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Authority Meeting #9/14

Chair: Gerri Lynn O'ConnorVice Chair: Maria AugimeriMembers:

November 28, 2014

9:30 A.MWESTON ROOM B, BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE

AGENDA

PagesAUTH Material for Consideration at Authority Meetings OnlyEX Material Considered by the Executive Committee Prior to the AuthorityBAAB Material Considered by the Budget/Audit Advisory Board Prior to the Authority

AUTH1. MINUTES OF MEETING #8/14, HELD ON OCTOBER 31, 2014( http://trca.on.ca/dotAsset/196973.pdf )

AUTH2. BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES

AUTH3. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF

AUTH4. DELEGATIONS

AUTH5.1 A delegation by Dr. Asim Izzat of 58 Park Drive, City of Vaughan, in regard to item EX7.6 - Request for Disposal of Toronto and Region Conservation Authority-owned Land Behind 58 Park Drive.

AUTH5. PRESENTATIONS

AUTH5.1 A presentation by Laurie Nelson, Senior Manager, Development, Planning and Policy, TRCA, in regard to item AUTH7.1 - The Living City Polices for Planning and Development in the Watersheds of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority.

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AUTH6. CORRESPONDENCE

AUTH7. SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION

AUTH7.1 THE LIVING CITY POLICIES FOR PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT IN THE WATERSHEDS OF THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 11

AUTH7.2 WENDIGO POND AND UPPER & LOWER SPRING CREEK PONDS PROJECTSContracts #10000107 and #10000108 - Disposal of Stormwater Management Pond Dredgeate 19

AUTH7.3 4180 to 4190 DUNDAS STREET WEST SLOPE STABILIZATION PROJECTContract RSD14-73 - Soil Anchoring 23

AUTH7.4 ETOBICOKE VALLEY PARK EROSION CONTROL MAINTENANCE PROJECT Contract RSD14-182 26

AUTH7.5 HUMBER VALLEY MEADOWS STORMWATER MANAGEMENT POND RESTORATION PROJECT 29

AUTH7.6 DISPOSAL OF TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY-OWNED LAND Legal Opinion In Regard to EncroachmentsSupplementary Report to Item EX7.3Report To Follow

AUTH8. SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD

AUTH8.1 SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGIES EVALUATION PROGRAMProgress Report 32

BAAB. MATERIAL FROM BUDGET/AUDIT ADVISORY BOARD (No meeting held this month)

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EX. MATERIAL FROM EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING #9/14, HELD ON NOVEMBER 7, 2014( http://trca.on.ca/dotAsset/197583.pdf )

NEW BUSINESS

NEXT MEETING OF THE AUTHORITY #10/14, TO BE HELD ON JANUARY 9, 2015AT 9:30 A.M. IN WESTON ROOM B, BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE

Brian DenneyChief Administrative Officer

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EX. MATERIAL FROM EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING #9/14, HELD ON NOVEMBER 7, 2014( http://trca.on.ca/dotAsset/196255.pdf )

EX7. SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION(EX7.1 - EX7.8, Item EX7.8 is CONFIDENTIAL)

EX7.1 GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015Flood Plain Conservation Component Humber River Watershed Town of Mono, County of Dufferin, Snider, CFN 49560 430

EX7.2 GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR 2011-2015Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Don River Watershed, City of TorontoTemple Emanu-El, CFN 50550 433

EX7.3 REQUEST FOR DISPOSAL OF TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY-OWNED LANDBehind 58 Park Drive, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, CFN 48048 436

EX7.4 BELL MOBILITY INC. PROPOSAL FOR LEASE OF LANDSCaledon Equestrian Park, Town of Caledon, Regional Municipality of PeelCFN 50551 440

EX7.5 ENBRIDGE GAS DISTRIBUTION INC.Request for a Permanent Easement for a New NPS 42" Diameter Natural Gas PipelineHumber River Watershed, City of Brampton, Regional Municipality of Peel and City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council AreaCFN 51914 444

EX7.6 LIVING CITY FARMLease of Land 448

EX7.7 2015 FEE SCHEDULE FOR PUBLIC FACILITIES AND PROGRAMMING 452

ITEM EX7.8 IS CONFIDENTIAL AS IT PERTAINS TO PERSONNEL RECORDSEX7.8 SALARY GRID FOR FULL TIME SALARIED STAFF

Amendment 454

EX8. SECTION II - ITEMS FOR EXECUTIVE ACTION(EX8.1)

EX8.1 MUD CREEK REACH 2 PROJECT Contract RSD14-163 454

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EX9. SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD(EX9.1)

EX 9.1 ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD HEARINGResults of Hearings September 2013 To Date 456

EX10. ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06(Items EX10.1 - EX10.19)

PERMIT APPLICATIONS EX10.1 - EX10.9 ARE MAJOR APPLICATIONS - REGULAR

Applications that involved a more complex suite of technical studies to demonstrate consistency with policies; applications that cover a significant geographic area (e.g. subdivisions, stormwater management ponds), extensive modifications to the landscape, major infrastructure projects, emergency works, resolution of violations/after the fact permits, trail construction

CITY OF BRAMPTON

EX10.1 ZAG PROPERTIES (BRAMPTON) INC.To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grade, temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere and interfere with a wetland on Part 6 Plan 43R-34979, (60 Zagway Crescent), in the City of Brampton, Etobicoke Creek Watershed as located on the property owned by Zag Properties (Brampton) Inc.. The purpose is to site grade within the Regulated Area of the Etobicoke Creek Watershed to facilitate the construction of an auto mall and associated servicing within an approved subdivision for employment uses, and associated with a municipal site plan application. 470

CITY OF TORONTO [NORTH YORK COMMUNITY COUNCIL AREA]

EX10.2 CITY OF TORONTOTo construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grade, temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere, and alter a watercourse, between 38 and 44 Fulwell Crescent, near Sentinel Road and Grandravine Drive, southeast of Jane Street and Finch Avenue West, in the City of Toronto (North York Community Council Area), Humber River Watershed, as located on property owned by TRCA under management agreement to the City of Toronto. The purpose is to undertake storm sewer upgrades. Works will involve replacement of various segments of storm sewer, as well as replacement of an outfall structure. Through review of the information provided and identified in the summary of plans section, TRCA is of the opinion that the project and implementation as proposed will not cause serious harm to fish. The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry warm water fisheries timing window will apply to this proposal, unless otherwise specified in writing by MNRF. 470

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EX10.3 19 SUNNYDENE CRESCENTTo construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Part Lot 24 Lot 23, Plan M-734, (19 Sunnydene Crescent), in the City of Toronto (North York Community Council Area), Don River Watershed. The purpose is to construct a replacement shed, rear terrace with barbecue structure, pondless waterfall and stream and associated landscaping at 19 Sunnydene Crescent (North York Community Council Area). 471

CITY OF VAUGHAN

EX10.4 27 THORNBANK ROADTo construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure on Lot 12, Plan 2951, (27 Thornbank Road), in the City of Vaughan, Don River Watershed. The purpose is to recognize the recent construction of a retaining wall and to facilitate the construction of a proposed shed, playground, in-ground swimming, cabana and patio area located behind an existing detached residential dwelling in the City of Vaughan. The retaining wall constructed without the benefit of TRCA of municipal permits. As such, an addition 100% of the permit fee was charged to the applicant for this permit "after-the-fact". 471

EX10.5 2083 HIGHWAY 7To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure on Part Lot 7, 8, Plan 2468, (2083 Highway 7), in the City of Vaughan, Don River Watershed. The purpose is to recognize the construction of a 32.55 sq. m (350.40 sq. ft.) sunroom addition located at the rear of an existing residential dwelling associated at 2083 Highway 7, in the City of Vaughan. The described works were carried out without the benefit of any TRCA or municipal permits. As such, an additional 100% of the regular permit fee was charged to the applicant for this permit "after-the-fact". 471

TOWN OF AJAX

EX10.6 COUGS INVESTMENTS LTD.To site grade, temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere and alter a watercourse on Part Lot 1, 3, Concession 4 , Lot 1, Plan 40M-1578, (2700 Audley Road North), in the Town of Ajax, Carruthers Creek Watershed as located on the property owned by Cougs Investments Ltd.. The purpose is to construct an expansion to an existing stormwater management pond and undertake site grading associated with two tributaries of the Carruthers Creek to facilitate a 27 lot estate residential development. 472

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TOWN OF CALEDON

EX10.7 9492 CASTLEDERG SIDE ROADTo construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure on Part Lot 16, Concession 7 ALBION, (9492 Castlederg Side Road), in the Town of Caledon, Humber River Watershed. The purpose is to undertake works within TRCA's Regulated Area of the Humber River Watershed in order to facilitate the construction of a 53.13 sq. m (572 sq. ft.) two (2) storey addition and a 70.8 sq. m (758.89 sq. ft.) attached two (2) car garage to an existing residential dwelling associated with a municipal building permit. 472

TOWN OF WHITCHURCH-STOUFFVILLE

EX10.8 FAIRGATE (NINTH LINE) INC.To site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Part Lot 3, Concession 8, (west of 9th Line and north of Millard Street), in the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville, Rouge River Watershed as located on the property owned by Fairgate (Ninth Line) Inc. The purpose is to undertake site grading and landscaping works in order to establish a residential subdivision abutting a tributary of the Little Rouge Creek. 473

TOWNSHIP OF UXBRIDGE

EX10.9 711371 ONTARIO CORP. O/A OXFORD HOMESTo construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grade, temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere, interfere with a wetland and alter a watercourse on Part Lot 8, 9, Concession IV, (Brock Road and Goodwood Road), in the Township of Uxbridge, Duffins Creek Watershed as located on the property owned by 711371 Ontario Corp. o/a Oxford Homes. The purpose is to construct a twenty-eight (28) lot estate residential subdivision, municipal roadway and storm water management infrastructure. 473

PERMIT APPLICATIONS EX10.10 - EX10.12 WERE MAJOR APPLICATIONS - ERRATA

Applications that involved a more complex suite of technical studies to demonstrate consistency with policies; applications that cover a significant geographic area (e.g. subdivisions, stormwater management ponds), extensive modifications to the landscape, major infrastructure projects, emergency works, resolution of violations/after the fact permits, trail construction

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CITY OF BRAMPTON

EX10.10 CITY OF BRAMPTONTo construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere at Rosalea Park near Ken Whillans Drive and Church Street East, in the City of Brampton, Etobicoke Creek Watershed as located on property owned by the City of Brampton. The purpose is to redevelop the existing parking lot at Rosalea Park located near Ken Whillans Drive and Church Street East into parkland and redevelop an adjacent lot into a parking lot which will be incorporated into the new park site. The warmwater fisheries timing window will be applied to this work, unless otherwise specified in writing by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF). Through review of the information provided, TRCA is of the opinion that the project and implementation as proposed will not cause serious harm to fish. 474

CITY OF MARKHAM

EX10.11 BAYVIEW COUNTRY CLUBTo construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grade, temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere, interfere with a wetland and alter a watercourse on Lot 1, 2, 3, Concession 2, (25 Fairway Heights Drive), in the City of Markham, Don River Watershed as located on the property owned by Bayview Country Club. The purpose is to conduct grading and restoration works associated with the removal of an existing offline irrigation pond and the reconstruction and expansion a second existing offline irrigation pond located within a Regulated Area of the Don River watershed at 25 Fairway Heights Drive in the City of Markham. 474

TOWN OF RICHMOND HILL

EX10.12 BAIF DEVELOPMENTS LIMITEDTo construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure and site grade on Part Lot 69, 70, Concession 1, (Yonge Street and Bloomington Road), in the Town of Richmond Hill, Rouge River Watershed as located on the property owned by Baif Developments Limited. The purpose is to undertake works within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Rouge River Watershed in order to facilitate earthworks and servicing associated with a municipal residential draft plan of subdivision and site plan application. 475

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EX10.13 STANDARD DELEGATED PERMITS 475

Standard Permits are implemented by Planning and Development Division staff and are received monthly by the Executive Committee. Standard permits are subject to the authorization of designated staff appointed as Enforcement Officers, as per Authority Res.#A199/13. Standard permits are non-complex permissions consistent with TRCA approved policies and procedures and issued for a time period of two years or less.

PERMIT APPLICATIONS EX10.14 - EX10.19 ARE MAJOR APPLICATIONS - REGULAR

CITY OF MISSISSAUGA

EX10.14 EDDIE'S MEAT PRODUCTSTo construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure on Lot 5, Plan 728, (1577 Sedlescomb Drive), in the City of Mississauga, Etobicoke Creek Watershed as located on the property owned by Eddie's Meat Products. The purpose is to undertake works within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Etobicoke Creek Watershed in order to facilitate an addition to the rear of an existing industrial building associated with a municipal building permit application. 497

CITY OF BRAMPTON

EX10.15 ENBRIDGE GAS DISTRIBUTION INC.To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere at the Claireville Reservoir approximately 37 m north of the CN tracks from Finch Avenue, in the City of Brampton, to Indian Line, in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area), Humber River Watershed, as located on the property owned by the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA). Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc. is in the process of acquiring a permanent easement through TRCA property in order to complete the proposed works. The purpose is to install a NPS 42" ST FBE/ARO XHP gas pipeline under Claireville Reservoir from Finch Avenue in the City of Brampton to Indian Line in the City of Toronto. The gas pipeline will be installed via Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) to a maximum depth of 43.8 m beneath the reservoir bed. Two tie-in pits will be excavated, with the exit pit located west of Finch Avenue, and the entry pit located east of Indian Line Road. Both of the tie-in pits are located outside of the TRCA Regulated Area and off TRCA property. No in-water works are associated with this project. No other installation methodology is allowed as a part of this permit. 498

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CITY OF VAUGHAN

EX10.16 DI POCE MANAGEMENT LTD. AND TWO-SEVEN JOINT VENTURE LTD.To site grade on Part Lot 13, 14, Concession 9, (Regional Road 27 and Martin Grove Road), in the City of Vaughan, Humber River Watershed as located on the property owned by Di Poce Management Ltd. and Two-Seven Joint Venture Ltd. The purpose is to remove top soil and pre-grade for the future construction of: Martin Grove Road west of Regional Road 27; a municipal stormwater pond and outfall; and a private outfall within an area subject to Regulation 166/06 abutting the north side of Robinson Creek. All of these permits have been planned comprehensively. 498

EX10.17 DI POCE MANAGEMENT LTD. AND TWO-SEVEN JOINT VENTURE LTD.To alter a watercourse on Part Lot 13, 14, Concession 9, (Regional Road 27 and Martin Grove Road), in the City of Vaughan, Humber River Watershed as located on the property owned by Di Poce Management Ltd. and Two-Seven Joint Venture Ltd. The purpose is to construct a municipal stormwater management pond and associated outfall, (Regional Road 27 and Martin Grove Road), in the City of Vaughan, Humber River Watershed located on the property owned by Di Poce Management Ltd. and Two-Seven Joint Venture Ltd. 499

EX10.18 DI POCE MANAGEMENT LTD. AND TWO-SEVEN JOINT VENTURE LTD.To site grade on Part Lot 13, 14, Concession 9, (Regional Road 27 and Martin Grove Road), in the City of Vaughan, Humber River Watershed as located on the property owned by Di Poce Management Ltd. and Two-Seven Joint Venture Ltd.. The purpose is to construct a new road that extends from Martin Grove Road west from Regional Road 27. 499

EX10.19 DI POCE MANAGEMENT LTD. AND TWO-SEVEN JOINT VENTURE LTD.To site grade on Lot 13, 14, Concession 9, (Regional Road 27 and Martin Grove Road), in the City of Vaughan, Humber River Watershed as located on the property owned by Di Poce Management Ltd. and Two-Seven Joint Venture Ltd.. The purpose is to permit the grading and alteration of a watercourse for the construction of a stormwater management pond and outlet to Robinson Creek. 499

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Item AUTH7.1TO: Chair and Members of the Authority

Meeting #9/14, November 28, 2014

FROM: Carolyn Woodland, Director, Planning and Development

RE: THE LIVING CITY POLICIES FOR PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT IN THE WATERSHEDS OF THE TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY

____________________________________________________________________________KEY ISSUERecommending Authority approval of The Living City Polices for Planning and Development in the Watersheds of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority.

RECOMMENDATION

WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff conducted a second and final round of public and stakeholder consultation on The Living City Policies draft document;

AND WHEREAS the document has now been finalized based on staff and stakeholder feedback;

AND WHEREAS the Province’s “Policies and Procedures for Conservation Authority Plan Review and Permitting Activities” (2010) states that conservation authority policies be “approved by the conservation authority Board of Directors”;

THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA adopt The Living City Policies for Planning and Development in the Watersheds of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority to be effective immediately, and to replace the Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program adopted by the Authority in October 1994;

AND FURTHER THAT TRCA's municipal partners, provincial ministries, the Building Industry and Land Development Association, environmental non-governmental agencies, watershed and waterfront interest groups, neighbouring conservation authorities, and aboriginal nations, confederacies and councils be so advised by the CEO's Office.

BACKGROUNDAt Authority Meeting #11/13, held on January 31, 2014, Resolution #A236/13 was approved as follows:

WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff conducted public and stakeholder consultation on The Living City Policies draft document and have revised the draft document based on stakeholder feedback;

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AND WHEREAS staff committed to reporting back to the board on the results of public consultation and on revisions to the draft document;

THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT TRCA release a revised draft of The Living City Policies draft document for final public and stakeholder consultation as outlined in this report;

THAT TRCA's municipal partners, provincial ministries, the Building Industry and Land Development Association, environmental non-governmental agencies, watershed and waterfront interest groups, neighbouring conservation authorities, and other stakeholders be so advised by the CEO's Office;

AND FURTHER THAT staff return to the board later in 2014 for formal adoption of The Living City Policies document.

As reflected in the above resolution, the Authority consented to TRCA Planning and Development staff releasing the revised (May 2014) draft of The Living City Policies (LCP) for a second and final round of comments. Since that time, staff have been working to collect, analyze and address comments on the revised draft and to ultimately finalize the document for Authority adoption.

The LCP is issued under the authority of Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act. Upon the Authority’s adoption of the LCP, it will apply to all new applications, matters, or proceedings applicable to TRCA’s roles in the planning and development process, submitted to TRCA on or after November 28, 2014. Given that the document is largely a policy expression of current practice and is consistent with the current legislative framework, the LCP will also apply to any active applications, matters or proceedings before TRCA as of November 28, 2014.

The purpose of The Living City Policies is four-fold:1) To guide TRCA review of applications under the Planning Act and undertakings subject to

the Environmental Assessment Act ; 2) To provide the basis for approving permit applications under Section 28 of the Conservation

Authorities Act ;3) To inform TRCA’s advocacy role for The Living City and sustainable communities in the

planning and development process; and4) To assist and enable TRCA's partners’ and stakeholders’ contributions to building The

Living City.

TRCA Planning and Development staff will be the main implementers of the LCP, with TRCA’s Ecology staff as the main source of technical support for their expertise in ecology, hydrology, hydraulics, hydrogeology, fluvial geomorphology and geotechnical reviews. Other TRCA sections such as Research and Development, Watershed Management, Restoration Services, Property Services, Conservation Lands, and Stewardship and Outreach Education may also provide support to Planning and Development staff in this regard.

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For municipalities, the LCP provides greater clarity on TRCA’s roles in the planning and development process and helps to reinforce the already positive and productive working relationship TRCA has with its member municipalities. Indeed, many policy directions in the LCP are already embedded in recent official plan updates through TRCA’s engagement in municipal plan input and plan review work. Municipalities appreciated that the LCP would "provide guidance and a sound basis for understanding the TRCA's role as a commenting agency and the organization's role in promoting the Living City vision." The LCP does not trigger amendments to municipal official plans. Given that municipalities must update their official plans for consistency with the Provincial Policy Statement, TRCA staff appreciate that many of the policy topics in the LCP are also found in the 2014 Provincial Policy Statement, such as climate change in the context of natural hazards, green infrastructure and low impact development. Moreover, as mentioned, the LCP will inform TRCA staff input to future updates to municipal official plans, secondary plans, etc. and the review of development applications.

In accordance with provincial guidance for conservation authority policies, the LCP requires Authority approval. Staff, however, acknowledge that municipal council endorsements are welcome as an added layer of support for implementing the policies in the document. In the final round of consultation on the LCP (May 2014 version), some municipalities took a staff report on the document to their Council as an information item (i.e., Township of Uxbridge, the City of Markham, as well as York, Peel, and Durham regions).

The LCP consists of eight sections, a glossary, references and appendices. The following is an outline of the sections in the document:

1. IntroductionPurpose, scope, updates, applicability, guidelines, and how to read this document

2. The Toronto RegionA jurisdictional and biophysical overview of TRCA’s watersheds, and their issues, challenges and opportunities.

3. Legislative FoundationAn overview of TRCA’s mandate as outlined in legislation, regulation, and agreements

4. TRCA History and Evolution to The Living CityThe evolution and adaptation of TRCA’s roles and responsibilities over time and looking ahead.

5. The Living CityThe Living City vision, mission, strategic objectives, and the corresponding principles for planning and development

6. Paths to Achieving The Living City: Policies for Sustainable CommunitiesPolicies for TRCA’s advocacy role in the process of building sustainable communities; recommendations for TRCA’s work with its partners and to approval authorities.

7. Policies for Environmental Planning Policies for TRCA’s role as a public commenting body, resource management agency, service provider and landowner under the Planning Act and the Environmental Assessment Act ; this chapter also includes policies for TRCA’s delegated role under the Planning Act to represent the provincial interest in natural hazards.

8. Policies for the Administration of the Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses RegulationPolicies for TRCA’s regulatory review and permit approval process.

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Glossary - Definitions of terms used in the documentReferences - Sources used in the development of the documentAppendix A – Illustrative Examples of the Natural SystemAppendix B - Municipal Official Plan Policies for Approved Special Policy Areas and Two Zone AreasAppendix C - Defining the Limit of Regulated AreasAppendix D - Illustrative Examples of Additions to Existing Buildings within the Flood Hazard

Stakeholder Consultation 2014In addition to having the LCP posted for review and comment on TRCA’s website since January 2013, staff offered another avenue for stakeholder and public input by holding an “open house” on the LCP, hosted at Black Creek Pioneer Village on May 21, 2014. Staff gave brief presentations on the LCP in afternoon and evening sessions. The sessions were well advertised, with notices in all of the GTA local newspapers, in the front section of the Toronto Star and on TRCA’s website. Attendees were primarily consultants; questions were largely those of clarification on TRCA, municipal, provincial and federal roles in the planning and development process.

Fifteen of the 18 municipalities circulated on the May 2014 LCP submitted written comments to TRCA staff. Similar to the last round of comments, the feedback was very positive with several municipalities stating that the document satisfactorily articulates TRCA’s role in the planning and development process, and will enhance an already beneficial working relationship between TRCA and its municipal partners. All of the municipalities, as well as the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) and the Niagara Escarpment Commission, stated that they appreciated that TRCA was able to address most of their comments through revisions to the January 2013 draft document, or by providing a rationale for the text remaining the same; this was done in a chart that contained all of the comments and the corresponding TRCA responses. The chart was released through email to all stakeholders and posted on the TRCA website, accompanied by a “track changes” version of the revised May 2014 LCP. Similarly, a link is being provided to all stakeholders that contains the full list of the written comments provided to TRCA on the May 2014 LCP, along with TRCA’s corresponding responses.

Municipalities A few municipalities had some new comments on this second draft of the LCP, or in some cases were not satisfied as to how TRCA proposed to address a number of their initial comments. Following is a synopsis of some of the more frequently made comments from municipalities and a summary of TRCA’s responses.

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Natural Heritage System PlanningOne of the main themes from municipal comments in the initial round of comments in 2013 was the desire for the LCP to more clearly state that municipalities are the decision makers in the planning process and that the municipal official plan prevails, especially with respect to defining the boundaries of the natural heritage system. In response, the January 2013 LCP was revised to state this legislative distinction more clearly through text boxes and modifications to the planning policies in chapters 6 and 7. While most municipalities felt that these enhancements contained in the May 2014 version provided the appropriate recognition of responsibilities, some others requested additional emphasis to make this message even more prominent, particularly in the chapter 7 planning policies. TRCA staff directed these commenters to the enhanced text boxes and preambles which state that, “Ultimately, the limits of the Natural System adjacent to development are finalized by the municipality through the planning approval process.” It was also pointed out to these municipalities that the chapter 7 policies of the LCP clearly set out all of the factors under consideration when determining the boundaries of the natural heritage system, which first includes municipal official plan policies and schedules. This stands with the caveat that TRCA is in no way limited in exercising its rights under the Planning Act , the Conservation Authorities Act, or any other applicable legislation to independently appeal or advocate any position on a planning decision to the Ontario Municipal Board, as outlined in Memorandums of Understanding with municipalities.

Policy PhraseologyAnother comment made by some municipalities was that the phrase “It is the policy of TRCA” was not sufficient to identify and clearly distinguish the specific policies that are intended to provide a recommendation to approval authorities, and to ensure that the approach in the preamble (that explains TRCA’s role relative to the decision making role of municipalities) is clearly recognized in the policies. These commenters suggested that the phrase be revised to, “It is the policy of TRCA to recommend to approval authorities.” Staff’s response to this comment was that the phrase "to recommend" is already in some of the policies in the LCP where appropriate. In addition, the LCP’s use of the phrase "It is the policy of TRCA" is appropriate since this is TRCA's policy document, to be adopted by TRCA's board. Further, the general nature of the phrase, "It is the policy of TRCA" is intentional, given that for many policies in the section 6 advocacy chapter and the section 7 planning chapter, there are inherent, one, two or more of TRCA's roles, i.e., public commenting body, resource management agency, service provider, delegated provincial interest, landowner. The legislative basis for each of these roles is described in Chapter 3 of the LCP.

TRCA Compensation Protocol and Valley and Stream Corridor Crossings GuidelineAnother municipal issue that was raised again in this second round of comments was the status of TRCA’s Compensation Protocol. York, Durham and Peel regions all commented that they were eager to consult on TRCA’s draft Compensation Protocol. Staff acknowledged these comments and noted that the compensation policies in the LCP are general and do not refer specifically to the Protocol since it is not yet complete. Staff also removed the sections in the policy preamble that refer to the Protocol to be consistent with this approach. This is similar to the LCP’s treatment of the policies for road crossings of valley and stream corridors. The TRCA technical guideline for crossings is not yet complete and so neither the policies nor the preambles refer to it directly, but rather, reflect current practice for these types of projects. As well, TRCA staff confirm that there will be municipal consultation on both the Compensation Protocol and the Crossings guideline.

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ProvinceProvincial bodies commenting in this second round of consultation were the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry and the Niagara Escarpment Commission. Both agencies were supportive of the document and made only minor comments for clarification in wording where provincial matters are referenced in the preambles and the policies. MNRF said in their comments: “Great job over all! Very thorough. It looks like a lot of work was done in pulling this together.” Similarly, the NEC stated: “Overall, the document is well-organized and easy-to-read. We commend TRCA staff on the efforts made in preparing the LCP.”

BILDPlanning and Development staff introduced the May 2014 version of the LCP to the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD) at a meeting held on May 8, 2014 to indicate how staff addressed their comments on the first draft. The meeting was generally positive and BILD has not submitted any further written comments. Staff have kept BILD informed about the progress of the document.

ENGOsNo environmental non-government organizations commented in this round of consultation.

Conservation AuthoritiesThe Credit Valley Conservation Authority commented that the LCP should provide greater flexibility in its definition of headwater drainage features to reflect the flexibility that is in the technical document on these features, shared jointly by the two conservation authorities (CAs). TRCA staff responded that a slight modification to the definition, which would provide this flexibility, is appropriate as it reflects current practice for both CAs.

Aboriginal CommunitiesTwo of the contacts on TRCA’s circulation list of nations, confederacies and councils responded to notices about the LCP. The Mississaugas of the New Credit said that they would like to review the material, but did not submit written or verbal comments. Subsequent to this, TRCA staff had the opportunity in a meeting with the Mississaugas of the New Credit to provide them with a high level overview of the document. The Huron-Wendat requested funding from TRCA in order to do their review and did not submit written or verbal comments. TRCA could not grant the funding request, however, staff offered the alternatives of a webinar and a conference call for the Huron-Wendat to learn more about the project. TRCA has developed Engagement Guidelines to foster relationships with Aboriginal communities, which is being circulated in draft to the nations, confederacies and councils whose interests within TRCA watersheds may be affected by TRCA projects.

Legal CounselStaff circulated the draft LCP to TRCA's legal counsel, who has had extensive experience working with conservation authorities and representing TRCA at the Ontario Municipal Board and Mining and Lands Commissioner hearings. The outcome of the review was some minor adjustments to the document to enhance clarity around the intent the policies.

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TRCA StaffPlanning and Development staff also conducted another round of internal review of the LCP in the last several months with TRCA Planning and Development staff and TRCA ecologists, engineers and hydrogeologists involved in plan and permit review. Both the Planning and Development staff and the technical staff were advised to “test” the draft policies by referring to them in their daily work. This resulted in helpful comments from staff to make minor modifications to wording in some of the preambles and policies to more closely reflect current practice, updated legislation and new technical information. Additional diagrams and photos with labels were also added to the LCP to further illustrate the intent of the policies.

DETAILS OF THE WORK TO BE DONEOverall, this final round of consultation on the LCP did not necessitate any major changes to the document from its previous iteration. A “track changes” version of the LCP dated November 2014 will be made available on TRCA’s website, which will show that the changes that have been made are minor. The LCP will become effective upon the Authority's approval and staff training on the document will commence shortly after. Staff training will emphasize:

1) The LCP is largely the policy expression of current practice.2) Staff letters to approval authorities should reflect the structure of the LCP where staff

must indicate in which capacity comments are being made, e.g., resource management agency, service provider, public commenting body, delegated provincial interest, regulator or landowner.

3) TRCA’s approved technical guidelines and checklists support the policies of the LCP and should be used to guide TRCA and municipal staff from a technical perspective, and should be used by proponents and their consultants to assist in preparation and review of development and infrastructure proposals.

For those who request it, information sessions on the LCP, through webinars and/or conference calls to further describe the project and its implementation, can be provided by TRCA Planning and Development staff. Any future updates to the policies of the LCP will be done with the appropriate public notice, stakeholder consultation, and TRCA board approval.

FINANCIAL DETAILSConservation authorities have a legislated and mandated responsibility under the Conservation Authorities Act to have board approved policies. Funding for this project and its implementation is part of the regular planning and development divisional budgeting process.

SUMMARYIn consultation with staff, municipalities, provincial bodies and other stakeholders, TRCA has completed a policy document to replace the Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program (VSCMP). The VSCMP has been a highly regarded document in the field of environmental planning by TRCA and its partners. The document’s ecosystem approach to watershed planning was leading-edge for its time and influenced municipal and provincial policy. Referenced in numerous decisions, the VSCMP has stood up well before the Ontario Municipal Board and the Mining and Lands Commissioner. Although the LCP will supersede the VSCMP, it encapsulates the VSCMP’s valuable foundation of principles and policy intent.

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The LCP is consistent with the Leadership and Enabling Strategies from TRCA's 10-Year Strategic Plan, in particular, to manage our regional water resources for current and future generations, to create complete communities that integrate nature and the built environment, and, to facilitate a region wide approach to sustainability. Above all, the LCP espouses the Strategic Plan's principle that natural systems provide fundamental and irreplaceable benefits that are vital to human health and well-being, and as such, the LCP promotes that nature must be a foremost consideration in city-building.

Staff are pleased to be bringing The Living City Policies for Planning and Development in the Watersheds of Toronto and Region Conservation Authority to the Authority for approval. The long but rewarding process to consult on and finalize the document has resulted in a comprehensive and clear product that will serve well TRCA and all stakeholders in the planning and development process for the next 10 years. Incorporating the latest science from watershed plans and based on a 60-year history of watershed monitoring, the LCP implements innovative, risk-reducing strategies for flood plain and stormwater management, and a systems approach to natural heritage protection and enhancement. The current provincial policy directions for urban redevelopment and intensification, and the potential impacts of climate change, make TRCA's work with its partners in protecting life, property and habitat that much more important. Staff anticipate that the LCP will play a critical role in helping TRCA and its partners achieve The Living City vision for a new kind of community, where human settlement can flourish forever as part of nature’s beauty and diversity.

Report prepared by: Mary-Ann Burns, extension 5763Email: mburns@trca.on.caFor Information contact: Laurie Nelson, extension 5281Mary-Ann Burns, extension 5763Emails: lnelson@trca.on.ca, mburns@trca.on.caDate: October 20, 2014

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Item AUTH7.2TO: Chair and Members of the Authority

Meeting #9/14, November 28, 2014

FROM: Nick Saccone, Director, Restoration Services

RE: WENDIGO POND AND UPPER & LOWER SPRING CREEK PONDS PROJECTSContracts #10000107 and #10000108 - Disposal of Stormwater Management Pond Dredgeate

____________________________________________________________________________KEY ISSUEAward of Contract #10000107 Wendigo Pond and Contract #10000108 Upper and Lower Spring Creek Ponds for disposal of stormwater management pond dredgeate.

RECOMMENDATION

THAT Contract #10000107 for the disposal of stormwater management pond (SWMP) dredgeate for Wendigo Pond in High Park be awarded to Roni Excavating Ltd. for a total cost not to exceed $111,898.00, plus 25% contingency to be expended as authorized by Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff, plus HST, it being the lowest bid meeting TRCA cost estimates and specifications;

THAT Contract #10000108 for the disposal of SWMP dredgeate for Upper and Lower Spring Creek Ponds in High Park be awarded to Roni Excavating Ltd. for a total cost not to exceed $240,040.00, plus 25% contingency to be expended as authorized by TRCA staff, plus HST, it being the lowest bid meeting TRCA cost estimates and specifications;

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

BACKGROUNDIn spring 2013, Toronto Water Operations approached TRCA’s Restoration Services division to seek opportunities for TRCA to assist with the management of Toronto stormwater management ponds. Resolution #A141/13 at Authority Meeting #7/13, held on September 27, 2013 authorized TRCA to clean out three ponds: Sisters of St. Joseph, Lansing and Centennial. TRCA has continued the partnership with the City of Toronto, as authorized by Resolution #A142/14 at Authority Meeting #7/14, held on September 19, 2014. In 2014, the City of Toronto approved the budgets and work proposed in the Maintenance and Clean-out Plans for two more ponds, Wendigo Pond and Spring Creek Pond (Upper and Lower).

Wendigo Pond is located in the Humber River watershed, in High Park, immediately north of Grenadier Pond. This pond is at capacity for sediment volume, and without regular maintenance (i.e., dredging) the pond cannot continue to provide flood control and water quality management as designed. There are approximately 2,419 tonnes (1,052 cubic metres) of sediment to be removed from the pond.

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Spring Creek Pond is expected to be cleaned out after Wendigo. Spring Creek Pond is located in the northeast corner of High Park. There are approximately 5,470 tonnes (2,378 cubic metres) of sediment to be removed from the pond.

TRCA will dewater the ponds during dredging and manage flow to ensure the operation of the ponds is maintained to provide downstream stormwater management benefits. The sediment will be dewatered on site and an approved sediment and erosion control plan will be used to ensure sediment is not released downstream.

Sediment sampling at both Wendigo and Spring Creek ponds revealed contamination levels consistent with SWMPs across the GTA. Sediment from SWMPs typically exceeds Ministry of the Environment's (MOE) 2011 guidelines for Residential/Parkland/Institutional Property. Contamination levels at these two ponds were better than anticipated, but still slightly exceed the guidelines. Therefore, the material will be hauled away by a licensed contractor and disposed of at an Industrial/Commercial disposal facility that is operating under a MOE Environmental Compliance Approval (ECA).

TRCA will commence Wendigo Pond dredging in late November 2014. While sediment is dewatering on-site at Wendigo Pond, dredging will commence at Spring Creek Pond. After approximately four weeks, weather permitting, sediment is expected to be completely dewatered and can be hauled away and disposed of at the appropriate facility.

Most stormwater management ponds are designed to be cleaned out every decade, and the clean-out of these two ponds is expected to provide stormwater management benefits for that period of time. Once cleaned out, the ponds are also expected to benefit downstream water quality and aquatic habitat by operating at peak efficiency.

RATIONALERequests for Quotation (RFQs) #10000107 and #10000108 were publicly advertised on the electronic procurement website Biddingo (http://www.biddingo.com/) on October 28, 2014 for the haulage and disposal of sediment material of the two ponds. Based on the tested sediment quality, bidders were asked to provide two quotes: one for sediment meeting the MOE Residential/Parkland/Institutional guideline, and one for sediment that exceeds the guideline and requires disposal in an industrial facility.

A mandatory site information meeting was held on November 5, 2014. RFQ packages were given to the following three contractors that attended the site meeting:

AIM Environmental Group;

Ground Force Environmental Inc.;

Roni Excavating Ltd.

As a condition of the RFQ, only bidders that operate under an MOE Environmental Compliance Approval were considered to undertake the disposal of the sediment.

The Quotations were received on Wednesday, November 12, 2014, and opened by TRCA staff on November 13, 2014 with the following results:

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Contract # 10000107 - Wendigo Pond (2,419 tonnes)

BIDDERTOTAL (Plus HST)

Meets Residential/Parkland Guidelines

TOTAL (Plus HST)Exceeds

Residential/Parkland Guidelines

AIM Environmental Group $112,681.10 $137,113.00Ground Force Environmental Inc. $82,346.10 $130,968.00Roni Excavating $75,613.00 $111,898.00

Contract # 10000108 - Spring Creek Pond, Upper & Lower (5,470 tonnes)

BIDDERTOTAL (Plus HST)

Meets Residential/Parkland Guidelines

TOTAL (Plus HST)Exceeds

Residential/Parkland Guidelines

AIM Environmental Group $241,673.00 $280,510.00Ground Force Environmental Inc. $163,366.50 $277,416.00Roni Excavating $147,050.00 $240,040.00

TRCA reviewed the three bids received against its own cost estimate and has determined that the lowest bid is of reasonable value and also meets the requirements and deliverables as outlined on the contract documents. Roni Excavating Ltd. is capable of undertaking the scope of work.

Based on the bids received, staff recommend that Roni Excavating Ltd. be awarded Contracts #10000107 and #10000108 for the disposal of SWMP dredgeate at Wendigo Pond and Spring Creek Pond, High Park, for a total cost not to exceed $111,898.00, plus 25% contingency to be expended as authorized by TRCA staff, plus HST; and $240,040.00, plus 25% contingency to be expended as authorized by TRCA staff, plus HST, respectively.

These projects are consistent with TRCA’s Strategic Plan, specifically: priority strategy #2 manage our regional water resources for current and future generations, and strategy #7 build partnerships and new business models.

DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONETRCA will execute the contract, including: oversight of the dredging, site supervision, management of the disposal contractor on site, certification of each load leaving the site, issuance of bills of lading to each truck, verification of the dumping site's MOE ECA, and random checks to follow trucks from dredging site to disposal site. These activities ensure the chain of custody of the dredged sediment from the SWMP to the licensed dump site operating under an MOE ECA.

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FINANCIAL DETAILSThe cost of this contract is 100% recoverable from the City of Toronto, Toronto Water, District Operations and Maintenance, within accounts 113-24 and 113-25.

Report prepared by: Lauren MacNeil, extension 5383Email: lmacneil@trca.on.caFor Information contact: Ralph Toninger, extension 5366 Email: rtoninger@trca.on.caDate: November 04, 2014

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Item AUTH7.3TO: Chair and Members of the Authority

Meeting #9/14, November 28, 2014

FROM: Nick Saccone, Director, Restoration Services

RE: 4180 to 4190 DUNDAS STREET WEST SLOPE STABILIZATION PROJECTContract RSD14-73 - Soil Anchoring

____________________________________________________________________________KEY ISSUEAward of Contract RSD14-73 for supply of all labour, equipment and materials necessary for soil anchoring works at 4180 to 4190 Dundas Street West, in the City of Toronto.

RECOMMENDATION

THAT Contract RSD14-73 for the supply of all labour, equipment and materials necessary for soil anchoring works at 4180 to 4190 Dundas Street West, in the City of Toronto be awarded to McPherson-Andrews Contracting Ltd. at a total cost not to exceed $343,473.00, plus HST, as they are the lowest bidder that best meets Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) specifications;

THAT TRCA staff be authorized to approve additional expenditures to a maximum of 10% of the contract cost as a contingency allowance if deemed necessary;

THAT the award of contract be conditional upon acceptance of TRCA's Phase 3 Offer of Service between TRCA and Delmanor Prince Edward Inc., and confirmation of available funding for the project;

THAT should staff be unable to execute an acceptable contract with the awarded contractor, staff be authorized to enter into and conclude contract negotiations with the other contractors that submitted tenders, beginning with the next lowest bidder meeting TRCA specifications;

AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take such action as is necessary to implement the contract, including obtaining any required approvals and the signing and execution of documents.

BACKGROUNDTridel submitted an application to the City of Toronto’s Planning Department in order to develop the properties at 4180 to 4190 Dundas Street West into a seniors’ rental apartment. A staff report developed by the City of Toronto’s Planning Department recommended approval of the application on the basis that the proposal would help realize the goals of the Dundas Street West Avenue Study by creating a safe and enjoyable pedestrian environment, encouraging a diversity of uses, and providing general enhancements to the natural environment. The staff report reviewed applications to amend the Official Plan with regard to the policy that specifies the setback of development from the top-of-bank and recommended approval.

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In 2006, the top of bank was staked as part of the determination of the required development setback. In May 2010, the top of bank was re-staked and a Slope Stability Report was prepared by Toronto Inspection Limited (TIL). The report (dated June 15, 2010) identified a 4 metre toe erosion allowance, a further 6.5 metre inland setback from the top of bank, and an additional 10 metre setback as required by the City of Toronto Official Plan. The required setback for the development was therefore 20.5 metres.

The proposed building footprint encroached into the 10 metre setback required by the City of Toronto however an addendum to the TIL report dated July 14, 2010 stated that from a geotechnical perspective, any encroachment into the 10 metre setback required by the City of Toronto will have no adverse effect on the stability of the existing slope.On February 7, 2012, City Council adopted the motion to amend Zoning By-Law 717-2006 (dated December 16, 2011). A condition of the Site Plan Approval specified by the City of Toronto requires the design, implementation, securing and warranty of slope stabilization and erosion control works, comprehensive planting and ravine stewardship for the land north of the Long Term Stable Slope Crest (LTSSC) to the satisfaction of both TRCA and the City of Toronto (Urban Forestry). Said lands north of the LTSSC would then be transferred to TRCA.

Staff from TRCA and Tridel met on-site on March 22, 2013 to discuss the scale of slope stabilization and erosion control works required to secure site plan approvals. It was determined that professional consulting services would be required to define the appropriate scale and extent of slope stabilization and erosion control works at the site.

On May 29, 2013, Tridel partnered with TRCA on the basis of the common goal of eliminating erosion risk at the site by implementing a long-term solution to address the hazards present. It was agreed that TRCA would manage the procurement and design of the slope stabilization and erosion control works along the slope including the tableland area near the slope crest .

TRCA engaged a consulting firm to develop a design based on the proposed criteria, as outlined in the permitting process, and is now preparing to undertake implementation of the proposed solution, pending acceptance from Tridel of the final costing for the completion of works.

RATIONALETender RSD14-73 was publicly advertised on the electronic procurement website Biddingo (http://www.biddingo.com/) on Tuesday, June 10, 2014 with a mandatory site information meeting held on Thursday, June 12, 2014. Tender packages were sent to 15 contractors as follows:

AMS Inc;

Blackstone Paving;

Bridgecon Construction;

Cambridge Landscaping;

Clearwater Structures;

Dynex Construction

Grascan Construction;

Hilton Construction;

Lomco;

Maram Building Corp.;

McPherson-Andrews.;

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Metric Construction;

Mopal;

Roni Excavating;and

TBG Landscape Inc.

The Procurement Opening Committee opened the Tenders on August 7, 2014 with the following results:

Tender RSD14-73 4180-4190 Dundas Street West Slope Stabilization Project - Soil Anchoring Works

BIDDERS TOTAL TENDER AMOUNT (Plus HST)

McPherson-Andrews Contracting Limited $343,473.00TBG Landscape Inc $360,404.49Dynex Construction $436,025.00

Fifteen bidders attended the site meeting and after visiting the site several bidders indicated they were no longer interested in submitting a bid due to the scope of work. Furthermore, bidders indicated that due to scheduling conflicts and the workload involved, they were unable to submit a bid, resulting in only three bids ultimately being received.

Restoration Services staff reviewed the bid received from McPherson-Andrews Contracting against its own cost estimate and has determined that the bid is of reasonable value and also meets the requirements and deliverables as outlined in the contract documents. Further assessment by TRCA staff of McPherson-Andrews Contracting's experience and ability to undertake similar projects was conducted through reference checks which resulted in positive feedback that McPherson-Andrews Contracting is capable of undertaking the scope of work.

Based on the bids received, staff recommend that Contract RSD14-73 for the supply of all labour, equipment and materials necessary for soil anchoring works at 4180 to 4190 Dundas Street West, in the City of Toronto be awarded to McPherson-Andrews Contracting Ltd for a total amount not to exceed $343,473.00, plus a contingency amount of $34,347.30 to be expended as authorized by TRCA staff, plus HST, it being the lowest bid that meets TRCA specifications.

FINANCIAL DETAILSCosts are 100% recoverable from Tridel, through account code 170-15.

Report prepared by: Michelle Guy, 647-808-5809Emails: mguy@trca.on.caFor Information contact: Patricia Newland, 416-392-9690Emails: pnewland@trca.on.caDate: November 17, 2014

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Item AUTH7.4TO: Chair and Members of the Authority

Meeting #9/14, November 28, 2014

FROM: Nick Saccone, Director, Restoration Services

RE: ETOBICOKE VALLEY PARK EROSION CONTROL MAINTENANCE PROJECT Contract RSD14-182

____________________________________________________________________________KEY ISSUEAward of Contract RSD14-182 for the supply and delivery of approximately 3,000 tonnes of 2-4 tonne armour stone in support of the Etobicoke Valley Park Erosion Control Maintenance Project, City of Toronto.

RECOMMENDATION

THAT Contract RSD14-182 for the supply and delivery of approximately 3,000 tonnes of 2-4 tonne armourstone to the Etobicoke Valley Park Erosion Control Maintenance Project, in the City of Toronto, be awarded to B-Town Group for a total unit price of $62.50 per tonne and a total cost not to exceed $187,500.00, plus a contingency amount of 10% to be expended as authorized by Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff, plus HST, it being the lowest bidder meeting TRCA specifications;

THAT Award of Contract RSD14-182 to B-Town Group be conditional upon inspection by TRCA confirming that the material meets TRCA's specifications as outlined in the contract documents;

THAT should the material be deemed unacceptable upon inspection, or staff be unable to achieve an acceptable contract with the awarded supplier, staff be authorized to enter into and conclude contract negotiations with the other suppliers that submitted tenders, beginning with the next lowest bidder meeting TRCA specifications;

AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take all necessary actions to implement the foregoing, including the signing and execution of any documents.

BACKGROUND On the evening of July 8th, 2013 a severe thunderstorm passed through the Greater Toronto Area, bringing large amounts of rainfall over the span of a few hours to the west end and downtown areas of the City of Toronto. This record amount of precipitation not only resulted in extensive flooding of major roadways and transit infrastructure, but also caused significant damage to the river and valley systems, the park amenities found within them, the water infrastructure buried beneath them, and many of the older neighbourhoods that border them.

The City of Toronto has retained TRCA to implement erosion control maintenance works at two locations along Etobicoke Creek between the QEW and Lakeshore Boulevard within Etobicoke Valley Park. The storm damage repair work for Sites # 1 & 2 will be completed on behalf of Parks, Forestry and Recreation, in order to restore damaged erosion control works to a state of good repair.

The 2 - 4 tonne armourstone is required to construct the retaining wall.

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RATIONALETender packages were sent to 13 suppliers as follows:

Brock Aggregates;

C.D.R. Young’s Aggregates Inc.;

Coco Aggregates;

Glenn Windrem Trucking;

J.C. Rock Ltd.;

BOT Aggregates;

Miller Paving Ltd.;

Nelson Aggregate Co.;

R.W. Tomlinson Ltd.;

Strada Aggregates;

Merv Johnston;

B-Town group; and

TBG Landscape Inc.

Tender RSD14-182 was publicly advertised on the electronic procurement website Biddingo (http://www.biddingo.com/) on Thursday, October 30, 2014. The Procurement Opening Committee opened tenders on Thursday, November 6, 2014 with the following results:

Contract RSD14-182 - Supply and Delivery of Approximately 3000 tonnes of 2-4 tonne Armourstone

BIDDERSTOTAL UNIT PRICE

PER TONNE(Plus HST)

TOTAL VALUE OF CONTRACT (Plus HST)

J.C. Rock Ltd. $60.62 $181,860.00B-Town Group $62.50 $187,500.00TBG Landscape Inc. $65.00 $195,000.00Glenn Windrem Trucking $66.00 $198,000.00C.D.R. Young’s Aggregates Inc. $66.31 $198,930.00

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority staff recommend rejecting the bid received by J.C. Rock Ltd. due to their poor performance on previous TRCA projects. Specifically, at the Frenchman's Bay Harbour Entrance Project, the required armourstone did not meet material specifications as stated by the Contract. Furthermore, J.C. Rock Ltd. changed the quarry that was listed as the source of armourstone on their Form of Tender without notifying TRCA staff. This change was a direct violation of TRCA Contract Documents and the armourstone delivered to the site was not suitable and rejected upon delivery. As a result of this action by J.C. Rock Ltd., the construction schedule for the Frenchman's Bay Harbour Entrance Project was negatively impacted. Due to the time sensitive nature of Etobicoke Valley Park Erosion Control Maintenance Project, TRCA cannot afford to risk a similar occurrence.

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It is noted that while J.C. Rock Ltd. was invited to bid only to have their bid rejected, the Form of Tender that went to 13 suppliers included a request to bid on multiple types of stone (e.g. gabion stone, rip rap) under different contract numbers, and that there have been no significant issues with respect to their supply or delivery of these other materials. Future armourstone bids by J.C. Rock will be considered for projects with a smaller required tonnage, and shall be awarded only upon successful inspection at their listed quarry, however should any significant issues arise during the delivery process, staff recommend that a suspension be considered with prior approval from the Authority Board.

Based on the bids received, staff therefore recommends that B-Town Group be awarded Contract RSD14-182 for the supply and delivery of approximately 3,000 tonnes of 2-4 tonne armourstone for the unit cost of $62.50 per tonne and a total amount not to exceed $187,500.00, plus HST, they being the lowest bid that meets TRCA specifications for the contract. The contract is subject to a 10% contingency to be expended as authorized by TRCA staff. Staff recommend awarding the contract only upon successful inspection of the material at the supplier's quarry, confirming that the armourstone is uniform and stackable, and meets all other TRCA specifications.

TRCA and the City of Toronto have worked cooperatively on erosion control projects for more than 30 years. Many existing erosion control structures on City-lands were constructed by TRCA, and TRCA monitors this infrastructure on the City's behalf as a value-added service to the City through its long-standing Erosion Management Program.

There is value to the City in having TRCA provide services that eliminate the risk to life and property in a prompt, cost-effective and environmentally responsible manner. TRCA is able to provide effective management of natural environment projects using their highly specialized expertise and ability to expedite approvals, facilitate community involvement, meet tight deadlines and satisfy provincial and federal environmental standards.

Recognizing TRCA's value as a leader in environmental protection and restoration, Council recently amended Schedule A of Chapter 71, Financial Control, of the Toronto Municipal Code, which permits TRCA to deliver specific capital projects on their behalf. According to Section 22 of the amendments, the proposed bank stabilization works at Etobicoke Valley Park is eligible for TRCA to deliver on behalf of the City of Toronto. Furthermore, approval to proceed with this project was approved by the Executive Committee in August 2014 at Executive Meeting #6/14 under Resolution #B71/14.

This project is aligned with leadership strategy number two in TRCA’s new strategic plan. Through the stabilization of the eroding bank, the adjacent pathway will be restored and public safety will be protected.

FINANCIAL DETAILSContract RSD14-182 is 100% cost recoverable through the City of Toronto's Parks Capital Funding, under account 185-76.

Report prepared by: Craig Eden, 647-633-8406 Emails: creden@trca.on.caFor Information contact: James Dickie, 416-844-3987 Emails: jdickie@trca.on.caDate: November 14, 2014

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Item AUTH7.5TO: Chair and Members of the Authority

Meeting #9/14, November 28, 2014

FROM: Nick Saccone, Director, Restoration Services

RE: HUMBER VALLEY MEADOWS STORMWATER MANAGEMENT POND RESTORATION PROJECT

____________________________________________________________________________KEY ISSUEAward of Contract RSD14-194 for supply of all labour, materials and equipment necessary for maintenance work for the stormwater management pond located at Humber Valley Meadows in the Town of Caledon.

RECOMMENDATION

THAT Contract RSD14-194 for supply of all labour, materials and equipment necessary for maintenance work for the stormwater management pond located at Humber Valley Meadows in the Village of Bolton, Town of Caledon be awarded to Esposito Bros Construction at a total cost not to exceed $189,936.27, plus HST, as they are the lowest bidder that best meets Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) specifications;

THAT TRCA staff be authorized to approve additional expenditures to a maximum of 10% of the contract cost as a contingency allowance if deemed necessary;

THAT should staff be unable to execute an acceptable contract with the awarded contractors, staff be authorized to enter into and conclude contract negotiations with the other contractors that submitted tenders, beginning with the next lowest bidder meeting TRCA specifications;

AND FURTHER THAT authorized Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) officials be directed to take any action necessary to implement the agreement including obtaining any required approvals and the signing and execution of documents.

BACKGROUNDThe Humber Valley Meadows Stormwater Management Pond (SWMP) is a wetland facility constructed to provide quality and quantity control for stormwater runoff from the Humber Valley Meadows development within the Village of Bolton, in the Town of Caledon. Flows from the adjacent subdivision enter the SWMP via an open, overland flow channel (inlet channel) originating at an 800mm diameter outfall at the end of English Rose Lane and a 250mm diameter pipe at the bottom of the inlet channel. Downstream of the SWMP, flows from the bypass channel and the pond’s discharge pipe merge and are directed to an outlet channel which eventually empties into the Humber River.

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Over time, the pond block has been frequently used as an informal trail system to access the Humber Valley Heritage Trail (HVHT). This has resulted in erosion of both the pond embankment and the slope adjacent to the outlet channel. In addition, the upper portion of the inlet channel is beginning to scour and the rip rap which was originally placed to protect the bed and banks from erosion is currently being outflanked. Furthermore, the meanders along the inlet channel are significantly undercut and undergoing major scouring.

As a result GHD Inc. was retained to conduct a geomorphic and hydrological analysis report of the study area which incorporated the SWMP and its inlet/outlet pipes, the by-pass channel, and the naturalized outlet channel located behind English Rose Lane. Based on the report received, detailed designs were required and obtained for the inlet, bypass and outlet channel.

The scope of work for the inlet channel generally consists of localized treatments and grade control at the bends as well as an enlargement of the upstream section of channel where overflow occurs. A step-pool sequence will be incorporated into the inlet design to stabilize the flow around the steep bends and eliminate erosion on the inside of the bends. The aim will be to limit bank erosion and overbank flow, prevent erosion shifting to unprotected banks and eliminate periodic washouts of the access road.

The bypass and outlet channel design will also incorporate grade control at all areas of concern . This will include lining of the bed and banks at the downstream end of the bypass channel , the series of knickpoints and the gully downstream of the outlet with 100-200mm rip rap and 40-50mm sub angular material. The downstream section of the gully channel will also be regraded to 3% based on a stable gradient as determined by GHD given the sands and gravels present on the bed.

RATIONALEAs there are no TRCA staff available to implement this work prior to year end, TRCA is required to retain the services of a qualified contractor to undertake maintenance works to restore all components of the SWMP and prevent future erosion.

This project is aligned with leadership strategy number two in TRCA's new strategic plan. Through improvements of the flow regime, this project will assist in the successful management of our regional water resources for current and future generations.

Contract RSD14-194 was publicly advertised on the electronic procurement website Biddingo (http://www.biddingo.com/) on Tuesday, November 4, 2014 with a mandatory site information meeting held on Friday, November 7, 2014. Tender packages were sent to the following 10 contractors:

Bronte Construction;

Cambridge Landscaping Inc.;

Cedar Springs Landscape Inc.;

Dynex Construction Inc.;

Esposito Bros;

Hilton Construction Corp.;

Jass Construction;

Seawaves Development Services Inc.;

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TBG Landscape Inc.; and

Varcon Construction Corp.

The Procurement Opening Committee opened the Tenders on Thursday, November 13, 2014 with the following results:

Contract RSD14-194 Humber Valley Meadows SWM Pond – Restoration Project

BIDDERS TOTAL TENDER AMOUNT(Plus HST)

Jass Construction $138,000.00Esposito Bros $189,936.27TBG Landscape Inc. $190,333.68Dynex Construction Inc $256,430.00

Cambridge Landscaping Inc. $282,639.00Hilton Construction Corp. $458,600.00Varcon Construction Corp. $575,200.00Cedar Springs Landscape Inc. $604,275.00

The bid selection process included a review of the contractors ability to undertake similar projects and an assessment of previous performance in a number of areas including, but not limited to, similar work experience, quality of work, and health and safety. Although Jass Construction had the lowest bid overall, subsequent reference checks failed to demonstrate a history of similar work experience, making Esposito Bros the lowest bidder overall meeting TRCA's requirements.

Restoration Services staff reviewed the bid received from Esposito Bros Construction against its own cost estimate and has determined that the bid is of reasonable value and also meets the requirements as outlined in the contract documents. Further assessment by TRCA staff of Esposito Bros Construction's experience and ability to undertake similar projects was conducted through reference checks which resulted in positive feedback that Esposito Bros Construction is capable of undertaking the scope of work.

Based on the bids received, staff recommend that Esposito Bros Construction be awarded Contract RSD14-194 for supply of all labour, materials and equipment necessary for maintenance work for the stormwater management pond located at Humber Valley Meadows, in the Village of Bolton, Town of Caledon, for a total amount not to exceed $189,936.27, to be expended as authorized by TRCA staff, plus a 10% contingency, plus HST, it being the lowest bid that meets TRCA specifications.

FINANCIAL DETAILSFunds are available from the Region of Peel within account 128-93.

Report prepared by: Michelle Guy, 647-808-5809Emails: mguy@trca.on.caFor Information contact: James Dickie, 416-392-9702Emails: jdickie@trca.on.caDate: November 14, 2014

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Item AUTH8.1TO: Chair and Members of the Authority

Meeting #9/14, November 28, 2014

FROM: Adele Freeman, Director, Watershed Management

RE: SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGIES EVALUATION PROGRAMProgress Report

____________________________________________________________________________KEY ISSUEUpdate on the Sustainable Technologies Evaluation Program.

RECOMMENDATION

IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT the staff report on the Sustainable Technologies Evaluation Program (STEP) be received and that staff continue to report to the Authority on an annual basis.

BACKGROUNDMany environmental technologies are introduced into the market place every year. Several of these offer innovative solutions for improving the environment and our standard of living. However, adoption of the technologies is often slow because of a lack of information on performance and cost effectiveness, as well as the perceived risk associated with implementing new products or practices. The multi-agency Sustainable Technologies Evaluation Program, led by Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA), was introduced in 2004 to help address these issues and accelerate the process of adoption. The program’s major objectives are to monitor and evaluate clean water, air and energy technologies and designs with respect to the environment and human health, and to work with municipal partners and other groups to address barriers, develop guidelines and foster broader implementation of the technologies.

The choice of projects reflects priorities identified by municipalities and other levels of government through various initiatives, including the Toronto Wet Weather Flow Management Master Plan, the Toronto and Region Remedial Action Plan, drinking water source protection plans, the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan, regional water conservation programs (e.g., WaterSmart Peel, York's Water for Tomorrow, Toronto's Water Efficiency Program), municipal development standards, and municipal sustainable energy and climate change plans. Technologies monitored under the program are demonstration projects that have the potential for widespread application in urban environments, and contribute to reducing the environmental impacts of human activities and improving the quality of life for residents.

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STEP has a strong knowledge transfer component delivered through various media. Project reports, fact sheets, decision support tools and updates are provided on a designated website (www.sustainabletechnologies.ca). Professional training courses and presentations at external events are delivered regularly throughout the year, and the Program hosts an annual two day conference on innovative stormwater management and construction site erosion and sediment control. STEP has also developed four on-line e-learning courses on construction site erosion and sediment control and stormwater management, offered through the STEP and The Living City Campus websites (www.livingcitycampus.com).

The Program has four key topic areas of focus:

1. Urban runoff management and green infrastructure: Projects in this category help improve the management of stormwater runoff for the protection of streams, lakes and built infrastructure. Particular emphasis is placed on low impact development (LID) approaches that provide both water quality and water balance control. Other topic areas include pollution prevention, natural channel design, water conservation and mitigation of thermal impacts from urban developments. Over 20 detailed monitoring evaluations have been completed since the Program was initiated. STEP has also prepared design guidance documents, produced literature reviews and developed life cycle costing tools to help accelerate adoption of the technologies.

2. Construction site erosion and sediment control: Construction activities associated with new developments are a significant source of stress to the natural environment. STEP has helped to address these issues through technical assessments of structural best practices, the development of best practice guidance documents, and a suite of training and certification programs tailored for development consultants, on-site environmental inspectors and contractors. STEP's Certified Inspectors Sediment and Erosion Control (CISEC) program is offered across Ontario and Alberta.

3. Preserving and restoring healthy urban soils: This is a program area that was initiated in 2010 in recognition of the importance of healthy soils in managing stormwater runoff and supporting vigorous plant and tree growth. Projects include the development of a best practices guide for preserving and restoring healthy soils on urban construction sites, and various evaluations of best practices relating to topsoil stockpiling on construction sites, and the use of organic amendments to create more absorbent landscapes and improve the quality of stormwater runoff.

4. Energy efficiency and renewables: Initiated in 2008, with the construction of the Archetype Sustainable Houses at The Living City Campus in Vaughan, this program area helps to facilitate broader uptake of technologies that help organizations mitigate and adapt to the effects of climate change. Major project categories include renewable energy, residential home heating and cooling, smart grid infrastructure, and energy conservation and efficiency. Over 25 technology evaluations and decision support tools have been completed through partnerships with universities, TRCA's municipal partners, the Toronto Atmospheric Fund, Natural Resources Canada and other organizations.

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In 2012, TRCA was designated under the Canadian Environmental Technology Verification (CETV) Program as the qualified organization responsible for performance verifications of stormwater management and renewable energy technologies. Through this designation, product manufacturers seeking to verify performance claims would be directed to TRCA by the delivery agent of the CETV program – Globe Performance Solutions - to either have their product tested or to validate performance testing conducted by qualified third parties. In 2013, STEP completed a laboratory verification protocol that specifies the testing procedures required for oil grit separator manufactured treatment devices seeking verification under the Canadian ETV Program. Manufacturer testing to the protocol began in early 2014. Verifications of laboratory tests are expected to be completed by TRCA starting in 2015.

Scientific evaluations of technologies often require the development of test facilities that can be customized to address specific research questions of interest. To help fulfill this need, STEP has constructed and instrumented a number of field test sites at The Living City Campus. These ‘living laboratories’ act as hands-on demonstrations for training and educational workshops, and provide the controlled, real world conditions needed to conduct monitoring evaluations. Currently the Campus is home to four living laboratories for photovoltaics, small wind turbines, green building technologies and low impact development stormwater management practices. Two additional facilities for soil management practices and building integrated photovoltaics are currently being planned or under construction. Over 20 graduate university thesis projects have been conducted in partnership with STEP at these facilities since 2008. The Archetype Sustainable House hosts an advanced data acquisition system that collects and processes continuous data from over a thousand different sensors in the houses and field test sites.

DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONEA number of projects are currently underway or are planned for 2015. Some of these build upon issues or knowledge gaps identified in earlier studies, while others are new initiatives. STEP’s Clean Water projects are centered on the following themes:

Evaluation of Low Impact Development Practices for Stormwater Management: Projects

in this category include (i) a full scale assessment of multiple LID practices on a new residential subdivision in Newmarket, (ii) an on-going side-by-side evaluation of the performance of two non-proprietary stormwater infiltration technologies retrofitted into a parking lot in Vaughan, and (iii) monitoring of a lined biofilter that treats runoff from a public road in Brampton.

Best Practice Guidance Development: In 2015, STEP will be finalizing a comprehensive

inspection and maintenance guide for LID practices that draws together experiences from cold climate jurisdictions across the world and provides detailed recommendations and procedures on municipal maintenance programs and LID maintenance practices. Also in 2015, STEP will be completing a guidance document targeted at municipalities and the development community that clarifies regulatory procedures and describes cost effective methods for maintaining stormwater ponds based on various local and international sources of information. Curriculum for professional training programs hosted by STEP will also be developed through the course of these projects.

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Synthesis of Stormwater Practice Monitoring and Evaluation Studies: This project will

review and synthesize findings and recommendations from over 13 technology performance evaluation studies conducted under STEP from 2004 to 2014. Results summarized within the context of other literature will be used to provide guidance to designers and municipalities on the relative effectiveness of a comprehensive range of different stormwater practices to mitigate the impacts of urban runoff on receiving waters, and provide support for addressing further study needs and communications objectives through partnerships.

Mitigation of the Thermal Impacts of Stormwater Ponds: Although stormwater ponds are

an effective means of improving the quality of urban runoff and controlling flow rates, they heat the water resulting in detrimental impacts on downstream aquatic communities adapted to cooler temperatures. In this ongoing project, various devices designed to cool water will be assessed and guidance will be provided on the optimal design of these structures both from the perspective of performance and long term functionality.

Training and workshops : In addition to STEP's ongoing communications activities

through written and electronic media, a minimum of 12 training events on stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, and facility operation and maintenance will be delivered in 2015. The target audience for these events will include design professionals, development consultants, municipal staff, construction contractors and environmental inspectors. STEP staff will also host and participate in a two-day international conference on cold climate stormwater management research and erosion and sediment control on March 25 and 26, 2015 (www.TRIECA.com).

In 2015, work through the sustainable energy component of STEP will focus on the following broad themes:

Solar Technology Assessments: STEP continues to work with government and industry

partners to develop the tools and resources required to support excellence in site selection, installation and monitoring of solar equipment on GTA solar facilities. An ongoing four year research project initiated in late 2012, and funded primarily through Natural Resources Canada, is testing and validating an international standard for PV (photovoltaic) module power and energy rating (IEC 61853). Broader use of this standard will help increase the reliability and optimized performance of PV in Canada.

Green HVAC Systems for Low-rise Housing: The objective of the proposed work is to

identify, develop, assess and validate new and emerging sustainable/green heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems (or mechanical systems). Ongoing studies in the Archetype House are examining the technical and economic feasibility of absorption chillers, intelligent HVAC controls, heat recovery ventilators and air source heat pumps, among other technologies. This series of projects is being conducted in partnership with the Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Department of Ryerson University.

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Integration of Renewable Energy into Smart Micro-grid and Off-grid Systems: Climate

change is affecting our weather patterns and resulting in more frequent extreme weather events that can result in the extended loss of essential power services. STEP is undertaking research on the integration of renewable energy technologies into smart micro-grid and smart off-grid systems, which will allow our communities to remain serviced during extreme weather events and extended service outages. The research being conducted with utilities, industry, educational institutions and TRCA's regional municipal partners will help provide valuable recommendations and data to stakeholders developing smart grid technologies and integration systems.

Geothermal Technology Assessment Partnership : Geoexchange is one of the few

alternative energy technologies that is economically practical without government subsidies. This ongoing joint project between TRCA, the Toronto Atmospheric Fund and the Ontario Geothermal Association, assesses the performance and barriers to geoexchange through monitoring assessments of existing installations and detailed surveys of system owners and operators. STEP is currently finalizing two assessment reports, a series of case studies and decision support tools for the procurement, design, installation, monitoring, operation and maintenance of geothermal energy systems.

Combined Building Integrated PV/Thermal (BIPV/T) Collector with Variable Capacity Air

Source Heat Pump for Net Zero Energy Building Applications: In this project, building integrated photovoltaic/thermal systems that produce electricity and recover useful thermal energy by circulating air or fluid behind the array of PV panels, are coupled with air source heat pumps (ASHPs). By providing space heating, domestic water heating, summertime cooling and electricity production, the coupling of BIPV/T with ASHP will bring new and existing residential and small commercial buildings closer to the goal of net zero energy status in a cost effective and climate friendly manner.

Training and Workshops : Workshops will be hosted by STEP on a number of energy

related themes, including STEP's regular renewable energy series for homeowners, the rooftop solar installation course, sustainable house design and geoexchange technologies. STEP will also be developing two on-line courses on the commissioning and long term operation and maintenance of solar installations.

Report prepared by: Tim Van Seters 289-268-3902 Emails: tvanseters@trca.on.caFor Information contact: Tim Van Seters 289-268-3902 Emails: tvanseters@trca.on.caDate: November 18, 2014