Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee - 13 Dec 2023 - Agenda

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Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting Wednesday, December 13, 2023 –10:00 a.m. Township of South Frontenac Council Chamber, 4432 George Street, Sydenham, ON https://youtube.com/live/B1vp1ANibI4?feature=share

AGENDA Page 1.

Call to Order We begin this gathering by acknowledging and celebrating these traditional lands as a gathering place of the first peoples and their ancestors who are entrusted to care for mother earth since time immemorial. We do so respecting both the land and the Indigenous People who continue to walk with us through this world. Today, the County is committed to working with Indigenous peoples and all residents to pursue a united path of reconciliation.

Adoption of the Agenda a) That the agenda for the December 13, 2023 meeting of the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee be adopted.

Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof

Adoption of Minutes a) Minutes of Meeting held October 4, 2023

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That the minutes of the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee meeting held October 4, 2023 be adopted. 5.

Deputations and/or Presentations

Briefings

Reports to the Planning Advisory Committee a) Consultant Briefing: Sgt. Byron Newell, of the OPP East Region SAVE Team, will brief the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee regarding safety and bylaw enforcement b)

Consultant Briefing: Mathieu Roy, Trans Canada Trails, will brief the

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Page Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee on Trans Canada Trail designations and relevant funding. 11 - 71

c)

2023-129 K&P Trail – Request to Extend ATV Access on the K&P Trail, Verona to Harrowsmith This report is for informational purposes only. The information provided was requested by the Planning & Economic Development Committee to assist with make a recommendation concerning the request to extend ATV Access on the K&P Trail between Verona and Harrowsmith. [See Reports to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee, clause c)]

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d)

2023-079 K&P Trail Request to Extend ATV Access on the K&P Trail, Verona to Harrowsmith Please Note: This report was deferred from the July 5, 2023 meeting. Recommendation: At the call of the Committee

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e)

2023-128 K&P Trail Request for Access Across the Frontenac K&P Trail at Cole Lake, Part Lot 9, Concession 2, being Part 1 of Registered Plan 13R22990, Geographic Township of Hinchinbrooke, Township of Central Frontenac Recommendation: Resolved That the Planning & Economic Development Committee receive the K&P Trail report – Request for Access Across the Frontenac K&P Trail at Cole Lake; Part Lot 9, Concession 2, being Part 1 of Registered Plan 13R22990, Geographic Township of Hinchinbrooke, Township of Central Frontenac And Further, that in accordance with By-law Number 17-1995, the Council of the County of Frontenac pass a by-law to declare the subject lands surplus for the purpose of granting a right-of-way over lands occupied by the K&P Trail for the purpose of formalizing access to this property. And Further That the Warden and Clerk be authorized to execute Agreements of Purchase and Sale and all other documents required to complete the purchase of the additional identified properties of interest

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Page for the extension of the K&P Trail between Clarendon Station and the boundary with Lanark County in amounts not to exceed the parameters approved by Council 244 - 251

f)

Staff Briefing: Mr. Dmitry Kurylovich, Community Planner, will brief the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee on the Official Plan Amendment Number 25 to the Township of South Frontenac Official Plan. [See Reports to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee, clause g)]

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g)

2023-130 Official Plan Amendment Number 25 to the Township of South Frontenac Official Plan Additional Dwelling Units. Recommendation: Be It Resolved That the County of Frontenac Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee recommends to County Council: That By-Law Number 2023-73 of the Township of South Frontenac, adopting Official Plan Amendment Number 25 to permit, define, and regulate additional dwelling units, be approved; and That the Official Plan of the Township of South Frontenac, as amended, be further amended as per Township By-Law Number 2023-73 in Attachment 1 to Report Number 2023-130, being Official Plan Amendment Number 25 for the regulation of additional dwelling units.

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h)

2023-132 Proposal to Amend County Fee By-Law to Update the Tariff of Fees for Land Use Planning & Fees for Citizen Land Use on County Owned Property Recommendation: Be It Resolved That the County of Frontenac Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee recommends to County Council: That Schedule C of By-Law Number 2023-007 of the County of Frontenac, being a Tariff of Fees for Land Use Planning, be updated in 2024 to reflect the new tariff of fees included as Attachment 1 to Report Number 2023-132; and That Schedule F of By-Law Number 2023-007 of the County of

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Page Frontenac, being Fees for Citizen Land Use on County Owned Property, be updated in 2024 to reflect the updated fees included as Attachment 2 to Report Number 2023-132. 279 - 294

i)

2023-131 Planning and Economic Development Open Farm Days Follow Up Report 2023 This report is for information purposes only.

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Communications a) From Marc Moey’s providing a response on questions raised at PEDAC regarding trail passes.

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b)

From Lucie S. regarding opposition to ATV’s on the K&P Trail between Verona to Harrowsmith

Other Business

Next Meeting a) The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at the Township of South Frontenac Council Chamber.

Adjournment

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Minutes of the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting October 4, 2023 [Note: Minutes are not Verbatim, please refer to full video at https://youtube.com/live/N0JVvTCEyiE?feature=share ] A meeting of the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee was held in the Township of South Frontenac Council Chamber, 4432 George Street, Sydenham, ON, on Wednesday, October 4, 2023, at 10:00 AM Present: Deputy Warden Fran Smith Councillor Fred Fowler Councillor Judy Greenwood-Speers Leona Fleischmann Mike Hage Phil Leonard Jim McIntosh Absent: Warden Ron Vandewal Staff Present: Richard Allen, Manager of Economic Development Sonya Bolton, Manager of Community Planning Brieanna McEathron (Recording Secretary) Debbi Miller, Community Development Officer 1.

Call to Order The Chair called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m. We begin this gathering by acknowledging and celebrating these traditional lands as a gathering place of the first peoples and their ancestors who are entrusted to care for mother earth since time immemorial. We do so respecting both the land and the Indigenous People who continue to walk with us through this world. Today, the County is committed to working with Indigenous peoples and all residents to pursue a united path of reconciliation.

Minutes of Meeting held October 4, 2023

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2.

Public Meeting Reports to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee

Public Meeting Introduction Notice of Collection – Personal information collected as a result of this public meeting is collected under the authority of the Planning Act and will be used to assist in making a decision on these matters. All names, addresses, opinions and comments may be collected and may form part of the minutes which will be available to the public. Questions regarding this collection should be forwarded to Jannette Amini, Manager of Legislative Services/Clerk. The purpose of public meetings is to present planning applications in a public forum as required by The Planning Act. Following presentations by the applicant, the meeting will then be opened to the public for comments and questions. Interested persons are requested to give their name and address for recording in the minutes. Subject to any concerns being raised at the public meeting, staff will be making a recommendation to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee regarding the Official Plan Amendment at the same meeting. The recommendation of the committee will be presented to County Council at their next regular meeting. a)

2023-109 Planning and Economic Development Department Official Plan Amendment – County of Frontenac Official Plan – Communal Services The following is a Public Meeting for the proposed Official Plan Amendment to the County Official Plan.

Deputy Warden Smith explained the purpose of the public meeting. Ms. Brieanna McEathron, Executive Assistant and Recording Clerk, announced that pursuant to the Planning Act, a notice of the statutory public meeting was provided by advertisement in the Frontenac News, 20 days in advance of the public meeting. In addition, the notice was also posted on the County of Frontenac’s website at the following link: Public Meeting Notice for Official Plan Amendment Number 3. Deputy Warden Smith reviewed the procedure for the public meeting and read the rights and obligations given to the Committee members and members of the public during public meetings. Ms. Sonya Bolton, Manager of Community Planning provided an overview of the proposed Official Plan Amendment, a copy of which was attached to the agenda. Deputy Warden Smith asked that any person who wishes to receive notice of the passing of the proposed application for Official Plan Amendment, should give their full name, address and postal code to the Clerk prior to leaving the meeting. Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes October 4, 2023

Minutes of Meeting held October 4, 2023

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Deputy Warden Smith provided members of the public with an opportunity to provide comment. It was asked if communal services can be provided to developments that are already in place. Ms. Sonya Bolton answered that new development will need to pay for its system itself as for development that is already in place the municipality and landowners would need to discuss financial responsibility. It was asked if the developer would be responsible for the cost of the system or if it would be the Municipal Service Corporation. Ms. Bolton noted that the developer would need to have onus of this system for a period of time. Jessica Singer, resident of South Frontenac noted that the MSC should only allow for the developers to use one system to allow for the utility to properly maintain the system as this will be more financially feasible for the residents of each township. Having multiple systems with different costs and different systems allows for more cost to the residents. John Williams, Chair of Cataraqui Source Protection Committee noted that developers should be responsible for the Service Water systems and studies rather than the community. Ms. Bolton noted that the cost will be born by the developers. 3.

Adoption of the Agenda

Moved By: Seconded By:

Mr. Leonard Councillor Greenwood-Speers

That the agenda for the October 4, 2023 meeting of the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee be adopted. Carried 4.

Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof

There were none. 5.

Adoption of Minutes a)

Minutes of Meeting held August 16, 2023

Moved By: Seconded By:

Mr. Hage Mr. McIntosh

That the minutes of the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee meeting held August 16, 2023 be adopted. Carried Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes October 4, 2023

Minutes of Meeting held October 4, 2023

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6.

Deputations and/or Presentations

Briefings

Reports to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee a)

2023-109 Planning and Economic Development Department Official Plan Amendment – County of Frontenac Official Plan – Communal Services Moved By: Councillor Fowler Seconded By: Ms. Fleischmann Be It Resolved That the County of Frontenac Planning Advisory Committee recommends to County Council: That the draft by-law, included as Attachment 1 to Report Number 2023-109, adopting Official Plan Amendment Number 3 to the County of Frontenac Official Plan, to recognize the use of communal water and wastewater services for new development across Frontenac County, be approved; and, That the Official Plan of the County of Frontenac, as amended, be further amended as per the draft by-law in Attachment 1 to Report Number 2023-109, being Official Plan Amendment Number 3 for the County of Frontenac Official Plan. Carried Staff Briefing: Ms. Sonya Bolton, Manager of Community Planning, and Richard Allen, Manager of Economic Development, provided the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee with respect to the 20242028 Planning and Economic Development Departments Business Plan. [See Reports to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee, clause c)] It was asked how the Community Development Reserve will be replenished. Mr. Richard Allen noted that within the budget there is an annual commitment to replenish this reserve. It was asked if the intention of adding the new Community Development Officer position is to keep all of the projects inhouse. Mr. Allen noted that it is the Economic Development departments intention to keep all of the projects within their department to be better able to manage current and future projects while also including outside consultation to further reach the community.

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Minutes of Meeting held October 4, 2023

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It was asked if there is a tangible KPI that will show the progress or success of Open Farms. Mr. Allen noted that every year the event looks different so, they are working to develop KPIs to have a better understanding of the success of Open Farms. 2023-099 Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee Planning and Economic Development 2024 – 2028 Business Plan Moved By: Ms. Fleischmann Seconded By: Mr. McIntosh b)

That the County of Frontenac Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee recommend to County Council the approval of the Planning and Economic Development 2024 – 2028 Business Plan; and And Further That the Director of Planning and Economic Development provide an overview to County Council as part of the 2024 budget deliberations as well as the Councils of the three municipalities which the department provides planning services. Carried 8.

Communications a)

From the Verona District ATV Club regarding Trail Passes

Councillor Fowler asked who will be allowed to use the trail if we go ahead with trail passes. Mr. Allen noted that this discussion will come back to the Committee but, the extension of the ATVs on the KP Trail South of Verona to Harrowsmith section of the trail will come back to the committee before this issue is discussed. Mr. McIntosh noted that the ATV Club Trail passes should be a discussion that goes along with access on the KP Trail South of Verona to Harrowsmith. b)

From Richard Allen regarding updates on ATV Access - KP Trail South of Verona to Harrowsmith [Distributed to Members of the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee October 3, 2023] Other Business

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Minutes of Meeting held October 4, 2023

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10.

Next Meeting

The next meeting of the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee is scheduled for Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at 10 a.m. in the Township of South Frontenac Council Chamber. Moved By: Deputy Warden Smith Seconded By: Councillor Greenwood-Speers That the County of Frontenac Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee meeting that is scheduled for Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at 10 a.m. in the Township of South Frontenac Council Chambers be moved to December 13, 2023. Carried 11.

Adjournment

Moved By: Seconded By:

Deputy Warden Smith Councillor Greenwood-Speers

That the meeting here adjourn at 11:31 a.m. Carried

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Report 2023-129 Committee Recommend Report To:

Members of the Planning & Economic Development Committee

From:

Richard Allen, Manager of Economic Development

Prepared by:

Richard Allen, Manager of Economic Development

Date of meeting:

December 13, 2023

Re:

K&P Trail – Supplementary Information regarding the request to Extend ATV Access on the K&P Trail, Verona to Harrowsmith

Recommendation This report is for informational purposes only. The information provided was requested by the Planning & Economic Development Committee to assist with making a recommendation concerning the request to extend ATV Access on the K&P Trail between Verona and Harrowsmith. Background Since 2007, Frontenac County has pursued the development of the Frontenac K&P Trail and the promotion of other trails as a primary strategy of economic development. In recent years, the Frontenac K&P Trail has represented significant infrastructure connections, it has been promoted more widely, and since 2020 it has seen an overall increase of activity by all use modes. The development of a trails-based economy includes consideration for both local communities and the benefit of visitors to the region. The Frontenac K&P Trail has become a loved and well used asset of the local community, and it has also become an attraction for visitors, something that operators in the tourism industry and other businesses can use to entice tourists to stay longer in the area. In 2016, County Council authorized the purchase, demolition and remediation of the former gas station located at 6503 Road 38 at the corner of Road 38 and Bellrock Road, now known as the Verona Trailhead. This property is directly adjacent to the Frontenac

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K&P Trail and is large enough to accommodate parking for numerous vehicles, trailers and other accessories for individuals and groups wishing to make use of the K&P Trail. The purchase and remediation of this site represents an investment to date of $349,833.13. In March of 2020, County Council received a petition from the Verona District ATV Club with approximately 500 names, requesting that ATV access to the K&P Trail be extended south to the Verona Trailhead at Bellrock Road. In response, County Council approved a pilot project for ATV access to be extended south through the village of Verona to Bellrock Road, where the popular Verona Trailhead access point and parking is located. That pilot project continues on a temporary basis until further information is available on the anticipated housing development in Verona, with consultation between the County and the Township of South Frontenac. Detailed background information on this decision can be found in Report 2021-028. At its regular meeting on April 19, 2023, County Council received a delegation from the Verona District ATV Club requesting expanded access to the K&P Trail an additional 9km south of Verona to the village of Harrowsmith. At its regular meeting on May 17, 2023, County Council provided direction to staff for this request to be investigated, to solicit input from the community, and for a report to be presented to the Planning and Economic Development Committee. On July 5, 2023 the Planning and Economic Development Committee hosted a public meeting on the scheduled date at the Verona Lions Hall and reviewed information provided by staff to the committee in Report 2023-079. The comments and presentations from the public are available for viewing on the County’s YouTube Channel. After some discussion, the report and subsequent recommendation to Council was deferred: Moved By: Mr. Leonard Seconded By: Councillor Fowler That the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee defer the decision to extend the ATV use on the K&P Trail South of Verona to Harrowsmith until the committee receives more information from the Manager of Economic Development on the safety, liability, bylaw enforcement, comparable and additional use data. This report provides the requested information concerning safety, liability, bylaw enforcement, comparable and additional use data and is intended to support the committee in making a recommendation to Council concerning this request.

Information Report to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee K&P Trail – Supplementary Information regarding the request to Extend ATV Access on the K&P Trail, Verona to Harrowsmith December 13, 2023 Page 2 of 15

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Comment This report follows up on requests from the committee for more information regarding the following topics related to trail use:

1. Safety

2. Bylaw Enforcement

3. Liability

4. Status of the Verona ATV Access Pilot

5. Additional Trail Use Data

6. Information about comparable trails These requests were made to assist with making a recommendation to Frontenac County Council about extending ATV access south from Verona to Harrowsmith, as requested by the Verona District ATV Club. Staff have consulted with the Ontario Provincial Police, The Ontario Trails Council, the Ministry of Transportation, and representatives from comparable trails in Ontario and across Canada. For a complete overview of K&P Trail management practices, please refer to the K&P Trail Management Plan.

7. Safety Ontario Road Safety Annual Report The Ontario Road Safety Annual Report (OSAR) 2020 provides the following information about injuries or deaths to the drivers and passengers of off-road vehicles in all of Ontario from 2016-2020. Reports for 2021 or later have not yet been released. Table 1 below shows combined statistics for drivers and passengers compiled from section 6D of the report. Deaths Location

Injuries

2016

2017

2018

2019

2020

2016

2017

2018

2019

2020

On-Highway

15

9

11

10

13

138

159

171

154

200

Off Highway

16

14

8

16

19

197

170

196

200

273

Total

31

23

19

26

32

335

329

367

354

473

Information Report to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee K&P Trail – Supplementary Information regarding the request to Extend ATV Access on the K&P Trail, Verona to Harrowsmith December 13, 2023 Page 3 of 15

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The following table shares a selection of dominant factors relevant to all Off-Road Vehicle Collisions throughout Ontario in 2020. These statistics indicate that age, use of safety equipment, and use of alcohol can all play a role in ORV and ATV safety. Factor

% of Collisions

Drivers under 25 years of age

36%

Alcohol Used

18%

Speeding

14%

Helmet not Worn

32%

Daytime

73%

The committee expressed concerns around safety when ATV’s and other trail users interact. Unfortunately, the OSAR does not provide information concerning interaction between other types of transportation (such as pedestrian or bicycle) and ATV or ORV. Consultation with other trail operators in Ontario and across Canada has not revealed any knowledge of this type of incident occurring in recent years, in fact collisions between ORV’s were also virtually unheard of during the consultation process. The ORSAR also reports that over the 2016-2020 time period the number of registered Off-Road vehicles in Ontario increased from 462,636 to 559,763 a total increase of 97,127 or 20%. This information aligns with the overall increase in outdoor recreational activity experienced throughout Frontenac County and the Province of Ontario. K&P Trail Management Plan The K&P Trail Management Plan addresses how the County works to ensure safety on the K&P Trail, primarily from an infrastructure management standpoint. The trail has a posted limit of 50 km/h in rural and open areas, while areas where the trail travels in proximity to villages and private residences are posted as community safety zones with lower speed limits of 20 km/h. The plan also outlines maintenance standards, inspection procedures, risk management strategies and a code of conduct for trail users. 2. Bylaw Enforcement By-Law No. 2022-0033, known as the Trails By-law, was approved by County Council at its regular meeting on September 21, 2022, and is the regulatory framework to effectively govern the use of the Frontenac K&P Trail. Information Report to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee K&P Trail – Supplementary Information regarding the request to Extend ATV Access on the K&P Trail, Verona to Harrowsmith December 13, 2023 Page 4 of 15

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Permitted activities on the Frontenac K&P Trail include standard activities such as walking, running, cycling, and horseback riding, as well as more specialized activities like cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and dog sledding. Motorized vehicles, including Off-Road Vehicles, Motorized Snow Vehicles, and Electric Bicycles, are permitted in some locations, provided they adhere to specified rules and regulations outlined in the by-law. To maintain the integrity and safety of the trail, the bylaw establishes clear guidelines for the operation of motorized vehicles. Speed limits are set at a maximum of 50 kilometers per hour, with reduced limits of 20 kilometers per hour in designated areas such as towns, villages, or hamlets identified as Community Safety Zones. Prohibited activities are explicitly outlined in the by-law to prevent any harm to the environment or disruption to the trail experience. These include acts such as tampering with or removing signage, disobeying posted signage, camping, hunting, operating a dirt bike or motorcycle on the trail, and engaging in vandalism. The by-law also prohibits the depositing of debris or refuse on the trail, ensuring the preservation of its natural features. The access to the Frontenac K&P Trail is time-restricted, allowing usage between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. from April 1 to November 30, and between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. from December 1 to March 30. This temporal restriction is in place to balance public access with the need for maintenance and consideration of extreme weather conditions. For example, in the winter, snow grooming activities typically take place at night. In the event of a contravention of the by-law, penalties are specified, including fines and potential court orders. An administrative penalty process has been introduced to efficiently address breaches, providing a structured approach to handling violations. By providing a detailed and comprehensive framework, the Trails By-law aims to preserve the Frontenac K&P Trail as a valuable recreational asset while ensuring the safety and enjoyment of all users. Prior to any significant bylaw enforcement effort, the County must engage in a communications and education campaign to let the trails community know about the bylaw and that there are consequences for individuals who contravene it. Such as campaign has not yet been conducted. The OPP East Region SAVE Team patrols the K&P Trail from time to time checking vehicles for registration and insurance and can issue tickets under the Off-Road Vehicles Act, R.S.O. 1990. (Note: An officer from the OPP East Region SAVE team is scheduled to provide a briefing to the Planning & Economic Development Committee at its regular meeting scheduled for December 13, 2023.)

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3. Liability Occupiers Liability Act Section 3.1 of the Frontenac K&P Trail Management Plan (2021) outlines the Occupiers Liability Act and the Duty of Care assumed by Frontenac County for operating a recreational trail. In summary, the duty of care is reduced if the person who enters the premises is deemed to have willingly assumed all risks where the entry is for the purpose of a recreational activity. However, the County still owes a duty to the person to not create a danger with the deliberate intent of doing harm or damage to the person or his or her property and to not act with reckless disregard. Section 3.2 of the Management Plan describes the polices and activities undertaken by the county to both inform the user of the risks being taken and to ensure that processes are in place to ensure the County does not act with reckless disregard. The delivery of inspections and maintenance processes as described in the Management Plan are key activities set in place to manage the County’s potential liabilities related to behaviour on the K&P Trail. ATV Club Insurance Benefit Partnership with the Verona District ATV Club (VDATV) and their umbrella organization the Ontario Federation of All Terrain Vehicle Clubs (OFATV) provides the benefit of additional liability insurance coverage on areas of the K&P Trail that have been specified in the partnership agreement. The County requires that VDATV and OFATV to maintain a liability insurance policy or policies satisfactory to the County in the minimum amount of ten million dollars ($10,000,000). Such policies of insurance are to name the County as additional insureds and specify that it is primary coverage and not contributory with or in excess of any insurance maintained by the County. A certified copy of such policy or a satisfactory certificate in lieu thereof is delivered to the County upon the renewal of the partnership agreement each year. The current certificate from the ATV club provides up to fifteen million dollars ($15,000,000) of coverage on the K&P Trail from Bellrock Road in Verona to Clarendon Station. 4. Status of Verona ATV Access Pilot In March of 2020, County Council received a petition from the Verona District ATV Club with approximately 500 names, requesting that ATV access to the K&P Trail be extended south to the Verona Trailhead at Bellrock Road. In response, County Council approved a pilot project for ATV access to be extended south through the village of Verona to Bellrock Road, where the popular Verona Trailhead access point and parking is located. That pilot project continues on a temporary basis until further information is available on the anticipated housing development in Verona, with consultation between the County and the Township of South Frontenac. Detailed background information on this decision can be found in Report 2021-028. Information Report to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee K&P Trail – Supplementary Information regarding the request to Extend ATV Access on the K&P Trail, Verona to Harrowsmith December 13, 2023 Page 6 of 15

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The Verona Housing Master Plan was received and approved by the Township of South Frontenac on February 15, 2022 at their regular meeting. Pages 18 and19 describe how landscaping and physical distance can be used to provide separation from the motorized recreational vehicles using the trail. Any landscaping should consider a balance between visual screening and safety of trail users by including both low level vegetation and canopy trees. The report also recommends that the Township should also consider the preparation of a Noise Study as part of the development of the lands, to assess motorized vehicular noise and to recommend any mitigation measures as part of the building and/or site design. Comments in the staff report from the Township Office of the Chief Administrative Officer also states that “The Master Plan acknowledges the diverse users of the K&P Trail and the potential for conflicts or safety issues should an influx of new residents including a high proportion of seniors begin accessing the trail in a location frequented by snowmobiles, ATVs and cyclists. For this reason, splitting and realignment of the trail with the inclusion of dedicated pathways for motorized recreational vehicles have been recommended. Exact configurations would be subject to detailed site plan and engineering review prior to construction.” The study and staff report indicate that motorized trail use is likely to continue through Verona and its potential conflict with new housing development have the potential to be addressed through design and alternative alignments. Supporting the decision to allow motorized access from the Trailhead at Bellrock Road and through Verona is mobile data from Trans Canada Trail, which indicates that 34.4% of all trail access between Verona and Sharbot Lake began at the Verona Trailhead location in 2023. This popularity is apparent to the casual observer, especially during the weekend where capacity of the lot is often more than half full. 5. Additional Use Data Physical Counter Data Since 2021, Frontenac County has employed a set of physical counters along the trail to gain estimates of trail access by pedestrians, cyclists and motorized users. There are 10 counters in place between Orser Road and Clarendon Station, with 2 counters located between Verona and Harrowsmith Attached in Appendix 1 is 2022 and 2023 summary count data for the whole network and a report for each of the 10 counters, showing average use, distribution between user groups, overall use each month and granular use information such as day of week and time of day users are counted. These reports demonstrate the summer months only, as winter motorized use is permitted throughout the entire Frontenac K&P Trail. Table 3 below shows a summary of the total count activity on the K&P Trail in 2022. A ranking column has been included to demonstrate which sites see the most overall counts. Information Report to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee K&P Trail – Supplementary Information regarding the request to Extend ATV Access on the K&P Trail, Verona to Harrowsmith December 13, 2023 Page 7 of 15

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Table 3: Use and Distribution at counter locations on the K&P Trail May – September 2023 Counter Location

Total Counts

Pedestrian

Cyclist

Motorized

5,700 11,486 5,939 6,103 6,678 12,543 7,398 5,677 13,002 14,843

1523 (27%) 3645 (32%) 908 (15%) 1011 (17%) 1248 (19%) 6582 (52%) 3468 (47%) 2494 (44%) 5060 (39%) 8051 (54%)

3265 (57%) 3696 (32%) 2540 (43%) 2454 (40%) 3775 (57%) 4969 (40%) 3919 (53%) 3064 (54%) 7490 (58%) 5326 (36%)

912 (16%) 4145 (36%) 2491 (42%) 2638 (43%) 1655 (25%) 992 (8%) 0 (0%) 119 (2%) 452 (3%) 1466 (10%)

Clarendon Station Sharbot Lake North Sharbot Lake South Tichborne Hinchinbrooke Station Verona North Verona South Harrowsmith North Harrowsmith South Orser Road

K&P Trail use is approximately 23% lower in the section proposed for ATV extension than the areas located south of Harrowsmith and the Cataraqui Trail. However, the proposed section is approximately 25% busier more remote areas such as Tichborne, or south of Sharbot Lake and with new residential development taking place in the Hartington area it can be expected that more citizens will be on the trail. The chart also shows that while motorized use has a strong presence in the northern areas, there is still a large presence of cyclists and pedestrians throughout the K&P Trail, regardless of whether motorized use is present or not. Table 2 shows the daily average use for each counter location and identifies the peak count day for each location in 2022. Table 4: Average count data at various counter locations on the K&P Trail in 2022 Counter Location

Daily Average

Weekday Average

Weekend Average

Peak Count

Peak Day

Clarendon Station Sharbot Lake North Sharbot Lake South Tichborne Hinchinbrooke Station Verona North Verona South Harrowsmith North Harrowsmith South Orser Road

37 75 39 40 44 82 48 37 85 97

24 60 29 26 28 67 41 33 74 83

72 113 63 76 83 121 66 48 114 133

189 260 128 142 162 211 124 142 355 210

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Mobile Data In November of 2023, Trans Canada Trail began to provide its partners with anonymous, aggregate mobile data information about trail use, including access points, average speed, location of origin, number of unique visitors, and average time on trail. It is not possible to identify specific individuals with this data, but the aggregated information provides useful information for understanding how the K&P Trail is used and by whom. Table 5: Mobile Trail Use Data, K&P Trail (May – September 2023) Metrics

Harrowsmith to Verona (9 km)

Verona to Sharbot Lake (35 km)

Total Trail Visitors

16,658

45,299

Unique Visitors

11,298

24,905

Average Time on Trail in minutes

22

23

Tourists

9%

25% **

Travelled over 100 km

5%

17%

** A Tourist is defined as someone who travelled over 40 km to get to a destination. In this case, it would be important to note that visitors to the northern section of the trail from Kingston would be considered tourists, but those visiting the southern section of the trail would not be.

Table 5 is information from this service comparing trail visits between the multi-use section north of Verona to the section of trail requested for ATV access, between Verona and Harrowsmith. The data received from Trans Canada Trail features the summer season only, from May 1 to October 1 of 2023. This information is useful in addition to trail counter information above because it can provide information about unique number of visitors to the trail – someone may be counted anywhere from 2 – 10 times by the physical counters on a single trail excursion. The mobile data can also provide information about how long a visitor to the trail spends while there and the distance travelled from a visitors home to access the trail. Mobile data also provides information about the average speed of visitors while on the trail. Chart 6 shows the average trails speeds from users, in a section that currently permits ATV use, Verona to Sharbot Lake and the section proposed for extending ATV use Harrowsmith to Verona.

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6. Trans Canada Trail Report 2023-079 includes comments from Trans Canada Trail and discusses potential financial and partnership consequences for changing the permitted uses. Comments are expected from Trans Canada Trail prior to December 13, and will be shared with the committee once received. 7. Comparable Trails Newfoundland T’Railway The Newfoundland T’Railway is a provincial park consisting of a multi-use recreational trail travelling 883 kilometres from St. John’s to Port aux Basques using the former Canadian National Railway line and forms the route of the Trans Canada Trail across the island of Newfoundland. The T’Railway permits motorized recreational vehicles such as ATV, Side-by-Side, UTV and Dual-Sport motorcycles. County staff spoke with Rick Noseworthy, the president of T”Railway council, who was hard pressed to identify any collisions between ATV’s and other trail users in the past 20 years, including reported collisions between ATV’s. Mr. Noseworthy indicated there are no reports or analysis to consider regarding this, however there are challenges with ATV safety on the roadways where it is permitted, often with young, untrained, unlicensed users or, occasionally, with alcohol.

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The T’Railway is currently exploring the idea of implementing a permit program for quads and side by sides to ensure that the condition of the trail is suitable for all of their identified users. Rum Runners- South Shore, Nova Scotia The Rum Runners Trail is a 119 km multi-use trail connecting two of Nova Scotia’s most visited destinations- Halifax and Lunenburg. The Trail is on a developed Rail Trail that is broken into 7 trail segments which are managed at the local level by volunteer trail organizations. The trail is primarily promoted as a 3–4-day hiking trail or a 1-3 day cycling route, however, ATVs are also permitted to use the trail and speeds are limited to 20 km/h for all users (including cyclists.) In 2016 an economic impact study was commissioned. Spending reported by trail users is highest for out-of-province cyclists ($780 per person visit), accounting for 71% of the $4.2 million in trail-related spending. About $409,000 is spent within 20 minutes of the trail generating benefits to local businesses. The annual economic impacts of trailrelated spending include $3.9 million in added value (gross domestic product), of which $2.2 million is wages and salaries for about 68 full-time equivalent jobs in Nova Scotia. The total taxes generated to the federal government is about $361,000, $445,000 to the province, and $44,000 to municipal governments (excluding corporate taxes and property taxes). Prince Edward Island - Confederation Trail The Confederation Trail runs tip-to-tip across Prince Edward Island and has been built on the decommissioned railway line, the main trail is also part of the Trans Canada Trail and travels 273 kilometres from west to east - Tignish to Elmira. Branch trails run through small towns and communities including the heart of Charlottetown creating a total network of over 400 kilometres. ATV’s are not permitted on the Confederation Trail but the provincial government of Prince Edward Island is currently consulting as to whether some parts of the Confederation Trail should be opened to ATV use. New Brunswick - Véloroute Pénisule Acadienne The Véloroute de la Péninsule Acadienne (VPA) is a 310-kilometer bike path using former railway lines that connects 7 municipalities and one rural district on the Acadian Peninsula. It offers a unique experience with its coastal scenery and the legendary hospitality of the Acadians. The VPA is a unifying project and a driving force for sustainable economic development that focuses on cycling tourism while improving the health and well-being of the population and protecting the environment. The VPA consists of over 310 kilometers of paved bike paths or trails, but also includes 240 kilometers of roads (mainly on the shoulder) and 70 kilometers of off-road trails. ATV’s are not permitted on the VPA.

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Quebec - Le P’tit Train du Nord The P’tit Train du Nord was originally a railway line built between 1891 and 1909 that linked Saint-Jérôme and Mont-Laurier. The railway played a key role in the development of the region and over the years, thousands of tourists got on board “Le P’tit Train du Nord” to travel to the many resorts in the Laurentians . On November 15, 1981, “Le P’tit Train du Nord” made its last passenger trip. Fifteen years later, in 1996, the Parc Linéaire du P’tit Train du Nord was inaugurated and is now a 234 km linear park that runs through the Laurentians region from north to south and is reserved for cycling and hiking in the summer months. The P’tit Train du Nord is estimated to have $30 Million in annual economic impact, and is considered to be a signature cycling destination in Canada. Alberta - Iron Horse Trail The Iron Horse Trail is a very attractive part of the local landscape of North-Eastern Alberta. It has existed in its relatively natural state since approximately 1920. The 176km trail is Alberta’s longest completed section of the Trans Canada Trail and follows an abandoned railroad right-of-way, connecting many small communities and several large towns. Some of the communities survive in name only, with the trail providing the last tangible evidence of these places. The trail supports a wide variety of users including cycling, hiking, horseback riding, ATV and snowmobiling. Alberta’s Iron Horse Trail is an anchor attraction in northeast Alberta and a winner of the coveted Travel Alberta ALTO award and numerous other awards. It connects to a number of ecological settings, there are 18 wooden trestles along the trail, two original CN stations and one wooden water tower on its original site. Ontario - Ottawa Valley Recreational Trail / Algonquin Trail The Ottawa Valley Recreational Trail is an ambitious, multi-year project to repurpose a section of the former Canadian Pacific Railway line running 296 kilometres from Smiths Falls to Mattawa. The railway line rehabilitation project involved partnerships between Lanark County, the County of Renfrew, and the Township of Papineau-Cameron. The trail is a 5-meter-wide gravel trail for cycling, walking, and ATV. ATV’s are required to have permits issued from the local OFATV clubs to use the trail. This trail connects to the K&P Trail in Renfrew, and together with the Cataraqui Trail forms a 350-kilometre loop for cycling and hiking. Ontario - Bruce County Rail Trail The Bruce County Rail Trail extends from Port Elgin to Bruce Power and from Port Elgin through the towns of Paisley, Walkerton and Mildmay to the Huron-Bruce line. This 80km trail permits hiking, cycling, equestrian, ATV and Dual Sport Bikes. ATV’s must have a permit (or membership with) the Huron Shores ATV Club and Dual Sport Bikes require a permit from the Ontario Federation of Trail Riders.

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Ontario - Millenium Trail The Millenium Trail is a 46-kilometre multi use trail along an abandoned Canadian National Railway right-of-way in Prince Edward County. It was purchased by Prince Edward County in 1997 and accommodates walkers, cyclists, runners, horse riding and ATVs during the summer season. Ontario - K&P Trail North of Verona The County of Frontenac already operates a 55-kilometre stretch of the K&P Trail which permits ATVs between Verona and Clarendon Station. The trail counters provide information about how much use this section of the K&P Trail gets, and in many places is there are an equal or greater number of cyclists using the trail when compared to the section between Verona & Harrowsmith. When reviewing Table 3, similar numbers of cyclists have been counted between non-motorized and summer motorized sections of the K&P Trail. Hinchinbrooke Station, Sharbot Lake North and Clarendon all have similar volumes of cyclists to Verona South and Harrowsmith North while also sharing the Trail with varying degrees of ATV use. As of November 2023, the County has not received reports of collisions between motorized users with cyclists or pedestrians in these locations. 8. Alternative Options The committee is currently considering the request from the Verona District ATV Club to extend ATV access from Verona to Harrowsmith. Report 2023-079 outlines comments from partners such as South Frontenac Township and Cataraqui Conservation regarding the capacity of Harrowsmith to support increased demand for parking or conflict arising on the Cataraqui Trail, which does not permit motorized use. At the public meeting regarding this matter, residents of Harrowsmith spoke against the proposed expansion along with members of the Friends of the Cataraqui Trail. Also at that meeting, members of the Planning and Economic Development Committee mentioned that consideration for the Cataraqui Trail and concerns from residents of Harrowsmith will need to be taken into account should the committee endorse the proposal for extension from the Verona District ATV Club. Considering the strong division in public feedback, the committee has requested this information in addition to the information provided in Report 2023-079 in support of making an informed recommendation to Council. The committee may recommend to County Council that the request for ATV access to Harrowsmith be denied, that it be granted, or that the request be partially granted, or that it be granted with conditions. Appendix 1 for Report 2023-079 included a map of the K&P Trail and the road network between Harrowsmith and Verona. The Verona District ATV Club has requested access to approximately 9 kilometres of trail however, the committee may wish to consider alternate scenarios. For example, if the committee wishes to proceed with recommending access, the K&P Trail intersects with several roads between Verona and Harrowsmith where access could be granted, such as Boyce Road, Petworth Road, Graham Road, Colebrook Road and Wilton Road. Information Report to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee K&P Trail – Supplementary Information regarding the request to Extend ATV Access on the K&P Trail, Verona to Harrowsmith December 13, 2023 Page 13 of 15

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The hamlet of Hartington is also located between Harrowsmith and Verona, and hosts amenities such as a gas station, food truck, library and parking. Access to the K&P Trail from Hartington would also provide riders of ATV’s a way to reach Verona from other South Frontenac communities without the use of Road 38, a busy road with high speeds and volumes of traffic. Financial Implications If the request to extend ATV access on the K&P Trail between Verona and Harrowsmith is granted, there would be costs for implementation as well as ongoing costs associated with increased maintenance. Implementation Costs (Estimates): •

$3,000-$4,000 - Signs for speed, community safety zones, as well as directional signs indicated where motorized uses are/are not permitted. Changes to existing wayfinding signs and digital maps outlining the new permitted uses would be required as well.

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$5,000-$10,000 – Installation of gates and other structures to prevent access to the Cataraqui Trail and/or Centennial Park.

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$15,000-$25,000 – Expansion of parking area at Harrowsmith Trailhead.

Ongoing costs to be added to the annual maintenance budget (Estimates): •

$9,000 of additional dust suppression for 9 kilometres at $1,000/km

•

$6,000-9,000 for grading every 2-3 years. (Current schedule is every 3-5 years)

In addition to the costs above, there is the risk of losing funding support from Trans Canada Trail for current projects ($60,000 for Elbow Creek Bridge) and the risk of losing the Trans Canada Trail as a partner on future initiatives. Strategic Priority Implications Priority 1: Develop a Regional Approach to Overcome Infrastructure Issues and Maximize Infrastructure Development Opportunities Organizations, Departments and Individuals Consulted and/or Affected South Frontenac Township Cataraqui Conservation Authority Verona District ATV Club OPP East Region SAVE Team Trans Canada Trail Information Report to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee K&P Trail – Supplementary Information regarding the request to Extend ATV Access on the K&P Trail, Verona to Harrowsmith December 13, 2023 Page 14 of 15

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Ontario Trails Council Canadian Trails Federation Ontario Ministry of Transportation

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K&P Trail: May - September 2022

Richard Allen 2023/11/27

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Summer Snapshot - Full Trail County of Frontenac May 1, 2022 → September 30, 2022

Total Use

Daily Average Use

Heat Map

Total

Daily Average

Total

95,589

625

4,675

17,368

Peak Day Peak Day

1,531

Saturday Jul 2, 2022

Users ​25% 25% ​34% 34%

󰀃 Pedestrian 󰀀 Cyclist 󰀄 Car

​41% 41% Map data ©2023 Leaflet Google

Hourly Profile

Daily Average Use 25k 20k

60

Counts

Hourly Average

80

40 20

15k 10k 5k

0

0 0

1

2

3

4

5

6

󰀃 Pedestrian 󰀄 Car

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Tue

󰀃 Pedestrian 󰀄 Car

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Summer Snapshot - Full Trail County of Frontenac May 1, 2022 → September 30, 2022

Monthly traffic 12.5k

Counts

10k 7.5k 5k 2.5k 0 May ‘22

Jun ‘22

Jul ‘22 󰀃 Pedestrian

󰀀 Cyclist

Aug ‘22

Sept ‘22

󰀄 Car

Key Figures Summary Total



Site

Daily Average

Average week days

Average weekend traffic

Peak Day

Peak Count

Orser Road

17,368

114

99

150

Sun Jul 3, 2022

237

Harrowsmith South

14,104

92

78

128

Wed Aug 24, 2022

481

Verona - Prince Charles

13,583

89

80

110

Mon Jun 13, 2022

233

SLake-NORTH

11,996

78

63

118

Tue Jul 12, 2022

229

Hinchinbrooke Station

7,356

48

37

76

Wed Aug 31, 2022

312

Verona South

7,316

48

40

67

Sun May 29, 2022

160

Harrowsmith North

7,131

47

41

62

Sun May 1, 2022

115

SLake-South

6,737

44

33

73

Sat Jul 2, 2022

154

Tichborne

5,323

35

24

63

Tue May 31, 2022

132

Clarendon

4,675

31

20

57

Sat Jul 2, 2022

183

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Orser Road County of Frontenac May 1, 2022 → September 30, 2022

Total Use

Average Use Total

Daily Average

17,368

114

Average Use (2021)

Peak Day (2022)

Daily Average

114

Counter Location

Peak Day

237

Sunday Jul 3, 2022

Distribution - Year to Date ​1 9% 19%

​43% 43%

󰀃 Orser Road Pedestrian 󰀀 Orser Road Cyclist 󰀄 Orser Road Motorized

​37% 37% Map data Leaflet ©2023

Monthly Use 2000 1750 1500

Counts

1250 1000 750 500 250 0 May ‘22

Jun ‘22 󰀃 Orser Road Pedestrian

Jul ‘22 󰀀 Orser Road Cyclist

Aug ‘22

Sept ‘22

󰀄 Orser Road Motorized

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Average Use: Day of the Week

Average Use: Time of Day 15

150

Hourly Average

Daily Average

200

100 50 0

10

5

0 Mon

Tue

Wed

󰀃 Orser Road Pedestrian 󰀄 Orser Road Motorized

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

󰀀 Orser Road Cyclist

0

1

2

3 4

5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

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Total Use

Average Use Total

Daily Average

14,104

92

Average Use (2021)

Peak Day (2022)

Daily Average

92

Counter Location

Peak Day

Wednesday Aug 24, 2022

481

Distribution - Year to Date ​9 % 9%

​38% 38% 󰀃 Harrowsmith South Pedestrian 󰀀 Harrowsmith South Cyclist 󰀄 Harrowsmith South Motorized

​53% 53% Map data Leaflet ©2023

Monthly Use 2000 1750 1500

Counts

1250 1000 750 500 250 0 May ‘22

Jun ‘22 󰀃 Harrowsmith South Pedestrian

Jul ‘22 󰀀 Harrowsmith South Cyclist

Aug ‘22

Sept ‘22

󰀄 Harrowsmith South Motorized

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Average Use: Day of the Week

Average Use: Time of Day 15

150

Hourly Average

Daily Average

200

100 50 0

10

5

0 Mon

Tue

Wed

󰀃 Harrowsmith South Ped… 󰀄 Harrowsmith South Mot…

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

󰀀 Harrowsmith South Cyc…

0

1

2

3 4

5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

󰀃 Harrowsmith South Ped… 󰀄 Harrowsmith South Mot…

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Total Use

Average Use Total

Daily Average

7,131

47

Average Use (2021)

Peak Day (2022)

Daily Average

47

Counter Location

Peak Day

Sunday May 1, 2022

115

Distribution - Year to Date ​1 0% 10%

​40% 40% 󰀃 Harrowsmith North Pedestrian 󰀀 Harrowsmith North Cyclist 󰀄 Harrowsmith North Motorized

​50% 50% Map data Leaflet ©2023

Monthly Use 1000

800

Counts

600

400

200

0 May ‘22

Jun ‘22 󰀃 Harrowsmith North Pedestrian

Jul ‘22 󰀀 Harrowsmith North Cyclist

Aug ‘22

Sept ‘22

󰀄 Harrowsmith North Motorized

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Average Use: Time of Day

80

8

60

6

Hourly Average

Daily Average

Average Use: Day of the Week

40 20 0

4 2 0

Mon

Tue

Wed

󰀃 Harrowsmith North Ped… 󰀄 Harrowsmith North Mot…

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

󰀀 Harrowsmith North Cycl…

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

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Verona South County of Frontenac May 1, 2022 → September 30, 2022

Total Use

Average Use Total

Daily Average

7,316

48

Average Use (2021)

Peak Day (2022)

Daily Average

48

Counter Location

Peak Day

160

Sunday May 29, 2022

Distribution - Year to Date ​6 % 6%

​45% 45%

󰀃 Verona South Pedestrian 󰀀 Verona South Cyclist 󰀄 Verona South Motorized

​49% 49%

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Monthly Use 1200

1000

Counts

800

600

400

200

0 May ‘22

Jun ‘22

Jul ‘22

󰀃 Verona South Pedestrian

󰀀 Verona South Cyclist

Aug ‘22

Sept ‘22

󰀄 Verona South Motorized

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Verona South County of Frontenac May 1, 2022 → September 30, 2022

Average Use: Time of Day

100

8

75

6

Hourly Average

Daily Average

Average Use: Day of the Week

50 25 0

4 2 0

Mon

Tue

Wed

󰀃 Verona South Pedestrian 󰀄 Verona South Motorized

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

󰀀 Verona South Cyclist

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

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Verona - Prince Charles County of Frontenac May 1, 2022 → September 30, 2022

Total Use

Average Use Total

Daily Average

13,583

89

Average Use (2021)

Peak Day (2022)

Daily Average

Counter Location

Peak Day

89

Monday Jun 13, 2022

233

Distribution - Year to Date

​28% 28%

​48% 48%

󰀃 Verona - Prince Charles Pedes… 󰀀 Verona - Prince Charles Cycli… 󰀄 Verona - Prince Charles Motor…

​24% 24% Map data ©2023 Leaflet Google

Monthly Use 1750

1500

Counts

1250

1000

750

500

250

0 May ‘22

Jun ‘22 󰀃 Verona - Prince Charles Pedestrian

Jul ‘22 󰀀 Verona - Prince Charles Cyclist

Aug ‘22

Sept ‘22

󰀄 Verona - Prince Charles Motorized

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Verona - Prince Charles County of Frontenac May 1, 2022 → September 30, 2022

Average Use: Day of the Week

Average Use: Time of Day

150

12

Hourly Average

Daily Average

10 100

50

0

8 6 4 2 0

Mon

Tue

Wed

󰀃 Verona - Prince Charles … 󰀄 Verona - Prince Charles …

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

󰀀 Verona - Prince Charles …

0

1

2

3 4

5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

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Hinchinbrooke Station County of Frontenac May 1, 2022 → September 30, 2022

Total Use

Average Use Total

Daily Average

7,356

48

Average Use (2021)

Peak Day (2022)

Daily Average

Counter Location

Peak Day

48

Wednesday Aug 31, 2022

312

Distribution - Year to Date ​24% 24% ​30% 30%

󰀃 Hinchinbrooke Station Pedestr… 󰀀 Hinchinbrooke Station Cyclist 󰀄 Hinchinbrooke Motorized

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800

Counts

600

400

200

0 May ‘22

Jun ‘22 󰀃 Hinchinbrooke Station Pedestrian

Jul ‘22 󰀀 Hinchinbrooke Station Cyclist

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Average Use: Time of Day

100

8

75

6

Hourly Average

Daily Average

Average Use: Day of the Week

50 25 0

4 2 0

Mon

Tue

Wed

󰀃 Hinchinbrooke Station P… 󰀄 Hinchinbrooke Motorized

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

󰀀 Hinchinbrooke Station C…

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

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Tichborne County of Frontenac May 1, 2022 → September 30, 2022

Total Use

Average Use Total

Daily Average

5,323

35

Average Use (2021)

Peak Day (2022)

Daily Average

Counter Location

Peak Day

35

132

Tuesday May 31, 2022

Distribution - Year to Date ​9 % 9%

󰀃 Tichborne Pedestrian 󰀀 Tichborne Cyclist 󰀄 Tichborne Motorized

​47% 47%

​44% 44%

Map data Leaflet ©2023

Monthly Use 700

600

Counts

500

400

300

200

100

0 May ‘22

Jun ‘22 󰀃 Tichborne Pedestrian

Jul ‘22 󰀀 Tichborne Cyclist

Aug ‘22

Sept ‘22

󰀄 Tichborne Motorized

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Average Use: Day of the Week

Average Use: Time of Day 5

75

Hourly Average

Daily Average

100

50 25 0

4 3 2 1 0

Mon

Tue

Wed

󰀃 Tichborne Pedestrian 󰀄 Tichborne Motorized

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

󰀀 Tichborne Cyclist

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

󰀃 Tichborne Pedestrian 󰀄 Tichborne Motorized

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Total Use

Average Use Total

Daily Average

6,737

44

Average Use (2021)

Peak Day (2022)

Daily Average

Counter Location

Peak Day

44

154

Saturday Jul 2, 2022

Distribution - Year to Date ​7% 7%

​42% 42%

󰀃 SLake-South Pedestrian 󰀀 SLake-South Cyclist 󰀄 SLake-South Motorized

​51% 51%

Map data ©2023 Leaflet Google

Monthly Use 1200

1000

Counts

800

600

400

200

0 May ‘22

Jun ‘22 󰀃 SLake-South Pedestrian

Jul ‘22 󰀀 SLake-South Cyclist

Aug ‘22

Sept ‘22

󰀄 SLake-South Motorized

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SLake-South County of Frontenac May 1, 2022 → September 30, 2022

Average Use: Day of the Week

Average Use: Time of Day 6

75

Hourly Average

Daily Average

100

50 25 0

4

2

0 Mon

Tue

Wed

󰀃 SLake-South Pedestrian 󰀄 SLake-South Motorized

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

󰀀 SLake-South Cyclist

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

󰀃 SLake-South Pedestrian 󰀄 SLake-South Motorized

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SLake-NORTH County of Frontenac May 1, 2022 → September 30, 2022

Total Use

Average Use Total

Daily Average

11,996

78

Average Use (2021)

Peak Day (2022)

Daily Average

Counter Location

Peak Day

78

229

Tuesday Jul 12, 2022

Distribution - Year to Date

​25% 25%

​42% 42% 󰀃 SLake-NORTH Pedestrian 󰀀 SLake-NORTH Cyclist 󰀄 SLake-NORTH Motorized

​33% 33% Map data ©2023 Leaflet Google

Monthly Use 1200

1000

Counts

800

600

400

200

0 May ‘22

Jun ‘22

Jul ‘22

󰀃 SLake-NORTH Pedestrian

󰀀 SLake-NORTH Cyclist

Aug ‘22

Sept ‘22

󰀄 SLake-NORTH Motorized

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Average Use: Day of the Week

Average Use: Time of Day 10

150

Hourly Average

Daily Average

200

100 50 0

8 6 4 2 0

Mon

Tue

Wed

󰀃 SLake-NORTH Pedestrian 󰀄 SLake-NORTH Motorized

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

󰀀 SLake-NORTH Cyclist

0

1

2

3 4

5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

󰀃 SLake-NORTH Pedestrian 󰀄 SLake-NORTH Motorized

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Clarendon County of Frontenac May 1, 2022 → September 30, 2022

Total Use

Average Use Total

Daily Average

4,675

31

Average Use (2021)

Peak Day (2022)

Daily Average

Counter Location

Peak Day

31

183

Saturday Jul 2, 2022

Distribution - Year to Date ​1 7% 17%

​37% 37% 󰀃 Clarendon Pedestrian 󰀀 Clarendon Cyclist 󰀄 Clarendon Motorized

​46% 46% Map data Leaflet ©2023

Monthly Use 700

600

Counts

500

400

300

200

100

0 May ‘22

Jun ‘22 󰀃 Clarendon Pedestrian

Jul ‘22 󰀀 Clarendon Cyclist

Aug ‘22

Sept ‘22

󰀄 Clarendon Motorized

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Clarendon County of Frontenac May 1, 2022 → September 30, 2022

Average Use: Day of the Week

Average Use: Time of Day 6

75

Hourly Average

Daily Average

100

50 25 0

4

2

0 Mon

Tue

Wed

󰀃 Clarendon Pedestrian 󰀄 Clarendon Motorized

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

󰀀 Clarendon Cyclist

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

󰀃 Clarendon Pedestrian 󰀄 Clarendon Motorized

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Total Use

Daily Average Use

Heat Map

Total

Daily Average

Total

89,369

584

5,677

14,843

Peak Day Peak Day

1,329

Sunday Jul 30, 2023

Users 17%

38% 󰀃 Pedestrian 󰀀 Cyclist 󰀄 Car

45% Mapdata ©2023 Lea�et Google

Hourly Pro�le

Daily Average Use 25k 20k

60

Counts

Hourly Average

80

40 20

15k 10k 5k

0

0 0

1

2

3

4

5 6

󰀃 Pedestrian 󰀄 Car

7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 󰀀 Cyclist

Mon

Tue

󰀃 Pedestrian 󰀄 Car

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Sun

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Summer Snapshot - Full Trail County of Frontenac May 1, 2023 → September 30, 2023

Monthly traf�c 12.5k

Counts

10k 7.5k 5k 2.5k 0 May ‘23

Jun ‘23

Jul ‘23 󰀃 Pedestrian

󰀀 Cyclist

Aug ‘23

Sept ‘23

󰀄 Car

Key Figures Summary Total



Site

Daily Average

Average week days

Average weekend traf�c

Peak Day

Peak Count

Orser Road

14,843

97

83

133

Sun Jun 25, 2023

210

Harrowsmith South

13,002

85

74

114

Wed Aug 9, 2023

355

Verona - Prince Charles

12,543

82

67

121

Sun Jul 30, 2023

211

SLake-NORTH

11,486

75

60

113

Sun May 21, 2023

260

Verona South

7,398

48

41

66

Sat Sep 16, 2023

124

Hinchinbrooke Station

6,678

44

28

83

Sun Jun 25, 2023

162

Tichborne

6,103

40

26

76

Sun Jun 25, 2023

142

SLake-South

5,939

39

29

63

Sat Sep 30, 2023

128

Clarendon

5,700

37

24

72

Sun May 21, 2023

189

Harrowsmith North

5,677

37

33

48

Fri Jun 23, 2023

142

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Orser Road County of Frontenac May 1, 2023 → September 30, 2023

Total Use

Average Use Total

Daily Average

14,843

97

Average Use (2021)

Peak Day (2022)

Daily Average

97

Counter Location

Peak Day

210

Sunday Jun 25, 2023

Distribution - Year to Date 10%

󰀃 Orser Road Pedestrian 󰀀 Orser Road Cyclist 󰀄 Orser Road Motorized

54%

36%

Mapdata Lea{et ©2023

Monthly Use 2250 2000 1750

Counts

1500 1250 1000 750 500 250 0 May ‘23

Jun ‘23 󰀃 Orser Road Pedestrian

Jul ‘23 󰀀 Orser Road Cyclist

Aug ‘23

Sept ‘23

󰀄 Orser Road Motorized

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Orser Road County of Frontenac May 1, 2023 → September 30, 2023

Average Use: Day of the Week

Average Use: Time of Day 10

Hourly Average

Daily Average

150

100

50

0

8 6 4 2 0

Mon

Tue

Wed

󰀃 Orser Road Pedestrian 󰀄 Orser Road Motorized

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

󰀀 Orser Road Cyclist

0

1

2

3 4

5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

󰀃 Orser Road Pedestrian 󰀄 Orser Road Motorized

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Harrowsmith South County of Frontenac May 1, 2023 → September 30, 2023

Total Use

Average Use Total

Daily Average

13,002

85

Average Use (2021)

Peak Day (2022)

Daily Average

85

Counter Location

Peak Day

Wednesday Aug 9, 2023

355

Distribution - Year to Date 3%

39% 󰀃 Harrowsmith South Pedestrian 󰀀 Harrowsmith South Cyclist 󰀄 Harrowsmith South Motorized

58%

Mapdata Lea{et ©2023

Monthly Use 2000 1750 1500

Counts

1250 1000 750 500 250 0 May ‘23

Jun ‘23

󰀃 Harrowsmith South Pedestrian

Jul ‘23

󰀀 Harrowsmith South Cyclist

Aug ‘23

Sept ‘23

󰀄 Harrowsmith South Motorized

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Harrowsmith South County of Frontenac May 1, 2023 → September 30, 2023

Average Use: Day of the Week

Average Use: Time of Day 12

150

Hourly Average

Daily Average

10 100

50

0

8 6 4 2 0

Mon

Tue

Wed

󰀃 Harrowsmith South Ped… 󰀄 Harrowsmith South Mot…

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

󰀀 Harrowsmith South Cyc…

0

1

2

3 4

5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

󰀃 Harrowsmith South Ped… 󰀄 Harrowsmith South Mot…

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Harrowsmith North County of Frontenac May 1, 2023 → September 30, 2023

Total Use

Average Use Total

Daily Average

5,677

37

Average Use (2021)

Peak Day (2022)

Daily Average

37

Counter Location

Peak Day

Friday Jun 23, 2023

142

Distribution - Year to Date 2%

44%

󰀃 Harrowsmith North Pedestrian 󰀀 Harrowsmith North Cyclist 󰀄 Harrowsmith North Motorized

54%

Mapdata Lea{et ©2023

Monthly Use 1200

1000

Counts

800

600

400

200

0 May ‘23

Jun ‘23

󰀃 Harrowsmith North Pedestrian

Jul ‘23

󰀀 Harrowsmith North Cyclist

Aug ‘23

Sept ‘23

󰀄 Harrowsmith North Motorized

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Harrowsmith North County of Frontenac May 1, 2023 → September 30, 2023

Average Use: Day of the Week

Average Use: Time of Day 6

Hourly Average

Daily Average

60

40

20

0

4

2

0 Mon

Tue

Wed

󰀃 Harrowsmith North Ped… 󰀄 Harrowsmith North Mot…

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

󰀀 Harrowsmith North Cycl…

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

󰀃 Harrowsmith North Ped… 󰀄 Harrowsmith North Mot…

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Verona South County of Frontenac May 1, 2023 → September 30, 2023

Total Use

Average Use Total

Daily Average

7,398

48

Average Use (2021)

Peak Day (2022)

Daily Average

48

Counter Location

Peak Day

124

Saturday Sep 16, 2023

Distribution - Year to Date 0%

47% 53%

󰀃 Verona South Pedestrian 󰀀 Verona South Cyclist 󰀄 Verona South Motorized

Mapdata ©2023 Lea{et Google

Monthly Use 1200

1000

Counts

800

600

400

200

0 May ‘23

Jun ‘23

Jul ‘23

󰀃 Verona South Pedestrian

󰀀 Verona South Cyclist

Aug ‘23

Sept ‘23

󰀄 Verona South Motorized

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Verona South County of Frontenac May 1, 2023 → September 30, 2023

Average Use: Day of the Week

Average Use: Time of Day 10

75

Hourly Average

Daily Average

100

50 25 0

8 6 4 2 0

Mon

Tue

Wed

󰀃 Verona South Pedestrian 󰀄 Verona South Motorized

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

󰀀 Verona South Cyclist

0

1

2

3 4

5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

󰀃 Verona South Pedestrian 󰀄 Verona South Motorized

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Verona - Prince Charles County of Frontenac May 1, 2023 → September 30, 2023

Total Use

Average Use Total

Daily Average

12,543

82

Average Use (2021)

Peak Day (2022)

Daily Average

Counter Location

Peak Day

82

Sunday Jul 30, 2023

211

Distribution - Year to Date 8%

52%

40%

󰀃 Verona - Prince Charles Pedes… 󰀀 Verona - Prince Charles Cycli… 󰀄 Verona - Prince Charles Motor…

Mapdata ©2023 Lea{et Google

Monthly Use 2000 1750 1500

Counts

1250 1000 750 500 250 0 May ‘23

Jun ‘23

󰀃 Verona - Prince Charles Pedestrian

Jul ‘23

󰀀 Verona - Prince Charles Cyclist

Aug ‘23

Sept ‘23

󰀄 Verona - Prince Charles Motorized

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Verona - Prince Charles County of Frontenac May 1, 2023 → September 30, 2023

Average Use: Day of the Week

Average Use: Time of Day 15

Hourly Average

Daily Average

150

100

50

0

10

5

0 Mon

Tue

Wed

󰀃 Verona - Prince Charles … 󰀄 Verona - Prince Charles …

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

󰀀 Verona - Prince Charles …

0

1

2

3 4

5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

󰀃 Verona - Prince Charles … 󰀄 Verona - Prince Charles …

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Hinchinbrooke Station County of Frontenac May 1, 2023 → September 30, 2023

Total Use

Average Use Total

Daily Average

6,678

44

Average Use (2021)

Peak Day (2022)

Daily Average

Counter Location

Peak Day

44

Sunday Jun 25, 2023

162

Distribution - Year to Date 19% 25%

󰀃 Hinchinbrooke Station Pedestr… 󰀀 Hinchinbrooke Station Cyclist 󰀄 Hinchinbrooke Motorized

57% Mapdata ©2023 Lea{et Google

Monthly Use 1200

1000

Counts

800

600

400

200

0 May ‘23

Jun ‘23

󰀃 Hinchinbrooke Station Pedestrian

Jul ‘23

󰀀 Hinchinbrooke Station Cyclist

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Sept ‘23

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Hinchinbrooke Station County of Frontenac May 1, 2023 → September 30, 2023

Average Use: Time of Day

100

8

75

6

Hourly Average

Daily Average

Average Use: Day of the Week

50 25 0

4 2 0

Mon

Tue

Wed

󰀃 Hinchinbrooke Station P… 󰀄 Hinchinbrooke Motorized

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

󰀀 Hinchinbrooke Station C…

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

󰀃 Hinchinbrooke Station P… 󰀄 Hinchinbrooke Motorized

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Tichborne County of Frontenac May 1, 2023 → September 30, 2023

Total Use

Average Use Total

Daily Average

6,103

40

Average Use (2021)

Peak Day (2022)

Daily Average

Counter Location

Peak Day

40

142

Sunday Jun 25, 2023

Distribution - Year to Date 17%

43%

󰀃 Tichborne Pedestrian 󰀀 Tichborne Cyclist 󰀄 Tichborne Motorized

40% Mapdata Lea{et ©2023

Monthly Use 700

600

Counts

500

400

300

200

100

0 May ‘23

Jun ‘23

󰀃 Tichborne Pedestrian

Jul ‘23

󰀀 Tichborne Cyclist

Aug ‘23

Sept ‘23

󰀄 Tichborne Motorized

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Tichborne County of Frontenac May 1, 2023 → September 30, 2023

Average Use: Day of the Week

Average Use: Time of Day 5

75

Hourly Average

Daily Average

100

50 25 0

4 3 2 1 0

Mon

Tue

Wed

󰀃 Tichborne Pedestrian 󰀄 Tichborne Motorized

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

󰀀 Tichborne Cyclist

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

󰀃 Tichborne Pedestrian 󰀄 Tichborne Motorized

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SLake-South County of Frontenac May 1, 2023 → September 30, 2023

Total Use

Average Use Total

Daily Average

5,939

39

Average Use (2021)

Peak Day (2022)

Daily Average

Counter Location

Peak Day

39

128

Saturday Sep 30, 2023

Distribution - Year to Date 15%

42%

󰀃 SLake-South Pedestrian 󰀀 SLake-South Cyclist 󰀄 SLake-South Motorized

43% Mapdata ©2023 Lea{et Google

Monthly Use 700

600

Counts

500

400

300

200

100

0 May ‘23

Jun ‘23

󰀃 SLake-South Pedestrian

Jul ‘23

󰀀 SLake-South Cyclist

Aug ‘23

Sept ‘23

󰀄 SLake-South Motorized

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SLake-South County of Frontenac May 1, 2023 → September 30, 2023

Average Use: Time of Day

100

8

75

6

Hourly Average

Daily Average

Average Use: Day of the Week

50 25 0

4 2 0

Mon

Tue

Wed

󰀃 SLake-South Pedestrian 󰀄 SLake-South Motorized

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

󰀀 SLake-South Cyclist

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

󰀃 SLake-South Pedestrian 󰀄 SLake-South Motorized

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SLake-NORTH County of Frontenac May 1, 2023 → September 30, 2023

Total Use

Average Use Total

Daily Average

11,486

75

Average Use (2021)

Peak Day (2022)

Daily Average

Counter Location

Peak Day

75

260

Sunday May 21, 2023

Distribution - Year to Date

32% 36%

󰀃 SLake-NORTH Pedestrian 󰀀 SLake-NORTH Cyclist 󰀄 SLake-NORTH Motorized

32% Mapdata ©2023 Lea{et Google

Monthly Use 1200

1000

Counts

800

600

400

200

0 May ‘23

Jun ‘23

Jul ‘23

󰀃 SLake-NORTH Pedestrian

󰀀 SLake-NORTH Cyclist

Aug ‘23

Sept ‘23

󰀄 SLake-NORTH Motorized

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SLake-NORTH County of Frontenac May 1, 2023 → September 30, 2023

Average Use: Day of the Week

Average Use: Time of Day

125

15

Hourly Average

Daily Average

100 75 50 25 0

10

5

0 Mon

Tue

Wed

󰀃 SLake-NORTH Pedestrian 󰀄 SLake-NORTH Motorized

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

󰀀 SLake-NORTH Cyclist

0

1

2

3 4

5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

󰀃 SLake-NORTH Pedestrian 󰀄 SLake-NORTH Motorized

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Clarendon County of Frontenac May 1, 2023 → September 30, 2023

Total Use

Average Use Total

Daily Average

5,700

37

Average Use (2021)

Peak Day (2022)

Daily Average

37

Counter Location

Peak Day

189

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Report 2023-079 Committee Recommend Report To:

Members of the Planning & Economic Development Committee

From:

Richard Allen, Manager of Economic Development

Prepared by:

Richard Allen, Manager of Economic Development

Date of meeting:

July 5, 2023

Re:

K&P Trail – Request to Extend ATV Access on the K&P Trail, Verona to Harrowsmith

Recommendation

1. The committee recommends to County Council that they not extend ATV access Or
2. The committee recommends to County Council that they extend ATV access and that staff provide the committee with an implementation plan prior to 2024.

Background Since 2007 Frontenac County has pursued the development of the Frontenac K&P Trail and the promotion of other trails as a primary strategy of economic development. In recent years, the Frontenac K&P Trail has represented significant infrastructure connections, it has been promoted more widely, and since 2020 it has seen an overall increase of activity by all use modes. The development of a trails-based economy includes consideration for both local communities and the benefit of visitors to the region. The Frontenac K&P Trail has become a loved and well used asset of the local community, and it has also become an attraction for visitors, something that operators in the tourism industry and other businesses can use to entice tourists to stay longer in the area. In 2016, County Council authorized the purchase, demolition and remediation of the former gas station located at 6503 Road 38 at the corner of Road 38 and Bellrock Road,

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now known as the Verona Trailhead. This property is directly adjacent to the Frontenac K&P Trail and is large enough to accommodate parking for numerous vehicles, trailers and other accessories for individuals and groups wishing to make use of the K&P Trail. The purchase and remediation of this site represents an investment to date of $349,833.13. In March of 2020, County Council received a petition from the Verona District ATV Club with approximately 500 names, requesting that ATV access to the K&P Trail be extended south to the Verona Trailhead at Bellrock Road. In response, County Council approved a pilot project for ATV access to be extended south through the village of Verona to Bellrock Road, where the popular Verona Trailhead access point and parking is located. That pilot project continues a temporary basis until further information is available on the anticipated housing development in Verona, with consultation between the County and the Township of South Frontenac. Detailed background information on this decision can be found in Report 2021-028. At its regular meeting on April 19, 2023, County Council received a delegation from the Verona District ATV Club requesting expanded access to the K&P Trail an additional 9km south of Verona to the village of Harrowsmith. At its next regular meeting on May 17, 2023, County Council provided direction to staff for this request to be investigated, to solicit input from the community, and for a report to be presented to the Planning and Economic Development Committee at 10:00 AM on July 5, 2023. Prior to consideration of that report at the Planning and Economic Development Committee meeting, the committee will be hosting a public meeting for anyone who may wish to provide their input in person. A public engagement campaign was undertaken between May 25 and June 21, 2023 consisting primarily of a survey hosted at www.engagefrontenac.ca. The survey was advertised by social media, ads in the Frontenac News, and billboards placed at popular trail access points both Verona and Harrowsmith, with high visibility along Road 38. Staff also visited the Verona Trailhead on June 2, 2023, to capture input from trail users in person. There were 867 responses in total to the survey with 726 comments. A complete summary of survey comments is included in the Appendix 3 to this report along with all email correspondence that was sent directly to the Manager of Economic Development. The Extension of access for ATVs on the K&P Trail, Verona to Harrowsmith project page on Engage Frontenac saw the following results. •

833 Engaged – Engaged Participants contributed comments.

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1036 - Informed – Informed Participants viewed parts of the project page.

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1533 – Aware – Aware Participants visited the project page.

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encouraged to participate in the survey or reach out directly to the County with their comments concerning the proposed extension of motorized use. Comment This report provides comprehensive information to assist the committee in its evaluation of the Verona District ATV Club’s request to extend year-round motorized access from Verona to Harrowsmith. The report summarizes results from public engagement, reviews comments from relevant trail partners, analyses potential risks and costs associated with the extension and provides existing data concerning the use of the K&P Trail. Survey Results A survey was conducted using Engage Frontenac, asking participants to identify whether they supported the request from the ATV club or not, and to provide any comments or rationale for their choice. 726 comments were made, and they have been included in appendix 3. Survey participants also provided their name, email and postal code, which have been removed from the comments for the sake of confidentiality. Using postal codes, staff were able to determine the general origin of survey participants, which were made up of individuals from South Frontenac, Central Frontenac, Kingston and the County of Lennox & Addington. Municipality

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In terms of the primary question of the survey, “Should ATV access be extended on the K&P Trail from Verona to Harrowsmith?,” the results from the 867 respondents were divided with 50.4% of respondents in favour of extending ATV access and 47.4% of respondents against the proposal. The remaining 2.2% of respondents were either unsure or seeking additional information. The opinions on extending ATV access to the K&P Trail represent a diverse range of concerns and interests. Supporters of the extension suggest that it would bring economic benefits to local businesses, provide convenient access for residents, and expand recreational opportunities. They emphasize the potential revenue generated by ATV riders through the purchase of fuel, food, and other supplies in Harrowsmith. Additionally, proponents believe that responsible ATV riders should have the right to enjoy the trail and that opening it up to motorized vehicles would reduce congestion on main roads, providing a safer alternative route for ATV riders who feel vulnerable on busy roads like Road 38. Those opposing the extension raise concerns about safety hazards, noise pollution, and the potential conflicts between ATV riders, pedestrians, cyclists, and horseback riders. Those opposed the extension request note that ATV use poses risks to the well-being of walkers, cyclists, and pets due to potential speeding and the possibility of intoxicated riders. They stress that the trail should be preserved as a peaceful and non-motorized environment, suitable for families, cyclists, and nature enthusiasts. Several survey participants expressed worries about the difficulty of effectively monitoring and enforcing ATV usage on the trail, suggesting that it may lead to increased risks to more vulnerable users and potential damage to the trail itself. Noise pollution and disturbance to adjacent homes and cottages are also highlighted as

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impacts of allowing ATVs. Some individuals also emphasized the importance of protecting wildlife habitats and preserving the trail as a wildlife corridor. The full set of survey comments have been included in Appendix 3. Staff also received direct correspondence by email, fax and letter. These have also been included in the Appendix 3. Comments from Partner Organizations The development, management and promotion of the K&P Trail involves efforts from valued partner organizations who provide expertise, funding and support towards relevant trails projects. Cataraqui Conservation Cataraqui Conservation manages the Cataraqui Trail, which is a 104-km multi-use trail that extends from Strathcona in the west to Smith Falls in the east. The trail supports non-motorized uses (excluding maintenance vehicles and snow mobiles with a valid Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Club (OFSC) permit). The trail crosses four municipalities (Township of Stone Mills, Township of South Frontenac, Township of Rideau Lakes, and the City of Smith Falls). A portion of the Cataraqui Trail (Smith Falls to Harrowsmith) is also a vital link in the Trans Canada Trail. The village of Harrowsmith is a junction point where the two former rail properties run parallel to one another. The Cataraqui and the K&P Trail share a single trail surface through the Village of Harrowsmith for 2.4 km. The trail junctions where the trails separate are located 0.5 km north of Colebrook Road and 1.6 km east of Road 38. Frontenac County owns the travelled portion of the joint trail west of Road 38, while Cataraqui Conservation owns the shared trail to the east of Road 38. Cataraqui Conservation staff respond to requests for ATV use in accordance with the Cataraqui Trail Master Plan, which was developed in 1999. This stance is based on the public input received at the time of the Master Plan development, enforcement complaints received from adjacent property owners regarding safety, noise, speed, and dust, as well as the intent to retain consistency over the length of the Cataraqui Trail for messaging and enforcement purposes. As such, no sections of the Cataraqui Trail currently permit ATV access. The following comments were provided by staff from Cataraqui Conservation and the original communication can be found in the appendix 2: •

Access if considered for ATVs on the K&P Trail is recommended to be terminated at Graham Road (1km north of the Cataraqui Trail and K&P junction) to avoid direct conflict with the intent and policies of the Cataraqui Trail Master Plan. The termination of the access at Graham Road requires consideration by the County on how to restrict ATV access from Graham Road to the junction of the K&P and Cataraqui Trails.

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Granting access south of Graham Road by Frontenac County requires ATVs to use a section of trail shared by the Cataraqui Trail and K&P Trail. The use of ATVs in this shared section would conflict with the intent and policy of the Cataraqui Trail Master Plan.

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Cataraqui Conservation and the County share a parking lot adjacent to the shared trail where it meets Highway #38. This parking area is a popular starting point for visitors to the trail system (Cataraqui and K&P) and is often at capacity. Use of this parking area for trailers or loading/unloading of ATVs could add additional congestion to the parking lot and would increase the likelihood of vehicles parking on the shoulder of Highway #38 that would present safety concerns for Cataraqui Trail users.

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Concerns have been expressed to Cataraqui Conservation staff by members of the public that should the County permit ATV access on the K&P Trail to Harrowsmith this will create additional opportunities for illegal entry onto lands owned by Cataraqui Conservation particularly in eastward and westward directions from the K&P Trail. Access from these entry points and subsequent use of the Cataraqui Trail would conflict with the intent and policies of the Master Plan.

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In adhering to right-of-way agreements between private landowners and Cataraqui Conservation, staff implement measures to restrict motorized uses to authorized vehicles only. Although there are no agreements within the area proposed for use, Cataraqui Conservation staff discourage any permission that would increase the potential for conflict with existing agreements east and west of Harrowsmith.

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The Cataraqui Trail is currently posted, advertised, and marketed as a nonmotorized trail (with the exclusion of authorized emergency maintenance vehicles and snowmobiles with valid OFSC permit). Landowners have purchased or own property adjacent to the trail with the understanding of this non-motorized policy. Landowners have expressed concerns with regards to ATV use of the trail and have requested Cataraqui Conservation staff assistance to reinforce the permitted uses through signage and enforcement. Cataraqui Conservation has struggled to restrict access to the Cataraqui Trail by ATVs and dirt bikes. Signage and access barriers have been deployed across the length of the Cataraqui Trail to limit unauthorized access. Gates have been vandalized and removed by individuals’ intent on accessing the trail illegally.

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For ATV access to be considered along the shared portion of K&P and Cataraqui Trail, or any additional section of the Cataraqui Trail, Cataraqui Conservation staff will require direction of the Full Authority Board, and a full public consultation will be required.

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Trans Canada Trail (TCT) The Trans Canada Trail is a trail network of 27,000 kilometres across Canada, with four out of five Canadians living within 30 minutes of the Trail. In Frontenac, portions of the Cataraqui Trail, K&P Trail and Tay-Havelock Trail form the route through our region. Specific to the K&P Trail, the Trans Canada Trail travels from Harrowsmith north to Sharbot Lake. The K&P Trail from Boyce Road in Hartington to Craig Road in Verona was constructed in 2013 with support from a grant from the Trans Canada Trail organization. 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.” Trans Canada Trail defines greenways as trails developed exclusively for non-motorized use, except for snowmobiles in the winter. The concept describes that the trail north of Craig Road will welcome motorized use and is defined as a “Yellow Trail” by Trans Canada Trail. The Trans Canada Trail organization prefers to only fund projects with a “greenway” or active transportation focus, which this section of trail was identified as at the time of funding. Representatives from Trans Canada Trail reviewed the comments associated with a survey completed in 2017 and agreed that safety is the largest concern for all trail users, however, they do not support a shift from greenway to multi-use or “yellow trail” along this section of the Trans Canada Trail. In response to a request for comments regarding the request to extend ATV access on the K&P Trail south from Verona to Harrowsmith, the Trans Canada Trail organization indicated that their objective is to limit the length of mixed-use trail as much as possible, while selecting the safest route for the non-motorized users, moving these users from the roadway. Based on the research and experience of Trans Canada Trail, adding motorized usages will generate negative impact for at least some of the non-motorized users. The full email response from Trans Canada Trail is included in Appendix 2. It is also important to note that a change in permitted usages will automatically lead to a review of any contribution agreements currently in place with Trans Canada Trail. At its regular meeting on June 21, 2023, County Council provided authorization for the Warden and Clerk to complete a contribution agreement with the Trans Canada Trail organization to receive a capital grant of $60,000 for the Elbow Creek Bridge Emergency Replacement project. Section 5 of the Contribution Agreement states that the County confirms that: •

the Trail is only being used for lawfully permitted activities, and as otherwise permitted by the major category and primary type under which the Trail section was built and registered with TCT.

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Prior to any change in the major category and primary type of a registered Trail section, the Recipient must first notify TCT and receive written advance approval for the proposed change.

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In the event of non‐compliance with this provision, TCT may, at any time, require reimbursement by the Recipient for any contribution that has been provided by TCT. Within 14 days of any such reimbursement request sent to the Recipient by TCT, the Recipient will reimburse TCT the full amount of the request, up to the total amount indicated in the signed contribution agreement.

Township of South Frontenac The section of the K&P Trail that has been requested for ATV access travels through the settlement areas of Hartington and Harrowsmith, which are in the Township of South Frontenac. These areas are home to businesses and attractions related to food, fuel, heritage and recreation. Several survey respondents in favour of the proposal indicated that improved access to Centennial Park by ATV is desirable, to attend the growing number of events hosted at that location or to park trailers for accessing the K&P Trail. County staff consulted with senior staff at the Township of South Frontenac and received the following comments: •

Centennial Park is a growing recreation destination in South Frontenac, with recent improvements made to support Pickleball and the covered Stock Sport pavilion being made in addition to the dog park, soccer field, playground and baseball diamond. The park is host to numerous events throughout the year, including the recently revived Frontenac Farmer’s Market. Township staff highlighted that the growing popularity of the park has begun to exceed the available parking supply, and that the trailers used by motorized trail users would further exacerbate this issue. In addition, the South Frontenac Township parks bylaw prohibits the use of motorized recreational vehicles.

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The Township in partnership with Frontenac County and Cataraqui Conservation are investigating the challenges associated with the Harrowsmith Trail parking area, which has been observed to be at or over capacity several days per week. As mentioned above by Cataraqui Conservation, this parking area is a popular destination for existing trail users and is not equipped to support parking for trucks and trailers with motorized recreational vehicles. Prior to any access being granted to motorized use, the Township would like to see this issue resolved.

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Another concern noted by the Township is the ongoing issue with dust management on the trail, specifically in Verona. While the County has made efforts to mitigate the propagation of dust from the trail, the Township has received complaints from the public that the issue has not yet been resolved. Township staff would be more comfortable with motorized access to Harrowsmith if the County is able to demonstrate its ability to manage dust on the existing motorized sections of trail.

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Adjacent Landowners Letters were mailed to 124 landowners with property located within one hundred meters of the K&P Trail between Verona and Harrowsmith. The letters encouraged landowners to provide comments via survey or to reach out directly to the County with their comments concerning the proposed extension of motorized use. County staff received five pieces of direct correspondence and identified 15 survey responses from adjacent landowners. Survey comments from individuals who identified themselves as neighbours or adjacent to the trail were primarily opposed to the request for ATV access, however four of these survey respondents indicated that they would enjoy the improved access to the trail. The comments from those in opposition to the request voiced concerns about impact on quality of life from noise and dust pollution. Others also referenced potential vandalism and one responded that they had concern for the value of their property. Correspondence received from neighbouring farms and residents living adjacent to or near the K&P Trail indicates strong opposition to the proposed extension of ATV use. The reasons cited include concerns about noise, dust, trespassing, liability, and previous experiences with vandalism. Some neighbours indicated that if there was more effective enforcement of the rules and bylaws, they may be open to considering a change such as the one proposed by the ATV club. The complete correspondence received from neighbouring landowners is included in Appendix 2. Trail Use Data Included in Appendix 4 is a K&P Trail Use Report for 2022, which shares overall use data collected from a network of ten digital counter stations. These counters can identify whether a trail user is a pedestrian, cycling and motorized use, as well as direction of travel. The counters do this using infrared sensors and pressure sensitive loops embedded in the trail surface. While there is a greater diversity of uses on the trail, these three modes are the primary ways in which the K&P is enjoyed. The individual data for each counter reveals the differences in use throughout the network, showing shifts in mode share as well as overall use as we move closer to settlement areas and travel south towards the City of Kingston. Site Clarendon Station Sharbot Lake: North of Village Sharbot Lake: South of Village Tichborne Hinchinbrooke Station Verona: Prince Charles School Verona: South of Hardwood Creek

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Harrowsmith: North of Cataraqui Trail Harrowsmith: South of Cataraqui Trail Orser Road

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**Note that Motorized Use for the bottom four counters are almost exclusively from the winter months when the K&P is open to Snowmobiles along its entire length.

The counters with the highest overall recorded use are located at Orser Road and Harrowsmith South, both of which are located south of the Cataraqui Trail. These counters see the most activity, and the mode share is dominated by cyclists and walkers. However, that trend does not continue North of the Cataraqui Trail between Harrowsmith and Verona where the overall use drops by 22-34%, even with twice the motorized use in the winter. This is surprising, because the two Harrowsmith counters are located just 2.5 km apart. Several assumptions can be made based on the above observations:

1. Trail users who start at the parking in Harrowsmith primarily proceed east, west, or south.
2. Trail users arriving from the south either stop in Harrowsmith before returning the way they came or travel further to the east or west along the Cataraqui Trail – perhaps to Sydenham. While the recorded activity between Verona and Harrowsmith is much lower than the activity recorded south of Harrowsmith, this section is not the least active either, when compared to activity recorded at Tichborne or Clarendon Station. The numbers captured at Verona South and Harrowsmith North imply that there is some capacity to increase trail use in these sections in some fashion. Economic Activity Off Road Recreational vehicles such as ATV’s have become increasingly popular in recent years. A 2015 study estimated that the economic impact of ATV use in Ontario at that time was $974 million annually. The ATV and Side-By-Side off-road vehicle market is growing quickly in North America, with recent consumer data indicating that these vehicles are now outselling snowmobiles by a ratio of 5:1. The average expenditure for an ATV user on a single day trip is $100, where other trail users spend between $10 (walker/hikers) and $25 (cyclist) on a single day trip. In 2020 County staff asked trail users to complete a survey, and as part of that survey, asked trail users to report their preferred method of enjoying the trail and also to report their average economic behaviour when on the trail. Of survey respondents who indicated their primary use of the K&P Trail was ATV or Side-by-Side, 96% indicated that they stop at businesses while on the trail. This indicates a high probability of an economic transaction every time an ATV user is on the trail. Walkers and Cyclists were far less likely to stop at businesses, with 60% and 53% of respondents respectively reporting that they stop at local businesses. The Muddy Waters Restaurant in Verona, was mentioned by name by 20% of all survey respondents (regardless of use type) who stop at businesses. Recommend Report to County Council Request to Extend ATV Access on the K&P Trail, Verona to Harrowsmith July 5, 2023

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Considering the information above, there is potential for businesses in Hartington and Harrowsmith to experience a noticeable economic benefit from motorized users on the K&P Trail. Operational Considerations The Manager of Economic Development along with the Trails Project Manager offer the following comments from the perspective of managing and operating the Frontenac K&P Trail. Motorized use of the K&P Trail by ATV’s and other Off-Road Vehicles tends to wear the trail more along the standard path of travel. Over the course of one or two years, this can impact the surface drainage, causing water to pool and creation of potholes. As such, the surface in this section will need to be graded more often than sections without motorized use. A motorized section needs to be resurfaced every 2-3 years, although some sections may require attention annually. Non-motorized sections require grading once vegetation begins to encroach along the shoulders, narrowing the travelled pathway. Non-motorized sections are graded every 3-5 years. In recent years, the combination of increased trail use along with a warming climate has resulted in dusty conditions along motorized sections of the K&P Trail. This year, County staff, working with the Verona District ATV Club, have undertaken several initiatives to suppress dust. In the end, it was determined that professional dust management is necessary to bind the dust to the trail surface using a liquid calcium chloride solution, at a cost of approximately $1000 per kilometre of Trail. Due to the Trail’s popularity with other users between Verona and Harrowsmith, and the proximity of the corridor to residents, farms, and businesses, the entire 9-kilometre stretch would need to be treated annually, in addition to the existing 50 kilometres of motorized trail already in operation. Speed and respectful behaviour were mentioned many times by survey participants who feel unsafe sharing the K&P Trail with motorized vehicles such as ATVs. It was also mentioned that more enforcement of the bylaws, especially concerning posted speed limits, is necessary should the request for an extension be granted to the ATV Club. County Council passed the bylaws governing the K&P Trail in late 2022. The bylaws are enforced through an administrative penalty process, however the process of reporting infractions and following up with an administrative penalty needs to be further developed, along with provision of training to qualified individuals to enforce or support the enforcement of bylaws. The Verona District ATV Club does patrol the motorized sections of the trail on weekends, with Trail “Wardens” who look for maintenance issues and educate trail users on appropriate behaviour. County staff observe that the warden program is relatively new and focuses on promoting appropriate behaviour rather than the enforcement of bylaws.

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Financial Implications If the request to extend ATV access on the K&P Trail between Verona and Harrowsmith is granted, there would be costs for implementation as well as ongoing costs associated with increased maintenance. Implementation Costs (Estimates): •

$3,000-$4,000 - Signs for speed, community safety zones, as well as directional signs indicated where motorized uses are/are not permitted. Changes to existing wayfinding signs and digital maps outlining the new permitted uses would be required as well.

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$5,000-$10,000 – Installation of gates and other structures to prevent access to the Cataraqui Trail and/or Centennial Park.

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$15,000-$25,000 – Expansion of parking area at Harrowsmith Trailhead.

Ongoing costs to be added to the annual maintenance budget (Estimates): •

$9,000 of additional dust suppression for 9 kilometres at $1,000/km

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$6,000-9,000 for grading every 2-3 years. (Current schedule is every 3-5 years)

In addition to the costs above, there is the risk of losing funding support from Trans Canada Trail for current projects ($60,000 for Elbow Creek Bridge) and the risk of losing the Trans Canada Trail as a partner on future initiatives. 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. 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 South Frontenac Township Cataraqui Conservation Authority Trans Canada Trail Verona District ATV Club

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AA-023-23

Via E-mail

Richard Allen, Manager of Economic Development Frontenac County 2069 Battersea Road Glenburnie, ON K0H 1S0 Re:

Response to your letter Extension of ATV Use on the K&P Trail between Verona & Harrowsmith dated May 24, 2023

Dear Mr. Allen: Cataraqui Conservation staff understand that Frontenac County Council received a request to extend ATV access on the Frontenac K&P Trail south from Bellrock Road in the Village of Verona to the Village of Harrowsmith from the Verona District ATV Club. County staff formally requested comments from Cataraqui Conservation as the proposal involves access over a portion of the Cataraqui Trail that is shared with the K&P Trail. The Cataraqui Trail is a 104-km multi-use trail that extends from Strathcona in the west to Smith Falls in the east. The trail supports non-motorized uses (excluding maintenance vehicles and snow mobiles with a valid Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Club (OFSC) permit). The trail crosses four municipalities (Township of Stone Mills, Township of South Frontenac, Township of Rideau Lakes, and the City of Smith Falls). A portion of the Cataraqui Trail (Smith Falls to Harrowsmith) is also a vital link in the Trans Canada Trail. The village of Harrowsmith is a junction point where the two former rail properties run parallel to one another. The Cataraqui and the K&P Trail share a single trail surface through the Village of Harrowsmith for a distance of 2.4 km. The trail junctions where the trails separate are located 0.5 km north of Colebrook Road and 1.6 km east of Highway #38.

Cataraqui Conservation 1641 Perth Road, PO Box 160, Glenburnie ON, K0H 1S0 • info@crca.ca • 613-546-4228 • CataraquiConservation.ca

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History - Cataraqui Trail The former Canadian National Railway (CN) railbed was cleared of railway ties in the late 1980’s by CN. In 1993, local snowmobile clubs approached CN about leasing the land and the line became part of the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) official network of trails. Shortly thereafter CN began to pursue disposition options. Through a coalition of the snowmobile clubs and in an effort to preserve the trail ownership, the Southeastern Ontario Rails to Trails Association and other interested parties began discussions with Cataraqui Conservation. In 1997, the Cataraqui Trail was acquired by Cataraqui Conservation from the Canadian National Railway to create a recreational trail with the exclusion of several sections that were sold by CN and remain in private ownership which are listed below. • • • •

Two kilometers (2km) at the end of Trail in Smith Falls Lombardy Glen Golf Course between Golf Club Road and Kelly’s Road in Rideau Lakes (2km) A collection of properties along the shores of Sydenham Lake (5km) The Strathcona Paper Mill property and continuing section into Napanee

Easement agreements for a Right-Of-Way (ROW) through these properties enables the continuation of the trail however these agreements contain restrictive conditions related to the authorized uses. The ROW is noted within the agreement to be for the purpose of allowing the public, under the supervision and management of Cataraqui Conservation, access by way of a right of way across the land comprising the easement for recreational purposes limited to walking, hiking, biking, horseback riding, skiing and snowmobile trails located on the easement, and for the grooming and maintenance of trails. The agreements further state that the easement will be for the purpose of a four seasons trail, to be part of the Trans-Canada Trail, provided that all motorized vehicles shall be prohibited from the land comprising this easement with the sole exceptions of snowmobiles, snow oriented recreational vehicles, snow groomers and Cataraqui Conservation maintenance and emergency vehicles, it being agreed and understood that snowmobiles, snow oriented recreational vehicles and snow groomers shall be restricted to the period of the year during which snow is on the ground and in no event prior to October 1 or after May 31 in any year. From the formation of the trail 1997 to 2019 the Cataraqui Trail was managed by a volunteer Cataraqui Trail Management Board. In 2019, the Cataraqui Trail Management Board was dissolved to allow Cataraqui Conservation to assume the management of the trail for liability and financial reasons. The members and volunteers of the Management Board became the foundation for the creation of the Friends of the Cataraqui Trail. The Friends of the Cataraqui Trail is a local, community-based group of Cataraqui Conservation 1641 Perth Road, PO Box 160, Glenburnie ON, K0H 1S0 • info@crca.ca • 613-546-4228 • CataraquiConservation.ca

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volunteers whose mandate is to conserve and enhance all 104-kilometres of the regional trail, by helping with maintenance, programming, and overall awareness of the amenities of the popular property between Smith Falls and Strathcona. The Friends of the Cataraqui Trail Executive have expressed their opposition with the request for ATV access south of Verona on the K&P Trail, with a few members also voicing opposition to the proposal at the May 2023 Friends of the Cataraqui Trail meeting. Members of the public have also expressed concerns regarding this request, as it relates to the Cataraqui Trail. Cataraqui Conservation staff decisions related to the trail are guided by the Full Authority Board adopted Cataraqui Trail Master Plan (1999) which was also utilized by the former Cataraqui Trail Management Board. Cataraqui Conservation staff have maintained a consistent stance in response to requests for ATV use in accordance with the Cataraqui Trail Master Plan. This stance is based on the public input received at the time of the Master Plan development, enforcement complaints received from adjacent property owners regarding safety, noise, speed, and dust, as well as the intent to retain consistency over the length of the Cataraqui Trail for messaging and enforcement purposes. All properties of Cataraqui Conservation currently do not permit ATV access. Cataraqui Conservation Comments The following comments are provided for Frontenac County Council consideration. •

Access if considered for ATVs on the K&P Trail is recommended to be terminated at Graham Road (1km north of the Cataraqui Trail and K&P junction) to avoid direct conflict with the intent and policies of the Cataraqui Trail Master Plan. The termination of the access at Graham Road requires consideration by the County on how to restrict ATV access from Graham Road to the junction of the K&P and Cataraqui Trails.

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Granting access south of Graham Road by Frontenac County requires ATVs to use a section of trail shared by the Cataraqui Trail and K&P Trail. The use of ATVs in this shared section would conflict with the intent and policy of the Cataraqui Trail Master Plan.

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Cataraqui Conservation and the County share a parking lot adjacent to the shared trail where it meets Highway #38. This parking area is a popular starting point for visitors to the trail system (Cataraqui and K&P) and is often at capacity. Use of this parking area for trailers or loading/unloading of ATVs could add additional congestion to the parking lot and would increase the likelihood of vehicles parking on the shoulder of Highway #38 that would present safety concerns for Cataraqui Trail users.

Cataraqui Conservation 1641 Perth Road, PO Box 160, Glenburnie ON, K0H 1S0 • info@crca.ca • 613-546-4228 • CataraquiConservation.ca

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Concerns have been expressed to Cataraqui Conservation staff by members of the public that should the County permit ATV access on the K&P Trail to Harrowsmith this will create additional opportunities for illegal entry onto lands owned by Cataraqui Conservation particularly in eastward and westward directions from the K&P Trail. Access from these entry points and subsequent use of the Cataraqui Trail would conflict with the intent and policies of the Master Plan.

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In adhering to ROW agreements between private landowners and Cataraqui Conservation, staff implement measures to restrict motorized uses to authorized vehicles only. Although there are no ROW agreements within the area proposed for use, Cataraqui Conservation staff discourage any permission that would increase the potential for conflict with existing ROW agreements east and west of Harrowsmith.

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The Cataraqui Trail is currently posted, advertised, and marketed as a nonmotorized trail (with the exclusion of authorized emergency maintenance vehicles and snowmobiles with valid OFSC permit). Landowners have purchased or own property adjacent to the trail with the understanding of this non-motorized policy. Landowners have expressed concerns with regards to ATV use of the trail and have requested Cataraqui Conservation staff assistance to reinforce the permitted uses through signage and enforcement. Cataraqui Conservation has struggled to restrict access to the Cataraqui Trail by ATVs and dirt bikes. Signage and access barriers have been deployed across the length of the Cataraqui Trail in an effort to limit unauthorized access. Gates have been vandalized and removed by individuals intent on accessing the trail illegally.

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For ATV access to be considered along the shared portion of K&P and Cataraqui Trail, or any additional section of the Cataraqui Trail, Cataraqui Conservation staff will require direction of the Full Authority Board, and a fulsome public consultation will be required.

Should Frontenac County grant approval for ATV access in the abovementioned areas, Cataraqui Conservation staff will need to work with the County to determine appropriate barriers and signage required to restrict unauthorized uses from occurring on the Cataraqui Trail. It is expected that costs associated with physical control measures will be a Frontenac County expense.

Cataraqui Conservation 1641 Perth Road, PO Box 160, Glenburnie ON, K0H 1S0 • info@crca.ca • 613-546-4228 • CataraquiConservation.ca

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Through granting usage of the K&P Trail to Harrowsmith by ATVs, there is an increased potential for unauthorized motorized vehicles on the Cataraqui Trail. This will present enforcement challenges and additional enforcement / monitoring costs that will need to be considered by all parties. Surface maintenance costs are anticipated to increase with an increase in illegal traffic on the Cataraqui Trail. Capital and Operating costs will therefore need to be assessed and incorporated into the annual operating budget and capital asset management plan for the Cataraqui Trail and discussed with member municipalities and the County. Conclusion The extension of ATV use from Verona to Harrowsmith via the K&P Trail represents several challenges to Cataraqui Conservation. Staff have provided comments to Frontenac County based on the Board approved direction of the Cataraqui Trail Master Plan. Staff will be providing an information report to the Full Authority Board at its scheduled June meeting (June 28, 2023). Additional comments or direction may be provided following the scheduled Full Authority Board Meeting and prior to the July 5, 2023 public meeting for consideration. Cataraqui Conservation staff will be in attendance to answer any questions but will rely upon this written submission for consideration by Frontenac County Council and staff. Cataraqui Conservation staff look forward to working with Frontenac County staff and will present a follow up report to Cataraqui Conservation Full Authority Board dependent on the direction taken by Frontenac County. Respectfully yours,

Tom Beaubiah Manager, Conservation Lands

Cataraqui Conservation 1641 Perth Road, PO Box 160, Glenburnie ON, K0H 1S0 • info@crca.ca • 613-546-4228 • CataraquiConservation.ca

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6/5/23, 2:18 PM

RE: Request for Comment: Extension of ATV Use on K&P Trail (Frontenac County) - Richard Allen - Outlook

RE: Request for Comment: Extension of ATV Use on K&P Trail (Frontenac County) Mathieu Roy mroy@tctrail.ca Mon 6/5/2023 9:32 AM To:Richard Allen rallen@FRONTENACCOUNTY.CA Cc:Kristen Gabora KGabora@tctrail.ca;Michael Goodyear MGoodyear@tctrail.ca;Heidi Tillmanns HTillmanns@tctrail.ca

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Hi Richard, I hope you’re well. Sorry for the delay, I was away last week. As you know, our organizaon is working to protect and increase the amount of greenway within our network. As per the email exchange with Michael in 2018, our objecve was to limit the length of mixed -use trail as much as possible, while selecng the safest route for the non-motorized users, moving users from the roadway. Currently, the trail is a greenway. Based on our research and experience, adding motorized usages will generate negave impact for at least some of the non-motorized users. Also, it is important to menon that a change in permied usages will automacally lead to a review of any contribuon agreements currently in place with TCT. Have a nice day,

Mathieu Roy, ing. (il/lui | he/him) Vice-président et directeur, Expérience Sener Vice President, Chief Trail Experience Officer Sener Transcanadien | Trans Canada Trail C: 514-607-5081 Sans frais | Toll-free: 800 465.3636 ext. 4351 mroy@tctrail.ca

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RE: Request for Comment: Extension of ATV Use on K&P Trail (Frontenac County) - Richard Allen - Outlook

It was great to see you at the Trails Summit last month, I’m sorry we did not find more time to connect! Perhaps another time at a future event. I am writing today because Frontenac County has received a request from the Verona ATV Club to extend ATV Access on the K&P Trail further south, from Verona to Harrowsmith, and County Council is considering the benefits and implications of that request. Attached is a formal letter requesting comment from Trans Canada Trail, seeking written comments before June 21, 2023. The Planning and Economic Development Committee will consider this request along with partner comments on July 5, 2023 and make a recommendation to County Council. The committee will also host a public meeting as part of the consultation process. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or to arrange a call if you require more details. Richard

Richard Allen (he/him) Manager of Economic Development Planning and Economic Development County of Frontenac 2069 Battersea Road, Glenburnie ON K0H 1S0 Mobile: 613-483-9767 rallen@frontenaccounty.ca www.frontenaccounty.ca Meeting with me: Book time

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Atv use proposed south of Bellrock Road - Richard Allen - Outlook

Atv use proposed south of Bellrock Road talktous@frontenaccounty.ca talktous@frontenaccounty.ca on behalf of Vicki Mitchell Mon 5/22/2023 5:13 PM To: Richard Allen rallen@FRONTENACCOUNTY.CA

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I am concerned that atvs may be allowed on the trail south of Bellrock Road in future. I strongly oppose. In my experience, atvs (especially side by sides) cannot safely share the trail with other users. I have been forced off the trail by atvs when riding my bike, and breathed in the dust of atvs traveling too quickly. Because I fear for my safety, I have been avoiding the trail north of Bellrock Road. I have seen families with strollers, and children on bikes using the trail regularly. I don’t think sharing a trail with atvs would be safe or fun for them either. I am concerned that this change may be allowed without consultation with all people who use the trail (not just atv owners) and without consultation with residents that live beside the trail. I am concerned that this proposed change will be unduly influenced by atv owners and associations, and business owners that might expect increased business from atv users. I suggest all residents should have the opportunity to voice their comments and concerns on this issue first. Let’s see some polling and outreach to the general public before decisions are made. ————————————Origin: https://www.frontenaccounty.ca/en/things-to-do/kp-trail.aspx ————————————This email was sent to you by Vicki https://www.frontenaccounty.ca.

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Mail - Richard Allen - Outlook

ATV Access extension to Harrowsmith Brenda Crawford Mon 5/29/2023 1:26 PM To: Richard Allen rallen@FRONTENACCOUNTY.CA

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Hello, This is certainly a no go situation. I live quite close to the trail and the noise level at night right now with illegal usage of the trail is daily. People are using the trail in the evening when they think they can get away with breaking the law. This trail is used everyday by bicyclists, walkers, and strollers with babies. Dog traffic is quite dense as well. All of this use would be very dangerous with ATVs racing through our village. Racing is what the majority of ATV’ers participate in. Yes, there are some who abide by the law, but they are in the minority. Coming home from our cottage, via Westport Road to Hwy 38 we see lots of racing of ATVs. They actually get ahead of us who are driving the 80 km. limit on 38. I sped up on Saturday afternoon and it still got ahead of me on the trail. Are motorized wheelchairs or electric bicycles allowed? Let’s try this first. Safety is my major concern. Surely they could find a less populated area to do their sport. Seriously, Brenda Crawford

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ATV Trail Extension (Verona to Harrowsmith) - Richard Allen - Outlook

ATV Trail Extension (Verona to Harrowsmith) Cynthia Williamson Wed 5/31/2023 2:42 PM To: Richard Allen rallen@FRONTENACCOUNTY.CA

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Dear Mr Allen: I write with concern about the proposed extension to ATV access on the Cataraqui Trail from Verona to Harrowsmith. I am a fairly new resident (arrived in 2020) and while I am reluctant to question local culture, I think we need to seriously question recreational ATV use. Climate change is upon us, some things have to change and I would argue that recreation that requires the burning of fossil fuel should be limited not expanded. This is not about respecting people’s feelings, it is about saving the planet. People may have to drive to get to work but recreational ATVing is not a necessity. Were it up to me I would restrict snowmobiles on the trail for similar reasons. Further, there really isn’t a way for pedestrians and cyclists and ATV users to enjoy the trail simultaneously. ATVs are noisy and kick up dust that ruins a walk or a ride. Please do not grant this extension. Regards, Cynthia Williamson Sydenham ON

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Trail access to Harrowsmith - Richard Allen - Outlook

Trail access to Harrowsmith Peter S Thu 6/1/2023 7:35 PM To: Richard Allen rallen@FRONTENACCOUNTY.CA

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Sir, Pertaining to the access of licensed, insured and participating in the trail pass fee that only are discriminated ATV and SSV voters and community are exposed too. I would like you to endorse the voters support of expanding the trail to Harrowsmith. Many years, snowmobile, ATV and SSV voters have to pay for our trail pass with limited access to the KPR trail. I ask you to endorse the expansion of the trail for both economic for small business as well as fairness to the off road community. Please either support the expansion or provide reason why walkers, cyclists, ect can use the trails that are first maintained by VOTERS and the snowmobile federation and secondly the ATV/ SSV community. As an off road enthusiast, I expect that enforcement of lisencing, insurance as well as trail pass to be enforced.. my expectations are that you provide the same enforcement of anyone that uses these trails without paying as I do…including cyclists or walkers. I look forward to your response and support to expanding the existing trail to everyone using trail network to Harrowsmith … If not please ? Please provide how you will ensure that I am not discriminated upon by limiting me to use the trails that I have equally or more have paid for and that you have means to collect the same revenue for access as I currently pay. Equal trail pass fees for ALL users / voters. Thank you Peter Smallman-Tew

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K&p trail opening to atvs - Richard Allen - Outlook

K&p trail opening to atvs Scott Cassidy Thu 6/1/2023 6:30 PM To:Richard Allen rallen@FRONTENACCOUNTY.CA

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Hey Mr. Allen I live on graham road in Harrowsmith. We might really enjoy access to the k&p trail with our atv. Major concern about the large property known as the sand pit were the k&p trail and cataraqui trail intersect. Many residents including myself use that area for dog walking as well as walking the trails. I would consider it a high pedestrian traffic area between The trails the pit , fields . All of that from graham road , Norte dame street and . Already there is considerable erosion caused by atvs and side by sides in the fields. Loud atvs without mufflers are in the pit on a regular basis. It’s a fun area to ride . My concern is that this will become a destination for more and more riders who discover it with the opening of the trail. That will also lead to centennial park becoming a loading/unloading area with significantly increased traffic through the sand pit and upper fields. Is This propery privately owned? Will it be maintained? Excessive noise, dust and trail erosion will increase. A very popular walking circuit has been highlighted on the image attached. Atv use in this area needs to be regulated, muffler laws need to be enforced. Speed limits. And that propery needs to be maintained. There is also garbage dumping and burning in the sand pit after dark . Not sure what the solution is but it’s a challenge that needs proper planning. Hope my insight is not a single voice. And regardless of the decision. We look forward to the future and enjoying the amenities of the area Cheers Scott Cassidy Harrowsmith.

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ATV use on K&P trail Ed Witjes Sat 6/3/2023 10:35 AM To:Richard Allen rallen@FRONTENACCOUNTY.CA

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Good Day I am writing this in favour of expanding the trail use boundaries for ATV’s on the K&P trail in South Frontenac. As a resident of South Frontenac I enjoy the freedom of using the roadways responsibly, however when riding the ATV on the trail iv Verona and North there is a sense of safety and comfort with being on the trail and not on the roadways. There still needs to be a sense of responsibility when using the trails, and I feel this is the case in general when riding the trails. As a Sydenham resident I look forward to expanding ATV travel to all the connected trails. The connected trails are used in the Winter season by snowmobile enthusiasts and my wish is to extend these privileges to all ATV recreational users to all connected trails in South Frontenac and surrounding areas. Regards Ed Witjes

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(No subject) Laurence Whitby Wed 6/7/2023 9:57 AM To:Richard Allen rallen@FRONTENACCOUNTY.CA

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Richard Allen, Manager of Economic Development I have made the following submission allowing ATVs from Verona to Harrowsmith. Have you ever been passed by a group of ATVs while walking on the trail? The fumes can be overpowering and ligure for a long time after they are gone. And don’t be surprised if one or more pass very closely to you. As an additional thought, if you allow ATVs to use the trail, then you need to open the gates that control vehicle access. How will you ensure that other motorized vehicles do not use the trail? This is not a hypothetical question. I have encountered pickups, cars and motorcycles on the trails. Laurie Submission The trail is intended to be a multi-use trail and I agree with that. Other than the obvious noxious fumes generated by these vehicles, in my experience most ATV drivers are respectful of other trail users. But unfortunately not all are respectful of other users. Recall that motorized vehicles are supposed to give the right of way to other users. As a bike rider I am expected to slow down for horses and pedestrians using the trail. ATV drivers should do the same with all other users of the trail. As a condition of approval of the extension the ATV group advocating this use should undertake training of all users of this extension on how to safely operate their vehicles on a mixed use trail. Detailed records of the training should be sent to the Frontenac County Council at least annually. Details of the training should be prominently posted at various locations on the extension. ATVs using the trail present a unique problem. ATVs (and to a lesser extent snowmobiles) are the only potential users of the trail that can cause significant damage to the trail. Over time significant ruts are carved into the trail especially on bends. If ATVs are allowed to use the trail, the ATV group advocating this extended use must provide assurances in the form of a bond or other legally enforceable https://outlook.office.com/mail/inbox/id/AAMkADY2YjlkODVhLWI4ZjYtNDhjZC04NzUwLWZkNDZkYjZmNGM0YgBGAAAAAABaeOCIT7cqRIexUiCd53…

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instrument that pays for and ensures the annual restoration of the trail. If the above is put in place, I would support the extension.

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Allowing vehicles on the trail Annetta B.P. Fri 6/9/2023 11:28 AM To:Richard Allen rallen@FRONTENACCOUNTY.CA

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I have left a comment on the survey but I am not sure if it will be used in any meetings so I thought I would leave my comment here as well. I generally don’t mind too much when a few neighbours sneak through the barriers and drive up and down the trail once in a while. However I feel that once you officially allow vehicles it will very quickly become out of control. I think even the current All terrain vehicle drivers will find it annoying. Accidents are more likely, a major disruption to wildlife will happen and maintaining the trail will be more expensive. People from all over will come and traffic will go up and noise will increase. This may not happen of course but I suggest that you have a day an experiment day. You could have one day or one week as a trial run to see what happens. You could then have a one week period every year or a one day a month or one day a week or passes so that only people in the neighbourhood can join or a club or a key or something where you can control it a bit. Perhaps don’t just open the gates and dive right in only to regret it later? Just some thoughts. Thanks for listening.

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I feel the atvs have taken over on the trails. When you are hiking especially they go by and you are left choking on the dust. Where …

I feel the atvs have taken over on the trails. When you are hiking especially they go by and you are left choking on the dust. Where the atvs are not allowed you can hear birds and other wildlife. So using the trail a lot less. Thank you William Duffenais Fri 6/9/2023 10:32 AM To:Richard Allen rallen@FRONTENACCOUNTY.CA

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Re: Thank you for completing Survey: ATV Trail Access Rick Gurnsey Mon 6/12/2023 5:01 PM To:Richard Allen rallen@FRONTENACCOUNTY.CA

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Hi Richard, I provided some comments on the question of ATV Access on the K&P Trail. (These are included below.) This picture illustrates my concern. This picture was taken on trail that goes from Perth to Sharbot lake, although it may extend east of Perth and West of Sharbot lake. I worry that repairing trails with this kind of gravel will make them unusable for bikers. Rick

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June 14, 2023 Mr. Richard Allen Manager of Economic Development Frontenac County Re: Comments on the Proposed Extension of ATV Use on the K&P Trail Dear Mr. Allen, Please find enclosed my comments on the proposed extension of ATV use on the K&P Trail from Verona south to the village of Harrowsmith. Personal Background – I am a retired Ecologist (27 years with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, Kingston). Lived north of Verona for the last 20 years and walk and/or cycle the K&P and Cataraqui Trails on an almost daily basis. Pilot Project I understand that a pilot project to review ATV use from the Verona Trailhead to Craig Road is currently underway. While I do not know how the review will be carried out, I hope all adjacent landowners are interviewed to fully assess impacts. If the township merely relies on complaints filed, this may not accurately reflect the views of the majority of people since most may not go to the extreme of leveling complaints. Verona Trailhead Parking Area On weekends this parking lot can get quite full as many users bring ATVs on trailers, thus taking up twice the space of a single vehicle. ATV traffic is continuous on weekends and less so during weekdays. I avoid trail use north of Verona on weekends due to ATV numbers, many of which travel together in groups. It gets too frustrating to be constantly moving over to let these vehicles (with associated noise and dust) go past. The Verona to Harrowsmith Section Many people from Verona, Hartington and Harrowsmith enjoy walking or cycling this section of the K&P Trail. I believe it is important to maintain an “ATV free section” where people from these villages can enjoy the silence of a walk or bike ride and not have to be constantly moving over to let ATVs pass. I walk and cycle this section frequently and meet many people (from young to old) with similar feelings. The trail passes through mixed forest, marshes, swamps, fields and farms along the route making for an interesting array of habitats to enjoy and wildlife to view. Trail Condition – Most of the trail in this section has a smooth, well compacted stone dust surface providing good cycling conditions. Where ATVs travel to the north, the surface becomes loose and less compacted due I believe, to the deep treads found on most recently produced ATVs. With each spin of the tires, the tread effectively digs up the underlying surface, keeping it constantly “tilled” so to speak, in the top 2-3 cm zone. This makes the surface less ideal for cycling.

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ATV Impacts on the Environment The main impacts I have witnessed during my many hours spent on the trail from Kingston to Clarendon Station include the following: Noise: While the amount of noise produced by different ATVs varies greatly, they all produce engine noise which increases with speed travelled. ATVs moving at 20-30kph produce a considerable whining or roaring sound that can be heard quite far away. Pollution: Exhaust Dust: During heavy use times and dry periods, dust creation from passing ATVs can be quite intense. Obviously, faster speeds equals greater dust. Surface Abrasion and Trenching: Loosening of the top surface by tire treads. I also often find areas where people have “gunned” their ATVs and produced trenches in the surface layers. Wildlife: I frequently encounter snakes and turtles (including threatened species) that have been run over on the trails. I have occasionally found dead birds that I suspect were hit by fast moving ATVs. ATV Trail Extension Impacts In addition to the above mentioned environmental impacts, the proposed extension should be expected to have the following impacts.

• Loss of a section of the trail that provides a “quiet space” to enjoy a walk, run or bike ride to the local environs of the area. Many young mothers enjoy walking with their children or babies in strollers here.
• Adds significant noise and disturbance for all those living beside the trail. This includes impacting farmers that may need additional gate modifications or changes to herd management. Also, the newly developing Hartington subdivision is situated right beside this section of the trail. Future home owners at this site would probably greatly appreciate the ability to be able to enjoy a quiet walk or bike ride on the trail beside them.
• ATV use south to Harrowsmith will add significant township pressure to allow ATV use on the Cataraqui Trail more broadly, which is currently not allowed. There is no exit to Hwy 38 without going on the Cataraqui Trail. Otherwise I fail to see why ATV users need to go to Harrowsmith, since most will not be coming from the other direction.
• ATV use to Harrowsmith will almost certainly require expansion of the Harrowsmith parking area on Hwy 38 which is already often being used to full capacity by walkers, runners and cyclists. Otherwise where are these ATV users coming from? Don’t Equate Snowmobiles Use With ATV Use While ATV users may argue that since snowmobilers use this section of the trail, then they should be able to also. But there are significant differences between the two activities. Firstly there is much lower use of the trail in winter by walkers and cyclists and hence less conflicts with snowmobiles. Also, the environmental impacts are less since many wildlife species are no longer present on or crossing the trails. Additionally, snowmobiles do not alter the surface structure of the trail itself. Snowmobiles are also currently allowed on the Cataraqui Trail and so maintaining connection between the K&P and Cataraqui Trails for snowmobile travel makes some degree of sense.

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Summary: I believe that this small section of trail holds far more value to local residents as a quiet stretch of trail to enjoy various activities, than as a busy ATV corridor. ATVers can already travel from Verona to Clarendon Station – a distance of some 45km, one way. At Sharbot Lake they can also access the TransCanada Trail if they wish to travel much further in an east or westerly direction. It’s a well known fact that quiet areas are essential to human health and happiness. ATV use of this section would remove that option for hundreds of local people (and visitors) that have become accustomed to walking or cycling here over the last few years. Yours truly, Todd Norris Verona, Ontario

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Our cottage is in Central Frontenac Township. We adore biking on the beautiful, hard packed rail beds throughout Frontenac county. In a few places, these have been completely destroyed by repairing ruts caused by ATVs with coarse gravel that is suitable for ATVs but completely unsuitable for biking. For example, between Harrowsmith and Yarker, from Fall River Road to Sharbot lake in Central Frontenac, and several other places between Sharbot lake and Perth. As more ATVs travel on the hard packed gravel of the bike paths the more the paths become chewed up and inevitably repaired with coarser, less expensive gravel gravel. All it takes is a few miles of course gravel to dissuade bikers from using the paths. Fewer bikers, the more ATVs, the more path destruction, the more coarse gravel. In the end, opening more paths to ATVs will mean losing our wonderful bike paths. So no, I do not support opening up more of the K&P Trail to ATVs.

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ATV Trail Use to Harrowsmith Robert Drouin Sun 6/18/2023 4:26 PM To:Richard Allen rallen@FRONTENACCOUNTY.CA

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Good Day, I understand that there is some consideration being given to allowing ATV’s between Verona and Harrowsmith. This is an absolutely terrible idea and I’m shocked it’s even being considered. It was a mistake allowing ATV’s within town limits when the Bellrock Road parking lot was built, a mistake that could and should be corrected. The trail should be used to encourage outdoor experiences and fitness, not for facilitating the use of vehicles which have absolutely no redeeming qualities. Have you tried cycling north of Bellrock road on weekends? Not a fun experience with the dust and gas fumes these environmentally deleterious vehicles produce. Now you’re telling me that the way south will be similarly affected. No thanks! This is completely counter to promoting Verona as a lifestyle choice for young families considering Verona as a place to live. I’m also puzzled why ATV’s require more areas to drive when they already have hundreds of kms of trails at their disposal. Thanks, Robert Drouin, Verona

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Concerning the proposed expansion of ATV use on the K&P trail from Verona, Ontario south to Harrowsmith June 18, 2023 Dear Richard Allen, This is a personal letter standing in direct opposition of the proposed motorized expansion of the K&P rail trail, which would allow ATVs access of the 9km of trail running south of the Verona trailhead towards Harrowsmith. Such an expansion raises a number of concerns, one being the removal of gates which would then lend access to the Cataraqui Trail which intersects with the K&P in Harrowsmith and has always stood in firm opposition against motorized use. The Cataraqui and K&P trails become one trail, the same trail, for approximately 1km between Harrowsmith, running east toward Sydenham. This trail is also named the Great Trail, the Trans Canada Trail - a trail that has historically promoted itself as a greenway trail for nature enthusiasts. Currently the K&P trail is enjoyed by many different types of users, all of whom engage in healthy active living. These include walkers/hikers, joggers, backpackers, cyclists, horseback riders, dog walkers, and young families with baby carriages. The trail promotes a quiet and safe environment for individuals wishing to enjoy this area’s natural beauty while avoiding busy motorized roadways. Nature trails attract people from urban environments as an escape from the busy, noisy city atmosphere. I stand in favour of allowing motorized vehicles of all kind having a place on any and all roads in our county. In my opinion, public roadways are the most compatible form of use for any kind of motor. The nature trail, specifically between Petworth and Graham roads, is two metres wide in many places, with several sections being quite overgrown and canopied in the summer months. Bidirectional motorized traffic on narrow trails is a safety hazard for anyone wishing to enjoy the trail on foot. Many people no longer walk the trail north of Verona due to its current motorized use. I fear the same will happen along this section of trail should such an expansion take place. Whether intentional or not, allowing motors on any trail system pushes out other types of users, mostly due to legitimate safety concerns. In the past year, K&P trail gateposts have been vandalized along the section of trail that this proposed expansion is taking place. Gateposts were cut through with chainsaws in order to gain illegal motorized access between Petworth and Graham roads. In January 2023, while the gates were open for snowmobile season, a Case tractor was stolen off our farm, which was then used to commit a robbery at the Hartington car wash. Truck tire prints were present on the trail, explaining the thieves took advantage of the open gates on the K&P as a means of trespassing quietly onto our property. I fear that removing gates for year round access will only encourage more types of this behaviour. It will also encourage all types of motors, including side-by-sides, dirt bikes, trucks and other ORVs, an alternative way home in the middle of the night. Dirt bikes currently use this section of trail illegally as they are small enough to fit through the pedestrian gates, and you can be sure all types of motors will be accessing it if given the opportunity. Unless this trail system is policed regularly, what kind of liability issues are we opening up for these adjacent landowners and who will be held accountable if more of these types of situations arise? ATV motors can continue to use any of the public roadways between Verona and Harrowsmith. Public roadways grant direct access to the businesses and amenities in the area. Leave the

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nature trail, which lies west of the Harrowsmith business district, to the walkers and cyclists. If ATVs want access to Harrowsmith’s business district, they can use the roadways to access them, just like everyone else. Keep the nature trail clean, keep it safe, keep it green, keep it undisturbed, noise-free, litter-free, and crime-free. Motor vehicle use produces unwanted exhaust and fumes. Motor vehicle use produces noise pollution in otherwise quiet countryside settings. It produces less than ideal breathing conditions for trail users through excess amounts of dust and it inevitably leads to damage of the trails themselves. Wildlife is more likely to be disturbed and therefore less likely to be seen or enjoyed by individuals on foot or bicycle. Motor vehicle use also seems to bring with it the unfortunate reality of drinking as well as riding at all hours of the night. Not to mention, motorized use will only bring with it an increased potential for accidents, safety concerns, and liability issues for adjacent land owners. This beautiful nature trail is 200 feet from our house, running directly through our farmland where we have livestock pastured year round. With what I have witnessed in this past year alone, between the vandalism and theft, I feel that the permanent removal of gates will be entirely detrimental and only deteriorate the condition and character of this beautiful trail. In conclusion, there are several legitimate concerns that must be considered and addressed with this proposed expansion. For the safety of any pedestrian on foot utilizing the trail, it is currently unfit to accommodate bidirectional motorized traffic. Further concerns include: the prospect of vandalism, degradation and damage to the trail itself, noise pollution to the surrounding properties in the area; dust pollution; wildlife remission; disrespect for nature; illegal activities such as trespassing on adjacent farmland; and any other liability issues which could arise. With a significant number of motor-friendly trails north of Verona, please consider leaving some of this trail motor-free for other types of users who wish to enjoy it. Afterall, ATVs are only one of many different types of trails users, and it would be unfair should their wishes take precedence over the many other types of users who wish to enjoy it. Thank you for taking the time to read my letter. Sincerely, Jennifer Best

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Concerning the proposed expansion of ATV use on the K&P trail from Verona to Harrowsmith June 19, 2023 To Richard Allen: Years ago when K&P first took up the rail line that severs our farm and is only 210 feet from our house and barns, a number of problems began. The trail became an under policed and uncontrolled playground for under licensed aged kids on ATVs, dirt bikes and people in trucks that wanted to avoid the roads. We had people trespassing on our private property, siphoning gas out of fuel tanks and vehicles, stealing tools, hunting without permission, all using the rail line for access. Whenever I asked the township to help, I was told the rail line was private property and not their concern. Finally the county took it over from Bell Canada and brought it up to standards for safety. They did grading, fixed bridges, put up gates and signs for uses (non-motorized in the summer and snowmobiles in the winter). Five or six years ago, the Lennox and Addington Ridge Runners Snowmobile Club took control and things improved even more. They put up more gates and signs, the trail is groomed fall and winter, and fallen trees are cleaned up. If the ATV clubs have use of this trail in the future, do they have the same liability coverage and are they as organized as the OFSC? Or will this fall on the county? I personally talked to 20 of the adjacent landowners along the trail between Bellrock road and Harrowsmith. 17 were for no changes, 3 wanted the trail opened up. I personally talked to 30 people who were walking and cycling over the course of a couple hours on two Sundays in May. All but 2 wanted it kept closed to ATVs. Most said they no longer walk north of Verona because of noise, dust, and being crowded off the trail. They would rather stay on this section. I believe these proposed changes are a bad idea and the trail should be left as is. Motorized use in the summer is not compatible with non-motorized. The K&P trail south of Bellrock road is very narrow and filled in with tree growth. With poor visibility, the safety concerns and liability issues are huge. Sincerely, Rod Wallace

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ATV use of K&P Gabor Solymar Tue 6/20/2023 9:32 AM To:Richard Allen rallen@FRONTENACCOUNTY.CA

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Hi Richard, You spoke to my wife at the Verona trailhead and gave your card for additional feedback. I would like to contribute some thoughts if you are still gathering info. Reasons to NOT allow further usage (I also filled out the survey, but add more here): (1) Dust. While MANY ATVers are polite and slow down to pass, they then speed up leaving walkers with 50 ft of dust clouds (2) Ruts and surface wear. ATVs tend to scatter the fine stone and leave ruts/potholes. This affects drainage meaning puddles and uneven ground. One only needs to compare the trail off the 38 just north of Verona to the one south of the village to see the difference (3) Safety. While a majority of ATV drivers are considerate and polite, a small percentage are not (1 in 60?). Having had a very dangerous near miss with an ATVer doing 80 kph around a blind corner (believe me, once to have this happen is enough… it was VERY close), I now avoid ATV shared trails for the most part on weekends and late afternoon. It is near impossible to pull a dog in and have them under close control and move off to the side when an ATV is barrelling down on you at 70+ kmh. We would not accept 1 in 60 drivers being careless on our roads, why on our trails? During the winter, we had a similar bad experience with a snowmobiler. He berated us for not making our 3 dogs walk on one side of an 8 ft wide trail because he had to slow down from his 75 kmh cruising speed to get past us… and yes, another blind corner approach (4) Crowding. On a recent short walk north of Godfrey, we were passed by 36 ATVs. That’s 36 times we needed to make our dogs sit and then breathe dust (5) Space. Many parts of the Harrowsmith to Hartington trail are barely 6 ft wide. Making space for ATVs to pass requires us to have our dogs sit to the side. On a trail such as this, it means moving off the trail into the brush. That is where (a) ticks reside, looking for a ride to hitch (b) walkers will scoop their dog’s feces to get it off the trail (my wife stepped in some of this just last week while letting a group of ATVs pass) (6) Nature. Trails allowing ATVs always have more squished snakes, frogs, toads, turtles and rodents. The area south of Verona contains a long wetland as does the area just north of Harrowsmith To be clear, I have nothing against ATVs or their drivers. But in this case, maybe some choice and a bit of separation is a good thing IMHO. Thanks, Gabor Solymar

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Proposed expansion of ATV use on K&P Trail in Harrowsmith area Tue 6/20/2023 8:12 AM To:Richard Allen rallen@FRONTENACCOUNTY.CA

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To: Richard Allen, Manager of Economic Development Re: Proposed expansion of ATV use on K&P Trail in Harrowsmith area Hello Mr Allen, I would like to bring the following items to your attention: My mother owns a 60 acre property that borders along the K&P Trail to the West as it runs through the village of Harrowsmith. The property starts at Graham Road to the North, and sits behind the park (which was donated to the township by my father), with frontage along Notre Dame St. and the bulk of the land being located behind the existing houses on the West side of Notre Dame St. It was my father’s plan to create a residential subdivision on this land, for which he had a plan of subdivision drawn up. Unfortunately, he passed away before being able to register the plan, and develop the site. As the land is located in the Residential Development area of the region, we are currently exploring our options to see that this land is developed as were the wishes of my father, Helge (Jack) Jacobsen. Having received notification of this meeting to discuss expanded ATV use along the portion of the K&P trail that borders our property, we wanted to make sure that the township was aware of our plans and that we are in complete opposition to allowing ATV use along that section of the K&P trail. We are already having issues with trespassers and ATV use on the property. We are quite certain that once the property is developed, and a new neighbourhood is located there, that the homeowners would not want the noise from ATV’s roaring by on the trail while trying to enjoy time in their backyards. We propose that the trail remain for pedestrian use only, and that ATV use NOT be permitted on this portion of the trail. Sincerely, Joy Jacobsen (on behalf of Miluska (Hannah) Jacobsen)

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ATV proposal Emma Saaltink Sun 6/25/2023 6:57 AM To:Richard Allen rallen@FRONTENACCOUNTY.CA

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Hello Richard, I strongly disagree with the proposal to allow ATVs on the section of K and P between Verona and Harrowsmith. As a property owner in Frontenac I use the trail in all seasons and would not feel as safe if ATVs shared the trail with me. Thanks, Emma

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It would bring more $$ to the community and get sxs and 4 wheelers off the road ways away from cars …and logically of course licensed and insured off road enduro/dual sport motorcycles too! Atv’s already have from Verona North. Walkers, runners, bikers, horse riders benefit from use of this NATURE trail south without noise, dust and gas fumes. I live in the country and shouldn’t have to drive into Kingston to find a quiet park like setting for exercise. As ATVs can presently use the road there is no need for them to be on the trail. The experience north of Verona has not been positive. The dust they create is horrific and along with exhaust fumes, lasts long after they are gone, not to mention the noise. Unlike most snowmobilers who have some consideration when meeting walkers or cyclists, most ATVs don’t even slow down, not to mention the damage they do to the trail from performing donuts and burnouts. I would be very surprised if trail usage by walkers and cyclist hasn’t declined since introducing ATVs north of Verona, I would certainly not walk there anymore… The ATV interest group lobbied for road access years ago and got it in the area. I don’t see value in expanding access which would increase maintenance costs and move motorized traffic off roads that they lobbied to access. Some ATV users would then be tempted to use the Cataraqui trail to go east to Sydenham or west to Yorker. The Cataraqui trail is not suitable for ATVs as it is not wide enough and in many places the granular base is not thick enough. Beside as a Cataraqui trial user I like it with no motorized traffic except skidoos in winter. It makes no sense to have a trail which can be used for motorized vehicles (ski doos) in winter but not ATV’S in the summer They have enough trail going North. We want to be safe because there’s always a few bad riders. Some are already riding illegally on it Safer then on the side of the road from Verona to Harrowsmith. Brings more income to businesses in Harrowsmith. Safer when riding my atv to Yamaha in Murvale. as a responsible snowbiling family we use this trail in the winter and enjoy it we also help to keep it groomed and cleared….it would be wonderful to use it in the summer as many events are held in the park at Harrowsmith..it may bring more people to the growing amount of events. Everyone should be able to safely use the trails. Opening access to the trail for atv use in the summer months will bring more revenue to the area for the local community. More people using the system means more permit holders to increase revenue, lessening the cost of upkeep that will be required. Please do not allow ATV access on the trail between Verona and Harrowsmith. The great attraction to this section of the trail as it currently is is that it is quiet and peaceful. The addition of ATVs will completely destroy the attraction to the trail for bikers and hikers. ATVs will create considerable noise pollution for nearby residents and pose a safety risk crossing Petworth Road (where drivers already drive too fast). I implore the Township to deny the request to allow ATVs on this section of the trail. If they are allowed, I and my family will certainly cease using this portion of the trail. People who use the trail for hiking/walking/running/biking and live near by will need to stop using that portion and go further to use other parts of the trail. The trail is narrow and has some blind spots so it will be dangerous for other users. Some ATV users drive way too fast which is also dangerous. Plus there are a few houses close to the trail that will not appreciate the noise. For those ATV riders who reside south of Verona, it would be, by far, so much safer getting on the trail in Harrowsmith vs running Hwy 38 to Verona. Harrowsmith would make a great area for ATVs. It has the gas station, pizza place and the centennial park. The park would be a great area for people to park and unload their machines just like the snowmobiles. You can easily run down to the gas station, fuel up and be on your trip. I have lived adjacent to the trail in Verona for 20 years and have no problem with the ATVs using the trail My young sons like to go on our ATV with their Dad, but I don’t feel comfortable having them ride on the road. I would love to have the trail available to them. When we lived in

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Q2 Please provide us with any relevant comments regarding your answer above Tweed, ON - the trails were open for walking &ATV’s - everyone was respectful of each other. Expanding trail access to Harrowsmith provides a safe alternate route north to the trails that avoids having to travel on the shoulder of hwy 38. This makes the highway safer for both cars and atv’s. Allowing atv traffic will also benefit the businesses in Harrowsmith who can sell fuel, food, and other services. The K&P trail going south from Verona is a safe place for people that like to walk and ride bicycles without interferance from ATV’s that don’t slow down when approaching people walking and stir up a lot of dust. I have talked to a lot of people in the area who say no to the extended access for ATV’s south to Harrowsmith. I am not labeling all ATV riders as ignorant to the speed limits and coutesey to pedestrians but I have seen it myself while on the trail. In a perfect scenario, the trails open to snowmobiles would also be open to ATVs including to Sydenham and beyond. I just don’t understand why they are not. Good luck! For unknown reasons this is one of the only sections of abandoned rail bed in Ontario not available for atv use. Harrowsmith is missing out big time. And then it should go west to Strathcona and on to Napanee, or east towards Perth Road village and Smiths Falls. This extension will make it possible to tie into other trail systems, requiring fuel food etc along the way. I personally would like to do a 3 or 4 day ride Godfrey, Harrowsmith, Smiths Falls, Arnprior, Renfrew, either Pembroke or/and Barry’s Bay, Bancroft, Tweed, or Madoc, Napanee then home. Would be nice Also more parking Let’s allow people from as far south as Harrowsmith to get on the trail I am concerned with the safety of motorized vehicles and peds/bicycles. I am also concerned with the ATVs extending their drive onto the Cataraqui Trail which does NOT allow for ATVs. For the most part ATVs are now allowed on most roads, making it hard to find quiet peaceful places for people to walk(Walk with their dog, their kids, grandkids etc.). Also people exercising on bicycles and the joggers, hikers. No motorized vehicles except snowmobiles please. For all our mental health! This will result on more illegal use of the Cataraqui Trail by ATV’s. This will increase the maintenance costs and make it so folks can’t walk on Cataraqui Trail. Folks that used to walk on the K&P have had to stop, because of the ATV’s. It’s the benefit of living rural and also connects to rural businesses My family uses the atv trails as a time to bond in our 4 seater side by side. We live on Jamieson road and currently have to drive down highway 38 till we can enter the trail at bellRock road. I am nervous for my family because of the volume of fast moving traffic. We would be able to enter at Petworth rd and would reduce the safety issue. We live on Jamieson rd and have to travel on the busy 38 hwy with two small children ( 4 and 7 year old) to access the trail in Verona. Motorist don’t slow down for atvs / side by sides on 38 hwy making it unsafe for our family . Please open the trail up in Harrowsmith so our family can enjoy Riding the trails with our side by side . Belliveaus It would be great to allow four wheelers same as snowmobiles. Most riders I’ve encountered are courteous and slow down when passing people walking Hopefully this will help prevent atvs from driving on 38 as much. As it does not look safe. Also it will help maintain the trail and won’t get so over grown. Harrowsmith business’s are missing out on the economic benefits from ATV riders as they need to purchase gas and food &drinks. Why not spend their money in Harrowsmith. The money that would be spent in Harrowsmith on food and fuel alone is reason enough. There is no reason to keep that portion of the trail closed. We live in Harrowsmith The trail is safer then riding 38 I’m sure there is some businesses in Verona that would appreciate an uptick in business from visiting ATVs. There has been vandalism from motorized vehicles on the stretch of trail between

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Town/City

Harrowsmith

Verona

Sydenham Enterprise Godfrey

Inverary Verona Perth Road Newburgh

Perth Road Verona Harrowsmith

Harrowsmith

Yarker Harrowsmith Harrowsmith Harrowsmith Harrowsmith Cobourg Harrowsmith

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Q2 Please provide us with any relevant comments regarding your answer above petworth rd and graham rd for the past year (gateposts cut with chainsaws to gain access, trash including beer cans left in ditches, thefts from properties adjacent to the trail, ruts and other damage to the trail left by four wheelers and dirt bikes, etc). The trail is quiet and is currently enjoyed by hikers, cyclists, dog walkers, young families, horse back riders, and young moms pushing baby carriages. It is meant to promote an active, healthy lifestyle while enjoying the natural beauty of our area. Noise and dust disturbance caused by ATVs will not be appreciated. All the safety and liability concerns adjacent landowners may face need to seriously be considered. A case tractor was stolen off an adjacent property to the trail and then driven to the Hartington car wash and used to break into the coin box. Tractor was damaged. Security footage caught lights on the trail in the middle of the night when they took the tractor. There has been a truck muffler sitting in the long grass between petworth and graham for the past couple of months as well… so how did that get there? All types of motorized vehicles will be using this trail if given the chance. Similar types of behaviour will continue. Unless there is adequate policing of the trail, my stance is a firm no. Half of the atv riders are just going to cause more problems then they already have. They tore up the park in harrowsmith, cut and tear out gates on the trail, and disturb walkers and other members of the community. Allowing access to Harrowsmith would allow many more ATV trail users (with paid passes) to access the trail easily. This could help to improve additional tourism/consumer traffic to the harrowsmith area. I have a lot of friends that live south of Verona along the K&P trail, they have to find other means to get up to Verona to ride the trail. I believe it will be good for the community. I used to live in Tweed and the trans Canada trail was multi use. Yes of course they should expand ATV access on the trail to Harrowsmith.

Town/City

Verona Harrowsmith Kingston Sydenham Sydenham

It expands the access to business in the area for ATV riders to spend money at. Also more options for people traveling to the area to park and ride from. Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Unsure No Yes Yes Yes No

It’s a very straight old rail line perfect for true multi use. To enable more users to enjoy the natural surrounds available to us. Someone like myself with mobility restrictions cannot walk that distance so would be able to enjoy in our side by side. We have family in harrowsmith and it would be nice to drive or atv there to see them ATV traffic will not only provide income to local businesses but the local ATV clubs will maintain the trail as well. Great opportunity to expand our local riding, enhance tourism for businesses in Harrowsmith. Access to the trail from Harrowsmith would greatly improve our accessibility to the atv trail system, which we use extensively in the summer. It would virtually eliminate the need for us to trailer to Verona. Further, it would allow direct access to restaurants and other businesses in Harrowsmith, which would obviously be good for the local economy. If they had a trail permit perhaps just random use will create a race track it happens now but the gates stop it somewhat except the motor cycles It is important to have a section of the trail that is specific to non-motorized vehicles. This allows people who have frailer walking capacity, etc. (or just need to feel safer with younger children, etc.) to have an area they can walk comfortably on. I think it would be great to be able to ride the KP trail it would allow me to get to the Verona trail without having to run the roads would be a lot safer and it would bring money to the communities. Yes why not make it a multi use trail? I would pay to use it yearly Excellent idea! This section is more frequently used by horses, families and even people with mobility issues. Run in with ATVs north of Verona has left my family with a true fear of them. My grandchildren will no use a trail that has ATVs on them.

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Arden Mountain Grove Glenburnie Lansdowne Yarker

Harrowsmith Godfrey Perth Road Harrowsmith Harrowsmith Amherstview

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Q2 Please provide us with any relevant comments regarding your answer above Other concerns are the ruts that are formed when they ride in the wet weather and the dips they create because they some riders can not keep a consistent speed. All tax payers should have equal right to the use of the entire trail Would open access to more users from Wilton and Odessa area Connecting with this trail from Verona to Harrowsmith, illuminates the use of road It’s the only safe access route. Hwy 38 is too dangerous for shoulder driving. By opening trails to atvs, it would keep these riders off of hwys and provide much needed tourist dollars to small businesses along the route. Restaurants, gas stations, small shops would benefit. As a relatively new rider it would be much nicer to ride from Harrowsmith instead of trailering all the the way to Verona. Thanks for taking time to consider this extension. One of our most common complaints is ATV illegally using trail and requests for interventions from enforcement authorities. The noise and dust disturb residents near the trail and walkers and bikers on the trial. ATVs cause an inordinate amount of damage to the trail bed, especially on the shoulders which leads to erosion. ATV users are also responsible for much of the damage, including cutting down gates, to trail infrastructure. We regularly have complaints about ATVs going too fast and potentially hitting cyclists and walkers, sometimes forcing them into the ditches.

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Harrowsmith Odessa Verona Hartington Napanee Seeleys Bay Hartington

It should also be noted that significant sections of the Cataraqui Trail are covered by easements that prohibit motorized vehicles other than snowmobiles. Changing these agreements would be an expensive legal process that would likely fail and lead to the dissolution of a continuous Cataraqui Trail. The extension of ATV use to Harrowsmith would increase the conflict between ATV uses and the Cataraqui trail users. Ending at the K+P trail in Harrowsmith would inevitably lead to more ATVs continuing their journey onto the Cataraqui Trail. There is also the problem of parking. The lot at road 38 and the Cataraqui Trail is already full to overflowing in all seasons. There is increasing use of the Trail by commercial cycling groups and walking clubs which enjoy the non-motorized nature of the trail as one of its attractions. We have had reports of people reducing or completely avoiding their use of the K+P trail north of Verona due to the ATV traffic, as well as complaints of dust and noise in Verona. The Cataraqui Trail was established, and has been maintained, as a recreational space and community asset free from motorized summer traffic since its inception. We would encourage you to help us maintain that asset and encourage its use by not extending ATV use of the K+P Trail to Harrowsmith.

Yes Unsure

No Yes Yes Yes

The K+P trail in Harrowsmith also travel close by Centennial Park which is becoming a key hub for South Frontenac community events hosting musical events, a world class stock sport facility and multiple recreational courts, including new pickle ball facilities. All of these would be disrupted by increased noise from nearby ATV traffic. Everyone should beable to use trails, even others from outside of area, but ALL NEED TRAIL PASSES, WALKERS, DOG WALKERS, NATURE LOVERS, ATV &SLED USERS. JUST NOT THE ATV OR SLEDS Atvs should be allowed to use the trail. Problem is lots of people walk and there are lots of houses along that trail. If the speeds were enforced it could work. If not it will be a shitshow. I’ve had to call the cops before because of Sidex sides flying by my kids on bikes at ridiculous speeds.plus the people that ride horses there. im a snowmobiler and love the use of the trail. Exhaust and speeds must be enforced for everyone’s safety No fair to homeowners As long as speed limit installed and policed somehow through ATV club Showing respect to all others that use this trail this shouldnt cause any troubles any different then the others! Right now ATV’s are travelling on HWY 38 to get from Harrowsmith to Verona. This is quite dangerous. It would be very convenient to expand it to at Harrowsmith, and would

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Okotoks Harrowsmith Harrowsmith Sydenham

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Q2 Please provide us with any relevant comments regarding your answer above even be better if expanded to Sydenham using the Cataraqui Trail. I live in Verona now but grew up in Sydenham. Giving more access to ATV’s to Harrowsmith would be great. I have an ATV and could visit my son in Harrowsmith, pick up a pizza or take back roads from Harrowsmith to Sydeham to visit my father. Atvs/utvs bring so much to a community $$ I live right next to the trail and ride a lot it would more appealing if we could get further than Verona sometimes we just go for a ride to have lunch or dinner I feel that there is already so much traffic in our area and that the trail is an oasis away from the noise and fumes. I walk part of this section of trail daily and I really enjoy the peacefulness of it. There are lots of birds nesting along there, and I often catch a glimpse of other wildlife. We need more spaces like this, not less. Part of this trail needs to be left for non-motorized vehicles, for the sake of a bit of quiet, if nothing else. Better enforcement is needed to keep the few bad apples off the current non-motorized sections and to stop vandalism. Makes sense, keeps them off rd 38. I think it’s a great idea to let people have access to the K&P Trails system. What about dirtbikes and dual sport motorcycles? They leave more space to pass other trail users, and tend to cause less damage in collisions due to being lighter. Money they collect from passes help maintain trail,atv members will go out and help clean trail,help small businesses survive with out of town visitors Damage to the environment, the trail and potentially people from speeding ATVs. Yes this would allow easier access to and from the grocery store without me having to travel main roads on the grocery store with the four wheeler We opted to try, and re-adjust if needed. Perhaps an extra attraction for future residents. We value having this section of the trail that is free from atv’s allowing a safe place for biking and walking. There are plenty of places for atv’s to access amenities in Verona, there is no need to expand to harrowsmith. The restoration to the parking lot along bellrock road and road 38 allows folks to trailer their atv’s there and explore the trail North. Their should be a section of the K P trail where hikers joggers and bikers can enjoy the trail without the noise dust and danger the ATV present. Working well from verona north I walk the trail often with my dog I enjoy the quiet and not having to worry about someone coming up behind me. My mother who is partially deaf also walks that part of the trail- she may not hear ATVs coming. We don’t walk on our road because the cars drive 100km - it’s a great stretch to allow my kids a chance to bike as they are nervous biking on the street. I have a trail that runs along the side of my property and I am awakened at all hours of the night all year round because of ATVs, motorcycles and snowmobiles. There is a stop sign beside my house where they often stop and yell to each other. My bedroom is at that end of the house so I can clearly hear them and so do my dogs which often makes them bark especially if they loudly take off. I wouldn’t want this to happen to anyone else. I think it should be opened all the way to yarker I think it would be great. I most certainly would make use of the closer access of the trail. And I believe this allows Harrorsmith to benefit from local sales generated from the sport. Beautiful scenery and it’s a great ride everyone can enjoy There are very few vehicle free trails for walkers and cyclist. There are many other trails available for ATV use. All can share the trail Atv riders bring investment into local communities and along with the snowmobilers are the only 2 groups that support the trail with funds and annual atv fees

Town/City

Verona Yarker Sharbot Lake Harrowsmith

Kingston Hartington Glenburnie Kingston Verona Kingston Harrowsmith Harrowsmith Hartington

Hartington Sydenham Harrowsmith

South Bruce Peninsula

Odessa Kingston Carleton Place Kingston Verona

Bicyclists or walkers don’t pay anything or contribute funds to the trail it’s the snowmobiles and atvs that support it so let’s support them

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Let’s go further let’s allow them to ride into Sydenham as well Environmentally damaging, safety. Let them on and I won’t be on my bike. Unbelievable you would take away a little bit of the small amount non motorized. This would give the businesses in Harrowsmith more opportunities to get more business. It would keep the ATV"s off the road. Opening the trail for atv use to Harrowsmith will increase reach to several food venues and fuel outlets. It will also allow motorcyclist to support local community vendors and artisans at the farmers markets. Atv access to food land ,gillmores, Gino’s , gas, the pizza place , , farmers market at centennial park , and much more. Sounds like a win - win I do not think it should be opened up to the atvs it should be left as it is Too dangerous and noisy We drive side-by-side’s and sometimes travelling hwy #38 to get to the trailhead in Verona can be dangerous for all. Also it has the potential to bring more revenue into Harrowsmith and Sydenham. I think its a safer and more relaxed way to travel on atv`s rather then driving the shoulder of the road on road 38. There needs to be places for people to walk, stroll, wander that do not have motor vehicles on them. Recreation on trail beds like this can’t always be about motorized vehicles, we have to maintain some silence. The ATVs also tend to cause dust, emit fumes and noise that linger in areas like a trail system because of bushes and tree canopies. As a runner, this makes the experience unpleasant and additionally because of poor etiquette, I now avoid some sections of the K&P entirely. The ATVs tend to run trails now without enforcement, once more trails open up this will extend their reach and they will begin hitting other areas such as the Cat Trail. Incompatible uses. High volume use in this area of pedestrians (children, families and elderly couples walking), horseback riding and cycling. ATV use conflicts with these frequent uses in this area, coupled with the multiple blind corners on the trail. Lack of resources to monitor and control ATV speed, and with the width of the path, it effectively renders the path unusable for the other pedestrian/cycling/horseback riding groups. Lastly, the extension proposed goes down too far, and overlaps with the Cataraqui trail, where the conservation authority has already stipulated no motor vehicles. ATVs have other viable alternative routes to come to Harrowsmith, whereas walkers, cyclists, etc. cannot walk on the highways around the area. A more detailed submission of the above summary will be provided at the upcoming meeting, July 5. To start, I have read multiple times about the current pilot project, but never what is being assessed and how it is being done. With respect to this I would say that the new request is an easy no until the pilot project has conclusions.

Town/City

Kingston Godfrey Harrowsmith Godfrey Godfrey Harrowsmith Sydenham Verona Smiths Falls

Harrowsmith

Harrowsmith

Secondly what is the purpose of this extended access? It would provide access to the Cataraqui trail, which does not allow ATVs. This would certainly greatly increase ATV use on the Cat trail whether it is allowed or not and this publication lacks any detail about what motivates the request from the ATV community.

Yes Yes Yes No Yes

The roads in this area are busy and I enjoy taking my children for bike rides on the trail. Having to contend with ATVs would completely change who the trail is for and would greatly reduce it’s accessibility. We would be able to use local business more, Gilmours, Gino’s, Farmers Market, gas, etc. I also believe they should be open towards Sydenham as well. The more trails that are open the more people can get out and enjoy the outdoors without the risk of riding busy main rds Better access point I think this part of trail should not have motorized vehicles. No additional comments other then access should be granted.

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Town/City

The K&P trail is a means for individuals to access nature and recreation in a safe way, it should not become a thoroughfare for motor vehicles. Side by sides and some ATV’s are too wide to allow safe passage of bikers and pedestrians with mobility aids. Further, motor vehicles expedite erosion and increase maintenance costs. It would be lot safer for us to be on the trails instead of the roads The ATV club is excellent and I greatly appreciate all they do for the community and trail. However, there are many vehicle drivers that are not as safety conscious and make the trail scary at times- especially for people who have hearing issues, young children, disabilities and need more space, etc. People deserve a vehicle-free section of the trail they can safely use without worry. I do understand that many ATV drivers may wish to have that section as a transit route however. My wife and I travel throughout the province to ride out ATVs and support the local businesses where we ride. Small business owners need all the help consumers can give them. A couple of lunches or a few liters of gas may seem small to the government, but to some business owners it means everything. ATV’s can be driven on the road but would be better using an off road trail! They perform trail maintenance unlike other users, except Snowmobiles Economic growth Safer than being on the hwy. Nice stretch to ride. Extending access of the K &P trail is a great opportunity for ATV’s. Let’s all enjoy what our community has to offer. Economic Growth for the township Common sense It will keep atvs off roads and be safer for riders Feel like it is unfair to not be able to get on ATV trails near my home when I pay for a trail pass. Road riding is more dangerous to both individuals on the ATV and in the vehicle! Safety should be of the upmost important in this issue. It will help with snowmobile clubs to keep trail open (trees, brush, garbage) and will help businesses prosper! We live directly on the trail. It is noisy and disturbing enough with the people who already violate the rules of the trail. I live in harrowsmith and have lived here for 18 years and strongly oppose this request. Thanks Strongly believe we need to protect our spaces to walk/wheel, run, cycle, horseback ride etc. for people of all ages without motorized traffic. I feel the presence of motorized vehicles would take away from the enjoyment of many due to noise, dust, deterioration of trail surfaces and the concern for personal safety. Where would it end after Harrowsmith? Who will patrol to ensure speed limits are followed? Dust control? Access across farmer fields? Currently there are issues with speeding through village of Verona and no one to patrol. Cyclists/pedestrians, etc. need a safe space to enjoy the trails. As a frequent ATV rider, I look forward to exploring new areas. I have ridden the K&P Trail from Calabogie to Verona and would welcome an extension to Harrowsmith. I drive down HWY 38 multiple time a day and rarely see anyone on this stretch of the trail - ATV’s will utilize this It is a trail that should be used by all! I believe atvs should be able to use the trail through to Orser road! If not all the time, periodically! So we don’t have to ride the highway Seems odd nor too We cycle on the trail and ATV riders have been careful and courteous We cycle the K&P trail regularly and above Verona, the ATV operators have always been courteous. Believe extending ATV usage to Harrowsmith on the K&Pwill very negatively effect the Cataraqui trail. The ATV are unlikely to turn around and go back on K&P and thus use the Cataraqui trail. The Cataraqui trail is a for non-motorized use. Having ATVs come to Harowsmith on K&P with no place to go but back up the K&P does not seem to make

Kingston

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Harrowsmith Hartington

Trenton

Godfrey Godfrey Verona Kingston Godfrey Verona Godfrey Harrowsmith Yarker Harrowsmith Harrowsmith Kingston

Verona

Orleans Verona Harrowsmith Harrowsmith Hartington Inverary Inverary Perth Road

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sense. Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Unsure

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No

Will give access to Verona Foodland, Hartington stores and fuel, and also stores in Harrowsmith. This will have a positive tourism and economic impact on the local area. It will allow more businesses to benefit from the ATV riders whom will support local restaurants, gas stations and other services. We are an avid outdoor and recreational county, so we need to reflect that in our bylaws. More families have better access to trail and businesses near the trail Why has it been closed for atv in the first place? If it wasn’t for the snowmobiling, this trail would not be in the great condition that it is. Walkers should also have to buy permits!! Snowmobiles pay all the $ and everyone else gets to use for free… If by ATV’s you mean All Terrain Vehicles which would include Dirt Bikes and Dual Sports then sure. Why on earth would a green or blue plate and insured two wheel all terrain vehicle not be granted the same access as a 4 wheel ATV? This makes absolutely not sense what so ever. A two wheel machine makes far less noise, dust, ruts etc. How did such a ridiculous by law banning two wheel vehicles ever get passed? I would love to hear the reasoning on this. More flexibility and access to stores restaurants parks etc. And also the Farmers market and music festivals Pizza and gas in Harrowsmith! I bike or walk 5x a week all year. Do not own an atv so am not biased. The only issue is that atvs loosen up the surface gravel somewhat. Maybe their association could contribute to maintenance. It is safer than driving on the highway. Minimizes disruption to traffic flow on highway 38. Provides more opportunities to support the local businesses. Provides more opportunities for family outings and exploration safely. It is safer than driving on the highway. Minimizes disruption to traffic flow on highway 38. Provides more opportunities to support the local businesses. Provides more opportunities for family outings and exploration safely. It is safer than driving on the highway. Minimizes disruption to traffic flow on highway 38. Provides more opportunities to support the local businesses. Provides more opportunities for family outings and exploration safely. I have an atv and use the other….but I like to bike and walk on this trail. It would be too dusty and they would travel too fast on atvs on this trail. Everyone should be able to use all connecting trails, plus everyone, walkers, dog walkers, bicycles, atv &sleds, all should have to have a permit, as more and more out of town users are present. This fee should not soley be on atvs and snowmobiles. Would make it more accessible to travel into harrowsmith to support local businesses Makes it easier for people that live in that area not to have to trailer to Verona! We are hikers on the trail and any ATVs that we have encountered have always been courteous. We step aside to let them pass and they do so safely. Unsure if they are allowed to access the trails overnight, but hopefully they continue to operate their vehicles safely and without the influence of alcohol and drugs during these times (and always). It is a safe place for families to walk without the need to be on alert for atvs and other off road vehicles. The ATVs create ruts that are difficult for cyclists to navigate.

Perth Road Perth Road Godfrey Amherstview Inverary Newboro Hartington Verona

Mississippi Station

Harrowsmith Godfrey Hartington Harrowsmith Kingston Kingston Kingston Verona Harrowsmith Hartington Hartington Verona

Verona

Yes some slow down but many do not. Small kids should be able to walk the trail freely without parents needing to be on alert for atvs. It is the only trail section in Verona that is safe for residents to walk without atvs. Plenty of trail for ATVs in other sections.

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Right behide my house It would be safer for rec vehicles to be on the trail vs the back roads Would like to stay off major highway to get access local businesses in Harrowsmith. Also have family in Hartington and right now have to travel side roads and highway 38 when traveling by ATV.

Verona Harrowsmith Mountain Grove

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Identifies a need for trail connectivity/access &expands community economic opportunity through tourism This would be safe access to the trail for those who live south of Verona. Many riders need to ride on the side of the road to reach the trail start at bellrock road. Verona ATV club riders are respectful of all users of the trail and do an excellent job maintaining their section. This would also provide an economic boost to the businesses in Harrowsmith from ATV club members. That stretch is the only part walkers have where we don’t have to worry. It’s the only quiet part of the trail there is. Please don’t take that away. ATVs have a ton of trails available to them, but this is the only one just for walkers, runners and bicyclists and it is much needed. The local communities of Harrowsmith and Sydenham will drastically benefit, both locals and the revenue brought from this. Less safe for bikers and walkers. There is plenty of trail north of Verona for ATVs to use Atv use will dramatically reduce by cyclists and hikers as what happened on the trail north of Verona Leave the trail desirable to many others in the community The ATVs create so much dust when they pass and there are now so many leaving from the Verona Trailhead on weekends that I never feel able to walk North on the trail. Heading South is the only option for walkers now. I think it’s a great idea. The atv community will bring a much needed boost into the economy with stopping for food and gas but also little things they need along the at at the other local stores This trail is mostly people who enjoy walking the trail. Will see a decrease in walkers as people choose this section to walk knowing they won’t have an atv come up behind them It will help boost trail economy for businesses. Absolutely. As a rider from Odessa Ontario, it would be nice to not have to ride as many roads, or trailer my Atv and side by side anytime I want to go anywhere, weather sharbort lake, Perth, or anywhere in between

This would keep ATVs off the road. Making it safer for everyone. It should be opened all the way to Sydenham. It is a substantial economic development opportunity, I’m sure that the statistics proved that once they opened the trail to Verona. The parking lot at the trail head is packed every single weekend, it was wasted space before they opened the trail. It would give people more options for lunch and fuel up stations. It is also a difficult stretch to cover, I like to stay off of the main highways, but once you’re past Hardington you’re really stuck riding down Highway 38. I think it’s greatly increases safety. The trails should be available for everyone to enjoy. That trail system is remote area and should be accessible. The local businesses in harrowsmith and hartington will benefit and locals wil have access to the trails that they shou Instead of trailering atv to Verona and bypassing local businesses Allowing

2023-079 K&P Trail Request to Extend ATV Access on the K&P Trail, Verona…

Hampton Tichborne Napanee Elginburg

Verona

Amherstview Verona Sydenham Perth Road Verona Verona Verona Harrowsmith Godfrey Verona Odessa Harrowsmith Yarker Harrowsmith Inverary Harrowsmith

Harrowsmith Godfrey Harrowsmith

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Gives more access for ATV/S/S to enjoy. There are many issues with this. With the shared roadway in Harrowsmith there is no way to keep ATVs from going on to the Cataraqui Trail. Gates have proven ineffective as they are simply cut off by rogue actors and the location of any gates makes monitoring virtually impossible.

Verona Godfrey

Also, where is this going to stop? While sharing the trail with cyclists, walkers and horses is a minor issue for ATV’s the opposite is far from true. We have a cottage in Central Frontenac about .5 km from the trail. We used to walk and cycle on it frequently. But in the past few years the ATV traffic has increased dramatically raising safety issues and DUST. Not to mention the noise level which is quite noticeable at our cottage despite hills and trees between us and the trail. ATVs also damage the roadbed considerably. One only needs to cycle through the area adjacent to Duncan Lake where ATVs have been blocked to experience the difference that ATVs make. We simply find it too unpleasant to use the trail now except in the winter.

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Yes, ATV users deserve having trails but so do those who want to experience nature quietly in a human-powered way. Best thing about the trails is the peace and quiet. Trails aren’t wide enough for walkers and ATVs. The K&P trail should be used by all. It is everyone’s tax dollars that are used to maintain and expand the trail. Having increased access will only help the local economy’s along the trail. Restaurants, gas stations and services will have a benefit throughout the summer months and even into the winter. Safety is also a huge thing, as having to drive along hwy 38 can be dangerous on an atv or in a utv. Many children from schools use this trail once a week for physical walking. Many seniors walk this trail with walking sticks and other mobility aids. It is noisy enough during the winter snowmobiles with our windows shut. Imagine the noise in the other seasons with our windows open. There are enough ATVs using the trail illegally at the moment. Two major roads to traverse across is a great danger issue with just bicycles, unmotorized at that. I agree that ATV’s are enjoyed by many responsible riders. There is an established trail for their use. However I do not support the extension from Verona to Harrowsmith.

Kingston Kingston

Harrowsmith

Hartington

As a landowner on the Cataraqui Trial I am opposed to the extension for numerous reasons. The Cataraqui Trail is a multi purpose, hiking, biking, walking trail, plus horseback riding, in the winter licensed snowmobiles maintain the trail for use. The Cataraqui Trail has signed agreements with multiple landowners. The trail is closed to all ATV traffic. During three seasons the trail is closed to the public from dusk to dawn, folks are not to leave the trail for any purpose, including swimming or fishing. Camping is not permitted. From the inception of the Cataraqui Trail in1997 ATV’s were never a permitted use. CRCA posted signage is everywhere clearly stating permitted activities on the trail. Along with other problems, CRCA has not been able to stop ATV use on the CT portion. The Cataraqui Trail is a mixed use trail for hiking, biking, walking, horseback riding and cross county skiing. In winter snowmobiles travel day or night at high rates of speed despite the posted 50km speed. ATV’s are a hazard and a nuisance for anyone wishing to enjoy all that the Cataraqui Trial has to offer. They threaten snapping turtles during nesting season. The issues are noise, poor rider behaviour, wheels digging up the trail, huge plums of dust, and safety because of poor sight lines around corners, the danger to dogs, and horses being startled. In winter ATV’s drag fishing huts on the trail to gain access to Eel Bay. ATV’s dragging fishing huts trespass on private property to get on the lake. They mistakenly believe that the trail is “crown land” so they “say” they are able to use the trail for ice fishing

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access. Totally false. Calls to CRCA, Lennox and Addington Snowmobile Club do not produce enforcement. Admittedly CRCA’s hands are tied. They do not have the funding or manpower to actively “police” the CT. Over the years we’ve had numerous meetings, emails, phone calls with CRCA to address illegal use of ATV’s on the Cataraqui Trail. They have left it up to us to take a photos of the ATV’s license plate (if they have one) or are going slow enough, and report it to the OPP. Calls to the OPP are often met with the same answer we are short funding and manpower. This is a safety issue for everyone. People who remind ATV’s they are not allowed have been subject to raging profanity, threatening behaviour, plus told “we will come back and burn your house down attitude. I have been harassed online when posting information from the CRCA website to share allowed use. If the extended extension from Verona to Harrowsmith where the K&P Trail and Cataraqui Trail meet, I fear there would be no stopping ATV’s. I fully support those in the area that do not want the ATV’s in their backyards. Why would anyone want all that noise and dust??? Why would taxpayers have to foot the bill for paving that stretch? The biggest issue is managing poor behaviour. If CRCA can’t control what is happening on the Cataraqui Trial, how on earth would K&P protect the residents enjoyment. It likely wouldn’t increase home values adjacent to the proposed extension either. ATV’s are allowed on the roads, they don’t need an extension to reach Harrowsmith to get gas, or pizza. I believe this is simply a tool to gain access to the Cataraqui Trail and beyond.

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As landowners if the extension was allowed and we experience increased illegal ATV use, we may have to rethink allowing access to the Cataraqui Trail for any purpose. And what a shame that would be. They have snowmobiles, why not atvs

• Safer ride for ATV owners not having to be on the road with main traffic
• bringing in more business to business owners in the village
• trails open all around why should just between verona and harrowsmith be shut down There’s no reason why Atv’s shouldn’t be aloud on the trails. There’s plenty of people with fourwheelers In area that would utilize these trails without having to run the roads with there bikes. I know for myself it would cut my trips in half to get to where I want to go. These are what trials are made for. As long as the riders obey the rules of the trail they should be granted access to use it. Great for the community, will also help bring in revenue if proper trail permits are issued. As a cyclist who regularly uses this trail during the summer, we choose this section specifically because there is no ATV access. We feel much safer, and dont have to constantly pull off the trail to allow them to pass. It is also a nuisance to have to wait each time one goes by so that we arent breathing in so much dust created by them. Makes sense, we use it for sleds. Would be good for the local economy Keeps a lot of bikes off the road Responsible atv riders need an area close to home to ride It’s great for families to get out and have some fun, and it brings money to all the businesses out there, especially all the stops along the way and if trails keep getting taken away, it takes away all the fun and money to all the businesses and the joy of looking at all the scenery along the way Would make accessing the trail much easier I think as long as bicycles and pedestrians have the right of way and that it would be required to slow down to a certain speed while passing and/or crossing paths, that ATV’s should have just as much of a right to be there

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Hartington Harrowsmith Milford

Kingston Harrowsmith Odessa Kingston

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For years I have enjoyed walking my children on this trail and specifically go the harrowsmith direction to avoid ATVs. Allowing ATVs on the trail creates an unsafe environment when you have 1 adult to multiple children, not forgetting to add the annoyance of dust and noise disruption as they drive by (waking a sleeping child in their stroller). My kids like to bike, and when children are young they aren’t stable therefore how am I to help them all move to the side when a group of ATVs is driving by. In my opinion ATVs already have many trails (the other direction) and roadways to travel on freely, I on the other hand have limited maintained space in nature to enjoy safe walking/biking environments for myself and with my children. Allowing ATV access will result in many people travelling outside of our community to enjoy safe trails, therefore taking business away from our town and giving it to other towns/cities. As a community we should value easily accessible exercise and promote not destroy safe and undisturbed walking trails for our families and kids to enjoy freely. I often run on the trail and like having an area not dominated by ATVs. On other parts of the trail I have to go off the trail frequently due to speeding ATVs. Feel much more comfortable having a pedestrian and bike area that is safer to use. It’s dangerous for the people walking on it and causes a lot of noise for the people who live along the trail. We want convenient and easy access to worry free trails with no ATVs around every corner. ATVs have enough trails north of Harrowsmith. I live directly on the KP trail and this would be a travesty. People around us walk, bike, horseback ride, amongst other activities. ATVs would spoke horses, run cyclists off the trail, and run over my dogs while I’m walking them. It’s a multi use trail and allowing ATVs would greatly inhibit these activities. It would be nice to have the trail opened up to ATV’s as well as the snowmobilers, horseback riders, bike riders, walkers. Respect is expected amongst all users. Share and respect while using the trail. That is the stretch of “safe” trail to run and bike on in Verona/ area. The trail is unusable in the winter due to sleds flying at all hours of the day and night . I live close to the trail near Bellrock Road and the noise of sleds can be heard until the wee hours. If this part of the trail is taken over by ATV’s , I wouldn’t feel safe to walk, run or bike on it in the summer, spring and fall As it is, the trail is more a road than a trail for ALL to use. I’ve used the trail long before it was maintained and have seen the use increase dramatically since Covid hit. Its great to see people getting exercise on the trail. Its not safe to use parts of the trail at certain times of the day, specifically on weekends due to the traffic.

Godfrey

It would reduce ATV traffic on 38. However, My main concerns are ATV speed on the trails when people are walking often with children and pets as well as the noise to the residents living close to the trail. We expect people walking, backpacking, biking, snowshoeing and snowmobiling to be respectful of our trails and neighbors to say that ATV riders can’t use the trail from Harrowsmith to Verona is almost saying we can’t be respectful to everyone. If monitored and controlled I think allowing access to Harrowsmith is great for local tourism, the economy and just generally enjoyment. This not only gives the Harrowsmith, Hartington businesses a chance to get some additional business but it gives ATV people an opportunity to lengthen the areas they can travel. Snowmobiles are granted access during their season why shouldn’t ATVs be given the same right? My experience is that that ATVs frequenqly speed along those trails where they have access. Motorized vehicles should be kept off the K&P south of Verona. They can use the roadways like other motorized vehicles. The green space from Verona to Harrowsmith is very much welcomed. The adjacent farmland along this section is unique. Quiet, green, pastoral. ATVs are asking for access from Verona to Harrowsmith. They already have access to Gilmour’s and more without riding the trail on an ATV.

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Hartington Hartington Verona

Harrowsmith

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Further K&P trail connects with the Cat Trail at Harrowsmith. Respectful riders obey signage however, many do not. Likely there will be escalating numbers of ATVs continuing along the Cat Trail which does not allow any motorized vehicles except licensed snowmobiles. The CRCA is presently not able to police the trail. This could compound existing concerns and frustrations with users of the Cat Trail and adjacent landowners, many who own the land who granted CRCA the right of way under certain legal conditions. One being NO ATVs. Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes No

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We need to protect our green spaces more then ever! We strongly oppose this. It should be the same as Verona would be great for families to get out and ride more Would save us trailering or road riding from yarker to verona ATVs should be allowed on all trails. Sharing the trail for all seasons is an excellent idea ro explore what our trails have to offer Need to promote safe use of atv. Better on trail the riding roads I feel the trail system should be multi-use like other districts, i think it would used more as, also be seasoned for the snowmobile club’s. It should extended to Orser road as well. This part is used by me and my family for a peaceful walk all the time I currently have a working farm in Harrowsmith along the trail and would enjoy access with my 4 wheeler. The trail currently provides a beautiful natural setting, a place to escape motor vehicle traffic and noise It is better suited for walking, running, biking etc. (Maybe Road 38 could be adapted to allow ATV use among its sides) I believe allowing ATVs to have access to harrow smith will boost more local businesses in the area. And we will see less ATVs on the road witch is not safe when there is a perfect trail to ride on. Parking is limited in Verona, especially with trailers hooked on Far too much noise from ATV’s and snowmobiles.( sometimes late evening and during the night). This is a further disruption to wild life and human life. Will OUR tax dollars be paying for the expansion and maintenance of this trail? We hope not…this expansion is a bad idea! Spend the tax dollars on priorities….not whims! This greatly reduces safety for walkers and cyclists. Also takes away significant enjoyment for those hoping for a peaceful walk or bike in the woods. Please do not allow this! Enough noise with on Colebrook Road don’t want more behind my house on the trail. I find when l walk the KP trail it is ATVs who disregard walkers. Some ATV people already break the rules and ride on trail in Harrowsmith. I think they should be kept in the north where it is less populated. The K&P provides an excellent opportunity to escape motor vehicles and enjoy nature. The safe environment encourages kids, elderly and many other people to enjoy outdoor activities. Atv’s north of Verona have largely eroded the enjoyment of the K&P for nonmotorized users. They are allowed on the roads in South Frontenac and that is where they should remain. How far are we expected to drive to take a safe, dust free walk? Reasons for not allowing… (1) Dust. While MANY ATVers are polite and slow down to pass, they then speed up leaving walkers with 50 ft of dust clouds (2) Ruts and surface wear. ATVs tend to scatter the fine stone and leave ruts/potholes. This affects drainage meaning puddles and uneven ground. One only needs to compare the trail off the 38 just north of Verona to the one south of the village to see the difference (3) Safety. While a majority of ATV drivers are considerate and polite, a small percentage are not (1 in 60?). Having had a very dangerous near miss with an ATVer doing 80 kph around a blind corner, I now avoid ATV shared trails for the most part. We would not accept 1 in 60 drivers being careless or drunk on our roads, why on our trails? (4) Crowding. On a recent short walk north of Godfrey, we were passed by 36 ATVs. That’s 36 times we needed to

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Verona Perth Road Harrowsmith

Sydenham

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Q2 Please provide us with any relevant comments regarding your answer above make our dogs sit and then breathe dust. Why should the trail between harrowsmith and Verona be treated any different then the trail north? I currently live in central Frontenac (sharbot lake) and I have family on petworth road so I can take the trail all the way from sharbot lake to verona then I’m forced on too highway 38 with my Atv all the way to hartington this seems like a safety concern to me! Why can’t the gates simply be opened and atvs allowed through? Snowmobiles are allowed access in the winter time and likely travel at much higher speeds on the trail then atvs do. We live in Hartington and it would be great to use the trail to head north instead of using the shoulder of Hwy38. It would be safer for us to use the trail. The trail will bring revenue to anything in the area that’s accessible by Atv, majority of riders that use this type of trail are respectful, Walkers, runners and cyclists can enjoy a unique and rare natural habitat for animals, birds and plants between Harrowsmith and Verona. I cycle from Kingston to Verona and back several times every year, and I like this stretch the most. When I continue cycling from Verona further north, the K&P Trail is rugged from the ATV tires. The noise and fumes of the vehicles aren’t a pleasant experience. Giving access to ATVs between Harrowsmith and Verona only benefits a few ATV owners. Everybody else would lose. Major safety consideration for hikers and cyclists. Significant destruction of the trail. Opening the trail to ATV will drive hikers and cyclists away - the trail will become an ATV trail. Would be nice to expand the trails south It would be nice and safe to expand access to ATVs to the South. Provides enjoyment for the whole Family users should have trail permit from local atv club Trails should be for non motorized activities for safety and enjoyment. The dust kicked up by ATVs is awful, not to mention the noise, smell, pollution etc. we should be doing more to promote active living, like outhouses picnic tables water taps along the trail. Look at what Quebec has done with their Route Verte! People come from all over to bicycle there. My experiences with ATV’s on the K&P have not been positive. The noise created by the machines is annoying and the lack of respect shown by the drivers is dangerous. The trail is a quiet peaceful place for relaxing walk. ATV’s would spoil this. The trail between Verona and Harrowsmith is used more heavily by walkers, bikers, and horses. Having ATVs on the trail would very much disrupt this. While most ATV riders are courteous, just the presence of the machines and the dust and noise they create isn’t appropriate in this area. Congestion will especially be an issue specially around Harrowsmith where the trail shares access with the Cat Trail. Access for ATVs north of Verona is appropriate but I really hope this doesn’t expand to the Verona-Harrowsmith trail. I feel unsafe when some of the ATVs buzz by me. They are noisy. I want to be with nature on a path, not on a road hway. Concerned about nature impact, disrupting hikers, cyclists horses; deterioration of the trail, noise. It is unnecessary, unsafe and not this intenteded purpose of the trail. It is also not environmental both because of gas consumed and deterioration. The community should be promoting healthy choices ATVs already illegally abuse the Cataraqui Trail. This will encourage them further. I also don’t think anything should be done to encourage use of these frivolous fuel-burning and polluting toys. We live very close to the Cat Trail a walk it daily. This section of Zuk and P Kand P connects with the Cat Trail and there is already gate damage and illegal ATVs dangerously driving and disturbing the peace on the Cat Trail. Would only get worse if allowed on K and P near Harrowsmith What a profound shame this would be. As it stands now I am u able to use the Cat Trail in winter because of the snowmobiles. There are fewer and fewer places available that consider the impact on nature by allowing atvs and snowmobiles. These units were not

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Sharbot Lake

Hartington Madoc Kingston

Kingston Godfrey Godfrey Harrowsmith Hartington Hartington

Kingston Napanee Odessa

Kingston Inverary Sydenham Yarker Sydenham

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Q2 Please provide us with any relevant comments regarding your answer above designed for recreational use. They were meant to be working machines. ATVs any farther south would further limit trail use by seniors, persons with disabilities, those with sensitivity disorders such as autism, horse back riders, and so on. In fact, this would so severely impact my business that I would have to sue the township to recover my losses. It always seems that those with the loudest, brashest, voices, the bullies, are the only ones heard. Please do not allow the use of these vehicles any farther south than they already are. They already rule the trail to the north—which I find I cannot ride, ski, walk, hike on in summer or winter because of atvs and snowmobiles respectively. Already South Frontenac county has lost so much of its natural beauty and diversity to development and motor vehicle use everywhere only makes it worse. During this time when the planet is on fire, it is more critical than ever to limit noise, chemical, light and other forms of pollution. The atv users already have plenty of places to drive. Such a shame should this go forward. In fact, shame on you south frontenac if you allow it—do not give in to these bullies. I am concerned about the trail becoming too busy with these vehicles and it really is not for that. I’m also concerned they will move towards Sydenham if this is approved. We don’t have many spaces where there are no vehicles to enjoy a space and it would be nice to keep it that way. We have a summer cottage in the area and want to enjoy the peace without vehicles. I am an avid cyclist and use both the Cataraqui and K&P trails several times a week. I am also an ATV owner who has used the K&P but tend to avoid it to prevent further damaging it.

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Scarborough

Sydenham

Although I understand the desire for businesses in Harrowsmith to potentially welcome new customers, unless they are willing to contribute to the maintenance of the trails ATVs should be banned south of Verona. This is to provide a safer environment for non-motorized trail users in a relatively busy section of trail. There is also the concern of how ATVs are degrading the trail surface. Indeed, just look at what has happened to the trail when ATVs were permitted down to Bellrock road. The section that goes around Prince Charles Public School is a prime example. Other sections may not be as rutted but the amount of dust is significantly higher in ATVpermitted zones compared to where they are not supposed to be. This is not pleasant for non-motorized users who get filthy even just walking on the trail. It is already a problem on some sections of the K&P south of Bellrock, such as between Graham Road and Colebrook Road. Two home owners in this section have cut trails from their properties to the trail for the purpose of ATV access (more than likely one of them was also involved in the destruction of the gate in the area). You can clearly see how ATV use has affected the trail in this section even though they are not supposed to be there. Another issue is where would ATV use be stopped? South of Graham Road there are no longer any gates meaning ATV users coming to Harrowsmith would have complete access to the Cataraqui trail (many are already using it unfortunately) and we will soon see them in Sydenham and Yarker or beyond. This is a high use section of trail that should remain free from ATV use. There is plenty of trail north, there is no need to go south, east, and west.

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Perhaps consideration should also be given to how the businesses may potentially actually lose business if ATV access is extended to Harrowsmith. Using myself as an example, I would often ride north of Bellrock road and get things to eat and drink in Verona but, due to the condition of the trail, how dusty it is, and the need to constantly be on the lookout for ATVs speeding up from behind I rarely go into Verona. Now I usually stop at the bridge at Bellrock Road and then head south again. They may have gotten more motorized customers but what was the loss from non-motorized customers? It’s a safe place for families to walk or bicycle. We are loosing more and more of these areas. ATV’s would infringe on families or singles enjoying themselves in a quiet

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Q2 Please provide us with any relevant comments regarding your answer above environment. Increase risks for cyclists, walkers and those on horseback. It is used by cycling &walking clubs &and many tourists. There are many safety factors, more noise, dust, the deterioration of trail bed. There is lack of adequate, safe parking in the area. It would make the trail less attractive to cycling/walking clubs & tourists I am an elderly cyclist and hiker, and I am so grateful for K and P trail. There are so few places for us to hike and cycle in silence and safety. There are many other places for the ATV owners to drive their machines including on the road. When they blast along the K and P trail – even if they politely slow down – they are very scary, loud, and smelly. The smell lingers long after they have passed–I doubt that they realize. Too many do not bother to slow down. Because K and P is so special I drive to the trail at Elginburg almost every day. I live in Glenburnie K0H1SO but your survey would not allow me to chose my own postal code. Users in your area come from much further away than the list offered. The world needs more places of quiet and peace. The safe spaces to walk allow for users to de-stress; having an ATV roar past is noisy, startling and keeps users on edge. Accidents can easily happen. The habitat will be safer without them. ATVs’ weight has the potential to wear down the trail and/or increase the likelihood of potholes… another safety risk. I doubt ATVs are electric and our society is trying to decrease burning of fossil fuels. The climate needs to be supported not depleted further. Motorized wheeled vehicles cause trail damage year round in a manner tracked vehicles do not in winter (snow covered months). In warmer months trail use increases as would the noise from wheeled vehicles using the trail year round. An increase in motorized traffic will increase the potential for pedestrian and vehicular conflicts and accidents. An increase in motorized vehicular traffic will result in substantially increased wear and tear on the trail. Who would absorb the associated cost of repair and maintenance? Properly licensed and maintained ATVs are permitted on area roads allowing transit to currently approved ATV recreational travel areas. ATVs can travel on the side of Rd 38. This is the most appropriate place for noisy motorized vehicles.There is no need to spoil the (world renowned) Canada Trail when a simple alternative route is available. Local governments should be looking to increase the ease of access to nature by people on foot, without intrusion by environmentally damaging motorized vehicles. I live in Alberta and I am sadly disappointed that such an idea is even being entertained. Please don’t let this happen. The K&P trail has been a wonderful resource since its inception. Over the years it has attracted more and more visitors who enjoy it for light exercise for walkers, runners, cyclists and riders on horseback. It provides a quiet place for families and others to enjoy the peaceful countryside, some of whom may not have such access elsewhere. Motorized travel is simply inconsistent with enjoyment of this self-propelled peace. I echo the concerns already stated on the website; in particular, noise and safety. While I concede that I have encountered no first-hand issues with ATV users, I recognize that “opening the door” to more ATV use will simply allow for a greater probability of mis-use and possible incidents. The trail is best used for walking and cycling. ATVs will only endanger everyone else using the trail. I bike on the K &P Trail and meet a multitude of bicycle riders using it, to continually meet an ATV barreling down the trail is a dangerous situation to bicycle riders, hikers and horses. It also causes fumes and noice pollution for those using the trail for walking and hiking. It will cause disturbance to the eco system, dust covering plants and eco systems and animals being disturbed by noise. It makes it too easy for ATV users to access other trails that ban ATV’s and I have come across ATV’s on the Cataraqui Trail (illegally) while walking my dogs. How are you going to enforce that they do not race dangerously along the trail ;or go out and cause damage to people’s property. It is distressing to think that now people living in close proximinity to the trail may have to deal with the roaring sound of a group of ATV’s passing by on a quiet family Sunday afternoon. The portion of the trail north of Verona that allows ATVs becomes almost unusable for anyone not driving a motorized vehicle during the non-snow months. Not everyone is a

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Kingston

Hartington

Grande Prairie

Kingston

Belleville

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Q2 Please provide us with any relevant comments regarding your answer above responsible or respectful driver and as a pedestrian, it sometimes feels like you spend more time standing by the side of the trail trying to stay out of the way. I no longer walk north of Verona on the trail as it is not enjoyable. There are enough places for ATVs without taking away trail space from bikers and hikers There are so many pedestrians that use that trail and without atvs it’s much safer. Unfortunately allowing atvs would restrict the use of the trails for others. At Harrowsmith the KP and the CAT run side by side ,there is no way to stop ATV,res from using the Cat .The Cat ,s founding articles state no motorized vehicles other than Snowmobiles. Reason is trail damage and danger to walkers,joggers,bicycles horses etc. The trail is also maintained by volunteers and is not funded by government . ATV.s do trail damage ,should not be on Sametrail as pedistrians Safety, better suited to walking and biking. Noise for adjacent home owners. Dusty, unsafe, loud, please keep for non motorized use ! Will dirt bikes also be allowed? If ATVs are, so should dirt bikes. Air pollution, noise and safety are three of the major points that allowing motorized vehicles will effect.

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Perth Road Harrowsmith Yarker

Yarker Sydenham Toronto Harrowsmith Toronto

This section is widely used by cyclists and walkers as a connection point to the towns and trails and if there is an introduction of these vehicles there will be a decrease in tourists/residents use of the trail as well as a decrease in the safety while walking/cycling on these. As someone who uses these trails for both purposes I can say that in the past when i have been walking or riding on these the atv’s generally go to fast and run people off the road. There isn’t much consideration for their surroundings and it’s too loud for them to hear the walkers or bikers. No

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Tanner Granting access to ATVs along this trail will push the agenda further on the trans canada trail. The trail systems in our area provide a reprieve from automation, petrol fumes, noise and all the pollution that comes with it. We need to preserve our landscape, the relative quiet and unobtrusive nature of a walking and biking trail system which is already highly used and in direct conflict with motorized vehicles. I vehemently oppose this request for ATV access. The trail should remain accessible to non motorized users. If motorized users are granted there should be a condition of use that only electric OHV’s are allowable to reduce noise pollution and to show leadership in switching to a carbon neutral society. The trail should remain accessible to non motorized users only. If motorized users are granted there should be a condition of use that only electric OHV’s are only allowable to reduce noise pollution and to show leadership in switching to a carbon neutral society. The trail should be for pedestrians and cyclists to enjoy. ATVs are loud and kick up dust that can make it very unpleasant for walkers or cyclists. For people with less mobility who are unable to do more challenging hikes at places like Frontenac Provincial, the trail is a place where they can still get out and enjoy nature. And last, when considering climate change and the environment, I don’t believe we should be encouraging recreation that requires fossil fuel. For this reason alone, if anything there should be more restrictions on ATVs, not fewer. The trails are for walking, hiking and bicycling. The trail would become dangerous if the were motorized vehicles. Trail is too narrow and will be avoided by cyclists due to higher speed, dust created. I do experience that on Ottawa Valley Trail which is 10 feet wide (standard for ATV). Not really pleasant! Safety and noise concerns for those who use the path in a non motorized manner I use the trails all the time. I don’t see any abuse by ATVs. In fact, I never see ATVs or tracks from ATVs except North of Verona. The trail is great for bicycling north of Verona

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Sydenham Sydenham Sydenham

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Q2 Please provide us with any relevant comments regarding your answer above so I feel that most ATV drivers are not abusing their privilege of using that trail by ruining it. In fact, the vegetation isn’t as closed in as it is on the Cat Trail. I did 30 km on the Cat Trail this morning and it needs to be mowed. is it possible that the ATVs help keep the vegetation down? I am being treated for Lyme disease right now so I’m very paranoid about all the long grass and weeds that close in the cat trail as the summer goes on. I rarely ever meet a bicycle on the CatTrail, certainly don’t see people racing their bicycles on the cat trail. It’s too bumpy. I don’t see why many ATV people would come anywhere near the cat trail. Have their starting point and ending point at the other junction west of Highway 38. ATV users provide revenue to local businesses were other trails don’t. Plus ATV user provide trail improvement dollars that help maintain the trails for all The trail is for cycling and pedestrians. ATVs would make it too dangerous to use And the cataraqui trial aswell!! Keeps them off the roads And the kp trail too ATVs would make the trail unsafe for my family and I to walk, bicycle and jog. It would also be noisy and cause a lot of dust through the summer. Keeps the atv’s off the highway Concerned about speed and inappropriate behavior, danger to wildlife, children, walkers and cyclists. This is a lovely section of trail that is quiet and full of wildlife. Why do we have to add noise to wilderness areas? Parking is also an issue. Already at the Harrowsmith end people park for the day and are picked up there for construction work—which limits safe places for users to park. We travel for almost 30 minutes, at least twice a week, year round, to use this beautiful stretch of trail These are currently pleasant trails enjoyed by many hikers, runners, bikers, etc. Allowing motorized vehicles would significantly disrupt this while adding unwanted noise to surrounding residents. Students walk along this portion for outdoor ED. It would cut off Cycling to Verona for many groups from Sydenham and Kingston. Noise pollution, turtles and snakes do not stand a chance with ATV’s speeding along. We have a cottage in Sydenham and 100 years of family history in the area. Benjamin’s. This would be great There is a parking that was done in verona that ATV owner can go park a use, if they want to go to harrowsmith they can use the road. This is the only place where walking and bycicle is safe. It is allowed past harrowsmith so why not extend it? It is not a highly populated area and should not cause discrepancies My wondering is why it was not always extended to Harrowsmith. Why? Yes, please! If walkers and nature hikers don’t want to come across people on atv’s, they can stick to the Cataraqui trail which is accessible at Harrowsmith. Or Gould Lake conservation, or any of the provincial parks. There are many trails that people can access if they are bothered by atvs. Anyone from Sydenham or Harrowsmith has to trailer their atvs to verona to access a trail they are permitted to use. The naysayers can go anywhere! We purchased a property adjacent to the Cat trail between Sydenham and Harrowsmith. We were beyond excited to be able to access the trail from our own back yard with our atvs (assuming atvs were permitted - it’s a trail after all) We learned after the fact, that atvs were not permitted on the Cat trail NOR the K and P until Verona. What?!?! PLEASE extend the trail for atv use. It will also prevent atvs from using the roads to get to Verona. It doesn’t make sense for those who love in harrowsmith area to trailer and park in verona. How fast can this happen? Finally! It is a missed opportunity if not Slippery slope. Concerned ATV’s will encroach on Cat trail I am a gravel cyclist who uses the Cataraqui Trail several times a week with my husband. I’ve also frequented the Trail as a runner and walker, at times with my dogs. I am strongly opposed to this request for several reasons:

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Kemptville Bolton Perth Road Sydenham Perth Road Harrowsmith Harrowsmith Bath

Toronto Etobicoke

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DAMAGE TO THE TRAIL: Having ridden the Trail north to Sharbot Lake and beyond, I’ve experienced firsthand the impacts of ATV use on the trail north of Bellrock Road. Compared to the non-ATV sections in the south, the northern Trail is rutted, dusty (or muddy after a rain) and uncomfortable to ride. Large ATV tires wear defined tracks in the Trail with higher, overgrown sections in the middle, which make passing from side to side precarious. The damage to the Trail from ATV use is especially apparent around Prince Charles School in Verona. Once a pleasant, wooded path around the schoolyard, this is now a bumpy, dangerous section of Trail. We often end our rides at the Verona Bridge simply to avoid these unpleasant sections. The juxtaposition between non-ATV and ATV Trail sections is even more obvious further north near Fish Creek, where an approximately one kilometre long stretch of Trail runs through what I believe to be a conservation area, This short stretch is gated and closed to ATVs.. ATV riders bypass the trail to the east. Passing the gate on bike, it feels like you’ve entered a different world: the Trail is packed, level and a delight to ride. I’m always disappointed when we reach the second gate and the ATV tracks return. RISKY BEHAVIOUR: While many of the ATV riders we have encountered have been respectful and careful to pass, there are still a handful who underestimate the speed and power of their machines. They pass too closely and too quickly in a cloud of dust, putting us both at risk. Unless there is a plan to “police” the Trail for irresponsible and dangerous ATV drivers, I suspect it’s only a matter of time before an accident occurs between an ATV and a cyclist or walker. UNCONTROLLED EXPANSION: How does Frontenac County plan to ensure the ATV use will remain north of Colebrook Road and not extend south to Sydenham or west to Yarker? When Verona extended ATV access south to Bellrock Road, I feared the ripple effect. Those fears are now being realized with this application. What’s to stop Sydenham from next requesting a piece of the pie? With each green light south, the ATV riders are likely to encounter even more cyclists and walkers, putting even more of our community members at risk. ECONOMIC IMPACT: I assume part of the case behind this application comes from the Harrowsmith Business Association, which would surely love to see more ATV riders frequent the village’s stores and restaurants. I question whether this is a bit of a shell game, though. As I mentioned above, my husband and I rarely ride into Verona because of the spoiled Trail and ATVs. Verona businesses might have gained ATVriding customers, but they’ve lost my business. The same might hold true for Harrowsmith. Has there been a before and after study of the impact of ATV use on Verona business activity? If so, I’m willing to bet the data shows that opening the Trail to ATVs won’t necessarily deliver a win-win for the Harrowsmith economy. THANK YOU for the opportunity to share my views. I feel very privileged to live in such a beautiful place as part of a community that values and respects our natural trails. Let’s please not put this at risk with a decision that will forever mar the beauty and function of the Trail and jeopardize its long-term health and sustainability. No

I am a resident of Harrowsmith. I have a young child and two dogs, and we use the Cataraqui and K&P trails on a daily basis. On our walks, we frequently pass by other walkers, runners, cyclists, young children, horse back riders, and more, as we complete our daily route. It is one of the highlights of our days, and one of the main reasons I moved out to the country. My concern with opening this part of the trail to ATVs is the speed at which riders drive, as well as the number of ATVs that will be on the trail. While I am sure there are many responsible drivers, I am concerned with those who

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Q2 Please provide us with any relevant comments regarding your answer above speed through these areas, making it dangerous and inaccessible for residents like myself to use. During the winter months, I am unable to walk on the trails due to the snowmobile traffic, so the summer months are the only times I can safely enjoy the trails. Opening this up to motorized vehicles would significantly change the functionality of the trails for many residents of Harrowsmith and the surrounding area. The trail should not allow motorized vehicles. Bikes and pedestrians are sufficient. Doesn’t make sense to have the Harrowsmith ATVer’s have to drive 38 highway to get to Verona where they are allowed to drive the trail safely. Good idea Snowmobiles &ATV users are generally drawn from our area and their associations use membership &licensing fees to help defray the cost of maintaining the K&P - otherwise leaving the cost to local ratepayers. ATVs can use the road if they need to travel. There are no sidewalks along the roads for walking or biking. This is not safe for them and you risk the safety of the walker and bikers on the trail by adding ATVs. ATVs are more likely to be using the trail rather than roads if they have been drinking which increases risk for everyone. The trails from Harrowsmith to Verona have a high volume of foot traffic and cyclists. The ATVs are also not being denied access to the trail they just need to go north of Verona. The ATV users continuously speed on the trail.There is NO way to police the trail. IT Puts people at risk who walk the trails. ATV’s create a lot of noise for nearby homes and cottages and make it unsafe for walker especially those with dogs. It will continue to grow the ATV community. This brings revenue to our communities, whether it’s gas or food and drink. Having the trail that much closer to Kingston and adding length to the trail will be an asset. Respectful drivers should have the right to be on the trail all through South Frontenac! This would lead to more conflict with bikers and walkers and possibly horseback riders. It would also open the way to abuse of the Cataraqui Trail by ATVers. Lots of lovely riding from Verona north. extending the trail will be a great benefit to the community and will have a positive impact Coming from Amherstview/kingston area, Verona is the nearest point of access for the trail. Coming to harrowsmith will help alleviate parking issues on busy days in Verona, require less trailering distance of ATVs. It should be. Why not? Atv’s riders are very respectful to the environment Opening the trail would be a great benefit I object to the additional noise that will be created by allowing motorized traffic, as well as the risk to non- motorized users. Adjacent land owners initially objected to motorized use of the trail prior to its creation. Also, how will the non- motorized section of the trail be monitored to ensure compliance? Will definitely reduce the congestion at the Verona parking lot. It is a magnificent multi use trail. It should be that the full length of the Ciunty trail Open to all. Much safer than travelling road 38 for everyone involved. Why shouldn’t we be , I am able to access it at order rd. On the sled, Doing this and extending it, to harrowsmith will allow residence farther away not have to trailer machines to Verona take it on the trail and would add more income to the club. Less machines on main roads as well Closer to my home to access the trail without having to drive along the shoulder on 38 hwy (Safety) taxes are paid by both people who walk the trail and people who want to ride their atv’s so it should be opened to atv’s or make it a user pay I have worked on the main eota trails for the last 8 years cutting brush and grass with a

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Kingston Verona Bath Godfrey Harrowsmith

Yarker Schomberg Enterprise Harrowsmith Kingston Tichborne Amherstview Tichborne Perth Road Harrowsmith Harrowsmith

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Q2 Please provide us with any relevant comments regarding your answer above large tractor and cutter. I have had very few issues with both atv and pedestrian traffic. I think extending the k and p would create more opportunities for both riders and businesses with little impact to other users It’s an atv not a tractor. Should be all open. Hi, Thanks for the opportunity to provide my input. I have cycled rail trails around the world for decades. I can say that my experience has been 100% that sharing a trail with ATV drastically reduces the safety and pleasure offered by trail cycling. From a pedestrian and cycling perspective there is absolutely no positive impact from opening the trail to ATV. There are many negative impacts. The County will experience a significant reduction in pedestrian and bike traffic. There will also be safety incidents. I hope the County decides to leave the ATV access as is. The trail is there as long as people are respectful they should be able to use it Atv access is welcome in Verona and Harrowsmith should follow suit. Should go all the way to City limits where ATV’s are permitted And anywhere a snowmobile has access. We buy trail passes every year for atv and snowmobile, walkers and cyclists pay nothing and use it all. If it wasn’t for us there would be NO TRAIL. It would help us also not to drive the road to get to Verona. Would allow for more local travel and activities for families Great for the community and will attract revenue to local busineses It’s nice to have a stretch of trail where my children and I can enjoy walking and biking without worrying about being hit by a speeding atv leaving us in a cloud of dust. Would be nice to be able to access Verona It would bring us to other trails This would be more convenient for us to connect with the trail in Verona It would be nice to be able to go further on the trail This should be a path for non motorized vehicles (bicycles) and people with kids and dogs. ATVs would pose a risk and create noise and pollution. All the things you wish to get away from walking on a trail. I have lived in Verona for 12 years and used to run, walk dogs and cycle on the trail. Due to multiple near misses with AtVs North of the Verona trailhead I now only use the trail to the south. To lose this would be devastating to me and my family. For every decent Atv rider there is in equal measure, bad ones, hi speed, excessive noise, dust and ignorance to other users. We cannot afford the whole K&P trail to become motorized and a single use trail. I believe in sharing but this requires balance and consideration for all users. I highly suspect that walkers, runners and cyclists are not lobbying for use so the AtVs are the ones being heard, please consider all users, there has to be a limit. There are lo many under age, unsupervised atv riders already despite what is said. This would really open up options for fuel and food along the way to bring money into the local business We live in Yarker and it would be nice to have a closer access There’s plenty of Atvs/utvs that travel road 38 to get to Bellrock rd to access the trail from there on. It would be safer if you could access the trail from Hartington or Harrowsmith than traveling Road 38 to the Bellrock access point. The schools take kids down those trails. People walk down there. There are enough idiots on the highway we don’t need any more. They ripe through those trails at all speeds with no care about anyone’s safety. The worst thing to do is open them up to ATV’s It should be extended to Kingston city limits to attract more users! It,S a shame to spend as much of all our dollars and restrict it to a chosen few I would like to see the K&P start at the Motel 6 Kingston! Having access to this destination would give folks that live 2 hours north of the 401 an opportunity to spend the night/nights and bring some tourist dollars to Kingston. Beautiful City they have! You can only go to Renfrew &Pembroke so many times.

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Sydenham Kingston

Godfrey Harrowsmith Sydenham Harrowsmith Hartington Hartington Verona Harrowsmith Maberly Perth Road Ottawa Odessa Verona

Odessa Yarker Hartington Harrowsmith

Elginburg Verona McDonalds Corners

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Because the trails already excess its unfair for the people of Harrowsmith to have to trailer their machines to verona to excess the trail… I have driven this trail with the snowmobile and think it would be a great extension for ATV riders. Access to the business’ located in Hartington and Harrowsmith I think would be welcomed by these communities. I live on graham road backing on to centennial park, there are atvs in the park very frequently and on the K&P trail regularly. If the trail is to be opened we will enjoy access with our own atv however. The sandpit where the K&P trail intersects with the cataraque trail in Harrowsmith will become a very popular destination. We walk our dog through that area and many other residents of the village do as well . Atv riders will park their trucks &trailers in centennial park and access the trail through the UPPER FIELDS in to the sand pit area. Others enjoy dog walking and nature walking in the upper fields in this area and will have to contend with noise and dust and EXCESSIVE trail erosion in the fields which is already starting to happen. Those fields and the pit presumably would not be maintained by the clubs or the township. If that sandpit property is not handled with due consideration it will become an issue for local residents and the township. Also Currently people party, dump garbage, and burn garbage in that sandpit after dark. Maybe the township could purchase that land and protect it from those who would abuse it as a dumping ground.

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We want the trail open but it’s gotta be done in the right way with consideration for that property I would like to ride to Harrowsmith, purchase some gas, dinner along the way.. enjoy the trail that we the voters have paid for and bring more value to the $120 trailer permit that only ATV and SSV / 200+ for snowmobile voters are discriminated upon to pay to maintain the trail while, all other cyclists, walkers ect pouch on for free… this is so wrong that we cannot access this..make trail passes mandatory for Everyone that use it.. More trail use Stop discrimination of off road vehicles that are insured, lisenced and pay for trail access and open the trail to harrowsmith or charge the same user fee as the off road community and snowmobilers to EVERYONE equally yes, walkers cyclists ect.. Myself I don’t see why it’s no open to Kingston. As long as anyone using the KP trail be respectful and follow the rules I say yes This great for tourism and residents alike. This is a very rural pastime that many enjoy Allowing use would increase the safety of ATV riders by reducing the potential for interaction with cars and trucks on hwy 38 This would allow me to get to the trail without trailering saving alot of time How much is enough? ATVs already have thousands of kilometres of trail in Ontario in less populated regions of the province. Allowing ATVs into the more populated areas will lead to much higher rates of vehicle pedestrian interaction and potential liability.

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Tichborne Godfrey Kingston Verona Parham Harrowsmith Hartington

Cost Benefit - ATVs cause more damage through the destruction of the trail surface than they contribute by a large factor. Damage - ALL of the $20 per tonne stone chips have been flung to the sides of the trail by the aggressive tread of these vehicles vehicles north of Bell Rock Road. Trail surface - ATVs have destroyed the trail surface north of Verona exposing numerous potholes, and the large sharp stones that make up the trail base Dust - ATVs cause an enormous clouds of dust to drift into other users and nearby residents due to speed, numbers of vehicles, weight and aggressive tread. Costly Remediation - Nearby residents will be seeking remedial action for the anticipated dust situation should ATVs be allowed on this section of the trail. Loss of Wildlife - ATV scare wildlife away from the trail which has a duel function of also

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being a wildlife corridor south of Verona where there is more agriculture. they disrupt nesting birds and turtles along the trail. Loss of safety- open gates allow many other vehicular traffic on the trail to access property increasing the risk of theft. This has already happened. Re Wallace property Harrowsmith. Incompatible traffic - side by side ATVs take up far more than half of the width of the trail when travelling. Loss of enjoyment - People walk and bike on the trail in the south to avoid vehicular traffic.

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Emissions targets - The inclusion of ICE powered ATV-vehicles is moving away from emissions reductions for the township and county in a region with the highest per person transportation emissions in Canada. Not a good look. Helps keep atv off main roads This would make the trail unsafe for walkers and cyclists. Excess speed will be a problem. The trail will also require more maintenance which means more money and where will that come from. Many older folk use the trail exactly because there is no motorized activity on it in summer. Having ATVs on it would have those folk feeling devoid of options for taking a gentle walk or bike ride without the threat of motorized vehicles introducing high speed hazards to them. Keeps atv off highway Would like to see the benefits proposed by the club to ensure safety and infrastructure increased noise in the area; increased risk to cyclists, pedestrians; increased risk of unlawful use of the trail by motorists beyond (south of) Harrowsmith; inadequate parking at Harrowsmith - vehicles will park unsafely on shoulder; more gates being cut down; deterioration of the trail bed. it’s very dangerous for cyclists and runners/people walking, the people whom the trail is designed for, not atvs. ATV riders are looking for a destination point, to be able to go to Harrowsmith and get a slice of pizza or pick up BBQ and LCBO items at Gilmours or take a back road to Sydenham would be a great option and benefit local business in SF. It also connects our community for events that run along the villages on #38 Absolutely they should be! Keeps them off the roads where they are safe! ATV’s would make it unsafe for me to walk on the trail with my dog and my Freud’s on horseback would we even more at risk. Plus the noise and pollution are annoying. I think it would great to extend it, so I don’t have to ride from Verona to harrowsmith on Road 38 To bring more business to Harrowsmith. The more trails the better to get out and see the beautiful countryside. Keeps atv’s off rd.38 As licensed operators (both person and vehicle) I feel there can be room to share public facilities such as the K&P Trail. Harrowsmith, and the track between Verona Harrowsmith, is rural and opening it the ATVs provides increased access for those appreciative of the ATV experience. Public places (roads, parks, trails, sidewalks, etc.) are always, unfortunately, subject to a minority of abusers, and hopefully this extreme element will not influence this decision. Similarly walkers, horseback riders, and cyclists should not, by any special self-appointed designation, to have a moral high-ground in their opinions. I believe all concerns, pro and con, need to be considered and I am hopeful the outcome will be “let’s educate, let’s share”.

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Q2 Please provide us with any relevant comments regarding your answer above By the way the postal code drop down menu below is not accepting my entry K0H 2V0 which is Tichborne, ON. Increased risks for cyclists and pedestrians. Increased noise and disturbing local wildlife. Degradation of path for other uses. From past experience on the local trails, most ATVs don’t slow down or move over for bikes or pedestrians also using the trail. We are forced to stop and stand in the bushes while they go by as fast and as close to us as possible. Of course, not every ATV driver is that careless but, unfortunately, a few often ruin the reputation of all. I think we need to invest in our recreational resources in Frontenac county, and opening and connecting the trails for ATV use will allow recreational users the opportunity to explore in South Frontenac. As of now we need to load up the ATV’s and head North to spend the days and our monies elsewhere. Lets connect South, Central, and North Frontenac together. I have been forced off the trail before by atvs. No room for atv and my bike, and I am the one who would be injured if clipped by atv. If you care at all about safety of non atv users, don’t approve extension of atv trail use There is a far larger group of respectivel atv riders then there is disrespectful riders. It really makes no sense to deprive the many because of the few. Also as a bonus it will bring business to these areas. I live on the trail and do not want the added noise pollution driving my house price down. The have a long enough section of the trail and do not need more access. It is nice to be able to take my 2 year daughter for a walk in nature without having to worry about reckless drivers which I have seen on the parts of the trail used by the atv club. I live in Harrowsmith and I have to drive hwy 38 to get to the trails.It’s unsafe for me and the cars. Cuts down on riding on the roads. Place to get gas and something to eat as well. So many trails that’s not accessible to ride our atv. Enjoy riding. Add more time on trail vs on highway which is much safer!!!! It will help bring business to the community As someone who lives in the village and uses the trail almost daily we already see damage caused by unauthorized ATV’s that use the trail (where the trail splits is a common spot for people to do donuts and destroy the gravel making it uneven and hard to bike/walk/stroller). What is going to be done to guarantee this won’t happen and if it does who fixes the damage? We are also concerned about the speed because we often walk the trail with groups of young children and we’ve already been passed by people that weren’t respectful enough to slow down. My last concern would be that the Verona extension is currently a pilot project. “That pilot project continues on a temporary basis until further information is available on the anticipated housing development in Verona, with consultation between the County and the Township of South Frontenac.” So what happens if this pilot project isn’t approved? The extension seems pointless if the current extension isn’t even guaranteed to stay. Far too noisy and disruptive for pedestrians and cyclists, even dangerous. It will destroy their pleasure of the trail, and sense of security. As A land owner that has only walking snowmobile and the basics. they leave more garbage dog waste and do not pay for the use of the trail. It should opened for motorized units as they are the people that would actually pay for yearly fees and actually help with maintenance clean up and have tractors etc to help out ATVs are destructive on trails like this. Trail should encourage activities that benefit environmental and physical health, biking and walking. Roads are for motorized vehicles. ATVs crowd the trail, add noise, and kick up dust on those using it for biking and walking. At times they add risks because of their speed and/or attention. ATVs severely degrade the trail surface, giving it a washboard texture that makes it unrideable by bike, and more perilous for pedestrians and equestrians. Used the trail system for many years ..bike and run…. ATV drivers very friendly and considerate but their machines chew up the trail and make massive depressions. They have plenty of room going north. The trail head in Verona was a great addition for the ATV enthusiasts.

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There is more and more traffic on 38. Opening the trail to Harrowsmith would improve security for ATV users who would not have to drive long 38. It would also allow visitor riders access to more restaurants in Harrowsmith. It would be nice to run the KP trail to Harrowsmith just for a different set of trailes and perhaps connect to trail heading toward Nappanee. ate’s chew up the trails and will ruin it for everyone Will interfere with cycling and walking use of the trail. Also, the trail conditions will be compromised, potentially making it unsafe for cyclists they should also be allowed on the cataraqui trail There are certain trails that are used by non motorized users. They walk pets, take their children, cycle and are used by groups of various ages. Allowing motorized vehicles, such as ATVs, to use these trails changes them forever. Abuse becomes the norm and enforcement becomes difficult. It is important not to lose those areas where you can walk or cycle and enjoy nature without motorized vehicles. I am a resident of Verona adjacent to the trails and deeply feel that any expansion of motorized vehicle traffic on the trails will have a detrimental effect on trail usage, property values, etc… the future is walking, cycling and other non motorized users and recently we had visitors from overseas who were amazed how lucky we are to have this incredible resource. Let’s protect it and work at every opportunity to reduce the number of motorized vehicles everywhere on the trails. The future is for this trail to be protected. Adding motorized vehicle access in some places to “increase” users and business results is a very very short term way of thinking and does not align with long term demographic trends. Let’s go forward not backwards! ATVs are allowed on the highway. Why is this needed? I often hike sections of the K&P between Kingston and Verona; the trail is well used by cyclists, dog walkers, and hikers. These activities don’t contribute to air pollution, have minimal impact on the state of the trail, and promote physical fitness. The majority of ATVers that I’ve met on my hikes are respectful, but there is the occasional yahoo who roars by at full speed, and/or leaves beer cans and garbage on the trail. There’s always going to be a few bad apples. It would be preferable, in my view, to keep motorized traffic away from the sections close to more populated areas. Thank you for the opportunity to contribute to this survey. Atvs should be allowed on all trails. The trails are multi use that means everyone. Also how about a user fee for everything. Not just snow mobiles and atvs. It’s great for being able to bring tourism and income to the area. ATV enthusiasts are respectful of the rules and would be a welcome addition We need more ATV trail access, as the sport has considerably grown these last few years and having this access will keep ATV’s off of the roads. People from Harrowsmith can travel the path to Verona and can have access to the many trails north of Harrowsmith without having to trailer their ATVs down Road 38. Atv’er bring tourism to the area will help local businesses like repair shops, restaurants, etc and it provides a enjoyable activity for those that live in the area. I live in Harrowsmith and own an atv and would be nice to be able to ride the kp trail Will bring tourism This would be awesome as we have relatives in that area who also own ATV’s who would join us on the return trip- as well there are some great eatery’s in that area we would like to frequent in the ride ATV and UTV traffic through paying club members adds helps tourism in the area. The very thought of this horrifies me. I cycle, hike, bike, ski, and snowshoe on this section regularly. It is one of a very few local areas left where outdoor enthusiasts can turn to and enjoy a small section of this natural environment WITHOUT THE NOISE, POLLUTION AND DAMAGE THAT ATV’S CAUSE. It would be a real shame if this proposal is approved. So all users are encouraged to pay a $25 annual fee to use the trail? ATVers are required to purchase trail passes even for day trips on trails. So does the snowmobile revenue subsidize enough money so you don’t need the ATV’s. A lot of loud snow machines out there. We don’t seem to have a problem with the OVRT. Maybe this group should have a talk with the folks from RLATV club or another club taking care of

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Q2 Please provide us with any relevant comments regarding your answer above the OVRT. ATVers like motorcyclists and campers bring revenue into local areas. We can’t discount a rare few will not obey the rules, but I have yet to see anyone pick up road apples after their horse makes a deposit. Thanks for your consideration. Regards More and more houses are being built and our area is becoming more populated. Along with population increase comes increased numbers of atv’s etc and more pressure on wildlife. Even if these vehicles are restricted to specific trail systems like the K&P, their presence has an impact on local wildlife including direct mortality by collision and noise, fear altering wildlife behavior. Furthermore, we live in a world on the brink of collapse due to use of carbon based fuels, people should be encouraged to explore without the assistance of fossil fuel burning machinery. The future of our animals, nature depends on the choices we make now. Let’s choose in their favor, not our own “fun” at any expense I love the nature on our trails- frogs and turtles and Beavers and birds, and I love the quiet. Motorized vehicles will cause such harm to the flora and fauna. I don’t think there’s any reason for it not to be open to the atv club Great opportunity to further connect the province by atv and bring additional revenue to each area. Atving is a fast growing industry and tourist attraction. These communities could benefit from the development as an attraction. Families walk and bike there all the time. It’s all pedestrians or cyclists. I, personally, would be nervous, uncomfortable, if motorised vehicles were on these trails. As a walker, I am a bit nervous about the fast, serious cyclists approach from behind, startling me. Worse is meeting a motor vehicle in there. There has to be somewhere we can go for a walk without traffic! Really, the whole purpose of these trails to to get people out of their cities/towns and cars, and into nature on a safe trail! We need places in our rural areas that are green of motorized traffic. The current wildfire disaster underlines this I’m an avid cyclist and there are so few areas where we can cycle without worrying about motorized vehicles. There are so few nice, safe, quiet places for people to walk in nature around here. People, birds, animals, and trees should have some places that are free of mechanized, noisy vehicles. ATV’s chew up the trails when they are wet which means more maintenance is required and the trails are less safe for walkers and cyclists. The K &P is not wide enough to support the addition of ATV’s on any stretch of the trail. There are few places we can walk or cycle -without cars &motor vehicles

1. Safety of trail users is compromised
2. There are few places to go where Humans we are free from fossil fuel fumes and noise pollution.
3. Scientific studies and U.S. National Forest Service personnel have identified ATV’s as the source of major detrimental impacts on national forests, the U.S. Forest Service is currently engaged in the Travel Management Process, wherein individual forests are restricting all off-road motorized travel to approved trails and roads. Would make it dangerous for all others currently enjoying the peaceful countryside on K &P trail, especially older folks with small dogs. Please don’t allow motorized vehicles that tend to attract a younger generation and often use irresponsible high speeds with little concern for cyclists and pedestrians. My wife walks and bikes on the trail both North and South of Verona frequently. She finds the ATV traffic unnerving as they tend to travel far too quickly and do create a LOT of dust. Allowing ATV’s to travel from Verona to Harrowsmith would remove the ATV free option for many Verona residents including my wife . We live on the Desert Lake Road side of Howes Lake. We can hear and see the ATV’s ripping through behind the houses near Craig Road. I am sure they must find the noise and dust extremely annoying as it is literally just feet from their homes. Many of these ATV’s are trailered to the Bellrock Road parking lot to access the trail. They could have just as easily driven to the White Lake Road parking lot. I also don’t agree with this section of the trail having been opened to ATV traffic.

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Perth Road

Perth Road Verona North Gower Smiths Falls Inverary

Kingston Kingston Inverary

Inverary Kingston

Kingston

Verona

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There aren’t many nice areas just for walking around Kingston. The speed, noise and pollution deter people from walking or riding bikes. ATV use also scares wildlife and tears up the trail. Atvs are noisy, dangerous and pollute 😡 We should be able to enjoy nature free from machines Many cyclists and walker are using this parts of K&P trail. ATV are too fast and trail are not wide enough to share with ATV. ATV’s are not known for travelling at a sedate pace and are quite plentiful in the countryside north of 401. Would hikers be jumping out of the way to avoid collisions? The two interests do not seem compatible- walkers and motorized machines. Who monitors the behaviour of drivers? Liability issues? There are few quiet trails for people to use. Also the wildlife, especially birds will do much better without the noise and fumes from ATV traffic. I chose to go walking or cycling on a trail such as the K&P to be free of the noise and gas fumes that are part of ATV use. Dangerous to other trail users Increased danger for cyclists and walkers There are few accessible, forested areas for walking/biking/moving at a quiet, slower pace. It is already busy enough with walkers, bikers and pets. Motorized vehicles is just asking for an accident. Not to mention the noise. Let’s keep the trail for people and bikes. As a cyclist, mostly good experiences with ATVs north of Verona, they’ll pull to the side and say hi. I’ve eaten a lot of their dust, too. It provides access to local businesses and also provides safety on the trails with trail wardens as well as dollars to maintain the trails We need fitness spaces for walking, riding and running with no motorized vehicles. Motorized vehicles can add safety concerns for some and be a deterrent. I feel very strongly about this. I have been using the K and P trail for many years. I support the Transcanada trail and rode my bike in the opening relay for the trail in 2000. I have also been on the Cataraqui Trail management board. ATV’s are turning our trails into highways. They particularly destroy the surface of the trails. My friends and I don’t like to use the trails north of Verona any more because of the ATV’s. We have a wonderful area for being in nature in the Frontenac Arch and surrounding area. When an ATV goes by any chance of observing nature evaporates. There is a great divide unfortunately between the healthy people who enjoy walking, biking, and skiing on the trail and those who love ATV’s. They are also Dangerous, and accidents do occur. You need to ask yourselves, what are the trails for? As this section is part of the Transcanada trail it is a very important question. If the answer is a motor highway (and ATV’s seem to get larger and faster all the time). it is very sad indeed. We bikede the trail today and it was very dusty. ATVs create even more dust and they never slow down enough to decrease thecdust when passing walkers and bikers Atv’s as well as snow mobiles bring up the economy in small towns and villages. Gas, snacks, lunches etc. Walking trails and bicycle trails are nice, but I have yet to see a trail pass on either and no insurance on those bicycles. Yet atvs and skidoo’s both contribute to trail passes that helps with keeping the trails maintained. So I would think it should be a no Brainer to allow atvs on the trail. On numerous occasions, I’ve experienced ATV’s not slowing down as they pass kicking up clouds of dust. Motorized vehicles belong on the road, not on a pathway for hikers and bikers. Having ATV’s on the path force bikers and walkers to move to the side of the road where the gravel is loose and potentially causing walkers or biker to loose their footing. If we want to provide a safe space for people to exercise, riding motorized Vehicles along a pedestrian path is counterproductive when promoting physical fitness.

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2023-079 K&P Trail Request to Extend ATV Access on the K&P Trail, Verona…

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Kingston Kingston Kingston Kingston Sydenham Sydenham Kingston Kingston Kingston Kemptville Glenburnie Kingston

Peterborough Smiths Falls

Napanee Kingston

Harrowsmith

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We are also in a climate crisis and so do not want to encourage fossil fuel burning leisure activities. There are not enough options for active leisure and the K &P trail offers this as well as the ability to connect with nature. This would be impaired by ATVs. If ATVs have access, the trail maintenance needs to be stepped up. Motorized vehicles in short order, create potholes and dips, very soft/loose surface on corners and acceleration areas, so much dust everywhere, and two shallow firm ruts with loose surface on both the sides and centre of the trail the rest of the way. Two trees came down north of Verona a few days ago and already the trail is 50% wider b/c of the motorized vehicles going around the trees. Bottom line, motorized traffic makes it unpleasant or unusable for everyone else. The volume of people walking or cycling the trail in the proposed section is quite high. Adding ATVs to the mix would, i think, lead to too much traffic and the potential for accidents. As a regular user of the K&P trail, I also resent the noise and the exhaust fumes of the ATVs. Thank you for the survey.

Hartington

Would like to revisit motorcycles on the trail that are now restricted. I am both a cyclist and motorcyclist. Noise and Breathing the exhaust fume when biking or walking defeats the purpose of being in nature. Moto-tourism is on the rise (especially with the increasing availability of electric options) SxS and dual-sport motorcycles with blue plates should have access. Anecdotally speaking, most harmful, hooligan activity on the trail is unplated and green plated vehicles, commonly accessible to younger riders/drivers. Please consider expanding access to ALL licensed and insured off-road vehicles. Trail deterioration, difficulty of keeping them off Cat Trail both are concerns As a frequent cyclist on this trail I believe ATVs should be able to get to Harrowsmith but bare minimum to Hartington. Because from Verona to Hartington they have no alternative routes because of the big swamp. It seems pretty elitist to keep atvs off the trail when snowmobilers, walkers, cyclists, etc. can use the trail. We all pay taxes. I have atv, walk, cycle, horseback on the trail. Perhaps we need to focus on education and have etiquette rules posted. Not everyone understands how to meet and pass. Dust control ?Instead of the different groups fighting we should be focusing on how we can all work together to make if fun for all. ATVs change the feeling if a trail entirely. They are loud, fast, smelly and potentially dangerous to walkers, cyclists and horse riders. Motorized vehicles (with very few exceptions - notably wheelchairs or other slow-moving transportation) are completely at odds with the purpose and use of these trails. Please don’t compromise these valuable, safe, accesible, family friendly trails with ATVs. I have had 1 instance of my walking poll being hit a by a motorized vehicle and 2 instances of having to get off trail to avoid being hit. ( reported to police 1 instance) I have seen atvs already on this part of the trial! Speed? What if the temporary Verona section is closed? Wasn’t this trail for walking, biking, horses, skiing? I very seldom walk walk on it now for fear of being hurt again. Who is going to be policing the trail? Do OPP have the resources? ATVs are loud, disruptive (especially to wildlife) and are generally incompatible (and dominant over) the other existing users to the trail, including walkers, runners, cyclists, horseback riders, and cross country skiers. This will also increase noise impacts for residents bordering on the existing K&P trail.

Kingston

Kingston

Lombardy Glenburnie Kingston Glenburnie

Verona Godfrey Godfrey

Elginburg

Verona

Elginburg

Opening the trails to ATVs is likely to make it much more easily abused at other times as well (i.e. night time). Unfortunately, our experience with users of ATVs is that many are inconsiderate or inattentive to other users, leading to increased incidence of accidents or injuries - and thus potential liability for the municipality. As well, there are often increased issues with litter and damage to trail infrastructure. In addition, the lingering effects of the exhaust often stays on-trail for other users well after the vehicle has passed, reducing air quality and enjoyment.

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From an economic perspective, the use of ATVs on the trails is much more likely to increase maintenance costs to the trails, and there is no obvious economic incentive for allowing access. It is unlikely that ATV users will bring additional spending to the area. For other users (ie. bicycles and people walking) the ATV’s kick up dust, make a lot of noise, burn fossil fuels which we inhale long after they blast by, and generally prevent the enjoyment of the natural sounds around you. This is a large part of why we walk along these trails (birdsong, fresh air and rejuvenation). Unsafe for walkers (especially those with small children) Unfortunately ATVs degrade the surface quality for walkers and cyclists. There’s tons of other trails that exist already that are only for ATVs. In light of the current climate crisis, I think the focus should be on incentivizing recreational activities that do not require the burning of fossil fuels: like cycling, walking, hiking, etc. Some ATV drivers have no regard for speed limits or other users of the trail in the sections where they do have access, making it dangerous for anyone else. ATVs not compatible with current trail use. Loud and potentially unsafe with little kids on trails. I would like to see data usage of both ATVs and pedestrian on this length of trail to make a better decision. I do agree that winter may be a good time to allow ATVs on trail as opposed to spring/ summer Safety issue for walkers, runners, cyclists and pet owners Internal combustion recreation should be considered in light of the increasing extreme weather events we’re seeing across the country including in our area (the Quebec fire smoke). Healthy outdoor activities should not be interrupted by polluting, noisy, fossil fuel burning vehicles. Enjoying nature while outdoors is becoming a more rare event. ATV’s are noisy, fast, and unsafe around walkers, biking and often young children on these trails. As gas filed vehicles they also give off gas fumes which will linger for bikers and walkers. They also will take up large area on the trails forcing walkers, bikers to have to consistently give way to them. Please DO NOT ALLOW THESE VEHICLES! Unnecessary. Promotes excessive use of vehicles and is a disturbance to people and wildlife. ATV’s are useful for travelling across terrain that a standard vehicle wouldn’t otherwise be able to. There is no need, or valuable use, to increase allowance. There are plenty of ATV trails available for recreational use elsewhere - efforts should be focused on maintaining current trails, not expanding. Atv trail sharing is not compatible with cycling, walking dogs and going for walks with babies. I use this trail for walks with my baby while she naps. Trail should be maintained for non motorized activities such as hiking, cycling, snowshoeing, X -country skiiing. I am a frequent hiker on the trail There are very few places for people to walk undisturbed. My sister was recently walking on the trail and some ATV’s zoomed past them at a very high speed; this was startling and dangerous. I enjoy using the trails with my baby and ATVs are not compatible with babies due to noise, fumes, etc. I believe that the trail should have access to everyone (even though I’m not an ATV’er, but a cyclist). Education and enforcement is the key, not restriction. It makes it unsafe for those using the trails on foot. Particularly for children. It also makes a horrible stench. Dangerous to cyclists. Activities on the trail should be environmentally friendly, and promote healthy activities. This was build and funded as an active transportation corridor. ATV users have been steadily chipping away at this. They have plenty of other places to ride. Please leave K&P/Cat trail for non-motorized use. I Iove riding my bike on this trail. The idea of an atv flying towards me at high speed is not appealing at all. When the trail curves it is difficult to see what is around the corner and I worry they will go too fast and there will be accidents.

2023-079 K&P Trail Request to Extend ATV Access on the K&P Trail, Verona…

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Sydenham

Elginburg Kingston Inverary Kingston Kingston Inverary Yarker Inverary

Kingston

Inverary

Amherstview Kingston Kingston Kingston Bath Kingston Gloucester Perth Road Kingston

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We walk the trails often with our kids (4.5, 3 and a newborn in a stroller). Tabs are loud and many drivers can be inconsiderate. The trails are not wide enough in some areas for them to pass by walkers, runners or cyclists safely. I am a cyclist and there are so few places we can ride without motorized traffic. Being able to ride the K &P Trail without worrying about being passed by a motorized vehicle is one of its biggest attractions. And there is already enough noise pollution in our world!! They are disturbing to wild life, and the enjoyment of the trail. Walking, biking. They are often noisy and disturb nature and the pleasant quiet of the trail. They spook horses and may be safe passing adults and bikers but very unsafe passing toddlers and kids. I sometimes have a hard time moving out of the way of bikers with my stroller and toddler let alone an ATV. The addition of ATVs to trail access increases chances of a pedestrian vs motor vehicle crash and decreases the opportunity for healthier, cleaner living for local populations who use the trail for non motorized activity. It is kind of the opposite of what should be happening in 2023. As a runner and mom who likes to take my kids on the K&P for hiking and bike rides without having to worry about motorized vehicles, I would hate to see ATVs ruin that experience. I don’t like the idea of noise or kicking up dust on us, and I really don’t like the thought of having to worry about my kids getting hurt. The care free part of being on a trail is something precious! There are other sections of the trail that are accessible to ATVs. I was on the trail recently near Tichborne &there were ATVs going fast and did not slow down for four walkers - I had to rapidly move myself &my belongings off the trail and they left a cloud of dust behind them. These noisy vehicles disturb the wildlife and degrade the natural environment. I do not feel safe walking on the trail when there are ATV riders such as those mentioned above who do not respect other users. Thank you for seeking input on this issue. I would like my name witheld from any public report. It’s noise and dust pollution for hikers and wildlife. Expanding the legal trail system can alleviate the problem of riders using private property without permission K&P Trail is for non-motorized vehicles We hike this lovely, peaceful, relatively accessible stretch of the K&P year round and cycle along it from early spring to late fall. ATVs damage the rail trail surface and their loud noise is jarring to older folks, families and pets. Having the council review this proposal would be very irresponsible as the locals have already expressed strongly against making this section motorized. This was already clearly communicated. This section is heavily used by children, dog walkers, hikers, bicyclists, and horseback. The trail does NOT have the space to share with motorized vehicles. They already pose a problem with the limited access. People refuse to walk with or without children on the Verona section because the ATV riders have added a big accident risk. Doing this is not beneficial to the locals, and actually is the opposite. The trail will become unenjoyable and unsafe due to loud motors, high speeds, dust, and overall increase of traffic. This adds minimal economic value to Harrowsmith in comparison to the damage, and increases maintenance cost and emissions that will be added. The part of the trail that is proposed for extension will forever be changed and not for the good. No more peace in our small town. Speed signs, calcium dust control and trail “rules” are a joke. The majority of ATV trail riders do NOT follow the rules. And where is everyone going to park? Because the big patch of green space by the gas station (old train station) is a monarch Butterfly breeding ground of milkweed that has taken years to build up. This will only benefit people outside the village of harrowsmith and cause unhappy residents and daily users of the trail. My property backs onto the trail, I see 1st hand how irresponsible the ATV riders are , and inviting everyone (without a pass) is a very bad idea. There is a lot more to this than on the surface. It’s not just an extension that adds value to certain few, it has more negative outcomes to more people. Don’t wreck your beautiful nature trails to bring out of town people to rip it up and ruin the peaceful place we have. Please do NOT allow motorized vehicles on this section.

Joyceville

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Kingston

Kingston Kingston Battersea Bath

Kingston

Kingston

Kingston Seeleys Bay Kingston Kingston Harrowsmith

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Q2 Please provide us with any relevant comments regarding your answer above Please respond via email to this ATVs are an assault on nature and on the peaceful experience of enjoying nature of the outdoors. ATVs are loud motorized vehicles that make walking, cycling or running no longer enjoyable or safe on the KP. ATV usage would mean I will no longer use K&P Trail. The K&P Trail should be reserved for sell powered recreation. They are dangerous and far too fast. This takes away from a safe and accessible space in our community. The noise scares the wild life and takes away from the beauty. Increased noise, pollution, speed, will harm the experience for hikers and cyclists. ATVs on the trail would pose a collision risk to children as well as wildlife on the trail. It is a beautiful trail and should be used by atvs and enjoyed by more people. Harrowsmith local restaurants, gas stations and other shops would all benefit. This would make things easier for me to access the trail ATVs should be permitted to use the Cataraqui Trail in Sydenham to allow access to the KP Trail. This would decrease ATV traffic along Rutledge Rd. Regular user of the K&P trail where I take my young kids as a safe space for them to run, play and learn to cycle in a safe space where we don’t have to worry about motorized traffic. Strongly oppose this proposal. The ATV community brings an additional income stream to all areas to which it is allowed access. The ATV season(typically from May to December)is a time enjoyed by thousands of ATVers and we are always looking for more destinations. The ATV community is a powerful platform, through word of mouth and social media, to promote local businesses and tourism. Harrowsmith access via the K&P trail from Verona would be an excellent addition. The noise of motorized vehicles detracts from the natural environment which I believe the trail was created to access. The speed of motorized vehicles is also a safety concern for hikers &cyclists on the trail. As ATV use creeps south, it becomes closer to major populations and is in greater conflict with people seeking quiet enjoyment of their natural surroundings. ATV’s damage the maintained surface of the K&P trail especially in wet conditions. They are all terrain vehicles. They can leave deep ruts which make use of the trail for walking and cycling difficult. It will also not allow for limited disability personal access.

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Kingston Kingston Kingston Verona Kingston Kingston Harrowsmith Odessa Sydenham Kingston Smiths Falls

Kingston

Kingston

I understand ATV’s and snowmobiles want to have access to these straight away areas but feel that the destruction they cause will then require a lot more maintenance from the communities. As previously seen, the bridge in the past years was damaged due to snowmobiles and had to be extensively replaced. Unless the K&P trail is paved, I see no benefit to allowing ATV’s especially in the wet conditions of spring and fall. No No

My opinion I think a very bad idea ,too many will show lack of respect for others using the trail hikers and bicyclists. Very dangerous for people walking their pets or children . Very hard to avoid an ATV going 30 to 50 mph . The trail is intended to be a multi-use trail and I agree with that.

Bath Kingston

Other than the obvious noxious fumes generated by these vehicles, in my experience most ATV drivers are respectful of other trail users. But unfortunately not all are respectful of other users. Recall that motorized vehicles are supposed to give the right of way to other users. As I bike rider I am expected to slow down for horse and pedestrians using the trail. ATV drivers should do the same with all other usrs of the trail. As a condition of approval of the extension the ATV group advocating this use should undertake training of all users of this extension on how to safely operate their vehicles on a mixed use trail. Detailed records of the training should be sent to the Frontenac

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County Council at least annually. Details of the training should be prominently posted at various locations on the extension. ATVs using the trail present a unique problem. ATV’s (and to a lesser extent snowmobiles) are the only potential users of the trail that can cause significant damage to the trail. Over time significant ruts are carved into the trail especially on bends. If ATV’s are allowed to use the trail, the ATV group advocating this extended use must provide assurances in the form of a bond or other legally enforceable instrument that pays for and ensures the annual restoration of the trail. Yes No No No No

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If the above is put in place, I would support the extension. Being a member of the OFATV it would be monitored. Like other organization the safe team and OPP would be able to be available when needed. They only have to catch a few bad apples, then the message would be clear not to abuse the use of the trail. it would be very disruptive of the nature and animals. it would make it inaccessible to wheelchairs and others who use that trail for walking hiking and rolling. birdwatching would be impossible due to the noise. ATVs are already a nuisance on the trails around walkers, bikers and horses. It’s nice to have a section of trails that can enjoy the peaceful quiet of nature without the sounds of engines revving in the background. Too Scary for people walking and enjoying nature to have to dodge ATV’s flying along the trails. Someone is going to get hurt. Safety – increased risks for cyclists, walkers and those on horseback. Despite the speed limit, ATVs go way too fast. Increased Noise and Air Pollution – not appreciated by residents, trail users, or tourists. Even when the ATVs slow down on approaching walkers or cyclists, they leave a huge dust plume behind them. Parking at Harrowsmith Inadequate – resulting in cars parked on the shoulder and risk of accidents along Hwy 38 Decreased Use By Cycling/Walking Clubs &Tourists – safety, noise, dust, deteriorating trail bed &lack of adequate, safe parking would make the trail less attractive to cycling/walking clubs &tourists. This whole idea goes against a philosophy of being concerned for the environment and making wise choices. ATVs have a role as utility vehicles, but why would their further use for recreation be encouraged at the negative impact on self-propelled, healthy, less harmful activities such as walking and cycling. This seems to be a step backwards for the overall general public. As an avid user, who frequently stops at businesses in both Harrowsmith and Verona, I will be far less inclined to use that section of the K&P trail. I can think of so many reasons why this is not in the overall best interest of the community and cannot think of any reasons why it’s a good idea, except for a small number of ATV users who must not care about others’ access and enjoyment or the long-term consequences. As an avid cyclist, I find that there are fewer and fewer places I can ride where I don’t have to be afraid of being hit by motorized vehicles. Please don’t take away one of my few remaining options. Harmful to the environment. ATVs are not a community building activity which opposes the purpose of the trail (as I understand it). Fossil fuel sports are.not well suited to conservation areas. Two points: 1) ATV’s have permission to drive on the shoulders of township roads… why do they need more space on a trail that, for most of this section, follows Road 38? 2) South of Verona, the trail goes through various wetlands and other sensitive habitats. Not as if areas of the trail to the north, where ATVs are permitted, don’t go through sensitive habitat, but why introduce motorized vehicles here, too? As a cyclist traveling to my woodlot in Piccadilly (yes, despite my Kingston postal code, I am a taxpayer in South Frontenac), I can choose to get off the trail in Verona and ride the shoulder along Road 38 north if I want to avoid dust and unpredictability of ATVs. The stretch of Road 38 from Harrowsmith is a death trap for cyclists - please leave us a safe place to ride without any danger from motorized vehicles.

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Unsure

Many Atv drivers are very respectful and drive at a reasonable speed, however, those that speed put walkers at risk. If you open up the trailer further, find environmental designs to prevent speeding. ATVs are so large these days that they practically take up the whole trail. Very disruptive to people walking, running, biking etc. ATV users already have access to the trail north of Verona. Also, there are many wetlands off the trail south of Verona with eg turtles laying eggs off the trail. ATVs have huge environmental impacts- noise, pollution, and easily run over snakes, turtles etc. There is no easy way for urban people to access the atv trials from Kingston area. Let the dog walkers and bike riders have some quiet trail Because it would disrupt many people looking for a quiet walk. ATV’s have their section of the trail north of verona and walkers/cyclist should be granted the same courtesy, a section of the trail that can be used safely without speeding ATV’s flying by. Have already experienced this in Harrowsmith without ATVs even being permitted on the trail. A few irresponsible individuals have ruined it for others leaving huge ruts on the trail and going around barriers/gates I personally have young children and dogs who enjoy the trail, this would be greatly impacted if ATV’s gained access to this section of the trail. I would not feel safe taking my children or pets on the trail with ATV motorists. ATV’s are noisy, smelly and bad for the environment. They destroy the peaceful ambiance of the trail. There are not any safe areas to walk or ride your bike. Hwy 38 is way too dangerous. Not worrying about speeding atv s gives me peace of mind. I don’t have a problem with ATVs if the trail surface is hard enough to prevent deep ruts and similar damage. Pollution! Bad for wildlife! I would use this extension to gain access to the local business’s in that area. We enjoy cycling and walking on that stretch (and others) of the K&P trail. We have noticed that where ATVs are allowed to use the K&P, some do not respect the speed limits, causing damage to the gravel surface, making cycling, in particular, more difficult and often not safe, as some do not observe the speed limits. They have other parts of the trail that are open to ATV use I have friends who do not feel safe to walk/cycle on the K&P trail because of ATV activity, and so they don’t use certain parts of the K&P where ATVs are allowed, nor during the winter when snowmobiles are allowed to use the trails. They have experienced having to quickly move off the trail because of a snowmobiler coming too quickly around bends, and driving over the speed limit Our family uses the trail for relaxing (and safe) bike rides. It helps to teach our children about health and respect for nature. It is a great escape from the motorways. ATV access would turn the trail into a motorway. Given the behaviours of some ATV drivers we have witnessed we would no longer feel safe to use the trail. ATVs are not compatible with walkers and bikers Our family uses the trail for relaxing (and safe) bike rides. It helps to teach our children about health and respect for nature. It is a great escape from the motorways. ATV access would turn the trail into a motorway. Given the behaviours of some ATV drivers we have witnessed we would no longer feel safe to use the trail. I definitely would not be going by myself or with my daughter. There’s something beautiful about being in the woods in hearing the birds. And not Smelling motor oil. I have children and love walking the trail south of Verona, would NOT consider using the trail North with ATVs. It would be a real shame to change access and I would urge council to de-fund the trail as funding should then come from the ATV groups using the trail. These are walking trails for humans, dogs, and the occasional horse. ATVs would frighten animals and children. Please just give us one space that we can have that is peaceful and safe. I enjoy walking and biking along the trail with my kids. I am concerned about the safety of doing that with atv on the trail.

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Parham Verona Inverary Verona Godfrey Verona

Harrowsmith

Verona Harrowsmith

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Our land runs along the KP trail just North of Verona and we are limited to going South on the trail. Would like to go to events in Harrowsmith via ATV. Thanks The joy of the trail is b getting into nature and away form traffic- this completely ruins the experience. the trail is also dry and dusty so this will create a dust fog for walkers, runners and cyclists. Just say NO! I have experienced ATVs using the Cat trail and they are noisy, scare our animals, leave a smelly and toxic exhaust plume, and leave ruts and potholes in the trail. They should not be allowed on a predominantly walking trail. Atvs have not cause any issues on the K&P trails in other areas. So why not allow them through that region. It may increase business in the area, bringing in more traffic, which is always beneficial to a community. I thought these trails were for hiking and cycling. What next? Racing cars? These trails are no place for mechanized vehicles. I feel the ATV’s have plenty of trails for their enjoyment already. We love walking this route regularly. Its so nice to be able to walk with your dog(s), family and grandchildren worry free of motorized vehicles and to simply have quiet enjoyment on your hike/walks, jogging or cycling. While ATV owners are courteous to those not riding a machine, we would like to have the right to quiet enjoyment hearing the peaceful sounds of nature without the sounds of motorized vehicles nor do we want to have to move aside or feel the stress of looking over our shoulders. Please leave some of what Mother Nature has to offer us undisturbed by dust and noise pollution. Allows safe use for families wanting to enjoy time together. Keeps them off the road This is a beautiful hiking trail with lots of wildlife. A tranquil place to enjoy nature. Noisy gas powered engines speeding along will ruin it. There are plenty of trails for ATV’s, please keep this for walking and cycling The current ATV use through Verona has made the trail unsafe for pedestrians, especially behind the school. We used to walk on the trail frequently but our kids no longer want to because of the atvs. Our daughter also uses a wheelchair and doesn’t feel safe. They are noisy, polluting &too fast for aimals &humans on foot, skies &snowshoes. I have unfortunately experienced them around Westport. They tear up the paths. ATVs’ have access to the northern trail and because of this we no longer bike or walk on the trail heading north. Speed, dust are definitely factors! We walk and bike on the trail with our grandchildren ; some motorized vehicles travel too fast and not everyone is cognizant of pedestrians or bikers. So NO to ATVs going to Harrowsmith. why on earth should they not have access ATVs can cause damage to the trails. The RTA maintains those trails for foot traffic. It would open more opportunities for the local businesses with more access via the trail. Meaning a boost in economic growth. I am with the Rideau Trail Association - we hike (snowshoe and ski) the K&P Trail and other rail trails across Eastern Ontario. Some ATV riders drive in a dangerous manner, which may put hikers (and other non motorized users) at risk. These same ATV riders also show disregard for the trails they ride on by damaging the trail(s) through their speed and spinning of tires etc. creating deep ruts and water hazards. Unfortunately these ATV riders create a bad name for the responsible riders. It is next to impossible to “police” these activities, which these riders know. But, we also see riders who share and use the trail(s) responsibly and are courteous to other trail users. Having a few neighbour sneak through once in a while does not bother me but the moment you officially allow them even they won’t like the results. It will cost way more in repairs, disrupt the wildlife and tally ruin the entire experience. People will be coming from all over to roar down the trail. It’ll be noisy for anyone living along there. Perhaps try a trial run and have one day where they can do it and see how that goes first. You may not like what happens. There will be accidents as well. One week a year or something might be how you start this rather then opening it up and then regretting it. If I owned a home close to the trail, I would be VERY annoyed by the noise. Unless, the ATVs were (finally) electric. I am generally someone who prefers to walk in silence on trails but I understand that some are not comfortable walking. My bias is against the use

Verona

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2023-079 K&P Trail Request to Extend ATV Access on the K&P Trail, Verona…

Kingston Napanee Enterprise Kingston Godfrey

Inverary Harrowsmith Godfrey Verona

Kingston Verona

Verona Kingston Amherstview Perth

Yarker

Inverary

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Q2 Please provide us with any relevant comments regarding your answer above of recreational vehicles/boats etc that consume fossil fuels due to a little problem called Climate Change. That said, the lakes in Canada are rife with power boats…so what’s a “responsible” person to do? We all do what we can do to preserve the earth for our grandchildren; many are simply unable to wean themselves from motorized recreation. Hiking and ATV use are. non compatible, as the trails get really chewed up by ATBs The K&P trail is designated as a multi-use recreational trail. When people plan to use such a trail, they generally think of walking, running, cycling and other non-motorized activities. They don’t expect to see an ATV coming at them (or worse approaching from behind). The close proximity to the Cataraqui Trail in Harrowsmith creates an increased chance of ATVs interacting with pedestrians and cyclists. Even if a gate were installed or ATVs were diverted towards Harrowsmith before this intersection, allowing them would still potentially create a greater risk to other users. It’s a recreational trail not a roadway. There’s people and children using this trail to get away from vehicles on the road. If ATVs wants to support locals, which is a reason they want to use this trail, they can do it by driving on the road to them. Also for insurance purposes. Who would be liable for any accidents. There’s more people traffic on this section than north of Verona where ATBs have access. ATVs will reduce the ability of other users and adjacent property owners to quietly enjoy the trail and surrounding areas. ATVs bring a level of noise and air pollution, as well as a potential hazard with speed (which would not be regulated or enforced with any regularity/impact) that is not compatible with the communities of all ages and abilities who are already using the trail during the non-snowmobile season (walkers/runners, traditional cyclists and ebikers, horses, dogs). Honestly I have no idea why ATVs were granted permission to run on the K&P from Verona to the north to begin with and think this privilege ought to revoked. If recreational ATVs need a place to play, then the Townships/area ought to create a designated place for them to enjoy, not detract from the enjoyment of a pre-established rail trail with limited use that runs through rural/residential communities and also crosses paths with the Cataraqui Trail. I drive my AtV, I cycle and walk my dogs on the trail. 99.5% of ATV drivers are safe and respectful of people walking. It’s the .5% that make it unsafe. A very definite NO. The trail is unsafe for anyone else to use when ATV’s are using it. A person walking or using a bicycle is taking their life ‘in their hands’ if an ATV is not obeying the speed limits and many are not. I have had to jump off the trail into the ditch to avoid being hit. I thought the trail was for everyone?? Apparently not! For safety , to keep machines off 38 hwy. I am a senior and would use the trail with respect. Have used the trail from Verona north for many years. Opening up the trail in this area would bring more income to the area. It would remove these vehicles from the roadway and create a ‘safer’ route. There must also be a way to enforce laws and infractions as well…….possibly trail cams, or trail Rangers. Clubs may be able to provide that service. Membership to a club should be considered, as a way to patrol and maintain the trail. Temporary passes can be made available as well. No because this is a beautifully developed and maintained for hikers , self propelled bicycles ( no motors) - for friends and families - for flora and fauna - which can grow and live in peace I frequently cycle the Harrowsmith to Verona portion and enjoy that it is ATV free. With most ATV users now using side by sides which are almost as wide as a small car they crowd the trails. They drive to fast and to noisy in this beautiful area and trail system I believe with all the throughfare of pedestrians and cyclists, atvs have no place in the section for everyone’s enjoyment and safety (including those riding atvs). They have access to roads and northwards for a reason. As both a pedestrian and a cyclist who uses this section 5-7 days a week, not having to worry about motorized vehicles and just being able to enjoy is everything. Especially with pets I walk who, even on leash, are very spooked by atvs. Way too dangerous for hikers. ATVers usually go at excessive speeds and too noisy too for hikers who want to enjoy nature. It is very disruptive to hikers and walkers in the trail

2023-079 K&P Trail Request to Extend ATV Access on the K&P Trail, Verona…

Town/City

Gananoque Perth Road

Hartington

Sydenham

Godfrey Verona

Harrowsmith Sydenham

Ottawa Kingston Harrowsmith Kingston

Kingston Verona

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To help businesses in harrowsmith. Keep atvers safer and off the road. I wouldn’t feel safe walking the trail with ATV’s kicking up dust. Too many unauthorized users (cars, trucks), too much speeding, too many incidents with other trail users, no policing, too many unlicensed drivers, not enough policing. All issues we currently have and are not being fixed. Let’s not add more opportunities! In my experience many ATV riders are not responsible users of combined pedestrian/motorized routes. They pose a risk to pedestrian users, the noise they make lessens the enjoyment for all users, and the use of these heavy vehicles damages the trails and verges much more quickly than other users. Their use should not be extended beyond Verona and should in fact be reviewed north of Verona. I’m sure they want easier access to the cataraqui trail but it will make that part of the trail more dangerous for cyclists and dog walkers. It just makes sense and makes access for my family much safer It will impact the Cataraqui Trail since it and the K &P trail intersect in Harrowsmith. I am afraid that then people will be requesting the use of the Cataraqui Trail which borders our property. Verona has a very nice parking lot for the beginning of the ATV use of the K &P Trail. Maberly No way to pursue those riders that damage trail or endanger walkers. disruptive to people who live along the trail trail in this area is used a lot by families with smaller children in strollers, bikes, the ATV’s can be scary for children and I don’t believe the trail is wide enough to safely accommodate all the people walking, biking etc. and ATV’s vehicles that use an ATV trailer would take up too much of the inadequate parking in Harrowsmith Generally, I believe the negatives for the very large majority of the non ATV trail users out weigh benefits for a small percentage of ATV users

Verona Kingston Sharbot Lake

They simply ruin the trails. The tires create grooves which just fill with water in spring and fall. The trail becomes impassable to walkers and bikers. Just look in the Marlborough Forest or the section of trail between Smiths Falls and Merrickville. Our cottage is in Central Frontenac Township. We adore biking on the beautiful, hard packed rail beds throughout Frontenac county. In a few places, these have been completely destroyed by repairing ruts caused by ATVs with coarse gravel that is suitable for ATVs but completely unsuitable for biking. For example, between Harrowsmith and Yarker, from Fall River Road to Sharbot lake in Central Frontenac, and several other places between Sharbot lake and Perth. As more ATVs travel on the hard packed gravel of the bike paths the more the paths become chewed up and inevitably repaired with coarser, less expensive gravel gravel. All it takes is a few miles of course gravel to dissuade bikers from using the paths. Fewer bikers, the more ATVs, the more path destruction, the more coarse gravel. In the end, opening more paths to ATVs will mean losing our wonderful bike paths. So no, I do not support opening up more of the K&P Trail to ATVs. We are left with fewer place to walk and ride our unmotorized bike and since we live near parham it will be a longer drive. It would be beneficial to those who do not use motorized vehicles to have some trails that are not affected by the noise and pollution created by ATVs. We spend much time walking and biking this section and have found those riding ATV’s on other sections to not be as courteous as they could be to pedestrians and bikers. We bike the trail often from Godfrey north and also south. We experience ATV’s passing us frequentl while biking north. While most ATV drivers are very respectful and slow right down when passing, an incredible amount of dust gets raised.Our bikes are coated when we finish our ride. We usually stop and turn away so we don’t get dust in our eyes and breathe too much of it in. I think of families biking, parents with a stroller or elders. Just not ideal. Too dangerous. Too dusty Cyclists and walkers and horseback riders are fine. NO to ATVs and any other motorized vehicle in a pedestrian area.

Smiths Falls

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2023-079 K&P Trail Request to Extend ATV Access on the K&P Trail, Verona…

Gananoque

Godfrey Harrowsmith Harrowsmith

Kingston Yarker

Hudson Heights

Parham Parham Verona Kingston

Gananoque

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Results in risk for walkers A trial run should be conducted in order to possibly address and resolve arising issues. Random policing of the area would be greatly appreciated. Bylaw enforcement of the following (unleashed dogs and lack of poop and scoop from dog owners. this part of the trail is used heavily by walkers and cyclists. ATV’s are not compatible with this use for safety reasons As a frequent hiker on the trail I enjoy nature without the intrusion of motorized vehicles. Not all drivers respect the rights of walkers, and give little or no warning of their arrival. ATVs are scary for walkers and bikers. Even when the drivers of ATVs politely slow down, they bring incredibly loud noise disturbing for people and animals – and an awful smell that lingers in the air well after they are gone.

Godfrey Verona

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Need More Info

No

The west of my property runs along side the Cataraqui / K&P trail at Colebrook Road west of Harrowsmith. I was very surprised to hear from your survey that ATVs are not currently allowed here. Since I moved here in 2008, there have always been motorized vehicles (dirt bikes, ATVs, UTVs,…) on the trail, often travelling at high rates of speed. These speeding episodes often send clouds of dust and debris onto my land, fouling my garden and property. As ATV speed is not being controlled in the area now, I can’t support expansion. I believe there should be speed limit / slow down signs on the trail through residential sections. I suggest, if necessary, the use of speed easement measures, like small speed bumps, along side residential areas, and at road crossings, should be considered. Thank you. I have looked at the website for more information but it really does not have anything more about this proposal than what was sent in the mail to adjacent land owners. The section of the trail within Harrowsmith overlaps with the Cataraqui Trail which does not allow motorized vehicles, but this change would allow ATV’s on that portion of the Cataraqui Trail. This extension would make Harrowsmith a trail head for motorized vehicles and there is no parking along the trail that would accommodate trailers. The existing parking on the east side of road 38 is already full of cars on many days with just walkers and bikers. If there was an access possible from the trail into the back of Centennial Park: it would prevent traffic, noise, and dust congestion within the built up areas of Harrowsmith along Colebrook Rd, Robinson Rd, Wilton Rd, Railway St, and Road 38; and trailer parking could be accommodated. According to the documentation and website: “The results of the survey will be included as part of a comprehensive report to be considered by the County’s Planning and Economic Development Committee …” How is a public meeting results being included in the “comprehensive report” when it is being held on the same date and time? According to the mailing the public meeting location is South Frontenac Township Council Chambers, but according to the website the location is Verona Lions Hall, both at 10:00 Wednesday, July 5, 2023. Is this proposal being considered as a tentative measure the same as the extension through the village of Verona? If the housing development in Verona causes the section of the trail through Verona to be closed to motorized vehicles, then there would be a disconnect for continuous usage. What has been the response in Verona to ATV’s going through the village? This trail is already very busy!!!!! Hikers, dogs walkers, adults and children enjoying the trail, moms pushing strollers, seniors groups out for some walking and exercise, enjoyment of the flora and fauna. I bike/walk with my grandchildren there all the time. We stop and investigate the wetlands….very educational! There are many other trails for ATV’s. I believe that the ATV’s speeding along the KP trail is an accident waiting to happen and will ruin the enjoyment of this lovely community area. The KP trail is designated as a walking trail…not for motorized vehicles. PLEASE. PLEASE. PLEASE a leave it that way🙏

2023-079 K&P Trail Request to Extend ATV Access on the K&P Trail, Verona…

Godfrey Tamworth Glenburnie Bath Bath Harrowsmith

Harrowsmith

Kingston

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encourage people to get outside Feel the trails should be available to all… however, always nervous about ATV riders. For whatever reason, they seem to be less courteous than snowmobile drivers. Could you consider allowing on certain days .. maybe certain hours. That way hikers can elect to go during hours that ATV’s not allowed. ATVs will create grooves on the path, like they have on the Cataraqui trail. This makes it difficult for cyclists to enjoy the trail. My experience with sharing a trail with ATVs has not been positive. It tends to be ATV drivers who drive very fast and don’t share the path in a respectful way for cyclists and pedestrians. It’s important to keep some parts atv free for walking and cycling families with pets and small children Trail will be used more by a wider range of people.

Harrowsmith Tamworth

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Need More Info

Too noisy and dusty! Can’t see ATVs working well with hikers, cyclists, horses etc. I walk or ride the trail several times a week ,l use that part of the trail because l feel it’s safer and l don’t have to eat the dust caused by 4 wheelers ,while most riders are courteous l have come across some that drive too fast and don’t slow down when passing by .It’s just nice to have this part without 4wheelers

I have cycled on all parts of the K&P trails and the atvs I have come in contact with have no regard for cyclists. In fact, I have to get off my bike because they go so fast that all the gravel and dirt is thrown in my face. It’s terrible and scary. I’ve ridden my bicycle north of Verona, and encountered some new ATV’s almost as large as cars. When it gets to the point that we have to get off to side of trail to accommodate these vehicles passing, that’s getting a bit much. Some drivers are careful, but some are not, and there are sections in which being careful is necessary no ability to police those who don’t care about pedestrians/cyclists. I’m wondering with the proposed extension for ATV use, has some thought gone into the section from highway 38 Harrowsmith - Sydenham village (Foodland) no gates have ever been installed in this section, I know atv’s &dirt bikes use this on a regular basis. Will this been considered since one has no way of controlling. I’m also concerned for the dairy farmer and his animals right next to the trail in Hartington who have already had people cut posts down to open gates in the middle of the night.

Harrowsmith

Parham Godfrey Kingston Godfrey Erinsville Verona

Kingston Kingston Kingston Kingston

Perth Road

I do travel from Perth Rd village to Sharbot Lake 3x a week on my bike, so I notice a lot that goes on regularly through this section, most are very accommodating in passing. Yes No

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I look forward to hearing back with thoughts on this. The trail (north) is multi use and everyone is enjoying the trail system. We can all share the trail south to Harrowsmith as well. ATV’s cause extensive erosion and damage to the trail and could conceivably harm the sensitive wetland areas and wildlife that are contained in this are. When walking my dog on trail in Verona it has been my experience that many ATV drivers do not have the sense to slow down and to stay off the trail when the conditions are vulnerable. In other communities, ATV trails are created specifically for their own useage. Parts of this KP trail should be left to hikers and bikers, without the need to lookout for ATVs. However I do see the need for multi use as it provides funds for the trail development and maintenance. Possible ATV’s could be allowed to use it certain times of the year. Allowing access in Harrowsmith would allow North trail access to a lot more people from the Sydenham/Harrowsmith/Yarker area. This would cut down on the amount of vehicles parked at the Verona launch and make it easier for riders to get on the trail without needing to trailer or ride HWY 38. All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) are motorized vehicles designed for off-road use. They can cause damage to walking trails by eroding the soil, disturbing the wildlife, and creating

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Verona Verona

Godfrey

Sydenham

Inverary

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noise pollution. ATVs also pose a safety risk to hikers and bikers who share the trails with them. Therefore, ATVs should not be allowed on walking trails. Yes Yes Yes Yes No

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Great for local businesses I am an atv and snowmobile enthusiasts who regularly uses the trail system. This extension wouldn’t require me to trailer my atv fro Sydenham to Verona anymore. It would allow access to the trail from harrowsmith, Harrington and Sydenham without running on the roads and avoiding traffic Unfortunatly the use at the same time of rails-to-trails trails by ATVs and walkers/cyclists/ snowmobiles is dangerous to all. ATVs generally are moving too fast to aavoid collisions or severe frights of other users. In areas of wet trail, ATVs cause severe damage to the trails as well. South Frontenac is within the Frontenac Arch Biosphere, and should be protected. In fact, it is because of the immense natural beauty of the region, that people live and visit here. There is already significant light, noise, chemical and people generated pollution. We need to preserve some areas that are not disturbed, whereby the animals, wildlife and nature are not disrupted. Those types of places are disappearing fast. Our lakes are already overloaded with permanent residences and unnatural shorelines, our forests are disappearing at a time when we need them more than ever, and our wildlife is being killed in high numbers, through development, pollution, and invasive human behaviour. Not only will ATVS result in a trail environment whereby folks cannot enjoy the trail south of Verona, unless on an ATV, but it will render the trail unusable, just as it is in snow mobile season. The incredible noise and air pollution from ATVs and snowmobiles is already rampant. Please consider others and not just the very loud voices of the ATV community. If they want to enjoy the trail, south of Verona, I suggest walking, cycling, horseback riding, or running as healthier alternative. IF South Frontenac decides to short-sightedly expand trail use, then we will need to move to an alternate trail schedule. For example, snowmobilers and ATV users get two weeks a month, and those of us using non-motorized means get the other two weeks, terror free. Finally, this will seriously impact, negatively, my small business. The very notion of it makes me sad, that human kind continues to think only of themselves….continuing to damage the environment, etc. It’s a safe manner for atvs to stay out of traffic and enjoy ease of access to small towns for gas , food ect. Speed limits within the town should be posted and lanes shared with pedestrians to encourage all traffic. You should have to pay for a trail pass of coarse to allow for annual up keep. I believe we can all enjoy and share the trails with some strict rules for motorized ATVs. Horses(driven or ridden), walkers, bikers, in that order, have priority. ATV must yield, pull aside, slow down while passing. With that said, horses, walkers and bikers must and should always be aware of their surroundings and able to move out of harms way if situation occurs. It’s still rural area and the atv community could use the extra bit to ride on since there’s issues in the north with land owners not allowing them to ride on the trail. There’s been reports of people stringing piano wire across the trail up there. Allowing more access south will keep the riders safe until the issues in the north haven been addressed

Leave it as it is. It will be ruined by irresponsible atv users. It would be a nice addition to link to the other trail that goes east west Most of the trail is not near homes so I don’t see why so many complaints about dust I am a cyclist and regularly use the K&P trail. I have introduced friends to cycling on the trail and some who are nervous cycling on roads, have enjoyed the safety of the K&P. Its a great way to get to Sydenham and Harrowsmith and stop for

2023-079 K&P Trail Request to Extend ATV Access on the K&P Trail, Verona…

Smiths Falls Harrowsmith Sydenham Harrowsmith Kippens

Perth Road Harrowsmith

Sharbot Lake

Kingston

Tichborne

Verona Verona Verona Verona Verona Sharbot Lake Parham Kingston

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Q2 Please provide us with any relevant comments regarding your answer above coffee/food. I do not see ATVs and bicycles as being compatible. My worry is the upkeep of the trail along with The noise and it will become busier! Right now we use this trail for our morning walks with young children walking freely. Peacefully enjoying our nature walks. We see numerous wild life on these trails.. just this morning it was baby snapping turtles making there way to the pond! Our only worry right now, is the cyclist quietly passing us! I am torn because I have a 4 wheeler and I would like to go on the trail with my kids without having to drive them down 38 to Verona (I live in Harrowsmith) but I also run a home daycare and take little children on the trail. I think if they open up the trail they need to maintain it better and restrict the access to after school times and weekends. There are several home daycares that walk that trail as well as the local schools.

It will prevent driving on roads with ATV’s and create safer conditions. As a childcare provider, I like to spend lots of time in nature and the trail is one of the best places to experience that. We love our leisurely, stress free educational walks. Having to worry about an ATV coming around the corner and the noise it creates, would disrupt our lovely walks and bring anxiety about the dangers of a careless driver. There are also many groups from the public and Catholic Schools in Harrowsmith that enjoy these walks in a stress free environment. with losing the gas station in verona to fire ,there is no place south of sharbot lake to get fuel along the K and P trail . the trail needs to be open to Harrowsmith so we can get fuel I enjoy riding my motorcycle on the K&P to get to towns north of Verona and would love to see it be opened up to the South as well. Travel other sections of the K&P and OVRT and we love riding it, the more access the better. We have lived beside the Cataraqui Trail for 23 years. It used to be quiet and peaceful buy not anymore we have been blessed with dirt bikes.4-wheelers, and side by sides, and farm tractors and other farm machine for years. The snowmobiles are able the only mortorized vehicle allowed but it is open season for every other form of travel. Now if people are naive enough to think they won’t continue on the Cataraqui Trail they better get their head out of the sand. No one polices the trails whether it is K &P Trail or the Cataraqui Trail who is going to take liability for the K&P trail? There will be accidents no doubt about it. It is foolish to open K &P Trail from Verona to Harrowsmith.

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Destroys the trail, pollutes the environment, makes it unpleasant for cyclists, walkers. a challenge for hikers, bicycles etc, along with noisy and polluting Is the trail wide enough to have an atv and pedestrians/dogs/cyclists safely share the trail? How will it be monitored? Are there other trails the atvs can utilize safely? I use the trail often to walk my dog with friends and have felt safe doing so because there are no motorized vehicles on the trail. I’m also concerned about the loud noises passing by and spooking horses or dogs. ATV’s make it difficult for anyone else to use and enjoy the trails. People walk and bike these trails to enjoy the quiet and listen to birds etc. ATVs are very noisy. The trails are too narrow in many places to safely get out of the way of the fast moving ATVs. Please keep these trails as a safe and enjoyable natural haven and not another highway for people who just want to race. These trails have been used forever by all, it should never have been closed to begin with. This grants access via a t v for fishing to lake’s north of harrowsmith’s and access should be allowed. The K&P trail abuts the Cataraqui Trail at Harrowsmith. Allowing ATV’s to Harrowsmith would increase the incidents of ATV’s traveling where they are not allowed. It would

2023-079 K&P Trail Request to Extend ATV Access on the K&P Trail, Verona…

Town/City

Harrowsmith

Harrowsmith

Verona Kingston Harrowsmith Harrowsmith

Verona Verona Russell Harrowsmith

Mountain Grove Hartington Kingston Kingston

Hartington

Yarker Kingston

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Q2 Please provide us with any relevant comments regarding your answer above change the current situation of non-motorized users of the Cataraqui Trail feeling safe on that trail. It would also adversely affect the trail surface. It is a multi-use trail. Manage this, don’t limit its use because of a handful of individuals who are opposed. Trails are for everyone The trail is working well as is. As soon as the gates are removed in the summer, we will go back to all the problems we experienced before the snowmobile club took it over. We would feel unsafe sharing the trail with motorized trail users, any more than is currently allowed. Currently, we observe unauthorized motor vehicle use regularly in this area, and other sections. Also, the excess wear, and resulting additional trail repair and maintenance only makes things worse. Also to be considered, is the additional noise and air pollution. Some of the ATV users are courteous, but many of them travel far too fast with apparent disregard for others. It is once again an example of the few abusers who ruin it for the rest, but we can’t allow this to happen. not environmental, contribute to climate change noise, fumes, exhaust unsafe for non-mechanized trail users, often exceed speed limits create large, extended muddy potholes that fill with water rapidly degrade trail surface ATV’s are being used by more and more people. People with disabilities who are unable to walk or ride a bicycle can drive an ATV can enjoy the outdoors and great scenery these old railway tracks afford. Let’s keep motorized vehicles and walkers/bikers apart. There are few enough places where non-motorized folk can enjoy easy walks in nature, so we should not be turning more of the K&P over to the ATVers. They already have access to a significant part of the trail. Have you ever tried walking on the ATV part of the trail? The ATVs travel fast enough, and the trail is narrow enough, that it is sometimes almost impossible to get out of their way. Their noise drowns out bird song, and scares away wildlife. Please leave us some motor-free trail. ATVs and ORV can travel on the roadway. There is no other safe space for pedestrians or cyclist in the area. By permitting them to use the trail, those of us that regularly use the trail for cycling, walking and running with our families will be at much greater risk. Who is going to police or enforce the ATV’s using the trail to ensure courtesy, provincial compliance and safety for the community? I believe this is a bad idea, unless the Twp. Is planning on creating walking and cycling only trails within the same area. I have ridden horses for several years on the K &P trail just south of Harrowsmith, which is what the trail is intended for along with walking, cycling and skiing. If ATVs were allowed on the trail, I would no longer be able to horseback ride as the machines would spook the horses. It would also make it difficult to cycle as the ATVs stir up the gravel and I would not enjoy the sound of their machines when walking. I do not think they should be allowed. I would love to see the trails open from harrowsmith to Verona as I have an ATV that I can’t casually take out for a nice ride on the trails with my children because it’s to much work to always have to load up the ATV to use on our beautiful trails. Our only option is to take my ATV and kids along 38 highway to get to the trails in Verona and that isn’t the safest option, Also 38 isn’t the prettiest drive and by the time I make it to the trails my kids are ready to go home so we don’t get much time on the trail. ATV’s in my opinion are safer and easier to control than a skidoo and this are aloud on the trail in harrowsmith so I can’t see why not ATV’S. Thanks for your time ATV’s can travel on any road in the Township and it is not unreasonable to let us enjoy one busy section of this amazing trail as it was planned between these villages without ATV activity and trail degradation. My preference is to keep the trail for active transportation like walking, biking, horseback snowshoes and cross-country skiing. I personally find this more enjoyable than to have the noise of ATVs. Active transportation is also in keeping with the County’s strategic direction of an ecologically rich environment and the community’s need to reduce the environmental footprint.

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Tichborne Westport Harrowsmith Kingston

Kingston

Burritts Rapids Hartington

Harrowsmith

Sydenham

Harrowsmith

Hartington Harrowsmith

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High speed vehicles such as ATV’s operating on same trail path with walkers, bikers and pets does not mix well. Also, the condition of the trails will degrade as a result of ATV’s driving on them. It will further reduce the already limited access to active tourism and transport opportunities in Ontario First of all, I like to hike, cycle and cross country ski (depending on the season). I do not care for the noise of an ATV and I am concerned that wear and tear on the trail would significantly increase. As a result, tax dollars would then have to be diverted for the additional trail maintenance.

Harrowsmith

In our local community, I have seen the damage done by ATVs. Also, some of the (more irresponsible) drivers have driven off the main trail and created new rutted trails which are quite unsightly. It is difficult to police this kind of behaviour so arguably, it would be better not to allow ATVs on the K&P Trail to begin with. I frequently walk with my dog between Petworth Rd and Colebrook Rd or walk the trail section in Verona.The trail is used by many more groups and people from spring to fall than in the winter. Since it is so close to the village you will find dog walkers, hikers, cyclists, and horseback riders all sharing the trail. There are also a wide variety of age groups who are part of the above users who feel more safe walking on the trail from young children to older people who like the gentle grade of the old tracks. It is also a chance to experience nature and quiet away from traffic. ATVs are already allowed to go on the roads therefore getting to Harrowsmith is not an issue and would be easier to police bad behaviour, whereas people don’t feel safe walking down 38 and on some of the back roads. Additionally, there are also many spots on the trail from Bellrock Rd to Colebrook Rd that you cannot see too far ahead and far too often there are already people illegally riding atvs or dirt bikes on the trail almost hitting someone. The ability to actually police this section would be difficult. Also, the fact that atv riders actually could not legally get to and from Colebrook Road since the trail turns into the Cataraqui Trail about 400 m before the intersection, so I think makes it a moot point. Overall I am not in favour of opening this section of the trail to ATV riders. They have other options to get to and from Harrowsmith and the trail should be accessible to the most people possible. I think atvs on the trail will ultimately deter the other beneficial physical activities. Like other jurisdictions we must we able to make a shared use trail work. If all the guidelines and rules are adhered to i dont see why not. They must always be aware that there will always be hikers on the trail. The economic benefits to the area south of Verona woukd be significant! Also the permit holders are the ones who truly fund the trail upkeep and reduce the impact on the ratepayers…not the walkers or the cross-country skiers…they do not purchase permits so they should be more than happy to share the trail with those who fund it! It will allow me and other ATV riders access to the northern trails. I live on a 12 acres parcel of land backing onto the K&P Trail between Petworth &Boyce Road. Every evening I enjoy the sunset and quiet while seeing Joggers, families going for walks with small children, kids on bikes, or even horse back riders while I take my dog for a walk . I also witness the speed the ATV go down Hwy38 . On the road it is an OPP issue. On the trail it will be a BIG noise issue and take the trail away from everyone else that enjoys to walk . In the winter the snow mobiles use the trail BUT there is not as much foot traffic . No comparison between the ATV use and Snow mobile use There is parking available to access the trail, there is very limited housing on this section of the trail and it would increase the use of the trail. There are a lot of benefits and few, if any, detriments - aside from the purists who don’t want any changes We regularly visit the Harrowsmith area, and have always enjoyed our time on this peaceful stretch of trail. We do not agree with allowing motorized use of this trail. Our concerns are as follows:

Port Elgin Bath

Harrowsmith

Ompah Tamworth Enterprise

Harrowsmith Harrowsmith

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1. Current users of the trail such as walkers, families, cyclists will be driven from the trail due to safety concerns, and trail degradation

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2. Increased costs to maintain trail due to motorized use
3. Increased costs to widen trail to properly accommodate passage of ATVs and Sideby-Sides when encountering cyclists, walkers, families, etc.
4. Investment has already been made in a parking lot at Bellrock Rd. to allow access to the north. Extending access to the south will provide a link to the Cataraqui Trail which does not permit motorized users
5. Allowing ATVs is incompatible with promoting a healthy, active lifestyle such as walking and cycling
6. ATVs have a large auditory footprint which negatively impacts the quietness and serenity of the surrounding landscape
7. Shared use with ATVs may lead to a higher incidence of accidents and confrontations between motorized and non-motorized users
8. Would there be a Permit system or Trail Pass in place for all motorized users? Who would pay for and administer this?
9. Would the ATV Clubs police their members regarding trail etiquette, adjacent landowners’ rights, other user’s safety? How would non-member motorized users be educated regarding the same issues?

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Conclusion: This is a regressive proposal that is detrimental to the trail and does not enhance the trail users’ experience. *Since the beginning of trail discussions, promises were made that this portion of the trail would never to be motorized other than snowmobiles. *As food and fuel are available in Verona and Godfrey, there is no need to extend the trail to a dead-end in Harrowsmith. The increased atv activity would only add to an already heavy traffic situation which includes increased cottage country visitors, local traffic, heavy equipment, transports, etc. Too much mixing of all of this traffic with atv’s, could lead to a very regretful scenario in an already congested hamlet. *On a personal level, we already have 38 Hwy four meters from out front door. Our backyard is our peaceful refuge. We have already experienced may negative aspects of the trail to this point and we want to retain what privacy we still have. Our privacy would be decreased by the noise of people and vehicles travelling on the trail and of those who will stop on the bridge at Hardwood Creek, which we are adjacent to. *The bulk of the replies you receive will come from residents that do not live along the trail and therefore do not have first hand knowledge of what it is like. We trust common sense will play a part in your decision. It is not congruent for walkers and cyclists to share an ATV trail. As a frequent user of the trail system i have found many ATV users do not slow down when approaching pedestrians, drive excessively fast and do not enjoy ingesting their dust and exhaust. They have plenty of access to the existing trail for their trail rides Concerned this will result in more illegal ATVs on Cataraqui Trail, which would threaten the unique character of the trail, and adversely impact tourism. I will no longer bicycle on this trail if ATVs are allowed. My experience on trails with ATVs is that they pass at high speeds, kick up a lot of dust, etc. ATVs and bikes don’t mix. Contaminant Dangerous for walkers and pets Noisy Smelly. Harmful gases to the environment Noisy, air pollutant, aggressive with pedestrians and nature. Allowing ATV use discourages walkers, dog walkers, families with young children, cyclists and people out for a stroll from using the trail. All of these activities promote good mental and physical health. Allowing ATVs encourages noise, pollution and promotes a costly environmentally destructive activity. Please do not refer to this as a sport. Noisy, dusty, environmentally unfriendly, fumes,doesn’t promote health and movement, discourages families with kids and dogs from using it as you need to move constantly as there is no space for both to walk, bike safely, plus getting covered in dust, breathing

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Sharbot Lake

Ottawa Godfrey Hartington

Hartington Harrowsmith

Verona

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Q2 Please provide us with any relevant comments regarding your answer above fumes etc. We, and others, come to hike and bike these trails because of their natural beauty. The noisy, and polluting, ATVs negative all that enjoyment. And in our climate crisis shouldn’t we be trying to reduce emissions instead of creating more emissions by encouraging more travel by gas engines? I live in Harrowsmith and would like to be able to ride the trail to visit my father in Verona Allowing ATV access would discourage walkers, runners and cyclists due to noise and danger. People use the trail to escape vehicles and enjoy nature and relax, which would be impossible if ATVs were permitted. As mention, this would give ATV operators an opportunity to use the trail often and rumors could spread and increase ATV operators using the trail. They could speed to the same speed limit or exceed the snowmobilers’ speed. ATV could also cause wear and tear of the trail’s ground. ATV’s are dusty, noisy and scary. There should be a user pay system, nominal trail permit fee? No ATVs permitted during snowmobile season , this must be set out in no uncertain terms. Although ATV drivers are usually polite and respectful, ATV’s do degrade the enjoyment of the trail for cyclists and walkers. The K&P trail was constructed and funded as a nonmotorized trail from Orser Road to the Verona trailhead. This has been the understanding of users and adjacent landowners. A break in this understanding will result in a loss of faith in future undertakings of recreational developments. I am an ATV owner myself, and fully understand how useful they are for working on rural and remote properties. I also see how ATV’s degrade any soft trail surface. This may be convenient in keeping unwanted vegetation to a minimum, but will always cause unwanted wear and erosion in difficult spots. ATV’s do not belong on recreational trails in the more populated areas of South Frontenac. We would like to visit family and frequent businesses in Harrowsmith. Do not like riding on side of 38 hwy. With the traffic, it is dangerous. Would like to be able to go visit family by using the trail I’m a tax payer of south frontnac and my tax dollars have helped maintain this trail and i should be able to use the trail for use on my atv . Snowmobiles are allowed and pay for the privilege ,hikers ,horses ,bicycles and electric bikes don’t pay to use. When a snowmobile passes one of these other users they step to the side until the snowmobile passes put it is slippery and they could fall in front of the snowmobile. It’s a lot safer for them to step aside when an atv passes as it is not slippery. More trails that atvs can use helps keep them off the main roads. This expansion would be greatly beneficial to all the ATV riders in the county, especially residents along the stretch between Harrowsmith and Verona. It would broaden access to the K&P trail and it would keep more people riding in the region. Ultimately, the goal should be to grant access to all riders all the way to Kingston, so this extension will bring us closer to this objective and grand vision. I enjoy very much walking &cycling on the trail, looking for wildlife and ecosystem as I go along. In fact, I moved to Frontenac County to be able to get away from motorized vehicles pollution (exhaust), dust, speed, noise and hazard that will come with sharing the trail with them. Having to deal with snowmobile and their nasty diesel smell, roaring engine and uncheck speed limit already made me worry of using the trail in winter, it would be a shame to penalized trail citizen to allow the same disaster in the summer. I am absolutely against this request. -Trails are too narrow for two ATVs or even an ATV and bike to pass. -ATVs will drive too fast for other people on the trail -I don’t want to smell exhaust fumes while on the trail -ATVs will chew up the trail ATV’s should absolutely NOT be allowed between Verona and Harrowsmith. In fact they should not be allowed within the Verona town limits; it was a huge mistake allowing them within the town limits when the Bellrock Road parking lot was completed. These

2023-079 K&P Trail Request to Extend ATV Access on the K&P Trail, Verona…

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Plevna

Harrowsmith Ottawa Amherstview

Hartington Yarker Kingston

Godfrey Godfrey Harrowsmith Camden East

Tichborne

Perth Road

Kingston

Verona

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Q2 Please provide us with any relevant comments regarding your answer above vehicles are noisy, stinky and polluting and go counter to the spirit of the trail which should be to promote nature experiences and fitness through walking, running and cycling. As well it’s likely that allowing ATV’s to Harrowsmith would adversely affect tourism cycling from Kingston. If I live in Kingston say and am considering a biking excursion it’s unlikely that i will want to deal with theses vehicles knowing that they are allowed on the trail to Verona. I live in Verona and will no longer cycle north particularly weekends when there are a multitude of ATV’s throwing smoke and dust in my face. They already have hundreds of kms of trails to use, so there is absolutely no need for them to go further. In fact I don’t think they should be allowed within ten kms of the northern town border. The county should be promoting healthy and environmentally sustainable activities and ATV’s satisfy neither of these measures. I live beside the K&P trail on Graham road and would love to be able to use it for ATV rides I believe it would be much safer as people wouldn’t have to ride down the shoulder of the road to get to the trail.. plus snow machines are already allowed and ATVs would follow the same rules and be just as if not more respectful than the snowmobile riders! Increase the enjoyment of riding atvs on the KP trail Harrowsmith would benefit economically as atv users would be able to get to gas station restaurants also a pharmacy. With the addition of the Friday markets and other events in centennial park Harrowsmith is becoming more of a social and recreational village. I am a landowner with a long property line that is a section of the trail. I also atv and would love to be able to leave my property and go for a ride without either driving on 38 or trailering my atv’s. Safer and more enjoyable. Non-motorized trails are essential for exercise, mental well being and for quiet enjoyment of nature. The main north-south transportation in the county, Highway 38, is exclusively for motorized vehicles. The trail development was initially funded by Provincial grants from the PAN-AM Games in Toronto to distribute funds to areas other than the GTA where many new facilities were constructed e.g., Scarborough 50m pool, Track and Field facilities etc. To justify this, grants were given to other parts of the Province of Ontario to boost sports infrastructure. This would facilitate degradation of the trail for all users other than ATVs. No other users cause more erosion or damage than ATVs. I am part of a community that runs and cycles on the K&P and I genuinely appreciate both the safety of a path away from motorized vehicles as well as the serenity it offers. This a well established recreation activity providing commerce to local merchants. There is a need for fuel and now there is no station the village after the recent fire. It understood that the winter is for the snowmobiles as is the case now. ATVs would cease activity when the groomers start the snowmobiling season. Atv’s typically are not great for trails. As a frequent user of the trail system I am not a fan of the idea of more ATV on the trail. They can be hard on the trail and cause damage or put other users at risk. They should be kept on their own trail system. This would increase quality of life for families very much Noise, smell of exhaust, pollution, not all slow down safely enough when passing non motorized users. With climate change, we need less burning of fossil fuels, not more. There is no good reason why not to do it ! The trail is the exact same in either direction so why not Trail is narrow in this area and this would be dangerous for walkers. Much of the trail is already available to motorized vehicles prevents high use to access the kp trail ATV noise, pollution and hazard to other users would deter many present users. ATV users are currently the only ones that pay tonuse the trail but are the most limited. I live along the Trail and there is no need of an extension of the trail. The dust, dirt and speed they drive is crazy. A lot of people use the trail for walking, walking their dogs and bicycle riding. This is a recipe for disaster 4 wheelers and side by sides on the trail. Will the trail be patrolled? Who will be responsible for liability? The 4 wheelers and side

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Harrowsmith Harrowsmith Godfrey Harrowsmith

Harrowsmith

Kingston Kingston Enterprise

Selby

Harrowsmith Kingston Kingston Kingston Hartington Hartington Dorset Sharbot Lake Harrowsmith

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Q2 Please provide us with any relevant comments regarding your answer above by sides I have seen have no license on them and likely no insurance. How many ot these 4 wheeler owners live in the township or are we accommodating the city? As a Kingston resident, this would be great! If ATV are allowed then the walking trail will seize to exists. ATV will have the right of way and all walkers will get to breath exhaust smoke on a walking trail. I don’t want to stand on the side of the trail wondering if I’m going to get rocks shot up at me. The machines are loud and punks will not care about speed limits. And for the record. You want to take all terrain vehicles down a walking path that has no excitement for ATVs but to speed fast through a forest. Just build a new path, it’s doesn’t have to have gravel on it. ATV then side by side then dirt bike. Then dust, I read about Verona dust in the local paper, then dust suppression, then calcium entering the forest. All for a vehicle designed for the backcountry to go down a sidewalk. ATVs are too fast and often driven in an unsafe manner by some. They present a real danger to cyclists, walkers and families with children. I have seen them often driving too fast and dangerously on the Cataraqui trail between Sydenham and Harrowsmith, where they are not suppose to be. Impossible to police them and make the drivers follow the rules. Dust and noise an issue for residents with property adjoining the trail. This is a proposed combined use that is not safe. In my opinion it is only a matter of time until a cyclist, walker, possibly a child, is injured or worse in the area of the trail where ATVs are presently allowed. I believe it will help the communities along the trail with money coming into those said communities. Already dealing with unauthorized ATVs and trespassing on our 60 acre property that borders the K&P trail in Harrowsmith. Should be extended to Sydenham Ontario We cycle the trails regularly and this Sunday June 18 that part of the trial was used by bikers, walkers, runners, people in wheelchairs and mobility scooters, people with families walking dogs and cats! in certain sections it’s to thin for an ATV and a walker to pass each other, someone (the walker) will have to stand in the hedge along with the ticks, not fun! We know that this is one safe place we can bike please don’t open it to ATV’s they can definitely go more places cross country then we can. We live in such a beautiful area, we certainly value the trails and love where we live, if you did allow ATVs there we would stop using them. People walking the trail expect peace and quiet to enjoy the tranquility of nature. The ATVs tend to disturb the enjoyment of walking the trails and some can be very rude and dangerous. There are other places ATVs can go. Definitely I do not want ATVs on this portion. This has always been a safe haven for walkers and bikes to enjoy the safety, peace and serenity and slow traffic pace of this wonderful trail. ATVs will pollute the trail with noise and air pollution. The Cataraqui Trail has never allowed ATVs. Can we please have the same consideration!

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Glenburnie Harrowsmith

Harrowsmith

Kingston Brockville Sydenham Verona

Hartington Verona

This survey should also be only open to people residing in Verona and Harrowsmith and surrounding area as it directly affects them. People residing outside this area who would bring their ATVs to this area will dilute the survey. Wildlife also suffers. Walking through Verona on the trail, we are constantly removing dead frogs, snakes and turtles from the trail that were obviously killed by ATVs. One of the greatest, yet least tangible, impacts of ATV’s have on wildlife stems from the noise these machines create. Just as with humans, wildlife can suffer auditory damage. A report published by the Wildlife Conservation Society, entitled “All-Terrain Vehicles in the Adirondacks” states that, “[n]oise from motors can affect predator-prey relationships by masking the sounds that generally have an important role in those interactions. High levels of background noise can have a number of indirect effects as well. Noise can cause an increase in animals’ heart rates, and affect behavior patterns such as nesting and reproduction or feeding and foraging. These impacts may or may not be devastating to an animal depending on the season, its energy budget, and the extent of the disturbance.”

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One of the biggest problems is there aren’t any places to drive an ATV that’s why they drive down the roads. If you were to open the trails to ATVs they wouldn’t be on the road. Having cycled much of the K&P I know what it feels like to see and hear a large number of ATVs, some very large, some moving very quickly, just having a good time, coming towards me. Then there’s the dust cloud which can be huge and requires stopping and waiting for the cloud to pass. There are considerate ATV drivers who stop or slow right down. but on balance, not enough of them. All other users, walkers, some with dogs on a leash, horse riders, don’t create the same disturbance. The peace, quiet and beauty of nature are priceless and need protecting for those able to enjoy them. I am a cyclist and I find the ATV’s to travel at dangerous speeds. I also don’t like the noise and air pollution they produce. Please keep them off this section of trail. I believe ATVs would add an element of risk to the safety of other users. It would also add an element of noise &pollution that would take away from the enjoyment of the trail. ATV users do not require a well-groomed trail such as the K&P for travel and fun; they are actually made for bumpy, non-groomed off-road use. PLEASE don’t ruin this multi-use recreation trail with noisy, gas-powered, large vehicles like ATVs! We are finally growing the number of people using the trail for health &outdoor experiences like walking, running, cycling, hiking and equestrian. I feel that allowing ATVs could potentially decrease all other user-ship. They destroy the trail and make it unusable for any thing other than ATVs. It is alot safer for riders to get on the trail in harrowsmith rather than driving on the main road to get to Verona Snowmobiles are allowed on trail- so atvs/dirt bikes should be allowed too most atv users have a disregard for private property and do not obey set speed limits . there speed that they travel can easily come up on a pedestrian or cyclist without. time to properly react which will cause more chances of fatal accidents! We need trails that are motor free for people to get away from the pollution and noise. This is one of the last trails for a peaceful walk run or bike. People’s mental health depends on this. Keep nature natural. Multi use trails are good for everyone Trails are for everyone More use the better the trails Better tails with more members I feel that allowing ATVs would let a new demographic to enjoy the trail It is unsafe for pedestrians and cyclists ATVs on the K&P mean that my enjoyment of the trail is greatly affected. Cycling or walking on the trail requires constant vigilance for ATVs and the dust, smell and noise severely impacts my enjoyment of an otherwise beautiful and peaceful trail. Extending the access of ATVs south of Verona means that another section of the trail would become less enjoyable and usable for those who want to walk or cycle. Sustainability for trails, safety for cyclists , hikers etc ATV’s have lots of places to access already including back roads. Most ATV’s that I have seen drive much too fast and will drive over and disturb turtles nesting along that stretch not to mention tearing up the trail after it rains. If ATV drivers were more considerate of hikers and bike riders it would be a different story but they are mostly not considerate and sped through and make stir up dust. Can we please not keep some areas motor and noise free? Restrict motorized traffic to North of Verona (as it exists now). Who is going to patrol the trails for the addition of the atv riders? Who is going to pay for the trail maintenance and trail patrol? How will the dust and noise be controlled? How will the land owners along the trail be compensated? Is there going to a formal ATV club like our snowmobile club to manage any of this? Heavily used section of the trail and I have a hard time believing most ATV users follow posted speed limits

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Kingston Kingston

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Kingston Enterprise

Harrowsmith

Kingston

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My family love the K&P. We especially enjoy that it’s a safe place to get the kids out on their bikes, away from traffic. Opening the trail to ATVs will completely change that, making the trail far less family-friendly. It will also make it far more difficult to maintain the surface in good repair, which will adversely affect walkers and cyclists in particular. PLEASE do not spoil the trail by allowing motorised vehicles. The opportunity to escape motorized vehicles is so rare these days. The presence of motorized vehicles will drive bicycle and hikers off the trail. As a cyclist, I have had many unpleasant encounters with ATV and motorcycle riders using the trail against existing rules on that very section. Hopefully we can keep the trail for non-motorized use only. A fast and noisy presence not compatible with other users Safety concern for pedestrians, equestrians and cyclists. This is wrong on so many levels, where to start….pollution, degradation of the environment, damage to all the other trails ATVs will then have access to which are not equipped for them, dangers to walkers, cyclists, pets. With any sense of the damage done to our ecosystem so far by this kind of use, why would this even be considered? Make a case for any positive benefit to the community outside of ATV users and I’d be interested in replying. It strikes me as a special interest group pushing a change that the wider public is unaware of–I’m sure any wide-ranging public survey would show most citizens are very much opposed to this! Please do wider consultation and don’t let this pass without more public input. Motorized vehicles create an unsafe environment for families with small children. The trail was intended for active transport leisure activities. These are noisy machines, let alone the consideration of the speed at which they can go. This trail is appreciated for its pastoral and peaceful nature where the hustle and bustle of city dwelling can be temporarily escaped from. Allowing ATV’s access would completely disrupt that for most people who currently enjoy this trail. Additionally, they constitute a hazard for many who may be advancing in age but retain reasonably good health and can enjoy extended walks or bike rides but cannot move rapidly. For these people the very presence of ATV’s may be anxiety provoking. I emphatically recommend keeping ATV’s off of the Trail. My personal opinion of these machines in general is that they are abhorrent, and they should not have access to what otherwise could be considered a nature trail. They are an odious infringement on people’s access to peace and quiet, and enjoyment of nature. I use the trail to get away from motor vehicles I definitely like the idea of people getting out and staying active. However, north of Verona, and even off the K&P near Harrowsmith, there are already lots of ATV trails. Also, there are horses that frequent that part of the trail. Sometimes ATV drivers don’t slow down, thus increasing the chance of a scared horse causing a fatality. Also, many people already complain that the cyclists are going too quickly. If I felt the same way about cyclists, I would feel the same way about ATV drivers going by me. The cyclists often ride pretty quickly at 35 kph, double file, and single file when passing. Having ATVs on the trail increases the chance of collision, since the two groups of people will have less time to get into single file and/or slow down. It would make it unsafe for cycling and hiking This makes it dangerous for walkers and cyclists The K&P trail is a beautiful stretch of quiet nature. Allowing ATVS on this trail would be a crime! Also the fast spinning tyres will create ruts on the trail. The danger to all is not worth the fun for some. It’s one of the few public places you can ride a bike for long distances without worrying about motor vehicles. Why do we want to change that? ATVs are dangerous, wear the trail more than pedestrians/bicycles, kick up dust and leave behind other pollution. This would rip up the trail for other uses. Walking cycling horseback riding. I use the trails on a weekly basis as a cyclist and I think this decision would make the trails unsafe for pedestrians, pets and cyclists. I would also be concerned for the

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Q1

No

Q2 Please provide us with any relevant comments regarding your answer above wildlife, eg turtles, who cross the trails. This is a complicated ask with many groups potentially involved. The main question I had is what is the reason for the route extension request? According to the April 19 Council Meeting it is to access “…lots of nice things in Harrowsmith….pizza…Gilmour’s….gas…”.

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If this is the caviliar reason then I voice a loud “no” to the request. I can see people/businesses in Harrowsmith though appreciating the increased traffic ATV access will bring. What are current safe route commuting options for ATV users between Verona and Harrowsmith? Hwy 38 sounds difficult, but is still possible. Little options for pedestrians and cyclists. The proposed access would allow motorized 4-wheel vehicles closer to the TransCanada/Cat. Trails and of course Frontenac Park. None of these areas allow ATVs. These natural spaces should remain for enjoyment of quiet nature, and thus keep motorized vehicles away, no matter how well intentioned. Vehicles that can potentially travel much much faster than pedestrian traffic, should not share the same public space. ATV access might work north of Verona (though I would like to hear comments from all user groups), but pedestrian/cycling traffic is much denser south of here, and the K&P route is designated as easy on ATV maps, which means low technically skilled ATV drivers, who can use it to move more quickly around.

No No No No

No No

No No

Looking at Ottawa Club’s ATV maps in the Eastern Ontario region, Ottawa is an ATVfree zone without no trail access near it, and Kingston and environs should also remain such an ATV free bubble. Afraid this will deteriorate the use by cyclists, walkers, runners and horseback due to increased noise and high speed accident potential. Safety, move away from fossil fuels, reduce green house emissions, climate change, promote physical activity, Please keep the trail non-motorized for that section (in non-winter months). Summer motorized vehicle use on this trail is a bad idea - it will discourage nonmotorized uses such as walking and cycling, particularly for the elderly and young families. The use of the trail for activities for activities that improve health will be reduced and I can’t imagine that is something the County can get behind. Relatedly, the risk of serious injury on the trail will go up considerably and this is unacceptable. Also ATVs and side-by-sides will much more quickly degrade the trail resulting in either increased maintenance costs or reducing the practicality of using this trail for nonmotorized purposes in the fullness of time. Finally, the non-motorized use of the trail to reach Frontenac county businesses will be reduced. Bicycling up to Frontenac county on the trail for breakfast is a lot less appealing if one has to contend with ATV’s travelling considerably more quickly. This is a bad idea and I vehemently oppose it! Climate change and obesity are two of our biggest threats in Canada. Let’s encourage walking/jogging/biking! I live in Harrowsmith and regularly use the trails to run, cycle and walk my dog. Currently ATVs sometimes use the trail - not enough to be a concern. Most drivers are considerate and slow down. Not all. Even if an ATV accelerates, say, 100m after passing me the dust they produce will not have settled by the time I pass, and affects my breathing. I am unaware of the affect ATVs have on the surface, but if they produce ruts then there would be a greater risk of injury to runners, ankle sprains for example. Lastly, I do not think that the Township should be encouraging recreational activities that increase greenhouse gases. I find that ATVs drive too fast and are not as considerate of other users as they should be. What a disaster on a busy mixed use trail, it’s not only unsafe but do we really need to burn more fuel?

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Q2 Please provide us with any relevant comments regarding your answer above

Town/City

Not safe for other users, noisy and disruptive Having ATVs on this trail adds danger to joggers, cyclists and hikers. It also pollutes the environment with noise and fumes People need more non motorized, quiet, recreational areas. If people are serious about fighting climate change, we need less fossil fuel burning vehicles, and walking, biking, or running on the trails helps with physical and mental health. Motorized users have many other options. Please keep this section of the trail motor free. What a terrible idea. We live in a world where climate change and obesity are two of the biggest threats to humanity. Fewer people on ATVs (and more people on bicycles) would go a little way towards solving both these problems.

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2022 - Domain Snapshot County of Frontenac January 1, 2022 → December 31, 2022

Total Use (To Date)

Daily Average Use

+5.6%

168,494

 Compared to 2021/01/02 → 2022/01/01

Daily Average

462

Total





Total

Heat Map

+5.6%

6,527

25,727

 Compared to 2021/01/02 → 2022/01/01

Peak Day Peak Day

2,148

Saturday Jan 22, 2022

Users

​30% 30% ​38% 38%

󰀄 Car 󰀃 Pedestrian 󰀀 Cyclist

​32% 32% Leaflet Map data ©2023 Google

Hourly Profile

Daily Average Use 50k 40k

40

Counts

Hourly Average

60

20

30k 20k 10k

0

0 0

1

2

3 4

5 6

󰀃 Pedestrian 󰀄 Car

7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 󰀀 Cyclist

Mon

Tue

󰀃 Pedestrian 󰀄 Car

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2022 - Domain Snapshot County of Frontenac January 1, 2022 → December 31, 2022

Monthly traffic 15k

Counts

10k

5k

0 Jan ‘22

Feb ‘22

Mar ‘22

Apr ‘22

May ‘22

Jun ‘22

󰀃 Pedestrian

Jul ‘22 󰀀 Cyclist

Aug ‘22

Sep ‘22

Oct ‘22

Nov ‘22

Dec ‘22

󰀄 Car

Key Figures Summary Total



Site

Daily Average

Average week days

Average weekend traffic

Peak Day

Peak Count

Peak day of the

Orser Road

25,727

71

61

96

Sun Jul 3, 2022

237

Harrowsmith South

21,765

60

49

85 Wed Aug 24, 2022

481

Verona - Prince Charles

21,034

74

62

105

Sat Jan 22, 2022

345

SLake-NORTH

19,337

53

41

83

Sun Oct 16, 2022

258

Verona South

16,999

47

38

68

Tue Dec 27, 2022

410

Harrowsmith North

16,967

46

39

66

Sat Jan 22, 2022

363

Hinchinbrooke Station

15,071

41

30

70

Sat Apr 23, 2022

357

SLake-South

12,859

35

26

59

Sat Mar 5, 2022

292

Tichborne

12,208

33

22

62

Sat Apr 23, 2022

320

Clarendon

6,527

18

11

34

Sat Jul 2, 2022

183

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Clarendon County of Frontenac January 1, 2022 → December 31, 2022

Total Use (2022)

Average Use (2022)

Total

Daily Average

6,527

18

Peak Day (2022) Peak Day

183

Saturday Jul 2, 2022

Distribution (2022)

Location

​1 6% 16%

​42% 42%

󰀄 Clarendon Motorized 󰀀 Clarendon Cyclist 󰀃 Clarendon Pedestrian

​42% 42% Leaflet | © OpenStreetMap

Average Use: Day of the Week

Average Use: Time of Day

50

4

Hourly Average

Daily Average

40 30 20 10 0

3 2 1 0

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

󰀃 Clarendon Pedestrian 󰀄 Clarendon Motorized

Fri

Sat

Sun

0

󰀀 Clarendon Cyclist

1

2

3

4

5

6

7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

󰀃 Clarendon Pedestrian 󰀄 Clarendon Motorized

󰀀 Clarendon Cyclist

Monthly Use 800

Counts

600 400

200 0 Jan ‘22

Feb ‘22

Mar ‘22

Apr ‘22

May ‘22

󰀃 Clarendon Pedestrian

Jun ‘22

Jul ‘22

󰀀 Clarendon Cyclist

Aug ‘22

Sep ‘22

Oct ‘22

Nov ‘22

Dec ‘22

󰀄 Clarendon Motorized

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SLake-NORTH County of Frontenac January 1, 2022 → December 31, 2022

Total Use (2022)

Average Use (2022)

Total

Daily Average

19,337

53

Peak Day (2022) Peak Day

258

Sunday Oct 16, 2022

Distribution (2022)

Location

​24% 24%

󰀄 SLake-NORTH Motorized 󰀃 SLake-NORTH Pedestrian 󰀀 SLake-NORTH Cyclist

​48% 48%

​28% 28% Leaflet | © OpenStreetMap

Average Use: Day of the Week

Average Use: Time of Day

125

8

Hourly Average

Daily Average

100 75 50 25 0

6 4 2 0

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

󰀃 SLake-NORTH Pedestrian 󰀄 SLake-NORTH Motorized

Fri

Sat

Sun

0

󰀀 SLake-NORTH Cyclist

1

2

3

4

5

6

7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

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󰀀 SLake-NORTH Cyclist

Monthly Use 1250

Counts

1000 750 500 250 0 Jan ‘22

Feb ‘22

Mar ‘22

Apr ‘22

May ‘22

󰀃 SLake-NORTH Pedestrian

Jun ‘22

Jul ‘22

󰀀 SLake-NORTH Cyclist

Aug ‘22

Sep ‘22

Oct ‘22

Nov ‘22

Dec ‘22

󰀄 SLake-NORTH Motorized

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SLake-South County of Frontenac January 1, 2022 → December 31, 2022

Total Use (2022)

Average Use (2022)

Total

Daily Average

12,859

35

Peak Day (2022) Peak Day

292

Saturday Mar 5, 2022

Distribution (2022)

Location

​9 % 9%

󰀄 SLake-South Motorized 󰀀 SLake-South Cyclist 󰀃 SLake-South Pedestrian

​32% 32% ​6 0% 60%

Leaflet | © OpenStreetMap

Average Use: Time of Day

100

8

75

6

Hourly Average

Daily Average

Average Use: Day of the Week

50 25 0

4 2 0

Mon

Tue

Wed

󰀃 SLake-South Pedestrian 󰀄 SLake-South Motorized

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

0

󰀀 SLake-South Cyclist

1

2

3

4

5

6

7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

󰀃 SLake-South Pedestrian 󰀄 SLake-South Motorized

󰀀 SLake-South Cyclist

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1000

500

0 Jan ‘22

Feb ‘22

Mar ‘22

Apr ‘22

May ‘22

󰀃 SLake-South Pedestrian

Jun ‘22

Jul ‘22

󰀀 SLake-South Cyclist

Aug ‘22

Sep ‘22

Oct ‘22

Nov ‘22

Dec ‘22

󰀄 SLake-South Motorized

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Tichborne County of Frontenac January 1, 2022 → December 31, 2022

Total Use (2022)

Average Use (2022)

Total

Daily Average

12,208

33

Peak Day (2022) Peak Day

320

Saturday Apr 23, 2022

Distribution (2022)

Location

​1 0% 10%

󰀄 Tichborne Motorized 󰀀 Tichborne Cyclist 󰀃 Tichborne Pedestrian

​27% 27%

​6 4% 64%

Leaflet | © OpenStreetMap

Average Use: Day of the Week

Average Use: Time of Day 5

75

Hourly Average

Daily Average

100

50 25 0

4 3 2 1 0

Mon

Tue

Wed

󰀃 Tichborne Pedestrian 󰀄 Tichborne Motorized

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

0

󰀀 Tichborne Cyclist

1

2

3

4

5

6

7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

󰀃 Tichborne Pedestrian 󰀄 Tichborne Motorized

󰀀 Tichborne Cyclist

Monthly Use 1500

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1000

500

0 Jan ‘22

Feb ‘22

Mar ‘22

Apr ‘22

May ‘22

󰀃 Tichborne Pedestrian

Jun ‘22

Jul ‘22

󰀀 Tichborne Cyclist

Aug ‘22

Sep ‘22

Oct ‘22

Nov ‘22

Dec ‘22

󰀄 Tichborne Motorized

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Hinchinbrooke Station County of Frontenac January 1, 2022 → December 31, 2022

Total Use (2022)

Average Use (2022)

Total

Daily Average

15,071

41

Peak Day (2022) Peak Day

357

Saturday Apr 23, 2022

Distribution (2022)

Location

​1 8% 18%

​50% 50%

󰀄 Hinchinbrooke Motorized 󰀀 Hinchinbrooke Station Cyclist 󰀃 Hinchinbrooke Station Pedestr…

​32% 32%

Leaflet | © OpenStreetMap

Average Use: Time of Day

100

8

75

6

Hourly Average

Daily Average

Average Use: Day of the Week

50 25 0

4 2 0

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

󰀃 Hinchinbrooke Station P… 󰀄 Hinchinbrooke Motorized

Fri

Sat

Sun

0

󰀀 Hinchinbrooke Station C…

1

2

3

4

5

6

7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

󰀃 Hinchinbrooke Station P… 󰀄 Hinchinbrooke Motorized

󰀀 Hinchinbrooke Station C…

Monthly Use 2000

Counts

1500 1000

500 0 Jan ‘22

Feb ‘22

Mar ‘22

Apr ‘22

May ‘22

󰀃 Hinchinbrooke Station Pedestrian

Jun ‘22

Jul ‘22

Aug ‘22

󰀀 Hinchinbrooke Station Cyclist

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Verona - Prince Charles County of Frontenac January 1, 2022 → December 31, 2022

Total Use (2022)

Average Use (2022)

Total

Daily Average

21,034

74

Peak Day (2022) Peak Day

345

Saturday Jan 22, 2022

Distribution (2022)

Location

​1 7% 17%

​42% 42%

󰀃 Verona - Prince Charles Pedes… 󰀄 Verona - Prince Charles Motor… 󰀀 Verona - Prince Charles Cycli…

​41% 41% Leaflet | © OpenStreetMap

Average Use: Day of the Week

Average Use: Time of Day 10

Hourly Average

Daily Average

150

100

50

0

8 6 4 2 0

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

󰀃 Verona - Prince Charles … 󰀄 Verona - Prince Charles …

Fri

Sat

Sun

0

1

󰀀 Verona - Prince Charles …

2

3 4

5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

󰀃 Verona - Prince Charles … 󰀄 Verona - Prince Charles …

󰀀 Verona - Prince Charles …

Monthly Use 2000

Counts

1500 1000

500 0 Jan ‘22

Feb ‘22

Mar ‘22

Apr ‘22

May ‘22

󰀃 Verona - Prince Charles Pedestrian

Jun ‘22

Jul ‘22

󰀀 Verona - Prince Charles Cyclist

Aug ‘22

Sep ‘22

Oct ‘22

Nov ‘22

Dec ‘22

󰀄 Verona - Prince Charles Motorized

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Verona South County of Frontenac January 1, 2022 → December 31, 2022

Total Use (2022)

Average Use (2022)

Total

Daily Average

16,999

47

Peak Day (2022) Peak Day

410

Tuesday Dec 27, 2022

Distribution (2022)

Location

​27% 27% ​39% 39% 󰀃 Verona South Pedestrian 󰀄 Verona South Motorized 󰀀 Verona South Cyclist

​34% 34%

Leaflet | © OpenStreetMap

Average Use: Time of Day

100

8

75

6

Hourly Average

Daily Average

Average Use: Day of the Week

50 25 0

4 2 0

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

󰀃 Verona South Pedestrian 󰀄 Verona South Motorized

Fri

Sat

Sun

0

󰀀 Verona South Cyclist

1

2

3

4

5

6

7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

󰀃 Verona South Pedestrian 󰀄 Verona South Motorized

󰀀 Verona South Cyclist

Monthly Use 2000

Counts

1500 1000

500 0 Jan ‘22

Feb ‘22

Mar ‘22

Apr ‘22

May ‘22

󰀃 Verona South Pedestrian

Jun ‘22

Jul ‘22

󰀀 Verona South Cyclist

Aug ‘22

Sep ‘22

Oct ‘22

Nov ‘22

Dec ‘22

󰀄 Verona South Motorized

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Harrowsmith North County of Frontenac January 1, 2022 → December 31, 2022

Total Use (2022)

Average Use (2022)

Total

Daily Average

16,967

46

Peak Day (2022) Peak Day

363

Saturday Jan 22, 2022

Distribution (2022)

Location

​27% 27% ​39% 39% 󰀄 Harrowsmith North Motorized 󰀃 Harrowsmith North Pedestrian 󰀀 Harrowsmith North Cyclist

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Average Use: Day of the Week

Average Use: Time of Day 6

60

Hourly Average

Daily Average

80

40 20 0

4

2

0 Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

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Sat

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3

4

5

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7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

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Monthly Use 2500

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Feb ‘22

Mar ‘22

Apr ‘22

May ‘22

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Jun ‘22

Jul ‘22

󰀀 Harrowsmith North Cyclist

Aug ‘22

Sep ‘22

Oct ‘22

Nov ‘22

Dec ‘22

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Harrowsmith South County of Frontenac January 1, 2022 → December 31, 2022

Total Use (2022)

Average Use (2022)

Total

Daily Average

21,765

60

Peak Day (2022) Peak Day

481

Wednesday Aug 24, 2022

Distribution (2022)

Location

​1 7% 17%

​45% 45%

󰀀 Harrowsmith South Cyclist 󰀃 Harrowsmith South Pedestrian 󰀄 Harrowsmith South Motorized

​38% 38% Leaflet | © OpenStreetMap

Average Use: Time of Day

100

8

75

6

Hourly Average

Daily Average

Average Use: Day of the Week

50 25 0

4 2 0

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

󰀃 Harrowsmith South Ped… 󰀄 Harrowsmith South Mot…

Fri

Sat

Sun

0

1

󰀀 Harrowsmith South Cyc…

2

3

4

5

6

7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

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󰀀 Harrowsmith South Cyc…

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1500 1000

500 0 Jan ‘22

Feb ‘22

Mar ‘22

Apr ‘22

May ‘22

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Jun ‘22

Jul ‘22

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Sep ‘22

Oct ‘22

Nov ‘22

Dec ‘22

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Orser Road County of Frontenac January 1, 2022 → December 31, 2022

Total Use (2022)

Average Use (2022)

Total

Daily Average

25,727

71

Peak Day (2022) Peak Day

237

Sunday Jul 3, 2022

Distribution (2022)

Location

​1 9% 19%

​50% 50%

󰀃 Orser Road Pedestrian 󰀀 Orser Road Cyclist 󰀄 Orser Road Motorized

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Average Use: Day of the Week

Average Use: Time of Day

125

8

Hourly Average

Daily Average

100 75 50 25 0

6 4 2 0

Mon

Tue

Wed

󰀃 Orser Road Pedestrian 󰀄 Orser Road Motorized

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

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󰀀 Orser Road Cyclist

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2

3

4

5

6

7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

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500 0 Jan ‘22

Feb ‘22

Mar ‘22

Apr ‘22

May ‘22

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Jun ‘22

Jul ‘22

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Sep ‘22

Oct ‘22

Nov ‘22

Dec ‘22

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Report 2023-128 Committee Recommend Report To:

Planning & Economic Development Committee

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Richard Allen, Manager of Economic Development

Prepared by:

Richard Allen, Manager of Economic Development

Date of meeting:

December 13, 2023

Re:

K&P Trail – Request for Access Across the Frontenac K&P Trail at Cole Lake, Part Lot 9, Concession 2, being Part 1 of Registered Plan 13R22990, Geographic Township of Hinchinbrooke, Township of Central Frontenac

Recommendation Resolved That the Planning & Economic Development Committee receive the K&P Trail report – Request for Access Across the Frontenac K&P Trail at Cole Lake; Part Lot 9, Concession 2, being Part 1 of Registered Plan 13R22990, Geographic Township of Hinchinbrooke, Township of Central Frontenac And Further, that in accordance with By-law Number 17-1995, the Council of the County of Frontenac pass a by-law to declare the subject lands surplus for the purpose of granting a right-of-way over lands occupied by the K&P Trail for the purpose of formalizing access to this property. And Further That the Warden and Clerk be authorized to execute Agreements of Purchase and Sale and all other documents required to complete this transaction. Background County Council, at its regular meeting held September 17, 2014, passed a County of Frontenac Land Use Policy (Appendix A) which established a decision-making framework for Council, staff and other stakeholders to ensure that the most efficient and least intrusive measure is applied to requests for use of lands owned by the County. The above request falls within the jurisdiction of the Land Use Policy and the right-ofway agreement will be on title for the subject property that will benefit from the easement.

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On November 20, 2023, the County of Frontenac received a request to grant a Right-ofWay across the K&P Trail at Cole Lake for two waterfront properties accessed across 8840 Road 38. The applicants have submitted the required application fee and provided a survey of the subject area. Staff have identified no concerns with granting the request. Comment The proposed location of the right-of-way is an established trail crossing used by the applicants to access their seasonal properties. The applicants have a right of way across 8840 Road 38 to the K&P Trail. County staff have no concerns with granting this request, as it formalizes an existing access used by the applicants to access their properties on Cole Lake. Strategic Plan Alignment Financial Implications The applicant will be responsible for all legal fees incurred with respect to the creation of the right-of-way access across the Frontenac K&P Trail. The applicant has already submitted the $250.00 fee for Citizen Land Use on County Owned Property as noted under Schedule F of User Fee and Charges for Services By-Law Number 2023-0001. Organizations, Departments and Individuals Consulted and/or Affected Sonya Bolton, Manager of Community Planning Jannette Amini, Clerk / Manager of Legislative Services Attachments Attachment 1 – County of Frontenac Land Use Policy Attachment 2 – Map of subject lands

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South Frontenac Official Plan Amendment Number 25 – Additional Dwelling Units

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Background • On September 19, 2023 South Frontenac Council adopted OPA Number 25 to permit, define, and regulate Additional Dwelling Units. • Frontenac County is the approval authority for Official Plan Amendments.

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What is an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU)? • Self contained dwelling units with their own kitchen, bathroom facilities, and sleeping areas within the principal dwelling or within a detached accessory structure located on the same lot as the principal dwelling (main house). • Accessory apartments, basement apartments, inlaw suites, etc.

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Public Meeting on April 4, 2023 and Technical Consultation • 8 members of the public registered for the meeting, one spoke. • Technical Agencies: • • • • • •

County of Frontenac Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority Quinte Conservation Authority Rideau Valley Conservation Authority Township of South Frontenac Public Works Township of South Frontenac Building Services

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Main Issue – Servicing (Water and Sewage) • No municipal sewage treatment facilities in Township. • Municipal water service in Sydenham. • Majority of Township sits on Highly Vulnerable Aquifers (HVA). • Need to ensure that additional dwellings can be serviced with adequate amount of water and waste can be treated appropriately.

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Servicing Policies for ADUs • Policies will require applicants to prove that additional dwelling units will not impact the quantity of water available in the surrounding area, and that the sewage disposal systems can adequately accommodate additional dwelling units. • Policies prepared by township staff with the assistance of a qualified hydrogeologist.

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Planning Analysis • County planning staff are of the opinion that OPA Number 25 meets the requirements of the Planning Act, the Provincial Policy Statement, 2020, and the County of Frontenac Official Plan. • Addresses policy direction regarding:

Diversity/mix of housing needs Long term economic prosperity of communities Servicing Public health concerns.

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Staff Recommendation • Recommend to County Council to approve Bylaw Number 2023-73 that adopts Official Plan Amendment Number 25.

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Report 2023-130 Planning and Economic Development Committee Recommendation Report To:

Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee

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Kelly Pender, Chief Administrative Officer Joe Gallivan, Director, Planning & Economic Development

Prepared by:

Dmitry Kurylovich, Community Planner

Date of meeting:

December 13, 2023

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Official Plan Amendment Number 25 to the Township of South Frontenac Official Plan – Additional Dwelling Units.

Recommendation Be It Resolved That the County of Frontenac Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee recommends to County Council: That By-Law Number 2023-73 of the Township of South Frontenac, adopting Official Plan Amendment Number 25 to permit, define, and regulate additional dwelling units, be approved; and That the Official Plan of the Township of South Frontenac, as amended, be further amended as per Township By-Law Number 2023-73 in Attachment 1 to Report Number 2023-130, being Official Plan Amendment Number 25 for the regulation of additional dwelling units. Background On September 19, 2023 The Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac passed By-law Number 2023-73 to adopt Official Plan Amendment Number 25 to the current Official Plan pursuant to Sections 17, 21 and 26 of the Planning Act, RSO 1990,.c. P. 13, as amended. The purpose of the amendment is to make changes to the current Township’s Official Plan to allow and regulate additional dwelling units (e.g. secondary suite, basement apartment) within the Township in conformity the Frontenac County Official Plan.

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The amendment adds a definition of additional dwelling unit and sets out policies that regulate where additional dwelling units are permitted and the conditions under which they can be established. The changes proposed by this Official Plan Amendment aligns with the intent and requirements of both the Planning Act and Section 5.6.2 of the County of Official Plan, which require municipalities to permit secondary suites/additional dwelling units in their Official Plans to allow up to two additional residential units (one in the principal dwelling, one in accessory building). Comment Planning Analysis County planning staff reviewed the proposed Official Plan amendment against the requirements of the Planning Act, and the policies of the Provincial Policy Statement 2020 (PPS) and the County of Frontenac Official Plan. County planning staff are of the opinion that Official Plan Amendment Number 25 meets all the requirements of the Planning Act and conforms to the policies of the PPS and County of Frontenac Official Plan. The key policies of these documents are outlined in Appendix 3 of this report, and the policy issues are addressed in the planning analysis below. Diversity of Housing Needs The County Official Plan requires Townships to permit additional dwelling units in their Official Plans. The PPS states that healthy, livable and safe communities are those that accommodate an appropriate affordable and market-based range and mix of residential types (including single-detached, additional residential units, multi-unit housing, affordable housing and housing for older persons), and encouraging conservation and redevelopment of existing rural housing stock on rural lands. The PPS also states that long-term economic prosperity of a municipality should be supported by encouraging residential uses that respond to dynamic market-based needs and provide necessary housing supply and range of housing options for a diverse workforce. County planning staff are of the opinion that the policies presented in the Official Plan Amendment help to promote a range of housing types, have the potential to provide for more affordable means of housing, and have the potential to ensure long-term economic prosperity for both the Township of South Frontenac and the County. County planning staff are also of the opinion that the proposed policies and implementation tools are appropriate in the context of the rural nature and servicing constraints of the Township. Servicing One major limitation to intensification, density, and diversity of dwelling types within the County is availability of servicing. There are no municipal sewage treatment facilities in any settlement areas or hamlets within the County and the only settlement area that provides municipal water service is Sydenham. Servicing is also made more difficult by the fact that much of the Township of South Frontenac sits on highly vulnerable aquifers (HVA). HVAs are areas within a watershed that are exceptionally susceptible to change because of human activities and natural processes. Given the aquifers’ sensitive nature,

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it is important to ensure that new development does not have a negative impact on the quantity and qualify of drinking water. The PPS states that healthy, livable, and safe communities are sustained by avoiding development and land use patterns which may cause environmental or public health and safety concerns. The PPS promotes new development to be compatible with the rural landscape and to ensure that that can be adequately sustained by rural service levels. Within settlement areas, the PPS requires land use patterns to be based on a mix of densities and uses that efficiently use land and resources. The PPS also requires planning authorities (Townships) to protect, improve or restore the quality and quantity of water by minimizing potential impacts, and implementing necessary restrictions on development and site alterations to protect drinking water supplies, including designated vulnerable areas. To ensure that groundwater resources are protected, this amendment sets out policies and standards that must be met before any additional dwelling unit is permitted on a property. Specifically, the policies will require applicants to prove that additional dwelling units will not impact the quantity of water available in the surrounding area, and that the sewage disposal systems can adequately accommodate additional dwelling units. These standards have been prepared by Township staff in coordination with a consulting hydrogeologist. For additional dwelling units that are connected to an existing water supply of the existing house, the applicant will need to submit a letter of opinion from a water treatment specialist indicating that the existing water service can provide an adequate amount of water to all dwelling units. For new additional dwelling units that are serviced by new and separate water supply that the principal dwelling, the applicant will need to submit a hydrogeological assessment that is prepared by a qualified hydrogeologist that demonstrates that the new well will provide an adequate amount of potable water and that it will not significantly impact existing nearby wells. For lots in existing Plans of Subdivision or Condominium, the applicant will be required to submit a supporting hydrogeological study and terrain analysis to support additional dwelling units. Implementing Tool – Holding Zone As an implementation tool, the Township is proposing to amend the Township Zoning By-law and apply a holding (-h) zone as an overlay across the entire Township, excluding Sydenham. The Holding Zone overlay will require applicants to apply to remove the holding provision prior to receiving a building permit for an additional dwelling unit. The process of removing the holding provision is the regulatory tool that will be used to demonstrate that the quality and availability of groundwater are in accordance with the additional dwelling units servicing policies described above. County planning staff are of the opinion that the policies and implementation tools presented by the Township of South Frontenac Official Plan Amendment Number 25 meet the intent and conform to the policies of the Provincial Policy Statement and the County Official Plan.

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Public Meeting and Agency Consultation The statutory public meeting required by the Planning Act took place on April 4, 2023. The purpose of this meeting was to provide the public and Township Council with an opportunity to ask questions and provide comments. Eight members of the public registered for the meeting and one individual spoke at the meeting. Council also had asked a number of questions related to additional dwelling units. The following agencies were circulated on the amendment: •

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Township planning staff revised the proposal presented at the public meeting in accordance with the comments provided by the public, Council, and technical agencies, where appropriate. A summary of comments are provided in the Township staff report attached as Appendix 2 to this report. Township Council approved the amendment on September 19, 2023. No public comments were received by staff and no issues were raised by the Township Council. A Notice of Adoption was issued on September 22, 2023, and the formal package submitted to the County for review. No public comments have been received by County staff to date. Financial Implications The Official Plan Amendment 25 of the Township of South Frontenac was a Townshipinitiated administrative amendment. There are no financial implications for the County of Frontenac associated with this report. Organizations, Departments and Individuals Consulted and/or Affected. Township of South Frontenac County of Frontenac, Planning and Economic Development Department Attachments: Appendix 1 – By-Law Number 2023-73, Being a By-law to Amend the Township of South Frontenac Official Plan (Amendment Number 25, Additional Dwelling Units)

Recommendation Report to Planning and Economic Advisory Committee Official Plan Amendment Number 25 to the Township of South Frontenac Official Plan December 13, 2023

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Appendix 2 – Adoption Report – Township Initiated Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments on Additional Dwelling Units. Appendix 3 – Relevant Policies of the Provincial Policy Statement and the County of Frontenac Official Plan.

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TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC BY-LAW 2023-73 BEING A BY-LAW TO AMEND THE TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC OFFICIAL PLAN (AMENDMENT NUMBER 25, ADDITIONAL DWELLING UNITS) Whereas the County of Frontenac Official Plan requires the Township of South Frontenac Official Plan to include policies to permit additional dwelling units; and Whereas additional dwelling units will support the accommodation of a mix of housing options and of affordable housing in the Township; and Whereas Township staff are proposing amendments to the Township Official Plan, in conforming with the County Official Plan to permit additional dwelling units; and Whereas Council held a statutory Public Meeting on the proposed Official Plan Amendment, as required by the Planning Act, on April 4, 2023; Now Therefore, the Council of The Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac, in accordance with the provisions of Section 17 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990. c.P.13, as amended, enacts as follows:

1. That Township of South Frontenac Official Plan is hereby amended by the following changes, which shall constitute Amendment Number 25 to the Official Plan: a. Amend Section 6.0, General Policies, by adding a new section 6.28, Additional Dwelling Units, as follows: 6.28 Additional Dwelling Units 6.28.1 Additional dwelling units are self-contained residential units with their own kitchen, bathroom facilities, and sleeping areas within principal dwellings or within structures accessory to a principal dwelling and located on the same lot. Additional dwelling units are also known as accessory apartments, basement apartments, or in-law suites. Additional dwelling units are encouraged as a means of providing a diversity of housing options in the Township. 6.28.2 Additional dwelling units are permitted on lands where a single detached dwelling, semi-detached dwelling, or townhouse is the principal use permitted in the Agricultural, Settlement Area and Rural designations, provided that: (a) It is demonstrated that the lot has an adequate supply of potable water and sufficient land area for the required sewage system to the satisfaction of the Township;

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(b) The additional dwelling unit is located within the principal dwelling unit or a detached accessory structure; (c) The additional dwelling unit is designed and located in such a manner to avoid adverse impacts on the residential character of the property and the surrounding neighbourhood; (d) A detached additional dwelling unit shall be located in proximity to the principal dwelling unit; (e) Parking for the additional dwelling unit is provided in accordance with the provisions of the Zoning By-law; (f) The additional dwelling unit is addressed in accordance with the Township’s civic addressing by-law; (g) The lot has direct access from a year-round maintained publicly owned road, or a private lane within an approved plan of condominium, or a private road that has been constructed to Township standards and that is maintained year-round. For a private lane, the Township will require documentation demonstrating that year-round maintenance is provided; and (h) The lands are not located in a floodplain. 6.28.3 The zoning by-law will control the location of additional dwelling units relative to waterbodies, and will control additional dwelling units based on servicing constraints related to water and sewage, and the other criteria outlined in Section 6.28 of the Official Plan. b. Amend Section 7.2, General Policies for Plans of Subdivision by adding a policy as follows: 7.2(d)(i) The supporting hydrogeological study and terrain analysis should account for the inclusion of up to two additional dwelling units on each lot. c. Amend Section 7.3, General Policies for Plans of Condominium by adding a policy as follows: 7.3(d)(i) The supporting hydrogeological study and terrain analysis should account for the inclusion of up to two additional dwelling units on each unit. 2. That the Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to make application to the County of Frontenac for the approval of Amendment 25 to the Township of South Frontenac Official Plan.

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3. That this by-law shall come into force and take effect on the date that Official Plan Amendment 25 is approved by Frontenac County, subject to the provisions of the Planning Act, R.S.O, 1990.c.P.13, as amended. Dated at the Township of South Frontenac this 19th day of September, 2023. Read a first and second time this 19th day of September, 2023. Read a third time and finally passed this 19th day of September, 2023. THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC

Ron Vandewal, Mayor

James Thompson, Clerk

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To: Council Prepared by: Development Services Department Date of Meeting: September 19, 2023 Subject:

Township-Initiated Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments on Additional Dwelling Units

Summary This report recommends that Council pass by-laws to adopt a Township-initiated Official Plan Amendment and to undertake a Zoning By-law Amendment. The amendments will define what is an additional dwelling unit, where they are permitted, and under what circumstances.

Recommendation – Official Plan Amendment That By-law 2023-73 being a By-law to amend the Township of South Frontenac Official Plan to add policies on additional dwelling units be given first and second reading; and That By-law 2023-73 be given third reading, signed and sealed; and That Council direct staff to prepare and send the Official Plan Amendment package to the County of Frontenac for approval.

Recommendation – Zoning By-law Amendment That By-law 2023-74 being a By-law to amend Zoning By-law No. 2003-75, as amended, to implement the Official Plan Amendment on additional dwelling units, be given first and second reading; and That By-law 2023-74 be given third reading, signed and sealed.

Background Council held a public meeting under the Planning Act on April 4, 2023, on the proposed amendments to the Official Plan and to Zoning By-law No. 2003-75. These amendments are being brought forward to Council for decisions. The purpose of the proposed Official Plan Amendment (Attachment #1) is to allow additional dwelling units in the Township. The policies define what is an additional dwelling unit, where they are permitted, and under what circumstances. The proposed policies will permit additional dwelling units in houses that are the principal permitted use on properties in the Agricultural, Settlement Area and Rural designations www.southfrontenac.net Natural, Vibrant and Growing – a Progressive, Rural Leader.

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provided that several criteria are satisfied. These criteria include compliance with the Zoning By-law, demonstration that the lot has an adequate supply of potable water, and sufficient area for the required sewage system. Additional dwelling units would not be permitted within a certain distance of lakes and rivers. The proposed policies will also require a hydrogeological study and terrain analysis prepared in support of a plan of subdivision or condominium to account for additional dwelling units. The purpose of the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment (Attachment #2) is to make changes to Zoning By-law No. 2003-75 to implement the proposed Official Plan Amendment. The effect will be to specify where additional dwelling units are permitted and under what circumstances. For example, • • • •

How many additional dwelling units are allowed on a property, How to demonstrate an adequate supply of potable water, How many parking spaces are required, Prohibiting additional dwelling units within 90 metres of the highwater mark of a lake or river.

The general wording in the Official Plan and more specific wording in the Zoning By-law will allow the Township to consider unique circumstances that may arise without triggering the need for an Official Plan Amendment. Such circumstances may be considered through an application for zoning by-law amendment or minor variance. The proposed By-law would establish a Township-wide (excluding the area connected to the Sydenham municipal water service) holding overlay for additional dwelling units. A holding overlay is similar to a holding symbol on a zone (-H) in that conditions need to be satisfied before a building permit can be issued, but a holding overlay applies to a geographic area instead of a property and it only applies to a specific use. The proposed By-law will require the applicant to demonstrate that the quality and availability of groundwater is sufficient for the intended use before a lot is removed from the Holding Overlay and a building permit issued for an additional dwelling unit. The proposed By-law also adds a garden suite as a permitted use in the Rural zone based on discussions related to the draft Official Plan. Planning Act The Planning Act began to require official plans to include policies allowing a second residential unit in a house or an accessory building in 2011. In 2019, this was increased to permitting two additional residential units (one in a house and one in an accessory building). The Planning Act was amended in 2022 by Bill 23 so that on urban residential lands with both municipal water and sewer services, two residential units are allowed in a detached house, semi-detached house or rowhouse, and an additional residential unit may be permitted in a building or structure ancillary to the house on the same property (i.e. a total of three dwelling units). Three residential units may also be permitted in houses if there is www.southfrontenac.net Natural, Vibrant and Growing – a Progressive, Rural Leader.

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not one in an ancillary building. Terms used to describe additional residential units include secondary dwelling unit, secondary suite, basement apartment, and granny suite. In the Township, the term “additional dwelling unit” is used for consistency with current Zoning Bylaw terminology. The Township does not currently provide both municipal water and sewer services, so the 2022 amendment to the Planning Act does not directly impact the Township. However, the Township Official Plan must still conform to the Frontenac County Official Plan, which requires policies to permit additional residential units. Property-Specific Applications Over the last few years, Council approved several applications from residents who requested permission to have additional dwelling units on their properties. Some of these ADUs were attached to an existing house while some were in accessory buildings. Development Services staff heard Council and the public raise concerns about small lot areas and impacts to wells. They also asked for standards that could be applied consistently to all requests. Groundwater Resources Aside from a portion of Sydenham that has a municipal water system, and waterfront properties that draw water from lakes, the majority of residents and businesses draw their water from underground aquifers. Aquifers are layers of bedrock, sand, and gravel that store water underground. The quantity and quality of groundwater varies depending on the location and depth of a well. The Ontario Well Records Database suggests that this variety exists across the Township and at the neighbourhood level. Four regional groundwater studies have been prepared in the Township. They are the Western Cataraqui Region Groundwater Study (2007) and Assessment Reports for the Cataraqui Source Protection Area, the Quinte Source Protection Area, and the MississippiRideau Source Protection Region. These studies all show that much of the Township sits on highly vulnerable aquifers. These aquifers can be easily changed or impacted by contamination and overuse. The Provincial Policy Statement (2020) requires planning authorities (i.e., the Township) to implement necessary restrictions on development to protect vulnerable and sensitive groundwater resources. In the context of additional dwelling units, the Township must be satisfied that the additional water usage of the units will not impact the water supply of the principal dwelling and of adjacent lots. The Township must also be satisfied that discharge from the required sewage system will not contaminate the groundwater, especially from nitrate-nitrogen.

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Discussion Public Comments A public meeting was held under the Planning Act on April 4, 2023. There were eight members of the public registered for the public meeting. One individual spoke regarding additional dwelling units. This individual agreed that it was not appropriate to allow ADUs on waterfront properties, given the sensitive nature of these areas. They appreciated the proposed holding overlay, but had concerns with the expense associated with completing a hydrogeological study and the impact on affordability of the units, as well as the need for such a study on large rural lots. They suggested that these studies are appropriate for settlement areas, denser areas, and smaller lots. They also questioned why, on large rural lots, a detached ADU needs to be so close to the primary dwelling and why they need to share a driveway. Council also had questions and comments regarding additional dwelling units. These are summarized below:

1. Are the amendments mandated by the Provincial Government and does the Township have control over any aspect, such as the number of additional dwelling units that could be permitted on a lot?
2. Is there anything stopping a landowner from applying for a severance to separate the additional dwelling unit from the house property, where the property is large enough for a severance?
3. Will additional dwelling units be permitted on waterfront properties?
4. What is the difference between a multiple residential building and an additional dwelling unit?
5. There will need to be a guideline on when hydrogeological assessments are required and what they need to cover. Agency Comments Cataraqui Conservation, Quinte Conservation, and Rideau Valley Conservation Authority are all supportive of the proposed amendments. Quinte Conservation asked for clarification on whether the definition of a waterbody includes wetlands. Rideau Valley Conservation Authority recommended that additional dwelling units be restricted on hazardous lands including steep slopes or unstable soils, in addition to floodplains. Frontenac County planning staff indicated that the policies and provisions are overall in good shape. They suggested that there may be challenges with the zoning provisions that require detached additional dwelling units to be within 40 metres of the principal dwelling, and that require the existing dwelling to be the principal dwelling. It was noted that people would have the option of requesting a minor variance. They suggested that the provisions could be revisited if needed after monitoring those situations over the first few years.

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Public Services noted that clustering detached additional dwelling units with primary dwellings (e.g. having them in proximity to each other and sharing a driveway) would avoid extra entrances, extra addressing at streetside, and extra waste collection stops at any given lot, lessening pressures on operations. Building Services suggested that the Zoning By-law does not need to include provisions about building entrances and pathways because this is addressed through the Ontario Building Code. It was suggested that the Township should consider creating guidelines about additional dwelling units for homeowners. Building Services also suggested that it is appropriate to require an applicant to demonstrate that there is sufficient area for a sewage system on a lot the same as any application. However, that it would be premature to require an approved sewage system in order to remove the Holding Overlay. Proposed Revisions Based on Comments The proposed amendments now before Council were revised where appropriate based on the feedback provided by Council, members of the public, Township departments, and Conservation Authorities. The revisions include changes to the text to clarify the intent. For example, the Township uses the term “waterbody” to describe its abundance of lakes, rivers, watercourses and wetlands. Therefore, prohibiting additional dwelling units within 90 metres of the highwater mark of a waterbody would exclude the majority of the Township from accommodating additional dwelling units. This would be contrary to the intent of the amendments to make it easier to get an additional dwelling unit. The word “waterbody” was replaced with “lake or river” to be consistent with the language and intent of section 5.2.7 of the Township Official Plan regarding development beside lakes and rivers. The revisions also included the removal of text. For example, provisions setting standards for exterior entrances and pathways were removed because they are addressed through the Ontario Building Code. Another example, the policy not allowing an additional dwelling unit to be severed was removed. The existing land division policies in the Township Official Plan will govern – a detached additional dwelling unit will not exempt a property from the maximum three severances that may be permitted from the property (i.e., a fourth severance will not be permitted). Regarding restricting additional dwelling units on hazardous lands including steep slopes or unstable soils, in addition to floodplains. Additional dwelling units are proposed to be specifically prohibited in a floodplain because the Township’s existing policies would not be triggered for an additional dwelling unit that would be wholly contained within an existing house (i.e., the existing policies would only prohibit a new building or an addition to an existing building in the floodplain). Additional dwelling units do not need to be specifically restricted near erosion hazards and steep slopes because they will be prohibited within 90 metres of lakes and rivers. There are no unstable soils mapped in the Township, so it is difficult to have a policy about them.

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Township of South Frontenac Staff Report - Township-Initiated Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments on Additional Dwelling Units

Planning Analysis Official Plan amendments need to be consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, 2020 and conform to the County of Frontenac Official Plan. Zoning By-law amendments must conform to the PPS, the County Official Plan and the Township Official Plan. The Township is currently limited in the types and density of housing that are permitted because there are no municipal water and sewer services, and communal servicing is not yet permitted. The proposed amendments support the creation of additional dwelling units as a housing option in addition to single detached dwellings. Allowing additional residential units on private services supports the accommodation of a mix of housing options and of affordable housing in the Township. They will provide options for a large segment of the Township’s population including elderly residents, caretakers for elderly parents, single people, young families, and people who cannot or do not want to have to maintain property. Additional dwelling units differ from multi-residential buildings in that the additional dwelling units are either added to existing housing stock or included in new purpose-built houses, thus maintaining the character (look and feel) of a neighbourhood or rural area. Additional dwelling units may also be in a separate building that is accessory to a house. They are also limited to three dwelling units on a property. Staff note that additional dwelling units in a house are similar to the “converted dwelling” that is currently permitted in the Urban Residential – Second Density (UR2) and Urban Multiple Residential (UMR) zones in the Township’s settlement areas. The Township sits on highly vulnerable aquifers. These aquifers can be easily changed or impacted by contamination and overuse. These facts are important to consider when intensifying or changing uses. The Township needs to encourage affordable housing but not at the expense of community needs, especially access to plentiful and clean water. For this reason, the proposed amendments would put in place standards that must be met before any additional dwelling unit is permitted on a property. The Zoning By-law amendment would establish a Township-wide holding overlay for additional dwelling units, excluding the municipal water serviced area of Sydenham. A holding overlay is similar to a holding symbol on a zone (-H) in that conditions need to be satisfied before a building permit can be issued, but a holding overlay applies to a geographic area instead of a property and it only applies to a specific use. The proposed By-law will require a hydrogeological study before a lot is removed from the Holding Overlay and a building permit issued for an additional dwelling unit. A hydrogeological study will be required regardless of the size of the property, recognizing that there are areas of the Township that have experienced groundwater constraints. Staff, in consultation with the County’s hydrogeologist consultant, have developed draft standards for hydrogeological assessment (Attachment #3). The draft standards outline different study requirements depending on the circumstance. A letter of opinion will be required for applications involving additional dwelling units that will be connected to the existing water supply of the principal house. The letter of opinion could be prepared by a www.southfrontenac.net Natural, Vibrant and Growing – a Progressive, Rural Leader.

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water treatment professional. A hydrogeological assessment will be required for applications involving additional dwelling units that will be connected to a new, separate water supply than the principal house. A hydrogeological assessment would need to be prepared by a hydrogeologist. The County’s hydrogeologist suggested that not all studies may need to be peer reviewed. It would be reasonable to require studies to be peer reviewed in specific circumstances, for example, for dug wells, in areas with a high number of housing/wells/sewage systems, and where bacterial and/or nitrate problems are identified. As part of staff discussion on the draft new Official Plan, it was identified that not everyone may want or need a permanent additional dwelling unit. Garden suites are a temporary form of housing permitted under the Planning Act and are subject to applications for temporary use by-laws and agreements between the landowner and the Township. Garden suites are currently a permitted use in the Agricultural (A), Urban Residential – First Density (UR1), and Urban Residential – Second Density (UR2) zones. They are not permitted in the predominant Rural (RU) zone. It is proposed to add garden suites as a permitted use in the RU zone to provide a temporary housing option to more residents in the Township. It is the opinion of staff that the proposed Official Plan amendment conforms to the Provincial Policy Statement 2020 and the County of Frontenac Official Plan. The proposed Zoning By-law conforms to the PPS, County Official Plan, and the Township Official Plan (with its own related amendment).

Next Steps Lifting a holding symbol currently requires an application for zoning by-law amendment and Council to pass a by-law. With Council support, staff would recommend that Council delegate authority to lift holding symbols to the Director of Development Services through by-law. Delegated authority is a tool that Council enabled through the adoption of Official Plan Amendment No. 24 on January 10, 2023, and that was approved by County Council in February. This would help to not burden Council with a large volume of straightforward applications and streamline the process for the proponent. A staff report and draft by-law will be provided for Council consideration at a future meeting.

Financial Implications The cost to a property owner for the municipal review and approval of a new additional dwelling unit would include a building permit fee (cost determined by the size of the unit and the dollar amount of construction) and a planning review for zoning compliance. The Province exempts additional dwelling units from the payment of development charges. There are no direct budget implications. Indirect impacts may be incurred due to potential enforcement of by-law requirements as well as potential growth-related service and infrastructure expansions/enhancements that could require additional municipal capital levy contributions in light of the statutory exemption of Development Charges.

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Relationship to Strategic Plans ☐ Not applicable to this report. ☒ This initiative is supported by the following priorities of the 2019-2022 Strategic Plan. •

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Priority: 2. Promote and support growth than meets the community’s needs while maintaining the integrity of our natural environment. and 4. Be a catalyst for the creation of vibrant, complete communities. Action Item (if applicable): N/A

Climate Considerations ☒ Not applicable to this report. ☐ This initiative supports climate change mitigation/adaption efforts in South Frontenac; and/or impacts the Township’s resilience to climate change.

Notice/Consultation Council held a public meeting under the Planning Act on April 4, 2023. Planning staff provided notice to all Township departments and had active discussion with Public Services and Building Services staff. The Township’s solicitor was also consulted on the proposed amendments.

Attachments

1. By-law 2023-73 Official Plan Amendment
2. By-law 2023-74 Zoning By-law Amendment
3. Proposed Township Hydrogeological Assessment Standards

Approvals Prepared By: Christine Woods, MCIP, RPP, Senior Planner Submitted By:

[Original Signed] Brad Wright Director of Development Services

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Approved By:

[Original Signed] Louise Fragnito, CPA, CGA Chief Administrative Officer

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Appendix 3 - Relevant Policies of the Provincial Policy Statement and the County of Frontenac Official Plan. Provincial Policy Statement 2020 •

Healthy, livable and safe communities are sustained by: (Section 1.1.1.b) o (b) accommodating an appropriate affordable and market-based range and mix of residential types (including single-detached, additional residential units, multi-unit housing, affordable housing and housing for older persons) o (c) avoiding development and land use patterns which may cause environmental or public health and safety concerns;

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Land use patterns within settlement areas shall be based on densities and mix of land uses which: (Section 1.1.3.2) o (a) Efficiently use land and resources o (b) Are appropriate for, and efficiently use, the infrastructure and public service facilities which are planned or available, and avoid the need for their unjustified and/or uneconomic expansion.

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Appropriate development standards should be promoted which facilitate intensification, redevelopment and compact form, while avoiding or mitigating risks to public health and safety. (Section 1.1.3.4)

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Healthy, Interrelated and viable rural areas should be supported by encouraging conservation and redevelopment of existing rural housing stock on rural lands ( Section 1.1.4.e)

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When directing development in rural settlement areas in accordance with policy 1.1.3, planning authorities shall give consideration to rural characteristics, the scale of development and the provision of appropriate service levels. (Section 1.1.4.3)

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Development that is compatible with the rural landscape and can be sustained by rural service levels should be promoted. (Section 1.1.5.4)

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Where municipal sewage services and municipal water services or private communal sewage services and private communal water services are not available, planned or feasible, individual on-site sewage services and individual on-site water services may be used provided that site conditions are suitable for the long-term provision of such services with no negative impacts. In settlement areas, individual on-site sewage services and individual on-site water services

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may be used for infilling and minor rounding out of existing development. (Section 1.6.6.4) •

Where partial services have been provided to address failed services in accordance with subsection (a), infilling on existing lots of record in rural areas in municipalities may be permitted where this would represent a logical and financially viable connection to the existing partial service and provided that site conditions are suitable for the long-term provision of such services with no negative impacts (Section 1.6.6.5).

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Long-term economic prosperity should be supported by encouraging residential uses to respond to dynamic market-based needs and provide necessary housing supply and range of housing options for a diverse workforce; (Section 1.7.1.b)

Planning authorities shall protect, improve or restore the quality and quantity of water by: •

minimizing potential negative impacts, including cross-jurisdictional and crosswatershed impacts; (Section 2.2.1.b)

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implementing necessary restrictions on development and site alteration to (Section 2.2.1.f): o 1. protect all municipal drinking water supplies and designated vulnerable areas; and o 2. protect, improve or restore vulnerable surface and ground water, sensitive surface water features and sensitive ground water features, and their hydrologic functions.

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Township Official Plans shall permit the use of a second residential unit in a detached house, semi-detached house or rowhouse if no building or structure ancillary to the house contains a second residential unit; and further, to allow the use of a residential unit in a building or structure ancillary to a detached house, semi-detached house, or rowhouse if the house contains a single residential unit. This policy shall not apply to existing sleeping cabins or ‘bunkies’ located on waterfront properties (Section 5.6.2).

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To maintain or improve water quality on a watershed-wide basis (Section 3.3.3.4.3.4)

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To ensure that the built form along a shoreline is not overly concentrated or dominating to the detriment of the natural form (Section 3.3.3.4.3.5)

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All new development within Settlement Areas will be provided with appropriate services to sustain permanent occupancy. (Section 4.2.1.4)

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Individual on-site sewage services sand individual on-site water services may be used provided that site conditions are suitable for the long-term provision of such

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services with no negative impacts. In settlement areas, these services may only be used for infilling and minor rounding out of existing development. Negative Impacts shall be defined for the purposes of this section and Section 4.2.1.5 as degradation to the quality and quantity of water, sensitive surface water features and sensitive groundwater features, and their related hydrologic functions, due to single, multiple or successive development. Negative Impacts should be assessed through environmental studies including hydrogeological or water quality impact assessments, in accordance with provincial standards (Section 4.2.1.5)

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Report 2023-132 Planning & Economic Development Advisory Committee Recommendation Report To:

Chair and Members of the Committee

From:

Kelly Pender, Chief Administrative Officer

Prepared by:

Sonya Bolton, Manager of Community Planning Richard Allen, Manager of Economic Development

Date of meeting:

December 13, 2023

Re:

Proposal to Amend County Fee By-Law to Update the Tariff of Fees for Land Use Planning & Fees for Citizen Land Use on County Owned Property

Recommendation Be It Resolved That the County of Frontenac Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee recommends to County Council: That Schedule C of By-Law Number 2023-007 of the County of Frontenac, being a Tariff of Fees for Land Use Planning, be updated in 2024 to reflect the new tariff of fees included as Attachment 1 to Report Number 2023-132; and That Schedule F of By-Law Number 2023-007 of the County of Frontenac, being Fees for Citizen Land Use on County Owned Property, be updated in 2024 to reflect the updated fees included as Attachment 2 to Report Number 2023-132. Background The purpose of this report is to outline the need to make changes to the fees charged for various planning applications at the County level, as well as fees associated with access to County owned properties. Subsections 391 (1) and (3) of the Municipal Act, 2001 S.O. 2001, c. 25, as amended, authorize a municipality to impose fees or charges including costs incurred by the municipality related to administration, enforcement and the establishment, acquisition, and replacement of capital assets. Subsection 394 (1) outlines restrictions on the imposition of user fees or charges. Section 69 of the Planning Act gives authority to

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municipalities to establish fees designed to meet the anticipated cost for the municipality to process planning applications. Comment Tariff of Fees for Land Use Planning Planning staff have been reviewing planning application fees in 2023 for both the County and the Townships. Staff have reviewed internal processes to ensure that the fees proposed are commensurate with the costs incurred to deliver the service. Furthermore, staff have reviewed the fees charged by other municipalities to ensure that the fee schedule is reasonable with those of our comparators. In undertaking a review of planning fees at the County level, planning staff have reviewed the application fees of the following municipalities in Ontario: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Township of Adelaide-Metcalfe County of Bruce County of Dufferin Region of Durham County of Essex County of Grey County of Haliburton County of Hastings County of Huron County of Lambton County of Lanark United Counties of Leeds and Grenville County of Lennox and Addington District of Muskoka County of Perth United Counties of Prescott and Russell County of Peterborough County of Renfrew County of Simcoe United Counties of Stormont, Dundas, and Glengarry County of Wellington

Attachment 3 to this report provides a comparison of fees, including the current fees charged, the proposed fees, the difference between the current and proposed fees, and the average fee from the research from the above municipalities. Many of the fees associated with planning applications are reasonable and reflect the averages seen in the research, such as those associated with draft plan of subdivision or condominium. However, some of the fees do not reflect the current cost of staff time to review and process the files, so there are some increases proposed, such as for a County Official Plan Amendment, draft plan extensions, and final plan approval. There are also several new fees for services that haven’t been charged for in the past, including amending draft plan conditions, additional public notices, minimum distance Recommendation Report to Planning & Economic Development Committee Proposed Update to Fees for Land Use Planning and Citizen Land Use of County Owned Property December 13, 2023

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separation calculation for development near livestock and manure facilities, and for inquiries and file searches that take more than an hour of staff time. Most planning applications propose changes that benefit one property or property owner. In these instances, the applicant/property owner should be responsible for covering the cost of processing their application. When the application fees do not accurately reflect the cost of processing planning applications, the remaining costs are covered by all taxpayers through the general levy. Fees for Citizen Land Use on County Owned Property Staff are also proposing new fees associated with land uses affecting County owned property, which are outlined in Attachment 2. The fees associated with these services have not changed in some time, so both the amount and cost of staff time were reviewed. Similar to the planning applications, where services and permissions benefit only one user or property owner, the application fees need to accurately reflect the amount of staff time and be covered by the applicant or owner. Fees for certificates of permission, licenses of occupation, and applications for sales still average four to eight hours of work, so a fee increase from $250.00 to $350.00 is proposed. For encroachments and rights-of-way, such as those involving the K&P Trail, the hours of work are more in line with eight to twelve hours instead of the current four to eight hours, as these issues are more complex. Therefore, a fee increase from $250.00 to $700.00 is proposed for these types of applications. Financial Implications This update to the Tariff of Fees for Land Use Planning and Fees for Citizen Land Use on County Owned Property will ensure that the County is recovering the cost of staff time on planning applications and property inquiries. Implementation of the updated fee schedule will increase user fees generated, which will in turn reduce the amount of funds required to be raised by the general tax levy. Organizations, Departments and Individuals Consulted and/or Affected County of Frontenac, Planning and Economic Development Department County of Frontenac, Corporate Services Attachments:

1. Proposed New Tariff of Fees for Land Use Planning
2. Proposed New Fees for Citizen Land Use on County Owned Property
3. Planning Fees Comparison Chart

Recommendation Report to Planning & Economic Development Committee Proposed Update to Fees for Land Use Planning and Citizen Land Use of County Owned Property December 13, 2023

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Schedule C Tariff of Fees for Land Use Planning Pre-Application Consultation Official Plan Amendments to County Official Plan, Draft Plan of Subdivision, Draft Plan of Condominium - $300.00 As per the County’s Pre-Application Consultation By-Law, the pre-application consultation process for plans of subdivision and plans of condominium involves a site visit to the subject property, including the County’s consulting hydrogeologist. The applicant is responsible for covering all costs associated with the County hydrogeologist’s site visit to the subject property. Official Plan County Official Plan Amendment (OPA): Initial Application Fee - $2,500.00 Deposit: In addition to the initial application fee, the applicant shall provide to the County of Frontenac a $1,000.00 deposit against which the County may charge any professional fees and expenses incurred related to the peer review of any supporting documentation submitted with the application. Any remaining balance of the deposit will be refunded after County Council has made a decision on the application and any required appeal period has lapsed. Refund: 60% of the initial application fee shall be returned if an application is rejected by the County of Frontenac as being deemed incomplete or is withdrawn by the applicant prior to the circulation of the application. Amendment to County OPA Application - $500.00 Approval of Local OPA not initiated by a Township - $1,000.00 Plan of Subdivision/Condominium Initial Application Fee • 1 to 20 developable lots/blocks/units - $3,250.00 • 21 to 50 developable lots/blocks/units - $4,750.00 • More than 50 developable lots/blocks/units - $6,250.00 Deposit: In addition to the initial application fee, the applicant shall provide to the County of Frontenac a $5,000.00 deposit against which the County may charge any professional fees and expenses incurred related to the peer review of any supporting documentation submitted with the application. Any remaining balance of the deposit will be refunded at the time of registration Refund: 60% of the initial application fee shall be returned if an application is rejected by the County of Frontenac as being deemed incomplete or is withdrawn by the applicant prior to the circulation of the application.

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Major Plan Revision (re-circulation) - $1,500.00 Minor Plan Revision (no re-circulation) - $800.00 Amendment to conditions following draft plan approval - $700.00 Draft Plan Approval Extension – $800.00 Final Plan of Subdivision/Condominium: Clearance of Conditions - $1,200.00 Condominium Exemption Application Fee - $1,000.00 For any plan of condominium submitted to the County of Frontenac for exemption under Section 50 of The Condominium Act, R.S.O. 1990, C26, as amended. Deeming By-Law/Part Lot Control Deeming By-law (Application Fee) - $700.00 Part Lot Control By-law (Application Fee) - $700.00 Other Planning and Administrative Items Public Notices • Notice to Cancel a Public Meeting - $100.00 • Circulation of an Additional Public Meeting Notice (due to an amended application, rescheduling a public meeting, or the need to hold a second public meeting) - $100.00 Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) • Calculation - $200.00 • Re-calculation - $100.00 General Inquiries and Archive/File Search Fee • First hour – no charge • More than an hour - $60.00 per hour External Fees and Other Charges The applicant shall provide the County of Frontenac, upon request, a deposit against which the County may, from time to time, charge any professional fees and expenses incurred related to the peer review of material submitted in support of an application. If such fees and expenses exceed the deposit, the applicant shall pay the difference upon being billed by the County with interest at a rate of 1.25% per month on accounts overdue more than 30 days.

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Schedule F Fees for Citizen Land Use on County Owned Property

Certificate of Permission

Application and Inspection Fee ……………………………………………………………………………..$350* (Based upon 4 to 8 hours for pre and post inspection and administration) License of Occupation

Application and Inspection Fee ……………………………………………………………………………..$350* for the duration of the agreement ………………………………………………………………….+ $100/year (Based upon 4 to 8 hours for pre and post inspection and administration) Encroachment Agreement

Application Fee……………………………………………………………………………………………………$700* (Based upon 8 to 12 hours for pre and post inspection and administration) Right of Way (RoW)

Application Fee……………………………………………………………………………………………………$700* (Based upon 8 to 12 hours for pre and post inspection and administration) Sale

Application Fee……………………………………………………………………………………………………$350* (Based upon 4 to 8 hours for pre and post inspection and administration) All sales must be in accordance with the County’s Sale of Real Property By-law.

• Plus related disbursements.

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Planning Fees – Comparison Chart Fee Category

Current Fee

Proposed Fee

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Pre-Application Consultation Official Plan Amendment (OPA)

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$300.00 $1,500.00 $1,000.00

$255.00 $4,884.00 $3,000.00

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Amendment to application

0

$500.00

$500.00

$513.00

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Approval of Local OPA initiated by other Draft Plan of Subdivision (DPS) & Draft Plan of Condominium (DPC): Up to 20 lots, blocks, or units DPS/DPC: 21-50 lots, blocks, or units DPS/DPC: More than 50 lots, blocks, or units •

Deposit

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$5,000.00

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Major plan revision (recirculation

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$1,500.00

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$800.00

$300.00

$1,051.00

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$700.00

$700.00

$633.00

$500.00

$800.00

$300.00

$935.00

$600.00

$1,200.00

$600.00

$1,671.00

$1,000.00

$1,000.00

0

$1,291.00

$300.00

$700.00

$400.00

$1,022.00

0

$100.00

$100.00

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0

$200.00 $100.00

$200.00 $100.00

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0

$60.00

$60.00

$60.00

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Report 2023-131 Committee Information Report To:

Chair and Members of the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee

From:

Debbi Miller, Community Development Officer

Date of meeting:

December, 13, 2023

Re:

Open Farm Days Follow Up Report 2023

Recommendation This report is for information only. Background Open Farms began in 2018 as part of the Advancing Economic Development in Frontenac County project to fulfill the request from South Frontenac Township to support its food and beverage sector. Since then, it has evolved to a regional initiative that included farms and food businesses from all four Frontenac Townships as well as partnerships with the Township of South Frontenac, Tourism Kingston, and the City of Kingston. Open Farms has been held on farms and businesses in Frontenac County for six (6) years. The first two years, 2018 and 2019, were held successfully in-person on farms. In 2019, some participating farms reported being overwhelmed with approximately 1,200 visitors to their site during the one-day event. The events in 2020 and 2021 were adapted because of COVID-19 and the public health guidelines and restrictions that were in place. Open Farms 2020 was a virtual event and 2021 was a combination of virtual and in-person. The 2021 in-person on farm component was ticketed for the three farms that participated to ensure numbers were manageable and met public health guidelines. A Community Hub in Centennial Park in Harrowsmith was added in 2021 and was an opportunity to bring various groups together in one place. The hub was primarily coordinated by the Township of South Frontenac and supported with grant funding. The 2022 event continued to evolve a partnership-based approach that allowed for the program to expand, but still relied heavily on County staff for centralized leadership and coordination. There were seven farms across Frontenac and Kingston that participated. The 2022 event was ticketed, and tickets were facilitated through the partnership

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between the County and the City of Kingston. There was a total of 195 tickets sold through the ticketing system with some additional tickets sold direct on the farm. As staff noted in Report 2023-043, there were various considerations discussed with farms and organizations from across the County of Frontenac and the City of Kingston before the plan for 2023 Open Farms was made. The Economic Development team met with this group on January 31, 2023, to discuss the 2023 event. The meeting was open to anyone interested in joining from Frontenac or Kingston. The meeting provided an opportunity for sharing successes from previous events, needs, and ideas for future. During the meeting the Open Farms team shared ideas about evolving the event from one weekend to be a 6-week event from September 1 to October 15, suggesting an online event calendar be developed for all the events to be in one place. Each event would be responsible for the event logistics with the website link going to their website and ticketing information. This would allow farms, businesses, and community organizations to participate in a way that worked for their operation. The name Open Farms was discussed and evolved to align with the length of the event, Open Farm Days 2023 – Celebrating farming & food in Frontenac & Kingston was agreed upon by the group during the meeting and a follow up email. The Open Farms core goals as outlined below were reviewed during the meeting, and there was consensus that the goals should remain with no changes. These core goals guide the event types that are included in Open Farms. 2023 Event Goals The core goals of Open Farms remain the same as they have been since 2018. A few adjustments have been made to reflect the event’s growth and evolution:

1. Educate consumers about small scale agriculture.
2. Increase awareness of farms and restaurants that serve local food.
3. Provide the opportunity for producers to connect directly with consumers.
4. Provide the opportunity for producers to start new long-term relationships with customers, restaurants, and other producers.
5. Grow our region’s reputation as a local food destination, to: a. Create interest among visitors. b. Attract new agricultural operations and food and beverage businesses, c. Drive new opportunities for culinary and agri-tourism product development.

Comment In 2023, after discussions with farms, businesses, and partners, it was determined that Open Farms would evolve from a weekend event to a 6-week event allowing a longer window for locations that offer products with different growing seasons or operational needs to participate. The longer timeframe for the event, also demonstrated the importance of agriculture in the region. The organizers for Open Farm Days moved from event coordination and logistics to focus on marketing the event through an online event Information Report to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee Open Farms Follow Up Report 2023 December 13, 2023

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calendar, www.OpenFarms.ca, which would host all the events, with links to their websites for ticketing or additional information. The Open Farm Days events in 2023 had 19 participating locations that were multifaceted, with a mix of ticketed and free-drop-in events, featuring on-farm experiences, farmer’s markets, community activities, farm-to-table culinary experiences, education sessions, experiences and the plowing match. Throughout Open Farm Days the team received comments from participating locations and visitors. Survey •

Each location was asked to complete a survey with feedback about Open Farm Days. There were 10 responses from locations received.

Virtual Follow Up Meeting •

A virtual meeting hosted by the team to provide some updates about attendance, website, marketing and events with the focus on the meeting seeking feedback from the farms, businesses and community organizations that participated. There were 8 locations that attended. Three additional locations submitted feedback.

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There were a handful of additional comments provided by farms, businesses and community partners.

The comments, outcomes and information from the various initiatives are summarized below with information included from the various methods used to receive feedback. Open Farm Days Partners In 2023 there were four organizations that partnered to work on Open Farm Days. This partnership included the following organizations and team members: • • • •

Debbi Miller, County of Frontenac Amanda Pantrey, Township of South Frontenac Ashley Bradshaw, Tourism Kingston Tracey Snow, City of Kingston

While Frontenac County continued to maintain the overall project management role, the collaboration between the partner organizations supported the events success. Similar collaborative opportunities will continue with an outline of what each partner will bring to the table in support of Open Farm Days. The partnership allowed various knowledge, connections and support to be in place for Open Farm Days. The various events and collaboration are expanded on throughout the report. Frontenac County staff will continue to partner on this event in support of agriculture. Exploring additional partners will be done on an annual basis. Information Report to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee Open Farms Follow Up Report 2023 December 13, 2023

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On-Farm The on-farm experiences continue to be a focus for Open Farm Days. Farms and organizations were encouraged during the month and half to participate in a way that worked for their operational demands. The option for ticketed or free drop-in events was up to each site to determine what they wanted to offer. There was a variety of both styles of events offered throughout the region. Some farms are not able to welcome visitors to their sites, due to the size or nature of their location. Connections with these farms to Open Farm Days will continue to be encouraged through education, farmers markets and other events where they are able to attend and participate. The farms and organizations were responsible for all aspects of their event, including coordinating the logistics, times, dates, costs and ticketing. By managing the ticketing each site had complete oversight over the numbers, costs and were able to reconcile their events in a timely fashion. This reduced the time required for staff support associated with ticketing and allowed staff resources to be spent on marketing. The on-farm experiences will continue to be a focus for Open Farm Days in future years. Bringing visitors to the farm is an important part of the connection with agriculture. Below are comments from Farmers and Event Participants about the on-farm experiences: •

Our free-drop-in event was steady from start to finish, previous years it was a big rush and then quiet. This year the steady worked out well.

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Enjoyed the Hopyard event that we attended and learned lots about hops.

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Having more on-farm events taking place the same day may be helpful for attendance.

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A bus tour to certain sites may be an option to support attendance. o The team will continue to raise awareness with the participating locations around the dates of events taking place. This may also support collaboration with the farms.

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Thinking about how we encourage people to open their farms and participate, maybe having a ‘How To Host An Event At Your Farm’ manual may be helpful. o The team is exploring an event manual.

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Our farm hosted ticketed, Walking Farm Tours with 12 people each, tickets were $40, and both events sold out. We also hosted ticketed bee keeping experiences and they also sold out.

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Several farms did reach out after the website was live and expressed interest for 2024. They were able to participate in 2023, most chose to wait.

Frontenac County staff will continue to support and encourage on-farm experiences and collaboration with the farms. The Open Farm Days team will explore an event manual. Proclamation Open Farm Days 2023 – Celebrating farming & food in Frontenac & Kingston was declared from September 1 to October 15, 2023, by the County of Frontenac, South Frontenac, North Frontenac, Central Frontenac, Frontenac Islands, and the City of Kingston. By declaring these days as Open Farms Days it demonstrated the importance of agriculture in our region. It helped to raise the profile of this important industry that impacts the region. The expanded timeline also allowed farms and organizations that have different times of harvest or operational demands to be involved. The change from one weekend to six weeks allowed more flexibility and involvement across various farms, businesses and community organizations. Frontenac County staff will submit a request for proclamation in 2024 to raise awareness for agriculture in our region. The dates to be proclaimed as “Open Farms Days 2024” will be determined based on discussions with the farms, businesses and community organizations. Open Farms website The online event calendar www.OpenFarms.ca was developed by a third-party contractor and then populated and maintained by the County of Frontenac, Economic Development team with content submitted from participating locations. This was the first year for a stand-a-lone website, as Open Farms was previously hosted on www.VisitFrontenac.ca. the previous site did not have the built in functionality that was required to host a visual online event calendar. The need to also host a stand-a-lone website was important with the increase in partnerships. The event calendar included visuals, event information with links to individual event sites to purchase tickets. The website format having events posted by date was in alignment with the discussions at the earlier meetings with farms, businesses and community organizations. The www.OpenFarms.ca website launched on August 2. Throughout the two and a half months, there was marketing directed to the site. The website raised awareness for the events in the region. Below are some analytics for the website from August 2 to October 15, 2023. • •

19 locations participated submitting events for the website. o In 2022, 6 locations hosted events. 89 events were listed on the website, including some multiple events. o 54 events were ticketed.

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o 35 events were free drop-in events, including 4 weekly farmers markets. o Tickets ranged in price from $10-$130. Total website users – 8,420 Number of webpages viewed by user – 28 Average engagement time on the website – 1 minute, 41 seconds Event count (the number of times a user triggered an event) – 79,000 There was a total of 26 email inquiries received through the website.

OpenFarms.ca was set up using Google Analytics 4, which uses different measurement from Google Analytics. In 2024, analytics will be able to be compared year over year. Here are comments received about the Open Farms website: • • • • •

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Having all the events in one place was helpful for residents and visitors. The look of the site was visually appealing. Expand on the information about what Open Farm Days is to raise more awareness for the purpose behind the initiative. Displaying by date displays sites with multiple events more often than those with single events and the single events may be missed. Some visitors indicated they thought some farms were only open on the day listed on the website. o The team is exploring options of structuring the website by location, rather than by date, with an event calendar as well for future years. This is intended to address the visibility for all locations and those that are open ongoing with farm gate stores. Visitors’ comments to our location were very positive. They saw the list of things to do on the website and this is why they visited the area for the weekend.

Frontenac County staff will review the website structure and through discussions with partners determine the best path. The focus for marketing efforts will be to direct to www.OpenFarms.ca. Launch Event The Launch Event for Open Farm Days was held at the Frontenac Farmers Market in Harrowsmith on September 1 from 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm. This event was chosen to be the launch event as it was on the first day of Open Farm Days and the market demonstrates alignment with the values of Open Farms. Farms and vendors was very important to the event organizers to ensure the celebration of farming and food was a focus. It was anticipated approximately 400 people attended the event. During the event there was a draw for various prizes from South Frontenac, Tourism Kingston and the County of Frontenac. 81 visitors added their names to the draw, many of the draw participants were first time visitors. The ribbon cutting (or pumpkin vine cutting) with speeches were held at 4:00 pm with political officials, Warden Vandewal, MPP John Jordan and Councillor Gary Osterhoff speaking. The MC for the event was Frontenac Farmers Market Manager Tarra Williamson. Information Report to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee Open Farms Follow Up Report 2023 December 13, 2023

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The five regional farmers markets were invited to attend the event and promote their markets and specific Open Farm Days activities. The Market at Wolfe Islands Commons was able to attend the event, all other regional markets were unavailable or did not reply to the invitation. Special signage was placed around the event promoting the regional markets. South Frontenac special event staff did additional coordination for food and beverage vendors, including two local craft beer vendors, fire pits, decorations, a photo booth, lighting, barricades, washrooms, hand washing stations, set up and tear down of the event. The market has weekly added-value activities such as live music and kids face painting that added to the ambiance and overall visitor experience. The launch event was a true celebration of food, farming, and building community. Frontenac Plowing Match The Frontenac County Plowing Match was held on September 10 from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm in Inverary. There were 23 competitors at the match, including one horse team. There were added value elements such as food vendors, live music, kids’ activities, and tractor rides with an educational component included. Due to insurance requirements from the Ontario Plowman’s Association (OPA), vendors were required to show proof of $5 million liability with the OPA named as additionally insured to participate. This created a barrier to participation and resulted in only two vendors participating in the event. The Frontenac Federation of Agriculture (FFA) hosted a politician tour the same day as the match and made the event a part of the itinerary. The tour stopped at the match for lunch and participants got to talk to the competitors and see the competition. This was well received from participants in the tour. Overall comments about the Plowing Match: • • •

The added educational component to the wagon rides about what is happening in the fields was well received. The Frontenac County Plowman’s Association indicated they would like to continue to be a part of Open Farm Days. South Frontenac Township is going to work with the Association to secure event insurance to support vendors participating more easily.

Open Farms Harvest The City of Kingston coordinated the Open Farms Harvest event, held on Saturday, October 14 in Kingston. This was a ticketed event and was the closing event for Open Farm Days. The event included 22 area farms that provided products to 8 local restaurants. There were 8 local beverage companies that also offered samplings. Two food and beverage pairing demonstrations were offered by chefs. The Farmers Market wrapped around the Information Report to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee Open Farms Follow Up Report 2023 December 13, 2023

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perimeter of the event to allow ticket holders and non-ticket holders to enjoy the market. The event had speeches at the beginning with Warden Ron Vandewal, Councillor Don Amos and CFB Kingston welcoming visitors to the event. Comments received about Open Farms Harvest: • • • •

Rain was in the forecast and potentially played a factor in the ticket sales. People came to the restaurant after the event that didn’t know about them, which was a positive. I would rather have paid less money and allowed more tickets in. Good event with great food and drinks.

Farm-to-Table Culinary Events Overall awareness of where food comes from continued to be encouraged through awareness of local products on menus. Farmers markets, restaurants and events were all encouraged to participate in a way that worked for them. Expanding on the previous offerings of the Open Farms farm-to-table events including ticketed menus with a coordination of educational speakers or inclusion of farms was encouraged. Tourism Kingston supported the coordination of four culinary events in Kingston. These events included: •

The Classic Twist on Kingston Food Tours with Heather Ford. Two events invited farmers to speak about their farm and products with a sampling opportunity in addition to the tour where they visited downtown Kingston restaurants and sampled local food and beverages. 12 tickets were sold for this event.

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Hardway Cider Co and Otter Creek Kitchen event was hosted at Hardway Cider Co in Kingston. The event paired locally made cider and a local menu with use of products from over 10 Frontenac County farms. This event sold out both seatings with 80 tickets.

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The Wharf and Feather planned to host a canapes and dinner event in early October. This event invited farms and producers from Frontenac and Kingston to showcase their products at the event. This event was added in late September and was cancelled two weeks before their event, the restaurant noted it was due to low ticket sales.

Farmers Market Frontenac and Kingston farmers markets were all invited to participate in Open Farm Days. Involvement included listing the regular weekly market, and special events and programming was organized and hosted at the markets. The following 4 of the 5 markets participated, Frontenac Farmers Market, Sharbot Lake Farmers Market, The Market at Wolfe Island Commons, The Memorial Centre Farmers Market. Information Report to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee Open Farms Follow Up Report 2023 December 13, 2023

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Raising awareness for the farmers markets in the region is important. Through continued awareness and support for the farmers markets there will be stronger connections. Overall comments about the Farmers Markets: •

The increased awareness through the marketing supported our location.

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Some vendors were not aware of Open Farm Days, this may be an opportunity to connect with vendors at the very beginning and they can help promote Open Farm Days.

Frontenac County staff will continue to explore ways to collaborate with the Farmers Markets and for them to also collaborate with each other. Media Coverage There were eleven media inquiries, all of which resulted in an interview and a story. Below is a summary of the media coverage for Open Farm Days. The traffic to www.OpenFarms.ca saw a substantial increase during the CBC morning show interview. Including farms in the media interviews was an important consideration for Economic Development staff as they coordinated the interviews, so the farms could share why they were involved and the importance of agriculture to them. o o o o o o o o o o

Global News Global morning show The Kingston Whig Standard and Kingston This Week The Kingston Whig Standard – Plowing Match CFRC CBC Morning Show Frontenac News Frontenac News – Plowing Match The Kingstonist YGK News

Marketing The marketing for Open Farm Days directed to www.OpenFarms.ca. The marketing strategy outlined the various collateral to point to www.OpenFarms.ca encouraging visitors to learn more. Open Farm Days marketing used different visuals across the various channels representing the unique types of farms, businesses and community organizations hosting events. The use of different visuals was well received. The collaborative marketing plan for Open Farm Days included, website, social media paid and organic posts, ads, boosted posts, shared content, road signs, posters, postcards, site signs, and t-shirts across partner channels. Information Report to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee Open Farms Follow Up Report 2023 December 13, 2023

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The marketing for Open Farm Days continued to be led by Frontenac County with partners sharing across their channels and posting their own content about events. Partners were responsible for coordination, booking and distribution of posters, postcards, and signage within their area. Each event location was provided with Open Farm Days posters, postcards, a welcome sign and event t-shirts that listed all the event locations. Locations were encouraged to promote their events to their networks on social media, newsletters and other advertising options. Below are the analytics for some of the social media used by the four partners. The analytics outlined below are from August 2 to October 15, 2023. Visit Frontenac The Visit Frontenac social media was managed by the Frontenac County Economic Development team. There was a combination of organic, paid and boosted posts across the Visit Frontenac channels. Some posts were also shared on County of Frontenac social media accounts. • • •

Facebook, new followers – 98 Instagram, new followers – 104 There was a total of 8 paid ads and boosted posts that ran for various durations. o Paid reach – 49,753 Reach - The number of accounts that saw your ads at least once. Reach is different from impressions, which may include multiple views of your ads by the same account. This metric is estimated. o Paid Impressions – 191,360

Impressions are the number of times any content from your Page or about your Page entered a person’s screen. There were 17 organic posts on Facebook and 14 on Instagram with the following activity: • •

Facebook Impressions - 21,673 Instagram Impressions – 8,040

Facebook was the platform with the highest performance. Township of South Frontenac South Frontenac used its official social media accounts on Facebook, X, and Instagram to promote the event. In addition, the events were included on the Community Events Calendar, in the Frontenac News weekly banner, featured on the electronic sign outside of the municipal office in Sydenham, and featured in the 25 Things to do South Frontenac Fall Edition. Facebook was the platform with the highest performance. South Frontenac posted 9 original and organic posts garnering the following activity: Information Report to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee Open Farms Follow Up Report 2023 December 13, 2023

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Impressions – 15,560

Tourism Kingston Tourism Kingston used its Visit Kingston website connecting all Open Farm Days information towards a dedicated landing page, inclusion of Open Farm Days and Kingston events with the 25 things list in September and October in both digital and print, updated one blog post, and rotating video display graphics at the Visitor Information Centre. Facebook, Instagram, Instagram Reels and Tic Tok were used to promote events occurring in Kingston and share Open Farm Days content from partners. Tourism Kingston boosted 3 posts, including a blog post, and held 2 contests with prize winners given tickets to Open Farm Days events for a total spend of $700. Each of the 3 events facilitated by Tourism Kingston with Kingston partners were promoted through a dedicated landing page, a Facebook event post and promotion from participating partners on their website and social media channels. 19 social media posts, both paid and organic, original content or shared from partners garnered a total of 257,075 impressions. The following activity was achieved from 19 social media posts: • • • •

Facebook Impressions - 149,432 Instagram Impressions – 22,710 Instagram Reels Impressions – 78,122 Tik Tok Impressions – 6,811

Through these events Tourism Kingston recorded over 90 people in attendance with 1 of the events selling out both seatings. City of Kingston The City of Kingston used some of its existing social media accounts to include Open Farm Days this included banner on the city website and digital screens in facilities, The city printed posters and postcards for Open Farm Days. The City of Kingston focused on the promotion of Open Farms Harvest event across their social media and other City channels. Open Farms Harvest marketing was separate from Open Farm Days. Regional Tourism Organizations The regional tourism organizations, RTO 9 and OHTO both supported the event with promotion across their messaging platforms. Both amplified messages using their networks and their newsletters. RTO 9 visited multiple sites over two days taking photos and videos to create Instagram reels. RTO 9 posted 2 reels and saw the following results. Information Report to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee Open Farms Follow Up Report 2023 December 13, 2023

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Accounts reached – 7,209

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Plays – 7,617

Comments received about the marketing: •

Multiple people found our farm from the Tourism Kingston website.

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Visitors were happy to see so many options for things to do.

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Sharbot Lake Farmers Market BBQ attracted double the number of people, and this was attributed to the marketing for Open Farm Days. Many people came only to the BBQ which was advertised through Open Farm Days.

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Visitors from Michigan that participated in our event thought Open Farm Days was interesting.

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The road signs are great, and I like the different ones.

Education Education was highlighted by some farms and organizations as being an important aspect of raising awareness for farming and farm-to-table. The Open Farm Days team worked with farms and partners to host and increase the number and style of educational components to Open Farm Days. South Frontenac coordinated two in-person education sessions, Meet a Farmer and Sow You Want to Grow Some Food. Both events were held in the evening in South Frontenac. Meet a Farmer was an opportunity for farmers to share their knowledge, stories and to answer questions from those attending the event. There were farmers from five farms across Frontenac and Kingston that shared their time and knowledge at the session. Participating farms included, Mark McCrady and Becky Williams from Maple Ridge Farm, Ron Vandewal from Lakevalley Farm, Sarah Winney from The Rise Farm, Tammara Maher from Collective Joy – All Season Farm, and Grace Reeves from the Wolfe Island Hopyard. The attendance at the event was low, but the conversation and interest were very valuable. Each of the farms shared all aspects of their farming story with the group. Sow You Want to Grow Some Food was an opportunity to learn more about what it takes to start a garden with farmers sharing knowledge and expertise across various facets of this topic. There were six farms across Frontenac and Kingston that shared their time and knowledge at the session. Participating farms included, Tarra Williamson, Frontenac Farmers Market/Bloom Farm, Tanya Hayman, Elements Fitness & Wellness, Pat Joslin, Bear Root Gardens, Ian Shutt, Patchwork Gardens, Ellen Mortfield, The Grace Centre Foodbank and Community Garden, Dianne Dowling, Kingston Area Seed System Initiative (KASSI). Similar to the Meet a Farmer event, the attendance was low but the interest from the attendees and insight from the panellists was invaluable. The Frontenac County Plowing Match also focused on education during their event. They had speakers on the wagon rides to share information about what was happening Information Report to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee Open Farms Follow Up Report 2023 December 13, 2023

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in the field. They also offered additional education and awareness through colouring books and a sensory bin at the event. In the debrief discussions, it was noted that hosting educational sessions at other events or in a different format needs to be explored to support the attendance. Several farms offered ideas and suggestions for how education sessions could be successful. The City of Kingston had originally indicated they would provide a couple of Open Farm Days educational programming, as noted in the initial report. These education sessions did not come to fruition. Comments received about the education sessions: •

Hosting educational sessions at existing events or in a different format needs to be explored to support the attendance. Several farms offered ideas and suggestions for how education sessions could be successful.

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There were new connections made during the education sessions with farmers, which was noted by the farms as being very important for them.

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There is an opportunity to include more information, signage or key messages to event locations to share with visitors as a more cohesive message. Raising more awareness for the core goals of the initiative is important.

Connections Building and strengthening farm-to-table connections with farms, chefs, businesses, and producers is another area that is required to support each of these groups. This work will require a focused approach and is being planned for the winter of 2024. The Open Farms contact list, which includes farms, organizations, chefs, and retailers continued to be built out during Open Farms 2023. Frontenac County staff made numerous direct connections with farms, producers, chefs, and businesses. Comments recieved about the connections: •

Partnered with Kingston Food Tours and provided fresh baked pies, made with local, in season ingredients. We set up a table at the Welcome Center in Kingston and became the final stop with dessert. We spoke about our farm and local food. We did this on 2 consecutive Sundays and were pleased to find visitors come to our store. They made purchases and referenced their experience in Kingston. We felt this exercise helped to put a face on farmers downtown and was well received.

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We received good feedback during and after the event. We had guests stop at our restaurant after going to the Open Farms Harvest event. They were not aware of us previously.

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I strategically opened the vendor applications the week after the launch event and are already sold out for 2024 vendors.

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Perhaps Open Farms is not attracting the right people to the right venues, perhaps there needs to be more of a focus on relationship building for many farms and knowing who you are trying to sell your product to.

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I loved hosting the 2 tours we did, we could not get the numbers as many visitors on the island had gone home by September 1. Open the calendar for all of August as well.

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Offer a passport idea where participants would get a stamp at each location and earn points or a prize.

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The cost for experiences made people decide between events as they were not able to attend all events.

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It does feel the open farms lost the original appeal. Maybe it should go back to the original root. A few well-known local farms are not part of the event. I think it necessary to listen to them and their needs to get them on board in the future.

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The event has moved very far away from the original intent of the overall model (actual farms welcoming the public in) and more specifically in this region from what the NFU had started years before Frontenac County took over. The bulk of the events have either nothing to do with locally produced food or they are just a listing of things around local food that are happening anyways. The marketing efforts are also quite weak but that is only a secondary concern because I found the same thing last year and I just don’t want to put that much effort into pushing an event that I don’t feel good about. These days there is a lot of lip service and parading around of farmers to make it seem like more “good” is being done than what actually is. I would recommend the organizers take a deep look at this event if they plan to continue running it into the future. Perhaps hire a couple farmers to be a part of the team organizing, because this is what happens when you have an event that’s supposed to be based around local food but no one in local food is at the helm.

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Why is it ok for everyone else to make money but farmers? No one goes into a coffee shop and say you are charging too much…either buy the coffee or don’t. Everyone wants a free open your farm to the public event….of course they do… and if that’s what the municipalities want, they should pay the farmers for opening their farm. Why is it considered a charitable event? I think it’s time we elevate the events we offer. Agrotourism is booming in some jurisdictions so if the county is serious about supporting agriculture, then perhaps learning from the communities that are happening is where it’s at.

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People shouldn’t be shamed for charging for their time.

Frontenac County Staff Resources The change in structure to a new standalone website and the duration of the event required a substantial amount of time. The Community Development Officer spent 312 hours on Open Farm Days in 2023. This translates to just over 2 months of the Community Development Officer’s time. Discussion: Future Options for Open Farm Days The support and success of the Open Farm Days event continues to grow, along with interest from various farms, community, and business interests, however, it appears that managing that growth continue to require a corresponding increase of County and partner resources. The following considerations will be reviewed with partners and participating locations for the 2024 Open Farm Days event.

1. Does the agricultural community still want to participate in Open Farm Days using the same format that was used in 2023?
2. Are the goals associated with Open Farm Days still suitable goals for the region, and does Open Farm Days still serve those goals?
3. Given the intensive use of County resources to produce this event, should the size and scope of the event be limited or further distributed?
4. Given the success of the event, are there other agricultural economic development efforts that could benefit from the County’s attention? Examples include providing resources and training to assist farms in the creation of their own events, working to strengthen the presence of local farmers markets or working directly with farms and local restaurants to strengthen and increase farmto-table opportunities.
5. Can event marketing be distributed among partners?
6. Considering the recommendations of the Economic Development Service Review, does Open Farms still meet the County’s economic development mandate? After reviewing and answering the questions above, maintaining the same format for Open Farm Days in 2024, will be important to allow the Community Development Officer time to be focused on the development of Open Farm Days with Frontenac farms, producers, chefs and community organizations in collaboration with the partners. Information Report to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee Open Farms Follow Up Report 2023 December 13, 2023

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The approach in 2024 will be: •

Continue to use the website www.OpenFarms.ca and continue to be supported for events that align with Open Farms Core Goals be included on the website.

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Open Farm Days be declared for a specified timeframe, exact dates to be determined.

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Farms, businesses and community organizations be encouraged to collaborate to increase the number and types of events. Events could include ticketed or free tours, experiences, farm-to-table culinary meals and experiences, community events, and educational sessions.

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Collaborative marketing with partners to allow Frontenac County staff to support additional farms in Frontenac County be involved.

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Establishing clarity around roles and responsibilities for each partner organization in order to ensure efficient use of time and resources.

Financial Implications The County of Frontenac’s operating budget for Open Farms 2023 was $8,000 and all expenses, including the development of www.openfarms.ca, were delivered within the assigned envelope. An application was submitted to the Experience Ontario Grant program but the County was not successful. The budget for the 2024 Open Farms event remains at $8,000. Strategic Priorities Organizations, Departments and Individuals Consulted and/or Affected Frontenac County Council and Staff South Frontenac Township City of Kingston Tourism Kingston Frontenac Federation of Agriculture National Farmers’ Union Local 316 Frontenac Farmers Market Frontenac County Plowmen’s Association

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Jannette Amini Subject:

FW:

From: marcmoeys@s Sent: October 27, 2023 3:21 PM To: Judy Greenwood-Speers JGreenwoodSpeers@frontenacislands.ca Subject: KP south to Harrowsmith

Good morning Judy, I received a very quick answer from the OFATV this morning to your questions about passes and trails. There are now 24 clubs in Ontario. In those clubs the KP would be unique in the fact that the county does not require a trail pass. The main reason for requiring a pass is insurance. The OFATV provides a $15 million policy for the landowner. The secondary reason is money. When trail passes became a requirement in the Ottawa area The Ottawa ATV club exceeded one thousand members. That number of members enabled the the Ottawa club to contribute tens of thousands of dollars to trail maintenance. In some municipalities like Gananoque the bylaw requiring a trail pass extends to municipal road use, supplanting the provincial law allowing ATVs on all roads (not highways). Your second question about municipal trails and private trails is a little more complicated. The majority of trails are located on municipal roads, rail beds and crown land. As mentioned previously municipal roads allow ATV use in Ontario unless the local municipality has a bylaw preventing that use. Some municipalities require an OFATV pass to access roads in their area. Rail beds as mentioned require a pass. Crown Land is a little different. Many OFATV trails pass through crown land where there is no control. That’s all I know Judy. I can find anything else out you need. Lanark County, Renfrew County and Hastings County all have agreements with OFATV for use for the $15 million in insurance. There is also a partnership with the OFATV to improve and maintain the trails. Let me know if you have any other questions. Could you introduce me to Bill Saunders and pass this information along please? I do not know Bill.

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From: Lucie S < > Date: December 6, 2023 at 9:38:10 AM EST To: talktous talktous@frontenaccounty.ca Subject: Re: Planning & Economic Development Committee to Discuss Request on December 13, 2023

Not sure if you’ll get this, but a resolute NO to the ATVs! Please let finally even out in the country, think of health of not only us humans, also nature. Noise, pollution, safety, obesity, etc. Let us be thinking of the future And not going back!

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