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Report 2018-073 Committee Recommend Report To:
Chair and Members of the Community Development Advisory Committee
From:
Richard Allen, Manager of Economic Development
Date of meeting:
May 10, 2018
Re:
Community Development Advisory Committee – Motorized Vehicles on K&P Trail at Verona Trailhead
Recommendation Be It Resolved That the Community Development Advisory Committee advise Council that motorized off-road vehicles not be permitted have access to the K&P Trail from Bellrock Road to Craig Road as per current policy, And Further That ATV detour signage be established from the Trailhead location through the village of Verona along Road 38 to the K&P Trail intersection at Craig Road, And Further That the County remain open to options for future access from the Verona Street portion of the K&P Trail to Road 38. Background In 2016, Frontenac County Council provided direction to purchase and remediate the property at 6503 Road 38 (corner of Bellrock Road) for the purpose of developing a public trail access point. This property is located near the southern end of the village of Verona. The remediation is now complete and concept designs have been reviewed and approved. In the meantime, this site will be available for trail users to access the K&P Trail from Verona. The section of K&P Trail that bypasses the Verona Trailhead was constructed in 2013 with support from a grant from the Trans Canada Trail organization for $228,000, allowing for the development of the trail from Boyce Road in Hartington through to Craig Road in Verona. The trails concept plan for the K&P Trail supplied to Trans Canada Trail outlined the vision for this section of trail as a “greenway.” Greenways are trails developed exclusively for non-motorized use, with the exception of snowmobiles in the
winter. The concept describes the trail north of Craig Road as a “Yellow Trail,” for shared use between Active and Motorized users. Frontenac County Council provided direction at their meeting on September 20, 2017 for staff to consult with the community about the possibility of allowing access for motorized vehicles to the K&P Trail from the Verona Trailhead location. Trail access at Craig Road does not have space provided for the parking of cars, trucks or trailers, so it will be expected to see both active and non-motorized users making use of the Verona Trailhead to start their trip. Gates are installed along the K&P Trail to prevent motorized vehicles from accessing the trail from Craig Road south to Orser Road. In some cases, especially close to Verona, these gates are damaged by persons seeking to access these portions of the trail by ATV or a similar motorized vehicle. Several gates are circumvented by trail traffic, where they enter the forest next to the gates and ride through underbrush to bypass the barrier, resulting in additional environmental damage. If gates are to remain closed, additional measures will need to be implemented to improve accessibility for active users and to close the trail to Comments Public Engagement On November 20, 2017 staff conducted an open house event in partnership with the Verona Community Association to solicit design suggestions for the Verona Trailhead as well as input in regard to the use of ATV’s on the K&P Trail from Bellrock Road to Craig Road. In addition to the open house event, staff received input through survey that was open from November 1 to December 3, 2017. The open house was promoted with paid Facebook ads, a print ad (Frontenac News) and a billboard at the property. This event was co-hosted by Verona Community Association and was promoted by flyer to local businesses by the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance. Trailhead Survey Results In addition to design considerations for the Trailhead, the survey asked how respondents made use of the K&P Trail and if ATV’s should have access to the K&P Trail from Bellrock Road north to Craig Road. In terms of use, respondents were allowed to select multiple choices, and the most popular uses were identified as walking, ATV use and cycling.
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How do you use the K&P Trail? 160
145 136
140
124
120 100 80 80
69
60 40 23
15
20 0 Walking/Hiking
ATV
Cycling
Snowmobile
Dog Walking
Other
Horseback
In response to the question of whether ATV’s should be permitted on the K&P Trail, many respondents indicated support for the initiative, citing reasons such as safety, economic development and convenience.
Should ATV’s be allowed on K&P Trail from Bellrock Road to Craig Road? 160 141 140 120 100 80
66
60
40 22
20
16
12
0 Strongly Agree
Agree
Neutral
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
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Safety The most common supporting argument for allowing ATV use along the K&P Trail from Bellrock Road north was that it safer for motorized users, especially those who are uncomfortable travelling with larger traffic on Road 38. Safety was also one of the main arguments against allowing motorized use on the trail. Respondents who were not in favour of the change voiced concerns about size of ATV vehicles and the speed at which they travel past other trail users. Respondents also noted is the portion of K&P Trail travels adjacent to Prince Charles Public School, and voiced concerns related to the safety of school children walking to school or groups of students who may be engaged in programming along the trail if they were to encounter motorized vehicles. Several respondents who did not self-identify as ATV users suggested that a code of conduct be implemented ensuring that motorized users yield to trail uses that are more active in nature. As a result, staff have identified the development of a code of conduct as a possible project to be undertaken in 2019 or 2020. Economic Development Another supporting argument for allowing ATV use on the Trail north of Bellrock Road was to increase visitation to businesses in the village of Verona. Without safe and convenient access to the K&P Trail in the village, ATV clubs and other motorized users are likely to plan their trips from locations further north. This reduces the likelihood of these groups dining at restaurants or purchasing gas and other supplies in the village of Verona. The contrary argument made by open house and survey participants suggests that if ATV users are travelling along the Verona Main street (Road 38) they are more likely to stop at the various shops and restaurants that are much more visible along this road, thus providing increased potential for business in the hamlet. Trans Canada Trail / The Great Trail Representatives from Trans Canada Trail, also known as The Great Trail, reviewed the comments associated with the survey responses and agreed that safety appears to be the largest concern for all trail users. Options for a motorized off-road vehicle bypass were suggested, however the due to the lakes surrounding Verona, it would be difficult to implement. Trans Canada Trail representatives made clear to County staff that their policy is to support and fund projects with “Greenway” focus. If the County were to change the use of this section of The Great Trail, a response from the Trans Canada Trail organization should be expected.
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Verona Street Access to Road 38 This report recommends that Council remain open to any future opportunities to improve Trail access to Road 38 from Verona Street, through land acquisition, easement or other agreement. This access would enable the potential option of providing ATV access along the K&P Trail from the Trailhead until the northern end of Verona Street. Much of this route is already utilized by motorized vehicles as a back road or street, and is paved with asphalt. Benefits of this route include the reduction of conflict between Motorized Off-Road Vehicles and regular traffic on Road 38 for 1.5 km through the village, leaving only 1.5 km remaining on the main street to reach Craig Rd. This compromise solution would also ensure conflict associated with Prince Charles School is minimized. It is not recommended that the County pursue expropriation or negotiation, however that it remain open to future opportunities should they arise. Conclusion While there is considerable support to provide motorized access directly to the K&P Trail from the Verona Trailhead, this report recommends that Council take no action at this time due to considerations from the local community and agreements in place with Trans Canada Trail. Instead, staff seek direction to establish an ATV detour route from the Verona Trailhead to the trail access point at Craig Road by including it in County maps, and through the installation of ATV specific wayfinding signs through the village. It is also recommended that a compromise solution be pursued if the opportunity arises to create access from Verona Street portion of the K&P Trail to Road 38. Sustainability Implications The Frontenac County Integrated Community Sustainability Plan (ICSP) identifies recreation and leisure as a focus area. This is also reflected in the County Economic Development Charter as a key pillar and strength. As visitors seek adventures and recreational activities in Frontenac, a safe, enjoyable trail route should be established and in place to ensure the long term viability of this tourism industry. Financial Implications Trans Canada Trail Organization provided $228,000 in funding for trail development and bridges from Boyce Road in Hartington through Verona to Craig Road under the agreement that this portion of the K&P would remain a “Greenway.” With trail gates left in place, County staff will need to increase the security of the trail and nearby vegetation through the installation of additional barriers and improvements to the existing gates.
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Organizations, Departments and Individuals Consulted and/or Affected Community Development Advisory Committee Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance Trans Canada Trail
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Legend K&P Trail K&P Verona ATV Detour Potential ATV Route
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Verona K&P Trail
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Trans Canada Trail Concept Plan for Trail Gap Construction
Frontenac K&P Trail TCT Project 06-0175 June 2013 Prepared by: Anne Marie Young County Of Frontenac 613-548-9400 ext 330 ayoung@frontenaccounty.ca Prepared for: Trans Canada Trail Submit by email to: project@tctrail.ca
Table of Contents Frontenac K&P Trail Concept Plan …………………………………………………………………………….. 2! 1.! EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ……………………………………………………………………………… 2! 2.! BACKGROUND ………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3! 3.! PARTNER DESCRIPTION …………………………………………………………………………… 3! 4.! DESCRIPTION OF TRAIL ……………………………………………………………………………. 3! 4.1$Trail$Experience$………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………$3! 4.2$Cultural,$Historical$and$Natural$History$………………………………………………………………………………$3! 4.3$Proposed$Preferred$Route$……………………………………………………………………………………………………..$4! 4.4$Identification$of$Trail$Type$&$Category$………………………………………………………………………………..$4! 4.5$Description$of$Trail$Users$………………………………………………………………………………………………………$4! 4.6$Projected$Use$Intensity$…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..$5!
5.! COMMUNITY SUPPORT……………………………………………………………………………… 5! 6.! BENEFITS TO THE COMMUNITY ………………………………………………………………… 5! 7.! LAND PERMISSIONS …………………………………………………………………………………. 6! 8.! LIABILITY INSURANCE………………………………………………………………………………. 6! ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT …………………………………………………………………….. 7! 9.! INFRASTRUCTURE REQUIREMENTS …………………………………………………………. 7! 10.!
WAYFINDING SIGNAGE REQUIREMENTS ……………………………………………….. 7!
11.!
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE ……………………………………………………………….. 7!
12.!
GRANT RECOGNITION AND TRAIL OPENING EVENT ……………………………… 8!
13.!
PROJECT SCHEDULE …………………………………………………………………………….. 8!
14.!
BUDGET ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9!
15.!
SUPPORT AND APPROVALS ………………………………………………………………… 11!
16.!
APPENDICES ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 12! APPENDIX$A! $MAP$OF$PROPOSED$TRAIL$ROUTE$………………………………………………………………$12! APPENDIX$B! LIST$OF$BOARD$MEMBERS$OF$APPLYING$TRAIL$GROUP$OR$ ORGANIZATION,$OR$KEY$STAFF$MEMBERS$OF$MUNICIPALITY$……………………………………………..$12! APPENDIX$C$! $LANDOWNER$PERMISSIONS$…………………………………………………………………………$12! APPENDIX$D! $LIABILITY$INSURANCE$CERTIFICATE$………………………………………………………….$12! APPENDIX$E! $ENVIRONMENTAL$ASSESSMENT$………………………………………………………………….$12! APPENDIX$F! $OPTIONAL$SUPPORTING$DOCUMENTS$……………………………………………………….$12!
Ontario - Frontenac K&P Trail
Frontenac K&P Trail Concept Plan
- EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The 44.2 km portion of the K&P Trail (from Harrowsmith to Sharbot Lake) is a vital link to the Trans Canada Trail and was designated in 2010 as: Gap – Route Selected and Approved. The development of the portion of the trail has a projected total cost $2,000,000. The County of Frontenac (County), in conjunction with its Townships, initially became involved in trail related activities early on 2007. The County was able to acquire approximately a total of 45 km of the 53 km of the former K&P rail bed running through the townships of South and Central Frontenac. The County owns the K&P Trail from the Kingston /County border at Orser Road to Tichborne with one exception of a small (.0126 acre) parcel presently being negotiated near Hartington and the County also owns a few parcels north of Tichborne. There is discontinuity in ownership from this point north to Sharbot Lake and leasing and/or purchasing of land is necessary with some consideration to re-routing if necessary. There are four bridges to reconstruct. Major trailhead locations are planned for Harrowsmith and Sharbot Lake and a minor one at Verona. Section Orser Rd to Cataraqui Trail Shared K&P/Cat trail From Cat Trail to Boyce Rd
Length 10.59 m 6.29 km 2.55 km 3.99 km
Boyce Rd to Craig Road
7.67 km 10.95 m
Craig Rd to Tichborne Tichborne to Sharbot lake
19.85 12.71
Completed 2010 – bridge 2012 - trail 2012 (K&P) 2008 (test strip) 2013 (repair/main) 2013 2013 – Hardwood Creek Bridge 2014/2015 2016
TCT designated no Yes (under Cat trail) Yes - Greenway Yes - Greenway Yes – Yellow trail Yes – Yellow trail
The section to be developed in 2013 is the “Greenway section” of the K&P Trail and includes a 10.95 m bridge and project management ($167,000), 7.67 km of trail developed ($200,000) and another 3.99 km of trail redeveloped/maintained ($15,000). Other materials and costs in the development are gates and barriers ($72,000), signage ($22,000), land acquisition ($15,000), and opening event costs ($2,000). The total cost of the 2013 is projected at $ 493,000. The County of Frontenac received confirmation that the 2013 greenway portion of the trail is eligible for funding from Trans Canada Trail and is requesting through this application the amount of $228,000. The Yellow Trail sections that are now allowing the use of ATVS is under review with the Count’s Trail Advisory Committee.
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BACKGROUND #
The development of a shared vision of trails in the County of Frontenac is an important step when entering into a new initiative. The early discussions necessary to establish the vision, when discussed in the context of the County, particularly users and adjacent property owners of the newly forming Frontenac K&P Trail, to offer suggestions, voice concerns and seek resolution of issues as they were raised. Leading from these extensive discussions, the elements of the Master Plan evolved. The County of Frontenac, in conjunction with the four Townships, initially became involved in trail related activities early on 2007. The County was able to acquire a length of the former K&P rail bed running through the townships of South and Central Frontenac, significantly expanding on an acquisition project that had been originally planned by the Township of South Frontenac. A County Trails Master Plan and a Frontenac K&P Trail Implementation Plan were both adopted by County Council in the fall of 2009. In 2010 the County installed a bridge on Millhaven Creek and in 2012 developed an 8.8 km portion of trial from the County/Kingston border at Orser Rd to and including the joined K&P/Cataraqui Trail portion to the point where they then divide which is near the hamlet of Harrowsmith.
PARTNER DESCRIPTION N/A
DESCRIPTION OF TRAIL 4.1$Trail$Experience$ The Frontenac K&P Trail follows, as much as possible, the former K&P Railway Company line. The former rail corridor runs from Kingston to Sharbot Lake and further north into the County of Renfrew. Creating loops and linking to regional trail systems provides an opportunity trail for enthusiasts of every age and skill level to experience diverse natural and cultural landscapes 12 months of the year. The first portion of the Frontenac K&P Trail under development will run from the Kingston city limits at Orser Road ultimately to Sharbot Lake, a total distance of 53 kilometres of which 46.8. km is part of the Trans Canada Trail and of which 44.2 remains to be developed. The right-of-way is 4.5 metres wide (on average) throughout most of its length; in some areas the width broadens considerably where there were stations, sidings, or junctions with other rail lines. Trailhead signs are located in Harrowsmith in conjunction with shred trail with the Cataraqui Trail. Plans for other trailhead location are located in Verona and Sharbot Lake.
4.2$Cultural,$Historical$and$Natural$History$ The railway was established in 1871 and has been non-operational for years and then acquired by Bell Canada in the late 1980s, not long after the tracks were lifted and the rails removed. Bell Canada purchased the land in order to expand its existing communications network in TCT trail code 06-0175
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Ontario - Frontenac K&P Trail South-eastern Ontario. In 1990 the South-east Ontario Rails-to-Trails Association (SEORTA) was formed to promote the development of abandoned railway lines into recreational Trails. In 1998 SEORTA became the K&P Trail Group. The group initially lobbied the Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority (CRCA) to purchase the land but was unsuccessful as the CRCA cited a lack of funds for the development and maintenance of the property. The City of Kingston began negotiations with Bell Canada in 2002 to acquire the former K&P corridor within the city limits, and subsequently began construction on the Trail. In December 2007 the Kingston portion of the K&P Trail was officially opened to the public. In 2008, the County of Frontenac acquired many of the remaining sections of the right-of-way owned by Bell Canada in order to develop these lands for a safe and accessible recreational Trail. This purchase provides the opportunity to link the Kingston portion of the K&P at Orser Road to Harrowsmith and then continue to Sharbot Lake. At Harrowsmith, the Trail will connect with the existing Cataraqui Trail, providing a much anticipated link into the Trans-Canada Trail Network. Trails are hallmarks of livable communities and of cities that are built on a human scale. Nicknamed by locals as the “Kick and Push”, the K&P right-of-way will provide recreational alternatives to residents throughout the area and link into the Frontenac’s existing Trails network.
4.3$Proposed$Preferred$Route$ The Frontenac K&P Trail follows, as much as possible, the former K&P Railway Company line. The former rail corridor runs from Kingston to Sharbot Lake and further north into the County of Renfrew. Creating loops and linking to regional trail systems provides an opportunity trail for enthusiasts of every age and skill level to experience diverse natural and cultural landscapes 12 months of the year. The first portion of the Frontenac K&P Trail under development will run from the Kingston city limits at Orser Road, a total distance of 53 kilometres and ultimately to Sharbot Lake (See Appendix A - Map)
4.4$Identification$of$Trail$Type$&$Category$ The Frontenac K&P Trail will be a “Gravel Type” trail along its whole length. It will fall into 2 categories: a Greenway Trail from the joining of the Cataraqui Trail and to north of Verona at Craig Road – to be completed in 2013 for a total distance of 11.66 km From Craig Road (again north of Verona) it will be a Yellow Trail until Sharbot Lake to be completed by 2017; however the use of ATV’s is being reconsidered by the County’s Trail Advisory Committee and the need to review this in Trails Master Plan.
$ 4.5$Description$of$Trail$Users$ Preferred activities: walking/hiking, biking. horseback riding, cross-county skiing, snowmobiling: using all of the trail Additional non-motorized could be: snowshoeing, dog-sledding TCT trail code 06-0175
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Additional motorized activities: ATVing (Yellow section starts north of Verona not subject to this application)
4.6$Projected$Use$Intensity$ Activity
High
Walking/Hiking
x
Biking Horseback Riding
x
Medium
N/A
x
Cross-country Skiing Snowmobiling Canoeing/Kayaking
Low
x x x
Snowshoeing Rollerblading Other: ATVing Other: dog-sledding Other: snowshoeing
x x x x x
COMMUNITY SUPPORT Multiple public consultations were carried out regarding the proposed development of the Frontenac K&P Trail. Adjacent landowners were surveyed in September 2008 and information sessions were held on September 25, 2008 in Sharbot Lake and September 30, 2008 in Verona, where landowners were invited to comment on the project. Members of the Frontenac Trails Committee were present to answer questions. Following the adjacent landowner consultations, two general public meetings were held: April 28, 2009 in Verona and April 30, 2009 in Sharbot Lake. A survey directed to the general public was also constructed and administered at the meetings In order to provide an update on trail status to adjacent landowners, two meetings were held in September 2012; one in Verona and one in Sharbot Lake.
BENEFITS TO THE COMMUNITY Trails become attractions that offer benefits that can be enjoyed by businesses, communities and residents alike. Trails also provide owners and operators in the tourism industry and other businesses an additional option to entice tourists and visitors to stay longer in the area. Economic uncertainty in recent times has been linked to the growing trend of individuals taking vacations closer to home and for shorter durations. Trails can be a main attraction for these local-looking vacationers. Communities and businesses along trails benefit from development, as travelers look to local businesses to purchase goods and services along the route. The TCT trail code 06-0175
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Ontario - Frontenac K&P Trail Ontario Trails Council estimates that trails contribute at least $2 billion yearly to the provincial economy. Research has also shown that trails increase property values by offering residents scenic views and on-hand recreational opportunities. Trails that accommodate a number of recreational users and uses provide opportunities for healthy activities and healthy lifestyles. ACTIVE 2010: Ontario’s Sport and Physical Activity Strategy, introduced in 2005, outlines the need for more affordable, accessible forms of recreation for Ontarians. The study cites the expressed concern of governments, citizens, and sport and physical activity stakeholders over the inadequate level of physical activity and sport participation, and the resulting impact on the health and quality of life of Ontarians. According to ACTIVE2010, 52 per cent of Ontarians are insufficiently active to benefit their health. In 2000, over one half of children aged 5 to 17 did not meet recommended levels of physical activity.1 The annual economic burden of physical inactivity in Ontario is $1.8 billion.2 ACTIVE2010 recommends that all adult Ontarians walk a minimum of 30 minutes daily or participate in some other equivalent activity. Trails support an active lifestyle that improves health. Physical activity helps prevent heart disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, obesity, colon cancer and depression.3
LAND PERMISSIONS The County of Frontenac owns the rail-bed from Kingston /County border at Orser road to Tichborne with the exception of a .0126 acre piece (a road allowance across the trail) north of Boyce Road near Hartington. The County is currently in negotiation with the landowner and is presently investigating potential crossings before the agreement is finalized. This parcel of land is part of the 2013 development. There are portions of the right of way between Tichborne and Sharbot Lake, which are missing, having been sold off many years ago by the Canadian Pacific Railway. The County of Frontenac will endeavour to keep the Trail continuous in order to make it more attractive to users and more identifiable as a linear Trail. Re-routing will take place only in places where the County does not own the property and an easement agreement cannot be established with the landowner.
LIABILITY INSURANCE Liability insurance is in place for the Frontenac K&P Trail under the County’s commercial general liability policy # CP99676. The Trails Canada trail is indicated as a third party in this policy. See Appendix D: Certificate of Insurance.
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Canadian Fitness and Lifestyle Research Institute, 2001: Physical Activity Monitor Dr. Peter Katzmarzyk, Queen’s University, 2001: The Economic Cost Associated with Physical Inactivity and Obesity in Ontario 3 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, National Centre for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, 1996. Physical Activity and Health: A Report of the U.S. Surgeon General, Atlanta Georgia, U.S 2
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ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT Environmental Pre-Screening Report - Appendix E. Further, permits have been approved and obtained for the building of the bridge at Hardwood creek, Verona from the Quinte Conservation Authority.
- INFRASTRUCTURE REQUIREMENTS There are four bridge superstructures required to be reconstructed in the gap portion from Harrowsmith to Sharbot Lake. Trans Canada Trail funded the engineering and design costs for these bridges in 2011. Abutments for these superstructures exist but are in need of some repair as indicated in the 2010 Evaluation and Detailed Structural Assessment Report conducted by McIntosh Perry Consulting Engineers Ltd. The 10.95 m span is included in the 2013 development of request to TCT for funding. The lengths of the bridges are as indicated in the table below Infrastructure Type
Length (if applicable)
Bridge – Hardwood Creek
10.95 m
Bridge – White Creek
4.90 m
Bridge – Elbow Creek
20 m
Bridge – Fish creek
4.88 m
GPS location (if possible) Latitude: 44.47086 Longitude: 76.69654 Latitude: 44.54594 Longitude: 76.67809 Latitude: 44.62965 Longitude: 76.67882 Latitude: 44.64553 Longitude: 76.68803
WAYFINDING SIGNAGE REQUIREMENTS Trail markers and way-finding signage will be provided along the new sections of Trans-Canada Trail. Once the project is underway, a request will be made for the number and size of signs required.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE The County of Frontenac is responsible for the operation and the maintenance of the Frontenac K&P Trail.
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GRANT RECOGNITION AND TRAIL OPENING EVENT The County of Frontenac will recognize Trans Canada Trail on trail signage, the County’s monthly newsletter, social media, web-sites and on materials related to the official opening of each phase as developed. Trans Canada Trail representatives will be invited to attend and speak at the trail opening event and for photo opportunities.
PROJECT SCHEDULE
Start Date
Completion Date
Estimated Required Cash Flow
Completed
Completed
n/a
Required permits completed
April 1, 2013
April 15, 2013
n/a
Insurance certificate
April 1, 2013
April 15, 2013
n/a
Bridge
July 15, 2013
October 31, 2013
50%
Brushing and dozing
Aug 15, 2013
August 30, 2013
25%
Aug 30, 2013
Sept 15, 2013
25%
Sept15 , 2013
Sept 30, 2013
n/a
e.g. Trail Opening
Nov 1, 2013
Nov 1 2013
n/a
e.g. Trail Opening Event
Nov 1, 2013
Nov1, 2013
n/a
Project Milestone Planning Phase: Boyce Road at Hartington to Craig Road north of Verona Outstanding Approvals
Trail and Infrastructure Construction
Gravel and StonedustTopcoat Trail Signage Signage Installation Trail Opening
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- BUDGET Total Cost of Project: 2013 phase - $493,000 Requesting Funds from the TCT?
Yes, $228,000
The section to be developed in 2013 is the “Greenway section” of the K&P Trail and includes a 10.85 m bridge and project management ($167,000), 7.67 km of trail developed ($200,000) and another 3.99 km of trail redeveloped/maintained ($15,000). Other materials and costs in the development are gates and barriers ($72,000), signage ($22,000), land acquisition ($15,000), and opening event costs ($2,000). The total cost of the 2013 is projected at $ 493,000. The County of Frontenac received confirmation that the 2013 greenway portion of the trail is eligible for funding from Trans Canada Trail and is requesting through this application the amount of $228,000. Funding request for 2013
Projected Expenditures
Total Cost Funded by Requested (Cash & In-kind) Other Sources from TCT (County)
Trail Planning (funded up to 100%) Design Fees Permits Engineering Environmental assessments Travel Other (specify): Trail Planning Sub-total Trail Construction (funded up to 50%) Material Labour Equipment Regulatory/safety signage Signage posts and anchors Bridges & culverts Other (specify):Land Acquisition Trail Building Sub-total:
100000 100000 70000 1000 1000
50000 50000 35000 500 500
50000 50000 35000 500 500
15000 287,000
7500 143,500
7500 143,500
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Material Labour Equipment Bridges & culverts (Hardwood Creek bridge) Regulatory/safety signage Signage posts and anchors Other (specify): Project Manager Trail Infrastructure Sub-total:
150,000
75,000
75,000
1000 1000 15000 167,000
500 500 7500 83,500
500 500 7500 83,500
2000 2000
1000 1000
1000 1000
5000 10000
5000 10000
15000
15000
22000 22000
22000 22000
Project Administration Costs (funded up to 50%) Project Staff salaries Rental of space (short-term) Other (specify): Event opening Project Admin Costs Sub-total: Trail Maintenance Costs (not eligible for TCT funding) Seasonal Annual Long-term Other (specify): Trail Maintenance Sub-total: Trail Administration Costs (not eligible for TCT funding) Trail Administrator salaries Office expenses Rental of space (long-term) Other (specify):Info Signage Administration Sub-total: Total Projected Expenditures
REVENUES Total Revenues TCT trail code 06-0175
493,000
Confirmed or Applied for 275,000
222244,000
In-Kind Contributions
Balance Required 228,000
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- APPENDICES
APPENDIX$A$
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APPENDIX$B$
MAP$OF$PROPOSED$TRAIL$ROUTE$ LIST$OF$BOARD$MEMBERS$OF$APPLYING$TRAIL$ GROUP$OR$ORGANIZATION,$OR$KEY$STAFF$ MEMBERS$OF$MUNICIPALITY$
Frontenac County Council • • • • • • • •
Warden Janet Gutowski - Township of Central Frontenac Deputy Warden Bud Clayton - Township of North Frontenac County Councillor Denis Doyle - Township of Frontenac Islands County Councillor David Jones - Township of Frontenac Islands County Councillor Gary Davison - Township of South Frontenac County Councillor John McDougall - Township of South Frontenac County Councillor John Purdon - Township of Central Frontenac County Councillor John Inglis - Township of North Frontenac
Trails Advisory Committee: • Allan McPhail, Chair • Dennis Doyle, Vice- Chair • John Inglis • Joan Hollywood • Marc Moyes, • Deiter Eberhardt • Derrick Spafford • Gary Davison Staff • • • •
Elizabeth Savill, CAO Anne Marie Young, Manager of Economic Sustainability Kevin Farrell, GIS Specialist Alison Vandervelde, Communications Officer
APPENDIX$C$$
$
LANDOWNER$PERMISSIONS$
$
LIABILITY$INSURANCE$CERTIFICATE$$
$
ENVIRONMENTAL$ASSESSMENT$$
See attached
APPENDIX$D$ See attached
APPENDIX$E$
See attached Environmental Pre-Screening Report
APPENDIX$F$
$
OPTIONAL$SUPPORTING$DOCUMENTS$
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75 Main Street North, Princeton , ON N0J 1V0
Phone: 800-265-4000
Fax: 519-458-4366
CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE This certificate is issued as a matter of information only and confers no rights upon the certificate holder and imposes no liability on the insurer. This certificate does not amend, extend or alter the coverage afforded by the policies below. INSURED’S FULL NAME AND MAILING ADDRESS
BROKER’S FULL NAME AND MAILING ADDRESS
COUNTY OF FRONTENAC 2069 BATTERSEA ROAD GLENBURNIE, ON K0H 1S0
Holway & Hutchinson Insurance Limited 515 Gardiners Road Kingston, ON K7M 3Y2
Supplementary Schedule
COVERAGES
This is to certify that the policies of insurance listed below have been issued to the insured named above for the policy period indicated notwithstanding any requirement, term or condition of any contract or other document with respect to which this certificate may be issued or may pertain. The insurance afforded by the policies described herein is subject to all terms, exclusions and conditions of such policies. LIMITS SHOWN MAY HAVE BEEN REDUCED BY PAID CLAIMS INSURANCE COMPANY LIMITS OF LIABILITY EFFECTIVE DATE EXPIRY DATE TYPE OF INSURANCE (Canadian dollars unless indicated otherwise) AND POLICY NUMBER BODILY INJURY & PROPERTY DAMAGE EACH OCCURRENCE
Subscribing Companies as Identified in
MUNICIPAL GENERAL LIABILITY CLAIMS MADE or
OCCURRENCE
CP99676
January 1, 2013
January 1, 2014
PRODUCTS AND/OR COMPLETED OPERATIONS
PRODUCTS-COMPLETED/OPERATIONS AGG
EMPLOYERS LIABILITY
PERSONAL INJURY
PERSONAL INJURY
MEDICAL PAYMENTS (Any One Person)
TENANTS LEGAL LIABILITY
TENANTS LEGAL LIABILITY
NON-OWNED AUTO
HIRED AUTOMOBILES
INCL INCL
NON-OWNED AUTO
PROFESSIONAL / MALPRACTICE LIABILITY CROSS LIABILITY
$15,000,000
GENERAL AGGREGATE
INCL
PROFESSIONAL / MALPRACTICE LIABILITY
BLANKET CONTRACTUAL
ENVIRONMENTAL LIABILITY
CLAIMS MADE
AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY DESCRIBED AUTOMOBILES ALL OWNED AUTOMOBILES LEASED AUTOMOBILES **
OCCURRENCE
AGGREGATE
LIMIT
AGGREGATE
BODILY INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE COMBINED BODILY INJURY (Per Person) BODILY INJURY (Per Accident)
** ALL AUTOMOBILES LEASED IN EXCESS OF 30 DAYS WHERE THE INSURED IS REQUIRED TO PROVIDE INSURANCE
OTHER
CLAIMS MADE or
PROPERTY DAMAGE
OCCURRENCE LIMIT
AGGREGATE
LIMIT
DEDUCTIBLE
OCCURRENCE
PROPERTY
AGGREGATE
Valuation
PROPERTY “ALL RISKS”
Deductibles EARTHQUAKE
ADDITIONAL INSURED NAME AND MAILING ADDRESS
ALL OTHER FLOOD
DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS / LOCATIONS / AUTOMOBILES / SPECIAL ITEMS WITH RESPECT TO THEIR AGREEMENT WITH THE NAMED INSURED FOR THE OPERATIONS OF THE FRONTENACE K & P TRAIL
TRANS CANADA TRAIL
Supplementary Schedule Interest to Insured
Fax
“With respect to Liability Only”
CERTIFICATE HOLDER - NAME AND MAILING ADDRESS
CANCELLATION
TRANS CANADA TRAIL
Should any of the above described policies be cancelled before the expiration date thereof, the issuing company will endeavour to mail 30 days written notice to the certificate holder named on the left, but failure to mail such notice shall impose no obligation or liability of any kind upon the company, its brokers or representatives.
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FCC - CERTINS (01/2013)
SUPPLEMENTARY SCHEDULE ADDITIONAL INSURED NAME
Back
ITEM DESCRIPTION
Valuation
DEDUCTIBLE
LIMIT OF INSURANCE
MORTGAGEE / LOSS PAYEE AND MAILING ADDRESS
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FCC - CERTINS (01/2013)
Trans Canada Trail Environmental Pre-Screening Report Project Name: Frontenac K&P Trail Project Code: Date: April 16, 2013 Applicant: County of Frontenac Screening question
- Does the project involve physical activities, such as trail construction, maintenance, bridge works, re-surfacing, buildings, signage, parking, or any other works that will alter surface vegetation, soils, or involve physical works in or around water?
Response
x Yes No
- An EA is required under CEAA if: a) a federal authority is the proponent of the project; b) a federal authority makes or authorizes payments or provides any other form of financial assistance; c) the project is carried out on federal land; or d) a federal authority issues a permit or licence or grants an approval.
Yes
X No
Result If No, then no EA is required. Submit this form to the TCT without going any further. If Yes, then go to 2. If Yes, an EA must be carried out. Note that certain projects that fall under CEAA may be excluded. To see if the project is excluded, go to 3. If No, then CEAA may not apply. Go to 4 to see if other legislation is relevant.
Does CEAA apply? 3. If a project meets the requirements of an EA under CEAA, but falls within the CEAA 2007 Exclusion List, then an EA may not be required. Is the project on the excluded list?
- Does the project involve works that may occur in or near (within 30 m) of fish bearing waters or a waterbody that is connected to fish bearing waters?
XYes No
x Yes No
If No, then CEAA applies and a federal EA must be carried out. If Yes, then a federal EA may not be required, however, under a range of different legislation an EA may be required. Go to 4 to see if other legislation requires an EA. If Yes, then CEAA may be triggered under the Federal Fisheries Act go to 5 to see if other legislation is relevant. If No, go to 5.
- Does the project involve any works in or about a stream (includes wetland, lake, shoreline, bog, etc.)? This includes stream crossings, stream diversions, bank works and any works that involve altering vegetation or placing materials, such as rip rap or pilings, into or within 30 m of a stream.
x Yes No
If Yes, then provincial / territorial regulations may also apply and provincial level EA and authorizations may be required go to 6. If No, go to 7.
Screening question
Response
- Is the watercourse navigable by watercraft?
x Yes No
Result If Yes, then CEAA may be triggered under the Navigable Waters Act go to 7 to see if other legislation is relevant. If No, go to 7.
- Does the project location overlap with the identified habitat of any SARA, COSEWIC or listed species on federal land?
Yes
X No
If Yes, then a Species at Risk Act Permit or Agreement may need to be obtained and CEAA may be triggered - go to 8 to see if other legislation is relevant. If No, go to 8.
- Does the project potentially affect other species of interest (or a specie’s habitat) at a provincial / territorial level?
XYes No
If Yes, then provincial / territorial regulations may also apply. Provincial or territorial level EA may need to be carried out and authorizations may need to be obtained from the appropriate agency - go to 9 to see if other legislation is relevant. If No, go to 9.
- Does the project involve the removal of vegetation, including the cutting trees?
x Yes No
If Yes, then the Migratory Birds Convention Act and/or provincial or territorial regulations protecting nesting and/or migratory birds must be complied with - go to 10. If No, go to 10.
- If you answered Yes to question 1, but have not triggered any other EA / permitting / reporting requirements from 2 to 9, then no other EA reporting to the TCT is required. Note that there may be other requirements under federal, provincial, territorial or local government legislation or policies for projects.
Name of Signing Authority
Signature
Date Signed
Submit this pre-screening report to the TCT.
