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HomeMy WebLinkAboutWCC Nov. 21 2013 Page 1 CORP0228—2/02 Minutes Waterfront Coordinating Committee November 21, 2013 7:00 pm Main Committee Room Attendees: Councillor O’Connell J. Berry K. Corcoran J. Dike M. Robbins P. Short-Gallé J. Veronneau S. Wiley A. Mostert, Senior Coordinator, Landscape & Parks Development N. Gaffney, TRCA L. Roberts, Recording Secretary Absent: Councillor Dickerson – City business K. Falconer D. Shields Also Present: B. Skitch L. DeBono A. McKinnon Item/ Ref # Details & Discussion & Conclusion (summary of discussion) Action Items/Status (include deadline as appropriate) 1.0 Welcome & Introductions A. Mostert welcomed everyone to the meeting and introduced Dave Marlowe, who would be conducting the accessibility training. 2.0 Delegations Dave Marlowe, Accessibility Coordinator, City of Pickering, appeared before the Committee to provide training on the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act as mandated by the province. 3.0 Agenda & Minutes Moved by J. Dike Seconded by J. Veronneau That the agenda be approved as presented. Carried Item / Ref # Details & Discussion & Conclusion (summary of discussion) Action Items / Status (include deadline as appropriate) Page 2 CORP0228—2/02 Moved by J. Dike Seconded by M. Robbins That the Minutes of the September 19, 2013 meeting of the Waterfront Coordinating Committee be approved, as amended. Carried 4.0 Business Arising from Minutes 4.1) Pilot Program A. Mostert provided the members with an update on the Facilitator Pilot Program. He noted that at a meeting of Council held on November 18th, it was recommended that the City Clerk continue as Facilitator for those committees currently without a Chair, including the Waterfront Coordinating Committee until the end of the 2014 term. He noted that he would be facilitating the meeting this evening in the Clerk’s absence. The guests in attendance were introduced. 4.2) Wetland Restoration north end of Frenchman’s Bay A. Mostert provided an update with respect to the draft letter for the TRCA, pursuing the restoration at the north end of Frenchman’s Bay. The letter was reviewed by Pickering Council and referred back to staff as they had concerns that the request may negatively impact plans included in the Frenchman’s Bay Stormwater Management Master Plan. He noted a meeting had been held with the Chief Administrative Officer, staff, and Gord MacPherson from the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, to discuss what areas within the bay that restoration works could potentially take place that would not preclude any works within the Stormwater Management Master Plan, and what funding opportunities may be available. He stated that funding may be available from the Department of Fisheries & Oceans. Discussion period ensued. J. Dike explained that the intent was to participate with TRCA and the Ministries involved, to have a plan in place, so that in the event that funding became available, they would be in a better position to apply. He also noted it was never the intent to interfere with the Stormwater Management Master Plan. Item / Ref # Details & Discussion & Conclusion (summary of discussion) Action Items / Status (include deadline as appropriate) Page 3 CORP0228—2/02 Further discussion ensued with respect to the Stormwater Management Master Plan and what it included. It was the consensus of the Committee to invite Marilee Gadzovski, Manager, Water Resources to attend the January meeting to provide more details with respect to the plan and the various phases and also to have an opportunity to review the plans again. A. Mostert noted the Stormwater Management Master Plan is available on the City’s website. The link is provided as follows: http://www.pickering.ca/en/cityhall/FrenchmansBaySMMP.asp A. Mostert to action 5.0 New Business 5.1) Frenchman’s Bay Harbour Entrance A. Mostert provided a photo presentation, showing the work done to date at the Frenchman’s Bay Harbour Entrance. He noted that the existing entrance markers have been moved onto the west and east breakwaters temporary, but they could potentially be kept as a permanent structure. He provided an update on the channel dredging and noted the east spit would be closed off until December 20th to permit transport of the dredged material onto the spit for beach feeding and fish habitat construction on the bay side of the spit. A brief discussion period ensued and it was noted that the project is on schedule, with the west breakwater being 58% complete and the east breakwater being 42% complete. A. Mostert noted while some savings have been seen to date, extra costs have also been incurred, but overall, the project is on budget and on schedule. J. Dike questioned whether any updates were available from TRCA. N. Gaffney noted that the newsletter goes out on the last Tuesday of each month, and the website now has pictures available as well at www.trca.on.ca. 5.2) Linton Farmhouse Restoration & Washroom Addition A. Mostert provided a brief update on the Linton Farmhouse restoration, noting that York Region has issued a contract for the construction work and have received their building permit. Item / Ref # Details & Discussion & Conclusion (summary of discussion) Action Items / Status (include deadline as appropriate) Page 4 CORP0228—2/02 5.3) Eurasian Water-Milfoil J. Dike provided an update on the Eurasian Water-Milfoil weed. He provided a brief history, noting that during three inspections with an underwater camera in May, no new growth had taken place. As a result of 3 – 4 days of hot weather in July, they had noticed significant growth in the area of Bruce Hanscombe Park which was sufficient for a test site. In September, it was noted that the weevils were working, but the milfoil was growing faster. He stated that the weevils overwinter best in areas with soft shorelines, which was the reason for choosing this site. J.Dike noted the committee is looking at various options as the weevils may not be as effective in other areas of the Bay, due to the conditions. He stated they are continuing to hold meetings and are looking at doing more testing of products. He noted they have also studied reports from various Universities on this subject as well, and stated that the degree of success depends on how many weevils are put in, noting they have put in 20,000 to date. He also discussed budgets and fundraising initiatives. Discussion period ensued. A. McKinnon questioned whether the weevils damage aquatic plants other than Eurasian Water Milfoil and also the notification process for the public meetings. L. DeBono questioned funding from the City of Pickering. 5.4) Doors Open Program – Frenchman’s Bay A. Mostert provided on update on the Doors Open program that was held at Progress Frenchman’s Bay East Park. He noted the event was well organized, with the Yacht Club, Canoe Club, Library as well as TRCA participating, but poor weather may have played a factor with respect to attendance. Discussion ensued with questions raised regarding timelines, possibly holding the event at a different time of the year. It was also noted that this program alternates each year with the Town of Ajax. 6.0 Other Business Item / Ref # Details & Discussion & Conclusion (summary of discussion) Action Items / Status (include deadline as appropriate) Page 5 CORP0228—2/02 6.1) J. Dike questioned whether there was any update with respect to the parking concerns at the bottom of Liverpool Road. Councillor O’Connell noted that it was her understanding that the City Clerk was working with the Manager of By-law Enforcement on this matter, as the Accessibility Advisory Committee had also noted concerns in this regard. Signage for alternate parking was also questioned, and it was requested this be placed on the next agenda. 6.2) Councillor O’Connell noted that a skating rink was being installed at the bottom of Liverpool – Millenium Square, sponsored by the City of Pickering as well as area businesses in the Nautical Village. 6.3) J. Dike questioned the 2014 workplan, and requested that the pontoon boat be kept on this. It was requested that this be placed on the next agenda for discussion. 6.4) It was the consensus of the committee to continue with the same schedule as 2013 for meeting dates. L. Roberts to book the Main Committee Room accordingly. 6.5) A. Mostert noted the Waterfront Regeneration Trust is hosting a meeting at the Region of Durham headquarters on November 29th. He noted he would forward out the information to all members. L. Roberts to action L. Roberts to action. L. Roberts to action A. Mostert to action 7.0 Adjournment/Next Meeting Next Meeting: January 16, 2014 Meeting Adjourned: 8:50 pm Copy: City Clerk