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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJune 21, 2012 Cali 00 A. Minutes Waterfront Coordinating Committee June 21, 2012 PICKERING 7:00 pm Main Committee Room Attendees: Councillor Dickerson Jim Dike, Chair Keith Falconer Maureen Robbins Patricia Short-Galle Arnold Mostert, Coordinator, Landscape & Parks Development Nancy Gaffney, TRCA L. Roberts, Recording Secretary Also Present: Councillor Pickles Gord MacPherson, TRCA Jim Farintosh Absent: Councillor O'Connell Jim Berry, Vice-Chair • Kathleen Corcoran Jean Veronneau Sean Wiley Item/ Details & Discussion 8, Conclusion Action Items/Status Ref# (summary of discussion) (include deadline as appropriate) 1.0 Welcome & Introductions J. Dike welcomed everyone to the meeting and acknowledged the guests in attendance. • 2.0 Agenda/Minutes Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by M. Robbins That the agenda for the June 21st meeting of the Waterfront Coordinating Committee be approved. Carried Moved by K. Falconer • Seconded by Councillor Dickerson That the April 19, 2012 minutes of the Waterfront Coordinating Committee be approved. Carried 4.0 New Business Page 1 CORP0228-2/02 • Item/ Details & Discussion & Conclusion Action Items/Status Ref# (summary of discussion) (include deadline as appropriate) 4.1) Frenchman's Bay Waterfront Master Plan Review A. Mostert provided the Committee with an update on the Frenchman's Bay Waterfront Master Plan. He noted a meeting had been held with Fire Services with respect to the matter of fire route access with concerns over equipment on the boardwalks and also with the trucks turning at the end of the road. He indicated they were looking at brick walkways four metres wide which would accommodate emergency vehicles. A. Mostert provided members with an updated copy of the preliminary estimates, noting a phased approach for the projects. Discussion ensued and it was noted that this estimate was approximately one half a million lower than the previous cost estimates. A question and answer period ensued. Councillor Dickerson questioned the timing for the pontoon boat and docks. He indicated this should be a priority and stressed the importance of connecting the east and west spits. A. Mostert noted this would still be open for discussion. Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by K. Falconer That the Committee seek Council approval to proceed on the basis of the conceptual plan subject to an updated work schedule. Carried A. Mostert noted a report would be prepared to go forward to the Executive Committee in September. • 4.2) Harbour Entrance Reconstruction A. Mostert provided an update with respect to the harbor entrance. He noted this has received Council approval. Discussion ensued with respect to the public information meeting which had been held. It was questioned whether a summary of the public comments would be available. It was also noted an on line petition was circulating in opposition to the harbor entrance as well as one in support which had been forwarded to the Mayor. There was also some discussion with respect to a potential meeting on June 25th at the Recreation Page 2 CORP0228-2/02 Item/ Details & Discussion & Conclusion Action Items/Status Ref# (summary of discussion) (include deadline as appropriate) Complex and it was requested that any information available on this be forwarded to the members as well as Councillor J. Dike to action Ashe. Jim Farintosh, a resident of the West Shore area, questioned whether the washrooms were contingent upon the Canoe Club plans and whether it would be funded by the City of Pickering. J. Dike confirmed that this was part of the Canoe Club project, but that further discussion on this would take place. It was requested that information on the requirements for the creation of a community organization be provided to the Committee. L. Roberts to check with the City Clerk. L. Roberts to action 4.3) Peak Trail Enhancements A. Mostert provided an update on the Peak Trail Enhancements, noting an RFP had been completed for washroom facilities at the Linton Farm House. He noted that this had been submitted to the Region of York, who had requested changes. He also noted there is no word yet on the decommissioning of Frisco Road, stating it is still with the Town of Ajax for review, noting the City requires their approval, being a boundary road. Gord MacPherson noted that by removing the fence around the greening area and running the nature trail through, this could make a nice connection from the top of Frisco Road on the west side. 4.4) Partnership with TRCA for Off Season Events N. Gaffney noted she had followed up with staff at Petticoat Creek with respect to the possibility of a winter festival. She noted that with the park being closed during the winter months, it would be quite costly as well as difficult to access events. She noted they would be agreeable to do something along the trail should the Committee find a sponsor to offset the costs. Discussion ensued with respect to a dog sled event, but it was noted that winter events could be difficult to plan when dealing with weather issues. Discussion continued with respect to other possible winter Page 3 CORP0228-2/02 • Item/ Details & Discussion & Conclusion is Action Items/Status Ref# (summary of discussion) (include deadline as appropriate) events. Gord MacPherson suggested the possibility of a G. MacPherson to fishing festival, noting there is an interest in promoting angling action in the GTA. He noted he could follow up with the Rod and Gun Club for interest in such an event. 4.5) Frenchman's Bay Storm Water Master Plan A. Mostert provided an update on the Frenchman's Bay Storm Water Master Plan. He noted that at the June 18th meeting of Council, the Amberlea Creek Erosion Control EA had been approved. N. Gaffney noted the TRCA was doing a lot of data collection. J. Dike questioned the oil and grit separators at the bottom of A. Mostert to action Sunrise and the reconstruction of West Shore. A. Mostert noted he would look into this. 4.6) Remedial Works Discussion ensued with respect to the remedial works which were listed on the Committee's 2012 work plan. J. Dike questioned removal of cement at the West Spit, and whether this created any dangerous situations. N. Gaffney and G. MacPherson indicated there were no hazardous conditions noted in the area, but advised the Committee that they would be going out again. G. MacPherson noted when the Power Station does the required dredging of their intake, this would be a good commodity to have for shoreline restoration. He indicated they should look at using dredge materials for beach feeding prior to trucking it all away. He noted this could make a difference in transforming the shoreline. A. Mostert noted he had met with the Operations Centre with regards to vehicular access to the beach. He noted they had discussed the installation of a gate which would allow only for access of emergency vehicles. Discussion ensued with respect to the importance of finding a balance of parking. 4.7) Duffin Creek Water Pollution Control Plant EA J. Dike noted a second meeting had been held with a tour of Page 4 CORP0228-2/02 Item/ Details & Discussion & Conclusion Action Items/Status Ref# (summary of discussion) (include deadline as appropriate) the plant to take place on June 22"d. He informed the Committee that Pickering is being well represented. 4.8) Great Waterfront Trail Adventure A. Mostert to action J. Dike questioned whether there was any information as to the City of Pickering's participation in this year's Waterfront Trail Adventure. A. Mostert noted he would look into this. 5.0 Other Business 5.1) K. Falconer requested clarification with respect to the petitions circulating on the harbor entrance project. J. Dike indicated he would forward the information onto him. J. Dike to action 5.2) K. Falconer noted PESCA was planning to hold a corn roast sometime in early September and will forward an email once a date and location has been set. 6.0 Adjournment/Next Meeting Next Meeting: to be determined. Moved by K. Falconer That the meeting be adjourned. Meeting Adjourned: 8:10 pm Copy: City Clerk Page 5 CORP0228-2/02