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HomeMy WebLinkAboutEnv Agenda - 2019-05-16 Environmental Committee Addendum Agenda Thursday, May 16, 2019 Office of the City Clerk 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Kitchener City Hall nd 200 King St.W. - 2 Floor Conestoga Room Kitchener ON N2G 4G7 Page 1 Chair Tia Driver Vice-Chair Alison Gingrich Regehr Delegations -law, delegations are permitted to address the Committee for a maximum of 5 minutes. Discussion Items 1. New 2019-2020 Environmental Committee Work Plan (35 min) 2. Appointment of Committee Liaisons or Subcommittees (25 min) Information Items Approval of Sustainable Urban Forestry Strategy (2019-2028) & Implementation Plan Kitchener Tree Planting Pilot program https://reepgreen.ca/trees/ and https://www.lovemyhood.ca/en/tools-money/get-money.aspx Cody Boomer Committee Administrator ** Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. If you require assistance to take part in a city meeting or event, please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1866-969-9994 ** Environmental Education and Public Awareness (Theme 7 of the Resource Consumption and Waste Management (Theme 6 of the Energy Systems and Climate Action (Theme 5 of the Land Resource and Growth Management (Theme 4 of the Air Quality (Theme 3 of the Water Resources (Theme 2 of the Kitchener Natural Heritage System (Theme 1 of the ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITTEE DRAFT WORK PLAN 2019 - 2020 5.1 2.11.21.1 No. Џ͵Њ ProgramWaste Minimization and Diversion ImplementProject(s) / Action(s) to Support and Community Climate Action Plan: Water Management StewardshipUrban Forest Strategy ImplementationBee City Kitchener Working Group Project Strategic Plan for the Environment Strategic Plan for the Environment facilities and eventswaste minimization and diversion program for City Participate and provide input to the upcoming corporate target). Climate Action Plan to 2050 preparation (80% by '50 Participate in the creation of the long-term Community outreach. the stormwater credit policy in neighbourhoods or other to help promote Low Impact Development retrofits and Consult Stormwater Utility staff to assess opportunities actions for Committee involvement TBD.Kitchener. Strategy approved April 2019. Specific Project to increase forest cover / woodland habitat in celebration.habitat stewardship; education and outreach; and Environmental Committee. Opportunities for projects: and report back to , and seek advice as necessary from, Liaison to sit on Kitchener's Bee City Working Group Strategic Plan for the Environment Strategic Plan for the Environment Strategic Plan for the Environment ) Strategic Plan for the Environment Strategic Pan for the Environment Description of Tasks ) ) ) ) tğŭĻ Њ ƚŅ Ћ ) ) Project Type Discrete Ongoing / Annual 2020-20212019agenda item.Sept/October 2019 potential specific actions TBD.agenda item. Timing on May/June 2019 potential yearAd hoc, on-going throughout Timeframe likely)(Facilities Management Representative TBD Sustainability OfficerClaire Bennett, Corporate Stormwater UtilityNick Gollan, Manager of Manager& Urban Forestry Project Dave Schmitt, Environmental CoordinatorJosh Shea, Natural Area Staff Contact (TBD)potential leads)(TBD - Robert/Tova lead)(TBD - Alison potential lead)TBD - Justin potential lead)(TBD - Kim potential Responsibility 1 - 1 Multiple Themes of the 8.1 А͵ЌА͵ЋА͵Њ Provide advice or information on environmental matters referred to the committee by Council and staff as per: the Terms of Reference (Council Policy I-100)Environmental Advisory CommitteesCoordinatio n with other Municipal Environmental Education of YouthGrants (CEIG)Community Environmental Improvement Strategic Plan for the Environment discuss activities, interests and actionsCoordinate and meet with other municipal committees to Children's Groundwater Festival.EcoSchools. Build on exisitng opportunities such as ways to partner with programs such as Ontario Support youth to engage in environmental issues. Find subcommittee.successful grantees. One (tele-conference) meeting with Detailed application review and recommendation of tğŭĻ Ћ ƚŅ Ћ Fall 2019TBDQ1 2019 and Q1 2020 AdministratorCody Boomer, Committee Utility / OthersManager of Stormwater Coordinator / Nick Gollan, Josh Shea, Natural Area Environmental PlannerCarrie Musselman, Senior lead)(TBD - Tia potential lead)(TBD - Elanor potential Gaudon, Kim FellowsCynthia Gaetani, Justin 1 - 2 IF1 - 1 IF1 - 2 IF1 - 3 IF1 - 4 IF1 - 5 IF1 - 6 IF1 - 7 Personalized advice and a complete planting service Tree Planting Pilotfor residential homeowners. Our service includes an in-person consultation with an arborist in your yard, as well as delivery and identify the best planting locations and help you to select trees best suited to your yard and personal preferences. From there, Reep Green Solutions does all the work to get your tree(s) in the ground.Note that due to constraints such as underground utilities, soil conditions or other factors there may be limits on where and how many trees you are able to plant. You pay the subsidized price of only $150-$250 per tree One-on-one visit on your propertywith a trained arborist One or two native trees (species list to be communicated in advance), species will be chosen in collaboration with the arborist to ensure the health and longevity of your new tree(s).Depending on the tree(s) chosen, the subsidized cost of this program will range from $150-$250 per tree Delivery and fullplantingservice Mulchandplanting/care guide Subsidized cost for our tree planting service including arborist consultation, the cost of the tree, delivery and planting All of the trees that are available to be planted, both deciduous and evergreen, are native to Ontario. It is important for us to plant native treesbecause they require less maintenance than exotic species and provide essential habitat for wildlife. Our focus is to help you get theright tree for the right placeto ensure your tree(s) will thrive and become an amenity in your yard for years to come. ELIGIBILITY TO PARTICIPATE Our tree planting service is offered in partnership with the City of Kitchener as a subsidized Tree Planting Pilot for residential homes. For grants available to plant trees on city-owned land such as parks visit the City of Urban Forest Strategy page. To be eligible to participate in this program, you must be a homeowner in Kitchener. If you reside outside of Kitchener and are interestedin bringing this program to your community, please contact us attrees@reepgreen.ca to express your interest. FILL OUT THE FORM BELOW TO BE CONTACTED ONCE VISITS ARE BEING SCHEDULED (SUMMER 2019): Have any questions? Contact us attrees@reepgreen.ca IF2 - 1 NEIGHBOURHOOD PARK TREE PLANTING PILOT park tree planting program -harnessing the support, energy, and creativity of residents, staff and the community to work together to achieve a sustainable urban forest. LoveMyHood is happy to support resident groups that are interested in making their community a little greener through neighbourhood-wide tree planting initiatives in public parks, as well as educational workshops, consultations and community gatherings. Resident groups canapplyto be considered for one of five tree-planting pilots on public, city- owned property. The deadline for applications is July 1, 2019. Each successful neighbourhood application will receive: support to plant 10-15 trees on public, city-owned property; the opportunity to host a neighbourhood gathering to celebrate tree planting activities; and educational workshops and consultations on tree maintenance. Program Criteria and Eligiblity: Groups must provide up to 3 neighbourhood park locations where they would like to have trees planted in order or preference. Priority will be given to neighbourhoods with the lowest canopy cover. City staff will perform a technical evaluation (i.e. soil conditions, proximity to a water source, etc) to determine the viability and financial feasibility of your proposed tree planting locations. This technical evaluation will inform the selection process. Groups must demonstratehow they would commit to maintaining the trees for a period of 2 years.Maintenance includes watering and mulching tree every 2 weeks between the months of June to October. Groups must be available to host a tree planting event during National Forest Week, from Sept. 22-28, 2019. Groups must explain what type of neighbourhood celebration event they are planning to host in conjunction with the tree planting. With support from the Neighbourhood Development Office, all selected groups will be provided the opportunity to host a neighbourhood gathering to celebrate the tree planting. This could include a BBQ, street party, or gathering in the park. Groups must demonstrate how their tree planting project is inclisuve and encourages diverse neighbourhood involvement.This should include, at minimum, informing residents living within 120 metres of the project site and providing opportunities to share their support. Please Note: this program is for tree plantings only. Residents that are interested in pollinator garden projects or other greening initiatives are invited to connect with the Neighbourhood Development Office. To learn more about selection criteria or for support and assistance with your application,connect with a member of our team. IF2 - 2