HomeMy WebLinkAboutJuly 21, 2016 - Council - Addendum THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM
COUNCIL MEETING ADDENDUM
MUNICIPAL OFFICE
Thursday, July 21, 2016
1. ADMINISTRATION
A. Appendix C to Report CAO-49/16 by Paul Shipway, CAO re East Beach Design
Consultation Results— comments submitted after July 15, 2016 at noon
B. By-Law 2016-068 Being a By-law to appoint an Overall Responsible Operator and
Operator's In Charge for The Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham Water and
Wastewater Systems as set out in O.Reg. 128/04
C. Bayham Beachfest request to relocate stage/beer garden
Report CA049/16 - Each Beach Design Consultation Results
Appendix 'C' — Comments submitted after July 15, 2016 at noon
Comments Name
I think the East Beach plan is great, except for the second row of Marc Cerna
paved parking that is planned for the lot next to the washrooms. It
takes away from the beach as people go down there to enjoy the
beach mainly and not just to park. If I were you guys, I'd expand the
paved parking area in the lot next to Big Otter Creek.
I would first like to thank council, and yourself , and staff for affording Ron Allensen
the public an opportunity to have input into the proposed future (OtterValley Naturalists)
modifications to our east beach. I will attemp to reiterate the points I
made at the public meeting.
I believe virtually all of the proposed changes, are good , practical first
steps, and will fit nicely into any long range future projects for the
beach.I believe our underlying principals as a community should be
simple. Increase access and safety for all, while facilitating , green
sustainable "developement", which fits in with the natural beach
buffering, of high water and storm events, and facilitates the use of the
area by humans as well as our nature friends.) believe thoughtful
consideration can accomodate both.
Someone at the public meeting brought up the potential beach problem
of Canada geese. She is absolutely right that lush green parklike
grassy areas are to be avoided as they attract geese to feed. Dune
grasses and sand do not attract geese.Although in the off season we
will likely have them on our beach and in the harbour, for a good time
to come.
I believe the proposed parking areas are great ,however I would like to
see all the existing, healthy trees that we presently have in the parking-
beach area preserved as much as possible.Particularly, the willow
clump at the south east end of the parking area west of the turn
around, and the existing clump of 4 or 5 maples, immediately to the
east of the pier,(Not shown on the proposal drawing). and shading the
pier area,(Often used by fisherman, for shade.)In addition to this the
willow near the present wheelchair access ramp.
The few existing live,beach trees,ln the proposed parking area„
planted by the OVN (OtterValley Naturalist) Should be moved and
saved. I believe there is one each of Pin Oak,and one Native
Sycamore, In addition to the two live Sycamores to the east of the
washrooms. The surviving sycamore could be moved to replace an
existing dead sycamore immediately to the south-west of the
washrooms.
All of these trees were drilled by vandals, a few years back and we are
lucky to have any that survived.
A note in regards to future tree species to be used in the parking
areas. The test of their survival has proven the metal and good choice
of Native Sycamore,Pin Oak, and Native Hackberry Trees. I think
these three species should be our first choice for planting in our
difficult, dry and windy conditions with low nutrition.
A few more points. The proposed gravel turn around at the east end of
the parking area is a great idea. Two or three railed access paths from
the west parking area down the slope to the beach, would be a good
idea. Other Ontario beach projects have used plexiglass with railings to
block blowing beach sand. Any use of this kind of shielding should only
use frosted or etched material to avoid bird and toddler collissions.
The Eastern edge of the western parking area may require some sort
of pedestrian barrier as their is a steep grade down to the beach there.
Likewise with the area to the immediate south of the new turnaround,
their is also a good grade. I think perhaps at this area the proposed
boardwalk should be moved slightly southward to accomadate a
gentler grade, This area could then be landscaped with natural beach
grasses, and native low shrubs and evergreens.Also don't overlook
there needs to be maintained a beach access point or points for spring
grooming, and emergency vehicles. The existing access being the
area on the southwest of the turn around, (marked "edge of
parking") on the map.
One last point in regard to future additions or modifications to the east
beach area. There was a suggestion that a citizens committee be
formed to collect ideas and proposals. In principal how can we be
against that? However committees tend to become bogged down by
people with intransigent ideas, and a basic unwillingness to
compromise.
As long as we have a plan that is forward looking and calls for input
along the way, I believe we must rely on council and an educated open
staff to see our way forward.
Thank you for listening, to my suggestions. Once again I offer, to
council and staff my expertise in native plants, and planting designs.
As well as beach dynamics, if there is ever a need for some
consultation.
Thank you for allowing the Public to provide opinion, comment and Susanne Schlotzhauer
recommendations for consideration into a final east beach design.
I understand through the Municipal website that"the parameters
utilized by staff and the Municipal Engineer when compiling the
proposed detailed design drew upon previous community submitted
considerations and the Port Burwell Waterfront Master Plan. A plan
which determined that to create a vibrant and attractive waterfront, the
following key principles should be followed during the design process,
including: environmental preservation and conservation; safety and
security; continuity and connectivity. These principles were balanced
against financial realities, land ownership and integration of any design
considerations into complementing project schedules."
Unfortunately, when looking at the proposed design of the east beach
presented by Council, I only see engineer drawings of parking lots and
walk ways, with no information as to what kind of materials are
proposed and how it connects with the waterfront, Memorial Park and
downtown core. In this design, I do not see how beach ecology is
proposed to be diversified, enhanced and sustained alongside
recreational beach activities, nor how a balance between the two will
be achieved. In other words, I do not see the creation of a "vibrant and
attractive waterfront" within the proposed design. I predominately see a
parking lot and a grassy area, a grassy area that will serve more to
attract Canadian Geese than beach goers. Canada Geese are grazers
and are particularly attracted to turf grass lawns where the
accumulation of fecal waste can degrade nearshore water quality.
These types of design flaws must be avoided, not created in the
development of a vibrant and attractive beach.
Consequently, I do not see in the proposed east beach design any
indication that the key principals identified by he Municipality(as
quoted above)were really considered in the design process, namely
"environmental preservation and conservation; safety and security;
continuity and connectivity". The revitalization of our waterfront can be
one of the most profound economic drivers for our community. As
such, financial limitations should not dictate an inferior plan. A fully
developed revitalization plan implemented in a phased approach in
order to seek appropriate levels of funding from various government
sources, businesses and the public at large can work towards creating
a vibrant and attractive waterfront.
I am also concerned that the present public participation process will
only solicit limited information, limited to the simple drawing presented
with no other visuals or details to even hint at what that design could
look like in reality. There was no background or other information
presented to the small group of people that attended the June
information meeting. No conceptual drawings. From what I saw in the
engineer drawing, I was disappointed in the lack of flow and form that
represents waves, water, fun and sun.
I am in support of Barry's Wade proposed enhancement plan as
proposed to Council in 2015 as a great starting point. His report
provided visuals and examples of how a final design could look like.
I will also reiterate the suggestion from Mr. Wade's report and my
suggestion at the June meeting that Council formulate a focus group,
comprised with expertise within the community, to assist Council in the
development and finalization of a sustainable waterfront revitalization
plan and in particular, east beach design.
Thank you for your consideration of my opinions, comments and
recommendations.
Considerations Regarding Beach Changes
These are my thoughts regarding the ongoing review of the Port Burwell beach
area. They are from someone with a Port Burwell mailing address which is not in
the former village of Port Burwell, but is in Bayham a few kilometers to the east of
Port Burwell.
1. Grant money is not free money. There is talk of applying for grants to fund
some or most of the redevelopment and some sense of urgency to start these
applications. Most of this money comes from a lager set of taxpayers (that
includes us) and therefore anyone involved in requesting such funds should
treat the funds with more care than they treat their own money— fiscal
responsibility. There is no need to rush into this ongoing process or to
commit more matching funds from local taxpayers.
2. The existing municipal beach should not be encroached upon for parking. It
is a popular and much used beach. Making it smaller to accommodate a few
more cars is illogical. If additional parking is truly cost justified, it should
be put farther from the beach, not on the beach. The tentative plan released
by the Municipality shows the existing parking lot extending into the
existing beach area!
3. Growth is not inherently good. Growing Bayham, be it population, tax
revenue (burden), or numbers of visitors might bring more costs than
benefits. There are communities all over North America that are learning
this lesson the hard way. There are retirees that are moving away from such
jurisdictions. The increased status politicians may covet from larger
municipalities is worth nothing to the taxpayers.
4. Not everyone wants Bayham to grow. We moved here about ten years ago
because we wanted a quiet, rural setting on the shore of one of the Great
Lakes. Successfully encouraging more people to visit will mean we
personally will have yet more trash to pick up and more trespassers among
those who visit the area who want to avoid crowded beaches. Yes, we have
heard that excuse a few times —the beach in Port Burwell is too crowded.
5. If changes are made to the beach area, it might be prudent to ensure they
bring the beach closer to being good enough to warrant Blue Flag status. It
is perhaps unrealistic to think that status could be achieved in the near term,
but care should be exercised to ensure any changes do not make it less likely
to achieve such status or the inherit quality that it represents. This is not just
a consideration for making Bayham a tourism draw, but to also provide
proper stewardship for a great feature that belongs to and is used by
residents. Please see the Appendices regarding Blue Flag requirements.
6. Tourism is nearly a zero sum game. Tourists generally do not extend
vacations or travel budgets based upon the number of options. If they go
one place, they don't go another place. For provinces to spend public money
encouraging various localities to compete with each other for the same
tourism business is foolish and irresponsible at the provincial level. We
should not encourage such political manipulations.
7. If businesses who benefit from tourism want money spent to encourage more
tourism, it should be their own business investment money. If restaurants in
Bayham believe they are missing some potential business because of
insufficient parking, then those businesses should arrange for more parking
and pay the cost of the additional parking. If it is not cost effective for them
to do it, then it is even less cost effective for others to do it.
8. Apparently no analysis has been done as to the benefits versus the costs of
more beach parking, or even the existing parking. No study has been done
to determine where additional parking would provide the best benefit for
local businesses. When the beach parking is full, are the restaurants already
full? Analysis should be done first, and at the expense of those who expect a
net benefit. Any such results should be publicly shared with ample time for
public review if any public funds are to be proposed.
9. Potential costs of any changes should include the ongoing support costs. For
example, a splash pad installation will have a fixed cost. What will it cost to
drain it and wash it down after every wind storm that blows sand or every
heavy use day? The water usage costs alone can be great. If more traffic is
generated, what are the associated support costs such as policing, roads, and
traffic management? Such ongoing expenses can be difficult to estimate
accurately, but they cannot be ignored.
10.Are the businesses that want more traffic doing what they can to serve
themselves? Do they provide free Wi-Fi? Do they advertise outside the
area? Do they have superior products and services that draw repeat business
even when it is not typical beach use time, which is the vast majority of the
time? Do they even stay open for normal business hours? Do they respond
to new opportunities? For example there is a recent game that has become
very popular that has been drawing crowds to some locations. It is Pokémon
Go. I am not a user of the game, but I found it is free to set up PokeStops
and have included that in the Appendices.
11.If some residents hope to increase their property's market value so then can
sell at a profit and leave the area, well, that is a common motivation.
However it should not be done at the expense of those who intend to stay.
12.The harbour divestiture is on the horizon. Would it not be prudent to
complete that process first so as to know the impact?
13.Rumour has it that prime properties along the Big Otter near the beach have
changed ownership. What plans, if any, do the new owners have that may
affect beach usage?
14.The folly of Project Ojibway is going to burden Bayham for many years.
Muddying the political waters with another ill-conceived project that might
cost taxpayers more than the resulting benefit to taxpayers will not lessen the
pain.
Bruce Bolin
Appendices
Blue Flag Beach Criteria
Environmental education and information
• Information relating to coastal zone ecosystems and natural, sensitive areas in the coastal zone must
be displayed
• Information about bathing water quality must be displayed
• Information about the Blue Flag Programme must be displayed
• Code of conduct for the beach area must be displayed and the laws governing beach use must be
easily available to the public upon request
• A minimum of 5 environmental education activities must be offered
Water quality
• Compliance with the requirements and standards for excellent bathing water quality
• No industrial or sewage related discharges may affect the beach area
• Monitoring on the health of coral reefs located in the vicinity of the beach
• Compliance of the community with requirements for sewage treatment and effluent quality
• Algae or other vegetation should be left to decay on the beach unless it constitutes a nuisance
Environmental management
• A beach management committee must be established to be in charge of instituting environmental
management systems and conduct regular environmental audits of the beach facility
• The beach must comply with all regulations affecting the location and operation of the beach(coastal
zone planning and environmental legislation)
• The beach must be clean
• Waste disposal bins/receptacles must be available on/by the beach in adequate numbers,regularly
maintained and emptied
• Facilities for receiving recyclable waste materials must be available on/by the beach
• Adequate and clean sanitary facilities with controlled sewage disposal
• On the beach there will be no unauthorised camping or driving and no dumping
• Regulation concerning dogs and other domestic animals on the beach must be strictly enforced
• All buildings and equipment of the beach must be properly maintained
• Sustainable means of transportation must be promoted in the beach area
Safety and services
• An adequate number of lifeguards and/or lifesaving equipment must be available at the beach
• First aid equipment must be available on the beach
• There must be management of different users and uses of the beach so as to prevent conflicts and
accidents
• An emergency plan to cope with pollution safety risks must be in place
• There must be safe access to the beach
• The beach area must be patrolled
• A supply of potable drinking water must be available on the beach
• A minimum of one Blue Flag beach in each municipality must have access and toilet facilities
provided for disabled persons
• A map of the beach indicating different facilities must be displayed
PokeStops Criteria
Niantic and Nintendo's popular new game, Pokémon Go. It is a game about catching Pokémon
and baffling while exploring the real world while checking in at historical monuments disguised
as PokeStops.
How to request PokeStops:
https://support.pokemongo.nianticlabs.com/hc/en-us/requests/new?ticket_form_id=319928
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Barry Wade Design Construction Management
July 15, 2016
Municipality of Bayham
Re: East Beach Design Consultation
Port Burwell, Ontario
Attention: Paul Shipway/CAO
Re: Comments regarding the proposed East Beach Design
Attached to this email is a report that was sent to Council back on December 17, 2015
identifying preliminary Design Parameters that could be incorporated into the East Beach
Design as part of a larger waterfront revitalization plan.
This cover letter does not discuss detailed design issues. It is focused on the process
involved in achieving a long term sustainable waterfront revitalization that addresses the
ecologic, social and economic needs of the community.
The present process is flawed as the information requested by Council from the Public may
not reflect a true representation of the ecological, recreational, social and economic
potential of Bayham's greatest asset — our beach. As mentioned in the public hearing, a
member of the public suggested that a focus group be appointed by Council to ensure a
meaningful public process in the development of a final beach design and to ensure a
balance between the ecological health of the beach and recreational tourism as an
economic driver emerge as key concepts.
To ask Council to formalize a final plan would be unfair to our Council members, as they do
not hold the credentials in Waterfront Design, Beach Ecology or Recreational and
Environmental Sustainability essential for the long teen health and prosperity of the Port
Burwell Beach. A formal Beach Committee or Focus Group comprised of various
stakeholders that can offer a diversity of expertise, experience and knowledge to guide the
development of a final beach design will streamline the process and ensure
comments/concerns from the public at large are considered in the process.
The Preliminary Design presented by Council is flawed in many areas, which has
confinned my beliefs that Council and/or Staff are not qualified in proposing a plan that
addresses key areas of a beach revitalization strategy. Just a few areas of concern re: the
proposed design includes the following:
a) Vehicle Traffic Flow is flawed as congestion can occur in the access and exits of the west
and east parking lots;
b) Pedestrian traffic flow with safe access from the parking lots to the beach;
c) The transition area between the Parking Lots and the beach;
d) Beach restoration and wind erosion control of the beach sands;
e) Emergency and Vehicle maintenance access to the beach;
f) Interconnection of the beach development and future development adjoining the public
lands;
g) Present and future use of the beach activities;
h) Interconnection between Memorial Park and the Beach enhancement plan;
i) The interconnection of the boardwalk and pier;
j) Future docking for recreational boaters along the pier;
k) Lighting;
I) Storm water management designs and runoff of water to maximize clean water on the
beach;
m)Children play areas verses Adult play areas;
n)A multiuse beach that could be used day and night for special events;
o) Shade structures and where are they best suited;
p) Ecology and plant life;
q) The possibilities of utilizing Memorial Park to allow for more of a picnic area rather than
trying to incorporate a pavilion on the beach;and
r) Lack of thought towards venders on the beach during special events.
I suggest Council request resumes or qualifications from the Public to form a Beach
Committee or Focus Group that can offer a diversity of expertise to help guide, develop and
finalize an east beach design plan. The committee will be tasked with assisting and advising
the Town Council in all areas of beach restoration and development and make
recommendations for a final waterfront revitalization plan.
There are many qualified citizens within our community that would step forward and
volunteer their expertise, experience and knowledge.
We just need to be asked by Council.
I am well aware that funding is limited, but this does not give merit to developing an inferior
plan. This is a long term plan that will depend on the volunteers of our community, public
donations and grant funding from all levels of government.
Through staging a master plan the final results will prove to be a win win for the citizens of
Bayham. This is our playground for us and future generations. Let's not be short sighted
when it comes to one of Bayham's greatest assets and potential economic driver.
Sincerely yours,
Barry Wade
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President of 776497 Ontario Limited
o/a Barry Wade Design Construction Management
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Barry Wade Design Construction Management
December 17, 2015
Letter to Council
Municipality of Bayham
Re: Acceptance of Strategic Plan for Port Burwell Beach/Waterfront Proposal
Attention: Mayor Paul Ens
Deputy Mayor Tom Southwick
Councilor Randy Brier
Councilor Ed Ketchabaw
Councilor Wayne Casier
CAO Paul Shipway
Clerk Lynda Millard
Good Afternoon Ladies and Gentlemen:
As you may be aware, one of the 4 mission statements cited in The Municipality of Bayham's
2006- 2013 Strategic Plan is to invest[Council's] energies and resources in: "providing
recreation and waterfront amenities".
The last paragraph of the Strategic Plan states: "Although this Strategic Plan has a five year
life cycle, it is appropriate to conduct a review of the Plan at the beginning of each term of
the Bayham Council to ensure that the strategic direction is agreed by the new Council and
update the Plan according to current circumstances".
Strategic objectives are intended to articulate where the Municipality is headed in the next 20
years or so and help Council ensure that all of its efforts are directed to move the
Municipality closer to these ideals. The intention should be to use the Strategic Plan to guide
all actions at Council, particularly when it comes to developing operating and capital budgets.
As far as we are aware, our new Council has never discussed the Strategic Plan at a public
Council meeting thereby leaving the public in the dark as to what Council has accomplished
in the past and what this Council intends to accomplish during this term and beyond. Like
every responsible Council,we think it is time to revisit the Municipality's Strategic Plan and
identify Strategic Directions that will help the Municipality move in the right direction.
As part of this renewed strategic planning process, we are requesting Council take action on
one of Bayham's mission statements: to provide recreation and waterfront amenities through
enhancements to Port Burwell's waterfront.The mandate for this project is to excite,
energize, unite and renew the community, solidifying this area as a leading tourist
destination. Port Burwell is currently lagging behind other beach communities in Ontario like
Port Stanley, Grand Bend, Goderich, Sauble and Wasaga beaches and is in need of both
enhancements to better serve the changing demographics of visitors and residents and a
restoration of the natural environment that has been lost from past development.
Municipal staff has made a concerted effort to meet this goal through the completion of the
2013 Port Burwell Waterfront Master Plan. Through a comprehensive public engagement
process, this study revealed that the community highly values the recreational,
environmental and commercial opportunities that the waterfront creates, and recognizes that
the Lake Erie shoreline, with its beaches, water-based activities, harbour, marinas and
natural areas, are an important strength of the community. The waterfront master plan
reflects the public's vision and incorporates the community's goals outlined in the previous
public engagement process with the Bayham Culture Plan.
The next step to create a vibrant and attractive waterfront includes the finalization of a
conceptual waterfront enhancement design for staff, council and public review. We have a
very enthusiastic, professional and dedicated group of local residents that are only too willing
to help finalize a vision for the waterfront area, help draw on resources and implement the
plan. As such, we are formally requesting that Staff and Council appoint a beachfront
enhancement committee or focus group to help Council and Staff finalize our waterfront
design, determine the financial implications and develop a phased implementation strategy
and specific actions we can take to get us to where we want to go. It would be the intent of
Council to adopt the Port Burwell Waterfront Enhancement Plan in support of the Strategic
Plan and aggressively pursue Staff to focus on finalizing the master plan and seek funding
from other agencies once a final plan has been accepted by Council.
Attached to this letter is a list of design parameters that we believe should be addressed
during the design process with Council and through public consultations and workshops. Our
guiding principles in the design process included the following criteria: environmental
preservation and conservation; safety and security; continuity and connectivity; seasonal
interest; and diversity of uses. A series of conceptual drawings of the proposed Port Burwell
Waterfront Enhancement Plan is included for review. These drawings are for discussion
purposes only and serve to assist Council and the public to visualize what our waterfront
could be.
Our hope is that this project will drive tourism to Port Burwell. We envision a beach
enhancement with a focus on the beachfront with playground structures, a splash pad and
picnic areas, improved parking and lighting, a pedestrian boardwalk, better traffic flow and
immense beautification of the area with the addition of gardens, dune restoration and other
native habitat.
All it takes is a little vision,with a lot of work.
Sincerely yours
Barry Wade
Barry Wade
President of 776497 Ontario Limited
o/a Barry Wade Design Construction Management
tel: 1-519-268-2995 / fax: 1-519-268-2694 / e-mail bany@barrywade.ca / www.barrywade.ca
DESIGN PARAMETERS
The following paragraphs discuss each of the parameters considered in the design process.
The design parameters were developed based on a combination of recommendations from
the Port Burwell Waterfront Master Plan and other successful beachfront enhancement
projects in southern Ontario.
The photos shown below to illustrate some design concepts are primarily taken from the
Grand Bend (Lambton Shores) Beach Enhancement Project. This phased project is a
successful model in which to emulate. In 2010,the Grand Bend Beach Enhancement project
was awarded the Parks and Recreation Ontario (PRO)Award of Excellence in Design. The
beach project also came with a message: Grand Bend's waters are family-friendly and
environmentally safe. The beach is among a select group in Ontario that have earned the
Blue Flag designation for meeting strict water quality guidelines and other criteria, including
provisions for waste and recycling and environmental education. Grand Bend isn't just
satisfied with a Blue Flag beach, however, the Grand Bend Marina, with 35 transient and 30
seasonal boat slips and a public boat launch, was the first in North America, and one of only
three in Canada, to be recognized as a Blue Flag marina.
Our guiding principles in creating the conceptual design for the Port Bulwell Waterfront
Enhancement Plan are based on the following criteria:
• environmental preservation and conservation;
• safety and security;
• continuity and connectivity;
• seasonal interest; and
• diversity of uses.
Naturally,this is only the beginning of a final waterfront enhancement plan based on public
and staff input.
1. Beach Enhancement and Blue Flag Designation
Our waterfront and beach areas are one of Bayham's most valuable assets. Community
focus groups must be developed to assist Staff under the direction of Council in finalizing
and implementing Port Burwell's Waterfront Enhancement Plan. The community has
identified the need to create a space that is family oriented and enhances the natural beauty
of the beach and the lake area. Proposed improvements include:
1) Improved parking and energy efficient lighting;
2) Accessible pedestrian boardwalk and look out areas;
3) Better traffic flow;
4) Better Emergency access to the beach by land or air;
5) Immense beautification with addition of gardens and other native habitats;
6) Fully accessible children's play area;
7) Environmental education signage; and
8) Development towards a Blue Flag designation.
We as citizens of Bayham are fortunate to have such natural asset for enjoyment and we
believe that safety of the hundreds of people who visit the beach must be maintained as a
top priority. The improvement of emergency access to the beach, improved signage and
equipment and public education should be implemented.
What this means for the community is that the beach will be more welcoming, will be safer,
have more amenities for families and be a key focal point for growth.
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2.Redesign of Teardrop Turnabout
The existing teardrop turnabout at the end of Robinson Street has been an issue for access
for emergency vehicles and winter maintenance vehicles, not to mention potential future
traffic flow. The Ministry of Transportation has changed their design standards since this
roundabout was constructed. It is recommended Council ask the MTO to review the design
of the turnabout to meet current standards for safety and servicing requirements.
Below are two aerial photos depicting the before and after of the Grand Bend Beach
roundabout. Note the original teardrop-shaped roundabout in Grand Bend is identical to Port
Burwell's existing turnabout. In 2009,the Grand Bend roundabout at the beach was
reconstructed to improve traffic flow. The redesign is similar to the one proposed herein.
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3. New Boardwalk
The Port Burwell beach encompasses four existing facilities: (1)the east bridge, which
crosses the existing drainage ditch; (2) public washrooms and change room facilities; (3)
parking facilities on the east and west side of Robinson Street; and (4)the Pier.
The planned new boardwalk is designed to connect these facilities to enhance the
pedestrian traffic flow along the beach front. The new boardwalk would also be accessible to
persons with disabilities and emergency responders.The boardwalk could also be the
starting point for future walking paths developed throughout the town to interconnect other
points of destination.
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Stormwater management can be achieved through limited paving,the use of porous
materials in the parking lots, using stormwater for plantings, and limiting the use of
chlorinated water for plantings.The parking lots can be designed to utilized the natural
drainage properties of the sand they are built on,so rather than paving the lots,the lots
would be left with a sand base and light gravel overcoat to facilitate traffic movement. Paving
may be used,but only sparingly and where necessary. Strategically designed planting areas
and trees, including the reintroduction of natural species,will serve as a wind and sand
barrier between the water and the parking areas.
The Robinson Storm Drains can also be redeveloped to redirect the outlet pipe away from
the public beach and redirect the flows to Big Otter Creek.Through properly designed
interceptors the quality of runoff can be enhanced.This initiative may qualify for the Great
Lakes Guardian Community Fund,which offers grants to grass root community groups for
activities such as cleaning up a beach or shoreline, restoring a wetland, or creating a river
side trail.
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An accessible splash pad can be developed for the use by children with and without
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the various planting areas throughout the beach facility. These water conservation measures
represent yet another green incentive program where grants and funding opportunities are
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taken to integrate numerous new shade structures on the beach. These shade structures
could include umbrella installations near the splash pad and Amphitheatre. Introduction of
new tree planting along with preserving existing trees thoughtout the walking paths could
also be a means of protection.
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large area of dune restoration. This is intended to not only restore what once existed, but to
also serve as an educational tool for the public, and to serve as a catalyst for further dune
rein-introduction on other areas of the beach. The capture of drifting sand will elevate the
beaches and eliminate present ponding we experiencing at the moment. The need to
bulldoze sand up onto the beach from the shoreline will be eliminated enhancing the visual
appeal and quality of the beach, not to mention cost savings by the municipality. Off season
snow fencing of the beach will eliminate minimum loss of sand during our winter gales.
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chlorinated water system. It is better for the plants and has less impact of the lake.
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1D.Planting Areas and Trees
Planting of natural plant species throughout the beach areas provides aesthetic appeal, a
source of natural plant oxygen /carbon dioxide exchange and a habitat for birds and insects
and last to serve as a natural windbreak and sand fence. These natural barriers will reduce
the transmission of sand from the beach and reduce road maintenance costs.
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The length of the existing pier is excessive not to mention the height difference between the
pier and the public beach. The present(ditch)for a better word is presently draining
Robinson Street. The oil infested ditch is an eye sore and environmental hazard. This
elevation change gives an opportunity to develop an amphitheatre that would give the
opportunity to allow performers, bands and outdoor theatre performances to entertain
visitors that visit our community. The proposed location of the amphitheatre has a few
benefits: (1)it keeps the concert goers away from the children play area; (2)minimizes sound
generated by the performers, (3) it visually breaks up the length of the pier; and(4)it gives
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13.Merchant Beach Shopping
Space has been allocated for venders to setup seasonal shopping booths by the east
parking lot. These booths would also be available for other festivals and their venders. This
is another avenue for all visitors to Port Burwell who have interests other than water or
beach activities.
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The existing pier has been under utilized as a public dock. Boaters need destinations for
entertainment, fueling, and a place of refuge. The present harbour is not recognized as a
navigable harbour. Council needs to reinstate this harbour to be recognized by the Canadian
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15.Dredging
In order for Port Burwell to benefit from commercial and recreational fishing, the harbour
needs to be maintained. All sources of funding must be made available to keep this harbour
open for business.
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The recent sale of the coal yard flats should not be ignored. Future interconnections of public
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17.Conclusion
Once again we have the opportunity to focus on capturing what the future of the Port Burwell
Beach area could be, without being short sighted. With the upcoming storm drainage
studies from Meritech and discussions with the MTO,we are requesting Council meet with
the MTO and Meritech to discuss the redesign of the teardrop turnabout. This would be the
first step towards implementing the Port Burwell Waterfront Enhancement Plan.
We are asking Council to formally adopt this proposal and move towards finalizing a
waterfront design based on the Port Burwell Master Plan. We are asking Council to identify
funding opportunities and develop a phased implementation strategy detailing specific
actions priorities.
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BY-LAW NO. 2016-068
A BY-LAW TO APPOINT AN OVERALL RESPONSIBLE OPERATOR AND OPERATOR'S IN
CHARGE FOR THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM WATER AND
WASTEWATER SYSTEMS AS SET OUT IN O.REG. 128/04
WHEREAS pursuant to O.Reg. 128/04 (Certification of Drinking Water System Operations and
Water Quality Analysts) as developed under the Safe Drinking Water Act 2002 as well as
O.Reg. 129/04 (Licensing of Sewage Works Operations) as developed under the Ontario Water
Resources Act municipalities are prescribed to appoint various positions;
AND WHEREAS the Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham deems it necessary to appoint
an Overall Responsible Operator and Operator's In Charge for all municipally owned and
operated water and wastewater systems as set out in O.Reg. 128/04 (Certification of Drinking
Water System Operations and Water Quality Analysts) as developed under the Safe Drinking
Water Act 2002 as well as O.Reg. 129/04 (Licensing of Sewage Works Operations) as
developed under the Ontario Water Resources Act.
THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF
BAYHAM ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. THAT Ed Roloson is hereby appointed as Overall Responsible Operator for all
municipally owned and operated water and wastewater systems under the Ontario
Water Regulations;
2. AND THAT in the absence of Ed Roloson, Bob Butler and/or Adam Swance are hereby
appointed to fulfill the legal obligations of Overall Responsible Operator;
3. AND THAT Bob Butler and Adam Swance are hereby appointed as Operator's In
Charge of all municipally owned and operated water and wastewater systems under the
Ontario Water Regulations as required and determined by Ed Roloson.
4. AND THAT this By-law takes effect on the day of passing.
READ A FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD TIME and finally passed this 21St day of July, 2016.
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6:OOpm - 9:OOpm : Youth Dance 5:00am - 3:00pm : Pickerel Tournament 8:0Oam - 12:O0pm : Pancake Breakfast
Dusk: Movie on the Beach 11:00am - 12:00pm : Craig The Science Guy 1O:OOam - Done : Sand Sculptor
11:00am - 9:00pm : Kid Zone Activities 10:OOpm - 4:OOpm : Silent Auction
12:OOpm - 7:O0pm : Life Sized Games 11:O0am - 12:OOpm : Yoga on the Beach
11:0Oam - 8:00pm : Kid Zone Activities
12:OOpm - 6:OOpm : Zack Lawlis
12:OOpm - 6:OOpm : Zack Lawlis
12:OOpm - 8:OOpm : Vendors
12:00pm - 6:00pm : Beachfest Challenge
12:OOpm - 9:OOpm :Beer Garden
12:OOpm - 8:OOpm : Vendors
1:00pm-6;00pm ; Beach Volleyball Tournament 12:OOpm - 7:OOpm : Life Sized Games
1:00pm - 9:00pm : Live Music on the Beach 12:OOpm - 4:OOpm : Beer Garden
2:OOpm - 3:OOpm : Pull The Bickle 1:00pm - 9:00pm : Live Music on the Beach
For more information about each activity visif our website! 8:00pm - 9:00pm : The Fire Guy
www.bayhambeachfest . com Dusk : 11,000 Display