HomeMy WebLinkAboutApril 18, 2013 City 00 Minutes
Waterfront Coordinating Committee
mw " "!w April 18, 2013
I KERING 7:00 pm
Main Committee Room
Attendees: Councillor Dickerson
Councillor O'Connell
J. Berry
J.Dike
K. Falconer
M. Robbins
J. Veronneau
D. Shields, City Clerk
A.Mostert, Coordinator, Landscape & Parks Development
N.Gaffney, TRCA
L. Roberts, Recording Secretary
Absent: K. Corcoran
P. Short-Galle
S. Wiley
Also Present: Evanne Wilson
Leonard Wilson
Brian Skitch
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1 0 _ Welcomey& Introductionsn ;
D. Shields welcomed members to the meeting and
acknowledged the guests in attendance.
Agenda & 11ll�nutes � ' �
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by J. Dike
That the agenda as presented be approved.
Carried
Moved by K. Falconer
Seconded by M. Robbins
That the Minutes of the February 21, 2013 meeting of the
Waterfront Coordinating Committee be approved.
Carried
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3.0 Business Arising from Minutes
D. Shields informed the members that the Westshore
Resident's Association had held their first AGM.
4.0 New Business
3.1) Eurasian Water-Milfoil Weed
J. Dike informed the Committee that the new organization,
Friends of Frenchman's Bay Association that he mentioned at
the last meeting has applied for non-profit status. He noted
they have representation on this committee from other groups
as well as Westshore Rateypayers Association and PESCA.
They have also set up a fund raising committee, but have not
as yet scheduled any public information meetings.
D. Shields indicated that if they could provide contact
information to us, we could have it posted on the City's website
to keep residents informed.
J. Dike provided an update on the Eurasian Water-Milfoil
Weed. A question and answer period ensued. It was
`, questioned whether alternate treatment methods were being
pursued to control the Eurasian Water-Milfoil Weed and
whether they would be used in conjunction with the weevil.
J. Dike noted they have conducted a peer study, noting the
conservation authority had expressed some concern and that
additional research is being done.
3.2) Harbour Entrance Reconstruction Update
A. Mostert provided an update with respect to the progress on
the harbor entrance reconstruction since February, 2013. He
provided members with slides showing the removal of timber
cribs from the west breakwater as well as the dredging of the
channel. He indicated that the timbers were being repurposed.
He noted a site tour had been conducted on March 4, 2013
and informed members they were welcome to attend a tour,
noting if anyone was interested to let him know and he would
make the necessary arrangements.
A. Mostert noted thatl/2 load season would be ending on
Monday, so truck traffic would be resuming. He also noted the
barge had arrived for use in removing the dredging material.
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4.3) GTA Waterfront— Urban Recreation Fisheries Plan
A. Mostert provided information with respect to the Urban
Recreation Fisheries Plan which is being established for the
purpose of creating afisheries recreational management plan
for the lakefront. He noted the Ministry of Natural Resources,
TRCA, CLOCA as well as the Credit Valley Conservation
Authorities were involved in this program to help promote
lakeside fishing and direct residents on where to fish. The area
would cover Bowmanville to the Credit River.
N. Gaffney, TRCA noted part of the purpose of this program is
to improve access for fisherman and to help identify the types
of fish, where they are located as well as their travel routes.
It was noted that public consultations will begin in October
within the Ajax and Pickering areas.
Councillor O'Connell questioned whether site specific locations
would be included to address concerns over conflicting uses
and whether this would be endorsed by the Ministry of Natural
Resources.
N. Gaffney noted they are talking with the residents to see
what the issues are and would continue this outreach.
3.4) Linton Farmhouse addition and renovations
A. Mostert provided an update on the renovations at the Linton
Farmhouse. He stated the Region of York has hired a
consultant to prepare the drawings and specifications and that
they hope to tender the construction in the next few months.
A. Mostert also noted Frisco Road closure was with the Town
of Ajax. Councillor O'Connell questioned if the agreement
between the Town of Ajax and TRCA with respect to ownership
or a lease agreement was causing the delay. N. Gaffney
informed the Committee she would look into this.
3.5) Frenchman's Bay Yacht Club
J. Dike provided an update with respect to the dredging project
at Frenchman's Bay Yacht Club. He noted that half of the
proposed dredging work has been completed with the balance
proceeding as expected and completion being predicted in
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approximately one week. He noted inspections were taking
place on an on going basis.
J. Dike noted that the Yacht Club had made every possible
effort to address concerns relating to the dredging at the Yacht
Club. He noted they had undertaken a peer review as well as
sample testing.
K. Falconer questioned what the total cost was for these efforts
as well as the amount of staff time involved.
Discussion also ensued with respect to the impact any delays
of this nature would have on the spawning season as well as
timeframes for completing the work.
5.0 Correspondence _
5.1) City of Pickering
D. Shields noted the memo sent to the Committee was
acknowledging that Council had received for information the
Committee's 2012 annual report and 2013 workplan at their
March 25th meeting.
5.2) Waterfront Events
A. Mostert noted he had received correspondence from the
Director, Culture & Recreation with respect to the following
events to be taking place at the Pickering Waterfront
• Run for Prevention —July 21
• Sarcoidosis Treatment Awareness and Research Run —
September 21
5.3) Doors Open Program
A. Mostert informed members that he had received
correspondence from Tate Besso, Chair of the 2013 Doors
Open subcommittee regarding participation in the 2013 Doors •
Open Program. They had indicated they would like to feature a
Frenchman's Bay Walking Tour as part of their program for
October 5th, 2013 to highlight the history of the bay as well as
the natural features.
6.0 Other Business
6.1) Doors Open Program
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Discussion ensued with respect to participation in the 2013
Doors Open Program. It was suggested this be placed on the L. Roberts to action
next agenda tor further discussion.
D. Shields advised that an email would be forwarded to
members with additional information on the program for
members to think about whether the Committee wants to L. Roberts to action
participate. Should there be enough interest, it was decided
that the interested Committee Members for the Walking Tour
would meet on May 16th to discuss the event and their
participation and it would be brought back to the June L. Roberts to action
Committee Meeting to be voted on.
L. Roberts will forward the schedule of meetings for the Doors
Open sub committee in the event members would like to
pursue this and possibly attend one of their meetings.
6.2) OPG Event
K. Falconer advised members that OPG will be holding a Walk
of Life Walk on May 5th at the waterfront to raise funds for
families affected by workplace tragedies
6.3) Pickering Canoe Club
J. Veronneau advised the members that the Canoe Club would
be holding a Pickering Paddle Challenge Fesitval on June 15th
from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm with,a BBQ lunch. He also noted
there would be outriggers on the lake as well as the PARA
safety boat. He also confirmed that the Dragon Boat Festival
would not be conducted at Frenchman's Bay this year as the
venue has changed to Toronto.
6.4) Frenchman's Bay Yacht Club
J. Dike noted the Frenchman's Bay Yacht Club would be
holding their annual shore clean up event on Saturday, April 27
starting at 9:00 am.
-47.0. AdjoiirnmentlNext:Meeting
Next Meeting: June 20, 2013
( 'eeting Adjourned: 8:05 pm
`dopy: City Clerk
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