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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMO 03-02 , , 02 Report Number: MO 03-02 Date: August 7, 2002 Ciú¡ o~ REPORT TO COUNCIL From: Wayne Arthurs Mayor Subject: GT AA Pickering Advisory Committee Status Update File: IG 2120 Recommendation: 1. That Council receive for information, Report to Council MO 03-02 providing a status update on the GT AA's Pickering Advisory Committee Executive Summary: The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) early in 2002 established a "Pickering Advisory Committee" to provide advice on issues related to the GT AA's interim planning process for the federal lands in Pickering, Markham and Uxbridge. To date, the Advisory Committee has met on four occasions. This Report provides Council with a status update on these meetings. Financial Implications: Not Applicable Background: In April 2001, Transport Minister David Collenette authorized the GT AA to conduct an interim planning process for the federal lands in Pickering, Markham and Uxbridge. As part of this process, the GT AA established a "Pickering Advisory Committee" (PAC) to provide input and advice to the GT AA, to discuss issues as they arise, and to make recommendations were appropriate. The PAC was formed earlier this year, and is made up of representatives from the regional and municipal governments, as well as community and business interests. Technical support to PAC is also available from various agencies and levels of government. The membership and terms of reference for PAC are provided in Attachments No.1 and 2. Pickering is represented through the Mayor's Office, and by Mr. Stephen Frederick (as a community representative). The Division Head, Corporate Projects & Policy, is the City's staff resource person for PAC. PAC meetings are not public meetings. However, the GTAA makes summaries of all meetings available to all interested stakeholders. The GT AA is also committed to a community outreach program, details of which are still being finalized, but includes a website, circulation of brochures and information material, and a series of open houses (commencing later this year). The GTAA has also established a site office for the Report MO 03-02 Date: August 7, 2002 03 Subject: GT AA Pickering Advisory Committee Page 2 Pickering lands in the Bentley House in Brougham. The site office is open to the public, and can be reached by a toll free number (1-866-430-4822). . The inaugural meeting of the PAC occurred on February ih, 2002. Subsequent meetings were held on April 11th, May 23rd and June 23rd. To date, the focus of the meetings has been on familiarizing members with the GT AA's planning process, identifying key issues that members would like to see addressed during the process, and providing background information to members on various required studies, including a Financial Assessment Analysis, a Runway Siting Study, and a Groundside Transportation Study. To support the work of PAC, the GTAA has established two working groups, a Community Communications Working Group and a Government Affairs Working Group. The Community Communications Working Group was established to provide a forum for the development and implementation of the GT AA's community outreach efforts. Key tasks of this Working Group include providing advice on the methods and tools used to share information, and providing important input and feedback from the community. The purpose of the Government Affairs Working Group is to provide a forum for detailed discussion regarding municipal and provincial initiatives that could be impacted by or have an impact on the planning of a possible airport. Some of the issues for discussion will include transportation and access, as well as the provision of hard and soft services. The next PAC meeting is scheduled for September 18th, 2002. At that meeting it is anticipated that the GT AA will be in a position to review with the Committee some preliminary results from the Financial Assessment Analysis. Attachments: 1. Membership - Pickering Advisory Committee 2. Terms of Reference - Pickering Advisory Committee Prepared By: Approved I Endorsed By: Thomas E. Mel Division Head Corporate Projects & Policy ~~~ Wayne Arthurs Mayor WAtm Attachments Report MO 03-02 04SUbject: GT AA Pickering Advisory Committee Date: August 7,2002 Page 3 Copy: Chief Administrative Officer Recommended for the consideration of Pickering City Council uinn, Chief Administrative Officer 05 Attachment No.1 Report to Council MO 03-02 GTAA Pickerina Advisory Committee PAC Members Chairman Bill Fisch, York Region Chairman Roger Anderson, Durham Region Mayor Nancy Diamond, City of Oshawa Mayor Wayne Arthurs, City of Pickerinq Mayor Wayne Emmerson, Town of Mayor Don Cousens, Town of Markham Whitchurch-Stouffville Alternate: Councillor Jack Heath Councillor Beverly Northeast, Township Mr. Garry Knott, Markham Resident of Uxbridqe Mr. Stephen Frederick, Pickering Mr. Pat O'Brien, Ajax-Pickering Board of Resident Trade Ms. Ruth Burkholder, Markham Board of Trade Greater Toronto Air orIs Authorit Re resentatives Mr. Louis Turpen, President and CAO Mr. Steve Shaw, VP, Corporate Affairs & Communications Ms. Jennifer Peterson, Program and Office Coordinator, Pickerin Site Office Ms. Lorrie McKee, Executive Manager, Government & Cor orate Strate SUPPORT STAFF Technical Resources Mr. Fareed Amin, Assistant Deputy Mr. Joe Farrell, General Manager, NAV Minister, Minist of Trans ortation Canada Mr. Craig Mather, CAO/General Mr. Derek Sitton, Vice President, Manager, Toronto Region Conservation Buttonville Municipal Airport Authorit Mr. Jeff Huntus, General Manager, Oshawa Munici al Air ort Mr. Lar Cia, Director, MMAH Ms. Debra Taylor, Regional Director, Trans ort Canada Mr. Ross Fair, Pro'ect Director, MMAH Municipal Staff Resources Mr. Alex Georgieff, Commissioner of Mr. Tom Melymuk, Division Head, Planning, Durham Region Corporate Projects & Policy, City of PickerinQ Mr. Alex Grant, CAO, Township of Mr. Brian Tuckey, Commissioner of Uxbridge Planning & Development Services, Reqion of York Mr. Tim Lambe, Manager of Policy Plannina, Town of Markham ;-;~ï:P ;~J ,'¡ .,-q 06 ATTACHMENT # :z TO REPORT # ~ ('j 0:3 -0,).. u \1- Pickering Advisory Committee (PAC) TERMS OF REFERENCE - February 7. 2002 WI Purpose This committee will advise the Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GT AA) on issues related to the planning for a possible airport on the Pickering lands that the Authority has been asked to conduct on behalf of the Federal Government. The committee will also facilitate a forum to discuss these issues for interested stakeholders and key representatives from the aviation industry. The Committee will be an advisory body for the GTAA Chief Executive Officer. Mandate The April 5, 2001 announcement and directive by Transport Minister David Collenette, stated: "The GT AA has been asked to conduct, on behalf of Transport Canada, interim planning which is required before the Government decides whether to proceed with an airport on the Pickering Lands." Pursuant to this announcement, the GT AA will prepare the components of the planning process, required by the Federal Government, which include but are not limited to the following: . Examination of the region's aviation supply and demand. . The social and environmental impacts of a possible airport on the Pickering lands. . The economic viability of a possible airport on the Pickering lands. . The full range of alternatives. The Pickering Advisory Committee (PAC) will discuss pertinent issues as they arise and will be asked to provide input and advice to the GT AA, and make recommendations where appropriate. The PAC will also provide advice on the public communication plan prepared by the GT AA, which will ensure the work of the PAC is shared with the broader community. The GT AA Chief Executive Officer, or his designate will chair the PAC. Membership Roles & Responsibilities Tasks for the committee members will include: . Discussing pertinent stages of interim planning . Providing input and recommendations . If appropriate, seeking input from their constituent groups . Effectively disseminating information back to their constituent groups . Suggesting items for the agenda Membership Regional Representatives (2) Municipal Representatives (5) Community Representatives (2) Business Representatives (2) GTAA (1) Technical Resources* 07 ,. One each from: Regions of York and Durham One each from: Pickering, Markham, Whitchurch Stouffville, Uxbridge and Oshawa One each from: Pickering and Markham To be put forward by respective municipal councils One each from: Ajax-Pickering and Markham Boards of Trade President and C.E.O. or designate will act as Chairman of Committee Transport Canada NavCanada Ministry of Transportation Toronto Regional Conservation Authority (TRCA) Regional and Local municipal officials Buttonville Airport Oshawa Airport * There may be a requirement to add technical resources in the future (e.g. Air Transportation Association of Canada (AT AC) and General Aviation community representative, etc.). Continuity and regular attendance is important and will be reviewed by the Committee if there is an on-going lack of attendance. Membership terms will be three (3) years, with the opportunity for re-appointment at the end of the completed term. If a member is unable to complete the full 3-year term, the constituent group will be asked to put forward the name of an individual who will serve the remainder of the term. When the Federal government makes a decision with respect to the development of an airport on the Pickering lands, the mandate, purpose and membership of the PAC will be re-evaluated. In the interim, these Terms of Reference will be reviewed and updated on an annual basis to ensure that the committee mandate and membership remain CUITent and appropriate. 08 Procedures PAC meetings will be held at least quarterly, with other meetings scheduled as necessary. The Committee will establish the format for meetings and define opportunities for public input. Agendas will be developed by the GT AA in consultation with the PAC as required, and will be distributed in advance of meetings. Items for the agenda should be submitted to the GT AA three weeks before the meeting. Minutes will be circulated to committee members as early as possible after each meeting. Meetings will be held at the GT AA Site Office located in Brougham, or at other locations as necessary. Administration support, committee coordination, records and minutes will be provided by the GT AA. The GT AA will cover cost associated with the work of the committee.