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C ° l 4i= Executive Committee Meeting Minutes liCON1INIO Monday, November 12, 2012 7: 00 pm - Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Rodrigues 7. That the proposed total gross cost of Rounthwaite Dick and Hadley Architects Inc. in the amount of$ 369,233. 15 ( HST included), and a net cost of 332,505.89 ( net of HST rebate) be approved; 8. That the draft by- law attached to this report be enacted; and 9. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take necessary action to give effect thereto. 3. Director, Community Services, Report CS 39- 12 Frenchman' s Bay Waterfront Master Plan Carried Unanimously On a Recorded Vote Jim Dike, Chair, Waterfront Coordinating Committee appeared before the Committee. He provided an overview of the purpose of the Waterfront Committee, which is to make recommendations to Council. He noted open houses had been held in order to gain the community' s comments on the Master Plan. He explained the result of these comments were on the City' s website in the form of a Question & Answer sheet. A resident of Pickering appeared before the Committee noting his concerns with the boardwalk. He questioned whether there would be sufficient emergency vehicle access. He noted his concerns with the costs involved for maintenance of the boardwalk as well as lighting installation. He also felt that the proposed trail system should be reduced. He stressed his concerns for maintaining the natural elements around the west shore and preserving the conservation. A brief question and answer period ensued with respect to removal of a portion of the trail as well as the lighting. A resident of Pickering appeared before the Committee expressing her concerns with respect to the Plan. She questioned whether there were larger maps to view, as the ones provided were difficult to read. She noted there had been changes made to the plan between March and June, stating the lack of public notification regarding these changes. She noted concerns with the potential removal of large trees for the road to the Canoe Club and boardwalk. She also questioned the installation of lighting, the need for 3 viewing platforms and the high cost for garbage cans. She requested the plans be reconsidered and felt there were still residents who had not viewed them. Evanne Willson , 1522 Amberlea Road, Pickering, appeared before the Committee to express her concerns with respect to access to the beach area and reduced parking. She noted that she felt the Plan did not allow for sufficient parking with easy access 4
Call at a Executive Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, November 12, 2012 7: 00 pm - Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Rodrigues to the beach. She felt the boat trailers should be parked elsewhere once the boats have been launched, and that this area should be designed for seniors parking. Laurie Humphries a resident of Pickering appeared before the Committee noting her concerns with the lack of consultation and communication to residents. She stated that the City should be looking at different ways to communicate with residents and felt that the newspaper was no longer an effective means of communication. She felt the use of billboards like they had for planning applications would be more beneficial to area residents. She felt there was no need for a formal playground or picnic area and felt that it would be a waste of money because of the vandalism that regularly occurs. She also felt the installation of lighting would be a problem and noted her concerns with parking and stated the scope of the project was too expensive. She also noted that many parts of the plan are beautiful, but emphasized the need for more public consultation. Mary Humphrys, 926 Sunrise Avenue, Pickering, appeared before the Committee to outline the concerns of the newly formed West Shore Ratepayers Association, of which she is a member. She identified the following areas the association felt would enhance the plan; Phasing of construction — inform the community of a schedule of implementation plans Harbor entrance— where will residents go Ensure inclusion in City budget Install traffic calming for Beachpoint Promenade area Remove playground from high traffic area— safety concerns Include community in future planning Initiate a formal means of communication for residents Ensure a contact for residents during construction phase Ensure regular updates on construction schedules on website, billboards, etc. Andre Pilon, 663 Chipmunk Street, Pickering, appeared before the Committee, stating he was President of the newly formed Westshore Ratepayers Association. He stated his support of the Master Plan, but noted he would like to see the boat launch reconsidered to disallow motorized watercraft. He indicated he would rather see canoes, sailboats as the primary use. He questioned whether other yacht clubs could be utilized as an alternative for launching the motorized watercraft. He also felt the canoe club building, washrooms and storage facilities would create additional disruption later on if not considered now. Barbara Pulst, 909 Vistula Drive, Pickering, appeared before the Committee, stating she hoped to see the main focus on maintaining the natural state of the spit. She noted she would encourage the use of soft water sports and discourage motorized craft for safety reasons. She also felt there was no need for picnic tables. 5
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