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TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING AGENDA

TIME: DATE: PLACE:

7:00 PM, Tuesday, September 27, 2016 Council Chambers.

Call to Order

Declaration of pecuniary interest and the general nature thereof

Scheduled Closed Session - n/a

***Recess *** - n/a

Delegations

(a)

Anne Prichard, Community Futures Development Corporation, re: Updates

(b)

Anne Marie Young, County of Frontenac, re: Draft Harrowsmith Community Improvement Plan

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(c)

Alison Vandervelde, County of Frontenac, re: County Branding Initiative

53 - 81

Reports Requiring Action

(a)

Rick Chesebrough, Fire Chief, re: Emergency Response Fees

82 - 83

(b)

Lindsay Mills, Planner, re: Illegal Special Event Concerts - Part Lot 13, Concession VII: Veseau

84 - 86

(c)

Lindsay Mills, Planner, re: Parkland Fee for Matias - Willowbrook Estates

87 - 93

(d)

Lindsay Mills, Planner, re: Closing of Road Allowance in Part of Lot 8, Between Concession X and XI, Loughborough District

94 - 97

(e)

Angela Maddocks, Executive Assistant, re: Fire Hall Tour and Offsite Meeting

Reports for Information

(a)

Tim Laprade, Arena/Recreation Supervisor, re: Recreation Survey Results

Rise & Report

(a)

Rideau Valley Conservation Authority

(b)

Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority

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(c)

Quinte Region Conservation Authority

(d)

Portland Heritage

Information Items - n/a

Notice of Motions

Announcements

Question of Clarity (from the public on outcome of agenda items)

Closed Session (if requested)

Adjournment

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Our Challenge The Frontenac Community Futures Development Corporation is funded by the Federal Development Agency of Southern Ontario (FedDev). In the 2012-13 year, FedDev changed their funding model. This resulted in a funding decrease of approximately $70,000 annually. Since May 2013, our loan portfolio has grown an impressive 41.1%. While we are pleased with this success, it has placed stress on both our operational and investment funds. To consistently have loan funds available, we have borrowed investment capital from another CFDC. This action has allowed us to continue to help Frontenac businesses a start and grow, but necessitates interest on the funds borrowed. Given the uptake we receive from our clients, we anticipate borrowing additional investment capital within the next two months. Option 1 Frontenac CFDC is requesting the Township of South Frontenac to consider allocating a grant of $35,000 in their 2017 budget. With the approval of FedDev, the organization is able to transfer a small percentage of funds from the interest earned on its loan portfolio to offset operational costs. In 2015 the board requested a transfer for the first time, cost saving measures were implemented and a staff reduction from 4 to 3 positions took place. Unfortunately, the growth and utilization of our initiatives have however created a conundrum, as those funds used to offset operation are now required to lend. It is for this reason that in this fiscal year (2016-2017) that we request your assistance with a grant of $35,000. This investment in your Community’s Future will allow for the continued the growth of businesses within South Frontenac. Option 2 Frontenac CFDC is requesting the Township of South Frontenac to consider allocating a grant of $30,000 in their 2017 budget. The Frontenac CFDC board would like to further invest in their successful Food and Beverage strategy. This strategy has seen the attraction of Seed to Sausage Corp to Central Frontenac, Back Forty Artisan Cheese to North Frontenac and Wolfe Island Artisanal Spring Craft Brewery to Frontenac Islands. As well, it has supported Limestone Organic Creamery, the winner of the Ontario Association of CFDC’s Entrepreneur of the Year in 2015, as well as a number of other food and beverage businesses. The initiative itself received the Community Economic Development award from the Ontario Association of CFDCs in 2015. The funds in part would be used to participate in the Ontario Craft Brewer’s Conference, Canadian Restaurant Show, and SIAL Toronto. It would also enable the organization to become a member of Ontario’s East’s Food and Beverage sector. Why do we wish to make these investments? Last year’s participation in the Ontario Craft Brewer’s Conference resulted in Frontenac realizing their first craft brewery, Wolfe Island Artisanal Spring Craft Brewery. There have been numerous studies done that show the positive economic effect that these craft breweries have in their communities and you only have to look at Beau’s Brewery in Vankleek Hill to see that. Earlier this year, our partnership with KEDCO enabled a new Frontenac business, Wolfe Island Grill Home Meals, to exhibit at SIAL Montreal. I saw firsthand how huge an impact this opportunity had on this business in generating sales and solid leads and would like to enable other businesses to have this opportunity.

Harrowsmith Community Improvement Plan SEPTEMBER 27, 2016 Anne Marie Young

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Partnership

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How We Got Here • County funding to CIPs: $70,000 each • Previous CIPS – Verona (2011) – Sharbot Lake (2012) – Marysville (2013) – North Frontenac (2016)

• December 2015 - Approval from South Frontenac Council for Harrowsmith

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CIP: What is it? Primary elements of a CIP – Grant and/or Loan Programs – Municipally‐Driven Programs

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Benefits Of a CIP • Improved physical appearance

• Attracts new investment • Coordinates municipal investment

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Consultation in the Community • 2 public consultations were held in Harrowsmith • Input was sought on: – Needs – Vision – Goals – Preferred programs

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Programs Considered Potential Funding Programs:

Façade Improvement Program
Commercial Building Improvement Grant
Accessibility Enhancements
Commercial Space Funding
Business Start-up Funding
Seniors Housing Study Incentives
Community Improvement Loan Program
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1. Façade Improvement Program • Improve the appearance of commercial and residential buildings to improve the overall aesthetics and character of the community. • A onetime grant of 50% to a maximum of $2,000 for residential or $3500 of eligible project costs. • Residential projects must front onto Road 38 or occupy a visually prominent location within the planning area. Page 11 of 121

2. Commercial Building Improvement Grant • Restore the existing commercial building stock, relating to projects beyond basic Façade Improvement. • A onetime grant of 50% to a maximum of $3,500 of eligible project costs. • Complements the Façade Improvement Program, specifically tailored to businesses. Page 12 of 121

3. Accessibility Enhancements • Encourage commercial property owners to retrofit entranceways and other access points to ensure facilities are accessible to all members of the community. • A onetime grant of 50% to a maximum of $3,500 of eligible project costs in order to improve accessibility for commercial properties. Page 13 of 121

4. Community Improvement Loan Program • Preferential financing for eligible projects. • Eligible project are those project approved under the prior noted Grant Programs but excludes the Municipal Fees Grant Program. • An interest-free loan to a maximum of $7,500 amortized over five years is available to assist property owners in addition to grant programs. Page 14 of 121

8. Municipal Fees Rebate Program • Reduces the costs of development and/or rehabilitation that contribute to the quality of the community. • A onetime grant equal to the total application costs or $2,000, whichever is less. Application fees must be for improvement projects fronting onto Road 38.

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Next steps • South Frontenac Council approves Draft Harrowsmith Community Improvement Plan – September 27, 2016 • Public Meeting and final approval – October 4, 2016 • Implementation of the Plan

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Administrative Process

Pre-consulation and Application Submission
Application Review and Evaluation
Application Approval
Payment of Funds

• Applicant presents project to Township staff • Staff provides comments regarding project eligibility and required application submission materials

• Staff reviews application in relation to CIP objectives and recommends for approval

• Application is approved by the Township’s CAO and an agreement is executed between the Township and the applicant

• Applicant demonstrates to Staff that work has been completed (original receipts will be required) • Funds are distributed to applicant

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Questions? Anne Marie Young Manager of Economic Development ayoung@frontenaccounty.ca 613-548-9400 ext. 330 #InFrontenac

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2016

Harrowsmith Community Improvement Plan SOUTH FRONTENAC REID SHEPHERD/ANNE MARIE YOUNG

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Table of Contents 1

Section 1 - Background ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 1 1.1

Purpose…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 1

1.2

The Community Vision …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2

1.3

Project Area Information ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3

1.3.1

Transportation Networks …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3

1.3.2

Trails Junction …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4

1.3.3

Land Use ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5

1.3.4

Community …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 5

1.4

Background ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6

1.5

Public/Community Benefit…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 7

1.6

Public Engagement ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 7

1.6.1 2

Section 2 – Legislative Context…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 9 2.1

Provincial Policy Statement, 2014 ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 9

2.2

Municipal Act ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 10

2.3

Planning Act ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 11

2.4

County of Frontenac Integrated Community Sustainability Plan (ICSP)……………………………………………………………….. 12

2.5

Township of South Frontenac Official Plan, 2003 …………………………………………………………………………………………………. 12

Section 3 – Community Improvement Plan Programming ………………………………………………………………………………………….. 13 3.1

Goals and Objectives …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 13

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Summary of Suggestions…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 8

Harrowsmith – Community Improvement Plan 2016 3.2 Financial Programs ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 15

3.2.1

General Program Requirements …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 15

3.2.2

Incentive Programs ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 17

3.2.3

Other Economic Development Programs …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 20

3.3

Program Implementation ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 21

3.4

Municipally Initiated Projects ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 23

3.5

Amendments to the CIP ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 23

3.6

Marketing the CIP ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 23

3.7

Monitoring the Plan …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 24

3.8

Conclusion ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 24

Section 4 – Appendices …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 26 4.1

Appendix A – Community Input from Consultations ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 26

4.1.1

What do you like most about Harrowsmith? …………………………………………………………………………………………………. 26

4.1.2

What needs improvement in Harrowsmith? ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 27

4.1.3

What is your vision of Harrowsmith in 5 or 10 years? ………………………………………………………………………………………. 28

4.1.4

What kind of incentive programs would be best for Harrowsmith? ……………………………………………………………….. 29

4.1.5

What kind of projects should the township work on? ……………………………………………………………………………………. 29

4.1.6

Where should the plan apply? ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 30

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Figure 1: CIP Project Area…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3 Figure 2: Recommended improvements to Road 38 intersection. ……………………………………………………………………………………… 4 Figure 3: Community Improvement Plan Administrative Process ………………………………………………………………………………………. 22

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1 SECTION 1 - BACKGROUND 1.1 PURPOSE Community Improvement Plans (CIP) are one of the many sustainable community planning tools found in the Planning Act. They are intended to help communities set out the tools and strategies for improving the built, economic and social environment in designated areas within a municipality. These tools provide a means of planning and financing development activities that can assist in the use, reuse and restoration of lands, buildings and infrastructure. A CIP is a document that identifies an area or areas of a municipality where, in the opinion of a Municipal Council, improvement is desirable because of age, dilapidation, overcrowding, faulty arrangement, unsuitability of buildings or for any other environmental, social or community economic development reason (Section 28 (1) of the Planning Act). For a municipality to have the ability to approve a CIP, it must have policies in its Official Plan that set out where, what, and how these plans should be used. The South Frontenac Official Plan contains policies that enable a CIP to be implemented in the community of Harrowsmith. After a detailed evaluation process comparing several settlement areas within the County of Frontenac, the community of Harrowsmith was chosen for this CIP. This initiative follows a number of other successful plans put in place within the County of Frontenac including Verona, Sharbot Lake, Marysville and North Frontenac. A CIP allows municipalities to provide incentives in the form of financial assistance to property owners in defined areas to overcome shortfalls and barriers to improvement of these areas. Normally, Section 106 of the Municipal Act prohibits municipalities from directly or indirectly assisting local businesses by giving or lending money. Having a CIP in place legally allows a municipality to financially assist businesses and property owners in making improvements to private properties.

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A CIP also allows a municipality to acquire, rehabilitate and dispose of land and to provide grants and loans to owners and tenants, as well as to undertake infrastructure and public space improvements. CIPs are not a new tool and have been proven as an effective option for encouraging change and improvement using a focused approach that allows a municipality to be a partner with private sector property owners.

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1.2 THE COMMUNITY VISION As a guiding framework and basis for this CIP, a vision statement has been developed based on consultation processes which occurred throughout the planning process. Input from County and Township Council members and staff, business owners, home owners, and community organizations was integrated to create the vision statement. To reflect the objectives of the CIP, the visioning process originated from the central themes of community safety, community appearance and amenities, and building condition improvement and land use. The following vision statement integrates these themes and adopts the unique goals and objectives highlighted throughout the consultation processes: “Harrowsmith will continue to build upon its strengths as an active and engaged community that has pride in its sense of community. As a group it values community safety, the importance of schools, recreation and businesses, active transportation and projecting welcoming image for travellers. The village will continue to provide the day-to-day needs of residents and visitors; improvements to the main North- South and EastWest corridors will improve safety for pedestrians. Private property owners will be encouraged to maintain and improve the visual appearance of buildings and properties to support the development of a unique character for the community.”

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1.3 PROJECT AREA INFORMATION The Planning Act requires the designation of a community improvement project area through the Official Plan and a separate by-law. Both the Official Plan policies concerning CIPs and the designating by-law can be site-specific or include the entire municipality. Based on direction from Township Council, CIPs within the Township are to be limited to settlement areas in order to direct incentives where improvement will be most beneficial to the community as a whole. Accordingly, the planning area boundaries for the Harrowsmith CIP are consistent with the settlement area boundaries as established within the Official Plan (see Figure 1)

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1.3.1 Transportation Networks Harrowsmith is strategically located along a major north-south thoroughfare named Road 38. Road 38 passes north/south through the community and defines the main street, while Harrowsmith Road, Wilton Road and Colebrook Road all intersect Road 38 at a junction near the southern end of the community. This intersection has proven to be dangerous and difficult to Figure 1: CIP Project Area navigate due to the number of roads converging, the topography and the high volume of traffic traveling along Road 38. The Township of South Frontenac will be undertaking a major construction project to

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improve this area. Recommendations have included closing off multiple roads and the addition of a signalized intersection (see Figure 2). Harrowsmith is also located close to the City of Kingston. Downtown Kingston is less than 30 minutes from Harrowsmith and many residents commute into the city for work. Meanwhile, the community occupies a strategic location as the first settlement community along Road 38 heading north from Highway 401. Many drivers heading north to other communities, cottages and businesses pass through Harrowsmith on their route. Gateway signs to the community currently read “Harrowsmith: Gateway to the Canadian Shield”.

Figure 2: Recommended improvements to Road 38 intersection.

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1.3.2 Trails Junction Harrowsmith has traditionally been a hub community due to its strategic location at the junction of two former rail lines: the Kingston and Pembroke (K&P) Railway and the Bay of Quinte Railway (BQR). Today, both former rail lines have been converted into recreational trails, with the Cataraqui Trail traveling through Harrowsmith on an east-west route from Strathcona to Smiths Falls, while the County-owned K&P Trail intersects in Harrowsmith on a north-south route from Kingston to Tichborne.

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Sections of the former K&P line located north of Tichborne are currently undergoing development to expand the trail further north. Communities including Sharbot Lake (another trail crossroad) and eventually, Pembroke, will be connected by this trail. Further development of the trail networks and the strategic location of Harrowsmith at the junction of the two trails presents an opportunity for the community to capitalize on the growing use of these trails by users including hikers, cyclists, ATV riders, snowmobilers, horseback riders and more. 1.3.3 Land Use Harrowsmith is an established settlement area consisting primarily of residential uses, with some commercial, institutional and municipal uses interspersed throughout the community. Road 38 passes north/south through the village and defines the main street area. The majority of the commercial outlets within the community front onto Road 38, scattered with some single detached residential dwellings and institutional buildings. A number of highly-visible vacant commercial buildings are evident along Road 38, focused around the main intersection at Harrowsmith Road. Some independent businesses also operate in this area as well, providing services, retail and a take-out restaurant. North of the traditional main street area, a new plaza development along the east side of Road 38 features a number of small businesses offering sales, services and foods. An abandoned industrial site which once was occupied by a cheese factory is located on Harrowsmth Road and has been recently rezoned for commercial use. 1.3.4 Community The people of Harrowsmith see their community as a desirable place to live and work. It is a place for young families to locate who desire to bring up their families in a rural environment. Clubs in Harrowsmith are well- established. The Harrowsmith Social & Athletic Club (S&A) serves the community for recreational programs and events through-out the year. The S&A facility hosts a Canadian Black Belt Centre and is also available for rent for other meetings and social events.

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The Golden Links Hall iis available for rent and can accommodate large functions. Centennial Park is a focal point for baseball, soccer and festivals and events.

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There are two elementary schools located near the village: Harrowsmith Public School and Saint Patrick Catholic School.

1.4 BACKGROUND As a preliminary stage of the CIP process, existing settlement areas within the County of Frontenac were evaluated in terms of their appropriateness to implement a CIP. The intent of this initial CIP phase was to select one community that would act as a pilot project for the County. Verona, located just north of Harrowsmith, was selected as the pilot community. Subsequent CIPs for other areas have since benefitted from the successes and knowledge gained from this initial pilot project. Criteria have been developed to evaluate each community’s appropriateness for CIP implementation including:

Having existing Official Plan policies in place which would support the development of a CIP. The intent of this criterion was to reduce the policy amendments required and associated time frames to implement the CIP.
An established land use pattern reflecting a defined commercial core area which would allow for the most likely uptake of CIP programs.
A community of sufficient size both in terms of population and existing businesses. A community of appropriate size would be more likely to access program funding.
Existing public amenities including recreation facilities, open spaces, and community events as the existence of these features encourages development of private business opportunities and improvements.
Support from the existing business community which was assessed through communication with local business owners.

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Based on a review of the defined settlement areas within the County of Frontenac, the community of Harrowsmith was determined to become the recipient of the next Community Improvement Plan.

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1.5 PUBLIC/COMMUNITY BENEFIT The County of Frontenac has implemented an Integrated Community Sustainability Plan (ICSP) which seeks to ensure future growth and development of the County occurs in a sustainable manner respecting the natural environment while ensuring economic and social prosperity. The ICSP includes action items to pursue a sustainable future, of which one of the recommendations is to develop CIPs to promote revitalization within the County. As a tool to achieve sustainability objectives, municipalities can utilize CIPs to provide funding to stimulate improvement of privately owned properties. As an initial implementation phase of the ICSP objective, the County is using this current CIP process to establish a framework for promoting economic stimulation and regeneration across the County. At the local level, the County CIP program is intended to achieve improvements of privately-owned properties in established communities. On a broader scale, the cumulative impacts of improvement across the County will provide benefits to local residents and visitors alike. The CIP program coupled with municipal capital improvements across the County allow for overall improvement within the region and assist in achieving sustainability objectives.

1.6 PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT The Harrowsmith Community Improvement Plan has been developed in consultation with the local community. Input from residents, business owners and community groups has helped shape the objectives of the community. In order to ensure the CIP was developed in a manner that responds to and reflects the needs of the community, a consultation program was implemented that sought input from the broadest spectrum of stakeholders. Township and County and Township elected officials and staff, home owners, business owners, and community organization representatives were invited to attend two consultation sessions to provide input to direct the development of the CIP. The sessions allowed participants to identify areas of the community requiring improvement and where efforts should be focused. Feedback was received from the participants regarding the existing character of the community and what features should be promoted and encouraged through the CIP. A statutory public meeting will be held in accordance with the Planning Act to present the recommended draft CIP and the associated Official Plan Amendment and implementing by-law to the Township Council.

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A summary of the feedback from the consultation processes can be found in Appendix A.

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1.6.1 Summary of Suggestions Based on this review of the feedback received from the consultation programming, the following summary comments are provided with respect to the aspects of the community that are seen as strengths which should be promoted and encouraged within Harrowsmith: a. The residents of Harrowsmith value the recreational opportunities the natural environment provides including Centennial Park and local walking trails. b. Residents of Harrowsmith are actively engaged in community life and continue to promote its development through a number of community/cultural events. c. Harrowsmith provides a moderate range of goods and service retailing meeting some day-to-day needs of residents. d. In association with the mix of commercial outlets, the presence of two elementary school and religious institutions contributes to the development of a complete community. The results of the consultation program provide the following summary comments as areas/characteristics of the community the CIP should seek to improve:

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a. The main street area is occupied by some residential buildings that are unappealing as a result of their unkempt appearance and lack of general maintenance. The appearance of these buildings should be improved to enhance the appearance of the main street area as a gateway to the community. b. The commercial character of the main street area should be expanded and promoted. c. Improvements to the streetscape should address aesthetics and safety concerns. Improvements could include the provision of street furnishings, traffic calming measures, streetlights, landscaping, garbage receptacles, and signage. d. Beautification of village should present a consistent theme which would highlight the community and contribute to the development of a unique character. e. Municipal investment in safe pathways, connections to trails, schools and the park and incorporate benches, bike racks and garbage receptacles.

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Youth oriented facilities should be developed which could include a day care and recreational facilities.

The consultation programming sought to provide participants with an opportunity to identify the specific locations where improvement is required to address the issues they had previously identified. Based on the feedback, the participants felt the community improvement programming should be focused within the two main corridors areas in defining the Community Improvement Project Area. In doing so, incentives for Harrowsmith will be focused largely on the improvement of the settlement area to provide the most benefit to the community and the Township as a whole.

2 SECTION 2 – LEGISLATIVE CONTEXT Community improvement planning is intended to provide opportunities for municipalities to contribute financial incentives to private development projects which provide broader community benefits. The Provincial Policy Statement, Municipal Act, and Planning Act include provisions that work together to enable municipalities to direct financial incentives towards specific improvement projects. The following provides a review of the policy framework and enabling legislation for the allocation of municipal funds to support and encourage private community improvement projects.

2.1 PROVINCIAL POLICY STATEMENT, 2014 The Provincial Policy Statement (PPS) provides policy direction on matters of public interest related to land use and development. It attempts to strike a balance between the Province’s economic, social and environmental interests. In terms of the development of the CIP for North Frontenac, the PPS provides the following direction: Healthy, integrated and viable rural areas should be supported by: a) building upon rural character, and leveraging rural amenities and assets; b) promoting regeneration, including the redevelopment of brownfield sites; and f) promoting diversification of the economic base and employment opportunities through goods and services, including value-added products and the sustainable management or use of resources; (Section 1.1.4.1)

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Recreational, tourism and other economic opportunities should be promoted. (Section 1.1.5.3)

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Planning authorities shall promote economic development and competitiveness by providing opportunities for a diversified economic base, including maintaining a range and choice of suitable sites for employment uses which support a wide range of economic activities and ancillary uses, and take into account the needs of existing and future businesses; (Section 1.3.1 b) Based on these policies, the development of this CIP which seeks to enhance the quality and appearance of North Frontenac and provide new business opportunities is consistent with directions established within the PPS.

2.2 MUNICIPAL ACT The Municipal Act provides rules to regulate the provision of financial or other similar incentives to private business operations, a practice known as ‘bonusing’. The purpose of the regulation is to ensure public finances are accounted for and distributed in a transparent manner. Section 106 of the Municipal Act prohibits municipalities from assisting “…directly or indirectly any manufacturing business other industrial or commercial enterprise through the granting of bonuses for that purpose” (Section 106(1)). Such prohibited actions include: 1. 2. 3. 4.

Giving or lending any property of the municipality, including money; Guaranteeing borrowing; Leasing or selling any property of the municipality at below fair market value; or Giving a total or partial exemption from any levy, charge or fee.

The Municipal Act S. 106 (3) does provide exceptions to these regulations and allows municipalities to make grants and loans for the purposes of carrying out a CIP that has come into effect in accordance with S. 28 (6), (7) and (7.2) of the Planning Act. Exceptions are also provided under S. 365.1 of the Municipal Act, permitting municipalities to offer tax relief to properties for which a phase two environmental site assessment has been conducted, and which is located within a CIP. The rationale for this form of tax relief is that an improved property will lead to an increased tax assessment in turn providing future increased tax revenue while at the same time remediating and/or redeveloping deteriorated sites.

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2.3 PLANNING ACT Section 28 of the Planning Act provides the enabling legislation for a municipality to implement a Community Improvement Plan. Community improvement is defined as “the planning or replanning, design or redesign, resubdivision, clearance, development or redevelopment, reconstruction and rehabilitation, or any of them, of a community improvement project area, and the provision of such residential, commercial, industrial, public, recreational, institutional, religious, charitable, or other uses, buildings, works improvements or facilities, or spaces therefore, as may be appropriate or necessary” (Section 28 (1)). In order to create a Community Improvement Plan and allocate funds accordingly, a municipality must identify a community improvement project area which is defined as “a municipality or an area within a municipality, the community improvement of which in the opinion of the Council is desirable because of age, dilapidation, overcrowding, faulty arrangement, unsuitability of buildings or for any other environmental, social or community economic development reason” (Section 28 (1)). Once a community improvement project area is defined in the Official Plan and through a by-law, a municipality may prepare and implement a Community Improvement Plan. Through the Planning Act a municipality may:

Acquire, grade, clear, hold or otherwise prepare the land for community improvement (Section 28(3));
Construct, repair, rehabilitate or improve buildings on land acquired or held by it in conformity with the CIP (Section 28(6a));
Sell, lease or otherwise dispose of any land acquired or held by it in the community improvement project area to any person or governmental authority for use in conformity with the CIP (Section 28(6b)); and
Make grants, in conformity with the CIP, to registered owners, assessed owners and tenants of lands and buildings. Section 28 (7.1) identifies costs eligible for CIP financing including: “costs related to the environmental site assessment, environmental remediation, development, redevelopment, construction and reconstruction of lands and buildings for rehabilitation purposes or for the provision of energy efficient uses, buildings, structures, works, improvements or facilities.”

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Section 69 (1) and (2) of the Planning Act allow a municipality to establish a tariff of fees for the processing of planning matters, which are intended to meet the anticipated cost of processing planning applications. This section also permits a

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municipality to waive or reduce these fees if it is satisfied that it would be “unreasonable to require payment”. This provision can be incorporated into a CIP as an incentive program to encourage economic growth.

2.4 COUNTY OF FRONTENAC INTEGRATED COMMUNITY SUSTAINABILITY PLAN (ICSP) The County of Frontenac’s Integrated Community Sustainability Plan (ICSP) was approved in 2009. Two primary documents make up the ICSP, “Directions for our Future” and “Sustainable Actions”. Directions for Our Future documents a County-wide vision towards a sustainable future in Frontenac County while the purpose of the Sustainable Actions component of the ICSP is to ensure ongoing implementation of the Plan through projects, policies and actions that support sustainability. The Plan provides vision for thirteen focus areas, of which community improvement planning touches on Land Use Planning, Economic Development and Infrastructure. As a result, the Plan recommends the development of a Community Improvement Plan pilot project. The Plan has recognized Community Improvement Plans as an important priority throughout its annual versions. The approach is to be coordinated, with the County acting as a facilitator to ensure consistency between this CIP and future plans for other local areas. The ICSP requires responsible and proactive decision making. The North Frontenac CIP process will utilize the direction of the ICSP to develop a plan that emphasizes both the Council of the Township of North Frontenac and the community’s desired approach and direction.

2.5 TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC OFFICIAL PLAN, 2003 The Official Plan for the Township of South Frontenac is intended to provide direction for future decision making to guide the growth and development of the community with regard given to social, economic, and environmental issues. The Plan seeks to support and encourage development that is efficiently serviced with municipal infrastructure while promoting convenience, health, and economic viability for residents. The Official Plan includes polices to promote community revitalization and redevelopment. Section 4 establishes high level goals and objectives that are implemented through more detailed land use designations and general policies.

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a. “To provide adequate and up-to-date physical and community services especially in built-up areas. Such services may include paving, street lighting, storm-water drainage as well as libraries, community meeting spaces, recreation parks, etc.” b. “To attempt to resolve any problem resulting from existing incompatible land uses in the developed communities, and to ensure that buildings and properties are maintained to an acceptable standard. “ The implementation of a CIP often occurs in concert with municipal investment in physical capital projects including projects that improve the aesthetic and functionality of the streetscape or improvement of services. The Harrowsmith CIP is intended to provide financial incentives to encourage and assist private property owners, including commercial and residential uses, to restore, renovate, or rehabilitate the existing building stock to improve the appearance and quality of the community. Section 6 of the Official Plan provides general policies that apply to all areas of the Township. Section 6.18 recognizes the importance of revitalizing the settlement areas. This recognition includes the potential need for future upgrades such as physical infrastructure, building improvements, recreation facilities and/or the arrangement of existing land uses including the remediation of brownfields. All areas in the Township that are designated as ‘Settlement Areas’ are also identified as ‘Community Improvement Areas’. The policies provide criteria for developing Community Improvement Plans and they specify objectives and implementation requirements. The policies allow the provision of financial assistance for improvements in accordance with the Planning Act.

3 SECTION 3 – COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT PLAN PROGRAMMING 3.1 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

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The goals and objectives for the Harrowsmith CIP were developed through consultation processes held over the course of the project. Based on the consultation sessions, three broad goals were developed: community safety; community

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appearance and amenities; and, building condition improvement and land use. Within these goals, specific objectives were developed and are highlighted in the following table: Goals To encourage safety in the community

Objectives

To create aesthetically pleasing core areas that promote business and resident growth

To improve building condition and land use

The scale of development will remain appropriate for the village. Harrowsmith will continue to include a mix of uses that attracts residents and visitors to the village and its amenities. Vacant and underutilized properties (old cheese factory site) are top priorities for redevelopment into

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The lower speed limit will be introduced earlier on the approach to the perimeter of the village. Walkways, pathways and trails will be fitted with lights in areas that will ensure safe conditions to promote active transportation. Parking is safe and readily available. Signage will be provided identifying the gateways to the community and local amenities. The main street area will highlight and provide a visual connection to the trails. Private properties in the village area will be visually attractive and maintained to a satisfactory level. A diverse mix of businesses will contribute to an animated streetscape and promote the local economy. The post office boxes are once again located in the main core of the village

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compatible commercial, institutional and residential uses. Buildings are visually attractive and accessible. Where appropriate, properties will be intensified with a mix of uses such as upper floor residential units.

3.2 FINANCIAL PROGRAMS 3.2.1 General Program Requirements All of the financial incentive programs contained within this CIP are subject to general program requirements as well as the individual requirements of each selected program. The following general conditions guide the administrative implementation of the CIP: a. An application for any financial incentive program contained in the CIP must be submitted to the Township of South Frontenac prior to the commencement of any works to which the financial incentive program will apply and prior to application for building permit; b. If the applicant is not the owner of the property, the applicant must provide written consent from the owner of the property to make the application; c. An application for any financial incentive program contained in the CIP must include plans, estimates, contracts, reports and other details as required by the Township to satisfy the program overseers with respect to costs of the project and must conform to the CIP as well as all municipal by-laws, policies, procedures, standards and guidelines, including applicable Official Plan and Zoning By-law requirements and approvals;

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d. Review and evaluation of an application and supporting materials against program eligibility requirements will be done by staff, who will then make a recommendation to the Township CAO for approval. The application is subject to

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approval by Township CAO. Further, if the applicant is concerned with the decision of the approval authority, the applicant will be afforded an opportunity to appeal the decision to Council; e. As a condition of application approval, the applicant may be required to enter into a loan or grant agreement with the Township. This agreement will specify the terms, duration and default provisions of the incentive to be provided; f.

Where other sources of government and/or non-profit organization funding (Federal, Provincial, etc) that can be applied against the eligible costs are anticipated or have been secured, these must be declared as part of the application. Accordingly, the loan/grant may be reduced on a pro-rated basis;

g. Reimbursement will require original receipts. h. The Township reserves the right to audit the cost of any and all works that have been approved under any of the financial incentive programs, at the expense of the applicant; i.

The Township is not responsible for any costs incurred by an applicant in relation to any of the programs, including without limitation, costs incurred in anticipation of a grant and/or loan;

If the applicant is in default of any of the general or program specific requirements (i.e. outstanding property tax payments), or any other requirements of the Township, the program overseers may delay, reduce or cancel the approved grant and/or loan, and require repayment of the approved grant and/or loan;

k. The Township may discontinue any of the programs contained in the CIP at any time, but applicants with approved grants and/or loans will still receive said grant and/or loan, subject to meeting the general and program specific requirements, and applicants with approved loans will still be required to repay their loans in full; l.

Township staff, officials, and/or agents of the Township may inspect any property that is the subject of an application for any of the financial incentive programs offered by the Township;

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m. Eligible applicants can apply for any two of the following incentive programs: Façade Improvement Program, Commercial Building Improvement Grant, Accessibility Enhancements or Residential Conversion Grant in an amount not to exceed 3000 for residences and 4000 for business. Of the four noted programs, funds provided are not to be used to pay for the same eligible cost. In addition, an applicant can also apply for the Community Improvement Loan

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Program to a maximum of $7500 and for a one time grant of $2000 as part of the relief provided for in the Municipal Fees Grant Program. Also, the total of all grants and loans provided in respect of the subject property for which an applicant is making application under the programs contained in the CIP shall not exceed the eligible cost of the improvements to that property; n. None of the financial incentive programs will be offered retroactively to improvement projects occurring prior to the implementation of this CIP; and o. Eligible properties that are in tax arrears shall pay all taxes owing prior to the disbursement of any grants or loan funding. 3.2.2 Incentive Programs The financial incentive programs described in this section have been included to specifically target revitalization and rehabilitation efforts appropriate for Harrowsmith. These incentive programs can be used individually or in combination by the landowner/applicant, with certain restrictions on the maximum amount of funding available. For each of the possible funding programs, a rationale is established for their inclusion in the CIP. It is important to note that these municipal financial incentive programs could be augmented with other federal, provincial, municipal and private sector financial tools and programs. The total budget for this Community Improvement Plan is $70,000 contributed from the County of Frontenac along with the anticipation of $10,000 per year for the next three years from the Township. Funds will be available for the duration of four years from the approval of the program and will be dedicated to both the incentive programs listed as well as municipally initiated projects.

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Façade Improvement Program Purpose: The character and quality of the village is partially reflected in the aesthetic appeal of the main street areas and the buildings which front onto prominent streets. A Façade Improvement Program is intended to improve the appearance of commercial and residential buildings in order to improve the overall aesthetics and character of the community. The format of such a program would consist of a grant for a portion of the defined eligible costs. Eligible improvements could include restoration of brick and cladding work, replacement of architectural details (cornices, eaves, etc.), window and door repair, façade chemical cleaning, entranceway modifications, lighting, sign improvements etc.

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Description: A onetime grant of 50% to a maximum of $2,000 for residential or $3,500 for commercial of eligible project costs in order to improve exterior building features. Residential projects must front onto Road 38, Harrowsmith Road or Colebrooke Road. Commercial projects must be for properties zoned commercial. Requirements: The following renovation/restoration projects will be considered to be eligible projects under this program: a. repair or replacement of exterior facades including cladding materials, windows, and doors; b. repair or repointing of façade masonry and brickwork; c. installation, repair or replacement of architectural details and features; d. installation, repair or replacement of awnings or canopies; e. façade restoration, including painting and cleaning; f.

installation or repair of signage;

g. installation of lighting; h. installation of landscaping; i.

professional design services required to complete eligible work; and

other similar improvement projects may be approved that demonstrate improvement to the quality of the property.

Grants are provided once the work has been completed in accordance with the agreement with the Township.

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Commercial Building Improvement Grant Purpose: To a large degree commercial building defines the village area streetscape. The quality of the commercial component of the street plays an important role in establishing the character of the area. The Commercial Building Improvement Grant program seeks to restore the existing building stock and relates to projects that are beyond basic Façade Improvement and are focused inside the commercial unit.

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Description: A onetime grant of 50% to a maximum of $3,500 of eligible project costs for projects that improve the commercial building stock within the CIP area. The intent of this program is complement the Façade Improvement Program noted above but specifically tailored to businesses. Requirements: Eligible projects can include projects that improve the quality of the commercial building stock within the CIP area.

Accessibility Enhancements Purpose: The purpose of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 is to achieve accessibility for people with disabilities to services, facilities, employment, and buildings. The historic development of communities and buildings did not necessarily recognize the importance of accessible design as we consider it today. CIP funding is available to encourage commercial property owners to retrofit entranceways and other access points to ensure facilities and commercial outlets are accessible to all members of the community. Description: A onetime grant of 50% to a maximum of $3,500 of eligible project costs in order to improve accessibility for commercial properties. Requirements: Eligible projects must demonstrate to the degree possible conformity with the Ontario Building Code with respect to accessible design. Grants are provided once the work has been completed in accordance with the agreement with the Township.
Community Improvement Loan Program Purpose: In addition to the grant programs, the Community Improvement Loan Program provides preferential financing for eligible projects. Eligible project are those project approved under the prior noted Grant Programs but excludes the Municipal Fees Grant Program.

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Description: An interest free loan to a maximum of $7,500 amortized over five years is available to assist property owners in addition to the grant programs. Loan financing will be made available upon project approval by the Township CAO.

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Requirement: All eligible projects receiving grant funding are eligible to access the loan program.

Municipal Fees Rebate Program In order to encourage development and rehabilitation of the existing building stock, the Municipal Fees Grant Program is intended to reduce the costs of development and/or rehabilitation that contribute to the quality of the community. Description: A onetime grant equal to the total application costs or $2000, whichever is the lesser. Application fees must be for improvement projects for commercial or residential properties fronting onto Road 38, Harrowsmith Road or Colebrooke Road. Requirements: Eligible municipal application fees include: a. Official Plan Amendments; b. Zoning By-Law Amendments; c. Committee of Adjustment applications; d. Site Plan Approval; e. Demolition Permits; and f. Building Permits. Under this program, all fees are paid upfront by the applicant. Grants are provided once the work has been completed in accordance with the agreement with the Township.

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3.2.3 Other Economic Development Programs The Frontenac Community Futures Development Corporation (FCFDC) is a non-profit organization funded by the Federal Government that provides a variety of programs and services to support community economic development and small business growth. The Frontenac FCFDC’s Access to Capital Program provides interest free loans for the development of vacant or under-utilized commercial properties, façade improvements and for the purchase and installation of

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renewable energy where the energy is used for the operation of the business; subject to available funds. The Frontenac FCFDC will be delivering the Eastern Ontario Development Program should it be renewed by the federal government and businesses and non-profit organizations are encouraged to check the FCFDC’s website for updates. For more information on the Frontenac FCFDC and the services they offer, please visit www.frontenaccfdc.com. Other external funding sources may also be available from time to time to assist with community improvement.

3.3 PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION Prior to submitting an application under Section 3.2.2, all applicants will be required to have a pre-application consultation meeting with Township staff to evaluate the project’s eligibility to access the financial programs. At this meeting the applicant should present the details of the work to be completed, an estimate of the associated costs to complete the work, a timeline for completion, and plans or drawings illustrating the details of the project. Subsequent to the meeting Township staff will provide comments with respect to whether the project (or which components of the work) meets the objectives of the CIP and which incentive programs could be accessed. If a project is determined to be eligible, an application will be accepted by Township staff. It should be noted that acceptance of the application does not necessarily mean program approval. Application submission materials will generally include a detailed work plan and estimated costs to complete the eligible work. However, at the discretion of Township staff, additional submission materials may be required to assist in the review of the application. Applications that are determined to meet the objectives of the CIP will be recommended for approval by Township staff. A recommending report will be prepared by Township staff and submitted to the CAO for review and consideration. Upon approval an agreement will be enacted between the Township and the applicant outlining the nature of the works to be completed and the details of the financial incentive and timeframe. Generally the payments of grants will occur once the work has been completed as outlined in the agreement to the satisfaction of Township staff. Figure 3 illustrates the administrative steps involved in accessing the CIP program.

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Pre-consulation and Application Submission

• Applicant presents project to Township staff • Staff provides comments regarding project eligibility and required application submission materials

Application Review and Evaluation

• Staff reviews application in relation to CIP objectives and recommends for approval

Application Approval

• Application is approved by the Township’s CAO and an agreement is executed between the Township and the applicant

Payment of Funds

• Applicant demonstrates to Staff that work has been completed (original receipts will be required) • Funds are distributed to applicant

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Figure 3: Community Improvement Plan Administrative Process

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3.4 MUNICIPALLY INITIATED PROJECTS Capital works improvements will see the improvement of the Harrowsmith intersection as part of the Township’s capital budget. Over time more projects will be considered to compliment the private investment in the village as budget permits. These projects could include: a. Signage improvements, to help identify the gateways to the community and local amenities. b. Utilize signage to assist with the provision of a visual connection to the K&P Trail and Centennial Park. c. Ensure the ongoing trial improvements are linked and appropriately signed to the main street area. d. Provide street furniture and street lighting e. Reduce speed limit f. The provision of additional public parking g. The provision of courtesy crosswalks Although many of these initiatives can be fulfilled with little or no cost they will be subject to the availability of funds. Applications should be made to other alternately available funds to assist with the implementation of larger projects.

3.5 AMENDMENTS TO THE CIP As the CIP is implemented, the Plan may be refined to best achieve the objectives of the Plan. The individual financial incentive programs contained within this CIP can be altered at any time by Council without amendment to the Plan. An expansion of the CIP area or an increase to the value of the financial programs would require amendment of the Plan in accordance with Section 28 of the Planning Act.

3.6 MARKETING THE CIP

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The successful implementation of the CIP depends on the ability of the initiatives and funding opportunities to be effectively communicated to property owners, business owners, and community organizations. The Township and County will work together to ensure the success of the plan.

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3.7 MONITORING THE PLAN This CIP is intended to provide a proactive approach to the revitalization of the village of Harrowsmith’s main street area. As such the success of the program will be measured by the adoption of the programs by private property owners. In order to best meet the needs of potential program participants, the CIP is a flexible document responding to the needs of the participants and changing market conditions. Accordingly, a monitoring program is essential to receive feedback and refine elements of the Plan that would best achieve the objectives of the CIP. The following list provides qualitative and quantitative measures the Township should track to monitor the effectiveness of the program and provide a basis for future amendments. a. Monitor the number of approved applications by financial program type. b. Monitor the number of unsuccessful applications and determine the reason for project ineligibility. c. Monitor the total value of funding allocated by financial program type. d. Monitor the additional square footage of commercial spaces created through the programs. e. Monitor the improvement of the visual appearance of the community as result of projects accessing the funding programs. f.

Encourage program participants to submit comments based on their experiences accessing program funding.

g. Annually report on the success of the Plan. Based on information from these monitoring procedures, required revisions to the CIP may become evident over time. Refinements to the Plan can occur without amendment to the Plan.

3.8 CONCLUSION

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This CIP is a comprehensive framework specifically designed for the community of Harrowsmith to improve and provide economic and visual improvements to the village. This plan reflects the vision of Council and the community for the community improvement project area. The Plan establishes revitalization goals and priorities for action. Along with

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Township initiated project, it is anticipated that this Plan will provide a tool to stimulate private investment in revitalization efforts. The approval of this Plan will provide the legislative basis and context for this comprehensive set of programs. This project was made possible through funding provided by the County of Frontenac as part of Directions for Our Future.

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4 SECTION 4 – APPENDICES 4.1 APPENDIX A – COMMUNITY INPUT FROM CONSULTATIONS The following themes reflect the input provided by the participants who attended consultation sessions: 4.1.1            

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What do you like most about Harrowsmith? The people (x3) Growth of younger families Sense of community, tight-knit (x3) Friendly Rural (x2) Rich history (x2) Schools are good (x3) Parks (x3) K&P and Cataraqui Trails (x3) Service clubs/halls are an asset (x2) o S&A and Golden Links Good events o Parades and Canada Day Shops here are great o Gilmour’s meats o Pizza Place Huge potential (x3) o Products and services (cheese factory, food services, light industry, clean manufacturing) o Possible for child care business

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What needs improvement in Harrowsmith? Needs more businesses (x3) More restaurants (x3) More light industry and manufacturing More economic activity in the main core of the village Fill the vacant properties Needs investment Use the land for development Clean up the old cheese factory site The community looks “old”, buildings are in need of repair People need to buy local and be encouraged to buy local Better transportation services (x2) More government services (x2) o Eg. Provincial offices Child care (x3) Affordable housing Seniors housing There is nothing here More community activities (x2) Exercise classes, lunches, social gatherings, etc. Water and sewer infrastructure to accommodate businesses Add colour, banners, flower pots, planters on streets

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A lot of developable land in good condition Neighbouring areas can come to the township for work On or near main transportation routes (x3) o (Rd. 38 and 401) Close to Kingston and other communities (x2) Cheap land (x2)

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Increased community involvement through events and volunteering Improve access to daily destinations Groceries Coffee shops Pavilion at the trail head (x2) Hold the farmers market on a better day and time Better community gathering places

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What is your vision of Harrowsmith in 5 or 10 years?  Revitalized like Picton, Westport or Napanee  More businesses (x3)  Restaurants (x3)  Nothing new unless funding is allocated  A variety of services  Attractive village main street  Skate park for older kids at the park  Outdoor ice rink  Repurposed cheese factory site  K&P Trail connection to the park  Seniors home in the village  Child care centre  Coffee shop  Wine and beer store  Ice cream shop, places to go after sports games at the park  Painted buildings, hanging flower pots  Improved health, biking on the trail  Bike repair shop  Fixed up buildings along 38

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More support for community clubs Stream restoration of Wilton Creek on Colebrook Road- bring back trout Equestrian community, accessible to horses (x2) Drawing on Hartington Major attraction at Centennial Park Festivals and markets Well-developed trail head Safe, accessible walking routes to village destinations

What kind of incentive programs would be best for Harrowsmith?  Façade improvements (x5)  New business incentives/start-up funding (x4)  Affordable housing for seniors (x3)  Municipal investment in safe pathways, routes to destinations (x2)  Beautification of village (x2)  Benches, bike racks, connections to trails (x2)  Municipal investment  County investment in social programs for older adults  Pavilion at the trail head  Skating area and pool at old cheese factory site  Financial incentives to start businesses throughout the whole community  Funding to improve residential properties

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What kind of projects should the township work on?  Accessible walking and cycling infrastructure  Parks and recreation facilities for youth  Design guidelines for new commercial developments to include active transportation  Safe routes to schools and community destinations

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Social/community centre Look for businesses to invest in the community Lower the cost of land Raise the profile of Harrowsmith More community events Promote the parks and trails Improve accessibility for clubs and local businesses Illumination of 38 and Centennial Park Rd. Fill in the gaps in the sidewalks, include curbs and paving Fix the decorative sign on 38 near Centennial Park- it blocks vision Connection between the trail and Centennial Park Trail pavilion/centre Complete the Environmental Assessment on the cheese factory site to make it more attractive to developers Deal with derelict buildings (x2) Put in turning lane at Wilton and 38

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Where should the plan apply?  Throughout the whole community (x2)  Expand it to include the cemetery  Include the Golden Links Hall (x2)  Peters Rd to the East  Harrowsmith Rental to the South  North side of Alton Rd to the North  Draw boundaries according to incentives o Centennial park + 38 corridor: façade improvements o Focus on Wilton and 38 intersection and dilapidated buildings there  Mostly Main St

A REGIONAL BRAND #InFrontenac

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Objective A region-wide brand that unifies the four municipalities under one umbrella and provides clarity around the entity that is Frontenac, including the geography and characteristics.

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Positioning Experiences are endless. It takes your breath away and also lets you breathe. Those who live here know it is special and they nurture, protect and preserve it.

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Target Audience Primary: • Those who live and work in the region. Anyone who will become early adopters of the brand. Other audiences as the brand develops: • Adventure Seekers. • Potential Investors and business owners. • Potential Residents – permanent and cottagers. Page 56 of 121

What do those who live/work in the area think now? • We love it here. It is our piece of heaven. • Don’t really think of it beyond the area I live/work. • Takes a bit of explaining to get people to understand exactly where we are located.

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What do we want them to think? • Proud to say I am from Frontenac. • It is a large region with lots to offer. • Great to see more and more people discovering us.

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South Frontenac is… …rich in its agricultural heritage and staged to grow, South Frontenac is home to farmers, artisans, selfemployed tradespeople, entrepreneurs and professionals all who contribute to this vibrant community.

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In South Frontenac… “The people are friendly. There are community events, meals almost every day of the week. People are way nicer than in the city and you get to know your neighbours. Genuine, salt of the earth.” “The people are very tight knit here. Long-term locals stick together but they are very friendly.” Page 60 of 121

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@FrontenacCounty 1,450 Followers

@FrontenacCounty 721 Likes

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Next Steps • Regional Marketing Plan • Web Portal • Regional Signage • Local Food Promotion • Health Unit Relationship • Other Township-specific projects

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STAFF REPORT FIRE DEPARTMENT

PREPARED FOR COUNCIL:

Sept 20, 2016

AGENDA DATE:

Sept 27, 2016

SUBJECT: Emergency Response Fee BACKGROUND: Effective November of 2015, the Ministry of Transportation increased its rate for fire department emergency responses from $ 410.00 to $ 450.00 per vehicle. South Frontenac has used the Ministry rate in our fees by-law for emergency responses. ANALYSIS: To maintain consistency with service fees, we should continue using Ministry rates as our guideline. FINANCIAL/STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: There will be no staffing implications. RECOMMENDATION: That we increase our emergency response rate to the new Ministry rate of $450.00 per vehicle and we amend all by-laws and resolutions to reflect the new rate. Submitted/approved by:

Prepared By:

Rick Chesebrough Fire Chief, CEMC, CFEI

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Planning Report Township of South Frontenac

Planning Department

Prepared for Committee of the Whole Agenda Date: September 27, 2016 Date of Report: September 21, 2016 Subject: Illegal Special Event Concerts on Property in Part Lot 13, Concession VII, Storrington District: Veseau

Summary of the Recommendation: The recommendation is that the Committee consider options to address continuing illegal special events on the above-noted property in Storrington District.

Purpose of the Report: The purpose of this report is to bring to the Committee options on how to address continuing illegal special events on the above-noted land. The report includes a location map.

Background: On July 5, 2016, Council authorized an exemption to the noise by-law to permit an outdoor guitar festival to take place from July 22 to July 24, 2016 on the above-noted property. However, Council also asked staff to prepare a list of options on how to deal with ongoing illegal events that occur on the property each year. The property is approximately 41 acres in size and fronts on Loughborough Lake and Sydenham Road. Harper Bay Lane runs through the length of the property to provide access to a number of abutting waterfront lots. The lot is shown highlighted on Attachment #1. It should be noted that this festival has occurred for many years on the subject land and each event was successful and was generally well received by the public. The event takes place in a large canvass structure on the property and makes use of temporary bathroom facilities during set up for the event. The portion of the property furthest away from the lake, which is the venue, is flat and open and is able to facilitate any required parking. Although there are a number of waterfront residential lots in the vicinity of the subject lot, they are screened visually to some degree by mature stands of deciduous trees and vegetation which would also be expected to mitigate noise from the concert. However, in addition to the Council sanctioned events, the owner has operated a number of other unsanctioned events on the property that have resulted in noise complaints from neighbours – the most recent event having occurred on September 10, 2016. In response to these illegal occurrences the Township’s by-law enforcement officer was notified and charges have been brought against the owner. As Committee members are aware, the owner held a concert on the property last year which was entitled “Ambush”. The owner had requested relief from the noise by-law for this concert but Council denied the request. However, the event went ahead on September 4, 2015 and, accordingly the owner was charged with an offence under the Noise By-law. The matter is now before the courts but this

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concert and the most recent September 10, 2016 event, demonstrate that the owner apparently has no regard for the Township’s regulations.

Analysis By-law No. 2015-41 is the Township of South Frontenac’s by-law to prohibit and regulate noise. The by-law states that no person shall emit, cause or permit the emission of noise resulting from an act. Included in the list of potential noise producing uses is “the operation of any electronic device or group of devices incorporating one or more loudspeakers, or other electro-mechanical transducers, and intended for the production or amplification of sound in such a manner as to disturb the peace and comfort of a person at the point of reception.” Schedule 1 of the by-law lists prohibitions by time and place. It limits yelling, shouting, hooting, whistling or singing between the hours of 23:00 of one day and 07:00 of the next day. An exemption must be obtained from this provision of the by-law.

Considerations The property is split zoned with the waterfront portion (almost half of the property) zoned Special Recreational Resort-Commercial (RRC-8) and the rest of the land zoned Rural (RU). The RRC-8 special zone permits a tourist establishment with trailers/campsites and accessory buildings and structures. The RU zoning permits a single detached dwelling in addition to general agricultural related uses. The concerts and events take place on the RU portion of the land. The Township’s solicitor advises that, under this zoning only one sanctioned special event should realistically be permitted per year – otherwise the land should be rezoned to permit more events and regulated their activity. It should be noted that the present use of the waterfront area as a recreational resort is already associated with a degree of noise and open-air human activity – especially on weekends. The concert events and other events seem similar in nature to the present use of the land to some degree. It should also be noted that on February 10, 2015, Planning brought forward a report which discussed the possible rezoning of these lands however, the owner never made application. In considering the above discussion, the Committee should consider the following measures to address the illegal activities:

Continue to sanction one event per year and charge the owner for every other illegal event,
Deny sanctioning any further events on the property and continue charging for any event whatsoever,
Approve rezoning the land to permit a specified number of events and regulate their occurrence and hours of operation.

Recommendation: It is recommended that the Committee consider options as presented in the Planning Report dated September 21, 2016, regarding illegal events taking place on property described as Part of Lot 13, Concession VII, Storrington District, municipally known as 3060 Sydenham Road. Submitted/Approved by: Lindsay Mills attachments VezeauReporttoCofWSept2016

Prepared by: Lindsay Mills

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Staff Report Township of South Frontenac

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Prepared for Committee of the Whole Agenda Date: September 27, 2016 Date of Report: September 22, 2016 Subject: Willowbrook Estates Plan of Subdivision, Storrington District: Review of Parkland Fee: Matias

Summary of Recommendation: The recommendation is that the Committee consider options as presented in the Planning Report dated September 22, 2016 regarding the amount of parkland fee that should be conveyed to the Township in fulfillment of the subdivision agreement for Phase 1 of the Willowbrook Estates Subdivision.

Purpose of the Report: The purpose of this report is to bring to back to the Committee a proposed amount of cash-in-lieu of parkland dedication to be conveyed to the Township as part of the process to complete a residential subdivision. The report includes two map illustrations and copies of real estate appraisals.

Background: On March 4, 2016, the Township entered into a subdivision agreement with 1059823 Ontario Ltd. (Tony Matias) for Phase 1 of the Willowbrook Estates subdivision in the Hamlet of Inverary. Attachment #1 shows the location of the subdivision in the hamlet of Inverary and Attachment #2 illustrates the layout of the subdivision (both Phase 1 and 2). Since this approval the developer has been working towards meeting all the required conditions for final approval of Phase 1. One of the requirements in the subdivision agreement (Schedule “G”) reads: “That the owner convey to the municipality five percent of the land included in the plan for park purposes. Alternatively, the municipality may require cash-inlieu for all or a portion of the conveyance. The Owner acknowledges and agrees that additional parkland and/or cash-in-lieu shall be required upon registration of the second phase of the development.” The owner has proposed to pay cash-in-lieu to satisfy this condition and, under the Planning Act, Council may receive five percent of the value of the land. Thus, based on a real estate estimate of market value of the 10.79 hectare (26.6 ac.) land, the amount of $2,784.00 was brought to Council on August 2, 2016 to accept as the parkland fee. However, Council did not accept this figure and thought it was too low. Council requested that it be re-evaluated.

Discussion: Staff have now obtained an additional market evaluation for the subject land of $78,900.00. This, and the original evaluation are summarized as follows. The five percent park fee calculation is also included: Original submission (Remax)

$55,687.00 X 5% = $2,784.20

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$78,900.00 X 5% = $3,945.00

Page 88 of 121 Copies of both of these letters are attached as Attachment #3 hereto. The average of the two valuations is $3,364.00. Thus, the Committee may consider the following options:

Require the average figure of $3,364.00 as the parkland fee, or
Require the amount pf $3,945.00 based on the Royal LePage evaluation.

Recommendation: It is recommended that the Committee consider the options listed in the Planning Report dated September 22, 2016 for the required parkland cash-in-lieu for Phase 1 of the Willowbrook Subdivision. . Submitted/Approved by: Lindsay Mills Prepared by: Lindsay Mills attachments MatiasParklandFeeToCofW2

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Letter of Opinion regarding Land Value ior Cash-in-lieu of Parkland Payment Condition 8 for Draft Approved Plan of Subdivision (County F31e No. IOT-2013/001) Condition 7 for Consent Applications S-64-13-S and S-65-13-S Pt. Lots 18 & 19, Concession 2, and Pt. Road Allowance Between Lots 18 & 19 former Township of Storrington, Township of South Frontenac

This Ietter of opinion is offered with regards to the above-noted Conditions. Condition 8 for Draft Approval for the Willowbrook Estates Subdivision requires,

That the owner convey up to five percent of the land included in the plan to the municipality for park purposes. Alternatively, the municipality may require cash-in-lieu for all or a portjon of the conveyance.

and Condition 7 for the commercial lots to be severed under Consent Applications S-64-13-S and S-6513-S requires,

The Township of South Frontenac shall receive 2% of the value of the severed parcel in lieu of parkland, pursuant to Chapter P13, Section 51.1 of the Planning Act, R.S.0. 1990 and amended thereto.

The most recent land transfer (December 20, 2007) for the subject lands was associated with the sale of approximately 34.55 hectares of land at a value of S150,000. Assuming the value of the lands has increased at a rate of 2.5% annually for seven years (approximate cost of living increase), the 2014 value of the same Iands would be !>178,303 equivalent to a per hectare value of roughly 55,161.

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The residential subdivision lands comprise 27.8 hectares. Five percent of the land represents 1.39 hectares. Applying the per hectare value of 55,161, the cash-in-Iieu payment would be S7,173.79. The commercial lot subject of Consent Application No. S-64-13-S is comprised of 1.75 hectares. Two

percent of the severed lot represents O.04 hectares. Applying the per hectare value of S5,161, the cashin-lieu payment would be S206.44.

The commercial lot subject of Consent Application No. S-65-13-S is comprised of s hectares. Two percent of the severed lot represents O.10 hectares. Applying the per hectare value of 55,161, the cashin-lieu payment would be S516.10.

As such, the parkland payment equates to a total of S7,896.33 for all planning applications. Should you require anything further feel free to contact the undersigned,

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Lindsay Mills From: Sent: To: Cc:

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Mike Scrannage scrannage@royallepage.ca September-21-16 12:39 PM Lindsay Mills ‘Mike Scrannage’ Market Evaluation of Property North West corner Davidon Rd and Perth Rd south frontenac comp l.pdf; south frontenac comp 2.pdf; South frontenac county subject property.pdf

Re; 26.6 acres North/West corner Davidson and Perth road. Lindsey,

Currently as Realtors we generally assess the value of raw farm land located reasonably close to developed areas as

having values between S2,000 and 55,000 per acre with the lower end being poor agricultural value, possibly containing wet lands and the upper level being applied to land possessing quality agricultural property, quality waterfront or clearly defined severance potential.

The subject property would be at the lower end of the scale as raw land, poor or no soil coverage ,and wet land issues as well.

l have attached 2 sales in the last year : Pin # 362781093 raw land value, less improvements of s 2,200 per acre Pin # 362910189 raw land value of 93,393. It is my opinion that the raw Iand value of the Subject property would be S3,000 per square acre creating a total value of:

Seventy-Eight Thousand nine hundred Dollars. (978,900) I hope you find this information satisfactory. Mike Scrannage MIKE SCRANNAGE, THE SCRANNAGE ADVANTAGE, SALES REPRESENTATIVE ?

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PLANNING REPORT Township of South Frontenac Prepared for Committee of the Whole

Planning Department

Agenda Date: September 27, 2016 Date of Report: September 23, 2016 Subject: Closing of Road Allowance in, Part of Lot 8, Between Concessions X and XI, Loughborough District, Township of South Frontenac: Scott Gordon

Summary of Recommendation: The recommendation is that the Committee receive the Planning Report dated September 23, 2016 and consider the closing and transferring ownership of a portion of unopened road allowance in the District of Loughborough.

Purpose of Report: The purpose of this report is to provide the background information necessary to enable Council to provide direction to staff regarding the closing of an untravelled Township road allowance.

Background & Discussion: By letter dated August 25, 2016, Scott Gordon is requesting to know whether Council would agree to the closure and sale of a portion of unopened road allowance that runs east and west on the south side of his property. The addition of this land to his 8.86 acre property would rectify an extremely insufficient side yard setback of his single detached dwelling. Attachment #1 is a copy of the letter and Attachment #2 shows the location of the owner’s property. Attachment #3 is an air photo showing the portion of unopened road allowance requested to be closed in relation to his dwelling. The subject portion of road allowance is approximately 413 metres (1,355 ft.) long and is 2.18 acres in size. As noted in Mr. Gordon’s letter, the road allowance runs from shoreline to shoreline on a peninsula of land and, ultimately, it does not seem reasonable that this portion of road allowance would ever be required by the Township for use as a public road. The land is heavily treed and, as indicated by the contour lines on the attachment, the land slopes steeply down towards the lake on its east end. It should be noted that the property-owner is requesting to close and transfer ownership of only the portion of road allowance that abuts his property, however, the road allowance extends another 92 metres to the west beyond his property – see Attachment #3. The Committee should consider whether or not the whole of the road allowance should be closed.

Direction Requested: Staff is seeking direction as to whether Council has any objections to the closure and transfer of this unused portion of road allowance. Council policy related to the sale of closed Township roads would result in a total price of approximately $51,430.00 for sale of only the portion abutting the property-owner’s land and $99,148.00 for sale of the whole portion. Submitted/approved by: Lindsay Mills

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Lindsay Mills From: Sent: To:

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mjsgordon@xplornet.ca August-25-16 11:12 AM Lindsay Mills Request to incorporate road allowance

Hello Lindsay;

Pursuant to our conversation today at your office, I am requesting South Frontenac municipal council consider allowing me to purchase part of the road allowance between concessions 10 and 11 immediately south of my property at 1223 Blakslee Lane, and incorporate it into my present property. The road allowance bisects a natural penninsula extending north-south into Gould Lake from its northern end. The east-west road allowance ends in the lake in both directions, and as such will never be of any practical use by the community. Thank you for taking this quest up with the Council. Cheers,

Scott Gordon

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STAFF REPORT CLERKS DEPARTMENT

Prepared for Council:

September 22, 2016

Agenda Date:

September 27, 2016

SUBJECT Fire Hall Tour and Offsite Meeting RECOMMENDATION: Open MEETING SCHEDULE: At the September 13 Committee of the Whole meeting staff was directed to survey Council on dates for a Fire Hall Tour and an Offsite meeting. Using the internet “survey monkey” it was determined that October 12, 2016 was the best date for the Fire Hall Tour however the Mayor and Councillor McDougall have since been scheduled for a County Budget meeting. Another date needs to be set for the tour. As a result of the survey, October 14, 2016 appears to be the best date for the offsite meeting. Direction from Council is required.

Submitted by: Angela Maddocks Executive Assistant

Page 99 of 121

STAFF REPORT RECREATION DEPARTMENT Prepared for Council:

September 16, 2016

Agenda Date:

September 27, 2016

SUBJECT: Recreation and Leisure Survey Results BACKGROUND: In an effort to establish a more strategic approach to planning recreational services and facility maintenance, the Township’s Recreation Department conducted a Community survey. Recognizing that leisure activities, facilities, parks and green spaces are essential to our quality of life, to the environment and our economic sustainability we invited the Community to help determine the long term strategy of recreation and leisure in South Frontenac. It is important to note that other than the Swim/Daycamp, the Township does not offer direct programming. The Township does however support the community’s interests and sporting groups through provision and maintenance of indoor/outdoor amenities. The Township also supports the delivery of special events/functions through direct funding or in-kind contributions. PROMOTION OF SURVEY The Township used several communication mediums to promote access to the recreation and leisure survey. As an incentive to encourage participation, participants were entered into a draw to win a prize pack including a Fitbit charge HR, Private hour of ice at the Frontenac Community Arena and some Township promotional items. The survey was accessed online at southfrontenac.net under the Recreation Activities page along with paper copies available upon request. Communication mediums utilized: • Insert as part of Tax bill mail-outs • Websites o Township o Storrington Soccer o Frontenac Arena • Email Distribution list including o Local minor hockey associations distribution lists o All contacts listed in the Recreation & Activity Guide o Parents who had previously registered children in our swim/camp programs o Circulated through all Recreation Districts for distribution to user groups o Storrington Soccer email distribution list • Promoted in person by the Education Coordinator at over 25 events • Township Office Digital Display • Annual Newsletter • Media Release o Article in the Frontenac News o Radio mentions • Townships weekly newspaper section • Twitter (Frontenac Arena, South Frontenac/unofficial account) • Facebook (Sydenham Group, Sydenham Lake Association Group) • Provided to the Women’s Institute DEVELOPMENT OF SURVEY Staff undertook a scan of similar surveys as a foundation to developing the survey format. Staff then developed the questions through Township Staff input, discussions with the South Frontenac Recreation District Committees, feedback from Sports/User Groups and contributions from the KFL&A Public Health Unit. The survey was created using the Survey Monkey tool. SUMMARY OF SURVEY RESPONSE AND RESULTS The survey had a high response rate with a total of 697 responses, 207 represented individual responses with 483 responses representing a family or group (note: some respondents skipped certain questions). 64% of respondents identified as female and 35% as male. There were responses from all age groups spanning under 15 to 85+. The highest response rate came from those in the 35-44 and 55-64 age groups.

Page 100 of 121 Some highlights of the survey indicate that the Community is very active when it comes to walking/hiking, swimming and gardening and a great deal of residents frequent the Libraries, Centennial Park, Sydenham Point, Frontenac Community Arena and the Storrington Centre. South Frontenac residents are actively involved with a variety of clubs, groups and associations. Some of the barriers to participating in recreation and leisure activities included time constraints, proximity of amenities to home and not being aware of what is offered in community. In response to the question, ‘If money were no object, what types of facilities, services or new amenities would you like to see in Township?’ The top listed items included an Indoor Pool, Wellness Centre, Splash Pad and Outdoors Entertainment Venue. There was also a great deal of interest in events such as ‘Music in the Park’ and ‘Outdoor Movies.’ Some of the most frequented events in the Township include; Canada Day, Pumpkin Festival, Santa Clause Parade and Music festivals. Overall there is support for user fees being charged to help with the maintenance of our recreation and leisure amenities. Feedback suggests that user fees should remain reasonable and that there should be reduced or no fees for residents, seniors, charities and low income families. A large percentage of respondents indicated that they receive information from the Township through social media and tax bill inserts, followed by local newspaper and the Townships Website. It was observed that often similar responses occurred for different questions. This was part of the survey design in order to identify common themes/categories. Some other reoccurring themes that were pulled out of the comments are as follows: • Interest in a multipurpose recreation complex (swimming, fitness, meeting space, events, etc) • maintain/improve trail networks for both pedestrians, snow sports (x-country, snowshoeing) o consider adding visitor information centres, fitness amenities, additional wayfinding • create more options for use of trails for All Terrain Vehicles • investigate the feasibility of installation of splash pads in high use parks • consider the creation of outdoor entertainment venues for music, movies, programming • maintain/improve in our road network to increase safety for cyclists o with well over half the respondents reporting they felt that they could walk or bike into a settlement area there is a strong foundation for the promotion of walking and cycling for both recreation and commuting into settlements. • maintain/improve access to our lakes for boating and fishing • market South Frontenac as a destination to host festivals and events • continue to invest in the Frontenac Community Arena • consider developing outdoor skating rinks • improve accessibility to our recreation amenities (Seniors, persons with disabilities) • Township to consider offering more direct programming • invest in amenities that support non mainstream leisure activities/sports such as Icestock, Pickleball and Paddle sports • continue to streamline the indoor/outdoor facility booking process • increase investment in our waterfront/beach areas to support swimming • increase the marketing and promotion of ‘all’ Township programs and services through mixed media, including two way communication (social and in-person) Note: The complete analysis of survey results can be found in the attached document NEXT STEPS By gaining a better understanding of community needs in respect to recreation and leisure activities, we are able to develop a long term strategy to support and develop social, recreation and cultural opportunities accessible to all. The results of the survey along with additional public consultation will help in updating the 5 year recreation plan, inform decisions on Capital and Operating Budgets, road and trail maintenance and assist with determining indoor/outdoor facility user fees.

Reports included: • Recreation and Leisure Survey Results-Analysis

Submitted/approved by: Mark Segsworth

Prepared by: Tim Laprade, Arena/Recreation Supervisor

Page 101 of 121 Recreation and Leisure Survey Results-Analysis Are you answering this survey as an individual or on behalf of your family? Answer Options Individual Family

Response Percent

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Are you Male or Female? Answer Options Male Female

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My age is? Answer Options 15 or less 16-24 25-34 35-44 45-54 55-64 65-74 75-84 85+

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What is your yearly household income? Answer Options Less than $20,000 $20,000 to $34,999 $35,000 to $49,999 $50,000 to $74,999 $75,000 to $99,999 $100,000 to $149,999 $150,000 to $199,999 $200,000 or more

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Page 102 of 121 Recreation and Leisure Survey Results-Analysis I/we live in? Answer Options Bedford District Storrington District Loughborough District Portland District Other (please specify)

Central Frontenac (14) South Frontenac/unsure of District (35) Kingston (19) Ottawa (3) Stone Mills (3) Toronto (6)

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What is the nearest settlement area from your home? Answer Options Battersea Verona Harrowsmith Inverary Godfrey Sydenham Other (please specify)

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Page 103 of 121 Recreation and Leisure Survey Results-Analysis How far are you from the nearest settlement area? Answer Options

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Do you feel that you could walk or bike into a settlement? Answer Options Yes No If No explain option

QUALITATIVE ANALYSIS

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Main Themes: Distance, Safety, Infrastructure, Families W/Children, Terrain, Car Drivers Only, Don’t Know How/Own a Bike Distance (too far, walkable, bike-able, perception of distance and related time) • Too far (20) *often paired with lack of sidewalks or bike lanes or unsafe conditions • 30 Km or more (2) • A bit far for the kids • At least 20Km from the nearest settlement • A bit too far • Too far to walk (4) (often cycling is not mentioned as an option) • Long walk to Fermoy, too far to Godfrey or Westport • In an extreme situation we could bike but it is at least 13km • 13 KM one way • Distance (3) • Vehicle only because of distance • Probably too far (opportunity to address perceptions of distance and time) • Too far (8.9 KM) • 9 KM • The time involved would be lengthy • 20-minute car ride (comment on the perception of distance in time and actual distance) • Have to drive 40 minutes to town, 25 minutes to Harrowsmith • It would take awhile • Gananoque is too far • Could bike but not walk • Road is too far

Page 104 of 121 Recreation and Leisure Survey Results-Analysis • • •

Distance too far for commuting 15 km is a bit much to bike The 15 KM distance

Safety (Perceived & Real) • I would bike but the road is too dangerous • There is too much traffic on a narrow road • I would not want to bike on hwy 38 • Not safe (no shoulder) • Bedford Road is unsafe for bike travel as it has no shoulders • Traffic is too busy on Perth Rd #10 • Too dangerous (too far) x 2 • The roads are not safe since they were redone (barely large enough for 2 vehicles) • Not safe. We need a bicycle lane on Perth Road. It is not safe to ride my bike on this road • Hwy 10 is too busy and feels dangerous • Too much traffic • Biking is not a safe option • Rutledge Road is high speed, numerous trucks and cars constantly travel in the 100 km per hour speed • Because it’s too dangerous to bike on Perth Road (no bike lanes) • Round Lake Road is winding and many speed on the road, making it quite dangerous at times • Living near Perth Road, must take City Rd 10, scary! • Bedford Rd is dangerous for biking (no shoulder or bike lanes) • Too dangerous on Hwy 38 • Road too narrow for safe biking (no sidewalks) • Roads are too narrow for both cars and bikes • Feel unsafe on Hwy 38 with family • You can’t do much biking around busy roads especially 38 • Too dangerous for a family on bikes • Bedford road is too dangerous/long to bike or walk to Sydenham • Busy road • Live on Hwy 38 Too much traffic • Road is too busy. Speed is a factor • Road not safe • Road not safe to bike (road too narrow, no shoulders) • Not safe to bike on the main roads not being safely designed for bikes. (I have the ability to get on the trail, but I don’t feel it’s safe due to being line with wild parsnip • Not the safest option. I would have to travel the back roads into town with the traffic travelling too fast. • High speed of traffic • Roads unsafe • Perth Road beyond Opinicon is too dangerous (too far for commuting) • Too dangerous on the highway (too far) • I bike and I don’t feel safe on our roads (because of the lack of paved shoulders) • I could bike but not my kids (more due to highway than distance)

Page 105 of 121 Recreation and Leisure Survey Results-Analysis • • • •

No we live on a dangerous road (there is no shoulders and the cars go too fast) Speeds are too high (not with a family) very dangerous traffic (road has no sidewalk) access only by a busy HWY prohibitive (the 15km distance)

Infrastructure (Lack of or Inadequate) • gravel roads • the amount of loose gravel at the sides of the road after the “paving” last year has resulted in treacherous conditions for biking • Roads a little too narrow for biking • No bike lane on Sydenham Rd • Road not wide enough • I would bike if there was enough pavement on the shoulder of Sydenham Rd by Rutledge Rd • No shoulder on most of route (not safe) • No sidewalks (too far) • No bike lanes (too dangerous) • Barely large enough for 2 vehicles and huge water and mosquito collecting ditches • No viable pathway, only #38 • Narrow road to walk or bike (distance) • Highway biking • The roads are not the best for walking and biking • Biking and/or walking lanes need to be wider to accommodate (Division St/Perth St too busy) • Bedford road does not have a bike path or paved shoulder (dangerous for biking) • Leland Rd is too awful to bike on • No sidewalks (too narrow for safe biking) • Narrow roads, no paved shoulders • No bike path • Need to travel on Perth Rd, bike lanes do not come near my home • The road is narrow and windy • Road is too narrow, no shoulders • Roads are not designed for biking (too far) • No sidewalks • The lack of paved shoulders ( I bike and don’t feel safe) • There are no shoulders (we live on a dangerous road and the cars go too fast) • The road has no sidewalk (very dangerous traffic) Families w/Children • I would bike by myself, I wouldn’t with my small children • Too far for kids to bike • I wouldn’t allow my children to until they get older (many speed on the road making it quite dangerous) • Feel unsafe on Hwy 38 with my family • Too dangerous for a family on bikes • Have two young kids

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I could bike to Inverary or even Perth Road Village but not my kids Not with a family, road speeds are too high I have children with me 99% of the time

Terrain • Too hilly • Quite a lot of hills, biking might be more feasible but hills are a challenge • Very hilly and winding • Very hilly would need electric powered bicycle Car Drivers Only • 10 state they are car drivers only Don’t/Don’t Know How/Don’t Own a Bike • Haven’t biked for 15 years • Not a big fan of walking • Too much stuff to haul on a bike • I don’t know how to ride a bike Notes: • There was the greatest response to the survey from South Frontenac residents living closest to Sydenham, Inverary, Verona, Harrowsmith, Battersea and Godfrey, respectively. • The majority of respondents, approximately 63%, reported living within 5km, to the settlement they live closest to. Of the respondents who live within 5km of a settlement area, half are within a 15min walking distance and the other half are within a 15min biking distance to that settlement. • What is even more encouraging is the fact that the number of respondents who recorded the distance they live from a settlement as 5km or less is very similar to the number of respondents, approximately 61%, who responded that they felt that they could walk or bike this distance. • Of the respondents who felt that they could not walk or bike into a settlement the most commonly cited reasons were that residents didn’t feel safe walking or biking on the roads, the distance was too far, and there is a lack of walking or cycling infrastructure on their route of travel. • The residents who cited safety as the reason they didn’t feel they could walk or bike into a settlement reported their perception that the roads were too dangerous due to high traffic volume, speed of vehicles, and the design of roads resulting in their feeling unsafe to walk or bike. • Roads that were commented on by several respondents as being unsafe included Highway #38 and County Road #10, also known as Perth Road. Other roads that were mentioned by respondents as being unsafe for walking and biking included Rutledge Road, Round Lake Road and Bedford Road. • Several individuals stated they would feel comfortable biking on the roads into their settlement however, they would not feel safe taking their families, including children, on these roads. • Many respondents qualified their responses on their perception of the roads being unsafe with comments about the lack of walking or biking infrastructure, in the form of paved shoulders, sidewalks and bike lanes. Additionally, the narrow width of roads was mentioned as having an impact on those biking being able to share the road combined with poor visibility around turns. • Of the respondents who cited infrastructure as the reason they didn’t feel they could walk or bike to the closest settlement, three infrastructure issues were commonly listed. The issues included the lack of bike lanes or

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sidewalks, roads without paved shoulders, and narrow roads making it difficult to share the road between all users. Gravel roads were also mentioned as a barrier along with loose gravel from road resurfacing. Of the respondents who quoted distance as the reason they felt they could not walk or bike into a settlement area common distances considered too far for walking or biking were stated between 9km and 30km which is equivalent to a half hour to an hour bike ride respectively. Other respondents reported that the time to complete the distance would be just too long comparing it to the time it would take to cover the distance in a car, i.e. a 40-minute car ride. Lastly, a couple of respondents reported that it was probably too far or would be feasible only in an extreme situation, in reference to a 13km bike ride. Respondents answering on behalf of their family stated two main reasons why they would not walk or bike into a settlement area, safety and distance. Additionally, for some of the respondents the age of their children was a factor stating they would allow their children to make the walk or the bike into the settlement area when they were older. A few respondents commented that the terrain for biking was a barrier with hills being the main cause of concern with one respondent citing winding roads as an issue as well. A similar number of respondents stated that they were not experienced on a bike or did not enjoy walking. Less than a dozen respondents stated they were only car drivers with one respondent reporting they have too much to carry for bike trips.

Summary: With well over half the respondents reporting they felt that they could walk or bike into a settlement area there is a strong foundation for the promotion of walking and cycling for both recreation and commuting into settlements. Using both the Walk Friendly Ontario and Bicycle Friendly Communities frameworks, several key stakeholders in the community can share resources to achieve outcomes in infrastructure, economic development and community health and recreation benefits. Both of these programs will also address all of the listed concerns of those who felt walking or cycling was not an option for them over time, aside from distances too far to travel on a regular basis by walking and cycling. Do you belong to a sport group/association? (volunteer or coach) Answer Options No Yes If Yes (please specify)

airsoft ATV Club Bedford C.W.L Bowling British Assoc of Teachers of Dancing Canadian Dance sport Federation Canadian pony club Church CORK (sailing races) CrossFit Queen Street Dog Lake Association

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

Response Percent

Response Count

65.9% 7.5% 26.5%

455 52 183

Page 108 of 121 Recreation and Leisure Survey Results-Analysis Ducks Unlimited Canada Frontenac 4-H Frontenac Society of Model Engineers Heritage Society K.F.N Kayakers Kingston Derby Girls Kingston Women’s Ball Hockey Kingston Women’s Broomball L. D. Parks and Recreation Committee Legion Local swim club Miniature horses Odd Fellows & Rebekah’s Rideau Trail Rivendell golf Ryatt volleyball Smart Program Women’s Fitness group for age 55 and older Women’s Institute Yoga Curling Fire Department Foodbank volunteer Friends of Frontenac park Horseback riding clubs Inverary youth association Kingston Sport and Social Club Scouting South Frontenac Rides Sydenham lake canoe club Track and field Agility Buck Lake Association Football Harrowsmith Social and Athletic Club Lions Club Sydenham Lake Association Girl Guides Mountain biking club Verona Community Assc. Frontenac Pickelball Club Kingston and Area Ice Stock Association Baseball/Softball Soccer

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 9 11 21 26

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What types of leisure activities do you participate in? (check all that apply to you ) Answer Options Dance/ Fitness Skating/ Hockey Volunteering Creative Arts Hobbies Gardening Bird Watching Swimming Sports/ Coaching Theatre/Drama Soccer Baseball Ice stock (also known as Bavarian Curling) Tennis Skateboarding Pickleball Collections (please specify what type of collection in ‘other’ section) Continuing Education/ Self Improvement Walking/Hiking Cycling Snowmobiling Cross Country Skiing Fishing Motor boating Paddling Other (please specify)

4H Airsoft ATV Badminton Broomball Basketball Beach volleyball Bmx racing Bridge Camping Canoeing Classic Cars climbing collect rocks and minerals cottaging–leisure activities

2 1 15 2 1 2 1 1 3 2 4 1 1 2 1

Response Percent

Response Count

27.2% 38.1% 38.8% 20.3% 54.8% 19.3% 62.9% 24.3% 9.1% 19.1% 18.3% 3.6% 6.5% 2.3% 4.2%

188 263 268 140 378 133 434 168 63 132 126 25 45 16 29

0.4%

19.1% 73.9% 42.8% 8.8% 19.4% 44.2% 38.4% 39.6% 24.6%

132 510 295 61 134 305 265 273 170

690 6

Page 110 of 121 Recreation and Leisure Survey Results-Analysis cross-country skiing Curling Dirt biking Dog Agility Downhill skiing Drawing/Painting, Driving Driving miniature horses with cart Geocaching Golf Gun club/ target practice Gym, fitness classes, strength training Hiking horseback riding Hunting Lacrosse Martial Arts Miniature Railway Modell Engineering Motorcycling mountain biking Music Obstacle Course Racing Paddling Photography Pilates and tai chi/qi gong Radio Control Modelling Reading roller blading Rugby Running Sailing Scouting Scuba Singing Skating Snow shoeing Track Trail running Triathlon Ultimate Frisbee Volleyball Wakeboarding Water skiing Windsurfing

2 5 1 1 3 1 1 3 2 14 1 3 3 9 9 2 1 2 2 2 1 3 1 6 2 1 1 3 1 1 8 2 1 2 3 1 8 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1

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What are the barriers, which prevent you from participating in leisure activities? (Select the primary reason) Respon se Percent 40.2% 14.7% 6.7% 0.3% 1.2% 3.1% 18.5% 15.4%

Answer Options Time Don’t know what’s available Cost Transportation Attitude Not interested Proximity to home Other (please specify)

Theme/Category Indicated ‘No Barriers in Other Section’ Age/Health/Accessibility Facilities do not exist or requires repair extremely poor boat launches in Portland district Swimming yr round - community centre with ice and pool We (KAISC) need help in building a home for STOCK SPORT Sydenham tennis courts are in need of repair, no pickle ball facilities NO POOL IN TOWNSHIP Refurbished court surfaces , washroom facilities and water Safety of Roads for Cycling/Horses Safe use of roads with children and busy roads. Bad roads, potholes, no bike lanes, ignorant drivers. Better cycling routes with shoulders; nice bike trails Widened shoulders on paved roads; also trail maintenance for off road cycling Don’t feel it is safe to walk my horses on the shoulder of the road (High Speeds) Service does not exist Many activities I am interested in are not available in South Frontenac Not a lot available Nothing much for my age group provided by the Township Time Constraints Proximity to Home Access to Motorsports Trails/Restrictions Township denying trail access for licensed/insure dirt bikes and atvs

Ranking (listed most frequently) 1 2 3

6 7 8

Respon se Count 263 96 44 2 8 20 121 101

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Have you ever visited or participated in an activity at one of these indoor facilities? (Select all that apply) Answer Options Storrington Centre Harris Park Hall Library (specify Library location in ‘other’ below) Town Hall (Township Building) Glendower Gall/ Bedford Fermoy Community Centre Princess Anne Community Centre Frontenac Community Arena Other (please specify)

Amherstivew Library Artillery Park Battersea United Church Calvin Park Library Centennial park FSME railroad at Battersea Grace center Harrington library Harrowsmith S&A Club Inverary United church Invista Centre-Kingston Kingston Public Library Life Yoga Lions Hall in Battersea Momentum Pilates Perth Road Hall Pittsburg Library Seeley’s Bay Library SFCS hall Sharbot Lake Library Storrington Library Sydenham Library Verona Lions Hall Verona United Church Wesport Library None

1 1 1 1 4 1 9 20 4 1 2 4 1 1 1 2 1 4 1 1 24 141 4 1 2 12

Response Percent

Response Count

23.5% 6.6% 57.6% 29.8% 7.3% 0.6% 14.3% 50.1% 46.1%

125 35 306 158 39 3 76 266 245

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531

655 41

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Have you ever visited or participated in an activity at one of these outdoor facilities? (Select all that apply) Answer Options Battersea Ball Park Inverary Ball Park Latimer Community Park (Heska) Davidson Beach Gilmour Point Beach Gerald Ball Memorial Park (Sunbury) Dave Bowes Memorial/ Keeley (Field) Harris Park/Hall Sydenham Point (Beach) Sydenham Point (Park/Field) Sydenham Point (Diamond) Wilmer Ball Park (Perth Road) Tett Park Glendower Park (Bedford) Centennial Park (Harrowsmith) McMullen/ Verona (Beach) McMullen/Verona (Soccer Park) Princess Anne Park (Hartington) Frontenac Arena Other (please specify)

Frontenac Arena South Frontenac Museum Inverary Ball Park Gould Lake LDSB FIELDS Township meetings ball diamonds in tamworth and enterprise Devil Lake boat launch on Cty Rd 10 Westport arena Ken Garrett Park Gerald Ball Park Lions Club Mini Park Harrowsmith public school Cataraqui, K&P and Rideau trails Frontenac Park No

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 3 4 8 9 13

Response Percent

Response Count

33.0% 40.2% 5.9% 19.1% 20.8% 19.9% 24.3% 4.7% 64.2% 50.2% 34.5% 24.3% 3.1% 4.7% 46.7% 27.5% 14.4% 13.1% 42.5% 8.2%

202 246 36 117 127 122 149 29 393 307 211 149 19 29 286 168 88 80 260 50

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Page 114 of 121 Recreation and Leisure Survey Results-Analysis If money were no object, what types of facilities, services or new amenities would you like to see in Township? (Please number your priority) Answer Options

Rating Average

Bowling Lanes Track & Field Venue Golf/Mini Putt Wellness Centre/Family Centre Indoor Pool Outdoors Entertainment Venue Skateboard Park Dedicated Pickle ball Facility Dedicated Ice stock Facility Splash Pad

22 19 31 124 191 44 12 26 21 93

32 36 26 96 108 53 31 15 21 78

31 31 56 57 58 77 31 10 14 68

42 41 48 51 31 66 22 9 16 44

29 43 61 25 24 39 25 17 11 32

39 27 38 24 25 41 30 6 22 28

39 52 23 16 10 25 34 19 23 26

23 33 14 15 6 22 53 41 43 10

22 13 23 5 5 9 34 70 68 11

30 12 10 7 20 4 37 75 51 24

5.44 5.18 4.72 3.11 2.80 4.10 6.14 7.24 6.84 3.76

answered question What kinds of services would you like to see the Township offer to the community that are not offered now? Response Count

Answer Options

347

Theme/Category Indoor Pool/Fitness Centre Splash Pad Township Run Programming Better Biking infrastructure ATV/Moto Trails Festivals, arts, music Outdoor rink More boat ramps Bus to Kingston Dog Park Updated Play structures Arena closer to core Dedicated Canoe/kayak Docks X-Country Ski/Snowshoe trails Curling Rink Improved recycling/HHW/Waste pickup Large Community Hall Tennis Courts Arts Centre Basketball Courts Bowling Alley Community Garden Pickleball Facility Accessible Play structures

Ranking (listed most frequently) 1 2 3 4 5 6 6 7 8 8 8 9 9 9 10 10 11 11 12 12 12 12 12 13

Response Count 309 307 330 420 478 380 309 288 290 414 617

Page 115 of 121 Recreation and Leisure Survey Results-Analysis Affordable Childcare Good food box Program funding for low income families Beach Volleyball Courts Preservation of Shoreline/species conservation Access bus transportation. After hours medical clinic

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Beaver Control geocaching equipment (loaner GPS) Gun club/target shooting. Horse riding track Large article Pickup (annually)

347 349

Would you be interested in any of the following if they were offered in the Township? Answer Options Book share boxes Bike share program Roving Pop up Pianos Outdoor movies Music in the parks/ entertainment Urban Slide

Response Percent

Response Count

33.3% 12.8% 5.4% 70.2% 81.4% 27.7%

184 71 30 388 450 153

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553 143

Do you attend any Canada Day Celebrations in South Frontenac? Answer Options Yes No

Response Percent

Response Count

68.9% 31.1%

471 213

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684 12

What Canada Day event in South Frontenac do you attend? Answer Options Bedford Canada Day Pancake Breakfast Harrowsmith S&A Club Canada Day Canada Day in Storrington Sydenham Point Canada Day Other (please specify)

Sydenham

Response Percent

Response Count

2.7% 30.8% 12.0% 42.4% 12.2%

14 159 62 219 63

Page 116 of 121 Recreation and Leisure Survey Results-Analysis Harrowsmith Bedford Sunbury Kingston Bath Westport Bob’s Lake (Private) Seeley’s Bay (Private) Buck Lake Floatilla Shartbot Lake Loughborough (Private) None yet Not aware of Events

8 2 3 2 2 4 1 2 3 3 3 18 2

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What is (are) your favourite event(s) in the Township? (Please specify who organizes the event & why you enjoy attending) Response Count

Answer Options

385

answered question skipped question Events Canada Day (General) Battersea pumpkin festival Harrowsmith Canada Day Sydenham Canada Day Santa Clause Parade Verona Lions Jamboree Garlic Festival Buck Lake Floatilla VCA Music Festival Cattail Festival Storrington Canada Day Sports Events Ice Stock Event Cyclefest Bob’s Lake Breakfast Sydenham Triathlon Family Day at the Arena All Events Jam Sessions at Bedford Hall Pickleball Events Swim Programs Dog Lake Association Events

385 311 Ranking/ (listed most frequently) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 8 8 9 9 10 10 11 11 11 12 12 12 12 12

517 179

Page 117 of 121 Recreation and Leisure Survey Results-Analysis Bubba Bowl Library Programs Bedford Pancake Breakfast County 150th Celebration Remembrance Day Golf in Inverary Sydenham Fall Run Verona Farmers Market Grace Centre Events Beaches Cow Paddy at Bedford Hall Bedford Social at Sacred Heart Church Bridge at Storrington Centre Frontenac Challenge Homesteader days in Inverary Paying Taxes St Paul’s Anglican church chili fest The Perth Road Fireman’s Fish Fry

13 13 14 15 15 15 15 15 15 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16

What new events would you like to see in the Township? Response Count

Answer Options

252

Theme/Category Festivals Concerts Movies in the Park Icestock Events Art Shows Farmer Markets Pickleball events Canoe/Kayak regatta Powerboat races Bingo Cycling events Motocross shows Fishing derby Curling Bonspiel Gun Shows

Ranking (listed most frequently)

1 2 3 4 5 5 6 7 7 8 8 9 9 9 10 answered question skipped question

252 444

Page 118 of 121 Recreation and Leisure Survey Results-Analysis Have you ever booked one of our Indoor (Halls) or Outdoor (Parks, Diamonds) facilities? Answer Options Yes No What was your experience?

Response Count

Response Percent 19.1% 80.9%

126 535 104

Exceptional 5 Very Good 39 Good 47 Poor 5 Storrington Township Hall it was easy to book, It would be helpful if there were basic cleaning supplies like paper towels and a spray cleaner for tables Very Poor 8 Not very coordinated. Had to go to someone’s house to get keys for Glendower Hall. complicated!!! terrible the ball diamonds in battersea and Sunbury where awful especially the toilets….disgraceful always have to go in extra early to clean no bathroom keys at centennial, bathrooms in disrepair, canteen not open, answered question skipped question

661 35

Do you believe that users of Township indoor and outdoor facilities should have to pay user fees? Answer Options Yes

Depending on the event Charities/ non-profits should not have to pay Residents should not have to pay Indoor facilities should have user fees but no outdoor Yes, small reasonable fee for maintenance and upkeep of facility

37.7%

247

18.0%

118

44.4%

291

166

Please explain your answer.

Other I Do Not Know were the outdoor should be free but indoor is okay The seniors and low income would not participate with fee Only people who use the facilities should pay That local people shouldn’t have to pay

Response Count

No, we pay taxes

Response Percent

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Page 119 of 121 Recreation and Leisure Survey Results-Analysis Do you believe that the current user fees are… Answer Options Too high Too low Adequate Please explain your answer

Response Percent

Response Count

7.0% 2.3% 50.9% 39.8%

40 13 290 227

201 6 10 10

Do not know what current user fees are… Fair and well-priced/reasonable Too pricey Other

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570 126

Would you consider donating towards a children’s recreation subsidy program if it was available as an option when paying property taxes? Answer Options Yes No

Response Percent

Response Count

53.3% 46.7%

352 309

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Do you have any other suggestions/ideas that you would like to share? Response Count

Answer Options

199

Theme/Category

Ranking (listed most frequently)

Indoor Pool/Fitness Centre

Splash Pad Township Run Programming Better Biking infrastructure ATV/Moto Trails Festivals, arts, music Outdoor rink Dog Park Update Play structures in high use areas More boat ramps Seniors transportation Paddle sports MTB Trails Curling Rink

2 3 4 5 6 6 6 7 7 8 9 9 10

661 35

Page 120 of 121 Recreation and Leisure Survey Results-Analysis Increase Communication from Township Preservation of Shoreline/species conservation Tennis Courts Pickleball Facility Accessible Play structures Affordable Childcare Upgrades to all beaches Program funding for low income families Benches along trails Visitors/Trail Centre Outdoor Fitness stations Combine Canada Day events Combine services with other Townships Do nothing else Donations to church and Service clubs Ban smoking at beaches Spay neuter clinic for pets widen roads Welcome package for new residents Broomball facility

10 10 10 11 11 11 12 12 12 12 12 13 13 13 14 14 15 15 15 15 answered question skipped question

199 497

How did you learn about or receive information from the Township South Frontenac? Answer Options Township Website South Frontenac Recreation Guide Council Meeting Local Newspaper Word of Mouth Social media Other

Recreation Committee Digital Sign Annual newsletter All of the Above Radio Education Coordinator Council Social Media Cottage association Word of Mouth Website Club/Organization

1 1 2 2 3 4 4 5 5 5 9 7

Response Percent

Response Count

14.7% 9.4% 0.3% 15.4% 12.5% 22.1% 25.6%

100 64 2 105 85 150 174

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8 14 104

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680 16

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