HomeMy WebLinkAboutLGS-030-24
Staff Report
If this information is required in an alternate accessible format, please contact the Accessibility
Coordinator at 905-623-3379 ext. 2131.
Report To: General Government Committee
Date of Meeting: September 9, 2024 Report Number: LGS-030-24
Submitted By: Rob Maciver, Deputy CAO/Solicitor
Reviewed By: Mary-Anne Dempster, CAO Resolution#:
Authored By: Lindsey Turcotte, Committee Coordinator
File Number: By-law Number:
Report Subject: Appointments to the Ganaraska Forest Recreational User Committee and
Property Standards Committee
Recommendations:
1. That Report LGS-030-24, and any related delegations or communication items, be
received;
2. That the resignation of Marven Whidden, from the Ganaraska Forest Recreational
User Committee and Property Standards Committee, be received with thanks;
3. That the Committee consider the applications for appointments to the Ganaraska
Forest Recreational User Committee and Property Standards Committee, and that
the vote be conducted to appoint the citizen representatives, in accordance with the
Appointment to Boards and Committees Policy; and
4. That all interested parties listed in Report LGS-030-24, and any delegations be
advised of Council’s decision.
Municipality of Clarington Page 2
Report LGS-030-24
Report Overview
This report is intended to provide background information, regarding the vacancies on the
Ganaraska Forest Recreational User Committee and Property Standards Committee to
assist in the appointment process.
1. Ganaraska Forest Recreational User Committee
1.1 The Ganaraska Forest Recreational User Committee (GFRUC) is a committee of the
Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority. The purpose of the GFRUC is to carry out
work and provide advice to the Full Authority on:
Ensure rules, etiquette and regulations pertaining to recreational use in the
Ganaraska Forest are communicated to their organization or municipality
membership/population;
Promote co-operation among the various recreational user groups;
Develop recreational programs and/or events in the Ganaraska Forest subject to
approval of the Conservation Authority;
Undertake trail maintenance including relocation of trails, sign inspections, and
site restoration projects; and
Communicate with the respective recreational organization or municipality
opportunities to participate in Conservation Authority programs or initiatives that
are mutually benefiting and in the best interest of the Ganaraska Forest and
recreational opportunities.
1.2 The Terms of Reference states that the composition of the Committee shall be
comprised of a representative from the following organizations:
Ontario Federation of Anglers
and Hunters
Ontario Trail Riders
Association (equestrian)
Ontario Nature
Hike Ontario
Ontario Federation of
Snowmobile Clubs
Ontario Federation of Trail
Riders (off -road motorcycles)
Canadian Cross Country Ski
Association
Orienteering Ontario
Ontario Cycling Association
Kawartha ATV Association
Municipality of Port Hope
City of Kawartha Lakes
Township of
Cavan/Monaghan
Municipality of Clarington
Municipality of Clarington Page 3
Report LGS-030-24
1.3 Marven Whidden, Municipality of Clarington’s representative, was appointed to the
Ganaraska Forest Recreational User Committee in January 2023, for a term ending
December 31, 2026, or until a successor is appointed. In July 2024, the Clerk’s Division
received notification of Marven’s resignation.
1.4 Council may appoint one resident for a term ending December 31, 2026, or until a
successor is appointed, to fill Clarington’s representative on the Committee. The
following have put forward an application for consideration:
Karen Graham
James Taylor
Robert Taylor
2. Property Standards Committee
2.1 The Property Standards Committee is a quasi-judicial body, appointed by Council, to
consider appeals to orders issued by Property Standard Officers. It is the Committee's
role to make an informal, impartial decision.
2.2 The Committee has the following powers under the Ontario Building Code Act:
Confirm the Order, or Orders, served by the Municipality;
Quash the Order; and
Amend the Order or extend the deadline for compliance .
2.3 In addition to being appointed to the GFRUC, Marven Whidden was also appointed to
the Property Standards Committee in January 2023, for a term ending December 31,
2026, or until a successor is appointed. In July 2024, the Clerk’s Division received
notification of Marven’s resignation.
2.4 The Property Standards Committee is comprised of six citizens. Currently, the
Committee is comprised of five citizens, therefore Council may appoint 1 citizen for a
term ending December 31, 2026, or until a successor is appointed.
Municipality of Clarington Page 4
Report LGS-030-24
2.5 The following have put forward an application for consideration:
Brian Atkins
Lesley Bakshiev
Rob Box
Patricia Brazeau
Sam Caruso
Derek Hannan
Darlyn Johnson
Heather Kenny
David McKay
Mahendra Bhan Persaud
Gord Robinson
3. Advertising and Applications
3.1 The Municipal Clerk’s Division placed an advertisement on the Municipality’s website
and social media, to fill the vacancies on the Ganaraska Forest Recreational User
Committee and Property Standards Committee.
3.2 In accordance with the “Appointment to Boards and Committees Policy”, a confidential
application package for each Committee has been attached.
4. Financial Considerations
Not applicable.
5. Strategic Plan
L.4.1: Increase opportunities for civic engagement and public participation.
6. Climate Change
Not applicable.
7. Concurrence
Not Applicable.
Municipality of Clarington Page 5
Report LGS-030-24
8. Conclusion
It is respectfully recommended that Committee consider the applications for
appointments to the Ganaraska Forest Recreational User Committee and Property
Standards Committee for a term ending December 31, 2026, or until a successor is
appointed.
Staff Contact: Lindsey Turcotte, Committee Coordinator, 905-623-3379 ext. 2106 or
LTurcotte@clarington.net.
Attachments:
Attachment 1 – Confidential Application Package
Interested Parties:
The following interested parties will be notified of Council's decision:
All Applicants
Ganaraska Forest Recreational User Committee
Property Standards Committee