INDEX TO

AUTHORITY MEETING #2/12

Friday, March 30, 2012

MINUTES Minutes of Meeting #1/12, held on February 24, 2012 22

DELEGATIONSWhite, Liz, Director/Leader, Animal Alliance/Environment Voters

re: Double-Crested Cormorants 22MacKay, Barry, Director, Zoocheck Canada

re: Double-Crested Cormorants 22

PRESENTATIONSStaff Years of Service Awards. 22

DOUBLE-CRESTED CORMORANTSManagement Strategy for 2012 22

WATERSHED COMMITTEES MEMBERSHIP CHANGESMembership Changes to the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, the Humber Watershed Alliance and the Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition. 29

ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD HEARINGCity of Mississauga New Official Plan (2011) 30

ROUGE VALLEY NATIONAL URBAN PARKParks Canada Statement of Intentions 32

AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTSMentoring to Placement for Environmental Professionals Program (M2P) 43

GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE ONTARIO COALITION Progress Update 48

INLAND FILLHumber Watershed Clean Topsoil Placement Projects 51

GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed

Maria Pandolfo, Yolanda Pandolfo, Cathy Campione, Laura Pandolfo and GuiseppePandolfo 58

TORONTO URBAN FARM AT BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE 62

WEST NILE VIRUS PROGRAMAnnual Report - West Nile Virus Vector Mosquito Larval Monitoring and Surveillance - 2011 66

GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River WatershedTown of Caledon (formerly Cancian Construction Ltd.)CFN 45439 70

GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River WatershedTown of Caledon (formerly Alliance Palgrave Inc.)CFN 45480 71

GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River WatershedTown of Caledon (formerly Sunshine Estates)CFN 37841 71

GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River WatershedTown of Caledon (formerly Camp Villas Corporation)CFN 38075 72

BOB HUNTER MEMORIAL PARKAward of Sole Source Contracts, Forest Planting Contracts to Nongovernmental Organizations 73

NAMING OF STEELES WEST STATION 73

ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD HEARINGTribute (Unionville) Limited - 20 Fred Varley Drive Limited20 Fred Varley DriveTown of Markham, Regional Municipality of York 73

MEADOWCLIFFE DRIVE EROSION CONTROL PROJECTContract RSD12-03 73

LOTUS NOTES SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENTAward of Sole Source Contract for Consulting Services 73

DELL ESX SERVER AND VMWARE UPGRADESAward of Sole Source Contract 73

ENERLIFE CONSULTING INC. AGREEMENT 73

RESISTANCE BOARD WEIR IN DUFFINS CREEK 73

FREEDOM OF INFORMATIONSummary of 2011 Requests and Appointment of Information and Privacy Officer 74

WATERSHED COMMITTEE MINUTES

DON WATERSHED REGERATION COUNCILMinutes of Meeting #2/12, held on February 2, 2012 76

ETOBICOKE-MIMICO WATERSHEDS COALITIONMinutes of Meeting #4/11, held on November 17, 2011 76

IRE-YONGE DEVELOPERS INC., 4155 YONGE STREETProposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment ApplicationsCity of Toronto, North York Community Council Area 76

APPLICATIONS FOR PERMITS PURSUANT TO ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses 76

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MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #2/12March 30, 2012

The Authority Meeting #2/12, was held in Weston Room B, Black Creek Pioneer Village, on Friday, March 30, 2012. The Chair Gerri Lynn O'Connor, called the meeting to order at 9:38 a.m.

PRESENTDavid Barrow 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. MemberBen Cachola 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. MemberRonald Chopowick 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. MemberVincent Crisanti 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. MemberMichael Di Biase 9:40 a.m. 10:36 a.m. MemberChris Fonseca 9:45 a.m. 10:36 a.m. MemberColleen Jordan 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. MemberMujeeb Khan 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. MemberChin Lee 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. MemberGloria Lindsay Luby 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. MemberGlenn Mason 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. MemberMike Mattos 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. MemberGerri Lynn O'Connor 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. ChairAnthony Perruzza 10:02 a.m. 10:36 a.m. MemberGino Rosati 9:40 a.m. 10:36 a.m. MemberDave Ryan 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. MemberJohn Sprovieri 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. MemberCynthia Thorburn 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. MemberJim Tovey 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. MemberRichard Whitehead 9:38 a.m. 10:36 a.m. Member

ABSENTPaul Ainslie MemberMaria Augimeri Vice ChairBob Callahan MemberGlenn De Baeremaeker MemberJack Heath MemberPeter Milczyn MemberLinda Pabst MemberJohn Parker Member

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RES.#A17/12 - MINUTES

Moved by: Ben CacholaSeconded by: Glenn Mason

THAT the Minutes of Annual Meeting #1/12, held on February 24, 2012, be approved. CARRIED

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DELEGATIONS

(a) A delegation from Ms. Liz White, Director/Leader, Animal Alliance/Environment Voters, speaking in regard to item AUTH7.1 - Double-Crested Cormorants.

(b) A delegation from Mr. Barry MacKay, Director, Zoocheck Canada, speaking in regard to item AUTH7.1 - Double-Crested Cormorants.

RES.#A18/12 - DELEGATIONS

Moved by: Glenn MasonSeconded by: Ronald Chopowick

THAT above-noted delegations (a) and (b) be received.CARRIED

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PRESENTATIONS

(a) Years of Service Awards were presented to staff.

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SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION

RES.#A19/12 - DOUBLE-CRESTED CORMORANTSManagement Strategy for 2012. Management of Double-crested Cormorants at Tommy Thompson Park

Moved by: Glenn MasonSeconded by: Ronald Chopowick

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THAT staff be directed to continue to work with the Cormorant Advisory Group to assist Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) in addressing management concerns regarding colonial waterbirds at Tommy Thompson Park;

THAT staff be directed to work with the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, Canadian Wildlife Service, and any other required regulatory agency to seek approval for the 2012 management strategy for colonial waterbirds at TTP;

THAT staff be directed to implement the proposed management strategy for 2012;

THAT staff be directed to continue to actively participate in local, regional and binational committees/working groups addressing the management and protection of colonial waterbirds and these groups be circulated the management strategy;

AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Authority annually regarding the management of Double-crested Cormorants at Tommy Thompson Park.

CARRIEDBACKGROUNDTommy Thompson Park (TTP) is an urban wilderness park located at the foot of Leslie Street in the City of Toronto. It supports the largest colony of Double-crested Cormorants (DCCO) in the Great Lakes Region, plus diverse communities of bird, fish, reptile, amphibian, mammal, and vegetation species. It has been formally designated as a globally significant Important Bird Area (IBA) and an Environmentally Significant Area (ESA #120). The Master Plan that guides the development of TTP includes the goal of conserving and managing the natural resources and environmentally significant areas of the park. While the DCCO colony adds to the diversity of the park and is environmentally significant, there are concerns about the impacts of DCCO on tree health and biodiversity in other areas at TTP.

TRCA began a process to ensure the TTP Master Plan goals and objectives were upheld and the concerns are addressed. TRCA initiated the involvement of stakeholders and the public to create a management strategy for DCCO at TTP. The process started in November 2007 with the establishment of the Cormorant Advisory Group, and lead to the development of the 2008 Cormorant Management Strategy which was approved by the TRCA Board in 2008 as per Resolution #A110/08:

THAT staff be directed to continue to work with the Cormorant Advisory Group to assist Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) in addressing management concerns regarding colonial waterbirds at Tommy Thompson Park (TTP);

THAT staff be directed to work with the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, Canadian Wildlife Service and any other required regulatory agency to seek approval for the 2008 management strategy for colonial waterbirds at TTP;

THAT staff be directed to implement the proposed management strategy for 2008;

THAT staff be directed to continue to actively participate in local, regional and binational committees/working groups addressing the management and protection of colonial waterbirds;

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AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Authority next year regarding the management of Double-crested Cormorants at Tommy Thompson Park.

Since 2008 TRCA staff have annually sought approval from the TRCA Board to adopt the management strategy and have subsequently reported back on the Strategic Approach at the end of the breeding season:

In 2009 as per Resolution #A22/09,

In 2010 as per Resolution #A23/10, and

In 2011 as per Resolution #A49/11.

The overall goal of the Double-crested Cormorant Strategic Approach, as established by the Cormorant Advisory Group in 2007, is to achieve a balance between the continued existence of a healthy, thriving cormorant colony and the other ecological, educational, scientific and recreational values of TTP. The objectives of the Strategic Approach are to increase public knowledge, awareness, and appreciation of colonial waterbirds; deter cormorant expansion to Peninsula D; limit further loss of tree canopy on Peninsulas A, B and C; and continue research on colonial waterbirds in an urban wilderness context. To achieve these goals and objectives the five main management actions established in 2010 were carried throughout 2011 (Attachment 1).

The management techniques employed in 2011 have not changed significantly since management began in 2008, with slight modifications. A professional tree service company was hired in an attempt to improve inactive nest removal efficiency. However, due to unsafe conditions resulting from poor tree health and nest height, it was determined that the existing nest removal technique was the most efficient. The “2011 Management Summary and 2012 Management Strategy” provides details on management actions and is available upon request.

Pre-nesting deterrent techniques took place between March 29 and May 30, 2011 on Peninsula C following the scale of escalating deterrents including active nest removal using the conservative protocol for estimating embryo development prepared by the Humane Society of the United States. Pre-nesting deterrents have been limited by nesting Black-crowned Night-Herons (BCNH) and deterrents were not carried out on Peninsula B due to their presence. Deterrents have focused on areas with healthier trees, and have avoided areas traditionally occupied by BCNH to ensure they are not impacted by DCCO management.

Several post breeding deterrent sessions occurred in September throughout Peninsula C following the fledging of chicks. The deterrents mainly took place within areas of heavy roosting to decrease further impacts to tree health and limit prospecting behaviour. Human presence and general contact with the roost tree proved to be sufficient to flush the majority of DCCO from their loafing positions and did not require further escalation.

Public knowledge, awareness and appreciation for DCCO at TTP were improved through the installation of a specialized camera that remotely uploaded pictures of the ground nesting colony to the TTP website (www.trca.on.ca/birdcam). The camera provided staff, researchers and the public with views of the colony over the course of the breeding season. A viewing blind that was installed on Peninsula C was successful in providing the public with good views in close proximity of the tree nesting areas without disturbing the birds. Additionally, staff interpreted the colony at various public events, including a Colonial Waterbird hike at the annual Spring Bird Festival.

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Overall, the 2011 Management Strategy was successful in meeting the objectives of the Strategic Approach.

Cormorants were effectively deterred from expanding their nesting areas beyond the

existing colonies, including onto Peninsula D; Ground nesting continues to increase and now represents 40 per cent of the entire TTP

DCCO population;Tree nesting has not significantly increased;

Colonial waterbird research continued through the work of York University; and

Public knowledge, awareness and appreciation of colonial waterbirds was improved

through targeted site interpretation by staff at various park events and formal hikes, as well as the introduction of the web camera and a viewing blind.

In 2011 the DCCO population numbered 11,374 nests on three of four peninsulas. The increase in nest numbers was mainly due to ground nesting on Peninsula B which increased 37 per cent from 2010. Overall the ground nest population has increased 351 per cent since management efforts began in 2008 and in 2011, 40 per cent of the TTP DCCO nested on the ground, therefore their nests are not affecting the tree health. In 2011 tree nesting increased by 11.5 per cent with only 48 new trees occupied by DCCO. Tree nesting appears to be levelling off, with no significant increase in 2011 and no new areas were occupied by tree nesting cormorants thereby helping to limit the further loss of forest canopy.

RATIONALEAn extremely high level of concern has been expressed regarding DCCO populations and their management. Concerns have been raised from both sides, on the one hand calling for management and the preservation of forest canopy, and on the other hand for protection of the birds and their nesting colonies. TRCA has an obligation to manage Tommy Thompson Park as directed by the Master Plan for Tommy Thompson Park as approved under the Environmental Assessment Act. To meet the intent of the Master Plan, TRCA staff feel that there is a strong rationale for undertaking a strategic approach to the management of Double-crested Cormorants at Tommy Thompson Park.

Since November 2007, TRCA has involved stakeholders and the public in assessing the need for management and developing a strategy for DCCO at TTP. Generally, throughout the process there has been agreement that some form of management is appropriate, providing that the methods are humane to cormorants and do not affect other wildlife.

To date, results from the annual population counts have shown an increase in the ground nesting colony and a leveling off in the tree nesting colonies. This suggests that the pre- and post-nesting deterrents that have taken place as part of the 2009 to 2011 Strategic Approaches have been successful in changing the nesting behaviour of DCCO. Unfortunately, since there is no control area in the colony, this hypothesis cannot be refuted or accepted. As such, TRCA has developed an adaptive 2012 Strategic Approach (Attachment 2) that will focus on monitoring and reduce the amount of active pre-nesting deterrents to help quantify the effect deterrents have on increasing the ground nesting colony. The reduction in pre-nesting deterrents within the tree nesting colony will help inform staff if deterrents are necessary to achieve continued growth in the ground nesting colony, or if ground nest enhancements are enough to achieve the continued increase.

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DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONEA suite of techniques will be utilized in an integrated and adaptive approach to achieve the goal and objectives of the 2012 Strategic Approach, which maintains the original goal and objectives from 2008. Attachement 2 provides an overview of the 2012 Strategic Approach.

Increase Public Knowledge, Awareness and AppreciationTRCA website, including images from the remote camera. Improvements will be made

to photo cataloguing and photo interpretation so the public is more informed on the status of nesting. Efforts will also be made to include video of nesting cormorants on the website;Conduct interpretive tours for school and interest groups, and at TTP special events;

Improve opportunities to view colonial waterbirds with viewing blinds and platforms;

Present information at conferences and forums; and

Participate in working groups on colonial waterbirds.

Inactive Nest RemovalRemove nests from trees on Peninsulas B and C during the winter, prior to the breeding

season.

Enhanced Ground NestingPlace simulated natural nests in ground nesting areas on Peninsulas A and B;

Deploy DCCO decoys and play auditory breeding calls to attract DCCO to ground nest

areas; andErect predator exclosures to improve ground nesting success and colony

establishment.

Pre-nesting DeterrentsThe expansion of tree nesting DCCO beyond the existing colonies on Peninsulas B and

C will be prevented. Deterrents within the core of the tree nesting colonies on Peninsula B and C will not be undertaken. DCCO will be prevented from nesting on Peninsula D;

Deterrent techniques will remain the same as 2011 and employed on an increasing

scale of activity to ensure expansion of the tree nesting area does not occur; andStaff will monitor the effects deterrent activities have on the DCCO colony as well as on

non-target species.

Post-breeding DeterrentsDeterrent activities will take place on Peninsula C and D to reduce loafing; and

Techniques will be the same as 2011 and will be employed on an increasing scale of

activity.

Monitoring, Research and ReportingUndertake annual nest census for colonial waterbirds in late May;

Conduct annual tree health surveys on Peninsulas A, B, C and D in late August;

Continue to collaborate with York University on DCCO research;

Complete annual summary report; and

Meet with Cormorant Advisory Group to review data and discuss whether changes are

required for 2013.

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FINANCIAL DETAILSFunds are available in the Tommy Thompson Park Interim Management account 210-19 in the approved 2012 budget.

Report prepared by: Ralph Toninger, extension 5366; Karen McDonald, extension 5248Emails: rtoninger@trca.on.ca; kmcdonald@trca.on.caFor information contact: Ralph Toninger extension 5366Email: rtoninger@trca.on.caDate: February 29, 2012Attachments: 2

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Attachment 12011 Strategic Approach Matrix

Peninsula A Peninsula B Peninsula C Peninsula DInactive Nest Removal (prior to 2011 breeding season)

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Enhanced Ground Nesting * *

Pre-nesting Deterrents * *

Post-breeding Deterrents * *

Restoration * * *

Attachment 22012 Proposed Strategic Approach Matrix

Peninsula A Peninsula B Peninsula C Peninsula DInactive Nest Removal (prior to 2012 breeding season)

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Enhanced Ground Nesting * *

Pre-nesting Deterrents * * *

Post-breeding Deterrents * *

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RES.#A20/12 - WATERSHED COMMITTEES MEMBERSHIP CHANGESMembership Changes to the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, the Humber Watershed Alliance and the Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition. To keep the Authority members abreast of the watershed committees' membership changes which have occurred over the last year.

Moved by: Chin LeeSeconded by: Colleen Jordan

THAT the revised membership of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, the Humber Watershed Alliance, and the Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition be approved.

CARRIEDBACKGROUNDThe Terms of Reference for the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, the Humber Watershed Alliance and the Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition, dated November 2009, were approved at Authority Meeting #9/09, held on November 27, 2009. Section 5 of the Terms of Reference sets out that the membership be reviewed on a annual basis and that any resignations or recommendations for new members be presented to the Authority for approval.

Over the normal course of the watershed committees' terms, a number of members resign and new members are brought on board.

The following tables identify the new appointments to the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, the Humber Watershed Alliance and the Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition which have been confirmed to date:

Don Watershed Regeneration Council - New Appointments

Member RepresentingSusan Sigrist York Region Environmental AllianceMargaret Casey Toronto Resident

Humber Watershed Alliance - New Appointments

Member RepresentingCouncillor Deb Schulte Regional Municipality of York

Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition - New Appointments

Member RepresentingGlen Gumulka City of Mississauga ResidentJoe Silva(Alternate to Boris Swedak)

Applewood Ratepayers Association(City of Mississauga Resident)

JR Leo(Alternate to Kim Sellers - maternity leave)

Evergreen

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The following individuals have submitted their resignations and are thanked for their contribution:

Don Watershed Regeneration CouncilDianne Ness, Toronto Resident

Gloria Marsh, York Region Environmental Alliance

Reiko Obokata, York University

Brian Bertie, TRCA

Jonathan Veale, Toronto Resident

Humber Watershed AllianceCouncillor Gino Rosati, Regional Municipality of York

Paul Gardner, City of Vaughan

Lori Capoccia, Vaughan Resident

Arshad Ali, Brampton Resident

Victoria Kramkowski-Epner, Toronto Resident

Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds CoalitionJaipaul Massey-Singh, City of Brampton Resident

Report prepared by: Lia Lappano, extension 5292Emails: llappano@trca.on.caFor Information contact: Lia Lappano, extension 5292Emails: llappano@trca.on.caDate: February 23, 2012

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RES.#A21/12 - ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD HEARINGCity of Mississauga New Official Plan (2011). Authorization to retain legal counsel at the Ontario Municipal Board on appeals to the City of Mississauga New Official Plan (2011).

Moved by: Chin LeeSeconded by: Colleen Jordan

THAT authorization be given to Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff to retain legal counsel to protect TRCA's interests before the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) regarding the City of Mississauga New Official Plan (2011);

THAT TRCA staff continue to work cooperatively with TRCA's municipal partners and the appellants to ensure TRCA's interests are implemented as part of the OMB process;

AND FURTHER THAT the OMB and all parties to the hearing be so advised.CARRIED

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BACKGROUNDOn September 22, 2011, Region of Peel Council gave partial approval to the new Mississauga Official Plan (2011) and directed Regional staff to issue a Notice of Decision. The appeal period ended on October 27, 2011. The Region of Peel received 19 appeals to the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) regarding the partially approved Mississauga Official Plan (2011). Nine of the appeals are to the entire Official Plan, and 10 appeals are site-specific.

TRCA staff were consulted and provided input to the new Official Plan. Staff is supportive of the natural heritage, natural hazard land and floodplain management policies of the Plan. Some of these proposed policies are being challenged by the appellants. In addition to having an interest to support the City in defending their Official Plan policies, which are of mutual importance to TRCA, there are two appeals that affect TRCA's policies and programs.

The Azuria Group represents 3150 Golden Orchard Dr., located at the south-west corner of Golden Orchard Dr. and Dixie Rd. The appellant is appealing the Official Plan in its entirety. The property has a special site-specific policy status under the old Official Plan that permits a third apartment building on the southerly portion of the property, which is partially located within the TRCA Regulated Area of the Etobicoke Creek Watershed. The Little Etobicoke Creek valley runs along the south of the property. The new Official Plan designates part of the property as "Natural Areas" and "Natural Hazards". The landowner is willing to withdraw the appeal if the special site-specific policy is added back in the new OP to continue to permit future development. It is within TRCA's interest to ensure that the future development on the subject lands is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement (PPS 2005) and TRCA's Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program (VSCMP) policies. Furthermore, the hazard lands, floodplain and their associated buffers should be dedicated to a public agency for long-term conservation and management. TRCA and City staff are working together to try to resolve the appellant's issues prior to the OMB hearing.

White Elm Investments Ltd. represents 1450-1458 Dundas St. E., located south of Dundas St. E. and east of Dixie Rd. The appellant is appealing the entire Official Plan and has stated concerns with several specific policies related to natural heritage, natural hazard and floodplain management policies. The subject property is located in an area that is potentially at risk to flooding and as such, the City has designated the lands "Natural Hazards" within the new Official Plan, but it is not within the TRCA Regulated Area. The appellant is concerned that specific policies and schedules in the new Official Plan may preclude their proposed vision to redevelop the lands. It is the interest of TRCA to ensure that future development on the subject lands is consistent with the PPS 2005 and TRCA's VSCMP policies.

RATIONALEA Pre-Hearing Conference meeting was held on February 17, 2012. TRCA staff attended and were granted party status. Several dates have been set by the OMB to scope issues leading up to a Second Pre-Hearing Conference in June 18, 2012. For the time being, staff level involvement will be required during the scoping process until such time that staff identify a need to engage legal counsel. TRCA staff consider TRCA's involvement to be critical in this hearing to support the City of Mississauga New Official Plan (2011) policies related to natural heritage, natural hazard lands and floodplain management, and to ensure future development on 3150 Golden Orchard Dr., and 1450-1458 Dundas St. E. are consistent with the PPS 2005 and the TRCA's VSCMP policies.

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DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONEStaff will continue to represent the interests of the TRCA during the scoping process. Should the need arise, as a result of the scoping process, TRCA staff is requesting authorization of the TRCA Authority to retain legal counsel to ensure TRCA's interests, as identified above, are protected and addressed. TRCA staff and retained legal counsel would continue to work with the parties and participants to the hearing in an attempt to resolve our issues, and to reduce legal fees to the greatest possible extent.

Report prepared by: Leilani Lee-Yates, extension 5370Emails: llee-yates@trca.on.caFor Information contact: Leilani Lee-Yates, extension 5370Emails: llee-yates@trca.on.caDate: March 15, 2012

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RES.#A22/12 - ROUGE NATIONAL URBAN PARKRatification of a Statement of Intent with Parks Canada to work towards a recommendation on the park boundaries and to take the necessary steps to establish the Rouge National Urban Park.

Moved by: Chin LeeSeconded by: Colleen Jordan

THAT the "Statement of Intent -Towards Cooperation and Collaboration in the Establishment of a National Urban Park in the Rouge Valley" be endorsed;

THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) request direction from the Ministry of Infrastructure regarding the disposition of provincial lands conveyed to TRCA in title or by management agreement for Rouge Park purposes;

THAT TRCA express its thanks to Minister Peter Kent for the support of the Government of Canada to create the National Urban Park;

THAT TRCA express its thanks to Mr. Alan Wells, Chair of the Rouge Park Alliance for his leadership in pursuit of the resolution of the governance and funding solutions for the Rouge Park;

AND FURTHER THAT TRCA continue to offer its assistance to Parks Canada regarding the transition period and provision of other services to Parks Canada after the National Urban Park is established.

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BACKGROUNDAt Authority Meeting #2/10, held on March 26, 2010, Resolution #A33/10 was approved. The clauses of the resolution are repeated below, along with a brief summary of progress on each respective component of the resolution. Members of the Authority may wish to look at the full report on the web site for a more detailed background of the events leading up to the request to the federal government.

THAT the Chair and Members of the Rouge Park Alliance be advised that Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) supports the following in response to the recommendations of the "Governance, Organization and Finance Review of Rouge Park Alliance, February 2010":

the creation of a Rouge Federal Park on the lands shown as areas 1, 2 and 3 on

Schedule A attached;the development of the terms of a "Founding Deal", including, but not limited to the

elements of such a deal as shown in Schedule B attached;discussions wtih the Alliance to engage the federal and provincial governments in the

creation of the proposed federal park governance structure and creation of a joint interpretive/educational centre for Rouge Park;

In June 2011, the Speech from the Throne set the direction for the Government of Canada to establish a national urban park in the Rouge Valley. Other announcements by Minister Kent, combined with initiatives by Parks Canada to host a visioning session and lead the preparation of the Statement of Intent, confirm that the national urban park is beginning to take shape. It is anticipated that the federal budget to be released on March 29, 2012 will contain provisions that will advance the process to create the national urban park. By requesting the endorsement of the Statement of Intent by the public agencies that own the land comprising the existing park, Parks Canada is seeking to ensure that the lands required for the park will be available for transfer at an appropriate time in the future.

THAT TRCA advise the Rouge Park Alliance that TRCA is prepared to serve as the "Interim Transition Entity", as proposed in the Elements of a Founding Deal;

It will take some years to create the national urban park including the time required to prepare and authorize a specific Act. Parks Canada may need some assistance during that period to continue planning, development , programming and lease management within the park. TRCA has expressed an interest in providing such assistance provided that cost recovery can be achieved. It is anticipated that these discussions can be advanced after the federal budget has been released. Given that the Province of Ontario has announced its decision to end involvement in the Rouge Park Alliance at the end of July 2012, other provisions for the management, coordination and priorization of activities in the park will need to be made.

THAT staff, in conjunction with the Chair of the Rouge Park Alliance, continue to pursue an appropriate form of tenure in the remaining provincial lands that have been identified as part of the Rouge Park;

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In the fall of 2011, the Province of Ontario confirmed its intention to transfer the east Markham lands to TRCA , under a management agreement, thereby confirming that these lands will also be available for inclusion within the national urban park. As some of the lands remain in the title of the Province of Ontario, and many of the lands in TRCA's title came from the province, with a condition that they be held for Rouge Park purposes, the Province of Ontario is a major participant in the ongoing discussions with Parks Canada and will need to give TRCA instructions on the process TRCA is to follow in making the lands available to Parks Canada.

THAT, if requested by the City of Toronto, staff be directed to explore the feasibility of TRCA assuming the operation of the Glen Rouge Campground;

TRCA assumed management of the campground at the beginning of the 2011 season and it operated successfully. Presumably, TRCA will continue to operate the campground for the 2012 season and staff is preparing to do so.

THAT staff be directed to pursue funding for the capital development of elements of the Park, as approved by the Rouge Park Alliance and the respective municipalities, through TRCA's budget process and other funding opportunities;

Substantial additional investment was secured through York Region as part of the environmental enhancements required as a condition of approval for the south-east collector for the York Durham sewer expansion project. This funding has enabled trail, bridge and habitat projects. It is anticipated that about $3.5 million will be available from the Region of York over 3 years.

THAT staff be directed to update the existing Memorandum of Understanding between the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR), Rouge Park Alliance and TRCA to provide for the continued land assembly, planning, development and operation of the Park, while the negotiations with the governments continue;

Given the decision by the Province of Ontario, as noted above, to withdraw from the Alliance as of July 31,2012, the MOU will be terminated. TRCA will now be dealing directly with Parks Canada and the other participants in the "Landholders Table" , in an effort to coordinate planning and implementation priorities while the development of the national urban park progresses. TRCA staff will endeavour to keep development of the park progressing, and manage the various leases in the park, while the negotiations for the national urban park continue.

AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to continue to participate in discussions with the Chair of the Rouge Park Alliance and representatives of the Town of Markham to respond to the report of the Rouge Park Implementation Task Force, and in particular to develop a strategy for the protection and restoration of heritage structures within the Park.

Protection of heritage structures within the park continues to be a challenge and will be the subject of further negotiations among the parties. In the interim, TRCA seeks to secure and maintain important structures within the limits of available funding. The Town of Markham has offered some financial support for maintenance of two critical structures.

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RATIONALEThe request by Parks Canada for execution of the Statement of Intent is an encouraging step forward in the creation of the Rouge National Urban Park. Parks Canada needs to know that the various owners of public lands that comprise the park are prepared to make the lands available. Parks Canada is well aware that there are many issues to be resolved, and questions to be answered, before the actual conveyance of lands can take place. Parks Canada has provided an overview of the process to be followed (Attachment 2) and has already begun to demonstrate its commitment to an inclusive process of consultation.

Some of the major questions from TRCA's perspective are as follows:What are the exact boundaries of the park?

What is the plan for the park?

What is the process for community involvement in planning, implementation and operation?

What, if any, is the ongoing role of TRCA within the Park,on behalf of Parks Canada?

How will the Park interface with TRCA's other policy and program interests within the Rouge

Watershed?What is the investment that the federal government intends to bring to the Park in terms of

additional lands, capital and operating funding allocations?How will TRCA's many existing tenants be engaged and supported through the process of

development of the park?How will agriculture be encouraged to continue in the park and what forms will it take?

How will the deterioration of heritage structures in the park be reversed?

How will the momentum of park development and programming be maintained during the

process of development of the new Act and establishment of Parks Canada staffing within the park?What are the expectations, if any, for ongoing financial contributions by the province of

Ontario, the municipalities, the TRCA and other participants who have brought the park to the present situation?What impact will there be on TRCA's existing staff resources, both directly in the planning

and programming of the park, and indirectly in many of the park infrastructure development and regeneration activities?Will there be private fundraising objectives that might compete with the TRCA's " Living City

Foundation"?What will be the role of the Toronto Zoo as a major attraction adjacent to the Park? (Parks

Canada has advised that there will be bilateral discussions with the City of Toronto and Toronto Zoo).How will TRCA's Port Union waterfront project, scheduled for completion later this year,

serve as one of the "front doors" to the park and what are the implications for ownership and maintenance responsiblity?How will the recently completed trails master plan be incorporated into the ongoing parks

planning process and similarly, what will be the process to integrate the original plan for the Rouge Park, south of Steeles, the Rouge North Management Plan,the Bob Hunter Memorial Park Plan and the plan for the East Markham lands into a consolidated plan for the national urban park?As the existing Rouge Park Alliance winds down at the end of July, 2012, what type of

transitional governance structure will be required, if any, and what might the role of TRCA be as the host for such a structure?

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Preliminary discussions with Parks Canada on these and many other questions and issues have begun, but in the absence of a further direction and budget allocations to Parks Canada, it is not possible to resolve them at this time. Optimistically, the federal budget scheduled for delivery on March 29,2012, will provide more direction.

Report prepared by: Brian Denney, 416-667-6290Emails: bdenney@trca.on.caFor Information contact: Brian Denney, 416-667-6290Emails: bdenney@trca.on.caDate: January 24, 2012Attachments: 2

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RES.#A23/12 - AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTSMentoring to Placement for Environmental Professionals Program (M2P). The Mentoring to Placement Program audited financial statements and Management letter for the period April 1, 2011 to November 30, 2011 are presented for Authority approval.

Moved by: Chin LeeSeconded by: Colleen Jordan

THAT the Mentoring to Placement Program audited financial statements and management letter, as presented, be approved, signed by the Chair and Secretary-Treasurer of Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA), in accordance with the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration Bridging Projects - Project Audit Guidelines.

CARRIEDBACKGROUNDFunded by the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration (MCI), since 2009 Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) has been delivering the Mentoring to Placement to assist internationally trained environmental professionals to access training and employment opportunities in their field. As part of its project audit guidelines, MCI requires Authority approval of the M2P financial statements and management letter, as attached, as verification that the financial information in the audit report is complete and accurate.

The accounting firm of Grant Thornton LLP, has completed its audit.

RATIONALEThe approval of the Statement of Revenue and Expenditures attests to the following:

Project funding has been solely applied to costs directly related to the Project;

Deferred revenue refers to receipt of cash in advance of rendering a good or service and

while initially recorded as cash coming in, is also a liability because the organization has an obligation;Funding and/or expenditures from other sources, not directly related to this project, have

not been included in the report;Reported expenditure is net of HST rebates;

Shared costs have been properly apportioned to the Project;

The Project bears full responsibility for absorbing any project deficits;

Project funds that were provided to the Project prior to their immediate need were

maintained in an interest-bearing account; andInterest earned on Project funding has been credited to the Project.

The Authority is responsible for ensuring that management fulfills its responsibilities for financial reporting and is ultimately responsible for reviewing and approving the financial statements. The attached management letter confirms that management and the Authority have fulfilled their responsibilities, as determined in the transfer payment agreement dated May 13, 2009.

For Information contact: Marisa Iorfida-Sdao, extension 5582;Rocco Sgambelluri, extension 5232

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Dear Ms. Pemberton:

This management representation letter is provided in connection with our audited financial statements of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority’s (TRCA) Mentoring to Placement Program (M2P) for the year ended November 30, 2011. The financial statements of the TRCA’s Mentoring to Placement Program are the responsibility of management and have been approved by the Authority, the board of TRCA.

The financial statements have been prepared by management in accordance with Canadian Generally Accepted Accounting Policies. Management has determined that its choice of accounting policies supporting the amounts presented on the financial statements, are presented fairly, in all material respects.

TRCA maintains systems of internal accounting and administrative controls of high quality. Such systems are designed to provide reasonable assurance that the financial information is relevant, reliable and accurate and that TRCA’s operations are appropriately accounted for and assets are adequately safeguarded.

All transactions have been recorded in the accounting records and are reflected in the financial statements. All liabilities have been reviewed by management in consultation with its external auditor Grant Thornton LLP. There are no material liabilities or contingencies as at the date of this report.

Significant assumptions used by management in making accounting estimates, including those measured at fair value, are reasonable and approved by the Authority.

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The effects of uncorrected misstatements are immaterial, both individually and in the aggregate, to the financial statements as a whole.

This letter confirms that management and the Authority have provided: access to all information to the external auditors of which they were aware of that is relevant to the preparation of the financial statements, such as records, documentation and other matters; additional information that was requested by the external auditors for the purpose of the audit, and provided unrestricted access to persons within the entity who would be determined necessary to provide audit evidence.

The Authority is responsible for ensuring that management fulfills its responsibilities for financial reporting and is ultimately responsible for reviewing and approving the financial statements. This letter confirms that management and the Authority have fulfilled their responsibilities, as determined in the transfer payment agreement dated May 13, 2009.

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RES.#A24/12 - GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE ONTARIO COALITION Progress Update. Green Infrastructure Ontario Coalition, founded in 2009 by TRCA and partners, takes its case for green infrastructure to Queen's Park in March 2012.

Moved by: Chin LeeSeconded by: Colleen Jordan

WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) objectives for Healthy Rivers and Shorelines, Regional Biodiversity and Sustainable Communities are dependent on a system of natural spaces, stream corridors and green infrastructure;

AND WHEREAS green infrastructure includes natural vegetation and vegetative technologies in urban and rural settings;

AND WHEREAS TRCA has played an important role in the formation and development of the Green Infrastructure Ontario Coalition;

AND WHEREAS the Green Infrastructure Ontario Coalition has produced a report entitled "Health, Prosperity and Sustainability: The Case for Green infrastructure in Ontario" which advocates for provincial government investment and policy for green infrastructure;

THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA staff continue participating on the Green Infrastructure Ontario Coalition steering committee and with staff support to further explore and advocate for the legislative and policy protection for green infrastructure in Ontario;

AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Authority with progress as this initiative continues.

CARRIEDBACKGROUNDAt Authority Meeting #8/09, held on October 23, 2009, Resolution #A177/09 was approved, in part, as follows:

...THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA staff be authorized to participate on the Green Infrastructure Ontario Coalition Steering Committee to explore the issues of legislative and policy protection for green infrastructure in Ontario;

AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to the Authority with progress on this initiative.

In 2009, TRCA was approached by an emerging coalition of industry groups and nongovernmental organizations to participate in defining the need for, and further developing, a proposal to the Province of Ontario for enhanced recognition and protection of green infrastructure. The Green Infrastructure Ontario Coalition is a non-incorporated coalition of industry groups, nongovernmental organizations, academic institutions, educators, citizens, companies and local governments. Key partners include: Green Roofs for Healthy Cities – North America Inc., Local Enhancement & Appreciation of Forests (LEAF), Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association, Ontario Parks Association, Evergreen and Ontario Association of Landscape Architects (OALA).

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The mission of this group is to develop a provincial vision and associated policy recommendations to create green jobs, clean the air and water, conserve energy, improve overall health and well-being, and increase access to local food in our urban areas through significant investment in and protection of green infrastructure. Typically, the definition of ‘infrastructure’ is constructed pipes, treatment plants and roads. There is growing recognition that this traditional infrastructure is supported by green infrastructure. The Green Infrastructure Coalition seeks to expand the definition of infrastructure in Ontario to include green infrastructure - natural vegetation and vegetative technologies in urban settings such as: urban forests, greenroofs, green walls, greenspaces like turf and manicured areas, rain gardens and bioswales, community gardens, natural and engineered wetlands, stormwater ponds as well as permeable surfaces and soil that supports the vegetation. In urban landscapes, abundant, well supported and maintained green infrastructure is critical to securing ecosystem services needed for sustainable communities, an important component of the TRCA Living City Vision.

As of March 2012, representatives from seven organizations make-up the steering committee and more than 80 additional groups and companies have joined as coalition members. Workshops have been delivered in five communities across the province engaged 216 people, and an on-line survey of professionals was completed by another 200. This consultation was paired with an extensive literature review and legislative and policy scan to create a report entitled "Health, Prosperity and Sustainability: The Case for Green infrastructure in Ontario". TRCA has been pivotal in this success and has the expertise to continue our substantial role in the leadership of this coalition and movement.

A program evaluation conducted by an external consultant in early 2012 demonstrates that the Green Infrastructure Ontario Coalition is well-respected by professionals in related sectors, who view its continued existence as a necessity for the Province of Ontario.

Substantial in-kind contributions were made by TRCA in 2010, 2011 and early 2012 including senior staff time on the steering committee and additional staff time spent volunteering at events and reviewing a draft report.

RATIONALEOntario has made some important progress towards a more sustainable energy industry with the Green Energy Act. Hundreds of millions of dollars in infrastructure investment decisions are being made to strengthen Ontario’s economy and prepare for future challenges. As it currently stands however, very little public investment and policy change is being directed towards green infrastructure at the provincial level. The coalition has invited a number of organizations to contribute to the development of a vision and scope to address real and perceived challenges for green infrastructure in the province. There is a growing recognition that green infrastructure not only performs many of the functions of gray infrastructure, it also complements it by extending the serviceable life of pavement and other built infrastructure. Moreover, green infrastructure provide numerous additional social, economic and environmental benefits. All of these benefits have been well established through research and are consistent with the mandate and The Living City Vision of TRCA.

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The Recent report produced by the Green Infrastructure Coalition entitled "Health, Prosperity and Sustainability: The Case for Green infrastructure in Ontario" provides a compelling rational for increased support for green infrastructure.This report provides six important recommendations as follows:

Change the government definition of public infrastructure to incorporate green 1.infrastructure;Fund green infrastructure projects through various mechanisms including fees, 2.incentives and government support;Capture opportunities to incorporate green infrastructure into existing legislation, 3.policy and programs; Improve intergovernmental coordination and cooperation regarding green 4.infrastructure; Assemble a group of experts to gather information on existing research and 5.programs, and create a comprehensive plan to eliminate barriers and develop provincial targets for green infrastructure; and Establish a research and development fund to support green infrastructure planning, 6.evaluation and implementation activities

The coalition fills an important gap by helping to promote provincial government support for local action and investment in green infrastructure. TRCA is well situated to continue to play an important role in the coalition. There are numerous synergy's between the findings of the coalition report and many existing TRCA programs including low impact development, natural systems planning and urban forest studies. TRCA's expertise in green infrastructure and sustainable city building and strong leadership skills are critical to the success of the coalition. Together we are moving towards a common goal: livable and sustainable communities.

DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONEThe coalition will spend much of the coming year promoting the report and moving the recommendations forward. This should provide excellent opportunities for collaboration as TRCA continues to advance its own green infrastructure initiatives including promotion of low impact development, sustainable neighbourhood retrofit action plans, sustainable technology evaluations and natural system and urban forest planning.

The coalition will also be focusing on government relations, coalition-building and member engagement. Monthly e-updates, presentations and workshops will be delivered. In addition, the committee and staff person will develop a strong governance model as well as plans for sustainability and member engagement. The program evaluation conducted by an external consultant as part of the coalition's agreement with Ontario Trillium Foundation, will help guide our work.

FINANCIAL DETAILSThe coalition was successful in securing a grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation to support activities in 2010 and 2011. The Trillium funding has been spent and the coalition is now relying on supplementary funding ($3,000 each) from steering committee members. TRCA will continue to provide funds and/or in-kind services to the coalition.

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Report prepared by: Colleen Cirillo, extension 5338 Emails: ccirillo@trca.on.caFor Information contact: Deb Martin-Downs, extension 5706Emails: dmartin-downs@trca.on.caDate: March 19, 2012

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RES.#A25/12 - INLAND FILLHumber Watershed Clean Topsoil Placement Projects. Recommends approval to place clean topsoil on TRCA-owned tablelands located at three locations within the Humber Rive watershed.

Moved by: Mike MattosSeconded by: Jim Tovey

THAT approval be granted for placement of clean topsoil on Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA)-owned tablelands at three locations in the Humber Watershed as identified as sites 1, 2 and 3 in this report dated March 2, 2012, for purposes of creating sound and visual attenuation landforms, enhancing wetland interpretive habitat features and restoring forest cover;

THAT the placement of clean topsoil be subject to all required municipal, regional and provincial approvals and appropriate consultation with the local communities;

THAT the funds received as compensation for receiving the clean topsoil be allocated to offset project costs, for future restoration and habitat enhancements within the property and for general TRCA purposes;

AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the action necessary to implement the clean topsoil placement projects including obtaining needed approvals and the signing and execution of documents.

CARRIEDBACKGROUNDTRCA staff has identified three (3) distinct parcels of tableland that will be enhanced by importing and strategically placing clean surplus topsoil. Each location allows unique opportunities to enhance existing conditions in terms of one or more of the following: visual and sound screening, habitat enhancement or reforestation.

TRCA staff is working to complete detailed construction implementation design drawings showing how each site will be enhanced by placing locally available clean surplus topsoil. TRCA staff have been informed that multiple sources of clean surplus topsoil will be available this spring to complete the regeneration objectives in a timely manner and generate the necessary revenue to offset project costs and future costs associated with the restoration of the site. TRCA will implement a fill quality control program to ensure and confirm that all topsoil placed on TRCA-owned property meets Ministry of Environment Residential Parkland criteria.

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Upon completion of the fill placement and grading phase of the projects and subject to available revenues, TRCA staff will implement naturalization and regeneration plantings as part of an overall restoration plan. Staff view these functions as assets to the future protection of the tablelands and its restored habitats.

TRCA archaeology staff will complete an assessment and provide clearance requirements for each site. Final design configuration for fill placement will be subject to the findings of a scheduled archaeological assessment and any recommendations to protect important cultural heritage assets. In addition, public input via local advisory committee’s will be taken into consideration prior to project implementation. Site 1The table land site is located within Claireville Conservation Area, on the west side of McVean Drive, north of Ebenezer Road in the City of Brampton. TRCA is currently working to refine a design for a 3 metre high linear berm to create a physical and visual boundary between the Claireville urban agriculture tract which will be the future site for the expansion of the Farm Start McVean Incubator Farm and the adjacent urban developments. The berm project has been presented at meetings of the Claireville subcommittee of the Humber Watershed Alliance and members were given the opportunity to review and comment on the berm design who supported the berm project as a means to keep intrusion away from the farm project. Additionally, staff and the Claireville subcommittee advisory committee will have an opportunity to review and comment on the detailed design drawings for the site. The structure will require approximately 40,000 cubic metres of topsoil.

Site 2The site is located along the western edge of Claireville, south of Queen Street. The site is approximately 8 hectares of open table land above the West Humber River. The site is dominated by non-native grasses, with some exotic, invasive shrubs and a few scattered tree saplings (<10%). The site is poorly drained clay soil (Peel Series).

A successful reforestation project in conjunction with topsoil placement along the western edge of Claireville Conservation Area, immediately adjacent to the industrial area along Deerhurst Drive, has a variety of potential benefits:

establishing a visual barrier and a buffer between the conservation area and heavy industry

to the west, reducing noise, dust and pollutants entering the park;

establishing a significant forest patch which would augment an existing forest stand and

improve forest connectivity.

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A topsoil placement project would represent an opportunity to address some of the reforestation challenges of this area. The site’s heavy clay soils and poor drainage contribute to poor tree survival and growth. This could be amended through the addition of at least 1.5 to 2 m of good quality fill with a composition and texture that will remain well or moderately-well drained. Also, addition of this amount of fill would eliminate the existing grass and shrub competition. Vegetation would still need to be managed for successful reforestation. However, competition control would be simplified: exposed soil would provide an opportunity for successful establishment of a desirable cover crop; and competing vegetation would initially consist primarily of annuals and not be well-established, improving management options and the likelihood of their success. Improved soil conditions and decreased competition would increase seedling growth rates, important in successfully establishing tree cover and initiating the transition to a closed canopy forest.

Staff anticipates the site could accommodate between 80,000 and 120,000 cubic metres of topsoil. Staff will need to negotiate an access agreement with a private landowner currently occupying land between Deerhurst Drive and TRCA property.

Site 3The 1.8 hectare open table land site is located on the east side of Cold Creek Road, 1.3 km north of Kirby Road in the community of Nashville, City of Vaughan.

The attached concept design illustrates how the existing table lands will be enhanced by importing and strategically placing clean surplus soil. It is the opinion of staff that this is an opportunity to create wetland and interpretive opportunities while creating the foundation for diverse habitat and public features. Upon completion of the fill placement and grading phase of the project and subject to available revenues, TRCA staff will complete site trails, plantings and associated landscaping as shown on the attached layout plan. It is anticipated that the design will accommodate approximately 60,000 cubic metres of topsoil.

RATIONALETRCA staff has completed similar projects with considerable success. Examples of these successful projects include: Kleinburg New Forest North (Hwy 27 & Islington Ave), the berm on Kortright Centre for Conservation tablelands off Pine Valley Drive; Boyd North Pit rehabilitation off Rutherford Road; berming along Intermodal Drive and Highway 407 within Claireville Conservation Area; the berming along the new Markham By-Pass east of Ninth Line; and, berming and wetland complex development at Boyd North (along Islington Avenue north of Rutherford Road).

Staff see this regeneration work as a benefit to all involved as the surplus fill along with the financial compensation will allow for the creation of habitat opportunities and public features on the property.

DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONESubject to Authority approval, regional and municipal approvals, archaeology clearance, Ministry of Natural Resources Species at Risk Screening and public consultation, TRCA staff will undertake the process of requesting proposals from qualified contractors to supply and place the clean topsoil and complete the projects.

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FINANCIAL DETAILSThe funds received as compensation for placement of the clean topsoil will be allocated to offset project costs, for future restoration and habitat enhancements within the property and for general TRCA purposes.

Report prepared by: David Hatton, extension 5365 Email: dhatton@trca.on.caFor Information contact: David Hatton, extension 5365 Email: dhatton@trca.on.caDate: March 2, 2012Attachments: 3

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RES.#A26/12 - GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River WatershedMaria Pandolfo, Yolanda Pandolfo, Cathy Campione, Laura Pandolfo and Guiseppe Pandolfo. Donation of land located west of Pine Valley Drive, north of Major Mackenzie Drive, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, under the "Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2010-2015", Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River watershed.

Moved by: Chin LeeSeconded by: Colleen Jordan

THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) accept the donation from Maria Pandolfo, Yolanda Pandolfo, Cathy Campione, Laura Pandolfo and Guiseppe Pandolfo of 13.4 hectares, (33.2 acres), more or less, consisting of an irregular shaped parcel of vacant, ecologically sensitive land being Part of Lots 23 and 24, Concession 7, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, (rear of 10390 Pine Valley Drive);

THAT an income tax receipt is to be made available to Maria Pandolfo, Yolanda Pandolfo, Cathy Campione, Laura Pandolfo and Guiseppe Pandolfo for the appraised value of the donated lands in accordance with the guidelines set out by the Canada Revenue Agency;

THAT TRCA be responsible for its own costs associated with completion of this transaction;

THAT arrangements be made for the management and protection of the archaeological site located on the property to the satisfaction of TRCA staff;

THAT TRCA receive conveyance of the lands free from encumbrance subject to existing service easements;

THAT TRCA extend its appreciation and thanks to Maria Pandolfo, Yolanda Pandolfo, Cathy Campione, Laura Pandolfo and Guiseppe Pandolfo for their generous donation;

THAT TRCA grant a conservation easement to the Oak Ridges Moraine Land Trust;

THAT Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs and disbursements are to be paid;

AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the action necessary to complete the transaction including obtaining any needed approvals and the signing and execution of documents.

CARRIEDBACKGROUNDResolution #A94/10 at Authority Meeting #5/10, held on June 25, 2010, approved the Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2011-2015.

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The property municipally known as 10390 Pine Valley Drive has been owned by the Pandolfo family since 1980. The property is 28 hectares (70 acres) in size and the Pandolfos have decided to generously donate the rear 13.4 hectares (33.2 acres) to TRCA. The remainder of the property will be subject to a future residential development.

Approximately 77% of the donated property is forested with the remainder being naturally regenerating old farm field. Located in this former farm field is an archaeological site known as the Skandatut Site (AIGv-193). This site is located on the top of a large knoll. The knoll is completely surrounded by steep slopes with the top of the knoll being approximately 4 hectares in size. This site has been identified as a large First Nations village site dating to ca. 1580 to 1615 A.D. and is thought to be one of the last Huron-Wendat sites in this area prior to their migration to Huronia.

In consultation with TRCA staff, the Oak Ridges Moraine Land Trust has conducted negotiations with the property owners and their solicitor Justin Mooney of Davis LLP, Barristers and Solicitors. As a result, the owners have signed a Donation Agreement with TRCA. The Oak Ridges Moraine Land Trust has requested a conservation easement in their favour registered on title.

When the appraisal process is completed pursuant to the Ecological Gift Program, TRCA will issue the ecological gift receipt for 100% value of the donation to Maria Pandolfo, Yolanda Pandolfo, Cathy Campione, Laura Pandolfo and Guiseppe Pandolfo.

Attached is a plan which shows the location of the subject lands.

RATIONALEThe subject property contains the valley corridor of Cold Creek which is a tributary of the Humber River and located in the East Humber sub-watershed. A portion of the property is designated as the Sprengel's Area Environmentally Significant Area and is located within TRCA’s Target Terrestrial Natural Heritage System. The subject property is also located adjacent to the Glassco Park property which is owned by the Ontario Heritage Trust and managed by TRCA.

DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONEThe necessary application to Environment Canada for designation of the property as Ecological Sensitive must be submitted. An appraisal of the donated lands must be completed and submitted to Environment Canada for approval in compliance with the Ecological Gifts Program.

TRCA staff will work with Pandolfo, Huron-Wendat and the City of Vaughan to develop a plan for the protection and management of the archaeological site located on the property.

TAXES AND MAINTENANCEBased on TRCA's preliminary review of the environmental criteria for lands that are eligible to receive a property tax exemption under the provincial Conservation Land Tax Incentive Program, it would appear that a portion of the subject property would be eligible for exemption for the 2013 taxation year. The addition of the subject parcel of land will not significantly impact TRCA's maintenance costs at this location.

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FINANCIAL DETAILSFunds for the costs related to this purchase are available in the TRCA land acquisition capital account.

Report prepared by: Mike Fenning, extension 5223Emails: mfenning@trca.on.caFor Information contact: Mike Fenning, extension 5223Emails: fenning@trca.on.caDate: March 16, 2012Attachments: 1

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RES.#A27/12 - TORONTO URBAN FARM AT BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGEApproval to enter into a lease agreement with Everdale Organic Farm and Environmental Learning Centre for the purpose of establishing the Toronto Urban Farm that will develop a locally based, ecologically sustainable and economically viable agricultural enterprise on Toronto and Region Conservation Authority land at Black Creek Pioneer Village.

Moved by: Chin LeeSeconded by: Colleen Jordan

THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) enter into a lease agreement with Everdale Organic Farm and Environmental Learning Centre for approximately eight acres of land and farm house (Braeburn House) located at Black Creek Pioneer Village, City of Toronto;

THAT the term of the lease agreement not exceed five years with the option of renewal;

THAT the agreement be on terms and conditions satisfactory to TRCA solicitors and staff;

AND FURTHER THAT the authorized TRCA officials be directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and signing and execution of any documents.

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BACKGROUNDThe concept of the Toronto Urban Farm at Black Creek Pioneer Village (BCPV) was developed in 2002. Shortly thereafter, TRCA requested support from the City of Toronto Parks, Forestry and Recreation Department to realize the concept. In 2004, TRCA and the City of Toronto formed a memorandum of management for eight acres of land located at the southeast corner of Jane Street and Steeles Avenue, in the City of Toronto (Attachment 1). The City was given management responsibility over this parcel of TRCA-owned land for the establishment of an organic urban farm.

Since 2004, the Toronto Urban Farm at BCPV has contributed to the local food system in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). The Toronto Urban Farm has also been successful in promoting social equity and food security in one of Toronto's most vulnerable communities by:

Engaging over 100 youth and community members in urban organic farming;

Providing skills and leadership development opportunities;

Fostering greater interaction among community members;

Providing jobs and meaningful work for the local community; and

Providing increased opportunities for access to fresh and healthy foods.

In 2010 and 2011, to help TRCA meet its 40 percent local food procurement target for its facilities, the Toronto Urban Farm supplied fresh produce to BCPV Food Services which was used in the meals served to visitors.

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In 2011, as part of the City of Toronto’s 2012 operating budget process, it was recommended by City Council that the Toronto Urban Farm no longer be funded by the City of Toronto, and that the eight acre site, including Braeburn House, a heritage house located on site, formally be turned back to TRCA for future management. The farm and house were officially turned back to TRCA December 31, 2011.

Request for ProposalsThe Toronto Urban Farm provides an excellent opportunity for TRCA to demonstrate its commitment to developing sustainable communities through growing local food and community engagement. In search of a new agricultural partnership, TRCA issued a Request for Proposals on January 10, 2012 to lease the farm house and eight acres of land at BCPV. The Request for Proposals closed on January 27th, 2012. It was circulated to approximately 150 agricultural and food related organizations/individuals and was advertised in the North York Mirror and Vaughan Citizen between these dates. A total of five proposals were received. In addition, two expressions of interest were received but not considered due to the fact they did not meet the submission deadline.

The following organizations submitted a proposal for establishing a farm operation at the Toronto Urban Farm:

Summerhill Group1.Rosenkrantz Sustainable Agriculture2.The Greenhouse Eatery3.Everdale Environmental Learning Centre4.The Fresh Veggies5.

Evaluation CriteriaTRCA staff have evaluated each proposal based on five main criteria listed below:

Promote social equity, health and food security in the Jane and Finch community by

providing opportunities for increased accessibility to fresh, healthy and affordable foods; Creating jobs and meaningful work for the local community;

Provide education, skill development, training and leadership opportunities;

Help TRCA meet its local food procurement targets by providing fresh produce to BCPV

and other TRCA food services; andBuild connections between the community and TRCA programs and facilities.

RATIONALEOf the five proposals received, representatives from three of the short-listed proposals were interviewed. TRCA staff recommends that Everdale Organic Farm and Environmental Learning Centre, a registered non-profit charitable coporation, be selected to further negotiate a lease agreement for the use of land and farm house at BCPV. Everdale Organic Farm and Learning Centre is a teaching farm located in Hillsburg, Ontario that provides hands-on, solution-based food and farming education to build and engage healthy local communities. Everdale will also investigate options to make approximately one acre at the Toronto Urban Farm accessible for garden use by the community.

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Strengths of this partnership are summarized below:

Everdale's 10 year track record of delivering organic farming and successful educational

programming related to farming and local food;Everdale's existing working relationship with TRCA which dates back to the development of

a Feasibility Study for The Living City Farm at Kortright and the development of TRCA's Sustainable Near-Urban Agriculture Policy;Everdale's strong commitment to delivering TRCA's objectives (identified above); and

Strength of proposed partnerships: Everdale is committed to working with various high

profile organizations which will work together to add value to the farm project. The following is a list of proposed partners and their contributions towards the Toronto Urban Farm:

FoodShare: to offer programming that enhances community access to healthy local food.

York University: to develop an urban farming internship that could carry university credit and conduct research and assist with project monitoring.

Ryerson University: to develop an urban farming internship that could carry university credit and help organize design charrettes.

Housing Services Corp: to establish a centralized urban agriculture hub for the social housing community at the Toronto Urban Farm and utilize the farm to launch food related enterprises, leveraging existing programs in the low income community.

Fresh City Farms: to increase production capacity at the Toronto Urban Farm and provide training opportunities for new farmers.

African Food Basket: to increase education and production capacity at the Toronto Urban Farm and improve community access to affordable, culturally appropriate and healthy food.

DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONENegotiate a lease agreement with Everdale Organic Farm and Learning Centre;

Develop a long term action/vision plan for the farm once a lease agreement has been

negotiated;Organize an end of season harvest event;

Develop a food procurement strategy for BCPV Food Services; and

Pilot a Farmers' Market at BCPV for this season.

FINANCIAL DETAILSThe proponent is expected to finance the operation. TRCA will provide in-kind services related to project planning, marketing and promotion.

Report prepared by: Sonia Dhir, extension 5291 Emails: sdhir@trca.on.caFor Information contact: Gary Wilkins, extension 5291 Emails: gwilkins@trca.on.caDate: March 19, 2012Attachments:1

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RES.#A28/12 - WEST NILE VIRUS PROGRAMAnnual Report - West Nile Virus Vector Mosquito Larval Monitoring and Surveillance - 2011. Summary of the 2011 West Nile Virus Monitoring and Surveillance program and receipt of the annual report 'West Nile Virus Vector Mosquito Larval Monitoring and Surveillance - 2011'.

Moved by: Mike MattosSeconded by: Chin Lee

THAT the annual report 'West Nile Virus Vector Mosquito Larval Monitoring and Surveillance - 2011' be received;

THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff be directed to circulate the annual report to the public health units of the regional municipalities of Peel, Durham, York and the City of Toronto;

THAT TRCA staff be directed to continue to participate in the Regional West Nile Virus Advisory Committees for Peel, Durham, York and the City of Toronto;

AND FURTHER THAT TRCA staff be directed to continue West Nile virus larval mosquito monitoring in wetlands and stormwater management ponds on TRCA-owned land during the 2012 summer season.

CARRIEDBACKGROUNDWest Nile virus (WNV) is a seasonal disease known in Canada since 2001. Two key mosquito species, Culex pipiens and Culex restuans, are the primary species responsible for spreading the disease to humans in Ontario. The level of WNV activity and risk of exposure depends on the number of infected bird hosts and WNV positive pools of vector mosquitoes in a given year. It is difficult to predict the vector mosquito activity for a given year since their population dynamics change from year to year, vary across jurisdictions and are influenced by a number of environmental factors. WNV management is focused on prevention and control and is collectively undertaken by the provincial, regional and municipal health agencies in Ontario.

As a major owner of natural lands, including substantial wetland areas, the TRCA has had an interest in the WNV issue. As a measure of due diligence and at the request of regional health units, TRCA has been monitoring larval mosquito populations in TRCA's natural wetlands and selected stormwater management ponds (SWMPs) since 2003. The objective of the monitoring has been to identify preferred breeding sites of the two key mosquito species, estimate the level of risk, and reduce human exposure to WNV by taking appropriate measures like housekeeping activities (grading small depressions, garbage removal) and larviciding, if necessary. TRCA's WNV program activities include public education and outreach activities, collaborating with the regional health units and conducting mosquito larval surveillance on TRCA-owned lands. The data collected over the years has been beneficial in guiding management decisions related to wetland protection and creation, land management planning and has assisted the public health agencies with their public education and outreach campaigns.

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At Authority Meeting #4/11, held on April 29, 2011,Resolution #A71/11 was approved, in part, as follows:

THAT the Annual Report on West Nile Virus Vector Monitoring and Surveillance in Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) wetlands and stormwater management ponds in 2010 be received;...

...AND FURTHER THAT TRCA staff be directed to continue West Nile Virus (WNV) vector larval mosquito monitoring in wetlands and stormwater management ponds on TRCA owned land during the 2011 summer season.

As per the Authority Resolution, the WNV surveillance and monitoring activities were again implemented in 2011. The following summarizes these activities and results:

Summary of WNV Program Activities for 2011TRCA's WNV program continued to implement its three-pronged approach including public

education and outreach, collaboration with public health units, and larval monitoring and surveillance on TRCA properties.

Public education and outreach activities in 2011 focused on updating and distribution of

WNV related information and addressing public and staff inquires on WNV and standing water complaints. TRCA received a total of 10 standing water complaints in 2011, of which 7 were associated with TRCA properties. The complaint sites associated with TRCA properties were investigated and monitored throughout the field season, however, none of these sites required larvicide treatment.

Collaborations with regional health units required TRCA staff to attend regional health WNV

committee meetings, share collected WNV data, and notify WNV vector hotspots.

TRCA received an Order on April 7, 2011 from the Medical Officer of Peel Regional Health

under the Health Protection and Promotion Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. H.7 to assist with the implementation of control measures to reduce the number of mosquito larvae in the Heart Lake Wetland Complex in Brampton. The Heart Lake Wetland Complex continued to be an area of concern for WNV; in total three sites within the Heart Lake Wetland Complex were treated with larvicide by the Peel Health Department in 2011. It is anticipated that TRCA will receive another Order from the Peel Regional Medical Officer in 2012.

WNV larval surveillance and monitoring was undertaken in 37 wetlands and 9 SWMPs

across the TRCA jurisdiction from May 30th to September 6th, 2011 to identify mosquito species distribution, abundance and population composition. Each site was sampled four times during the field season. For each site an assessment of the densities of each mosquito species was conducted.

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Summary of Results Obtained in 2011The sampling season in 2011 yielded a total of 8233 larvae which is the second highest number since the program started (the highest number was recorded in 2010 with 9398 larvae). A total of 6784 mosquito larvae were collected from wetlands and 1449 mosquito larvae were collected from SWMPs. As in previous years the wetland habitats sampled supported a greater diversity of the mosquito population with 13 different mosquito species being found in wetlands while only 7 species were found in SWMPs.

Among the wetland sites, 53.9% of the larvae collected were non-vector species (i.e. the species generally not responsible for spreading the virus to humans), while the remaining 46.1% were vectors (i.e. species most commonly found to spread the virus to humans). The predominant non-vector species was Culex territans (53.1%), and the predominant vector species was Culex pipiens (31.4%). The percentage of Culex pipiens collected from the wetlands was higher in 2011, however this increase was influenced by an exceptionally high number of Culex pipiens collected on August 2, 2011 at Grenadier Pond in High Park (this was 19.7% of total number of larvae collected in all wetlands combined). If the Grenadier Pond site was removed from the data set, a higher majority (71.5%) of the larvae collected from wetlands would be non-vector species. The exceptionally dry summer in 2011 also contributed to the fact that many Culex pipiens were collected. Due to lack of precipitation, small wetland habitats turned into shallow, warm, and organic-rich pools of water which are favorable breeding sites for this species. WNV risk assessment resulted in three sites being identified as areas of concern for WNV vector larvae among the wetland sites. Larvicide treatments were applied to two of these sites including Grenadier Pond in High Park and Lacey's Pond in Altona Forest. One site (Goldfish Pond at Tommy Thompson Park) was not treated due to its sensitivity (presence of species at risk) and the late seasonal timing of its discovery as a "hotspot".

Among the SWMPs sites, vector species comprised 83.5% of the mosquito population, while the non-vectors made up the remaining 16.5%. Culex pipiens which represented 73.6% of the mosquito larvae collected was the predominant vector species found in SWMPs. Culex territans, the only non-vector species found in the SWMPs, comprised 16.5% of the mosquito community. WNV risk assessment resulted in two SWMP sites (SWMP 279.1 and L’Amoreaux Park North Pond) being identified as areas of concern for WNV vector larvae. The SWMP 279.1 was larvicided by Durham Public Health Unit and L’Amoreaux Park North Pond was treated by the Public Health Division in the City of Toronto.

Overall, the results from 2011 monitoring and surveillance have indicated that localized WNV hotspots continue to occur on TRCA properties. From 2003 to 2010, the numbers of human WNV cases have declined in Ontario. However, in 2011, the number of human WNV cases in Ontario rose to 64 compared to 1 case in 2010, 4 cases in 2009 and 3 cases in 2008. Within the TRCA jurisdiction, there were 30 reported human WNV cases in 2011: 24 cases in the City of Toronto, 3 cases in Peel Region, 2 cases in Durham Region, and 1 case in York Region. It is difficult to predict when and where a WNV vector hotspot might occur, or the severity of exposure to humans in a given year. Therefore, having a larval monitoring program in place is crucial for identifying potential risk on TRCA properties. Risk prevention relies on identifying the areas of concern for WNV and following up with proper intervention measures.

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One notable finding in 2011 was the presence of a non-vector species, Uranotaenia sapphirina, which is considered rare in southern Ontario. This species is generally found in the eastern United States but is appearing more in our samples, with the first record being found in 2010.

A copy of the Annual Report: "West Nile Virus Vector Mosquito Larval Monitoring and Surveillance - 2011" will be available on the corporate website (www.trca.on.ca; key word: West Nile Virus) for reference. Copies will be provided to members upon request.

RATIONALEThe overarching rationale for undertaking WNV larval monitoring is that a variety of wetland habitats on TRCA properties such as marshes, woodland pools and ponds have the potential to provide breeding habitats for mosquitoes because of the permanent availability of water. As the largest landowner in the Toronto region, TRCA has used the WNV monitoring and surveillance activities as a means of ensuring “due diligence” and to proactively manage the WNV issue on their properties. The approach taken – to identify the presence of WNV associated mosquito species has ensured that larvicide has only been applied to sites with potential risk. Based on the number of sites assessed by TRCA on an annual basis, this approach has been found to be a cost effective alternative to wider scale preventative larvicide application.

Staff anticipate continued requests from the public for actions to be taken to address perceived mosquito breeding in standing water on TRCA-owned lands that are close to their properties, and from the regional health departments to help determine the sensitivity of natural areas for the purpose of larviciding. TRCA’s WNV program also helps to identify vector numbers and high density sites. The identification of isolated sites with high density of mosquitoes associated with WNV in wetlands and stormwater ponds warrants the ongoing annual monitoring and surveillance program.

Further, the data collected through the program has been received with interest from researchers at York University who have been involved with modeling WNV occurrence with respect to various factors including climate change.

DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONEStaff will continue surveillance activities at approximately 45 sites on TRCA-owned lands and will continue to liaise with regional health units and participate in WNV advisory committees throughout the 2012 field season. Staff will continue to respond to public inquiries on WNV and reports of standing water on TRCA property, in addition to providing general information for both the public and staff on WNV. Standing water complaints will be reviewed and addressed following the TRCA's Standing Water Complaint Procedure. Staff will continue to identify sites of concern for WNV on TRCA property through larval monitoring and advise other TRCA Sections on maintenance or management duties required to reduce the number of potential breeding sites for mosquitoes.

FINANCIAL DETAILSFunding for the 2012 WNV surveillance and monitoring activities is available under the Regional Watershed Monitoring Program with capital funding support from the regions of York, Peel and Durham and the City of Toronto. A small amount of revenue is generated (approximately $1200) by the program on an annual basis through the provision of mosquito larvae identification training for Regional Health staff.

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Overall this funding will be sufficient to support the 2012 surveillance field work and staff support to liaise with the regional health units and to respond to complaints. The funding is not however expected to cover any costs associated with control measures if deemed necessary. If larviciding or site remediation is required as a control measure, the associated costs will be covered through TRCA Land Management funding.

Report prepared by: Scott Jarvie, extension 5312Emails: sjarvie@trca.on.caFor Information contact: Jessica Fang, extension 5665Emails: jfang@trca.on.caDate: January 27, 2012

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RES.#A29/12 - GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River WatershedTown of Caledon (formerly Cancian Construction Ltd.), CFN 45439. Purchase of property located west of Mount Hope Road, south of Old Church Road, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel, under the "Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2011-2015", Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River watershed.(Executive Res.#B2/12)

Moved by: Michael Di BiaseSeconded by: Glenn Mason

THAT 6.19 hectares (15.30 acres), more or less, of vacant land being Part of Lot 20, Concession 7 ALBION and designated as Blocks 15, 21 and 22 on Plan 43M-1837, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel, located west of Mount Hope Road, south of Old Church Road, be purchased from the Town of Caledon;

THAT the purchase price be $2.00;

THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive conveyance of the land free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements;

THAT the firm of Gardiner Roberts LLP, Barristers & Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;

AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary action to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals and execution of documentation.

CARROED _________________________________________

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RES.#A30/12 - GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River WatershedTown of Caledon (formerly Alliance Palgrave Inc.), CFN 45480. Purchase of property located west of Mount Hope Road, north of Pine Avenue - Palgrave, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel, under the "Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2011-2015", Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River watershed.(Executive Res.#B3/12)

Moved by: Michael Di BiaseSeconded by: Glenn Mason

THAT 14.61 hectares (36.10 acres), more or less, of vacant land being Part of Lots 27 and 28, Concession 7 ALBION and designated as Blocks 30, 31, 37 and 38 on Plan 43M-1828, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel, located west of Mount Hope Road, north of Pine Avenue - Palgrave, be purchased from the Town of Caledon;

THAT the purchase price be $2.00;

THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive conveyance of the land free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements;

THAT the firm of Gardiner Roberts LLP, Barristers & Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;

AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary action to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals and execution of documentation.

CARRIED _________________________________________

RES.#A31/12 - GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River WatershedTown of Caledon (formerly Sunshine Estates), CFN 37841. Purchase of property located east of Regional Road No. 50 and south of Buckstown Trail - Palgrave, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel, under the "Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2011-2015", Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River watershed.(Executive Res.#B4/12)

Moved by: Michael Di BiaseSeconded by: Glenn Mason

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THAT 1.99 hectares (4.92 acres), more or less, of vacant land being Part of Lot 28, Concession 7 ALBION and designated as Block 13 on Plan 43M-1827, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel, located east of Regional Road No. 50 and south of Buckstown Trail - Palgrave, be purchased from the Town of Caledon;

THAT the purchase price be $2.00;

THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive conveyance of the land free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements;

THAT the firm of Gardiner Roberts LLP, Barristers & Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;

AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary action to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals and execution of documentation.

CARRIED _________________________________________

RES.#A32/12 - GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River WatershedTown of Caledon (formerly Camp Villas Corporation), CFN 38075. Purchase of property located west of the Mount Hope Road unopened road allowance, south of Columbia Way and north of King Street - Bolton, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel, under the "Greenlands Acquisition Project for 2011-2015", Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River watershed.(Executive Res.#B5/12)

Moved by: Michael Di BiaseSeconded by: Glenn Mason

THAT 14.46 hectares (35.74 acres), more or less, of vacant land being Part of Lot 9, Concession 7 ALBION and designated as Blocks 144 and 146 on Plan 43M-1586, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of Peel, located west of the Mount Hope Road unopened road allowance, south of Columbia Way and north of King Street - Bolton, be purchased from the Town of Caledon;

THAT the purchase price be $2.00;

THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive conveyance of the land free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements;

THAT the firm of Gardiner Roberts LLP, Barristers & Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid;

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AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary action to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals and execution of documentation.

CARRIED _________________________________________

RES.#A33/12 - BOB HUNTER MEMORIAL PARKAward of Sole Source Contracts, Forest Planting Contracts to Nongovernmental Organizations. Recommends award of sole source contracts for Phase Three implementation of the natural forest NGO planting in Bob Hunter Memorial Park per the Southeast Collector agreement with the Regional Municipality of York.(Executive Res.#B6/12)

Moved by: Michael Di BiaseSeconded by: Glenn Mason

THAT a sole source contract for Phase Three of the natural forest planting at Bob Hunter Memorial Park be awarded to Friends of the Rouge Watershed (FRW) at a total cost not to exceed $100,000.00, plus HST;

THAT a sole source contract for phase three of the natural forest planting at Bob Hunter Memorial Park be awarded to 10,000 Trees for the Rouge Valley at a total cost not to exceed $19,800.00, plus HST;

THAT both contracts be on terms and conditions satisfactory to Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff;

AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the action necessary to implement the contracts including obtaining needed approvals and signing and execution of documents.

CARRIED _________________________________________

SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION

RES.#A34/12 - SECTION II - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY INFORMATION

Moved by: Dave RyanSeconded by: David Barrow

THAT Section II items EX8.1 - EX8.7, inclusive, contained in Executive Committee Minutes #1/12, held on March 2, 2012, be received.

CARRIEDSection II Items EX8.1 - EX8.7, InclusiveNAMING OF STEELES WEST STATION(Executive Res.#B7/12)

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ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD HEARING(Executive Res.#B8/12)MEADOWCLIFFE DRIVE EROSION CONTROL PROJECT(Executive Res.#B9/12)LOTUS NOTES SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT(Executive Res.#B10/12)DELL ESX SERVER AND VMWARE UPGRADES(Executive Res.#B11/12)ENERLIFE CONSULTING INC. AGREEMENT. Annual renewal of the agreement(Executive Res.#B12/12)RESISTANCE BOARD WEIR IN DUFFINS CREEK(Executive Res.#B13/12)

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SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD

RES.#A35/12 - FREEDOM OF INFORMATIONSummary of 2011 Requests and Appointment of Information and Privacy Officer. Provides a summary of requests under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and advises of the appointment of Information and Privacy Officer.

Moved by: Richard WhiteheadSeconded by: Michael Di Biase

THAT the report dated February 29, 2012, on summary of 2011 freedom of information requests and appointment of information and privacy officer, be received.

CARRIEDBACKGROUNDTRCA is subject to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Staff reports to the Information and Privacy Commission annually on the number and type of applications received each year. The following summarizes activity in 2011.

RATIONALEIn 2011, TRCA received 48 requests for information under the Act. This continues the pattern of an increasing number of requests over the past 10 years. In the period 2001 to 2006, TRCA received fewer than 5 requests each year. From 2007 to 2011, the average was 23 annually. In 2012, the trend to increasing requests seems likely to continue as there have been 12 requests in the first two months this year.

All of the requests related to "general records" as opposed to "personal information". The latter relates to requests by individuals about information that TRCA has concerning the applicant personally. Of the 48 requests for general information, 10 requests were from individuals and 38 from businesses.

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Of the 48 requests received in 2011, 83% were responded to within the 30 day limit required under the Act. Five requests took between 31 and 60 days and three requests took 61 to 90 days. Extensions were needed in most cases because of the volume of records to be searched and prepared. In one case, a third party circulation delayed TRCA's response.

Of the 48 requests, all information was disclosed in 16 situations. In 25 situations, no records existed so there was no disclosure. In 7 situations, the request was withdrawn or abandoned. In 8 of the 16 situations where all the general information was disclosed, personal information was removed for privacy purposes. Examples of the personal privacy exemption being applied include copies of cheques which may be on file and personal telephone numbers.

In 2011, about 50% of requests were from planning, environmental and technical consultants seeking information about specific properties. This is an increasing trend. In many cases, no records existed and the applicants were so advised. Also, TRCA receives many requests about permit and planning applications which, once approved by the Executive Committee, are a matter of public record.

The Act requires that a $5 fee be included with each application. Also, the Act allows TRCA to charge for photo copies (20 cents/page) and search and preparation time ($30/hour). In 2011, TRCA collected fees of $1,445.

DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONERequests under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy(FOI) Act are dealt with by the Director, Finance and Business Services, who is designated as TRCA's Information and Privacy Officer. TRCA is also subject to the provisions of the federal Personal information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

In 2011, responsibility for TRCA's records management function was moved from Finance and Business Services Division to the CAO's Office. The Manager, Chair and CAO's Office, is responsible for the minutes of board meetings and other official records of TRCA. With the retirement of the Manager, Corporate Records, staff chose to reorganize and move responsibility for the records function to the Manager, Chair and CAO's Office.

Administration of the FOI Act is part of the corporate records function and as such has been moved to the CAO's Office. Under the FOI Act, the "head" of an organization is responsible for the FOI function and may delegate that responsibility. The Chair of TRCA is the "head" and, effective April 1, 2012, has designated the Manager, Chair and CAO's Office, as TRCA's Information and Privacy Officer, the person responsible for dealing with FOI requests on behalf of TRCA.

Report prepared by: Jim Dillane, extension 6292Emails: jdillane@trca.on.caFor Information contact: Jim Dillane, extension 6292Emails: jdillane@trca.on.caDate: February 29, 2012

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RES.#A36/12 - WATERSHED COMMITTEE MINUTES

Moved by: Richard WhiteheadSeconded by: Michael Di Biase

THAT Section IV items AUTH8.2.1 and AUTH8.2.2 in regard to Watershed Committee Minutes, be received.

CARRIEDSection IV Items AUTH8.2.1 - AUTH8.2.2DON WATERSHED REGERATION COUNCIL

Minutes of Meeting #2/12, held on February 2, 2012ETOBICOKE-MIMICO WATERSHEDS COALITION

Minutes of Meeting #4/11, held on November 17, 2011.

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RES.#A37/12 - SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD

Moved by: Gloria Lindsay LubySeconded by: Vincent Crisanti

THAT Section IV item EX9.1 - Ire-Yonge Developers Inc., 4155 Yonge Street, contained in Executive Committee Minutes #1/12, held on March 2, 2012, be received.

CARRIED _________________________________________

ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06

RES.#A38/12 - ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06

Moved by: Richard WhiteheadSeconded by: Chin Lee

THAT Ontario Regulation 166/06 items EX10.1 - EX10.41, inclusive, contained in Executive Committee Minutes #1/12, held on March 2, 2012, be received.

CARRIED _________________________________________

TERMINATION

ON MOTION, the meeting terminated at 10:36 a.m., on Friday, March 30, 2012.

Gerri Lynn O'ConnorChair

Brian DenneySecretary-Treasurer

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DOUBLE-CRESTED CORMORANTSManagement Strategy for 2012

WATERSHED COMMITTEES MEMBERSHIP CHANGESMembership Changes to the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, the Humber Watershed Alliance and the Etobicoke-Mimico Watersheds Coalition.

ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD HEARINGCity of Mississauga New Official Plan (2011)

ROUGE VALLEY NATIONAL URBAN PARKParks Canada Statement of Intentions

AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTSMentoring to Placement for Environmental Professionals Program (M2P)

GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE ONTARIO COALITION PROGRESS UPDATE

INLAND FILLHumber Watershed Clean Topsoil Placement Projects

GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River WatershedMaria Pandolfo, Yolanda Pandolfo, Cathy Campione, Laura Pandolfo and Guiseppe Pandolfo

TORONTO URBAN FARM AT BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE

GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River WatershedTown of Caledon (formerly Cancian Construction Ltd.)CFN 45439

GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River WatershedTown of Caledon (formerly Alliance Palgrave Inc.)CFN 45480

GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River WatershedTown of Caledon (formerly Sunshine Estates)CFN 37841

GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River WatershedTown of Caledon (formerly Camp Villas Corporation)CFN 38075

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ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD HEARINGTribute (Unionville) Limited - 20 Fred Varley Drive Limited20 Fred Varley DriveTown of Markham, Regional Municipality of York

MEADOWCLIFFE DRIVE EROSION CONTROL PROJECTContract RSD12-03

LOTUS NOTES SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENTAward of Sole Source Contract for Consulting Services

DELL ESX SERVER AND VMWARE UPGRADESAward of Sole Source Contract

ENERLIFE CONSULTING INC. AGREEMENT

BOB HUNTER MEMORIAL PARKAward of Sole Source Contracts, Forest Planting Contracts to Nongovernmental Organizations

RESISTANCE BOARD WEIR IN DUFFINS CREEK

PRESENTATIONS1 Staff Years of Service Awards.

2 A presentation by Jessica Taliana and James Christie in regard to Lyme Disease.

APPLICATIONS FOR PERMITS PURSUANT TO ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06

Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses

APPLICATIONS FOR PERMITS PURSUANT TO ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06

Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses

APPLICATIONS FOR PERMITS PURSUANT TO ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06

Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses

ADDED ITEMS

FREEDOM OF INFORMATIONSummary of 2011 Requests and Appointment of Information and Privacy Officer

WEST NILE VIRUS PROGRAMAnnual Report - West Nile Virus Vector Mosquito Larval Monitoring and Surveillance - 2011

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DON WATERSHED REGERATION COUNCILMinutes of Meeting #2/12, held on February 2, 2012

ETOBICOKE-MIMICO WATERSHEDS COALITIONMinutes of Meeting #4/11, held on November 17, 2011

IRE-YONGE DEVELOPERS INC., 4155 YONGE STREETProposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment ApplicationsCity of Toronto, North York Community Council Area

IRE-YONGE DEVELOPERS INC., 4155 YONGE STREETProposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment ApplicationsCity of Toronto, North York Community Council Area