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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012-10-09 Minutes C40 O� Draft minutes—Not vet approved by Committee NOTES OF MEETING OF SAMUEL WILMOT NATURE AREA MANAGEMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE HELD TUESDAY OCTOBER 9, 2012 7:OOPM Present: (Voting) Karin Murphy Suzanne Land Jim Cleland Geoff James Michael Goleski Bonnie Seto Brian Reid (Chair) Melanie McArthur Pat Mulcahy Staff Present: Peter Windolf Regrets: Councillor Corinna Traill Absent: Warren May—MNR Greg Wells— GRCA Tim Lizotte 1. Agenda Acceptance of Agenda Karin Murphy requested that Check Your Watershed Day be added to the agenda Michael Goleski requested that Fall Planting be added to the agenda MOVED: by Michael Goleski, SECONDED by Jim Cleland THAT: the agenda for October 9, 2012 be accepted. CARRIED 2. Minutes of September 11, 2012 Approval of Minutes Michael Goleski requested that the burdock removal that occurred in August be reflected in amended minutes for the September 11 meeting MOVED: by Geoff James, SECONDED by Pat Mulcahy THAT: the minutes of September 11, 2012 be approved as amended. CARRIED SWNAMAC 2 October 2012 3. Updates Traffic Survey Brian Reid reported that several committee members had signed up for a variety of dates and times and that would provide a good sampling of SWNA use. He reminded members to return any completed surveys to him. The survey process so far has determined that the SWNA receives lots of evening use, especially by fisherman. Suzanne Land reported that while she was conducting a Traffic Survey she talked to a DRP officer patrolling the SWNA parking lots. He stated that the police patrol the SWNA parking lots on a fairly regular basis, especially on weekends. Litter and dumping continue to be a problem in both parking lots. While doing a Traffic Survey, Melanie McArthur witnessed a person dumping their car garbage in the Toronto Street Parking lot. Brian Reid reported that he collected eight more User Survey forms from the kiosks. He will provide a synopsis of the comments for a future meeting. Most of the laminated maps have been taken and not returned to the kiosks. Instead of producing additional laminated maps the committee recommended providing a pamphlet that would include information about the SWNA on one side and a more basic map on the other. Site Visit September 20 to look at possible future trail route A frequently used footpath at the north end of the wetland was investigated for its potential to be a posted SWNA trail route. A few members met to walk the route to assess its condition and determine if it provides enough interest to merit it being signed as a SWNA trail. While the trail did provide access to some interesting areas it was quite narrow with some rough terrain especially where it skirts the N/E corner of the wetland zone. The members present determined that it might be a good "side trail" but it would be very difficult to make any improvements to the surface. The committee discussed its potential and agreed to re-assess the area in the spring to see if high water might limit access to the trail. Great Lakes Guardian Community Fund An application to the Great Lakes Guardian Community Fund has been submitted requesting funding to improve the Lake Access Trail on the east side of the wetland. The trail currently has a woodchip surface but it requires replacement every few years. The application is for funding to replace the woodchips with a granular trail. The municipality was requested to provide clarification regarding the endorsement letters sent in support of the application but no decision has been received yet regarding approval. SWNAMAC 3 October 2012 Bird House Removal All of the birdhouses on the Cobbledick side have been removed. The birdhouses on the Toronto Street side will be removed within the next two weeks. Check Your Watershed Day Several past and present SWNA members had participated in the Check Your Watershed Day surveys in 2006 and 2009. Karin Murphy gave a synopsis of the results from the 2006-2010 survey of watersheds south of the Oak Ridge's Moraine; -Of the 1,171 analyzed sites 52% had water present, 44%were dry and 4% were unknown. -267 perched culverts were identified from every watershed -the data demonstrated the variability of stream flow and the need for ongoing monitoring to detect any trends. Fall Planting Michael Goleski inquired if a fall planting project would be done this year. The committee determined that due to the lateness of the season and the lack of funds to purchase plants that no fall planting project will be scheduled this year. 4. Other Business Brian Reid indicated that he would be absent from the November 13 meeting. 5. Motion to Adjourn MOVED: by Suzanne Land seconded by Melanie McArthur THAT: the meeting be adjourned. CARRIED Adjournment: 8:00 P.M. Next Meeting: Tuesday November 13, 7:00 PM Notes prepared by P. Windolf