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A Regular Meeting of Committee of the Whole will be held on February 17, 2015, at 1:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Municipal Offices, Port Carling, Ontario.

AGENDA - COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING

Tuesday, February 17, 2015

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1. Call to Order

2. Adoption of Agenda

a. Consideration of a resolution to adopt the agenda.

3. Disclosure of Interest

4. Adoption of Minutes

a. Consideration of a resolution to adopt the Committee of the Whole Meeting minutes held on January 20, 2015 .

5. Public Works

a. Delegations and Petitions

1. Eleanor Kee Wellman, Sylvia Geist and Steve Bellantoni to attend at 1:00 p.m. Re: Oka Trail / Muskoka Lakes Snow Trails Association.

b. Roads and Infrastructure

1. Consideration of a Resolution re: Waste Receptacles

6. Corporate Services


1. Walter Moon, President, Muskoka Lakes Chamber of Commerce, to attend at 1:15 p.m. Re: 2015 Grants to Organizations Funding Request. (Finance)

2. Al Young, Walker's Point Garden Diggers - Communities in Bloom to attend at 1:30 p.m. Re: 2015 Funding Request. (Finance)

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3. Bill Van Ryn to attend at 1:45 p.m. Re: Presentation of Survey - Camp Ramah land exchange. (Refer to Item 6.c.1. Report)

4. Josh Campbell, Rock Solid Consulting, to attend at 2:00 p.m. Re: Request to change land exchange details - COOPER, 9-8-044. (A copy of the June 2014 staff report is attached for background information)

b. Finance

1. Correspondence from the Royal Canadian Legion - Ontario Command re: Military Service Recognition Book - Request for Support.

c. Administration

1. Report from the Clerk Re: Survey for Camp Ramah land exchange. (Refer to Item 6.a.4. Delegations and Petitions)

2. Report from the Clerk Re: Application to purchase a portion of Original Road Allowance lying in front of Concession 2, Lot 32 on Lake Rosseau, TIBBLES, 2-8-003

3. Report from the Clerk Re: Applications to purchase a portion of Original Shore Road Allowance lying in front of Concessions 11 and 12, Lots 31 and 32 on Lake Rosseau (Watt) LINDROS, 2-26-029

4. Report from the Interim CAO Re: Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) Membership.

5. Report from the Clerk Re: Correspondence from the Town of Mississippi Mills.

7. Community


b. Community and Volunteerism

1. Community Events Update

c. Emergency Management

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d. Parks, Trails and Libraries

1. Minutes of the Volunteer Recreational Trails Committee meeting held on May 14, 2014.

2. Minutes of the Public Library Board meeting held on November 27, 2014.

8. Visioning and Economic Development


b. Visioning

c. Economic Development and Communications

9. New and Unfinished Business

10. Committee in Closed Session

a. Committee of the Whole in Closed Session will be held for litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board and personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees and advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose; pursuant to Section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001.

11. Adjournment

a. Consideration of a resolution to adjourn.

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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MINUTES - January 20, 2015

THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MUSKOKA LAKES MINUTES - COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING

Tuesday, January 20, 2015 A Regular Meeting of Committee of the Whole was held on Tuesday, January 20, 2015, at 9:00 AM in the Council Chambers, Municipal Offices, Port Carling, Ontario. PRESENT: OFFICIALS PRESENT: Mayor Don Furniss, C. Harris - Interim CAO Chair C. Mortimer - Clerk COUNCILLORS: T. Guthrie - Clerk's Assistant Jean Ann Baranik L. McMurray - Community Economic Development Coordinator Linda Barrick-Spearn M. Ross - Marketing Economic Development Coordinator Sandy Currie, left at 1:37 pm Allen Edwards Phil Harding Donelda Kruckel Gault McTaggart Ruth Nishikawa REGRETS: Terry Ledger 1. Call to Order

a. Mayor Furniss called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. 2. Adoption of Agenda

a. Consideration of a resolution to adopt the agenda.

Resolution Number COW-1-20/01/15 Councillor Baranik - Councillor Edwards: Be it resolved that the Committee of the Whole agenda dated January 20, 2015 be adopted.

Carried 3. Disclosure of Interest

a. Councillor Kruckel disclosed a pecuniary interest in item 5.a.1. (Breezy Point Road Realignment Proposal delegation) as her spouse owns an abutting property.

b. Councillor Currie disclosed a pecuniary interest in item 6.a.4. (Safe Quiet Lakes delegation) as he is a board member of Safe Quiet Lakes.

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4. Adoption of Minutes

a. Consideration of a resolution to adopt the Committee of the Whole Meeting minutes held on December 16, 2014.

Resolution Number COW-2-20/01/15 Councillor Edwards - Councillor Baranik: Be it resolved that the Committee of the Whole Meeting minutes held on December 16, 2014 be adopted.

Carried 5. Public Works a. Delegations and Petitions

1. Paul Emond and Deb Martin attended at 10:40 a.m. Re: Breezy Point Road Realignment Proposal. A copy of the presentation is attached.

Councillor Kruckel left the Council table at 10:40 am and did not participate in the discussion. She had disclosed a pecuniary interest in this matter as her spouse owns an abutting property.

Deb Martin and Paul Emond made a PowerPoint presentation to Committee requesting a realignment of Breezy Point Road.

Ms. Martin provided a history of Breezy Point Road including the location of the road deviations. The Breezy Point Road committee has been attempting to work with neighbours to resolve this matter. Their proposal is to move the road onto the municipally owned road allowance. They are seeking municipal support for their request.

Mike Rieger, Rieger Contracting was in attendance and permitted to address Committee. He spoke to the road construction works for the proposed project.

Staff was requested to review the request, examine options, and report back to Committee, including obtaining legal input in this regard.

Councillor Kruckel returned to the Council table at 10:57 a.m. b. Roads and Infrastructure

1. Report from the Interim CAO Re: North Bala Falls Small Hydro Project. A copy of the report is attached.

The Interim CAO highlighted the report for Committee outlining the requests as reflected in Attachment 1 to the staff report.


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It was the consensus of Committee that the Interim CAO:

- contact Jeff Mole for clarification of his request and to draft a letter from the Township to the Premier of Ontario with respect to revenue sharing, with the draft being reviewed by Council;

- draft a letter from the Township to Transport Canada, with the draft being reviewed by Council;

- provide options for the composition of a working committee; - provide further information regarding the entrance permit applications.

Committee also requested that the Fire Chief provide a future report with respect to safety / water and ice rescue operations in and around the Bala Falls and proposed facility.

Resolution Number COW-4-20/01/15 Councillor Kruckel - Councillor Barrick-Spearn: Be it resolved that Committee of the Whole recommend to Council the approval of staff recommendations as noted in the “Action” column of Attachment 1 of the January 20, 2015 staff report and direction as provided to staff where requested in the “Action” column as noted at the Committee meeting.

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2. Consideration of a resolution in response to correspondence received from Laurie Campbell, Chair of the Glen Orchard School Council Re: Speed limit along Muskoka Road 169 in front of the Glen Orchard Public School. A copy of the correspondence is attached.

Councillor Baranik reviewed the request indicating that as this is a District Road, the process requires a Township resolution requesting the District to implement a speed reduction / community safety zone.

Committee discussed options including installing flashing warning lights during school hours, speed reductions during specific days per week and times per year and signage.

Resolution Number COW-3-20/01/15 Councillor Kruckel - Councillor Barrick-Spearn: Be it resolved that Committee of the Whole recommend to Township Council that the District of Muskoka be requested to reduce the speed limit to 50 km/hr and install flashing lights and other variable safety and speed options as a Community Safety Zone along Muskoka Road 169 in the vicinity of Glen Orchard Public School.

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6. Corporate Services a. Delegations and Petitions

1. Adele Fairfield, Pat Young and Jan Getson, Walker's Point Community Library, attended at 9:09 a.m. Re: 2015 Request for Ongoing Support. A copy of the presentation is attached. (Finance)

Adele Fairfield, on behalf of the Walker's Point Community Library, requested that the Township continue to provide matching funds from fundraising as provided in previous years. Additionally, she requested that the Community Library be allocated an annual grant in 2015.

Pat Young relayed positive comments and feedback received from the Community and thanked the Township Treasury Department for their ongoing assistance.

Jan Getson advised that many Councillors are members of the Community Library and often attend their events. She requested that Council members continue to support and attend the library events.

2. Dr. Peter Sale, Chair, Muskoka Watershed Council attended at 9:22 a.m. Re: Program

Overview / 2015 Funding Request. A copy of the presentation is attached. (Finance)

Dr. Peter Sale provided a presentation regarding the Muskoka Watershed Council including their history, composition, types of marketing materials, the environmental management cycle of the watershed and the 2015 top objectives.

Dr. Sale requested that the Township consider the Muskoka Watershed Council’s request for a $1,000.00 grant in 2015 in support of developing stewardship resources that benefit the municipality.

3. Jan Turner and Mary Grady, Bala Communities in Bloom, attended at 9:38 a.m. Re:

Committee Update / 2015 Funding Request. A copy of the presentation is attached. (Finance)

Mary Grady introduced Jan Turner, the new Bala Communities in Bloom Chair board. She indicated that there is a new board in place and many new volunteers in 2015.

Jan Turner, on behalf of Bala Communities in Bloom, requested that the Township consider their 2015 funding request in the amount of $7,500.00 to achieve their work plan. She also requested opportunities for communication sharing through the Township, the removal and / or replacement of the 5 Bloom sign on District Road 169 entering Bala as it is in poor condition, and for a primary Township contact person moving forward.

Councillor Nishikawa volunteered to be the Council liaison. Councillor Currie volunteered to work with Ms. Turner in regard to the 5 Bloom sign.


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4. Jane Evans, Board and Committee Member, Safe Quiet Lakes, attended at 9:47 a.m. Re: 2015 Funding Request. A copy of the presentation is attached. (Finance)

Councillor Currie left the Council table at 9:47 am and did not participate in the discussion. He had disclosed a pecuniary interest in this matter as he is a member of the Safe Quiet Lakes Board.

Jane Evans provided a presentation to Committee regarding Safe Quiet Lakes, including their initiatives, the Boating Safety Contribution Program, education and communication program and their plans for 2015.

Ms. Evans requested that the Township consider a 2015 grant in the amount of $2,500.00 in support of their organization’s efforts. Additionally, their goal is to place boaters code signage at municipal boat launches in the Township of Muskoka Lakes at an estimated cost of $6,689.60 plus implementation, which could be set out in a three year plan. Lastly, Ms. Evans would like to hold a safe boating seminar in Muskoka.

Councillor Currie returned to the Council table at 10:10 a.m.

5. Terrilynne Bannon, Municipal Relations Representative, Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) attended the meeting at 11:00 am Re: Assessment 101. Due to timing constraints, Committee requested that the delegation be rescheduled to a future meeting. Ms. Bannon agreed to the request.

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1. None c. Administration

1. None 7. Community a. Delegations and Petitions

1. None b. Community and Volunteerism

1. Community Events Update Council members provided a list of upcoming community events.


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c. Emergency Management

1. Minutes of the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee meeting held on October 16, 2014. A copy of the minutes is attached for information purposes.

d. Parks, Trails and Libraries

1. None 8. Visioning and Economic Development a. Delegations and Petitions

1. None b. Visioning

1. Review and consideration of a resolution Re: Strategic Plan Survey. This item was referred from the January 16, 2015 Council meeting.

The Marketing Economic Development Coordinator reviewed the revised survey which incorporated the changes requested by Council on January 16, 2015.

Committee reviewed the revised survey and was requested to provide any additional comments to the Interim CAO and the Marketing Economic Development Coordinator.

Resolution Number COW-5-20/10/15 Councillor Barrick-Spearn - Councillor Kruckel: Be it resolved that Committee of the Whole recommend to Township Council that the Strategic Plan Survey be approved as presented and amended at the January 20, 2015 Committee of the Whole Meeting.

Carried c. Economic Development and Communications

1. Report from the Marketing Economic Development Coordinator Re: Ontario Sport and Recreation Community Fund: Active Stronger Community Project. A copy of the report is attached.

The Marketing Economic Development Coordinator highlighted the report and provided an update on the grant projects.


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2. Report from the Community Economic Development Coordinator Re: Doors Open 2015. A copy of the report is attached.

The Community Economic Development Coordinator introduced the report.

Resolution Number COW-6-20/01/15 Councillor Barrick-Spearn - Councillor Kruckel: Be it resolved that Committee of the Whole recommend to Township Council that the Economic Development Department be directed to coordinate the 2015 Doors Open event at the same funding level as in 2014 ($3,000).

Carried 9. New and Unfinished Business

a. None 10. Committee in Closed Session

a. Committee in Closed Session was held for a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board, pursuant to Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001.

Resolution Number COW-7-20/01/15 Councillor Edwards - Councillor Baranik: Be it resolved that Closed Session convene at 1:20 p.m. for a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board; pursuant to Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001.

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Resolution Number COW-8-20/01/15 Councillor Edwards - Councillor Baranik: Be it resolved that Closed Session reconvene as Committee of the Whole at 1:37 p.m. to report on matters arising from Closed Session.

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Mayor Furniss reported that the Interim CAO was given direction with regard to a property matter. Councillor Currie left the Committee meeting at 1:37 pm.


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11. Adjournment

a. Consideration of a resolution to adjourn.

Resolution Number COW-9-20/01/15 Councillor Baranik - Councillor Edwards: Be it resolved that this meeting adjourn at 1:40 p.m. and the next regular meeting of the Committee of the Whole will be held on Tuesday, February 17, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. or at the call of the Chair in the Council Chambers, Municipal Office, Port Carling.

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Mayor Don Furniss, Chair Cheryl Mortimer, Clerk


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Delegation to Township of Muskoka Lakes Committee of the Whole

‘Fee for Service’ Tuesday February 17, 2015

Some history of the Township as it relates to Muskoka Lakes Chamber of Commerce:

from 1995 until 2011, the chamber received $20,000 as an annual Fee for Service for

marketing the Township. In 2012 and 2013, that amount was reduced to $18,000. In

2014, Township proposed reducing the fee to $15,000, which amounted to a reduction

of 25% during that term of office. However, after delegating the committee, Township

agreed to reinstate the amount to $18,000.

Muskoka Lakes Chamber of Commerce has one full time staff member. It has

approximately 350 paying and non-paying members, and hosts annual and monthly

events, a Christmas Market, and an Annual Santa Claus Parade. The chamber has a

full service website and utilizes both Facebook and Twitter. We produce an annual

‘Visitor Information Guide & Member Directory’, Our year round office located at Bala

Pines Plaza, offers excellent exposure, lots of parking and plenty of display space for

member and non-member information, brochures, rack cards, menus and maps. We

have visitors in the office constantly, looking for information on what to see and do in the

area, where to stay and eat, details on hiking and camping, our cranberry marshes, and

where to find services. We have a computer for use of the general public, we offer free

Wi-Fi services, and make our washroom available to visitors year round.

As well as the office being open all through the year, Bala Visitor Information Centre in

Windsor Park is stocked and open during July and August. Additionally, the chamber

has operated the Duke House for the Township as a visitor information centre since

Walter Moon, President, Muskoka Lakes Chamber of

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2009. As well as hiring knowledgeable adults, we hire students through grant programs,

giving valuable experience to our local youth. Our professional and well trained staff

represent and promote the Township and its businesses, services, attractions, events

and groups in a professional, articulate and consistent manner.

Membership in our chamber makes up approximately one third of our budget. We

continue to invoice members for their annual fees, however, often have a difficult time

collecting funds in these turbulent times. We take a gentle approach, hoping to convince

members of the benefits of their membership, as opposed to many chambers, who

immediately remove members upon non-payment.

Some facts about Muskoka Lakes Chamber include the following:

We produce an attractive annual full glossy 64 page ‘Visitor Guide and Member

Directory’, containing information on all our members, a complimentary three

quarter page message from Township Mayor, charts on accommodaton, dining,

trails and maps. We distribute 15,000 copies throughout Ontario and the boarder

states.

We have designed and we maintain an excellent web site, containing names and

data on all our members, events and attractions throughout the area, and

encourage community groups to list their events with us.

Since 2000 we have facilitated Municipal All Candidates sessions in all three

wards. Although we requested that candidates help cover costs of the sessions

in 2014, it was a decision of the board for the chamber to continue to absorb

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Our office is available for small group meetings and has been utilized by Bala

Cranberry Festival, Trek to Bethlehem, Habitat for Humanity, Actors Colony

Theatre and many more not for profit organizations.

We have eblasted Township communications on a complimentary base to 450

involved members and community partners, containing information regarding

Township Job Fair, Fall Arrest Training, Township Work Place Safety, the

Mayors Golf Tournament, the Wellness Centre, Ontario Winter Games,

information on Township events and meetings, and much more. We have also

sent communications for Meals on Wheels, Port Carling Winterfest, Port Carling

Santa parade, Bring Gary Froude Home, Bala and Port Carling Fresh Food

Basket, Muskoka Tourism, Muskoka Lakes Preschool, Muskoka Lakes Soccer,

Muskoka Lakes Association and Muskoka Ratepayers newsletters and various

Muskoka organizations; all at a cost to the chamber, but no cost to those who

benefit; simply as a service to our community.

In 2012, we initiated the Township wide banner program for which we received a

grant to assist with covering costs of the project. We organized five involved

community groups, and designed and produced the banners, which utilize

Township logo and unify the entire area.

Utilizing our recent FedNor Intern we negotiated with Township to design and

display hash tags on Township signage, a program still in operation.

We organize monthly Business after Hours events, giving our members, non-

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the business climate here in Muskoka. Township Councillors are cordially

welcome at any of our events.

We initiated a program with all the chambers of Muskoka, ‘Choose a Chamber

member first, Keep it in Muskoka’, encouraging our population and visitors to

shop locally, always an issue in our district, and we continue to provide door

decals to reinforce and enhance the program.

We promote Township trails all through the year, the Port Carling Wall, Muskoka

Lakes Museum, and programs at the libraries.

Several years ago, we initiated a very successful program to help arrange

accommodation for seasonal workers, to enable them to locate in Muskoka,

where affordable seasonal accommodation is scarce. This is another expense to

the chamber, however, an important and appreciated benefit to the entire

Township.

We continue to liaise with Muskoka chambers; Gravenhurst, Bracebridge,

Huntsville, Port Sydney/Lake of Bays, Southeast Georgian Bay and Muskoka

Tourism, and organize joint events, and exchange best practices.

In 2000 MLCC initiated a search for a physician or nurse practitioner for the area.

When Councillor Allen Edwards took up the cause with such vigor and success,

we were happy to support those endeavors. For two years in a row the chamber

entered our FedNor Intern in Port Carling Winter Fest Polar Bear Dip to raise

money for the centre. We have passed along monies raised; and continue to

place donation boxes in our locations for the new wellness centre to be built here

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We hold seminars which have included ‘How to Achieve Success in Working with

a Board’, ‘Work Place Safety’, ‘Wise Investing’ and ‘Social Media’, available to

members and non-members.

MLCC developed the Muskoka Lakes Garden and Cottage Tour, a very

successful endeavor which brought and encouraged visitors to return to Muskoka

Lakes. After many successful years, we eventually turned the event over to Bala

Communities in Bloom.

We started the highly popular Muskoka Lakes Spring Art Tour which we passed

on to the artists involved.

Fifteen years ago we initiated the very successful Bala Farmers Market, and four

years ago we began the Port Carling Farmers Market; both of which we have

given over to the vendors to operate.

Many of the above events are not revenue producing for the chamber, and

indeed when our time is taken into consideration, actually cost money, however,

we believe that they fulfill the mandate of our by-laws which state that the

chamber is to ‘promote trade and commerce, and the economic, civil and social

welfare of the Township’.

We took a very active role during the Ontario Winter Games to encourage

athletes and their families to utilize our member services, while enjoying

Muskoka.

The mandate of our recent FedNor intern was to increase visitors and tourism to

the Township particularly in the areas of LGBT and the Asian Market. Our intern

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Pride, and represented and promoted this Township at World Pride events in

Toronto last summer, all focused on increasing traffic to Muskoka Lakes. We

produced a ‘Diverse and Welcoming’ window decal which we continue to

distribute to our members.

The chamber continues to run events, to increase the visibility of Muskoka Lakes,

and as community service. Additional activities and events we work on include:

Small Business Day in which we collaborate with the other 5 Muskoka Chambers

Tree Lighting and Carol Sing, Bala Santa Claus Parade, promotion of Port

Carling Winter Carnival, (this year we introduced and staffed a marshmallow

roast during the festival), Muskoka Lakes Spring Art Tour, Bala Cranberry

Festival, Trek to Bethlehem and Doors Open all of which we promote through our

web site and email blasts that are all sent to 450 contacts on a complimentary

basis.

Some facts that you might find interesting as a way of comparison follow.

Gravenhurst Chamber of Commerce has a staff consisting of one Executive

Manager, one full time Events Coordinator, and one Membership Sales and

Retention Coordinator. They outsource their invoicing. Service Ontario Clerks

assist in the operation of the chamber, and bring increased revenue to the

chamber. They have 259 members and host annual and monthly events

including a very lucrative car show, and a three day Craft Fair, both highly

profitable. Gravenhurst Chamber receives $55,000 annually from the town. Town

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Bracebridge Chamber of Commerce has full time staff consisting of one

Executive Manager and one full time administrative assistant. Their membership

is at approximately 333 members. They do not host events. The town has an

Economic Development committee with full time staff. Bracebridge receives

$54,329 annually.

Huntsville chamber receives $24,000 for tourism services and in 2014 received

$60,000 for community marketing. They have a staff of eight.

Our proposal consists of three scenarios:

1. The most modest request is to receive an additional $10,000.00 annually which

would bring this chamber up to the break-even financial status, and would allow

us to maintain services that we currently provide. (Each year we run a deficit of

$10,000.00).

2. The second scenario that MLCC is suggesting is for Township to provide an

additional $30,000.00 with which MLCC would hire a part time staff to maintain

programs that we have started, and to develop new programs and initiatives.

3. The third situation that we propose is for Township to provide an additional

$50,000 annually to enable us to hire one full time staff to better act as the voice

of business, to fully compliment Township’s Economic Development programs

and platforms, and to leverage additional funding.


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COMMUNITIES IN BLOOM – WALKER’S POINT GARDEN DIGGERS c/o 1350 Walker’s Point Rd. RR2

Gravenhurst, ON P1P 1R2 705‐687‐3258

[email protected]

January 26, 2015

Mayor Donald Furniss and Council Township of Muskoka Lakes 1 Bailey Street, Port Carling, ON P0B 1J0 Your Worship and Councilors:

Re: Walker’s Point (WP) Garden Diggers The newly formed and enthusiastic WP Garden Diggers is requesting financial assistance in the amount $4576.00 under Grants and Organizations for the year 2015 and would refer you to the enclosed 2015 Cost Estimates for additional detail. Our work plan for this summer includes the following:

Development, mulching and planting of a parkette at Walker’s Point Rd. & Bradley Rd. Preparation, mulching and planting of a parkette at the Walker’s Point Rd./Barlochan Rd. intersection Development, set up and planting of a three half barrel display at Marina Road & Barlochan Enhancement, preparation and replanting around the Welcome to Walker’s Point sign

The development of the new garden areas will require the purchase of plantings including annuals, perennials and shrubs; half barrels and the positioning of ornamental rock. In addition, any existing perennials damaged over the winter would have to be replaced. Your support will help us to continue to beautify Walker’s Point in the Township of Muskoka Lakes and we look forward to a positive response to our request. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or comments. Sincerely, D. Alan Young on behalf of WP Garden Diggers cc Clayton Harris, Interim CAO Interim Director of Public Works

Al Young, Walker's Point Garden Diggers -

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COMMUNITIES IN BLOOM WALKER’S POINT GARDEN DIGGERS

2015 COST ESTIMATES

Walker’s Point Entrance Sign Flats of annuals (3) $ 75.00 Licorice Vine (5) $ 20.00 Bushes (2) $ 50.00 Bags of Moisture Mix (2) $ 20.00 $ 165.00 Walker’s Point Rd./Balochan Rd. Corner Licorice Vine lg. (6) $ 26.00 Flats of Marigolds (4) $ 100.00 Bags of Mulch (8) $ 80.00 Bags of Moisture Mix (8) $ 80.00 Other plantings as required $ 200.00 Large Boulders (3) $ 600.00 $ 1086.00 Walker’s Point Rd./Bradley Rd. Corner One load of topsoil $ 470.00 Boulders (15) incl. delivery $1500.00 Bushes – miscellaneous types (5) $ 150.00 Ornamental Grasses 5 gal. (2) $ 80.00 Ornamental Grasses ‐ 6” (5) $ 90.00 Flats of Marigolds (4) $ 100.00 $ 2390.00 Marina Rd./Barlochan Rd. Corner Half Barrels (3) $ 240.00 Yard of Triple Mix Top Soil $ 125.00 Bags of Moisture Mix (20) $ 200.00 Ornamental Grasses – 8” (3) $ 60.00 Licorice Vine (24) $ 85.00 Flats of Marigolds (12) $ 225.00 $ 935.00 TOTAL COST ESTIMATE $ 4576.00


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1447 Peterson Road, Bracebridge ON, P1L 1X1

Phone (705) 205-1050

Fax (705) 646-1081

January 20, 2015 RSC File 1328

Township of Muskoka Lakes

c/o Clerks Office

1 Bailey Street

Port Carling, ON

P0B 1J0

Attn: Cheryl Mortimer

Dear Madame:

Re: 1191 Glen Gordon Road, David Cooper Purchase of Unopened Road Allowance

Rock Solid Consulting (RSC) has been retained by David Cooper to assist him with his site plan

approval and to act as his agent for the closing and or realignment of the unopened municipal

road allowance that abuts his property.

David Cooper, owner of 1191 Glen Gordon Rd, Legal Description Con 9 Lot 18 Plan 21 Lot 29

has entered into a site plan agreement with the Township for an expansion to his existing cottage.

The current cottage sits on the shores of Leonard Lake and is accessed from a private road that

comes off of Glen Gordon Rd. David has a neighboring cottage to the north of his property. The

private access road is on the east side of his property. Leonard Lake is on the west side and the

unopened municipal road allowance that leads to Leonard Lake abuts his property to the south.

(See attached sketch #1)

The initial plan, which has been given site plan approval, was to construct the proposed addition

on the north side of the existing cottage, however this will require a fair amount of blasting and

the removal of some nice mature deciduous trees. David is a person that loves Muskoka for its

nature and natural beauty. He would like to preserve as much of this as possible.

On June 17, 2014, RSC were before Council to get approval to swap the unopened municipal

road allowance from the south side of the property to the north side. The committee of the whole

approved this land swap. Since that council meeting an Ontario Land Surveyor has confirmed the

property boundaries. During this exercise it was determined that there was not enough space on

the north side of the lot to accommodate the new 20m road allowance and the 10m setback to the

existing cottage. Due to these finding we are requesting council to consider our new proposal for

the unopened municipal road allowance.

We are proposing 2 options for the unopened municipal road allowance. Option 1 is David’s

preference, he would like to close the unopened municipal road allowance and purchase it from

the Township. If option 1 not acceptable to council then David would like to realign the

unopened road allowance, option 2. (See attached drawings 1328 – OPT1 and 1328 – OPT2)

In order for option 2 to work, David will have to acquire some of his father’s lands. David’s

father, Alexander Cooper owns one of the parcels south of the existing unopened municipal road

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allowance. He will also have to acquire some lands from his neighbor Sal Ricottone. Both

Alexander and Sal are preparing letters supporting the sale of their lands, moving of the unopened

municipal road allowance and waving their right to purchase any of it. These letters will be

presented as soon as we receive them. Please refer to drawing 1328 – OPT2 for the location and

alignment of the proposed new unopened municipal road allowance.

The topography of the current unopened municipal road allowance is bald bedrock with limited

over burden and some slopes exceeding 3H:1V. The proposed realigned road allowance has a

section of the private access road on and is passable by vehicle. The waterfront section of the

current unopened road will not change.

Option 1 and 2 will allow David to construction the addition to his cottage on the south side of his

lot, this will dramatically decrease the amount of site alteration needed. The impact on the view

from the lake will be minimal with the expansion of the cottage on the south side of his lot.

If the Township will not support the closing and purchase of the current unopened municipal road

allowance, we request that council support the realignment of the existing unopened municipal

road allowance. We also request that Council allow us to temporarily occupy the current

unopened road allowance during the transfer of title. David would like to start the construction of

the addition to his cottage as soon as possible.

We ask that the Council support the closing and sale of the municipal unopened road allowance,

and ask that we be permitted to speak to council when the matter is in front of them.

If there are any questions or concerns with this proposal please feel free to contact us at (705)

205-1050 and we will do our best to answer your questions and address any concerns.

Sincerely

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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA REPORT

TO: Mayor Murphy and Members of the Committee of the Whole

MEETING DATE: June 17, 2014

SUBJECT: Request to exchange a portion of Original Road Allowance leading to Leonard Lake – COOPER, 9-8-044

RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Committee of the Whole recommend to Township Council that Option _________ be approved as per the recommendation outlined in the June 17, 2014 staff report.

APPROVALS: Date Signature Submitted By: Teri Guthrie, Clerk’s Assistant 13/06/14 Original signed by T. Guthrie

Approved By: Cheryl Mortimer, Clerk 16/06/14 Original signed by C. Mortimer

SUMMARY: Based on the standards of Township Policy C-LS-08 (Sale of Original Road Allowances) it is recommended that the Township provide tentative approval for this application.

ORIGIN: An application for an exchange of an Original Road Allowance leading to Leonard Lake lying between Concessions 8 and 9, Lot 18 (Monck) for a 66 foot portion of land leading to water has been received from David Alexander Cooper. A copy of the correspondence submitted by Mr. Cooper’s agent, Josh Campbell of Rock Solid Consulting, has been attached. As well, Mr. Campbell will be delegating at the meeting.


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ORA Land Exchange Report – Page 2 BACKGROUND: COOPER – LEONARD LAKE – 9-8-044

Legal Description: Concession 9, Lot 18, (Monck) Plan 21 Lot 29

Fish Habitat Classification: Type 1 Fish Habitat (Most significant)

Location: Leonard Lake

Access: Municipal Road, non-maintained

Civic Address: 1191 Glen Gordon Road Unit 8

Extent: Subject lands – 322 feet of frontage

Requested to be exchanged - 66 feet of frontage

Property Unit Tax Class: Recreational Dwelling Unit (RDU)

Staff Comments: Pursuant to Section 1.02 (b) of Township Policy C-LS-08 (Sale of Original Road Allowances) “agreements may be entered into between the applicant and the Township to exchange land for road allowances provided the applicant pays all costs involved”.

The Development Services Coordinator is supportive of the proposed land exchange provided that the neighbour (roll number 9-8-043) situated to the north of the proposed Original Road Allowance, be contacted and be supportive of the application as their property is impacted by the change in the type of land abutting their property. Additionally he recommends that the Director of Public Works complete a site inspection of the lands to ensure the lands being acquired by the Township are of equal or greater quality than those proposed to be exchanged with Mr. Cooper.

The Director of Planning advises that the Cooper property is currently zoned Waterfront Residential (WR5), and the Original Road Allowance is zoned Waterfront Residential WR5-7. Both require a minimum of 100 feet of frontage and 15,000 square feet of lot coverage to meet the existing lot of record criteria.

The Director of Planning also noted that the side yard setbacks would change from 15 feet when abutting a private property to 30 feet when abutting an Original Road Allowance. The Director of Public Works recommends that unopened concession road allowances be maintained in a straight tangent.

Option One: No exchange is carried out between the Township of Muskoka Lakes and David Cooper

(9-8-044) and the application be denied. Option Two: Tentative approval be given to the request to exchange a portion of Original Road

Allowance leading to Leonard Lake submitted David Cooper (9-8-044) lying between Concessions 8 and 9, Lot 18 (Monck) provided that:

1. The neighbour to the north of the proposed location of the Original Road Allowance

(Roll 9-8-043) is supportive of the land exchange; 2. That the lands to be received are of equal or greater quality / value to those being

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3. In conjunction with this application, that Mr. Alexander Cooper be required to apply for an exchange of land as part of this combined application; and

4. That all provisions of Township Council Policy C-LS-08 for the Sale of Original Road Allowances are met.

FINANCIAL: All costs associated with the land exchange be incurred by the applicant (s). As per

Township Council Policy C-LS-08, the rate for the sale of lands of an Original Road Allowance leading to water will be at a rate of $0.75 a square foot.


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From: Tom Campbell <[email protected]>Sent: January-23-15 1:40 PMTo: Mortimer, CherylSubject: Township of Muskoka Lakes Veterans & Troops Support/Remembrance Ad -

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Importance: High

Hello Mayor Furniss & Council, We would like to first Thank the Town of Muskoka Lakes very much for your consideration with the Military Service Recognition Book. The Military Service Recognition Book will honour our past and present day Veterans and Troops in print form with full biographies and photographs. To do this, submissions have been collected at local legion branches and with the help of our Veterans, their families and friends, this special publication will be released by September 2015 and in time for the Remembrance Day Ceremonies. A Minimum 17,500 Copies will be available free of charge for the public at the local branches. Most importantly the Military Service Recognition Book will be provided to Schools and Public libraries to help the younger generation better understand the sacrifices made by our Veterans. We would be honoured to have the Town of Muskoka Lakes involved by way of purchasing a Veterans Support/Remembrance Ad. Many have taking this opportunity to thank our Veterans with their message. Your support at any level would be greatly appreciated. If you any questions, please let me know. Thank you very much. Best Regards, Tom Campbell The Royal Canadian Legion Ontario Command 1-855-241-6967 Campaign Office

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TO: Mayor Furniss and Members of the Committee of the Whole

MEETING DATE: February 17, 2015

SUBJECT: Survey for Camp Ramah land exchange.

RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Committee of the Whole recommend to Township Council that approval be given to the draft survey submitted by the Jewish Theological Society - Camp Ramah (2-22-001);

AND FURTHER THAT once the Township of Muskoka Lakes

receives registered copies of the survey, staff complete the exchange of Part 1 on said plan to the Township of Muskoka Lakes with Part 2 on said plan being stopped up, closed and conveyed to the Jewish Theological Society.


Approved By: Cheryl Mortimer, Clerk 12/02/15 Original signed by C. Mortimer Acknowledged: C. Harris, Interim CAO 12/02/15 Original signed by C. Harris

SUMMARY: Bill Van Ryn of C.C. Tatham and Associates will be presenting a draft survey for

consideration in regard to a request for a land exchange between the Jewish Theological Society (Camp Ramah) and the Township of Muskoka Lakes.

BACKGROUND: Attached is a copy of the staff reports from July 16, 2013 and March 19, 2013 for

your reference. FINANCIAL: The applicant is responsible for all survey and legal costs associated with the

land exchange.

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MEETING DATE: July 16, 2013

SUBJECT: Request to exchange lands Camp Ramah 2-22-001 and the Township of Muskoka Lakes 2-22-002

RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Committee of the Whole recommend to Township Council that tentative approval be given to the proposal submitted by the Jewish Theological Society (Camp Ramah) 2-22-001 for the closure and conveyance of a portion of the Original Shore Road Allowance lying in front of Concession B, Lot 41 and 42 (Watt), Skeleton Lake in exchange for the transfer of a strip of land of equal value as outlined in the July 16, 2013 staff report, to the Township of Muskoka Lakes lying on the south side of the Skeleton River pursuant to the conditions provided in Township Council Policy C-LS-08 for the Sale of Road Allowances and the following:

1. That the lands transferred to the Township of Muskoka Lakes be accepted as parkland and joined with the Fish Hatchery Park property (2-22-002).

2. That the Jewish Theological Society be responsible for all costs associated with the above noted transactions including all survey and legal costs incurred.

3. That once the sale of the Original Shore Road Allowance is completed the License Agreement for the encroachment of a water main situated on the Original Shore Road Allowance be terminated and said file be deemed as closed.

APPROVALS: Date Signature

Submitted By: Teri Guthrie, Clerk’s Assistant 05/07/13 Original signed by T. Guthrie


Acknowledged: Chris Wray, CAO 05/07/13 Original signed by C. Wray

SUMMARY: Based on the standards of Township Policy C-LS-08 (Sale of Original Shore Road Allowances) it is recomme nded that the Township provide t entative approval for the revised proposal submitted by Camp Ramah for an exchange of land.


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ORIGIN: At the March 19, 2013 Committee of the Whole meeting, an application was considered for an exch ange of land between the Jewish Theological Society (Camp Ramah) – 2-22-001 and the Township of Muskoka Lakes (Fish Hatchery Park) 2-22-002. Committee was generally supportive of a land exchange; however, deferred the request at that time to allow the applicant to further review options for a straight land exchange of equal value.

BACKGROUND: A copy of the March 19, 2013 Committee of the Whole meeting report is attached for background information. You will note that the applicants were looking for a straight land exchange . Co mmittee requested that the a pplicants return to a future meeting with a proposal for a land exchange of equal value. The Township is now in rec eipt of correspondence outlining a new proposal for the land exchange, a copy of which is attached.

As you will see from the amended map, the applicant is proposing to increase the land along the Skeleton River to almost double the area from the original proposal. This would be exchanged fo r the Original Shore Road Allowance lying along Skeleton Lake.

The Recreational Trails Worker recommended that the most suitable option for increasing the lands from the original proposal would be to double the width on the south side of the Skeleton River as she f eels that portions of the existing trail may protrude beyond a 66 foot dist ance from the river. She indicated that this should be confirmed by a surveyor and the la nds on which the existing trail is situated be included in the land exchange.

The applicant’s agent will be in attendance at the July 16, 2013 Committee of the whole meeting regarding the revised request.

FINANCIAL: At the rate of $0.75 per square foot , pursuant to Township Policy C-LS-08, the value of the unflooded portion of Original Shore Road Allowance would be approximately $50,052.00.

At the rate of $0.40 per square foot, pursuant to the rate established in Township Policy C-LS-08, the val ue of the st rip of land a butting the Skeleton River would be approximately $50,375.00.


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MEETING DATE: March 19, 2013

SUBJECT: Request for consideration of a land exchange - a portion of Original Shore Road Allowance and a portion of land - Skeleton River (Fish Hatchery Park) Watt, Jewish Theological Society (Camp Ramah) 2-22-001

RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Committee of the Whole recommend to Township Council that tentative approval be given to the proposal submitted by the Jewish Theological Society (Camp Ramah) 2-22-001 for the closure and conveyance of Original Shore Road Allowance lying in front of Concession B, Lot 41 and 42 (Watt), Skeleton Lake and the acquisition by the Township of Muskoka Lakes of a 66 foot wide strip of land from the Jewish Theological Society lying south of the Skeleton River pursuant to the conditions provided in Township Council Policy C-LS-08 for the Sale of Road Allowances and the following:

1. That a rate of $0.75 per square foot be payable by the Jewish Theological Society to the Township of Muskoka Lakes for the Original Shore Road Allowance.

2. That a rate of $0.40 per square foot be payable by the Township of Muskoka Lakes to the Jewish Theological Society for the strip of land.

3. That the Jewish Theological Society be responsible for all costs associated with the above noted transactions including all survey and legal costs incurred.

4. That once the sale of the Original Shore Road Allowance is completed the License Agreement for the encroachment of a water main situated on the Original Shore Road Allowance be terminated and said file be deemed as closed.


Submitted By: Teri Guthrie, Clerk’s Assistant 13/03/13 Original signed by T. Guthrie


Acknowledged: Chris Wray, CAO 13/03/13 Original signed by C. Wray

SUMMARY: Based on the standards of Township Policy C-LS-08 (Sale of Original Shore Road Allowances) it is recomme nded that the Township provide tentative approval for this request.


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ORIGIN: An application to exchange a portion of Original Shore Road Allowance, shown in yellow on the aerial map attached, with a 66 foot wide strip of land, shown in white, abutting the south side of the Skeleton River, has b een received from the Jewish Theological Society (Camp Ramah) – 2-22-001.

BACKGROUND: The Township’s Parks Master Plan, prepared in 1991, identified the Fish

Hatchery Park property as a recreational opportunity for the Township. The Plan indicated the opportunit y for interpretive site picnicking facilities trail link to Lil y Lake.

In 1993, the Township of Muskoka Lakes acquired the Fish Hatchery Park from the Provincial Govern ment as the Ministry of Natural Resources declared the lands surplus. The Fish Hatchery Park has an existing trail system.

The request from the Jewish Theological Societ y is to obtain the Original Shore Road Allowance lying in front of the Camp Ramah property in exchange for lands along the Skeleton River to the waterfalls. T his would provide a connection between the Fish Hatchery Park and the Original Road Allowance lying between Concessions A and B, Watt, which is the Old Parry Sound Road. Acquiring this land creates potential f or connectivity from the Township owned Fish Hatchery Park to other public lands.

JEWISH THEOLOGICAL SOCIETY – SKELETON LAKE – 2-22-001

Legal Description: Concession B, Lots 41 and 42, Watt

Location: Skeleton Lake

Access: Year Round Maintained Road

Civic Address: 1104 Fish Hatchery Road

Extent : Back lands - Approximately 64,583 square feet

OSRA land – Approximately 66,736 square feet

Property Unit Tax Class: Religious (REL)

Staff Comments: The Director of Planning, Fire Chief, Develop ment Services Coordinator and Director of Public Works have no objection to the proposal submitted to the Township. Senior Staff are however, more supportive of the sale of the Original Shore Road Allowance by the Township of Muskoka Lakes to t he Jewish Theological Society for the set rate of $0.75 p er square foot as per Township Council Policy C-LS-8 and for the purchase of the 66 foot strip of land by the Township of Muskoka Lakes from th e Jewish Theological Society for the set rate of $0.40 per square foot as per Township Council Policy C-LS-08. This is proposed rather than a straight exchange of land as t here is a significant difference in property value betwe en the Original Shore Road Allowance lying along Skeleton Lake and the sub ject back lands and the potential difference in area of lands to be exchanged.


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The Director of Planning advises t hat this proposal was r aised and generally agreed upon as part of the planning process for By-law 2012-14 (Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA-02/12) to access a waterfall on the Ca mp property. The closure and conveyance of the Original Shore Road Allowance to the Jewish Theological Society will also correct a number of encroachments.

There is currently a 20 year license agreement in place with the Camp due to an encroaching water mai n which runs from the lake, across the Origin al Shore Road Allowance to feed a dry h ydrant system for the purpose of fire protection. The Fire Chief advises that the water supply system supplies the dry hydrants and other water needs and will continue to function upon the sale of the Original Shore Road Allowance should it be needed by the Fire Departme nt for fire suppression. There is ample supply for the Fire Department needs.

Amy McLeish, the Township’s Recr eational Trails Worker, conducted a site visit of the subject lands on February 13, 2013. She noted there is significant recreational value to the lands along the Skeleton River and is supportive of the proposal. A copy of the site visit report is attached to this report.

We are recommending that the Ori ginal Shore Road Allowance be conveyed to the Jewish Theological Society for the following reasons:

1. The applicant owns all t he property directly to the rear of the respective road allowance requested to be closed.

2. Closing the above noted road allowance does not prejudicially affect the property owners to either side of the applicant’s property.

3. There are encroachments situated on the Original Shore Road Allowance including a water main which is cur rently legalized by a License Agreement between the Township and the pr operty owner. Conveyance of the land would eliminated the need for the license agreement and remove any liability from the Township associated with same.

4. As part of the transaction, the Township would acquire the 66 foot strip of back land along the south side of the Skeleton River to the waterfall. If transferred, the Township would need to ensure that this trail is wholly located on the lands to be acquired.

FINANCIAL: The rate of $0.75 per square foot will be payable by the Jewish T heological Society to the Township pursuant to Township Policy C-LS-08 for the portion of Original Shore Road Allowance amounting to approximately $50,052.00.

The rate of $0.40 per square foot will be payable by the Township of Muskoka Lakes to the Jewish Theological Society pursuant to the rate established in Township Policy C-LS-08 for the sale of Original Road Allowances, for the strip of land amounting to approximately $25,833.20.


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Report on proposed land exchange with Camp Ramah Lands bordering Skeleton River

Report issued by Amy McLeish, Recreational Trails, Township of Muskoka Lakes Submitted to Cheryl Mortimer, Clerk’s Office, Township of Muskoka Lakes February 13, 2013

Area reviewed February 13, 2013 Deep snow, -3 degrees Celsius, overcast

Description of land

The property suggested for exchange, located adjacent to Fish Hatchery Park off Fish Hatchery Road (Image 1), can best be described as a mixed hardwood forest lot. These areas are hilly, with some low-lying, and moderately to extremely steep areas. The land in question follows both the North, and South side of the Skeleton River embankment from the North Northwest quadrant of the Fish Hatchery Park, to a natural waterfall roughly 850m to the Northwest (Image 2). Geological features include rocky ridges, the Skeleton River, and waterfall.

The South side of the River consists of a well-traveled trail that is largely defined, with hilly, moderately steep, and low-ly ing areas. The trail appears to be frequently used.

The North side of the River is mostly very steep, and would be unsuitable for recreational use (Image 3).

Recreational value

The subject property is deemed to be of significant recreational value based upon the following considerations:

Public access to a natural waterfall within the Township Sensitive natural areas Rock cliffs Ecotourism opportunities Scenic areas

History of Use

Prior observations have been that loca l landowners, and tourists utiliz e the trail.

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Significant Natural Features

Subject property:

Mixed hardwood forest Rock ridges and geological features River basin, wetland and wildlife Waterfall High likelihood of amphibian habitat

Possible Recreational Deterrents

The remote location may make the subjec t property undesirable for recreati onal use. However, the existence of infrastructure such as the adjacent Park, waterfront, a nearby school, and a publicly accessible waterfall would likely override the remoteness.

The significantly steep areas on the North side of the river make that parti cular side of little recreational value, other than for scenic, and ecological purposes.

Seasonal conditions do not allow for an adequate evaluation of safety and environmental concerns, including s uitable substrate and sensitivit y to development. Prior experience provides for the belief that the footing would be suitable for trail development, with some moderately s teep, rocky sections, and root stairways.

Further review by survey would be beneficia l to ensure that the existing trail lays within the confines of the proposed land.

Recommendations

Given the proxim ity to existing infrastructure, and the unique and ecologically appealing landscape, it is highly recommended that this exchange be considered for approval pending consideration from senior staff and other interested parties.

It is believed that the land on the South-side of the river in particular, would make an excellent addition to the Muskoka Lakes Tr ails inventory, with little outlay, and could provide for excellent tourism and educational opportunities.


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Image 1: Township lands end (interpretive trail to right), South-shore trail continue to left.

Image 2: Waterfall

Image 3: Very steep North-shore lands


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SUBJECT: Original Shore Road Allowance on Lake Rosseau lying in front of Concession 2, Lot 32, (Watt) TIBBLES, 2-8-033

RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Committee of the Whole recommend to Township Council that tentative approval be given to the request to purchase a portion of Original Shore Road Allowance submitted by Thomas and Adrienne Tibbles (2-8-033) lying in front of Concession 2, Lot 32 (Watt) on Lake Rosseau pursuant to the conditions provided in this staff report, as well as Township Council Policy C-LS-08.


Approved By: Cheryl Mortimer, Clerk 11/02/15 Original signed by C. Mortimer Acknowledged By: Clayton Harris 11/02/15 Original signed by C. Harris Interim CAO

SUMMARY: Based on the standards of Township Policy C-LS-08 (Sale of Original Shore

Road Allowances) it is recommended that the Township provide tentative approval for this application.

ORIGIN: An application to purchase a portion of Original Shore Road Allowance, shown cross-hatched on the maps included herein has been received from Thomas and Adrienne Tibbles.

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BACKGROUND: TIBBLES ~ 2-8-033

Legal Description: Concession 2, Lot 32, Watt

Fish Habitat Classification: Type 1 and 2 – Most significant and General

Location: Lake Rosseau

Access: Private Road off Municipal Road

Civic Addresses: 1110 Shennamere Road, Unit 8

Extent: Approximately 322 feet of frontage


STAFF COMMENTS: The Director of Planning, the Development Services Coordinator, and the Interim Director of Public Works have no objections to this application. The Director of Planning advises that the waterfront portion of the property is zoned Waterfront Residential (WR1). The property meets the lot of record criteria. We are recommending that the applicants’ request be granted for the following reasons:

1. The applicants own all of the property directly to the rear of the respective road allowance requested to be closed.

2. There appears to be encroachments on the Original Shore Road Allowances.

3. Closing the above noted road allowances do not prejudicially affect the property owners to either side of the applicants’ properties.

FINANCIAL: The rate of $1.10 per square foot will be payable to the Township by the

applicants for the Original Shore Road Allowance, pursuant to Township Policy C-LS-08.

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SUBJECT: Original Shore Road Allowance on Lake Rosseau lying in front of Concessions 11 and 12, Lots 31 and 32, (Watt) LINDROS, 2-26-029

RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Committee of the Whole recommend to Township Council that tentative approval be given to the request to purchase portions of Original Shore Road Allowance submitted by Eric Lindros (2-26-029) lying in front of Concessions 11 and 12, Lots 31 and 32 (Watt) Lake Rosseau pursuant to the conditions provided in this staff report, the recommendations of the Director of Planning as well as Township Council Policies C-LS-08 for the Sale of Original Shore Road Allowances and C-LS-09 for the Sale of Flooded Lands.


Approved By: Cheryl Mortimer, Clerk 12/02/15 Original signed by C. Mortimer Acknowledged By: Clayton Harris 12/02/15 Original signed by C. Harris Interim CAO

SUMMARY: Based on the standards of Township Policy C-LS-08 (Sale of Original Shore Road Allowances) and C-LS-09 (Sale of Flooded Lands) it is recommended that the Township provide tentative approval for this application.

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ORIGIN: An application to purchase a portion of Original Shore Road Allowance, shown cross-hatched on the maps included herein has been received from Eric Lindros. Mr. Lindros has also applied to purchase the flooded portion of the Original Shore Road Allowance lying between the Crown Lake Bed beneath his two storey boathouse and the shore road allowance as he will be purchasing the lake bed from the Ministry of Natural Resources.

BACKGROUND: LINDROS ~ 2-26-029

Legal Description: Concessions 11 and 12, Lots 31 and 32, Watt

Fish Habitat Classification: Type 1 and 2 – Most significant and General

Location: Lake Rosseau

Access: Private Road off Municipal Road

Civic Addresses: 1347 Rosseau Lake Road 1, Unit 24

Extent: Approximately 1375 feet of frontage


STAFF COMMENTS: The Director of Planning, the Development Services Coordinator, and the Interim Director of Public Works have no objections to this application. The Director of Planning advises that the property is zoned Waterfront Residential (WR5-7) along the waterfront. The property exceeds the lot of record criteria. The Director of Planning also notes that the property was created by severance in application B/11/94/ML, which means the Original Shore Road Allowance will not merge with the subject property


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unless the original severance is broken. An option would be to transfer a small area of land to the Township Road Allowance at the rear of the lot to break the severance. We are recommending that the applicant’s request be granted for the following reasons:

1. The applicant owns all of the property directly to the rear of the respective road allowance requested to be closed.

2. There appears to be encroachments on the Original Shore Road Allowance.

3. Closing the above noted road allowance does not prejudicially affect the property owners to either side of the applicant’s property.

FINANCIAL: The rate of $1.10 per square foot will be payable to the Township by the

applicant for the Original Shore Road Allowance, pursuant to Township Policy C-LS-08.


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TO: Mayor Don Furniss and Members of Council MEETING DATE: February 17, 2015 SUBJECT: Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) Membership RECOMMENDATION: That Committee of the Whole recommend to Council support for

consolidating FCM membership for the area municipalities at the District level.


Submitted By: Clayton Harris, Interim CAO 12/02/15 Original signed by C. Harris

ORIGIN: Consolidating the FCM membership at the District was discussed at a recent

CAO meeting as a way of reducing costs without impacting services. BACKGROUND: The CAO’s from across the District meet on a regular basis to discuss issues and

topics of common interest. Opportunities for cost sharing are regularly discussed. The purpose of this report is to get Council support for one FCM membership at

the District level, rather than each area municipality having an individual membership. FCM has advised that in a two (2) tier system there is the option of the upper tier municipality holding the membership and the area municipalities participating through the District and still receiving full benefits.

FCM membership is based on a flat fee per member and a cost per capita. The

2015 – 2016 cost of membership through the District would be $8,603.03 versus $9,863.03 for individual municipal memberships. The savings are a result of going to one flat fee for the District membership.

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To take advantage of the savings requires each municipality to support the approach. The cost sharing that is being proposed is that the District pays for 50% of the membership cost and the balance is shared proportionately by the area municipalities based on population. The cost allocation would be as follows:

Municipality % of Population Portion of FCM Fee Bracebridge 26 $1,118.40 Gravenhurst 21 903.32 Huntsville 32 1,376.48 Georgian Bay 4 172.06 Lake of Bays 6 258.09 Muskoka Lakes 11 473.17 District of Muskoka 4,301.51 $8,603.03 FINANCIAL: The cost to the Township of Muskoka Lakes for an individual membership for

2015 – 2016 is $1,266.97. Support for the proposal discussed above would result in annual savings of $793.87 with no change in service.

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TO: Mayor Furniss and Members of Committee of the Whole

MEETING DATE: February 17, 2015 SUBJECT: CORRESPONDENCE FROM THE TOWN OF MISSISSIPPI MILLS

RECOMMENDATION: That the Committee of the Whole recommend to Township Council

that the Township of Muskoka Lakes supports the January 13, 2015 resolution passed by the Council of the Town of Mississippi Mills requesting that the Province of Ontario grant Ontario municipalities the authority to control the design, placement, and scale of any structure related to hydro generation projects in its urban heritage core.


Submitted By: Cheryl Mortimer, Clerk 09/02/15 Original signed by C. Mortimer

Acknowledged: Clayton Harris, Interim CAO 09/02/15 Original signed by C. Harris

SUMMARY: That consideration is given to support the resolution passed by the Town of

Mississippi Mills regarding authority over hydro generation projects. ORIGIN: Correspondence was received from the Town of Mississippi Mills, a copy of

which is attached. BACKGROUND: The Township of Muskoka Lakes received correspondence from the Town of

Mississippi Mills seeking support of their January 13, 2015 resolution from Ontario municipalities which have a river running through their urban area with respect to authority over hydro generation projects.

Mayor Furniss has indicated his support for this request. It has therefore been placed on an agenda for consideration of support by the Township of Muskoka Lakes.

FINANCIAL: NA

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A regular meeting of the Muskoka Lakes Trail committee was held on May 14, 2014at the Torrance community center. Present: Ruth Nishikawa, Phil Harding, Al Young, Alex Tilley, Bob Other: Ron Scott Guest: Hap Wilson Meeting was called to order by Ruth Nishikawa @ 2p.m. A review of past meeting minutes took place. No revisions added. Ruth introduces Hap Wilson to the committee. Hap has extensive trail building experience. He has brought forward a request to review Fish Hatchery trail repairs. He will be working with Kate Monk. He suggests committee review the “Trail building Manual” available through tourism and culture Hap will send Ruth a template that may be used by committee when on trails to complete needs assessments. Marketing discussion: Should we be advertising the Red Leaves Trails and Bruce Lake trail system? Walkers Point community center trails should be added to the township mapping system. A suggestion to contact Mike Silver from Clear Lake to conduct a 'night tour' and experience on the Torrance Barrens. Partnership opportunities could be available when a planned hike takes place. For example a May Day hike sponsored by the Muskoka Store, providing a donation to the trails committee for improvements, event opportunities. Create opportunities to work with cyclists. Needs / Wish list Trail needs study – trail inventory. A check list of the needs of each trail to be created. Hap will assist. Trail Maps – you are here maps throughout trail. Hash tag posts # that can be given to emergency assistance. Usable with a smart phone. Wire tags on trees for winter hikes. Torrance Barrens improve signage. Bridges in Hardy Lake to be addressed. Notice boards and suggestion mailboxes put back in operation. Active transportation Ruth spoke on the funding available at the district. Committee discussed the opportunity to link Torrance to Bala, and then in future Walkers Point to Torrance. These currently are the shortest links within ML meeting criteria for funding. ATVs Committee discussed bring this forward to council. It was agreed that ATV's have a place in the township. All agreed that not allowing use in major centers, Bala, Port Carling, and Windermere. Meeting adjourned 4:05 pm

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