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Report Number: CS 29-24 Date: September 23, 2024
From: Laura Gibbs Director, Community Services
Subject: Provincial Grant Funding of Municipal Capital Projects - Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund - File: A-1440-001
Recommendation:
1. That Report CS 29-24 regarding Provincial Grant Funding of Municipal Capital Projects be received;
2. That Council authorize staff to apply to the Community Sport and Recreation
Infrastructure Fund – Stream 1: Repair and Rehabilitation for the replacement of
community playgrounds;
3. That Council authorize staff to apply to the Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund – Stream 2: New Builds/Signature New Builds for the construction of the City Centre Park;
4. That a copy of this report be forwarded to Peter Bethlenfalvy, MPP, Pickering – Uxbridge; and,
5. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take necessary actions as indicated in this report.
Executive Summary: The purpose of this report is to obtain Council authorization to submit applications to Stream 1 and Stream 2 of the Community Sport and Recreation
Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF). The CSRIF requires proof of a Resolution of Council to provide evidence of support for the applicant to undertake the project.
The Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund – Stream 1, was identified by staff as an ideal grant program to fund a portion of the planned costs for playground replacement
because it supports critical facility repairs that provide community sport and recreation within Ontario. The CSRIF – Stream 1 funds up to 50 percent of eligible funds, with maximum grant contribution of $1,000,000. The fund allows for a maximum of one grant submission per organization.
The Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund – Stream 2, was identified by staff as an ideal grant program to fund a portion of the planned costs for the construction of City Centre Park because it funds new construction projects in Ontario that create spaces for sport
and recreation. The CSRIF – Stream 2 funds up to 50 percent of eligible funds, with a
maximum grant contribution of $10,000,000. This fund allows for a maximum of one grant
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submission per organization.
Relationship to the Pickering Strategic Plan: The recommendations in this report respond to the Pickering Strategic Plan Priorities of Advocate for an Inclusive, Welcoming, Safe & Healthy Community; Advance Innovation & Responsible Planning to Support a Connected,
Well-Serviced Community; and Lead & Advocate for Environmental Stewardship.
Financial Implications: The Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund will contribute 50 percent of eligible project expenses to a maximum of $1,000,000 for Stream 1, and $10,000,000 for Stream 2. Eligible project expenses include development of plans or permits, project management costs including consultants, transportation and delivery costs,
fixed equipment and technology, construction costs, and the cost to purchase, produce and install Ontario Builds signage.
1. CSRIF Stream 1: Repair and Rehabilitation The City has seven playground replacement projects planned for 2025 and 2026. All
grant funds from Stream 1 are required to be spent within 24 months of the grant recipient entering into a funding agreement with the Ministry in respect of the project. Project details are referenced below:
Project Description Funding Source
Current
Forecast
Bayshore Tot Lot Park
Parks Infrastructure
Replacement Reserve 200,000$
Lynn Heights Park
Parks Infrastructure
Replacement Reserve 200,000
Bonita Park
Parks Infrastructure
Replacement Reserve 200,000
Bay Ridges Kinsmen Park Casino Reserve 325,000
Clearside Park Casino Reserve 150,000
Glengrove Park Casino Reserve 200,000
Pinegrove Park Casino Reserve 250,000
Total 1,525,000$
Various Playground Replacements
2025/2026 Budget
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The CSRIF funds 50 percent of eligible expenses. The City will apply for total eligible costs mentioned above of $1,525,000, which would result in a maximum grant
contribution of $762,500.
2. CSRIF Stream 2: New Builds / Signature Builds
In 2024, the City plans to commence the design of a new urban park in the City Centre that will include Pickering’s first permanent outdoor refrigerated skating rink. All grant funds from Stream 2 are required to be incurred no later than March 31, 2027. A 10 percent holdback of the funds will be released upon the completion of the project and
the Ministry’s satisfactory review of the recipient’s final report. The below table shows the impact of receiving the maximum grant funding for Stream 2 for the
City Park Project:
With CSRIF
Grant Difference
Gross Project Cost:14,256,000$ 14,256,000$ -$
Less: Grant - 7,128,000 (7,128,000)
Net Cost 14,256,000$ 7,128,000$ (7,128,000)$
Funding:
DC - Parks and Recreation 7,128,000 3,564,000 3,564,000
City Share (Taxpayer)7,128,000 3,564,000 3,564,000
Net Funding 14,256,000$ 7,128,000$ 7,128,000$
City Centre Park - Construction
2026 Budget
Current
Forecast:
Receiving the maximum potential grant funding would reduce the net cost of the City Centre
Park project in half. The savings will be split between the DC Parks & Recreation Reserve
Fund and the City’s Reserves.
The above DC funding may change when the City completes its new DC Study in 2025.
Discussion: The purpose of this report is to obtain Council authorization to submit applications to Stream 1 and Stream 2 of the Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF). The CSRIF requires proof of a Resolution of Council to provide evidence of
support for the applicant to undertake the project.
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1. Replacement of Seven Community Playgrounds
The City provides playgrounds at 63 parks throughout Pickering. Most of the City’s
playgrounds offer creative play structures and/or traditional play equipment; three sites provide swings only.
The City is updating seven of its parks with new playground equipment in an effort to support safe, enjoyable and inclusive spaces for community members to gather. The seven parks include:
• Bayshore Tot Lot Park
• Lynn Heights Park
• Bonita Park
• Bay Ridges Kinsmen Park
• Clearside Park
• Glengrove Park
• Pinegrove Park
As the City replaces older play structures, consideration is given to include components that are barrier-free for persons with disabilities. With over 60 playground sites and an average
lifespan of around 20 years per structure, the City averages 3 playground replacements per year. These upgrades will deliver more accessible spaces, foster a more inclusive environment, enriching the experiences and opportunities available within our parks.
2. Construction of City Centre Park
As part of The Shops at Pickering City Centre redevelopment and City Centre Master Plan, the landowner is conveying 0.5753 hectares (1.42 acres) of parkland to the City of Pickering for
the construction of an urban park located in the existing parking lot directly across Glenanna Road from the Pickering Civic Complex. Through input from Council, staff, and public engagement, a number of features are recommended for consideration in the Pickering City Centre Park design. As this park space is to become a recreation hub in City Centre, it must be
multi-functional and able to host many different recreational uses. The main features that are anticipated to be included in the design, subject to the completion of community consultation,
include:
• an outdoor refrigerated recreational skating rink (winter) and public event space (summer)
• public washroom and ice rink maintenance facility, including space to house the ice-resurfacer
• skate rental and concession facility
• interactive water feature & public art
• large shade structure and stage area
• soft landscaping and trees
• public seating / gathering area
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Through Resolution #379/24, Council confirmed the second capital budget priority to be the Pickering City Centre Project, Phase 1 – City Centre Park. The estimated total cost of the park,
including design, construction, furniture, and fixtures is $15.0 million. Council recommended that the Mayor be requested to include $1.5 million for the design in the 2024 Capital Budget
and $13.5 million for construction and related costs in the Capital Forecast. A budget of $1.5 million was approved in the 2024 Capital Budget.
The deadline to apply to Steam 1 of the Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund
(CSRIF) is October 29, 2024. The deadline to apply to Stream 2 of the CSRIF is open from August 19, 2024 to March 31, 2027. Applications in Stream 2 will be accepted on an ongoing basis until funding has been fully allocated.
Attachment: None.
Prepared/Approved By: Approved/Endorsed By:
Original Signed By Original Signed By
Laura Gibbs, MBA, MSc. Richard Holborn, P. Eng
Director, Community Services Director, Engineering Services
Original Signed By
Stan Karwowski MBA, CPA, CMA Director, Finance & Treasurer
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Recommended for the consideration of Pickering City Council
Original Signed By
Marisa Carpino, M.A. Chief Administrative Officer