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Community Development Advisory Committee Meeting Thursday, February 11, 2021 – 10:00 a.m. Meeting to be held in Virtual Electronic Format and live streamed on the County of Frontenac’s Youtube Channel https://youtu.be/JhOej0PR0Io
AGENDA Page 1.
Call to Order
Election of Officers a) Election of Chair b)
Election of Vice Chair
Adoption of the Agenda a) That the agenda for the February 11, 2021 meeting of the Community Development Advisory Committee be adopted.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
Adoption of Minutes a) Minutes of Meeting held December 10, 2020
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That the minutes of the Community Development Advisory Committee meeting held December 10, 2020 be adopted. 6.
Deputations and/or Presentations a) Ms. Adrianna Barbary, Downtown Revitalization Coordinator will brief the Community Development Advisory Committee Regarding the Sharbot Lake Revitalization Project [See Reports to the Community Development Advisory, clause a)]
Briefings a) Community Development Advisory Committee Working Group, will brief the Community Development Advisory Committee Regarding a Review of Motorized Access to the Verona Corridor of the Frontenac K&P Trail
Reports to the Community Development Advisory
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2021-014 Community Development Advisory Committee Sharbot Lake Downtown Revitalization Update This report is for information only.
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2021-013 Community Development Advisory Committee Review of Motorized Access to the Verona Corridor of the Frontenac K&P Trail Recommendation Staff recommend that the Community Development Advisory Committee consider the following three options for motorized access to the Verona Corridor of the K&P Trail, and further that the Committee select one of these options – or an amendment thereto – for inclusion in staff’s report back to County Council, anticipated in March 2021: Option 1: Allow ATV access to Verona Corridor Be it Resolved That the Community Development Advisory Committee recommend that County Council amend the current policy to allow ATVs permanent access to the Verona Corridor of the Frontenac K&P Trail – from the Trailhead at Bellrock Road to Craig Road; And Further That that the Committee support the development of a Care and Use of K&P Trail By-law, to be brought forward at a later date, pending the implementation of a Regional Coordination of By-law Services. Option 2: Continue Pilot Project Be it Resolved That the Community Development Advisory Committee recommend that County Council continue until December 31, 2021 the pilot project granting temporary ATV access to the Verona Corridor of the Frontenac K&P Trail – from the Trailhead at Bellrock Road to Craig Road. Option 3: Restrict ATV access to Verona Corridor Be it Resolved That the Community Development Advisory Committee recommend that County Council discontinue the pilot project and restrict ATVs from accessing the Verona Corridor of the Frontenac K&P Trail, with ATV access allowed only north of Craig Road.
Communications
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Other Business
Next Meeting a) The next regular meeting of the Community Development Advisory Committee is scheduled for Thursday, April 8, 2021 at 10:00 a.m.
Adjournment
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AGENDA ITEM #a)
Minutes of the Community Development Advisory Committee Meeting December 10, 2020 A regular meeting of the Community Development Advisory Committee was held in virtual electronic format, hosted at the County Administrative Office, 2069 Battersea Road, Glenburnie on Thursday, December 10, 2020 at 10:00 AM Present Electronically: Betty Hunter, Chair Barrie Gilbert Councillor Alan Revill, Council Liaison Lisa Henderson Mary Kloosterman Councillor Denis Doyle Greg Rodgers Absent: Wilma Kenny, Vice Chair Staff Present Electronically: Richard Allen, Manager of Economic Development Jannette Amini, Manager of Legislative Services/Clerk Brieanna McEathron, Administrative Clerk (Recording Secretary) Alison Vandervelde, Community Development Officer 1.
Call to Order
The Chair called the meeting to order at 10:04 a.m. 2.
Adoption of the Agenda
Moved By: Seconded By:
Councillor Revill Mr. Gilbert
That the agenda for the December 10, 2020 meeting of the Community Development Advisory Committee be adopted. Carried
Minutes of Meeting held December 10, 2020
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Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
There were none. 4.
Adoption of Minutes a)
Minutes of Meeting held October 8, 2020
Moved By: Seconded By:
Mr. Gilbert Ms. Kloosterman
That the minutes of the Community Development Advisory Committee meeting held October 8, 2020 be adopted. Carried 5.
Deputations and/or Presentations
Reports to the Community Development Advisory a)
2020-106 Community Development Advisory Committee December Update on COVID-19 Response Initiatives
This report is for information only. Richard Allen, Manager of Economic Development provided an overview of this report. Ms. Hunter noted that members of public have had a positive response. Mr. Allen noted that this is the reason we will continue to pursue this avenue. b)
2020-107 Community Development Advisory Committee Open Farms in Frontenac 2020 Moved By: Councillor Doyle Seconded By: Councillor Revill Be It Resolved That Council direct staff to pursue formalized partnerships with the Township of South Frontenac, the City of Kingston, the National Farmers’ Union Local 316, the Frontenac Federation of Agriculture, and regional Farmers Markets in order to ensure the continued execution of the annual event as a high-quality regional local food celebration. Carried Councillor Doyle entered at 10:08 a.m. Community Development Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes December 10, 2020
Minutes of Meeting held December 10, 2020
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Ms. Vandervelde, Community Development Officer provided an overview of the report. Ms. Kloosterman asked what the actual expenditure was from this year compared to last year. Ms. Vandervelde answered that it was approximately $8,000 last year and $14,000 this year. She noted that the County received grants. Ms. Henderson asked if it is worth doing a hybrid event next year. Ms. Vandervelde indicated that there will be some virtual components going forward. Councillor Revill asked if the County has looked at the possibility of participant farms to contribute to Open Farms. Ms. Vandervelde answered that going forward there is a possibility to ask for a nominal fee. Ms. Kloosterman asked if Open Farms will continue next year. Ms. Vandervelde answered that the Economic Development department received support from County Council in 2019 to continue with Open Farms as an annual event. c)
2020-108 Community Development Advisory Committee Review of motorized access to the Verona Corridor of the Frontenac K&P Trail.
This report is for information only. It is being provided to the committee in order to support the committee’s efforts to provide advice to County Council with respect only to the issue of motorized use on the K&P Trail between Bellrock Road and Craig Road (“Verona Corridor”). Richard Allen, Manager of Economic Development provided an overview of this report. In regards to the meeting of the working group it was the consensus that the meeting would take place in January and the working group would provide information at the following CDAC meeting in February. Mr. Gilbert asked if Mr. Allen could add a question to the survey to ask if the locals are against motorized vehicle use. Ms. Hunter noted that this survey has already concluded and the questions cannot be added. Mr. Allen said he can provide a more detailed outline of the survey and the answers provided. 7.
Communications a)
Funding Agreement with Trans Canada Trails [Distributed to Community Development Advisory Committee November 18, 2020] Other Business
Community Development Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes December 10, 2020
Minutes of Meeting held December 10, 2020
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Next Meeting
The next regular meeting of the Community Development Advisory Committee is scheduled for Thursday, February 11, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. 10.
Adjournment
Moved By: Seconded By:
Councillor Doyle Mr. Gilbert
That the meeting hereby adjourn at 10:42 a.m. Carried
Community Development Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes December 10, 2020
Minutes of Meeting held December 10, 2020
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Minutes of the Ad-Hoc Committee ATV Use on the Verona section of the K&P January 26, 10:00 am Present: Alan Revill, Barrie Gilbert, Greg Rogers, Mary Kloosterman, Richard Allen, Alison Vandervelde The Committee met to hear deputations from the following groups: Mark Moise – Verona ATV Club ● The test of ATV usage of the Verona section was not as expected. Corona made club rides not possible ● 100 members in the Verona Club ● The trailhead at Bellrock is an important service for the club ● Finds Hwy 38 in Verona too narrow and too scary to ride ● There have been complaints from some neighbours, so they have done some speed and dust control. They also have done public education ● There are no enforcements currently available to control the behaviour of ATV rides (other than impaired driving). They could deputize wardens, but have not done that so far. The goal is the same legislation as the snowmobilers have ● They would like to have trail permits for ATV’s. The revenue could be used to maintain the trail. Kim Perry - Road Less Travelled ● She has not seen much benefit from motorized vehicles – so far no ATV business ● She sees some potential with “grooming” – advertising that they are near to the trail and have services that would interest trail users ● Attracts a fair number of walkers and especially cyclists this year Linda Bates – Verona Community Association ● The impact of ATV’s was less problematic than expected ● There was some trail damage including holes in the trails ● Snowmobilers are also a problem ● The biggest issue is a lack of port-a-potties, for all trail users ● Questioned if cameras would help
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Mike Ross – Velo Club ● Hasn’t had a great deal of problems with motorized vehicles, except for some trail damage - damage to the trail was the exception rather that the rule ● Some members felt the trail was better maintained after ATV use ● He notes that BMX bikes can also damage the trail
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Use of Motorized Vehicles on the K&P Trail in the Verona Corridor Overview
- Council has asked the CDAC for input on the use of motorized vehicles (other than snowmobiles) through Verona
- This is not to be a discussion on the general use of motorized vehicles throughout the trail
- The following are points for consideration
Grant from Trails Canada See Grant application and Concept Plan. What was the intention of Trails Canada? What does it mean that the Concept Plan calls the Verona Corridor a Greenway? Should we contact Trails Canada directly?
Safety
- What are the safety considerations of motorized vehicles through the roads of Verona – speed limits, access, potential for accidents, potential for patrols?
- What are the safety considerations of motorized vehicles on the K&P trail – mixed use, speed limits, potential for accidents, potential for patrols?
Impact on Neighboroughhoods and the Environment
- What were the commitments made to the community when the trail was built?
- What has been the impact of the trial period?
- What is the impact of motorized vehicles on wildlife, both on and adjacent to the trail?
Economic How will mixed usage impact the economic impact of the trail? Will exclusive use limit the potential client base for businesses in Verona? Will mixed use? How does mixed use impact the original vision of an active transportation corridor from Kingston to the Trans Canada Trail?
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Precedence What is the potential impact of approving mixed use in the Verona v Corridor? Does that open the possibility of the same approval for the Harrowsmith Corridor? Would that lead to mixed use between Verona and Harrowsmith? What were the commitments to landowners in South Frontenac? What is the future development in Verona that would affect the trail usage?
We have the results of the survey to inform our discussion. Should we directly contact prime stakeholders for more information? Possible groups are:
Verona Community Association (would represent pedestrians?) Verona ATV Club Representative(s) of cycling groups L&A Trail Runners Snowmobilers Councilors involved in the original negotiations (if we don’t already have some)
Any other thoughts?
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Potential Environmental Impacts of ATV Access from Craig Road To Bellrock Road A Comparison of All-Terrain Vehicles to Hikers, Cyclists, Equestrians ATVs are mostly 4-wheeled, motorized vehicles of increasing weight, size and HP. Some are capable of travelling over 104 km/h. Utility ATVs like the Mule (Kawasaki, 5 ft wide, curb wt. 1916 lbs) can accommodate 4-6 people. All are faster, heavier, noisier and pollution emitting than other trail users. They thus have a very different class of effects on trails compared to non-motorized visitors. Impacts of ATVs on the Trail Surface and People in the Verona section (5.5 km) of the K&P Trail. Tire pressure on the trail surface of larger ATVs is about 500 lbs per tire. In wet, loose soil these can cause deep ruts. However, on the solid rail bed of the K&P Trail through the town of Verona this seems unlikely. Being a flat surface (rock rail bed) also reduces soil erosion by occasional flooding. Tire width may place the tires outside the prepared trail surface potentially causing down-slope movement of surface material. If puddling of water on the vehicle track occurs, then the hydraulic pressure from passing vehicles will result in potholes as material is ejected from the puddles. A study published by the Geological Society of America (Wilshire et al. 1977: Impacts and Management of Off-Road Vehicles). From that study the federal Council on Environmental Quality reported that “the ORV problem as one of most serious public land use problems that we face”). That was forty-three years ago! People living near the trail and those using the trail will be subjected to the motor noises and exhaust from passing ATVs. An authoritative book, No Place Distant, states that ATV engines “commonly run at decibel levels from 70 to 110 dBA rock concerts (rarely) exceed 90 decibels”. The same chapter states that ATVs produce 9 percent of the carbon monoxide, despite numbering less than 2 percent of the quantity coming from automobiles. Impacts of ATVs on the Amphibians, Reptiles, Birds and Mammals The Verona section of the K&P Trail from Craig Road to Bellrock Road lies between three lakes (Vanluven, Verona and Howes Lakes). Frogs, toads, salamanders and turtles likely migrate between these lakes and across the Trail to lay eggs. If so, they would be exposed to crushing by fast-moving ATVs. Unlike pedestrians, who move slowly and observe the ground ahead, a motorized vehicle may not see small, vulnerable animals. Some species are listed as threatened by the province (Blanding’s, Snapping, Wood turtles: all Ontario turtles are now at risk (Ontario Nature 2020). Effects of ATVs on birds and mammals will most likely be from behavioural reactions to disturbances. However, in this mostly developed area the likelihood of mammals like
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Bobcats, Fishers and Black bears (all of which occur in the region) being impacts is rare since they occupy more remote habitat. Bird species are more negatively impacted by loss of habitat than human presence. Many species either are habituated to benign human contact or are less wary by nature.
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Report 2021-014 Committee Information Report To:
Community Development Advisory Committee
From:
Alison Vandervelde, Acting Manager, Economic Development
Prepared by:
Alison Vandervelde, Acting Manager, Economic Development
Date of meeting:
February 11, 2021
Re:
Community Development Advisory Committee - Sharbot Lake Downtown Revitalization Update
Recommendation This report is for information only. Background In 2020, the Township of Central Frontenac, with support from the County of Frontenac, received funding from the Rural Economic Development Program to complete a Downtown Revitalization Program in the Village of Sharbot Lake. The program was launched in spring of 2020 with the hiring of a Program Coordinator, Adriana Barbary, and the creation of a management committee. The Township is currently completing Stage II of the OMAFRA four-stage process, and will soon enter Stage III: Action Planning and Prioritization, during which an Action Plan will take shape to include the presentation of findings, development of goals, objectives, priorities, target markets, and approximate costs and timelines for short, mid and long term activities. As the Downtown Revitalization process gains momentum in Sharbot Lake, the management committee has determined that it will be advantageous to move immediately from planning to action. At its January 2021 meeting, County Council approved the following motion to support Central Frontenac’s application to the 2021 Rural Economic Development Fund, this time for support to fund an Implementation Coordinator. This position will be responsible to immediately begin the carrying out of tasks identified in the forthcoming Action Plan.
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2021-010 Planning and Economic Development Sharbot Lake Downtown Revitalization Update Motion #: 14-21 Moved By: Councillor Higgs Seconded By: Councillor Smith Be It Resolved That the Council of the County of Frontenac support the Township of Central Frontenac in the completion of an application to the Rural Economic Development (RED) Program for the purpose of implementing the forthcoming Downtown Revitalization Program in the Village of Sharbot Lake; And Further That the Council of the County of Frontenac agree to serve as coapplicant for the project, sharing responsibility for project implementation; And Further That Council allocate $2,000 from the Community Development Reserve towards the implementation project should the said application be successful; And Further That the Warden and the Clerk be authorized to enter into an agreement with the Province of Ontario should the said application be successful. Carried Comment See Report 2021-010 Planning and Economic Development – Sharbot Lake Downtown Revitalization Update for more information about the Downtown Revitalization project to date. Attached to this report as Appendix A is Report 13-2021 Downtown Revitalization Program Update; Implementation Coordinator Program, Grant Application as presented to Central Frontenac Township Council at its meeting on January 26, 2021. Program Coordinator Adriana Barbary will present to the Community Development Advisory Committee on February 11 regarding the progress and next steps of the Sharbot Lake Downtown Revitalization project. Financial Implications There are no financial implications associated with this report. As approved by Council through motion 14-21 (above), the County of Frontenac will support the implementation project, should the application be successful, with $2,000 allocated from the Community Development Reserve. Strategic Priority Implications Priority 2.1: To meet the needs of future capital projects, explore new sources of funding support (current and future programs), cost-sharing options and other potential economies.
Information Report Sharbot Lake Downtown Revitalization Update February 11, 2021
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Priority 3.1: Work with the townships, other municipalities and levels of government on broad infrastructure issues — ranging from environmental concerns to regional transportation strategies for residential, social and economic purposes, and access to funding. Organizations, Departments and Individuals Consulted and/or Affected Frontenac County Planning and Economic Development Department Township of Central Frontenac Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) Central Frontenac Township Economic Development Committee Sharbot Lake Business Group Businesses located in the Village of Sharbot Lake
Information Report Sharbot Lake Downtown Revitalization Update February 11, 2021
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Report Number:
13-2021
Date of Meeting:
January 26, 2021
From:
Tyson Myers, Public Works Manager
Re:
Downtown Revitalization Program Update; Implementation Coordinator Program, Grant Application A. Recommendation(s) Whereas the current Downtown Revitalization Project for Sharbot Lake is continuing its mandate, with a completion date of August, 2021; And Whereas additional funding is required in order to continue momentum on this project to move from planning to implementation; And Whereas the Economic Development Committee supports the recommendation of the Downtown Revitalization Management Group to apply for Rural Economic Development (RED) funding in order to continue this program into the next phase; And Whereas the County of Frontenac have agreed to be co-applicants and to financially contribute to the project if we are successful; Now Therefore Be It Resolved that the Township of Central Frontenac authorizes staff to submit a grant application to the Rural Economic Development grant (February 1, 2021 intake) for a maximum amount of $75,000; And Further That the Mayor and CAO/Clerk be authorized to enter into an agreement with the Province of Ontario should the said application be successful. B. Background/Information
- Downtown Revitalization Update The Community Survey took place between October 31 and December 1, 2020 and captured data from full-time residents, seasonal, and nonresidents. The results of the survey will guide the Downtown
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Revitalization Action Plan. Overall, 431 responses were collected. A summary of key findings is attached. The Management Committee and Downtown Revitalization Coordinator are undertaking a structured assessment of the data in relation to the priorities set by OMAFRA(Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs) i.e.: Economic Development, Leadership and Management, Marketing and Promotions, and Physical Improvements. Volunteers and members of the Downtown Revitalization Management Group (DRMG) were positioned at 3 high traffic locations over 8 days, November 12 – 22, 2020 to conduct a quick 3 question Customer Origin Survey, speaking with 403 individuals in the process. The findings of this survey inform a Trade Area Analysis Report, currently being codeveloped with support from OMAFRA. In December, focus shifted to marketing and promotions of the area in support of the “12 days of Christmas” fundraisers, events and at-home activities. The Coordinator helped to promote various campaigns including the Cookie Sale for Rural Frontenac Community Services Youth Program, the Oso Rec Committee Holiday Lights Decorating Contest, Villages Beautiful Tree Lighting & Luminary display (in lieu of Festival of Trees), a Drive-thru Santa Claus event, and a virtual Gingerbread Decorating Contest. Upcoming tasks include:
RED Grant Application for Implementation Coordinator Program
Business and Building Inventory, Mix & Analysis
In-depth Business Owner Interviews
Completing the RFP process for Streetscape and Design Consultants
Planning and hosting of a virtual Community Design Workshop
- Implementation Coordinator Program, Grant Application OMAFRA opened a Rural Economic Development (RED) Program Intake which closes February 1, 2021. Karen Fischer, the advisor for the current Downtown Revitalization Program in Sharbot Lake, recommended submitting a proposal for this intake specifically for an Implementation Coordinator Program. The Township, County and Downtown Revitalization Management Group (DRMG) have determined it would be advantageous to continue the momentum of the Downtown Revitalization process and move immediately from planning to action. Proactively seeking funding from the RED Economic Diversification and Competitiveness stream will allow us to establish an Implementation Coordinator Program and allow for a seamless transition between planning and successful implementation. immediately following the approval of the Downtown Revitalization Action Plan, due no later than August 2021.
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This funding request is for an Implementation Coordinator on a 6 month contract basis, and costs required to implement Action Plan items and provide tangible outcomes for the community. This position would be responsible for mobilizing the community and stakeholders in areas of economic development, physical improvements, marketing, and activities to attract visitors and investment to the area. Some anticipated impacts and implementation activities include:
Extending the Downtown Revitalization planning template to similar and smaller neighbouring communities in Central Frontenac Township Developing and promoting business and tourism attraction packages with targeted marketing and outreach Planning community events with sponsorship opportunities to raise funds for on-going improvements Installing wayfinding and signage in key areas such as the waterfront, trail and recreation gathering points, and other high visibility areas Preparing communication packages to ensure priorities identified through DTR are considered for future high-impact developments Seeking additional grants to support long-term goals such as yearround public washrooms, downtown WIFI, recreation facilities
The Central Frontenac Township Economic Development Committee passed the following motion at its special meeting Wednesday January 13th: Moved by Sara Carpenter, Seconded by Alison Robinson: That the Economic Development Committee receive the verbal report from the Downtown Revitalization Co-ordinator on behalf of the Downtown Revitalization Management Group (DRMG); And That the Economic Development Committee hereby supports the request of the DRMG to move forward with the project by applying for a Rural Economic Development grant (February 1, 2021 intake) for the next stage funding, being funding for implementing the goals and activities identified in the Downtown Revitalization Action Plan for Sharbot Lake. And Further That this motion be forwarded to both Central Frontenac Council at its meeting January 26 and County Council at its meeting January 20th to seek approval to submit an application with the Township as lead and County as co-applicant. Carried On January 20, 2020 County Council passed a motion to be co-partner in the application. Letters of Support and Financial/ In-kind donation are being sought from local organizations, businesses and volunteer groups who are actively engaged in the Downtown Revitalization project, and shared passion for improving Sharbot Lake and Central Frontenac.
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C. Financial Implications The Economic Diversification and Competitiveness Stream of RED provides up to 50% of eligible project costs to a maximum of $150,000. After a preliminary meeting with the Treasurer, we are seeking to invest some of the remaining funds from the portion of the infrastructure project that took place in Sharbot Lake in 2020 to support a 6 month contract position and implementation activities to take place immediately following the approval of the Action Plan. The County has agreed to contribute $2,000 from the Community Development Reserve be dedicated to support the implementation phase as they did with the first phase. The Sharbot Lake Business Group has again committed financial support for the program and application. There are additional groups considering financial donations, but have not yet confirmed. PROPOSED PROJECT FINANCING
$ AMOUNT
RED Funding (up to 50% Cost-Share)
$50,000.00- 75,000
Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac
$47,000- 75,000.00
County of Frontenac
$2,000.00
Sharbot Lake Business Group
$1000.00
Donations (to be confirmed)
$500.00
TOTAL ELIGIBLE COSTS
$100,000- 150,000
The current program is half way to being complete. Following the streetscaping design and community design workshops, more beautification and physical improvements are likely to be prioritized in the Action Plan. There may be a need to shift or share some financial responsibility outside of Public Works, to include Development Services. Therefore the above Projections are subject to change, depending on what are deemed the most pressing priorities in the Action Plan, and should the application be successful. D. Attachments Summary report Letter of support Sharbot Lake Business Group
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Report 2021-013 Committee Information Report To:
Chair and Members of the Community Development Advisory Committee
From:
Alison Vandervelde, Acting Manager, Economic Development
Prepared by:
Alison Vandervelde, Acting Manager, Economic Development
Date of meeting:
February 11, 2021
Re:
Community Development Advisory Committee – Review of Motorized Access to the Verona Corridor of the Frontenac K&P Trail
Recommendation Staff recommend that the Community Development Advisory Committee consider the following three options for motorized access to the Verona Corridor of the K&P Trail, and further that the Committee select one of these options – or an amendment thereto – for inclusion in staff’s report back to County Council, anticipated in March 2021: Option 1: Allow ATV access to Verona Corridor Be it Resolved That the Community Development Advisory Committee recommend that County Council amend the current policy to allow ATVs permanent access to the Verona Corridor of the Frontenac K&P Trail – from the Trailhead at Bellrock Road to Craig Road; And Further That that the Committee support the development of a Care and Use of K&P Trail By-law, to be brought forward at a later date, pending the implementation of a Regional Coordination of By-law Services. Option 2: Continue Pilot Project Be it Resolved That the Community Development Advisory Committee recommend that County Council continue until December 31, 2021 the pilot project granting temporary ATV access to the Verona Corridor of the Frontenac K&P Trail – from the Trailhead at Bellrock Road to Craig Road.
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Option 3: Restrict ATV access to Verona Corridor Be it Resolved That the Community Development Advisory Committee recommend that County Council discontinue the pilot project and restrict ATVs from accessing the Verona Corridor of the Frontenac K&P Trail, with ATV access allowed only north of Craig Road. Background At its meeting on August 28, 2020 the Community Development Advisory Committee received Report 2020-076 Revised K&P Stakeholder Survey and through the following recommendation, created a working group to further discuss motorized use on the Verona Corridor of the Frontenac K&P Trail. 2020-072 Community Development Advisory Committee K&P Trail Stakeholder Survey Moved By: Seconded By:
Councillor Denis Doyle Mr. Barrie Gilbert
Be It Resolved That staff, after consultation with the CDAC, report the results of the K&P Trail Stakeholder Survey, as amended through report 2020-076, to Council in Q1 of 2021 as part of the review of the pilot initiative to extend ATV use on the Frontenac K&P Trail from Craig Road south to the Verona Trailhead at Bellrock Road until November 30, 2020. And Further That the working established at the August 13, 2020 CDAC meeting only focus on the K&P Trail from Craig Road to Bellrock Road as per the Council resolution passed May 20, 2020. And Further That Councillor Alan Revill, Mary Kloosterman, Barrie Gilbert, and Greg Rodgers be appointed to the working group And Further That the working group report back to CDAC no later than Q1 2021. Carried as Amended At its meeting on December 10, 2020 CDAC received Report 2020-108 Review of Motoried Access to the Verona Corridor of the Frontenac K&P Trail with additional information as requested. Comment Working Group The working group met on January 12th, 2021 and January 25th, 2021. At the January 25th meeting, the working group invited community members to provide their perspectives on the matter of motorized trail use through the Frontenac K&P Trail’s Recommend Report to Community Development Advisory Committee Review of Motorized Access to the Verona Corridor of the Frontenac K&P Trail February 11, 2021
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Verona Corridor. The notes developed by the Working Group are attached to the February 11, 2021 agenda. Members of the Working Group will provide a verbal report of their conclusions for discussion at the February 11th CDAC Meeting. Legal Review of Trans Canada Trail Agreement At the request of the committee, staff sought a legal opinion from the County solicitor regarding the proposed change of use as it relates to the 2013 Trans Canada Trail funding agreement that encompassed trail development of the Verona Corridor. Counsel’s review did not reveal anything that would compel the County to maintain the trail in accordance with the conditions set out in the Funding Agreement in perpetuity. Care and Use of K&P Trail By-law In 2020 the County along with the four Townships carried out a Joint Service Delivery Review. Over 150 potential improvement opportunities were identified, including highpriority initiatives, one being a Regional Coordination of By-law Services. The County is committed to participating in a Regional Coordination of By-law Services, which would include enforcement of the Care and Use of K&P Trail By-law, should all five municipalities arrive at an agreement on the initiative. As participation in a Regional Coordination of By-law Services is the preferred approach to enforcement regarding the K&P Trail, the County will not enter into a long-term arrangement for enforcement of the Care and Use of K&P Trail By-law prior to a joint decision regarding a Regional Coordination of By-law Services. Staff will continue to work on the development of a Care and Use of K&P Trail By-law which will be brought back to the Committee pending the implementation of a Regional Coordination of By-law Services. This By-law will include enforcement measures, and prioritization of regulations designed to protect the safety of all user groups and promote the respectful shared use of the trail. Next Steps At the beginning of this report, staff have provided three draft resolutions for the Committee’s consideration. The committee may choose to pass one of these resolutions as presented, or amend the preferred sentiment to add or omit additional clauses. As directed through Motion 87-20 (below for reference) staff will report back to County Council on the Verona Corridor ATV Pilot Project no later than Q1 2021, with a report planned for County Council’s consideration in March. The Committee’s resolution will be included in this staff report.
Recommend Report to Community Development Advisory Committee Review of Motorized Access to the Verona Corridor of the Frontenac K&P Trail February 11, 2021
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Motion #: 87-20
Moved By: Seconded By:
Deputy Warden Vandewal Councillor Higgins
Be It Resolved That access be extended for ATV use on the Frontenac K&P Trail from Craig Road south to the Verona Trailhead at Bellrock Road until November 30, 2020; and, Further That staff be directed to post “community safety zone signage” and post speed to 20 km/h; and, Further That staff report back to Council on this pilot initiative no later than Q1 2021. Carried 7:1 Financial Implications There are no financial implications associated with this report. Strategic Priority Implications Priority 3.1: Work with the townships, other municipalities and levels of government on broad infrastructure issues — ranging from environmental concerns to regional transportation strategies for residential, social and economic purposes, and access to funding. Organizations, Departments and Individuals Consulted and/or Affected Working Group Members Councillor Alan Revill Mary Kloosterman Barrie Gilbert Greg Rodgers Cunningham Swan (County solicitors)
Recommend Report to Community Development Advisory Committee Review of Motorized Access to the Verona Corridor of the Frontenac K&P Trail February 11, 2021
2021-013 Community Development Advisory Committee Review of Motorized Ac…
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