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11 06 2008 Rec Tech Agenda• •'• 1ATE: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2008 TIME: 7:00 p.m. 2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF: ACCORDANCE WITH THE ACT" 4. DEPUTATIONS None. 5. COMMUNICATIONS a) Councillor Coutanche, re: Action Items from September 4, 2008 meeting. b) Councillor Coutanche, re: Member Updates. c) Shawn Binns, re: Buffalo Springs Subdivision Draft Park Plans. d) Shawn Binns, re: Township or Oro-Medonte and Recreation and Community Services Logo. e) Shawn Binns, re: Facility Plan Update. f) Shawn Binns, re: Site Tour. g) Shawn Binns, re: Simcoe Estates Parkland Development Petition. h) Active Healthy Kids Canada, re: Fourth Annual Active Healthy Kids Canada 2008 Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth. 6. SUB-COMMITTEE UPDATES a) Sports Groups Committee. 7. ANNOUNCEMENTS 8. ADJOURNMENT 8"M KV'n- I h U A U% I (; A MEETING MINUTES Robinson Room Thursday, September 4, 2008 TIME: 7:06 p.m. Present: Ted Duncan Phillip Patchell Reta Regelink Carolyn Tripp Council/Staff Mayor H.S. Hughes Councillor Mel Coutanche Present: Councillor John Crawford Marie Brissette, Committee Coordinator Shawn Binns, Director of Recreation and Community Services Regrets: Kelly Meyers Also Present: Julie Cloutier, Phil McGee, Michelle O'Sullivan, Ann Budge Councillor Coutanche assumed the chair and called the meeting to order. Motion No. RTSG080904-1 Moved by Tripp, Seconded by Patchell It is recommended that the agenda for the Recreation Technical Support Group meeting of Thursday, September 4, 2008 be received and adopted. Carried. 2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF: - "IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ACT" None. Moved by Regelink, Seconded by Tripp It is recommended that the minutes of the Recreation Technical Support Group meeting held on June 12, 2008 be adopted as printed and circulated. Carried. 4. DEPUTATIONS a) Julie Cloutier, Project Coordinator, Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit, re: Good for Life. Ms. Cloutier reviewed the programs available and various committees and partnerships in place and provided brochures and a handout of her power point presentation. Motion No. RTSG080904-3 Moved by Patchell, Seconded by Duncan It is recommended that the verbal information presented by Julie Cloutier, Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit re: Good for Life, be received. Carried. b) Phil McGee, re: Indian Park Association Trail Committee. Mr. McGee and Ms. O'Sullivan reviewed the trail systems within the Indian Park Association lands and provided maps of the IPA lands. Moved by Duncan, Seconded by Patchell It is recommended that the verbal information presented by Phil McGee and Michelle O'Sullivan re: Indian Park Trail Committee, be received. Carried. 5. COMMUNICATIONS a) Councillor Coutanche, re: Action Items from June 12, 2008 meeting. Updates were provided by staff and committee members on the various items listed. Motion No. RTSG080904-5 Moved by Duncan, Seconded by Patchell It is recommended that the verbal information presented by Councillor Coutanche re: Action Items from June 12, 2008 Recreation Technical Support Group meeting, be received. Carried. Recreation Technical Support Group Minutes of September 4, 2008 2 b) Councillor Coutanche, re: "Everybody Gets to Play". The Committee discussed the potential for a "Fee Assistance Policy". Motion No RTSG080904-6 Moved by Patchell, Seconded by Duncan It is recommended that the verbal information presented by Councillor Coutanche re: "Everybody Gets to Play", be received. Carried. c) Shawn Binns, re: Facility Master Plan Update Mr. Binns provided an update on the facility condition audit and noted that surveys were provided to various user groups in order to generate comments and input into the Master Plan. A Public Meeting was set for Tuesday, September 23, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at the Warminster Elementary School. Motion No. RTSG080904-7 Moved by Tripp, Seconded by Patchell It is recommended that the verbal information presented by Shawn Binns, Director of Recreation and Community Services re: Facility Master Plan Update, be received. Carried. d) Shawn Binns, re: Recreation and Community Services Department Organizational Realignment. Mr. Binns provided an overview of the realignment and responsibilities of the department. Motion No. RTSG080904-8 Moved by Duncan, Seconded by Tripp It is recommended that the verbal information presented by Shawn Binns, Director of Recreation and Community Services re: Recreation and Community Services Department Organizational Realignment, be received. Carried. Recreation Technical Support Group Minutes of September 4, 2008 3 _5 Mr. Binns noted that the Grand Opening for the Sweetwater Park is scheduled for September 20, 2008 at 1 p.m. An update on the ongoing projects at the Ravines of Oro- Medonte, Shelswell Park, Memorial Park, Line 4 Park and Sweetwater Park was provided. I a, Moved by Tripp, Seconded by Regelink It is recommended that the verbal information presented by Shawn Binns, Director of Recreation and Community Services re: Capital Projects Update, be received. Carried. a) Sports Groups Committee. The sub-committee is to reconvene in the fall. 7. ANNOUNCEMENTS The Master Plan Public Meeting, Grand Opening of Sweetwater Park and Oro Moraine Day at the Oro World's Fair will be advertised. Moved by Regelink, Seconded by Patchell It is recommended that we do now adjourn at 9:06 p.m. Carried. Councillor Coutanche, Co-Chair Councillor Crawford, Co-Chair Recreation Technical Support Group Minutes of September 4, 2008 4 Action Items from the Sep 4-08 meeting of the Rec- Tech Advisory Gro Note: Please b8 prepared iO report back h3 the RSC-TeCh Group 81 our next meeting. # What is to be accomplished By Date 1 Obtain an electronic copy of the Good For Life presentation Marie Soon Strategic Facilities Plan 2 Meet with the Director of Development Services to the discuss Mel Oct 2 options of the IPA and the Township controls — with the intent of D / no problem 3 maintaining (some of) the hiking / biking trails in Phase 1 & 2. Shawn done 3 Bring forward a "Fee Assistance Policy' Shawn Future 4 Send info re the Sept 23 (Warminster) Facilities Planning Session All Done 4 to key contacts Mel done 5 Translate some of the recommendations of the Simcoe County Shawn Future Active Transportation Committee into recommendations for 5 council Phillip Not yet / meet 6 (From Jun 12-08): Integrate with, and nurture, the Moonstone Phillip Oct 2 6 Recreation Committee. The Committee could use new (young) Shawn Done community recreation needs in Moonstone. 7 (From Jun 12-08): The Sports Group Working Group (Ted D) Ted Oct 2 determine the required process for acquiring Trillium Grants and & with Julie G work toward obtaining one. Shawn Status of Action Items from the Jun 12-08 Rec-Tech Advisory Group Mee # What is to be accomplished By Status 1 Bring forward Motion 2008-01 to Council, in support of the Shawn done Strategic Facilities Plan 2 Recommend to Council that the O-M Website be Marie MB with Harold improved to include map links for trails, etc. D / no problem 3 Install a sign at the SWEETWATER PARK site, to inform Shawn done the community about this MAJOR PARK project. Include contact info for the needed volunteers. 4 Inform the Sugarbush Terry Fox Event people (Lola Mel done Pickard ++) about the progress of the Sweetwater Park Project and solicit their participation 5 Integrate with, and nurture, the Moonstone Recreation Phillip Not yet / meet Committee. The Committee could use new (young) blood. with Rick Yule 6 Evaluate the USE OF SCHOOL FACILITIES for Shawn Done community recreation needs in Moonstone. 7 The Sports Group Working Group (Ted D) determine the Ted In progress required process for acquiring Trillium Grants and work & with Julie G toward obtaining one. Shawn 8 Check out the participant insurance requirement for Shawn Policy needed Sports Groups and individuals participating in Township & sponsored activities — and ensure that the Township is Ted adequately insured I I I� GARGANO DEVELOPMENT CORP. PHASE 1 (118 LOTS) 43T -91031 OMB FILE #S- 930038 LANDSCAPE PLANS Project Number: 163804063 September, 2008 Drawing Schedule: Sheet Drawing L1 Recreation Block Site Plan L2 Recreation Block Planting Plan L3 Conceptual Pathway Layout L4 Tree Compensation Plan L5 16m North Buffer Planting Plan L6 16m South Buffer Planting Plan U - L9 Details KEY PLAN .arrr0000 1,) ststec LOT 81 .w ' LOT 98 LOT 80 +i . ' �p f C' D LOT 79 /�� �Gp �^*" " ;, "i` / �"'p .f✓ • A j� LOT 106 Ptwee 1 (118 Loh) {� LOT 745 43T -91031 LOT 99 ; 1� nRECREATION BLOCK '� , _' •. o �e � BITE PLAN 9 a s m x 4 ,afemao 1:300 scale 1:300 LOT 104 �\ �� sw 1z' > � �� L1 I y 9 2 Plant Schedule�..a� ,.�. u sionxemo senxx.w ,�. Stdll!!tC r;U � (9; C Township Proud Heritage, Exciting Future Recreation Community Services N Integration of the Response from all of the Discussion Groups that Participated in the Community -wide Search Conference Associated with the Strategic Facility Plan Township of Oro - Medonte September 23, 2008 On September 23, 2008, a Search Conference was hosted by the Township of Oro - Medonte to solicit input into the Strategic Facility Plan for culture, recreation, arts and library facilities. Including the group leaders, most of who participated in the discussions, 71 delegates attended from across the Municipality. Delegates represented a wide range of groups, leisure interests, and service providers, as well as municipal and elected officials. The evening began with a presentation of key context information about the project, the community, facilities and trends in leisure. Through the process that was utilized, everyone was encouraged to provide input into the three discussion topics, the results of which are integrated and summarized below. For two of the topics, delegates were asked to `vote' on their top or favourite items that were generated by their group. Requested Types of Recreation, Culture and Arts Facilities (including libraries) Note: All delegates within each of the seven discussion groups were allowed to `vote' for their top /favourite three facilities from the list generated by their group. Delegates were not allowed to vote more than once per facility. The numbers in the `Score' column represent the number of `votes' cast. When there are more than seven numbers in a sequence, it means that two or more similar facility descriptions were combined into one generic facility description. Based on the total scores, the facilities have been ranked as noted below. Rank Score Facility 1 6 +2 +4 +3 +1 +1 +4 = 21 Indoor aquatic facility (hot tub /sauna/salt water /large viewing area) 2 2 +5 +3 +6 +1 +2 +1 +0 =20 Arena/indoor ice pad(s) — single or double 3 3 +6 +2 +2 +2 +3 +0 = 18 Community halls (multi- purpose /local /small rooms for euchre /indoor games room/modernize existing halls /enlarge/handicap accessible /new halls /meeting rooms /larger halls /community diner) 4 6 +3 +2 +2 +3 = 16 Program/meeting rooms (divisible /licensed /full kitchen/dance floor/accessible/modern/multi-use/programs) 5 2 +2 +1 +4 +1 +2 +1 =13 Baseball diamonds (3 together for tournaments /washrooms/hardball and softball /lighted /local schools) 5 6 +4+ 3 = 13 Multi- purpose outdoor sports pads (local) 6 2+ 1 +2 +1 +1 +0 +2 = 9 Gymnasium — divisible (floor -based exercise >z programs/basketball /fiill size gym/ball hockey /programs for kids and teens) 7 0+2+0+1+3+0+0+1+1= 8 Fitness /wellness facility (squash courts /spa/indoor running track) 7 2 +2 +0 +1 +3 = 8 Expanded multi -use trails (better linked/walking /cycling /snowmobile /improved rail trails /with e ui ment/ATV /local) 8 1 +0 +2 +2 +0 +2 =7 Outdoor soccer fields /pitches (10 more in the south/ full size) 8 1 +2 +0 +1 +2 +1 =7 Library (mobile around the Township /shared services/family research centre /arts) 9 1+0+2+2+1= 6 Curling rink 10 2 +3 +0 = 5 Senior's Village (in centralized recreation area/older adult social /older adult day programs) 10 3 +2 = 5 Event conference facility (kitchen/rental function) 11 2 +1 +0 +1 = 4 Non - motorized trails (improved links /nature information centre /shaded or sheltered) 11 0 +3 +1 = 4 Theatre (performance centre for music and the arts) 11 4 Outdoor skating rink (artificial and covered) 12 1 +2 = 3 Museum (general heritage interpretive centre/storage/display space for artifacts) 12 0 +1 +0 = 3 Outdoor aquatic facility (pool /splash pads /in community arks /associated washroom facilities) 12 3 Public market (farmer's /crafts) 13 2 Beach volleyball area 13 2 Leash -free dog park 13 0 +0 +1 +0 +1 =2 Tennis court (outdoor) 13 2 Fairground improvement (heritage) 14 1 Emergency evacuation facilities 14 0 +1 +0 = 1 Bike lanes on township roads (paved cycle trails) 14 1 Cross - country ski trails (public/groomed) 14 1 Paintball facility 14 1 Oro African Church interpretive centre 14 1 Virtual centre/library (computer center /web- based) 14 1 More parks like Sweetwater (newest park just opened) 15 0 Outdoor lawn bowling 15 0 Outdoor basketball 15 0 Horseshoe pitches 15 0 Daycare (children) 15 0 Sidewalks (in residential areas) 15 0 +0 Skateboard park (skateboarding) 15 0 Playgrounds 15 0 Outdoor vegetable garden Response to the Following Concept for Providing Municipal Recreation, Arts and Culture Facilities The concept of providing public indoor and outdoor recreation and culture /arts facilities on two levels is being explored. Facilities that draw most of their use from the nearby area would be strategically located to serve the various pockets of population throughout the Township. Most facilities that draw regular use from across the Township and sometimes beyond would be clustered into one principle location and possibly several secondary locations. Clustering of major facilities would provide somewhat of a `one- stop- shopping' opportunity, and would improve program offerings, significantly increase cost efficiencies, and greatly improve the ability to attract out -of -town business for tournaments and events. General Response to the Facility Provision Concept Although all groups supported the concept of at least a two - tiered system of facility provision, most suggested or alluded to some form of three- tiered system. At the top of the three- tiered system would be one (primary) major multi -use site that would contain high level indoor and outdoor facilities that only need to be provided in one location within the Township. The second tier of facilities would be intermediate in scale and strategically located in areas of the Township where there are sufficient clusters of population. Two of the seven groups suggested that a significant multi -use facility be provided in the northern portion of the Township (former Medonte Township) in addition to a primary facility in the south. The third tier would comprise close -to -home parks and smaller scale facilities located within individual clusters of residential development. Most delegates implied that the community halls are third tier facilities, although only eight residential areas have a municipally -owned hall, and three communities are served by privately -owned halls. Primary Site Every group offered comments about this level of site /facility as summarized below. ❑ There was widespread understanding of the value of clustering types of facilities such as ball diamonds, soccer fields and indoor ice surfaces. ❑ There was also broad support for the concept of clustering a number of high level facilities into one site (economy of scale /more cost effective to build and operate, one - stop- shopping, able to support a wider variety of programs and events and larger events, support tournaments, bring communities together /global meeting place/blending of ages and social backgrounds). ❑ A number of points were made about the disadvantages of a larger facility (e.g., fewer will volunteer to help manage and operate, further to travel for most residents, costly to operate a large facility, increased limits on availability, expensive to build) ❑ One group questioned the need for additional large -scale facilities. ❑ Such a facility may be able support a partnership with the commercial sector (e.g., food services) ❑ If the facility is to be located adjacent the arena, better access is required from Highway 11. Seri-( Intermediate Sites/Facilities A number of points were made about this in- between level of facility that would be suitable for a municipality like Oro - Medonte. ❑ Ideal location for multi - purpose sport pads ❑ If an intermediate scale facility was located in the northern portion of the Township, this area would be much better served. ❑ Locate this scale of facility to serve several clusters of population and include some facilities that are of a scale that is beyond what would be provided in a neighbourhood park. ❑ One example of this level of facility would be to locate one to serve Warminster and Price's Corners. Close- to- home/Neighbourhood Facilities/Parks /Sites The following points were made about this level of facility. ❑ A common theme was the sense of community identity and togetherness that is supported, especially by the eight public and three private community halls. ❑ Another related theme was about pride of ownership and connection to the historical roots of many communities. ❑ Some delegates suggested that the existing halls be improved/upgraded and expanded to support more programming /uses. ❑ Some delegates suggested that more of this scale of facility be provided to serve individual communities of residents. ❑ It was noted that community -based indoor and outdoor facilities are better able to attract and retain volunteers to help with booking and management, and thus reduce operating costs. ❑ It was also noted that the local community has more influence over programming and use of community halls compared to a larger facility that would be shared. ❑ Every group noted the advantage of these facilities being closer to most residents, with some people being able to walk or bicycle to these facilities. ❑ Some people acknowledged that maintaining so many small facilities is more costly than integrating some. ❑ Other concerns about community halls were raised, namely: limited hours of operation, security, allocation of time, and dependence on volunteers. Other comments about facility provision included: ❑ The desirability of seeking out partnerships with the commercial sector and the school board, although some noted drawbacks such as vulnerability, uncertainty and loss of control. ❑ Facilities should be gender neutral (e.g., change rooms). ❑ For all facilities, recognize the aging of the population and therefore, provide for all age groups. ❑ Don't forget about creative and performing arts facilities. ❑ The various trail systems throughout the Township need to be better integrated, with the further suggestion of being supported by a nature centre. ❑ Although not specifically requested, several suggestions were offered under this topic (and via Topic Three) about locations to consider for a major facility. • Line 7 and Highway 11 (Oro Centre) • Avoid Line 7 due to gravel pits and the airport • Coulson area (geographic centre of the Township) • Horseshoe Valley corridor (Line 8 to 10 and Line 4) • Guthrie • Edgar Adult Occupational Centre (Old Barrie Road and Line 4) Criteria for Locating a Major Multi -use Recreation, Arts and Culture Facility in the Township of Oro - Medonte Note: All delegates within each of the seven discussion groups were allowed to `vote' for their top /favourite three site selection criteria from the list generated by their group. Delegates were not allowed to vote more than once per criteria. The numbers in the `Score' column represent the number of `votes' cast. When there are more than seven numbers in a sequence, it means that two or more similar criteria were combined into one generic criteria. Based on the total scores, criteria have been ranked as noted below. Rank Score Criteria 1 6 +7 +6 +6 +4 +5 +3 +1+ Accessible and Visible (good roads /winter 6 +4 +6 +0 +1 +1 +1 +1 =58 plowing /proximity to major roads /year round access /proximity to highways /on a well travelled road/a major artery /easy to find/ability to support good signage /ability to promote facility /potential for public transportation/connectivity to potential public transportation and trails /safety /ease of winter travel /relates well to typical traffic patterns). 2 4 +6 +5 +4 +3 +0 +3 =25 Proximity to the most residents (closest to densest population - present and future development /consider future development locations /closer to younger population/research time travel from all parts of the Township). 3 0 +3 +3 +8 +5 =19 Central location (geographic). 3 7 +0 +4 +1+ 7 = 19 A location that promotes partnership opportunities (municipal /or commercial /Lakehead University and Georgian College /viability for naming rights/public- private). 4 9 +1 +1 +0 +1 = 12 Large enough to accommodate desired uses, including parking and room for expansion. 5 3 +6 + 2 = 11 Cost of the site and the feasibility to develop the site/ Township ownership of site. 6 4 +4 +2 = 10 A location that is not close to competing facilities in neighboring municipalities (influence of Barrie /Orillia/Midland and existing facilities /existing commercial areas). 7 2 +0 +0 +5 =7 Environmental impact - without environmental concerns or impact (no contaminated land/eco friendly). 8 2 +1 = 3 A natural setting (fit into community /natural resources available for programming). Z5�-* 9 1 +0 +1 = 2 Should not negatively impact on adjacent residential areas (minimize impact on neighbors /not in residential area). 9 1+1+0=2 Proximity to existing recreation facilities and schools. 10 1 Reducespeed limit around facility. 10 1 Private ownership 10 1 Appropriate zonin 10 0 +1 = 1 Location in relation to EMS (emergency access). 10 1 Sustainabilit 11 0 Existing services >T Notes from the Community -wide Search Conference Associated with the Township of Oro - Medonte Strategic Facility Plan September 23, 2008 Question/Discussion Topic #1: What types of recreation, culture and arts facilities (including libraries) are needed in the Township? The following is a listing by group of the suggestions for needed and/or improved facilities. GROUP 1 Group 2 # of Dots ❑ Community Halls — modernize — enlarge — handicap accessible 6 ❑ Indoor Ice pad 5 ❑ Outdoor all purpose pad 4 ❑ Modern meeting facilities accessible and modern 3 ❑ Indoor swimming pool (salt water) 2 ❑ Baseball Diamonds 2 ❑ Fairground improvement (heritage) 2 ❑ Trails — no motorized use — improved links 2 ❑ Library (mobile around township) 1 # of Dots ❑ Indoor swimming pool with hot tub / sauna 6 ❑ Meeting room facility with dividing panels / licensed / full kitchen / dance floor 6 ❑ Small rooms for euchre — community halls 3 ❑ Gym with dividing panels / seniors exercise room 2 ❑ Dog park — leash free 2 ❑ Baseball Diamonds (3 together for tournaments / washroom facilities 2 ❑ Arena 2 ❑ Virtual Centre / Library / Computers Centre / Website 1 ❑ Splash pads in community parks / washroom facilities 1 ❑ Soccer facilities 1 ❑ Emergency evacuation facilities 1 ❑ Tennis court 0 ❑ Outdoor lawn bowling 0 ❑ Indoor games room 0 ❑ Horseshoe pitches 0 ❑ Bike lanes on township roads 0 Group 2 # of Dots ❑ Community Halls — modernize — enlarge — handicap accessible 6 ❑ Indoor Ice pad 5 ❑ Outdoor all purpose pad 4 ❑ Modern meeting facilities accessible and modern 3 ❑ Indoor swimming pool (salt water) 2 ❑ Baseball Diamonds 2 ❑ Fairground improvement (heritage) 2 ❑ Trails — no motorized use — improved links 2 ❑ Library (mobile around township) 1 ❑ Gym — indoor (basketball) 1 # of Dots ❑ Snowmobile — ATV — access trails 1 ❑ Soocer pitch (outdoor) 0 ❑ Curling rink 0 ❑ Sidewalks — residential areas 0 ❑ Tennis courts 0 ❑ Indoor fitness facility / squash courts 0 ❑ Theatre — music & arts 0 Group 3 # of Dots ❑ Indoor swimming pool ( including large viewing area) 4 ❑ Double pad ice rinks 3 ❑ Event / conference facilities (with kitchen) 3 ❑ Library 2 ❑ Meeting facilities (accessible) 2 ❑ Gym 2 ❑ Soccer fields (10 more) south 2 ❑ Senior's village (in centralized rec area) 2 ❑ Fitness centre 2 ❑ Beach villeyball area 2 ❑ Tennis court (s) 1 ❑ Trail / nature info centre 1 ❑ Paintball facilities 1 ❑ Baseball diamonds 1 ❑ Trails 0 ❑ Curling rink 0 ❑ Skatebourd park 0 Group 4 # of Dots ❑ Indoor ice surface 6 ❑ Softball field — lighted 4 ❑ Outdoor rink — covered & artificial 4 ❑ Indoor swimming pool 3 ❑ Curling surface 2 ❑ Multi use rooms (meeting / programs) kitchen facilities 2 ❑ Trails expanding / linked — walking / cycling / snowmobile 2 ❑ Soccer pitch 2 ❑ New community halls 2 ❑ Museum 1 ❑ Gymnasium — full size 1 ❑ Paved cycle trail 1 ❑ Splash pad 0 ❑ Exercise room / fitness centre 0 ❑ Cycle lanes on roads 0 ❑ Tennis court 0 ❑ Shared library services — mobile 0 Group 5 Group 6 # of Dots • Public market (farmer's, crafts) 3 • Performance — live space (arts) theatre 3 ❑ Improved railtrails 2 ❑ General heritage interpretive centre — storage /display space for artifacts 2 ❑ Meeting rooms — community halls (improved) (larger) 2 ❑ Curling 2 ❑ Indoor skating 1 ❑ Ball parks (lit) 1 • Groomed cross country ski trails — public 1 • More Sweetwaters (newest park just opened) 1 • Indoor swimming pool 1 ❑ Tennis courts (outside) 1 • Oro African Church interpretive centre 1 • Library / family research centre 1 ❑ Indoor gym 1 ❑ Daycare (children) 0 ❑ Squash courts 0 ❑ Indoor running track 0 ❑ Ball hockey 0 Group 6 # of Dots ❑ Older adult social 3 ❑ Meeting room 3 ❑ Outdoor pad (skate) 2 ❑ Library 2 ❑ Community dinner 2 ❑ Rental / Functions 2 ❑ Ball diamond 2 ❑ Spa 1 ❑ Fitness 1 ❑ Wellness 1 ❑ Art / Fac. 1 ❑ Indoor skating rink 1 ❑ Gym 1 ❑ Indoor swimming pool 1 ❑ Trails with equipment 0 ❑ Skateboarding 0 ❑ Playground / room 0 ❑ Basketball outdoor 0 ❑ Garden (out) veg. 0 ❑ Outdoor swimming pool 0 ❑ Soccer field 0 ❑ Older adult day programs 0 Group 7 # of Dots ❑ Multi purpose pads (local) 6 ❑ Indoor swimming pool 4 ❑ Multi use pads (local) 3 ❑ Multi use trails (local) 3 ❑ Fitness facilities 3 ❑ Multi purpose community halls (local) 3 ❑ Gym — kids teens 2 ❑ Soccer fields — full size 2 ❑ Baseball diamonds lit (local — schools) 1 ❑ Library (arts) 1 ❑ Outdoor (shaded or sheltered) parks /trails natural 1 ❑ Curling club 1 ❑ Arena single pad 0 s_)i( Question/Discussion Topic #2: What do you think about the following concept for providing facilities? The concept of providing public indoor and outdoor recreation and culture /arts facilities on two levels is being explored. Facilities that draw most of their use from the nearby area would be strategically located to serve the various pockets of population throughout the Township. Most facilities that draw regular use from across the Township and sometimes beyond would be clustered into one principle location and possibly several secondary locations. Clustering of major facilities would provide somewhat of a `one- stop- shopping' opportunity; and would improve program offerings, significantly increase cost efficiencies, and greatly improve the ability to attract out -of -town business for tournaments and events. The following notes capture the essence of the discussion in each group. GROUP 1 ❑ Smaller arenas and outdoor ice pads ❑ Ease of access across Highway 11 — better traffic flow ❑ Primary at Guthrie, secondary in Medonte and teriary in Commuity Halls ❑ One major facility at Line 7 and Highway 11 (at the Oro Centre) GROUP 2 ❑ Need two levels Location Suggestions ❑ Families use / walk to parks Coulson ❑ So spread out need two levels ❑ Need to cluster things like ball diamonds ❑ Two level system to accommodate more seniors ❑ Ownership / volunteers in small "local" facilities ❑ Sharing / Vulnerability ❑ Two clusters 1 south 1 central GROUP 3 Horseshoe Valley Corridor Avoid Line 7 (gravel pits & airport) Line 8 to 10 at Horseshoe Valley Road Guthrie ❑ Cluster together swimming pool, ice rink, gymnasium, fitness centre, multiple soccer fieldsiball diamonds. • Allow for tournament play • Nature centre (major starting point) of trails system • Trail network (throughout township) • Meeting area • Multi - purpose facilities �54i)kL • Event centre • Senior's facility • Library • Must have multiple uses (including commercial facilities) (including the provision of food services) • Viability for partnerships GROUP 4 Neighbourhood Facilities • Support existing halls by adding new facilities to existing sites • Support small scale neighbourhood facilities ❑ Both levels important Major Facilities ❑ Should be centrally located ❑ Cluster large facilities ❑ Work with private sector (Horseshoe) ❑ Accessible ❑ Affordability GROUP 5 ❑ Large facilities need to be accessible (fairly) (geo.) ❑ More smaller (transport — accessibility) community -based — simple ❑ Large facilities — financial benefits (Captial & operational) (one stop shop) ❑ Need both — (small community — no driving needed) — (large — cost efficiencies) ❑ Small — keeps local communities united Warminster vs Oro Station ❑ Need both — utilize our existing halls more ❑ Multiuse — blending of social / ages in one stop ❑ Communities have personal value! Should be preserved — rural neighbourhoods ❑ Opportunity to group by area/region (Warminster & Price's Corners) ❑ Facilities should be gender neutral — preference should not be given to one gender over another (change rooms in current arena are not suitable for girls) GROUP 6 ❑ Nearby neighbourhood < -> clustered • Research how smaller ones are doing. Arena is at its capacity. Will big centre get used? • Population age: older. Partnership with private • Opinions: pro smaller neighbourhood • Smaller halls -> very important — community feeling ❑ Smaller halls -> need improvement ❑ Distance of travelling ❑ All pro small concept — more affordable ❑ Bigger events toward arenas - two tier facility ❑ Clustering: negative: upkeep / accessibility / availablility? ❑ Volunteers? For bigger centre? ❑ Cost factor -> larger centre GROUP 7 ❑ Local facilities — to serve pockets of populations throughout the township ❑ Clustered facilities — larger facilities to serve greater pockets of the township ❑ Major multi -use facility — designed to serve the entire township Positives for Neighbourhood Facilities Close to home Availabile / convenient Walk to / active transport Local neighbours — meet & greet Influence (local) More volunteer involvement Enriches community Pride of ownership Partnership with existing facilities (schools) Negatives for Neighbourhood Facilities Expense — to develop many local facilities Hours of operation Security Who gets what? Depends on volunteers Positives for a Clustered Facility Bring communities together Meeting place (global) Larger number of people — more skill sets to offer Cost effective Negatives for a Clustered Facility Driving distance / time Less neighbourhood feeling Positives for a Multi -use Facility Facility options Expense Display art / cultural works Theatre site Negatives for a Multi -use Facility Cost to build Accessibility Focus on recreation (arts /culture ?) s� H Question/Discussion Topic #3: What are important considerations when deciding where to locate a major multi -use facility? X' I]AN GROUP 2 # of dots ❑ Accessibility — roads — winter plowing 7 ❑ Public / Private partnership 7 ❑ Cost 6 ❑ Population growth area 4 ❑ Facilities close by in other municipalities 4 ❑ Sustainability — future 1 ❑ Room for expansion 1 ❑ Promotability 0 ❑ Existing services — water / sewers 0 GROUP 3 # of dots ❑ Adaquate parking 9 ❑ Good accessible roads 6 ❑ Close to population density (most of people) growth area present/future 6 ❑ Influence of Barrie / Orillia / Midland and existing facilities 4 ❑ Viability for partnerships (naming rights) visible 1 ❑ Central location 0 ❑ Easy to find 0 ❑ Big enough facility to accommodate users 0 ❑ Room for expansion 0 GROUP 4 # of dots ❑ Partnerships — municipal / or commercial 7 ❑ Easy access — good roads 6 • Proximity to major roads 4 • Centrally located — population 4 # of dots ❑ Accessibility 6 ❑ Good signage 6 ❑ Visible / on well travelled road (major artery) 4 ❑ Cost / feasibility 3 ❑ Without environmental concerns 2 ❑ Private Ownership 1 ❑ Safety / ease of winter travel 1 ❑ Reduced speed limit around facility 1 GROUP 2 # of dots ❑ Accessibility — roads — winter plowing 7 ❑ Public / Private partnership 7 ❑ Cost 6 ❑ Population growth area 4 ❑ Facilities close by in other municipalities 4 ❑ Sustainability — future 1 ❑ Room for expansion 1 ❑ Promotability 0 ❑ Existing services — water / sewers 0 GROUP 3 # of dots ❑ Adaquate parking 9 ❑ Good accessible roads 6 ❑ Close to population density (most of people) growth area present/future 6 ❑ Influence of Barrie / Orillia / Midland and existing facilities 4 ❑ Viability for partnerships (naming rights) visible 1 ❑ Central location 0 ❑ Easy to find 0 ❑ Big enough facility to accommodate users 0 ❑ Room for expansion 0 GROUP 4 # of dots ❑ Partnerships — municipal / or commercial 7 ❑ Easy access — good roads 6 • Proximity to major roads 4 • Centrally located — population 4 ❑ Centrally located — geographically 3 ❑ Research — time travel 3 ❑ Existing commercial areas 2 ❑ Should not interfere with existing lifestyles 1 ❑ Near schools — boundaries 0 GROUP 5 GROUP 6 # of dots ❑ Guthrie (fix road) Central Hwy 11/ pop density / rentals more Visible / more chance for a private partnership 7 ❑ Edgar Adult Occupational Centre 6 ❑ Main road: Highway 11 5 ❑ Horseshoe Valley Road / Line 4 2 ❑ Horseshoe Valley Road / Line 7 1 Criteria General: easy access — wheelchair access More room to grow — septic (services) Parking visible — population density Banquet facilities — emergency access Food services / accommodation / not in residentaal area # of dots ❑ Major road access 5 ❑ Near major population centres / centralize (proximity) 5 ❑ Central location 3 ❑ Accessible year round 3 ❑ Consider future development locations 3 • Natural setting / fit into community 2 • If Oro - Medonte township already owns land 2 • Public transportation 1 ❑ Consider natural resources for programming 1 ❑ Safe access from roads (traffic patterns) 1 ❑ Appropriate zoning for land 1 • Minimize impact on neighbours 0 • No contaminated land 0 • Location in relation to EMS 0 ❑ Environmental impacts 0 ❑ Locate closer to younger population 0 ❑ Opportunity to partner with others i.e. Lakehead, Georgian, etc. 0 GROUP 6 # of dots ❑ Guthrie (fix road) Central Hwy 11/ pop density / rentals more Visible / more chance for a private partnership 7 ❑ Edgar Adult Occupational Centre 6 ❑ Main road: Highway 11 5 ❑ Horseshoe Valley Road / Line 4 2 ❑ Horseshoe Valley Road / Line 7 1 Criteria General: easy access — wheelchair access More room to grow — septic (services) Parking visible — population density Banquet facilities — emergency access Food services / accommodation / not in residentaal area GROUP 7 ❑ Accessibility to all (proximity) ❑ Proximity to highways ❑ Central location ❑ "Eco" friendly ❑ Partnerships ❑ Connectivity to trails — public transport ❑ Near existing facilities # of dots 6 5 5 4 J� r­41mq L~ �������� Report ~° U�~/ o Oro-Medonte Strategic Facility Plan Pr�mm�4o1�n���������0� � \ ^ . November 6 2008 The following are tasks completed or initiated hyour consulting team and municipal staff since commencement o[the project. L) Reviewed all documents provided k>date. L1 Prepared u one-page overview u[the project. [1 Completed an extensive tour of the Township, including u high level uuscyoomcnt of key municipal and other properties and facilities. [) Prepared for and facilitated the first meeting with the Project Technical Committee (July 14, 20O8). LJ Designed and distributed the survey io user and community groups — have reviewed and begun to tabulate the results of those returned — pursuing key groups who have not returned their survey. F1 Provided information on the project for the Township web site. [3 Discussed with municipal staff the possibility of creating a Township map of parks, other open space and leisure facilities. L1 Prepared for and attended the media conference, including the official call for briefs and announcement about the upcoming Search Conference (August 7,7UU8). [J Prepared the profile of the current community and compared local statistics to the County and the Province. L) Prepared for the completion of the age-specific population projections —uwuiiiugDnoJ information and opinion from the Director of Development Services —thco the projections can bnrun. [1 Prepared for, facilitated, tabulated, integrated and interpreted the results of the cornrounity- vvidtScmrhCon[crcnco — propurcdurrpod. [-1 Initiated research and documentation of the leisure service and open space delivery system iu the J Prepared for and facilitated u meeting with parks and recreation staff from 6nuc of the sir adjacent municipalities. [J Nearing completion of the high level condition audits of the eight community halls and the Oro-y0odont Community Arena and Banquet Hall. L1 Prepared for and facilitated u meeting with ,cprcscnidivco of the community hall boards. [J Have initiated pnopucm1inn of the Strategic Facility Plan draft report. The RETHINK GROUP Robed Partner and Project Director Printed Name w Address # of family members Signature Itk- # of Printed Name Address farm ly members Signature tf, # of Printed Name _ _ _ amil members aii tjq ur a .f . Y" I r` 11 Presented to: Shown Birins, bireclor of Parks and kecrection, Township of Oro-Medonte We, the undersigned, Understand that the Township of Oro-Medonte is currently undertaking a needs analysis for parklands in our communiti es, The residents of Sinicoe Estates have no recreational park or facilities. Families must drive a minimum of 10 km to access a playground, We require a park with: playground equipment walking trails with benches open space or soccer field The location of the park needs to be accessible by all residents within walking distance of their homes. The park will be used by people of all ages on a daily basis, We consider this to be an urgent and high priority need in our neighbourhood. Thunk-you, The kesidents of Simcoe Estates # of Prini,ed Name Address fanvil memb ers i nature TZ Y 4- MAAA A, I 0 M I T W Z J Ci1H C t IVY healthy C A N A D A Dear Colleague, Enclosed, you will find a copy of the fourth annual Active Healthy Kids Canada 2008 Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth. While it again provides a comprehensive assessment of indicators that contribute to the physical activity behaviours of Canadian children and youth, this year we are taking a focused look at screen time. We regret to report that, once again, Canada has received an overall grade of "D ". As well, new troubling data has emerged regarding the use of leisure - related screen time. Canadian children are spending excessive hours in front of computer and television and less time being physically active, resulting in a decline to an overall grade of "F" in this area. Recognizing the importance of this issue, Active Healthy Kids Canada is committed to working collaboratively with all levels of government, non - government organizations, researchers, corporations and foundations in an effort to get Canadian children and youth moving. Some of the actionable strategies organizations can implement to get children and youth moving are: • Create specific events that combine an approach to reduce inactive screen time and increase physical activity and active play • Create skill development programs that allow children to expand their skill set and encourage further involvement • Create non - competitive opportunities which can engage youth in simple, recreational activities • Encourage activities or programs that foster active transportation You can access the English detailed version of the 2008 Report Card, by downloading it from our website at www.activehealthykids.ca and a limited number of hardcopies are available upon request. The French version will be available online shortly. The long form version of the Report Card provides more information on all indictor areas, cites recent studies and initiatives conducted in particular communities, and includes data sources. AHKC has determined to conduct an evaluation of the effectiveness of the Report Card, and also how it relates to the governance of the AHKC organization. Active Healthy Kids Canada has retained the services of an independent consulting firm, The Sutcliffe Group Incorporated, to complete this evaluation. They will be conducting in -depth interviews and administering an online survey of target audiences for the Report Card across Canada to gather information about the effectiveness of the program. In order to maintain an optimal level of confidentiality, online responses will only be accessible to the consultant and will be treated in a confidential manner. Only aggregate results and comments collected will be presented in a report to Active Healthy Kids Canada. Care will be taken to ensure all responses remain entirely confidential and cannot be linked to specific individuals or organizations. You will receive an email from The Sutcliffe Group Incorporated shortly with a link to an online survey. We hope that the Report Card findings will enhance, support and shed light on the need for effective programming, identify areas that require further research and monitoring. Should you need further information, please contact us at info @activehealthykids.ca or call us at 416.913.0238. Sincerely, 0'&'11'X/1(�1 Dr. Art Quinney Chair Active Healthy Kids Canada Michelle Brownrigg Chief Executive Officer Active Healthy Kids Canada 2 bloor street east, suite 1804 toronto, Ontario m4w 1a8 T. 416.913.0238 F. 416.913.1541 www.activehealthykids.ca 4A Off` v m1w IP sv,>3 CANADA'S OVERALL GRADE 2008: Canada's Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth for 2008 is the fourth annual overview of key indicators in relation to the physical activity levels of Canada's young people. While the Report Card is again a comprehensive overview of issues, this year the focus is on screen time and physical activity. Each year, the Research Work Group considers the conceptual guideline established in the inaugural year of the Report Card to assign a grade: Canadian children and youth are active enough and reaching optimal growth and development. Most Canadian children and youth are active enough and reaching optimal growth and development; however, children who are obese, or physically or mentally challenged may not have appropriate physical activity opportunities. Insufficient appropriate physical activity opportunities and programs are available to large segments of Canadian children and youth. Instifhcient. �ippropriate physical activity opportunities and programs arc available to the inajoril�, of Canadian children and youth. Canadian children and youth have a sedentary lifestyle. The overall grade of D on the Report Card has been consistent from 2005 -2008 because definitive and measurable progress is not yet fully evident, demonstrating the need for sustained and increased efforts. The Report Card identifies work in progress and the level of evidence available for each indicator. If the existing evidence is not yet reflecting grade level changes, the Report Card serves as an annual reminder for all of us to keep up our efforts. METHODOLOGY 0 The process to determine indicators ,athered from the field yielding a review of the current rescareh and grades each year begins with an in all indicator areas. The information is discussed at length to interdisciplinary research team, who are determine tirade assignments. key considerations include: • = esponsible for identifying and assessing prevalence levels, international comparisons, trends over time. report Card indicators based on available disparities (age, sex, geography, ethnicity, socioeconomic " data, research, and key issue areas. status, etc.), and examination of newly emerging research and Research team members and other experts contribute initiatives. Each,,earwe look to iutprove the process based on comprehensive data reports, and additional information is input from uur partners and stakeholders. The Long Form version of the 2008 Report Card provides inure detailed information on tiata sources and the hi,io ry .Ind cvolution of the I:eport card. it provides further information ill III :ndic;ltor u-eas. ritin " - tudies and pronlisin <q initiative conducted by various Croups, and an 'iAI!lin illUn of nl ",vly E'illel :; ill �� I'e C;n'l'il. % isit wN1' w.activehealthvklds.0 a to ,lt't'i.. 2008 INDICATORS THE 2008 REPORT CARD EXAMINES INDICATORS THAT INVOLVE ASSESSMENT OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY LEVELS, AND THE HEALTH AND WELL-BEING VARIABLES ASSOCIATED WITH THOSE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY LEVELS, AMONG CANADIAN CHILDREN AND YOUTH. IT ALSO LOOKS AT THE ROLE OF SOCIFTIL INFLUENCES THAT CAN FACILITATE OR INHIBIT PHYSICAL ACTIVITY, INCLUDING FAMILY, SCHOOL, COMMUNITY,'AND GOVERNMENT. GRADE CATEGORY INFORMATION PHYSICAL ACTIVITY • 90% are not meeting physical activity guidelines LEVELS • Low socioeconomic status is associated with lower physical activity levels E~ • Studies show many kids spend 4 -6 hours in front of a screen each weekday SCREEN TIME • High screen times are now being observed in preschool -aged children �z a ORGANIZED SPORT •Sport participation in 15-18 year olds declined from 77% to 59% between 1992 and 2005 PARTICIPATION • Those from lower income households have lower sport participation rates x HEALTHY BODY • Screen time is predictive of overweight and obesity Q WEIGHT . Unhealthy excessive body weight continues to be among the highest in the world with x concerning new findings indicating this issue as early as 3 years of age FAMILY PERCEPTIONS AND ROLES REGARDING . Physically active youth are 3 times more likely to have parents who are also physically a PHYSICAL ACTIVITY active, but just over half of youth report that they have physically active parents ENSURING KIDS • Studies demonstrate that parents support physical activity but that this is primarily for ARE ACTIVE sports and declines as children get older SCHOOL- COMMUNITY • 84% of schools indicate partnerships with community but only 40% directly engage ASSETS & ENGAGEMENT physical activity experts from the community and only 20% engage parents c SCHOOL SPORT • Studies note 20 % -30% of students feel there are not enough school sport opportunities C_ OPPORTUNITIES • Only 25% of schools have policies for "no cuts"/full participation in school sports ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION • While there are some promising initiatives, select studies show that just 10% of students TO SCHOOL use active transportation to get to school z -L ACCESS TO FACILITIES • Over 90% of parents report that they have good access to programs and facilities, and AND PROGRAMS over 60% report they meet their needs z 0 x z USE OF FACILITIES AND PROGRAMS . Only 23% of parents report actually using facilities and programs a ACCESS TO PARKS • Over 90% of parents report having access to parks and playgrounds, and nearly 60% x AND PLAYGROUNDS report they meet their needs H 0 z Q 1`. ' USE OF PARKS PLAYGROUNDS • Only 34% of parents report actually using parks and outdoor spaces in their community AND z _� MUNICIPAL REGULATIONS • A survey of municipalities indicated that 96% reported at least 1 by -law that would °u be considered prohibitive to physical activity in children in youth • Evaluative information on the various strategies and initiatives being implemented across the country are required PROGRESS ON GOVERNMENT STRATEGIES . Governments at all levels are being called upon to address significant issues with �-� AND INVESTMENTS infrastructure to support physical activity • There is progress in most jurisdictions but additional sustained investment and leadership is needed SECTOR INVESTMENTS IN RESEARCH, INDUSTRY • Investment in physical activity research is growing, and some leadership has been rt AND FOUNDATIONS demonstrated by the philanthropic is and corporate sector, but more is needed P P THINGS 7NE NEED TO KNOW: "INCOMPLETE" INDICATORS i CRUCIAL PART OF THE REPORT CARD IS TO ALSO POINT OUT KEY INDICATORS THAT ARE IMPORTANT TO PHYSICAL ACTIVITY BUT OR WHICH WE HAVE INSUFFICIENT INFORMATION TO PROVIDE A GRADE ASSIGNMENT. INDICATORS WITH AN "INC" GRADE INCLUDE: INDICATOR CONSIDERATIONS ACTIVE PLAY The largest change in children's time use over the past two decades is a decline in discretionary or free time Children and youth with lower physical activity levels demonstrate chronic disease risks previously seen PHYSICAL HEALTH only in adults MENTAL HEALTH Research reports associations between improving fitness and depression, anxiety, mood, self- esteem Studies indicate that sleep time in children and youth has decreased by 30 -60 minutes per day in the SLEEP HEALTH past decade EFFECTIVE EVALUATION OF There are currently no objective independent measures of the quality or quantity of school programming for SCHOOL PROGRAMMING physical activity SCHOOL FACILITIES Aging school infrastructure is a key issue in every province and territory AND EQUIPMENT URBAN DESIGN Car - focused urban design correlates with physical inactivity Key information in these areas is identified in the Long Form Report Card. HOW PHYSICALLY ACTIVE ARE CHILDREN AND YOUTH IN MY PROVINCE? THE FIGURE BELOW DEMONSTRATES THAT IN EACH PROVINCE AND TERRITORY, CHILDREN AND YOUTH ARE FAR FROM MEETING THE RECOMMENDED GUIDELINE FOR DAILY PHYSICAL ACTIVITY. (CANADIAN FITNESS AND LIFESTYLE RESEARCH INSTITUTE — CANPLAY STUDY, 2006) Q NU YK NWT 11,080 0 12.560 not available 10,667 12,133 BC AB SK MB Qg NF 0 ON 12,056 12,135 11,792' Daily Steps 12,560 11,495 \ PEI 11,422 Canadian recommetidation (16,500) Ng 11,018 NS below national average. 11.263 national average. :hove national average. The long form report card includes other areas where regional breakdowns are illustrated. The goal is to grow the capacity to capture additional regional information in future years, through effective working relationships with provinces and territories to gather and communicate this important information. THE NUMBERS ON SCREEN TIME ARE GETTING WORSE I Both the 2006 and 2007 Report Cards provided specific recommendations to reduce screen time. Despite attention to this issue, little progress has been observed and troubling new data has emerged causing the grade to drop to an "F" this year. Considering recommendations from pediatric associations in Canada and the United States, one hour of TV per day is indicated as the maximum for preschoolers. Research indicates Canadian preschoolers are actually approaching two hours of TV viewing per day, and studies have shown this can begin as early as three months of age. With respect to school —aged children and youth, there are recommendations for no more than two hours per day of TV or leisure — related screen time. Reducing sedentary screen time is also recommended in Canada's Physical Activity Guidelines. Each weekday Canadian young people are averaging 5 -6 hours and this climbs to between 6 -7.5 hours per day on the weekend. Clearly we are drastically out of balance with the recommended guidelines. The data are clear: all children, regardless of background, are spending too much time in front of screens. No sub -group within our population of children and youth is meeting the current recommendations of less than 2 hours per day spent in front of screens. a 7 s- s 4 3 kS 2 kGIRL weekdays w eekends BOYS ■'l'ota l screen time ■ Television ® Computer ® Video Games Figure: Screen time data from flie HBSC Survey I KEY CONSIDERATIONS: I • Children with high screen time tend to exhibit low fitness and low self- efficacy for physical activity • Children with TVs in their bedrooms watch more TV • Parents are important mediators of their child's screen time through their own modelling of screen time use and with respect to screen time rules and restrictions • Screen time is higher among boys when compared to girls and playing video games appears to be responsible for the difference • Video games that incorporate physical activity demonstrate progress, but this "virtual" experience of physical activity does not provide the same energy expenditure, skill development, social interaction or outdoor benefits that can be found in actual physical activity experiences • Children and youth report 3 -4 hours of screen time use after - school and 6 -7.5 hours on weekend days— these are critical time periods for families, schools, and communities to support physical activity opportunities I RECOMMENDATIONS FOR REDUCING SCREEN TIME I In order to make definitive progress on this issue we must engage children and youth in the solutions, work collectively and consider various strategies: PARENTS • Remember to role model physical activity and moderation in screen time use Plan family time as active time, creating as many opportunities for free play and outdoor play as possible • Remove TVs /computers from children's bedrooms and set specific limits on TV, computer and video game time • Consider screen time allotments for children and youth that are balanced with physical activity time • Do not rely on "active" video games to get children active; use as a supplement only PRACTITIONERS - EDUCATORS AND COMMUNITY LEADERS • Consider implementing a time management segment into the curriculum which includes lessons on reducing screen time and increasing physical activity during the after - school period • Engage children and youth in initiatives that combine increased physical activity and active play with specific efforts to reduce screen time POLICY - MAKERS AND INDUSTRY LEADERS • Ensure physical activity in children and youth is a top priority on policy agendas, providing sustainable investment, and the development, enhancement, implementation and monitoring of policies and initiatives • Encourage campaigns that promote reduced screen time and increased active play RESEARCHERS • Evaluate population level strategies to increase level of physical activities and reduce screen time sedentary behaviours Conduct research among families to determine if parents limiting their own screen time and /or implementing specific strategies, limits screen time in their children PHYSICIANS AND HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS Be proactive in talking to parents about healthy lifestyles as part of regular visits Clearly communicate guidelines for physical activity, and guidelines for screen time use to families i active Active Healthy Kids Canada is committed to working in partnership with all levels of government, healthy non - government organizations, researchers, corporations, and foundations, in a collaborative effort k 1 cl sy to keep Canada's kids active, healthy and happy. We thank all the supporters of the 2008 Report Card. C A N A D A We are notably grateful to its Report Card development Research Institute partners, who have played a key role in the research, content titute z 6666 „,=,,, R.,, �a�ricin r ' ,,,. .. development and communication of the Report Card: Production of the Report Card has been made possible through financial support from the Public Health �. ` i ' STROKE Fo ',I)ATION - FO ON I Agency of Canada and the following important partners: CIHR 1166( f The views expressed in the Report Card do not necessarily represent the views of the Public Health Agency of Canada. Active Healthy Kids Canada was established as a charitable organization in 1994 to advocate the importance of physical activity for children and youth where they live, learn, and play. As a national leader in this area, Active Healthy Kids Canada provides expertise and direction to decision- makers at all levels, in order to increase the attention given to, investment in, and effective implementation of physical activity opportunities for all Canadian children and youth. Active Healthy Kids Canada, 2 Bloor Street East, Suite #1804, Toronto, Ontario, M4W 1A8. tel: 416 - 913 -0238. www. active healthykids.ca