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The
meeting was called to order at 6:33 p.m.
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Wes
Guldemond in the Chair.
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Moved by Councillor Twinney
Seconded by Joanna Parsons
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THAT the Additions and Corrections to
the Agenda noted in the addendum be adopted.
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Carried
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2.
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Presentation
by Ms. Marion Plaunt, Senior Planner – Policy regarding the Newmarket Urban
Centres Secondary Plan and Active Transportation Network.
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The Senior Planner – Policy provided an overview
of the main changes to the density, heights and bonusing policies, interim
development policies, angular plane policies and the new parkland schedule
found in the Revised Draft Secondary Plan. She also addressed NEAC’s
previous comments in respect to urban design, massing and built form,
including garbage and loading integration in building, bird friendly
practices, screened roof top communities, energy and sustainability,
signage and coordination and phasing of development.
A special public meeting will be held on April 28,
2014 for the public to provide feedback on the revised draft.
Discussion ensued with respect to revisions to the
plan, the angular plane policy, bird friendly practices and dark skies.
The Committee was requested to submit comments to John Birchall for
compilation and submission to the Senior Planner – Policy by April 25,
2014.
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3.
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Correspondence
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Moved
by Joanna Parsons
Seconded
by Philip Breault
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THAT
the correspondence items, previously distributed by e-mail, be received.
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Carried
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4.
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Natural Heritage Areas
Brochure
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Dayna Laxton compiled the comments received with
respect to the Natural Heritage Areas Brochure and submitted them to the
Traffic Technician. NEAC’s suggestions, including updates to the map for
enhanced visibility have been incorporated into the revised draft. Discussion
ensued regarding map size and inclusion of a QR code or google shortened
link to NEAC’s web presence.
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5.
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Trail Map Update
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Joanna Parsons provided an update on the progress
of the trail map, including funding and printing discussions. Dayna Laxton
provided information on EDDMapS Ontario, the Early Detection &
Distribution Mapping System for invasive species reporting. Discussion
ensued regarding invasive species and availability of the trail maps for
the Holland River Clean-up event.
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6.
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Community Garage Sale
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Dayna
Laxton advised that the venue for the event on May 31, 2014 has been
confirmed, insurance has been obtained from the Town and registration is
now open. Volunteers are required to assist with event setup, to direct
traffic and collect registration fees.
Discussion
ensued regarding staffing the event, site setup, advertising and purchase
of additional signs. Wes Guldemond, Jill King and Doug Jagger to assist
with the event. Wes Guldemond and Doug Jagger to revise graphics and text
on the signs. Doug Jagger to aid in distribution of event flyers.
Councillor Twinney to follow up with staff to obtain pylons and barriers
for the parking and event areas.
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7.
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Neighbourhood Community
Gardens
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John Birchall advised that the recommendations
from the March 5, 2014 NEAC meeting will come forward to the Committee of
the Whole at their next meeting.
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8.
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Participation in Holland
River Clean-up
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John
Birchall provided an update on the Holland River Clean-up event. The
Committee agreed to participate this year with a booth at the event on
Saturday, May 3, 2014 and discussed member participation.
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9.
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Earth Hour Review and
Recommendations
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John Birchall provided an update on the Earth Hour
event. Newmarket had the lowest total reduction in York Region.
Discussion ensued regarding further community
engagement opportunities, including marketing strategies and increased
advertising of the event in the community.
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10.
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Report on Regional
Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting
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John Birchall provided a verbal report on the
presentations and discussions held at the Regional EAC meeting. The next
Regional Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting date has been moved to
September in order to facilitate the 2014 municipal election.
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12.
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Resignation of NEAC Member
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Moved
by Dayna Laxton
Seconded
by John Birchall
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The
Newmarket Environmental Advisory Committee recommends to Council:
THAT
Stacey Tidman's resignation from the Environmental Advisory Committee be
accepted with regret;
AND
THAT no replacement be appointed in the remainder of this term of Council.
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Carried
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New Business
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13.
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a)
Jill King directed the Committee’s attention to an article published in the
Toronto Star on March 31, 2014 regarding Japan’s aquaponic initiatives.
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b)
John Birchall suggested that the Committee review means of engaging schools
in environmental initiatives.
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Adjournment
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Moved
by Doug Jagger
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Seconded
by Councillor Twinney
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THAT
the meeting adjourn.
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Carried
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There
being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m.
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