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04 18 2007 COW AgendaTOWNSHIP OF ORO- MEDONTE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING AGENDA COUNCIL CHAMBERS DATE: WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18, 2007 1. NOTICE OF ADDITIONS TO AGENDA 2. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA TIME: 9:00 a.m. 3. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF: - "IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ACT" 4. DEPUTATIONS: a) 9:00 a.m. Jane Ball, President, Board of Directors, The Couchiching Conservancy and Catherine Nixon, Church Woods Committee, re: Church Woods Update. b) 9:10 a.m. Wayne Wilson, CAO /Secretary- Treasurer and Fred Nix, Chair, Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority, re: Watershed Report Card. 5. CORRESPONDENCE: a) Sue Bragg, Gaviller & Company LLP, correspondence dated April 3, 2007 re: 2006 Year End Audit. b) Darren Vella, President/Director of Planning, Innovative Planning Solutions, correspondence dated April 5, 2007 re: Craighurst Secondary Plan, Major Landowners Request for Meeting. 6. FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION: a) S /Sgt. Ed Whinnery, Detachment Commander, Barrie OPP, re: January 1St— March 31St, 2007 - 1 st Quarter Police Report. b) Sgt. Dave Fletcher, Hwy. Safety Division, OPP Headquarters Orillia, Provincial ATV Co- ordinator, re: ATV Legislation. c) Report No. TR 2007 -10, Paul Gravelle, Treasurer, re: Statement of Accounts, March, 2007. d) Doug Irwin, Clerk, re: 2007 Grant Requests [complete package distributed under separate cover]. 7. PUBLIC WORKS: a) Report No. PW 2007 -02, Jerry Ball, Public Works Superintendent re: Tender Results for: PW2007 -04- Surface Treatment, PW2007 -05 -Slurry Seal, PW2007- 06- Supply, Haul, Mix and Pile Winter Sand, PW2007 -07- Roadside and Parks Grass Cutting, PW2007 -14- (Dark Journal) Virgin Oil, PW2007 -16 -Hot Mix Paving. 8. ENGINEERING & ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES: a) Report No. 2007 -18, Keith Mathieson, Director of Engineering and Environmental Services and Bruce Hoppe, Director of Building and Planning Services re: Patricia Ripley and Donald Rowntree — Site Plan Agreement and Removal of Holding Symbol — 69 Healey Beach Road — Part Lots A & B, Plan 461, Being all of PIN #58531 -0419 (Lt), Roll #4346-030-010-11600-0000. 9. BUILDING, PLANNING AND BY -LAW ENFORCEMENT: a) Report No. BP 2007 -13, Bruce Hoppe, Director of Building and Planning Services, re: Ontario Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (OSPCA) 2007 Animal Control Contract. 10. EMERGENCY SERVICES: a) Report No. FD 2007 -6, Scott Cowden, Director of Fire and Emergency Services, re: Report on Evaluation of Moving Fire Services HQ to Fire Station No. 3. 11. RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES: a) Report No. RC 2007 -5, Shawn Binns, Manager of Recreation and Community Services re: North Simcoe ATV Club. b) Shawn Binns, Manager of Recreation and Community Services, re: Application for Grant/Subsidy, re: Midland /Penetanguishene Branch of the Canadian Cancer Society, Muskoka — North Simcoe Unit. 12AN- CAMERA: None. 13. ADJOURNMENT: E COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING Wednesday, April 18, 2007 6. FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION: e) Councillor Coutanche, correspondence dated April 13, 2007 re: Draft Mandate Statement. f) Councillor Agnew, re: Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority, Ruyter Application. 7. PUBLIC WORKS: b) Jerry Ball, Public Works Superintendent, memorandum correspondence dated April 17, 2007 re: Department Vehicles. 12. IN- CAMERA: a) Jennifer Zieleniewski, CAO, re: Legal Matter. The`Couchichin� Conservancy Box 704, Orillia, ON L3V 6K7 Telephone 705- 326 -1620 Email: nature @couchconservancy.ca April 17, 2007 Mayor Harry Hughes & Members of Council Township of Oro - Medonte Box 100, Oro, Ontario LOL 2X0 Dear Mayor and MI -Mbers of Council: Jq6-� (?btj A)L C!. Please find enclosed a cheque in the amount of $30,000.00, which represents re- payment in full of the Township's bridge loan for The Church Woods acquisition. We greatly appreciate Council's support for this project, both through your grant, and through your offer of this interest -free loan to ensure that closing of the property transfer could take place in a timely manner. We have been very fortunate to receive several recent major donations in support of The Church Woods project, which have allowed us to re -pay the loan so quickly. As you know, the support for this project from the residents of Shanty Bay has been extraordinary, with over 150 individuals and families contributing to it. We are honoured to have been able to work in partnership with the community and the Township to make this acquisition a reality, and we look forward to continued cooperation in future. On behalf of The Couchiching Conservancy, our sincere thanks for your assistance. Yours truly, Ron Reid Executive Director Protecting the special natural features of the Couchiching region for future generations Web Site: wwwcouchconservancy.ca NSAiGq nt ;) April 10, 2007 TION i..0f7;sx:.,rh,'7'q 01 Flea' A77L tt'r';ters �7 NOTTAWASAGA VALLEY CONSERVATION AUTHORITY Centre for Conservation Conservation John Hix Conservation Administration Centre Tiffin Conservation Area 8195 8th Line Utopia, On TOM 1T0 ONTARIO Telephone: 705.424.1479 fax: 705.424.2115 Web: www.nvca_on.ca Email: admin@nvca.on.ca Mayor Hughes & Council ' °,t0 The Corporation of the Township of Oro - Medonte 148 Line 7 South N' _.1 LOL 2X0 C � f -NN, Member Municipalities Dear Mayor Hughes & Council: RE: Watershed Report Card I am writing to introduce you to the Watershed Report Card initiative, being launched this spring by the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority (NVCA). 2._ ,,,; The staff of the NVCA, in partnership with Conservation Ontario and our member municipalities, have developed a Watershed Health Report Card system describing the health of our local forests, wetlands, streams and rivers. The protection and restoration of our valuable watershed resources requires sound science, including understanding watershed health trends. For example; is our stream, forest and wetland health getting better, staying the same or getting worse? .. _ Watershed Report Cards also enable the NVCA and its watershed �. ., municipalities to track the effectiveness of current watershed protection and restoration initiatives, such as reforestation, land stewardship, storm water management and plan review. On April 16th, the NVCA Vice - Chair, Walter Benotto and myself are Watershed scheduled to present a deputation to your Council describing the Watershed Counties Report Card initiative, which will include a presentation of the local watershed conditions within your municipality. i..0f7;sx:.,rh,'7'q 01 Flea' A77L tt'r';ters �7 NOTTAWASAGA VALLEY CONSERVATION AUTHORITY Centre for Conservation Conservation John Hix Conservation Administration Centre Tiffin Conservation Area 8195 8th Line Utopia, On TOM 1T0 ONTARIO Telephone: 705.424.1479 fax: 705.424.2115 Web: www.nvca_on.ca Email: admin@nvca.on.ca Deputation - NVCA Watershed Report Card ` Page 2 of 4 Enclosed please find a copy of the overall Watershed Report Card for the NVCA total area of jurisdiction. This report provides a `B' grade for Forest Cover, a `D' grade for Surface Water Quality and a `B' grad for Wetland Conditions. Also included are the local sub - watershed report cards providing specific, forest, water quality and wetland condition grades for the sub- watersheds within your municipality's NVCA area of jurisdiction. Understanding watershed health conditions and causes for impairment enables the NVCA along with its municipal partners and residents to prioritize management actions and track our overall program success. The Vice -Chair and I look forward to providing further information regarding the Watershed Report Card, as well as answering any questions your Council may have. Sincerely, Wayne R. Wilson B.Sc. CAO /Secretary Treasurer Copies: Chair, Fred Nix Vice - Chair, Walter Benotto Board Member 0 ■ ddl e Nollawasag, Legend N Subvmtersheds Provincial Roads PA UP r Okkte rco Liu-, e 5 'Fhe Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Author its (NV CA.) watershed is located in south-central Ontan The watershed extends south from Georgian Bay and 2 covers an area of 31600 km . Much of this area eventual drains to the Nottawasaga. River. The northwest portion the watershed (Blue Mountain Subwatershed) drains directly into Georgian Bay in Collingwood while t northern portions of Springwater and Oro-M.edonte Townships (Severn Sound Headwaters) drain northwa toward Severn Sound. The watershed is shaped like a bowl the Niagara Escarpment (vest), Oak. Ridges Moraine (south) and Sit coe Uplands (north and east) represent the height of land along the edges of the bowl. Streams arise from these high areas and flc downslope into the Simcoe Lowlands (the bottom of ancient Lake Algonquin), which forms the bottom of the bowl. These lowlands extend to Wasaga Beach and Collingwood (a �Vchip" at the edge of the bowl) which allows the Nottawasaga River aj Blue Mountain streams to reach Georgian Bay. The NV CA watershed is largely rural in character tlI0U(_YlI urban areas such as Barrie, Alliston. Shelburne Wasaga Beach and Collingwood continue to grow. Land use is dominated by agricultural lands; however, compared to many areas in southern Ontario, natural areas are a significant part of the landscape. Forests and wetlands are generally found in. areas that are unsuitable for farming where soils are too wet, dry, rocky or steep. This report card provides a broad overview of forest, stream and wetland health within the watershed. More detailed descri Lions can. be found in individual subwatershed report cards. The entire report card series is part of a larger report titled The Noltawasaga V411ey Conservation Authority Watershed Reporl Cards that is posted on the NVCA webs to (ww -nvca.on,ca) Partner Municipalities: I'own of Wasaga Beach, 'apt inwater' Tow nship, fir o-Medonte To-k---nship, City of Bame. Essa Town.ship., Town o-F Innisfil, Town of Bradford -West (.'iwl'l 11'111bui-y Town of New TeCLI111set1i, Ac�ala-Tosorontio Township, l o�.N,-.n of Mono, Amaranth Township, Melancthon'Township., MUIMLIr Township, Town ol'Circy Highlands, Town of Blue Mountains, Town oI.'CoIliII(.ITN_V00d, C.F.B. Borden Subwa ter sheds: Lower NoWak."a sag a River. Middle Nottawasaga River. Upper Nottawasap River, Willow Ci-eek, Mad River. Pine River Boyne River, Innisfil Creek, Blue Mountain, Severn Sound Headwaters 14--"orkhig Together to Protecl anc-I Reslore Grad: B Forest Conditions D S.urface Water Quality B Wetland Condiflons 0 ■ ddl e Nollawasag, Legend N Subvmtersheds Provincial Roads PA UP r Okkte rco Liu-, e 5 'Fhe Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Author its (NV CA.) watershed is located in south-central Ontan The watershed extends south from Georgian Bay and 2 covers an area of 31600 km . Much of this area eventual drains to the Nottawasaga. River. The northwest portion the watershed (Blue Mountain Subwatershed) drains directly into Georgian Bay in Collingwood while t northern portions of Springwater and Oro-M.edonte Townships (Severn Sound Headwaters) drain northwa toward Severn Sound. The watershed is shaped like a bowl the Niagara Escarpment (vest), Oak. Ridges Moraine (south) and Sit coe Uplands (north and east) represent the height of land along the edges of the bowl. Streams arise from these high areas and flc downslope into the Simcoe Lowlands (the bottom of ancient Lake Algonquin), which forms the bottom of the bowl. These lowlands extend to Wasaga Beach and Collingwood (a �Vchip" at the edge of the bowl) which allows the Nottawasaga River aj Blue Mountain streams to reach Georgian Bay. The NV CA watershed is largely rural in character tlI0U(_YlI urban areas such as Barrie, Alliston. Shelburne Wasaga Beach and Collingwood continue to grow. Land use is dominated by agricultural lands; however, compared to many areas in southern Ontario, natural areas are a significant part of the landscape. Forests and wetlands are generally found in. areas that are unsuitable for farming where soils are too wet, dry, rocky or steep. This report card provides a broad overview of forest, stream and wetland health within the watershed. More detailed descri Lions can. be found in individual subwatershed report cards. The entire report card series is part of a larger report titled The Noltawasaga V411ey Conservation Authority Watershed Reporl Cards that is posted on the NVCA webs to (ww -nvca.on,ca) Partner Municipalities: I'own of Wasaga Beach, 'apt inwater' Tow nship, fir o-Medonte To-k---nship, City of Bame. Essa Town.ship., Town o-F Innisfil, Town of Bradford -West (.'iwl'l 11'111bui-y Town of New TeCLI111set1i, Ac�ala-Tosorontio Township, l o�.N,-.n of Mono, Amaranth Township, Melancthon'Township., MUIMLIr Township, Town ol'Circy Highlands, Town of Blue Mountains, Town oI.'CoIliII(.ITN_V00d, C.F.B. Borden Subwa ter sheds: Lower NoWak."a sag a River. Middle Nottawasaga River. Upper Nottawasap River, Willow Ci-eek, Mad River. Pine River Boyne River, Innisfil Creek, Blue Mountain, Severn Sound Headwaters 14--"orkhig Together to Protecl anc-I Reslore W MAIN Forest Cover 1 32-8% 1 B Forest 10.8% Interior Riparian 42-6% C Cover Forest Cover is the percentage of the watershed that is forested. Environment Varies by 19-1- D to A Canada suggests that 30% forest cover is the minimum needed to support healthy Subwatershed 46.3% wildlife habitat—more coverage is beneficial. Forest interior is the area of forest that lies more than 100 m from a forest edge – away from the windy: dry conditions and predators that are associated with the Varies by 3,0- F to A edge. Sensitive forest birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians require deep forest Subwatershed 19.8% habitat for survival. Environment Canada suggests that 10% forest interior cover is the minimum needed to support a range of species. Stream side forest cover (riparian vegetation) filters pollutants and provides 28-8- B to D important fish and wildlife habitat, Environment Canada suggests that at least 30 Varies by 56.8% m on each side of the stream (over 75% of its length) should be in forest cover to Subwatershed support healthy streams. Surface Water Quali" Surface water quality conditions are good within 7 of the '10 subs atersheds and Georgian May. However, combined watershed impacts result in fair to poor water quality in the Nottawasaga River downstream of Alliston. The Innisfil. Creek Subwatershed stands out as a key contributor to degraded conditions in the Middle and Lower Nottawasaga River. Recent studies have confirmed that high nutrient (phosphorus) loading is the most significant water quality issue within the watershed. Land use has a strong influence on stream. health within the watershed. Streams that drain areas with healthy forest and wetland cover are generally healthy. Streams that drain highly urbanized or intensively farmed areas are often unhealthy. Stream health tends to improve as streams move through Brest and wetland areas, particularly if new sources of water (springs) enter the system. Runoff from agricultural and urban lands contribute to high nutrient and sediment loads which impact rater quality. t,incontrolled livestock access to streams also contributes to these pollutant loads. Removal of streamside vegetation degrades stream habitat and can make the stream too warm. for trout. Ponds constructed on. streams also warm the water and can block fish passage. Despite fair to poor surface water quality within the middle 0 2 4 6 8 I I I I _j and lower river reaches, the Nottawasaga River watershed Kilometefs 4"W 0 MCA Nov 20W boasts the largest population of migratory rainbow trout in UTM Zone� 17 NADW southern Ontario as well as healthy populations of resident brook trout and brown trout. Warmwater game fish such as bass, pike and walleye are found in Little Lake, Orr Lake and Bass Lake as well as the Middle and Lower Nottawasaga River Bacteria (E. coli) levels in watershed streams have not been nionitored since the mid -1 990s. At that time, most stations had lev( above those recommended as safe for swimming. However, area beaches (Wasaga Beach, Earl Rowe Provincial Park, Tottenham Conservation Area, New Lowell Conservation Area) are regularly monitored for bacteria during the Summer month Lower Nottawasaga Subwatershed 5-Year Indicators River Results Range Indicator Description Trend (combined impacts) Benthic Grade Insects and other -"bugs'5 that inhabit the streambed are excellent indicators of Varies b (average stream 1.85 C 2.52 D to B stream health. Healthy streams receive a score of "Y while unhealthy streams "I "_ Sub- health) receive a score of Scores are averaged for each subwatershed. watershe Total Phosphorus indicates nutrient levels within a stream. Healthy streams Total 0-007- have levels less than 0.01 mg/L during low flow conditions. Streams typically Varies b Phosphorus 0.036 F 0.045 A to F have levels greater than 0.03 mg/L during storms (Watershed Range. 0.013 Sub- (baseflow; mg/L) 1.29 mg1L). Provincial Water Quality Guidelines suggest that levels greater than watershe 0.03 mg/L result in unhealthy stream conditions. Total High levels of suspended solids make streams look dirty or cloudy. Though Suspended streams may naturally look this way after storms, cloudy water during dry condi- Insuff 1cle Solids 13.89 C 54.48 A to F Liens may indicate urban or agricultural impacts. Our healthiest streams have Data levels less than 5 mg/L during low flow conditions. Environment Canada (baseflow- mg1L) suggests that levels ,greater than 25 mg/L indicate unhealthy stream conditions. E. coli (coliform- E. coli are in human and animal waste. Its presence indicates fecal con- forming 300 C 219- C tarnination-found Ontario Recreational Water Quality Guidelines suggest that waters I:nsuff 1cle units/1 00m 1 ) 405 with less than 100 CFUs/1 00 ml are safe for swimming. Data ITIT'etiancl Uotic[itions Wetland conditions within the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority Watershed are generally good. Large expanses of wetlands can be found on poorly drained lands on the Dundalk Plain above the Niagara Escarpment and the Slincoe Lowlands in the central portion of the watershed. Long, narrow wetlands are often found along river valleys as well as along the Georgian Bay shoreline. Wetlands in some portions of the watershed are under pressure from urban and agricultural expansion. Groundwater recharge in some wetlands maintains groundwater supplies while groundwater discharge from other wetlands maintains cold stream flows that support trout. Wetlands provide natural flood control throughout the watershed and filter Pollutants before they enter streams. Marsh and swamp wetlands within the watershed provide important habitat for a wide range of wildlife. The Minesing Wetlands, located in the heart of the watershed, is recognized as an internationally significant wetland. It supports a number of rare plant and wildlife species and protects Wasaga Beach from flooding. The wetland marshes along the Colling- wood shoreline are found only in certain areas along the Great Lakes shorelines and are considered globally rare. I CrT'o Subwa - rshed NVCA MitrOvds MuniQipal Batjr4arii Upper 4V40 Ita k-.'i'5aQa Rjver'sahwa'ersh-711 t W He A number of wetland groupings within the watershed have Iry 4 etiand alth A been identified as provincially significant by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. Provincial and municipal planning policies D protect these wetlands from development and site alteration. F -11 NVCA Nov, 2005 UTM Zarbe 17 MAD83 . .. .. .. ... .. .... .. Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority Watershed Repoil Card WETLAND CONDITIONS Indicators NVCA Watershed Results Subwatershed Range Indicator Description 5-Year Trend Wetland Cover 12.0% B r- 0 0.0- F to A 10% wetland cover has been identified as a minimum guideline for Varies by 20.2% healthy watersheds (Environment Canada), Subwatershed Wetland Buffer 24.4- A buffer is a vegetated area next to a wetland or stream. Many Varies by (100m buffer area) 3T0% C 50.5% D to B wildlife species require nearby upland areas for foraging, nesting and Subwatershed other activities, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .............. Protect and restore forest and wetland cover, streambanks and shorelines to maintain and enhance natural habitats and corridors (particularly important in degraded subwatersheds) Restore forest and meadow cover next to wetlands, streams and lakes to improve fish and wildlife habitat and water quality Manage plantations with a goal of restoring native forest cover over time Work with landowners to reduce impacts of onstream ponds and shoreline/streambank erosion Work with landowners and municipalities to manage municipal drains to maximize natural functions Work with farmers, municipalities,, developers, golf courses and others to manage nutrients by: keeping livestock out of streams, implementing nutrient management plans, managing urban stormwater runoff and controlling sediment on construction sites Tbanks to our Watershed Champions—our landowners, community/environmental groups, schools, that support stewardship activities in our waters f businesses and government agencies hed! 0 Contact NVCA staff at (705) 424-1479 or at www.nvca.on.ca to get involved! Grades A Forest Conditions Surface Water Quality Wetland Conditions Willow Creek and Matheson Creek are the two main streams in this sub watershed. Willow Creek arises on the rolling sand learns of the Simcoe Uplands near the hamlet of Edgar. It flows into Little Lake—one of the few natural lakes in the Nottawasaga River watershed just north of Barrie. The creek then enters a deep, groundwater-rich valley as it flows westward through Midhurst. Matheson Creek arises along the forested slopes of the Oro Moraine near Cralghurst and flows Southward through a forested sand plain valley that cuts through the nearby uplands. It converges with Willow Creek northwest of Midhurst. Downstream, Willow Creek flows through an agricultural lowland before entering the Minesing Wetlands west of George Johnston Road. Willow Creek discharges to the Nottawasaga River at the north end of the wetland. Two smaller creek systems—Black Creek and Feast Creek—arise along the ground water-ri ch slopes of the Algonquin Bluffs near Snow Valley (south of Willow Creek). These creeks enter the Minesing Wetlands, joining with Willow Creek downstream of George Johnston Road. This report card describes the health of forests, wetlands and streams within the Wi I low Creek subwatershed acid is part of a larger report titled The Notlawasaga Valley Conservatim Authority Watershed Report Cards that is posted on the NVC. A web site (www.nvca.on.ca). Partner Manic ipafifies-.Spri n g water Township. Oro - MedonteFownship., City- of BWTI;� 11 IN Wate.reo.,.urscs.,-,�N'.illo�N-- C.'r.e-ek. Matheson, Creek-, Black Creek,.Keast Creek I-Voi-king Together to Protect and iv tore The Willow Creek subwatershed supports healthy -forest cover. Large forest blocks provide significant habitat for wildlife species which require UndiStUrbed, deep forest habitat (forest. interior) to thrive. Forest cover has increased over the past seven I _y years due to reforestation of marginal farmland but is under pressure from urban development near Barrie and Midh,urst. Forest cover is concentrated on the Oro Moraine and Algonquin Bluffs as well as the Matheson Creek and Willow Creek valley corridors. The rolling sand loans of the Simcoe Uplands to the north and Southwest of Little Lake are well-suited for agriculture and support less forest cover. 1 2 7 4A Creek 7 Legend Forest Interior rie 40. r Forested Area 41, 4f Willow Creek Subwatershed Marsh and swamp wetlands within the .- H Natural Heritage Corridors subwatershed provide important habitat for a wide range of wildlife. An extensive fen — an open wetland dominated by low shrubs, ferns and sedges and grasses — supports rare plants and wildlife in the Minesing Wetlands. Coniferous and mixed forest cover within the Minesing Wetlands, the Willow Creek valley and the headwaters of Matheson Creek provide important winter habitat for deer. Subwatershed forest cover provides important linkages to nearby natural areas within the Nottawasaga River, Severn Sound and Lake Simcoe watersheds. It is part of a significant natural corridor that extends southwest from the Canadian Shield through the Minesing Wetlands to the Niagara Escarpinent. Indicators Willow Creek INCA Watershed Indicator Description 5-Year Trer Results Results Forest Forest Cover is the percentage of the watershed that is forested. Environment 41.8% A 32.8% B Canada suggests that 30% forest cover is the minimum needed to support healthy over wildlife habitat—more coverage is beneficial. Forest interior is the area of forest that lies more than 100 m from a forest edge – Ft away from the windy, dry conditions and predators that are associated with the 16.3 A 10.8% B edge. Sensitive forest birds., mammals, reptiles and amphibians require deep Interior forest habitat for survival. Environment Canada suggests that 10% forest interior cover is the minimum needed to support a range of spec ies- Streamside forest cover (riparian vegetation) filter pollutants and provides Riparian 51.4 B 42.6% C important fish and wildlife habitat. Environment Canada suggests that at least Insufficien Co ver 30 m on each side of the stream (over 75% of its length) should be in forest cover Data to support healthy streams. nrfnop xvntpr quality and Qtrearn 1-iPq1t1-i In tll-ic XklillrykV subwatershed is generally good. Parts of all f our njaj systems support healthy resident trout populations. L supports northern pike, bass and walleye. Upstream of Little Lake, Willow Creek exhibits "fait as it flows through a rolling agricultural landscape. improves downstream of Little Lake as Willow Creel forested, groundwater-rich valley which extends thro Flowing through a forested valley for much of its length, Matheson Creek exhibits "good" stream health from its headwaters downstream to Willow Creek. Downstream of this point, Willow Creek stream health is considered "fair" as it enters an agricultural plain with sparse riparian (streamside) cover and I ivestock access. Downstream of George Johnston Road, healthy conditions return as Willow Creek flows through the Minesing Wetlands. Stream, health is variable in the Black Creek system. Headwater areas are impacted by agricultural land use while healthy sections are associated with extensive forest cover and ground- water discharge (springs) along the Algonquin Bluffs. ­Fair" health conditions are present downstream as the main branch enters the Minesing Wetlands. Fair oftpow- Poor $* Forested Area C3 Willow Creek Subwatershed Nutrient concentrations (Total Phosphorus) and Total Suspended Solids are generally low to moderate at George Johnston Roa( during low flow conditions attesting to generally health stream conditions. Impacts appear to be associated with habitat disturbances rather than poor water quality. Historical bacteria (E. coli) monitoring suggests that summer bacteria levels exceed provincial recreational guidelines for swimming. Willow Creek NV CA v. Indicators Results Subwatershed Average _ Indicator Description 5-Year Trend Insects and other "bugs" that inhabit the stream bed are excellent indicators of Ben hi Gra d e -5, 2 B 2,20 B stream health. Healthy streams receive a score of "3" while unhealthy streams Insufficient receive a score of "I". Sco res, are averaged fo r each s u bwaters h ed. Data Total Phosphorus indicates nutrient levels within a stream. Healthy streams Total have levels less than 0.01 mg/L during low flow conditions. Streams typically Phosphorus 0.019 B �0. 021 C have levels greater than 0.03 mg/L during storms (Willow Creek Range: 0.029 Insufficient Data (baseflow; mg/L) 0.286 mg/L)- Provincial Water Quality Guidelines suggest that levels greater than 0,03 mig/L result in unhealthy stream conditions. Total High levels of suspended solids make streams look dirty or cloudy- Though Suspended streams may naturally look this way after storms, cloudy water during dry condi- Insufficient 7.97 B 9.89 B Lions may indicate urban or agricultural impacts. Our healthiest streams have Solids (baseflow- levels less than 5 mg/L during low flow conditions. Environment Canada sug- Data mg/L) gests that levels greater than 25 mg/L indicate unhealthy stream conditions. E. col i (coliform- E. soli are found in human and animal waste. Its presence indicates fecal con- I forming 365 C 312 C tarnination. Ontario Recreational Water Quality Guidelines suggest that waters Insufficient unit s/100ml) with less than 100 CFUs/1 00 mi are safe for swimming. Data aw associated with the Matheson Creek headwaters and valley, Wetland C'onipleN Little Lake and the Dalston Wetlands. Subwatershed J. wetlands are under pressure from urban development near Midhurst• Little 4 C 10 Craightjr�t `, Wetland Groundwater recharge in some wetlands maintains Pilkey Swami groundwater supplies while groundwater discharge from A other wetlands — such as the lower slopes of the. Algonquin 0 I,— A Bluffs — maintains cold streams flows which support trout. 5 Dalston Nket Midliurst rs Wetlands provide natural flood control throughout Midhurst Swamp the watershed. The Minesing Wetlands provide a critical flood control function for Wasaga Beach. 10 z The Minesing Wetlands is considered Shanty Bay internationally significant and is a great Legend place toy canoeing and appreciate Willow Creek/ Little Lake Wetlands C�3 Locally Significant Wetlands nature! Provincially Significant Wetlands Georgian College Other Wetlands Five wetland groupings within the Nfinesing Wettaod. Wetland Forested Area. SUbwatershed have been identified as Willow Creek Subwatershed provincially significant by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. Provincial and municipal planning policies protect these wetlands from development and site alteration. Protect and restore forest and wetland cover, streambanks and shorelines to maintain and enhance natural habitats and corridors Restore forest and meadow cover next to wetlands and streams to improve wildlife habitat and stream/wetland health. Restore natural channel form on Willow Creek downstream of George, Johnston Road Manage plantations with a goal of restoring native forest cover over time Work with landowners to reduce impacts of onstream ponds, and shoreline/streambank erosion Work with faniners, municipalities, developers, if Courses and others to manage nutrients by- keeping cattle out of streams, implementing nutrient management plans, managing urban stormwater runoff and controlling sediment on construction sites Thanks to our Watershed Champions—our landowners, community groups, schools, businesses and government agencies that support steardship activities i w n our watershed! DWG. Contact NVC A staff at (705) 424-1479 or at wwwnvca,,on.ca to get involved S. The Severn Sound sub water shed consists of five inain watercourses — Wye River. Hogg Creek, Sturgeon River, Coldwater River and North River - that discharge directly to Severn Sound between Midland and Coldwater. W Only the headwaters of the Severn Sound watershed (within Springwater and Oro-Medonte Townships) lie within the jurisdiction of the Nottawasaga. Valley Conservation Authority. The Severn Sound Environmental Association and its partners are responsible for monitoring and managing these systerns on a watershed basis. The delisting of Severn Sound as an international Great Lakes Area of Concern attests to the success of this group and its partners. The Wye River arises from springs on the Sir coe Uplands near Orr Lake. The main branch flows southwest from Orr Lake through the agricultural clay plains of the. Simcoe Lowlands and urban Elmvale before flowing northward Out of Springwater Township toward Wye Marsh and Midland. The headwaters of Hogg Creek arise on sand plains within the Simcoe Lowlands east of Waverley. The creek's shallow valley system meanders through an agricultural landscape as it flows northwest out of Oro-Medonte Township toward Hogg Bay.. Spring-fed tributaries of the Sturgeon River emerge along a valley running between the base of the Sirncoe Uplands and the west edge of the Oro Moraine near Hillsdale. The river flows northward through a broad, deep valley bounded by the Simcoe Uplands, entering Severn Sound at Stur geon Bay. The Coldwater River arises along the forested north slopes of the Oro Moraine between Coulson and Horseshoe Valley before descending into a deep,, forested valley flanked by the Simeoe Uplands. It flows northward along the east edge of Highway 400, leaving Oro -I' edon.te Township at Coldwater before flowing into Matchedash Bay. Tributaries of the North River emerge along the northeast flank of the Oro Moraine, flowing briefly northward and eastward before entering Bass Lake at Bass Lake Provincial Park. The river exits Bass Lake as a slow-moving wetland system, flowing northeast out of Oro-Medonte Township toward Matchedash Bay. This report card describes the health of forests, wetlands and streams within the Severn Sound headwaters and is part of a, larger report titled The !Vottawasaga Vafley coll servation Authority Watevrshe epport Cardv that is posted on the NV CA websile (wwwnvca.on.ca). Partner Municipalities: Oro -11 edonte Township, Sprin,,awaterTownship Watercourses: Wye River, Coldwater River North River. Sturgeon River I ZI-) , Hogg Creek " TI."Orkh?g Tocyelher to Proteci an(I Restore " ra des A Forest Conditions B Surface Water Quality B Wetland Conditions The Severn Sound sub water shed consists of five inain watercourses — Wye River. Hogg Creek, Sturgeon River, Coldwater River and North River - that discharge directly to Severn Sound between Midland and Coldwater. W Only the headwaters of the Severn Sound watershed (within Springwater and Oro-Medonte Townships) lie within the jurisdiction of the Nottawasaga. Valley Conservation Authority. The Severn Sound Environmental Association and its partners are responsible for monitoring and managing these systerns on a watershed basis. The delisting of Severn Sound as an international Great Lakes Area of Concern attests to the success of this group and its partners. The Wye River arises from springs on the Sir coe Uplands near Orr Lake. The main branch flows southwest from Orr Lake through the agricultural clay plains of the. Simcoe Lowlands and urban Elmvale before flowing northward Out of Springwater Township toward Wye Marsh and Midland. The headwaters of Hogg Creek arise on sand plains within the Simcoe Lowlands east of Waverley. The creek's shallow valley system meanders through an agricultural landscape as it flows northwest out of Oro-Medonte Township toward Hogg Bay.. Spring-fed tributaries of the Sturgeon River emerge along a valley running between the base of the Sirncoe Uplands and the west edge of the Oro Moraine near Hillsdale. The river flows northward through a broad, deep valley bounded by the Simcoe Uplands, entering Severn Sound at Stur geon Bay. The Coldwater River arises along the forested north slopes of the Oro Moraine between Coulson and Horseshoe Valley before descending into a deep,, forested valley flanked by the Simeoe Uplands. It flows northward along the east edge of Highway 400, leaving Oro -I' edon.te Township at Coldwater before flowing into Matchedash Bay. Tributaries of the North River emerge along the northeast flank of the Oro Moraine, flowing briefly northward and eastward before entering Bass Lake at Bass Lake Provincial Park. The river exits Bass Lake as a slow-moving wetland system, flowing northeast out of Oro-Medonte Township toward Matchedash Bay. This report card describes the health of forests, wetlands and streams within the Severn Sound headwaters and is part of a, larger report titled The !Vottawasaga Vafley coll servation Authority Watevrshe epport Cardv that is posted on the NV CA websile (wwwnvca.on.ca). Partner Municipalities: Oro -11 edonte Township, Sprin,,awaterTownship Watercourses: Wye River, Coldwater River North River. Sturgeon River I ZI-) , Hogg Creek " TI."Orkh?g Tocyelher to Proteci an(I Restore " F.orest Cover The Severn Sound headwaters supports extensive forest cover. Large forest blocks provide significant habitat for wildlife species which require undisturbed, deep forest habitat to thrive. Over the past seventy years, reforestation of marginal agricultural lands has increased forest cover in, the headwaters area. Large forest tracts are common on the Oro Moraine and portions of the Sir cz)e Uplands as well as along the Sturgeon River and Coldwater River valleys. Sparse forest cover is limited to the agricultural clay plains around Elinvale. Patchier forest cover is present northeast of Orr Lake and northeast of the0ro Moraine. The Copeland Forest is a large forest tract located on the steep slopes of the Oro Moraine and headwater valleys of Sturgeon and Coldwater Rivers. Consisting of a mix of upland and swamp forest, public hiking trails make this a prime destination for Outdoor enthusiasts. Coniferous and mixed forest cover southeast of Orr Lake, along the Sturgeon River valley south of County Road 27, and in the headwaters and valley system of the Coldwater River provide important winter habitat for deer. Headwater forest cover extending northeast to the Canadian Shield and south to Matheson Creek is an integral pail of a natural corridor that extends northeast frolTi the Niagara Escarpment to the east/southeast Canadian Shield. This provincial-scale corridor is highly significant. Forests and wetlands in the Severn Sound headwaters are also connected to natural areas in the Notta-wasaga River watershed to the south and west. Lake Sirncoe watershed to the east and the south shore of Seveni'Sound to the north. Indicators Forest Cover Forest Interior Riparian Cover Severn Sound NVCA Watershed Headwaters Results Results I 463% 1 A 1 32.8% 1 B 19.8% 1 A I 10.8% 1 B 51.3% 1 B 1 42.6% 1 C uIR C"ree) kstone Legend Forest interior Forested Area Severn Sound Watersheds 4r4p, Natural Heritage Corridors Indicator Description I 5-Year Trend Forest Cover is the percentage of the watershed that is forested. Environment insufficient Canada suggests that 30% forest cover is the minimum needed to support healthy Data wildlife habitat — more coverage is beneficial. Forest interior is the area of forest that lies more than 100 m from a forest edge – away from the windy, dry conditions and predators that are associated with the Insufficient edge- Sensitive forest birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians require deep Data forest habitat for survival. Environment Canada suggests that 10% forest interior cover is the minimum needed to support a range of species. Streamside forest cover riparian vegetation) filters pollutants and provides important fish and wildlife habitat. Environment Canada suggests that at least Insufficient 30 m on each side of the stream (over 75% of its length) should be in forest cover Data to support healthy streams. ON �00 2L - 11 0 Surf ace water quality and stream habitat in I i headwaters ranges from "' air" to �Qgoo&". P found throughout the headwaters and middl, And Coldwater Rivers but is restricted to th, of the Wye River. Orr Lake and Bass Lake northern pike and bass. Stream health is considered -faIr"' along the Wye River as a result of impacts from rural and urban areas. Sparse riparian (streamside) vegetation impacts 092 . stream health downstream of Orr Lake through Elmvale. The two headwater branches of Hogg Creek support low flows and stream health conditions have not been evaluated. Emerging from headwater wetlands near Hillsdale, the Sturgeon River flows over the Rumble's Mill dam and enters a broad agricultural valley. Stream health is considered 4141r" through this section. West of Moonstone, stream health improves as the river enters a large wetland which extends north to Highway 23. Springs along the Oro Moraine and nearby uplands provide high quality, healthy source water for the Coldwater River. Flowing through deep, forested valleys, healthy stream conditions persist downstream to Moonstone. Stream health declines to ``fair" as the river flows through agricultural lands to the north boundary of Oro -1 edonte Township. Legend 0 Biornonitoring Sites ^P%Pwft- G cod Fair mftpo— Poor Forested Area Severn Sound Watersheds Shoreline habitats along Bass Lake (and Orr Lake) are moderately impacted by cottage land uses. The North River is a low gradient wetland stream ystern a.s it exits Bass Lake and flows northeast out of Oro-Medonte Township. Nutrient data in the headwaters is limited to the Coldwater River. Phosphorus levels upstream of Moonstone indicate healthy habitat conditions. The Severn Sound Environmental Association suggests that bacteria E. coli) levels in streams draining south to Severn Sound often exceed provincial recreational guidelines for swimming. Severn Sound NVCA 5-Year Indicators Headwaters Subwatershed Indicator Description ren Td Results Average Insects and other "bugs" that inhabit the streambed are excellent indicators Insufficient Benthic Grade 2.47 B 2.20 B of stream health. Healthy streams receive a score of "Y while unhealthy Data streams receive a score of 1". Total Phosphorus indicates nutrient levels within a stream. Our healthiest Total streams have levels less than 0-01 mg/L during low flow conditions- All Insufficient Phosphorus 0.007 A 0.021 C streams have levels greater than 0.03 mg/L during storms. Provincial Water Data (baseflow; rngll-) Quality Guidelines suggest that levels greater than 0.03 mg/L result in unhealthy stream conditions. Total High levels of suspended solids make streams loop dirty or cloudy. Though S uspe nded streams may naturally look this way after storms, cloudy water during dry Insufficient NA 9.89 B conditions may indicate urban or agricultural impacts. Healthy streams have Data Solids levels less than 5 mg/L during low flow conditions. Environment Canada (baseflow; mg/L) suggests that levels greater than 25 mg/L indicate unhealthy conditions. E. E. coli are found in human and animal waste. Its presence indicates fecal Insufficient coli (colliform- contamination. Ontario Recreational Water Quality Guidelines suggest that for ming units/100ml),,i�'111' NA 312 K waters with iess than 100 CFUs/1 00 m I are safe for swimming. Data W& raq ps ra Wetland conditions within the Severn Sound hendxvntp.rs are aener.Av good with extensive Vasey D1, Swamp East wetlands fringed by lowland/upland forest cover. Sw Large wetlands are centered around Orr Lake, Bass Va wy DU am p Lake, the Sturgeon and Coldwater River headwaters orri,aka. Wettand and the Sturgeon River valley upstream of County Road 23. 16 Groundwater recharge in some wetlands maintains groundwater supplies while groundwater discharge from other wetlands – SUch as those draining the Oro Moraine – maintains cold stream flows which support trout. Wetlands provide natural flood control throughout the subwatershed. Marsh and swamp wetlands within the subwatershed provide important habitat for a wide range of wildlife. Vasey Swamp 0 le "15 lip Oro y. Medonte Bog ow. McMahon Creek Swainp Eight wetland groupings within the Severn Sound headwaters have been identified as provincially significant by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. Provincial and municipal planning policies protect these wetlands from development and site alteration. West C'91114"on Copela nd-('raighkirst -Guthrie Conipiex Legend Locally Significant Wetlands Provincially Significant Wetlands Other Wetlands Forested Area Severn Sound Watersheds Indicators Severn Sound Headwater Results NVCA Watershed Results Indicator Description Trend Wetland Cover 11.9% 12.0% A 10% wetland cover has been identified as a minimum Insufficient Data guideline for healthy watersheds (Environment Canada). Wetland Buffer A buffer is a vegetated area next to a wetland or stream- (I 00m buffer area 497% C 37.0% Ilan y wildlife species require adjacent upland areas for Insufficient Data I I I foraging, nesting and other activities. I Lovdc�al Actions Needed ior J.m rove men f", E F * Protect and restore forest and wetland cover., streambanks and shorelines to maintain and enhance natural habitats and corridors + Restore -forest and meadow cover next to wetlands and streams to improve wildlife habitat and stream/wetland health. Manage plantations with a goal of restoring native forest cover over time + Work with laridowners to reduce, impacts of onstrearn ponds, and shoreline/streambank erosion + Work with farmers, municipalities, developers, golf courses and others to inanage nutrients by: k ng eepi cattle out of I P streams, it nutrient management plans, managing urban storrnwater runoff and controlling sediment on construction sites Thanks to our Watershed Champions our landowners, comm.unit,T groups, schools, businesses and government agencies —that support stewardship activities in our watershed! Contact wC staff at (705) 424-1479 or at www,nvca,on.ca to get involved! Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority - Watershed Report Card Grades B Forest Conditions D Surface Water Quality B Wetland Conditions .N a The Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority's (NVCA) watershed is located in south - central Ontario. The watershed extends south from southern Georgian Bay, and includes all lands (3.600 km`) that drain toward this part of the Bay. Much of this area eventually drains to the Nottawasaga River. The northwest portion (Blue Mountain Subwatershed) flows directly into Georgian Bay in Collingwood while the northern portions of Springwater and Oro- Medontc Townships (Severn Sound Headwaters) flow northward toward Severn Sound. The watershed is shaped like a bowl the Niagara Escarpment (west), Oak Ridges Moraine (south) and Simcoe Uplands (north and cast) represent the height of land along the edges ofthe bowl. Streams arise from those high areas and flow dow-nslope into the Simcoe Lowlands (the bottom of ancient Lake Algonquin), which forms the bottom of the bowl. These lowlands extend to Wasaga Beach and Collingwood (a "chip" in the bowl) which allows the Nottawasaga River and Blue Mountain streams to reach Georgian Bay. The NVCA watershed is largely rural in character though urban areas in Barrie, Alliston, Shelburne, Wasaga Beach and Collingwood continue to grow. Land use is dominated by agricultural lands, however, compared to many areas in southern Ontario, natural areas are a significant part of the landscape. Forests and wetlands are generally found in areas that are unsuitable for farming —where soils are too wet. dry, rocky or steep. This report card provides abroad overview of forest, stream and wetland health within the watershed. More detailed descrip- tions can be found in individual subwatcrshed report cards. The entire report card series is part of a larger report titled The Nottawasaga Valky Conservation Authority Watershed Report Cards that is posted on the NVCA website (wwnv.nvca.on.ca). Municipalities: Town of Wasaga Beach, Springwater Township, Oro - Medonte Township, City of Barrie, Essa Township, Town ofinnisfil, Town of Bradford -West Gwillimbury, Town of New Tecunmseth, Adiala- Tosorontio Township, Town of .� Mono, Amaranth Township, Melancdmon Township, Mrdmur Tomi nship, Town of Grev Highlands, Town. of Blue Mountains % ` , Town of Collingwood, CF.B..Borden Subwatersheds: Lower Nottawasaga River, Middle Nottawasaga River, Upper Nottawasaga River, Willow Creek, Mad River, Pine River, Bo3ue River, Innisfil Creek, Blue Mountain, Severn Sound Headwaters Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority Watershed Report Card FOREST HEALTH Georuia� Bay , Blue C" Mad River Subwatershed e River Subwatershed Boyne River Subwatershed e Lr� Q01tt-IJ Uppe 0 2 4 6 8 a Kilometers © NVCA Nov. 200C 11TIb1 Zone 17 NAD83 Noft p rga River Subwatershed. vr: v Middle Severn Sound w Creek n 1 e JL- r c eek i' w Inni it Creek Sub water. 44r Lake Simcoe _i' i Reach Legend C3 NVCA Watersheds nMunicipal Boundaries Forest Health - A B C D - F Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority Watershed Report Card SURFACE WATER QUALITY Geoigia)7 Bay Severn Sound Watersheds' (5 A VCA Nov. 2006 JTM Zone 17 NAD83 Reach Legend C3 NVCA Watersheds Stream Health 06 A C3 B C3 C C3 C a& F F-1 Municipal Boundaries Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority Watershed Report Card WETLAND CONDITIONS Georgian Bay slue Moanfams Watersheds Lower Mott"' wasaga River Reach rzcs zr 0 2 4 6 8 1 I I I I Kilometers © NVCA Nov. 200E UTM Zone 17 NADa3 River n; ztr aga River Subwatershed Middle Severn Sound Watersheds t Creek Legend C3 WCAWatersheds Wetland Health S$ A C3 B C3 C C3 D K F Nlunicipal Boundaries 'Lake Simcoe P R r Reach r' J f \ V r Legend C3 WCAWatersheds Wetland Health S$ A C3 B C3 C C3 D K F Nlunicipal Boundaries �w�Aw Willow Creek z 2007 Subwatershed Report Car Grades A Forest Conditions B Surface Water Quality B Wetland Conditions Willow Creek and Matheson Creek are the two main streams in this subwatershed. Willow Creek arises on the rolling sand loams of the Simcoe Uplands near the hamlet of Edgar. It flows into Little Lake —one of the few natural lakes in the Nottawasaga River watershed just north ofBarric. The creek them enters a deep, groundwater -rich valley as it flows westward through Midhurst. Matheson Creek arises along the forested slopes of the Oro Moraine near Craighurst and flows southward through a forested sand plain valley that cuts through the nearby uplands. It converges with Willow Creek northwest of Midhurst. Downstream, Willow Creek flows through an agricultural lowland before entering the Minesing Wetlands west of George Johnston Road. Willow Creek discharges to the Nottawasaga River at the north end of the wetland. Two smaller creek systems Black Creek and Keast Creek arise along the groundwater -rich slopes of the Algonquin Bluffs near Snow Valley (south of Willow Creek). These creeks enter the Minesing Wetlands, joining with Willow Creek downstream of George Johnston Road. This report card describes the health offorests, wetlands and streams within the Willow Creek subwatershed and is part of a largerreport titled The Nottawasaga Va1hy ConsemationAuthorify Watershed Report Cards that is posted on the NVCA website (www.naca. on.ca). Partner Municipatities:Springwater Township, Oro- Medonte Township, City of Barrie Watercourses: Willow Creek, Matheson Creek, Black Creek, Keast Creek "Working Together to Protect and Restore" Gvabe Forest Conditions A The Willow Creek subwatershed supports healthy forest cover. Large forest blocks provide significant habitat for wildlife species which require undisturbed, deep forest habitat (forest interior) to thrive Forest cover has increased over the past seventy years due to reforestation of marginal farmland but is under pressure from urban development near Barrie and Midhurst. Forest cover is concentrated on the Oro Moraine and Algonquin Bluffs as well as the Matheson Creek and Willow Creek valley corridors. The rolling sand loams of the Snmcoe Uplands to the north and southwest of Little Lake are well -suited for agriculture and support less forest cover. Marsh and swamp wetlands within the subwatershed provide important habitat for a wide range of wildlife. An extensive fen – an open wetland dominated by low shrubs, fems and sedges and grasses – supports rare plants and wildlife in the Minesing Wetlands. Coniferous and mixed forest cover within the Minesing Wetlands, the Willow Creek valley and the headwaters of Matheson Creek provide important winter habitat for deer. Subwatershed forest cover provides important linkages to nearby natural areas within the Nottawasaga River, Sevem Sound and Lake Simcoe watersheds. It is part of a significant natural corridor that extends southwest from the Canadian Shield through the Minesing Wetlands to the Niagara Escarpment. Intlicators Willow Creek NVCA Watershetl indicator Description 6 -Near Trentl t, .. Results Results if 6 -Near Fares[ Average ilk < . •4 r Cover y � ' 32.8% B Canada suggests mat 30 %forest cover is the mini mum nee d.d to support healthy wildlife habitat ore .rage is beneficial. 2.52 B 220. B f�•Legend Data Forest intoner is the —d of forest mat li.s more man 100 m from a forest edge — f 90 me ", K Forest lnt.rlor Forested Area ,r WIIOw Creek SUbwa[.rsh.d do N Natural Hertage Corridors ' subwatershed provide important habitat for a wide range of wildlife. An extensive fen – an open wetland dominated by low shrubs, fems and sedges and grasses – supports rare plants and wildlife in the Minesing Wetlands. Coniferous and mixed forest cover within the Minesing Wetlands, the Willow Creek valley and the headwaters of Matheson Creek provide important winter habitat for deer. Subwatershed forest cover provides important linkages to nearby natural areas within the Nottawasaga River, Sevem Sound and Lake Simcoe watersheds. It is part of a significant natural corridor that extends southwest from the Canadian Shield through the Minesing Wetlands to the Niagara Escarpment. Intlicators Willow Creek NVCA Watershetl indicator Description 6 -Near Trentl Indicators Results Results Insicator Description 6 -Near Fares[ Average Trentl Fors[ Coverts me percentage of me watershed mat is forested. Environment Cover 41.8% A 32.8% B Canada suggests mat 30 %forest cover is the mini mum nee d.d to support healthy wildlife habitat ore .rage is beneficial. 2.52 B 220. B stream heaim. H.almy str eams receive a score of while unhealthy streams "1 ". Data Forest intoner is the —d of forest mat li.s more man 100 m from a forest edge — Fore s[ soon. of Scores are averaged for each subwat.rsh.d. away f m H dy, dry dt d predators meta t d im me Interior 163 A 10.8% B .dg S T f tb d I reptiles and amphi q deep forest hall tat for sury al. Environment Canada suggest; mat 10% forest Heron have levels less than 0.01 mg/L during low flow conditions. Streams typically nsuffici.nt Is the minimum needed to support a range of species. 0serlow; .019 B 0.021 C have levels greaterthan0.03 mg /L during storms (Willow Creek Range .0.029— Data Streamside forest cover (riparian vegetation) filter pollutants and provides filparin Cover 51.4 B 42.6 C mponant fish and wildlife habitat. Environment Canada suggests mat st least 30 m on each side of me stream (ever 75% of its length) should be In forest cover Insufficient Data 0.03 mg/L result in unh.Ithy stream conditions. to suppon healthy streams. 6 A0, Surface Water Quality GB e Surface water quality and stream health in the Willow Creek subwatershed is generally good. Parts of all four major creek _ -- eysteme support healthy resident trout populations. Little Lake / supports northern pike, bass and walleye. Upstream of Little Lake, Willow Creek exhibits "fail" stream health as it flows th rough a rolling agricultural landscape. Stream health improves downstream of Little Lake as Willow Creek enters a •` aoo forested, groundwater -rich valley which extends through Midhurst. A CII Flowing through a forested valley for much of its length, Matheson Creek exhibits "good" stream - health from its headwaters downstream to purer Willow Creek. Downstream of this point, n Willow Creek stream health is considered "fair" + as it enters an agricultural plain with sparse npamm (etreameide) cover and livestock acc ess. Downstream of George Johnston Road, healthy 1 / conditions return as Willow Creek Howe through \L.•'`- -Ll... \V ' the Minesing Wetlands. Legend Stream health is variable in the Black Creek B omori raring rtes system. Headwater areas are impacted by —Go d agricultural land use while healthy sections are Fair associated with extensive forest cover and ground- .n. –poor water discharge (springs) along the Algonquin Bluffs. Forested Area "Fait" health conditions are present downstream as C3 Willow Creek sebweu.rsh.d the main branch enters the Minesing Wetlands. Nutrient concentrations (Total Phosphorus) and Total Suspended Solids are generally low to moderate at George Johnston Road during low flow conditions attesting to generally health stream conditions. Impacts appear to be associated with habitat disturbances rather than poor water quality. Historical bacteria (E. tali) monitoring suggests that summer bacteria levels exceed provincial recreational guidelines for swirm ung. Willow Creek NVGA Indicators Results Subwatershetl Insicator Description 6 -Near Average Trentl sects and othe, sites 'mat inhabit the streambed are excellent indicators of "3" nsufficient Benthic Grade 2.52 B 220. B stream heaim. H.almy str eams receive a score of while unhealthy streams "1 ". Data soon. of Scores are averaged for each subwat.rsh.d. Total Phosphorus indicates nument levels within a stream. Heaimy streams Total have levels less than 0.01 mg/L during low flow conditions. Streams typically nsuffici.nt Phosphorus 0serlow; .019 B 0.021 C have levels greaterthan0.03 mg /L during storms (Willow Creek Range .0.029— Data (ba al 0286mg /L) Provin cial WderQ,blity Guidelines suggest that levels greater than 0.03 mg/L result in unh.Ithy stream conditions. Total High levels of suspended sal ds mak t k d ny dy_. Though SUSps streams may naturally look th sway b ft t udy t d g dry cond insufficient Solids (baserl..; 7 9 B gag B t one may indcate urban or agrcultural impacts .Om- health est streams have levels less than 5 mg/L dudng low flow conditions. Environment Canada sug Data al gests that levels greater than 25 mg/L indicate unhealthy stream conditions_ E. tali (coliform- E. toll are found In human and animal waste. Its presence Indicates fecal coo- forming 365 C 312 C tamination. Ontario Recreational Water Quality Gh deli n.s sugg.stthd waters Insufficient units 1100.1) with less man 100 CFUS /100 ml ar. safe for swimming. Data Wetland Conditions G� c Wetland conditions within the Willow Creek subwatershed -opa,,,a-ca:anur:r- are generally healthy. The Minesing Wetlands is the largest cudwe comn well grouping; however, extensive wetlands are also associated with the Matheson Creek headwaters and valley, wer>aaa Gomel« Little Lake and the Dalston Wetlands. Subwatershed wetlands are under pressure fromurban development near Militarist. am Groundwater recharge in some wetlands maintains groundwater supplies while groundwater discharge from;1� other wetlands — such as the lower slopes of the Algonquin Bluffs — maintains cold streams flows which support trout. Wetlands provide natural flood control throughout as NVCA Watershed Results Indicator Description the watershed. The Minesing Wetlands provide a critical flood control function for Wasaga Beach. Wetland Cover 20 2% The Minesing Wetlands is considered 12.0% A sw„ye.r internationally significant and is a great Legend 9 place to go canoeing and appreciate nature! wmew creeW - cim�eak�wetu�as �cally slgrnrmanc weilai d ,swoms. anerweaanas Five wetland groupings within the terenaonrez subwatershed have been identified as t_� will. crewsoowaiershcd provincially significant by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. Provincial and municipal planting policies protect these wetlands from development and site alteration. Indicators Willow Creek Results NVCA Watershed Results Indicator Description S.'YF9T Trend Wetland Cover 20 2% A 12.0% A 10% wetland cover has been identified as a minimum guideline for healthy watersheds (environment Canada). Wetland Buller Well A buffer is o vegetated area nett to awefand m stream. Many wildlife species buffer area) 48.2 C. 370% C require adjacent upland areas for foraging, nesting and other actiUti es. ♦ Protect and restore forest and wetland cover, streambanks and shorelines to maintain and enhance natural habitats and corridors ♦ Restore forest and meadow cover next to wetlands and streams to improve wildlife habitat and streamiwetland health. ♦ Restore natural channel form on Willow Creek downstream of George Johnston Road ♦ Manage plantations with a goal of restoring native forest cover over time ♦ Work with landowners to reduce impacts of onstream ponds, and shorelinefstreambank erosion ♦ Work with farmers, municipalities, developers, golf courses and others to manage nutrients by: keeping cattle out of streams, implementing nutrient management plans, managing urban stormwater runoff and controlling sediment on construction sites Thanks to our Watershed Champions —our landowners, community groups, schools, businesses and government agencies —that support stewardship activities in our watershed! Contact NVCA staff at (705) 424 -1479 or at www.nvca.on.ca to get involved! g w 0ii GYaae "" Severn Sound Headwaters Wetland Conditions B 2007 Report Card Wetland conditions within the Severn Sound headwate are generally good - th a tens) e wetlands fr g d by lowland/upland f t Large wetland are eme d around Or Lake, Bass Lake, the St g d Coldwater R headwaters and the Sturgeon River valley upstream of County ..// Road 23. Groundwater recharge in some wetlands maintains groundwater supplies while groundwater discharge from other wetlands such as those draining the Oro Moraine - maintains cold e11 stream flows which support trout. Wetlands provide natural flood control throughout the subwatershed. Marsh and swamp wetlands within the subwatershed provide important habitat for a wide range of wildlife. ii1 ° " " ° "' °'° uesend Eight wetland within the Seven Sound headwaters have been g groupings iden[i led as provincially significant by the Ontario Ministry ofNatuml Resources. Provincial and municipal planning policies protect these wetlands from�ese ^a om development mid site alteration. Intlica[ors Severn S...d Xeadwater Results NVCA Wat,mhetl R—Its Intlica[or Description Trend Welland Cover t g B 12 o A io% wetland cover has been identified as a minimum Insufficient data guideline for healthy watersheds (Environment Canatla). Wetland Buffer A buffer is a vegetated area ne.t to a _t "d or sueam. (loom barer areal 49.] C 37.0 /° C Many .111& species require adjacent upland areas For Insufficient Data foraging, nesting and other activities. • Protect and restore forest and wetland cover, streambanks and shorelines to maintain and enhance natural habitats and ridor • Restore forest and meadow cover next to wetlands and streams to improve wildlife habitat and stream /wetland health. Manage plantations with a goal of restoring native forest cover over time ♦ Work with landowners to reduce impacts of onstream ponds, and shoreline/streambank erosion ♦ Work with farmers, municipalities, developers, golf courses mid others to manage nOrients by: keeping cattle out of streams, implementing nutrient management plans, managing urban stormwater runoffand controlling sediment on construction sites The Seven Sound subwatershed consists of five main watercourses — Wye River, Hogg Creek, Sturgeon River, Coldwater River mid North River- that discharge directly to Severn Sound between Midland and Coldwater. Only the headwaters ofthe Severn Sound watershed (within Springwater and Ora - Medonte Townships) he within the jurisdiction ofthe Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority. The Seven Sound Environmental Association and its partners are responsible for monitoring and managing these systems on a watershed basis. The delisting of Severn Sound as an international Great Lakes Area of Concern attests to the success of this group and its partners. Grades A Forest Conditions B Surface Water Quality B Wetland Conditions NVCA Wid The Wye River arises from springs on the Simcoe Uplands near Orr Lake. The main branch flows southwest from Orr Lake through the agricultural clay plains of the Simcoe Lowlands and urban Elmvale before flowing northward out ofSpringwater Township toward Wye Marsh and Midland. The headwaters of Hogg Creel, arise on sand plains within the Simcoe Lowlands east of Waverley. The creek's shall— valley system meanders through an agricultural landscape as it flows northwest out of Oro - Medonte Township toward Hogg Bay. Spring -fed tributaries ofthe Sturgeon River emerge along a valley running between the base ofthe Simcoe Uplands and the west edge of the Oro Moraine. near Hillsdale. The river flows northward through a broad, deep valley bounded by the Simcoe Uplands, entering. Severn Sound at Sturgeon Bay. The Coldwater River arises along the forested north slopes ofthe Ora Moraine between Coulson and Horseshoe Valley before descending into a deep, forested valley flanked by the Simcoe Uplands. It flows northward along the east edge of Highway 400, leaving Oro - Medonte Township at Coldwater before flowing into Matche hash Bay. Tributaries ofthe North River emerge along the northeast flank ofthe Oro Moraine, flowing briefly northward and eastward before entering Bass Lake at Bass Lake Provincial Park. The river exits Bass Lake as a slow - moving . wetland system, flowing northeast out of Oro - Medonte Township toward Matchedash Bay. Thanks to our Watershed Champions —our landowners, community groups, schools, businesses and Thi, report d d .... ibcs h hea Ith of f gists, uctiands a d t within th, S score head, ac d i, pit t of a let gei report titled government agemi —that support stewardship activities in our watershed! Th, N muv h Il y [ - ti l rRlnnry IVnrersl [ R p r C As that is post,, e n the NVCA r gibs to (www nvca on ca) Partner vlu.icipall dies: Oro Medonte Township, Spring—ter Township Contact NVCA staff at (705) 424 -1479 or at www.nvca.on.ca to get involved! t�om'"°' watercourees: Wye River, Coldwater River, N.oh River. Sturgeon giver. IloggCreek i�l!�i?L'E "Working Together W Protect and Restore" Grade Forest Conditions A The Severn Sound headwaters sup- ports extensive forest cover. Large forest blocks pro -� . vide + significant habitat for wildlife species - which require undisturbed, deep for y '� Large forest tracts are common one the Oro Moraine and portions of the Simcoe Uplands as well as along the Sturgeon River and �` Coldwater River valleys. Sparse �•AI� forest cover is limited to the agricultural clay plains around Elm ale. Patchier forest cover is present ., northeast of Orr Lake and northeast ofthe Oro Moraine. The Copeland Forest is a large forest tract located on the steep slopes fthe Oro Moraine and headwater valleys of Sturgeon and Coldwater Rivers. Consistingofa mix of upland and swamp forest, public hiking trails make this a prime destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Coniferous and mixed Forest cover southeast of Orr Lake, along the Sturgeon River valley south of County Road 27, and in the headwaters and valley system of the Coldwater River provide important winter habitat for deer. Headwater forest cover extending northeast to the Canadian Shield and south to Matheson Creek is an integral part of a natural corridor that extends northeast from the Niagara Escarpment to the east/southeast Canadian Shield. This provincial -scale corridor is highly significant. Forests and wetlands in the Severn Sound headwaters are also connected to natural areas in the Nottawasaga River watershed to the south and west, Lake Simcoe watershed to the cast and the south shore of Seven Sound to the north. Foreste C:3 Area K�.�r d W Severn sound watersheds N Naturel Heritage Corridors Surface Water Quality Gm )e B Surface water quality and stream habitat in the Severn Sound Severn Sound NVCA Watershed found throughout the headwaters and middle sections of the Sturgeon And Coldwater Rivers but is restricted to the upper headwaters Indicators Headwaters Results Indicator Description 5- YearTrend Results Stream health is considered "fair" along the , Wye River as a result of impacts from rural Forest and urban areas Sparse riparian °ale (sfreamside) vegetation impacts Forest Cover is the percentage of the watershed that is forested. Environment Insufficient Lake through Elmvale. 46.3% A 32.8% B Canatla suggests that 30%forest cover Is the minimum needed to support healthy nsuacient Data Cover wiltllife habitat —more ernge is benefcial. Data Total Forest interior Is the area of forest that lies mare than 100 in from a forest edge - nsuacient Forest Forest 0. A 0,021 C way from the windy, dry conditions and predators that are associated with the Insufficient (baseflow;. hi 193% A 10.8% B edge. Sensitive forest birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians require deep forest habitat for survival. Environment Canada suggests that 10% forest Interior Data cover Is the minimum needed to support a range of species. Total St eamside forest cover (riparian vegetation) filters pollutants and provides Riparian C important fish and will habitat. Environment Canada suggests that at least InsuHlcienl COVer 51.3% B 42.6% g 30 m on each side of the stream (over 75% of its length) should be In forest cover Data (baseflow; hi lL) to support healthy stream Surface Water Quality Gm )e B Surface water quality and stream habitat in the Severn Sound Severn Sountl headwaters ranges from "fair" to "good'. Productive trout habitat is found throughout the headwaters and middle sections of the Sturgeon And Coldwater Rivers but is restricted to the upper headwaters /• of the Wye River. Orr Lake and Bass Lake provide habitat for • �\ / northern pike and bass. 1 Results Stream health is considered "fair" along the , Wye River as a result of impacts from rural and urban areas Sparse riparian °ale (sfreamside) vegetation impacts stream health downstream of Orr Lake through Elmvale. 2.47 The two headwater branches of Hogg Creek support low flows and stream`''v health conditions have not been evaluated. Legend Emerging from headwater wetlands near Hillsdale, the Sturgeon River flows over the . eiomonilodng sites Rumble's Mill dam and enters a broad agricultural valley. Stream health is considered .n. -rood "fair" through this section. West of Moonstone, stream health improves as the river Fair enters a large wetland which extends north to Highway 23. �+�•� Poor Springs along the Oro Moraine: and nearby uplands provide high quality, healthy source: water Forested Area for the Coldwater River. Flowing through deep, forested valleys, healthy stream conditions a sever. sound Watersheds persist downstream to Moonstone. Stream health declines to "fair" as the river flows through agricultural lands to the north boundary of Oro- Medonte Township. Shoreline habitats along Bass Lake (and Orr Lake) are moderately impacted by cottage land uses. The North River is a low gradient wetland stream system as it exits Bass Lake and flows northeast out of Oro - Medonte Township. Nutrient data in the headwaters is limited to the Coldwater River. Phosphorus levels upstream of Moonstone indicate healthy habitat conditions. The Severn Sound Environmental Association suggests that bacteria (E. coh) levels in streams draining south to Severn Sound often exceed provincial recreational guidelines for swimming. Severn Sountl NVCA 6 -Yee ear Y Indicators Headwaters Subwal ershed Indicator Description Trend Results Average Insects and other 'bugs' that Inhabit the stmambed are excellent indicators Benthie Grade 2.47 B 2.20 B of stream health, Healthy streams receive a score of "3" while unhealthy streams romi a of T. nsuacient Data Total Phosphorus indicates nutrient levels wil a stream. Our healthiest Total streams have levels less than 0.01 mg /L tluring low flawconditions. All nsuacient Phosphorus 0. A 0,021 C streams have levels greaterthan 0.03 mg /L during storms. Provincial Water Data (baseflow;. hi Quality Guidelines suggest that levels greater than 0.03 mg /L result in unhealthy stream wndilions. Total High levels of suspended solids make streams look dirty or cloudy. Though Suspended streams may naturally look this way after storms, cloudy water during dry Insufficient Solids NA 9.89 g conditions may indirzle urban or agricultural impacts. Healthy streams have levels less than 5 mg/L tluring low flow conditions. Environment Canada Data (baseflow; hi lL) suggests that levels gream, than 25 mg /L indicate unhealthy conditions, E.eoli E. toll are found inhuman and animal waste. Its presence indicates fecal Insuacient (coliform- forming unitsl100m1) NA 312 C contaminatlon. Ontario Recreational Water Quality Guidelinessugges [that waters with less then 100 CFUS /100 ml are safe far swimming. Data NVCA Actions to protect and restore guided by Report Cards • Land stewardship, Habitat protection • Plan Input and review • Regulations • Engineering, technical support • Flood and erosion control • Education LANDS AND WATER STEWARDSHIP SERVICES Grant Incenl ' T • Encourage landowners to improve water quality and stream health • Financial & technical assistance Watershed report cards in summary • Describe stream, forest and wetland health • Trend information is critical • Direct management efforts • Communicate clear message • Reflect best science • Promote protection/restoration Actions Ir, AV AV ®® 7ik AV Gaviller & Company «P — CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS— Telephone 705/445 -2020 Fax 705/444 -5833 Email sbragg @gaviller.on.ce Township of Oro - Medonte 148 Line 7 S., Box 100 Oro, Ontario LOL 2X0 Attention: Harry Hughes, Mayor Dear Mayor Hughes: Re: 2006 Year End Audit 115 Hurontario Street 3rd Floor, P.O. Box 130 Collingwood, Ontario L9Y 3Z4 April 3, 2007 SCI Piease Mark Your Repp For The AV ^:?on O S. E. Bragg, B.B.A., CA ry ,rte, n,L i13 O tf. N T E During the course of our year end audit of the Township of Oro - Medonte for the year ended December 31, 2006 we identified the following matters which may be of interest to Council: Follow up required on lot grading deposits and developer accounts As noted in our 2006 interim letter, there are several old lot grading deposits and developer accounts that require follow up. We understand that the treasury department has provided a list of planning application deposits to the planning department to investigate and determine whether or not refunds can be issued, A summary of site plan security deposits was also provided to the engineering department so that compliance could be determined and security deposits refunded. We would hope that the necessary follow ups are completed prior to the 2007 interim audit. Management comments: A review of procedures relating to lot grading deposits will have to be undertaken and a plan of action developed to refund deposits that can be refunded. The objective of an audit is to obtain reasonable assurance as to whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, and it is not designed to identify matters that may be of interest to management in discharging its responsibilities. Accordingly, an audit would not necessarily identify all such matters. By its nature, this letter tends to deal with those areas of internal control where we feel improvements may be achieved. Accordingly, we have not commented on the many strong features of your system. These comments relate to the accounting systems only, and are not intended to reflect upon the competence or integrity of the municipality's personnel. ­ a Owen Sound = _ w Collingwood ,, , , ,waiker�on I Meafc -G _ I This communication is prepared solely for the information of Council and is not intended for any other purpose. We accept no responsibility to a third party who uses this communication. We would like to take this opportunity to thank Paul Gravelle and all of the Treasury staff for their assistance and complete co- operation during our audit. Please feel free to call with any comments or questions at your convenience. Yours very truly GAVILLER & COMPANY LLP s /seb Per: 6" cc: Paul Gravelle, Treasurer INNOVATIVE NG SOLUTIO Project .- and Land Development Thursday April 5th, 2007 Township of Oro - Medonte 148 Line 7 South, Box 100 Oro, Ontario LOL 2X0 rF' Attention: Mayor Harry Hughes and Members of Council I Bruce Hoppe, Director of Planning�Ii uT Dear Sirs: ! TOwAF =1sHiP Re: Craighurst Secondary Plan Major Landowners Request for Meeting I am writing on behalf of the CRAIGHURST MAJOR LANDOWNERS GROUP (`the landowners'), who own the four largest properties of Craighurst. The members are indicated in the list at the end of this letter. The landowners have been following the progress of the Craighurst Secondary Plan since its commencement and have met on a number of occasions to coordinate efforts regarding planning and development of Craighurst and establish a useful business relationship with the Township. The Landowners desire to have the municipality complete the Craighurst Secondary Plan. To date, a number of studies by Township consultants have been developed to investigate and collect valuable background information. We understand that a great deal of time and money has been invested to have these studies completed. With the growth pressures facing Simcoe County, the Landowner's state that now is the time to ensure Township investment in Craighurst is protected by completing the Secondary Plan. This will help achieve what is envisioned for this community in the Official Plan. We are requesting a meeting with members of Council, Senior Staff, and Township consultants to discuss completion and timing for the Secondary Plan. The Landowners will outline their commitment to a co- operative process to completing the Secondary Plan allowing them to continue with the development process for Craighurst. io 111M C1 II I CRFISCUv t, !I }Rtilt ON I ARIO 1.4v 5B2 1 7 L ( -o5� -'_f -46C' F \X: b• "ih -a i_' EM 11 Pi \NNIX 101,1'[(1;\ (Q, RiI C;LRS.COA3 Please call me to set a time for the requested meeting at the Township office. Respectfully submitted, Darren P. Vella, B.Sc President / Director of Planning Cc: Members of Major Landowners Group Floyd and Barb Sinton Greg and Jeanette Garrett Betty Veitch Curtis Gray Planner- Gary Bell Skelton Brumwell & Associates Inc. ORO AGRICULTURAL SOCIE April 18, 2007 T, ,__.� d l ORO�///J111 CCC... a,WORLD'S' P.O. Box 175 Oro ON LOL 2X0 Telephone(705)487 -1753 Fax (705)4871756 Webpage www oroworldsfar com Email oroagsoc�elv(asym�ahco ca Mayor Hughes & Council The Oro Agricultural Fair Board intends this spring and summer to replace our existing food booth with a new and updated booth. We have secured a booth which is much larger. With the layout of the fair we need to locate it in the same general location in order to be in the food court area of the fair. In order to achieve this we need to position the food booth parallel to the school fair building away from the side door. This would mean locating a portion of the booth on the Township of Oro - Medonte property behind the Township Works Building by approx. "20 feet" (see attachment #1). The Township of Oro Medonte and the Oro Fair Board as you know for many years we have had an excellent working relationship with both parties using each other's property at various times throughout the year. The Oro Fair Board appreciates the Township of Oro - Medonte giving the fair the use of the Township Work Sheds and the Old Town Hall during Heritage Day and the Oro World's Fair as we are sure the township appreciates the use of the fair grounds to store equipment and vehicles throughout the year. The Fair Board would also like the township to consider a proper boundary adjustment on the north boundary behind the works building (see attachment #2) in order to have our new food booth located totally on the property. We understand boundary adjustment will take some time so we are requesting firstly for council to consider allowing the food booth to locate partly on the township property, and secondly that you consider the boundary adjustment. The Fair Board would like to suggest three options for a boundary adjustment (attachment #2). Thank you very much for your prompt consideration in these matters. Sincerely yours Bruce Campbell President — Oro Agricultural Society Encl: Attachment #1 Attachment #2 BC /tc c�� a 3 co I ■ o �� j I N 5 T. N o' -7 9e N60'32'00"E 27 \ . (ten •— '��--- �e-- -x 0.97 .: OLD Posr t< x V) W p 0 U N61-14 35 Z O ..i' o 3 13.76 �u z / C- I N S T. G N 98(1546 i9 B/ ' _ m ;O U 14.72 O 'I a N57'3510 E i W 0 P t oo yti. 2 Z ? 56 -- -- -- -- - -- W - SIB (:546) OLD POST *MR FEN G OP7 -116A) W CE J P W r E N PART W U PART REM A -1 NOER OF INS Z n O `m' Q n q / 2. J E 3 n � Q � � P •� p rr ;, N Y Q is z _I z S.W. 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U ^ : d Qi� S (1546 �o L14.A/10 .. j N \,2 N5735''E O s o �, e Z'- O IB o w i- "('QF1 (1548) 15065 �N68'29'5p'E (1546) 2 - 7 se OLD J �--. POST 9g FE NCE W BI m i (1546) E PART .\ �! 3 ' U n ~ N n) 1 REM Ai N DER OF !NS Z n PART O W / Q v� P NV rx Z s-vv. CORNER M i LO 5r ON a Q / 393.69 mw.. (393.53 Q — IB 246.06 (1546) IRREGULAR MRE F1 POST ✓k .77 195 I j1 279.2% move (27[G INST. N, 3715) 5:2 -36) N ' (REFERENCE BEARING) " Rnen All nWAKIrrc Barrie Detachment POLICING REPORT January 1St- March 31St, 2007 S /Sgt. Ed Whinnery Detachment Commander Barrie OPP t t Detachment Profile Resident Population = :. ; -'. ; 19,000, 'Patrol Area,(A- Roadwa s kilometres - 750 Waterways - Lake Simcoe / Bass Lake ,Staffing-:: .. 36 Motory/ehicle Collisions .,,.. ` r� _x;`':106 ", S /Sgt. - 1 Personal Injury - 13 Sgt. - 4 Property Damage - 92 Constable - 26 Fatal Accidents - 1 Cadets - 1 Persons Injured - 17 Civilians - 4 Call,06r.Senrice�. '920 Detachment Specialists; , .:.: '' Detachmeht Vehicleis Detectives - 2 Marked - 8 Marine - 2 Unmarked - 1 Technical Traffic Invest. - 0 Snowmobiles - 0 Breathalyzer Technicians - 2 Motorcycle - 0 Community Service Officer - 1 Vessel - 0 Emergency Response Team - 2 ATV - 0 Scenes of Crime Officers - 3 PWC - 0 4� y OPERATIONS 2006 2007 Violent Crime Incidents 18 22 Robbery 1 0 Assault 8 11 Sexual Assault 1 4 Clearance Rate 78% 91% (all incident types ) Property Crime Incidents 97 65 Break and Enter 24 13 Theft 34 28 Auto Theft (over $5,000.) 10 3 Clearance Rates 7% 6.5% (all incident types) I Detachment Traffic Data 2006 2007 Fatal 1 (MSV) 1 (MSV) Personal Injury 16 13 Persons Injured 22 17 Property Damage 69 92 Alcohol Related Collisions 1 6 # of vehicles -RIDE 381 723 # of vehicles - Seatbelt 98 514 # of Provincial Offences Tickets issued 512 448 ( all offences) r_ Incidents 2006 2007 Calls for service 947 929 # of dedicated patrol hours 554 652 ADMINISTRATION Personnel /Staffing Issues: Detachment complement is 26 Constables , 4 Sgt's , 1 S /Sgt. As of March 31s` the Detachment was at full strength. One member due to retire in July 2007 Transport & Equipment Fleet is up to date. Black and White cars being distributed to each Detachment when required. OPP Community Services Constable George Silvestri - Media Releases issued - 42 - Community Events attended. - 4 - School visits - 23 ORV ATV LAWS ONTARIO ATV LAWS • OFF -ROAD VEHICLES ACT — RSO 1990 • Governs all off -road vehicles when not operated on highways • HIGHWAY TRAFFIC ACT • REGULATION 316/03 — 31 July 2003 • Governs all- terrain vehicles when operated on highways OFF -ROAD VEHICLES OFF-ROAD VEHICLES rig OFF -ROAD VEHICLES OFF -ROAD VEHICLES OFF -ROAD VEHICLES ORV EXCLUDES • 7 'IV lei IF •4 ALL - TERRAIN VEHICLE • Defined in Ontario Regulation 316/03, Section 1, as • An off -road vehicle that, • Has four wheels, the tires of all of which are in contact with the ground, • Has steering handle bars, • Has a seat that is designed to be straddled by the driver, and • Is designed to carry a driver only and no passengers. ALL - TERRAIN VEHICLES s ATV EXCLUDES ATV EXCLUDES HTA SECTION 191.8 • Provides authority for municipalities to make by -laws regulating highway use of ATVs • BY -LAWS CAN CONTROL • Part or parts of highways for use • Lower speed limit than in Ont. Reg. 316/03 • Months or hours of operation EXEMPTIONS • Persons driving an off -road vehicle directly across a highway • Farmers and licensed trappers • Public works employees which includes fire, ambulance, police, municipal, hydro, telephone and rail workers. • Roads listed in Schedule "C" of Ontario Regulation 316/03 ONTARIO REGULATION 316/03 • To find Ontario Regulation 316 -03 • AATiATAAT IIAAAT4; 'AT fA" C - • Once there select "English ". Then click on "Specific statutes and Regulations ". Click on the letter "H ". Then scroll down to "Highway Traffic Act" & click on the " +" symbol to the left of "Highway Traffic Act ". This will give you both the Act and all the regulations related to it. Scroll down to "Operation of Off -Road Vehicles on Highways" and click on that title. This will give you that regulation. 316/03 • To find Ontario Regulation 316 -03 • Once there select "English ". Then click on "Specific statutes and Regulations ". Click on the letter "H ". Then scroll down to "Highway Traffic Act" & click on the " +" symbol to the left of "Highway Traffic Act ". This will give you both the Act and all the regulations related to it. Scroll down to "Operation of Off -Road Vehicles on Highways" and click on that title. This will give you that regulation. To find the Off Road Vehicles Act www.e- laws.gov.on.ca Once there select "English ". Then click on "Specific statutes and Regulations ". Click on the letter "O ". Then scroll down to "Off Road Vehicles Act" & click on the " +" symbol to the left of "Off Road Vehicles Act ". This will give you both the Act and the regulations related to it. To find Ontario Regulation 316 -03 www.e-laws.Rov.on.ca Once there select "English ". Then click on "Specific statutes and Regulations ". Click on the letter "H". Then scroll down to "Highway Traffic Act" & click on the " +" symbol to the left of "Highway Traffic Act". This will give you both the Act and all the regulations related to it. Scroll down to "Operation of Off -Road Vehicles on Highways" and click on that title. This will give you that regulation. RELATED INTERNET WEB SITES www.catv.ca www.ofatv.ore wuw. safety - council. ora www.atvontario.com TOWNSHIP OF ORO- MEDONTE .,. Dept. Report No. To: Prepared By: TR 2007 -10 Committee of the Whole Bonnie McPhee AQ00336 Subject: Department: Council March 14, 2007 Treasury AC00427 Statement of Accounts 4,386,075.95 Date: C. of W. 385.00 AC0428 March 28, 2007 April 11, 2007 Motion # March R.M. File #: Date: Roll #: Following is the statement of accounts for the month of March. Batch No. Date Amount Cheque Registers: AC00425 March 07, 2007 $ 33,719.64 AQ00335 March 08, 2007 251.88 AQ00336 March 08, 2007 54.10 AC00426 March 14, 2007 246,828.27 AC00427 March 21, 2007 4,386,075.95 AQ00337 March 21, 2007 385.00 AC0428 March 28, 2007 137,005.97 Payroll: PR00206 PR00209 PR00212 March 03, 2007 March 17, 2007 March 31, 2007 103,446.15 98,733.34 90,451.13 Credit Card Registers: AE00055 March 19, 2007 301 A0 AE00056 March 19, 2007 1,577.55 $ 4,804,320.81 292,630.62 Total $ 5,098,830.38 RECOMMENDATIONS : 1. THAT Report No. TR 2007 -10 is received. 2. The accounts for the month of March 2007 totaling $ 5,098,830.38 are received. Respectfully submitted, Bonnie McPhee Accounting Clerk C.A.O. Comments: 1 C.A.O Date: { Dept. Head TOWNSHIP OF ORO- MEDONTE 2007 GRANT REQUESTS 2006 2007 AMOUNT 2007 ORGANIZATION GRANT REQUEST REQUESTED APPROVED 911 Advisory Board _ _.. .100.00 Coldwater & District Agricultural Society 200.00 A Coldwater Music Festival 25.00 Community Policing 500.00 Couchiching Jubilee House 500.00 B 'Crime Stoppers _ 500.00 - c Hospice House Simcoe_ I Rugby Community Hall not s D Information Orillia Shanty Bay Festival - Village Green Association not s E McLaren Art Center K 'Telecare Orillia Distress Centre 1 North Simcoe Soil & Crop 60.00 F 'Oro Agricultural Society 500.00 _ not s G Oro Station Hall 1,000.00 not s Oro - Medonte Children's Choir 500.00 0 H Oro- Medonte Horticultural Socaety 1,000.0 Remembrance Day Services 300.00 Road Watch 511.61 I Rugby Community Hall 1,000.00 Shanty Bay Euchre Group 2,402.77 Shanty Bay Festival - Village Green Association 150.00 i Simcoe County Plowing Match 200.00 K 'Telecare Orillia Distress Centre 50.00', Rental fees waived: Cadeau Trinity Church _ Cancer Society _ Career Centre Hawkestone Church Oro District Lions Vasey Minor Baseball Community Policing Oro- Medonte Horticulture Hawkestone_Singers _ Policing Committee Horseshoe Valley Ratepayers _ Firefighters Association i 809 52 168 !007 BUDGET not IieYI prepared by Paul G..Re, Treasurer 4/12/2007 COLDWATER MUSIC FESTIVAL COLDWATER, ONTARIO LOK 1 EO R'. i` I APR 0 a ,IQ7 March 30, 2007 0�? ©1�� ° °�T� Township of Oro- Medonte The Coldwater Music Festival committee have already started organizing this year's Festival. As in the past we hope you will find us worthy of your financial consideration, as you and the many other individuals, businesses and corporations are the backbone of the Festival. This year the festival will be held at the Coldwater United Church from Tuesday, May 1St, 2007 to Friday, May 5th, 2007. We invite you to attend and experience the Coldwater Music Festival and look forward to seeing you. The Coldwater Music Festival promotes development and support in the arts and the school children look forward to this annual event. Yours Sin erely, Vanita Suessmann Treasurer / Financial Chairperson Donations may be sent to: Coldwater Music Festival c/o Vanita Suessmann 33 John St., RR #1, Box A113 Coldwater, Ontario LOK 1 EO Simooe Duttedn December 1, 2006 Mayor Harry Hughes Township of Oro Medonte 148 Line 7S, Box 100 Oro, Ontario LOL 2X0 RE: Financial Assistance for the Fiscal Year 2007 Dear Mayor Hughes: '13 20 Rose Street Barrie, Ontario L4M 2T2 Administration: 1- 800 -567 -2043 Telephone: (705) 726 -2237 Fax: (705) 726 -3067 E -mail: crimestoppersofs.d.m@csolve.net bk e 0 ,Q NNi I would like to thank you for your financial commitment to our program in 2006 and would appreciate your consideration for financial assistance in your budget for 2007. Crime Stoppers is not a police program nor funded by the provincial or federal government or from police agencies but operated with monies generously donated from the private sector, by businesses, municipal support and monies raised through fundraising done by the volunteer Board of Directors. Crime Stoppers is a program that benefits everyone in the community and in 2005 Crime Stoppers International has been recognized by the United Nations as a global force in the fight against crime and terrorism and we are very proud to be part of that effort. Crime Stoppers of Simcoe - Dufferin- Muskoka and the Police Services that provide policing to your community continue to have an excellent partnership and this relationship has produced impressive results in drugs seized, stolen property recovered and arrests made. Your continued financial support in the amount of $500.00 will assist Crime Stoppers of Simcoe- Dufferin- Muskoka in continuing to provide your community with the best Crime Prevention program available to make all our communities safer. We would be happy to do a presentation to councillor the Budget Committee if you have questions or require more information. Sincerely, 414,11- Deanna Stewart President WE PAY CASH FOR TIPS... 1 800 222 -8477' Hospice e. 5imcoe Ma} or H. Hughes &Members of Oro- dont 148 Line 7 South Box 100 Oro, Ontario LOL 2X0 Wednesda), January 2A, 2007 Dear Mayor Hughes & Members of Council: JAN 7 8 zoo IMO 1110N# , �Ib OHO-7/1 D0 TE I TG'JV1VSH P IFEB 2 8 1001 MEETING: CoU"v,U,, On behalf of the Board of Directors at Hospice Simcoe, I am writing to formally retff a � C OF 'J7/ opportunity to address Oro - Medonte Council. The intent would be to make presentation regarding the mission of our agency, to up -date you regarding the status of plans to build a Residential Hospice in the Cite of Barrie, and to respectfully request your Council's support for our on -going work to make this vital project a reality for the community. Hospice Simcoe is a charitable, volunteer based organization, providing non- medical support to individuals and families_ dealing with life - threatening illness or grieving the loss of a loved one. We have been serving the community since 1988. In early October, 2005, Health Minister Smitherman announced new operational funding for Residential Hospice Services in the Province of Ontario_ This new funding will be phased in over time, based on community readiness to operate, with $580,000 targeted to support each free standing, 10 bed facility. Accordingly, Hospice Simcoe has been targeted to receive these new dollars beginning April of 2007. We plan to be operational by March 31, 2008. At Hospice Simcoe, residents and loved ones will receive expert care and support. Our home- like, caring environment will bring hope and comfort, allowing families to focus on spending qualit) time together. In this residential facilit), we will ensure that neither residents nor their loved ones are alone during this last and important phase of life's journey. Ourresidential 'home' will provide an alternative setting to hospital, when a curative approach is no longer possible. Hospice Palliative Care is about caring, not curing -- it's about helping our clients to live with dignity, in comfort until the end of life. It includes pain and symptom management, social, ps) chological, emotional and spiritual support. All services are provided at no cost to the client and are available to an) one in need. Death and illness are an inevitable part of life. I would respectfully encourage Oro - Medonte Council to consider how it might support Hospice Simcoe, in our effort to provide meaningful End -Of -Life support for residents of Barrie and the surrounding townships. I look forward to hearing from you. i Me mosh —" ospice Simcoe Board President Hospice Si 14 Main Office Unit 5545, 80 Bradford Street, Barrie, ON LAN 6S7 araaedway telephone: (705) 722 -5995 F= (705) 722 -0716 F', mail: infoChospicesimcce.ca Website: wwechospicesimcoe.ca The Matthews House Day Centre 6028 Highway 89, RR= 5, Cookstown, ON LOL I LO 'telephone: (705) 435-7718 Fax: (705) 435-27/551 E -mail: rnanhewshouse@hospice irncoe.ca Township of Oro - Medonte Application For Grant 2007 Grant Request Amount $ 1,000.00 it MOT 7 N# 5 - - -- JAN 1 0 2UU7 IMEETiNG: COUNCILD C. OF W. El PART A — Organization Name & Address Information Organization Name: information Orillia Address: 33 Mississaga Street, East, Orillia, Ontario, L3V 1V4 Contact: Kathie Mendez Email: kmendez @informationorillia.org Fax: (705) 326 -6064 PART B — Organization General Information Number of Out of Town Members none Residents none Geographic Area Served Orillia, Oro- Medonte, Ramara, Severn, Mnjikaning Phone: (705) 326 -7743 Membership Fee If Applicable none OLC 1C? 1111 ORO- zsEDONTE Date Formed Information Orillia was formed in 1969 and was incorporated on October 1, 1984 Outline the mission purpose and objectives of vour organization: Mission Statement lnfonnation Orillia believes that an informed community is a healthy community. By providing information and referral, through partnerships with businesses, government, community and social services, Information Orillia brings people and services together, meeting their needs and fostering community spirit. Our organization provides current information concerning human and community services to people and organizations across North East Simcoe County. With the support of a trained information and referral specialist, we help people gain access to needed services and programs available in the community. Over the years our Housing Support Services have grown to support those in the community who are homeless or on the brink of homelessness. C) - Type of Organization Information Orillia is a non -profit registered charity. Charitable Registration Number is 411896 8353 RR0001 Other Sources of Revenue ffor 2007 CHPP — Consolidated Homelessness Prevention (Provincial) $27,500 (confirmed) National Child Benefit $10,000 (confirmed) The Corp. of Simcoe County (Admin for Housing) $ 3,700 (confirmed) Other Municipal Grants $ 1,000 (anticipated) City ofOrillia $40,000 (anticipated) Fundraising/membership $10,000 (anticipated) Purpose for which the current grant if approved would be used. Give complete details — i.e. Proiect or Event Description The grant will be used to provide information, referral and housing support services to residents and newcomers to Oro - Medonte Township. Please see attached summary of services. Do you currently receive other grants or subsidies from the Township of Oro - Medonte? No. Previous Grants From the Township? Amounted Requested $1,000 Year of Request 2004 Amount Approved $ 50 Year Approved 2005 Part C - Signature ofAuthori2ed Of cial(s1 'Date:(� /L t%CTC 1Z Dater . Note: Personal information contained on this form is collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection Privacy Act, and will be used for the purpose of determining eligibility for grants. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Freedom of information Coordinator, The Corporation of the Township of Oro - Medonte, 148 Line 7 South, Box 100, Oro, Ontario, LOL 2X0 information Orillia Grant Application, Township oro-Medcnie 2007 SUMMARY OF CURRENT SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES: Information & Referral Service • Maintain a comprehensive database of local clubs, churches, health and human services, arts & culture, government offices, schools and recreational programs (containing over 800 current records) • Provide Information & Referrals to residents and newcomers with respect to the above. Information is provided by phone, in person or through email. (2005 - 10,870 enquiries) • Produce a Directory of Community & Social Services • Maintain a database of businesses in the area (containing over 1000 current records) • Produce & Distribute a list of "Handy Numbers" of non - profit groups and hard to find telephone numbers. (Approx. 5000 copies per year) • Produce various guides and directories - eg) Seniors Guide, Children's & Youth Services) • Assist citizens who have limited resources with filling out forms (Assisted 25 individuals in 2005) • Provide a free annual Income Tax Clinic for seniors and those with low- income. (Completed 77 tax returns in Mar /Apr 2006) • Provide a message service for job- seekers who do not have a fixed address or access to a telephone. (22 job seekers used this service to date in 2006) • Coordinate the Coffee Time Network - A non - profit networking group that meets monthly to share information and resources. At the request of the agencies, to date in 2006 we have circulated over 520 notices of events, invitations, training opportunites etc. to over 120 organizations. • Attend yearly conferences with the Association of Community Information Centres of Ontario • Actively participate in the Information Provider's Coalition of Simcoe County Housing Services: (From Jan -Oct 2006, there have been 8, 945 enquiries) • Housing Retention Program - The Housing Retention Program consists of two components, the Rent Bank and the Energy Assistance Fund. Partnerships have been developed between the County of Simcoe and the five Housing Resource Centres located in each of the major centres including the Orillia Housing Resource Centre. Assistance is available to assist low - income residents who are at risk of losing their rental housing with the exception of those who are eligible to receive assistance through Ontario Works and Ontario Disability des Support Program, The Housing Resource Centre completes applications P rov case management, information and referrals to those who are facing rent arrears or energy related emergencies. (Jan -Oct 2006 — 39 families were approved for this fund and retained their housing) • Maintain a Housing Registry to match landlords with tenants (Jan -Oct 2006 -146 families have been housed through our service) • Provide information to both landlords and tenants relating the Tenant Protection Act • Assistance with budgeting and payment plans for rent or utility arrears • Act as a resource to groups and individuals who are interested in working on solutions to homelessness • Provide information and referrals to agencies that can assist with emergencies such as food banks, emergency shelter and free legal or financial advice. • Provide information on current rental units and applications for low income housing • Process applications for the Orillia and Area "Good Food Box' program. (Our office has processed 511 Good Food Box orders from Jan -Nov 2006) • Chair the local chapter of the Simcoe County Alliance to End Homelessness. t FREQUENT QUESTIONS RECEIVED BY OUR INFO LINE: "Where can I renew my Health Card ?" "We've received an eviction notice. My husband has been laid off and I am expecting my second child any day ", Can you help? "I am a senior and need help with yard work and preparing for winter." "Do you know if there are any doctors taking new patients "? "Can you tell me where and when I can access the food banks "? "My hydro is about to be cut off and I have 2 small kids. Can you help ?" "I want to sign my son up for camp — he has special needs. Can you direct us? "Do you know where we can rent a wheel chair ?" "I'd like some information about the Festival of Trees" (Santa Claus Parade, Seniors Light Tour, and many other events in Orillia and Area) "I'd like to volunteer /donate to a local organization" (food banks, homelessness organizations, children's group etc.) LISTEN TO THE VOICE OF OUR CLIENTS "Thank you for being there all these years." — senior donor "Your website is the only website I use to find community information in Orillia. It's great!'— probation officer "It's nice to know you are there when I need you. You always have the answers." - frequent caller "You helped us find our apartment years ago and we will always be thankful for your support. - volunteer March 20, 2007 R E R Township of Oro-Medonte Box 100 148 Line 7 South Oro, ON LOL 2X0 Dear Mr. Irwin, MAR 2 3. iRR" ORO- MEDONTE The MacLarenArtCentre is Simcoe County's regional community - centered, not - for - profit public art gallery that offers programs across the region both for the general public, Simcoe County Schools as well as the many visiting tourists. The MacLaren has an annual regional attendance of 35,000 and an annual operating budget of $1.4 million dollars. Currently the Ontario Arts Council, the Canada Council and the City of Barrie support the MacLaren for a combined total of 35% of our operating budget. We would like to ask the Township of Oro- Medonte to consider supporting the MacLaren with an annual funding grant of $1,000. This funding will be directed towards supporting our community based arts programs such as MacLaren VanGo and on many a varied public art exhibition. The MacLarenArtCentre is committed to inspiring an understanding and appreciation of the visual arts through exhibitions and educational programs for diverse audiences. The MacLaren is considered a pioneer in new methods of building community links and in creating ways of making art accessible and not intimidating. The MacLaren has become an important catalyst for the arts within Simcoe County responding to the needs of a rapidly growing community and enhancing the overall quality of life. From its inception in 1983 to its incorporation as a charitable organization in 1986, the MacLaren Art Centre has grown steadily and with purpose. The objective has always been to bring "people to art, art to people" in ways that are inviting, engaging and innovative. The latest manifestation of this ambition was the opening of a brand new 24,000 square foot, $7 million facility in September 2001 designed to serve the growing needs of Simcoe County and be a recognized cultural tourist draw for the region. The MacLaren has been consistently recognized for its achievements in terms of both exhibitions and community programs. One example is the MacLaren VanGo Program, which has proven to be a highly successful and innovative outreach program developed specifically to benefit school -aged children. This program was established in direct response to the new Ontario curriculum, which was introduced in the late 1990s and was designed to bring professional working artists inte7oh mraoni;4hiougboLttS05 Z tax 705 739 1391 email: maclaren@maclamnart.com County. Within this context students are given the opportunity to experience quality, curriculum -based programs which not only introduce them to the fundamentals of art making, but also problem solving and the development of aesthetic and cultural awareness. This school year, MacLaren VanGo will reach over 8,000 Simcoe County students both in the classroom and at the MacLaren. In addition to MacLaren VanGo, the Centre exhibits a diversity of art exhibitions with a focus on regional and national artists. Many of the MacLaren's exhibitions receive provincial and often nationwide media attention that attract visitors from afar. We would very much welcome the County of Simcoe support as we continue to build and grow Simcoe County's MacLarenArtCentre. I will be happy to provide you with any additional materials or information that you wish to review. Thank you for your consideration. Lister i Director Charitable Registration Number and Contact Information Charitable Registration Number #13306 5144 RR0001 Contact Information: John Lister Interim Director John @maclarenart.com 705- 720 -1044 Ex 255 www.maclarenart.com Hanne Fynbo Managing Director hanne @maclarenart.com 705 - 720 -1044 Ex 227 Oro Agricultural Society PO Box 175 Oro, ON LOL 2X0 January 25, 2007 Oro - Medonte Township Mayor Harry Hughes & Council PO Box 100, 148 Line 7 S Oro - Medonte, ON LOL 1 XO Dear Mayor & Council, F—! Telephone 705 -487 -11J0 Fax 705 -487 -1756 Email: oroagsociety @sympatico.ca MOTION #.� FEB - 7 2007 MEETING: COUNCIL C. OF W. I JAN ; 0 2001 ORO- MEDONTE On behalf of the Oro Agricultural Society we wish to thank you, township council and your staff for your continued support of the Oro World's Fair and your yearly participation in the fall fair. The participation of the Oro- Medonte Township Council and staff is an integral part of our rural fair, and as you know, it is an important opportunity for our community to appreciate the efforts of farmers, gardeners and crafts people that make our community unique and progressive. Once again we would like to request a monetary grant to support the 2007 fair and to request the use of the Old Town Hall and Township Garage for the weekend of the fair. Our fair dates for 2007 are September 13`h, 14`h & 15`h, 2007. Enclosed please find our completed grant application for 2007. On behalf of the entire Board of Directors thank you and we look forward to seeing you all in 2007. Sincerely,„ Bruce Campbell President, Oro Agricultural Society BC /ec THE CORPORATION OF THE Township of Oro - Medonte APPLICATION FOR GRANT J SUBSIDY F--`� NOTE: GRANTS SUBSIDIES ARE NOT AUTOMATICALLY RENEWED EVERY YEAR. NOTE: ORGANIZATIONS MAY BE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT FINANCIAL STATEMENTS. NOTE: If additional space is required to complete your information, please use the attached sheet. Grant /Subsidy Request Amount $500.00 Part A Oreani -ation Name and Address Information Organization Name: Oro Agricultural Society— Oro World's Fair Address: PO Box 175 City: Oro prov. ON Postal Code LOL 2X0 Contact: Emily Campbell Telephone: 705487 -1753 E -Mail: oroagsociety(a),sympatico ca Fax: 705487 -1756 Part B — Organization General Information Number of members: 200 Out of town Residents: 65 Membership Fee: $8.00 /year Geographic Area Served: Oro - Medonte & surrounding areas Date formed: 1852 Outline the mission, put-pose and objective ofyour organization: To provide an annual fall fair for the pleasure of the residents of the township, county and many other places The fall fair is designed to provide a facility for people to exhibit their livestock, produce and homecraft / baked goods It is in a small way an educational institution for those non -rural based patrons, to heIR them understand the importance and contributions of agriculture in our society. Heritage antique farm equipment, tools & implements round out the 155 years of history for our area_ The fair grounds & facilities are also made available to the rate pavers of the township upon approval of the board. Type of Organization (i.e. Registered Charity, Non - Profit Organization, no status, etc) and registration number if applicable. Non Profit Organization registration number 119249019 F°S Other sources of revenue (include amounts that have been received or that are anticipated - other grants /subsidies, private funding, etc.). Simcoe County Grant of $750.00; Province of Ontario prize money Grant $3,000.00; and Implement & Repairs grant to a maximum of $2,000.00. Put pose_for which the current grant /subsidy, if approved, would be used. Give complete details - (i.e. project or event description, time frame, community benefits.. To support the expenditures of the annual Oro World's Fair. Do you currently receive other grants or subsidies,f •om the Township (facility subsidization, photocopying, secretarial, etc.). The Oro Agricultural Society / Oro World Fair has been permitted to use the Community Centre for monthly meetings as well as the Town Hall & Township Garage & property for the annual fair. Previous Grants /Subsidies,from the Township? Amount Requested: $ 500.00 Amount Approved: 5$ 00.00 PART C - S ,,nature of Authorized Ofcials Bruce Campbell, Tresident 1 Emily Campbell, Secretary For Office Use Only Approved Amount $ Year of Request: 2006 Year of Approval: 2006 Date: Jar, a-5, '2004 Date: Denied Date: Note: Personal information contained on this form is collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and will be used.for the purpose of determining eligibility for grants. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Freedom oflnformation Coordinator, The Corporation of the Township of Oro- Medonte, 148 Line 7 South, Box 100, Oro, Ontario, LOL 2X0 From: David Williams , . I Sent: Tuesday, January 30, 2007 11:32 PM �A To: Zieleniewskf, Jennifer Subject: Oro Station Community Hail Please forward to the Oro- Medonte Council... thank you. Dear Oro-Medonte Coundt On behalf of the community of Oro Station, I would like to request that a grant for the Oro Station Community Hail be considered once again. We continue to be used regularly by the Piayschool, the Oro Seniors, weekly card parties and many family functions. This year, after the required inspection of our furnace and oil tank, it was determined that_we needed a new furnace. Unfortunately, this occurred in early December, so a decision was made immediately to purchase a new furnace, as we were concerned about pipes freezing If we left it for long. As you will appreciate, the bill has left us , struggling even more this winter. We would be most appreciative to be included when you are making budget decisions. Thank you for your continued support. . Dorothy Williams Oro Station community Hall Board 1/31/2007 OWNSHIP 7 2007 COUNCIL❑ C. OF W. M 0 Oro - Medonte 58 Drury Lane Barrie, ON LAM 3C8 January 12, 2007 The Council of the Township of Oro - Medonte Box 100 148 Line 7 South, Oro, ON LOL 2X0 Arm. Doug Irwin, Clerk Dear Mayor Hughes and Council: MOTION# 7 JAN 2 4 2007 MEETING: COUNCIL C. OF W. El Please find attached our application for assistance in our ongoing program of maintenance of the municipal gardens in Oro - Medonte. Your ongoing support of our efforts are appreciated. We certainly appreciate the use of the banquet hall at the Oro - Medonte Arena for our open meetings as well as the executive meetings. Your staff have been very helpful whenever they are asked to change the set up of our meeting area as well. Our Society has, for a considerable number of years, designed and maintained the gardens at a number of civic facilities throughout the Township. This adds to the image of the municipality as well as, providing a pleasing environment for our citizens. The number of sites have increased in the last while and costs for materials and equipment have escalated. We now feel it appropriate to request assistance from Council in the amount of $2000. Bayview Park will increase our costs because of the plantings to stabilize the banks of the newly dug water gardens, as well as, the planting of the water gardens themselves. A new bed by the washroom building, facing the road was dug by our volunteers this past fall. As for the Municipal Office, our Society will assume the care of the new bed by the road, around the sign although we had not been consulted about taking this on when it was established. We do need to replace some shrubs as some were displaced when the new cooling system was installed. We will also plant more perennials in these gardens and other township gardens to make them less maintenance and in the end, less planting each year. - �D_ At the Arena, we will be removing old shrubs and replacing them with perennial plants as well. Our direct costs in the last few years have been in the rage of $1100 to $1600 per year and there are approximately 300 hours of volunteer time committed to this activity each year. If paid only $10.00 per hour, certainly $3,000 is a great savings to the municipality. Although our numbers are not complete for 2006, we volunteered over 2500 hours in 2005 within our society. Last year, our Society published a booklet entitled Native Trees and Shrubs of Simcoe County celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the Ontario Horticultural Association. We gave this booklet to any resident of Oro - Medonte Township free and it was available at the Township Office as well as nurseries within the Township. We have received very positive feedback from this project. Our ongoing planting and maintenance program not only beautifies the civic sites in the municipality for citizens and visitors alike, but also provides an incentive for others in the community to beautify their premises as well. We have a recognition program that runs all growing season throughout the Township that recognizes a well- deserved gardener for their efforts. However, we have found neighbours wanting to compete to try to earn the "Bloomin' Good Garden" sign for their own front lawn. The ongoing education of our members through our regular meeting programs and our ongoing support of youth through the "Garden Clubs" at area schools certainly shows our commitment to education. Four our Garden Clubs, we have logged 1278 volunteer hours just with our children. All of this contributes to an environmental awareness that we trust will ultimately make Oro - Medonte an even better place to live. Your support for this request will be much appreciated. Yours truly, Janis Hamilton Secretary Enclosures (3) Oro - Medonte horticultural Societ Budget 2007 100 Revenue Budget Garden Tour 600 Grants 3500 Memberships 2000 Plant Sale 2000 Registrations 300 Yearbook ads 1400 Youth membership 400 Spring Convention Dist. 16 350 Total Revenue 10550 Expenses Administration 100 Bank Service charges 25 Cheer 100 Civic Beautification 2000 Dues 700 Flower Shows 600 Garden Tour 75 Insurance 210 Meetings 900 Membership 100 Newsletters 1000 Plant Sate 150 Registrations 1450 Yearbook 1400 Youth 1500 Spring Convention Dist. 16 350 Total Expenses 10"0 } THE CORPORATION OF THE 148 Line 7 S., Box 100 Oro, Ontario LOL 2X0 705) 487-2171 TOWNSHIP Faxne(705) 487-0133 �I�h �of, www.oro- medonte.ca _y APPLICATION FOR GRANT /SUBSIDY NOTE: GRANT /SUBSIDIES ARE NOT AUTOMATICALLY RENEWED EVERY YEAR. NOTE: ORGANIZATIONS MAY BE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT FINANCIAL STATEMENTS. NOTE: If additional space is required to complete your information, please use the attached sheet. 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Do you currently receive other grants or subsidies from the "Township (facility subsidization, photocopying, secretarial, etc). Previous grants /subsidies from the Township? aj Amount Requested: $ 2 /000 o� Amount Approved: Year of Request: Year of Approval: X170 � X00 PART C — Si -.nature of Authorized Official aW ex- Date: i Name & Position Date: 2 d / Position For office use o4 Approved: Denied: Amount $ Date: NOTE: Personal information contained on this form is collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and will be used for the purpose of determining eligibility for grants. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Freedom of Information Co- ordinator, The Corporation of the Township of Oro - Medonte, 148 Line 7 South, Box 100, Oro, Ontario. LOL 2X0 .SEE PRIck PP lam" �'9 _�D Please use this additional sheet ( and attach more if required) to complete the information requested on the Grant /Subsidy Application Form. Outline the mission, purpose and objectives of your organization. Type of Organization (i.e. Registered Charity, Non -Profit Organization, no status, etc.) and registration number if applicable. Other Sources of Revenue (include amounts that have been received or that are anticipated — other grants /subsidies, private funding, etc.). Purpose for which the current grant/subsidy, if approved, would be used. Give complete details (i.e. project or event description, time frame, community benefits). Do you currently receive other grants or subsidies from the Township (facility subsidization, photocopying, secretarial, etc.). Previous grant /subsidies from the Township? Amount Requested: Amount Approved: Year of Request: Year of Approval: • I g' 1 APPLICATION FOR GRANTISUBSIDY - 1 148 Line 7 S., Box 100 Oro, Ontario LOL 2X0 Phone(705)487 -2171 Fax (705) 487 -0133 www.oro- medonte.ca NOTE: GRANT /SUBSIDIES ARE NOT AUTOMATICALLY RENEWED EVERY YEAR. APR 0 2 700; ORO- MEDONTE NOTE: ORGANIZATIONS MAY BE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT FINANCIAL STATEMENTS. NOTE: If additional space is required to complete your information, please use the attached sheet. Grant/Subsidy Request Amount PART A - Or anization Name and Address Information Organization Name Address City Contact C o 1 r s:,- D- Prov. f°� ilk Postal Code L C L_ l _Fn �F`,t-t865 IrPa< rr Telephone 4 g ?`Z6aS E -mail -1; Jam] moaktrtcl l� D $c�rrte Rd E• R4;1 Number of Out of Town Members �Q Residents i5 jitr� Srderaui Geographic Area Oro Lt"e_ 10 Date Served 6ro Lin 14 Formed t .3a55 l,.at<e Sideroo -6 Outline the mission, purpose and objectives of your organization. Membership Fee 4r If Applicable JO. Onr-trAe as (o"5 aS reSldet,+Orr -J CAM rnv nitnA � •r� _ a u ♦ f�L�i f�ii�.���tl�l9s[�i'.�la .. ♦ • ► r i __t. as ' . VJ r - at_ _ . Please use this additional sheet ( and attach more if required) to complete the information requested on the Grant/Subsidy Application Form. L ' Outline the mission, purpose and objectives of your organization. Type of Organization (i.e. Registered Charity, Non - Profit Organization, no status, etc.) and registration number if applicable. Other Sources of Revenue (include amounts that have been received or that are anticipated — other grants /subsidies, private funding, etc.). Purpose for which the current grant/subsidy, if approved, would be used. Give complete details (i.e. project or event description, time frame, community benefits). 31 Do you currently receive other grants or subsidies from the Township (facility subsidization, photocopying, secretarial, etc.). t Previous grant/subsidies from the Township? Amount Requested: $ etc - ' Amount Approved: $ 1 o*0- Year of Request: Year of Approval: 2 c n (r) 2cn(,c;, Type�of Organization (i.e. Registered Charity, Non - Profit Organization, no status, etc.) and registration number if applicable. T Other Sources of Revenue (include amounts that have been received or that are anticipated — other grants/subsidies, private funding, etc.). Purpose for which the current grant/subsidy, if approved, would be used. Give complete details (i.e. project or event description, time frame, community benefits). P% I`it1,J,c,t�a4 1 qes (103? Bl ' 21)CIO Jo- 'es,) Do you currently receive other grants or subsidies from the Township (facility subsidization, photocopying, secretarial, etc). tt Previous grants/subsidies from the Township? Amount Requested: $ (0 0 0 •O a Amount Approved: $ t od0 08 PART C— Signature of Authorized Officials) For office use Approved: Amount $ '• .` Year of Request: Year of Approval: 20oG • 01 r. mmmmmmmmj Denied: Date: NOTE: Personal information contained on this form is collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of information and Protection of Privacy Act, and will be used for the purpose of determining eligibility for grants. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Freedom of Information Co- ordinator, The Corporation of the Township of Oro - Medonte, 148 Line 7 South, Box 100, Oro, Ontario. LOL 2X0 r r,,OTION#--'&- • 11 MEETING-. COUNCIL "%isni5N_' — IIox too oRo, 0th LOL- axd ©rvic FEB 2;510, 0j30.MED0" -M 9 i% 7Q ¢}(.�'l�i lv '�F•,j, T!M� E,r tiytEA f� :.,}i#1c� t,J t< /�$f4'. aR yo,riz Si4ppok'— FoR 7"tt,6 AAh,AjUA( -, Slmco, CO(JA)Ty � . fa�tt .ac Suppok7- L9S7' Y r4,R OFOo3toa;�C ti7 /t!C� � ,•ass &R,5'197'Ly rpptzECl�37E� � % our? cse�xsr,t ,�Ttmr! Atdd3 !,:E SURD" HopE /i' WiL(. COrJ -r;NUC i Nrs y4tFOJ ifi1S ye4kS PZOL,)/N r Pr} /9dc AI iS T.4KIAIG PL4cE oN pUG 12 Aoc) -7 , BUT S;17'E' ^S N07` SSE :N) reN':941Z; #.) Y, %. C-0 Lill' CAM OR6AhtisE 6UQ ,90JAEP -71SIN to OOOK145 L, -rHfcH WILL taisj r_41 444 Ouie 0ONoRs/ �ou LJ. LL PEci Ut A REC.elp7 OF ouR CoAaTRtCsui` /'JN? 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Kicx radio 1/2 635.91 23145 3 fold flyers 1000 111.55 3 fold flyers 700 2 064.25 Match Hook 1000 . 4,.44 Layout of book 2729.25 230.00 Printing 102.00 Lottery Licence t 9Q Wing Ming booth 342.00 225.00 Registration 123.19 Queen's room 492.26 Rm- Pres.& 1 840.95 1000.00 Barry DeGeer 55.00 Syrup 75.00 Church hall i;-M HaU 225.00 175.00 Kathy Farr 23$.04 Alwyn Thomas 413.00 2730.00 300.00 Lcon Morris —'�Nlj 2006 EXPENSES CON'7' Tractor Plowing 1815,00 Horse Piov<lng Z1-5 -K 580.00 Horseshoes 300.00 Judges 125.00 MM- 275.00 Plo-mmen's Lunches 420.00 Toilet & wash staron 24192 Appreciation Gift 200.00 Banking 60.00 Mentbly fee of $5 22.00 extra transactions 1 8. New Cheques 190.03 SJM COE COUNIN PLOWMAN'S ASSOC. Cards Fundraiser Match Hook/ Donations Tractor Tickets 7006 INCOME (REVIEW) 125.00 Deposit 55.00 S;!rup 180,00 I I. i 20.00 6818.00 1 TicksU printed. tractor —j7-60-3-64 Profit q, QC:7Telecare Orillin Distress Line March 23, 2007 Council Members of the 148 Line 7s, Box 100, Oro, Ontario LOL 2X0 Dear people, At Telecare - We're there because we card" Z4 Flour Distress Lines 705 325 -9534 ' 705 -835 -3453 Township of Oro - Medonte MAR 1 6 7007 ORO-MEDON fE Tru... Once again, the volunteers of Telecare Orillia are asking for your support in keeping our distress line open to the many lonely and anxious souls who just need a listening ear. Many are in very stressful situations due to loss of work, anxieties from health matters or just going through a bad time in their lives. Almost any one of us have at some time longed to talk over some troubling things in our life. Imagine what it would be like if you were alone or no one was around to listen. Even when we have friends or family, sometimes they are too busy. The world is going through some drastic changes due to violence, the environment and generally many frightening things are occurring. We continue to receive more and more calls and at present are receiving up to 1000 or more each month. Not only are we asking for your financial support but we would appreciate it if you could spread the news that this help is available. Perhaps you might wish to have one of our volunteers speak to you at a meeting or we could send you more information. Please help us in this work of reaching out into the area of North Simcoe to show that there are people who care and wish to comfort those in distress. Yours sincerely, Dianne Webster, coordinator, Telecare Orillia 170 Colborne street W., Ordba,ON L3V 2Z3 Business Office: 705- 327 -2383 Email. telecareordha @csolve.net Charitable donation number 11920 9534 RR0001 ---� DRAFT (MC) Apr 13 - 07 (FINAL ?) Healthy Community Service Excellence Oro - Medonte policies Employees and Council promote promote a healthy a welcoming, courteous and environment and encourage professional culture of service healthy lifestyles Sustainable Oro - Medonte strives to build a sustainable community — with regard for future generations. Mandate for 2007 -2010 Service excellence, while building a sustainable, healthy community that enriches quality of life excellence Quality of Life Oro - Medonte's natural beauty, planned development, preservation of our rural and recreational character contributes to an enriched quality of life. Jerry Ball From: jeff.haelzle @mnr.gov.on.ca Sent: Thursday, August 18, 2005 9 :08 AM To: Jerry Ball Page 1 of 1 �cA',o- Jerry, �11,04 I had a look at the fill placed at the end of Ward Avenue (see attached photo). The fill placed as of August 17, 2005 does not fall under the Public Lands Act and would not have required a work permit from our office. Any additional works near the shoreline of this site may require permits and should be forwarded for review. The fill currently placed at this site should be kept contained to ensure that it cannot enter the waters of Bass Lake. Thanks, J` eff H e(zle Jeff Haelzle Lands Technician Midhurst District Ministry of Natural Resources 2284 Nursery Road, Midhurst, Ontario LOL 1X0 Phone: 705.725.7566 Fax: 705.725 7584 Email: jeff.haelzie @mnr.gov.on.ca 8/19/2005 Page 1 of 2 Jerry Ball From: Laura James [Ijames @nvca.on.caj Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2005 4:06 PM To: Jerry Ball Subject: FW: 26 Bass Line - Placement of Fill Jerry, Forward of email as requested. Please see below. Sincerely, Laura James Laura James Environmental Officer Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority 8195 8th Line Utopia, ON LOM 1TO Ph: 705.424.1479 ex.245 Fax: 705.424.2115 liames@nvca.on.ca www.nvca.on.ca This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipients) and may contain confidential and privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender and destroy all copies of the original message. - - - -- Original Message---- - From: Laura James Sent: April 8, 2005 9:26 AM To: 'building @oro- medonte.ca' Subject: 26 Bass Line - Placement of Fill Good Morning, I am the Environmental Officer here at NVCA replacing Barb Perreault while she is away on mat leave. I received a call from Shaun Ruyter of 26 Bass Line (Con 14 S Pt Lot 1, Oro - Medonte). He is interested in placing fill on his EP zoned property (a portion of the property is provincially significant wetland) in order to increase the usable space. I let him know that the NVCA does not support the placement of fill in provincially significant wetland, however we do not regulate this activity in Oro - Medonte and no permit from the conservation authority is required. I let him know he should be in contact with the municipality, regarding requirements under your fill by -law; and that questions related to wetland classification can be directed to MNR. If you have any questions, feel free to call. Thanks, Laura. Laura James Environmental Officer Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority 8195 8th Line Utopia, ON LOM 1 T Ph: 705.424.1479 ex.245 Fax: 705.424.2115 liames@nvca on.ca www.nvca.on.ca This e-mail message, including any attach DrsC.uss @O 1YttS ENVrRoNl+'►e,.�T+aL. oFcrrc6lt� � _9' e " is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain W .T'!-t Qo%AQ ALAAZAuA.T CNUC.A 7/27/2005 C -CP`c-&� w rTH '11+f 1F rr-L T"1.4►T W,4� g e-4L..t PL.ACfta To /I"hKE tal - 11 TOWNSHIP OF ORO- MEDONTE ::10) :4 1 Dept. Report No. To: COMMITTEE OF THE Prepared By: Contract No. WHOLE Slurry Seal PW2007 -02 PW2007 -06 Jerry Ball Contract No. Subject: Department: Council Tender Results for: Snow Plowing and Sanding Contract No. PW2007 -14 Public Works C. Of W. PW2007- 04- Surface Treatment PW2007 -05 -Slurry Seal Date: PW2007 -06- Supply, Haul, Mix and April 11, 2007 Motion # Pile Winter Sand PW2007 -07- Roadside and Parks R.M. File #: Grass Cutting Roll #: Date: PW2007 -14 -(Dark Journal) Virgin Oil PW2007 -16 -Hot Mix Paving BACKGROUND: Advertisements for the following Tender Contracts were placed in the Barrie, Orillia and Midland Newspapers and were opened at the Administration Centre on Tuesday, April 10, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. Mayor Harry Hughes, Councillor Dwight Evans, the Assistant to the Clerk, the Public Works Superintendent, and eleven (11) public representatives were present during the opening: Contract No. PW2007 -04 Surface Treatment Contract No. PW2007 -05 Slurry Seal Contract No. PW2007 -06 Supply, Haul, Mix and Pile Winter Sand Contract No. PW2007 -07 Roadside and Parks Grass Cutting Contract No. PW2007 -08 Snow Plowing and Sanding Contract No. PW2007 -14 (Dark Journal) Virgin Oil Contract No. PW2007 -16 Hot Mix Paving - and - One (1) 2007 Tandem Plow Truck C/W Harness, Two -Way Reversible Plow, Wing and Sand /Salt Body `i:... ANALYSIS: The results of the tender contract opening for Surface Treatment are as follows: CONTRACT NO. PW2007 -04 - SURFACE TREATMENT 1) Duncor Enterprises Inc. $122,656.57 2) Miller Paving Limited $148,105.59 It is recommended that the tender from Duncor Enterprises Inc. be accepted at a low tender amount of $122,656.57. The results of the tender contract opening for Slurry Seal are as follows: CONTRACT NO. PW2007 -05 SLURRY SEAL 1) Duncor Enterprises Inc. $341,216.70 $1.69 /sq.m. 2) Miller Paving Limited $338,030.82 $1.67 /sq.m. It is recommended that the tender from Miller Paving Limited be accepted at a low tender amount of $338,030.82. The results of the tender contract opening for the Supply, Haul, Mix and Pile of Winter Sand are as follows: CONTRACT NO. PW2007 -06 SUPPLY, HAUL, MIX AND PILE WINTER SAND' 1) Dalton R. Lowe & Sons Construction Ltd. 2) Duivenvoorden Haulage Ltd. 3) G. H. Stewart Construction Inc. 4) Cliff Varcoe Limited 5) Sarjeant Co. Ltd. $67,770.60 (South Yard) $50,262.70 (North Yard) $71,962.80 (South Yard) $53,764.70 (North Yard) $80,942.40 (South Yard) $68,332.60 (North Yard) $67,081.20 (South Yard) $55,289.20 (North Yard) $81,039.84 (South Yard) $61,835.42 (North Yard) It is recommended that the tender from Dalton R. Lowe & Sons Construction Ltd. be accepted at a low tender amount of $67,770.60 for the South Yard and $50,262.70 for the North Yard. M The results of the tender contract opening for the Roadside and Parks Grass Cutting (Summer Seasons of 2007/2008/2009) are as follows: CONTRACT NO. PW2007 -07 ROADSIDE AND PARKS GRASS CUTTING (3 YEAR) 1) Ron Burton & Sons 2) Shamrock Property Maintenance Ltd. 3) Sunshine Grounds Maintenance 4) Sybran Property Maintenance 2007 2008 2009 $4,900.00 $5,200.00 $5,500.00 $8,400.00 $8,400.00 $8,400.00 NO BID FOR ROADSIDE NO BID FOR ROADSIDE $19,124.52 $16,796.72 $71,509.30 $32,022.60 It is recommended that the tender from Ron Burton & Sons be accepted at a low tender amount of $4,900.00 for 2007, $5,200.00 for 2008 and $5,500 for 2009 for Roadside Grass Cutting and that the tender from Shamrock Property Maintenance Ltd. be accepted at a low tender amount of $16,796.72 for three (3) years of Parks Grass Cutting. The results of the tender contract opening for "Dark Journal' Virgin Oil are as follows: CONTRACT NO. PW2007 -14 "DARK JOURNAL' VIRGIN OIL" 1) Da -Lee Dust Control 2) Duncor Enterprises Inc. $603,405.00 $749,685.00 0.99¢ /litre $1.23 /litre It is recommended that the tender from Da -Lee Dust Control be accepted at a low tender amount of $603,405.00. The results of the tender contract opening for Hot Mix Paving are as follows: CONTRACT NO. PW2007 -16 HOT MIX PAVING 1) K. J. Beamish Construction Co. Limited 2) Hamden & King Construction Inc. 3) Miller Paving Limited -3- $1,228,076.41 (South Yard) $1,311,684.44 (North Yard) $1,222,727.12 (South Yard) $1,313,158.74 (North Yard) $1,905,545.46 (South Yard) $2,086,183.51 (North Yard) It is recommended that the tender from Hamden & King Construction Inc. be accepted at a low tender amount of $1,222,727.12 for the South Yard and that the tender from K. J. Beamish Construction Co. Limited be accepted at a low tender amount of $1,311,684.44 for the North Yard. The tender results for Contract No. PW2007 -08 (Snow Plowing and Sanding) and the One (1) 2007 Tandem Plow Truck CM Harness, Two -Way Reversible Plow, Wing and Sand /Salt Body, are still under review by staff and will be presented at a later date. RECOMMENDATIONS : 1. THAT Report No. PW2007 -02 be received and adopted. 2. THAT the following tenders be awarded: CONTRACT NO. DESCRIPTION CONTRACTOR TOTAL AMOUNT PW2007 -04 Surface Treatment Duncor Enterprises Inc. $122,656.57 PW2007 -05 Slurry Seal Miller Paving Limited $338,030.82 PW2007 -06 Supply, Haul, Mix and Dalton R. Lowe and Sons $67,770.60 (South) Pile Winter Sand Construction Ltd. $50,262.70 North PW2007 -08 Roadside and Parks Ron Burton & Sons $4,900.00 (2007) Grass Cutting $5,200.00 (2008) $5,500.00 (2009) (Roadside Grass Cutting) Shamrock Property $16,796.72 Maintenance Ltd. (Parks Grass Cutting) 3 Year PW2007 -14 "Dark Journal' Virgin Oil Da -Lee Dust Control $603,405.00 PW2007 -16 Hot Mix Paving Hamden & King $1,222,727.12 (South) Construction Inc. K. J. Beamish Construction $1,311,684.44 (North) Co. Limited 1 AND THAT the respective Contractors be notified accordingly. Respectfully submitted, Jerry Ball Public Works Superintendent !� I 11 -4- �a (V / y�i 16 TOWNSHIP OF ORO- MEDONTE MEMORANDUM To: Jennifer Zieleniewski CAD cc: From: Jerry Ball R.M. File #: Date: April 17 2007 Roll #: Subject: Department Vehicles At the Committee of the Whole meeting held March 21 2007 Report No PW 2007 -01 was presented to council recommending the purchase of two (2) regular cab pick up trucks be purchased from Tom Smith Chev Olds in Midland for the Public Works and Water Departments. It was also recommended to purchase a Chev Aveo economy car from Tom Smith Chev Olds for the Building Department. The total cost of the Chev Aveo was quoted at $ 16,245.00. Council agreed to proceed with the two pickup purchases and requested further information for the possible purchase of a Honda, Mazda or Toyota economy car based on resale value. Pricing and information was requested and received on the following economy vehicles and dealers: • Sunrise Toyota Corolla = $22,071.54 Yaris (Ehco) = $19,871.34 • Orillia Mazda Mazda 3 GX = $21,261.00 • Midland Honda Civic Sedan = $23,997.31 Warranty for the above listed vehicles is identical for all with 36 month /60,000 km powertrain and 60 month / 100,000 km corrosion perforation. Upon reviewing the information and test driving the Yaris and Mazda 3 it is recommended to purchase a Mazda 3 at a total cost of $21,261.00. It further recommended that consideration be given to trade this vehicle when the total kilometers reach 200,000 or less to obtain a higher resale value. Jerry -� TOWNSHIP OF ORO- MEDONTE Wei : Dept. Report No. To: COMMITTEE OF THE Prepared By: WHOLE EES2007 -18 Keith Mathieson and Bruce Ho e Subject: Department: Council Patricia Ripley and Donald Engineering and Rowntree — Site Plan Environmental Services C. of W. Agreement and Removal of Date: Motion # Date: Holding Symbol — 69 Healey Beach Road — Part Lots A & B, Plan 461, Being all of PIN #58531 -0419 (Lt), Roll #4346 - 030 - 010 - 11600 -0000 April 11, 2007 R.M. File #: D11 -35960 Roll 030-010-11600 BACKGROUND: The owners are proposing to construct a 275 sq. ft. addition to their existing cottage at 69 Healey Beach Road. As Healey Beach Road is a private road and the property is zoned "RLS "2(H) ", the owners must enter into a Site Plan Agreement prior to the removal of the Holding Symbol and issuance of a Building Permit. ANALYSIS: The Site Plan application for Ms. Ripley and Mr. Rowntree was reviewed by the Site Plan Control — Technical Support Group on March 19, 2007. Neither the Committee nor Township staff had any concerns with this proposal. RECOMMENDATION S: 1. THAT Report No. EES2007 -18 be received and adopted. 2. THAT the Township of Oro- Medonte enters into a Site Plan Agreement with Patricia Ripley and Donald Rowntree to construct a 275 sq. ft. addition at 69 Healey Beach Road. 3. THAT the Clerk prepares a By -law for Council's consideration to enter into a Site Plan Agreement with Patricia Ripley and Donald Rowntree. 4. THAT the Clerk prepares a By -law for Council's consideration to remove the Holding Symbol from Part Lots A & B, Plan 461. 5. AND THAT the owners be notified of Council's decision. bmitted, of Engineering and Environmental Services IfN -2- TrucekHoppe Director of Building and Planning Services SITE PLAN AGREEMENT - between - PATRICIA RIPLEY -and- DONALD ROWNTREE (TENANTS IN COMMON) - and - THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ORO- MEDONTE DESCRIPTION OF LAND Part Lots A & B, Plan 461 Being all of PIN #58531 -0419 (Lt) Roll #4346 - 030 -010 - 11600 -0000 TOWNSHIP OF ORO- MEDONTE COUNTY OF SIMCOE January, 2007 By -Law No. 2007- t THE TOWNSHIP OF ORO- MEDONTE SITE PLAN AGREEMENT TABLE OF CONTENTS Section 1 Covenants by the Owner Section 2 Covenants by the Township Section 3 Development Restrictions Section 4 Development Changes Section 5 Security Section 6 Compliance Section 7 Co- operation Section 8 Binding Effect Section 9 Severability of Clauses Section 10 Save Harmless SCHEDULES Schedule "A" Legal Description of Lands Schedule "B" Site Plan Schedule "C' Deeds and Easements to be Conveyed Schedule "D" Itemized Estimate of Cost of Construction 2 SITE PLAN CONTROL AGREEMENT This Agreement made, in quadruplicate, this day of 2007, in accordance with Section 41 of the Planning Act. BETWEEN: PATRICIA RIPLEY AND DONALD ROWNTREE (TENANTS IN COMMON) Hereinafter called the "Owners" PARTY OF THE FIRST PART �SiT.1 THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ORO- MEDONTE Hereinafter called the "Township" PARTY OF THE SECOND PART WHEREAS the Owners have applied to the Township of Oro - Medonte to permit a 275 sq. ft. addition to the existing cottage on lands described in Schedule "A ", attached hereto; AND WHEREAS the Township has enacted a By -law to provide for the designation of the lands as a "Site Plan Control Area'; AND WHEREAS the Owners intend to develop the lands in accordance with the Site Plan attached hereto as Schedule "B "; NOW THEREFORE This Agreement Witnesseth THAT in consideration of the mutual covenants hereinafter contained, the parties hereto hereby covenant and agree as follows: N 1. COVENANTS BY THE OWNERS The Owners covenant and agree as follows: a) The Owners own the subject lands described in Schedule "A ", attached hereto, and have provided the Township with a Registered Deed containing the legal description of the subject lands. b) This Agreement may be registered against title to these subject lands and shall take priority over any subsequent registrations against the title to the subject lands. c) No work shall be performed on the lands, nor any use made of the subject lands with respect to the proposed development, except in conformity with all the provisions of this Agreement. d) The Owners shall, prior to the execution of this Agreement, obtain all necessary permits and approvals from the Township and from all Ministries and Agencies, including, but not limited to, the County of Simcoe. e) The Owners shall, prior to the execution of this Agreement, pay all municipal taxes and charges related to obtaining the approval of these lands for the intended use. The Owners shall pay a refundable deposit for such reasonable costs as may be involved to the Township in having its solicitor, engineer, planner and staff, perform any work in connection with this Agreement, including the preparation, drafting, execution, and registration of this Agreement. The Owners acknowledge and agree that the Owners shall be responsible for the cost of performance of all the Owners' obligations hereunder, unless the context otherwise requires. Every provision of this Agreement, by which the Owners are obligated in any way, shall be deemed to include the words "at the expense of the Owners', unless specifically stated otherwise. The refundable deposit for expenses and actual cost shall be $N /A. The Owners shall replenish the refundable deposit, to its full amount, when the expenses and actual costs are submitted by the Township. g) The Owners shall have delivered to the Township, all Transfers /Deeds, Discharges and Easements, or other documents required by Schedule "C ", as well as certification from the Owners' solicitor that the Transfer /Deeds and Easements shall provide the Township with good title, free and clear from all encumbrances. h) The Owners agree that prior to issuance of a Building Permit, a Sewage System Permit approval must be received by the Township /Ministry of the Environment. The Owners acknowledge that the lot does not front on an improved public road, that the Township does not or is not required to maintain or snowplow the said road, that the Township will not take over or assume the private road as a Township public road or street unless it has been built according to the Township standards, then in force, and that the Township is not liable for any injuries, losses or damages as a consequence of the Township issuing a Building Permit. 2. COVENANTS BY THE TOWNSHIP The Township covenants and agrees as follows: a) That the Township has enacted a By -law to permit a 275 sq. ft. addition to the existing cottage described on the Site Plan. b) That the Township agrees that subject to compliance by the Owners with all relevant Municipal By -laws and Provincial Statutes and Regulations, the Owners may proceed to develop the subject lands, as indicated on the Site Plan attached hereto as Schedule "B ", subject to the development restrictions contained herein. 3. DEVELOPMENT RESTRICTIONS The Parties hereto acknowledge and agree that any use of the subject lands by the Owners shall be on and subject to the following terms and conditions: a) Site Plan The use and development of the subject lands shall be in accordance with and as set out on the Site Plan, attached hereto as Schedule "B". b) Lighting All lighting systems installed outside, such as floodlights, shall be directed away from any adjacent residential use and /or roadway, not to cause interference in any way. c) Parking Areas and Driveways All parking areas and driveways shall be constructed in conformity with Sections 5.19 and 5.20 of By -law No. 97 -95, as amended, and the Ontario Building Code Regulation #419/86, and such parking areas, loading, and access areas shall be kept free and clear of snow and ice and kept adequately drained. All entrances shall be constructed, as in Schedule "B" attached. The Owners agree to obtain all necessary approvals from the Ministry of Transportation, County of Simcoe and Township of Oro - Medonte. d) Outside Storage No outside storage shall be permitted between any buildings on the premises and any street. Any other outside storage shall be contained in the fenced compound, as identified on Schedule "B ". e) Garbage Storage The Owners agree to provide suitable storage areas for garbage and waste, as shown on the Site Plan, and to install and maintain litter containers in and around development on the lands. All metal scrap and associated refuse contained in the fenced compound shall be removed on a weekly basis. Landscaping The Owners shall complete all landscaping and landscaped areas shown on the Site Plan, attached as Schedule "B", as soon as weather permits, and all grading and sodding required, according to any Engineering drawings submitted, shall be done on all lawn areas. g) Erosion and Siltation Control The Owners must take all necessary precautions to prevent erosion and sedimentation of ditches and culverts, slopes, etc., within the Site Plan, and downstream prior to and during construction. The Owners agree to maintain all erosion and siltation control devices in good repair until vegetative cover has been successfully established. 4. DEVELOPMENT CHANGES The parties acknowledge and agree that there shall be no changes to this Agreement or the Schedules attached hereto, unless and until such changes have been approved by all parties. It is the intention of the parties that material amendments to this Agreement be properly recorded. Such amendments may take the form of a registered Amending Agreement, an unregistered Agreement, exchange of correspondence, Memorandum of Confirmation, or notations on Engineering drawings. The nature of such record of amendment shall depend on circumstances. 1� - 5. SECURITY Prior to signing the Agreement, the Owners will deposit, with the Treasurer of the Township, to cover the faithful performance of the obligations of the Owners arising under this Agreement, including but not limited to the construction of the works and services identified in Schedule "D" to this Agreement (the "said Work "), the following securities: a) Cash in the amount of one hundred percent (100 %) of the estimated cost of the said work, as approved by the Township Engineer and Township Council, or: b) An irrevocable Letter of Credit from a chartered bank, issued in accordance with the requirements of Schedule "E ", with an automatic renewal clause in the amount of one hundred percent (100 %) of the estimated costs of the said works, and as approved by the Township Engineer. The Letter of Credit shall be for a minimum guaranteed period of one (1) year, or such time as the Township decides, and shall be renewed automatically, as necessary, thirty (30) days prior to expiration. c) The Township reserves the right to accept or reject any of these alternative methods of providing securities. Prior to depositing the securities, the Owners' Engineer shall submit an estimate of the cost of the works to the Township Engineer for approval. When the cost estimate has been approved, it will be set out in Schedule "D" of this Agreement and will become the basis for the limits of the securities. d) Any Letter of Credit or security filed with the Township is based upon the estimated cost of completing the various matters prescribed by this Agreement. However, all Letters of Credit and security received by the Township may be used as security for any item or any other matter which, under the terms of this Agreement, is the responsibility of the Owners, including without limiting the generality of the foregoing, payment of engineering, legal, planning or other costs incurred by the Township, which are the responsibility of the Owners, under the terms of this Agreement. e) Upon written notification by the Owners' agent, certifying that all required works for which the Letter of Credit was submitted have been completed in accordance with the plans submitted and upon confirmation by the Township or its agent that the Owners' obligations under this Agreement have been completed, the Township will return said Letter of Credit. f) If in the event of default of the Owners under any of the provisions of this Agreement, it becomes necessary for the Township to realize on its security or deposits, then the Township shall give, by registered mail, twenty -one (21) day's notice, its intent to draw down on the security or deposit. 6. COMPLIANCE Any action taken by the Township or on its behalf, pursuant to this Agreement, shall be in addition to and without prejudice to any security or other guarantee given on behalf of the Owners for the performance of its covenants and agreements herein, and upon default on the part of the Owners hereunder, the Township shall, in addition to any other remedy available to it, be at liberty to utilize the provisions of Section 427 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, as amended. 7. CO- OPERATION The Owners consent to the registration of this Agreement by the Township, upon the title of the subject lands, at the expense of the Owners and agree to execute such further and other documents, consents or applications, as required, for the purpose of securing registration and giving effect to the provisions of this Agreement. -�C" - C� 8. This Agreement, and everything contained herein, shall be binding upon the successors and assigns of the parties hereto, and upon the lands described in Schedule "A ", attached hereto, such Schedule being a legal description of the lands, and it is further agreed that this Agreement shall be prepared, approved and registered on title. 9. SEVERABILITY OF CLAUSES Should any section, subsection, clause, paragraph, or provision of this Agreement be declared by a Court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the same shall not affect the validity of the Agreement as a whole or any part thereof, other than the provision so declared to be invalid. 10. SAVE HARMLESS The Owners, on behalf of itself, its successors and assigns, agree to indemnify and save harmless, the Township from and against any and all claims, suits, actions and demands whatsoever, which may arise either directly or indirectly by reason of any work or service performed by the Township, its servants or sub - contractors in order to complete the work or services required to be completed under this Agreement, provided the subject matter of such action, suits, claims or demands was not caused intentionally or through gross negligence on the part of the Township, its servants or agents or sub - contractors. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereunto have affixed their respective seals under the hands of their proper officers duly authorized in that behalf. SIGNED, SEALED AND DELIVERED Owner: Patricia Ripley ) Owner: Donald Rowntree The Corporation of the Township of Oro - Medonte per: H.S. Hughes, Mayor 1 J. Douglas Irwin, Clerk n Ac-, - W SCHEDULE "A" NOTE: It is understood and agreed that this Schedule forms part of the Site Plan Agreement between the Township of Oro - Medonte and Patricia Ripley and Donald Rowntree. LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS Part Lots A & B, Plan 461, being all of PIN #58531 -0419 (Lt), County of Simcoe, Roll #4346 - 030.010- 11600 -0000 n� SCHEDULE "B" NOTE: It is understood and agreed that this Schedule forms part of the Site Plan Agreement between the Township of Oro - Medonte and Patricia Ripley and Donald Rowntree. SITE PLAN Site Plan is not in a registerable form and is available from the Township of Oro - Medonte. SCHEDULE "C" NOTE: It is understood and agreed that this Schedule forms part of the Site Plan Agreement between the Township of Oro - Medonte and Patricia Ripley and Donald Rowntree. DEEDS AND EASEMENTS TO BE CONVEYED All title documents shall be properly drawn and executed by the parties, with the appropriate Lot or Block Number inserted in the description of the document, and the registered Plan Number shall be left blank, to be inserted by the solicitors for the parties after the Plan is registered and a Plan Number assigned. The consideration for all conveyances shall be the sum of Two Dollars ($2.00) and the cost of preparation, execution and registration thereof, shall be borne by the Owners. All documents to be registered shall be prior approved by the solicitor for the Township The following land and easement shall be conveyed: 1.0 LANDS TO BE CONVEYED TO THE TOWNSHIP NIA 2.0 DRAINAGE EASEMENTS TO BE CONVEYED TO THE TOWNSHIP N/A 10 SCHEDULE "D" # NOTE: It is understood and agreed that this Schedule forms part of the Site Plan Agreement between the Township of Oro - Medonte and Patricia Ripley and Donald Rowntree. ITEMIZED ESTIMATE OF COST OF CONSTRUCTION ITEMIZE CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATE AMOUNT N/A 2. LETTERS OF CREDIT AMOUNT Letter of Credit to be provided by the Owners to ensure completion of all works required N/A under the terms of this Agreement, as noted in Section 5 herein. TOWNSHIP OF ORO- MEDONTE NhArOSIM Dept. Report No. To: Prepared By: BP 2007 -013 Committee of the Whole Sherri -Lynn Moore Deputy Chief Building Official Subject: Department: Council Building & By -law Ontario Society for Enforcement C. of W. Prevention of Cruelty to Date: Animals ( OSPCA) Aril 11, 2007 Motion # 2007 Animal Control Contract R.M. File #: Application # Date: Roll #: Township of Oro - Medonte By -law 2005 -119, enacted December 21, 2005, regulates, licenses, and controls animals within the municipality. The Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals ( OSPCA) has provided the Township of Oro - Medonte with the necessary services to enforce the Animal Control By -law since 1997. A Pound Keeper and an Animal Control Officer are provided by the OSPCA to respond to nuisance complaints and after hour emergency calls. The OSCPA handles all Provincial Offences charges laid under the Township Animal Control By -law which has an associated fine, of $100.00, for each related offense. The City of Barrie collects these fines and provides a prosecutor as required, under the POA Partners Service Agreement. The Township is remitted 100% of by -law fines on a quarterly basis. A review will follow in a subsequent report for Council's consideration that will analyze the fee structure for dog tags and fines laid under the Township Animal Control By -law. The report will include recommendations to enhance dog tag revenues and will make recommendations with respect to enforcement. The animal shelter, which is operated and maintained by the OSPCA, is capable of providing adequate accommodation for all animals impounded. Animals delivered to the shelter by an 9C� - Animal Control Officer are received, impounded and held for claiming by the owners. The OSPCA provides their Animal Control Officers will all the necessary vehicles and equipment. The OSPCA has requested that the Township of Oro - Medonte consider passing an Animal Care By -law to assist the Society and our By -law Officers, to deal with a number of animal care issues. They have explained that this by -law would be for the protection of animals by containing provisions relating to proper shelter and sanitary conditions; proper food, water, veterinary care and attention; securing or fastening of animals; proper ventilation; illegal slaughtering of animals; and teasing or tormenting animals. The enactment of a municipal by- law would allow the OSPCA to effectively respond to complaints regarding irresponsible animal ownership and assures the Township that this would be enforced at no additional cost to the municipality, as this is part of the OSPCA's mission. ANA< YSIS: An annual summary of the OSPCA contract fees (Attachment #1) combined with an annual summary of services provided (Attachment #2) by the OSPCA, supports the fact that the Township service levels are being fulfilled and that the OSPCA providing an efficient means of animal control. The OSPCA has submitted a proposed 1 -year contract (Attachment #3) to continue in providing animal control and pound keeping services to the Township of Oro - Medonte for Council's consideration. The proposed 2007 contract contains the following: 1. The OSPCA requests a 3.2% increase from the current contract to $46,023.00 per annum ($3,835.26 per month). Revised from previous contract Commentary: It is staff's opinion that the 3.2% increase in the contract amount is reasonable to offset OSPCA's increased operational costs. 2. The OSPCA requests $1,000.00 per annum to assist with the impoundment of cats. Same Commentary: The Township has historically contributed the annual $1,000.00 to assist with the impoundment of cats and to assist in feline population control. 3. The OSPCA requests $1,000.00 per annum to assist with the spay /neuter program. New item Commentary: The OSPCA has introduced a new proposal to include $1000.00 per annum to assist with the spay /neuter program for adopted dogs and cats. Staff support this service as a progressive population control mechanism. 4. The OSPCA requests 100% of the impound fees and destruction fees collected by the Society. Revised previous contracts were 50% to Township, 50% to OSPCA -2- Commentary: The impound and destruction fees have been previously divided equally between the OSPCA and Township. Total amounts collected were $1,200.00 in 2006 and $250.00 in 2005. The Animal Control By -law sets the pound fee at $50.00 and has a provision that the owner may be liable for additional maintenance fees which generally includes a boarding fee of $9.00 per day. It would be suggested that if additional fees are required by the OSPCA that they considered increasing their boarding fees. 5. The OSPCA requests 100 % of all dog - licensing fees collected by the Society. New item Commentary: Independent locations selling dog tags on behalf of the Municipality and are granted a commission on the sales ($2.00 per tag). The impact of providing the OSPCA with 100 % of the dog tag revenue would be approximately $1,200.00 per year. This service has been included in the administration fee of the contract and is suggested that this continue on this principal. As a compromise, and to be consistent, it is proposed that the OSPCA also be granted the commission of $ 2.00 per tag sold which has not historically been granted. 6. The OSPCA requests the Township of Oro - Medonte to provide a prosecutor for all Dog Owner's Liability Act ( Part 3 ticket/summons) related charges. Same as previous contracts Commentary: It is recommended that this remain unchanged. 7. The OSPCA requests the Township of Oro - Medonte to provide a prosecutor for all for Animal Control By -law related charges (Part 1 offences). Same as previous contracts Commentary: As part of the PDA Partner Service Agreement with the City of Barrie, a prosecutor is provided for Part 1 offences which include by -law infractions. It is recommended that this remain unchanged. 8. The OPSCA is asking that the Township of Oro - Medonte to consider passing an Animal Care By -law to assist in dealing with animal care issues such as shelter, leashing, etc. New item Commentary: It is suggested that staff research the proposed Animal Care By -law further and report back. Such research will also include a comparison of practices in surrounding Municipalities and an analysis of the benefits of such a by -law. -3- C.C,� - Q, j RECOMMENDATIONS : It is recommended: 1. THAT Report No. BP 2007 -013 be received and adopted.. 2. THAT Clerk Bring forward the appropriate By -law to enter into a one year contract with the OSPCA. 3. THAT staff investigate an Animal Care By -law and report back to Council. 4. AND THAT the OSPCA be advised of Council's decision. Respectfully submitted, n af� 10 Sherri -Lynn Moore, MAATO, CBCO Deputy Chief Building Official t� Michael P. Diver, CBCO Chief Building Official C.A.O. Comments: Date: Z Apo 1 Zw__7 Dept. Head C.A.O. V p � z, Attachment # 1 Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Ar giste+rtic ,a /tadfe nrv„ae -,Y n m.bo 889691044RR0002 j ' 16386 Woodbine Avenue, RR ° Newmarket ONE, UY 4W 1 Tel: (995) 898 122 1 888 ONT SPCA Fax: (905) 85 -8643 pV c wwv. ospca.on.ca y'O� Cfle41,i�J Protecting animals since 1873 November 28, 20o6 To-wnship of Oro - Medonte, r �dV ONCE \ Box ion, O Or Mti�Sy�P /' Oro Station ON LoL 2X0 yJ Attn: Mr. M. Diver Chief Building Officer Dear Mr. M. Diver: RE: Ontario SPCA Contract 2007 The Orillia Branch of the Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Ontario SPCA "the Society ") currently holds a contract with the Corporation of the Township of Oro- . Medonte ( "the Corporation ") to provide animal control and pound keeping services for the Corporation. This contract will expire on December 31, 2oo6 and the Society would be pleased to continue to offer pound keeping and animal control services in 2007. I have reviewed the current Agreement between the Corporation and the Society, and respectfully submit the following changes for your review and approval: Paragraph 1.3 ...to pay the Society as remuneration for the services as such Animal Control Officer and Pound keeper an annual sum equivalent to $46,023 dollars per annum, to be paid to the Society monthly ($3,835.26) effective the first day of January, 2007. Rationale: This represents a 3.2% increase and is in keeping with other municipal contracts that the Society holds across Ontario. This increase will assist the Society to cope with increased operational costs. Also in Paragraph 1.3 ... to pay the Society the sum equivalent to $I,000.00 per annum to assist with the impoundment of cats. Rationale: As in previous years, the Society continues to assist the Corporation with the problem of cat overpopulation and stray /feral cats encountered by residents of Oro- Medonte. The token amount of $1,000 will help us to care for the cats in our care. CI 0 Oro - Medonte Agreement, continued... NEW, Also in Paragraph 1.3 ... to pay to the Society the sum of $i,000 per annum to assist the Society with it's spay /neuter program at the Orillia Branch. Rationale: For a number of years, the Society has been making an effort to reduce the pet over population problem in Oro - Medonte and surrounding areas by ensuring thatALL adult dogs and cats adopted from our facility are spayed or neutered before they go to their new, adoptive home. Thus far in 2006, the Orillia Branch has paid over $25,00o for local spay /neuter surgeries. By taking this step to assist us with our spay /neuter initiatives, Oro - Medonte will be seen to be working in a progressive manner to reduce pet overpopulation. Paragraph 1.6 ... to grant to the Society and the Corporation does hereby grant to the Society, the right to collect all pound fees and destruction fees in accordance with the scale of fees authorized by the Corporation By -laws, l00% of said fees to be retained by the Society. Rationale: The task of calculating and remitting 50% of these fees to the Corporation creates an administrative burden to the Society that is not commensurate with the value of retaining 50% of the fees. By changing this procedure, it allows us to keep our proposed increase at 3.2 %. This change is also in keeping with the procedures currently in place with all other • municipalities serviced by the Orillia Branch. For your information, thus far in 2oo6, 21 impounded dogs have been claimed by residents of Oro - Medonte. Paragraph 2.9...to collect and retain r00% of dog license fees collected from residents claiming impounded dogs, as stipulated by Township of Oro - Medonte By -law 94-3 7 Section 9 (a)(ii)(2), and to remit appropriate dog license documentation to the Corporation at intervals stipulated by the Corporation. Rationale: As previously mentioned, 21 impounded dogs have been claimed thus far in 2oo6; therefore, the dollar amount represented in this change is not significant to the Corporation, but reduces the administrative burden to the Society, allowing us to keep the proposed agreement increase at 3.2 %. This also brings Oro - Medonte in -line with the other Municipalities serviced by the Orillia Branch. Paragraph 3 ... This agreement shall commence on the 1n day of January, 2007, and shall continue in full force and effect until the 319 day of December 2007, and thereafter from month to month, until replaced by a new agreement or either party gives written notice for the termination of the agreement with notice of 3o days. Finally, I ask that the Township of Oro - Medonte consider passing an Animal Care Bylaw to assist the Society and your By -law officers, to deal with a number of animal care issues within the Township. I have enclosed a copy of the by -law passed earlier this year by the Town of Gravenhurst for your consideration. A similar by -law has been enacted in the Township of . Severn, the City of Orillia and other municipalities across Ontario. Im n L _-A Oro - Medonte Agreement, continued... I look forward to receiving your confirmation and acceptance of these terms, via return mail or fax to 905-898-1266, attention of Donna Blakely - Finance Department. Should you have any questions regarding this proposal, please contact eitherponna Blakely at 1- 888- 668 - 7722, extension 329 or me, at extension 342. 74�w Hugh Coghill Acting Chief Inspector • cc. Carol Beard, Orillia Branch Manager C, , Attachment # 2 Analysis of Annual cost - OSPCA contracts for Animal Control 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 Draft Proposal Actual Actual Actual Actua Contract 46,023.00 44,596.00 43,298.00 Cats 850.00 (100% of revenue (100% of revenue Dog Tag Fees (100% of revenue to (100% of revenue (t00% of revenue OSPCA) to Township) to Township) Impound Fees (600.00) (125.00) (100% to OSPCA) (50% to OSPCA, (50% to OSPCA, 50% to Township) 50% to Township) Cat Impoundment 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 Spay /Neuter Program 1,000.00 Net Costs 48 023.00 44,996.00 44,173.00 2002 43,296.96 43,296.96 42,447.96 800.00 760.00 850.00 (100% of revenue (100% of revenue (100% of revenue to Township) to Township) to Township) (600.00) (600.00) (500.00) 43,456.96 Attachment # 3 L, a � o� TOWNSHIP OF ORO- MEDONTE -•- Dept. Report No. To: Prepared By: FD 2007 -6 Committee of the Whole Scott Cowden Subject: Department: Council Report on evaluation of Fire and Emergency Services moving Fire Services HO to Date: C. of W. Fire Stn. No. 3 April 12, 2007 R.M. File #: Motion # Date: Roll #: BACKGROUND: The Headquarters operations of the Fire and Emergency Services Department was moved from Fire Stn. No. 3 to the Township Office in December of 2005 in response to administrative and operational issues arising from the management of the Department. At the request of Council, this report is presented to discuss the viability of moving these operations back to Fire Stn. No. 3 ANALYSIS: The fire service has, and continues to have, tremendous demand for change placed upon it. The Fire Prevention and Protection Act of 1997 and events like the Ice Storm in 1998 and even 9/11, has brought about wholesale change to the way even a rural fire department does business. Municipal Officers and Fire Chiefs have been fined and even jailed in recent years for failure to implement and enforce current laws and regulations. Regulation compliance, record - keeping and documentation are absolutely mandatory in these liability- driven times. The ability to effectively administer an organization that is undergoing this type of rapid change puts demands on the staff responsible for ensuring that proper accounting occurs. Previous to moving to our current offices, the Dept had little in the way of a filing system, and was not keeping track of the legally- required training records or incident reports in any organized fashion, leaving the Township in a precarious position in terms of its legal compliance with regulations under the FPPA, Joint Health and Safety and Emergency Management and Civil Protection Acts. l ci ° 4 An effective and professional administrative process is required of Fire Departments regardless of size to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of emergency services, proper accounting of the finances expended and strong record - keeping practices, all of which help protect municipalities both in terms of services delivered and in legal and liability matters. The Township of Oro - Medonte is a small organization and each of its Departments have only a few administrative staff. The administrative team for the Fire and Emergency Services Dept. is no different with 4 personnel to oversee the Operation: The Director /Fire Chief, the Operations Manager [contract], the Fire Prevention Officer and a Technical Support position. These positions are responsible for all of the administrative operation of the Department. There is no separation of `Administration' vs. `Operational' staff with the exception of our Technical Support position. It has been posed by some that moving the administrative offices out of a fire station has somehow `weakened' the response capability of the Department. This is an utterly false statement and an incorrect assumption. The delivery of emergency services from our six fire stations is handled by our volunteer fire fighters. The full time staff did not remain at the Fire Station waiting for emergency calls. It was very common for the station to have no staff in it as they were off -site at meetings, performing inspections, running errands or doing other work somewhere in the Township. The Chief, Operations Manager and Fire Prevention Officer do respond to calls for service both day and night and fill a number of roles which include first response on occasion, but it is not their primary roles. Records indicate that in the past the full time staff of the Department regularly responded in their assigned vehicles, which at the time were not equipped with any lifesaving equipment. It can be said then, that, in fact, that the move to the 7th line Offices has actually improved our response times. As a move to improve our overall ability to respond to emergencies, we have outfitted the Department's light vehicles with a full range of equipment designed to deliver equipment and staff directly to the scene of an emergency regardless of their location without having to divert to a fire station. In addition, the Highway 11 corridor has by far the greatest demand for services in the Twp. and the Twp. Office is located right in the centre of that area. We have heard it said by some that having staff at Stn. 3 improved the logistic coordination in the Dept. as in the past, a member of one of the stations needing a item would drive their personal vehicle to stn 3 during the day to pick up whatever it was they needed. We have largely eliminated that requirement while improving communication with the fire stations. Now, on a weekly basis, we pick up and deliver interdepartmental mail at each station so that all our fire fighters know about Dept. activities first hand. While we're delivering documents, our staff also deliver any requested items directly to the station eliminating the need for a volunteer to find the time to do the errand. Previously, fire stations had only the equipment on the apparatus that was the minimum inventory and had to travel to stn. 3 every time they used any item. We have instituted a reserve supply of commonly -used items at each station so that the apparatus can be made ready for the next call immediately upon return to the station from their last call and not days later when a volunteer has time to pick up replacements. An added plus to this is our presence in the stations. We're there every week to follow up and ensure that the station is in good shape and the apparatus is ready to respond. This is an improvement to service, not a reduction, PLUS it is more convenient for the volunteer staff. -2- But the vast majority of the work done by our Chief, Operations Manager and Fire Prevention Officer is the day -to -day administration of the Department: Answering telephone calls from the public, coordinating fire prevention and fire safety education programs are administrative tasks requiring adequate documentation of actions and appropriate record - keeping. Designing and coordinating training programs for our fire fighters, researching and making recommendations for policy decisions are administrative functions. Writing guidelines and ensuring that they're implemented and followed by staff is an administrative function. Planning and budgeting and financial accounting of our expenditures on an ongoing basis is an administrative function. Managing the Townships' Health and Safety program is an administrative function. Planning for the future needs of the community and the Dept are administrative functions. We are tasked with reporting on our activities on a regular basis to the Ontario Fire Marshal's Office, Emergency Management Ontario, WSIB, and other agencies and these, too, are administrative functions. The coordination of all of the above -noted operations has been improved by co- locating with the rest of the Townships' resources. From here staff have instant access to mapping and Information Technology service and databases, face -to -face contact with staff from the Clerk's, Treasury, Roads, Planning, Building and Environmental Services Departments and we work together every single day to resolve whatever issues may have arisen that day. Even a coffee break becomes an opportunity to fix, improve or change something that we've been working on or challenge we're facing. Being at this central location also improves our accessibility to the CAO, the Mayor and Council members so that you see us on a regular basis and are kept up to date on what we're doing, and are available to these offices as a resource on a regular basis. By tapping into the resource pool available at Twp. Office we are now fully integrated into the 'Baker' electronic database for the first time and can accurately track everything from emergency responses to confidential staff training records. The remote location and limited resources at the previous location prevented this from occurring. Access to all these resources means that we fix things in minutes or hours what previously would have taken days or weeks, or was simply left unresolved and unfinished. By joining resources with the rest of the Township administration, we are doing these things better and saving money at the same time by eliminating duplication areas such as photocopier leases, phone systems and fill -in clerical staff. For example, • We now have a single telephone number for Township residents to call for Township services; • We have eliminated the lease and operating expense of a photocopier at fire stn. 3; • We have the ability to cover off sick days and vacation in -house when our technical support person is away, meaning that when a resident calls, the phone is always answered; • We have streamlined the invoice payment system with finance so that our suppliers are paid on a more timely basis plus we have been able to better track our expenses with help from the Treasury Dept. and have realized savings in a number of areas; • We have improved our inspection programs. By being `in- house' with staff from the Building's Dept. we communicate daily regarding ongoing work, upcoming issues and can simply walk down the hall and get an answer that might have taken a number of calls or emails plus time to resolve; • We have the in -house assistance of the Clerk's Department to assist with the management of our filing system, which now meets all regulations regarding retention, protection of privacy -3- and is designed for ease of access and location of specific files as it's in the Townships' sole file database, 'Laserfiche.'; In the end: It may be that, despite the gains we have made with the joint collaboration of all Township Administration in one location that, the will of Council is to have the staff of the Fire and Emergency Services Department work from Station 3. It is important that all FES staff maintain day -to -day direct contact with each other so they should all be housed together, wherever that is. The move to Station 3 has a number of financial impacts: • Moving expenses, $1600. [to move office equipment and files from Twp office to Stn. 3]; • Replacement shelving system, $3255 [for file storage]; • Telephone system repairs at Stn. 3, $600 /approx.; • Photocopier lease, $300 /month; • Cleaning Services, $4000 /yr [2005 actual] Respectfully, it is the recommendation of the author that the Headquarters /Administration of the Oro - Medonte Fire and Emergency Services Department remain at its current location at the Township's Offices. It is a fact that this Department has made significant strides forward and that is, in large part, owing to our access to all the Townships' resources. RECOMMENDATIONS 1. THAT Report No. FD- 2007D6be received; 2. THAT the Fire and Emergency Services Department continue to operate their Headquarters from the Township Offices on the 7th line. Respectfully rector /Fire Chief C.A.O. Comments: Date: C.A.O. Dept. Head -5- TOWNSHIP OF ORO- MEDONTE :101 00 Dept. Report No. RC2007 -05 To: Committee of the Whole Prepared By: Shawn Binns Council C. of W. Motion # Date: Subject: North Simcoe ATV Club Department: Parks and Recreation Date: April 10, 2007 R.M. File #: Roll #: BACKGROUND: ne. Annu of tho Nnrth Cimrno ATV rhih- nrP.SP.ntP.d a dpnutation to Council at the Regular Committee of the Whole meeting held on February 21, 2007, and additional correspondence from Mr. Neil Knelson and Gerry Churchill dated March 27, 2007 (Attachment #1) requesting Council to consider a By -Law to allow the use of ATV's on municipal roadways within the Township of Oro - Medonte. A similar request was made to council at the regular Committee of the Whole meeting held on March 24, 2004 and report # PW2004 -06 (Attachment #2) was prepared by Jerry Ball, Public Works Superintendent. These requests were made upon the passing of Bill 11 allowing for the creation of Regulation #316/03, which in turn is an enabling legislation allowing counties and municipalities to create By- Laws allowing legal road access for ATV's. To provide a general consensus to the proposed By -Law, the O.P.P, surrounding municipalities and the County of Simcoe were contacted to provide updates and information since 2004. Staff also met with Mr. Will Schouten and Mr. Gerry Churchill to review the clubs trails and the municipal roads in which they are seeking access. ANALYSIS: .k n .. ;- nf nu rcrrain vPh rlP Cluhs and the North Simcoe ATV club have V11IVV LVV� ♦V v..vv • vvv.... .�.. -. - _ _ made significant progress, in the development of their organization. They have developed Trail Etiquette and Environmental Guidelines, trained 35 people as trail wardens, joined with Huronia Trails and Greenways (Local Trail Organization) and have been working with the County and surrounding municipalities to create trail networks and permit system. The North Simcoe ATV Club has also engaged stakeholders, volunteers and members from the Township of Oro - Medonte. Springwater and Severn Townships as well the Town of Innisfil, The City of Barrie and the City of Orillia were contacted. None of these municipalities have passed a By -Law on this matter, with the exception of Innisfil who passed a By -Law in 2005 allowing the operation of All Terrain Vehicles on all roads within their jurisdiction. Severn Township and Springwater Township both have established Committees and are waiting for the North Simcoe ATV Club to have established Trail Networks with usage agreements from the Township, the County of Simcoe (For County Roads and Forests) a permit system, wardens, and trail maintenance program. The North Simcoe ATV Club is currently working on joint use agreements with the County of Simcoe for access to County Forest Trials under the Simcoe County Forests Recreation Policy a summary is attached (Attachment #3). The North Simcoe ATV is seeking to access parts of Line 1 and Line 2 North linking the Drury and Barr tracts of County Forests to Horseshoe Valley Resort. (See Attachment #4) After discussion with Mrs. Alana McCutheon, Detachment Commander for the Barrie O.P.P, she advised that the O.P.P had no concerns with regards to ATV usage on Municipal Road allowances. Mr. Jerry Ball Public Works Superintendent echoes the same concerns as outlined in report # PW2004 -06 and would not recommend allowing access to all road allowances in the Township but would recommend allowing access on certain roads used to link trail networks once they have been established. In reviewing OFATV literature, considering the Highway Traffic Act relating to all terrain vehicles, the advantages and disadvantages towards the operation of ATV's on municipal road allowances, the added maintenance of road shoulders and boulevards, possible damage to private property and the fact that this not currently any established trail systems within the Township of Oro - Medonte, it is recommended that a By -Law to allow legal road access for the use of ATV's on Township road allowance not be created at this time. -2- 1. That Report No. # RC2007 -05 be received and adopted. 2. That Council denies, at this time, the request for use of all- terrain vehicles on municipal road allowances until such time as a maintained trail system, permit system and use agreements are established. 3. And further that the North Simcoe ATV Club be notified of Councils decision. Shawn Binns Manager of Recreation and Community Services C.A.O. Comments: C.A.O. Date: Dept. Head -3- W .�w March 27. 2007 The Township of Oro - Medonte Dear Council Member of the Township of Oro - Medonte, The Ontario Federation of All Terrain Vehicles (OFATV), of which the North Simcoe All Terrain Vehicle Club (NSATN� is a member in good standing, is a recognized organization registered with the Ontario Government and represents the interests of all terrain vehicle (ATV) riders and the concerns of municipalities, residents, environmentalists, safety organizations and land owners. The number of ATVs being sold has grown exponentially with sales last year surpassing sales of snowmobiles. Total ATV sales in 2006 will exceed 90,000 units in Canada. With numbers like this it is important that there is some control of riders with rules and bylaws to organize riders, protect the environment and land owner interests. The Federal Government realized ignoring the problem would not make it go away and passed Bill 316. Our club shares those beliefs. Being in a recreational area, close to major cities, we need to address the use of ATVs in our township, and along with the NSATV's assistance, the township of Oro - Medonte could not only ensure a great relationship between the riders and the residents, but could also see an economic gain in tourism as has been the case with snowmobilers. Innisfil Township, which has opened up most public roads and trails to riders, has also seen a drastic reduction in complaints to law enforcement. Presently the NSATV has access to ride on most of the Simcoe County Forest land and some private trails through agreements with. landowners. We would like to also be allowed to ride on open township roads and unopened road allowances in The Township of Oro - Medonte with restricted hours and speeds. The NSATV Club offers to the Township of Oro- Medonte a vehicle to work with to provide policies and assistance to the increased enjoyment of all Township residents. We would provide safety courses, mapping of trails, signage, land owner agreements, third party insurance liability, riding etiquette guidelines (i.e. Avoid riding in sensitive wetlands, no trespassing etc.), assistance with search and rescue and increased potential for tourism. In order to maintain trails in a safe and environmentally friendly condition we provide signage, trail wardens, safety instructors, garbage clean up and removal, mapping and get input from the Ministry of Natural Resources and the Ministry of the Environment. We have in place a 5 million dollar insurance policy to protect landowners, with the $1000 deductible being the responsibility of the NSATV club. -2- March 27, 2007 Presently our club is a small group, but as we get more trails in The Township of Oro - Medonte our members would increase. Currently 10% of our membership resides in The Township of Oro - Medonte. In conclusion we believe that with the NSATV club and The Township of Oro - Medonte working together we can ensure safe trails, which can be a benefit not only to ATV riders, but also to the residents and the economy far beyond what could be accomplished if we were to simply let the status quo unfold. In the end, the basic premise is that managed trails are better for all than unmanaged trails. The NSATV club has an excellent track record of stewardship on County owned trails and has the ability and interest to expand their expertise in the same fashion to The Township of Oro - Medonte. Sincerely, Neil Knelsen Gerry Churchill North Simcoe All Terrain Vehicle Club North Sirncoe All Terrain Vehicle Club 705- 835 -3794 705- 321 -7653 0 OI oko.�t - L� TOWNSHIP OF ORO- MEDONTE Dept. Report No. To: COMMITTEE OF THE Prepared By: WHOLE PW2004 -06 Jerry Ball Subject: Department: Council Use of All- Terrain Vehicles Public Works Date: ✓ (ATV's) on Municipal Roads C. of W. June 17, 2004 R.M. File #: Motion # T06- 11285 Roll #: Date: e� a3I0� Mr. Wayne Hodge, President of Georgian Trail Riders, presented a deputation to Council at the Regular Committee of the Whole meeting held on March 24, 2004 requesting Council to consider a By -law to allow the use of ATV's on municipal roadways within Oro - Medonte Township. This request was made upon the passing of Bill 11 (passed July 31, 2003) allowing the creation of Regulation #316103, which in turn is an enabling legislation allowing counties and municipalities to create By -laws allowing legal road access for ATV's. However, ATV's and off -road vehicles are prohibited from 400 series Highways and Trans Canada Highways, but do have access to Highways 500 to 899, 7000 series, and roads with a "summer average daily traffic count" of less than 5,000. Further exemptions to the By -law are provided for farmers, trappers and all public utility workers. In the handout provided by Mr. Hodge, it clearly states all guidelines and rules that an operator of such vehicles must adhere to, such as driver's licence and registration requirements, rules of the road, and vehicle equipment standards. In addition to these rules, the Ontario Federation of All- Terrain Vehicles Club has provided an "alcohol policy" and an "insurance program" for its member clubs that give coverage for $5,000,000.00 "commercial general liability", $5,000,000.00 `non -owned automobile ", and $250,000.00'9enant's legal liability" with a $1,000.00 deductible. Thus, each member of the individual clubs will be insured under this policy. To provide a general consensus to the proposed By -law, our insurer, OME Jardin, the O.P.P., and all municipalities within the County were asked for their comments regarding this matter. cl a j ANAL With legislation being passed approximately one year ago, most municipalities are still in the process of reporting to their respective Councils, however replies were received from the municipalities of Clearview, City of Orillia, Bradford West Gwillimbury and Essa Township. None of these municipalities had passed a By -law on this matter, with the exception of Essa Township, whom had created a By -law for ATV's and snowmobiles in 1998 allowing the operation of such vehicles on all road allowances within their jurisdiction. OME Jardin, insurer for the Township of Oro - Medonte, was concerned that there must be reasonable assurance that roads and road shoulders are safe for ATV usage. These risks would include such things as roadside signage, erosion, and fallen trees or branches. Public Works echoes these same concerns, including concerns of damage to road ditches, shoulders and boulevards, from ATV usage. This type of damage presently exists in a number of locations throughout the Township and County and will increase maintenance if ATV's were allowed on roads within Oro - Medonte. A further concern of trespassing and creating damage to private property would increase the need for additional enforcement. After discussion with Mr. Chad Bark, Detachment Commander for the Barrie O.P.P., he advised that the O.P.P. had no concerns with regards to ATV usage on municipal road allowances. As the Ontario Federation of All-Terrain Vehicle Clubs continues to promote ATV usage, it will undoubtedly become a huge recreational sport and contribute to the tourism in the Province, much like the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs. The main difference now between these two clubs is that the OFSC has been in operation for a number of years and has established a huge trail system throughout the Province. All OFSC members can operate on their maintained trails, which reduces the need of road usage for snowmobiles. Once the ATV Clubs have established a maintained trail system, it will add to the safe operation for ATV vehicles and reduce the liability for operating on public roadways. Thus, consideration should be given to the fact that there are no organized trails within Oro - Medonte and therefore, there is not a great need to allow ATV's on Township road allowances until a trail system has been developed. In considering a By -law of this nature, Council has three options: ➢ allow the use of ATV's on all municipal road allowances; ➢ allow the use of ATV's on certain road allowances; do not allow the use of ATV's on any road allowances. In reviewing the OFATV literature, considering the Highway Traffic Act relating to all- terrain vehicles, the advantages and disadvantages towards the operation of ATV's on municipal road allowances, the added maintenance of road shoulders and boulevards, possible damage to private property, and the fact that there are no established trail systems within Oro - Medonte, it is recommended that a By -law not be created to allow legal road access for the use of ATV's on Township road allowances. COUNTY OF IMCOErik 'iffiffloor '_6 Ia[ tM 4nnrn (. a! 1i 1k c, -1 A 3 County Forests Recreation Use Policy Summary 1 110 Highway 26 Midhurst, Ontario LOL 1X0 www.county.shncoe.on.ca 2007 Simcoe County Forests Recreation Policy Summary Simcoe County reviewed the recreational use of County Forests in 2006 in conjunction with public consultations throughout the County. As a result, County Council has adopted a new Recreational Use Policy effective January 1", 2007. The following is a summary of the new policy: Activities Permitted Conditions Walking; hiking Cross - county skiin ; snowshoein Orienteering; eocachin Nature appreciation; nature stud Do sleddin Horseback riding Pets must be under control or on leash Dog walking Mountain biking • No unauthorized trail construction Snowmobiling • On designated OFSC' trails only- 9 Use Agreement and Permits are required Other off -road motorized vehicles • On designated OFATVZ or OFTR3 trails (ATV's; motorcycles) only* • Use Agreement and Permits are required • Maximum vehicle weight 400 k Hunting; fishing As per provincial hunting and fishing regulations ** • Portable tree stands only • Hunters must be members of OFAH Trapping • license and Use Agreement required Harvesting non -wood forest products • Personal use only * Exceptions Include: • use by OFATV, OFTR, or OFSC members where authorized to facilitate volunteer patrols or stewardship activities • to enable disabled or infirm hunters to access the SCF during all hunting seasons • to facilitate large game retrieval (deer and bear) • to facilitate complete access for hunters to the SCF during the Controlled Deer Hunt only ** Hunting is permitted except on the following tracts due to close proximity to urban areas: • Dyer (City of Barrie) • Rippon (Village of Angus; Essa Twp) County of Simcoe 2007 Recreation Use Policy for County Forests Page 1 of 2 • Blauxham, (Innisfil Twp) • Museum, Midhurst (Springwater Twp) • Thompson (Penetanguishene) • Tottenham (New Tecumseth) Activities Not Permitted: • Operation of motorized vehicles in excess of 400 kg gross vehicle weight • Littering, dumping or disposal of any foreign material • Open fires • Camping • Consumption of alcohol • Target practice; paintball • Cutting, pruning, digging or gathering of trees, shrubs, groundcover or firewood • Construction of unauthorized structures; permanent tree stands • Placement of unauthorized signs Special Use: • Organized events are not permitted without a valid Use Agreement in effect. This includes any activity which is advertised or if participants are charged an entry fee, but does not include organized hikes or nature walks Footnotes: 'OFSC Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs 705 - 739 -7669 www.ofsc.on.ca ATV and off -road motorcycle enthusiasts are encouraged to contact the following for information on membership requirements and trail development: 2OFATV Ontario Federation of All Terrain Vehicle Clubs 705- 422 -1408 www.ofatv.org 3OFTR Ontario Federation of Trail Riders 705 - 447 -3110 www.oftr.oro For additional information, please contact Simcoe County Forests: Graeme Davis, R.P.F., County Forester County of Simcoe 1110 Highway 26 Midhurst, Ontario LOL 1X0 705 - 726 -9300 Extension 1177 County of Simcoe 2007 Recreation Use Policy for County Forests Page 2 of 2 R�����. . ' ��1 Reouests to Waive Rental Fees 8 Amount Requested Account Disbursement Carried/ Defeated Or anizat ion /Name Facility Purpose A Nancy Marion Memorial Tournament Vasey Ball Diamonds 1 & 2 Charity Tournament $793.00 Note: It is recommended to Council that the listed organization be requested to submit the appropriate applicable fee. 8 MAR -15 -2007 08:59 ST.THERESA'S H.S. 705 526 4378 P.03/05 THE CORPORATION OF THE 148 Line 7 S., Box 100 I� I P Oro, Ontario 4 2X0 Phone (705) 487-2171 TOW S Fax (705)487 -0133 V OF ww,v.oro- medonte -ca APPLICATION FOR GRANT /SUBSIDY NOTE: GRANT /SUBSIDIES ARE NOT AUTOMATICALLY RENEWED EVERY YEAR. NOTE: ORGANIZATIONS MAY REQUIRED TO SUBMIT FINANCIAL STATEMENTS. NOTE: If additional space is required to complete your information, please use the attached sheet. Grant/Subsidy Request Amount s_ PART A - Oreanization Name and Address Informadon Organization �1 t ok t9 ^l n �PEi✓E i �iwc, a / -r. lle vc Name Address LSkll'.IC11 % Mp 0PN# O/i¢rtJ 0 City diak Yii✓p "Pro, ON Postal Code i gt9v% Contact 7/0 C F 2 F" l'U Telephone 705- •S Z4.77L9 E -mail -r o9 s o A 6- (z 4 otm u 1 . GoM Fax --6_ PART B - Organization General Information Number of Out of Town Membership Fee Members 2 t Residents MAI/y If Applicable Geographic Area r &e 1011`7`'5 %46Atet )KC, Served fj�„nf y !!S&r 6ow / /�'Fz'0( 7,V - �ormed /13,r M-/ri CANtc- ,Soc Fi y /19c? Sa EO �gTrN,3G c�v 7a ueryl Outline the mission, purpose and objectives of your organization. C.9.J. 1t�9�✓tF Saa E?Y r o Etpg�rD /YJrss�a✓ 9/L A- 7-Y 00t S r-' .J C ('A,JCfrt %a C *VVC Fr2 S� C OM nt t/,Jt r-y/ p206RA,N suapo2; �P�0PvCL.,✓, -11e W,r ,y C*JCe.e., ti37✓I,Crar�,e, .Jos. OFFE2 PwD CPE,o)B<6- o.o CAeVCF.Pr jCi sly RE.0a r won/ ,Wb Ti2EiF im r,.r7 ->. MAR -15 -2007 09:00 ST.THERESA'S H.S. 705 526 4378 P.04i05 Please use this additional sheet ( and attach more if required) to complete the information requested on the Grant/Subsidy Application Form.i Outline the mission, and o A Y.. C 6 C/f'1✓l�'D /�Y/6� CA�UG c"-2. .�C GCE %� Type of Organization (i.e. Registered Charity, Non - Profit Organization, no status, etc.) and registration number if / 16K'/'7yo-5 /Jr/c, oao& Other Sources of Revenue (include amounts that have been received or that are anticipated — other grants/subsidies, Purpose for which the current grant/subsidy, if approved, would be used. Give complete details (i.e. project or event description, time frame, community benefits). r 41f a Wf of Do^WJ a 4 s6n / »iR Olt Ga -7tfC - " -fA4CY 1010tI0�1 #E019e� N SC) 7-da.e.v �Ir �7- Do you currently receive other grants or subsidies from the Township (facility subsidization, photocopying, secretarial, etc.). , Previous grant/subsidies from the Township? Amount Requested: $ Year of Request: Amount Approved: $ Year of Approval: MAR -15 -2007 09:00 ST.THERESA'S H.S. 705 526 4378 P.05i05 Type of Organization (i.e. Registered Charity, Non -Profit Organization, no status, etc.) and registration number if a£ applicable. �t E C IS 7-'f R -f 0 01W4 / i / - �s¢/✓/917/ hest/ Ci4�Car s2c" r-i Y LPS43 P- d 000 Other Sources of Revenue (include amounts that have been received or that are anticipated - other grants/subsidies, private funding, etc.). NS A-A.',-I Fu JOh�}IS /�G � SUU eCES /CEUE✓JlL.� LAC Cr--S, Purpose for which the current grant/subsidy, if approved, would be used. Give complete details (i.e. project or event description, time frame, community benefits). /420fITS f/}Om kr- louOn1901"7 W /tk 13E )V �-, 73 kk /0 G 0.-17-/ 1U AJ k' h)vix'V /SS /an/ /nt AUK naey i] Cc- wf(77t -z /c,9 &)QAs6,J -/lnvu6d /rtI6 N#'vrr 11f94/0^+ y(d A(Ue/9 <S4$- P1 7Y/t rca Do you currently receive other grants or subsidies from the Township (facility subsidization, photocopying, secretarial, etc). Previous grants /subsidies from the Township? Amount Requested: $ -7 ° C) Amount Approved: $ 729 ' 0o Year of Request Year of Approval: PART C - Signature of Authorized Official(s) 2UC te: /6', 2007 a sition f Date: 2607 Name &Position For Off1Le use ont Approved: Denied! Amount $ Date: NOTE; Personal information contained on this form is collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and will be used for the purpose of determining eligibility for grants. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Freedom of Information Co- ordinator, The Corporation of the Township of Oro- Medonte,148 Line 7 South, Box 100, Oro, Ontario. LOL 2X0 TOTAL P.05 Printed 10- Apr -07 10:51 AM Township of Oro - Medonte 148 Line 7 S., Box 100 Phone: (705) 487 -2171 Oro- Medonte, ON LOL 2X0 Fax: (705) 487 -0133 Customer Schedule Rate Charge Amount 480 13.00 Nancy Marion Memorial Tournament 480 13.00 0.00 104.00 Ms. Liz Gibson 26.00 0.00 52.00 720 13.00 846 Birchwood Drive 156.00 900 13.00 0.00 195.00 Midland, ON L4R 4Y2 26.00 0.00 78.00 Date Day Complex Facility Event Type Start Time End Time 08- Jun -07 Fri Trinit Vasey 1 (lights) Charity Too 12:00 PM 8:00 PM 08 -Jun -07 Fri Trinit Vasey 2 Charity Ton 12:00 PM 8:00 PM 08- Jun -07 Fri Trinit Vasey 1 (lights) Charity Tou 8:00 PM 10:00 PM 09- Jun -07 Sat Trinit Vasey I (lights) Charity Tou 8:00 AM 8:00 PM 09- Jun -07 Sat Trinit Vasey 2 Charity Tou 8:00 AM 11:00 PM 09- Jun -07 Sat Trinit Vasey 1 (lights) Charity Too 8:00 PM 11:00 PM 10- Jun -07 Sun Trinit Vasey I (lights) Charity Tou 8:00 AM 12:00 PM 10- Jun -07 Sun Trinit Vasey 2 Charity Too 8:00 AM 12:00 PM Page I of I Permit Number: 1829 Ms. Liz Gibson Home Phone: 705 -527 -1870 Dar. Hourly Other (Min) Rate Charge Amount 480 13.00 0.00 104.00 480 13.00 0.00 104.00 120 26.00 0.00 52.00 720 13.00 0.00 156.00 900 13.00 0.00 195.00 180 26.00 0.00 78.00 240 13.00 0.00 52.00 240 13.00 0.00 52 -00 56.0 (hrs) Sub Total $793.00 Tax $0.00 Grand Total $793.00 I hearby waive and forever discharge the Corporation of the Township of Oro - Medonte, its employees, agents, officers, and elected ifficials from all claims, damages, costs and expenses in respect to injury or damage to my /their property, however caused, which nay occur as a result of my /their participation. Please sign and return this copy along with payment. Where applicable, please submit your REFUNDABLE DAMAGE DEPOSIT OF $500.00 in a seperate cheque. All cheques are payable to the Township of Oro- Medonte. End of Listing * Indicates event spans multiple days. Powered by MaxEnterprise ©, a product of Maximum Solutions, Inc. ri cn cn G) m r m N to X Q F I'M FREE Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free, I took His hand when I heard him call. I turned my back and left it all. If my parting has left a void, then fill it with remembered joy. My life's been full. I savored much; good friends, good times, a loved one s touch. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss; ah yes, these things. I too, will miss. Perhaps my time seemed all too brief_ don't lengthen it nor✓ with undue grief. Lift up your hearts and share with me God wanted me now, He set me free. ��Qwow� 0/1 Donna Patricia Coulson RN Peacefully with her family by her side at the Renfrew Victoria Hospital on Saturday February 24, 2007 at the age of 59 years. Donna Coulson (nee Rumney) of Lapasse , dear daughter of Maida Patricia Rumney and the late Harry Rumney. Cherished companion of Mike Kreutz. Beloved mother of Andy Marion (Corry), Paul Marion (Suzanne), Sara Marion (Dave Hearn), Jennifer Layman (Joel) and David Tinney (Megan). Granny of Grannys to Drew, Jacob and Samuel Marion, Cole and Gavin Layman and Cassidy Tinney. Loving sister of Margretta Parke (Dan), Brenda Luckas (late Josef) and Dr. Joel Rumney (Dr. Edith). Fondly remembered by Roland Marion, Bev Tinney and Fred Coulson. Donna will be sadly missed by all her friends and extended family. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Donna's Life in the presence of her Ashes in Vasey United Church, Vasey Ont. on Saturday morning March 3RD at 11 o'clock.The Interment will take place in Vasey Ontario. In memory of Donna, donations to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Centre or the Renfrew Victoria Hospital would be appreciated by the (amity. Arrangements in care of the MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, Pembroke. 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