RPT 21-250 That the Community Services Advisory Committee

RPT 21-250

TITLE: Beautification of City Entrance Ways

DATE: May 13, 2021

TO: Community Services Advisory Committee

PUBLIC: X INCAMERA:

RECOMMENDATION:

That the Community Services Advisory Committee approve the 2021 Focus Areas for Beautification identified by the Community Services Department and forward the recommendation to Council for consideration.

TOPIC AND PURPOSE

To provide background on the beautification process, the accomplishments in 2019 & 2020, and the suggested plan moving into 2021 related to the topic of beautification of the City Entrance Ways.

BACKGROUND

The following resolution was approved during the 2021 Budget Committee Regular meeting.

“That the total 2021 Operating Budget for the City Beautification Functional Area be approved at a cost of $75,800, as presented.”

PROPOSED APPROACH AND RATIONALE:

Beginning with the 2019 Season, Community Services has been tasked with looking at implementing various beautification initiatives including how to best use the funds allocated in the annual budget to plan the beautification process. Preliminary discussions have taken place around the Development of a Comprehensive Plan involving various City Departments as it relates to general maintenance, signage, landscaping and promotion. Community RPT 21-250 Page 2 of 10 beautification should be considered a high priority, specifically highway entrances, as they are the first contact that residents and visitors have, creating that first impression of the City. When we talk about beautification, the immediate thought was to look at the addition of landscaping which would include flowerbeds to brighten the entryways. Suggestions were brought forth to look at designing options to communicate to the public providing an opportunity for input into a Comprehensive Plan.

Other considerations for review and previously presented to the Community Services Advisory Committee include options around the City’s Entrance Ways:

1. Create a stronger sense of arrival

 Creation of new signage

 Development of a stronger vertical element that commands attention and is visible from a distance.

 Providing directions to additional visitor information

2. Introducing a theme with colour and form that repeats throughout the corridor

 The first element you see, the entry sign, should be predominantly the theme color and form.

 Color and Form can also be represented in light poles, banners, signs, planters, etc.

 An opportunity to highlight key aspects of the season should also be a key focus i.e. Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter, Canada Day, etc.

3. Provide a vertical element that can be repeated along the length of the corridor

 Vertical elements create the best visual impact at driving speeds.

 Includes trees, poles, banners, flags, sign features, public art, etc. RPT 21-250 Page 3 of 10

4. Planting & Maintenance

 Introduce planting wherever possible. Consistent tree planting will be beneficial.

 Flowers are relatively inexpensive and provide for an impressive display of color.

 Consider the impact of planting for all seasons.

 Attention to general maintenance and considering more efficient delivery of those services i.e. Highway Ditch Mowing.

5. Enhance positive views and work towards screening the negative

 Take advantage of natural sight lines to locate a display of planting or theme elements.

 Use of fencing and screen planting to obstruct views that are less desirable.

6. Standardize signage and un-clutter the corridor

 Standardize the directional/informational signage so that it becomes more recognizable.

2019 saw focus on some key feedback provided through CSAC and in consultation with other departments we were able to provide the following additional services:

2nd Avenue Corridor between 17th Street West and 22nd Street West

 Thorough cleaning of the 2nd Avenue corridor from between 15th street west and 22nd Street West.

 Anti graffiti protective coating applied along the 2nd Avenue Corridor between 17th Street West and 22nd Street West. Anti graffiti coating was applied to the cement surfaces along the wrought iron fencing including planters and the cement retaining walls on either side of 2nd Avenue. RPT 21-250 Page 4 of 10

 Garden beds cleaned out and maintained along the wrought iron fence.

 All elm trees were cleaned-up, deadwood removed and skirts raised within this corridor.

 Additional street sweeping.

City Entrance Ways

 Additional grass cuts.

 Additional weed control.

 New trees planted along the East side of Highway #2 and the South Hill Cemetery.

 Improved floral display at the Visitor Information Centre.

 New signage at Visitor Information Centre.

E.A. Rawlinson Centre

 Completion of landscaping.

Capital improvements completed in 2019 that aid in the beautification efforts

 Intersection improvements at 2nd Avenue and 28th street west which included a dedicated right turn lane, new traffic lights, concrete and asphalt paving

 New turning Lane at 15th Street West and 2nd Avenue west

 Services Road improvements along 2nd Avenue West from 38th – 44th Streets RPT 21-250 Page 5 of 10

 The installation of a double-sided digital billboard was also installed at the Northeast corner of 2nd Avenue West and 15th street, the project would have an immediate impact on the highway 2 entrance to the City,

2020 presented challenges due to COVID however the following beautification efforts were undertaken and completed:

2nd Avenue Corridor between 17th Street West and 22nd Street West

 Communication with all businesses along the 2nd Avenue corridor, ensuring that each business has the corresponding landscape agreement and understands the responsibility contained within. This would include responsibilities around grass cutting, weed control, snow removal and plant material replacement.

 Forestry crew to work on trees on both sides of 2nd Avenue to remove, dead, diseased, hazards and general clean-up.

 Sweeping of boulevards to remove sand, rocks and debris as required.

 Work to bring vacant lot’s into compliance.

 Gas powered trimmer to remove overgrowth of grass along the curb face and sidewalks along 2nd Avenue running between 28th street and Marquis Road. This will improve landscape lines to improve upon esthetics.

 Yellow curbing repainted

 Improved painting on traffic lights

 Fixing of damaged and broken signage along the 28th to Marquis corridor

The key to the work in 2020 was to keep on top of the improvements already completed in 2019 as well as working along side the business owners to provide them support from the City in helping bring their properties back into compliance. If we could work with the businesses, RPT 21-250 Page 6 of 10 working to improve upon relations while leading the charge, we believed there was opportunity to make a large conservative effort towards beautification.

Utilizing the dollars provided through the budgeting process in 2020 we were able to continue building on the improvements to the basic levels of service the City currently provided and looked for creative solutions to bring about additional change.

During the 2021 Budgeting deliberations we had heard from Council on their desire to see the budgeted dollars used on more Capital inspired improvements with a smaller focus on the operational components. As a result discussions led to continued focus on improvements along the 2nd Avenue corridor specifically the Wrought Iron Fence that extends North and South along 2nd Avenue between 18th Street West and 22nd Street West. Also focus on a more friendly chemical free solution to weed control in our medians, sidewalks, entry ways to the City and downtown core.

As part of the beautification process for 2021 the Community Services Department is proposing the following focus areas:

 Focus on grass cutting, weed whipping and flower planting.

(Flower purchase and planting is about $10,000 each year and covered thru the Beautification account)

 Attention to weed control efforts through the rental of a Foam Stream weed control system on a trial basis from the months of May through September. This is an alternative to herbicide using 200-degree water and a biodegradable foaming agent comprised of a blend of coconut and palm kernel oils certified through the Roundtable of Sustainable Palm Oil, rapeseed oil, glucose, polysaccharides derived from the natural fermentation of glucose and glutamic acid derived from sugar beets. This is an all- natural product, focusing on and looking to alternatives in addressing the way we treat weeds. The system is user friendly and does not require special certification to operate, making it easier for staff to apply.

($20,000 committed to initiative thru the beautification budget)

 Additional street sweeping efforts along 2nd Avenue corridors and City entrances;

(Completed thru Public Works operational account) RPT 21-250 Page 7 of 10

 Pressure washing and cleaning of the 2nd Avenue fencing and median area as well as the retaining walls on the East and West sides of 2nd Avenue; and,

($10,000 is usually the annual cost for this work paid for thru the Highway Connectors program)

 Graffiti removal

(Approximately $10,000 a year spent on graffiti removal efforts thru operational spending)

A total of $30,000 of the $75,000 has been committed to beautification initiatives for 2021 leaving $45,000 for consideration.

As we continue to gain momentum and finding those quick wins with beautification, administration believes that future discussion regarding framework and consultation on this topic may be required. Administration does see value in staying the course at this time and putting the time in to internal operational processes and improvements however in order for the City to take the next step regarding Beautification a more Comprehensive interdepartmental plan should be developed through consultation with our key stakeholders.

Below are also some considerations to consider within the City’s future planning processes regarding Beautification initiatives & opportunities.

 Rotary Adventure Park slated for 2022 at Little Red River Park adjacent to Highway 55;

 Highway 2 North – a well kept corridor with higher maintenance standards introduced over the last 3 years;

 Highway 3 entrance from the South East will be the future home of the new Aquatic and Arenas Recreation Center and Business District;

 Marquis Road Extension to 10th Avenue West;

 6,000 plus square foot outdoor workout gym at the Alfred Jenkins Field House being installed later this spring, early summer; RPT 21-250 Page 8 of 10

 Largest outdoor All-Inclusive Canadian Tire Jumpstart and City Playground over 17,000 square feet;

 23 kilometers of paved Rotary Trail;

 Sisters in Spirit Monument to be installed in mid July near River Street East and 1st Avenue East;

 Gazebo restoration and addition of lighting located near the Museum;

 Installation of River Bank Indigenous interpretive panels;

 Indigenous naming signage in 6 different Indigenous languages that were recently installed on River Street East and 1st Avenue East, 1st Avenue West and River Street West and 6th Avenue East on River Street.

All of these projects are not necessarily specifically tied to the beautification of City Entrances however they aid in the messaging of City beautification efforts and bolster pride within community. A much larger discussion on what needs prioritizing, is recommended to ensure we remain focused on the future outcomes the City is wishing to focus on in years ahead.

As a department the topic of beautification is a big one and encompasses many departments. The Community Services Department serves mainly as strictly the maintenance arm of this effort which is why a more Corporate focused plan may be required.

CONSULTATIONS:

As an ongoing step in this beautification process, the Community Services Department continues to meet regularly with representatives from the Departments of Public Works, Planning & Development, Corporate Services and Communications.

COMMUNICATION:

Upon approval, Administration will continue to communicate internally with all departments involved and provide timely updates to members of Committee as driven by Committee Agenda.

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OTHER CONSIDERATIONS/IMPLICATIONS:

There are no policy, financial, privacy implications or other considerations.

STRATEGIC PLAN:

Developing design options for the Beautification of the City’s Entrance Ways supports two of the City’s Strategic Goals:

Fiscal Management and Accountability – The City strive to align priorities and initiatives to the corporate strategies and deliver municipal services in cost-effective ways.

Infrastructure – The City will create infrastructure that supports growth while planning for continuous improvements.

OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN:

This report supports the Community Services Master Plan initiatives and addresses the goal of contributing to infrastructure and sustainability efforts through proper planning which can help preserve and maintain natural and built environments. Our connection to the natural world is important and must be considered in the delivery of community services.

OPTIONS TO RECOMMENDATION:

An additional option for the Committee to consider in 2021 with the use of this year’s budgeted dollars would be an art proposal for installation that has been discussed by the Public Art working group to help elevate and improve the beautification along a portion of the Wrought Iron Fencing on 2nd Avenue.

A call was put out to Artists to submit their concepts/proposal(s) for this improvement and the recommended proposal is attached for consideration. This concept was chosen from those submitted and further ongoing discussion with the Artist to simplify the design for five banner/sections of the fence to have these elements in a durable, long lasting material. A copy of the proposal is attached.

The total cost of the Artists Proposal as submitted is $25,000 plus taxes. There is consideration and discussion with the Artist taking place May 18 to look at simplifying the design and using materials that would have a considerably longer life span such as steel. By switching the considered materials we expect that there will be a cost increase to the overall proposal not exceeding $35,000.

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PUBLIC NOTICE:

Public Notice pursuant to Public Notice Bylaw No. 24 of 2015 is not required.

PRESENTATION:

Verbal Presentation – Timothy Yeaman, Parks Manager

Written by: Timothy Yeaman, Parks Manager

Approved by: Director of Community Services and City Manager

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Artist Proposal 2. Foam Stream Fact Sheet

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (Artist Proposal)

Prepared for:

City of Prince Albert Arts and Culture Call for Artist Concept 2nd Avenue Art Installation

c/o City of Prince Albert, Purchasing Department Municipal Service Centre 11 – 38th Street East Prince Albert, SK S6W 1A5

E: [email protected]

Prepared By:

Joanne Churko 914 Broad Street North Regina, SK S4R 5Z1

P: 306-359-7886 Email: [email protected] [email protected]

Thank you for creating this artistic creative design opportunity. I am excited to participate in the bid process for this competition. Please accept the following as an application/expression of interest for:

City of Prince Albert Call For Artist Concept - 2nd Avenue Art Installation Prince Albert, SK as advertised.

Deadline: Wednesday April 21, 2021 2:30p.m.

1.0 Expression of Interest

1.1 Project Description & Summary

Public art has the ability to inspire, engage and connect people in extraordinary ways. The City of Prince Albert supports an Art and Culture program and policies that allow artists of all mediums, skill types and abilities to develop their crafts and create works that are truly inspiring. This particular opportunity is of interest because it aligns with my skillset as a multi-medium artist and combines my technical expertise as a multi-disciplined and creative designer and technical consultant of more than thirty years, into one single scope of work.

This expression of interest proposes to design, develop, construct and install a collection of five (5) double-sided, open-faced, artistic fence panels (in duplicate), similar to the five concepts shown herein. The scenes are technically complex but simple in appearance, are aesthetically pleasing, and incorporate bright and bold color palettes and textures intended to stand out against the existing natural backdrop. For technical reasons, lighting is not considered at this time, but is open for discussion and can be revisited during the Detailed Design Phase. Each panel location is made up of two decorative interior panels, (one on each side of the fence), and a decorative outer face layer:

a) The decorative outer face layer – consists of various trim pieces, including vertical panel end caps, a continuous top cap, and an adjustable skirt at the base (optional), if required. b) The decorative interior panels – will be made up of irregular shaped plywood cutouts of various sizes, shapes, layers and configurations to provide a three-dimensional effect. Layers may be adhered to each other or separated through the use of spacers to create texture and dimension. The interior panels may be block painted, artistically painted, or any combination thereof, as determined during the Detailed Design Phase (See Sec. 1.2 below). Each location will consist of two mirror- image panels so that the same design can be presented on both sides of the street.

The five (5) concept collection, through its artistic composition and subject matter hopes to engage audiences and promote discussions about unique landscapes and interesting wildlife that can be found in the Prince Albert Region.

1.2 Technical Information & Execution

The design and construction process will consist of three phases…a Detailed Design Phase, a Construction Phase and an Installation and Final Approval Phase. Should this proposal be accepted, these phases will be used to seek client feedback through engagement, consultation and approvals, as well as monitor progress, and determine key milestones for the purpose of gauging budget and schedule and establishing progress payments. These concepts have been designed in consideration of the following:

a) artistic design specifications and/or parameters as listed in the Call for Artist Concept; b) maintenance, safety, visibility, longevity and structural integrity; c) suitability related to the location; d) complementary to the site, as a whole; e) appropriateness and relativity of subject matter; f) flexibility in the design, with some limitations, and; g) other creative design, artistic and technical parameters.

2.0 Budget and Schedule

Budget: $25,000.00 CAD, plus applicable taxes (5-panel collection) $20,000.00 CAD, plus applicable taxes (4-panel collection, may include Panel 2) $15,000.00 CAD, plus applicable taxes (3-panel collection, does not include Panel 2)

Schedule (timeline): 8 weeks, upon acceptance/approval to proceed

Note: The development of one and two panel collections are not financially feasible under this proposal. This is because the work warrants a Detailed Design Phase to undertake client consultation, to acquire valued client feedback, to resolve design elements and technical details that must be reconciled prior to construction. This particular collection will have a higher than normal labor and material cost. Transport is also a budgetary factor. While some flexibility exists and concessions can be made in the design, the installation is an outdoor application that will be installed along an existing traffic median, and therefore, safety, durability and other 3 specific elements must also be considered in the design and construction details. Under this proposal, progress payments will be requested at key intervals.

3.0 Other Considerations:

3.1 Phasing

To ensure proper management of the budget and schedule, the work will be executed in phases. These phases will allow for periodic client reviews and consultations at appropriate intervals and for the purpose of establishing reasonable progress payments. The proposed execution phases are as follows:

a) The Detailed Design Phase – Review, discuss and finalize artistic and technical design and execution details. Will require one pre-design site visit to review existing site conditions and collect asbuilt data and information. Will seek client consultation and client sign-off on the final designed artistic panels, prior to construction. The detailed design phase is expected to take 2 to 3 weeks to execute. b) The Construction Phase – Construction of the work as determined by the Detailed Design Phase. Requires client approval prior to shipping to the site. The construction phase is expected to take 3 to 4 weeks to execute. c) The installation and Final Approval Phase – Will require final client approval (through photos) prior to shipping to the site. Will also require acceptance of the work at the time that the installation is complete.

3.2 Support Local

Where the work requires elements of the project to be sub-contracted consideration will be given to hire locally, where employing locally is competitive, and favourable to the management of the project budget and schedule, and both favourable and feasible to the success of the project, as a whole. Similarly, credits to the budget may be offered should the City of Prince Albert wish to install the finished panels independently. Credit values can be discussed and determined during the Detailed Design Phase.

3.3 Additional Information

The details of this design including design details, feasibility and details related to budget and schedule, are open for discussion. Additional information may be available upon request. I am happy to answer any questions that you may have, in that regard.

4.0 Personal Resume/CV

A Personal Resume/CV is submitted with this application in confidence, as a separate attachment.

5.0 Personal Portfolio (Personal Project Gallery)

A Personal Project Gallery is also submitted in confidence, as a separate attachment to serve as an Artist Portfolio.

6.0 Visualization

6.1 Past Work

City of Prince Albert Crosswalk Art

Additional Past Work can be viewed in my Personal Project Gallery outlined in Sec. 5.0 above .

6.2 Concepts

Time constraints dictated by the short bidding period did not allow for the development of all five concepts, given the complexity and enormity of this design concept and the level of detail required to successfully execute this proposal. However, five (5) themes have been determined and rough samples have been developed. Panel Themes are as follows:

Panel 1 – Great Plains Bison Theme (rough sample shown below Panel 2 – Watershed Theme (ie: Pelicans, Loons, Beavers, Rabbits, Owl, Hawk) Panel 3 – Deer/Moose Forestry Theme Panel 4 – Bear/Fish River/Forest Theme Panel 5 – Wolf/Forest Theme (rough sample shown below)

Two sample concepts have been provided below for the purpose of communicating the overall vision of the proposal and how it might actually appear on site. These samples may or may not reflect the final panel designs at the detailed design level. Should serious consideration be given to developing this proposal further, I would be happy to provide you with more detailed concepts, additional information, or engage in detailed discussions to help satisfy any questions or concerns that you might have regarding the proposal, as described throughout this EOI.

These samples represent ROUGH CONCEPTS ONLY that were developed primarily for the purpose of determining colour schemes, layouts and scale specific to this proposal. These will be refined, detailed, finalized, resolved and reconciled during the Detailed Design Phase. As stated previously, client sign-off would be sought on each panel design prior to construction.

Sample Panel 1 – Great Plains Bison Theme (rough concept only)

Sample Panel 5 - Wolf/Forest Theme

CURRICULUM VITAE (CV)

Joanne is an experienced multi-disciplined designer, technical consultant, project manager, draftsperson and artist. Her comprehensive technical knowledge in design, management and construction practices spans approximately thirty (30) years, contributing to the successful completion of more than 800 projects, in multiple disciplines, with varying subjects, scopes, budgets and degrees of complexity, through many forms of procurement and project delivery. She is the former owner of a successful small design and consulting firm of ten (10) years. She is currently operating as a sole proprietor on a contract, per-project basis.

Joanne’s creative skills, technical diversity and applied work experience have allowed her to assume lead roles on many architectural, engineering and planning teams, as well as execute complex projects independently, from concept to completion. Although much of her work experience can be attributed to the architectural discipline, she has also initiated and collaborated on some major municipal, planning, civil works and creative design projects. Her unique skills, combined with her problem-solving and technical expertise have resulted in the professional collaborations and opportunities to successfully create, write/author, design, interpret, solve, manage, coordinate and execute some extraordinary projects across a spectrum of industries. She is familiar with provincial and municipal processes and procedures, primarily as they relate to planning and development; and has demonstrated the ability to implement good design practices; effectively work in the best interests of stakeholders; match budget with schedule; write and administer contracts; coordinate project details; manage resources and conflict; observe, acquire, assess and interpret a wide variety of technical data/scenarios; and offer technical insights from a planning, design, management and construction perspective, at virtually any stage of development.

She has researched and developed solutions for complex development problems, including those associated with building systems; facility planning; municipal works; raw land development for various land uses and land use factors; and including urban park and open space development. Joanne has also performed a wide range of municipal assessments and applied field services; developed complicated drawing packages; and written and negotiated a wide range of technical documents including orders, specs, reports, studies, construction contract documents, guiding documents, planning documents, bylaws and agreements.

Joanne excels when faced with challenges and has executed some of her best work in collaborative, technical environments. She has been fortunate in her career collaborations, experiences, opportunities and mentorships. She continues to learn and grow with every project, as new opportunities arise. J CHURKO, FREELANCE, SOLE PROPRIETOR / 1993 – present REGINA, SK  Approx. 30yrs of applied project DESIGNER, TECHNICAL CONSULTANT, PROJECT MANAGER, DRAFSTPERSON, ARTIST: experience in multiple disciplines Operates on a contractual per project and/or term basis.  Project management  Project coordination JC GRAPHIC AND TECHNICAL SERVICES / 2006 – present (inactive)  Construction contract administration MILESTONE, SK  Creative Design & Artistry OWNER: Operates on a contractual per project and/or term basis. Oversees all  Architectural Design aspects of business operations. Deliverables include various design and technical  Drawing Development (concept to services (concept to completion), contract document development, estimating and completion) budgeting, technical writing, field services & inspections, reviews, assessments,  Contract document development construction contract administration, project management, project coordination,  Technical writing technical analysis & interpretation, research & development, studies, reports &  Estimating & budgeting proposals, CAD services, graphic design, & other similar creative design and/or  Field services & inspections technical support services.  Compliancy reviews  Technical analysis & Interpretation KENLIN DESIGN GROUP / 2004 - 2006  Research & development REGINA, SK  Reviews and Assessments ARCHITECTURAL DIVISION COORDINATOR; CIVIL DIVISION COORDINATOR: Division  Studies, reports & proposals management, project design development and production, project management &  CAD & graphic services coordination, policy development, research and development, budgeting &  Technical support services estimating, CAD and graphic services, staff management

STONE HUTCHINSON ARCHITECTS LTD. / 1997 - 2004 REGINA, SK SENIOR TECHNOLOGIST/PROJECT LEAD: Construction contract administration, project management & coordination, design development & production, research & development, technical reviews & assessments, studies, reports & proposals, estimating and budgeting, field services, building assessments, inspections and evaluations, modeling & graphic presentation services, spec. writing, contract document development, level surveying, data collection & field services, CAD  Detail oriented services, system maintenance (IT), staff management & supervision  Strong problem-solving skills  Good working knowledge in multiple W.T. McGINN AND ASSOCIATES CONSULTING ENGINEERS disciplines (OKUMURA-McGINN ARCHITECTS & ENGINEERS) / 1993 - 1997  Familiar with municipal processes and REGINA, SK procedures TECHNOLOGIST (Architectural & Structural): project coordination & management,  Familiar with provincial legislation and project design development & production, various site services, data collection & regulatory requirements primarily as field services, project research and spec development, studies & reports, they relate to planning & development architectural modeling and rendering, presentations, manual drafting & CAD  Ability to identify, assess & interpret services complex technical data  Ability to adapt to progressive scopes GOV’T OF SASK. DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS AND TRANSPORTATION & constantly changing project MAINTENANCE BRANCH, PERMIT OFFICE / 1989 - 1992 environments REGINA, SK  Computer literate, proficient in PERMIT OFFICER: Application of Highways and Transportation Automated Permit numerous industry-related & specialty System and Westbridge Information Systems, software applications enforcement of regulations and policies related to overweight/overdimension  Good communication skills transportation and commodities, permit Issuance, policy research & development,  Works well independently cross-collaboration with SGI & HTB  Works well in a team environment

 MS Project (& other similar PM suites)  MS Office Suites (MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc.) BUILDING CODE TRAINING FOR CANADIANS (BCTC) / 2015 - 2016  AutoCAD (& other Autodesk suites add- SOUTHEAST REGIONAL COLLEGE on’s, including BIM’s) WEYBURN, SK  Archicad, Softplan (& other similar Saskatchewan Building Official Training as necessary to administer and enforce the architectural suites) UBAS Act (Part 9 of the National Building Code and provincial amendments)  Adobe Creative Suites (including Acrobat, InDesign, Illustrator, OH&S LEVEL 3, SUPERVISION & SAFETY / 2005 Photoshop, Flash, Premiere) SASK. LABOUR, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY DIV.  Coreldraw REGINA, SK  Sketchup Training to meet the requirements outlined by Saskatchewan Labour, Occupational  Openoffice Suites Health & Safety Division recognized for Workplace Supervision and Safety.  RS Means (& other estimating packages) OH&S LEVEL 2, ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION & WORKPLACE INSPECTIONS / 2005 SASK. LABOUR, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY DIV. REGINA, SK Training to meet the requirements outlined by Saskatchewan Labour, Occupational Health & Safety Division recognized for Accident Investigation & Workplace Safety.

OH&S LEVEL 1, COMMITTEE TRAINING / 2005 SASK. LABOUR, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY DIV. REGINA, SK Training to meet the requirements outlined by Saskatchewan Labour, Occupational Health & Safety Division recognized for Workplace Committee Training.

AUTODESK INVENTOR TRAINING / 2004 REGINA, SK Autodesk Inventor v9.0 certified software training

CSC CERTIFIED CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION (CCCA), LEVEL 1 / 2002 CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS CANADA, REGINA CHAPTER REGINA, SK Accredited construction contract administration training, level 1.

CSC CERTIFIED CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION (CCCA), LEVEL 2 / 2003 CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS CANADA, REGINA CHAPTER REGINA, SK Accredited construction contract administration training, level 2.

DRAFTING TECHNICIAN PROGRAM / 1992-1993 SIAST, WASCANA CAMPUS REGINA, SK Training and certification in Manual and CAD drafting, Planning and Design, Construction Practices, Contract Law, Transit and Level Surveying, Building Systems, Building Code interpretation

UNIVERSITY OF REGINA / 1990 - 1992 REGINA, SK 1st & 2nd year coursework contributing toward a degree in civil engineering.

3 This project experience list represents random selections of personal project history in alphabetical order, and does not endorse a specific discipline, sector, scope of work, or represent a complete comprehensive personal project experience record.

COMMERCIAL

 15 Wing Moose Jaw STS Renovations Bldg No. 58, Moose Jaw Sask.  Boston Pizza Regina East Location (Quance Street), Regina Sask.  Boundary Dam Office Addition, Sask  Casino Regina Additions and Renovations (Showroom, Learning Development Centre, Parkade, Skywalks) 1997-2003, Regina, Sask  City of Regina Lift Station, Regina Sask.  Dilawri Acura Car Dealership, Regina, Sask.  Dilawri Acura Car Dealership, Toronto, On.  Duck Mountain Processing Plant, Canora Sask.  Indian Head Animal Clinic Additions & Renovations 2009, Indian Head, Sask.  KFC Weyburn Renovations 2007, Weyburn, Sask.  Oxbow Agencies New Development, Oxbow Saskatchewan  PSW Fleet Brake2007, Winnipeg, Man.  Pasqua Street Two Storey Office Building 2004, Regina Sask.  Regina Air Terminal Building Additions and Renovations, Regina Sask.  Regina Honda, Regina, Sask.  Triple Seven Chrysler Car Dealership, Regina Sask.  Western Rail Co. Portable Grain Loading Facility 2000, Eston Sask.  Athabasca Dental Clinic 2007, Athabasca, Alta.  Dr. Patel Dental Office, Regina, Sask.  Doug Paul Design Office Building 2008, Regina, Sask.  DPL March Scientific 2009, Regina, Sask.  DPL Edgeworth 2008, Regina, Saskatchewan  Dr. Onishenko Bowerman Dental Office 2008, Saskatoon, Sask.  Dr. Wagner Dental Office 2008, Regina, Sask.  Dr. Grant Dental Office, Saskatoon, Sask.  Dr. Galvin Dental Centre, Medicine Hat Alta.  Dr. Kam Olfert Office, Swift Current Sask.  Dr. Kendrashova Dental Office, Regina Sask.  ICO Office Building 2008, Regina , Sask.  ICO Office Building Saskatchewan Drive 2010, Regina, Sask.  Richmond Nychuk Office Renovations, Regina Sask.  Lethbridge Dental Office 2008, Lethbridge, Alta.  Oxbow Agencies New Development, Oxbow Saskatchewan  Princeton Towers Renovations 2008, Saskatoon, Sask.  Queen City Obstetrics & Gynecology 2008, Regina, Sask.  Trade West LCU 2007, Regina, Sask.  West Landing Dental 2008, Regina, Sask.

4 EDUCATIONAL & RECREATIONAL

 Central Butte School Addition and Renovations, Central Butte Sask.  Cumberland Regional College L.P. Miller School Renovations, Nipawin, Sask  Eureka Fellowship Society New Development, Regina Sask.  Kindersley Composite High School Renovations, Kindersley, Sask  Kramer IMAX Theatre Renovations, Regina Sask.  North Central Family Centre, Regina Sask.  North Portal Visitor Reception Area, North Portal Sask.  Outlook High School Addition and Renovations, Outlook Sask.  Punnichy Elementary School Addition and Renovations, Punnichy Sask.  Punnichy High School Addition and Renovations, Punnichy Sask.  St. Agnes School Interior Renovation, Moose Jaw Sask.  Swift Current Civic Centre Additions and Renovations, Swift Current, Sask.  Vanier Collegiate Additions and Renovations, Moose Jaw Sask.  William Mason School Addition and Renovations, Choiceland Sask.

HEALTH CARE

 Balcarres Personal Care Home Renovations, Balcarres Sask.  Davidson Health Care Centre, Davidson Sask.  Moosomin Health Care Facility, Moosomin Sask.  Unity Hopsital Addition and Renovations, Unity Sask.

INDUSTRIAL

 Ipsco Spiral Mills #1, #2 & #3, Regina Sask.  IMC (Kalium) Potash Lump Breaker, Belle Plaine, Sask.  IMC (Kalium) Potash Chute Magnet, Belle Plaine, Sask.  Pepsi Cola Canada Beverages (West) Ltd Structural Renovations, Regina Sask.  University of Regina Energy Centre, Regina Sask.

MUNICIPAL

 City of Regina Wastewater Pump Station Rebuild, Regina Sask.  Saskwater Echo Regional Wastewater System –New Transfer Main (2004-2005)  Saskwater Echo Regional Wastewater System –New Holding Pond, Sewage Pump House & Septic Disposal Station (2004-2006)  Saskwater Echo Regional Wastewater System –New Sewage Lagoon & Irrigation Pump House (2005-2006)  Saskwater Echo Regional Wastewater System –Effluent Irrigation (2006-2007)  Town of Asquith New Lagoon, Force Main, Effluent Disposal Improvements and New Outfall Facilities, Asquith Sask.  Town of Churchbridge Water Treatment Plant Improvements 2006 - 2008, Churchbridge Sask.

5 MUNICIPAL (cont’d)

 Town of Churchbridge Sewage Lift Station 2006-2007, Churchbridge Sask.  Town of Fort Qu’Appelle Second Street Sewer Improvements, Fort Qu’Appelle Sask.  Town of Fort Qu’Appelle Blondeau Ave UG Services 2005, Fort Qu’Appelle Sask.  Town of Fort Qu’Appelle Public Works UG Services, Fort Qu’Appelle Sask.  Town of Fort Qu’Appelle Gov’t Centre UG Services, Fort Qu’Appelle Sask.  Town of Macklin New Water Treatment Facility 2006, Macklin Sask.  Town of Macklin Subdivision Development 2005, Macklin Sask.  Town of Macklin Rough Grading & UG Services 2007, Macklin Sask.  Town of Macklin - Lagoon Influent Sanitary Discharge Improvements 2008-2009  Town of Milestone - Water Treatment Plant Improvements (Concept 1, 2009), Milestone, Sask.  Town of Milestone - North Drainage Ditch - Emergency Works (2009-2010), Milestone, Sask.  Town of Milestone - North Drainage Ditch – Phase 2 Catchment Areas, Technical Design (Flow Maps, TOC, Runoff calculations, etc. 2010 – 2011), Milestone, Sask.  Town of Milestone - North Drainage Ditch – Phase 3 Detailed Design (2010-2012), Milestone, Sask.  Town of Milestone - North Drainage Ditch – Construction Phase (2011 – 2012), Milestone Sask.  Town of Shellbrook WTP Improvements 2007, Shellbrook, Sask.  Village of Buena Vista, Sixth Street Storm Improvements, Buena Vista, Sask.  Village of Chorney Beach Flood Protection 2008 – 2010, Chorney Beach/Fishing Lake, Sask.  Village of McLean UG Services, McLean Sask.  Village of McLean - Sewage Treatment Improvements 2008 (2007-2008)  Village of McLean - Sewage Force Main and Lagoon Improvements 2007-2008  Village of Sedley Water Works and Sewer Works Review 2008-2009

MUNICIPAL ROADWAYS & STREET IMPROVEMENTS

 Highway 1 and 6 Drainage Ditch Improvements 2007, Sask.  Town of Asquith Street Improvements 2006 & 2008, Asquith Sask.  Town of Fort Qu’Appelle Street Improvements 2006, Fort Qu’Appelle Sask.  Town of Fort Qu’Appelle Curb Improvements 2006, Fort Qu’Appelle Sask.  Town of Fort Qu’Appelle Echo Drive Street Improvements, Fort Qu’Appelle Sask.  Town of Macklin Street Improvements 2007-2008, Macklin, Sask.  Victoria Avenue & Quance Street Improvements 2007-2008, Regina, Sask.  Village of Buena Vista, 2nd Street Road Extension 2008, Buena Vista, Sask.

6 MISCELLANEOUS REPAIR, RENOVATION & ROOF REPLACEMENT

 Abbey School Structural Repairs and Roof Replacement, Abbey Sask.  Abbey School Crawlspace Repairs and Site Development, Abbey Sask.  Assiniboia Credit Union Roof Repair, Assiniboia Sask.  Coronach Credit Union Roof Repair, Coronach Sask.  Gravelbourg Elementary School Roof Replacement, Gravelbourg Sask.  Johannsen Residence Foundation and Basement Wall Repair, Regina Sask.  Leader School Roof Replacement, Leader Sask.  Morse School Roof Replacement, Morse Sask.  Outlook High School Code Upgrade, Outlook Sask.  Outlook High School Roof Replacement, Outlook Sask.  Outlook Pioneer Lodge Roof Replacement, Outlook Sask.  Raymore School Accessibility and Code Upgrades, Raymore Sask.  Raymore School Crawlspace Repairs and Site Development, Raymore, Sask  Sacred Heart School Roof Replacement, Moose Jaw Sask.  St. Agnes School Roof Replacement, Moose Jaw Sask.  St. Louis School Roof Replacement, St. Louis School  St. Michael’s School Roof Replacement, Moose Jaw Sask.  Westcliffe Composite High School Roof Replacement, Marengo Sask.  Willowbunch Credit Union Roof Repair, Willowbunch Sask.  Winston School Roof and Gym Floor Replacement, Watrous Sask.

MISCELLANEOUS, OTHER

 Aspen Grove Subdivision Architectural Model & Exhibits, Milestone, Sask  City of Prince Albert Crosswalk Art 2017, Prince Albert, Sask.  City of Prince Albert Crosswalk Art 2018, Prince Albert, Sask.  City of Prince Albert Crosswalk Art 2020, Prince Albert, Sask.  Esterhazy Potash Interpretive Centre Exhibits, Esterhazy Sask.  Fishing Lake Flood Control Projects, Emergency Berms 2007 – Leslie Beach, Sask.  Manitoba Children’s Museum Water Stream Table Exhibit, Winnipeg Man.  Milestone Legion Commemorative Entrance Exhibit 2010, Milestone, Sask  SaskEnergy, Transgas, and SaskPower Rural Underground Pipeline Development (RUD)  SaskPower Shand Greenhouse Display, Estevan Sask.  Saskpower Wind Turbine Interactive, Sask.  Vancouver Aquarium Amphibian Tank Exhibits, Vancouver B.C.

NORTHERN AND FIRST NATION COMMUNITIES

 Keeseekoose Personal Care Home, Keeseekoose Sask.  Standing Buffalo Personal Care Home, Standing Buffalo, Sask.

7 RESIDENTIAL AND MULTI-UNIT HOUSING

 203 Main Street Condominiums 2012, Milestone, Sask.  Aspen Grove Subdivision (2008 – 2016), Milestone, Sask.  Bell Garage 2007, Regina, Sask.  Bradley-Pancrasz Deck 2010, Regina, Sask.  Chaykowski Residence 2008, Davidson, Sask.  Bradley Residence & Boathouse, Echo Lake, Sask.  DPL Argue Residence 2007, Regina, Sask.  Frank Residence Addition and Renovations, Fort Qu’Appelle Sask.  Hornung Cottage Addition 2017, Crooked Lake, Sask.  Ivanochko Residence 2007, Regina, Sask.  Kronau Showhome, Kronau Sask.  Mathers Addition 2008, Regina, Sask.  Morrison Residence 2008, Meadow Lake, Sask.  Main Street Condominiums 2012, Milestone, Sask.  RHA-Cedarwood Manor Exterior Renovations, Regina Sask.  RHA – Greer Court Exterior Renovations, Regina Sask.  RHA – Rosedale Village Exterior Renovations, Regina Sask.  Schultz Residence, Grand Coulee Sask.  The Lakehouse Bed & Breakfast, Elbow Sask.  Victoria Place Condominium Development, Regina Sask.  Vilcu Residence 2012, RM of Griffin, Sask.  Weber Residence Foundation and Basement Wall Reinforcement, Regina Sask  William’s Residence Addition and Renovations, Regina Sask.

SITE DEVELOPMENT

 Aspen Grove Subdivision Development (2008-2016), Milestone, Sask.  Lorass Disposal Site Developments 2006, Regina Sask.  Lorass Disposal 1st Avenue Site Developments 2007, Regina Sask.  Lorass Disposal McRae Drive Site Developments 2008, Regina Sask.  RHA - Mawson Avenue Exterior Upgrades and Site Development, Regina Sask.  RHA – Parkview Village Site Development, Regina Sask.  RHA – Uplands Housing Exterior Upgrades and Site Development, Regina Sask.  Town of Pilot Butte-Future Land Use Concepts 2013, Pilot Butte, Sask.  Vanier Collegiate Phase 1 & 2 Site Development, Moose Jaw Sask.  Westdee Place 1304 & 1324 Halifax Street, Regina Sask.

8 STUDIES, RESEARCH, REVIEWS, ASSESSMENTS & PLANNING

 Biggar Diamond Lodge Sprinkler System Review, Biggar Sask.  Eston Nursing Home Sprinkler System Review, Eston Sask.  Gov’t of Canada Federal Building Window Restoration Study, Regina Sask.  Gov’t. of Sask/Western Rail Co. Portable Grain Loading Facility  Moosomin Health Care Facility Code Review and Functional Space Study, Moosomin, Sask.  Outlook Pioneer Lodge Functional Needs Study and Proposals, Outlook Sask.  Raymore School Crawlspace Review, Raymore Sask.  Resort Village of Choreny Beach Engineering Report 2017, Chorney Beach, Sask.  Rosetown Hospital Functional Needs Study and Proposals, Rosetown Sask.  SCTPC South Central Transportation Update Plan 2006-2007, Moose Jaw, Sask.  Schell School Crawlspace Review, Holdfast Sask.  Town of Macklin - Lagoon Evaluation 2007-2008  Town of Milestone – Conceptual Growth Study 2012  Town of Pilot Butte-Simple Urban Land Use Comparables & Population Growth Trends 2013  Town of Pilot Butte- Conceptual Road Network Review 2013  Town of Pilot Butte Official Community Plan 2014 (OCP), Pilot Butte, Sask.  Town of Pilot Butte Subdivision Development Guidelines 2014, Pilot Butte, Sask.  Town of Pilot Butte Subdivision Development Guidelines Update 2018, Pilot Butte, Sask.  Town of Pilot Butte Official Community Plan (OCP) Update 2018-2019, Pilot Butte, Sask.  Town of Pilot Butte Pathways and Walkability Review & Report 2018, Pilot Butte, Sask.  Town of Pilot Butte Website Review & Report 2018, Pilot Butte, Sask.  Town of Pilot Butte Subdivision Contract Management Review and Report 2018, Pilot Butte, Sask.  Wilke Health Care Facility Functional Space Study, Wilke Sask.

9 Architectural Model of Aspen Grove Subdivision - Milestone, SK

This project gallery has been compiled to highlight selected personal project achievements. It does not endorse a specific discipline, scope of work, or represent a comprehensive personal project experience list.

ASPEN GROVE SUBDIVISION / 2008-2015 MILESTONE, SK In 2008, Joanne initiated the process to subdivide and develop a small parcel of land located in the Town of Milestone for future residential development. The scope of work included the subdivision of five (5) acres of raw land; re-zoning; document development (ie: architectural controls, agreements); the detailed designs to address storm drainage; rough grading; the extension of municipal services (UG Water and Sewer works); new road networks; the complete design packages for a collection of nine (9) customizable one and two storey walk-out homes supporting 16 new irregular-shaped lots; and a nature sensitive urban park.

CUSTOM HOME DESIGN - VARIOUS / 1994 - present SASKATCHEWAN Joanne has designed and renovated custom homes in both rural and urban areas of the province, including resort locations. She has represented the best interests of clients and stakeholders on every level and successfully managed all aspects of builds, from concept to completion.

CASINO REGINA SASK LIQUOR AND GAMING AUTHORITY / 1997-2004 REGINA, SK In the late 90’s through the early 2000’s, Joanne was the senior technologist/project lead representing the primary consultant (architect), assigned to develop, prepare, manage and coordinate (in collaboration), a large-scale multi- phase restoration and renewal project for the Casino Regina through to completion of the construction phase. The projects were executed in a number of phases including the renovations/restoration of the existing facility, a training & learning centre, the addition of an above-ground parkade, a new showroom, u/g corridor systems, and two self-contained skywalks providing direct linkage above ground from the renovated Casino compound to the adjacent shopping and business centers.

Village of Chorney Beach Shoreline Flood Protection Revetments

VILLAGE OF CHORNEY BEACH (FISHING LAKE) FLOOD PROTECTION & PREVENTION 2009 / 2009 & 2017 CHORNEY BEACH, SK Joanne collaborated with an engineering consultant to provide long-term solutions and address flood protection and prevention design challenges at The Village of Chorney Beach, a lakefront community along the shoreline of Fishing Lake, Saskatchewan. The complex engineering design resulted in a series of low-maintenance, architecturally pleasing, engineered shoreline revetments, shoreline protective design elements, and overflow solutions that appealed to both the village and the community and remain effective today. At the request of a different council, the same team members were commissioned to provide an updated engineering report in 2017

TOWN OF PILOT BUTTE / 2013 – 2019 PILOT BUTTE, SK Joanne has been commissioned by the Town of Pilot to undertake various administrative, technical and planning assignments. Requests included the review and interpretation of technical material; drafting detailed bylaws, RFP’s & other technical documents; and researching & developing various planning comparables and other technical reviews and assessments related to municipal lands, processes, procedures, systems and facilities. In 2013, Joanne developed the Town of Pilot Butte Official Community Plan 2014 (OCP) in collaboration with, and under the direction of a professional planner, together with Council, the Town’s Chief Administrator, the Town’s Planning Commission and members of the Community. The document was approved by the Province as submitted without revision, in September 2014. In 2018 & 2019, Joanne began working on a pending OCP update.

In 2014/2015, Joanne drafted a Town of Pilot Butte Development Standards Guidelines, a user- friendly technical guide intended to provide information to new developers and investors on the policies and procedures related to the subdivision and land development processes as they apply in the Town of Pilot Butte. The document was designed to grow progressively with the Town for the long term and to eventually serve as a formal Subdivision Development Standards Manual should the Town apply for subdivision approving authority at a later date. Other recent technical documents, reviews and assessments include, but are not limited to OCP Update 2018, Pathways and Walkability Review 2018, Website Review 2018, and a Subdivision Contract Management Report 2018.

TOWN OF MILESTONE CONCEPTUAL GROWTH STUDY / 2012 MILESTONE, SK Commissioned by the Town of Milestone, Joanne, in collaboration with two other consulting engineers, conducted a Conceptual Growth Study 2012. The study was intended to appeal to the Town’s immediate concerns regarding the existing infrastructure and present factual data regarding the Town’s desire to grow as a whole. Subject areas included Growth and Development, Densities and Land Requirements, Concept Plans, OCP & Zoning Bylaws, Annexation Guidelines, and a Preliminary Assessment of the Existing Sewage Lagoon, Force Main and Water Supply Capacity.

TOWN OF MILESTONE & RM OF CALEDONIA EMERGENCY DRAINAGE DITCH & DETAILED DESIGN / 2011 - 2012 MILESTONE, SK Under the direction of a consulting engineer, Joanne executed a number of technical assessments, complicated research assignments, performed detailed flow calculations, and developed designs, including temporary drainage designs for emergency works; and a detailed design for a 6 mile storm drainage ditch system on behalf of the Town of Milestone and the RM of Caledonia, over four (4) distinct phases. Because of the lack of topical relief in the geographical region, these projects were especially challenging from a planning, design and construction perspective. The success of the project was received favorably by the approving authorities (The Town of Milestone, The RM of Caledonia & Sask WSA, Environment) as well as by the affected property owners and members of the community. The completed project continues to function as designed.

TOWN OF MILESTONE BUSINESS CASE FOR A NEW REVERSE OSMOSIS WTP / 2008 - 2009 MILESTONE, SK Joanne played a key role in developing a detailed funding application & business case for a new reverse osmosis water treatment plant for the Town of Milestone as a feasible option to improve the Town’s water quality. This involved a fairly large degree of research, review & analysis of existing studies, a preliminary study of the existing systems; the development of a preliminary engineering drawing package; proposed possible scenarios and a strategic plan for future demands and expansion of the existing facility, including the transition from a gravity-fed filtration system to a self-contained RO system. An application for federal and provincial funding was made on this premise and included detailed estimates and global budgets, a preliminary project schedule and other supporting data. The proposal was accepted in the spring of 2015.

3 MISCELLANEOUS ARTISTIC AND SPECIALTY PROJECTS

Artistically, Joanne is skilled in multiple mediums. Through her work, she has designed, constructed and executed numerous artistic and creative design projects both independently, and in collaboration, ranging from complex architectural designs and artistic creations to full scale exhibits and complete entertainment facilities. Various miscellaneous artistic and creative design projects are shown below (randomly selected):

4 W TM W TM FACTSHEET Foamstream vs. Steam Comparison of alternative herbicide-free methods.

“Hot water insulated by a biodegradable foam (Foamstream) has been considered as the most efficient thermal weed control option as compared with hot air, open flame, or steam.” Determining treatment frequency for controlling weeds on traffic islands using chemical and non-chemical weed control - Rask et al., 2013

THE BENEFITS OF FOAMSTREAM OVER STEAM SYSTEMS:

+ Most cost-effective solution on the herbicide-free market, due to the following reasons: - Requires over 75% less treatment cycles than any steam system. - Suitable for use on all surfaces (hard, soft and artificial) unlike steam systems. - No addition of strong decalcifying chemicals unlike steam systems. + Most effective solution on the market to treat weeds, moss and algae. + None of the health risks of working with steam systems + Suitable for use in all weather – meaning year-round use and no downtime due to bad weather.

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY:

“Our company has tried various alternative weed control solutions since 2010 and Foamstream is without doubt the most effective. Whereas hot water solutions only killed 50-60% of weeds on site, Foamstream instantly killed over 95% of weeds on first application, with just 2-3 applications (depending on the state of the soil) needed each year from then on. Foamstream is now the only weed control product for us.” Mr. Lemire, MD, Lemire Greenspace, France.

WHY IS FOAMSTREAM SO MUCH MORE EFFECTIVE THAN STEAM ALONE?

The zone above 57°C is known as the kill-zone. The heat in hot water must stay within this temperature zone in order to damage the plant structure and allow effective and efficient thermal heat transfer from the leaf to the root. Research shows that stable delivery of heat at 80°C and above for the first five seconds is crucial to ensuring the most effective plant kill. Outside of the kill-zone (below 57°C) there is little to no effect on killing or substantially damaging the plant. Unlike most steam systems, Foamstream systems are the only systems on the market with an electronically- automated dual phase burner, which guarantees stable temperature and pressure. Stabilising temperature and pressure means that we can guarantee the system stays consistently in the kill-zone unlike steam systems that fluctuate in and out of the kill-zone. Graph showing the effect on temperature stability when comparing Foamstream dual-phase boilers to steam single-phase boiler systems.

100 95

Kill-zone*

Temperature (in °C) Temperature Where Steam systems take 15 minutes to weeds reach 100% operational heat vs. 3 aren’t minutes with Foamstream systems killed Steam 0 3 15 30 45 60 Time (in minutes)

*Kill-zone = 57+ Celsius. The high temperature causes the plant structure to break down.

“Weeds treated with Foamstream require just two to three treatments per season or as little as one if you’re treating moss and algae. Steam systems would require ten to twelve treatments per season. Fewer treatment cycles mean lower labour costs and greater cost savings including less use of water and diesel.” Dr Mike May

Treatment cycle rate for Foamstream vs steam systems

Foamstream treatment * cycle MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV Steam treatment cycle Foamstream requires over 75% less applications per year than steam systems

*Third application may not be required

HOW CAN FOAMSTREAM CONTAIN MORE ACTIVE INGREDIENTS BUT BE MORE COST-EFFECTIVE TO USE THAN A STEAM SYSTEM?

“The foam ensures that the heat is retained in the hot water for longer. This allows the most efficient transfer of heat energy from water to plant by preventing heat loss to the atmosphere. The result is the most effective thermal transfer from the leaf to the root ensuring the plant is killed or severely damaged. The Foamstream process sterilises seeds and spores therefore requires fewer annual treatments due to minimising new growth. Overall this means that using Foamstream unequivocally represents the lowest total cost of ownership for users.” Dr Mike May At lance 0cm 98°C

At weed contact 5cm 95°C

Kills the weeds Sterilises seeds and spores Kills or sufficiently damages the root Steam

At lance 0cm 98°C

At weed contact 64°C 5cm

Kills the leaves Some effect on seeds Very weak effect on root structure

At At weed lance contact Steam 100 100 Kill Zone 57 57

Temperature (in °C) Temperature Below 57°C the treatment has

**Application no effect on the vegetation. *Journey to plant to *Journey

0 5 10 15 20 Time from contact with weed - (in seconds)

*Time taken for the steam/Foamstream to travel from lance to weed.

**Time taken to cover the weed with the steam/Foamstream WHY FOAMSTREAM OVERTIME WILL COST YOU LESS THAN A STEAM SYSTEM DESPITE HAVING A HIGHER CAPITAL COST AND ONGOING CONSUMABLE COST.

NB: this graph uses USD ($) as the currency

Parameters Unit Steam Foamstream Hourly labor rate $ 25 25 Number of hours worked in a day Hours 5 5 Daily labor cost $ 125 125 Consumable cost (Foamstream, diesel, petrol and anti-lime)* $ 52.5 174.5 OPEX per day (5 hours of actual work) $ 177.5 299.5 100% treatment area in an hour sq. ft./hour 750 5250 Treatment area covered in 5 hours sq. ft. 3750 26250 Cost per sq. ft. $ 0.0473 0.0114 Comparative cost of single treatment area of 10,000 sq. ft. $ 473 114 Treatment cycles per year Treatments 10 3 Comparative cost of annual treatment of area of 100,000 sq. ft. $ 4,733.33 342.29

*Assumptions: (L = litre) Steam system consumes: 9 L diesel, 0.3 L of anti-lime, 1 L of gasoline per hour: $7.20 + $2.50 + $0.80 = $10.50 Foamstream consumes: 8 L of diesel and 3 L of foam = $6.40 + $28.50 = $34.90 Price of gasoline: $0.75 per L (0.21 gal) Price of diesel: $0.80 per L (0.21 gal) Price of Foamstream: $28.50 per hour

ENVIRONMENTAL CREDENTIALS OF FOAMSTREAM

+ Made from 100% biodegradable and environmentally friendly nautral plant oils and sugars. + Approved for organic use by multiple accreditation bodies across Europe and North America. + Safe for use around people, animals and delicate ecosystems including waterways. + Uses less water and diesel to achieve the same results as a steam system.

WHAT DO OPERATORS AND THE PUBLIC THINK ABOUT THE FOAM?

“There are so many benefits to choose from but the single best thing about Foamstream has to be the cleanliness and the finish once the Foamstream has been applied. We’re excited about Foamstream’s possibilities as a public engagement tool as well as the positive feedback from potential clients and increased chances of getting onto new approved supplier lists.” Terry Burns, Senior Contract Manager, idVerde, UK.

“One of our highlights was the interest of passers-by and interaction with the public when we were out and about using the product”. Neil Reeves, Countryside Manager, SWLT, UK.