P. Warren provided an update on the Healthy Environment Plan. Additionally, P. Warren reported that D.Pearson delivered a “Workshop in a Box” presentation at Settlers’ Day in Bobcaygeon and handed out cards to spread information.
J. Feltham, S. Blayney and P. Warren met with Cheri Davidson to discuss the Sustainability Map. The map fits with other City tools already in existence, and members would like to consolidate all of the maps into one platform, and perhaps associate it with the community calendar. C. Marshall will follow up with the GIS Division. Next steps include determining who will be responsible for the information on the map, ensuring time sensitive material is looked into, who will have access to post events etc., and the need to have the site monitored.
S. Blayney reports she received a Landfill Project update yesterday from David Kerr, Manager of Environmental Services. She was provided with several photos. Mr. Kerr reports the site is growing, has several flowers and no unusual erosion. It was reseeded in the spring, and he would prefer that no one be on the site until September. Concerns of who will monitor the site, the need for a monitoring schedule, and the possibility of a press release were discussed. S. Blayney will meet with Mr. Kerr and Kerri Snoddy, Waste Management Technician II, to discuss further.
S. Blayney provided an update on Bee City. Pollinator week just wrapped up. Several representatives attended Settlers’ Day in Bobcaygeon. The banner was up, and bee hotels on display. Kids from Fenelon School Green Team were there to help as well. There was a very good turnout, with at least 100 visitors to the booth. Additionally, displays were set up at all 14 Library Branches, and 4 presentations were made at local Libraries.
There is a Bee City workshop at King City on September 25, 2018. The City of Kawartha Lakes will provide registration fees for the five representatives attending.
S. Blayney will meet with Jenn Johnson, Manager of Parks on August 7th, 2018 to further promote and engage the City with Bee City. Pollinator Path signage and advertising will be discussed.
S. Blayney reports the following expenses for Bee City:
$136.73 for seed packets
$446.35 for retractable banner
Both invoices have been submitted to the City of Kawartha Lakes.
P. Warren announced Omemee Days would be taking place this week and the Horticultural Society would be attending, and Bee City would also be promoted.
D. Lowes suggested a target date of September to make a presentation to the committee on the Tree Cutting By-Law. D.Hahn, summer student in the Planning Division agreed to provide assistance.
H. Shipclark reported on the Invasive Species Plant Management Plan. A simplified work plan was recommended focusing on developing a list of activities for 2019, and identifying any budget items. H.Shipclark, B. Snider, V. Colling, and D. Pearson will meet in September to discuss further.