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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNovember 17, 2011 C l a¢~ Minutes iii Waterfront Coordinating Committee November 17, 2011 PICKERING 7:00 pm Main Committee Room Attendees: Councillor O'Connell Councillor Dickerson Jim Dike, Chair Jim Berry Sean Wiley Keith Falconer Maureen Robbins Jean Veronneau Arnold Mostert, Coordinator, Landscape & Parks Development Nancy Gaffney, TRCA L. Roberts, Recording Secretary Absent: Kathleen Corcoran Patricia Short-Galle Item/ Details & Discussion & Conclusion Action Items/Status Ref # (summary of discussion) (include deadline` as appropriate) 1.0 Welcome & Introductions J. Dike welcomed everyone to the meeting. 2.0 Delegations Debbie Shields, City Clerk appeared before the Committee and provided an overview on Committee Governance. She reminded the Committee that the 2012 workplan and 2011 annual report will need to be submitted no later than March, 2012. She noted the importance to set the meeting schedules at the beginning of each calendar year and to try to adhere to- the dates throughout the year. She also noted the importance of attendance in order to ensure a quorum. She stated that the appointments for Chair and Vice-Chair will be coming up in January, noting that the position of Chair is a one year term, which is up for re-appointment each year, with a maximum term of 2 years. 3.0 Agenda/Minutes Moved by M. Robbins Seconded b K. Falconer Page 1 CORP0228-2/02 Item? Details & Discussion & Conclusion Action Items /Status Ref # (summary of discussion) (include deadline as appropriate) That two additional items be added to the agenda under new business. Carried Moved by K. Falconer Seconded by M. Robbins That the minutes of the September 15, 2011 meeting of the Waterfront Coordinating Committee be approved. Carried 4.0 Correspondence J. Dike noted the correspondence which was distributed by email to the members regarding the Waterfront Regeneration Trust meetings. C. O'Connell noted that she attends each year and will keep the members updated. N Gaffney also noted she will be attending. 5.0 New Business 4.1) Scudellari Property Moved by J. Berry Seconded by J. Veronneau That the Committee recommends that the former Scudellari property be formally recognized as "POINT 19" to honour the former residents; Norman and Beryl Scudellari, for their significant contribution towards safe boating within Frenchmans Bay. Motion deferred later in the meeting (Refer to following motion) Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by J. Veronneau That the motion be deferred until such time as the public information centre dealing with the Frenchmans Bay Waterfront Master Plan has taken place, at which time public input could be received on the naming of the property. Page 2 CORP0228-2/02 it Item / Details & Discussion & Conclusion Action 'Items /Status Ref # (summary of discussion) (include deadline as appropriate) Carried 4.2) Waterfront Master Plan A. Mostert provided an update with respect to the Waterfront Master Plan. He noted they had been waiting for the issues surrounding the Scudellari property to be dealt with prior to holding the Public Information Centre. He also noted the TRCA have some concerns with the Canoe Club facility layout that need to be resolved. The consultant has prepared a plan and adjustments will be made in the next week or two once the Canoe Club issues have been sorted out. Cost estimates need to be done. It was noted that Council should be informed of the master plan along with the cost estimates prior to it going to the public. Councillor O'Connell noted that the time frame is very short to have this presented prior to year end at this point, noting it would be more feasible to get cost estimates and present it in January or February. She also noted there are interested residents who would like to be informed of this matter when it is presented. . Mid February was suggested for a public meeting with it going before Council in January, which could be an informal J. Dike to action presentation done prior to the Council meeting. J. Dike will check on this date and forward information out to the members. 4.3) Pickering Rouge Canoe Club Facilities Discussion ensued with respect to washroom facilities and the cost to continue municipal water to the Scudellari property. N. Gaffney provided an overview, explaining a portion of the new build would be lake filled, with a new bumpout into the Bay. She noted ecologically this was a better plan, being more functional. One concern is the large land base for drying racks. She noted the importance to have the best possible package going forward with a long term scope and scale that agencies would support. She also noted that lost fish habitat must be considered, stating that the Federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans, as well as the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources would not accept any loss of fish habitat without appropriate compensation due to lake filling. Page 3 CORP0228-2/02 I, Item / Details & Discussion & Conclusion Action Items / Status Ref # (summary of discussion) (include deadline as appropriate) J. Veronneau stated he would be meeting with the Canoe Club Board and noted concerns with where people would stand to watch the kids and boats. Minimum standards were questioned and it was requested that costs for both options be available at the next meeting. It was also noted that more residents would make use of the area if washroom and change room facilities were available. 4.4) East Waterfront Trail A. Mostert provided an update on the east waterfront trail noting consultants were working on the plan. TRCA is pricing A. Mostert to action out trail amenities and have completed an RFP for trailworks and the Linton Farmhouse. He indicated a copy should be available soon and noted it would be going to the Region of York the first week in December. He noted he would forward copy of plans to Committee. A. Mostert to action It was suggested that Councillor O'Connell and Councillor Dickerson along with A. Mostert review the plans to ensure it is what was agreed to originally. A. Mostert advised he would forward plans to Committee members when available. 4.5) Harbour Entrance Project J. Dike provided an update on the Harbour Entrance Project, noting funds have been reallocated from York Region. A. Mostert noted the City has met with TRCA and has given the go ahead to obtain the necessary approvals in order to proceed. It was noted that meetings have been held with the Provincial and Federal governments, which have proved to be very positive, with their comments being on safety, public access and tourism. Discussion ensued with respect to the possibility of a lighthouse. A. Mostert noted costs were not in the initial estimate, but noted if additional funds were available, they could possibly be put here. Page 4 CORP0228-2/02 Item / Details & Discussion & Conclusion Action Items /Status Ref # (summary of discussion) (include deadline as appropriate) 4.6) TRCA Tree Planting A. Mostert noted that the trees could possibly be planted this week or next. One will go in Brockridge Park and one in Progress Frenchman's Bay East Park. 4.7) Stormwater Management Report Update J. Dike noted this is an ongoing exercise and questioned where we are at this point. A. Mostert provided the following update; • Region of Durham is constructing a new sanitary siphon beneath Pine Creek. Once completed, the Region will initiate removal of the culverts and complete the restoration work. At that point the City will initiate the installation of a pedestrian bridge over the creek. • The Region of Durham is also undertaking some erosion and restoration work within Amberlea Creek • The Region of Durham has issued a Notice of Completion with respect to basement flooding in the West Shore Service Area. J. Dike noted headwater management was required first. N. Gaffney provided an update with respect to the progress with TRCA. 4.8) TRCA Cell Tower N. Gaffney informed the Committee that Rogers is proposing to construct a 30 metre communication tower near Petticoat Creek Conservation Area, along Bella Vista Drive. She noted Rogers is committed to undertaking public consultation and wanted feedback from the Committee. Discussion ensued with respect to this installation and it was the general consensus of the Committee to oppose this as it was felt it is not appropriate for TRCA lands. 5.0 Other Business 5.1) Councillor O'Connell noted there are issues with winter vehicles i.e. snowmobilers, ATVs, etc. at the west spit. She asked the members to keep their eyes open for this and to inform her of an issues the may notice in this area. Page 5 CORP0228-2/02 Item / Details & Discussion & Conclusion Action Items /Status Ref # (summary of discussion) "(include deadline as appropriate) 5.2) K. Falconer noted the Accessibility Advisory Committee had held their first Accessibility Awareness event on November 5th, 'noting the had an excellent turnout. 6.0 AdiournmenVNext Meeting Moved by J. Veronneau Next Meeting: January 19, 2012 Meeting Adjourned: 8:30. pm Copy: City Clerk Page 6 CORP0228-2/02