HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-09-19Samuel Wilmot Nature Area Management Advisory Committee
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Minutes
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Date: September 19, 2022
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Place: Municipal Building Room 1
1 . Call to Order
2. Additions to the Agenda - nil
3. Adoption of the Agenda — moved by Kate Potter, seconded by Rod
McArthur — CARRIED
4. Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting ( August 9t", 2022 ) moved by Leo
Blindenbach, seconded by Leah Bourgeois - CARRIED
5. Status Reports/Updates
1. Interpretative Signage/QR Codes Project — Tom, Patrick — Tom advised that
we are waiting for further information from Patrick concerning format of QR
code " signs " and the best way to affix them. Brian will follow up with
Patrick .Ken will investigate ways of mounting the " signs " that will be
durable and relatively easy to install. A total of 8 will be needed at this
point.
2. Traffic/Usage Survey— Brian/Kate — Kate has opted to wait until her
meetings with the Waterfront Strategy group to better assess
complementary action. Note: Kate will be our Committee's representative at
the Visioning Exercise organized by the Waterfront Strategy group.
3. Treatment Plant/ Storm Drainage Pond Project — Ken has not heard
anything further from those involved. Brian read out the email from Tony
Ricciardi dated August 30t" and will follow up with Tony concerning the
present status of the project.
4. Additional Monarch Waystation signage — Leah provided the final versions
which will now be installed in the appropriate locations. Ken will ensure we
have the appropriate number of U bars and the required bolts, washers and
nuts.
5.Monarch Tagging Event — review and comments . Everyone agreed that
despite the low numbers of monarchs tagged that day, the event was a big
success — particularly from the standpoint of its educational value. We had
approximately 125 members of the public in attendance, great weather, and
good media coverage. The OPG tent for children's activities was a big hit.
People appreciated the presence of a porta potty.
Suggestions and ideas:
> have an additional tent/shelter for activities or demonstrations.
> Invite Don Davis and Carol Pasternak again
> consider having a second smaller team of experienced persons tagging
on the Cobbledick side in conjunction with the main event
> do not use any of the " kids' nets
> ensure mowing of the strip along Lakebreeze is completed in a timely
fashion next spring to promote growth of our plantings. Ken advised that a
new piece of equipment is on order which will allow this to be done
properly
> work with the mowing contractor to improve how general mowing is done
in that area. The planting area has been encroached upon and some of the
small trees have been damaged. Ken will address with the contractor
5. Newcastle Harvest Festival — October 1st. Brian advised that have
registered. Kate has circulated a Doodle list to determine who is available
to assist and at what times. At the moments, we require additional persons
to cover, particularly in the afternoon. Brian will follow up with those who
have not yet responded.
6. Calendar/Chart of Activities — Kate — no changes needed
6. Items 66 on hold
1. Butternut Tree Planting
2. Parking along Toronto Street/ gating to hydro corridor
7. Other Business:
1)Brian proposed that we change our regular meetings to
Monday evenings to avoid conflicts that arise for some of our
members. Ken advised that this may be problematic based on
council committee meetings etc. but will investigate
possibilities. It was agreed that we will hold our next 3 meetings
on Monday evenings and reassess things after that. It was also
suggested that we look at holding our meetings in Newcastle
since most members of the Committee reside there. The Library
or Hamre Centre were suggested. Ken will investigate.
2) Hybernaculem - still requires some maintenance and removal
of brush etc. Ken will arrange through the forestry department.
3) Brian suggested that the municipal arborist might be someone
we could have at a meeting to outline his role and see how we
might work together. Ken will contact him.
8. Round Table - All Members - nil
9. Next Meeting - Monday October 10, 2022 Location TBD
10. Next Meeting - Monday, October 11, 2022, 7:00 p.m
11 . Adjournment - moved by Tom Hossie