The Corporation of the City of Kawartha Lakes

Minutes

Committee of the Whole Meeting

Meeting #:COW2019-06
Date:
Time:
Open Session Commencing at 7:00 p.m.
Location:
Little Britain Arena
9 Arena Road, Little Bitain
Members:
  • Mayor Andy Letham
  • Deputy Mayor Doug Elmslie
  • Councillor Ron Ashmore
  • Councillor Pat Dunn
  • Councillor Patrick O'Reilly
  • Councillor Tracy Richardson
  • Councillor Kathleen Seymour-Fagan
  • Councillor Andrew Veale
  • Councillor Emmett Yeo
Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request.

1.
Call to Order
 

Mayor Letham called the Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Deputy Mayor D. Elmslie and Councillors R. Ashmore, P. Dunn, P. O'Reilly, T. Richardson, K. Seymour-Fagan, A. Veale and E. Yeo were in attendance.

CAO R. Taylor, Deputy Clerk J. Watts, and Directors J. Rojas, C. Shanks, J. Stover, Treasurer C. Daynes, Manager of Communications Advertising and Marketing C. Davidson, and Manager of Parks, Recreation and Culture J. Johnson were also in attendance.

The Mayor opened the meeting by introducing the members of Council on the Committee, as well as staff present, and noted that order of the agenda would be modified to allow for public deputations to occur following the presentations.

2.
Adoption of Agenda
 

  • CW2019-118
    Moved ByDeputy Mayor Elmslie
    Seconded ByCouncillor Dunn

    That the Agenda for the Open Session of the Committee of the Whole of Thursday, May 9, 2019, be adopted.

    Carried

3.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
 

There were no declarations of pecuniary interest disclosed.

4.
Presentations
 

4.1
COW2019-06.4.1
This item has attachments. 

1.Arena Utilization Plan 2019.pdf

Arena Capital Plan Presentation
Craig Shanks, Director of Community Services

Director Shanks provided an overview of the Arena Capital Plan as detailed in Report PRC2019-005. He noted current facility status, and ongoing projects at the City's nine arenas. He outlined the history of the capital plan identifying the Arena Feasibility Study, historic demand, use, and revenue trends, and future expenditure pressures. In conclusion, he noted the significance arenas are to the community fabric, and provided a explanation of the proposed recommendations in his report.

  • CW2019-119
    Moved ByCouncillor Seymour-Fagan
    Seconded ByCouncillor Yeo

    That the presentation by Craig Shanks, regarding the Arena Capital Plan, be received.

    Carried

4.2
COW2019-06.4.2
This item has attachments. 

1.Manvers Arena Update Presentation.pdf

Manvers Arena User Group - Update
Tracy Richardson, Councillor

Councillor Richardson spoke on behalf of the Volunteer Working Group at the Manvers Arena. She noted ongoing building updates, usage and revenue trends, fundraising updates, and other arena initiatives including efforts for accessibility upgrades. In conclusion, she thanked the community for their continued support.

  • CW2019-120
    Moved ByCouncillor Veale
    Seconded ByCouncillor Ashmore

    That the presentation by Councillor Richardson, regarding the Manvers Arena User Group Update, be received.

    Carried

5.
Deputations
 

5.1
COW2019-06.5.1
 

George Davidson
Relating to Report PRC2019-005 (Item 6.1.1 on the Agenda)

George Davidson provided historic background on the community efforts to establish the arenas in Little Britain and Oakwood, and noted the previous Council support for these facilities. He expressed opposition to the demolition of these arenas, and support for further repair and maintenance.

  • CW2019-121
    Moved ByCouncillor Dunn
    Seconded ByCouncillor Yeo

    That the deputation of George Davidson, regarding Report PRC2019-005, be received.

    Carried

5.2
COW2019-06.5.2
 

Art Field
Relating to Report PRC2019-005 (Item 6.1.1 on the Agenda)

Art Field expressed appreciation for the investments that have been made in the Little Britain Arena, and expressed a desire to see further investments as the arena, and surrounding sports fields are the backbone of the community.

  • CW2019-122
    Moved ByCouncillor Veale
    Seconded ByCouncillor O'Reilly

    That the deputation of Art Field, regarding Report PRC2019-005, be received.

    Carried

5.3
COW2019-06.5.3
 

Ian Nicolson
Relating to Report PRC2019-005 (Item 6.1.1 on the Agenda)

Ian Nicolson stated his concerns regarding the financial situation of the arenas, but expressed a desire to maintain their passion and heritage. He also noted that closing arenas has a direct impact on local hockey leagues.

  • CW2019-123
    Moved ByCouncillor Yeo
    Seconded ByCouncillor Dunn

    That the deputation of Ian Nicolson, regarding Report PRC2019-005, be received.

    Carried

6.
Consent Matters
 

6.1
Reports
 

6.1.1
PRC2019-005
This item has attachments. 

1.PRC2019-005 Arena Capital Plan Update.pdf

Arena Capital Plan Update
Craig Shanks, Director of Community Services
Jenn Johnson, Manager, Parks, Recreation and Culture

  • CW2019-124
    Moved ByDeputy Mayor Elmslie
    Seconded ByCouncillor Veale

    That Report PRC2019-005, Arena Capital Plan Update, be received;

    That Council direct staff to plan and budget accordingly for the continued operations of the Oakwood, Little Britain and Emily-Omemee arena facilities for the current 10-Year Financial Plan;

    That Council direct staff to plan for a new single pad arena build in the Village of Omemee and budget accordingly for inclusion in the next 10 year financial planning cycle (2028-2037);

    That Council direct staff to plan for a new arena complex in the South West Area for inclusion in the next 10 year financial planning cycle (2028-2037); and

    That this recommendation be brought forward to Council for consideration at the next Regular Council Meeting.

    Carried

6.2
Correspondence
 

6.3
Items Extracted from Consent
 

7.
Closed Session
 

8.
Matters from Closed Session
 

9.
Adjournment
 

  • CW2019-125
    Moved ByCouncillor O'Reilly
    Seconded ByCouncillor Richardson

    That the Committee of the Whole Meeting adjourn at 8:02p.m.

    Carried
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