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Community Development Advisory Committee Meeting Thursday, June 23, 2016 – 10:00 a.m. Bud Clayton Memorial Room, 2069 Battersea Road, Glenburnie, ON
AGENDA Page 1.
Call to Order
Adoption of the Agenda a) That the agenda for the June 23, 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 May 12, 2016
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That the minutes of the Community Development Advisory Committee meeting held May 12, 2016 be adopted. 5.
Deputations and/or Presentations
Reports to the Community Development Advisory 2016-077 a)
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Community Development Advisory Committee Economic Development Report
This report is for information purposes only 7.
Communications From Jannette Amini, Clerk, advising of Council resolution regarding a) review and creation of a Community Grant Program.
Other Business
Next Meeting a) To be determined at the meeting.
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Adjournment
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AGENDA ITEM #a)
Minutes of the Community Development Advisory Committee Meeting May 12, 2016 A meeting of the Community Development Advisory Committee was held in the Bud Clayton Memorial Room, County Administrative Office, 2069 Battersea Road, Glenburnie on Thursday, May 12, 2016 at 10:00 AM Present: Robert Clinton Barrie Gilbert Betty Hunter Tracy John Wilma Kenny Darwyn Sproule Councillor John McDougall, Council Liaison Councillor Ron Higgins Staff Present: Anne Marie Young, Manager of Economic Development 1.
Call to Order
The Chair called the meeting to order at 10:03 AM 2.
Adoption of the Agenda
Moved By: Seconded By:
Ms. Betty Hunter Councillor Ron Higgins
That the Agenda for the May 12, 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 May 12, 2016
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AGENDA ITEM #a)
Adoption of Minutes a)
Minutes of Meeting held March 17, 2016
Moved By: Seconded By:
Dr. Barrie Gilbert Mr. Darwyn Sproule
That the minutes of the Community Development Advisory Committee meeting held March 17, 2016 be adopted. CARRIED 5.
Deputations and/or Presentations a)
Emily Conger, Chair of the Algonquin to Adirondacks (A2A) Trail Committee; presented to the Committee an overview of the Organization and its future plans. After the presentation Ms. Conger asked that the committee consider having a point person to liaise with A2A, engage in developing a detailed route plan and attend the A2A Trail Conference.
b)
Anne Prichard, Executive Director for Frontenac Community Futures Development Corporation; provided the Committee with a presentation regarding its programs, Strategic Plan and the FAB Project. She asked that the County investigate possible available land for sale and to assist in stream-lining the processes required for new business to locate in Frontenac.
Reports to the Community Development Advisory a)
2016-056 Community Development Advisory Committee Economic Development Report Anne Marie Young presented the report. Redtrain, consultants for the branding exercise, were on hand to update the committee on the research and positioning piece of the project. Committee members gave comment and suggestions for their continuing work.
Communications a)
From Jannette Amini, Clerk, advising of Council resolution regarding CDAC recommendations.
Community Development Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes May 12, 2016
Minutes of Meeting held May 12, 2016
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AGENDA ITEM #a)
Other Business Wilma Kenny updated the committee on the Teeny Tiny Places Summit held recently at Seeley’s Bay. She suggested that the book referenced during the speaker session “13 Ways to Kill Your Community” is an interesting read. Councillor John McDougal suggested the committee look to ways to further collaborate with the FCFDC.
Next Meeting
The next meeting of the Community Development Advisory Committee is scheduled for Thursday, June 23, 2016 at the County Administrative Building. 10.
Adjournment
Moved By: Seconded By:
Councillor John McDougall Dr. Barrie Gilbert
That the meeting hereby adjourn at 12:15 PM CARRIED
Community Development Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes May 12, 2016
Minutes of Meeting held May 12, 2016
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AGENDA ITEM #a)
Report 2016-077 Committee Report To:
Chair and Members of the Community Development Advisory Committee
From:
Anne Marie Young, Manager of Economic Development
Date of meeting:
June 23, 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:
2016-077 Community Development Advisory Committee Economic D…
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Economic Development Branding exercise: Redtrain has completed the visual identity piece of the project. They presented to County staff and to the North Frontenac Economic Development Task Force; it was received well. The Manager of Economic Development (Ec Dev) has presented the same to Central Frontenac Economic Development Advisory Committee, the CAOs of the four Townships and County staff members. Redtrain is expected be at this meeting to explain the concept. Action for CDAC: Receive the visual identity for the County of Frontenac and make recommendation to Council. Anticipated Funding News of our funding efforts to the Rural Economic Development (RED) program is still pending but we are greatly encouraged of late that we are successful. To be ready when the news comes the following outline of a work plan for the next three to six months is a follows: Review of Budget to RED – July 1, 2016 to March 31, 2017 Revenue County of Frontenac
$ 410,000
Townships
65,000
Private contribution
5,000
RED Total Revenue
310,000 $ 790,000
Expenditures (activities) Branding exercise
$ 40,000
Web-based portal
30,000
Community Development Officer (CDO)
210,000
Travel costs for CDO
65,000
Brand Recognition campaign
85,000
Local Food/Agri-Business Awareness
110,000
Trail/Artisan/Farm Gate Signage (uniform design)
135,000
“Ferry by Foot” Program & Promotion
65,000
Accommodation Study
50,000
Total Expenditures Community Development Advisory Committee – Economic Development Report June 23, 2016
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$ 790,000
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AGENDA ITEM #a)
Economic Development Work Plan – 3 to 6 months (draft) Branding & Brand Recognition Campaign
Launch at July 20th Council meeting Engage township councils and staff 100 business brand ambassadors – target accommodations, food, recreation lifestyle o Window tags, a patch, design style guide (scoped) o Signed ambassador agreement
Web Based Portal
Landing page Research, background and data gathering Request for proposal for web development
Community Development Officer
July 15th – projected start Secure transportation – small distinctive vehicle – wrapped in new brand ($10K) o Charge back mileage to program Goal – 3 days out of 5 in the field o Deliver Brand Ambassador Program o Engage people on the K&P Trail
Accommodations Study
Land Use Review – GIS o Green – Ready to Go o Yellow – Minor Obstacles (Road extension, minor variance) o Red – Not a good bet for the first round (Barriers to Development) Target Nov 1st for release of RFP Decision on consultant by end of 2016
Ferry by Foot Program (can be renamed)
CDO to engage Wolfe Island community o Identify potential projects/project scope for review by Frontenac Islands and CDAC o Potential for international element/interaction Social media campaign
Local Food/Agri Business
Summer Student – Agri-Food Asset mapping (Ontario East Economic Development Commission) Engage the Agricultural Community Engage South Frontenac and Frontenac Island Councils Ec Dev Manager – Continued partnership with Kingston Ec Dev Manager – Food Hub Partnership – scoping direction
Signage:
Inventory, prioritize and ranking – 2016
Community Development Advisory Committee – Economic Development Report June 23, 2016
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o Review by CDAC Other:
Recruitment for new Manager of Economic Development October/November Community Grants Program (formerly Small Scale Community Sustainability Program) - related to the Economic Development Charter o Discussion – four Categories Community/Not For Profit Groups Businesses – “real work required to promote the Frontenac Brand” Individuals Research
Frontenac Community Futures Development Corporation (FCFDC) FCFDC held its annual general meeting in June and the opening of Wolfe Island Brewing Company was announced. Ms. Young will present to FCFDC June 22, 2016 to update its board on the County’s economic development plan and to spur discussion for opportunities for collaboration between the two entities. Directions for Our Future – the County’s Integrated Community Sustainability Plan. Fall Workshop - suggested dates are: September 29, 30, October 6, 2016, location to be determined. Action for CDAC: Suggest topics for the fall workshop. K&P Trail Development Anne Marie Young continues to meet with land owners of the trail portions between Tichborne and Sharbot Lake and is slowly making progress in negotiation process. The K & P Trail has received some very good media coverage in the Kinston Whig Standard, Twitter and Kingston This Week. Traffic on the trail since then has noticeably increased. Several attempts to clear a beaver dam in a major culvert north of the access at White Lake has finally met with success. It was holding back water that potentially would flood a private entrance for cottagers to St. Andrew’s Lake. South Frontenac public works is including bridges inspections, grass cutting, and weed control for the K&P in their 2017 budget deliberations. Other maintenance best practises research continues. Ms. Young is attending the Trailhead Conference in Calabogie July 19 through 21, 2016. 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. Community Development Advisory Committee – Economic Development Report June 23, 2016
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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 North Frontenac Economic Development Task Force Frontenac Community Futures Development Corporation Residents of the County of Frontenac
Community Development Advisory Committee – Economic Development Report June 23, 2016
2016-077 Community Development Advisory Committee Economic D…
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AGENDA ITEM #a)
From Jannette Amini, Clerk, advising of Council resolution r…
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VCA Proposal For Electronic Sign at Road 38 & Burnett St. Verona • Electronic Sign at existing structure Road 38 & Burnett Street Verona (approx cost $30,000.00 to $35,000.00) VCA have raised $30,000.00 • Verona Lions Club committed $2,500 for the installation of the sign • County of Frontenac: Installation of power (Quote from Bishop Electric) approx $1000.00 • Township of South Frontenac: Power from wired source installation and monthly (Township of South Frontenac) direct hook up to light pole on special Township rate, no meter: 270 kwatts per month $55.00 + tax $62.15 • What’s in it for the VCA? Promotion of festivals, church functions, Verona Lions public function, public meetings, safety notices, traffic control (in the local area, Verona, Hartington, Godfrey, Bellrock); managed by VCA • What’s in it for the Township and County? Notices that pertain to the Township in the local area, may include promotion of events Cattail, Lions Jamboree, Garlic, etc and in other districts ex: Pumpkin Festival, Cyclefest, Family Day, Canada Day announcements, Recreation: Soccer, Baseball, Football, Swim registration information; Budget input requests prior to public meetings regarding development applications Notices that pertain to the County in the local area, may include information relative to public awareness, may include warning messages such as severe weather recovery, unforeseen disaster circumstances, K & P Trail information, County events, plowing match, Open Doors, special celebrations, etc. On behalf of the VCA Wayne Conway President VCA (Verona Community Association)
From Jannette Amini, Clerk, advising of Council resolution r…
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