HomeMy WebLinkAboutEtobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition 2010THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
MINUTES OF THE ETOBICOKE - MIMICO WATERSHEDS COALITION #1/10 H1
March 25, 2010
The Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition met at Black Creek Pioneer Village on March 25,
2010. Gerri Lynn O'Connor, Chair of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA)
called the meeting to order at 6:40 p.m.
PRESENT
Brian Bailey Member
Suzanne Barrett Member
Debora Bielecki Member
Dennis Bradley Member
Angela Brooks Member
Marilyn Campbell Member
Eddie Colacchio Member
Adam DeSouza Member
Janice Etter Member
Jon Gee Member
Michael Gusche Member
Marilyn Hagerman Member
Irene Jones Member
Jim Laird Member
Jaipaul Massey -Singh Member
Steve McElroy Member
Chris McGlynn Member
Doug McRonney Member
Korice Moir Member
Bob Noble Member
Gerri Lynn O'Connor Chair of TRCA
Mark Taylor Member
Natalie Salkauskis Member
Rudy Wiens Member
STAFF
Dennis Braun TRCA
Vince D'Elia TRCA
Laurian Farrell TRCA
Adele Freeman TRCA
Janette Harvey City of Toronto
Mark Head Region of Peel
Michael Hoy City of Brampton
Leilani Lee -Yates Region of Peel
Sonya Meek TRCA
Alexandra Papaiconomou TRCA
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Joanna Parsons TRCA
Chris Rickett TRCA
Chandra Sharma TRCA
Jessica Skup City of Brampton
Sylvia Waters TRCA
GUESTS
Don Ford TRCA
Rosemary Keenan Heart Lake Project Team
Paul Chalak Member of the Public
REGRETS
Laurel Broten Member
John Cary Member
Janice Etter Member
Bruce Haines Member
Susan Jorgenson Member
Randy McGill Member
Peter Milczyn Member
Leo O'Brien Member
Owen Russell Member
Boris Swedak Member
Allan Thompson Member
INTRODUCTION AND WELCOMING REMARKS
Gerri -Lynn O'Connor, Chair, TRCA, thanked everyone for their commitment to the Etobicoke
and Mimico Watersheds and stated that TRCA needs assistance from volunteer committees
such as the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition to achieve TRCA's vision of healthy rivers
and shorelines, regional biodiversity and sustainable communities.
Chandra Sharma, Watersheds Specialist, Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds, Toronto and Region
Conservation, introduced herself and welcomed the members of the Etobicoke - Mimico
Watersheds Coalition.
Everyone in attendance introduced themselves.
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF
Don Ford, filling in for Tim Sturgeon, representing Brampton Scouts, declared conflict of
interest as Don is a staff member of TRCA and will not have voting authority.
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MEMBER'S BRIEFING
Chandra Sharma gave a brief introduction to the Toronto and Region Conservation including
its vision, geographic boundaries and the makeup of the TRCA Board and provided an
overview of the contents of the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition Briefing Binder. The
briefing binder is designed to be a useful resource tool for members and is divided into the
following main categories:
o History of Conservation Authorities
o Information on Toronto and Region Conservation
o The Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds,
o Contacts
o Other Useful Information, and
o Appendices.
PRESENTATIONS
1. Etobicoke - Mimico Watershed Plan Technical Update
Sonya Meek, Manager, Watershed Planning, TRCA made a presentation on the
Etobicoke - Mimico Watershed Plan Technical Update. The presentation focused on the
following:
o Highlights of Etobicoke - Mimico watersheds characteristics
o Land Use
o Heavily urbanized
o Because of the heavy industrial land use, there is a bigger chance
of chemicals entering the water system through surface runoff
o Terrestrial Natural Heritage
o There is only 12% natural cover
o Goal is to increase to 14% (to improve connectivity)
o Aquatic Component
o Groundwater
o Technical Update
o Reinforces previous recommendations with new science
2. Region of Peel Climate Change Strategy
Leilani Lee - Yates, Principle Planner, Region of Peel, made a presentation on the Region
of Peel Climate Change Strategy. The presentation focused on the following:
o Overview (Peel statistics, overall objectives)
o Summary (4 main impacts to Peel Region)
o Risks (extreme weather)
o Next Steps (1 - workshop to develop background documents on
mitigation and adaptation, 2 - aiming to complete report by fall 2010)
3. Remedial Action Plan
Jon Gee, Manager, Great Lakes Areas of Concern, Environment Canada and Member
of the Coalition provided a very informative presentation on the Remedial Action Plan.
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Environment Canada is working with Ontario to remediate Areas of Concern (AOC)
along the Canadian side of Lake Ontario. Currently, there are ten AOC in Canada, five
additional AOC shared by Canada and United States, and two have been delisted. The
major concern with Toronto is the stormwater combined sewer outfalls (not industry
issues as other AOC). A big hindrance to successfully delisting Toronto from the AOC
list is cost. It is estimated that it will cost between $500 million to $1 billion to rectify
Toronto's stormwater issues.
RES. #H1/10
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Election of Chair and Vice -Chair
Election of a Chair and Vice -Chair for the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds
Coalition.
Rosemary Keenan
Doug McRonney
THAT Suzanne Barrett be appointed as Chair of the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds
Coalition;
AND FURTHER THAT Irene Jones be appointed as Vice -Chair of the Etobicoke - Mimico
Watersheds Coalition.
CARRIED
NOMINATIONS
Suzanne Barrett was nominated by Mark Taylor for Chair of the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds
Coalition and accepted.
Irene Jones was nominated by Chris McGlynn for Vice -Chair of the Etobicoke - Mimico
Watersheds Coalition and accepted.
BACKGROUND
The Terms of Reference for the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition, dated November 2009
and adopted by the Authority at Meeting #9/09 held on November 27, 2009 by Resolution
#A207/09, includes the following provision:
Attachment 3, Section 7.0 - Selection of Chair and Vice Chair. The Chair and Vice Chair
will be elected by the Watersheds Coalition from the membership. The Authority may
appoint an interim Chair until such time that an election can take place. The Chair and
Vice Chair will also be ex- officio members of all working committees.
Election Process
Nominations for Chair and Vice -Chair will be accepted followed by a show of hands. A formal
election by ballot for Chair and Vice -Chair of the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition will be
held only if necessary.
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RES. #H2/10
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Project Team /Subcommittee Structure and Nomination of Members
Establishing the structure and membership of the Etobicoke - Mimico
Watersheds Coalition (Coalition) subcommittees and Project Teams.
Marilyn Hagerman
Irene Jones
THAT the following subcommittees and project team structure be adopted for the
Etobicoke- Mimico Watersheds Coalition, 2010 -2012;
AND FURTHER THAT the attached subcommittee and project team membership for the
Coalition, 2010 -2012, be adopted.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The proposed subcommittee and project team structure was recommended by the former
Coalition based on an evaluation of its second term. Two types of subcommittee and project
teams are proposed:
a) Subcommittees /project team of the Coalition to work on watershed -wide projects
and matters of concern across TRCA jurisdiction;
b) Project- specific teams tasked with implementing Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks
Watersheds priorities at the community level through specific site level projects.
These teams will be established, as required, for large scale integrated projects
only.
The following subcommittees and project teams are proposed for the current term (2010 -2012)
of the Coalition:
1. Chair's Committee
Chairs Committee will be responsible for the following tasks:
• Act as a spokesperson for the Coalition;
• Work with staff in setting priorities for Coalition meetings; and
• Provide leadership and communication among Coalition project teams.
Chairs committee will meet three weeks prior to the Coalition meeting or as required by the
Chair or staff. The Committee would meet either in- person or by teleconference. This
Committee will be comprised of four members including Coalition Chair and Vice Chair.
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2. Watershed Planning and Policy Team
Watershed Planning and Policy Team will be responsible for the following tasks:
• Advise on Watershed Plan implementation priorities;
• Work with other watershed groups to develop a regional scale report card (TRCA Living
City Report Card);
• Advise and assist with Toronto Remedial Action Plan priorities etc.;
• Work with other TRCA watershed /waterfront groups such as the Don Watershed
Regeneration Council and the Humber Watershed Alliance to review and comment on
jurisdiction -wide planning and policy issues related to the protection of TRCA
watersheds; and
• Assist staff with urban agriculture related priorities in the watershed, as required.
Watershed Planning and Policy Team will meet only on an "as required' basis. The team would
meet either in- person or by teleconference. This Team will be comprised of up to eight
members including Coalition Chair and Vice Chair.
3. Communications and Marketing Team
The Communications and Marketing Team will be responsible for the following tasks:
• Enhance the profile and branding of Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition;
• Assist staff in the development and management of web -based conservation network,
including youth engagement through social media;
• Assist staff with the development of materials, resources, and tools to engage youth and
residents;
• Assist.with the development of Creek Time newsletter and other watershed e- updates;
• Provide effective program and communication support to events and projects
recommended by the Coalition; and
• Work with the Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto to solicit support for
watershed programs.
Communication and Marketing team will work closely with other subcommittees and project
teams of the Coalition. This team will be comprised of up to eight members including Coalition
Chair and Vice - Chair. Project Team would meet either in- person or by teleconference as
required.
4. Sherway Valley Trail and Restoration Project Team
This project is located in the City of Toronto, near the intersection of Sherway Drive and The
West Mall, in the Etobicoke Creek Valley. The Sherway Trail Project Team will work with TRCA
staff and the City of Toronto to implement the objectives set out in the watershed report card
for the Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks watersheds, primarily focusing on implementing the
Sherway Trail Plan. Specifically, the team will:
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• Provide input and advise on trail design and restoration plans;
• Help raise community awareness and engagement;
• Solicit new members from the local community to work with the Project Team;
• Organize events to assist with implementation of restoration priorities;
• Provide ongoing maintenance of the site (including ongoing tree and shrub
maintenance, terrestrial and aquatic monitoring of restoration projects and invasive
species management);
• Help raise funds for stewardship and restoration efforts;
• Help develop interpretive signage; and
• Assist with planning and implementation of other opportunities, as appropriate.
This Project Team will have a minimum of eight people consisting of Coalition and community
members. Additional members (up to a maximum of 12 people) may be appointed to the
Project Team. Project Team Chair or staff will update the Coalition on a regular basis on the
progress of the team and new appointments. Project Team would meet either in- person or by
teleconference as required.
5. Heart Lake Project Team
The focus area for this Project Team will be the Heart Lake Conservation Area, located at 18181
Heart Lake Road in the City of Brampton. The Heart Lake Project Team will work with TRCA
and the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition to implement the Heart Lake Conservation
Area Master Plan and objectives set out in the watershed report card for the Etobicoke and
Mimico Creeks watersheds. The primary focus for this Project Team will be on restoration and
stewardship initiatives at Heart Lake Conservation Area. Specifically, the Team will:
• Provide input to the planning and implementation of capital projects identified in the
Heart Lake Master Plan;
• Organize volunteer events to increase environmental awareness;
• Implement restoration priorities;
• Assist with the planning and implementation of Peel Children's Water Festival;
• Provide ongoing maintenance at the Medicine Wheel Garden and other restoration
projects (including ongoing tree and shrub maintenance, terrestrial and aquatic
monitoring of restoration projects and invasive species management);
• Help raise funds for stewardship and restoration efforts;
• Help develop interpretive signage; and
• Plan and implement other opportunities, as appropriate.
This Project Team will have a minimum of eight people consisting of Coalition and community
members. Additional members (up to a maximum of 12) may be appointed to the project Team
on an ongoing basis. The Project Team Chair or staff will update the Coalition on a regular
basis on the progress of the team and new appointments. Project Team would meet either in-
person or by teleconference as required.
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6. Sustainable Neighbourhood Retrofit Action Plan (SNAP) Project Team
The County Court neighbourhood is located northeast of Hwy 407 and Hurontario Street in the
Etobicoke Creek watershed, City of Brampton. This SNAP is part of a pilot program across the
TRCA's jurisdiction aimed at creating local action plans to prepare existing neighbourhoods for
climate change and transform them to become more environmentally sustainable. It will identify
and showcase neighbourhood projects and initiatives for improved rain water management,
increased trees and wildlife, and conservation of energy and drinking water across both public
and private lands. Specifically, the Project Team will:
• Provide input and advise during the development of County Court SNAP Action Plan;
• Help identify innovative ways to engage the County Court neighbourhood in the
development of a SNAP;
• Assist with planning and delivery of events; and
• As neighbourhood retrofit projects are identified and the SNAP is fully developed,
members of this team will promote the SNAP to partners across the watershed, as well
as look for opportunities for public and private sector partnerships in support of the
recommended SNAP actions.
This Project Team will have a minimum of eight people consisting of Coalition and community
members. Additional members (up to a maximum of 12 people) may be appointed to the
project Team on an ongoing basis. Project Team Chair or staff will update the Coalition on a
regular basis on the progress of the team and new appointments. Project Team would meet
either in- person or by teleconference as required.
7. Vallevbrook Green Project Team
The Valleybrook project has been initiated through an Ontraio Trillium Foundation Grant. The
project will facilitate a multi -year community engagement program focusing on the Valleybrook
community surrounding the Etobicoke Creek valley between Sandalwood Partkway and
Williams Parkway, a reach spanning more than 4kms. This project will help achieve community
engagement objectives set out in the watershed report card for the Etobicoke and Mimico
Creeks watersheds. Specifically, the Project Team will:
• Assist staff with the development of a work plan for project delivery;
• Assist with the development and implementation of programs to encourage the
community to participate in lot level storm water management, backyard
naturalization, trails appreciation etc.;
• Help engage community;
• Help develop interpretive signage; and
• Plan and implementation of other opportunities, as appropriate.
This Project Team will have a minimum of eight people consisting of Coalition and community
members. Additional members (up to a maximum of 12 people) may be appointed to the
project Team on an ongoing basis. Team members will work with an advisory committee
comprised of Project Collaborative. Project Team Chair or staff will update the Coalition on a
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regular basis on the progress of the team and new appointments. Project Team would meet
either in- person, by teleconference, or as required by the terms of the Trillium Foundation
Grant.
8. West Deane Restoration Project Team
This project is located along Mimico Creek, City of Toronto. The West Deane Restoration
Project Team will work with TRCA, City of Toronto and the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds
Coalition to implement the objectives set out in the watershed report card for the Etobicoke and
Mimico Creeks watersheds through the West Deane Restoration project. Specifically, the Team
will:
• Assist with the development and implementation of a multi -year restoration and
stewardship plan for West Deane Park;
• Help raise community awareness and engagement;
• Solicit new members from the local community to work with the Project Team;
• Organize events to assist with implementation of restoration priorities;
• Provide ongoing maintenance of the site (including ongoing tree and shrub
maintenance, Terrestrial and aquatic monitoring of restoration projects and invasive
species management);
• Help raise funds for stewardship and restoration efforts;
• Help develop interpretive signage; and
• Assist with ,planning and implementation of other opportunities, as appropriate.
This Project Team will have a minimum of eight people consisting of Coalition and community
members. Additional members (up to a maximum of 12 people) maybe appointed to the
project Team on an ongoing basis. Project Team Chair or staff will update the Coalition on a
regular basis on the progress of the team and new appointments. Project Team would meet
either in- person or by teleconference as required.
9. Other Project Teams
Initiatives related to Industrial Commercial and Institutional sector (101) priorities within the
Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks Watersheds are currently being lead by the Partners in Project
Green Steering Committee and Project Teams.
Other subcommittees and project teams may be established by the Coalition as needed during
the Term of the Coalition.
Beyond the above mentioned project teams, members of the Coalition are encouraged to
familiarize themselves with other TRCA watershed restoration projects in the Etobicoke and
Mimico Creeks Watersheds and participate as required.
WORK TO BE DONE
• All Coalition members to be assigned to a subcommittee or project team. Members can
join more than one committee if they wish. In cases where members have not selected
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their group, staff will assign an appropriate group for the member based on their
experience and interest submitted with their original application.
• Subcommittees and Project Teams to develop their work plan.and meeting schedules.
RES.#H3/1 0
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Appointment to the Living City Report Card Subcommittee
To outline the nature of the Living City Report Card and appoint a
Coalition representative to the Living City Report Card Sub - Committee.
Jim Laird
Korice Moir
THAT Irene Jones and Debora Bielecki of the Planning and Policy Project Team be
appointed to the TRCA's Living,City Report Card Subcommittee to work on the region -
wide report card in conjunction with the Don Watershed Council and Humber Watershed
Alliance members.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
TRCA, in collaboration with its municipal partners and stakeholders is preparing The Living City
Report Card on the state of environmental health within its jurisdiction, which includes nine
watersheds and the Lake Ontario waterfront. TRCA is mandated to do such work under the
auspices of the Conservation Authorities Act 1946 to ensure the conservation, restoration and
responsible management of Ontario's water, land and natural habitats. The intent is to
effectively communicate conditions in accordance with The Living City objectives for TRCA's
jurisdiction which includes the City of Toronto and part of the Regions of Peel, York and
Durham, Town of Mono and Township of Adjala - Tosorontio.
In the recent past, TRCA developed individual report cards for the Etobicoke, Mimico, Humber,
Don, Rouge, Duffins and Carruthers watersheds in order to provide a detailed assessment of
the health of the watersheds. Periodically, brief watershed report cards will continue to be
produced by TRCA to communicate regional monitoring data and other relevant information on
watershed conditions. With these report cards well established, a consolidated jurisdictional
scale Report Card has been requested.
Project Overview
The Living City Report Card will provide a high level snapshot of how TRCA leads, partners and
influences work aimed at achieving sustainable city region. It will communicate jurisdictional
conditions and efforts using indicators, measures and targets established by watershed
management strategies and supporting technical documents. The results will not only be of
value as a self assessment of TRCA's work, but will also complement municipal State of the
Environment reports and objectives.
There will be a maximum of 13 indicators, which will be organized according to The Living City
objectives: healthy rivers and shorelines, regional biodiversity, sustainable communities and
biodiversity. The final indicators will represent the watersheds and waterfront. Each indicator
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will also discuss climate change impacts and adaptation, and human health implications. The
indicators will specifically present:
• Measures for gauging progress or conditions;
• Trends showing an improvement or decline in conditions;
• Action(s) that TRCA leads;
• Action(s) that TRCA is influencing but led by others;
• Highlights of good news and bad news;
• Targets; and
• Key next steps on how to reach the target.
The project will deliver a short, crisp report (approximately 20 -30 pages) that will be easy to
understand, focus attention on key issues, provide solutions to problems and stimulate action.
In addition, background technical materials will be available through TRCA and partner
organizations to support the report card and provide more detailed information.
The target audience for The Living City Report Card will be:
• Regional and local municipalities;
• Provincial and federal agencies;
• Community groups;
• Businesses; and
• General public.
Partnerships and Collaboration
In developing the The Living City Report Card, consultations will be held with a wide range of
stakeholders to assist in scoping the project, identifying and evaluating indicators, data
collection and promoting the final product. Staff will consult with municipal partners, various
provincial government agencies, academics, Non - governmental Organizations (NGOs) and
TRCA watershed taskforces. A working committee comprised of TRCA technical staff will also
be established to guide the project.
Indicators
Based on a review of indicator reports and sustainability strategies, 13 potential Living City
Report Card indicators have been selected and are presented in Attachment 1 for discussion.
A list of potential measures for each of the 13 indicators has also been developed for
discussion and is presented on the table below.
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Potential Indicator
1 Potential Measures
Healthy Rivers and Shorelines
Surface Water Quality
Levels of phosphorus, chloride, bacteria
Waterfront Aquatics
Fish communities /cladophera
Flood Risk Management
Change in flood risk over time; ratio of base flow
to average annual flow
Regional Biodiversity
Natural Cover
Per cent natural cover
Fish, Birds, Plants
Number of species
Urban Forest
Per cent tree canopy in urban boundary
Education
Per cent of students participating in outdoor
education programs
Sustainable Communities
Green Buildings /Technology
Green building construction; energy star homes;
LEED [new developments vs. retrofits}
Energy
Energy use per capita; carbon foot print
Local Food /Urban Agriculture
Protected prime agricultural land; total value of
direct farmer -to consumer sales within each
locale;
amount of LFP certified food; food literacy
Cultural Heritage
Heritage resources
Greenspace
Hectares of public land versus other regions;
hectares per 100, 000 people
Business Excellence
Conservation Goods and Services
Dollar value of forests, wetland, other natural
features per jurisdiction; investment in watershed
management
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE:
1. Project Scoping: December, 2009 - April, 2010
• Identify and meet with agencies /stakeholders
• Establish internal working group committee
• Finalize list of indicators and measures
• Identify data sources
2. Data Collection and Analysis: April 2010 -June 2010
• Compile data on each indicator
• Define indicator trends
• Prepare technical support documents
3. Report Preparation: June 2010 - December 2011
• Hire a writer /editor
• Report writing and editing
• Select printer /distribution method (i.e., newspaper, print, online).
• Prepare report card design and layout options
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4. Final Draft Report and Marketing and Promotion: June 2010 - December 2010
• Report design and layout (internal)
• Develop engagement, communications and media plan
• Prepare and launch social media (Facebook/Twitter page)
• Prepare contents for TRCA website
• Organize report card launch
• Present final draft report to the Authority for approval on November 26, 2010
• Send report card to print /develop online web -based tool
5. Report Card Launch: February 2011
• Prepare media release
• Launch TRCA website
• Launch report card
RES. #H4 /10
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks Watersheds Technical Update
Release of final draft report of the Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks
Watersheds Technical Update.
Irene Jones
Mark Taylor
THAT the Etobicoke and Mimico Watersheds Coalition assist TRCA in implementing the
recommendations of the Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks Watersheds Technical Update
report;
THAT Coalition members use the new information in the Technical Update to inform and
guide ongoing implementation activities, where opportunities arise;
AND FURTHER THAT Coalition members assist TRCA in communicating and
disseminating the findings and recommendations from the Technical Update.
AMENDMENT #1
RES.#H5/1 0
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Irene Jones
Mark Taylor
THAT the Planning and Policy Team participate in the the review of the Technical Update.
THE AMENDMENT WAS CARRIED
THE MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED
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THE RESULTANT MOTION READS AS FOLLOWS:
THAT the Planning and Policy Team participate in the review of the Technical Update;
THAT the Etobicoke and Mimico Watersheds Coalition assist TRCA in implementing the
recommendations of the Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks Watersheds Technical Update
report;
THAT Coalition members use the new information in the Technical Update to inform and
guide ongoing implementation activities, where opportunities arise;
AND FURTHER THAT Coalition members assist TRCA in communicating and
disseminating the findings and recommendations from the Technical Update.
BACKGROUND
In the Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks Watersheds, new technical information has emerged since
publication of the watershed revitalization strategy Greening Our Watersheds: A Strategy for the
Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds (TRCA, 2002). A more recent report, Turning over a
new leaf: The Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks Watersheds Report Card (TRCA, 2006), identified
the need for additional information to address specific data gaps. To address these
deficiencies and provide a more informed basis for future watershed decisions, the Toronto
and Region Conservation Authority initiated a Technical Update study in 2008. This Technical
Update serves three purposes:
1. Compile new or updated technical information;
2. Characterize current conditions and issues; and
3. Update the strategic management recommendations and implementation priorities for
these watersheds.
The final report consolidates and integrates updated information in the following areas:
• Groundwater quantity and quality
• Surface water quantity
o Baseflow and water use
o Stormwater management and streamflow
• Fluvial geomorphology
• Surface water quality
• Aquatic system and Instream Barriers to Fish Passage
• Terrestrial natural heritage
Presentations on the technical findings and recommendations for all technical components,
with the exception of stormwater management and streamflow and fluvial geomorphology,
were brought to Coalition meetings for comment during 2008 and 2009.
A complete final draft report is being released in March, 2010 for review (see Attachment 1 -
Executive Summary). Copies of the report will be available upon request following the Coalition
meeting. A meeting is scheduled for March 4, 2010 with municipal and agency staff to present
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and discuss the report. Pending review comments, TRCA aims to finalize the report and seek
Authority approval in May 2010.
This updated technical information is meant to inform the ongoing implementation of policies
and programs by TRCA and its partners.
RES.#H6/1 0
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Climate Change Strategy for the Geographic Region of Peel
To brief members on the Climate Change Strategy for the Geographic
Region of Peel.
Jaipaul Massey -Singh
Rosemary Keenan
THAT presentation given by Regional Municipality of Peel be received for information;
AND FURTHER THAT members of the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition, residing
within the Region of Peel attend future stakeholder workshops (date and location TBD) to
provide further input to the Strategy.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The City of Brampton, Town of Caledon, Credit Valley Conservation Authority (CVC), City of
Mississauga, Region of Peel, and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) have
come together to develop a Climate Change Strategy for the geographic region of Peel.
Each of the partners recognizes the need to address climate change and have all established
high level direction within their respective Strategic Plans or similar documents (i.e.
Environmental Plans), highlighting the importance of addressing climate change impacts. The
development and implementation of the Climate Change Strategy will be a shared
responsibility between the partners and the broader community of Peel.
The Climate Change Strategy will establish a strategic framework that will guide the six partners
to mitigate and adapt to the effects of climate change. In early 2009 a Steering Committee was
formed to help develop the terms of reference for the Plan.
The partners recognize the urgency of (1) acknowledging and exploring the potential impacts
of climate change on a local level; (2) developing mitigation strategies to reduce greenhouse
gas emissions; and (3) crafting adaptation strategies to protect communities from the various
risks posed by climate change, as well as prepare them for the potential opportunities.
The Strategy will address the key sectors potentially affected by, or contributing to, climate
change in Peel Region including, but limited to: public infrastructure, energy, transportation,
emergency management, natural heritage, agriculture, public health, buildings and
manufacturing.
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The final Strategy will help partners to focus their current work and to clearly identify roles and
responsibilities for future actions. Implementation of the Strategy will be a shared responsibility
that will be carried out as agreed to by the partners.
The Strategy planning process contains four major tasks, each with distinct sub - tasks:
Task 1: Background Research - October 2009 to January 2010
Task 2: Establishing the Plan - December 2009 to March 2010
Task 3: Preparing the Draft Plan - March to June 2010
Task 4: Finalizing the Plan - June to July 2010
A Project Team and Steering Committee (with staff from each of the partners) have been
established to guide the process. A consulting team (DPRA, ENVIRON and Beacon
Environmental) has also been hired to assist with project management, research and writing.
TRCA representatives on the Project include Brian Denney, CAO; Chandra Sharma, Watershed
Specialist, Etobicoke - Mimico; Deb - Martin Downs, Director of Ecology; and Ryan Ness,
Manager, Water Resources.
RES.#H7/1 0
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Toronto and Regional Remedial Action Plan
The watersheds of Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks are two of the six
watersheds that comprise the Toronto & Region Area of Concern. The
Etobicoke and Mimico creeks watersheds are therefore included in the
Toronto & Region Remedial Action Plan.
Adam DeSouza
Mark Taylor
THAT the presentation. on the Toronto and Region Remedial Action Plan be received for
information;
THAT the members of the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition be advised that
additional and updated information pertaining to the Remedial Action Plan is available at
www.torontorap.ca;
THAT the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition give due consideration to the
advancement of Remedial Action Plan objectives in their deliberations and undertakings;
AND FURTHER THAT the membership of the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition
consider involvement in any formal consultations regarding the Toronto & Region
Remedial Action Plan.
CARRIED
March 25, 2010
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BACKGROUND
The Toronto and Region Remedial Action Plan was instituted in response to the designation of
the Toronto and Region as a Great Lakes Area of Concern (AOC) in 1987. The AOC
designation, one of 42 (later 43) made by the International Joint Commission, identified the
watersheds of the Etobicoke, Mimico, and Highland creeks, and the Humber, Don, and Rouge
rivers as the geographic extent of the AOC.
Under the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement (GLWQA) and Canada - Ontario Agreement
(COA), Environment Canada (EC) and the Ontario Ministry of the Environment (MOE) share
responsibility for the ensuring progress in the Great Lakes AOCs. Since 2002, TRCA has led
the administration of the Toronto and Region RAP under agreements with EC and MOE.
Management of the Toronto and Region RAP is undertaken by representatives from EC, MOE,
the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, and TRCA.
The most recent report of the Remedial Action Plan, the 2007 Progress Report "Moving
Forward ", was released in compliance with reporting requirements under the aforementioned
agreements. "Moving Forward" is the second major progress report of the Toronto and Region
RAP, and updates the progress made since the release of the 2001 progress report "Clean
Waters, Healthy Habitats ". Copies of the 2007 RAP Progress Report are available in print and
electronic (CD -ROM) formats upon request to Stephanie Hawkins at shawkins @trca.on.ca.
Current Remedial Action Plan Initiatives
Resources obtained through the existing EC /MOE -TRCA agreements are allocated in support
of TRCA programs that contribute to RAP objectives; these have included the watershed and
fisheries management plans, the Terrestrial Natural Heritage Program, the Regional Watershed
Monitoring Network, the Sustainable Technologies Evaluation Program (STEP), habitat and
wildlife research initiatives, education and outreach programs, and RAP program coordination.
The Remedial Action Plan also implements its own communications plan to provide information
about the program and advance program objectives. In 2009, the Toronto & Region RAP and
TRCA, launched the "Lake Ontario Evenings" speaker's series that will continue through 2010.
In 2010, a summary report of recent RAP supported initiatives (2007 -2010) will also be
produced.
RES. #H8 /10 Coalition Meeting Schedule 2010 - 2012
A schedule of meeting dates is proposed for the Etobicoke - Mimico
Watershed Coalition.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Debora Bielecki
Doug McRonney
THAT the meeting dates for the Etobicoke - Mimico Watershed Coalition scheduled for
6:30 p.m. on the following dates be approved;
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2010 DATES
#1/10 Thursday, March 25, 2010
#2/10 Saturday June 12, 2010 - Training & Tour
#3/10 Thursday October 21, 2010
2011 DATES
#1/11
#2/11
#3/11
#4/11
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Thursday, November 17, 2011
2012 DATES
#1/12 Thursday, February 16, 2012
#2/12 Thursday, May 17, 2012.
AND FURTHER THAT the meetings be held at the Black Creek Pioneer Village, 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.
TRCA will provide meeting space to the Coalition on a regular basis at the Black Creek Pioneer
Village. 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. Subcommittee meetings will be hosted locally within
the Project Team areas.
RES. #H9 /10 Etobicoke - Mimico Watershed 2010 Events
Spring and summer 2010 watershed events scheduled within the
Etobicoke and Mimico Creek watersheds hosted by TRCA and partner
stewardship groups.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Bob Noble
Chris McGlynn
THAT the staff report on the winter and spring 2010 watershed events in the Etobicoke
and Mimico Creek watersheds be received for information;
AND FURTHER THAT members of Etobicoke- Mimico Watershed Coalition assist with the
planning and implementation of these events as appropriate.
CARRIED
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BACKGROUND
The following is a list of watershed events that will be hosted by the TRCA and partner
stewardship groups in the winter and spring of 2010. These events target a range of
community stewardship activities and depend on your participation, support and enthusiasm.
On behalf of the TRCA and our many partner stewardship groups, we invite you to attend and
contribute to any and all of these exciting watershed events.
Winter Energy Bill Savings Seminars
Thursday March 25th, 2010 7:OOpm - 8:30pm Peel Village Golf Course Clubhouse (29A
Hartford Trail, Brampton)
Learn simple, low -cost ways to reduce your energy bill like sealing your windows and doors,
and locating drafty areas in your house. Also, discover the many energy saving programs
available to all Ontario homeowners. FREE!
South Mimico West Deane Earth Day Celebration
Saturday April 17, 2010 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. @ West Deane Park
Bring your family out to explore West Deane Park. Plant some trees, learn about the species of
wildlife that visit West Dean Park and about the water quality of Mimico Creek.
Valleywood Community Planting
Saturday April 24, 2010 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
A morning of planting with the Valleywood Community along the Etobicoke Creek. Meet at 15
Kirkwood Crescent, Valleywood, Caledon (north of Mayfield Road off of Hurontario Street).
Malton Stewardship Day
Saturday April 24th, 2010 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. @ Lincoln Alexander Secondary School
parking lot (3545 Morningstar Drive, Malton)
Celebrate Earth Day! Take part in a community tree planting, litter clean -up and fun
environmental games along the Malton Greenway Trail.
County Court Neighbourhood Tree Planting Event
Saturday April 24th, 2010 9:OOam - 12 :OOpm @ Peel Village Golf Course (29A Hartford
Trail, Brampton)
Plant native trees and shrubs with your friends and neighbours in the County Court
neighbourhood at the beautiful Peel Village Golf Course. Afterwards, you are invited to a
community BBQ in County Court park.
Peel Wide Planting Day
Thursday April 30, 2010 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. @ Heart Lake Conservation Area
As part of a Peel -wide event, held by the Peel Environmental Network (PEN), join high schools
from across Brampton in a morning of stewardship activities at Heart Lake Conservation Area,
10818 Heart Lake Road, Brampton.
Brampton Spring Scout Community Planting
Saturday May 1, 2010 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
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Naturalize parkland, restore riparian habitat with the TRCA, Brampton Scouts and the City of
Brampton, at Wexford Park.
Malton Garlic Mustard Pull and Planting Event
Saturday May 8th, 2010 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. @ Wildwood Park (3430 Derry Road East, Malton)
Come learn about the impact of invasive plants. Help keep Wildwood beautiful and invasive
free by removing garlic mustard and planting native wildflowers.
Peel Children's Water Festival Community Day
Saturday May 23, 2009 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. @ Heart Lake Conservation Area
Join us for Family Day at the Peel Children's Water Festival - lots of family activities, including
entertainment, outdoor education and wildflower planting.
Outdoor Kitchen Gardening Workshop
Thursday May 13th, 2010 7:00 - 8:30pm @ South Fletcher's Sportsplex (500 Ray Lawson
Blvd, Brampton)
Have you ever popped a tomato in your mouth moments after it was picked? Join the experts
as they discuss trends in gardening and offer practical tips on growing food in your own
backyard.
Opening and Planting of the Aboriginal Medicine Wheel Garden
Saturday, May 24, 2010 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. @ Heart Lake Conservation Area
Join us for Family Day at the Peel Children's Water Festival - be a part of this unique project by
planting some native wildflowers in the garden, learn about the medicine wheel garden and
participate in the opening ceremony of the garden.
Valleybrook Wildflower Planting Event
Saturday June 5th, 2010 9:00 - 12:OOpm @ Etobicoke Creek, where it crosses Wexford
Rd, Brampton
Come learn about our locally grown wildflowers from Southern Ontario as we create a native
garden along the beautiful Etobicoke Creek trail.
Bird and Butterfly Gardening Workshop
Thursday June 10th, 2010 7:00 - 8:30pm @ South Fletcher's Sportsplex (500 Ray Lawson
Blvd, Brampton)
Want to start a beautiful garden but don't know how? Come learn how to attract beautiful
butterflies and song birds to your own backyard at this free workshop on quick, cheap and
easy ways to make a garden paradise on your own property.
Outdoor Photography Family Nature Event
Saturday June 12th, 2010 10:00 - 12 :OOpm @ Loafer's Lake Recreation Center (30
Loafer's Lake Lane, Brampton)
Interested in outdoor photography? Here's your chance to learn the tricks and trade of amateur
photography as we explore the outdoors of the Etobicoke Creek.
Tuesdays on the Trail - Monthly Nature Walk Series
(Two different Locations)
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1. County Court Park, behind County Court house, Brampton
First Tuesday of June, July and August.
6:30 — 7:30pm
2. Etobicoke Creek Trail, behind Heart Lake Secondary School
First Tuesday of May, June, July, August, September
6:30 — 7:30pm
Learn about birds, plants and other natural wonders right in your own backyard by taking a
relaxing walk around the parks and trails in your neighbourhood.
Family Fishing Day
Saturday, July 10, 2010 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. @ Heart Lake Conservation Area
Come try your hand at fishing in a beautiful setting.
RES. #H10/10
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Partners in Project Green: A Pearson Eco- Business Zone 2010
Priorities
To review the 2010 Partners in Project Green priorities as developed by
staff.
Jaipaul Massey -Singh
Dennis Bradley
THAT the Partners in Project Green 2010 priorities be received;
THAT members of the Coalition reach out to area businesses and participate in Partners
in Project Green events;
AND FURTHER THAT staff make progress reports to the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds
Coalition.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Partners in Project Green is a partnership between the TRCA, the Greater Toronto Airports
Authority, City of Toronto, Region of Peel, City of Mississauga and City of Brampton, along with
the business community, to create an internationally - recognized 'eco- business zone' around
Toronto Pearson.
Through new forms of business -to- business collaboration, Partners in Project Green delivers
programming that helps businesses reduce energy and resource costs, uncover new business
opportunities, and address everyday operational challenges in a green and cost - effective
manner.
To implement initiatives identified by the Partners in Project Green Steering Committee and
businesses in the Pearson Eco- Business Zone, the Partners in Project Green Strategy identified
the development of Project Teams as an implementation tool. The following are the 2010
priorities each Project Team will be working towards.
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2010 PROJECT TEAM PRIORITIES
1. Building Performance Team
In 2010, the Eco- Efficiency Team and Green Building Retrofit Team will be merged into one
team - the Building Performance Team. The rationale is that these two teams were found to
have overlapping work and membership, making their merger one of increased efficiency. The
team will continue to work on identifying new programming opportunities to improve the
performance of buildings in the Pearson Eco- Business Zone. A number of these projects will
include:
• Continuing Programming and Projects
o Eco- Efficiency Program - continuing to deliver the one - window Eco- Efficiency
Program to local manufacturers and logistics operations. .
o Sustainable Energy Plan Program - continuing to deliver the Sustainable Energy
Plan Program to local manufacturers.
o Financial Assistance Directory - re- publishing of the financial assistance directory.
o Ongoing Training & Networking - continuing to develop and deliver training and
networking opportunities for local businesses.
o Energy Efficiency Library Project - development of an energy efficiency tool library
for local businesses.
o Rooftop Solar Market Push - completion of existing study on rooftop solar barriers
and development of required tools to speed up implementation.
• New Programming
o Small Commercial Program - focusing on working with Enbridge and each local
distribution companies BLITZ program to reach out to small businesses in the
Pearson Eco- Business Zone.
o Consortium Development - building on the idea of bringing businesses together to
share best practices and reduce the costs of embracing sustainability, four green
business consortiums will be developed targeting the following sectors:
■ Manufacturing - in partnership with the Canadian Manufacturers and
Exporters, a green manufacturing consortium will be established.
• Logistics - in partnership with the Supply Chain and Logistics
Association and the Canadian Courier and Logistics Association, a green
logistics consortium will be developed.
• Hospitality - in partnership with the Greater Toronto Hotel Association,
the Ontario Restaurant and Motel Association and the International
Centre, a green hospitality consortium will be developed.
• Green Office - in partnership with a number of property management
firms, a green office consortium will be developed to help office green
teams push improvements within their facilities.
o Small Business Carbon 101 Program - a program to help small businesses
identify their greenhouse gas baseline and develop a reduction strategy at little
to no cost.
o Retrofit Financing - developing financing strategies to help local businesses
fund their building retrofit projects.
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o Tenant Marketing Strategies - working with property management firms and
local utilities to connect tenants to improved building performance opportunities.
2. Green Purchasing Team
In 2010, the Green Purchasing Team will continue to work on a number of projects, including:
• Continuing Programming
o Clinton Climate Initiative Purchasing Alliance - continue to offer discounts on
building envelope technologies to local businesses.
• New Programming
o Green Energy Marketing Partnership - launch the green energy marketing
partnership with Bullfrog Power.
o Green Cleaning Program - launch the green cleaning program with Unisource and
Johnson - Diversey.
o Green Product Database - launch a green product and service database on the
Partners in Project Green website.
o Demand Response 3 Program - investigate the potential of launching a Demand
Response 3 partnership as a potential revenue generator.
o Scientific Research and Experimental Development Program - investigate the
potential of launching a SR &ED partnership to connect local companies to tax credits
as a way to generate potential revenue.
o Solar Thermal Purchasing Group - investigate the potential of developing a group
purchase of solar thermal technologies for local businesses.
o New Purchasing Programs - investigate new opportunities for green purchasing
programs as they arise.
3. District Energy Team
In 2010, the District Energy Team will complete a feasibility study on the development of an
airport vicinity district energy system. Once the study is complete in mid -2010, the team will
work on implementation options and financing partnerships if the feasibility study proves
positive.
4. Resource Reutilization Team
In 2010, the Resource Reutilization Team will continue to work on a number of projects,
including:
• Continuing Projects
o Regional Resource Reutilization Network Feasibility Study - complete in early
2010 the feasibility study of the regional resource reutilization network and work
towards implementation if deemed feasible.
o University of Waterloo Organic Waste Study - complete a research study in
partnership with the University of Waterloo on the options for organic waste generated
in the Pearson Eco- Business Zone.
o Yield Bio -Gas Study - work towards the implementation of the recommendations of
the Yield Bio -Gas Study with municipal partners.
• New Programming
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o Great Exchange Program - develop and deliver a networking session to help
connect businesses to resource exchange opportunities.
5. Transportation Team
In 2010, the Transportation Team will continue to work towards the establishment of the
Pearson Eco- Business Zone Transportation Demand Management Association in partnership
with Metrolinx, Smart Commute Mississauga and Smart Commute Brampton - Caledon.
In addition to working towards employee commuting options, as part of the Green Logistics
Consortium, logistics operations will begin to be consulted on new fleet technologies and
opportunities in the Pearson Eco - Business Zone.
6. Green Jobs Team
In 2010, the Green Jobs team will launch a number of programs and continue to identify
training opportunities for green jobs in the Pearson Eco- Business Zone.
• New Projects
o Energy Management Co -Op Program - to be delivered in partnership with the
University of Waterloo, Seneca College and Humber College, the program will provide
training and mentoring to a co -op student and the partner company to help identify
and implement energy reduction opportunities at facilities in the Pearson Eco -
Business Zone.
o Sustainable Business Plan Internship - delivered in partnership with Seneca
College this program will connect local businesses to students who will assist them in
developing corporate sustainability plans.
o Cool Rexdale - this program will connect young people from Rexdale to roofing
apprenticeships to install green and cool roofs in the Rexdale community.
o Toxic Reduction Student Placement Program - connecting co -op students to
companies in the City of Toronto to assist them in complying with the Community
Right to Know By -law.
o Solar Apprenticeship Program - develop a program to provide apprenticeships to
young people to become electricians and install solar panels.
7. Policy Harmonization Team
In 2010, the Policy Harmonization Team will work towards the development and
implementation of the policy tools identified during the consultation completed in 2009. The
following tools have been identified as immediate priorities:
• Policy Tools
o Principles for Eco- Business Zone Development Standards
o Consideration for Servicing Plans
o Development Approvals Checklist
• Primer
o Legal Issues
o Overview of Incentives for EBZs
o Leveraging BIA's and CID's
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o Benefits of Green Development in Our Employment Land
o Negotiate a Green Lease
o Development Permits
8. Green Site Team
In 2010, the Green Site Team will continue to work on a number of restoration projects,
including:
• Upper Mimico Creek Restoration - continued naturalization of portion of the Mimico Creek,
including the removal of a concrete channel and re- alignment of the creek adjacent to
Canadian Tire's Goreway Distribution facility and Sithe Global in Brampton.
• Alfred Kuehne Channel Naturalization - removal of a concrete channel and naturalization of
a portion of the Etobicoke Creek south of Steeles Avenue in Brampton.
• Courtney Park Naturalization - installation of a trail and naturalization work adjacent to Pratt
and Whitney in Mississauga.
• Dixie and Derry Roads Naturalization - naturalization and wetland development at the
corner of Dixie and Derry Roads in Mississauga.
• Kennedy Valley Park - naturalization and trail construction adjacent to the inter - change of
Highway 407 and 410 in Brampton.
In addition, the Green Parking Lot Program will be re- launched with a new post- secondary
partner and delivered to local companies.
9. Marketing and Networking Team
In 2010, the Marketing and Networking Team will work focus on the following projects:
• Business Ambassador Program - the roll -out and launching of the Business Ambassador
Program.
• Channel Partnerships - the development of channel partnerships and marketing
opportunities through channel partners, such as the local distribution companies, boards of
trade, and industry associations.
• Networking Events - development and delivery of networking opportunities for local
businesses.
• Annual Report - the development and delivery of the Partners in Project Green Annual
Report in April of 2010.
10. Business Plan Development Team /Executive Team
In 2010, the Business Plan Development Team will continue its development of the Partners in
Project Green Business Plan and development of revenue opportunities for the project.
ETOBICOKE - MIMICO COALITION OPPORTUNITIES
Members of the coalition are encouraged to share the Partners in Project Green message (see
attachment #1 for messaging piece) with business contacts in the Pearson Eco- Business Zone
(general messaging and the project goals are attached). Members are also invited to
participate in Partners in Project Green events and a list of 2010 activities has been attached.
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RES. #H11 /10 Etobicoke - Mimico Capital Projects 2010 - 2012
To update the Coalition on 2010 -2012 capital projects within the
Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Korice Moir
Marilyn Campbell
THAT the information on 2010 -2012 Etobicoke - Mimico Creek Watersheds capital project
be received for information;
THAT the Coalition subcommittees seek out new partnerships and funding opportunities
and assist with the implementation of projects within their project team;
AND FURTHER THAT updates on individual projects be made to the Coalition, as
appropriate.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Project planning and budget preparation for the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek watersheds is an
ongoing process that is reviewed annually to ensure long range forecasting remains accurate.
In preparing the budget, staff reviewed commitments to on -going and new projects within the
Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds. Funding has been requested from both the Region
of Peel and the City of Toronto. Funding has also been made available through other partners
including the Greater Toronto Airport Authority (GTAA), Brampton Area Community
Foundation, Tree Canada, TD Friends of the Environment, corporate donations and community
in -kind support. Matching funds and in -kind contribution is also approved and /or anticipated
form City of Mississauga, City of Brampton and Town of Caledon.
A chart listing the various capital projects is provided below and a brief project summary of
each project is attached.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
• Continue develop individual projects, designs, partnerships, and funding for each
project;
• Develop and engage Project Teams in the implementation of various projects; and
• Report back to the Coalition on the status of individual projects throughout 2010.
CAPITAL PROJECTS SUMMARY
Project Name
Location
Project Status
2010 Budget
(Does not reflect
the total cost of
the project)
Page # for further
Information
Community
Conservation
Forests
Watersheds Wide
2006 to 2012
(multi -year project)
$30,000
(approximately)
54
Etobicoke - Mimico
Habitat
Watersheds Wide
Ongoing - (multi-
year project)
$90,000
(approximately)
55
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Implementation
Plan
Etobicoke - Mimico
Riparian Zone
Restoration
Strategy
Watersheds Wide
2007 to 2012
(multi -year project)
$40,000
(approximately)
56
'
Greening Golf
Courses
Peel Region
2007 to 2012
(multi -year project)
$25,000
(approximately)
57
Heart Lake Master
Plan
Implementation
Heart Lake
Conservation Area
- Peel Region
2008 to 2018
(multi -year project)
$600,000
(approximately)
58
Partners in Project
Green
City of Toronto,
Peel Region
Ongoing - (multi-
year project)
$500,000
(approximately)
59
Peel Children's
Water Festival
Peel Region -
Heart Lake
Conservation Area
Ongoing - (multi-
year project)
$42,000
(approximately)
60
Sherway Trail
Project
City of Toronto
2009 - 2012 (multi-
year project)
$360,000
(approximately)
61
South Mimico
Barrier Mitigation
Project
City of Toronto
2007 to 2012
(multi -year project)
$65,000
(approximately)
62
West Etobicoke
Creek
Regeneration
Project
Peel Region
Ongoing - (multi-
year project)
$90,000
(approximately)
63 0
Etobicoke
Headwaters Sub-
watershed
Regeneration
Peel Region
2007 to 2012
(multi -year project)
$45,000
(approximately)
64
Kennedy Valley
Rehabilitation
Peel Region
2009 to 2012
(multi- year
project)
$500,000
(approximately)
65
Upper Mimico
Creek Aquatic
Habitat
Implementation
Peel Region
Ongoing - 2007 to
2012
$400,000
(approximately)
66
Toronto Golf Club
Barrier Mitigation
Project
City of Toronto
Ongoing 2010 -
2012
$40,000
(approximately)
67
Etobicoke - Mimico
Community
Environmental
Projects
Watershed Wide
Ongoing
$40,000
(approximately)
68
South Mimico Trail
Project
City of Toronto
Ongoing
$30,000
(approximately)
69
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RES. #12/10 Etobicoke - Mimico Watershed Logo
Endorsement of new Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Logo.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Rudy Wiens
Eddie Colacchio
THAT the new Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds logo be endorsed.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The new Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds logo was created for the following reasons:
• To make all TRCA logos have a similar look and feel; and,
• To design a logo that can be used as a stand -alone logo for Etobicoke Creek and
Mimico Creek (for watershed plans, Creek crossing signs, etc.) as well as combined into
one.
TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 8:40 p.m., on March 25, 2010.
Adele Freeman Brian Denney
Director, Watershed Management CAO /Secretary- Treasurer
/A.
THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
INDEX
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Page
DELEGATION
1. Mimico Watershed Residents Acquisition of six acre Heathercrest Park H30
Etobicoke Creek Trail and Permeable Parking Lot
Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition Draft Work Plan
H31
H37
Etobicoke - Mimico Creeks Watersheds Technical Update- Implementation Priorities H35
PRESENTATION
1. Etobicoke Creek Trail and Pearmeable Parking Lot Demonstration H31
Project Team Reports H31
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MINUTES OF THE ETOBICOKE - MIMICO WATERSHEDS COALITION #2/10 H29
November 18, 2010
The Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition met at Black Creek Pioneer Village on November
18, 2010. Suzanne Barrett, Chair of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA)
called the meeting to order at 6:40 p.m.
PRESENT
SuzanneBarrett .........................................................................................
............................... Chair
CleveBattick .........................................................................................
............................... Member
DennisBradley .....................................................................................
............................... Member
JohnCary .............................................................................................
............................... Member
JaniceEtter ...........................................................................................
............................... Member
JonGee ................................................................................................
............................... Member
MichaelGusche ....................................................................................
............................... Member
IreneJones ........................................................................................
............................... Vice -Chair
Susan Jorgenson .................................................................................
............................... Member
JimLaird ...............................................................................................
............................... Member
SteveMcElroy ......................................................................................
............................... Member
ChrisMcGlynn ......................................................................................
............................... Member
RandyMcGill ........................................................................................
............................... Member
DougMcRonney ..................................................................................
............................... Member
KoriceMoir ...........................................................................................
............................... Member
BobNoble ............................................................................................
............................... Member
LeoO' Brien ...........................................................................................
............................... Member
OwenRussell ........................................................................................
............................... Member
MarkTaylor ...........................................................................................
............................... Member
NatalieSalkauskis ................................................................................
............................... Member
RudyWiens ..........................................................................................
............................... Member
STAFF
VinceD' Elia .....................................................................
............................... ...........................TRCA
Janette Harvey ................................................ ...............................
...........................City of Toronto
SonyaMeek ....................................................................
............................... ...........................TRCA
Alexandra Papaiconomou ..............................................
............................... ...........................TRCA
JoannaParsons .............................................................
............................... ...........................TRCA
ChandraSharma ............................................................
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Kelly Birch ........................................................................
............................... Member of the Public
Rosemary Keenan ...................................................
............................... Heart Lake Team Member
Paul Chalak .....................................................................
............................... Member of the Public
Brian Yawney .........................................................
............................... West Deane Team Member
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REGRETS
BrianBailey ..........................................................................................
............................... Member
DeboraBielecki ....................................................................................
............................... Member
AngelaBrooks ......................................................................................
............................... Member
LaurelBroten ........................................................................................
............................... Member
MarilynCampbell .................................................................................
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EddieColacchio ...................................................................................
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RES. #H13/10 Minutes
Moved by: Jon Gee
Seconded by: Chris McGlynn
THAT the Minutes of Meeting #1/10, held on March 25, 2010, be approved.
CARRIED
DELEGATIONS
A. Acquisition of six acre Hearthercrest Park, Mimico Watersheds, City of Toronto: A
delegation by Kelly Birch and Brian Yawney of the Heathercrest Community.
B. Kelly Birch, Mimico Watershed resident, provided a preview of his personal connection
with Heathercrest Park and stated the importance of this wonderful park to the
neighbourhood.
C. Brian Yawney, Mimico Watershed resident and West Deane Team member, provided an
overview of how a neighbourhood group came together to pursue specific actions to
successfully protect Heathercrest Park from being sold to developers. (See appendix 1
for full presentation.)
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Etobicoke Creek Trail and Permeable Parking Lot Demonstration
Michael Gusche, Project Manager, City of Mississauga briefed members on the
Etobicoke Creek Trail and pervious concrete demonstration site. The newly constructed
7 km trail from Eglinton Avenue West to Mount Charles Park helps link the fully proposed
trail from Marie Curtis Park along the Lake Ontario waterfront up into the Valleywood
community in the Town of Caledon (a total length of 33 km's). A pervious concrete
public parking lot was also constructed along this newly constructed trail off Britannia
Road on Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) lands (in partnership with GTAA,
Partners in Project Green, Toronto and Region Conservation, Ontario Ready Mixed
Concrete Association and Holcim Canada). (See appendix 2 for full presentation.)
RES. #14/10 Project Team Updates
To provide Project Team Updates to Coalition members.
Moved by: Irene Jones
Seconded by: Cleve Battick
THAT the following Project Team minutes be received for information:
• Planning & Policy Team;
• Communications Project Team;
• West Deane Project Team;
• Sherway Trail Project Team;
• Heart Lake Project Team;
• Valleybrook Project Team;
AND FURTHER THAT Project Team updates be brought back to the Etobicoke - Mimico
Watersheds Coalition.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
Since Coalition adoption of the new Project Team structure on March 25, 2010, all project
teams, except for the SNAP team, have met to discuss their specific work plans and have begun
their work. Each team has set their own schedule.
RES. #H15 /10 Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks Trail Extension and Associated
Permeable Parking Lot /Staging Area Demonstration Project
Update on approximately 12 kilometres of public use trail extension
projects in the Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks watersheds and associated
permeable parking lot /staging area demonstration site at the Lester B.
Pearson International Airport lands.
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Moved by: Mark Taylor
Seconded by: Bob Noble
THAT the staff report on Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks Trails and the presentation by
Michael Gusche, Project Manager, City of Mississauga on the Greater Toronto Airports
Authority Etobicoke Creek trail link be received;
THAT the Greater Toronto Airports Authority, cities of Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton
and Region of Peel be thanked for their contribution towards Etobicoke and Mimico
Creeks trail development and associated valley land restoration;
AND FURTHER THAT the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition and respective Project
Teams continue to support and assist staff with the implementation of trail connection
projects throughout the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek watersheds.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
A network of well connected trails has been identified as an important public open space
requirement in "Turning Over a New Leaf: The Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks Watershed Report
Card 2006 ". The table below represents the status of trails as reported in the 2006 Watershed
Report Card:
Watershed
Length of Existing
Trails
Percentage of Desired Trail
Network in Place
Etobicoke
127 km
66% approximate)
Mimico
64 km
66% approximately
Since the release of the Report Card, significant progress has been made towards the
development of a well connected trails network in both the Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks
Watersheds. Approximately 12 kilometers of new trail extension along the Etobicoke Creek and
Mimico Creek is scheduled to be completed over the next several years with support from local
municipalities, businesses, community groups and Toronto and Region Conservation (TRCA).
Trail specifications and use for each link is determined in consultation with municipal staff based
on opportunities and constraints. The table below lists the various new trail enhancement
projects scheduled to be completed between 2010 to 2012.
Length of Trail
Trail Project
Municipality
Watershed
Connection
Approximate
length in
kilometres
1. West Etobicoke/
Mississauga
Etobicoke
7.0
Greater Toronto
Airports Authority
Trail
2. Sherway Trail
Toronto
Etobicoke
0.7
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3. South Mimico Trail
Toronto
Mimico
0.8
4. Kennedy Valley
Brampton
Etobicoke
2.0
Trail and
Restoration
5. Valleywood Trail
Caledon
Etobicoke
1.5
Note: This table does not represent trail repair or maintenance projects currently undertaken by
municipalities. The Heart Lake Conservation Area trail system is also undergoing upgrades and
restoration as identified in the Heart Lake Master Plan.
GREATER TORONTO AIRPORTS AUTHORITY TRAIL LINK AND PERMEABLE PARKING
LOT /STAGING AREA DEMONSTRATION
West Etobicoke /Greater Toronto Airports Authority Trail (Matheson Boulevard East to
Drew Road, Mississauga, ON)
This project is being delivered by the City of Mississauga in partnership with the Greater
Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA), Region of Peel, Partners in Project Green: A Pearson
Eco- Business Zone and TRCA. TRCA has endorsed the City's trail design and has
agreed to manage the planning and construction for a portion of the trail which will also
include habitat and restoration work as well as interpretive signage through Edward
Scarlet Park. The current development phase of the Etobicoke Creek trail within the City
of Mississauga is approximately 7.0 kilometres long (from Matheson Boulevard East
through the western boundary of Lester B. Pearson International Airport ( LBPIA) to
Mount Charles Park). GTAA has approved the proposed trail through LBPIA lands and is
also partnering with the City of Mississauga and TRCA to develop a permeable parking
lot and staging area as a pilot project within the Pearson Eco- Business Zone.
The permeable demonstration parking lot and staging site has been constructed along
Etobicoke Creek trail to highlight green elements that can be integrated into parking
areas in order to improve local water quality and manage stormwater runoff at source. In
order to reduce the amount of stormwater runoff and restore the natural hydrological
cycle, green parking lots integrate permeable paving surfaces and vegetative swales that
allow water to infiltrate the soil. This site will also serve as an opportunity to educate
companies in the Pearson Eco- Business Zone on how they can improve their sites
through green parking lot techniques.
Additional inkind support for the parking lot and staging area has been provided by
Ready Mix Concrete Association of Ontario, Dufferin Concrete, TD Friends of the
Environment Foundation and the Toronto Region Remedial Action Plan.
STATUS OF OTHER TRAIL LINKS
The trail connection projects mentioned above are currently being developed in partnership with
respective municipalities. Where funding has been approved, staff are proceeding with design
and approvals. Appropriate third -party agreements for trail easements will be negotiated
through municipalities, as required. Provided below is a brief progress update on each project:
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2. Sherway Trail (QEW to Sherway Drive, Toronto, ON)
This section of the trail will establish a trail link between the City of Toronto and City of
Mississauga. The project is being delivered through a partnership between the City of
Toronto, TRCA and the Sherway Trail Project Team (a working group of the Etobicoke -
Mimico Watersheds Coalition). The funding for this trail link has been made available
through the City of Toronto, Section 37 development contribution. TRCA staff will
manage the planning and construction of this project which will also include habitat and
restoration work as well as interpretive signage. Trail design has been completed and
approved by both City of Toronto and the TRCA. All necessary permits are being
obtained including finalization of an access agreement with the Ministry of
Transportation. Construction is tentatively scheduled to begin in the Spring of 2011.
3. South Mimico Trail (Lakeshore to QEW, Toronto, ON)
This section of the trail established an important connection from the waterfront trail at
Humber Bay Park to South Mimico neighbourhoods along Mimico Creek. TRCA and City
of Toronto staff are working in partnership to secure lands and funding through new
development projects along Park Lawn. Staff are also working with Toronto Water to
coordinate construction activities through the Bonar Creek Stormwater Management
Pond project. The concept design and trail alignment has been completed and
approved by both City of Toronto and the TRCA. We are currently in the process of
developing the designs for two pedestrian crossings over Mimico Creek. Agreements
have also been negotiated with developers to incorporate pedestrian trail links and
restoration along Mimico Creek through development review. Construction is tentatively
scheduled to begin in 2011.
4. Kennedy Valley Trail and Restoration (Drew Road to Hwy 410, Brampton, ON)
This trail link establishes a gateway to Brampton at Drew Road, where the trail connects
with the Etobicoke Creek Trail in Mississauga. The project is being delivered through a
partnership between the City of Brampton, Region of Peel and TRCA. Funding for this
project has been made available through the City of Brampton (trail construction and
design) and the Region of Peel (restoration). Damage to valley habitat and vegetation by
all- terrain vehicles is a significant issue which will be addressed through a multi - partner
enforcement and communication strategy in this area. TRCA staff will manage the
planning and construction of this project, which will also include habitat and restoration
works as well as interpretive signage. Trail designs have been completed and necessary
permits are being obtained from the Ministry of Transportation. Construction is tentatively
scheduled to begin in the Spring of 2011.
5. Valleywood Trail (Mayfield Road to Hwy 10, Caledon, ON)
This trail link will connect the Etobicoke Creek Trail in the City of Brampton to the Town
of Caledon. Staff are currently in the process of negotiating funding for trail development
with the developer in Mayfield West. TRCA has completed a concept design for the trail
link. Once the funding is confirmed and the concept design is approved, TRCA staff will
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manage the planning and construction of this project which will also include habitat and
restoration work as well as interpretive signage.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Total estimated budget for all five projects (including trail extension, pedestrian crossings,
restoration, staging areas and signage) is approximately $ 5 million. Thus far, a total (approved)
funding commitment of approximately $ 2.6 million has been made by partner municipalities
(Toronto, Peel, Mississauga and Brampton), TRCA, development industry and local fundraising
efforts. In addition to these trail extension projects, the permeable parking lot demonstration
project in the Pearson Eco- Business Zone has received a funding commitment (cash and in-
kind) of approximately $120,000.
RES. #H16 /10 Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks Watersheds Technical Update -
Implementation Priorities
Review and input to Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks Watersheds Technical
Update - Implementation Priorities.
Moved by: Irene Jones
Seconded by: Doug McRonney
THAT the draft Implementation Priorities (Section 11) of Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks
Watersheds Technical Update Report be received for review and input;
THAT the final approved implementation priorities be integrated into future Work Plans of
the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition;
THAT Coalition members use the new information in the Technical Update to inform and
guide ongoing implementation activities, where opportunities arise;
AND FURTHER THAT Coalition members assist TRCA in communicating and
disseminating the findings and recommendations from the Technical Update.
AMENDMENT #1
RES. #H17/10
THAT members send comments to Alexandra Papaiconomou via email at
apapaiconomou @trca.on.ca by December 15th.
THE AMENDMENT WAS CARRIED
THE MOTION, AS AMENDED, WAS CARRIED
THE RESULTANT MOTION READS AS FOLLOWS:
THAT the draft Implementation Priorities (Section 11) of Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks
Watersheds Technical Update Report be received for review and input;
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THAT the final approved implementation priorities be integrated into future Work Plans of
the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition;
THAT Coalition members use the new information in the Technical Update to inform and
guide ongoing implementation activities, where opportunities arise;
THAT members send comments to Alexandra Papaiconomou via email at
apapaiconomou @trca.on.ca by December 15th.
AND FURTHER THAT Coalition members assist TRCA in communicating and
disseminating the findings and recommendations from the Technical Update.
BACKGROUND
At the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition Meeting #1 /10, March 25, 2010, RES. #H5 /10,
the draft Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks Watersheds Technical Update Report 2010 was
received.
Over the past several months, staff has consulted the Coalitions' Policy Team and TRCA's
partner municipalities to seek input to the technical findings and management
recommendations. Implementation recommendations have been refined in an updated Section
11 of the Technical Update Report, particularly in Sections 11.4 (Regeneration) and 11.5
(Implementation Priorities by Watershed Partner), provided for further Coalition review and
comment (Attachment 1).
Section 11.4 identifies four priority areas for integrated regeneration projects (Refer to Table 11-
3) and two additional priority areas of focus for habitat enhancement projects (Refer to Table 11-
4 for details). The report calls for an integrated, collaborative approach to implementation of the
regeneration initiatives, identified within each priority area. Such an integrated approach could
offer opportunities for more creative, informed designs that achieve co- benefits and cost - sharing
advantages. These priority areas address strategic management recommendations for the
watersheds. Coalition feedback about other local regeneration or community considerations
that should be noted in this report to assist in further project scoping would be especially
helpful.
Section 11.5 summarizes key new implementation actions for each watershed partner. Coalition
members should confirm the roles outlined for them.
Copies of the final draft report are also being circulated to watershed municipalities and
agencies for review. Pending review comments, TRCA aims to finalize the report and seek
Authority approval in winter 2011.
Purpose and Scope of Technical Update
As previously reported, in the Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks Watersheds, new technical
information has emerged since publication of the watershed revitalization strategy Greening Our
Watersheds: A Strategy for the Etobicoke and Mimico Creek Watersheds (TRCA, 2002). A more
recent report, Turning over a new leaf. The Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks Watersheds Report
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Card (TRCA, 2006), identified the need for additional information to address specific data gaps.
To address these deficiencies and provide a more informed basis for future watershed
decisions, the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority initiated a Technical Update study in
2008.
The final report consolidates and integrates updated information in the following areas:
• Groundwater quantity and quality
• Surface water quantity
o Baseflow and water use
o Stormwater management and streamflow
• Fluvial geomorphology
• Surface water quality
• Aquatic system and Instream Barriers to Fish Passage
• Terrestrial natural heritage
This updated technical information is meant to inform the ongoing implementation of policies
and programs by TRCA and its partners.
RES. #H18 /10 Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition Draft Work Plan
To provide a work plan and status report to members of the Etobicoke -
Mimico Watersheds Coalition.
Moved by: Jim Laird
Seconded by: John Cary
THAT the attached Draft Work Plan and status report (2010 - 2012) be received for the
Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition input and approval;
THAT Project Teams progress reports be brought back to the Coalition on a regular basis;
AND FURTHER THAT the Chairs Committee review new information in the Etobicoke and
Mimico Creeks Watersheds Technical Update in 2011 to determine any further updates to
the Coalition Work Plan.
CARRIED
BACKGROUND
The goals of the Etobicoke - Mimico Watersheds Coalition are to protect and regenerate the
Etobicoke Creek and Mimico Creek watersheds and, more specifically, to assist the Toronto and
Region Conservation Authority (TRCA), The Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto, TRCA
partner agencies and watershed municipalities to:
Achieve The Living City vision of Healthy Rivers and Shorelines, Regional Biodiversity,
Sustainable Communities and Business Excellence within the Etobicoke and Mimico
Creek watersheds.
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o Address priorities to meet targets identified in the documents titled, "Turning over a new
leaf. The Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks Watersheds Report Card 2006" and "Greening
Our Watersheds: Revitalization Strategies for Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks ".
o Implement the recommendations of the Toronto and Region Remedial Action Plan
contained in Clean Waters, Clear Choices: Recommendations for Action (1994) and
strategic directions contained in subsequent reports as they pertain to the Etobicoke and
Mimico Creek watersheds.
o Implement strategic plans such as the Wet Weather Flow Management Master Plan
(Toronto) and the City of Toronto and Region of Peel sustainability initiatives.
o Implement source water protection initiatives.
o Meet the challenges of climate change through mitigation and adaptation initiatives.
o Secure political support at all levels of government and foster corporate partnerships to
advance TRCA's vision for The Living City.
On March 25, 2010 (the inaugural meeting of the 2010 -2012 term of the Etobicoke - Mimico
Watersheds Coalition) the following Project Team structure was adopted:
o Chair's Committee
• Watershed Planning and Policy
• Communications and Marketing
• Sherway Trail and Restoration Project
• Heart Lake Project
• Sustainable Neighbourhodd Retrofit Action Plan (SNAP)
• Valleybrook Green
• West Deane.
All project teams, except for the SNAP team have met since the inaugural Coalition meeting.
Preliminary work plans for each team were approved by members of the team at their first
meeting. These work plans have been integrated in the attached Draft Work Plan (2010 — 2012)
for Coalition review and approval.
DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE
The Coalition will continue to undertake its work through the active involvement of its members
on project teams. An update of each project team will be communicated to all members at each
Coalition Meeting. Additional project teams will be established on an as required basis. The
Chairs Committee will review the technical update in 2011 to determine any further updates to
the Coalition Work Plan.
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TERMINATION
ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 8:51 p.m., on November 18, 2010.
Adele Freeman
Director, Watershed Management
/A.
Brian Denney
CAO /Secretary- Treasurer
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