HomeMy WebLinkAboutFCS-17-119 - Enviornmental Committee Work Plan - 2017-2018
REPORT TO:Planning & Strategic Initiatives Committee
DATE OF MEETING:June 12, 2017
SUBMITTED BY:Environmental Committee
PREPARED BY:Jeff Bunn, Committee Administrator,519-741-2200 ext. 7275
WARD(S) INVOLVED:All
DATE OF REPORT:May 23, 2017
REPORT NO.:FCS-17-119
SUBJECT:Environmental Committee Work Plan (2017/2018)
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RECOMMENDATION:
That the Environmental Committee Work Plan (2017/2018), as outlined in Finance
and Corporate Services Department report FCS-17-119be approved.
BACKGROUND:
In accordance with the recommendations of the 2008 Advisory Committee Review, the
Environmental Committee, with the assistance of staff, were required to develop and
implement a work plan for the term of their appointment. Accordingly, members were
requested to provide suggestions on initiativesthey would like accomplish during their
term on the committee. Staff then developed a draft Work Plan based on the
Committee’s identified goals, objectives and priorities.
REPORT:
At the April 20, 2017 Environmental Committee meeting, members were encouraged to
suggest items to be included in the 2017/2018 Work Plan. Members were reminded that
each strategic direction proposed for the updated Work Plan should be linked to one or
more of the themes outlined in the City’s Strategic Plan for the Environment being:
1.Natural Heritage System and Recreational Amenity Areas;
2.Water Resources;
3.Air Quality;
4.Land Resource and Growth Management;
5.Energy Systems;
6.Resource Consumption and Waste Management; and
7.Environmental Education and Public Awareness.
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Linking the Work Plan to the Strategic Plan ensures that the actions undertaken by the
Committee are consistent with the City’s overall environmental objectives.
At the Committee’s,February, March and April2017meetings, members were provided
an opportunity to brainstorm any new Work Plan initiatives and receive clarification on
the potentialachievement of their proposed Work Plan items. Staff suggested that the
Committee could approve the Work Plan, with the intention that it would be a living
document that is updated throughout the term as new projects/ideas are being
undertaken by the Committee. The Work Plan could then be used to help keep
members up to date on all the initiatives being completed, any sub-committees
assigned to those projects, including any timelines associated with action items. Several
members spoke in support of the document being a living document and it was
accepted unanimously by all members present.
The Committee at its May 18, 2017 meeting approved the Work Plan which has been
attached to this report as Appendix ‘A’. The Environmental Committee is requesting
Council’s endorsement of the recommendation outlined herein.
ALIGNMENT WITH CITY OFKITCHENER STRATEGIC PLAN:
Endorsing the Environmental Committee Work Plan 2017/2018 would align with the
Strategic Plan by enforcing the Committee’s role in supporting the City’s commitment to
conserve, protect and improve the environment, which has been identified as a
Community Priority.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
There are no financial implications associated with this report.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT:
INFORM – The draft Work Plan was included in the agenda package at every meeting
since February 2017and reviewed. A summary of the discussion from those meetings
have been included in the minutes following each brainstorming session.
CONSULT – At the May 18, 2017Environmental Committee meeting, the Chair
informed all those in attendance that any recommendation arising from the Committee
would be considered at the June 12, 2017 Planning & Strategic Initiatives Committee
meeting.
ACKNOWLEDGED BY:
Brenda Johnson, Acting DCAO, Finance and Corporate Services, Director of
Accounting
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Responsibility
Councillor Yvonne FernandesJohn Jackson, Erin Kelly, Cynthia GaetaniCouncillor Yvonne Fernandes, Edward Saxon, Jordan Gray, John JacksonCommitteeStacey Danckert, Erika Skopec, Edward
Saxon
Staff Contact
Josh Shea, Natural Area Coordinator1.Nick Gollan, Manager ofStormwater Utility 2. LindaCooper, Manager ofDevelopment Engineering3.OtherBarbara Steiner, Senior Environmental Planner (initially)Sarah
Brown, Senior Sustainability PlannerMike Seiling, Director of Building
Timeframe
Ad hoc, on-going throughout yearTo Be DeterminedTo Be DeterminedEstimated for 2018 Green Development Guidelines being considered as part of the new Urban Design Manual project in 2017-18.Consider
incorporating thediversion of construction wasteinto these or other guidelines(i.e. 2017-18).
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Strategic Plan for the Environment
Assist with research, the development of management plans for natural areas and stewardship activities for / in Kitchener's natural areas. Attend KNAP meetings and events. Act as liaison
to seek input from and report back to Environmental Committee.1.Canvas Stormwater Utility staff to assess opportunitiesto help promote Low Impact Development retrofits and thestormwater
credit policy in neighbourhoods. 2. Considerhow erosion and sedimentation control (ESC) onconstruction sites might be improved. 3. Etc.Brainstorm ideas: "green driving" tips; former
Region-wide campaigns (Regional Public Health, WPIRG, area municipalities); exisitng City of Kitchener initiatives (e.g. fleet policies and practices; signage in school zones) for strengthening
message to public.Update to be considered by the whole committee during a regular meeting as an agenda item. 1.Consult with Planning and Building staff to determine ifcurrent policies
and practices are supportive; 2. Determinefeasibility, next steps and how the EnvironmentalCommittee can be involved; 3. With respect to divertingconstruction waste, meet with Building
staff to determinecurrent situation, and potential future actions.
Strategic Plan for the Environment
Strategic Plan for the Environment
Strategic Plan for the Environment
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Strategic Plan for the Environment
Kitchener Natural Areas ProgramWater Management StewardshipAnti-Idling EducationKitchener Growth Management StrategySupport the application of a rating system such as LEED for existing
and new private sector projects or in site/building redevelopments.Encourage the diversion of construction waste from landfills, and waste reduction tools for new development and redevelopment
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Strategic Plan for the Environment
1.Advise / assist with the planning and programming forEarth Day events and activities. Attend SteeringCommittee meetings and events. Act as liaison to seekinput from and report back
to Environmental Committee; 2.Plan Environmental Committee event for Earth Day.Members organize or participate in an event related to the mandate of the committee. Consider partnering
with another citizen advisory committee such as KYAC and/or piggy-backing on another event such as BikeFest.Detailed application review and recommendation of successful grantees. One
(tele-conference) meeting with subcommittee.Meet with the Managers of Special Events and Downtown Community Development to determine current situation, and potential future actions.
Strategic Plan for the Environment
Environmental EventsCommunity Environmental Improvement Grants (CEIG)Work with City staff to develop and/or implement a Green Festival Strategy for City-managed events and examine the
possibility of applying it to third party events.Provide advice or information on environmental matters referred to the committee by Council and staff as per: the Terms of Reference
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