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Community Development Advisory Committee Meeting Thursday, March 17, 2016 – 10:00 a.m. Frontenac Room, 2069 Battersea Road, Glenburnie, ON
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 March 17, 2016 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 January 6, 2016
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That the minutes of the Community Development Advisory Committee meeting held January 6, 2016 be adopted. 6.
Deputations and/or Presentations Dieter Eberhardt and Kent Labbette of the L&A Ridge Runners Snowmobile Club will a) address the Committee regarding a request to allow snowmobiles on the K&P Trail south of the Catarqui trail. [See Communications a)]
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Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA), will provide the Committee with a presentation on the operations of the EOTA.
Briefings Kelly Pender, Chief Administrative Officer, will brief the Committee on its roles and a)
responsibilities as well as the roles and responsibilities of staff and others, in order to advance economic development in the Frontenacs.
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Reports to the Community Development Advisory a) 2016-042 Community Development Advisory Committee Economic Development Report
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Discussion on Potential Food Hub
Communications a) Correspondence from the L&A Ridge Runners Snowmobile Club
Other Business
Next Meeting
Adjournment
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AGENDA ITEM #a)
Minutes of the Community Development Advisory Committee Meeting January 6, 2016 A meeting of the Community Development Advisory Committee was held in the Frontenac Room, County Administrative Office, 2069 Battersea Road, Glenburnie on Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. Present: Robert Clinton Barrie Gilbert Betty Hunter Tracy John Wilma Kenny, Chair Darwyn Sproule Councillor John McDougall, Council Liaison Councillor Ron Higgins Staff Present: Kelly Pender, CAO Anne Marie Young, Manager of Economic Development (Recording Secretary) Reid Shepherd, Community Planner Jannette Amini, Clerk 1.
Call to Order
Wilma Kenney called the meeting to order at 10 a.m. She suggested an election for the new chair and vice-chair is in order for the next meeting. This will satisfy the County’s procedural by-law. 2.
Adoption of the Agenda Moved by Tracy John Seconded by: Darwyn Sproule
That the agenda for the January 6, 2016 meeting of the Community Development Advisory Committee be adopted. CARRIED 3.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
There were none.
Minutes of Meeting held January 6, 2016
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AGENDA ITEM #a)
Adoption of Minutes a) Minutes of Meeting held November 19, 2015 Moved by: Barrie Gilbert Seconded by: Robert Clinton
That the minutes of the Community Development Advisory Committee meeting held November 19, 2015 be adopted. CARRIED 5.
Deputations and/or Presentations
Reports to the Community Development Advisory Committee a) 2016-001 Community Development Advisory Committee Accessibility and Economic Development
Jannette Amini gave a brief and informative overview of the work that the Accessibility Advisory Committee (AAC) is planning to implement in 2016. The AAC intends to bring awareness to the businesses in Frontenac of the compliance issues that they will face by 2024 under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Discussion followed and several suggestions were offered as follows: conduct workshops with other organizations such as Community Futures Development Corporation, Queens School of Business and Land of Lakes Tourist Association; create and distribute brochures that list the economic benefits of being accessible; and market the Frontenacs as accessible. It was also noted that financial costs for retrofitting businesses for accessibility can be extensive and may, in some cases, be prohibitive for some to comply. It was highly suggested that any public relation will have to be done with great care to give business owners to right information. b) 2016-002 Community Development Advisory Committee - Update Report Anne Marie Young reviewed the economic development report to the committee. She asked for committee input for a date and theme for the annual Sustainability Breakfast. May 4, 2016 was decided as a date and the theme be Local Food. (NOTE – this date was later changed to April 7, 2016.) Bob Clinton spoke to the topic of “Food Hubs” and the recent trip to Twin Rivers Food Hub in Smithfalls. He wonders if it is a topic for further investigation. It was suggested to contact Kingston’s Councillor Richard Allen as he has shown interest in the same topic and query what is being done from the City’s perspective.
Community Development Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes January 6, 2016 -10:00 a.m.
Minutes of Meeting held January 6, 2016
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AGENDA ITEM #a)
Communications
There are none. 8.
Other Business
There are none. 9.
Next Meeting
The next meeting will be held Wednesday, March 17, 2016 at 10 a.m. at the County offices. 10.
Adjournment Moved by: Better Hunter Seconded by: Barrie Gilbert
That the meeting hereby adjourn at 11:59 a.m. CARRIED
Community Development Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes January 6, 2016 -10:00 a.m.
Minutes of Meeting held January 6, 2016
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Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance
AGENDA ITEM #b)
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“Your Backyard Just Got Bigger”
Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
Background
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In 1996 area municipalities, user groups, business and tourism associations were brought together who had an interest in purchasing and developing lands for recreational trails on former abandoned rail corridors
Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
EOTA Background
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Formed in Sept 97 Incorporated as a not for profit Feb. 99 Board Structure-local municipalities, business, tourism,adjacent landowner/farmer and user groups Mandate-To develop, manage, maintain and market a network of year round shared use trails for the economic, tourism and job creation they bring
Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
Municipalities That Are Involved
County of Hastings, Lanark, Northumberland, Lennox and Addington & City of Belleville Municipality of Tweed, Centre Hastings, Hastings Highlands, Trent Hills
Town of Bancroft, Twp of Marmora & Lake, Wollaston, Limerick Stirling – Rawdon, Havelock, Belmont & Methuen, Addington Highlands , Highlands East, Greater Madawaska Valley ,North, Central & South Frontenac, Carlow-Mayo Working also with Renfrew County Lanark County Papineau Cameron 4
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Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
Value of the Community Based Approach
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The trail system has been developed based on public consultation with different interest groups/clubs/businesses and local government thus it encourages co-operation at the local/regional level
Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
EOTA Financial Plan Have implemented a user pay system based on
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four season use and the maintenance required to support each use Ongoing funds are obtained from municipal, Provincial and Federal Government from specific programs to help support plan Have established corporate sponsors-Bell Canada, Hydro One, All Stream, Level 3 Communications
Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
EOTA Stats EOTA Economic Impact Ontario Ministry of Tourism TREIM model
To date EOTA has raised just over $7,845,000.
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shows 25,000 annual trail visitors are spending just $6 million a year and creating just 70 jobs Trails is one of the biggest opportunities in the Hastings County
Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
Permits sales
2014 $159,000 in permit sales 2015 already at $192,935 up 23.67%(Does not include snowmobiles permits)
45% Eastern Ontario 50%GTA south/ Western Ontario 5% US Quebec
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Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
Projects/grants 2008 and beyond
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Hastings County $300,000. National Trails Funding $706,428. ISF 5 bridges/six kiosks $100,400.5 Deer Creek Bridge Project $226,143. TDF figure 8 loop trail tweed flinton Gilmour $100,000 TDF to upgrade and create more loops and links in the trail system $137,000 TDF phase 3 signage program $100,000. Molson Coors Tweed to Tyendinaga trail $50,000. EODP to develop trails and market them $115,011 TDF developed EOTA 10 year business plan $55,000.
Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
National Trails Coalition CFDC funding 2014/15
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EOTA has received $300,500 from NTC matched with municipal partners $220,000 from Frontenac CFDC matched with Frontenac County to build K&P trail south $120,000 from North, Central South Algonquin CFDC –to enhance trails and market them matched with DMO, clubs
Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
Before trail improvements
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Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
after
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Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
Maintained
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Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
Maintained
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Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
EOTA Maintenance Plan
Considers user safety Liability to EOTA and its partners Protection of the asset value Maintenance activity cost Future capital expenses related to maintenance effort Estimated cost per km $404.00
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Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
OPP Partnership
EOTA in partnership with the Centre Hastings OPP and the Hastings Prince Edward Health Unit is the first area in the province to implement OPERATION LOOKOUT on shared use trails. OPP, Health Unit and EOTA Educational Brochure information on ATV riding on roads and trails
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Be Realistic Not A Statistic ATV safety campaign- rack cards, displays ie Tim Hortons signage
Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
OPP SAVE Team
The OPP officers of the S.A.V.E. (Snowmobile, ATV, Vessel Enforcement) Unit split their time patrolling between the trails and waterways. Their mandate is trail and marine safety. AGENDA ITEM #b)
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Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
Tourism
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Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
Tourism continued
New map Quinte Sportsman show Toronto Sportsman Show Toronto Adventure show Toronto Snowmobile ATV Powersport show
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Vibrant web site
Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
Tourism Cont.
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Web site links Ontario Highlands tourism Bay of Quinte Tourism Bancroft Chamber Land o Lakes tourist association Lanark tourism Northumberland tourism Go Ride Ontario web site also linked to ontariotravel.net Many municipalities
Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
Signage to identify loops/links
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Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
Business Partners
Partnerships have been made with over 52 accommodations, restaurants, dealerships, fuel stations and other services within our area. AGENDA ITEM #b)
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Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
Packages Created
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packages have been created with the accommodations in the area showcased on the web site Packages include an overnight stay, trail pass and sometime an area restaurant One of the accommodations now sells more atv overnight stays then fishing
Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
2014-2023 Strategic/business plan To develop, manage, maintain and market a comprehensive network of year-round shared-use trails for their health, economic, tourism and job creation benefits” - EOTA Mission, 2014 EOTA trail network is a regional tourism destination that supports local business and communities within its area of service.
EOTA’s diversified funding model is designed to support the trail network on an ongoing basis.
All EOTA activities are actively supported by partners within the service area, and EOTA supports provincial advocacy efforts.
EOTA inspires leadership at every level of its organization.
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EOTA manages a growing, high-quality trail network, targeting a diverse group of outdoor recreation activities.
Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
Next steps
Update Trails Master Plan identify potential expansion and existing trail improvements
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Trails Master Plan and Trail Maintenance Standards Maintain trails to identified standards Develop new trail experiences targeted to market opportunities
Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
Future Plans
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Keep the trail safe and user friendly Build on the trail tourism opportunities to increase economic benefits and job creation To further market trail tourism packages i.e. OTMPC gorideontario.ca web site, ads, trade shows To develop more packages with accommodations To continue to create user friendly maps for the area trails To continue to build partnerships To continue to work with federal, provincial and municipal government to assist with funds to achieve our goals
Cindy Cassidy of the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA),…
For further information on EOTA visit thetrail.ca
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Report 2016-042 Committee Report To:
Chair and Members of the Community Development Advisory Committee
From:
Anne Marie Young, Manager of Economic Development
Date of meeting:
March 17, 2016
Re:
Community Development Advisory Committee – Economic Development Report
Recommendation This report is for information purposes only. Background At its July 2015 regular meeting County Council approved the Terms of Reference for the Community Development Advisory Committee (CDAC) as follows: Mandate Set priorities for sustainability in the Frontenacs, implementing the visions outlined in Directions for Our Future, the Economic Development Charter & Implementation Plan, and the Trails Master Plan. Key Activities
Create short-term project teams for focused development within priorities Evaluate project team recommendations through a sustainability lens Proactively advise and inform Council to ensure decisions account for regional and long-term implications Improve community engagement in the activities that will lead to a sustainable future for the Frontenacs
Comment The following information on current activities with regard to economic development, sustainability and trail development is offered to the committee members for perusal:
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AGENDA ITEM #a)
Economic Development Rural Economic Development (RED) - As a RED panel member, Anne Marie Young attending a meeting in Guelph for panel to receive information on the changes to the program, the review process, and to meet the new members who were appointed recently to the panel. One significant change is that businesses that apply are only eligible for 20% funding instead of the previous 50%. Several cities that were borderline for the population threshold are being excluded from applying to the program. One of these cities is Kingston. Kingston Rural Advisory Committee (RAC) – County of Frontenac Warden Fran Smith, Director of Planning and Economic Development Joe Gallivan and Anne Marie Young attended meeting of RAC on February 29, 2016. Here several presentations were heard including one from Kingston Economic Development Corporation (KEDCO) on funding and one by Ms. Young on our economic development implementation plan. Conversation after the presentation lead to finding ways for possible collaboration between the City of Kingston and Frontenac on rural economic development initiatives. Food Hubs, poultry abattoir and egg grading were mentioned. It was felt that CDAC and RAC could meet together at some point in time. Richard Allen has organized a spring farm tour for Saturday, April 23, 2016. During the KEDCO presentation it was mentioned that Kingston was not eligible for the RED program and that KEDCO was perusing conversations with OMAFRA to have that overturned. As well, it was stated that KEDCO is in conversation with Frontenac CFDC when they heard that CFDC’s border may be changed to include the rural Kingston area. A recommendation was then moved to ask the City to support KEDCO’s efforts in both cases. Community Improvement Plans (CIP) – The department is actively working on CIPs for North Frontenac and Central Frontenac. The first public meeting for the Harrowsmith CIP will be held on April 13, 2016 from 6 to 8 p.m.at the Golden Links Hall, Harrowsmith. Best Practices of our neighbouring municipalities – Tracy John, Dr. Clinton and Anne Marie Young met with Steven Paul, Director of Community Services at Lennox & Addington County. (See attached Appendix A) Action for CDAC: Attend and report on best practices of other municipalities. Branding exercise: The completion was very strong for the branding contract. Bids ranged from $34,900 to $40,000. Four companies were interviewed. Redtrain, with affiliate Avenue Strategy, is the successful proponent for the branding exercise for an amount of $38,000. Action for CDAC: Participate in stakeholder meetings for the consultation portion of the branding exercise.
Community Development Advisory Committee – Economic Development Report March 17, 2016
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AGENDA ITEM #a)
Directions for Our Future – the County’s Integrated Community Sustainability Plan. The Sustainability (ICSP) Breakfast is organized for April 7, 2016 at 7 a.m. at the Lion’s Hall in Verona. Individual invitations were sent out as well as an open invitation to the public in the County newsletter and Facebook event page has been created. Servant Heart Catering from Arden has been hired to cater the event. Dan Borowec, Director of Economic Development & Tourism for Northumberland County has agreed to be our guest speaker at the breakfast and will give a presentation on their Ontario Agri-Food Venture Centre (food hub) which is located in Cobourg. Action for CDAC: Offer names of businesses, organizations and /or individuals to receive a Communality Partnership Agreement that will be presented at the Sustainability Breakfast. K&P Trail Development The gates for the south part of the K&P will be closed on April 2, 2016. An appraisal report has been completed to determine fair market value to establish a figure that can be used for bargaining power. Expropriation is also an option if need be. A meeting has been held with the County’s solicitor to determine a plan for negotiations and acquisition. Trans Canada Trail has been notified of our plans to have the K&P Trail completed by 2017 for their 25th Anniversary celebration. Action for CDAC: Advise and inform Council of the land acquisition process for the development of the K&P Trail. Make suggestions for on-going maintenance of the K&P. Sustainability Implications In all that we do in the name of economic development in the Frontenacs, we will live by a set of principles that balance the economy, environment, social, and cultural interest of our communities. Financial Implications There is an allotment in the 2016 budget for the K&P Trail development, activities for monitoring Directions for Our Future, and the implementation plan for economic development. Organizations, Departments and Individuals Consulted and/or Affected Members of Community Development Advisory Committee County Council & staff Township of Frontenac Islands Township of South Frontenac Township of Central Frontenac Township of North Frontenac Central Frontenac Economic Development Advisory Committee Community Development Advisory Committee – Economic Development Report March 17, 2016
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AGENDA ITEM #a)
North Frontenac Economic Development Task Force Frontenac Community Futures Development Corporation Residents of the County of Frontenac
Community Development Advisory Committee – Economic Development Report March 17, 2016
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AGENDA ITEM #a)
Attendance of External Event Report
Event Name:
Lennox & Addington
Event Date:
February 4, 2016 2 p.m.
Event Location:
Napanee, Ontario
Name of County Anne Marie Young, Manager of Economic Development Representatives Tracy John & Bob Clinton, CDAC members in Attendance: Benefit to the County:
This meeting was attended to examine best practices of our neighbouring Counties in economic development.
(Use this space to briefly describe the event and explain the ways in which the County benefits from having a presence there)
Stephen Paul, Director of Community Services gave a brief overview of the operations of his department. Staff include: Director of Community Services Economic Development Officer Business Development Officer Administration support Graphic designer (shared) He takes a “roll-up your sleeves” non-traditional approach to delivering economic development. Get the community involved-a must Focus on servicing the entrepreneur – they are the back bone to growth Best tool they have is “Business Coaching “ which is deliver by the Business Development Officer They have a 13% increase in jobs – mostly entrepreneurial Concentrate on growth from within – meaning grow the businesses you have Over 10 years they have 125 net new businesses In tourism the focus is on product development – very successful geo-cashing event brings in 1000 people from 16 different countries Uses social media big time Marketing $$ are not spent on advertising – results are too hard to measure Has the trust of Council
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AGENDA ITEM #a)
Links with their CFDC and works with them as a partner
Report to Frontenac CDAC
Attachments: Follow-Up (If Required): Other:
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AGENDA ITEM #b)
Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
Mlnlstere de l’Agrlculture, de l’Allmentatlon et des Affalres rurales
Of?ce of the Minister
Bureau du ministre
77 Grenville Street, 11"‘Floor Toronto, Ontario M7A 1B3 Tel: 416-326-3074 Fax: 416-326-3083
77, rue Grenville, 11° étage Toronto (Ontario) M7A1B3
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FEBl 0 2016 His Worship Ron Higgins Mayor, North Frontenac Councillor, County of Frontenac ron.hig_qins@xplomet.com Dear Mayor Higgins:
I received your message requesting infonnation about programs that could assist with the development of a food hub in the County of Frontenac. I am pleased to respond. Our government provides support to local food initiatives in a number of ways, and I commend you for identifying this important sector as an opportunity for North Frontenac. Many communities across Ontario are exploring various ways to support their local food sector, and food hubs are certainly one way to do this. A food hub can provide much needed shared infrastructure to small and medium sized businesses as well as market access that would not othenrvise be available. Establishing a food hub is a very challenging project, which takes planning and resources. Our government has partnered with other communities to establish multiple hubs in Ontario. The nearest to you would be the Ontario Agri-Food Venture Centre in Northumberland County, and the Two Rivers Food Hub in Smiths Falls. These communities had undertaken years of preparatory research before making their funding applications, and are currently working hard to ensure that their food hubs transition to ?nancial self-reliance within the next few years. For ongoing advice on your project, you may contact your local Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs’Agriculture and Rural Economic Development Advisor, Katie Nolan, at 613-258-8371 ontario.ca. or katie.no|an
Thank you for contacting the Ontario government with your request. Please accept my best wishes.
griculture, Food and Rural Affairs
Nolan, Rural Economic Development Advisor, OMAFRA
GooThings Grow in Ontario
A bonne terre, bons produits
Ministry Headquarters: 1 Stone Road West, Guelph, Ontario N1G 4Y2 Bureau principal du ministere: 1 Stone Road West, Guelph (Ontario) N1G 4Y2
Discussion on Potential Food Hub
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Discussion on Potential Food Hub
Communications Inspections Staffing
Suppliers Farmers Butchers Artists
Art?
Policies & procedures Communications
Meat
Food Hub Baked Goods
Produce
Customers Residents Visitors Restaurants
Staff Manager Cashier Certification Inspection Shipping & Receiving?
AGENDA ITEM #b)
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Certification Bodies Health CFIA Others?
Food Hub Board
Discussion on Potential Food Hub
Food Hub Discussion Topics • Food Hub in Smith’s Falls – Compete? – Same model as ours?
• Enhancements
• Location
AGENDA ITEM #b)
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– Egg grading station? – Butchery? – Abattoir?
Discussion on Potential Food Hub
Food Hub Discussion Topics • Partnership – Kingston and County
• Feasibility – Conduct market viability analysis – Options for funding
– Present the plan – Identify a prime person to drive this
AGENDA ITEM #b)
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• Recommend to County Council
Discussion on Potential Food Hub
Discussions To Date • Hillview Farms – Lennox & Addington – Edward Embury
• KFL&A Food Policy Council – Ian Arthur executive chef at Chez Piggy
• Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs • Smiths Falls Food Hub – Bill Dobson Reeve on Montague
AGENDA ITEM #b)
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– Jeff Leal See attachment
AGENDA ITEM #a)
Presentation by L&A Ridge Runners Snowmobile Club to Frontenac County Community Development Advisory Committee on March 17th, 2016
MISSION STATEMENT www.laridgerunners.ca The Lennox and Addington Ridge Runners is a snowmobile club established in 1969 and located in the area north of Kingston and Napanee Ontario Canada. One of our main concerns is the sustainability of snowmobiling. Trail Permit dollars have to be supplemented by fund raising. It is the dedication of many volunteers that enables our club to continue to provide the safest and most enjoyable trails possible. We strongly believe in the philosophy that the trails are there for the snowmobiler who wants to experience a unique relationship with nature; one that respects the environment and provides a family recreational experience. It is a relationship that puts safety and the enjoyment of everyone foremost.
Correspondence from the L&A Ridge Runners Snowmobile Club
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AGENDA ITEM #a) L&A Ridge Runners is an incorporated , not for profit, club run entirely by dedicated volunteers and we are a member club of the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs ( OFSC). For over forty years our club has fostered positive relationships with over one hundred private, corporate and municipal landowners to provide over 220 km of safe winter trails for snowmobilers , but as in the case of the Cataraqui Trail, the K&P Trail and unmaintained road allowances the presence of a groomed trail also provides many other trail users with the opportunity to enjoy these trails during the winter months. Were it not for the snowmobile club’s dedication to grooming these trails they would be by and large unused during the winter months. The development of the K&P corridor from the City of Kingston north to Sharbot Lake , completing a link in the Trans Canada Trail and allowing access from Kingston to the Trans Canada Trail, has been a significant achievement for the County. Unfortunately from the Cataraqui Trail south snowmobiles have been excluded. There is a large community of snowmobilers in Kingston and immediate area that would like access to the K&P Trail. Acquiring access to the County owned portion of the K&P would be a first and important step in achieving that goal. Aside from the very positive benefits in having a groomed winter trail please note that winter use for snowmobiles normally runs from mid December to mid March , only three months of the year. Modern snowmobiles are a far cry from the noisy, oil spewing machines of yesteryears and snowmobiles leave virtually no impact on the environment. As an OFSC member club we are covered by a $15,000,000 third party liability insurance policy. Based on the experience on the Cataraqui Trail for the past fifteen years snowmobiles and other trail users do exist in harmony during the winter months and that has been the experience as well during past two winters on the K&P Trail . Lennox and Addington Ridge Runners Snowmobile Club is requesting that the County of Frontenac consider allowing snowmobiles to use the County owned portion of the K&P Trail south of the Catarqui Trail. Thank you for considering our request.
Correspondence from the L&A Ridge Runners Snowmobile Club
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