2005 base information and provides a refined potential system for
natural cover enhancement. In addition to the refined potential natural cover, a priority ranking
analysis has been developed to identify potential management areas at a local scale.
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RATIONALE
TRCA's member municipalities have contributed to the preparation of TRCA's TNHS Strategy
— including funding for the science and the modeling tools. The Authority has directed staff to
offer the refined /modified system for their jurisdiction as they define their own TNHS for their
Official Plans as required by the province. During this stage any conflicts with competing land
use objectives and infrastructure needs will be addressed.
The province requires every municipality to incorporate a natural heritage system into their
official plan. TRCA staff has committed to the Region of Peel and to our local municipal
partners, to work with them in re- evaluating the system as currently mapped in the Strategy or
through watershed plans/ updates, to meet their goals for community planning including the
identification of a natural heritage system incorporating areas of provincial interest as per the
Provincial Policy Statement (MMAH 2005), protection of key natural heritage features as
defined by the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan (ORMCP 2001), protection of
watercourses and their floodplains, provision of nature based recreational amenities, climate
change mitigation and management of urban drainage.
Staff recognize that the approach taken in the 'white belt' to define a TNHS will need to be
flexible in order to be effectively integrated with community design objectives. This is best
accomplished through larger scale interdisciplinary planning that TRCA staff is participating in
to assist municipalities to optimize and integrate natural heritage planning into growth planning
scenarios in both the "white belt areas ", as well as in the planned and existing built up areas.
In addition, we will continue to assist the City of Toronto in support of its official plan
implementation of the Natural Heritage System.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
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Refine Mapping with Coalition Input.
Consult with regional and local municipalities in the Etobicoke and Mimico Watersheds.
Finalize updates and present for Coalition endorsement.
RES. #H3 /08-
Moved by:
Seconded by
GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2006 -2010
Toronto and Region, Conservation Authority's Greenlands
Acquisition Project for 2006 -2010.
Bruce Haines
Jim Laird
THAT the presentation on the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's (TRCA)
Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2006 -2010 be received for information;
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AND FURTHER THAT the Coalition work with TRCA staff to explore opportunities for
securement based on TRCA's criteria for acquisition and updated natural heritage system
for Etobicoke and Mimico Watersheds CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At meeting #2107, Res. #16/07, members of the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersherds Coalition
(Coalition) requested an update on the Arsenal Lands /Marie .Curtis Park West Master Plan in
regards to a request by the City of Mississauga for Coalition support towards the
implementation of the Park Plan.
Arsenal Lands /Marie Curtis Park West Master Plan Update
The Arsenal Lands are located on the eastern border of Mississauga, adjacent to Marie
Curtis Park West at the mouth of the Etobicoke Creek, City of Toronto. •
In 1992, the lands were purchased by TRCA, in collaboration with the City of Toronto
(formerly Metro), Mississauga, the Region of Peel and the Province.
An integrated park and site remediation master plan was released in 1998.
The former brownfield site was remediated to meet parkland guidelines between 1998
and 2002.
'TRCA negotiated with Canada Post (former landowner) to 'contribute half of the savings
from remediation budget to finance park development ($688,000) and to fund
implementation of an environmental monitoring program ($240,000).
Master Plan Addendum
• TRCA prepared an addendum to the 1998 master plan with staff from Toronto,
Mississauga, Region of Peel, and in consultation with the public.
• The purpose of the addendum is to provide an overall plan which: reflects the current
site conditions; meets the needs of regional and local park users; addresses safety
concerns; and provides park management recommendations. •
• Given the park's proximity to the border of Mississauga and Toronto; the addendum •
recommends that the park will function as a "Gateway Park: that will service residents •
from both municipalities.
• The park concept integrates the west side of Marie Curtis Park and the Arsenal Lands to
create a waterfront park that offers a rance of recreational activities and amenities at a
regional scale, with consideration for the site's unique natural and cultural assets.
Capital Development and Site Management Strategy
• The capital costs for park development are estimated at $3,000,000 for the Arsenal
Lands and $1,000,000 for'Marie Curtis Park West (based on 2005 dollars).
• TRCA and Mississauga have committed funds for the park development in 07/08 capital
budgets.
• Toronto staff have indicated funding for Mari Curtis Park and the Arsenal Lands is
included in the Toronto capital budget, however, this funding is identified in 2011 and
beyond 2015.
• The proposed park development funding and revenues sources are as follows:
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Source
Arsenal Lands
Marie Curtis Park West
Mississauga
$2,082,087 (2007)
$0
TRCA
$917, 913 (2007/2008)
$270,000 (2007/2008)
Toronto
$0
$730,000*
TOTAL
$3,000,000
$1,000,000
* Toronto has yet to confirm their capital funding commitment.
The current proposal is to develop a Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) between
TRCA, Mississauga, and Toronto for future development, management, and operation
of the Arsenal Lands and Marie Curtis Park West.
This agreement would be valid for a period of 20 years, with the option to renew.
Mississauga would lead park development and carry out the day -to -day park
operations.
TRCA would have ongoing environmental responsibility for the property, including
ongoing monitoring, habitat work and any works affecting the river channel or regulated
shoreline.
TRCA would continue to manage the leased area of the property at Dixie Road and
Lakeshore.
The park would be governed by all applicable Mississauga by -laws, policies and
standards.
The cost of annual park operations will be estimated based on Mississauga's level of
standard.
Further discussions are required to determine Mississauga and Toronto's share of
operation costs, and contributions to a capital development reserve that would future
capital expenses.
RES. #H4/08-
ARSENAL LANDS /MARIE CURTIS PARK WEST MASTER PLAN
To gain Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition support to advance
funding by the City of Toronto for Arsenal Lands /Marie Curtis Park West
Master Plan Implementation.
THAT the staff report on the Arsenal Lands /Marie Curtis Park West Master Plan be
received for information;
AND FURTHER THAT the Coalition request the City of Toronto to advance their capital
funding from 2011 to 2008 to match committed funds for Park development from the
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) and the City of
Mississauga CARRIED
February 21', 2008
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BACKGROUND
On November 1, 2007; the City of Toronto Planning and Growth Management Committee
approved the draft Design Guidelines for Greening Surface Parking Lots. The Report will be
released by the City Council, on November 19, 2007, for consultation with stakeholders,
including development industry representatives, affected Divisions, Agencies, Boards and
Commissions of the City of Toronto, and other interested parties.
During the consultation period, the new Guidelines will also be tested. in -the review and
approval of new developments containing surface parking and in the design and development
of surface parking Tots owned and /or operated by the City of Toronto or any Agency, Board or
Commission of the City of Toronto.
RATIONALE
Stormwater management is one of the most significant issues impacting water quality and
quantity in our urban watersheds. The 2006 Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks Watershed Report
Card indicated that limited progress has been made towards striking a balance between the
increasing pressures due to urban intensification and improving water quality by stormwater
management initiatives. The Report Card recommended the following key actions pertaining
to this issue:
1. Municipal partners and TRCA should ensure infiltration rates are maintained in new
developments to maintain groundwater recharge;
2. The City of Toronto should continue to implement the Wet Weather Flow Management
Master Plan in the Etobicoke.and Mimico Creeks watersheds;
3. Watershed partners should continue to work together to achieve water balance by
promoting infiltration measures including source controls and conveyance controls; and
4. TRCA and Coalition should continue to work with municipalities and developers to
promote the benefits 'of including source controls in their development plans.
TRCA staff have been working with the City of Toronto to assist the City with their "Green
Development Standards ". ,TRCA's Sustainable Technologies Evaluation Program (STEP), is a
.multi- agency effort that aims at providing data and analytical tools to support the
implementation of sustainable technologies and practices. A number of innovative stormwater
initiatives are currently being tested and monitored including:
greenroofs on flat- roofed buildings;
rainwater harvesting and using cisterns;
roof leader downspout and disconnection;
infiltration of runoff using grassed swales or soak -away areas, or engineering infiltration
systems; and
runoff treatment using bio- retention areas or stormwater ponds.
The proposed Design Guidelines for Greening Surface parking Lots is a positive step towards
addressing water management issues in our watersheds. The Guidelines also compliment
TRCA's Living City objectives of "Healthy Rivers and Shorelines" and "Sustainable
Communities ".
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RES. #H5/08-
Moved by:
Seconded by:
ETOBICOKE - MIMICO WATERSHEDS COALITION WORKPLAN
2007 -2010
To complete a workplan for the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition
2007 -2010.
Irene Jones
Alan Thompson
THAT the draft work plan (2007 -2010) be received for the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds
Coalition's input and review;
THAT the Coalition sub - committees work with the Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority (TRCA) and municipal staff to develop their own workplans integrating the
Coalition Work plan priorities;
AND FURTHER THAT an annual progress report be brought back to the Coalition to
review progress on this workplan CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Greening our Watersheds, the Watersheds Revitalization Strategy, provided a guiding vision
and objectives for the watersheds and recommended actions to protect and restore the
Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks Watersheds. The mandate of Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds
Coalition, is to oversee the implementation of the Watershed Revitalization Strategy, through
advocacy, outreach and hands -on projects. In 2006, the first Watershed Coalition produced
Turning over a new leaf:. The Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks Watersheds Report Card, to report
progress on implementing the Watershed Strategy. The Report Card also provided direction
on future priorities for the Coalition which forms the basis of the attached draft work plan.
INFORMATION ITEMS
(a) Letter to the.City of Toronto, dated February 12, 2008, re: Environmental Reporting and
Disclosure Consultation Document, January 2008, and Coalition Comments on City of
Toronto's "Right to Know By- Law ".
(b) Staff Comments on the City of Brampton's Parks, Culture & Recreation Strategic Master
Plan.
RES. #6 /08-
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Don Weatherbe
Janice Etter
February 21, 2008
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THAT the above information items be received CARRIED
RES. #7/08- -
(c) Bonar Creek Stormwater Management Facility Environmental Assessment Notice.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Irene Jones
John Cary
THATthe above information items be received;
THAT the consultant for the project be invited to a future Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds
Coalition (Coalition) to make a presentation;
AND FURTHER THAT a staff report be brought to the Coalition providing an update on
the project CARRIED
RES. #8/08 -•
(d) Heart Lake Solar Bee Installation.
(e) Partners in Project Green: Pearson Eco- Business Zone Update
(f) Spring 2008 Watershed Events
(g) Stewardship Forum 2008
(h) Dog - Strangling Vine: Review of Distribution, Ecology and Control
(1)' Six Points Interchange Reconfiguration
(j) Mississauga Stormwater Quality Control Strategy Update
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Irene Jones
Leslie Luxemburger
THAT the above information items be received CARRIED
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RES. #H9/08-
Moved by:
Seconded by:
WORKING GROUP COMMITTEE REPORTS
The minutes of the meetings for the following working groups are
provided for information.
Bob Cooke
Marilyn Hagerman
THAT the following minutes be received:
• Heart Lake Community Action Group #2/07 (December 5, 2007)
• South Mimico Environmental Action Group #1/08 (January 8,,2008) .
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 8:30 p.m., on February 21, 2008.
Adele Freeman
Brian Denney
CARRIED
Director, Watershed Management Secretary- Treasurer
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THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
MINUTES OF THE ETOBICOKE - MIMICO
WATERSHEDS COALITION #2/08
May 22, 2008
The Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition met at Black Creek Pioneer Village on May 22,
2008, Irene Jones called the meeting to order at 6:15 pm.
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PRESENT
Cleve Battick Member
John Cary Member
Larry Giles Member
Michael Gusche Member
Marilyn Hagerman Member
Mark Head Member
Irene Jones Vice -Chair
Susan Jorgenson. Member
Jim Laird Member
Jaipaul Massey -Singh Member
Randy McGill Member
Chris McGlynn Member
Doug McRonney Member
Bob Noble Member
Leo O'Brien Member
Ken Patterson Member
Mark Taylor Member
Don Weatherbe Member
STAFF
Deanna Cheriton Project Manager, Conservation Lands
Mark Lowe Landscape Architect
Leslie Luxemburger Watershed Assistant
Joanna Parsons Administrative Assistant, Etobicoke - Mimico
Chris Rickett Watershed Resources Planner
Chandra Sharma Specialist, Etobicoke - Mimico
REGRETS
John Abbott Member
John Almond Member
Jim Anderson Member
Suzanne Barrett Chair
Pierre Belanger Member
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Bob Cooke Member
Stephanie Crocker Member
Vicky Dhillon Member
Janice Etter Member
Bruce Haines Member
Mark Head Member
Rimi Kalinauskas Member
Carol MacKay Member
Tom Mallozzi Member
Peter Milczyn Member
Boris Swedak Member
Allan Thompson Member
RES. #H11/07- MINUTES
Moved by:
Seconded by:
John Cary
Marilyn Hagerman
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #2/08, held on May 22, 2008, be received CARRIED
PRESENTATIONS
(a) Etobicoke Creek Trail
Mark Lowe, Landscape Architect, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, provided
an overview of the South Etobicoke trail project (from Lakeshore Blvd. to Queensway) .
An integrated trail system will provide habitat improvement along the Etobicoke Creek
Valley. A trail head is planned at Sherway Drive where the City of Toronto trail connects
with the City of Mississauga trail.
Michael Gusche, Project Coordinator - Engineering, City of Missisauga, provided a brief
update on the Etobicoke Creek trail alignment - between Matheson Blvd and Hwy 407.
The trail alignment, through Greater Toronto Airports Authority has been firmed up. A
trail head area will be built using permeable surface near the Britannia Road crossing.
Approximated $1 million budget has been approved by the City of Mississauga to
undertake this work.
May 22, 2008
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RES. #H12/07-
Moved by:
Seconded by:
PARTNERS IN PROJECT GREEN: A PEARSON
ECO- BUSINESS ZONE UPDATE
Receipt of the Partners in Project Green Interim Report.
Chris McGlynn
Jaipaul Massey - Singh
THAT the Partners in Project Green Interim Project Report be received;
AND FURTHER THAT members of the Eco- Business Action Group attend the June 10, '
2008, municipal and business workshop to provide input to the final report and assist
with the identification of implementation priorities CARRIED
BACKGROUND
In partnership with the Region of Peel, City of Toronto, City of Brampton and City of
Mississauga, Toronto and Region Conservation (TRCA) has been developing Partners in
Project Green: A Pearson Eco- Business Zone as a framework for improving the financial and
environmental performance of businesses surrounding Toronto Pearson International Airport.
The first phase of the project development was completed in December 2007 with a high -level
characterization of the business community and each municipality's business areas, along with
a workshop to gather input from the business community. Attached for your review is a report
on the outcomes of this process.
The project is now within its second phase, which includes a more detailed analysis of
opportunities, additional workshops targeted at municipal staff and the accommodation
industry, and the development of an overall strategy for the initiative, including a business
model and communication plan. The findings from this second phase will be reviewed with
municipal staff and the business community on June 10, 2008 to identify priority actions and
develop a steering committee for their implementation.
All members of the Eco- Business Action Group are asked to attend the June 10, 2008
workshop with municipal staff and the business community. The meeting will take place at the
Toronto Congress Centre from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. At this meeting members will be given the
opportunity to identify and prioritize the areas they'd like to work on as Partners in Project
Green enters the implementation phase.
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INFORMATION ITEMS
(a) Letter to the City of Toronto re: Arsenal Lands /Marie Curtis Park West Master Plan
Implementation, dated May 15, 2008.
(b) Letter from Suzanne Barrett re: Draft Expansion Criteria for Greenbelt, dated April 20,
2008.
(c) Criteria for Expansion of the Greenbelt - TRCA Comments
(d) Meeting the Challenge of Climate Change
(e) Good News Story: Peregrine Falcon
(f) Update on Bonar Creek Stormwater Pond EA
RES. #H13/08-
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bob Noble
Jim Laird
THAT the above information items be received CARRIED
RES. #H14/08-
Moved by:
Seconded by:
WORKING GROUP COMMITTEE REPORTS
The minutes of the meetings for the following working groups
are provided for information.
Mark Taylor
Leo O'Brien
THAT the following minutes be received:
•
•
•
Etobicoke Headwaters Community Action Area #1/08 (March 26, 2008)
Heart Lake Community Action Group #1/08 (March 5, 2008)
South Mimico Community Action Area #2/08 (March 25, 2008) CARRIED
May 22, 2008
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ETOBICOKE - MIMICO WATERSHEDS COALITION WORK PLAN CHARETTE
A facilitated workshop was held to determine priority projects for the Etobicoke - Mimico
Watersheds Coalition and each Community Action Area. Key priorities from the 2006
watershed report card were used to select the long and short term goals. Key findings and
priorities will be presented in a summary report for approval of the Coalition at their next
meeting. Their priorities will then be forwarded to the Community Action Area to be included in
their work plans.
NEW BUSINESS
Climate Change Presentations
Jaipaul Massey- Singh advised the Coalition that he has become one of 250 Canadians now
trained to give Al Gore's presentation. Jaipaul is available to present to interested groups.
City of Mississauga's Cycling Master Plan
Coalition members were advised of the public meeting to review the City of Mississauga's
Cycling Master Plan. It was scheduled for May 27'h and 29'h.
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 8:35 p.m., on May 22, 2008.
Adele Freeman Brian Denney
Director, Watershed Management Secretary- Treasurer
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THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
MINUTES OF THE ETOBICOKE - MIMICO
WATERSHEDS COALITION #3108
September 18, 2008
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The Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition met at Markland Woods Golf Club on September
18, 2008. Suzanne Barrett called the meeting to order at 7:04 pm.
PRESENT
Suzanne Barrett Chair
Cleve Battick Member
John Cary Member
Bob Cooke Member
Deanna Coop Member
Michael Gusche Member
Marilyn Hagerman Member
Jim Laird Member
Leslie Luxemburger Member
Tom Mallozzi Member
Chris McGlynn Member
Doug McRonney Member
Bob Noble Member
Leo O'Brien Member
Ken Patterson Member
Owen Russell Member
Mark Taylor Member
Don Weatherbe Member
STAFF
Joanna Parsons Administrative Assistant, Etobicoke - Mimico
Chris Rickett Watershed Resources Planner
Chandra Sharma Specialist, Etobicoke - Mimico
Sylvia Waters Technical Administrative Clerk
REGRETS
John Abbott Member
John Almond Member
Jim Anderson Member
Pierre Belanger Member
Stephanie Crocker Member
Janice Etter Member
Larry Giles Member
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Bruce Haines Member
Mark Head Member
Irene Jones Vice -Chair
Susan Jorgenson Member
Rimi Kalinauskas Member
Carol MacKay Member
Tom Mallozzi Member
Jaipaul Massey -Singh Member
Randy McGill Member
Boris Swedak Member
RES. #H15/08- MINUTES
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Jim Laird
Leslie Luxemburger
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #2/08, held on,.May 22, 2008, be received CARRIED
PRESENTATIONS
(a) Partners in Project Green
Chris Rickett, Project Manager, provided an update on the Partners in Project Green
project to the Coalition. The Partners in Project Green Strategy is now complete and
the Steering Committee for the project is being assembled. Chris introduced a new
Eco- Efficiency Program that is ready for launch which helps businesses to go green.
RES. #H16/08-
Moved by:
Seconded by:
PARTNERS IN PROJECT GREEN: A PEARSON
ECO- BUSINESS ZONE
To present key findings and obtain the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds
Coalition (Coalition) endorsement of Partners
in Project Green: A Pearson Eco- Business Zone.
Doug McRonney
Bob Noble
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THAT the key priorities contained in the draft Partners in Project Green Strategy, being
eco- efficiency, resource re- utilization, renewable energy and green business
development, be received and endorsed by the Coalition;
THAT Randy McGiII of Greater Toronto Airports Authority, and member of the Coalition,
represent the Coalition on the Partners in Project Green Steering Committee;
THAT the members of the Coalition be invited to participate on the Partners in Project
Green implementation teams as these teams get established; •
AND FURTHER THAT the members attend the official project launch on October 9, 2008
at the Toronto Pearson International Airport CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The Etobicoke- Mimico Watersheds Coalition approved resolution #H12/08 at meeting #2/08,
held on May 22, 2008:
THAT the Partners in Project Green Interim Report be received;
AND FURTHER THAT members of the Eco- Business Action Group
attend the June 10, 2008, municipal and business workshop to provide
input to the final report and assist with the identification of implementation
priorities.
The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Board at their meeting #6/08, held on July 25,
2008, approved the key project findings and directed staff to move forward with project
implementation, including the establishment of the project Steering Committee.
PROJECT DETAILS
In partnership with the Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA), the Region of Peel, the City
of Toronto, the City of Mississauga, and the City of Brampton, TRCA has been working to
develop Partners in Project Green: A Pearson Eco- Business Zone. Partners in Project Green is
an initiative to develop North America's largest eco- business zone on the industrial lands
surrounding Toronto Pearson International Airport (Toronto Pearson).
The project aims to assist existing businesses to improve their financial and environmental
performance, while acting as a catalyst for attracting new eco- economic investment into the
business area. Overall, the goal is to transform the area surrounding Toronto Pearson into an
internationally recognized community known for its competitive, high performance and eco -
friendly business climate.
Partners in Project Green will achieve this goal by working with partners to develop
programming and projects that assist businesses in:
• reducing costs via resource efficiencies (energy, water and waste);
• developing by- product exchanges (one company's waste becomes another's
feedstock); and,
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• promoting eco- economic development (retaining and attracting green investment).
To develop this programming, TRCA worked with its partners to complete the Partners in
Project Green Strategy, which involved in -depth data collection and analysis, and business
consultation process.
The firm of Eco- Industrial Solutions Inc. worked with TRCA, GTAA and municipal staff to
complete the Partners in Project Green Strategy. This work involved a number of activities,
including:
• collection and analysis of data relating to businesses, land -use and resource flows;
• stakeholder consultation;
• identification of eco- industrial opportunities for businesses;
• development of a business model; and,
• completion of a communication and marketing plan.
Partners in Project Green is seen as a business -led initiative and the key to its success lies in
the ability to build business -to- business relationships to share sustainable business practices.
To this end, the process to develop the Partners in Project Green Strategy involved consulting
over 200 businesses through three workshops, an online survey and one -on -one meetings with
TRCA staff.
In addition, staff from all of the partner municipalities, the provincial government (Ministry of
Economic Development and Trade, Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, Ministry of
Small Business and Entrepreneurship, Ministry of the Environment and Ministry of Research
and Innovation) and the federal government (Natural Resources Canada), attended two
additional workshops to offer their input into the development of the Partners in Project Green
Strategy.
Through this consultative process, a significant amount of interest in Partners in Project Green
was generated among both the private and public sectors. This interest translated into 40
businesses indicating their willingness to volunteer to serve on the Partners in Project Green
Steering Committee and a number of other public and private organizations volunteering to sit
on specific project teams that would lead the implementation of initiatives of interest to their
group.
The data analysis involved collecting business inventories, land -use, electricity, natural gas,
potable water, wastewater and transportation information, to develop a geographic information
systems (GIS) database that allowed staff to better understand the flow of resources and
identify opportunities in the Pearson Eco- Business Zone. This data collection and analysis
process was completed to ensure that financial resources are directed to the best
opportunities for financial and environmental improvements.
KEY FINDINGS
Through the data collection and analysis, it was discovered that the Pearson Eco- Business
Zone currently represents:
• over 12,000 hectares of industrial land surrounding Toronto Pearson;
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more than both 350,000 jobs and 12,500 businesses, making it Canada's largest
employment zone, with logistics, aviation, automotive, food processing and plastics
being the largest sectors;
25,000 people already employed in green collar jobs (mainly in energy and waste
management); and
80% of businesses are small -to- medium enterprises (under 500 employees).
This large concentration of businesses and employees provides Partners in Project Green a
perfect platform for the promotion of sustainable business initiatives. In addition to the large
concentration of businesses, there is also a large concentration of businesses implementing
environmental best practices and three LEED (Leadership In Energy and Environmental
Design) buildings have already been built within the Pearson Eco- Business Zone. It was also
revealed that over 180,000 employees are within a 400 m walking distance of green /open
space along the Etobicoke and Mimico creeks. While the natural systems are degraded in the
area, there is an opportunity to restore and expand the natural systems as business amenity.
Beyond this foundation of green business, the Pearson Eco- Business Zone also offers
opportunities for even greater financial and environmental performance, as the area currently
Consumes annually:
• 5.8 million megawatt hours of electricity use (largest consumers manufacturing and
logistics /warehousing);
46,000,000 GJ of natural gas;
108,500,000 m3 of potable water (largest consumption in logistics /warehousing and
food processing);
Total energy costs of $563,000,000.
When combined, these findings represent an opportunity to not only build on the foundation of
green business leadership in the Pearson Eco- Business Zone, but more importantly, to assist
existing companies in improving their financial outlook and their ability to compete in a green
economy.
KEY PRIORITIES
Through consultation with the business community, businesses were asked how Partners in
Project Green could assist them in improving their financial and environmental performance.
The following areas were identified:
Eco- Efficiency - all businesses were interested in finding ways toreduce their resource
consumption;
Resource Re- Utilization Initiative - this topic received the most interest among businesses
and municipalities, as both asked Partners-in Project Green to find ways to assist turning
waste into new revenue streams;
Renewable Energy - there are a number of opportunities for renewable energy production
within the Pearson Eco- Business Zone and businesses were interested in pursuing these
opportunities further;
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Green Business Development - the attraction and retention of businesses through green
economic development was a priority of both municipal and business stakeholders.
FUNDING SUPPORT
Initial funding for Partners in Project Green has come from a number of sources including:
• Greater Toronto Airports Authority (a seven -year commitment);
• Regional Municipality of Peel;
• Woodbine Entertainment Group (a three -year commitment);
• The Federation of Canadian Municipalities.
In -kind contributions of staff and data were provided by:
• City of Toronto;
• City of Brampton;
• City of Mississauga;
• Enbridge Gas;
• CB Richard Ellis.
Additional funding sources are also being explored for specific projects, including financial
assistance from:
• City of Toronto;
• Natural Resources Canada;
• Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs;
• Ontario Ministry of Economic Development and Trade;
• Ontario Ministry of the Environment;
• Ontario Ministry of Research and Innovation;
• Enbridge Gas;
• private sector partners.
The financial model for Partners in Project Green will be developed by the Partners in Project
Green Steering Committee, but the goal will be to generate revenues from a variety of sources,
gradually reducing the need for financial assistance from municipal partners. The types of
funding models being investigated include:
• private enterprise sponsorship;
• fee - for - service;
• royalties.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
The next steps for Partners in Project Green include:
• Publish Partners in Project Green Strategy - the strategy has been reviewed by all
partner municipalities and is currently being finalized by TRCA staff.
• Present project findings to City of Toronto, City of Brampton, City of Mississauga and
Region of Peel councils.
• Establish the Partners in Project Green Steering Committee - a business led steering
committee will be established in August 2008 to begin the implementation of key
priorities identified as part of the Partners in Project Green Strategy.
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Establish Partners in Project Green Project Teams - the steering committee will
establish project teams made up of both public and private stakeholders to implement
priority projects.
Launch Partners in Project Green - a formal launch with public and private sector
partners in early October, 2008 at Toronto Pearson.
RES. #H17/08-
Moved by:
Seconded by:
REPORT FROM COALITION WORK PLAN
PRIORITIES WORKSHOP
Coalition approval of the report from the Coalition work
plan workshop.
Leslie Luxemburger
Leo O'Brien
THAT the final report on Coalition work plan priorities workshop be received for Coalition
approval;
THAT the short term priorities identified in the report be considered by the Coalition
during their current term;
AND FURTHER THAT the report be forwarded by the Coalition to the Community Action
Area groups for their consideration and then report back to the Coalition .... CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition meeting #2108 held on May 22, 2008, a
workshop was held for Coalition members designed to address the areas where greater
effectiveness could be achieved and to identify the priorities for the individual Community
Action Areas.
RES. #H18/08-
Moved by:
Seconded by:
POLICY FOR SUSTAINABLE NEAR -URBAN
AGRICULTURE ON TRCA LANDS
Endorsement of a policy for the use of land owned and
directly managed by Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority (TRCA) for sustainable near -urban agriculture
initiatives.
Leslie Luxemburger
Ken Patterson
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WHEREAS sustainable near -urban agriculture promotes social equity and food security
in communities by providing opportunities for increased accessibility to fresh, healthy
and local foods.
WHEREAS sustainable near -urban agriculture provides opportunities for community
economic development by helping to reduce the number of imports and by creating jobs
and meaningful work for the local people.
WHEREAS sustainable near -urban agriculture reduces our ecological footprint by
providing locally grown, raised and sold food, reducing food miles and greenhouse gas
emissions related to food transportation and helps to reduce the impacts of climate
change. .
WHEREAS sustainable near -urban agriculture can provide a space for celebrating the
cultural diversity of communities by growing a diverse range of crops.
WHEREAS sustainable near -urban agriculture provides a positive influence on adjacent
natural heritage.
WHEREAS sustainable near -urban agriculture complements TRCA's The Living City
vision by participating in growing local foods that contribute to sustainable communities.
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED:
THAT the Draft TRCA Policy for Sustainable Near -Urban Agriculture for lands owned and
directly managed by TRCA, dated September 2008, be endorsed by the Etobicoke - Mimico
Watersheds Coalition;
AND FURTHER THAT the Coalition work with partners to explore opportunities for
sustainable near -urban agriculture projects within the Etobicoke and Mimico
watersheds CARRIED
INFORMATION ITEMS
(a) Letter from Jim Watson, MPP, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, to Coalition
Chair Suzanne Barrett, dated August 18, 2008, re: Growing the Greenbelt Final
Report.
(b) Letter from Minister Jim Watson, MPP, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing to Mr.
Phil Goodwin, Chair of Don Watershed Regeneration Council, dated May 26, 2008,
re: Environmental Reporting and Disclosure Program from the Toronto Public Health.
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RES. #H19/08-
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Don Weatherbe
Leo O'Brien
THAT the above information items be received CARRIED
RES. #H20/08- MALTON ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP PROJECT FINAL
REPORT AND VERBAL REPORT ON THE TRAILS PROJECT
Moved-by:
Seconded by:
Doug McRonney
Cleve Battick
THAT the above information item and verbal report be received CARRIED
RES. #H21/08- BONAR STORMWATER MANAGEMENT FACILITY ENVIRONMENTAL
ASSESSMENT PUBLIC MEETING, OCTOBER 8, 2008.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bob Noble
Mark Taylor
THAT the above information item and verbal report be received CARRIED
RES. #H22/08-
Moved by:
Seconded by:
WORKING GROUP COMMITTEE REPORTS
The minutes of the meetings for the following working groups
are provided for information.
Mark Taylor
Leo O'Brien
THAT the following minutes be received:
• Malton Community Action Group - Verbal Update
• Heart Lake Community Action Group #2/08 (June 4, 2008) CARRIED
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TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 8:35 p.m., on September 18, 2008.
Adele Freeman Brian Denney
Director, Watershed Management Secretary- Treasurer
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THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
MINUTES OF THE ETOBICOKE - MIMICO
WATERSHEDS COALITION #4/08
November 13, 2008
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The Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition met at Black Creek Pioneer Village on November
13, 2008. Suzanne Barrett called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm.
PRESENT
John Abbott Member
Suzanne Barrett . Chair
Cleve Battick. Member
Angela Brooks Member
John Cary. Member
Michael Gusche. Member
Marilyn Hagerman Member
Bruce Haines Member
Mark Head Member
Irene Jones. Member
Jim Laird. Member
Leslie Luxemburger. Member
Jaipaul Massey -Singh Member
Randy McGill Member
Chris McGlynn Member
Doug McRonney. Member
Bob Noble Member
Ken Patterson. Member
Steve Preston. Member
Natalie Salkauskis Member
Mark Taylor. Member
Don Weatherbe. Member
STAFF
Jamie Duncan. Water Resources Data Management Analyst
Sonya Meek. Manager, Watershed Planning
Joanna Parsons. Administrative Assistant, Etobicoke - Mimico
Chris Rickett. Watershed Resources Planner
Chandra Sharma Specialist, Etobicoke - Mimico
Andrew Taylor Hydrogeologist
November 13, 2008
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REGRETS
John Almond Member
Pierre Belanger. Member
Stephanie Crocker. Member
Janice Etter. Member
Larry Giles Member
Susan Jorgenson. Member
Rimi Kalinauskas Member
Tom Mallozzi. Member
Boris Swedak. Member
DELEGATION
(a) Michael Harrison, member of "Citizens Concerned about the Future of the Etobicoke
Waterfront ", made a delegation on Daylighting Jackson, North and Superior Creeks.
Mr. Harrison provided a brief history of the area and opportunities for daylighting the
Jackson Superior and North Creeks within the Lake Ontario drainage area located
between the Etobicoke Creek and Mimico Creek watershed.
R ES. #22/08-
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Irene Jones
Don Weatherbe
THAT the presentation from Michael Harrison on "Daylighting Jackson, North and
Superior Creeks" be received;
THAT the mapping and restoration opportunities for Jackson , North and Superior creeks,
located within the Lake Ontario Drainage Area, be integrated into the Etobicoke and
Mimico Creeks Watershed Plan technical update, as appropriate, by TRCA staff;
THAT the Coalition request TRCA and The City of Toronto to investigate the possibility of
enhancing sections of Superior Creek, as appropriate, through Mimico Waterfront Park
Phase 2 work;
AND FURTHER THAT the Coalition obtain more information and participate in the City of
Toronto's "Etobicoke Waterfront Storm Sewer Outfall (SSO) Study Environmental
Assessment" to look into the possibilities of daylighting Jackson Creek. CARRIED
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RES. #H23/08- MINUTES
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Jim Laird
Leslie Luxemburger
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #3/08, held on, September 18, 2008, be received. CARRIED
PRESENTATIONS
(a) Peel PROPR Natural Heritage Policy Review and the Peel - Caledon Significant
Woodlands and Significant Wildlife Habitat Study
Mark Head, Region of Peel, provided a brief outline of the process and timelines for
Peel's PROPR Natural Heritage Policy Review. Mr. Head also discussed the goal of the
Peel - Caledon Significant Woodlands and Significant Wildlife Habitat Study which was to
bring the Region of Peel's Official Plan in conformity with the Province's Policy
Statement. The study deliverables included the analysis of woodland cover and
guidelines for policy development.
(b) Etobicoke and Mimico Watershed Plan Technical Studies Update
Andrew Taylor, Hydrogeologist, TRCA, provided an update on the Etobicoke - Mimico
Creek Watershed groundwater study. The objective of the groundwater technical
update is to identify regional groundwater aquifer systems; identify significant
groundwater recharge /discharge areas; summarize the water budget parameters;
identify management considerations to maintain existing groundwater recharge; and
identify the hydrogeology of the Mayfield -Heart Lake Wetland Complex Area.
Jamie Duncan, Water- Resources Data Management Analyst, TRCA, provided an update
on baseflow and water use in the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds. The
objective of the baseflow technical study is to interpret the spatial and temporal low flow
regime in the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek watersheds; identify areas of potential
surface water takings; and to identify interdependencies among low flow and
groundwater systems as a basis for further work on aquatic and terrestrial habitats.
November 13, 2008
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RES. #H24/08-
Moved by:
Seconded by:
PARTNERS IN PROJECT GREEN: A PEARSON
ECO- BUSINESS ZONE - APPOINTMENT TO WORKING GROUPS
Appointment of Coalition members to Partners in Project Green project
teams.
Mark Taylor
Leslie Luxemburger
THAT the staff report on Partners in Project Green Steering Committee and project teams
be received for information;
THAT the Partners in Project Green Steering Committee Terms of Reference, as
appended, be received for information;
THAT Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition members are encouraged to participate on
one or more of the Partners in Project Green project teams.
AND FURTHER THAT the appointments be confirmed prior to the first meeting of the
Partners in Project Green Steering Committee on January 15, 2009, and brought back to
the Coalition at meeting #1/09 on February 19, 2009. CARRIED
BACKGROUND
At Authority Meeting #6/08, held on July 25, 2008, the Board approved the establishment of a
Steering Committee and its Terms of Reference to begin implementing key priorities for the
project.
More recently, at Authority Meeting #7/08, held on October 24, 2008, the Board approved the
following recommendations:
...THAT the amended Section 5 of the Terms of Reference for the
Partners in Project Green Steering Committee, as outlined in the
Staff report, be approved;
AND FURTHER THAT the Partners in Project Green Steering
Committee members, as listed be approved;
The amendment to the Terms of Reference was to invite the Chair of the Etobicoke - Mimico
Watersheds Coalition or designate to participate on the Steering Committee. This was
recommended by staff to reflect the relationship and participation from the Etobicoke - Mimico
Watersheds Coalition.
The following business and municipal representatives have agreed to serve on the Partners in
Project Green Steering Committee:
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Business Representatives
• Toby Lennox, Vice President, Corporate Affairs and Communications,•GTAA
• John Coyne, Vice President, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary, Unilever
• Jane Holmes, Vice President, Corporate Affairs, Woodbine Entertainment Group
• Neil Lacheur, Vice President, Property Management, Bentall Real Estate
• Ferg Devins, Vice President, Government and Public Affairs, Molson
• Ernie Springolo, Country Head, Bayer Material Science, Bayer Inc.
• Anne Tennier, Vice President, Environmental Affairs, Maple Leaf Foods
• Eric Lange, President, Lange Transportation
• Mark O'Connor, Director, Security and Compliance, Kuehne and Nagel
• Mike Brandt, Chief Financial Officer, Monteco Group, representing Ontario Environment
Industry Association
• Blair Wolk, Project Manager, Orlando Corporation
• Darryl Neate, Manager of Sustainable Programs, Oxford Properties
• Carmen McClelland, President, Brampton Board of Trade
• Ian Howcroft, Vice President, Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters Association
• Dan Pastoric, Executive Vice President and Chief Operation Officer, Enersource
• Bob Griesbach, Director of Business Consulting, Hatch Energy, representing
Mississauga Board of Trade
• Walter Kraus, Senior Director, Environmental Affairs, George Weston Ltd.
• Lenard Foster, Vice President, Toronto Operations, Canadian Tire Retail
Political /Municipal Representatives
• Suzan Hall, Councillor, City of Toronto
• Maja Prentice, Councillor, City of Mississauga
• Eve Adams, Councillor, Region of Peel /Alternate: Chief Administrative Officer or the
Commissioner of Environment, Transportation and Planning Services, Region of Peel
• Gael Miles, Councillor, City of Brampton /Alternate: Sandra Flames, Councillor, City of
Brampton
TRCA
• Brian Denney, Chief Administrative Officer
Representatives from the federal and provincial governments and two more business
representatives are yet to be confirmed. The first meeting of the Steering Committee is
scheduled for Thursday, January 15, 2009 at the Woodbine Racetrack.
Progress Update and Project Launch
Staff presentations to partner municipalities were very well received and Partners in Project
Green was officially launched on October 9, 2008. The event featured a reception with over
250 business and government representatives in attendance: The evening included remarks
from project founding partners and greetings form various levels of government, including, the
Honourable John Gerretsen, Ontario Minister of the Environment and the Honourable Donna
Cansfield, Ontario Minister of Natural Resources.
November 13, 2008
ETOBICOKE - MIMICO WATERSHEDS COALITION #4/08 H31
The Partners in Project Green Strategy has been posted on the project website
( www .partnersinprojectgreen.com). Over 400 downloads were reported during the first week.
Support continues to grow with new funding commitments from both the government (Natural
Resources Canada) and the private sector. Woodbine Entertainment Group has recently
confirmed their funding support toward a green job development program for the project area.
NEXT STEPS
Partners in Project Green is now moving into the implementation stage of key priorities
identified in the Partners in Project Green Strategy. Implementation will be driven by project
teams comprised of both public and private sector representatives with an interest in the
specific areas.
The following project teams are being established:
Eco- Efficiency Team
Every business wants to find opportunities for cost savings in their processes — this Project
Team will work to identify and deliver programming to help businesses to promote energy,
water and waste conservation.
Green Purchasing Block Team
Power in numbers is the essence of this project team - by pursuing the procurement of green
technologies (Le. HVAC, lighting, solar panels, etc.) as a group through Partners in Project
Green, local businesses will be able to take advantage of reduced prices for green
technologies. This Project Team will develop and coordinate green purchasing opportunities.
Green Building Retrofit Team
Over. 75% of the properties in the Pearson Eco- Business Zone are leased or are multi- tenant
buildings. This presents a challenge to implementing green opportunities, but also an
opportunity to green the market quicker due to the concentration land ownership. This project
team will bring together large property owners, property management firms and the Clinton
Foundation, to identify ways to lower owner and tenant costs, improve the marketability of
properties and realize environmental benefits.
By- Product Reutilization Team
Waste is an issue every business must deal with, but it also presents an economic opportunity.
By facilitating by- product exchanges, assisting in the development of new by- product markets,
and working with companies to reduce their waste generation, this project team will work to
develop opportunities for turning one company's waste into another company's feedstock.
Airport Vicinity District Energy Team
The Pearson Eco- Business Zone currently features four electricity generating stations that have
steam as a by- product. This steam is an untapped resource that could be used by local
businesses for heating and cooling, but also for manufacturing processes. This project team
will investigate, develop and look to implement an airport vicinity district energy system.
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Green Business Retention & Attraction Team
One goal of Partners in Project Green is to turn the Pearson Eco- Business Zone into the place
to do green business globally. This means working with the existing major sectors to make
them the greenest in their class globally, but also attracting new green companies that
complement these sectors and enhance the diversity and durability of the business area. This
project team will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to retain and '
attract green job investments in the Pearson Eco- Business Zone.
Green Transportation Solutions
The Pearson Eco- Business Zones presents an abundance of transportation options and
routes. However, the need to improve transportation flow and reduce congestion has been
identified by both private and public stakeholders. This project team will work on alternative
employee commuting options in partnership with Smart Commute and Metrolinx.
Business Park Benchmarking
There are 23 business parks within the Pearson Eco- Business Zone with varying degrees of
development patterns — this project team will look to develop sustainability indicators (ie.
energy, waste, water, development patterns, etc.) and compare business parks throughout the
Pearson Eco- Business Zone. The goal of this initiative will be to highlight best practices for
business park development and operations.
Marketing and Networking Team
This project team will focus on developing and implementing strategies to promote Partners in
Project Green initiatives to businesses within the Pearson Eco- Business Zone and to the
broader community.
Green Job Corp Team
This project team will focus on developing linkages between the surrounding residential
communities (e.g., Rexdale and Malton) and businesses in the Pearson Eco- Business Zone,
with a focus on developing new green job opportunities for residents.
Interested members of the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition are encouraged to
participate in one ore more of thQ project teams listed above.
RES. #H25/08-
Moved by:
Seconded by:
ETOBICOKE - MIMICO WATERSHEDS COALITION 2009
MEETING SCHEDULE
A schedule of meeting dates for the Etobicoke - Mimico
Watersheds Coalition.
Chris McGlynn
John Abbott
November 13, 2008
ETOBICOKE - MIMICO WATERSHEDS COALITION #4/08 H33
THAT the following meeting dates for the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition
scheduled for 2009 be approved:
2009 DATES
#1/09 Thursday, February 19, 2009
#2109 Thursday, May 21, 2009
AND FURTHER THAT the meetings be held at the Black Creek Pioneer Village Visitors
Centre, unless otherwise noted NOT CARRIED
AMENDMENT
RES. #26/08-
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Chris McGlynn
John Abbott
THAT the following meeting dates for the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition
scheduled for 2009 be approved:
2009 DATES
#1/09 Thursday, February 12, 2009
#2/09 Thursday, May 21, 2009
AND FURTHER THAT the meetings be held at the Black Creek Pioneer Village Visitors
Centre, unless otherwise noted CARRIED
RATIONALE
A schedule of meetings is proposed to assist the Coalition. A random sample of municipalities
were contacted to avoid choosing meeting dates that may conflict with municipal council
meetings within the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds. Meeting will be held on the third
Thursday of the month quarterly.
Only two meetings are proposed for 2009 at this time as the Coalition completes its second
term in May 2009.
TRCA will provide meeting space to the Coalition on a regular basis at the Black Creek Pioneer
Village Visitors Centre. This location is central to the watershed and easily accessible.
However, the Coalition is encouraged to have meetings at various locations throughout the
watershed. Suggestions for other meeting locations are welcome. Community Action Areas
(CAA) will continue to meet beyond May 2009.
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RES. #H27/08-
Moved by:
Seconded by:
MEMBERSHIP CHANGES TO THE ETOBICOKE- MIMICO
WATERSHEDS COALITION
Recommended changes to Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition
membership.
Jaipaul Massey -Singh
Irene Jones
THAT Steve Preston be added as a City of Brampton Resident;
THAT Natalie Salkauskis, be added as a City of Toronto Resident;
THAT Carol McKay be replaced by Angela Brooks - Rideout as the Humber Bay Shores
Association representative.
AND FURTHER THAT the new members represent the Coalition on the following
subcommittees:
Steve Preston - Heart Lake Community Action Group, and the Eco- Business
Action Group;
Natalie Salkauskis - South Etobicoke Community Action Area;
Angela Brooks - Rideout - South Mimico Community Action Area. CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Carol MacKay from the Humber Bay Shores Association has requested that her name be
removed from the Coalition membership as she is moving out of the area. Ms. MacKay has
recommended that Angela Brooks - Rideout act as her replacement.
Both Natalie Salkauskis and Steve Preston come highly recommended by Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority staff to join the Coalition as resident representatives due to their
extensive knowledge, work experience and interest in the Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks
Watershed. Steve Preston recently retired after serving the City of Brampton as a Supervisor
and Acting Director for Park Operations and Maintenance. Steve has been a long time
supporter of TRCA's work and has been actively involved' in many restoration projects. Natalie
Salkauskis, as an employee of RJ Burnside, has worked on a variety of projects that focused
on wastewater collection, treatment and disposal designs. Natalie will bring valuable technical
knowledge to the Coalition.
November 13, 2008
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INFORMATION ITEMS
(a) Etobicoke Creek Headwaters Subwatershed Study Synthesis Report.
(b) Letter from Phil Goodwin, Chair, Don Watershed Regeneration Council, to Greg
Mouchian, Ministry of Environment, dated October 10, 2008, re: "A Toxic Reduction
Strategy for Ontario" - EBR Registry No. 010 -4374.
(c) Bonar Stormwater Management Facility Environmental Assessment Public Meeting
- verbal update by Don Weatherbe.
RES. #H28/08-
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Doug McRonney
Ken Patterson
THAT the above information items be received CARRIED
RES. #H29/08-
Moved by:
Seconded by:
WORKING GROUP COMMITTEE REPORTS
The minutes of the meetings for the following working groups
are provided for information.
Chris McGlynn
Mark Taylor
THAT the following minutes be received:
• Heart Lake Community Action Group #3108 (September 3, 2008)
• South Mimico Community Action Area #3108 (October 7, 2008)...,..... CARRIED
NEW BUSINESS
Sam Smith Park
Irene Jones introduced Citizens Concerned for the Future of Etobicoke Waterfront's
(CCFEW's) plans to preserve the woodlot in Sam Smith Park. TRCA staff asked to bring any
further information to the committee and send to Coalition members via email.
Coalition Representation on Skateboard Park Selection Committee
Irene Jones advised the Coalition that a local committee was being struck regarding a
proposed skateboard park to be located in Councillor Grimes Ward. Irene offered to represent
the Coalition on the committee.
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RES. #H30/08-
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bob Noble
Leslie Luxemburger
THAT Irene Jones represent the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition on the skate
board park selection committee. CARRIED
Condominium Development on Toronto Waterfront
An application has been submitted to build a new condominium on the waterfront. There is
concern for loss of greenspace. TRCA is aware of the proposed project. Chandra Sharma
was asked to look into the issue and report back to the Coalition.
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 9:15 p.m., on November 13, 2008.
Adele Freeman Brian Denney
Director, Watershed Management Secretary- Treasurer
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