THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MADAWASKA VALLEY RECREATION, HERITAGE and CULTURE COMMITTEE MEETING Meeting Place: Municipal Office, 85 Bay Street, Barry's Bay Wednesday, April 18, 2018 9:00 a.m.
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1. Call to Order
2. Declaration of Pecuniary Interest
3. Adoption of the Agenda
3.1 Wednesday, April 18, 2018 RECOMMENDATION: THAT the Recreation, Heritage and Culture Committee Meeting Agenda for Wednesday, April 18, 2018 be approved as presented.
4. Delegations and Presentations
3 - 14 4.1 Elaine Schweig, Combermere Recreation Committee RE: Meeting Minutes - February 6, 2018
4.2 Gary Medwid, Madawaska Valley Falcons Hockey Club Inc.
5. Correspondence
15 5.1 Letter from Renfrew County and District Health Unit - February 15, 2018 RE: Combermere Community Centre
17 - 18 5.2 Letter from Carmel Rumleskie - February 12, 2018 RE: Mission House Museum and Gallery
6. New Business
19 - 77 6.1 The Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail Management Plan 2017 - DRAFT
79 - 100 6.2 Discover Barry's Bay Ontario Snowmobiling
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7. Unfinished Business
101 - 103 7.1 Staff Report - Jamie Herron RE: Combermere Outdoor Rink 2017/2018
105 - 114 7.2 Report - Rhea Sabatine - March 16, 2018 RE: Madawaska Valley Fitness Centre - Final Report
8. Public Question Period
9. In Camera - None
10. Return to Open Session
11. Next Meeting Date
Wednesday, April 23, 2018 - 9:00 a.m.
12. Adjournment
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2. February Minutes Combermere and Area Recreation Committee Meeting –
Community Centre – February 06, 2018- 7:00p.m.
Call to order: 7:06pm Attendance: Jenny Peplinskie, Bev Rose, Nancy Betournay, Shelly Maika, Melissa McCaig, Gloria Kosnaskie, Glady Bellisle, Paula Schreader, Larraine McEllistrum, Rita McLean, Sandra Phanenhour, Elaine Schweig
Declaration of Pecuniary Interest: None
Adoption of Agenda: Moved by: Larraine McEllistrum 2nd: Rita McLean Vote: Carried
Delegations :
Adoption of Minutes: Moved by: Paula Schreader 2nd: Bev Rose
Address from Chair: Formation of Combermere and Area Recreation Committee –October 26, 2017 minutes read as reference following queries about the legitimacy of the Committee.
Business Arising from Minutes: Update: Committee information – 1. New members of committee approved by council (Melissa McCaig and Diane Peplinskie), Karate members have indicated that they wish to attend meetings as directed by Christine Darbyson in the January 12th email correspondence, John Artymko had indicated he wanted to become a committee member and Christine Darbyson had instructed him and anyone else” to attend the next meeting and we can get you signed up.” January 16th Christine Darbyson indicated in correspondence “there are more new members who would like to join so we need to put that on the agenda as well.” Neither Ms Darbyson nor any potential/interested new committee members attended this meeting (06.02.18). 2. Direction from Recreation, Heritage and Culture to attend to completion of development of Terms of Reference with special attention to elections and maximum number of committee members.
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Resolutions Arising from Minutes: Terms of Reference - Code of Conduct - 1. Accept the present Terms of Reference (By-law # 2013-86) with the following changes: a. Meetings: Meetings will generally be held once per month unless required in exceptional circumstances. Motion: Meetings will be held once a month unless required in exceptional circumstances.
Moved by: Larraine McEllistrum 2nd: Melissa McCaig Vote: Carried
Motion: Meetings will be held on the second Tuesday of the month
Moved by: Larraine McEllistrum 2nd: Melissa McCaig Vote: Carried
b. Purpose: Motion: The purpose of the Combermere and Area Recreation Committee is to engage in fundraising activities to assist with new capital projects and/or recreational events for the benefit of the community at large, proposed by the Combermere Recreation Committee, that are endorsed by the Recreation, Heritage and Culture Committee, and receive the approval of Council , but will not be involved with, administer, oversee or manage any specific club or organization .
Moved by: Bev Rose 2nd: Jenny Peplinskie Vote: Carried
2. Elections – Term of office
Motion: The term of office will be for a period of 1 year. Elections will be held the first meeting in October. Moved by: Nancy Betournay 2nd: Melissa McCaig Vote: Carried
3. Maximum number of committee members: Presently there are 17 members; no new members will be accepted at this time. Through attrition, the maximum number will become 15. Motion: The maximum number will be 15 members when that number is achieved. Moved by: Nancy Betournay 2nd: Bev Rose Vote: Carried
4. Process for choosing a new committee member:
Motion: Committee members shall:
1. Be a resident or ratepayer of Township of Madawaska Valley
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2. Support and contribute and be an active participant of the committee as a whole. 3. Be a current active member of the committee to nominate a potential new committee member and have the support of a seconder. 4. Elect a new member by a blind vote. 5. Commit to confidentiality and not undermine the committee as a whole. 6. Respect each other even when they disagree and not contest a volunteer in public.
Moved by: Jenny Peplinskie 2nd: Bev Rose Vote: Carried
Motion: It is the expectation of committee members that: (Code of Conduct) 1. The term “paid volunteers” shall not exist on this committee 2. Committee members are ambassadors to and of the community
Moved by: Melissa McCaig 2nd: Larraine McEllistrum Vote: Carried
Motion: The Combermere and Area Recreation Committee will be focused on the Combermere Area including the former Township of Radcliffe, but will include all of the Township of Madawaska Valley.
Moved by: Larraine McEllistrum 2nd: Jenny Peplinskie Vote: Carried
Accounts:
Correspondence: 1. Pysanky Easter event
Motion: Although the committee recognizes the importance of her work, we are unable to commit to funding at this time. Moved by: Larraine McEllistrum 2nd: Paula Schreader Vote: Carried
2. New Committee Members 3. Festival of Small Halls Elaine Schweig presented information on the Festival of Small Halls.
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Motion: To pursue and fill out the application form (Elaine Schweig to do this).
Moved by: Nancy Betournay 2nd: Bev Rose Vote: Carried
Committee Reports: 1. Family Fun Day February 17, 2018 – Gloria Kosnaskie, Elaine Schweig
Activities will include; a shinny hockey tournament, bonfire, canteen, sliding, snow soccer, ice castle and potluck dinner. The event will begin at 11am and end at 6:30pm
Presented as an information up-date.
. 2.St. Paddy’s Day Event – March 17, 2018 – Jenny Peplinskie, Melissa McCaig Jenny Peplinskie presented an irish pub with local entertainers to be scheduled from 2pm until 7pm. The afternoon admission fee will be $5.00 at the door and the dinner will be an additional $10.00 with children 10 and under being $5.00. Melissa McCaig presented the plans for the St Patrick’s Day dance and will be hiring a DJ for $300.00 to provide the music for the evening. Will be getting the sound system for the event through a member of the community. This is a licensed event and food will be available. Smart serve certified volunteers will be handling the bar and working the door. The 24 hour insurance (PAL) has been obtained for $155.00 through the Co-operators.
Presented as an information up-date.
Old Business:
1. Irish Whistle Class – Ernie Peplinskie will invite Leslie Hunt as a delegation Leslie is unavailable at this time due to a family emergency
Presented as an information up-date.
2. Sound system for Hall– Ernie Peplinskie report on the possibility of obtaining a grant to assist with purchase of a sound system for the Combermere Community Centre
Presented as an information up-date.
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3. Update on trophies – Rita McLean Greg Doyle came and measured the hall to find an area where the trophy case could be re-mounted. The only location large enough is in the alcove to the left when entering the building. The museum presently has a picture hanging in this area.
Motion: That a letter be sent asking permission from Dave Kelly (museum representative) to relocate their picture to another location in the entry way.
Moved by: Larraine McEllistrum 2nd: Sandra Phanenhour Vote: Carried
Presented as an information up-date.
New Business: 1. Smart Serve Opportunity: Jenny Peplinskie: On Saturday February 24th from 1pm-6pm at the Combermere Community Centre. There will be no charge for members of the Combermere and Area Recreation Committee. The cost will be $45 for the course and $25 for the refresher course. All information is on the Facebook page.
Presented as an information up-date.
2. Resignation Judy Cole has chosen to resign; we will miss her hard work, enthusiasm and positive committee input. We thank her for financial gift to the Combermere and Area Recreation Committee.
Motion: To accept Judy Cole’s resignation.
Moved by: Melissa McCaig 2nd: Nancy Betournay Vote: Carried
3.Missions and Goals:: Think about fundraising planning – possibilities Rita McLean and Larraine McEllistrum will pursue the possibility of obtaining chair covers to enhance the appearance of the Community Centre chairs for formal occasions.
Next Meeting: March 13, 7:15 pm., 2018 at the Community Centre
Adjournment: 9:00 pm.
Motion to adjourn
Moved by: Jenny Peplinskie 2nd: Rita McLean Vote: Carried
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Jan 16 Christine Darbyson to me
Hi Elaine,
We usually would fund this with karate money . Not sure what the status is anymore... But, it should go on the next agenda as it is something we normally would fund. You can contact her about the price. If not, we have in the past hire Karen to do a class at the community center. Also, on the agenda there more new members that would like to join so we need to put that on the agenda as well. When is the next meeting? Again, we would like to be at the beginning of the meeting - if possible as the new members will be related to karate Thanks Christine
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February 28, 2018 Delegation to Township of Madawaska Valley
Combermere and Area Recreation Committee
The Combermere and Area Recreation Committee has focused on studying, refining and updating the Terms of Reference and Code of Conduct to enable the smooth functioning of the Committee going forward. We would recommend that the following motions be accepted as an addendum to By-law Number 2013-86:
Terms of Reference - Code of Conduct - The Committee accepts the present Terms of Reference (By-law # 2013-86) with the following additions: Purpose: The purpose of the Combermere and Area Recreation Committee is to engage in fundraising activities to assist with new capital projects and/or recreational events for the benefit of the community at large, proposed by the Combermere Recreation Committee, that are endorsed by the Recreation, Heritage and Culture Committee, and receive the approval of Council, but will not be involved with, administer, oversee or manage any specific club or organization. The Combermere and Area Recreation Committee will be focused on the Combermere Area including the former Township of Radcliffe, but will include all of the Township of Madawaska Valley. Elections: Executive – Term of Office: The term of office will be for a period of 1 year. Elections will be held the first meeting in October. Meetings will generally be held once per month unless required in exceptional circumstances. Meetings will be held on the second Tuesday of the month. A quorum will consist of 50% plus one of whomever is in attendance. By By- law 2013-86 a quorum shall consist of no less than three (3) members of the committee. Maximum number of committee members: Presently there are 17 committee members; no new members will be accepted at this time. Through attrition, the maximum number will become 15. The maximum number will be 15 members when that number is achieved. Process for choosing a new committee member: Committee members shall: 1. Be a resident or ratepayer of Township of Madawaska Valley 2. Support and contribute and be an active participant of the committee as a whole. 3. Be a current active member of the committee to nominate a potential new committee member and have the support of a seconder. 4. Elect a new member by a blind vote.
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It is the expectation of committee members that: (Code of Conduct) 1. The term “paid volunteers” shall not exist on this committee. 2. Committee members are ambassadors to and of the community. 3. Committee members commit to confidentiality and not undermine the committee as a whole. 4. If you miss more than four consecutive meetings without due cause you are no longer a member of the committee. 5. Respect will be shown to each other even when members disagree, and members should not contest a volunteer in public.
Our mandate shall be: Fundraising events and special events for the community.
Events: January: No events were scheduled for January. February: The Family Fun Day event was held February 17, 2018. Thanks to committee member Gloria Kosnaskie for her work in organizing the Shinny Hockey Tournament. Other events included sliding, snow soccer, a bonfire, building an ice castle and a pot-luck dinner. Thanks to Shelley Maika and all our other volunteers and participants who made the day a success.
Financial Report: Accounts have not been reconciled as no fundraising events were held in January, and expenses and revenues for the February 17 event occurred after the February meeting.
Facilities Update – Health and Safety: The Renfrew County Health Unit, on February 7, 2018, performed an inspection of the Combermere Community Centre kitchen and the Combermere Rink Building kitchen. Both facilities passed inspection, which is valid for one year.
Respectfully submitted,
Elaine Schweig, Chair, Combermere and Area Recreation Committee
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Renfrew County and District Health Uni “Optimal health for all in RenfrewCounty and District”
February 15, 2018
Dear Mr. Kutchkoskie
The sample(s) of water obtained from your premises located at the Combennere Community Centre, 1095B Farmer Rd., Combermere, taken by Victor Elkov of this of?ce on February 8, 2018 is reported by the Ontario Ministryof Health Regional Laboratory as:
Canteen hand wash basin
Canteen hand wash basin
In view of the result of analysis shown above the water is considered to be Grade 1
Grade 1 Water is considered bacteriologicallysuitable for drinking.
Three samples with results of 5 total colifonns or less, collected to 3 weeks apart, indicate a bacteriologicallySAFE supply ifthe supply is protected and located at least 15M(50 feet) for a drilledwellor 30M (100 feet) for other types of wells from any source of human or animal waste.
Grade 3 Water is NOT suitable bacteriologicallyfor drinking unless boiledor properly disinfected.
No coliform bacteria could be detected because of "overgrowth" by other bacteria.
This sample is an audit sample by the Renfrew County and DistrictHealth Unit and cannot be used as part of the sampling frequency as specified in the Small Drinking Water SystemDirective(s).
have any questions regarding the results of this analysis we be pleased to advise you further.
Victor Elkov, B.Sc., B.A.Sc., C.P.H.|.(C) Public Health Inspector EnvironmentalHealth 613-735-8654,
7 International Drive, Pembroke, Ontario K8A 6W5 - www.rcdhu.com
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AODA — Accessibility for Ontarians Disabilities Act
AT — Algonquin Trail
EOTA — Eastern Ontario TrailsAlliance
ERS — Emergency Response Services
MA — Managing Authority
MEDEI— Ministry of Economic Development, Employment and Infrastructure
MNRF — Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry
OFATV — Ontario Federation of AllTerrain Vehicle Clubs
OFSC — Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs
OMAFRA— Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and
OTC — Ontario Trails Council OVRT - Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail
ROW — Right of Way the rail corridor)
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1.0 Introduction
1.1 Location Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail is approximately km in length running from outside Mattawa to outside Smiths Falls. The former rail bed was part of a longer line from Ottawa to Sudbury. The corridor is 990.3 hectares, the width of the corridor varies from90+/-and has 37 bridges and underpasses. AppendixA - Map ofthe Ottawa Valley Recr..-ation frail.
1.2 Natural Features and Wildlife The natural features found along the trail vary from trave' sing through vast wetlands to following the beautiful Ottawa River. The OVRT is a 296 km linear green space for deer, mrmse, bear, coyote to travel connecting wintering or breeding areas as well as provide huntin grounds for many birds including hawks and owls. g
In 1853, caught up in the excitement and fureseeing the benefits-of a railway, the municipalities in the United Counties of Lanark and Rnnfrewsecured land and agreed to underwrite the Brockvilleand Ottawa Railway Company (B&O)to the tune of £200,000.
The first phase of the railway started at Brockvilleand ran to Smiths Falls. it was to be continued to Arnprior and Pembroke, with several branch lines to Westport, Newboro, and Merrickville. Only a line to Perth was realized.
The inaugural run from Brockvilleto Smiths Falls began on sub-zero February morning 1859. Travelling at .'l.5 mph, the wood-burning locomotive carrying two coaches filled with passengers took 2 )2 hours to reach Sn.ithr Falls. The trip to Perth took another 7 hours because of a broken coupling and lack of water. Five years of construction took a heavy toll on the B&O interest payments could not be met and refinancing had to be arranged.
{he line was extended to Carleton Place in 1859 and reached the Ottawa River through Almonte, Arnprior, and Sand Point in 1864. B&Oturned over the right to build from Arnprior to Pembroke to Canada Central Railway and the line was extended through Renfrew County in the 18705. Both companies were united under Canadian Pacific Railway Company and linked with transconfinentalnetwork in 1881.1
The counties were noti?ed about Canadian Paci?c's intent to discontinue and sell the Ottawa Valley Railway be-‘ween Smiths Falls and Sudbury in January 2010. After CP diverted traffic off the line, short-line operator RailAmerica terminated its lease with CP. This launched a process under the Canada Transportation Act that provides stipulated time periods for various stakeholders to express interest purchasing
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2.2 Public Consultation The Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail Management Plan is the product of the extensive consultation process including: Advisory Committee and planning team input. Six public meetings in Renfrew County and four in Lanark County which provided a considerable number of public comments available for review that have built into this Management Plan. Stakeholder consultation. Council approval.
2.3 Statement of Issues The Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail Management Plan provides strategies address following key issues which were identified through public consultation and by the Ottawa Valley Recreation TrailAdvisory Committee. Uses allowed along the full corridor. Uses allowed in urban versus rural corridor areas. Access and by-passes for urban am‘ ru‘al Trail maintenance. Funding. Management relationships.
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4.0 Management of the Ottawa Valley Recreation Trai
4.1 Management Structure Overall there is an overarching three party federated management structure each of the three sections owned by a separate party authority, namely, each of Lanar-liCounty, Township of Papineau-Cameron and Renfrew County. Eachauthority will maintainitsown section of trail, based on their own capabilities and abilities within their geographic Boundariesas set out in this Management Plan. It is suggested that the Partners meet at’ {east omzttatyear to share information, resources and discuss other items important to the management dperation of V the OVRT. Appendix D - Co-Owners Agreement.
4.2 Cost Sharing ‘ As per the Co-owners Agreement, all maintenance andmanagementtcostsare borne by the respective Managing Authority. The co-owners may striveEnwork together to identify and submit in anyjoint funding opportunities. Municipalities mayalso peruse funding opportunities individually where appropriate. Each Managing Authority hasits ownbudget and budgetary planning and approval process to managethe GVRTtrail in theirpwiiershipand the partners X willprovide an update to each other at rggular?hedt?ed meetings.
4.3 Maintenance Contract Each owner is responsible for all maintenanceon theirtrailsection. They may consider contracting trail maintenancetoathird-party botwouldbe responsible for the oversight and contract administratlorufthiswasto l 5.0 Trail Ma. owner is respons?efor managemé?t andmaintenance in their trail section, accordance withthe recqmmendations coritalne in this Management Plan and will provide updafestothe Paktners. d
,;.1 Code Obey alltrail signs Stay on thetrail other trail
_He|p,l(eepour trail beautiful - carry out all litter Show courtesy to other trail users always Keep’dogs under control and on leash
Cfeanup after pets and horses — stoop and scoop! No fires or camping allowed Hunting is not allowed on or across the trail
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5.2 Authorized Trail Users 5.2.1 Hiking/Walking The Ottawa Valley Recreation Trailwillpermit hiking along all sections. and encouraged. Hikerswill share the trail with other all-season users.
5.2.2 Cycling and Alternative Biking The Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail will permit cycling along all sectirms. Cycling be promoted and encouraged. It is recommended the trail surface be upgraded where appropriate and as resources are available with aggregate that accommodates hybrid bikes for three seasons and permits fat biking in the winter months. Other cycling determinations will be made in accordance with other Ontario of Transportation Guidelines other products, such as E-Bikes.
5.2.3 Cross Country Skiing The Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail will permit along all sections during the winter months. Skiers share the trail with snowmobiles and users. Skiing be promoted and encouraged.
5.2.4 ATV/ORV/Side-by-Sides Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail will permit off-road along sections unless indicated by signage with a clearly marked by-pass in place.
For the purposes of the de?nition of "off-road‘vehicle”, the Ontario Ministry of Transportation definition is as follows: Off-road vehicles (sometimes called ORVs) are any two- or three- wheeled motorized vehicles, as well as specific vehicles with four or more wheels as prescribed by regulation, intended for recreationa' use. Examples of off-road vehicles include all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), two-up ATVs, side-by-siue ATVs, terrain vehicles (UTVs), amphibious ATVs,off-road motorcycles and dune buggies.
Nate. Electric and motorized scooters (commonly as go-peds) and pocket bikes are miniature motorcycles about two feet in height and with a speed of 70-80 kph) are not off- mad vehicles and, as such, cannot be registered as off-road vehicles. These vehicles also do not comply with motorcycle standards and cannot be registered as motorcy<:ies.3
The trail may be closed at certain times of the year to preserve the trail bed due to wet condition’ (See Section 5.3).
ATVing will be promoted and encouraged through organized ATV clubs and associations. Memorandum of Understanding be signed with ATV groups the for social events and club use of the trail.
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5.2.5 Snowmobiling The Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail will permit snowmobiles on all sections of trail identified OFSCprescribed trails. A Memorandum of Understanding will be signed with the Snowmobile District and the owners for use of the trail. All sections that allow snowmobile passage will have a corresponding Land Use Agreement between the Club/OFSCand Lani!Owner, on file and shared with the OVRTManaging Authority. Snowmobiles do not have ‘exclusive motorized use of the trail. Snowmobile users will respect and share the trail vvlthother winter users during this time. Snowmobiling will be promoted and encouraged lnvconjtinction Ontario Federation ofsnowmobile Clubs.
5.2.6 Equestrians Equestrian riding is permitted on all sections of the riding be and encouraged in conjunction with the provincial equestrian federation-s.
5.2.7 Other Users, Emergency Response As new modes of travel are developed, the Partners may reviewthe new use based on its ?t with existing uses. The review would behased on request: a)accessby new user groups; b) received conflict reports from other authorizediisers; or c) upon anticipated demand for a new potential market/experience. EmergencyServicesjPolite,_Eireand Arnimiarrce) be allowed to access the trail ROW as required.
5.3 Trail Maintenance
5.3.1 Trail Maintenai Objectives Trail maintenance objectivesare tqpreserve thexxrailyina usable state for the permitted users to access the trail szgfely,~\enjoya‘blyandlsiistainably. I User Safety- any»;lm’eiiswsafety1s.iri question, the trail may be closed the required maintenance can becampleted. ‘- Positige Use?*Experienc\e-trails that have a quality maintenance program help facilitate positive userexperience. Trail Sustainablllty=x_it is recgmmended that any trail maintenance shall be done in accordance withsustainable trail building practices resulting in lower overall costs and a reduced impact on tilesurrounding eco-system. Maintenance activities should be applied where required, and when necessary, as determined by the Managing Authority.
5.3.‘ fative Maintenance, Trail Inspections/Assessments and Maint Logs
5.3.2.1 Preventative Maintenance The most critical aspect of minimal maintenance trails is identifying any minor areas of concern
Of USE!‘ safety. The first and most important aspect preventative maintenance is to ensure
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any repair is done sustainably when possible and feasible. is recommended that proper organizational hierarchy with one knowledgeable member for each Managing Authority (i.e. Trail Maintenance Coordinator) is functionally the best way of making informed decisions and is usually the most effective maintenance model for recreational trails.
is recommended that the Managing Authority conduct regular documented trail inspections- undertaken by properly trained volunteers or paid personnel- to identify any minor trail concerns. Priority of the inspections should be placed on identifying any areas or potential areas of the trail that pose undue risk to the trail user. Any areasof concern arelogged by undertaking a detailed assessment. Refer to Appendix E - Sample TrailInspection Form.
5.3.2.3 Assessments It is recommended that trail assessments include detailed reports any specific issues identified in the regular inspection. A good assessment form, when filled out properly, should identify the exact location, level of concern/risk, problem, proposed solution and completion date. This allows the Managing Authority to make an informed decision to mitigate the area of concern and initiate targeted trail maintenance» Refer to Appendix F - Sample Trail Assessment Farm.
5.3.2.4 Maintenance Log is recommended that, trail inspections and trail assessments, properly completed, should be collected and placed together to create a trail maintenance log. This log is very bene?cial for showing due diligence for us.7,r safety, budgeting.for future maintenance and identifying targeted trail builds for problen areas. In most cases the underwriter for the trail insurance will require this log and set stipulations pertaining; to its review. At the Managing Authority should review the trail maintenance log once per year.
The need for trail maintenance typically falls under three different classifications: Infrastructure User Group Needs, Environment/Natureand Tread Degradation.
The frequency and need Fortrail maintenance is heavily dependent on the user group and the acceptable level of risk that the Managing Authority is willing to accept. Through public consultation, the Managing Authority has identified the Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail as a four season multi-use trail catering to ATVers, equestrian riders, cyclists, snowshoers, snowmobilers, cross-country skiers and fat bike cyclists. Balancing these multi-use disciplines with the varying levels of maintenance required for each discipline will be a very challenging undertaking when considering the needs, wants and desires of each user group. Those conducting trail maintenance will need to take into consideration the user groups permitted on that section of trail and adjust their best practice specifications accordingly. For example, cyc|ists- regardless of mountain, hybrid or fat bike discip|ine- will require the most manicured tread surface whereas ATVers will require the maximum corridor width and equestrian riders will determine the maximum corridor height. As a result, to satisfy ATVers, equestrian riders and cyclists the
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Further in the Act, Section 20 encumbers municipalities who have purchased railway lines responsible for ”constructing, keeping up and repairing the fences that mark the lateral boundaries."
Special Exemption for Corridors: Although the Line Fences Act permits municipalities to determine through by-law the applicability of fencing in all cases, the Municipal Act, 98, specifically prohibits a by-law that sets out the same for railway lands.
The consequence of Municipal Act, 5. 98 is that "the municipaiity must absorb all costs related to maintaining existing fences that existed to protect property owntrs from active railways, and recent court rulings have interpreted the It-gislation to require fences where none existed before.”
In the event that the Managing Authority needs to deal fencing along the is recommended that the Managing Authority: Establish an annual budget to provide for fencing based on ?nancing the construction of a set distance of new fences. 2) Establish a process to receive and evaluate applications for fencing. a) Establish criteria to assist with the review of individual applications. b) These applications are reviewed by theManagine Authority. Managing Authority has the following specific objectives: i) To describe the standards for fences. ii) To recommend the priorities for construction, upgrades, and repairs of fences. iii) To set out the procedures and deadlinesfor a landowner to apply for a fence, and
iv) To recommend a budget and the allocation of funding for fencing work. v) To act asliaison between groups with aninterest in fencing of the rail corridor. vi) To consider exceptional circumstances and other matters that affect fencing of the rail corridur \/H)-1‘,examine existing OMAFRAfencing for farms and farm properties for livestock and other crops as a guide for trail fencing, should trail fencing be required. c) Fences are awarded consistent withmg budget and ranked priority. Lower fences may be held over for review in subsequent years. d) Many policies may be developed to ensure consistency and fairness. These may include policies on Corridor Crossings, Livestock Crossing and New Fence Constructio Standard fenclngfor cattle fence wording. n.7
Signage/Iraflheads: A separate Signage Plan has been provided to the OVRT Advisory Committee. In the event that signs are required, they should be placed to provide way finding and include vital information for trail users and help aid with swift emergency response. Additionally, all recreational trail signs be designed to include the
5 AMO Member News Alert, January 13, 2005 7AbandonedRailRight of Ways and the Line Fences Act March 31, 2005 Report Prepared for the Minister of
Municipal Affairs and Housing Wayne J. Caldwell, PhD, RPP, MCIP — Caldwell Consulting
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trail’’ to maximum protection for the Co-Owners under the occupiers Liability Act, 2016. Effective trailhead signs include an overview of the trail, map, permitted uses, degree of difficulty, code of conduct, waiver of liability, civic hotline. Effective signage includes direction arrows, recommended speed limits, hazard identification, crossing notifications, stop sign ahead and stop signs. Any 513;!or trailhead that is damaged or missing should be replaced immediately. A signagestrategy is provided as a supporting document to this Management Plan.
Speed Limits: As a general rule, speed limitsshall be 20 kph ‘inlbigiitup ateas“and50 kph in rural areas. It is up to the Partners to de?ne rural and urban areas.‘ The Managing Authority will review on a case-by-case basis the need. the requirementsjor right-of- way at crossings.
Noise Violations: The Managing Authority will reviewthe requirements of a noise by-law between the hours of 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. An~.exoeption''will-bemade for grooming (snow removal) and maintenance of the trail.
Gates, Barriers and Bollardszit is recommended that gates, bollardsand barriers be placed on the trail to restrict, calm or guide vehicleaccesson or off thetrail. The barriers would need to be removed prior to winter gxoorning_andbe returnedltoblockthe trail before any other three (3) season mu|ti—use\disciplines‘arapermittecl. If barriers are moved for any reason, they should be returned to their original locationas soon as possible. Each Managing Authority has the discretionof wherebarriers should be placed if it is determined theyare requiredand if budgetis available.
Bridges andUnderpasses:Thereare 37 briclgesandunderpasses along the Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail. To ensurethe"u«pkeep orthese bridges and underpasses, a bridge inspection is recommendedto‘b'e completedby a certi?ed engineer every second year in conjunctionwith othertownship/municipal bridge studies. Any work recommended from "the inspection shouldbe Writteninto the preventative maintenance work schedule and capital replacement plans. Repairs and refurbishment plans can be made and then implemented against the revleiyl to bring the bridges up to provincial standard as a priority for capital constructiorfonthe trail.
Ditchesand Cul\ler$:In the event that trail maintenance is being completed, it is -lfeoommendedthatditches and culverts be monitored and cleared of debris. Culverts are installedto acbommodate the heaviest permitted use on the trail (e.g. emergency or maintenaliceequipment) when replacement is warranted. Culverts and ditches need immediateattention when flooding and washouts occur. In areas where the trail is covered bywater, or may potentially be covered by water, drainage is improved. Ditches should be cleared of trees and other vegetation that may block drainage.
Encroachment in the ROW by adjacent landowners is not tolerated. All reports of encroachment will be followedup by each Managing Authority.
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Trail Maintenance Resulting from the Environment and Nature is recommended that, at minimum, monthly trail inspections should be completed to ensure successful preventative maintenance. In cases where winter activities require groomed trails, maintenance frequency may need to be adjusted based on traffic volumes.
Weather Patterns: Excessive dry or wet climatic conditions can leave the tread surface very vulnerable. Consider temporary closures if the user group would cause excessive degradation to the trail tread. Ifthe desire to not close the frailexists, then areas prone to erosion during arid spells or flood events will need to be raised and hardened using sustainable trail building techniques. such cases ropriate sized culverts installed to accommodate drainage.
Catastrophic Weather Events: Flash weather heavy rain, flooding, high winds and forest fire should be monitored closely. It is strongly recommended that effort should be made to perform a trail inspection as soon as possible to ensure user safety and identify any potential maintenance issues. Some of the more prevalent maintenance issues from catastrophic weather events are:
Trail Washouts: Trail washouts shouid be fixed as soon as possible (in all seasons) to ensure the integrity of the trail and safety of users as as to protect the fibre optic cable located in the trail bed.
Hazard Trees: it is recommended that be regularly reported, and that the event of a report, fallentrees andother similar obstacles blocking the trail tread be removed as soon as possible. Overhead hanging trees (widowers) will be taken down for safety reasons. Brushwill not be allowed to be piled on the trail tread. Trees may be left in the corridor to decaynaturally or may be chipped at the discretion of the Managing Authority.
Flomling:Occasional flooding from catastrophic events will be monitored to ensure the trail tread is passable and safe for users. Most ?ood events with standing water will have negligible effect on the trail; however, moving water can often lead to significant erosion issues. It is recommended that a properly built trail using sustainable practices be enacted as these practices reduce the overall maintenance costs should this occur. however, if the flooding becomes more prevalent on an annual basis, then water mitigation maintenance measures may be considered.
Flora: This typically involves mitigating any new vegetation growth, fallen leaves, endangered species and invasive species. It is recommended that a trail assessment be written to identify any maintenance that needs to be undertaken so the Trail Maintenance Coordinator can initiate the proper response. New growth corridor clearing and thinning should be completed required.
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d. Fauna: The Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail may encroach on the natural habitat that many species frequent. Fauna maintenance issues are normally mitigated on an as—isbasis. This can include bears, deer, wolves, foxes, coyotes, migratory birds and beaverjust to name a few. Maintenance concerns on an as-needed basis can include trail closures, trail kill removal, nuisance occurrence mitigation and monitoring programs to enéureproper trail remediation. Some of the more common fauna trail maintenance issues are:
0 Beavers: In the event that beavers pose a concern for the trail, to areaswhere beaver activity results in flooding of the trail, the Managing Authority may consider the management of the beaver both on the trail and on nearbyrlands through a variety of options including but not limited to hiring licensed"trapper, installing beayer“baffles, culvert cones, underwater pipes, etc.
0 Animal Passageway: Animals are likely to use the trail corridoras a daily linear passageway. This increases the likelihood of nuisancebehaviorand conflict. Areas that are determined to have a high frequency of interaction shoulcfbesigned with "animal in area” or crossing warnings.
e. Geomorphological Processes: Thesearenaturalprocesses which include, but are not limited to, frost heaving, sink holes, rock falls, landslidesand slope slumping. Should a natural geomorphological event occur, thisimportant toclosethe trail immediately until it can be assessed by the Trail MaintenanceCoordiriawr.Remediatingthe trail tread to pre- event condition is often beyond the scopedfpreyentative and minor maintenance.
iritenanceRes?tlhg from Tread Degradation One guarantee withany trail is that it requires tread maintenance. Tread degradation is normally the cause.nfithe actualusergroup orfailureto build the trail properly. The telltale signs of tread degradationart erosionand drainageissuesdirectly where the desired line of the tread occurs..Eyen the rngst sustainably builttrails suffer from the effects of boots, hoofs, and tires ‘overtime. The besfand most cost-effective course of action is to know the signs of erosionor drainageproblems‘ar_u:ltry to mitigate it with sustainable trail practices.
Permitted User,Gr6up Degradation: For the Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail the most signi?cant causexof usergroup degradation is caused by the ATV’s. As a result, trail maintenance sho?ildbe undertaken to mitigate the ATV’seffects. The most common trail maintenanceissuethatis encountered is trail cupping in the tire tracks. Trail cupping has thespotentiayl/“toaccelerate erosion of the tread and lead to drainage issues. Proper maintenanceprevents major trail remediation projects. Typically, the best way to mitigate .__t_fallcupping is to have the tread graded back to acceptable standards by ensuring the proper out slope or crown of 2-5%. In problem prone areas the Managing Authority may consider a hardened tread surface such as recycled asphalt.
b. Prohibited Use Degradation: Prohibited use is a major concern because the tread surface was not designed and built for the resulting impact. Should prohibited occurrence be
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5.3.5 Trail Maintenance Models - Volunteer, Contracted, Government and Hybrid Models Trail Networks in Ontario are currently undertaking successful trail maintenance programs through four (4) different methods. Each method has its own strengths and weaknesses:
3. Volunteers: Volunteers are a cost-effective method of undertaking trailmaintenance but care and consideration should be placed on proper training. Organizations such as the Bruce Trail le1]Conservancyhave successful maintenance programsencompassing over 800 kilometres of trail. The challenge with volunteers is keeping them engaged, and being aware of burnout. Volunteers can sometimes be unreltableand often have high turnover rates.
Private Contractors: Hiring a contractor that specializes trail maintenance is‘ desirable because it typically ensures a high standard of care» when compared’11lgl0to volunteers. The downfall, however, can be ?nding the badge! topay for the contractor.B/
Government Agencies: These organizations have the bene?tof a tax base, or other revenue sources, to provide fuil—or part-time trail crews to undertake maintenance. Ontario Parks and Bruce County havesuccgssfultrailcrew programsthat use a mix of tax base funds and grants to operate. theirtrail ' The ben% of an incorporated government agency (i.e. Discovery RoutesTrail Orgap.kzatlon‘orG2G Rail Trail) providing management support, is the ability to offer yearto year cohesivenessif skilledstaff can be retained.
Hybrid Models:The hybrid approachblendstogether volunteers, private contractors and governmentvagvenciesin a variety of roles. Atbareminimum, the hybrid approach works by the govermznerit» agendas employingafull-timetrails manager whoacts as the Trail Maintenance Coordinate/clThispatdpgsltloh is responsible for organizing and training the volimteers or contragrtmsgto undertaketrail maintenance. The bene?t of this system is thatit ego expand andcgntract to meet the trail maintenance needs year over year.
Managing Authprny will deter the maintenance model that works for their section of
5.3.6Approw {and Permits for Trail Maintenance Beforeamy trail maintenancebegins any plans should be overviewed by the Managing Authority.“ Anyworlkpermits necessary by federal, provincial or municipal legislation must be adhered to.‘~._Some.‘ofthe more common agencies for trail maintenance are the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, local Conservation Authorities and Fisheries and Oceans Canada.
Permissions for grooming should be provided as determined by each Managing Authority to the various clubs, and user groups, that the Managing Authority interacts with. This is commonly done via a Memorandum of Understanding signed between these parties and the Managing
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Authority. These agreements can be incorporated into the Lease Agreement with these Grooming practices should conform to the standards of trail width. Every club shall provide proof of insurance which names and indemnifies the OVRT and the Managing Authority yearly before use is granted. Allgarbage along the Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail will be removed by the clubs after the grooming season has commenced. Agreement with Snowmobile Clubs.
The trail design and function should conform to usability as per audit for accessibility as per the Accessibility for Ontarians Disabilities Act, 2005; O. Reg. 301/11: Integrateu Accessibility Standards.8According to statute, upgrades must be made for locations audited andrecorded as AODA suitable (close to urban centres, available/develnnableparking/trail access etc.);‘and those sections of trail found by assessment deemed by audit and MEDFlagreement to a natural state. See Appendix H - Accessibility Standards forTrailsfor fulldetails.
5.3.8 Parking and Rest Stops it is recommended that each Managing Authority review the opportunity for trail access points along their section of trail. Amenities such as parking lots, compo,-ting toilets, bear proof garbage cans, trailhead signage, interpretive signage rnav be considered.
Locations of access points must be assessed on need and as available. Locations are typically at road junctions, rail line sidings and at existing areas in towns. Rest stops may be created alongside the trail for trail users at vista points. Rest stops should be large enough to allow snowmobiles to pull off th groomed trail increase trail safety as well as for all other users in all seasons.“
Accessibility for Ontarians withDisabilitiesAct, 200&8.0. 2005, c. 11 9 Kinghorn Rail-to-TrailFeasibility Study— FinaiReport March 31, 2011
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5.5.1.2 Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs Local snowmobile clubs will continue to sell permits and self regulate members of their user group through the trail warden program according to the management policies implemented by the Managing Authority.
Individual Trail Users individual trail users be encouraged to report any incidents of inconsiderate use to the Managing Authority. The Managing Authority will determine any furthe."err.inn required.
The Management Authority shouldensure there is a reporting system place for activity to be reported to the appropriate agency with a copy to the Managing Authority. Examples of these groups would include the Ontario Provincial Police, Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, Forest Conservation Officers, Municipal By-law Officers, Ministry ofthe Environment and Climate Change and Fisheries and OceansCanada Officers.
5.6 Motorized Vehicle Access
5.6.1 Objectives for Restricting Motorized Vehicle Access support the policy of a ban on all non~recreationalmctorized vehicles (cars, trucks and vans) on the Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail, other than for trail maintenance. Ninety-degree crossings at recognized crossings by commercial or residential parties are permitted by special permit issued by the Managing Authority. The Managing Authority may restrict access for certain sections of trail. Consideration to allow cars, trucks, vans, etc. to access sections of private properties, camps, cottages will be at the discretionof the Managing Authority.
5.6.2 High impact Trail Activity Motorized trail user activity on the Ottawa Valle, Recreation Trail promotes an elevated level wear and tear on the trail which requires an elevated level of maintenance. See Section 7.2.2.
The Managing Authority will be responsible for developing, promoting and educating enforcement and township officiais on the rules of the trail regarding vehicle
Any commercial or residential crossing of the Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail requires permit issued by the applicable Managing Authority, which may include a registered right-of-way through a formal agreement.
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6.3 TrailImprovements/Amenities it is recommended that it be understood that the OVRT is open "as and that it may upgraded over time as resources and funding become available. It is also recommended that other amenities may be considered including benches, and possibly parking, at the discretion of the respective Managing Authority.
is recommended that the Managing encourage external spurs from the Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail if they enhance the trail experience and are no: detrimental to the surrounding area. In the event that the trail is linked, it is recommend that linking trails be publicly accessible and fit into the scope of the Official Plans of the Partners. Appendix I - Linksto Adjacent TrailSystems shows the OVRT in-situ other long-distance trail systemsin Ontario.
6.3.2 Maps and Brochures The Managing Authority may publish maps and brochures to awareness and promote the trail in conjunction with the trail network: in each Partners’ jurisdiction.
The Managing Authority may wish to implement an interpretive program and other services sees beneficial to the trail experience alongthe OVRT.
The Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail is an important economic driver in the area bringing in trail enthusiasts including snowmobilets, ATVers, hikers, cyclists and cross-country skiers.
development along the trail will be reviewed by each Managing Authnritv on a case case basis. The Managing Authority may develop an application process in the future.
Opportunities for Cost Recovery
The Managing Authority may consider all forms of revenue generation to assist ongoing cost of maintenance of the trail.
7.2.2 Pass/PermitSystem The Managing Authority may consider a user pay system for all users other than snowmobiles has their own trail pass system). Funds collected could help finance repair and upkeep
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of the trail surface and bridges. Models like the TrilliumTrail NetworkmorOFATV/
7.2.3 User Contribution Allin-kind contributions to the trail should be tracked to show the investment-‘in the trail by all user groups and volunteers. If infrastructure requires replacement or remediation, then the user groups should be asked to assist with fund raising for the work.made
Tax receipts can be issued by each municipality for theirxesnectivearea for donations towards the trail. The Managing Authority shduld/exercise this benefit any fundraising activities for capital development and
7.2.5 Events is recommended that, whenever possible, the Managing_Authofltyshould be hosting events using the trail as the venue. This is a possible revenue sourc‘e_fortrailmaintenance as well mechanism to bring awareness to the ‘trail through unconventionalusers. Events like Adventure Races, Poker Runs, MountainBikeRaces, etc. should allhgconsidered.
7.3 Tourism Integration
V A Signature Trail Tourism Assessment may~.ybe‘completei;l-alongysegments of the trail and the findings may be implemented, Communities‘shduldbe encouragedto conduct Signature Community Assessments;p.p_rov&1ea blueprint for businesses to integrate themselves aroun the trail and servetrailusers to create a trail tourism economy along the Ottawa dValley Recreation Trail.’The\Managing Authoritymay support business integration along the trail.
8.0 lmplemen';_.«.I.E-.-.-.:»Sche_ it is recommendedthat‘eacH Managing Authority determine a management process for its section byApril‘2018fora fixed term. Additionally, it is also recommended that a .-long-term asset management planisdeveloped within this Management Plan to accommodate recognized trail use‘I$.Aseparatexsghedulefor work priorities may be set every year by each Managing Authority. ~..EachManaging Authority determines the process of management and maintenance of their segment of OVRT.
9.0 \. l'\f _ ._ “"“ "ment and Review The ManégipgAuthqrit is responsible for the review of this Management Plan every ?ve-years to remain cuwenty withtrail issues. The reviewed plan will be shared with the municipalities along the trail corridor. Management Plan amendments require the approval of the Managing
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APPENDIXB Press Release — Renfrew County and Lanark County Lobby for Long Term Railway System
Pembroke, (ON): Renfrew and Lanark counties jointly recently held a press conference on Parliament Hillto invite all stakeholders to the table to find a way to save the Ottawa Valley Railwayand to urge the federal government to place a moratorium on rail line discontinuations. The counties announced a stakeholders meeting will be held early in the new year. They are inviting federal, provincial and municipal government representatives and hope to include private-sector participants as well.
"Part of the problem with this process is that election October, local councils in transition and are not in a position vet to be able to make any decisions regarding the rail line," said Greater Madawaska Reeve Peter Emon. Reeve Emon, and Town of Arnprior Reeve Walter Stack represented the County of Renfrew at the event. Reeve Stack went on to say, "we want to bring all the players - federal, provincial, municipal and private
sector — to the table so that we can come up with a plan. The legislation does not provide adequate time for us to do so, and we're calling on the federal government to stop the process. Once the track is gone, it's gone forever.Thatis why all of us gathered on Parliament Hillto bring our concerns to the national stage. This go 3*. beyond Renfrew and Lanark County. Our heritage and strength was built on the milways, and our economic future depends on the continued presence of sustainable system, not just for Eastern Ontario, but all of Canada."
The counties have been alP:t when stakeholders were notified about Canadian Pacific's intent to discontinue and sell the Ottawa Valley Railway between Smiths Falls and Sudbury. After CP div_erted traffic off the line, short-line operator Rai|Ameri_ca terminated its lease with CP. Thislaunched 3 process under the Canada Transportation Act that provides stipulated time periods for stakeholdersto express interest in purchasing it.
"Time is of the essence,” said /.l Lunney, the retired Mississippi Mills Mayor who has been authorized to speak on Lanark County's behalf on this issue. "We need to confirm everyone’s position and interest in maintaining this crucial infrastructure and find a way forward before
LlanadianPacific ends the discontinuance_‘r,,\ process and dismantles the rails. It is unfathomable that in this day and age such expensive and vital infrastructure can be destroyed”
Negotiations with the private sector ended in October, but no short-line operator was secured for the 104-mile segment of the line between Smiths Falls and CFB Petawawa. As part of the legislated process, the federal government had until Nov. 5 to make an offer and the Ontario government had until Dec. 6, but both declined. OC Transpo, the Transit Authority, has Jan. 5. The municipal deadline is Feb. 4
Stakeholders and short-line operators have recommended to the federal government's Freight Service Review Panel that there should be moratorium on discontinuing short-line
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APPENDIX C — Press Release County of Renfrew's Naming of the OVRT as Algonquin Trail
ON: On June 28, 2017, County of Renfrew Council passed a recommending that the 219 km Algonquin Trail portion of the Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail (OVRT) be designated as multi-use, which includes all methods of self-propelled transportation, as well as horseback riding, snowmobiles, ATVsand side-by-sides as defined by the Off-Road Vehicles Act, 0. Reg 316/03, s. 1, as amended. The motion includes a provision that the Ccwntv would consider by-pass/twinning alternatives presented by local municipalities that are prepared to support and fund them. This motion follows the original intent of the use of the corridor and provides direction on the future use of the Algonquin Trailwithin the Management Plan. Partnering with Lanark County and Papineau-Cameron Township, the 296 km OVRT corridor stretches from Smiths Falls to Mattawa. Renfrew Countyhosted six public open houses in the fall of 2016, many comments were received about motorized versus non-motorized use of the trail. With the passing of this motion the County of Renfrew joins its partner municipalities who have also declared their sections to be multi use. Branch trails or by-passes could be designed to encourage specific use {e.g. motorized) and would consequently enable some sections of the main trail to become non-motorized while still offering a continuous motorized trail. The tuailcorridor passes through 10 municipalities within the County and the City of Pembroke and will form the "spine” of a future County-wide trail network as contemplated in the County of Renfrew TrailsStrategy. Chair of the Algonquin Trail Advisory Managing Authority and the Development 8LProperty Managing Authority, Councillor Bob Sweet states, ‘The County Council resolution enables the County to move foward with the creation of a Management Plan and also allows the local municipalities to explon» options for us; in their jurisdiction.” Warden of the County at Renfrew, Jennifer Murphy expresses, ”Thisis a great milestone to sections ofthe Algonquin Trailbeing open for the public to enjoy thisfall.” The County of Renfrew, along with its Partners, has engaged the Ontario Trails Council (OTC)for the creation of a Management Plan for the entire trail. The OTC will be reviewing all public comments supplied thr wgh the open houses, emails and phone conversations. The completion date for the Management Plan is AugustAH 31, 2017.
The County of Renfrevr will be working on a number of sections of the Algonquin Trail (Petawzwa, Renfrew and Arnprior and with proceeds from the Zombie Run a portion of the trail in Pembroke) throughout the summer and fall to make the necessary improvements to start opening the trail to
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THIS CO-OWNERS AGREEMENT datedthe
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WHEREAS Renfrew, Lanark and Papinem, wife:the “Co-Owners", have enteredinto an agreementwithCanadianPixalf? Company'(the “CPR”) for the acquisition of 184mike (296Jk1'lometres)off ct} fésu-aierlyused as a rail line; AND intendto useit?is acquiredrail line as a continuousrecreational Trail; (the “'I‘mtl") ‘ AND WHEREAS?’meCo-Ownerslametweed eachCo-owner will acquiretitle to thatpart of the Trailthat is withintillelimtndaryoftgiv. .«. “?ectivemunicipalities(with the exceptionof Lanar whicbalrowillown 3+2 ::?»lFpa1'tof the Trailinthe City of Ottawa and Rcn?ew whichalso willk em:51i~..,:.;tll1@$!Itof the 'l‘m'\l?atthe City of Pembroke); ‘ANDWHEREASeach Co-Ownerwillbe fully responsible for the construction,operation,use and management of thatpart of the 'l‘mil"thatit has acquired; AND WHEREAS theCb-Ownerswish to enter into an agreement that respects theircommitment to worktogether towa?sestablishing a continuousrecreationalTrail for the use of the general
W) NOWԤ[l ' _LEinconsiderationof the mutual covenants set forth andthe sum of $1.00 paid by eadhpartyto eachother and othergood an valuableconsideration,the receipt and suf?ciencybf whichare hereby acknowledgedby eachparty, the parties hereto do hereby covenant and agree as follows.
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The Co-Owners acknowledgethat they have entered into this Agreement for the purpose of establishinga framework in whichto co-ordinatethe operation, management, maintenance and use of the Trail. In this regard the Co-Owners committo co-operate with eachother guided by the principals of good faith, mutualrespect, understandingandharmony.
2.01 The Co-owners acknowledgethat it is their intent to establisha Trail that will be maintained andoperated as a contiguouswholefor present and future generations. It is to be planned and operatedwith the expectationthat it will promote recreation andtourismand stimulateeconomic development.
2.02 It is further acknowledgedthat the Co-Ownerswillconsiderand promote land uses on properties adjacentto the Trail thatwill fo?ter and stimulatethe local economy and be compatible with the proposed use of the Trail.
3.01 Each Co-owner acknowledgesandagrees that it will be fully responsiblefor the operation, construction,maintenanceandrepair (includingstructures such as bridges and culverts) of that part oftheTrailoverwhichit has ownership.
3.02 Each Co-Ownerexpressly disclaimsany intentionto create a partnership or joint venture or to constitutethe otherCo-Owneras it’s agent for any purpose.
3.03 Each owner agrees with each otherCo—Ownerto be responsiblefor its own costs, debts, liabilities,claims, damages, losses, obligations, duties, agreements and expenses arising from or incurredin connectionwith the use of the Trail on its lands.
3.04 EachOwnershall at all times indemnify and save harmlessthe other Co—Ovmer?'orr1any and all liabilitieswith respect to any actions,procedures, liability, claims, damages, costs and expenses arisingfrom the construction,operation, management, maintenanceand use of the part of the Trail that it owns as well as all structures thereon.
3.05 Each Owner agrees to act honestly and in good faith and in the best interestsof all Co- Owners in the promotion and developmentof the Trail. 0'I'I'O1'. 7463284: vl
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4.11 Each Co-Owner agrees to operate and maintainthe Trail in a manner whichtakesinto account environmentalregulationsand to not permit or allow any use of the Trail which couldhave a deuimentalenvironmentalimpact.
4.12 Each Co-Owner agrees to promptlynotify the other Co-Ownexsof any materialchange in its construction,use, operation and management of the Trail.
5.01 No Co-Owner shall disposeof its interestin the Trail not make any agreement or commitmentto do so withoutfirst offering its interestto the other Co-Owners.
5.02 It is intendedthatthe purchase price associatedwith suchtransfer wouldbe basedon the Monetary Consideration paid at the time of its acquisition?om CPR, subject to indexingrelatedto the cost of living.
5.03 Notwithstanding the foregoing,theCo-Ownersacknowledgeandagreethat it is necessary to maintain a minimumwidth of 20 metits along the wholeof the Trail to ensure its proper operation and use. However, there may be situationswherethe conveyance of landbeyond the 20 metres to adjacent land owners would facilitateplanningand developmentof the area. Each Co- Owner agrees to adtise the other Co-Owners of its intentin that regard but the commitmentin Section5:01 herein only applies to the 20 metres necessary for the effective operationof the Trail.
6.01 l‘hi:.Agreementshallcome into force and effect as of the date set out aboveand shall uuntinuein forceuntil the earlierof :
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IN WITNESSWHBREOFthe Co-Owners have duly executed this Co-Owners agreement as of the datehereof.
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APPENDIXF Sample TrailAssessment Form
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.-‘.iwxw__|c':&":;«:‘ar',~_cs-u;e Smumummi tmuimm «Jum mun) ""‘€LU.€'a' st.‘ . 1‘:-:2-_W:= 5;-.m:~: rm gmmu. Wm. .M.,..,,. ..-mg, 4. 5 V.. “now 4 Ottawa Recreation Trail Management Plan The Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail Management Plan 2017 - DRAFT Page 56 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #6.1 APPENDIXG — Sample Grooming Agreement with Snowmobile Clubs AGREEMENTmade as of the _ day of THE MUNICIPALCORPORATIONOF THECOUNTY OF RENFRE Hereinafter called the ”County" OF THE FIRS Hereinafter called the "Licensee" OFTHE SECON.) PART Hereinafter called the "Co-Licensee" OFTHE THIRDPAR WHEREAS the Co-Licensee are and shall at all times remain members of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC); AND WHEREAS the Licensee and Co-Licensee desire to obtain the permission of the County to use the licensed premises (as hereinafter defined) for recreational snowmobiling; County agrees to grant to the Licensee and Co-Licensee the permission *0 use_ for recreational purposes, the licensed premises set out below, subject to the following terms and consideration of the premises and the sum of ONE DOLLAR($1.00), now paid by the Licensee to the County, the receipt of which is hereby acknowledged, the parties hereto agree as follows: Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail Management Plan The Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail Management Plan 2017 - DRAFT Page 57 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #6.1 The County grants permission to the Licensee and Co-Licensee use of the lands for term commencing on December 1, completing on May 1 annually (the ”Term") as set out in Section 11, below. The Licensee and the Co-Licensee shall at all times remain memhers in good standing of the OFSC and shall verify this upon request by the EOHWTV current membership cards. Failure to remain members in good standing of the OFSC render this agreement immediately null and void andihg Licensee and Co-Licenseeshall lands to their previous condition. The County hereby grants permission to the‘Licehseearid CO-Licenseeto use for recreational snowmobiling purposes only, the landshwwnastheAlgonquin Trail in the Ontario, and shown in red on attached hereto as Schedule“A”. The Licensee and Co-Licensee agreetqvuse éhdmaintialftthe licensedpremises at their sole risk and expense, all to the satisfactionof the County, andin compliance laws, by-laws, orders, ‘rules and regulatibns of lawful authorities whether federal, municipal brqtherwise;suchmalmenanceto include, but not be limited to: the?jstéuation aridmaihfenanpeofgignsupon the licensed premises shall be in accordance the OFSCSignGuide,Trail Signage 14, 2012 or szurkntversion, attached as Schedule "B". In addition the following (i) "Speed limit signsimmediately downstream of all road crossings. (ii) "Watchfor and Yieldto Pedestrians” signs immediately in advance of all sidewalksand pedestrian crossings. Strip signs shall be installed in advance of all roadways, sidewalks, walkwaysand commercial accesses to the adjacent lands. the installation and maintenance of speed limit signs upon the licensed premises in accordance the requirements of Section 14 of the Motorized Snow Vehicles Act, R.$.O. 1990, Chapter M.44 amended and subject to the Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail Management Plan 34 The Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail Management Plan 2017 - DRAFT Page 58 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #6.1 Where the posted speed limit in is 60 kilometres per hour or less, the posted speed limit on the licensed premises shall not exceed 20 kilometres per hour. Where the posted speed limit in the Town/Township or _ . is greater than 60 kilometres per hour, the posted speed limit on the licensed premises shall not exceed 50 kilometres per hour. Speed limit signs shall be placed in accordance with Section of this the removal from the licensed premises and debris left snowmobile traffic use; the regular inspection of the Iicemed premises su?mjent patrols to ensure compliance with the obligations assumed hereunder; (e) repair of infrastructure, including but not limited to road surface, sidewalks, curbs, street lights, traffic signan, that may be damaged as a result of the use of the licensed premises by the Licensee, Co-Licensee and their members above andbeyond normal wear and tear caused by snowmobiles and groomer use; (f) the Licensee and Co-Licensee shali» have access to the designated lands prior to December 1 and after May 1 the winter months for the purpose of opening and closing, upgrading and maintaining the trail when there is no snow cover. Such access shall be subject to the prior consent of the Director of Development & Property of the County. The Licensee 31d Co-Licensee agree that they shall at ali times indemnify and save harmless the County, its employees, servants and agents, from any and all claims, direct or derivative, demands, actions, losses, suits, expenses and liability or other proceedings, cost or liabilities arising out of loss, damage or injury to any persons (including death) or to property attributable to or connected with the exercise of this License, (collectively the "Claims”) by or on behalf of the Licensee and/or the Co- Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail Management Plan 35 The Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail Management Plan 2017 - DRAFT Page 59 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #6.1 Licensee for liability arising from the grooming, maintenance and use of the snowmobile trail. The Licensee and the Co-Licensee, their employees, servants, agents and members, hereby waive as against the County, its employees, servants and agentsall claims of whatsoever nature or kind, where such Claims arise directly or indirectly out of or are attributable to the excise by the Licensee, the Co-Licensee or uthers of the privileges herein granted, but only with respect to the negligence of the LkeriseeandCo-Licensee for those operations usual to a snowmobile trail. The Licensee and Co-Licensee for and on behalf oftheskwemployees,servants,‘agem7s. members release and forever discharge the Cotintsc,its employees,servantsand and agenls from any and all Claims, demands, actions, ,su§t3~or other proceedings which the Licensee or the Co-Licensee may have which in anygriahnerwhatsoeverarise out of the use of the licensed premises, including any claims or "demandsfor loss of or damage to snowmobiles or other equipment brought upon the licensedpremisesor injuries to or death of persons on the licensedprembes,pursuant to this‘U5:en'seor othenrvise from liability arising from the grooming maintenanceand useof the snowmobile trail but only with respect to the negligence ‘oftheLicenste/andgo-ubenseefor those operations usual to a snowmobiletrail. The Licenséeandthe Coyljcensee hereby agree to obtain and maintain in force during the continuancehereof, a policy of insurancecontaining terms and conditions satisfactorytotheCounty, in theCountyshall be named as an additional insured. The. insurers will\addthe County‘as an‘ additional insured but only with respect to ligbiljtyarl§ing fromtheoperationsof the named insured. Coverage will be extended to the licensed premises.{he above policy will not provide any coverage for the willful misconduct and ornegligence onthe part of the County. To provide for public liability respecting thepmpertyof the County, including the licensed premises in the amount of "FI\VEMILLION DOLLARS($5,000,000) or such further or other amount as shall be deemed appropriateby the County from time to time during the currency hereof. Such p"ol,lVcyniinsuranceshall contain the following provisions: Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail Management Plan 36 The Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail Management Plan 2017 - DRAFT Page 60 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #6.1 In the event of an employee, servant, agent or member of one of the insureds named herein is or may be liable, this policy shall apply to such insureds against whom the claim is made or may be made in the same as separate policies had been issued to each insured named herein. In the event of damage to property belonging to any one or which another insured is or may be liable, this policy shall apply to such insured against whom claim is or may be made the same policies had been issued to each insure‘u"' and shall additionally require the insurer to furnishthe County with no less than thirty (30) days prior written notice of cancellation. During the continuance hereof, the Licensee Co-Licensee agree to forward to the County the original certificate of insurance for the policy of such insurance and any renewals thereof by November 15"‘of each year. The Licensee and Co-Licensee also understand and 2:,“-e that the placimz ofsuch insurance shall in no way relieve the Licensee or the Co-Licensee of the obligations assumed by the Licensee or Co-Licensee under the indemnity or other provisions ofthis License. 7. The Licensee and Co Licenseehereby accept the licensed premises on an "as is where against the County, all rights and resources of any nature whatsoev.—r in respect of any defects therein. The County makes no representationor warranty with respect to thecondition, nature, composition, or use (past, present or future) of the lirensed premises. and Co-Licensee agree that they shall immediately carry out al l measures necessary to keep the licensed premises free and clear of al l environmental contaminants or residue (hereinafter referred to "environmental contamination") resulting from the Licensee's or Co-Licensee's occupation or use of the licensed premises. The Licensee and Co-Licensee shall be solely responsible for the cost of all work carried out to correct any environmental contamination occurs on the licensed premises, or Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail Management Plan The Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail Management Plan 2017 - DRAFT Page 61 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #6.1 occurs on other lands as a result of the Licensee's or Co-Licensee's occupation or use of the licensed premises; The Licensee and Co-Licensee shall comply with the provisions any federal, provincial or municipal environmental laws which during the continuance of this License shall become applicable to the licensed premises: and The responsibility of the Licensee and Co-Licensee to ihecounty with respect to the environmental obligations contained hereinshailcontinue tube enforceab by the County notwithstanding the termination at expirationof this le THECOUNTY,THE LICENSEEAND THECO- RQUTUALLYAGREEASFOLLOWS: As a multi-use corridor subject to use by other menibersofthepublic, including, but not limited to, pedestrians, skiers, fatbikes and snow-shows,‘the licensed premises are permitted for use by the Licenseeemd'Co—Licensee,their setvants,agents and members. Use by any motorized vehicle 'oth‘er‘thansnowmobilesandtrail,groomers shall be prohibited unless permitted by the County."Prior to‘iny._individu'a|’smotorized use of the licensed premises as set out herein,~.saidindlvidualfslghallobtain a permit from the Licensee or Co-L.ii:eT'l‘s'i2e._\I_lIhichpermitshallbe executed bysaid individual and shall include a releaseandlndhmnity provfsion in favour of the County, its employees, servants andagents, containingthe wordingset Sections 5 and 6 hereof. 9. That no buildings,structuresor faciiitlhslshallbe placed upon the licensed premises withoutprior approval The Licenseeand Co-Licenseeshall not undertake any trail surface grooming, tree trimming or other'alterations'(exceptsnow grooming) without the prior written consent of the County. take effect as from the first day of December 2017, for pe?gd offive*(5) years, until the thirtieth day of April 2022. PROVIDED that if the Licenseeor the Co-Licensee shall be in breach of any of the terms, covenants, provisos or conditions herein set forth, the County shall have the right to cancel this License forthwith. Notice hereunder to be delivered personally, sent by prepaid mail, or by facsimile transmission (if such electronic means of communication is designated Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail Management Plan 38 The Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail Management Plan 2017 - DRAFT Page 62 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #6.1 to the Licensee: to the Co-Licensee: and to the County: and shall be effective as the date of delivery of personal delivery, business days after mailing in the case of prepaid mail, and the date of confirmed transmission in the case of facsimile communications. Either party may from time to time give notice to the other of any change of address for the purpose of giving notice hereunder. Neither this License nor any privileges arising hereunder shall be transferred or assigned by the Licensee or Co-Licensee without the prinr written consent of the County. Upon termination of this in any manner, the Licensee and Co-Licensee forthwith at its risk and expense, remove any buildings, structures, facilities, including posted warning signs, garbage or debris from the licensed premises caused by their use and shall restore such licensed premises to a condition satisfactory to the County. Shouldthe Licensee or Co-Ligensee default in so doing,such work or removal and restoration may be performed or or behalf of the County at the risk and expense of and Co~Lit.ensee. 14. Any of the parties to this agreement may terminate this License by providing sixty (60) days written n Jtite of the termination to the other parties. Such notice shall delivered to the addresses indicated in Section 11. Upnn termina.ion of this License Agreement, the Licensee shall restore the Lands, including the placement of berms or other approved barriers at all road crossings, all to the satisfaction of the County. Ottawa Recreation Trail Management Plan The Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail Management Plan 2017 - DRAFT Page 63 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #6.1 16. For the purpose of clarity: (a) it is the intention of this agreement and, in particular, Sections 5, 6 and 8 herein that no event which gives rise to a claim arising out of the mattersreferred to therein and arising out of the use of the licensed premises byeither the licensee, _co-licensee and members of either in the operation of a snowmobile or the performance of any of the activities of the licensee,‘covlicensgeeand their members shall give rise to a claim against the County which is not coveredby the licensee's and/orco-licensee's insurance. Furtherin this regard, the Qotihtyshall be released, indemni?ed and saved harmlessfrom any and all stickactions arising out of the matters referred to héreln; (b) it is not the intention of this agreement that- demands, actions, losses, suites, expenses and liabilltiesor other proceedings,cast or liabilities arising out of loss, damage or injury to am/_peV51ms(including deathforto property arising out of use of the licensed premises has nogrelationsbipwhatsoever to the licensee, co-licensee, their membersor theirag;tliritles,beinsured against by the licensee or co-licensee nor indemnifiedan held harmlessby the licensee and/or co-licensee IN WITNESSETH W EO the partiés haveexecutewthesepresents under the hands of their F proper officers duly airtho?zéd for éuchpuzjpose. Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail Management Plan 40 The Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail Management Plan 2017 - DRAFT Page 64 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #6.1 25 .§_..~_.aEo .3. 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The Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail Management Plan 2017 - DRAFT Page 73 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #6.1 Vs wax2 7 an» The Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail Management Plan 2017 - DRAFT Page 74 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #6.1 APPENDIX K — Per Metre and Hourly Estimates for Trail Construction and Trail Maintenance“ I Trail Services Rates Per Hour :Consulting $55.oo—$11o.bo -l Designing $55.00-$110.00 . ‘ i | Building/Construction i $75.00-$145.00 , EMaintenance $55.00-$145.00-’ Medium to Large Remediation Trail Construction Phases/Tasks Tn Timeline 5Typical Levelof "km) (hours/km) V [PreconstructionMeetings/Mobilization 1-4,iiays E10-40 worker hours n Final Pin FlagAlignment 2-4 days/km 40 worker hours ; Rough-in Trail Corridor i 2-4 days/km_ , 40 worker hours I V {Rough-inTrailTread I - Easyconditions 40 worker hours - Typical Conditions 60 worker hours , - Hard Conditions 100 worker hours ' Transportation of Material (if req'd) - Easyconditions 12 days/km 120 worker hours - Typical Conditions 18 days/km 180 worker hours I . 3 - Hard Conditions 30 days/km ] 300 worker hours FinishTrail Corridor 2 days/km ' 20 worker hours _,__. _j._-. V _V FinishTrailTread 4 days/km 40 worker hours _ V ’ Post Construction MeetIng’S?;;n-off 1 day/km 5 10 worker hours _ ‘ Trail N.'.....'. “* “ “‘ S/m 100m Ceiling ; _ Rate/100m Side HiI|/Bench Cut by Hand with In-situ Material (1 metre wide) ; $14.50 100 $1,450.00 ‘ $17.00 3 100 l $1,700.00 ! . . 5 $30.00 2 ;“ $3,000.00 I 1Side Hill/BenchCut by Machine with In-situ Material (1 metre wide) Easy Conditions ; $14.50 3 100 $1,450.00 Ottawa Recreation Trail Management Plan The Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail Management Plan 2017 - DRAFT Page 75 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #6.1 Hn" 1-MI-\t u n: t'i‘u* _vuu."H\ A »‘33»ou9_ htt : woodlandstewardshi .or Valley Recreation Trail Management Plan The Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail Management Plan 2017 - DRAFT Page 76 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #6.1 The Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail Management Plan 2017 - DRAFT Page 77 of 114 Page 78 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #6.2 Barry's Bay Ontario Snowmobiling | Intrepid Snowmobiler Page 1 of 9 Select Page a Barry’s Bay Ontario Snowmobiling by Craig Nicholson | Dec 6, 2017 | Ontario Rides, Tour Articles | Discover Barry’s Bay Ontario Snowmobiling… Barry’s Bay Area Lookout Photo ©2017 Craig Nicholson Related: Prepping For Long Weekend Rides https://www.intrepidsnowmobiler.com/barrys -bay -ontario -snowmobiling/ 3/ 20/ 2018 Discover Barry's Bay Ontario Snowmobiling https://www.intrepidsnowmobile... Page 79 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #6.2 Barry's Bay Ontario Snowmobiling | Intrepid Snowmobiler Page 2 of 9 In recent winters, the Snow Country Snowmobile Association has more than lived up to its name in Ontario snowmobiling . If Southern Ontario has one reliable destination for good snow conditions and trails all winter, this is it. It’s part of the Ontario’s Highlands Tourism Region. No wonder snowmobilers have been flocking to this popular area for their Ontario snowmobile vacations and Ontario snowmobile tours. They’re especially going to the hospitable community of Barry’s Bay. This town is located in the heart of the Madawaska Valley . So here’s the scoop on Barry’s Bay Ontario snowmobiling… Lots To Like About Barry’s Bay Ontario Snowmobiling Ontario’s Highlands Snowmobile Trail Photo ©2017 Craig Nicholson Looking for a central staging location for your snow machine explorations of the Opeongo Hills? Barry’s Bay Ontario snowmobiling is a smart choice. For starters, this family-friendly place is positioned at the junction of OFSC TOP Trails B102 and E019. It’s also not far from other intersections with TOP B and TOP B101A. So there are multi-direction, trail and distance snowmobiling options for Ontario snowmobile tours. Next, the area snowmobile clubs take grooming for tourists https://www.intrepidsnowmobiler.com/barrys -bay -ontario -snowmobiling/ 3/ 20/ 2018 Discover Barry's Bay Ontario Snowmobiling https://www.intrepidsnowmobile... Page 80 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #6.2 Barry's Bay Ontario Snowmobiling | Intrepid Snowmobiler Page 3 of 9 like you and I very seriously. They do their absolute best to keep their section of Ontario snowmobile trails as smooth as possible. What’s more, Barry’s Bay clearly demonstrates its snowmobile-friendly nature. There’s a well-marked trail through town. It goes right past the last remaining wooden water tower in Ontario. It also accesses every service a snowmobiler needs, including a range of accommodations. Ash Grove Inn Photo © by Martin Lortz for Ontario Tourism We chose the Ash Grove Inn to venture out on our daily sojourns into unfamiliar territory for Barry’s Bay Ontario snowmobiling.This classy and comfortable lodging sits at the south end of town on TOP E109. It has an onsite restaurant with tasty food. There’s also plenty of truck parking, sled parking in front of rooms (both motel style and spacious suites with whirlpool tubs) and super friendly staff. Many Ontario Snowmobile Trail Choices https://www.intrepidsnowmobiler.com/barrys -bay -ontario -snowmobiling/ 3/ 20/ 2018 Discover Barry's Bay Ontario Snowmobiling https://www.intrepidsnowmobile... Page 81 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #6.2 Barry's Bay Ontario Snowmobiling | Intrepid Snowmobiler Page 4 of 9 York River Photo ©2017 Craig Nicholson Barry’s Bay is a good launch point for the RAP (‘Round Algonquin Park) Tour. It’s also an ideal home base for regional Ontario snowmobiling meanderings that make you feel like you’re experiencing everything for the first time. For example, on one day of Barry’s Bay Ontario snowmobiling we set off with no specific destination in mind. We wandered from one freshly groomed trail to another, exploring wherever those table top corridors led us. On another, we set out to reconnoitre as many of the Ontario snowmobile trails trails maintained by the Opeongo Snowbirds , Peterson Pathfinders and Maple Leaf Snow Skimmers snowmobile clubs as possible. We came across some real gems such as trails 155, 162, 175, 178 and 179. Along the way, our wanderings also led us to discover many points of interest. They include Spectacle Lake Lookout (Club Trail 159) and Tom’s Lookout (Club Trail 162), as well as the old train stations in Maynooth , Bancroft and Barry’s Bay. While Barry’s Bay Ontario snowmobiling, we also took in the beautiful ride along the Madawaska River and the scenic Hastings and Madawaska Highlands. https://www.intrepidsnowmobiler.com/barrys -bay -ontario -snowmobiling/ 3/ 20/ 2018 Discover Barry's Bay Ontario Snowmobiling https://www.intrepidsnowmobile... Page 82 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #6.2 Barry's Bay Ontario Snowmobiling | Intrepid Snowmobiler Page 5 of 9 Barry’s Bay Trail Photo ©2017 Craig Nicholson Rack Up The Miles Around Barry’s Bay But Barry’s Bay Ontario snowmobiling is also a good choice if your primary interest is racking up some serious kilometres. This is thanks in part to the area’s combination of old logging roads, rail trails and utility corridors. Whitney, Bancroft and even Haliburton , as well as Pembroke and Renfrew in the Ottawa Valley , make for good, long distance, day ride loops out of Barry’s Bay. You can even check out the new 1200’ bridge to Quebec just north of Beachburg , just off TOP B. Best of all, fuel is never a worry in this Ontario snowmobiling paradise. Trail accessible stations are marked by ‘gas pump’ symbols on the Snow Country District 6 Trail Guide. Our three days of Barry’s Bay Ontario snowmobiling were invigorating, refreshing and fun. Just what you want from your next Ontario snowmobile trails getaway. So why wait – plan your visit to Barry’s Bay and Ontario’s Highlands today! Check out my Barry’s Bay newspaper interview ! Like This Post? Follow Me on Facebook Check out more snowmobile tours! https://www.intrepidsnowmobiler.com/barrys -bay -ontario -snowmobiling/ 3/ 20/ 2018 Discover Barry's Bay Ontario Snowmobiling https://www.intrepidsnowmobile... 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Page 89 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #6.2 Ontario Snowmobile Tour Destinations Top 5 | Intrepid Snowmobiler Page 2 of 12 Related: Ontario Snowmobiling Accommodations So what are the most popular Ontario snowmobile tour destinations? From years of snowmobiling, I’ve found my own favourites. But I also wanted to touch base with other snowmobilers for their opinions. So I recently posed the question on my Facebook page as part of my weekly “Have Your Say Mondays” poll. Snowmobilers are always more than willing to share their thoughts. So believe me, there was no shortage of excellent feedback… Criteria By its very nature, the question assumed the recommended Ontario snowmobile tour destinations are likely to be places riders travel to for a special trail riding adventure. So each of these locations has a considerable number of OFSC trail options and loops. They all have good diversity of experiences and offer something special to make riding there memorable. Plus, they each offer plenty of snowmobile-friendly amenities, reliable snow and consistent grooming. Trailering Distances So in order of popularity, here are the top 5 Ontario snowmobile tour destinations as selected by you. Also, I should note that I’ve included the trailering distance to each destination from Toronto. Not because Toronto is the centre of the universe. But simply because Toronto’s the easiest reference point from which the most riders can estimate their own drive times. Regional Ranking And finally, here’s one more point. Typically, riders answered with a town name (e.g. Cochrane), not the broader region designation (e.g. Northern Corridor). Whenever this happened, I took it to mean the town they staged from to snowmobile throughout the surrounding area. So in compiling the results, I combined neighbouring town choices into their appropriate region and that’s what is listed below. Top 5 Ontario Snowmobile Tour Destinations #1 Northern Corridor https://www.intrepidsnowmobiler.com/ontario -snowmobile -tour -destinations/ 3/ 20/ 2018 Discover Barry's Bay Ontario Snowmobiling https://www.intrepidsnowmobile... Page 90 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #6.2 Ontario Snowmobile Tour Destinations Top 5 | Intrepid Snowmobiler Page 3 of 12 Northern Corridor photo by Craig Nicholson By far the most snowmobilers chose the Northern Corridor as their top pick among Ontario snowmobile tour destinations. Some voted for “Northern Corridor”, but most said Cochrane, Hearst or even Abitibi Canyon. But clearly, as anyone who has gone there knows, everyone rides TOP Trail A and its various loops at least as far as Kapuskasing if not all the way to Hearst and back. • Location: Northeastern Ontario Region • Trailering Distance: Toronto to Cochrane – 728.5 km • Riding Days: 3 to 5 (day rides or saddle bagging) • Trails: over 1,700 km • Loops & Rides: Abitibi Canyon Tour (303 km), Gateway To The North Tou r (217 km), Lumberjack Loop (145 km), Missinaibi Expedition Tour (165 km), Northern Corridor Adventure (1,645 km) • Named Towns in Ranked Order: Cochrane , Kapuskasing , Hearst • My Fav Lodgings: Thriftlodge (Cochrane), Comfort Inn (Kapuskasing), Companion Hotel (Hearst) • My Tour Articles: Snowmobile Northern Corridor , Proving Ground • Contact Info: Northeastern Ontario Tourism , Northern Corridor • Adjacent Regions : Algoma Country (west), Abitibi-Témiscamnigue (east) https://www.intrepidsnowmobiler.com/ontario -snowmobile -tour -destinations/ 3/ 20/ 2018 Discover Barry's Bay Ontario Snowmobiling https://www.intrepidsnowmobile... Page 91 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #6.2 Ontario Snowmobile Tour Destinations Top 5 | Intrepid Snowmobiler Page 4 of 12 #2 Ottawa Valley Ottawa Valley Photo © by Craig Nicholson The Ottawa Valley extends along either side of the Ottawa River from Mattawa in the west to almost the City of Ottawa. On its southwest side, it abuts the Madawaska Highlands, which riders ranked as the #3 among Ontario snowmobile tour destinations. In actuality, many riders tour both these adjacent regions. They only distinguish between them by the names of the towns they typically stage from to ride. • Location: Ontario’s Highlands Region • Trailering Distance: Toronto to Pembroke – 379.7 km. • Riding Days: 3 to 5 (day rides or saddle bagging) • Trails: over 1,000 km in Ottawa Valley proper • Loops : The Voyageur Route (350 km), RAP Tour (southeastern section) • Named Towns in Ranked Order: Pembroke , Deep River • My Fav Lodgings: Best Western (Pembroke), Days Inn , (Renfrew) • My Tour Articles: Ottawa Valley Itinerary • Contact Info: Ontario’s Highland Tourism , Ottawa Valley Tourism , Snow Country Snowmobile Region https://www.intrepidsnowmobiler.com/ontario -snowmobile -tour -destinations/ 3/ 20/ 2018 Discover Barry's Bay Ontario Snowmobiling https://www.intrepidsnowmobile... Page 92 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #6.2 Ontario Snowmobile Tour Destinations Top 5 | Intrepid Snowmobiler Page 5 of 12 • Adjacent Regions : Madawaska Highlands (south), Outaouais (north) #3 Madawaska Highlands Madawaska Highlands Photo © by Craig Nicholson The Madawaska Highlands are immediately adjacent to, and for most of us inseparable from the Ottawa Valley, which riders ranked as #2 (see above). Together they comprise a huge swath of terrain that is ranked here as the premier Southern Ontario riding area among Ontario snowmobile tour destinations. But because the two are distinct areas at least in regional name and because snowmobilers answering my Have Your Say Mondays poll specifically named their favourite towns, I’ve listed them individually. • Location: Ontario’s Highlands Region • Trailering Distance: Toronto to Bancroft – 241.3 km, Toronto to Barry’s Bay – 306.5 km. • Riding Days: 3 to 5 (day rides or saddle bagging) • Trails: over 1,000 km • Loops : Madawaska Highlands Loop 180 km), Round Bonnechere Loop (230 km), RAP Tour (south-eastern section) https://www.intrepidsnowmobiler.com/ontario -snowmobile -tour -destinations/ 3/ 20/ 2018 Discover Barry's Bay Ontario Snowmobiling https://www.intrepidsnowmobile... Page 93 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #6.2 Ontario Snowmobile Tour Destinations Top 5 | Intrepid Snowmobiler Page 6 of 12 • Named Towns in Ranked Order: Barry’s Bay, Bancroft , Whitney • My Fav Lodgings: Ashgrove Inn (Barry’s Bay), Bancroft Inn & Suites • My Tour Articles: Discover Barry’s Bay , Big Time in Bancroft • Contact Info: Ontario’s Highland Tourism , Snow Country Snowmobile Region • Adjacent Regions : Haliburton Highlands (west), Ottawa Valley (north & east) #4 Algoma North Algoma North Photo © by Craig Nicholson Snowmobilers answering my Have Your Say Mondays poll about Ontario snowmobile tour destinations picked the area from Searchmont north to Hearst as #4. This in the northern half of the region known as Algoma Country, located north of Lake Huron and east of Lake Superior. For many years, it’s been a popular destination for American snowmobilers visiting Ontario via Sault Ste. Marie. • Location: Algoma Country • Trailering Distance: Toronto to Searchmont – 739.7 km • Riding Days: 3 to 5 (saddle bagging) • Trails: about 700 km • Rides : Halfway There , ¾ of the Way There, All The Way There https://www.intrepidsnowmobiler.com/ontario -snowmobile -tour -destinations/ 3/ 20/ 2018 Discover Barry's Bay Ontario Snowmobiling https://www.intrepidsnowmobile... Page 94 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #6.2 Ontario Snowmobile Tour Destinations Top 5 | Intrepid Snowmobiler Page 7 of 12 • Named Towns in Ranked Order: Wawa , Dubreuilville , Hearst • My Fav Lodgings: Driftwood Valley Chalets (Searchmont), Wawa Motor Inn (Wawa), Magpie Relais (Dubreuilville), Companion Hotel (Hearst) • Tour Articles: Drop In To Dubreuilville , 10 Reasons to Visit Algoma • Contact Info: Algoma Country , Algoma Snow Plan Affiliation • Adjacent Regions : Northeastern Ontario (east) #5 Greater Sudbury Area Wolf Mountain Sudbury Photo © by Craig Nicholson For snowmobiling purposes, a 150-kilometre circle around the City of Sudbury defines the Greater Sudbury Area. It encompasses the original Sudbury Trail Plan, one of most established and well-developed trail systems among Ontario snowmobile tour destinations. Sudbury is the only central destination on this list with trails fanning out like spokes on a wheel in every direction of the compass. • Location: Northeastern Ontario Region • Trailering Distance: Toronto to Sudbury – 410.2 km • Riding Days: 2 to 4 (day rides) • Trails: over 1,100 km https://www.intrepidsnowmobiler.com/ontario -snowmobile -tour -destinations/ 3/ 20/ 2018 Discover Barry's Bay Ontario Snowmobiling https://www.intrepidsnowmobile... Page 95 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #6.2 Ontario Snowmobile Tour Destinations Top 5 | Intrepid Snowmobiler Page 8 of 12 • Loops : Chiniguchi Wolf Loop (223 km), Cartier Moose Loop (253 km), Deer Loop (175 km), Rainbow Elk Loop (349 km) • Named Towns in Ranked Order: Sudbury • My Fav Lodgings: Moonlight Suites (Sudbury) • My Tour Articles: Staging From Sudbury • Contact Info: Northeastern Ontario Tourism , Sudbury Tourism , Sudbury Trail Plan • Adjacent Regions : Algoma Country (west), Near North (east) With over 30,000 kilometres of OFSC trails across the province, these Ontario snowmobile tour destinations are just a few of the great trail riding options available. So when Mother Nature cooperates, be sure to discover and explore a few new ones of your own! Like This Post? Follow Me on Facebook Check out more snowmobile tours! 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Page 100 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #7.1 COMBERMEREICERINK2017/ REVIEWOF OPERATIONS Jamie Harron 1.I The‘I--IZJI——-IuJ'I-—I—I:I—ju1'wonderful assistance of the volunteers has made a very _-_.-_-__|J.....positive addition to the rink this year. 5...... Particularly I_-.would "l—'l'l|'I'lliketo note Elaine SchweigI-1-I-I--I-Zjljl.who has made yeoman’s efforts Iarujjnl-I.I.-.uI|.1_II.to get the whole community involved in activities at the —.I.|.l,.-|..-.|._|.|.|_r|.|.|__._rink. Having the rink made before Christmas was a real '1'-V-—-'|-—I--r-I-rrrrrrrbonus but ifwe are lucky enough to get such cold weather -rnext December-I-I---I may Isuggest|1—- that the snow1:12 is hard-packed with—|j.--I.a backhoe or similar. This--I.-|_|.—,|_|_.'hard-packing’ makes a strongI_|,_-|_|.surface for the|.:|j_ water to enter and #make a firmer, longer_.. lasting—.|____.base for the rink. I. Water,-I-— waterjrI-I-:-|u—|rI.Ir-everywhere but not a drop to drink. When-.I.u returned-I.r—I.|.:.|_-Ito evening work I'l—II-I-I-.J'—I.found the skaters virtually pleadingJ_l..|.:.|__.__|.|_._,for water when they had really done a lot of skating/hockey.tn‘--I-I A-—I-—-Irjr-jjwater source should be readily available atIrj.our facility. I I agree|.r|.z_J_|_|j|_|.with your stand and suspension for fighting.|‘.|.. .-|.|.|__uJ._.|-_"._"_.:...Children, and all the rest of us need a safe environment to -I-II.-I-renjoy ourselves. 'I4. The-2-|z——I.|.|.|.III|.I|1|rIZamboni worked well all season with a little bit of J-'-I-II-I-I.damage done by kidsJ...-1-_I.|_|:-_getting into the back room. This ‘—-—:-I-I-I--Ir--I--Iz-should be more under control next season with the signage -jj-jhjup stipulating that the area is for employees only. Staff Report - Jamie Herron RE: Combermere Outdoor Rink 2017/2018 Page 101 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #7.1 "_“lIthink that the idea of a new doorway directly across from the--I-—I-II-I---rI.l——-I-Inmain entrance is clever. Iwould ask that the old doorway2:;-.l-jI.|;a.III.—|.|_is maintained to facilitate use of the snow—b|ower .|.I|—and hoses. '-6. We'-ii‘-II-Ir-I-1-I-Ir—I-I-I-Ishould review the use of the black mats at the entrance -I-rI—Ito the rink. They--—r|—u1—.|1-do lookvery nice but snow gets walked on I.j|a|.|.|_|I.|.-|-.||_l._._|.I._to them and because they are black it melts very quickly and I_I._|.|:a.'..|_:._j.then the water freezes at night often making an extremely -I-I--I—Islippery surface. 7. I believejur-—r-I that the tarps on therl rink-I|.r—.jsurface worked veryI--Iulwell where.|_|.:—_|_a__,_.|_+the water does not flow off the rink at the first mil d I’I'period. 8.I The—IZI1'—I?2I—1JIJI-FIJItarps themselves will need to be dried and stored so thatIfI—I-—'Ij:Iu:I-jthey do not become mouldy over the summer. When-I1 we_|__j_.have clear weather for it I—IHHbegin the process of gettingrzru--I. this done. It|II.J-I.II:.|is my opinion that we needJ-II-I.|-IuIJ-I.J—IuI—I-two good coats of paint on the rink|.|_|.-I._|_aI.a,:|walls as the surface of the ply-wood is._._.-beginning to deteriorate'j—I-II-'-I--I-I-jjland this will slow that process down. The'1- blue/redr--' rink lines—1—jcould also down withZJI—a re-painting .This- needs1.I|.I.|. to be done theI._|.|__I..|.|.|__._summer so the paint takes proper hold..|.I Staff Report - Jamie Herron RE: Combermere Outdoor Rink 2017/2018 Page 102 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #7.1 10.-?'l'.h'h'l--Ih?lhCurrently the heat is still on at the rink although have turned the temperature down. I willwait till we have frost free nights before shutting it down completely. 11. I am sure that Iwillthink of something else as soon as hand this in but Ithink it is all of the salient points 12. Jamie Harron CO RinkCaretaker Staff Report - Jamie Herron RE: Combermere Outdoor Rink 2017/2018 Page 103 of 114 Page 104 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #7.2 TOWNSHIP OF MADAWASKA VALLEY Madawaska Valley Fitness Centre Final Report Rhea Sabatine 3/16/2018 Report - Rhea Sabatine - March 16, 2018 RE: Madawaska Valley Fitness Cen... Page 105 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #7.2 Benefits of Exercise in the Madawaska Valley Many individuals in the community have created a healthy lifestyle for themselves by incorporating the Madawaska Valley Fitness Centre into their daily routine. They come to strength train in the weight room, join friends and community members in recreational sports, or come with family to walk the halls in the evenings. Every individual in the Madawaska Valley community and surrounding Municipalities have been offered the opportunity to create an active lifestyle by participating in the many activities that we offer in the evening. Exercise has different beneficial factors for each population group, but all-in-all helps to increase the quality of life and improve our health; both body and mind. Youth in the community, as well as students at the Our Lady Seat of Wisdom College, have been involved in the after school activities that we offer in the evenings. When youth and students have the opportunity to stay active, they improve their overall health by giving them a place to de-stress and use physical activity to improve their studies. The following are benefits in which students and youth gain from being physically active (Government of Canada, 2016): • Develop cardiovascular fitness, strength, flexibility, and bone density • Maintaining a healthy body weight • Reduce the risk of chronic disease and health problems • Lessen the likelihood of tobacco, alcohol, and drug use • Improve mental health, sleeping patterns, and learning • More energy for the daily tasks as students and youth • Overall well-being When looking at our adult population, 19 to 54 year old, as all of the above will occur with this age group, they also have more benefits pertaining to physical body health with growing older. When adults are beginning a new lifestyle of exercise machines and new movements, they begin their programming slow; ensuring what they are doing will have a positive effect on their body. Adults are recommended to have at least 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous- Report - Rhea Sabatine - March 16, 2018 RE: Madawaska Valley Fitness Cen... Page 106 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #7.2 intensity aerobic physical activity per week, as well as adding muscle and bone-strengthening activities using major muscle groups at least two days per week (Heart & Stroke Foundation, 2018). Incorporating weight training and other forms of resistance training will help with the overall quality of life. Most importantly, exercise has been known to help decrease the chance of diseases and increase endurance, flexibility and balance. Finally, when we look towards our senior population, we have a growing population in the fitness centre of more seniors using the weight room on a regular schedule at 3-5 days a week. Removing a facility that seniors are able to strengthen their bodies, improve their balance, and improve their overall health can cause a negative effect once the regular workouts come to a complete stop. We want to keep our senior population active to ensure they are healthier longer, and continue to have the opportunity of living a healthy lifestyle. Many health concerns arise as individuals continue to be sedentary and do not follow the recommended physical activity levels for their age group. The following is a list of health risks and diseases that can occur when one is sedentary (Heart & Stroke Foundation, 2018): • High Blood Pressure • High Cholesterol • Diabetes • Osteoporosis • Cancer • Obesity • Falls and Injuries • Depression and Anxiety Over 63% of Canadians are not active enough to receive the benefits they need from physical activity (Canada's Physical Activity Guide, 2018). The Madawaska Valley Fitness Centre has been a facility that has allowed individuals in our community to grow, be a part of an energetic and active community, as well as create a new and improved life that has many benefits for their health. Our hope is that this recreational facility will remain open for the Report - Rhea Sabatine - March 16, 2018 RE: Madawaska Valley Fitness Cen... Page 107 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #7.2 Madawaska Valley Township and surrounding Municipalities, as well as continue to gain the active summer population of cottagers that have been able to remain active while visiting our area due to the fitness facility. We need to understand the importance of physical activity and realize the health issues and obesity rates that are continuing to rise due to inactive and sedentary individuals. We need to continue to promote living a healthier lifestyle in the Township of Madawaska Valley and increase the amount of physical activity we are all doing each day. Report - Rhea Sabatine - March 16, 2018 RE: Madawaska Valley Fitness Cen... Page 108 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #7.2 2018 Progress Reports: January 2018 During the month of January 2018, the Madawaska Valley Fitness Centre had an average of 23 clients attending the facility each day. Numbers for the centre had increased slightly since January 2017, but have lowered in days due to cancelling Saturdays. Each month continues to show more progress in new members and higher daily usage of the facility. Below is a bar graph showing the number of clients in January 2017 and in January 2018, as well as the number of students who use the centre each day. Number of Clients: January 2017 & January 2018 30 26 24 22 Students 18 Jan-17 16 Days Days January in Jan-18 12 10 8 4 2 0 10 20 30 40 50 # of Clients The Madawaska Valley Fitness Centre had a number of changes in hours due to Snow Days, Holidays, and P.A Days that left us with client numbers increasing and decreasing throughout different days. Less high school students are using the fitness centre facility, but are playing sports at $2.00/sport. We have noticed a slow increase of memberships from December Report - Rhea Sabatine - March 16, 2018 RE: Madawaska Valley Fitness Cen... Page 109 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #7.2 2017 and hope to see this continue to rise up. We need to continue to see an increase in memberships in order to keep the Fitness Centre after April 2018. Below is a chart of information for youth, adult and senior memberships bought throughout the month of January, as well as drop-in numbers and sport program drop-in numbers. As our new walking program continues, we have more members coming to walk the halls in the evenings. Most members who have participating in walk-the-halls are of the senior population, giving them an area to walk in the community instead of being outdoors. Membership Details Membership Detail One Month Memberships Purchased 3 Month, 6 Month & 1 Year Youth 1 3 months = 1 3 months = 1 Adult 12 6 months = 0 1 year = 0 3 months = 1 Senior 11 6 months = 0 1 year = 0 Drop-in Fee 17 Sport Programs (Drop-in Fee Payed – not including members) Volleyball 29 Badminton 2 Walk-the-Halls 19 Ball Hockey 6 Total 56 As we move into the month of February, we begin a shorter month with fewer days for sports and the fitness centre. We continue to see memberships growing, but are still in need of new members and renewing members buying longer memberships than one month. The more memberships that we receive, the greater chance we will have in continuing the Fitness Centre after April 2018. Report - Rhea Sabatine - March 16, 2018 RE: Madawaska Valley Fitness Cen... Page 110 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #7.2 February 2018 During the month of February 2018, the Madawaska Valley Fitness Centre had an average of 25 clients attending the facility each day. Numbers for the centre have decreased since January due to the number of Snow Days that the Madawaska Valley District High School had throughout the month of February. We are still seeing new memberships bought, but less numbers in the actual facility. Below is a bar graph showing the number of clients in February 2017 and February 2018 as well as the number of students who use the centre each day. Number of Clients: February 2017 & February 2018 28 26 22 20 15 Students 13 Feb-17 Days Days February in 9 Feb-18 7 5 1 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 # of Clients The Madawaska Valley Fitness Centre had a number of changes in hours due to Snow Days, Holidays, and P.A Days that left us with client numbers increasing and decreasing throughout different days. Less high school students are using the fitness centre facility, but are playing sports at $2.00/sport. We have noticed an increase in memberships from January 2018 and hope to see this continue to rise. We have new members coming to the centre and old members renewing their memberships. Below is a chart of information for youth, adult and senior memberships bought throughout the month of February, as well as drop-in numbers and sport program drop-in Report - Rhea Sabatine - March 16, 2018 RE: Madawaska Valley Fitness Cen... Page 111 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #7.2 numbers. As our new walking program continues, we have more members coming to walk the halls in the evenings. Most members who have participating in walk-the-halls are of the senior population, giving them an area to walk in the community instead of being outdoors. Membership Details Membership Detail One Month Memberships Purchased 3 Month, 6 Month & 1 Year Youth 5 3 months = 0 3 months = 0 Adult 14 6 months = 0 1 year = 0 3 months = 1 Senior 11 6 months = 0 1 year = 0 Drop-in Fee 16 Sport Programs (Drop-in Fee Payed – not including members) Volleyball 47 Badminton 0 Walk-the-Halls 56 Ball Hockey 5 Total 108 We are moving in to one of the final months before the Ontario Trillium Grant comes to an end. Our hope is to continue running the fitness facility after April 28th, 2018 with the help of a new grant, or help from other sources. The Our Lady Seat of Wisdom College has had a discussion with members of the Township of Madawaska Valley to try and help with some cost towards the centre, as the program benefits the students when they are studying and needing physical activity as a stress-relief. We are looking into our options this month to ensure we have considered every possible way to keep this needed facility running. As for programming, our Walk-the-Halls program has grown tremendously over the first month, starting at no clients, moving to 19 and now to 56. Many seniors and families with smaller children have taken advantage of the hall walking. Walking the halls has allowed a diverse population the ability to do a simple active movement while sidewalks and walking trails are covered with snow and ice. Allowing a place for people to use the halls and stairs is just another way for our community to remain active. Report - Rhea Sabatine - March 16, 2018 RE: Madawaska Valley Fitness Cen... Page 112 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #7.2 Conclusion on the MV Fitness Centre The Madawaska Valley Fitness Centre has been open for over two years, providing all youth, adults and seniors with an opportunity to stay healthy and active throughout the week in the Madawaska Valley. We have been able to successfully provide a centre where a diverse population can come and participate in activities that they like, whether it is the weight room, recreational sports, walking the halls, summer day camps, sport camps, sport tournaments and so much more. Our hope was to continue the program after the Ontario Trillium Foundation Grant ended, but with the number of people in the community and the inexpensive memberships, we were unable to balance our revenue and expenditures. There have been difficulties with the reciprocal agreement with the Renfrew County District School Board, allowing us to only be in certain times on different days, and having many days in which we would have to close in the evenings, but many of the smaller issues have been worked out and approved by the school board to allow for a smoother operation over the last two years. Being that the closest fitness facility is 80km away from the Madawaska Valley, this program has offered a place for all individuals who did not participate in activities at the local arena, a way to stay active each evening during the winter months. To close a facility when the equipment will remain in the building and the access in the evening would still be there causes many concerns for our community members. We need to continue to focus on the quality of life of our local members in the community, as well as tourists visiting the area, and keep the Madawaska Valley Fitness Centre alive. Report - Rhea Sabatine - March 16, 2018 RE: Madawaska Valley Fitness Cen... Page 113 of 114 AGENDA ITEM #7.2 Bibliography Canada's Physical Activity Guide. (2018). Canada's physical activity guide to healthy active living. Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Government of Canada. (2016). Children and physical activity. Winnepeg, Manitoba, Canada. Heart & Stroke Foundation. (2018). Everyone needs activity. Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Heart & Stroke Foundation. (2018). How much physical activity do you need? Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Report - Rhea Sabatine - March 16, 2018 RE: Madawaska Valley Fitness Cen... Page 114 of 114